Since it opened, Babbo has received much acclaim in the press and otherwise. Below are selected honors, awards, and articles about the restaurant.
HONORS & AWARDS
• 1998 Three stars, New York Times
• 2002 Best Chef in New York City for Babbo Ristorante e Enoteca, James Beard Foundation
• 2004 Three stars, New York Times
• 2005 Outstanding Chef in America, James Beard Foundation
• 2006 Best International Cookbook for Molto Italiano, James Beard Foundation
• 2008 Best Individual Reservationist, Caroline McHale Marshall, Concierge Choice Awards
• 2008 Outstanding Restauranteur for Babbo Ristorante e Enoteca, James Beard Foundation
