4.5 stars I had wanted to go to Craft for decades, and then I had received an email that June 2026 would be its last month, so I quickly jumped on a reservation. It was a good thing that I secured a table, as all four weeks filled up almost immediately. When I arrived, I checked in for the reservation, which was under my name, and was told that I was the first to arrive. I thought that seemed strange, since I was only five minutes early, but the three friends whom I was meeting were much more punctual than I was. Regardless, I followed the host to the bar, where he was able to snag me one of the few remaining seats. I scanned the delectable cocktail list, but decided to hold off until I got to the table. About 20 minutes later, I thought it was odd that my companions had still not arrived. I started to send a text and happened to receive one first; it turned out that my friends had been waiting for me at a table in the back of the dining room. It was discouraging that I had been given incorrect guidance, but, thankfully, it only took us 15 minutes to discover that fact. The restaurant was industrial with Edison light bulbs hanging down from the ceiling, as well as walls of exposed brick or ones draped in brown leather tapestry. However, the space also managed to be refined and distinguished at the same time. It was really a stunning place. We decided to start with a bottle of white wine, which we would later follow with a bottle of red. We immediately knew the white one we wanted, the 2024 Joh. Jos Prüm, Wehlener Sonnenuhr, Riesling-Kabinett from Mosel, Germany. The wine had a slight effervescence, a smooth acidity, and notes of green apple and stone fruit. We enjoyed the sweet vintage with thickly-sliced, rustic whole wheat sourdough bread that had a crispy crust and squooshy center. We also each ordered an appetizer to start, and I selected the Tuna Tartare with Cucumber and Sea Urchin Vinaigrette. I found the dish a little salty, but it was otherwise phenomenal. The tuna had been sliced in large chunks, which I appreciated. The pieces were assembled into high ring with cucumbers and I believe capers, as there was definitely a brininess and an added texture. A scoop of fresh sea urchin was placed on the top, as well in the dressing, which gave it a stronger taste of the sea. I took a spoonful of a friend's Wild Mushroom Risotto that was packed with aromatic hen of the woods mushrooms and pungent Parmesan cheese. I also got to try the fluffy Potato Gnocchi with porcini mushrooms and pistachio, though I found it a tad bland, especially in comparison to the other two appetizers. We were then ready for our next bottle. For the red, we wanted something light and versatile, so we consulted with the extremely knowledgeable and friendly sommelier. In the end, we wound up with the 2023 Hubert Lignier from Monthelie, France. The first sip was extremely dry and not very appealing, but it really opened up once it had some time to sit in the giant wine glasses. We were then able to taste its essences of wood, cherry, and plum. The wine was light enough for me to enjoy with my Steamed Black Sea Bass, which was served with bok choy, Thai basil, and cilantro. The fish was so tender and delicate, and the spicy, herbaceous broth was so addicting that I kept trying to scoop up each drop with my fork. My friends all adored their individual entrees of roasted halibut, roasted monkfish, and Rohan duck. In addition, we had all been so interested in the Braised Short Ribs, so we decided to share one for the group. The meat was so tender that it literally just fell apart with the slightest prick of a fork. It was covered with a rich, hearty Mushroom Bolognese, shaved horseradish, and green peppercorns. The robust dish was another winner. After such a stellar round of main courses, we needed to get dessert. I went with the Chocolate Soufflé, which was fluffier and gooier than most, which I enjoyed. It was served with a scoop of flavorful vanilla ice cream. The bite of my friend's rich Dark Chocolate Cremeux with marshmallow and caramel bourbon ice cream was similarly decadent. I paired my already sweet dessert with one their Espressotinis, which was made with my choice of spirit: Belvedere Vodka, Herradura Reposado Tequila, and Ron Zacapa No. 23 Rum. I opted for the vodka, which was mixed with Kahlua, Amaretto Disaronno, and real espresso. It was truly one of the best espresso martinis I had ever had. We also received indulgent cream puffs with the check. At that point, we completed our meal, thanked the gracious serving staff, and headed for the door, assuming our experience was over, though the host then handed us a corn muffin to take home. I tasted the pastry the following day and found it buttery and full of corn flavor. While it was such a memorable and delicious experience, it was also bittersweet since Craft was in its final days. I would recommend immediately trying to reserve a table if possible. read more

