With its retro, 90s art gallery vibes, candlelit tables, polished silverware and excellent service, Michael’s is dripping with ambiance and is an ideal, quiet spot in the heart of the city. A small, albeit diverse menu should have something for everyone. Service was good, if a little slow and our waiter often seemed aloof. I was surprised to see how empty it was at 6 on a Saturday, but perhaps it gets busier in the evenings or during the week?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 3
D Martin
Wowed by the service and ambiance. The food was not super memorable unfortunately
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Kyle
It seems like making a reservation is the best idea. We visited for lunch, and it packed up quite quickly. The food was okay. The service was good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Butter and Warm Rolls
Sam
Ordered the burger and no way is it worth $40. It's tiny, and just average (not that much better than what you'd get at a regular diner). I asked for medium rare and got it well done. So disappointed with this place
brayden
Amazing service, great food, and a great vibe. Not many wines on the menu but the options were all excellent. The waiting staff was amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Donald Bowers
Great experience once again at the bar for lunch!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Michael’S Burger & Frites
Throoper
What a delightful dinner, with exceptional service and food. I'll be back for another Manhatten for sure.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Maha Alwabel
Post-graduation celebration restaurantThe food was very delicious and the dishes included a variety of steak, salmon, ravioli, as well as appetizers and saladThe dessert dishes are absolutely amazingIt was fun timesPrices are very reasonableThe service is great and everyone is courteous
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
morten bilet
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.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 5
Neil
Exceeded already high expectations. Excellent service, food and ambience. The only small issue is that it gets pretty loud when people start to arrive, but definitely not a deal breaker. Michael came around to our table, welcomed us and really made the entire experience that much more personal and special. He even interrupted his lunch to thank us on the way out. I will definitely be back. Thank you for a wonderful lunch, Michael.
The entire Staff is Extraordinary in every aspect of Style and Substance ??
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael O'Connor
I love this place for lunch. Very New York. Bright, not too loud, good food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cobb Salad
celine françois
Very nice, excellent
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tres Williams
Big fan of Michael's. Worked in the area for several years and had great business lunches a few times a year. Because I lived in a different part of the city, I never thought to try it for dinner. Recently, I was looking for a classic NYC fine dining restaurant in midtown good for families with kids for a family birthday celebration. A friend suggested we try Michael's and they delivered! The lovely hostess made it magical for our kids upon entry, we were treated with the table in the window, the food was fresh and tasty and the kids loved it! There is not a kids menu but they will do kids pasta, simple burger, steak, chicken, etc. One of our kids - the pickiest eater - ordered a butter pasta and said it was the best they ever had. We all tried it and agreed, had to order another!There is a pretty limited wine selection but all were very good. Beer selection could be improved. The classic room has been the setting for many business deals and I have fond memories of a few, enhanced by our recent family experience. Love the laid-back but first-class vibe and unpretentious service. Highly recommend!
With its retro, 90s art gallery vibes, candlelit tables, polished silverware and excellent service, Michael’s is dripping with ambiance and is an ideal, quiet spot in the heart of the city. A small, albeit diverse menu should have something for everyone. Service was good, if a little slow and our waiter often seemed aloof. I was surprised to see how empty it was at 6 on a Saturday, but perhaps it gets busier in the evenings or during the week?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 3
Wowed by the service and ambiance. The food was not super memorable unfortunately
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
It seems like making a reservation is the best idea. We visited for lunch, and it packed up quite quickly. The food was okay. The service was good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Butter and Warm Rolls
Ordered the burger and no way is it worth $40. It's tiny, and just average (not that much better than what you'd get at a regular diner). I asked for medium rare and got it well done. So disappointed with this place
Amazing service, great food, and a great vibe. Not many wines on the menu but the options were all excellent. The waiting staff was amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Great experience once again at the bar for lunch!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Michael’S Burger & Frites
What a delightful dinner, with exceptional service and food. I'll be back for another Manhatten for sure.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Post-graduation celebration restaurantThe food was very delicious and the dishes included a variety of steak, salmon, ravioli, as well as appetizers and saladThe dessert dishes are absolutely amazingIt was fun timesPrices are very reasonableThe service is great and everyone is courteous
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 5
Exceeded already high expectations. Excellent service, food and ambience. The only small issue is that it gets pretty loud when people start to arrive, but definitely not a deal breaker. Michael came around to our table, welcomed us and really made the entire experience that much more personal and special. He even interrupted his lunch to thank us on the way out. I will definitely be back. Thank you for a wonderful lunch, Michael.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Excellent all around.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The entire Staff is Extraordinary in every aspect of Style and Substance ??
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I love this place for lunch. Very New York. Bright, not too loud, good food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cobb Salad
Very nice, excellent
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Big fan of Michael's. Worked in the area for several years and had great business lunches a few times a year. Because I lived in a different part of the city, I never thought to try it for dinner. Recently, I was looking for a classic NYC fine dining restaurant in midtown good for families with kids for a family birthday celebration. A friend suggested we try Michael's and they delivered! The lovely hostess made it magical for our kids upon entry, we were treated with the table in the window, the food was fresh and tasty and the kids loved it! There is not a kids menu but they will do kids pasta, simple burger, steak, chicken, etc. One of our kids - the pickiest eater - ordered a butter pasta and said it was the best they ever had. We all tried it and agreed, had to order another!There is a pretty limited wine selection but all were very good. Beer selection could be improved. The classic room has been the setting for many business deals and I have fond memories of a few, enhanced by our recent family experience. Love the laid-back but first-class vibe and unpretentious service. Highly recommend!
Vegetarian options: A few tasty options.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Yellowfin Tuna Tartare, Chocolate Cake Gluten Free
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