Excellent food - the best I have had in NYC so far! So many creative plates, had different tastes I have never experienced before. This place is a culinary germ.
Sarah Levy
Such an intentional place! From the food to the space with the garden to the service.. everything was delicious. Highly recommend!
Karime Saad
The food was amazing ! Every single dish is great, and I got 8 different dishes lol
Michael Klurfeld
Olmsted is the most consistently disappointing restaurant I go to. Everything is just not quite as good as it seems like it should be. I know a number of folks think of this place as an haute cuisine neighborhood gem, but I always think of it as that place where dishes fail to deliver on their ideas.
Revising this since I just went back and it was even worse than I'd remembered. It's very unfortunate.
Cecilia Oh
To my restaurant experience Olmsted has the most creative use of ordinary ingredients to totally unexpected tase and looking dishes. One example is shaved zucchini to a delicious pasta (-looking) dish. Another uniqueness in every dish was the sauce. I imagined that probably the chef tested with hundreds or more different ingredients to create a perfect sauce for each dish.
Elisabeth Sturges
The garden is beautiful and the restaurant is worth a visit just for that. However the food also did not disappoint. Each dish was unique and fresh, and service was impeccable. This was my second time here and I’ll definitely be returning
Amalia Fredericksen
So yummy! We came when they offered the 9th anniversary menu and the vegetarian options were delicious. Definitely recommend the tagliatelle and the tomato schnitzel! My cocktail was also very good. Every time I come here I love the unique menu and the quality is always superb :)
Kira Noodleman
A Fourth of July Love Letter Turned Ghosting Story
I’d love to tell you about the incredible dinner we had at Olmsted… but instead, I’m here to talk about the one we didn’t — despite having a confirmed reservation.
We showed up after the Yankees/Mets game for our reservation for my Mom's 74th birthday dinner, only to find Olmsted... closed. Lights off. Doors shut. Chairs upside down on tables. No sign, no email, no smoke signal. Google Maps still showed it open (another confused customer tried to walk in while my family was getting our bearings). My Resy reservation had been confirmed for weeks over email using a credit card, and confirmed via text the day before. What's even more irritating is that I now need to call them (except... there is no number on the website) to ensure they don't charge me the $25/head “no-show” fee.
I more than understand that life happens. Emergencies, fireworks, power outages — we're all doing our best. But the lack of communication? Extremely frustrating. A simple heads-up would’ve saved us 2 hours of stress.
Roma Dziembaj
Perfect place to celebrate an anniversary or special event!
Natalie Roberts-Tafur
The food creativity here is brilliant - every dish was a delicious surprise that showcased real culinary artistry. They were incredibly accommodating with food allergies, working enthusiastically with the kitchen to modify dishes without any compromise in quality. Service was fantastic and genuinely personable (shout out to Alex) Our server was knowledgeable and passionate about the food, making perfect recommendations. The chicken dish, carrot crepe, and scallops were all beyond phenomenal - each one perfectly executed and unforgettable. The chicken 3 ways is still on my mind! Olmsted combines technical excellence with warm hospitality. This is destination dining at its finest and I can’t wait to return!
The whole service was great, the food was fantastic. I didn't try all the drinks, but the ones I tried were impeccable. I loved the falafo, the escalopes, another delicious dish. The atmosphere seems good, except that day it was hot and I was on the patio, but other than that, everything was perfect. I have to go back to that place again.
ryansJ5549LS
Truly an amazing experience. Our server Linda was incredibly warm and attentive, and recommended my date and I order two of each course (snacks, appetizers, mains). EVERYTHING we ordered was a highlight. I especially loved the fried squash rings (I won't spoil the presentation, but trust me that when they hit the table you will be impressed). I also had two cocktails that were both fantastic. The atmosphere was really classy without being stuffy, and we noticed a really cozy outdoor patio area in the back. Highly recommend a visit, no matter which borough you're in!
paolaj432
Today was our first time at this restaurant. My husband and I walked in by chance and found it to be a gem! I can't believe how authentic they are. Thank you so much for everything. The food was incredible, as was the service and atmosphere. We will definitely be back.
787arinm
The service was outstanding- the staff were incredibly warm and welcoming! Mia took care of us and was so helpful throughout. Definitely try the squash rings and the scallops- both are must-haves.
Vitaslava N
This restaurant was a highlight of our trip. Everything is clearly made with care and top-quality ingredients—true farm-to-table cooking. We started with the fluke crudo, which was incredibly fresh and packed with flavor. Then came the chicken liver mousse pâté, which was so delicious and smooth it was almost addictive. One surprise hit was the cauliflower okonomiyaki—light, savory, and so well-balanced. The summer squash som-tom salad was also excellent—bright, refreshing, and ideal for a warm evening. We were pretty full by the end, but went for dessert anyway, and the chocolate mousse was absolutely worth it—light, fluffy, and deeply chocolaty. Even the cocktails were expertly crafted. And the service? Top-notch. Kevin, our server, was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed. Truly a memorable meal.