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Craft NYC exceeded expectations for our private dining event. From start to finish, Bryce, Victoria, and Will were excellent to work with and made the entire experience seamless. The service was top-notch, the canapés were delicious and the seated plated dinner was outstanding. I've visited Craft for both regular dinner and hosted a private event and the level of hospitality and attention to detail never disappoints. Highly recommend, especially the octopus and short ribs. Looking forward to returning! read more

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Cuisine: 9 Service: 8 Decor: 8 Value: 8 Overall: 9 One of my all time favorite New American restaurants by one of my all time favorite chefs. I have been following Tom Colicchio for decades since his early days at Gramercy Tavern. Craft was the beginning of his own empire and I'm glad it still stands after all these years. Though I have not been here in a couple of years. I had gone for their Restaurant Week recently with a few friends. We all really loved the meal from appetizers to desserts. I think the group favorite was definitely the Braised Lamb Shoulder, which may go down as one of my best bites of the year. Super tender, such a flavorful red wine reduction, what a dish! The Short Rib Cavatelli, Charred Leeks, and Chocolate Blackout Cake were excellent as well. Honestly, everything else was good too, including the Milk Braised Veal Breast, Lemon Risotto, and Caramelized Brioche. I would eat here everyday if I could afford it. This meal was a reminder of the great restaurants we have in NYC. With so many options, it's often that we forget the old and join the cult of the new. Going forward, I shall not disregard Craft any more, and make sure it's in my regular rotation. read more

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I don't have very much success with Restaurant Week but Craft was a hit. The menu was simple yet so smart, I also appreciate how many choices there were for Restaurant Week. There were 8 apps, 7 mains with an additional 2 supplement items which were a skirt steak for an additional $10 and a braised short rib for an additional $30. The cost of the Restaurant Week menu was $60 for an app, entree and dessert. I was very happy with my selections. I went with fellow Yelper Gordon Y and we both were very happy with our dining experience. The menu: Gnocchi- with Short Rib, Pine Nuts & Raisins. I thought this dish was nice and hearty and perfect for Winter. The short ribs were nice and tender, kinda had a ropa veia feel to it. The raisins sounded strange and I normally don't like sweet and savory but the raisins were so nice and plump and fat that they worked with the dish. The Gnocchi were tiny pillows. They were so light and airy, but for me I do wish the Gnocchi had a bit of a bite or texture. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=Y_iTTjKvV5hLy-880SZzlA&select=p7lcfPmc7O4mA0XKdKbwHg Braised Lamb Shoulder- with Potato Puree & Braised Carrots. Fuck me, this dish was as close to perfect as I could find. This dish was one of the most memorable dishes I had in recent memory. The lamb was perfect, the sauce was perfect, my god was this dish perfect. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=Y_iTTjKvV5hLy-880SZzlA&select=vPjBkIvwCRC1tIhSaueM8g Chocolate Blackout Cake with Fior di Latte & Brûléed Bananas. I thought this was a nice finish, it was a bit dense since it is a blackout cake but it was a nice finish with good flavor. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=Y_iTTjKvV5hLy-880SZzlA&select=d5qPr8HoGLBDnn77-m_MJQ read more

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Came for Restaurant weeks and was absolutely delighted. the food was exceptional, the menu interesting and the wine special were fantastic. It was our first time at Craft and we were so very pleased. The service was exceptional and the restaurant design makes for an environment where we could hear each other. Had a bottle of Vacqueryas that was exceptional and enjoyed every drop. Well done, Craft. We will be back soon! read more

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Came for a work dinner. It's a beautiful space thats good for quiet convos and also larger tables of 6. Service is a bit disjointed. We ordered 2 bottles of wine and they spent 20 or so minutes trying to find both of them before telling us they didn't have it (we ordered 2 others instead). We already put in our food orders by then and really wished they told us sooner because the food came out before the wine. We also had to flag the waiter to bring our white wine over that was being chilled. The wait staff wasn't really attentive enough to refill glasses throughout the night. It's OK if you're busy but just leave the wine at the table. Otherwise, food is good overall. Highlights are the octopus starter and the cheesecake dessert (one of the best I've ever had). Some things are on the salty side - the grains that were part of my dish and the mushroom sides were on the saltier side read more

