There are few chefs in New York who enjoy the high-low quite like Chef Nozomu Abe. The man behind Two MICHELIN Star Sushi Noz and One MICHELIN Star Noz 17 (in addition to the impossibly chic to-go Noz Market), can often be spotted outside of Manhattan on the Queens waterfront in Long Island City sipping on coffee or taking a stroll with his family.
However, the Hokkaido native also has a soft spot for steaks from Peter Luger, Japanese at Two MICHELIN Star odo, and hamburgers from JG Melon. Below, get the scoop from Abe on his favorite low-key museum, his guilty pleasure, and where you'll catch him on his day off.
Coffee: Sweetleaf Coffee Roasters in Long Island City
Breakfast and/or lunch: Shio Ramen or Katsu Don at Vert Frais
After-hours: The Penrose or JG Melon
Favorite NYC spot: Noguchi Museum
Where we might find you on your day off when you’re out and about: Hanging out at the Long Island City waterfront park with my wife and our 17-month old.
Hero image: Courtesy of Chef Nozomu Abe
