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Jungsik New York becomes first Michelin three-star Korean restaurant outside Korea

Published: 10 Dec. 2024, 12:36 Updated: 10 Dec. 2024, 21:03

LEE JIAN
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A dish served at Jungsik New York which was recently named a three-Michelin-star restaurant [JUNGSIK NEW YORK]

Jungsik New York became the first Korean restaurant abroad to earn three Michelin stars on Tuesday.

It received the honor during Michelin Guide’s 2024 ceremony at the Glasshouse in Hell's Kitchen, New York City, awarding restaurants in New York, Chicago and Washington, D.C.

Run by Owner-Chef Yim Jung-sik and Executive Chef Kim Dae-ik, Jungsik New York is a modern fine dining establishment in Tribeca with roots in Seoul.

It opened its New York branch in 2012 as one of the first high-end Korean restaurants in the city. It was rated two stars by the guide last year.

Interior of Jungsik New York [JUNGSIK NEW YORK]

Tuesday's ceremony named four more three-stars: Eleven Madison Park, Masa, Le Bernadin and Per Se.

Korean fine dining Atomix was given two stars, holding its position from last year.

Joo Ok, Noksu, Jeju Noodle Bar and Meju were included in the one-star category during the same ceremony.