The Four Horsemen (restaurant)
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Restaurant, Wine bar |
| Founded | 2015 |
| Founder | James Murphy, Justin Chearno |
| Headquarters | Brooklyn, New York , United States |
| Products | New American small dishes, natural wine |
The Four Horsemen operates as a restaurant and wine bar situated in the Williamsburg area of Brooklyn, offering a regularly refreshed New American selection of small dishes alongside a broad array of natural wine options.
History
After extensive preparation, James Murphy, known as the lead of LCD Soundsystem, collaborated with wine expert Justin Chearno to establish The Four Horsemen. The venue opened its doors in 2015. Chearno, who was both co-owner and instrumental in developing the wine program, passed away on August 22, 2024, at the age of 54.
Reviews
In 2019, Pete Wells provided a favorable critique of the establishment in The New York Times, awarding it two stars out of four. When The Four Horsemen debuted in 2015, Paul de Revere reviewed it for Pitchfork, with Wells remarking that it could be the first natural-wine bar to receive attention from a music-focused publication.
Accolades
The Four Horsemen was awarded its inaugural Michelin star in 2019 and was listed in the 2020 edition of the Michelin Guide. In 2022, it was honored with the James Beard Foundation's Outstanding Wine Program distinction.