Cynthia Opens in West Village with Seasonal Tasting Menus by Top Chef Finalist

Cynthia, a new 28-seat restaurant, opened on Jones Street in the West Village on May 20. Executive Chef Sherry Cardoso, a finalist on Season 23 of Bravo’s Top Chef, leads the kitchen with a focus on seasonal, low-waste cooking. The restaurant’s tasting menu costs $140 per person and changes every three months. Dishes are built around the freshest produce from local Greenmarkets. The current summer menu includes a corn-focused course, scallops with fermented tomato consommé, and a strawberry Chartreuse sorbet finished tableside with warm butterscotch maple sauce.

Wine options include a standard pairing for $140 and a premium selection for $180. Guests can also choose wines by the glass, priced between $18 and $32. The cocktail menu features seasonal, produce-driven drinks in the low $20 range.

Cardoso’s approach centres on a low-waste ethos and locally sourced ingredients. In the future, Cynthia plans to introduce an à la carte bar menu and small bites to become a neighbourhood staple. The restaurant currently offers a fixed tasting menu with optional wine pairings. Its seasonal focus and Cardoso’s leadership aim to establish Cynthia as a standout dining destination in the West Village.