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This restaurant didn't age well. Higher prices with smaller portions. We have gone there twice in the past year and this time was better than the prior time. The space is very modern and the service was good. We had: - Tuna Tartare with Sea Urchin Vinaigrette - Bland. The sea urchin had no taste - which is a hard feat. - Duck a l'Orange - very heavy. The skin was crispy and it came with some variation of stuffed cabbage - but it wasn't. - Pumpkin Tagliatelle - tasty - Black Sea Bass - very good - Mushroom Side - tasty - Seared Foie Gras - very good - Short Ribs - good - Brussel Sprouts - very good - Homemade Ice Cream - very good - Lemon Tart - good It was a pleasant meal, but again the position size got smaller but the prices are higher. The server said it was because their original plates were family style and people were eating it as a single serving so they made the change. Doesn't make much sense. read more

While the food was amazing, I was very disappointed with the service. I was excited to bring my nephew who is attending culinary school for a special experience for restaurant week. The value is great for what you get! It seemed like we were automatically profiled as just a group of younger adults that they didn't take seriously. Our server seemed impatient and just ready to get us out. I still gave a nice tip, but I can't say it was deserved. I've been to plenty of higher caliber restaurants that were more hospitable. If you don't want restaurant week clientele, don't offer it. Little did they know my Big Law in law was dining with us. Back staff great, front staff could use an additude check. read more

I've long been a big fan of Craft. It's a pretty space, and for NYC, the tables are quite nicely spread out, which is a treat. A previous visit the raw oysters were flat out bad; this time, they were some of the freshest, best tasting oysters I've had in a long time. Well cleaned, beautifully presented and delicious, apparently from an oyster farm in the area. For a main, I did the short rib, also a great choice. Ordered the potato puree as a side, as the menu didn't mention any sides that came with the short rib. The puree was quite nice, but the surprise shoestring fried potatoes that actually did come with the short rib were a big treat. Very thin and crunchy. They're not mentioned anywhere on the menu, but are a great bonus if you're thinking about the short rib. read more

Craft is still one of my top faves in the city. Consistent quality and service. Menu was recently revamped. If you haven't been here recently, come back to see the latest updates. read more

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Visiting NYC on a quick biz trip and brought the wife. We weren't even near celebrating our anniversary and someone recommended Craft! We weren't even promptly greeted with our reservation by an incredibly friendly staff that knew we were celebrating an anniversary. I had checked the menu days before going and found it a bit eclectic and pricey. The ambiance when we walked in although very nice didn't match my perception of the pricing. We weren't even promptly pleasantly surprised when we were presented with a menu that had our names printed on it wishing us a happy anniversary. Nice touch! Staff and service was extraordinary and very attentive. I wanted to do the Tasting Menu, but was overruled by my wife who wanted the Table Porterhouse for 2, which was very good and came with spinach, potatoes and mushrooms. 4 stars because I thought the price points were high, especially when I saw portion sizes at nearby tables, all else was excellent. read more

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It's been a while since we have been to Craft in NYC -- probably 10+ years. Craft in Las Vegas is one of our hometown favorites! I am surprised I have never reviewed Craft. My guess is I have been dining at Craft longer than Yelp has existed?! I am happy to say it is still the perfection of hospitality that we remember from visits past. And of course great food and wine. This being a seven week celebration trip of our 35th anniversary I was shameless mentioning that fact in our reservation. Craft celebrated with us with complimentary Champagne and menus emblazoned with the event. Nice touch! We had the hamachi crudo, the quail and our perennial favorite short rib (the best on the planet) along with the mixed mushrooms and potato purée, and a nice bottle of Burgundy which matched perfectly. Craft is perfection. It helped define New York City hospitality twenty plus years ago and is still going strong! And the muffins that they send you home with -- awesome! read more

Craft - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Service is 5 stars- everyone was very nice and attentive Food was a letdown however. A pretty sad birthday meal. Everything was pretty salty. Bread was too toasted, burnt even and had to ask them to replace it. Surprised they even served it so burnt. Pumpkin agnolotti- two of them had no filling which made it taste super salty. It needed the sweet pumpkin filling to balance out the saltiness of the dish but two were missing it. Sage was also overpowering. Octopus dish was good and cooked well. Duck entree was actually pretty good and cooked perfectly. But the monkfish dish was not tasty and very salty. Did not taste like truffle at all and the braised cabbage was just too sour. The dish didn't make sense or taste pleasant. We swapped it out for the John Dory which was fine but nothing spectacular. We were excited to try this restaurant because of Tom Colicchio but we were very disappointed with the quality of what was served.. burnt bread, agnolotti with missing filling, salty dishes. Would not recommend. read more

