International Culinary Center (internationalculinarycenter.com) has a 4.7 out of 5 rating on OK.one, based on 60 user reviews collected here. It is listed under Education & Training and its reputation is excellent. Praise is nearly unanimous, with 90% rating it 4 stars or higher; The business has not yet replied to negative reviews. Last updated 2026-08-10.
What people say
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Barbara · 2 reviews · Verified ·
★★★★★
This is THE place to study
I cannot speak highly enough of the International Culinary Center. My experience there was AMAZING. The Chef-Instructors are so patient and knowledgeable. They are tough and they don't take any crap from you but they are all very positive and encouraging and supportive.You learn techniques which you will employ every day you work in a kitchen. There are there are opportunities to see live demonstrations by important leaders in the food world like Jacques Pepin, Jacques Torres, Ron Ben Israel. There is a wonderful sense of community at ICC. Now that I graduated, I miss it every day and am so grateful for the techniques I learned and the skills I developed at ICC.
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KRISTIN · 2 reviews · Verified ·
★★★★★
Over priced
It's advertised as a place where employment is guaranteed after graduation, and that is not the case. I was told my program was a specific niche and it may be difficult to find employment. That's not what I was told before enrolling. It's also very expensive and I found the advising team to be less than adequately helpful in placing students in internships and employment.
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Jennie · 1 review · Verified ·
★★★★★
Alumni
Extremely over priced tuition for the education you receive. Also google 10 reasons NOT to be a chef before getting yourself into this industry.
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Frank · 5 reviews · Verified ·
★★★★★
They're cooking up great things at ICC
I have taken several courses and programs at ICC, including the 10-week wine studies intensive, the 1-week artisanal baking intensive, the 3-day charcuterie course, the food writing, and the food styling course. All of the programs I have taken are well-structured, the instructors are talented, experienced and engaged, and you learn along-side a diverse mix of students from around the world.
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Roberto · 1 review · Verified ·
★★★★★
Great choice
It is one of the best places to become a somm. But you need to put a lot of effort to make it happen. Top teachers and great wine tastings
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Antoanela · 1 review · Verified ·
★★★★★
My first steps in my career
ICC is not just a school is a family with is looking after you even when u finish the program. I recommend this culinary program to someone one with is really passion with food. I can tell you that I'm not from America my English it was not perfect but they have so much canines to explain me every questions I ask for . Look to me now😁 I have my own company in 3 years doing private party 🎉 and working for one of the best Jean George's Vegan restaurant. Thank u to all my Chefs thank you ICC
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Ibigbeye Dorcas · 1 review · Verified ·
★★★★★
Amazing
My experience here was amazing and thanks to ICC I have built the skills and confidence I use today in my business.
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Elliott · 2 reviews · Verified ·
★★★★★
Ambivalent, but maybe it was just the program I took
I attended the International Bread Program 3-4 years ago. The program itself was very ambitious, heavy work load, high expectation of the students - that's the good news. I like that the school created a structure where a lot was expected of students every day.
I was less enthused by my instructors. While both were very knowledgeable and passionate about bread, I found them both of them less so about teaching. The primary instructor I had was sullen, moody, and at times passive-aggressive. The other instructor was better - really in many ways a good teacher - although he'd leave the classroom frequently and one day he fell asleep while teaching us.
One anecdote that sums up and was characteristic of my experience: One day I mentioned to my main instructor that another student shaped a particular bread better than I. I asked her why and, instead of helping me, she instead said, "Some people are better at shaping than others." I found that response unworthy of a teacher.
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Pinky · 1 review · Verified ·
★★★★★
Best school ever 👍
I am glad I chose to learn at International Culinary Center with the best teachers,best curriculum and best support system from the school.
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Mermer · 2 reviews · Verified ·
★★★★★
Fantastic School!!
I LOVED my time at ICC, sometimes wish I could go back for their other programs because that's how enjoyable it was. But, of course $$ is an issue to get back 😂. I took the pastry 6 months course & it was amazing!! I was so impressed how the teachers constantly kept the classes moving similar to a real kitchen. Everything about this place has helped me so much. I guess something that I would've liked is something along the lines of plan out your day prepping, always do it now since my boss has consistently reminded me.
So, for instance: I had a berry sauce on my list,
That should be made sure to thaw first thing.
thinking 3 steps ahead is another thing my current boss has been telling me, plus asking me every so often.
I now work at one of the Top fine dining restaurants in Los Angeles, & love it!!!
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Sommelier · 1 review · Verified ·
★★★★★
A great school.
I took the wine sommelier intensive and went from a novice to certified in 10 weeks. Amazing.
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Daniela · 1 review · Verified ·
★★★★★
A nurtured culinary education with a real-world context and atmosphere
The culinary education that ICC offers is holistic. Esteemed deans and instructors offer guidance and cultivate an attention to detail. The information is well presented and well taught. And the industrial kitchens set the student up for work in the real world. All together a fantastic institute.
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Andy Birsh · 1 review · Verified ·
★★★★★
ICC provides great training and a real foothold in the industry.
Apart from its really excellent chef-instructors and renowned "deans," ICC is well-situated to launch its graduates into the most demanding restaurant and food-industry city in the hemisphere. So the combination of training at the school and gaining first-hand experience in the New York City food world in externships, can be about the most expeditious launch available today.
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Tom Chirgwin · 1 review ·
★★★★★
Fabulous Teachers, Amazing Deans
I took Cake technique and Design and loved everything about the class. I learned a tremendous amount of information. The Deans are some of the most wonderful, talented, Culinary people I have ever met. They are warm and genuinely in the students at ICC. Without hesitation I recommend this school.
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David · 2 reviews · Verified ·
★★★★★
Fantastic Experience
Wouldn't change a thing.
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Kelly · 1 review · Verified ·
★★★★★
Fabulous
My time spent at the then named "French Culinary Institute" was wonderful, exciting and full of amazing instructors. I enjoyed every minute of every day learning my craft and meeting new friends. I would do it ALL over again in a minute!.
Truly lovely experience.
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Nancy Gaunoux, FCC, Class of 1988 · 1 review · Verified ·
★★★★★
Exceptional Intro and Training in French Classical Cuisine
My six months of culinary school provided just what I needed to enter a highly competitive and demanding career. I was able to transition from line cooking and catering to management. I have hired many culinary graduates from various schools over the years and always found that my training was comparable if not superior to their education. ICC sets high and exacting standards and instilled in me a passion for excellence to which I still adhere in my career. I highly recommend ICC for the serious culinary student.
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Leticia A. · 2 reviews · Verified ·
★★★★★
ICC and excellent academy
I had a great experience while I was at school. I had excellent teachers from which I got pretty much all the techniques and knowledge I have today.
I'm greatful I chose ICC over all the other schools I came across. Once I was there I knew that was my place!
Thank you for giving me the formation I needed.
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Jeffrey · 1 review · Verified ·
★★★★★
View at 30000 feet
I loved the school when I went to it in 1987-88 I learned what I needed from amazing people, and continued to grow from there. My only issue now is alumni from the early years are forgotten about except for Flay. I was saddened to see Le'Ecole close and the name of the school changing, but with life, things change. I am a proud grad, and mention it as much as possible.
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Momo · 2 reviews · Verified ·
★★★★★
I think the school has so much potential to offer to the next future chef stars .
The school gives the first best basic program for anybody who would choose a career in the culinary world. With the program the school has given a lot alumnies a foundation to pursue ther dreams to become better chefs , well respected .
I recomand the school to anybody who wants to change or start new career in the culinary world .
