Delmonico’s restaurant has announced it will reopen its doors for dining beginning September 15. Currently open for groups and private events this summer, the restaurant is now also accepting reservations for its September reopening. The restaurant will welcome diners at its original location at 56 Beaver Street with five newly renovated private dining areas and can accommodate seating up to 500.
After closing its doors due to the COVID pandemic in early 2020, Delmonico’s recently underwent an extensive renovation and redesign unveiling a contemporary look and a new modern menu all while honoring its past and paying homage to its 186-year legacy. Known as America’s first fine-dining restaurant, the famed Financial District restaurant also reopens with a new chef at the helm and notable new brand partner.
Chef Edward J. Hong has been named Executive Chef of Delmonico’s. With experience in some of NYC’s most notable Michelin-starred kitchens, Hong brings innovative new dishes to the restaurant’s menu including Myung Ran Cesar Salad (Little Gem, Parmesan, White Anchovies, Chives, Creamy Myung Dressing); and Sea Urchin & Abalone Risotto (Koshihikari Rice, Abalone Liver Sauce, Nori, Crispy Shitake, Shaved Frozen Oysters). To celebrate and honor the restaurant’s culinary heritage, Hong will also offer incarnations of American classics that Delmonico’s is known for including its Baked Alaska, Lobster Newberg, Chicken a la Keene, and of course, the Delmonico Steak (18 oz Brandt Beef). The restaurant will also feature a 14 oz Prime Dry-Aged Bone-In Ribeye topped with Uni Butter.
“Delmonico’s has always been in the unique position of serving guests from around the world,” shared Hong in a statement. “The restaurant is known for its high culinary standards and signature dishes and I’m excited to enrich Delmonico’s dining experience by introducing the option of new global flavors and techniques while also celebrating its classic dishes.“
The historic New York City establishment also welcomes culinary professional, television personality, and best-selling author, Max Tucci, as Global Brand Ambassador. Author of the cookbook, The Delmonico Way; Sublime Entertaining and Recipes from the Restaurant that Made New York!, Tucci brings special Delmonico’s lineage to the team – his grandfather was one of the owners who opened Delmonico’s after Prohibition in the 1920s. His family operated the restaurant for over 60 years, and now Tucci will oversee and support the restaurant’s guest experience.
“Delmonico’s culinary, events, and guest experience teams are composed of impressive talent who are all looking forward to this next chapter in Delmonico’s storied history,” shared Dennis Turcinovic, owner and operator of Delmonico’s Restaurant Group.
Turcinovic and his partner Joseph Licul signed a 15-year lease for the building upon the previous lease expiring at the end of 2022. Turcinovic has been involved with the renowned restaurant since 1999 and is an industry veteran with more than 25 years experience in hospitality.
“Delmonico’s is a restaurant with deep-rooted history. It was the first to use the term restaurant, the first to have a cookbook and the first to serve women sitting at their own table – it is a part of New York City’s restaurant legacy and we are excited to welcome back returning guests but also introduce Delmonico’s to a new generation of New York City diners,” shared Turcinovic.