You'll absolutely have a great meal here with tremendous service. The ambiance and vibe leave a little something to be desired

We had a pretty mixed experience here doing the tasting menu for dinner - not sure we would return. I liked maybe 2 of the 6 courses but that was about it. - Drinks: I really loved the lychee mocktail I got and my husband enjoyed his Negroni. - The bread and butter to start were fabulous. Fresh and homemade. - The first course of caviar with a potato puree and chips was delicious! Very strong start. Sadly everything else went downhill after that for the most part. - The second course of mushroom risotto was too salty for me though my husband enjoyed it. - The third course of Santa Barbara Uni with corn custard and crab was great. I loved the Uni and corn - the crab didn't taste all that great or fresh. - The fourth course was a spiced lobster that I didn't love but my husband thought was ok. The spices were a bit odd to me and my lobster tasted rubbery. - The fifth course was a roasted sirloin steak. My husband said his was fine but mine was very overcooked (well done) so couldn't eat it. I mentioned it to the waiter who offered to have it remade but we just wanted to get home at that point so we just had them take it away. - The final course was a buttermilk panna cotta, which was fine. They also gave us cream puffs as a final bite before we left. - Service: it was very attentive though they forgot to bring us one of our dishes (a side of potato puree). We mentioned it at the end and they seemed unphased and just said ok when we said we didn't need it anymore (eg never apologized). read more

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Fantastic American classics at premium prices in a very classy Flatiron space. For full disclosure: I used to live in a loft upstairs in same building, and ate here a LOT : ) 5 star food: all these years, Craft has been a NY fixture for a reason: Tom Collichio's food is very VERY good. If you think "well, meat and potatoes is just meat and potatoes?" Eat here it'll change you to "wow how DID they do THAT with just meat and potatoes?" 5 star ambience: it's so beautiful inside that they film a Lot of movies inside when the script calls for it"classy Manhattan upscale restaurant" 5 star service: staffers ten to work here for years, and it shows in professionalism, service And courtesy One of my favorite restaurants in NY, and lived there 3 decades with maybe 50 consistently great visits to Craft read more

Craft - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Craft was a great experience. I can see why the restaurant is highly regarded. Being solo I tried a variety of dishes! I started out with a crudo I was really excited because I love a crudo. It was so colorful and beautiful. After taking a bite I did have to stop. So I wasn't asked about dietary restrictions (not a requirement) on the menu the crudo did not specify grapefruit - if it was on there I wouldn't have ordered it. However the staff was really accommodating and brought an arugula salad as an alternative. The scallops were really my favorite. So fresh, and scallops had this wonderful vermouth butter. The potatoes were whipped and creamy. They were a great add to the scallops. The pasta was really good. Borderline salty, but still delicious the crab and the nduja was delicious. The portions were great and the quality was good. Overall a recommend. read more

