Essential by Christophe

Essential by Christophe is a French restaurant located in the Upper West Side neighborhood in New York City, United States. The restaurant has received a Michelin star. Christophe Bellanca is the chef and owner. Essential opened in December 2022.

Accolades and reviews

Awarded 1 Michelin star in 2023. As of the 2025 Michelin guide, it maintains this rating.
The New York Post in 2025 named it the "best restaurant on the Upper West Side."Wine Spectator "Best of Award of Excellence" in 2025.