James Beard Award nominees 2008

Gramercy Tavern | Outstanding Restaurant

Yep, there’s life after Tom Colicchio. After struggling to find its footing, Gramercy Tavern, Danny Meyer’s beloved downtown spot, scored big last year with a three-star review from the Times and, now, an Outstanding Restaurant nomination. Credit chef Michael Anthony (also a nominee this year for Best NYC Chef), whose light, effortless sophistication imbues his New American menu with much-needed heft.