“Experience Lucciola – NYC's finest Italian dining! Immerse yourself in the exceptional 9-course tasting menu, enhanced by expertly chosen wines. Chef Michele crafts each dish with unmatched skill, presenting masterpieces of Italian cuisine. For unparalleled value and a remarkable culinary adventure, Lucciola is your destination.“
“This restaurant was once awarded three Michelin stars for ten consecutive years and is also a representative of New York's fusion cuisine style. They primarily blend Japanese and French culinary elements to create an out-of-the-box and unforgettable dining experience.In 2023, due to disputes between the owner and the former chef, resulting in the departure of the ex-chef, they were removed from the Michelin three-star list, sparking considerable attention and comments from diners. From my recent dining experience at the restaurant, their removal from the Michelin three-star list does not imply that they no longer meet the standards of a Michelin three-star restaurant. Rather, it's because they are now operating as a "new restaurant" after reorganizing their chef team, which should be in a "grade pending" status. Personally, I feel that in the 2024 Michelin ratings, they have a very high chance of regaining Michelin star status, even if not immediately returning to three stars.Overall, this restaurant is highly suitable for diners interested in tasting fusion cuisine that blends elements from around the world, as well as for chefs in the food industry seeking new ideas. Additionally, the restaurant's service is excellent, even among fine dining establishments, as the staff seamlessly combine professionalism and friendliness. The dining environment in the restaurant is also excellent. Whether enjoying food preparation at the bar or having a more intimate dining experience at a table, both options provide a great experience.Here are some highlights of the restaurant's strengths:1. The seafood dishes at the restaurant are outstanding, with subtle seasoning that highlights the natural flavors of the seafood. Some small garnishes add a finishing touch to the dishes, akin to the layers of fragrance in perfume, leaving a memorable impression.2. The restaurant operates very efficiently, with each dish transitioning smoothly, akin to a symphony, where one movement ends and the next begins at the appropriate time.3. The service at the restaurant is excellent, with the staff knowledgeable about the dishes and beverages, smoothly and warmly introducing each dish, leaving a special impression on the diners.4. The desserts at the restaurant are delicious, whether it's pastries, ice cream, or fruit, all displaying creativity.5. The non-alcoholic drinks are excellent, providing a great option for those who do not enjoy alcohol.Furthermore, the restaurant may have some areas for improvement:1. The meat dishes at the restaurant seem to be less impressive than the seafood dishes, especially the wagyu beef dish, which is not cooked to perfection, failing to highlight the characteristics of wagyu beef.2. The sea urchin and waffle dish show great creativity in combining Asian and European ingredients. However, the waffle seems too soft and cannot effectively hold the uni; I almost dropped the uni while eating. Moreover, both the waffle and uni have a heavy sweet taste and soft texture, lacking impact. Perhaps replacing them with different bread and uni combinations would be better.3. While each seafood dish has excellent flavor, the seasoning and presentation seem somewhat repetitive, giving a sense of redundancy. Perhaps experimenting with more diverse elements and variations would be beneficial.4. The restaurant does not offer bread, a common feature in many European restaurants. Although bread may not be particularly expensive, I believe it is an essential part of French and many European restaurant cuisines. With bread, diners can dip it into the soup, creating a special dining experience and balancing the flavors of some heavier dishes.In conclusion, it was a very enjoyable dining experience. I hope the restaurant regains its Michelin star status in 2024 and continues to explore the path of fusion cuisine, breaking through the limitations of traditional rating systems and textbooks, and continuing to be a representative of New York cuisine and a unique restaurant in the world.“
“Ambience was wonderful, service was great, drinks were delicious, food was lackluster. Something was missing. We found a few dishes without the proper seasoning, needing salt or acid. There were highlights- risotto was perfect, agnolotti hit every mark. Nevertheless, it was a good visit and we would love to go back when in NYC again.“
