Who owns Minetta Tavern? Restaurateur reveals details of Taylor Swift and Phoebe Bridgers' NYC dinner
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: On the evening of November 3, the iconic Taylor Swift and the incredibly talented Phoebe Bridgers dined at New York City's renowned Minetta Tavern in Greenwich Village, owned by restaurateur Keith McNally.
Swift's arrival at the renowned Minetta Tavern was captured by the paparazzi, marking a special evening for fans of these two musical powerhouses.
This dinner wasn't just a casual meetup but an opportunity for Taylor Swift and Phoebe Bridgers to spend quality time together.
Their connection runs deep as friends, tourmates during the Eras Tour, and collaborators on the vault track 'Nothing New,' featured in the re-recording of Taylor's classic album, 'Red.'
The memorable night at Minetta Tavern
Swift, known for her impeccable fashion sense, stepped into the restaurant dressed for the autumn season, donning a color palette of warm browns and oranges, according to billboard.com.
Her wide-legged trousers paired elegantly with a '70s-style Gant sweater, making her a style icon as always.
While fans eagerly awaited the details of this much-anticipated gathering, restaurateur Keith McNally, the proud owner of Minetta Tavern, shared the inside scoop on this star-studded evening.
McNally took to Instagram to provide a delightful "Friday night report" early on Saturday, November 4, giving us a glimpse into the memorable dinner affair.
“All great with the table. Taylor Swift was with Phoebe Bridgers,” said the report, as told by Roberta Rossini Delice of Keith McNally Restaurant Group. She described the starter: “Chef Laurent sent baked oysters and foie Gras Amouse Bouche.”
“I was near the table when Taylor Swift ate the oyster and she opened her eyes and said ‘my god! … she really liked it!” the report said.
“Then they had scallops to share,” the post said, followed by “Dover sole” for Swift and “lobster vol en vent” for Bridgers as main courses. “They drank 2 rhubarb Sophie. She was here until around 12:15.”
Sweet memories and a warm welcome
Remarkably, despite the tempting dessert options, Swift and Bridgers chose to forego that part of the meal, perhaps relishing the memory of the savory courses.
One of the highlights of the evening was a special request made by chef Laurent Kalkotour for a photograph with Taylor Swift.
The snapshots of this enchanting evening were promptly shared on Instagram, giving fans a glimpse into this magical night.
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McNally also shared a few candid photos taken by paparazzi outside the restaurant, capturing the buzz and excitement surrounding this extraordinary dinner.
The report concluded with the heartwarming news that the staff at Minetta Tavern believes Taylor Swift will return, “She really enjoyed it."
Her Friday night appearance created a lively atmosphere on Minetta Lane, drawing a significant crowd of paparazzi and fans eager to catch a glimpse of the superstar.
A night to remember and a team to applaud
The note also expressed gratitude to the hardworking team at the restaurant, “Victoria, Matt, Laurent and all staff did a great job. Minetta was busy and vibrant . Great team tonight. What a night and what a restaurant!”
As Taylor Swift continues to captivate the music world with her re-released albums and The Eras Tour, which is set to go international, fans around the world eagerly anticipate her upcoming performances.
From Buenos Aires, Argentina, to Rio De Janeiro and São Paulo, Brazil, and Tokyo, Japan, her music and presence continue to be a source of inspiration and excitement for Swifties worldwide.