I came here last week. This place is ok atmosphere is good and social. I had the pasta which was ok. There was a buildup by my friend to come here. The Red Cat is closing towards the end of this month so try to come in before the my do.
Roopali M.
$24 for a glass of wine. Beware! Otherwise great spot. Also unnecessarily snotty bartender. No need, baby! He's not an asset for the joint. Too bad.
Carrie R.
Oh my goodness this was an amazing lunch. We headed over from the Javits Center. Glad we had a reservation. I thoroughly enjoyed their butternut squash soup but the real stand out was the Croque Monsieur sandwich.... the bread, the ham the cheese.... splendid! My colleagues thoroughly enjoyed the shrimp tacos which looked beautiful. Definitely a good spot!
Hannah M.
I really wanted to like this place more than I did, considering the amazing reputation. While the interior and service is what you would expect, the pork entree wasn't a stand out. The green beans lacked salt and were paired with a overly sweet sauce. Considering the money you pay, I expected a more memorable meal.
Ali K.
Cannot believe this place is closing. Such a major loss to good cuisine in Chelsea. I'm really sad about it. Regardless. I've had dinner here three times and each time has been memorable. Service is immaculate. The space can sometimes be a wee bit cramped and the prices are nothing to sneeze at but the quality is always reliably spot on. The tempura beans are a favourite amongst my friends for appetisers... I've tried the calf liver which is filling and rich. Also have tried the salmon which is quite good and lightly done usually. The Organic roast chicken sits on a bed of vegetables and cream sauce. I still wish this place could continue on. We will miss it.
Michael N.
Went to the Red Cat for drinks with a lady friend after checking out the Highline. I got caught in between lunch ending and dinner beginning. Fortunately for us they're as a bar menu with a limited selection of items. We had burgers medium with guyere cheese with deep fried potato chips which were excellent. The biggest surprise was the Rose the bartender suggested. It was amazing. We scarfed down about 2 glasses each and each glass were $15 a pop ... ouch.. Anyway it was worth it. Check it out on a weekend day. I'm sure it will be a great experience.
Linda D.
We were a little early for our reservation. So we sat by the bar, ordered drinks, and before you know it, our table was ready. We were seated and immediately greeted by our waitress! We ordered steak tartare, fried calamari and the Skate! Everything was really delicious! Service was excellent! We are in the neighborhood often, so we would most definitely return!
Danielle L.
The food was wonderful and the restaurant was very accommodating to dietary restrictions. I got the salmon and was surprised by how small the portion was. Definitely get an appetizer if you are hungry. The restaurant is lively and a fun place to dine.
Bailey A.
Hadn't heard of this place until a friend recommended it as they have a lot of healthy dishes. I had an interesting but tasty drink. I can't remember the full name but it was the blueberry something. It was sweet and then had a spice to it. It gave you a kick in the back of your throat. Not my typical drink but pretty good. We both had the pork chop. It was really good and cooked really well. For an appetizer I had the watermelon, tomato, goat cheese salad. Oh my word. Two of my favorite things- watermelon and goat cheese. I never thought about putting them together but it was so good! The server was really great and helpful. She gave her opinion about the dishes and was very attentive. My only complaint is the price. It was a little overpriced for me. Good food but 16 for 4 small pieces of watermelon and a few dollops of goat cheese is a little much.
Jessica D.
Like other yelpers, we had high hopes when trying The Red Cat on a Friday night. We had been here once before about three years ago, and hadn't been too impressed with the food. But, being new to the neighborhood, and needing a new neighborhood spot after Trestle closed (too sad!), we decided to give it another go. The room is large and comfortable, not too loud, and with good energy. The service was excellent, professional and caring. We ordered a beautiful Burgundy from the wine list, and six dishes to share since we were starving. But though nothing we ordered was truly terrible, each dish was a disappointment. The best of the bunch was the tempura green beans, but the dipping sauce tasted like it came out of a jar. I swear we were serving the very same crispy calamari salad at a restaurant I worked at on Long Island - and that was twenty years ago! In fact, a lot of the dishes seemed tired, the menu in serious need of an update. The zucchini salad was an embarrassment to the chef - it was under-seasoned, and oil it was flash cooked in tasted old and slightly rancid. The hanger steak was okay. The pasta with duck was amateurish. We spent a lot of money there and not one thing stood out, except dessert - an apricot tart that was truly delicious. So, we are back on the prowl for a neighborhood haunt - service and ambiance were not enough to save The Red Cat from mediocre food.
