Ambiance was great. Food was good and portions were reasonable. The team was attentive.read more

Dauiela is the best! kept our water full, our steak TASTY, and gave us ample amounts of ketchup and…read morechipotly aioli. Also a PERFECTLY seared fish (plus well cooked capers). would DEFINITELY go again. One catch - there could be more lights, but the staff helped us by giving us a second light, and showing us the ambience by changing the intensity of the light & color temperature. The staff were very helpful.

Disregard any reviews under 5 stars. This was the best dining experience of my life. Service was…read moreimpeccable, in particular Ramon our busser and Pablo our server. The manager Brendan Connaire came over to our table and made us feel like royalty. The decor is truly stunning and the same goes for their sister properties Lolita and Madame George. Not to mention the food, which was to die for. Cannot recommend the braised short rib enough. This is a must try.

I'm from New York and let me tell you something. I have eaten at thousands of restaurants in this…read morecountry. There's no comparison to my favorite restaurant Jerk and Jambalaya in Rehoboth Beach . The restaurant and Sintelle Taylor are excellent, excellent, excellent and did I say excellent. The food speaks for itself. The oxtails, the Mac and cheese, the greens the corn bread. Yes honey I will travel for great food. Listen up y'all restaurants, I will no longer be mistreated by bad and then asked for a tip. Jerk Jambalaya I support you and thank you for all you do. The standard has been raised . God bless you and your restaurant and team. Beautiful restaurant. Tell them Ms. Monique sent you.

As reservations go, this was hard but not as hard as Polo Bar or Carbone! One of my friends opened…read moreher TikTok and was trying to try their Monkey Bread so as a good friend, I booked it! Reservations open 2 weeks in advance around 10am and they go super fest so I recommend you try for the day you need as for me I could only have gotten brunch on a Sunday. Those people spam the crap out of their buttons for the dinner spots and when I went I can see why. The place is brimming with old school New York charm and it's completely overwhelmingly beautiful and has an old jazzy vibe to it. It's large and spacious and they sat us in the middle of the entire restaurant. (I had a group of 6) The vibe was so good you don't really want to leave and they also don't really kick you out. I think we were the last ones to exit for brunch but they were so nice they didn't kick us out. Their espresso martinis are ok. It wasn't as amazing as a regular cocktail bar but it is just ok. We started off with a shrimp cocktail, smoked whitefish Caesar salad and the two plates of truffle monkey bread which was soooo good. I really enjoyed this as it's the main reason we came here. It's almost like a honey dinner roll with truffle. We got everything next which some people got their own and some shared. Some people got their own American breakfast platter which was some overdone eggs and a meat with gigantic toast and if you only order scrambled eggs it comes in a bowl but I would much rather order their classics like steak sandwich and the spicy shrimp was pretty good! Fries are top tier! I can see why people just come here for dinner. I would give it mostly 5 stars for the overall ambiance and environment and a few classics. I think their old fashioned is better than their espresso martinis though even though it looks so good in this type of setting! It's hard to get a reservation though so next time I'll need to try some new things if I score another!

Go for lunch, easier to get a res! Wowed by the truffle…read morebread and mushrooms Ambiance is super moody, the restaurant is darkly lit, it's automatically night when you walk in. Menu - we got steak, truffle bread, chicken parm, fries, and a pasta - solid portions, always tasty, they're reliably delicious

They make that Burger that oozes juice down your hand with each bite!…read more Great place for a group or flying solo. They make a mean medium-rare blue cheese and bacon burger!! The service was very nice. I ate alone and was not hidden in some random corner. I'll be back!!

French Onion soup- 5 stars…read more Fries cooked with fish. Chicken sandwich with fries 4 stars (F)

Our group of 5 met here for Saturday lunch and were seated in the large covered dining room. I…read moreenjoyed the atmosphere, which reminded me of a garden atrium and felt serene. Waitstaff were excellent and all service was top notch. The food was prepared well and fresh. I enjoyed Cobb salad and other diners selected a Thai duck salad with papaya and mango, Caesar salad, crab cake, watercress soup, and crispy Canadian salmon with spring vegetables. Everyone enjoyed their selections.

