Pastis is legendary because it helped teach New York what the Meatpacking District could become…read more When it opened in 1999, it was one of the engines of a neighborhood transforming from industrial edge into a place where fashion, nightlife, and all day dining could coexist. If Balthazar is Bergdorf Goodman, Pastis has always felt closer to Dover Street Market: younger, more creative, a little less formal, and completely fluent in downtown style. My first instinct was actually Barneys, which feels even more accurate on a vintage-adjusted basis, but using a departed institution to describe one that famously closed and then rose from the ashes felt almost too neat. Over the years, I've eaten here many times, both at the original location and since its revival with Stephen Starr, and it has never disappointed. The burger is excellent, I'm fairly certain I've had the steak frites and seafood here, and I still remember noticing someone else's lobster frites and immediately making a mental note for another visit. The people-watching is reliably first-rate, but so are the details that make Pastis unmistakably Pastis: the flowers, clocks, white tile, vintage mirrors, and beautifully worn finishes that have since been imitated by countless restaurants. What fascinates me now is the brand's arc. Pastis began as a pioneer in a Meatpacking District that was still gritty, neglected, and changing at extraordinary speed, then closed, returned with Stephen Starr as a partner, and began an entirely new chapter. That evolution feels fitting: McNally's original downtown instinct joined with a Philadelphia hospitality juggernaut, and a restaurant once associated with the frontier of a changing neighborhood has grown into a commercial pillar in vibrant markets well beyond New York. Few restaurants have influenced the visual language of modern brasserie dining as thoroughly while remaining this enjoyable to eat and drink at. Pastis now stretches into Washington, Nashville, and South Florida, with Miami already thriving and Palm Beach on the way, and I genuinely want to experience them all. There is something satisfying about watching a place that once helped make an overlooked neighborhood fashionable become a durable institution capable of anchoring destinations elsewhere. The Meatpacking original will always be the reference point for me.

A "kid friendly" restaurant was not something I spent a lot of time thinking about in my past life…read more But now it's so important to find great restaurants that have high chairs and are accommodating to toddlers. Pastis definitely checks that box! This was my second time at Pastis and it was just as delicious as the first time. We got shrimp cocktail, oysters, tartar, leeks, calamari... the bread is so excellent I would have been happy eating that all night. We all split burgers 4 ways. The fries are a better version of McDonalds (the highest compliment). We also got the bar steak, trout, confit, and half chicken, Of course, the profiteroles for dessert. Do not skip these! Great martinis, great service - an awesome restaurant to visit in Meatpacking!

Especially for visitors...worth the wait. Food aside, yes could be quite cramped but theres…read moresomething very lovely, charming, and "New York" about the inside. Best way put, there's a ton of personality on the inside. As for the food...everything was very very good. We got the waffle sandwich, Belgian waffle, caviar & steamed eggs, and a few croissants...Top to bottom everything was very good. We thoroughly enjoyed the entire experience of it all. Side note...add the croissant to your order...

Buvette was able to accommodate me for an early dinner shortly after my arrival in New York,…read morespecifically the West Village. Buvette is one of five W. Village eateries helmed by power-chef duo Jody Williams and Rita Sodi; four are within a block of each other. I passed the other three (Bar Pisellino, Via Carota, I Sodi) on my way and all had lines out the door. Carota and Sodi are Italian, Buvette is French. There are 2 other Buvettes in Asia and one coming soon in London. Buvette does not do reservations. Buvette is a charming but tiny/cramped space, made more tiny within the last year by NYC's removal of pandemic-era street patios which greatly helped dining capacity. Buvette may sometimes have a few front sidewalk tables, and there's a tiny outdoor patio in the back. The tables and dishware are also tiny. There's a kitchen in the back, but some food is also prepared below the bar in front, where there seem to be some ovens. The food seems reliably consistent here. The menu is short but there are daily specials. I ordered a non-alcoholic ginger soda, crab tartine (a special), lobster a l'Americaine (lobster pot pie) and frites. The soda is always on the menu and is refreshing, with a nice snap of ginger. The crab tartine was fab, a fresh crab salad with avocado atop toast. The lobster pot pie was made in the under-bar oven, a small serving of lobster and veggies with a golden puff pastry topper. Delish. The frites were nicely crisp, served with an aioli. Service was okay, but my hot food took about 45 minutes to come out, apparently because my ticket was lost. Overall a pleasant meal, my first during this visit.

Roberto was attentive and gracious True amazing french…read morefood! And treated my fur baby like a princess.

Austin was FANTASTIC! Definitely my new spot for drinks with my friends! I enjoyed his wine…read morerecommendations and he was very attentive despite the BUSY BAR!

The deconstructed French onion soup is iconic! & the restaurant's sumptuous interior is inviting…read moreand chic.. here's how it went. Ate: French onion soup Bread service Tuna tartare Le burger Veggies du mache Crème brûlée Total: $138 before tip Starting with soup and warm bread was fab. The large pieces onion & melted Gruyère were perfect. The tartare was merely ok and though I loved the idea of the veggies with olive sauce it didn't have enough of a flavor punch. The water disappeared towards the end and the dessert took ten minutes to come out The final insult was the packing of the soup sans the chunky onions. Wine list by the glass looks great btw. I would return for a lunch service when it's started. I was generous because the French onion soup was top tier and I'm a sucker for a great bread service.