We went there on a Wednesday night and the place was peacefully packed. The hostess was extremely pleasant upon our arrival and accommodated our party as we had several requests. The service was great, the sommelier was very knowledge and helped us pick a tasty, elegant and affordable wine for the table. We ordered the tempura green beans (a must and good for sharing) to start. For entrees, we ordered the hangers steak, pork chop and a side of orzo mac and cheese. My only negative was the orzo needed a bit more salt, which was a small price to pay for our delicious, perfectly prepared entrees (steak & pork). I would highly recommend getting the pork chop (you are missing out if you don't) as it was a delicious flavor-balanced dish. Overall it was an absolutely lovely evening and an awesome meal. We will most certainly be back!
Dawn M.
#aboutlastnight Seriously one of the best meals I've had in a while. The food is just as amazing as it was 10 years ago. Salmon tartare, endive salad, salmon on bed of corn & snap peas and orzo Mac n cheese. Delicious. Paired with a delightful Sicilian Pinot noir - #Archineri
Vanessa S.
Came here because I was looking for a quick brunch spot in the area, and stumbled into the Red Cat. I have to admit I was very happy they could accommodate us without a reservation and service was prompt even though the place was buzzing. We had the restaurant week menu since it seem to be a better bang for the buck (also I had no idea it was RW as well.) while we did have a assortment of different foods none really popped out to me as this was the best I ever had... but the Chicken Liver and Foie Gras Terrine was absolutely phenomenal! The Chilled Corn Soup was just boring, Mezzelune I wish had more than 5 ravioli and it just felt average, the Grilled Sweet Potato was probably a solid dish I only would complain for more mushrooms, and the french toast while the bread I think alright it was too sweet overall. Overall this place was alright, and if your in the area you should try it.
Karin Magnuson
Delicious brunch - we split the duck hash and the double cheeseburger. Yum! Service was friendly and prompt and the restaurant has a charming decor.
Tony T.
We came in for lunch with a party 10. It wasn't very busy but the service seemed a bit slow, still. But it wasn't terribly long or anything - just slow. The food is where the rating gets deducted. Out of 10 plates, only one person found theirs seasoned to their liking. Everyone else had food that was either too salty, or had barely any salt at all. I ordered the special which was shredded pork on 3 flour tortillas garnished with a whole grilled spring onion. Unfortunately I had to get extra sauce just to get some more flavor. I also ordered the homemade gingerale which was delicious. Unfortunately, the ginger comes minced rather than grated or strained, so be careful when sipping or else you might choke on one.
I came here last week. This place is ok atmosphere is good and social. I had the pasta which was ok. There was a buildup by my friend to come here. The Red Cat is closing towards the end of this month so try to come in before the my do.
$24 for a glass of wine. Beware! Otherwise great spot. Also unnecessarily snotty bartender. No need, baby! He's not an asset for the joint. Too bad.
Oh my goodness this was an amazing lunch. We headed over from the Javits Center. Glad we had a reservation. I thoroughly enjoyed their butternut squash soup but the real stand out was the Croque Monsieur sandwich.... the bread, the ham the cheese.... splendid! My colleagues thoroughly enjoyed the shrimp tacos which looked beautiful. Definitely a good spot!
I really wanted to like this place more than I did, considering the amazing reputation. While the interior and service is what you would expect, the pork entree wasn't a stand out. The green beans lacked salt and were paired with a overly sweet sauce. Considering the money you pay, I expected a more memorable meal.
Cannot believe this place is closing. Such a major loss to good cuisine in Chelsea. I'm really sad about it. Regardless. I've had dinner here three times and each time has been memorable. Service is immaculate. The space can sometimes be a wee bit cramped and the prices are nothing to sneeze at but the quality is always reliably spot on. The tempura beans are a favourite amongst my friends for appetisers... I've tried the calf liver which is filling and rich. Also have tried the salmon which is quite good and lightly done usually. The Organic roast chicken sits on a bed of vegetables and cream sauce. I still wish this place could continue on. We will miss it.
Went to the Red Cat for drinks with a lady friend after checking out the Highline. I got caught in between lunch ending and dinner beginning. Fortunately for us they're as a bar menu with a limited selection of items. We had burgers medium with guyere cheese with deep fried potato chips which were excellent. The biggest surprise was the Rose the bartender suggested. It was amazing. We scarfed down about 2 glasses each and each glass were $15 a pop ... ouch.. Anyway it was worth it. Check it out on a weekend day. I'm sure it will be a great experience.
We were a little early for our reservation. So we sat by the bar, ordered drinks, and before you know it, our table was ready. We were seated and immediately greeted by our waitress! We ordered steak tartare, fried calamari and the Skate! Everything was really delicious! Service was excellent! We are in the neighborhood often, so we would most definitely return!
