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    4.3 (84 reviews)
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    Althea L.

    Centurion has done it again--another delightful dinner with excellent food. The menu of this visit's highlights included the truffle risotto, generously topped with freshly shaved truffles, which was a standout. The burrata paired beautifully with figs, and the prawns were perfectly seasoned. Everything met our expectations in terms of quality and flavor. The sparkling drinks and white wine, however, didn't quite live up to the standard of last season. While the waiter was highly professional and let us sample all the options, the quality and taste weren't as impressive this time, so we opted for cocktails instead. After dinner, we headed to the bar down the hall, overlooking Bryant Park's Winter Village and ice-skating rink. Enjoying the cozy atmosphere with good friends was the perfect way to spend a weekend night. Although the bar officially closed at 1 a.m., in our experience, they're happy to stay open a bit longer for guests. The bartender even created an incredible guava-based cocktail for us and sent over additional rounds on the house--it was truly amazing! We left feeling well cared for and appreciated.

    Mike A.

    This is our 2nd visit to this beautiful restaurant/lounge/bar, the service, the decor, the view are truly 10 out of 10, unfortunately that were the good review ends. The food in the fine dining section was not fine at all, it was very disappointing. Ive ordered the ribeye steak and honestly it was one of the worst ribeye steak I've ever had, it was chewy, it was tough and I literally had to take it out of my mouth because it was impossible to eat. The dish that my wife ordered which was some sort of mushroom that looks wired and was not very good. Even the fries which looked promising were not good, zero crunch and completely soft. The desert was ok, the espresso martini was good. We will be back for a drinks and the atmosphere but not for dinner.

    Fish
    Gwo-Long H.

    It has a stunning view of both Empire State Building and the Chrysler Building. The service was great and the food was great. It only offers prefixed menus at the dining room. The options were $165 for a 3-course or $225 for a 5-course meal. For us the 3-courses were just right, not to mention that the chef offered both pre meal and after meal treats.

    Salmon
    Tom M.

    Has a great ambience of exclusivity from the moment you have to check in before getting into the elevator and the ground floor,. Nice darkened hallway that opens up to some amazing views of the city, particularly at night! Service was very attentive despite being busy, and has a very luxurious but professional attitude. Had great expectations of the chef prepared food, which were displayed very artistically, but unfortunately tasted pretty average tobland. Small portions, and a little disappointed that the food wasn't quite as tasty as I would expect for a high-end club. For example, the Wagyu didn't taste any different than a ground sirloin tartar and certainly not high-quality A5 Wagyu. Next time, I may go here for the drinks and maybe an appetizer, but certainly not for fine dining.

    Jamie L.

    You knew coming here would be pricey. You're here because of your American Express status, and the concierge scored you a reservation. On the 55th floor, you're soaking in the stunning views, including the Chrysler Building. Great photo ops! I came for social drinks and small bites. The cocktails were great, even with the giant ice cube. I ordered the tuna tartare--it was super fresh and delicious. I also had the DB burger, which was solid, but was it worth $35? Definitely not. As for the cheese board, I'd skip it--limited selection and not worth it.

    Stacy T.

    The view is spectacular. You can see the Chrysler building straight on. The restaurant is well lit and very spacious. They have three bars in the restaurant. The casual, a la carte bar attached to the restaurant. They also have a speakeasy with high end alcohol (read: it was $75 to $85 for ONE cocktail). They also have The Carbon room, which is a separate room that can be rented out for parties. The Carbon room has the best view of the Chrysler building. The service was expected. They were very professional. The food was somewhat of a mismatch compared to the views and the service. I had the Chef's tasting menu and my husband chose the prixe fixe a la carte. Chef's Tasting menu --The foccacia bread was warm and fresh butter tasted amazing. --White asparagus & caviar - no distinguishing flavor. I felt like the caviar was a plug in just to justify the price or conveniently elevate this dish. --Warm hamachi - good flavor, but better at a sushi restaurant --Live norwegian langoustine and uni - teh langoustine was overcooked, uni, again, not that fresh --Dry -aged rib-eye and black truffle - I asked for medium rare and received medium well. For a chef's menu priced at $250, I hope the steak to be cooked correctly. I had to send this back. It returned medium rare, but still flavorless. --Brillat Savarin - Two very thin slices of bread and some brie. Again, some truffle on top to justify the price and elevate this basic dish. --Caramelized Honey Cremeux - This was completely melted. I didn't realize this till I reached the center, which was actual ice cream. Overall, the quality control of the food leaving the kitchen is poor. I will not return, especially since it is difficult to make a reservation and the price is quite high.

