Chef Eric Ripert’s famous seafood restaurant Le Bernardin in New York City will be closed the month of August for renovations. During that time Eric will be updating hisFacebook page with the history and story of the restaurant which has 4 New York Times Stars and 3 Michelin Stars. Le Bernardin came to New York in 1986, but it was originally opened in Paris by Maguy and Gilbert Le Coze in 1972.