“Our dinner at The Capital Grille was fantastic. The atmosphere was perfect...sophisticated, elegant, comfortable, and designed to accommodate pleasant conversation without having to raise one's voice to be heard. The staff were wonderful, patient, and caring in all areas...personal presentation, listening carefully, speaking in professionally-friendly tones, accommodating reasonable requests, delivering orders in an efficient manner and making the food visually attractive. One of our entrees was seafood and the other was beef. Both were made and delivered at the exactly correct temperature and level of "done-ness". The desserts were absolutely delicious as well. Our meals were perfect in taste and in volume. We celebrated a birthday at my table and the staff was generous in providing an unexpected and beautiful dessert made especially for our occasion. Our table consisted of good friends who hadn't seen each other in a long while, so our conversation was important to us. The staff respected our "space" and we never felt rushed or pressured. We were thrilled with the whole experience and felt that it was worth the price that we paid.“
“The service was amazing! Our server Jay went above and beyond what was expected. The onion soup was delicious. The perfect amount of cheese and the perfect saltiness. I ordered the 2 course plat. I had the soup and the beef tenderloin and fries. Delicious. The special dessert of the day was their bourbon bread pudding with butter pecan ice cream. All I can say is Yum!!“
“A surprise birthday dinner at 11 Madison Park.And … yes for all those who are vegan, vegetarian and those who are open minded about culinary inventions, do go to this place at least once! What an experience, from the minute you sit down from the bar to the dining table, the service is impeccable, the atmosphere is one of excitement, relaxed and fun at the same time. The wine pairing is amazing. I had the best wines with our meal.The food is simply mind blowing; delicate,decadent, beautifully prepared and presented. You just keep eating and drinking non stop, the dishes just keep coming. Highly highly recommended!!“
“Brazilian/Portuguese fine dining experience. I m glad I chose this place. It was magical. It was stunning. Amazing team work from top to bottom. It was open kitchen and that was something I really enjoyed. It was always interesting to witness everyone worked together as a team. Anyway I have to point it out that our server really listened. Navy terms, we call it "attention to details." Special occasion details were not provided when the reservation was made. Yet he figured out the special occasion and improvised accordingly. A surprising treat was served at the end of the dinner. It was like something you would see from a TV show. For the food, the tasting menu was a symphony. A roller coaster ? I would say. The transitions of the flavor from mild to strong and strong to mild were just beautiful. Bravo to the chef. Thoughtfulness was what it was. In my opinion, Some courses were Japanese culture influenced but reconstruted with Brazilian flavored and modern techniques. They were just amazing. Art within art. The collaboration with Toma-L, a renowned painter from France, was a brilliant ideal. It took the dining experience to a whole new level. It is subjective, but I think I had the best dining experience ever. I really enjoyed it.“
“The view from this restaurant is absolutely amazing, offering a breathtaking panorama of Manhattan. They have a big market place to showcase their fresh daily seafood, including a variety of fishes, oysters,scallops, scampi, and Carabineros. The atmosphere is great, and the setting is perfect for socializing. If you don't mind the price, it's also a great place for a date. Scallop sashimi, zucchini stack, carabineros was delicious.“
“What an awesome meal. I absolutely loved this place. Innovative dishes and flavors, but very accessible. The noodle dishes were so good. I recommend trying multiple appetizers among your group. The entrees are an odd size - they're not small plates, but if you're hungry, they're a little small. So, I recommend getting one more entree than people in your group. Besides, you'll want to try everything on the menu. The pork dish for 2 is not really for 2. I probably would have had the whole thing by myself. ? Loved this place a lot.“
