the storico experience

At Storico, we have one goal: ensuring that every visit translates into a great memory for our guests.

Join us for brunch, lunch, or dinner, and discover how our new Executive Chef Ali Loukzada is breathing new life into our globally and seasonally inspired menus, complemented by a fresh collection of signature cocktails, curated wines, and beers by the bottle. We’re pretty sure you’ll leave thinking about how quickly you can return.

ali loukzada — storico at new-york historical society

We’re thrilled to welcome our new Executive Chef Ali Loukzada! Over the course of two decades, Ali has built a dynamic trans-continental career at some amazing culinary destinations—from Midtown East’s Pershing Square to Union Square’s Tabla and Chelsea’s Buddakan— across the globe to Pahlevi in Bombay, India. A graduate of the New York Restaurant School, Ali is known for infusing his trademark expertise and creativity into every dish he crafts, from initial prep to final presentation.

ali loukzada — executive chef

With nearly 20 years of experience leading the kitchens of cross-cultural fine-dining restaurants, Ali has cultivated a deep love for French, Indian, Middle-Eastern, Asian, and Continental cuisine.

Throughout his culinary career, he has been honored to learn from a team of groundbreaking restaurateurs and chefs, including luminaries like Stephen Starr, Danny Meyer, Buzzy O’Keeffe, Floyd Cardoz, Michael Schulson, David Waltuck, and Martin Heierling.

In addition to assisting in the opening of scores of high-profile restaurants and cafes across both U.S. coasts, Ali once served as chef of the CNN Grill at the 2016 RNC and DNC conventions, and he created and executed the exceptional dinner served for President Barack Obama’s re-election campaign.