Est. 2019

Our Story

A neighborhood restaurant with a global palate and a seasonal soul.

The Meridian was born from a simple belief: that a great meal can turn an ordinary evening into an occasion. Chef Marcus Bellamy opened our doors on the Upper West Side in 2019 with a mission to celebrate seasonal American cuisine through the lens of global technique.

“I cook with the seasons because nature is the best menu writer. My job is simply to listen.”
— Chef Marcus Bellamy

After a decade of cooking in Michelin-starred kitchens in New York and Lyon, Marcus wanted to build something different — a restaurant where the food was uncompromising but the atmosphere was warm, where every ingredient told a story of place and season.

We work directly with farms within 150 miles of Manhattan, changing our menu as the seasons change. Our sommelier David Chen has built a 350-label wine program with a focus on sustainable and biodynamic producers. Our bar director Sarah Kim creates cocktails that are as thoughtful and seasonal as the food.

The result is a restaurant that feels both special and familiar — a place where celebrations happen naturally and regulars become friends.