This is the story of rarified worlds colliding to create a modern and chic institution.

At Marea, the authentic, bracing flavors of coastal Italy meet the style and swagger of New York to form a new kind of gusto.

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Marea charts the tide for restaurant culture, with exquisite food and unmatched service that set the stage for an experience like no other.

An anchor of Central Park, and New York City icon, Marea attracts those who don’t chase luxury, but who live it - by elevating life’s moments, indulging their senses, and celebrating every day with the best food, service, and surroundings in the world.

Team Marea New York

Mark Lockard

General Manager

PJ Calapa

Executive Chef

Kazuo Fujimura

Pastry Chef

Francesco Grosso

Marea Brand Senior Director
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Elegant dining room at Marea New York, warm uplighting showcasing a large floral display behind a table with a white tablecloth
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Elegant restaurant interior with a glass wine cellar and dining area at Marea New York
marea new york's main dining room - warm wooden floors and tables with white tablecloths and navy fabric chairs. the wall is dominated by a large and brightly colored painting of a woman
one of marea new york's private dining rooms - warm red wooden walls and floors decorated with a colorful painting. there are round tables with white table clothes and navy fabric chairs.

Marea is the recipient of the 2010 James Beard Award for Best New Restaurant; three stars from The New York Times; was named Best New Restaurant by Bon Appetit, Esquire, and GQ Magazines; was named NYC’s Best Italian Restaurant by Zagat; and has also been heavily recognized by the Michelin Guide.

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Interesting in joining the team at New York’s most acclaimed dining destination?
Explore our career opportunities at Marea NYC, Marea Beverly Hills, and the Altamarea Group.

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marea's astice - a white bowl holding creamy white burrata, topped with generous chunks of bright red lobster. olive oil is being drizzled on top
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“ Marea, dedicated to meticulously wrought pasta and seafood, has successfully maintained the idea that Italian food can be just as esteemed and elegant as French food.  ”

– The New York Times

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