“Cliff notes: A must visit.THE GRILL is another Major Food Group fine dining establishment with a monument to the glory of mid-century luxe continental dining. Sitting within the historic Seagram Building, THE GRILL has in it more than just a restaurant—it bids one through a time machine to an age when elegance and sophistication reigned supreme.As you walk in, the dining room begins to gleam with its golden opulence—an ode to timeless design, distinguished by the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission. Since it was first opened 60 years ago, THE GRILL has celebrated outstanding cuisine, an incomparable landmark of beauty and heritage recognized for its splendid interiors.But The Grill is not all about the beautiful sceneries. This place defies description. Food becomes the message, and service perfection takes any form known. From the minute you alight from the car to the moment you step out of the restaurant, you are wrapped in an experience that seeks to satisfy all of your senses.The classic midcentury steakhouse vibe is special and best of the best in New York Ciry. But in the tradition-of-a-culinary-revival kind of way. The menu reads nothing short of a love letter to American fare: It's adorned with a most extensive selection of dry-aged steaks from the finest purveyors who are celebrated for the taste and quality of their meats. When customers wish to have a complete real-time interaction culinary experience, THE GRILL is always at the forefront, presenting all live table-side preparations as a display of culinary magic, directly placing customers in front of their eyes so they can take a first look for themselves at this wonder that unfolds in the kitchen.That all adds up to an experience that is nothing less than memorable—be it the grand setting, the exquisite food, or the impeccable service in THE GRILL. And for all those who visit New York City with a wish for something classic and full of finesse when it comes to steakhouse, THE GRILL awaits you.Thank me later ;)“
“High in the clouds atop the historic pine st building, Saga restaurant has one of the best views in the city.When we arrived up the elevator, we were greeted by the bar and served an aperitif treat from a selection of fruity or herbal flavors.We were then taken to our table. The menu is pretty straightforward with a couple of choices - we had a choice of entree (we chose the duck tagine which saga is famous for) and we could also add on a truffle risotto course.Our first bite was a foam topped abalone beautifully served in the shell. This was the followed by a bento box of fresh seafood and vegetable bites. The idea was a 'choose your own adventure' and combine the seafood on crackers, or lettuce leaves with sauces to your liking.We also had a foie gras dish, and a scallop pudding dish with caviar, bone marrow, and lobster in Singaporean chilli style, before the main event of the duck. Served family style, we had two large dishes of duck with vegetables and pancake style breads and sauces to make into wraps. I loved the interactivity but was slightly concerned I wouldn't have the best combination of flavors in every bite. The food was messy and needed a good wipe of my hands after!For dessert we enjoyed the ice cream and crumble.We also got the discovery wine pairing and every single pairing was spot on (which is rare for a long tasting menu).Great spot!“
“Amazing food, the spinach pie, greek expresso martini, and the vegetarian moussaka was beyond anything I’d imagine. The hostess Milena was beyond amazing, and the bartender Fausto was very attentive. I will make sure the Citi team is aware about this place.Definitely will be back!“
“Passing by we noticed the lovely holiday decorations (which were even nicer inside). Made a reservation for dinner and arrived early for a drink at the bar. The whole experience was great - friendly service, great cocktails (amazing selection of Bourbon), good food and all in a cozy atmosphere. Would definitely return if in NY again and would certainly recommend! Thanks for a wonderful dinner on our last night in the city!“
“The ingredients matter. Chef Guo uses the best organic & fresh ingredients to cook them to their best natural flavor. I love the magic he does with these ingredients. The presentation and restaurant decor just put his cuisine to the next level! Highly recommend this place to folks who appreciate nature, organic and yummy food and fine cooking skills.“
“This restaurant is pricey, however, the service and food were both exceptional. The menu was extremely interesting with some items not usually found on the usual menu. We had our dinner prior to the performance and returned during the first intermission for dessert. The table was the same and dessert was there waiting for us. It is a wonderful restaurant and worth trying.“
“A bit overpriced but much nicer than other restaurants. We had a lovely time and our waiter Tony was amazing. The steak we asked for was medium rare and it was a bit too cooked (more like medium to medium well, not red in the center anymore) but we hate to send steaks back as we know they simply throw those out. Otherwise, the taste and flavors were simply fantastic. Would visit again for an occasion!“
