Essential by Christophe

An elegant and inviting Upper West Side destination, Essential by Christophe offers a menu of French-inspired cuisine centered around the dishes Christophe loves to eat, cook, and share with others. The restaurant’s name reflects Bellanca's core philosophy: informed simplicity, stripped of all unnecessary flourishes to showcase only what is essential. Designed in collaboration with prominent Parisian residential designer Caroline Egasse, the space features clean lines and beige tones, exposed wooden beams, leather, and brass with delicate touches of Élitis wallpaper and porcelain tile.