Nicosi
| Nicosi | |
|---|---|
Interactive map of Nicosi | |
| Restaurant information | |
| Established | June 26, 2024[1] |
| Head chef | Tavel Bristol-Joseph |
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| Rating |  (Michelin Guide) |
| Location | 221 Newell Avenue, San Antonio, Texas, United States |
| Coordinates | 29°26′28″N 98°28′51″W / 29.4412°N 98.4808°W |
| Website | nicosisatx |
Nicosi is a dessert bar located within Pullman Market[2] in San Antonio, Texas. Led by Emmer & Rye Hospitality Group[3] Partner and Chief Operating Officer Tavel Bristol-Joseph[4], the concept offers an intimate tasting experience that explores acid, sweet, bitter and savory flavors through a rotating multi-course menu.
History
Nicosi opened in June 2024[5] as one of four restaurant concepts within Pullman Market[2], a 40,000-square-foot culinary destination developed by Emmer & Rye Hospitality Group[3] in San Antonio's Pearl District[6]. Led by Emmer & Rye Hospitality Group Partner and Chief Operating Officer Tavel Bristol-Joseph[4], the concept was developed as an intimate dessert bar that explores the role of acid, sweet, bitter and savory flavors in the perception of dessert.
Designed as a 20-seat experience surrounding the kitchen, Nicosi combines elements of hospitality, showmanship and chef interaction. The concept has received national recognition since opening, including a Michelin Star in the 2025 Texas Michelin Guide[7]. Bristol-Joseph was named Esquire's Pastry Chef of the Year in 2024[8][9], and in 2026, was recognized as a James Beard Foundation finalist for Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker[10] for his work at Nicosi.
Accolades and Recognition
| Award | Organization | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Pastry Chef of the Year | Esquire | 2024[8][9] |
| One Star | Michelin Guide | 2025[7] |
| Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker Finalist | James Beard Foundation | 2026[10] |
See also
References
- ↑ Stinson, Katherine (11 June 2024). "No cell phones allowed at this new San Antonio dessert bar". My San Antonio. Hearst Newspapers LLC. Retrieved 30 October 2025.
- 1 2 "Pullman Market | Open in San Antonio Pearl District". Pullman Market. Retrieved 2026-07-17.
- 1 2 "Home - Emmer & Rye Hospitality Group | Austin | San Antonio". emmerhospitality.com. Archived from the original on 2026-05-20. Retrieved 2026-07-17.
- 1 2 "Tavel Bristol-Joseph". Food & Wine. Archived from the original on 2025-10-21. Retrieved 2026-07-17.
- ↑ Latham, Tori (2024-06-27). "One of America's Top Pastry Chefs Just Opened a New Dessert Bar in San Antonio". Robb Report. Retrieved 2026-07-17.
- ↑ "The Historic Pearl in San Antonio". Pearl. Retrieved 2026-07-17.
- 1 2 "All the Stars in The MICHELIN Guide Texas 2025". guide.michelin.com. Retrieved 2026-07-17.
- 1 2 Nowlin, Sanford (2024-12-03). "Esquire Magazine names minds behind San Antonio's Nicosi as year's best pastry chefs". San Antonio Current. Retrieved 2026-07-17.
- 1 2 "Tavel Bristol-Joseph gets special honor on Esquire list - CultureMap Austin". sanantonio.culturemap.com. Retrieved 2026-07-17.
- 1 2 "The 2026 James Beard Award Nominees". www.jamesbeard.org. Retrieved 2026-07-17.