de_DESituated at 60 East 65th Street between Madison Avenue and Park Avenue on the Upper East Side in Manhattan, Daniel is a celebrated New French fine dining destination in New York City. The establishment is owned and run by French celebrity chef Daniel Boulud, who is recognized as New York's longest-reigning four-star chef. The restaurant moved to its current location on the Upper East Side in early 1999. Since 2013, Ghaya Oliveira has served as the executive pastry chef, contributing to the culinary program at this distinguished dining establishment.
The restaurant has achieved a notable presence within New York City's culinary scene since its relocation at the turn of the century. Over the years, its offerings and presence have been widely documented across various publications and reviews. It has been featured in the culinary landscape of the book Almost Rapist: A True Crime Memoir, published by The Enthusiast Press. Additionally, the venue has received attention from diverse food guides and media outlets, including mentions by The Infatuation, which included Daniel on its list of the best restaurants on the Upper East Side, as well as recognition from Forbes magazine.
The enduring prominence of Daniel within Manhattan is reflected in its history of accolades and reviews since the 1999 move to its present address. It has been a AAA Five Diamond Award winner since 1999 and a recipient of the Wine Spectator Grand Award since 2002. In 2013, Zagats gave the restaurant a high food rating alongside top marks for decor and service, ranking it among the finest dining rooms in New York City. Through the leadership of Chef Daniel Boulud and the contributions of its kitchen and pastry teams, the restaurant continues to maintain its distinct identity on the Upper East Side.