Didn't check the reviews beforehand because we only intended to have drinks, but should've known…read morethat places like this are only for the atmosphere. We asked if we were able to just sit at a table for drinks, she said yes. The wine selection was minimal and not good, but we ordered 2 glasses anyway. We asked the server if we could order bread for our son. He said "I'll bring bread after you order food." We told him we were only there for drinks but were happy to pay for a bread order. He begrudgingly said okay. After being there 10 minutes, we decided we wanted an appetizer so went for the tuna crudo. Not did it taste awful, it didn't even look appealing. It also oddly came out with a massive piece of grilled bread?! Bizarre combo. Do yourself a favor and just sit in Bryant Park, don't waste your money here.

Such great vibes! The bartender was so friendly, she made me the most delicious pineapple…read moremargarita, will absolutely be returning!

The chicken schnitzel at The Independent is always a winner for me. I've had it in a few different…read moreforms here--in the past, they've served it with a vodka sauce, while this version came with more of a mustard-based sauce. Both have been delicious. The slab of chicken was thick and juicy, with a nicely seasoned, crispy breading, and the sauce complemented it really well. I thought I'd be hungry enough for a side, but it actually made for a satisfying standalone meal, especially with the greens on top. I was with a friend who had the burger with truffle fries, and she really enjoyed hers as well. As always, the service was quick, friendly, and reliable. Still one of my favorite restaurants in the city!

Friedman is an absolute must-visit if you are looking for an incredible burger in NYC. I honestly…read moredid not expect to be this impressed, but this ended up being one of the best burgers I have ever had -- and quite possibly the best burger of my life. I ordered the burger with cheese, and everything about it was perfect. The burger itself was THICK, incredibly juicy, and cooked beautifully. You could immediately tell that the meat was high quality, and knowing that they use Creekstone beef made it even better. The flavor was rich and beefy without being overwhelming, and every bite was incredibly satisfying. The patty had that perfect combination of a beautifully cooked exterior while still being extremely juicy and tender inside. And the bread deserves its own paragraph! The brioche-style bun was excellent. It was soft, slightly buttery, and substantial enough to hold the thick patty without falling apart or becoming soggy. It complemented the burger perfectly rather than taking away from the meat. The combination of the juicy Creekstone beef, melted cheese, and that excellent brioche-style bread was honestly phenomenal. What really stood out to me was how substantial the burger was. This wasn't one of those thin burgers where you finish it and immediately feel like you could eat another one. It was thick, hearty, juicy, and incredibly flavorful. Every bite felt like you were getting exactly what you want from a great burger. The fries were also excellent. I really appreciated that they weren't overly fried or greasy. They had a great texture and were crispy without feeling heavy or excessively oily. Sometimes fries can completely overwhelm a meal because they're so fried, but these were much more balanced and paired perfectly with the burger. Overall, Friedman absolutely exceeded my expectations. The burger, especially with the cheese, was outstanding, the Creekstone beef was incredibly flavorful, the brioche-style bun was excellent, and the fries were the perfect accompaniment. If you're in NYC and love burgers, this is a must-go-to. I would absolutely order this burger again and would highly recommend Friedman to anyone looking for a thick, juicy, high-quality burger. Easily one of the best burgers I've ever

Don't always believe Yelp reviews--especially coming from a Yelp Elite--so let's set the record…read morestraight! First off, just a quick note for anyone looking: this restaurant is not halal. Aside from that, we had a fantastic experience here at Friedmans Herald Square near Penn Station. They were playing Hilary Duff music, which was such a fun touch since they often match the vibe of whatever is happening at MSG! They even had special Hilary Duff mocktails. The atmosphere is super sweet and cozy. The restaurant was empty when we first walked in, but the second we sat down, it completely packed up! The waiter was very friendly, and even though they weren't able to split the check at the table, they did provide an itemized receipt to make figuring it out easy. The food was great overall--the Mac & Cheese bites and the corn were especially good! We also tried the cheesecake and molten cake. Plus, the neighbors sitting next to us were so sweet. A wonderful spot with a fun vibe!