“Having been fortunate enough to enjoy meals at a number of phenomenal fine dining establishments, this stands amongst the best!The great company we enjoyed the meal with made it all the more special but the food experience was exquisite, without the awkward stuffiness of white tablecloth establishments… the tasting course was memorable, delicious, elegantly and lovingly crafted within eyeshot, and wonderfully put together. Stylishly served, with all of the staff authentically enthusing and describing dishes, and amplified by excellent wines lovingly paired by the friendliest of sommeliers.They also easily accommodated my wife’s pescatarian diet with delicious alternatives - the truffled buckwheat pasta was truly delicious, I had to steal some! The Wagyu beef was phenomenal and a real treat!This place is too new to have those pesky Michelin stars but they deserve them. I suspect getting a reservation here will get increasingly difficult, and deservedly so. Go now, while you can. And thank you to the whole team who prepared and served us such a wonderful dining experience.“
“Fantastic restaurant. The service was fantastic from the moment I arrived until leaving. My server was super kind and welcoming, and impressively quick at his job. From SF but unfortunately didn’t offer a name. Food was excellent and the venue is really nice, if only a little too noisy on a Friday night to have calm conversation since it’s so packed. Mood lighting makes everything better, and the prices are good for the experience we had (by NY standards at least). Perfect for a family or date dinner. Too dark and (at least on Friday) too noisy for serious table talk. I’d definitely come back as the food offerings were so unique and well prepared.Wheelchair accessibility: 85% of the spots will be too tight to navigate by wheelchair but the tables near the door would work okay.“
“My husband and I had one of the Best dining experience last night at Cafe Carmellini.The restaurant is so elegantly decorated, romantic for dates and also sophisticated for business meetings. We were warmly greeted by Mr. Banat. He took us to a table in the kitchen that was specially set up for our anniversary celebration. We got to see how the kitchen staffs work their magic. Chef Mr. Carmellini came to greet us and explained the entire menu to us, how often does that happen in such a fine dining establishment! One thing I value a lot is the drinks, their cocktails were craftily made, I want to say they were some of the BEST cocktails I ever had; they also have great Champagne selections. We order Oysters, blue-fin tuna, shrimp colonnata, wild-salmon and the black bass; I must say they were all beautifully presented and exceptional delicious! The lady who served us was nice and friendly.As first time customers we were felt privileged and were so pleased with the entire experience! Our gratitude to Café Carmllini and their wonderful staffs for such a beautiful anniversary celebration!“
“I've wanted to come here for the longest time.Since we had an event downtown, I decided to get us a reservation afterwards. Thanks to AMEX, I requested to sit under the atrium overlooking the inside of the hotel floors, while there's never a guarantee I appreciate they were able to accommodate the great views and seat us so quickly upon arriving! It was a really busy night too!We ordered two rounds of drinks, no food, although it looked and smelled wonderful. We walked around the inside after closing out our tab.It's a really unique experience, beautiful place and great atmosphere!(See Photos section for pictures)“
“We arrived for a Banksy exhibit a bit early. we noticed this establishment close by. This place is a hidden gem! The breakfast was amazing. The service was second to none. The place is wonderfully decorated and just a pleasure from beginning to end. Great food, great service and quite friendly on the wallet!! We will definitely be returning! Thank you Society!!!“
“We dined here twice in a few months, and I can't wait to go back very soon (they change their menu quite frequently). Every dish was executed with perfection, every bite melted in my mouth. Perfect amount of food for each course and overall. Chef is humble and charming. Service is personalized. They deserve two Michelin stars, and the Michelin guide should be ashamed for not awarding them one.“
“Laundromat Fulgurances is a culinary adventure playground. The rotating chefs bring a diverse range of flavors and techniques to the table, ensuring a one-of-a-kind dining experience every time. The service is warm and friendly, and the wine list offers something for everyone. This is a true gem of a restaurant!“
