Spectacular Food Awaits at The 2023 U.S. Open With Lineup of World-Renowned Chefs and Wide Variety of Dining Options

The United States Tennis Association (USTA) and its hospitality partner Levy today announced the celebrity chef partners of the 2023 US Open and the expansive dining options available across the grounds this year. From snacks and beverages to sweets, local and international cuisines, and elevated food experiences, this year’s US Open food options and unparalleled dining experiences are set to please every taste and palate.

Joining the celebrity roster of US Open chefs in 2023 is James Beard Award-winning chef Kwame Onwuachi, known for his newest restaurant, Tatiana, located at New York City’s Lincoln Center. Onwuachi will add four dishes to this year’s Aces menu, the US Open’s preeminent seafood stop, and will join Michelin star recipients chef Ed Brown and Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto–who’ve once again teamed up to dazzle diners at Aces. Guests will enjoy amazingly fresh, delicately-prepared fish, hand-crafted maki.

Also making their US Open debut are chef Melba Wilson of the Harlem, N.Y.-based restaurant Melba’s and chef James Kent of the Michelin-starred restaurant Crown Shy.

Chef Alex Guarnaschelli and her US Open restaurant, Fare by Alex Guarnaschelli, is returning for a third consecutive year. The celebrity chef is bringing back some fan favorites like her watermelon & feta salad and the cavatappi pasta and yellow tomato sauce. Also returning is chef David Burke’s Cuban-American fusion spot, Mojito by David Burke, located on the ground floor of Arthur Ashe Stadium. Additionally, chef Josh Capon is bringing back Fly Fish with US Open fan-favorite lobster rolls, tuna poke, ceviche, oysters, and more at two concessions locations.

Also featured at this year’s grand slam with both new options and returning popular dishes include King Souvlaki, The Migrant Kitchen, Side Piece Chicken, Champions by Benjamin Steakhouse, Pat LaFrieda Meat Co., San Matteo NYC, Hill Country BBQ, Korilla BBQ and Poke Yachty, Fuku, Nourish Spot, Taqueria Nixtamal, Eataly, Van Leeuwen Ice Cream and Crabby Shack.

Food Village & Concessions

Melba’s (new in 2023): Melba Wilson brings signature dishes from her famed Harlem restaurant, Melba’s, to the US Open’s Food Village.

• Tres Mac & Cheese
• Spring Rolls
• Melba’s Sweet Potato Hand Cut Fries
• Melba’s Signature Chicken & Eggnog Waffle Cone
• Country Fried Fish Po’Boy
• Red Velvet Cake

Crown Shy (new in 2023): James Kent brings signature dishes from his Michelin-starred restaurant Crown Shy to the US Open’s Food Village.

• Crispy Chicken, Grilled Chicken, and Hot Beef Sandwiches
• Citrus Chicken Fingers
• Tomato and Peach Salad
• Sticky Toffee Pudding

The Migrant Kitchen (new in 2023): Representing a migration of taste and technique from the Middle East to Latin America, The Migrant Kitchen makes its debut in the US Open’s Food Village with a menu that is rooted in the belief that food mirrors humanity: creative, collaborative and a little non-conformist.

• Hand-Pressed Empanadas
• Chicken Shawarma Sandwich
• Lamb Torta Sandwich
• Slow-roasted lamb Bowl or Roasted Chicken Bowl
• Fattoush Salad
• Southern Pali Salad

King Souvlaki (new in 2023): Serving authentic and handmade Greek street food, King Souvlaki brings high-quality dishes from its popular New York City food trucks and restaurant to the US Open Food Village.

• Chicken or Lamb Gyro Sandwich
• Greek Salad
• Spanakopita
• Loaded Greek Fries with Feta Cheese

Side Piece Chicken (new in 2023): Visit this local chicken spot in Grandstand. The zesty lemon pepper hot sauce from this Brooklyn favorite is not to be missed.

• Fried Chicken Sandwich
• Wings
• BBQ Chicken Sandwich
• Cauliflower Bites with Soy Dipping Sauce
• BBQ Chicken Loaded Fries

Eataly: With two iconic locations in New York City (Flatiron and Downtown), Eataly is dedicated to bringing the highest quality Italian food to the Big Apple. With an innovative “eat, shop & learn” model, local New Yorkers and visitors alike have the opportunity to experience Italian culture by dining at authentic restaurants and cafes, shopping over 10,000 artisan-made products, and learning traditional culinary techniques under one roof.

• Tagliatelle alla Bolognese
• Insalata Caprese
• Authentic Neapolitan Pizza by Rossopomodoro
• Tiramisù

Taqueria Nixtamal: Taqueria Nixtamal serves the authentic recipes that make this local NYC restaurant so popular.

• Carnitas, Chicken Tacos & Nachos
• Esquites
• Chips & Guacamole

Van Leeuwen Ice Cream: Van Leeuwen began as a yellow scoop truck on the streets of NYC in 2008. Their French-style ice cream (made with more than double the amount of egg yolks as standard ice cream) quickly gained a loyal following.

First-Ever US Open Exclusive Flavor: Honeycomb Fudge Slam: Sweet Cream Ice Cream with Gooey Honeycomb Candy Pieces and Swirls of Fudge

• Big Face Coffee Affogato
• Cookies & Cream
• Lemon Sorbet
• Vegan Mint Chip

The Crabby Shack: This Brooklyn spot brings delicious fresh seafood to the Food Village at the US Open.

• Famous Crab Roll
• Connecticut Style Lobster Roll
• Summer Shack Salad
• Clobster Roll
• Salmon Bites

Nourish Spot: Joining the US Open from Jamaica, Queens, this family-owned shop serves fresh smoothies & salads.