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I brought my gf here for a belated birthday dinner. This is definitely a gem, bestowed upon us by none other than Tom Calicchio. I made reservations and informed the restaurant that it was a special occasion. They reached out to ask the name of the VIP and unbeknownst to me, printed out her name and salutations on our menus. They print their dining menus every night, so that is just a taste of intentional service that you experience. When we arrived, we were shown a cozy table in their bustling dining room, adorned with beautiful wall art and Edison bulbs. The vibe is sexy and sultry. The cuisine is American fine dining, meant to be enjoyed family-style, and the diners, themselves, design their own dishes. Our server, Ed, introduced himself and proceeded to take our drink orders. He is so on point and if you dine here, you definitely want to sit at one of his tables. Lady and Cesar were also very helpful throughout the night. Cheron, the beverage director, presented us with our half bottle of a nice white bordeaux that I ordered, as I have not had a proper glass of wine in some time. As we ordered our feast, Ed had to calm me down, and gave me direction so that I did not over-order (I do that ALL the time). The portions are on the larger side, as they are meant to be shared, so order appropriately. All of the food was amazing. The way our meal was presented to the table was done so to allow all parties equal access to the dishes. We were so full by the time dessert came. During our meal, we received extra treats from the kitchen. First Course: Amuse-bouche - we received a palate cleansing watermelon gazpacho with parsley oil that was refreshing. Oysters - we had a half dozen kumamotos and they were extremely fresh and sweet. They are perfect on their own but were also served with a complimentary mignonette. Burrata - this was served uncased and creamy, with plums, figs and toasted hazelnuts. This dish was so fresh and full of depth. Grilled Octopus - we had this served with butter beans, capers and Calabrian chili. The flavor was wonderful, however my portion of the protein was slightly tougher than I prefer. I like my grilled octopus very tender. Main Course: Bacon-Wrapped Rabbit - I have been craving rabbit for some time now and I have to say theirs is a nice take. The sauce was silky and rich. However, the dish was not served as warm want as I would have liked. Braised Beef Short Ribs - the meat slid right off the bone. The ribs were so good. We devoured them. Potato Purèe - the potato was so smooth. I initially wanted gnocchi but they ran out. Ed suggested the purèe and it did not disappoint. Hen of the Woods - the mushrooms were cooked well but they were not served hot which was disappointing. Dessert - we shared a chocolate soufflé that was served with vanilla ice cream. The kitchen also sent out a chocolate ice cream and coconut marshmallows with a passionfruit purèe. All of the desserts were great. We had a late seating and by the time we finished our meal, the restaurant was pretty much empty. Cesar took over for the latter part of our meal and presented us with complimentary coffee cake muffins as we left. For the most part, our night was a thoughtful experience. I was not prepared for receiving cold dishes but happily ate all of the flavorful food. I wish it was all perfect but alas, life does not work in this way. I will take 80% perfection any day. Maybe an earlier sitting would have resulted in warmer food. The most important thing is that my gf thoroughly enjoyed herself and I was happy to give her a special night because she definitely deserves it. read more

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Well it was one of the most memorable experiences ever in a dining establishment. Food was on point, we ordered the lamb dinner for the table and 3 entrees for the table. Everything was perfectly seasoned and presented. The staff was top notch, attentive but not hovering. We dined for 2/1/2 hours but it didn't seem like it. It was flawless . Everything was timed perfectly. We opted for no dessert but they brought out some cream puffs that we delightful. Next time we are in New York again we will go again. For sure read more

The food, service, and ambiance were all first class. This was a borderline Mount Rushmore meal for us. Every dish we got was delicious and our cocktails were both great as well. You can't go wrong eating here. read more

3rd time we've been there and we've hoped for something new and exciting, yet leave continuously underwhelmed. No need to go back. While food is tasty and predictable, the service is subpar. Staff lacks personality & warmth - feels performative and showy without depth. We've been forgotten about several times, food has taken 30+ mins. Environment and decor is beautiful and the best part is leaving when you get the treat from the host stand on the way out (even though you sometimes have to remind them). read more

Craft - Black Bass (NY) - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Craft in New York--where do I start? Walking into a Tom Colicchio restaurant, the bar is set high. But this time, things didn't quite hit the mark. Service was late to the shift, and the ambiance? It fell a bit flat, lacking the energy and warmth you expect from a place with this kind of reputation. As for the food, it was just okay, which is disappointing at this level. The steak was done well, but that's table stakes for a Colicchio kitchen. What it lacked was the depth and complexity that should define a meal here. In the end, it was a passable experience, but when you're dining at Craft, you're looking for something more than just passable. Unfortunately, this visit didn't deliver. read more

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Had such a lovely experience at Craft. I sat at the bar and the service was genuinely attentive without being intrusive. The lamb was incredibly tender and flavorful, and the tuna tartare was fresh and perfectly seasoned - truly delicious. The atmosphere strikes the right balance between refined and relaxed, making it an easy spot for both a solo meal at the bar or a dinner out. Overall, a beautiful experience and definitely a place I'd return to. read more

We came here for a family occasion to celebrate a couple grads, and honestly most of us said we would rate this between 3-4 stars. The service was incredible. They were very friendly and accommodating. There is also an extensive wine list. It was moreso the food and the ambiance that we didn't love. This wouldn't be among the first fine dining restaurants I would recommend. First, for dinner, this is a pretty dark and cold restaurant. It would be nice for date night in my opinion. But also since it was cold, that meant our dishes got cold faster. Onto the food. Now, we ordered a lot of food, but only a few dishes were memorable. We got: - Grilled Octopus (5/5) - Roasted Beets (3/5) - Risotto (5/5) - Spaghetti (4/5) - Green Circle Chicken (3/5) - Rohan Duck (4/5) - 36oz Porterhouse Steak (1/5) This was so fatty. Could not eat this. - Grilled Asparagus (4/5) - Assorted Mushrooms (5/5) - Chocolate Passion Fruit Tart (4/5) - 1 scoop of Chocolate Stracciatella (5/5) - 1 scoop of Earl Grey (5/5) - 1 scoop of Thyme Basil sorbet (2/5) read more

