Overview
- Keith McNally’s memoir, 'I Regret Almost Everything,' released on May 6, 2025, offers an unvarnished account of his life, including his 2016 stroke, 2018 suicide attempt, and recovery journey.
- The book highlights McNally’s rise from a working-class Londoner to a transformative figure in New York City’s dining scene, earning him the title 'The Restaurateur Who Invented Downtown.'
- McNally candidly discusses his Instagram controversies, including banning James Corden from Balthazar and his interactions with Donald Trump, whom he describes as a 'pushy New Yorker with diabolical taste.'
- With nearly five decades in the industry, McNally’s restaurant empire includes iconic establishments like The Odeon, Balthazar, and Minetta Tavern, which continue to thrive today.
- The memoir intertwines personal anecdotes with reflections on resilience, mental health, and the evolving dynamics of the hospitality industry in a post-pandemic world.