The food was not great , my potatoes soup was tasteless , halibut was dry . Not what we expected
Jackie
Felt very crowded, noise level too loud, service was very spotty but pleasant when serving, the two specials, aged rib eye steak and diver, were way overpriced for quality received. Would like to be more positive because the servers did truly try to be attentive.
J
All in all, a very delightful restaurant. The food was delicious (halibut for the main course), the service was friendly, helpful, and respectful, and the ambiance was similar to what you find in upscale Italian restaurants in Rome. We enjoyed it very much.
Geoffrey
This is a lovely space, mural-covered walls, exceptional service. The problem is the food is really just average. A truffle custard was overpowering with truffle, leaving little else on palate to experience with pleasant albeit oddly grainy texture, the smoked burrata was similarly smoke-heavy and paired with supermarket-quality mortadella that was presented as thick as bologna. The venison with paparadelle was tender but heavy and, again, unsubtly seasoned with very little in way of fresh herbs. Better maybe for a mid-winter evening. The pasta was well prepared but should have been thinner and much more delicate. Avoid this dish. Cocktails were well balanced. Service was kind and attentive and professional. It is expensive for what it is, but it did feel like an oasis of calm and beauty and sophistication in a busy city.
Alden
The Leopard is ever on my short list of favorite NYC restaurants - impeccable decor, excellent food and lovely service. I cannot recommend it highly enough!
Penny
We've eaten at Leopard des Artistes many times. The quality of food never disappoints. This is not your regular Italian pizza and pasta place. They have a varied menu of meat, fresh fish and homemade pastas. Service is very good. This restaurant is very high quality with a nice atmosphere. A table next to us was very noisy last night, so it was difficult to hear. Two of our dining partners enjoyed the fish last night. I had the seafood risotto and it was very good.
Albert
A special evening with special friends in town. We always feel lucky to be able to have that at The Leopard. We were extremely well taken care of. So comfortable and enjoyable. The food and drink were absolutely delicious.
Susan
Fabulous and attentive service. Classic and traditional and beautifully prepared Italian dishes. Very good menu with options for all. Highly recommend!
Peter
One of the best NYC restaurant dinners in recent memory. The Vitello Tonato was the best we have ever had and we live in Italy part time.
E G
I used to love this place as a treat. Now I find it unreliable and over priced for the quality of the not so special food. I’ve been twice in the last 6 months. On one occasion, I had a martini that was undrinkable and had to request someone mix a new one. On the other the tuna tartare was so over salted that we had to send it back. We were disappointed enough not to order entrees. We finished our drinks and appetizers and went elsewhere in the neighborhood to finish dinner. I’m hoping managment can turn it back around.
Close to perfection. Wine pricing by the glass per oz somewhat annoying. Overall testing price limits for good food and service.
Scott R. Talkington
My wife and I went to NYC to see the next to last day of the John Singer Sargent in Paris exhibition at the Met. My wife had read a book about Carly Simon and Jackie Kennedy Onassis having lunch at the Leopard at des Artistes. Otherwise, I would have never heard of it. (Sorry for the lengthy introduction).
Our dinner was spectacular!! I had the Dover Sole and my wife had a chicken dish. Both were spectacular. Gabriella, our server, couldn’t have been nicer, nor the staff.
The murals were great!! Painted in the 1920’s. Very historic and the ambiance is very nice!!
Unfortunately, lunch is only available on weekends. Can’t wait to go back!!!!
Scott Talkington
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alok
Always amazing! Excellent service and incredible food. The Sunday BYOB option is great because we can dig in to our cellar for some gems to enjoy with the delectable food.
Thomas
A very nice Sunday lunch that offered three menus, Restaurant Week, Brunch and a full al la carte lunch menu. Food service and ambiance with a jazz combo we all excellent.
Dennis
Sat outside on a warm NY evening. The food was delicious, the wine was great, and the staff was attentive. Overall, a wonderful experience. Dennis
The food was not great , my potatoes soup was tasteless , halibut was dry . Not what we expected
Felt very crowded, noise level too loud, service was very spotty but pleasant when serving, the two specials, aged rib eye steak and diver, were way overpriced for quality received. Would like to be more positive because the servers did truly try to be attentive.
All in all, a very delightful restaurant. The food was delicious (halibut for the main course), the service was friendly, helpful, and respectful, and the ambiance was similar to what you find in upscale Italian restaurants in Rome. We enjoyed it very much.
This is a lovely space, mural-covered walls, exceptional service. The problem is the food is really just average. A truffle custard was overpowering with truffle, leaving little else on palate to experience with pleasant albeit oddly grainy texture, the smoked burrata was similarly smoke-heavy and paired with supermarket-quality mortadella that was presented as thick as bologna. The venison with paparadelle was tender but heavy and, again, unsubtly seasoned with very little in way of fresh herbs. Better maybe for a mid-winter evening. The pasta was well prepared but should have been thinner and much more delicate. Avoid this dish. Cocktails were well balanced. Service was kind and attentive and professional. It is expensive for what it is, but it did feel like an oasis of calm and beauty and sophistication in a busy city.
The Leopard is ever on my short list of favorite NYC restaurants - impeccable decor, excellent food and lovely service. I cannot recommend it highly enough!
We've eaten at Leopard des Artistes many times. The quality of food never disappoints. This is not your regular Italian pizza and pasta place. They have a varied menu of meat, fresh fish and homemade pastas. Service is very good. This restaurant is very high quality with a nice atmosphere. A table next to us was very noisy last night, so it was difficult to hear. Two of our dining partners enjoyed the fish last night. I had the seafood risotto and it was very good.
A special evening with special friends in town. We always feel lucky to be able to have that at The Leopard. We were extremely well taken care of. So comfortable and enjoyable. The food and drink were absolutely delicious.
Fabulous and attentive service. Classic and traditional and beautifully prepared Italian dishes. Very good menu with options for all. Highly recommend!
One of the best NYC restaurant dinners in recent memory. The Vitello Tonato was the best we have ever had and we live in Italy part time.
I used to love this place as a treat. Now I find it unreliable and over priced for the quality of the not so special food. I’ve been twice in the last 6 months. On one occasion, I had a martini that was undrinkable and had to request someone mix a new one. On the other the tuna tartare was so over salted that we had to send it back. We were disappointed enough not to order entrees. We finished our drinks and appetizers and went elsewhere in the neighborhood to finish dinner. I’m hoping managment can turn it back around.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
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Close to perfection. Wine pricing by the glass per oz somewhat annoying. Overall testing price limits for good food and service.
My wife and I went to NYC to see the next to last day of the John Singer Sargent in Paris exhibition at the Met. My wife had read a book about Carly Simon and Jackie Kennedy Onassis having lunch at the Leopard at des Artistes. Otherwise, I would have never heard of it. (Sorry for the lengthy introduction).
Our dinner was spectacular!! I had the Dover Sole and my wife had a chicken dish. Both were spectacular. Gabriella, our server, couldn’t have been nicer, nor the staff.
The murals were great!! Painted in the 1920’s. Very historic and the ambiance is very nice!!
Unfortunately, lunch is only available on weekends. Can’t wait to go back!!!!
Scott Talkington
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Always amazing! Excellent service and incredible food. The Sunday BYOB option is great because we can dig in to our cellar for some gems to enjoy with the delectable food.
A very nice Sunday lunch that offered three menus, Restaurant Week, Brunch and a full al la carte lunch menu. Food service and ambiance with a jazz combo we all excellent.
Sat outside on a warm NY evening. The food was delicious, the wine was great, and the staff was attentive. Overall, a wonderful experience. Dennis
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