Though the words “Michelin Guide” immediately evoke the quintessential definition of fine dining, its restaurant reviews are actually scaled through a system of symbols to offer insight for everyone’s price range. Hence, the Michelin Guide’s Bib Gourmand award recognizes restaurants for their quality at moderate prices. It’s not equivalent to a Michelin star, but it’s pretty damn close.
The award is derived from Bibendum the Michelin Man, otherwise known as the Michelin Group mascot. His friendly persona matches Bib Gourmands “high-quality food at pocket-friendly prices.” According to the Michelin Guide, “Michelin inspectors have noted the increase in the number of restaurateurs dedicated to providing authentic dining experiences by way of quality cuisine at affordable prices in approachable and friendly establishments,” since the Bib Gourmand was introduced.
The Michelin Guide just released their full 2022 New York Bib Gourmands, with 16 NYC restaurants making an appearance for the first time. Here are the NYC restaurants that made it on this year’s list.
Manhattan
Antoya, Koreatown
Dhamaka, LES
Szechuan Gourmet, Midtown West
Dumpling Lab, East Village
Chick Chick, UWS
Covacha, UWS
Sami & Susu, LES
Soda Club, East Village
Yellow Rose, East Village
Brooklyn
Runner Up, Park Slope
Sobra Masa, Bushwick
Le Fanfare, Greenpoint
Queens
Jiang Nan, Flushing
Zaab Zaab, Elmhurst
Porcelain, Ridgewood
Rolo’s, Ridgewood