I stopped by La Pecora Bianca on a Monday night, and the place was packed. I'll be honest -- I…read morewalked in fully expecting a long wait and was already mentally preparing to find a Plan B. But to my surprise, the host was able to seat me at their community table within just a couple of minutes. What a relief! Now, onto the important part -- the food. I started with a ginger lime soda, which was refreshing and the perfect way to kick things off. For my appetizer, I went with the whipped ricotta, and wow, it was creamy, light, and absolutely divine. For my main course, I ordered the chicken parmesan with homemade vodka sauce-doused pasta, and it did not disappoint. The chicken was perfectly cooked, the sauce was flavorful, and the homemade pasta elevated the whole dish to another level. Everything was absolutely fabulous. The whole time I was eating, I kept watching the waiters bring out dish after dish from the kitchen, and honestly, everything looked incredible. I was kicking myself for coming solo -- I wish I had been there with a group so we could have ordered more and shared! This is definitely a place you want to come to with friends so you can try a little bit of everything. I also have to shout out the service -- it was fast and attentive without ever being pushy. My server checked in at all the right moments and never made me feel rushed. It's that perfect balance where you feel well taken care of but can still enjoy your meal at your own pace. The ambiance is really fun and cool without being pretentious or overly trendy. I never felt out of place, which I really appreciated. It's the kind of spot where you can dress up or keep it casual and still feel right at home. One small note -- the lighting is on the darker side, so if you're someone who is sensitive to dim lighting, just be aware of that. Personally, I thought it added to the vibe. And can we talk about the prices? For New York City, this place is surprisingly reasonable, especially for Midtown. You're getting high-quality, delicious Italian food without the sticker shock that so many NYC restaurants come with. Bottom line: La Pecora Bianca is delicious, welcoming, and well-priced. I will absolutely be back -- and next time, I'm bringing friends.

Samantha is a very friendly and excellent waitress-- she does a fantastic job at taking care of you…read moredespite the crowded restaurant. -Vodka pizza was 100% amazing, love the sauce but needs extra mozzarella just a tad bit. Otherwise perfect. Loved it fresh and warm. -cacio e pepe: quality of ingredients was there, its a good balance but got dry and cold. I noticed other people ordered rigatoni so will try next. -ambiance is great, servers know their wine. -as an option in Bryant Park, definitely worth the time and money. I unfortunately didn't like how crowded it was, and how it lacked accommodations for last minute drop ins (there should be two tables for two people)-- however that was not in my control, just makes the experience difficult.

Came in on Sunday night for dinner with my wife. Started at the bar and had a couple of drinks…read more Bartender was welcoming and friendly. The espresso martini was on point. The place is quaint and comforting. Not loud at all. I ordered the Steak Frites. It was cooked perfectly and was very good. I don't usually get dessert but could not resist the Sticky Toffee Pudding. It was amazing. Service was fast and friendly. Highly recommend.

I came here for a corporate event. There is a lot of things I love about this place - amazing…read morecocktails, awesome bartenders, and pretty good gastropub style food. The ambiance is also fun, slightly dark and mysterious, without feeling overly romantic. Only minor dings is for their menu to be a bit more creative and maybe a little less darkness.

David was a fun, attentive and knowledgeable server. Geraldo was a fantastic bar tender and made…read morethe best drinks. The ambiance was a perfect setting for our bar hopping night. Definitely a great stop on our New York trip!

Great drinks and service! Love the atmosphere and David provides great service!!!!!!!read more