Went to Clement for restaurant week and it was incredible! The servers were extremely attentive and treated my friend and I well. I got the kale and quinoa salad, rack of lamb, and chocolate tart - each one better than the next. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was highly elegant, and overall the experience was fantastic. read more

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Had drinks at the bar yesterday afternoon. Quite pricy - 19-25 for wine/cocktail. Great Pinot Grigio by the glass and made a great gimlet too. The peanuts/cheese/olives they give you are great. However - the service was not great. They had us move because the table we were at was "reserved for three people" and shortly after only 2 people were sat at the table who had no reservation. It took a long time to get the check and for them to pick it up. My review would likely change if I had a better service experience. read more

Located inside the Peninsula Hotel, the atmosphere at Clement is the epitome of Park Avenue Classy. The service at the restaurant is exceptional. The entrees were beautifully presented; however, taste-wise they were average. They do offer delicious after meal chocolates. read more

Went there for restaurant week and the food was wonderful. I had the summer salad with strawberries, blueberries and green beans, and that was fresh, crispy and tasty. I had the bass for my main course, which was delicious. The S'mores dessert could have been a bit tastier. It was on the bland side. The service was great, and the noise level was perfect, we could hear ourselves speak. I will go back again and maybe try dinner. read more

Service was very good with a good vibe. The menu was weak as they only had brunch after 2pm? But they did let us make changes to get what we wanted :). Great service and very accommodating. I would recommend this place if your looking for a high end lunch. Good over all. read more

Marco is amazing. I would literally eat anything he put in front of me. The food was really good, but it was expensive and I didn't know what half of it was. But, again, it was good. Also, lots of boring people eat there. But, to repeat, Marco was amazing. read more

Come here for lunch and it's empty. I thought to myself maybe because it's expensive there are less people. But seriously in this neighborhood money is everywhere. We sat and ordered lunch. I had the salmon. Cooked well but the flavoring and playing was very disappointing. Just some beans and couple two beers in yogurt sauce. The yogurt tastes like garbage can smells on a hot humid day. My friend got the veal and that was not well cooked nor was it a good piece of meat. Meat had no flavor and was chewy and over cooked. Other friend got the chicken. That was actually the best dish. Juicy and flavorful. Bread was cold. Cold bread makes me sad. The butter was room temp. That's good. But on cold bread just makes no sense :( I would not come here again. Environment is cold and very serious. Fancier that the Yelp pictures show. I could barely understand the server with his heavy accent. But he was very nice and service is great. But food falls short. read more

We came here for dinner to celebrate our birthdays. We were seated by the big window facing fifth avenue. Everyone was so attentive and friendly. The lamb dish was tender and so so good! The crab cake was the best that I ever had. The souffle and lemon sorbet was so perfect. We were given complimentary birthday cakes complete with candles. The service : the best! Thank you Clement for making our birthdays a memorable one! Of course , we will be back! read more

I was wearing a cap on a rainy day that we went to Clement for dinner. We were greeted by the hostess saying that "This is a 5 star hotel/restaurant so no hats allowed." I understand there is a "smart casual" dress code and everything, but I felt it was a bit rude and unwelcoming. Anyway I took off my cap and tried to enjoy my dinner with friends. Unfortunately the food was average at best. My main dish seared sea bass was a bit greasy and over-cooked, and the dessert apple cranberry tart was just alright. However it was a shock to me that we got served cold milk to go with our hot teas. Also we weren't particularly impressed with the wait staff. We were asked to pay the bill while we were still having tea, and the waiter who collected the signed bill picked it up and opened the bill presenter to see how much we tipped them right in front of us. Overall the service was sub-par and extremely disappointing for a so-called "5 star hotel/restaurant." Would NOT recommend this restaurant to anyone. read more

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The food is good and what one'd expect at a restaurant of its level. However I had negative experience with both the bar and the restaurant when it comes to overcharging my credit card for more than what I had written down as tip. The restaurant waiter also swiped my card for another table's bill, and while they later swiped a second time for our table's bill, they didn't cancel the initial transaction that is still now sitting on my balance (resolution in process). Definitely remember to keep your copy of the credit card receipt from this place for verification later. read more

The chicken and waffles were good, and the server kept my ice teas coming. The ambience was a bit stiff and priced a bit high. But it is the Peninsula.... read more

Fancy hotel restaurant, so obviously it's mostly business meetings early in the morning for breakfast. Service is on point and you can pretty much request whatever you please. Anything from simple omelettes and oatmeal to fancier menu items offered. Obviously the price point is a bit higher, but if you want to find a way to escape the business of the midtown streets in the mornings, this is a nice place to check out. read more

My first time experiencing Clement was on a work trip for breakfast. The recommendation of the server was the smoked salmon eggs benedict (the most popular item on the menu. I don't think I've ever had a better breakfast meal in my life. The salmon was perfectly smoked and of the highest (sushi grade) quality. Also, the eggs were perfectly poached. The potato hash wasn't anything special, but I would go back in a heart beat. read more

Came here for my bestie's birthday. The decor is classy and the service was great. Some of the friends I came with complained that the sea bass and short rib was too salty. The starters were much better. We had the watermelon gazpacho, corn salad and taste of summer salad. The strawberry shortcake dessert was very light and tasty. The deconstructed s'more dessert was very decadent - you would like it if you prefer your sweets extra rich. read more

Pretty good food and environment. The Chinese meal was different. Nice waiter. A bit hurried.

