The United States Tennis Association (USTA) and its hospitality partner Levy have announced a star-studded lineup of celebrity chefs and a wide range of dining options for the 2024 US Open.
Fans at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of culinary experiences that showcase New York City’s vibrant dining scene.
Simon Kim, founder and CEO of Gracious Hospitality Management, the group behind the Michelin-starred COTE Korean Steakhouse, will make his US Open debut with COQODAQ. “We are excited to bring COQODAQ to the US Open and introduce tennis fans to our specialties,” said Kim. “Our Golden Nugget, a unique combination of chicken nugget and caviar, promises to be a highlight.”
Renowned chefs such as Michelin-starred Chef Ed Brown, Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto and James Beard Award-winning Chef Kwame Onwuachi are returning to the US Open. “Aces has become a popular gathering place for US Open attendees,” noted Brown. “We are excited to continue serving our local and seasonal seafood creations.”
Alex Guarnaschelli, who is competing for the fourth year in a row, is bringing food from her Mediterranean bistro, Fare. “The US Open is a fantastic place to showcase our dishes and connect with the fans,” Guarnaschelli explained.
David Burke’s Mojito and Josh Capon’s Fly Fish will also be back, offering Cuban-American fusion cuisine and seafood specialties, respectively. “It’s always a pleasure to bring Mojito to the Open,” Burke said. “The energy here is second to none.”
The tournament features new dishes and returning favorites from an impressive list of vendors, including Pat LaFrieda Meat Co., Champions by Benjamin’s Steakhouse, San Matteo NYC, Dos Toros Taqueria, La Casa de Masa, Red Hook Lobster Pound, Fuku, Eataly, Crown Shy, Korilla BBQ and Poke Yachty, Hill Country BBQ, King Souvlaki, Stacked Sandwich Shop, The Migrant Kitchen, The Nourish Spot, Van Leeuwen Ice Cream, DOBEL® Tequila Club and more.
Fans can sample world-class dishes and meet chefs at Flavors of the Open presented by DOBEL® Tequila, taking place during Fan Week on August 22. Visitors can sample world-class dishes, watch cooking demonstrations, enjoy live music and even play tennis on the court.
A portion of ticket proceeds will benefit the USTA Foundation, which supports tennis and educational programs for underserved communities.
The full food and beverage offerings for the 2024 US Open will be announced in the coming weeks. Culinary options will be available during Fan Week, August 19-24, and throughout the main draw, August 26-September 8. For more information and tickets to Flavors of the Open, visit usopen.org.
