Casey, at the front desk, was terrific. I had made a reservation about 2 weeks before for 6:30 last night. I had to call her at 6 to say traffic on the WSH was horrendous and we would be about 20 minutes late. She said come ahead. We arrived about 20 minutes late. Casey welcomed us warmly and seated us 25 minutes later and explained that she wanted a better table for us as it was our anniversary . We had a great table in the middle of the action. Our waitress was friendly, efficient, with a sense of humor. Ford, great! Thanks ODEON for a lovely anniversary evening!
Roman Rabinovich
Food and service ate decent but the rush to get you out the door after 90 minutes is a bit too gauche.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Matthew Peterson
This space is an inspiration to humanity. Thank you. #2001
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
elaine moody
Loved every bite
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
It’s Me
It’s been a while since I have been to The Odeon. I remember the food as more refined in the past. Not sure what’s happening in the kitchen, but the frisée salad I used to love so much was drowned in its dressing and limp, and overly salty. Generally everything seemed a little heavy handed in its execution and tended toward the just okay. An $84 bottle of wine was forgettable. Ambiance is still fun, elegant and upbeat and I’m glad The Odeon has survived for so long. But given the prices they charge now, I would have wished for the quality to be higher.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Laurie
Great experience at The Odeon. Why have I never been here in all my trips to NYC over the decades? Keith McNally's memoir inspired this reservation. It was very cool to have so much inside information about the history of this establishment, the thought that went into every element of the place and food, and to think about all of the people who have passed through its doors. I got to thinking about my college days as a waitress, and what it would have been like to be part of the early staff. Anyway, the food was excellent, the atmosphere was lively and fun, the lighting was perfect, and it was appreciated by my colleagues for whom I had made the restaurant choice, and who had no idea about the history - they just enjoyed their burgers and onion soup! I will definitely be back, a new favorite.
Stephen
We have been to the Odean and also its sister Cafe Luxembourg for brunch. They are basically exactly the same. This is not a criticism we loved them both.
Drew Tomao
Staple NY restaurant. Packed at 10pm on a Thursday. Steak au poivre is amazing. Scallops were great as well
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
aneesha
French onion soup was amazing and so was the special. It was a bit tooooo dark which made the noise quite intense
Karin Bernstein
Iconic. Great place to break bread and enjoy the company of your favorite ppl!
Last evening was a cold wintery night, and with no outdoor seating -- The Odeon was packed -- people crowding the bar, waiting by the doorway, everyone eager to get in from the chill to eat and drink. But despite the rush, the whole place ran like a well-oiled machine. The hostesses were incredible, juggling the crowd with calm professionalism and genuine warmth, and the wait staff moved like a symphony -- perfectly in sync, gliding between tables, getting everyone seated, fed, and happy.
There's a reason The Odeon is a true New York institution. It's not just the timeless brasserie vibe or the consistently great food -- it's the exceptional team that keeps the energy high and the experience seamless, no matter how busy it gets.
If you want to experience that classic, bustling, downtown New York magic with the best fries in NYC -- The Odeon delivers, every single time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Shelley M.
The people working here are the loveliest!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Joe Kim
Great slice of Manhattan nostalgia with great decor and ambiance classic Humphrey Bogart Casablanca cocktail bar vibe!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Erica Schwartz
Sat outside with my 6-pound puppy and had the manager T complain the entire dinner to keep him on the ground away from the table. Table next to me had the same issue. Clearly the manager hates dogs or the spot is not dog friendly.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
Juan Cabañas
Don’t come with dogs, especially if they are gonna be in your lap. The restaurant policy explained by the manager doesn’t allow your dog to be on your lap.
Casey, at the front desk, was terrific. I had made a reservation about 2 weeks before for 6:30 last night. I had to call her at 6 to say traffic on the WSH was horrendous and we would be about 20 minutes late. She said come ahead. We arrived about 20 minutes late. Casey welcomed us warmly and seated us 25 minutes later and explained that she wanted a better table for us as it was our anniversary . We had a great table in the middle of the action. Our waitress was friendly, efficient, with a sense of humor. Ford, great! Thanks ODEON for a lovely anniversary evening!
Food and service ate decent but the rush to get you out the door after 90 minutes is a bit too gauche.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
This space is an inspiration to humanity. Thank you. #2001
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Loved every bite
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
It’s been a while since I have been to The Odeon. I remember the food as more refined in the past. Not sure what’s happening in the kitchen, but the frisée salad I used to love so much was drowned in its dressing and limp, and overly salty. Generally everything seemed a little heavy handed in its execution and tended toward the just okay. An $84 bottle of wine was forgettable. Ambiance is still fun, elegant and upbeat and I’m glad The Odeon has survived for so long. But given the prices they charge now, I would have wished for the quality to be higher.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Great experience at The Odeon. Why have I never been here in all my trips to NYC over the decades? Keith McNally's memoir inspired this reservation. It was very cool to have so much inside information about the history of this establishment, the thought that went into every element of the place and food, and to think about all of the people who have passed through its doors. I got to thinking about my college days as a waitress, and what it would have been like to be part of the early staff. Anyway, the food was excellent, the atmosphere was lively and fun, the lighting was perfect, and it was appreciated by my colleagues for whom I had made the restaurant choice, and who had no idea about the history - they just enjoyed their burgers and onion soup! I will definitely be back, a new favorite.
We have been to the Odean and also its sister Cafe Luxembourg for brunch. They are basically exactly the same. This is not a criticism we loved them both.
Staple NY restaurant. Packed at 10pm on a Thursday. Steak au poivre is amazing. Scallops were great as well
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
French onion soup was amazing and so was the special. It was a bit tooooo dark which made the noise quite intense
Iconic. Great place to break bread and enjoy the company of your favorite ppl!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Last evening was a cold wintery night, and with no outdoor seating -- The Odeon was packed -- people crowding the bar, waiting by the doorway, everyone eager to get in from the chill to eat and drink. But despite the rush, the whole place ran like a well-oiled machine. The hostesses were incredible, juggling the crowd with calm professionalism and genuine warmth, and the wait staff moved like a symphony -- perfectly in sync, gliding between tables, getting everyone seated, fed, and happy.
There's a reason The Odeon is a true New York institution. It's not just the timeless brasserie vibe or the consistently great food -- it's the exceptional team that keeps the energy high and the experience seamless, no matter how busy it gets.
If you want to experience that classic, bustling, downtown New York magic with the best fries in NYC -- The Odeon delivers, every single time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The people working here are the loveliest!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Great slice of Manhattan nostalgia with great decor and ambiance classic Humphrey Bogart Casablanca cocktail bar vibe!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sat outside with my 6-pound puppy and had the manager T complain the entire dinner to keep him on the ground away from the table. Table next to me had the same issue. Clearly the manager hates dogs or the spot is not dog friendly.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
Don’t come with dogs, especially if they are gonna be in your lap. The restaurant policy explained by the manager doesn’t allow your dog to be on your lap.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
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