Summary of wd-50
wd50 offers fine dining in a casual atmosphere on Manhattan s Lower East Side. Chef Wylie Dufresne (formerly of 71 Clinton Fresh Food and Jean-Georges) and Pastry Chef Alex Stupak (formerly of Alinea, Chicago) serve modern American cuisine renowned for its flavor, sophistication, and innovation. The dining room, which seats 70, is a contemporary space designed by the chef s father, Dewey. The restaurant is open for dinner five nights a week, Wednesday through Sunday. wd50 was awarded four stars by New York magazine, has a Michelin star, and in March of 2008 was awarded three stars by Frank Bruni of the New York Times. Wylie was nominated by the James Beard Foundation for Best Chef, New York in 2008. The restaurant accepts reservations for the a la carte menu and the tasting menu ($140.00 for nine courses), but not for dessert tastings (walk-ins are always welcome as are bar diners.)
Dinner: Wednesday – Saturday: 6:00pm – 11:30pm Sunday: 6:00pm – 10:30pm. Closed Monday and Tuesday.
Price: $50 and over
Executive Chef: Wylie Dufresne
Cross Street: Stanton + Rivington
Public Transit: F Train to Delancey, JMZ to Essex
Parking: Street Parking
Location: Lower East Side
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