Excellent food - the best I have had in NYC so far! So many creative plates, had different tastes I have never experienced before. This place is a culinary germ.
Such an intentional place! From the food to the space with the garden to the service.. everything was delicious. Highly recommend!
The food was amazing ! Every single dish is great, and I got 8 different dishes lol
Olmsted is the most consistently disappointing restaurant I go to. Everything is just not quite as good as it seems like it should be. I know a number of folks think of this place as an haute cuisine neighborhood gem, but I always think of it as that place where dishes fail to deliver on their ideas.
Revising this since I just went back and it was even worse than I'd remembered. It's very unfortunate.
To my restaurant experience Olmsted has the most creative use of ordinary ingredients to totally unexpected tase and looking dishes. One example is shaved zucchini to a delicious pasta (-looking) dish. Another uniqueness in every dish was the sauce. I imagined that probably the chef tested with hundreds or more different ingredients to create a perfect sauce for each dish.
The garden is beautiful and the restaurant is worth a visit just for that. However the food also did not disappoint. Each dish was unique and fresh, and service was impeccable. This was my second time here and I’ll definitely be returning
So yummy! We came when they offered the 9th anniversary menu and the vegetarian options were delicious. Definitely recommend the tagliatelle and the tomato schnitzel! My cocktail was also very good. Every time I come here I love the unique menu and the quality is always superb :)
A Fourth of July Love Letter Turned Ghosting Story
I’d love to tell you about the incredible dinner we had at Olmsted… but instead, I’m here to talk about the one we didn’t — despite having a confirmed reservation.
We showed up after the Yankees/Mets game for our reservation for my Mom's 74th birthday dinner, only to find Olmsted... closed. Lights off. Doors shut. Chairs upside down on tables. No sign, no email, no smoke signal. Google Maps still showed it open (another confused customer tried to walk in while my family was getting our bearings). My Resy reservation had been confirmed for weeks over email using a credit card, and confirmed via text the day before. What's even more irritating is that I now need to call them (except... there is no number on the website) to ensure they don't charge me the $25/head “no-show” fee.
I more than understand that life happens. Emergencies, fireworks, power outages — we're all doing our best. But the lack of communication? Extremely frustrating. A simple heads-up would’ve saved us 2 hours of stress.
Perfect place to celebrate an anniversary or special event!
The food creativity here is brilliant - every dish was a delicious surprise that showcased real culinary artistry. They were incredibly accommodating with food allergies, working enthusiastically with the kitchen to modify dishes without any compromise in quality.
Service was fantastic and genuinely personable (shout out to Alex) Our server was knowledgeable and passionate about the food, making perfect recommendations.
The chicken dish, carrot crepe, and scallops were all beyond phenomenal - each one perfectly executed and unforgettable. The chicken 3 ways is still on my mind!
Olmsted combines technical excellence with warm hospitality. This is destination dining at its finest and I can’t wait to return!
Restaurantji Recommends
The whole service was great, the food was fantastic. I didn't try all the drinks, but the ones I tried were impeccable. I loved the falafo, the escalopes, another delicious dish. The atmosphere seems good, except that day it was hot and I was on the patio, but other than that, everything was perfect. I have to go back to that place again.
Truly an amazing experience. Our server Linda was incredibly warm and attentive, and recommended my date and I order two of each course (snacks, appetizers, mains). EVERYTHING we ordered was a highlight. I especially loved the fried squash rings (I won't spoil the presentation, but trust me that when they hit the table you will be impressed). I also had two cocktails that were both fantastic. The atmosphere was really classy without being stuffy, and we noticed a really cozy outdoor patio area in the back. Highly recommend a visit, no matter which borough you're in!
Today was our first time at this restaurant. My husband and I walked in by chance and found it to be a gem! I can't believe how authentic they are. Thank you so much for everything. The food was incredible, as was the service and atmosphere. We will definitely be back.
The service was outstanding- the staff were incredibly warm and welcoming! Mia took care of us and was so helpful throughout. Definitely try the squash rings and the scallops- both are must-haves.
This restaurant was a highlight of our trip. Everything is clearly made with care and top-quality ingredients—true farm-to-table cooking. We started with the fluke crudo, which was incredibly fresh and packed with flavor. Then came the chicken liver mousse pâté, which was so delicious and smooth it was almost addictive. One surprise hit was the cauliflower okonomiyaki—light, savory, and so well-balanced. The summer squash som-tom salad was also excellent—bright, refreshing, and ideal for a warm evening. We were pretty full by the end, but went for dessert anyway, and the chocolate mousse was absolutely worth it—light, fluffy, and deeply chocolaty. Even the cocktails were expertly crafted. And the service? Top-notch. Kevin, our server, was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed. Truly a memorable meal.
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