Sun-Drenched Flavors & Coastal Warmth
At IRIS, Michelin-starred restaurateur John Fraser transports diners to the Aegean coast. Named after the ancient Greek goddess of the rainbow and messenger of the gods, IRIS is designed as an oasis in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, moments from Carnegie Hall and Central Park.
Our culinary philosophy honors timeless coastal cooking: fresh line-caught fish grilled over open fire, fragrant seasonal vegetables, cold-pressed olive oils, hand-stretched pitas, and aromatic dips crafted fresh daily.
The Masters Behind the Craft
Chef & Founder
John Fraser
Renowned Michelin-starred chef celebrated for pioneering vegetable-forward fine dining and honoring Mediterranean culinary heritage across his restaurant collection.
Executive Chef
Andrew Minitelli
Directing daily kitchen operations with exacting technique, highlighting line-caught whole seafood, dry-aged meats, and artisanal house-made mezze.
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Beverage Director
Amy Racine
Esquire's Beverage Director of the Year, curating one of the country's deepest selections of indigenous Greek and Turkish wines, craft ouzo, and mastic cocktails.
View BiographyArchitectural Sophistication
Designed with soothing earth tones, warm oak paneling, bronze lighting, and an expansive bar, IRIS provides the quintessential Midtown Manhattan dining experience.
