Chef Kwame Onwuachi's Afro-Caribbean love letter to NYC — one of Manhattan's hardest reservations, tucked inside Lincoln Center.
Tatiana by Kwame Onwuachi is the chef's tribute to New York City and his sister, set inside David Geffen Hall at Lincoln Center. The menu blends Afro-Caribbean traditions with bodega-inspired nostalgia: Egusi Dumplings, Curry Goat Patties, Braised Short Rib Pastrami Suya, and Shrimp & Grits reimagined through a Bronx-born lens. The dining room is warm, music-forward, and electric — equally suited to pre-show dinners and destination meals. Named the #1 Restaurant in NYC by The New York Times, Tatiana remains one of the most coveted reservations in the city.
The story behind Tatiana by Kwame Onwuachi.
Afro-Caribbean fine dining inside Lincoln Center from acclaimed chef Kwame Onwuachi.
A genuinely original NYC dining experience — flavors, music, and energy you won't find anywhere else in the city.
— The 7Days7Nights editors
Don't miss these.
- 1Egusi Dumplings
- 2Curry Goat Patties
- 3Braised Short Rib Pastrami Suya
- 4Shrimp & Grits
- 5Named #1 Restaurant in NYC by The New York Times
Plan your visit.
Reservations
Reservations strongly recommended — book 2–4 weeks ahead for prime times.
Best time to visit
Dinner
Nearest subway
1 Train to 66 St–Lincoln Center
Hours
Tue–Sun 5:00 PM–10:00 PM; Closed Mondays
Seasonal note
Great year-round, with a different feel each season.
Insider tip
Go on a weekday afternoon to skip the lines and get the best photos.
Price range
Expect $$$$ pricing. Budget accordingly and check the website for the latest.
Who this is for.
On the map.
Subway: 1 Train to 66 St–Lincoln Center
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