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The interior of the restaurant was very nice. We enjoyed the industrial vibe. We came on a slower night so the service was pretty fast and the food was delicious. My favorite dishes are the scallop crudo, eggplant agnolotti and the Pekin Duck. read more

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Such a shame! I will start with the positives. The space is stunning. The staff is so attentive and so nice. The bread and butter was tasted. They give you lots of freebies like the pumpkin soup tasting sample to start but that is where it ends. The portions i laughably small. I just finished dinner there and Im starving! The potato soup was over salted and the smallest portion of soup I have ever seen for $25. The scallop that came in the soup was delicious. We also ordered cod which was okay and my friend had the gnocchi which she said was also ok. They had run out of the crab pasta. The gave us a puffed cream pastry at the end which was delicious. The lemonades were also fresh but so bitter. The bill was no drinks came out to just under $200 and it's a joke to me. I would not recommend and I will not be returning. There are much much much better spots for the food quality and the money. The portions are criminal. read more

There were three of us thật dined ơn a Friday night and yes we did make a reservation. This is the first restaurant in NYC that I have been to where you have room between the tables! I didn't expect that being in NYC! We went ơn restaurant week and this is what we ordered: charred leeks, ricotta agnolotti, and the lumache for first course. For the main course we ordered roasted pork loin, braised short ribs and the cod. For dessert, we got wine poached pear, chocolate blackout cake and the caramalized brioche! The winners for us that we enjoyed eating the most was ricotta agnolotti and the lumache. It was delish! The chestnuts in the ricotta agnolotti added a touch of elegance to the dish that you would never think thế dish needed it. The lumache which is a type of pasta combined with the elegant bolognese was spectacular and went very well together!! After the first course I knew we were in for a treat!! As the standout mains, the cod and the short ribs were spectacular!! You can tell thr short ribs had been cooked for hours and with the right amount of spices and the cod was as outstanding also. The fish was cooked perfectly and the flakiness was superb! As for dessert, we were definitely disappointed by the cake bút the other two were outstanding and it helped to complete an AWESOME meal! As to the service from beginning to end - AMAZING people!! Yiu can tell each of them really enjoyed their job and working there!! I felt pampered and very well take care of!! The staff thật night were truly OUTSTANDING!! And yes if I ever come back to NYC - I would go even without a restaurant week offer!! It was worth every penny and morẻ! Thank you Tom for hiring super duper people and cooking some real awesome dishes!! If you are looking for an experience and memorable meal - this is the place to go!! For those who are FOMO - definitely make a reservation and can't wait to hear of your experiences!! Also love it that my single chair was put into the middle of one side of the table. That was great i never felt alone during the meal. A lot of restaurants don't do this and it feels weird for the third person to sit with no one across them!! Nice touch!! The background music was not overwhelming and we were able to have a conversation without having to scream at each other!! That was very nice to not have to deal with that! read more

A wonderful place to celebrate a special occasion! We've had the privilege to dine at craft on Valentine's Day, birthdays, and an anniversary - and the service has always been what puts the experience over the top. Highly recommend - they will always make sure you leave well fed and feeling very special. Highlights - Potato puree, duck, venison, and all of the desserts! read more

I am a huge Top Chef fan, I've seen every episode at least twice, so of course I had to visit Tom Colicchio's flagship restaurant while we were in NYC! It lived up to my expectations. The oysters were icy cold and delish. The braised short ribs were amazing, we put the sauce on everything. Pork chop and fingerling potatoes were pretty stellar. The chocolate orange tart was to die for! I loved that we got a little amuse starter and petit fours to end the meal. Several servers and managers visited our table and we felt well taken care of. Beautiful design and even the restrooms were classy. Can't wait to go back!! read more

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The best thing about the restaurant is the ambience. It is adult. It is quiet. The decor is lovely. The food is more complicated. Some of the dishes are quite good, particularly the vegetable sides - mushrooms, snap, peas, broccolini. The prices for some of the mains are extremely high. The portions tend to be small , with the exception of some of the meat entrées, the fish portions are adequate and the pastas are minuscule. The main problem with the restaurant is the service. The wait for a main course was about 45 minutes after ordering. And we were told by one of the staff that this was not unusual. The restaurant was not very crowded. The waitstaff was very attentive however once again, no women were employed as wait staff in a restaurant with high menu prices which would generate high tips. read more