“This is a new generation fine dining which is unpretentious, low key and focused on food. The ambiance is romantic and tasteful, you totally forget you just had to step over a couple of crackheads on the street on the way here (in the end it is LES, not the best place to sport your diamonds).The celebrity former "teen chef" Flynn has definitely done amazing job and gained his name in the industry. At the same time he is very approachable and you will most probably see him bringing one-two courses to your table.We tried Flora menu ($155 for 8 courses) which was vegetarian and mostly delicious but I had higher expectations. I loved probably 3 savory courses, the dessert was good but a bit too sweet and rich on dairy.The amount of food was good and we didn't leave overstuffed (but we are both thin ladies), an average American man might still want to go get some pizza afterwards:)The service was very friendly and nice, execept one faux-pas when a waiter poured my sparkling wine in the same glass whivh I had tried a white wine from. Their wines by glass are very reasonably priced btw. Overall verdict- definitely worth a visit if you love fine dining and have funds to spend.Vegetarian options: The whole Flora menu was vegetarian“
“Food is ok, not spectacular as I had expected from previous reviews. The tomato was very good, but the rest was not very tasty. Service was great, the waiter’s was very attentive. The chair was badly worn and is in need of some tlc. It was not very busy when I was there.“
“This was my second time at Blackbarn and it was phenomenal! From the staff and service to the food, no detail was overlooked and I truly felt welcomed and at home. Our server made sure that we were happy with all of our appetizers (I highly recommend the Johnny Cakes and both the tuna and Wagyu tartare), and that our glasses were never empty of sparkling rosé. The food was truly delicious - the steak in my sandwich was cooked just the way I like it - and I wish I had two stomachs so I could have eaten more! A great place to bring family, friends, a date - will definitely be back!“
“i'm surprised this place doesn't have more reviews and haven't really been talked about. i've been eyeing this spot since they put up signs late last year and one day, they just opened. with it being pretty empty most of the day, i didn't expect much but wow, this spot is really great! i wish there were more QGK's in the city bc i find myself craving their bowls. decently priced, great flavors, healthy and fresh, what more can you ask for from a fast casual spot? i usually go for their steak bowl over quinoa or brown rice with the broccoli and brussel sprouts and it is SO good! their kale caeser is also saucy, and caeser-y and soo good! their beets and bean ceviche are great as well -- you really can't go wrong! inside is super clean and bougie lookin but the prices are no different than any other fast casual spot in the area. i highly recommend over cava, sweetgreen, dig, etc.! give them a try, you won't regret it! pro tip: i recommend ordering through their website vs a third party platform as 1) it's cheaper and 2) they tend to forget certain items if not through their site.“
“Q44 is a very chilled spot. And affordable prices. This is a great place to just chill and laugh. They play a little bit of everything. For no one to feel left out music wise. The customer service is amazing they check up on you many times to make sure everything is good. The hookah is good depending on who makes it. But it’s a vibe. So check it out and I hope you enjoy it.“
“Overall experience was awesome! Ret and the gentleman who was shadowing were both extremely professional, courteous, and polite. They helped my wife with her decision on dinner and made it very easy for us to enjoy our anniversary. Food was delicious as well.“
“The food drinks serviced, live music and ambience was excellent. We had the octopus which was perfectly cooked an seasoned and the bbq bourbon meatballs which were fantastic. The best salad was beautifully platted and tasted just as good. The drinks were very good. We had the eve elizyr non alch, Garden of Eden and 37th west.“
“Staple NYC steakhouse! Visited on a Thursday evening after work. Lovely holiday decorations and music. Sat upstairs, very comfy booth, super friendly waiter (gave us complimentary champagne).Food was delicious, some of the best mashed potatoes I've ever had. The cream spinach was very lack luster though! Lamb was flavorful and tender, lobster bisque was super creamy.“
“This establishment offers an incredible interior reminiscent of old Tokyo, akin to stepping into a time machine. The service is attentive and friendly. Authentic Kaiseki experience. Personal favorites include the unagi rice and strawberry shortcake.“
“This is definitely a Michelin star quality restaurant. Outstanding service, delicious menu. And if you like Tiramisu, you will not be disappointed. This place has the world’s absolute best Tiramisu. I don’t want to ruin your surprise, so I will not describe it. Just try it and let me know what you think.“
“Took a hour ride to Jersey just to have a beautiful steak dinner and I can honestly say we were not disappointed. The food was delicious and anything the server could have done he ensured he did to make our night amazing. I would definitely be back for the loaded mash and the calamari DELICIOUS !“