Eating the $475 MENU at Atelier Crenn - 3 MICHELIN STAR in California, USA

Today, we are starting a brand new journey. In this new series, I travel overseas to visit California's best restaurants. 5 days, 5 restaurants, each with 3 Michelin stars.
It’s the first restaurant in this series, and it’s called Atelier Crenn. The owner and head chef is one of the most famous women in all of fine dining and was the culinary consultant for the movie The Menu. Dominique Crenn.

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[freddyfrog]

you know, when i watch your videos, you always have this semi serious tone and face when judging the food, but when you were eating the bbq bare handed, you had this childlike happiness on your face. its great man.

[ezrabrownstein]

Just want to say that I like the way that you don't try to hide your wealth but also don't flex it so upfront. It is grounded. You enjoy nice things but are immensely appreciative and also have a certain humility and respect for the work of others. It isn't "This isnt good, " but rather, "it isn't to my tastes."

[MiniNoahTheWorm]

Whenever I feel like this concept might get old and that it will be an overload of fancy food you break it up by telling some stories of your trip or the staff or the owner. Love seeing your videos develop and good job keeping them both informative and entertaining

[ChunandRice]

I love your honest, professional, but also genuine tone to all of these videos. No hyperbolic statements, a real interest in the places you go, and an unpretentious attitude towards these fancy looking dishes. Thank you for making these videos, looking forward to even more!

[kingofmemes]

This is one of my favorite videos in a while. The sharp criticisms that Alexander had combined with the gentle praises really brought home the idea that Alexander really is doing his best to review restaurants impartially. I also really love how the video is extended with food that is not *just* from the Michelin star restaurants. Seeing the food from the airplane and the BBQ at the end of the video was fantastic.

Also that ending is amazing. Keep it up, I am excited to see the rest of the videos from California!

[StonedSpagooter]

You are going to be a great ambassador for the food community in the coming years

Stay humble, friend

[ChumbahNutz]

Highly amusing that the 3* Atelier Crenn receives a decidely subdued "meh", yet Busters gets a "F*cking Amazing".
Maybe a side project of "Alexander Does BBQ"?

[Dazulolwarrior]

That barbeque was so fucking good Alexander had to say it to make a point 😂

[spideraxe]

Man I love that you also include a small history lesson of the area with your videos, huge props to the whole team

[N-Soc]

I've watched Alex eat countless $1000+ meals since I found his channel, and have never seen his face light-up like it did when eating that BBQ.

[BustersBBQ]

Thank you for your compliments! Glad you enjoyed the BBQ. Be sure to let us know next time you swing through. We appreciate you! ~Buster

[danielholmqvist]

After watching your old videos too, I really appreciate how you present the wine and service along with the food, and not clumped together at the end. It really only makes sense and is the way to go. These videos are what makes the channel great.

[robinpaulse]

The eyes lighting up after tasting the BBQ😅

[unapproachablelight]

I’m with you. The warmth and delightful personality of the pastry chef stole the show.

[ep]

Some of the techniques on display here are extraordinary - those cauliflower gold plated leaves... incredible. Thanks for bringing us on the journey. Looking forward to this California series - TFL was the restaurant that got me into fine dining, so looking forward to that one in particular.

[sam-tomw]

Love the production, editing and story telling. Alex can also provide comprehensive reviews, be super professional in his analysis and yet still show his personality and 'fun' side when he needs. One of my favourite channels by far, which I've been following since 10k subscribers.

[aq]

I love your reviews, Alexander. Your perspective is very refreshing and it's nice to see reviews that are not just honest but also constructive. <3

[kapnobataii]

i don't know why this channel doesn't have over 1mil followers yet...
best food critic of the 21st century.

[Detvanliga]

Great review as always. The presentations looks absolutely amazing!!

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[mcmdrpiffle]

One of your Best Alexander ! The BBQ at the end.... "it was fucking good"

Spoken like a true American !
Enjoy the rest of your stay here. I'm in Santa Cruz, just below San Francisco.
I've visited several of these restaurants.
We've got it good here in 'Northern California', we really do.
Thank you for highlighting this !

Subscribed for a couple of years, bell rung, and ... Enjoy !