    Honey ice cream
    Derek Z.

    This place is one of a kind. Located in One Vanderbilt, the entrance seems like an inconspicuous office building, but there was a nice desk with CENTURION on it. We were guided upstairs to a table with a great view of downtown Manhattan and the Empire State. The Chrysler building was to my left and the rest of Manhattan was right in front of me. The service was playful and cheery. During our meal, they made sure to coordinate the arrival of the dishes and place them on the table simultaneously two at a time. They also routinely gave us new utensils and cleared the table. Our primary server showed us around after our dinner and brought us to the wine room which had a western view of Manhattan. After being astounded by the alcohol prices, we settled on three cocktails: dark and creamy which had a strong coconut flavor and very little alcohol, orchard old fashioned which tasted like a light old fashioned with an apple aftertaste, and the 2-1-2 which tasted like sweet herbal medicine in a good way. The drinks were all pleasant, but with very little alcohol. For the tasting menu, we started with a rendition of an everything lox bagel but it was in a wonton shell. A little lox, a little cream cheese topped with everything seasoning could never go wrong so it was a good palate opener. This was followed by an aged cheddar bite which was also very savory and had an exterior like a pineapple bun. Both of these starters were heavier than I expected, but worked well because this was only a 6 course menu and every dish was small. They also gave baguettes and these small Asiago bagels throughout the meal which topped us off. The honey nut squash soup was very sweet which paired well with the cream and small pickled vegetables and I think this was my favorite dish of the night. This was followed by a warm hamachi which had a diverse texture palate between the soft porridge, crispy bits, and the fish. The ponzu sauce was the highlight of this dish and the rest was not memorable. The langoustine came next and it was good but unremarkable. The orzo was fun to eat and I recall that texture more than the langoustine. The dry aged ribeye came as the main dish and it was a good slice of meat. However, I did not get the chimichurri flavor at all... the sauce just tasted like a jus. I liked the piece of fat? on the side which had an explosion of flavor. As a palate cleanser, they served a raspberry ice cream with raspberry gel and dried raspberry and while delicious, it was very sweet so my palate did not feel very cleansed. Onto the desserts, the walnut raisin bread was soft and the raisins were a nice sweet surprise in the cheese and black truffle combo. This cheese was as light as a brie and made for a great spread. After, we were presented with a hive-looking ice cream which was another highlight for me. I really liked how the kumquat sweetness differed from the honey everywhere else. Finally, they presented us with some petit four options but there was 5 options. The caramel chocolate bit was the best one out of the bunch, followed by the almond cookie, bonbon, gelatin, and I don't even remember the other one. This place was an incredibly unique experience with some of the best service I've ever had, but the food was a little lackluster. I would highly recommend visiting once or going for a corporate event. This all came out to $350.

    Sylvia Z.

    Reservations are very hard to come by, only for Black Card members, recently Platinum Card can also make reservations, but you have to call Amex and ask them to help you make a reservation. View: It has a breathtaking view of the New York skyline. Food: This restaurant is run by Daniel Boulud's team, so the food tastes up to Michelin level, the ingredients are fresh, seasonal ingredients are used, and it's good value for money. ‍ Service: The service is very good and makes you feel attentive. Definitely want to go back again, but so hard to book a place ah!

    Frank A.

    Centurion New York is on the 55th Floor of One Vanderbilt. A collaboration with Chef Daniel Boulud, the food is what you would expect, excellent. The views are simply among the best in the city. Although just opened, the service is very good. Looking forward to using it on a regular basis. The views are phenomenal.

    Akriti M.