The food was wonderful and the restaurant was very accommodating to dietary restrictions. I got the salmon and was surprised by how small the portion was. Definitely get an appetizer if you are hungry. The restaurant is lively and a fun place to dine.
Hadn't heard of this place until a friend recommended it as they have a lot of healthy dishes. I had an interesting but tasty drink. I can't remember the full name but it was the blueberry something. It was sweet and then had a spice to it. It gave you a kick in the back of your throat. Not my typical drink but pretty good. We both had the pork chop. It was really good and cooked really well. For an appetizer I had the watermelon, tomato, goat cheese salad. Oh my word. Two of my favorite things- watermelon and goat cheese. I never thought about putting them together but it was so good! The server was really great and helpful. She gave her opinion about the dishes and was very attentive. My only complaint is the price. It was a little overpriced for me. Good food but 16 for 4 small pieces of watermelon and a few dollops of goat cheese is a little much.
Like other yelpers, we had high hopes when trying The Red Cat on a Friday night. We had been here once before about three years ago, and hadn't been too impressed with the food. But, being new to the neighborhood, and needing a new neighborhood spot after Trestle closed (too sad!), we decided to give it another go. The room is large and comfortable, not too loud, and with good energy. The service was excellent, professional and caring. We ordered a beautiful Burgundy from the wine list, and six dishes to share since we were starving. But though nothing we ordered was truly terrible, each dish was a disappointment. The best of the bunch was the tempura green beans, but the dipping sauce tasted like it came out of a jar. I swear we were serving the very same crispy calamari salad at a restaurant I worked at on Long Island - and that was twenty years ago! In fact, a lot of the dishes seemed tired, the menu in serious need of an update. The zucchini salad was an embarrassment to the chef - it was under-seasoned, and oil it was flash cooked in tasted old and slightly rancid. The hanger steak was okay. The pasta with duck was amateurish. We spent a lot of money there and not one thing stood out, except dessert - an apricot tart that was truly delicious. So, we are back on the prowl for a neighborhood haunt - service and ambiance were not enough to save The Red Cat from mediocre food.
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We went there on a Wednesday night and the place was peacefully packed. The hostess was extremely pleasant upon our arrival and accommodated our party as we had several requests. The service was great, the sommelier was very knowledge and helped us pick a tasty, elegant and affordable wine for the table. We ordered the tempura green beans (a must and good for sharing) to start. For entrees, we ordered the hangers steak, pork chop and a side of orzo mac and cheese. My only negative was the orzo needed a bit more salt, which was a small price to pay for our delicious, perfectly prepared entrees (steak & pork). I would highly recommend getting the pork chop (you are missing out if you don't) as it was a delicious flavor-balanced dish. Overall it was an absolutely lovely evening and an awesome meal. We will most certainly be back!
#aboutlastnight Seriously one of the best meals I've had in a while. The food is just as amazing as it was 10 years ago. Salmon tartare, endive salad, salmon on bed of corn & snap peas and orzo Mac n cheese. Delicious. Paired with a delightful Sicilian Pinot noir - #Archineri
Came here because I was looking for a quick brunch spot in the area, and stumbled into the Red Cat. I have to admit I was very happy they could accommodate us without a reservation and service was prompt even though the place was buzzing. We had the restaurant week menu since it seem to be a better bang for the buck (also I had no idea it was RW as well.) while we did have a assortment of different foods none really popped out to me as this was the best I ever had... but the Chicken Liver and Foie Gras Terrine was absolutely phenomenal! The Chilled Corn Soup was just boring, Mezzelune I wish had more than 5 ravioli and it just felt average, the Grilled Sweet Potato was probably a solid dish I only would complain for more mushrooms, and the french toast while the bread I think alright it was too sweet overall. Overall this place was alright, and if your in the area you should try it.
Delicious brunch - we split the duck hash and the double cheeseburger. Yum! Service was friendly and prompt and the restaurant has a charming decor.
We came in for lunch with a party 10. It wasn't very busy but the service seemed a bit slow, still. But it wasn't terribly long or anything - just slow. The food is where the rating gets deducted. Out of 10 plates, only one person found theirs seasoned to their liking. Everyone else had food that was either too salty, or had barely any salt at all. I ordered the special which was shredded pork on 3 flour tortillas garnished with a whole grilled spring onion. Unfortunately I had to get extra sauce just to get some more flavor. I also ordered the homemade gingerale which was delicious. Unfortunately, the ginger comes minced rather than grated or strained, so be careful when sipping or else you might choke on one.