Well this was a bucket list restaurant. Yes I learned about this restaurant from watching top chef. To be fair I learned a ton about the culinary world from top chef. I started watching episode one of season one in 2006 crazy to think about how long it's been. Well needless to say the restaurant was amazing from start to finish. The host, service and everything to do with the from of house was great and set the tone the food and cocktails matched the front of the house. We wanted to do the tasting menu but had a show to go to. The server asked the kitchen if they could do it in the allotted time and they said yes. Everything was amazing and right before we left they asked if we would like to check out the kitchen which was awesome to see! Before leaving they left us with a complimentary muffin and a signed menu from Tom! Truly unforgettable experience. I don't even remember the show but will always remember this dinner. read more

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Fantastic food and service for my birthday dinner! Top to bottom everything was perfect. The restaurant has a relaxed comfortable vibe, while still interesting/buzzy read more

I wasn't overly excited when my wife told me we were going to Craft for one of our 2 dinners in NYC. Sure, we're big Top Chef fans, but the menu wasn't super-exciting and with all the options in the city, I didn't want to burn a dinner in a lackluster celebrity chef experience. I couldn't have been more wrong. This food was unbelievable. Highlights were the duck and venison (pictured). The venison loin was absolutely perfect. And just a word about duck...perfectly cooked duck is my white whale - so hard to find. I have had duck breast in many different establishments in many different countries searching for the perfect cook, and I can finally stop looking. The skin was nicely seasoned and perfectly rendered, with none of the chewy white fat remaining below the crispy, potato chip-like texture. The meat was a perfect medium rare and tender. I dream of this duck. read more

Craft - Venison - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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I don't know how I haven't reviewed this before. It's one of my favorite places, but it's definitely a special occasion place because of the price, and because I would not walk in wearing jeans. It's one of those places that you immediatey think, "why are ALL restaurants not this great?!" the service is impeccable. The staff is wonderful. The food is perfect. The bathroom is great. The whole experience is what a real restaurant should be. And that makes it worth the price. But not so often, for me. You get an amuse. You sometimes get a little gift to-go. You don't need to flag down staff, because they're nearby without hovering. And I'd recommend most things. Especially, if you're gluten free or have other food restrictions, they really take care of you. They have tiny loaves of GF bread. No extra charge. And they taste, smell and feel like regular bread. I just can't stress how rare all of that is. And is very much appreciated. Make a reservation. Although we happen to walk in at the end of the night and were fit in. Took a little while for anyone to help us, but the rest of the night was spectacular. Their sides are very large fyi. I crave their roasted mushrooms. They changed my life. read more

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Chef Tom Colicchio's flagship restaurant is well worth the visit! Outstanding food and service in a classy setting. Photographs of the restaurant do not do it justice. The warm colors of the tables, wooden floors, curved wall, and ceiling along with the dim lighting create an intimate and comfortable atmosphere. The setting is not at all upscale (it's actually really casual) yet still very refined. It's a tastefully designed room that is perfect for a dinner date or special occasion. While we loved everything, my favorite dish was the gratin. It is served in a copper cocotte that not only looks great but allows the top to develop a nice crust as the inside stays gooey and creamy. The layers of potato in the gratin are the perfect thickness - not too thin so they fall apart and just thick enough so you can feel the bite (almost slightly al dente) in each bite. And the layers of thyme, pepper, and butter flavor are remarkable. You must order this dish! The agnolotti was also incredible. I did not expect to be a fan of a pasta using a truffle honey sauce, but this was amazing. The truffle flavor tempered the sweetness of the honey so the dish actually was not very sweet. The ricotta stuffing was also delicious. But best of all was the pasta itself: excellently rolled and perfectly cooked egg dough. Another must-order dish! The duck and the octopus were also delicious. I recommend both. The only dish I would not order again was the hen of the woods mushroom - a pretty big surprise considering this was the dish I was the most excited about. The mushrooms were good, but nothing special like the other dishes. The service here is excellent. The wait staff was extremely professional, conversational, and informative. Everyone who works here - not just our waiter but even the host, sommelier, busboys, and the lady refilling our water glasses - clearly loves working here. Their pride in this restaurant is apparent, and it uplifted the entire experience. Their management should be very proud of them. I can't wait to come back! read more

