2012 Top 40 Restaurants in the U.S. " THIS RESTAURANT IS CLOSED Le Cirque

Celebrities of every stripe have long flocked to Sirio Maccioni's legendary landmark Le Cirque. Despite relocating three times in its storied 35 years --- and finally settling in the stunning Bloomberg building --- Maccioni's ebullient hospitality is still going strong and his presence continues to charm even the most jaded New Yorkers. Executive chef Olivier Reginensi now helms the kitchen at this celebrated destination.

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