• Berry Crazy Smoothie
• Tropical Dream Smoothie
• Mango Ginger Lemonade
• The Nourish Salad

Stacked Sandwich Shop: Local to Forest Hills, Queens, Stacked brings sandwiches and salads using only the best ingredients.

• Aged to Perfection Sandwich
• Hot Pastrami Sandwich
• Stacked Summer Salad

San Matteo NYC: With multiple Manhattan locations, San Matteo NYC brings the tradition and expertise of Neapolitan pizza from Salerno, Italy to the US Open.

• Margherita & Pepperoni Pizza
• Truffle with Fresh Burrata Pizza
• Vegan Margherita

Pat LaFrieda’s: New York’s finest meats return to US Open concessions:

Pat’s House Roasted Prime Rib Sandwich

Black Angus Steak Sandwich

Classic Cubano Sandwich

NY Style Pastrami Sandwich

Roasted Chicken Sandwich

Oakberry: The trendiest place to satisfy those looking for lighter options, acai bowls will be served with fans’ choice of toppings, including fresh fruit and granola.

Fuku: Momofuku Chef and Founder David Chang’s fried chicken shop returns in multiple locations featuring spicy chicken sandwiches, craveable tenders and fries, and more:

• Spicy Fried Chicken Sando
• Impossible Nuggies & Waffle Fries
• Magnolia Bakery Cookies

Hill Country Barbecue: A New York favorite and staple at the US Open for several years returns with signature house-smoked meats and BBQ sides:

• Pulled Pork Slider
• Smoked Turkey Sandwich
• Chopped Brisket Sandwich
• Walking Taco

Korilla BBQ: Located in Food Village, serving their signature take on Korean BBQ.

• Roasted Chicken Rice Bowl
• Bulgogi Rice Bowl
• Fried Veggie Dumplings
• Kimcheese Fries
• Truffle Waffle Fries

Poke Yachty: A Food Village favorite serving fresh poke bowls.

• Spicy Tuna Rice Bowl
• Classic Tuna Poke Bowl
• Organic Vegan Tofu
• Edamame
• Mango Ginger Tea

Celebrity Chefs & On-Site Restaurants

ACES: Known as the US Open’s preeminent seafood stop, Aces will feature four new dishes curated by James Beard Award-winning chef Kwame Onwuachi of New York City’s Tatiana. Chef Onwuachi will join Michelin star recipients chef Ed Brown and Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto–who’ve once again teamed up to dazzle diners at Aces. Guests will enjoy a variety of amazingly fresh, delicately-prepared fish, hand-crafted maki.

Melba’s by Melba Wilson: Regarded as one of New York City’s premier comfort food spots, Melba’s brings an exquisite yet comfortable dining experience to the US Open’s Food Village.

Crown Shy by James Kent: Located in the US Open’s Food Village, the menu from this Michelin-starred restaurant is rooted in European technique but draws inspiration from around the world and the diverse cuisine of New York City.

Fare by Alex Guarnaschelli: Enjoy a seasonal menu of greenmarket-inspired dishes from world-renowned Chef Alex while overlooking the fountains of the South Plaza.

Champions by Benjamin Steakhouse: One of New York’s top steakhouses takes over Champions again this year, serving expertly prepared steaks, chops, seafood, and traditional steakhouse sides in Arthur Ashe Stadium.

Mojito by David Burke: The Cuban-American fusion menu will be served in an airy and bright space located on the ground floor of Arthur Ashe Stadium near the Heineken Red Star Patio Cafe.

Fly Fish: Chef Josh Capon returns with iconic lobster rolls, tuna poke, bay scallop ceviche, oysters, and more at two Fly Fish concessions locations.

Louis Armstrong Stadium Concessions

Louis Armstrong Stadium offers an incredible selection of cuisines at concessions housed in the stadium, including:

• Taqueria Nixtamal
• Franks & Fries
• Grand Slam Grill
• Grey Goose Bar
• Heineken Bar
• Korilla BBQ
• San Matteo NYC
• Pat LaFrieda Meat Co.
• Van Leeuwen Ice Cream
• Hill Country BBQ

Beverage Spotlight

Grey Goose® Honey Deuce: The signature cocktail of the US Open

Grey Goose® Frozen Honey Deuce: A frozen twist on the official cocktail of the US Open will be served at multiple locations, including the Food Village, Grandstand, and card member lounge located in the “US Open American Express Fan Experience”

Maestro Dobel®: The first official Tequila of the US Open will be served inside Arthur Ashe Stadium and at mobile carts across the tournament grounds

Aperol®: The iconic Aperitivo will bring a slice of Italian culture to the US Open grounds with two on-site destinations

Lavazza: Lavazza returns its Cold Brew bar at this year’s US Open, located on the backside of the Lavazza Café in the Food Village

Facts & Figures

The US Open attracts more than 700,000 fans throughout the course of the tournament

US Open Executive Chef Jim Abbey and a culinary team of 250 prepare cuisine across seven restaurants, 60 concession stands and 90 suites

The US Open will serve approximately:

• 1,200,000 melon balls
• 90,000 pounds of beef
• 7.5 tons of crab, shrimp and lobster
• 400,000 individual berries
• 225,000 hamburgers and hot dogs
• 85,000 pounds of poultry
• 12.5 tons of lettuce
• 66,000 bananas
• 35,000 pounds of tomatoes
• 7,000 specialty tennis ball cookies

The US Open food options will be available for fans onsite during Fan Week (Aug. 22-27) and through the main draw from Aug. 28 – Sept. 10. For more information on this year’s US Open food options, please visit usopen.org.