    I only expected good ambience and amazing city views,but was pleasantly surprised that the food turned out to be the highlight!!! For the drinks we ordered Pina colada ( good) and something with beetroot which we loved more. It's been a couple of weeks so I don't remember the names of all the dishes but posting pics hoping it helps Everything we ordered tasted delicious, well cooked and aromatic. Went for Mr's bday for which they provided complimentary chocolate cake. Highly recommend this one! Yes it's expensive, but food and views and the entire experience justifies the $$$$$$$

    Brad B.

    I know I'm stating the obvious when I'm saying the views are spectacular which is what you expect on the 55th floor of one Vanderbilt. The service was great. Our waiter was named echo everyone and staff was impeccably dressed. The food was at a high standard, but the duck was chewy. The black bass was OK. The lobster was very good which was an up charge. The five cheese is also an up charge but very good. The star of the night was the seared Foie Gras unbelievable. They had a reasonable Turley' Zinfidel on the wine list. You come here for the incredible experience and views the food good not great is secondary.

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    Dom G.

    Came here for a couple of drinks. Reservation was organized via Amex concierge and it was somewhat seamless. The space is located on the 55th floor of One Vanderbilt. As soon you get off the elevator you should be impressed with the deco of the place, then you keep walking and see how amazing the views are. There are 3 sections here - the bar, a fancy restaurant and a less fancy restaurant (which was still fancy). Cocktails start at $20+. As I only came here for a couple of drinks, I ordered some fries. They were nice enough to serve us fresh warm bread. The butter that came along with it was so good. I wish I could take it home, I later found out it was imported from France. Service was top notch and prompt. Decor down to plates and utensils used were top notch. Views are just breathtaking. Would love to come here as a regular if the reservation process was easier ie. You don't have to call the Amex concierge every time.

    THE view!
    Fina R.

    Absolutely beautiful restaurant with better views than anywhere else in NYC. Expensive but what else did you expect? Okay food, wonderful cocktails, impeccable service.

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    Marseille

    3.9
    (1.3k reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    This place is around the corner from where i live, and the food is consistently good. Been here a…read moredozen times for their oyster happy hour (most evenings) The non alcoholic drinks are great. service was amazing. our waiter Henry was very attentive and made sure we had a pleasant dining experience.

    I booked this based on reviews for our first night in NYC before a show. Gave 2 hours before the…read moreshow so should be fine. First off the decor is awesome. I love the mirrors and the menus written on them. The greeters were GREAT. Very welcoming and pleasant. We were seated quickly at a corner table with a great view of the restaurant. Our waitress was cordial, kinda business like. It took a while to get drinks ordered. They took our orders - I got the Branzino and my wife ordered the price fixe. The French onion soup she got as her first course was delightful! So rich, beautifully done!!! That was the high point. The branzino when they brought it out they spilled a decent bit of the sauce on my wife's foot (she was in sandals). No real apology and no one offered to give her anything to clean up. The branzino was ok. Nothing to write home about. My wife got the chicken - WAAAAAY over-fried. Dry as a bone. Mashed potatoes and hericots verts on her dish were delish! Profiteroles for dessert were good as well. It was an ok meal but not worth the price. Probably would not return.

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    Corner booths often used for group dining
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    Fresh Berries - yogurt & granola
    Croque Madame - griddled bistro ham & gruyere on brioche topped with mornay and a sunnyside up egg, chips

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    Croque Madame - griddled bistro ham & gruyere on brioche topped with mornay and a sunnyside up egg, chips
    Chez Josephine

    Chez Josephine

    3.8
    (723 reviews)
    0.9 mi
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    The service and ambiance is what made this place really nice. We walked in and it's like a whole…read moredifferent world with live piano music as well. The wonderful lady who was singing and playing the piano did a really good job, it's such a romantic place. The food was good and I split a bottle of wine with my partner. We ordered off the pre-fix menu and added oysters on top. The oysters were so good and I really liked the vinegar. For the appetizers, it was a beet salad and pate. The pate was SO good, I get it again to be honest. Then came the entrees, we ordered the medium well steak frites and pan seared stripped bass. The steak came out rare and the fish was okay, it could have been a bit more seasoned for my personal taste. I traded dishes with my partner because I can't eat rare steak but he can. We also got the peach ice cream dessert and the dessert of the day which was a coconut gelatin(?) dish and it was AMAZING. Overall experience was good, the only thing that was kinda a miss was the entrees.

