Caviar Nachos? Noodles? American Chefs Are Going Wild With Fish Roe

Caviar is the crown jewel of the seafood world, and an instantaneous hit of luxury. While traditional caviar service is still a hallmark of fine dining, some of the country’s most celebrated restaurants are putting their own creative—and sometimes ridiculous—spins on the fancy fish eggs. From noodles, to pot pie, to nachos, here are 10 of the most interesting caviar dishes from around the country. You decide whether it's worth picking up your mother of pearl caviar spoon and diving in.

David Chang’s tasting-menu spot has a love affair with caviar—as exemplified by the restaurant’s iconic smoked egg dish, split open with a wave of caviar spilling out and potato chip on the side. When Chang moved the restaurant to a bigger, flashier space two years back, the beloved dish went off the menu. A few weeks ago, it made a triumphant return. The dish is impossibly simple but tastes complex, and the caviar—from renowned caviar dealer Regalis Foods—is as creamy and luscious as it gets.