Reverence
As a culinary innovator within the category of “Underground Restaurants” and a noted African-American chef in California cuisine, Owner/Chef Russell Jackson (Subculture Dining; Lafitte, SF; Russell’s, LA) is proud to be continuing one of his most personal experiences and first NYC restaurant, Reverence FineFoods (2592 Frederick Douglass Boulevard, at 138th Street, New York, NY 10030; no phone; www.reverence.nyc) coming soon CaliXReverence (2104 Frederick Douglass Boulevard, at 114th Street, New York, NY 10026), The only fine dining restaurant in Harlem, and only Chef owned fine dining restaurant in Manhattan since 1988. Located in historic Strivers’ Row, Reverence features a seasonal, modern California-inspired cuisine. Jackson’s vision is for a Harlem that represents the culinary diversity of African- American chefs while supporting its local community with high-quality dining.
“Harlem is and has always been one of the most influential artistic, business, and cultural demographics in the world for modern African-American expression. It is currently verging on a cultural renaissance and leadership with a new and inclusive center. We are excited to be part of its potential and help to artistically expand its dining landscape,” explains Jackson.
Reverence features tasting menus based on the simple principles of the West Coast inspiration and ethos of seasonal, veritable, quality driven, local and sustainably sourced, or farm-to-table, all created by Chef jackson’s 40+ year career encompassing French, Italian, Japanese, Hispanic and Korean. Jackson’s curated menu, a homage to his California roots, environment and art. A transparent, open and food intensive experience that hasn’t existed in Harlem, until now.