    Went here after a movie the other night and had the price fixe dinner which is such a great deal…read more Terrific and inexpensive wine list. Onion soup and pate starters were prepared just right. Steak and mussel frites came out perfectly. Chocolate lava cake and peach melba were a great way to end our meal. We will return!

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    Dining room
    Chocolate lava cake! ($19)
    Chocolate lava cake! ($19)
    From my table, thru the bar, to the front door.

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    From my table, thru the bar, to the front door.
    Steak Frites Bistro

    Steak Frites Bistro

    4.6
    (302 reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    Finally. I've been on the search. City after city. 6 different French restaurants in Chicago. Not…read moreto mention Washington DC and other cities. But I finally found authentic steak tartare. Hand cut. Not run through a blender. The closest to the nest that I've had in Paris. Ambiance: 10/10 Steak tartare: 9/10 Pomme fritte: 7/10 Service: 10/10 Don't get me wrong these fries were good. Better than all the others. Not quite good as in Paris. It was a joy to eat here. And I feel like I've finally found a place that compares to Paris. The best of Chicago produced nothing to compare to Paris.

    While in the theater district I decided to satisfy my craving for steak and fries. I looked up a…read moreplace nearby and this one came up. It was a 12 minute walk from my original location. I played myself by getting the pre frixe menu. I did not care for the French onion soup at all. It has a sour taste to it..not savory. I asked for my steak medium well. It came exactly to mh liking. I had not had read meat in a while and I might have been low on iron. It was tasty. I ordered the creme brulee for desert which was yummy. I sat at the bar. I will definitely asked to be seated next time because the bartender hovered over me a lot. I didn't need much service. The steak was good next time I will have the salmon. I want to try other places that specialize in this fare.

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    View from our window table
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    Cute salt and pepper
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    Le Tout Va Bien - French Restaurant

    Le Tout Va Bien - French Restaurant

    3.7
    (419 reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    I went to be dinner Wednesday by myself to see my friend Stephane who used to be the manager at…read moreVendome and was extremely appreciated. As a new waiter at Le Tout Va Bien, he is very attentive, kind, and courteous to his clients. I had the best hamburger I've ever had in the city! Verrrry rare as I love it, with caramelized onions and very crispy fries! The salad on the side had a great tasty dressing. All perfect. At other visits, I've had the bœuf bourguignon (like in France), the charcuterie, the escargots. The onion soup, perfect in the winter. The food is fantastic, so are the desserts. I have a sweet tooth I live very close to the restaurant so it's very convenient. This weekend, I'm taking my 2 my wonderful neighbors who love good food. Perfect! I highly recommend this restaurant. Vincent, the owner, is very "sympathetico"!!

    Last night my family and I went to the restaurant for my brothers 40th anniversary…read more We were all apprehensive as we never ate here before My brother and his girlfriend shared the French onion soup and loved it. And our dinner entrees blew us away My dad and brother both got the Branzino and ate the whole plate. My brother's girlfriend got the Beef Bourguignon and loved it. I myself got the Saint Jacques Grilles (scallops with risotto and porcini sauce) which to me was cooked to perfection. The scallops were buttery soft, the risotto the right texture and taste. My mother and aunt both had the steak Frites, they liked their steaks but thought the fries were a touch salty. Then came desserts and I had the crème brûlée, my aunt and mom shared the chocolate mousse, and my brother, his girlfriend and my father all had the chocolate lava cake. Out of the three: the chocolate lava cake was #1. Then chocolate mousse then crème brûlée. The restaurant dimmed the lights and had soft music on. The wait time between meals were a bit long in my opinion but it was a small restaurant and they made stellar food and they weren't in a rush to kick us out of the restaurant at all which was very nice. The service was great, they spoke clearly and were ontop of making sure we had tap water and anything else we needed, again they took their time and never made us feel rushed. Highly recommend this place if you're ever in the Hells Kitchen/Times Square area.