I recently dined at the Clement NYC for Restaurant Week. I ordered the Saffron Risotto. It was a pre fix for $42.00 and for a supplemental $10 with scallops. The Risotto was bland and not appealing. We discussed this pick with other diners and the consensus was the same. $42.00 for Risotto that was not palatable and looked unappealing. Most of the choices had supplemental additions of $10.00 to $27.00. If the Peninsula needs to add Supplemental charges they should not participate in Restaurant Week. There are so many other wonderful restaurants that participate without supplemental charges. I have been coming to Restaurant Week for 25 years. Staying in NYC for 3-4 nights and enjoying the wonderful food options. read more

Haven't eaten here but visit this bar for cocktails often... Absolutely beautiful decor, dim lighting, very hip and romantic. Classic and great service. Can be pricey but well worth it to hang here. The cocktails are made well and the selection is wonderful. Really enjoy sitting here and relaxing for a few evening cocktails. The decor is elegant yet modern and the arches, marble, and soft lighting making for a wonderful feeling and place to relax. read more

Stopped by to use my Cocktail Passport. Both cocktails on offer were from their regular cocktail menu. Small hotel bar but very comfortable. Bartender was professional. They gave me lots of freebies - nuts, olives, cheese. read more

Went during restaurant week. Courteous staff, despite a number of blunders by my party while there- from arriving late, to ordering as the kitchen closed among others. Regardless, excellent coordination in serving our courses, artfully plated food & presentation, and great wine recommendations. The staff was eager to help select a wine to your liking - and 2 wait staff brought each wine glass for my party at the same time. The watermelon gazpacho is a must try. Balanced, fresh, & flavorful. It is served with a bit of drama, as the liquid is poured in front if you. The sea bass, as others have noted was delightful, and the s'mores for desert, while a novelty, was excellent. The actual ambiance is lovely too, as there is quite a bit if room in the restaurant between tables, so conversations aren't overheard by the next table. read more

What a wonderful breakfast! I had the French toast and made a special request to not include cinnamon and the staff was very attentive. The toast was amazing. Coffee was delicious and we had a wonderful time. Great service, great food. read more

I had a horrible experience at this place. Me and my boyfriend had dinner at Clement on Thursday, February 1 at 7.30. Our host and main server was a rude old guy who was not even trying to hide his mysoginy/agism or whatever that was. He mostly talked to my bf (who is 13 years older than me). When he brought a bottle of wine (it was a pre-selected wine from restaurant week menu, so it's not like my bf chose it) he let my bf taste it, showed the bottle only to him as if I didn't exist or my opinion didn't matter. In the end he brought the check and put it right in front of my bf!!! Although the table was big enough to put it in the middle and let us figure it out. It was very offensive. I can't believe it happened in New York in the 21st century. In fact my bf did pay for both of us this time because we were celebrating his new contract. But normally we split the amount. And it's not up to this narrow-minded sexist douchebag to decide if we are a patriarchal couple or a modern one. I am not coming back for sure. read more

Nice and classy....perfect place to bring dad for lunch! I really liked the overall ambiance...not too big, not too small, with enough space between the tables....the service was also timely and very good. We were here for restaurant week... I tried the mushroom pasta ....it was ok. My dad had the monkfish and he really enjoyed it. I can't say the food for me was all that memorable but the coffee definitely was-- I really enjoyed it w/ my dessert! read more

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Went there early on Sunday morning. Free NY Times paper! Such a peaceful, relaxing morning. Extremely friendly service, great food, pricey. Great to have such a quiet place in the middle of the craziest street in NYC. read more

Located on the second floor inside The Peninsula. Quiet, nice deco, great ambience for dinner. Not over priced.

