Experts' Choice Award Takao Takano
What the experts agree on
Minimalist Japanese chef Takao Takano returns with exquisitely plated French-influenced dishes—tender Limousin lamb, delicate cucumber tarts—that showcase his refined technique in an austere, elegant setting.
“Beautifully presented dishes, like tender Limousin lamb with artichokes and spicy olive oil; cucumber tarts with horseradish-inflected tarama and oyster-and-watercress gelée.”
– Fodor's
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"Takao Takano is back, much to our delight! For this Japanese chef, already renowned for his sleight of hand, this new eatery - the epitome of minimalist - is the icing on the cake." Full review
The Infatuation "Picasso said every act of creation starts as one of destruction, so don’t feel too bad about wrecking the artful plates from Takao Takano’s ever-changing menu. Picasso also said every..." Full review