Went for brunch and very empty. We liked that since we had choice is tables…read more Our server was attentive and great time Our food took a long time The ambiance is cute it's part of a hotel and it's very aesthetic Music not too loud Beautiful location and patio The food was just ehhhh tho.

when i die please let my last meal be the truffle mac and cheese…read more my cousin was in town and had a connection to get us into the new members only jean georges club / restaurant. the space is massive and elegant, with so many rooms and areas full of great surprises and sexy vibes. we came for dinner and drinks, enjoyed some truffle mac, beef tartar, tuna rolls, and foie gras. food was excellent but we over ordered for 2 people. prices for a members only club are as expected would love to come back and consider a membership

Jean-Georges Vongerichten's long awaited private members club has finally arrived. Chez Margaux, in…read morethe old Spice Market space, has numerous bars and a restaurant. The space, which is upscale, red and lacquered, is beautiful. The menu is varied -- something for everyone -- and being Jean-Georges creations, everything is delicious. The cocktails and service are outstanding and the vibe is off the charts. Bravo Chef!

I recommend Mino Brasserie. My friend and I dined there before a show at Village Vanguard. We…read morepicked it for its proximity to the famed jazz club. But it was good enough in its own right, that I would not hesitate to suggest it to someone who wanted a place in the neighborhood with this cuisine. I had three raw oysters to start. They were fresh and cold and as they should be. With everything going around, I have become more cautious about bivalves. These gave me confidence as soon as they arrived, and I enjoyed them. For a main course, I had the gnocchi. It was heavy -- as it is supposed to be. It "hit the spot." The weather was wintry, no more than 20 degrees with wind chill. That is a dish that, for me, is seasonal and that it the season. (I would not have ordered it in the summer, and I'd bet they take it off the menu then.) My friend had the sea bass. He ate every morsel, including the sides. Service was competent, not obtrusive. We were there early. It sure filled up. The only negative, minor and only noticeable once, is our specific table was in the wrong place for the rush of cold air when the door was opened (a big party came in and opened the other door, to the add-on vestibule); not a big deal, but we did notice after us they didn't seat anyone at the next table either, because that specific area was subject to these gusts.

My friend and I came here for brunch. The interior was charming, cute, and cozy…read more For some reason, I was craving bacon so I ordered a side of that, as well as the Croque Madame and requested the fried egg to be cooked over hard. The sandwich consisted of white ham, aged cheddar, and served with fries, as well as mesclun greens. When I was served mine, the egg arrived runny, so I had to sand it back to be properly cooked all the way. Overall, the Croque Madame was nice and crunchy, rich with satisfyingly melty cheese, though it could've used more ham, especially considering how thick and dense the bread was. Egg was pretty tasty and flavorful. The fries, however were way too soggy and not appetizing. The Bacon came crushed into smaller pieces, which I found a bit weird, but it was delightfully crispy and well seasoned. Service was decent. Our waitress was welcoming and everything came out in a timely manner. However, when it came time to pay, we were informed they accept cash, but only the exact amount... Meaning they did not give out change. I don't really like restaurants that operate that way. I would not most likely not return, though might try it out for dinner someday.

Incredible cozy and vibey French spot, would be great for a date, a girls night, or go solo and…read moretreat yourself! 5/5 Truffle Fries 5/5 French Onion Soup 5/5 Orange Wine

I arranged an NYU happy hour event here and it was fairly easy to do so. Although it's pretty tight…read moreinside, especially since they were showing the World Cup matches, we were giving the space in the back, which fit our 12 guests. Keep in mind, parties over 6 have a $65 minimum spend. I tried an orange wine (I forget which one since it was recommended by the bartender). It was nice and dry and hit the spot. I had the Sauvignon blanc from Chile, which was refreshing and crisp. I lastly had the Prosecco from Italy. It was also crisp. I would love to return and try some other wines.

Delisous food Wonderful atmosphere…read more Friendly staff Try the mushrooms! The potato au gratin is wonderful too

Cozy neighborhood French restaurant, family owned and very attentive staff. Wonderful escargot,…read morelamb loin and chocolate dessert. Worth a visit. Many regulars.

The atmosphere is cozy - date night bar…read more What did we order: -18 oysters - Hugo spritz (7/10) just wasnt sweet enough for us - dirty martini 10/10 would order again The service was fast and efficient! I'd return for a drink but not for the food. The oysters were very very small! Overall; If you need a place for a date night or just casually going around the city. This is a great place to start your night

Had a great birthday dinner in L'Accolade's back garden. A tight but adorable space in the back,…read moregreat for an early spring night. Service was good, a bit slow towards the end when we wanted to check out but nothing terrible. We asked for wine suggestions as the wine menu was (literally) a book, there was no sommelier and the manager was going to come by. We were able to decide before he got to us and were thrilled with our decision. The manager ended up bringing us a couple glasses of bubbly as an apology, an unnecessary but lovely surprise. We liked our meals though they weren't truly filling. The menu didn't have as many options as I had seen online and wasn't separated between appetizers and entrees. We got the crispy chicken and the honey harissa carrots. The carrots were honestly phenomenal but were really more of a side dish despite being listed amongst the meals.

Great food in great atmosphere! Very nice French lady…read morewelcomed us and bring inside Delicious drinks! 10 of the 10! We gonna come back!

Quaint French Bistro in SoHo near the entrance to the Holland Tunnel…read more Went on a busy Friday evening and ordered off their extensive Restaurant Week Menu. Started with the Foie Gras appetizer which was nicely prepared and presented. For entree, had a very good Duck Breast and finished with the Croquant au Caramel (puff pastry) dessert which was also very good.