CUT by Wolfgang Puck at Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown Named to 2025 Star Bars List by Forbes Travel Guide
'At CUT, the experience goes far beyond the plate. It's about creating an atmosphere where every detail, every pour, and every interaction is intentional,' said Byron Lazaroff-Puck.
This year's honorees, spanning 19 countries, were identified through data gathered as part of FTG's 2024 and 2025 Star Ratings, based on exacting incognito inspections globally. The bars named to the list excelled in scores related to their beverage program and presentation, as well as providing seamless, luxurious service and an exceptional guest experience.
The selection of 58 honorees is a tribute to Forbes Travel Guide's founding as Mobil Travel Guide in 1958.
Located in the heart of Tribeca, Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown is a 2025 Forbes Five-Star recipient, recognized for its outstanding hospitality, contemporary design, and refined sense of place. Adjacent to the hotel's lobby, the bar at CUT by Wolfgang Puck has emerged as a destination of its own, offering guests a vibrant yet intimate setting that seamlessly blends culinary innovation with elevated mixology. With its rich textures, warm lighting, and curated cocktail experience, the bar reflects the hotel's broader commitment to excellence, welcoming locals, travelers, and tastemakers to gather, unwind, and enjoy standout service in one of the city's most iconic luxury addresses.
'At Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown, we are proud to deliver an experience that is both intimate and iconic,' said Igor Morosowski, General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown. 'Being named to Forbes Travel Guide's Star Bars list affirms our commitment to excellence and recognizes the bar at CUT by Wolfgang Puck as a place where sophistication, creativity, and community intersect in the most memorable way.'
'At CUT, the experience goes far beyond the plate. It's about creating an atmosphere where every detail, every pour, and every interaction is intentional,' said Byron Lazaroff-Puck. 'This recognition celebrates our commitment to hospitality that feels both personal and elevated. Being part of Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown allows us to bring that vision to life in a setting defined by timeless luxury and world-class service. Guests come not just to unwind, but to connect, indulge, and be inspired. We're honored by this distinction and excited to continue raising the bar for what an unforgettable experience can be.'
'The 2025 Star Bars represent the pinnacle of hotel bar experiences,' said Hermann Elger, CEO of FTG. 'FTG's in-person inspections in more than 90 countries provide unmatched insight into hotel bars, with our research delving into two years of exacting data to surface the best of the best.'
'These awards highlight sophisticated ambiance, elevated service, artfully curated wine lists, and cocktails that are skillfully crafted and creatively presented," said Bastien Gardrat, Forbes Travel Guide's Global Spirits Ambassador. 'These are elements that come together to create an unforgettable hotel bar experience. Congratulations to the remarkable bars on this year's inaugural list.'
To view the full list of 2025 Hotel Star Bars award winners, visit ForbesTravelGuide.com.
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Forbes Travel Guide is the only global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants, spas and ocean cruises and their restaurants. Our anonymous inspectors evaluate hundreds of exacting standards, with an emphasis on exceptional service, to help discerning travelers select the world's best experiences. The only way to get a Five-Star, Four-Star or Recommended rating is by earning it through our exacting inspection process. For more information about Forbes Travel Guide, please visit partner.forbestravelguide.com.
About CUT by Wolfgang Puck at The Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown
The bar is an extension of CUT by Wolfgang Puck, the renowned chef's first Manhattan restaurant, located just next door off the lobby of The Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown. More than just a place to grab a drink, it stands as a destination in its own right. Designed with rich textures, warm lighting, and striking architectural details, the bar offers an intimate yet energetic atmosphere that echoes the restaurant's refined ambiance.
Guests can enjoy innovative cocktails and a thoughtfully curated wine list, whether as a pre-dinner indulgence or a standalone experience. On select evenings, curated DJ sets elevate the vibe, infusing the space with a dynamic rhythm. Whether reconnecting with friends or unwinding after work, the bar has become a favorite among locals, business professionals, travelers, celebrities, and tastemakers alike - a true hidden gem nestled within one of New York's most iconic addresses.
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