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    Beef tartare
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    Chez Napoleon

    Chez Napoleon

    3.9
    (344 reviews)
    0.9 mi
    $$$

    I grew up nearby and been wanting to come here for over 30 years- since I was young- but was a…read morelittle intimidated. Im sad about that. Putting the food aside (which was VERY good), the place is beyond charming... like walking into your nonna's living room- and the staff was welcoming. As for the food: everything is "perfect" in a simple, old school, traditional way. No trendy twists. This is a GOOD thing in my book. It has been years since Ive had escorgot that I loved, but this brought me back. I had almost sworn off of it. My steak au-poivre was cooked to perfection and green peppercorn sauce was sublime. The fries were basic but in a good, I dare say perfect, way. My gf had the sole and, altho she says it wasnt earth shattering, liked it as well. The soufle was a bit of a novelty for me but worth a try. This place is Old School New York at its finest. P.S. I cant stand liver or pate but my gf ordered the foie gras (which ive never had) and tho i resisted trying it, I finally did and loved it. I think that says something about the place. She said it was perfect.

    Thursday night dinner for 3. Very charming, quaint restaurant with vintage artwork and a small bar…read more There is a front room with a small bar and another room around a wall on the other side. We ordered a traditional gran marnier soufflé with our dinner order as it takes that amount of time to make it. I came for the duck confit. It was tasty with the right amount of crispy skin. My sister ordered the Moules Marinieres which I think was the winner. It came with fries and a few small dishes of green beans. The Buf Bourguignon was rich and hearty. I've been craving a soufflé, and I'm not an expert but I wish I hadn't poured all the sauce in as the mariner was fairly strong and almost overpowered the soufflé in flavor. Overall, happy to support a small mom and pop business. You have to call for reservations. No resy or open table.

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    Salty crispy half duck with orange sauce and super wild rice.
    Salty crispy half duck with orange sauce and super wild rice.
    The Restuarant is filled with jigsaw puzzles. You can buy a box off of the Puzzle Menu.

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    The Restuarant is filled with jigsaw puzzles. You can buy a box off of the Puzzle Menu.
    S'Aimer

    S'Aimer

    4.6
    (81 reviews)
    0.8 mi

    We were able to get a last-minute reservation at 7p on the Sunday before Memorial Day and entered…read morewhat was a pretty empty establishment. There were only 2 other parties seated and we were seated immediately upon arrival. It's fairly dark inside and the decor reminds me a bit of New Orleans. I enjoyed the ambiance. The drinks were great! I had the cocobella while he had margaritas. The table bread was hot and fresh, so make sure they bring it to the table for you. We had the mussels for an appetizer, lamb chops and bass. EVERYTHING was excellent! The flavor of the broth for the mussels was Devine, so much so my husband used his bread to sop up all he could. The bass had great flavor and came with sautéed spinach that was well cooked. It initially looked like a small portion but turned out to be plenty. The lamb chops were cooked to the requested temp and seasoned well. We left no crumbs. This one is definitely worth a try!

    If you're going to see a Broadway show, plan on stopping here to enjoy some delicious food. This…read moreplace has such a smooth, sexy vibe. Staff are lovely. Decide is classy cool. The food is perfection. The pulled oxtails are delicious. Gave me goosebumps. The fish was cooked to perfection. The sweet plantains were perfect. The drinks were done very well too. It's a bit expensive, but you get what you pay for! YUMMY

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    Greenery in The Garden at S'Aimer NYC
    The Garden at S'Aimer NYC. A place for quiet conversation in the heart of Restaurant Row.
    The Garden at S'Aimer NYC. A place for quiet conversation in the heart of Restaurant Row.
    Set up for private event at S'Aimer NYC.

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    Set up for private event at S'Aimer NYC.
    maman

    maman

    4.1
    (262 reviews)
    0.4 mi
    $$

    Maman remains my favorite brunch spot whenever I'm in NYC, and this visit to a new location was…read morejust as lovely as ever. This space felt larger than the other locations I've been to, while still keeping the same cozy, charming, and beautiful vibe that defines their brand. We were a party of three, and each of us ordered different sandwiches and pastries. I got the Katie's Chicken Sandwich, which is one of my absolute favorites and something I order almost every time I'm visiting the city. For pastry, I tried the Cherry Croissant Cube for the first time, and I was honestly speechless. It was incredibly flavorful, delicious, and truly made my day. I 100% recommend trying it. For drinks, I ordered the seasonal Cherry Elderflower Spritz. It was just okay compared to everything else, but not bad. Overall, Maman continues to be my go-to brunch place in NYC, and this visit reminded me exactly why.