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My husband and I ate here the other night and I'm sorry to say that I'm disappointed. Our waiter was nice but the overall service was pretty substandard. I understand that some wait time is baked in because the dishes are cooked to order. But the lag between our meal and getting our check was unbearably long. In addition, we didn't receive our drink orders until we after we received our appetizer. Also, our waiter skipped key bits of information when discussing the menu, e.g. we only knew that sides could be halved via listening to another waiter explain that fact to a different table (in spite of us specifically asking about the side dishes). Finally, this is a nit, but waitstaff on several occurrences came by with incorrect dishes, orders, etc. This isn't a problem per se, but I would expect a bit more organization in a place of this caliber. As for the food, we ordered the arugula salad with pine nuts, preserved lemon & parmesan...and frankly it was something we could have made at home. The ratio of parmesan to lemon juice wasn't correctly calculated, thus rendering the salad entirely too salty. We were floored that the price was $25. As for our entrees, I will admit that they were well made. However, there was nothing special to us that could justify the high prices. We have eaten better high cuisine at lesser price and so we were pretty underwhelmed with what we got. Finally, this didn't affect us but the chef ran out of broccoli and several tables surrounding us had to order a different side dish. Again, this is short of my expectations as I would expect better food management in a place of this caliber. At the end of our meal (sans dessert), we paid a $213+ check and walked out pretty disgruntled at the damage and overall lack of reward. As we were leaving, we given complimentary banana muffins. In continuing with the trend, the muffins were dry and not super duper flavorful. I'm sorry to say that I've made better banana bread and that the complimentary gift did not change our opinion that we would not be returning to Craft any time soon. read more

Amazing dinner with my wife here on Wednesday night ! Service was impeccable and staff were awesome so polite , nice , friendly and non pretentious. Loved the food from starter (Tuna and the. Pasta with truffle ) and the mains wow all brilliant...my partner had the chicken which was just perfect and I had the sea bass and that was wow...Loved Loved Loved it ! read more

Stunning restaurant. Sweet street lights and very Parisian cafe outside- Beautiful inside. Spacious and lovely. Very sweet hostess. Welcoming vibes. Our server was very friendly. Not very attentive but thoughtful enough to bring a beautiful birthday dessert and ice cream accompaniments. He was great with his words and sold us on a few menu items- however, they were a little disappointing. We were super excited about the bread, he made it seem like it was created by the gods on Mount Olympus - fresh, baked, local- so of course we were anxiously waiting wilting drool from our mouths only to reach for a nearly frozen slice of bread- cold and super dissatisfied. Beautifully presented though. Food presentation was beautiful for our entire table. Appetizers were mediocre for me- the octopus was chewy and a very small portion for the pricing- Side items: The risotto was salty and not warm. The cheesy mash was like glue. It was so hard to share this item. Aglioto- I believe. The shishito peppers were pretty bland and we pretty much wasted those. Mains: I tried a bite of my friends duck and it was duck-licious! Crispy skin, but savory and supple-tender meat. Well flavored! My sea-bass was a huge let down- overcooked and under seasoned. I was so so sad. It was $50, sigh. Let down! Desserts: The donuts were delicious. Amazing. Loved the other desserts as well. Meh to Craft. It was alright- read more

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Huge shout out to Craft making an anniversary couple feel super special! I made a huge whoop-de-doo about a previous, more expensive restaurant not really acknowledging our anniversary & it was like Craft was listening & taking notes. Upon arrival 2 people congratulated us, then our server, then the sommelier arrived w/ complimentary bubbles & congrats. What?! 4 thoughtful acknowledgments in the first 5 mins?! They even printed our names in the menu. We did the tasting menu w/ the paired wines & the sommelier was fantastic! I believe her name was Cheron & she was super informative with the details of each wine. The meal was good, it didn't knock our socks off but looking at the whole experience the service would keep us coming back it was top notch. read more

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One of the best restaurant experiences of my life. Dinner with 4 friends for my 60th birthday. Had a happy hour beverage before our reservation. Staff was engaging and enjoyable. Sat at our table and the waiter was very helpful and informative. An amuse boush was a surprise hit at our table. Food came family style and it was amazing. Personal touch to the dessert for my birthday. Fully recommend! read more