I like to try new restaurants during Restaurant Week so I can get an idea of whether they are worth big bucks. I thought the food was outstanding and unusual enough to capture my interest. The gazpacho with crab and the sea bass in duck broth were so delicious! My friend's corn salad also superb. Strawberry dessert was good but not outstanding. I would have given them 5 stars except the service was awful. Unlike some of the other reviews our servers were rushing us, snatching away the plates before we finished. The bread was stale. And I wonder how they get the nerve to charge $9 (yes, you read that right) for a cup of coffee! I almost gave them 3 stars because of those shortcoming but every time I think of the food I smile. Maybe they need a better bread/pastry chef or a contract with Amy's Bread. Maybe they need better instruction of the waitstaff. read more

This place is ideal for a business lunch. It's quiet. Good food selection at a fair price. Service was above average. Zero complaints after a number of visits. read more

Live music on Thursday nights, wonderful and attentive service, and light and tasty food, what more can you ask for? The prix fixe menu is a good value. Go there, forget the price, just order everything you love. Lobster bisque and sea bass were wonderful. It's a romantic place so take your date there! read more

Really fresh farm to table food, great cocktails, and friendly staff. Rarely a wait for a table too as not as many people flock to here

I came here today and even tough the food was really nice the service certainly made me feel uncomfortable as the waiters kept on rushing us to order and in the end while we were still eating our dessert placed the bill on the table and asked us to pay it they said that it was due to a change of turn but I found it extremely in polite pushing me.to leave a 10% tip . At night when I checked my chase account I realized that they had charged a 20% tip so twice as much as I had written on the check that I signed. read more

Great breakfast at Clement. Fast, tasty, great service. Formal but nice atmosphere. Bagels is a must for breakfast, really fresh and with the finest ingredients. Not so cheap but well located. read more

Very good service. Classy place. Although I certainly felt discriminated against by ordering the NY Restaurant Week menu.... The seatings were spacious and nice. The atmosphere was very upscale. The portion was small, yet very tasty food. I will come back for a special occasion next time. read more

We went there and had the Restaurant Week fixed meals. The short ribs, caramelized scallops and the apple almond tart were so good!

Really good. We both had the lobster pot pie made with phyllo crust. So light. So good!

Nice place, generally good food - but $9 for an espresso (good quality, but still...) is outrageous.

For a restaurant in a five star hotel meal was terrible. When we asked for some help with some wine recommendations the waiter told us he would get the wine manger. Really? Ordered two appetizers and received three. Was told there were three lamb dishes left and the waiter came back and said they were sold out. Food was average at best. Finally got the bill and was charged for the lamb we did not get. Would not recommend at all. Once again for a five star hotel the restaurant was a fail. read more

Food was delicious, service was ok. But $9 for regular coffee ? Will go back for food but not ordering beverages ever again.

This place is a gem that could have easily been missed on the 2nd floor of the peninsula hotel. Came during restaurant week for a nice 3 course dinner. The meal was amazing from beginning to the end (at least for me it was). What I enjoyed is that even though it was restaurant week, they didn't just make up some random dish and shove it down their customers' throats. They actually took dishes off of their regular menu so that we, as restaurant week goers, could experience the food the way they always serve it. Tuna crudo. Impeccably decorated on the place. Bright red and filled with freshness. My main.. Oh my main was the lamb shank. Mind you, I thought it was going to be a small little piece considering it's a nice restaurant and we're paying half the price. The lamb shank was super super delicious and filling on a bed of Israeli couscous. Also... Dessert was delicately presented. Satisfying yet wasn't too heavy. For me, the meal was amazing all the way through. Unfortunately, my cousin didn't think so. Although she liked her food, she thought that the halibut could have been a little more seasoned. True. I can second that. Also, one thing I have to say about the service is that I wish they didn't keep coming up to us every 5 minutes asking if we were done. Last thing I need at a nice restaurant is to be rushed out the door. read more

We went to lunch on my birthday, and it was a disaster. My wife ordered oysters, which were tiny and with no apparent sauce. When she asked fora vinaigrette dressing, they gave her some olive oil. She sent it back. We both ordered Eggs Benedict, which should be pretty hard to screw up. But they did. The English muffins at the bottom were so stale we couldn't cut into it. They did replace it when we complained. At the end of the lunch, we ordered coffee and cappuccino, which took twenty minutes to arrive, Finally, when the bill came , the martinis we had ordered were priced at $24 each, far and away the highest prices we had ever seen in New York.They did not charge us for the oysters, or for one of the Eggs Benedict. Nevertheless, I would certainly not recommend this restaurant. read more

overall I thought the food was superb quality, perfectly cooked and interesting flavor combinations. Top it all off with large portions for the price and you can see why I gave it four stars. We had the 5 course tasting menu and every dish, but especially the three fishes courses, were amazing. The only reason not to give it 5 stars is that service was exceedingly slow. We were glad we didn't decide on the 8 course tasting menu or we might still be there. In any event it took way too long between each course. Nevertheless, I would defintiely go back because the food and overall value were excellent but we would only return when we had unlimited time to linger. read more

Yet another beautiful contemporary American fine dining establishment. The tuna tartare and the bellinis were amazing in both presentation and taste. The food is great; small portions with lots of panache. I also like the unique mezzanine location of the restaurant; it adds something to the hotel. The interior is plush and elegant but simple. read more