Introducing the sixth season of The Lineup — a dinner series showcasing New York City’s unsung culinary heroes: the people working on the line at the city’s top restaurants. This season, we’re bringing the excitement to Williamsburg with exclusive, one-night-only pop-up restaurants - now on Thursdays!
Meet Richard Haydinger, Line Cook at Ernesto’s, delivering a masterful mix of Italian and Spanish influences, with a focus on classic techniques and deeply satisfying dishes. Gabriel Borges, CDC at Chez Ma Tante, draws from his years in NYC’s top kitchens—including Estela and ATLA—to create bold, unexpected flavor combinations with fun nods to his New Orleans roots. Finally, Annika Altura, Line Cook at Lola’s, channels her Filipino-Chinese heritage mixed with her experience cooking in kitchens around the world to a precise, inventive menu.
Secure your seat now and experience these extraordinary menus crafted by some of the city’s most exciting rising stars!
1. Two Apple Sorbets, Ginger Sauce 2. Cookie Shards, Toffee Bits, Cream
What 21 people are saying
Overall ratings and reviews
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5.0
5 based on all time ratings
4.9Food
5Service
5Ambience
4.9Value
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Review summary
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The Lineup at Food 52 offers a "truly an outstanding dining experience" with breathtaking views, "beyond incredible" food, and a welcoming atmosphere. Guests rave about the innovative concept of showcasing rising chefs, communal dining, and vibrant decor. "Incredible, from the food to the setting to the vibes," it's a must-try event.
21 Reviews
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Dianne
San Diego1 review
5.0
Dined on October 22, 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Chef Josh is a talented chef and his future is bright.
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Jenny
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on October 22, 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
This is such a unique and wonderful NYC experience. The food was fabulous, and the space was gorgeous. Everyone was so nice and welcoming to us, and it's so fun to get to know an up-and-coming chef. I can't recommend it enough!
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Katherine
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on October 21, 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Would love to attend again. What a special night of trying new things
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OpenTable Diner
London1 review
5.0
Dined on October 21, 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Incredible experience. Relaxed, brilliant vibe, the food was something else. Couldn’t recommend highly enough
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OpenTable Diner
London1 review
5.0
Dined on July 16, 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Loved our experience – concept was brilliant, service was attentive, and food was exquisite. We can't wait to return!
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LaurenH
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 6, 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Incredible, from the food to the setting to the vibes, and recommend enough
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Chicago1 review
5.0
Dined on May 6, 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
What an amazing evening! The food, ambience, views, service and decor were beyond incredible! It was an evening we will never forget. Thank you to Chef Hannah Musante, Food 52, the entire Lineup dinner team and founder, Elena Besser. We loved it!
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OpenTable Diner
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 6, 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Really incredible experience and atmosphere. The food was excellent (and such a fun concept to give these incredible rising chefs the opportunity to showcase their work!) and beyond that the whole thing was so well curated.
You start walking through the kitchen which is cool to see, it's on the waterfront which is beautiful, there's a cocktail hour, and during the dinner portion you sit at larger tables so get to meet some new folks if that's your thing. We really loved it and plan to go again when they release the next tranche.
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SianiT
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 29, 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
From start to finish one of the best dining experiences of my life!! We had the most amazing service and the food was unbelievable! Everyone needs to try the lineup dinner I can’t wait to do it again.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on April 29, 2024
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Fantastic mouth art presented with grace and brilliance.
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FAQs
The Lineup Dinner is rated 5 stars by 21 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
