Best of the West vip reception

Presented by
21 west end

Saturday, May 19,
6:30 PM to 10 Pm

*food service ends at 9:30 PM

Under our grand tent in the O’Shea Complex Schoolyard, Columbus Avenue between West 76th & 77th Streets

An exclusive, hour-long preview of the event, the Best of the West VIP Reception presented by 21 West End provides an opportunity for participating guests to mingle one-on-one with celebrity chefs and restaurateurs, including this year’s Best of the West Honoree Chef John Fraser, recognized worldwide for his Michelin-starred and award-winning restaurants Dovetail, The Nix, Narcissa, and The Loyal. With limited attendance, special seating area, exclusive early entree to the evening’s food, spirit, wine, and beer presentations, and direct access to the chefs before the main event, the Best of the West VIP Reception is a memorable experience in a relaxed setting for an entire hour prior to general admission. Come join us!

Best of
the West

Presented by
park west village

Saturday, May 19,
7:30 PM to 10 PM

*food service ends at 9:30 PM

Under our grand tent in the O’Shea Complex Schoolyard, Columbus Avenue between West 76th & 77th Streets

ONLINE TICKET SALES HAVE ENDED. We will be selling a small amount of tickets at the door for $175 per person.

Sold out!

A highpoint of this year’s Best of the West presented by Park West Village will be the premiere of a unique section dedicated to signature bars and mixologists, all preparing one-of-a-kind cocktails. Among those participating will be Manhattan Cricket Club, Da Capo, Amelie, Guyer’s, Maison Pickle, Prohibition, and distinguished spirit sponsors Tito’s Vodka and Hiro Sake. Best of the West Honoree John Fraser will be serving exciting tastings from Michelin-starred Dovetail, along with 35 other beloved Upper West Side restaurants, including The Leopard at des Artistes, The Milling Room, RedFarm, Rosa Mexicano, and Crave Fishbar. Live music returns this year, with Joe Battaglia & the New York Big Band further enhancing the ambiance of the Upper West Side’s most anticipated event of the year.