Kabawa
In Residence
Paul Carmichael
Chef
- 01CuisineModern Caribbean Prix Fixe
- 02CityNew York City, United States
- 03RecognitionWorld's 50 Best — No. 14
- World's 50 Best · #14 · World's 50 Best Restaurants
- James Beard Winner · James Beard Foundation
- Wine Spectator · Tier 2
- Conde Nast Hot List Restaurants · 2026
- New York Times Best Restaurants in New York City #1 · 2026
- Opinionated About Dining Top Restaurants in North America Recommended · 2026
- Opinionated About Dining Casual in North America Recommended · 2026
- World's 50 Best North America's Best Restaurants #14 · 2026
- Eater 38 #21 · 2026
- Robb Report The 10 Best New Restaurants in America #8 · 2026
- Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence · 2026
- Food & Wine Top 10 US Restaurants #1 · 2026
- Bon Appétit Best New Restaurant: 125pts · 2026
- James Beard Award Semi Finalist · 2026
- Esquire Best New Restaurants · 2025
Questions
Frequently asked
What recognition does Kabawa hold?
Kabawa holds a place on the World's 50 Best list at number 14 and a James Beard award.
Who works at Kabawa?
Made By profiles Paul Carmichael (Chef) at Kabawa.
How expensive is Kabawa?
Kabawa is listed at a price level of $$$$.
Where is Kabawa and what does it serve?
Kabawa is in East Village, New York City, serving Modern Caribbean Prix Fixe.
The field
How it compares
| Place | Awards | Cuisine | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kabawa | World's 50 Best #14, James Beard | Modern Caribbean Prix Fixe | East Village, $$$$ |
| Atomix | Michelin 2 Stars, World's 50 Best | Modern Korean Tasting Menu | New York City |
| Daniel | Michelin 1 Star, World's 50 Best | Modern French Fine Dining | New York City |
| Eleven Madison Park | Michelin 3 Stars, World's 50 Best | Contemporary Plant-Based Fine Dining | New York City |
| Gabriel Kreuther | Michelin 2 Stars | Modern Alsatian-French Fine Dining | New York City |
| Jungsik New York | Michelin 3 Stars, World's 50 Best | Modern Korean Fine Dining | New York City |
| Le Bernardin | Michelin 3 Stars, World's 50 Best | French Seafood Fine Dining | New York City |
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