    Unnecessary confrontation over a 5-minute early pickup…read more I'm a regular Too Good To Go customer and have picked up bags from Maman before without issue. This visit was a frustrating exception. The app activated the swipe button shortly after 5PM -- which Maman and several other stores have recently started allowing as an early pickup signal. I went to the store accordingly. The young male Hispanic employee at the register refused to hand over my bag, insisting the pickup window didn't start until 5:15. All the bags were already packed and ready. There were no other customers in line. I tried to explain how the app works and that early pickup had been allowed here before, but he repeatedly cut me off. At one point I said "if you want to play by the book, so be it" -- meaning it as a neutral acknowledgment. He took offense, raised his voice, and kept repeating "I don't play, you play" in an increasingly hostile tone. I asked if he understood the expression. He just kept repeating "I don't play." When I asked to speak with a manager, he said there wasn't one. When I asked what a customer is supposed to do when there's a problem with an employee, he told me to come back tomorrow and talk to him. This was completely avoidable. The bags were ready. It was a 5-10 minute window, allowed by the app. The confrontation served no purpose. I noticed the review posted the day before mine mentions "poor customer service at the register" -- I suspect we encountered the same person. Maman has a good reputation worth protecting. I'd encourage management to review this interaction and make sure this particular staff is trained properly.

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    Menu. Had trouble deciding as so many great options
    Menu. Had trouble deciding as so many great options
    Maman's Breakfast Sandwich
    Maman's Breakfast Sandwich
    Creme brûlée croissant

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    Creme brûlée croissant
    La Bonne Soupe

    La Bonne Soupe

    4.0
    (308 reviews)
    0.7 mi

    If you're looking to escape the tourist crowds on the UES, La Bonne Soupe is the move. I was back…read morevisiting my old stomping grounds and wanted somewhere outside with a real neighborhood feel and this spot nailed it. I snagged a seat on their upstairs patio, surrounded by the kind of older, well-heeled UES regulars that give the place such a quintessential NYC vibe. I went with the $35 lunch special, which gets you an appetizer and an entrée. For my app, the Escargots de Bourgogne- absolutely the star of the meal, I could've eaten a second order. The Crêpe Forestière for my entrée was lovely too, and I washed it all down with a lemonade. Everything was genuinely delicious. My one small gripe: I got charged for two lemonades, which stung a little given that (a) it's lemonade, and (b) the glass was on the petite side to begin with. Minor quibble, though. Other than that, it was a perfect NYC lunch, exactly what I was hoping for.

    Came here a mere week after five-star my first visit, and this experience was significantly less…read morepositive. While the French Onion soup was still a stand-out dish, the painfully slow service detracted. There appeared to be a single waitress working. I didn't notice during my first visit if there were multiple servers, but the first time I did hear the waiter advise another table that the kitchen was behind and there would be a wait for food. (This didn't affect me since on my first visit I only ordered soup.) Same thing happened this time, and there was a significant delay between our soup/salad course and entrees. We were told the kitchen was backed up. this is apparently the norm. For appetizers, the French onion soup was a gold star dish. My friend had the goat cheese salad which she said was also very good. The Chicken Cordon Bleu was good, and a hard-to-find dish in NYC. While eating our entrees, the server never checked on how things were or if we needed anything. Once finished, we sat there for a long time waiting for our plates to be cleared, and finally had to "announce" that we were done and request our dessert (as we had ordered the prix fixe menu). For dessert we ordered the Dame Blanche and Profiteroles. I would recommend neither. The ice cream (in both) was poor quality, crystallized and not creamy. A real shame. In all, the meal too 2.5 hours due to the slow service. The soup remains fantastic. I'm downgrading my review to recommend this spot only for soup and salad and not a full, hours-long meal. For that, it's 5 stars, for a full meal a middling 3.

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    Centurion New York - french - Updated June 2026

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