My zara bag got a velvet stool as a seat ('nuff said!) If I can give Daniel 7 stars, I would because the entire dining experience was comparable to a 7 star hotel I'd once stayed at. The service, the staff, the presentation, the ambiance - everything was just impeccable!!! I was a little hesitant about going to Daniel after seeing pictures of the dining room because it looked a bit stuffy, but I got a completely different vibe when we were seated. Granted when I looked around the dining room, we probably brought down the average age of the customers because most ppl were there for business, dates, or family occasions, but I think that's what made it fun. Don't wait for a special occasion to go! We all got the 3 course tasting menu and there were so many enticing items on the menu that I deferred to the waiter for suggestions and he did not disappoint! So I would definitely encourage you to ask them for their favorites before you order! I can even venture to say this is probably the best meal of 2011 in terms of the overall dining experience, so if you are looking to splurge on a meal, this is a great way to do it! read more

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Service here is excellent. Superb. You will never wait for water or bread or anything. I had the lemon/lavender gin cocktail. It was perfect. Refreshing and not too sweet, served with an aromatic sprig of lavender. Also it came with one really big ice cube, so I was able to take my time and my drink not get watered down (yayy surface area!) Got the 3 course tasting menu and added the swordfish. (An entree alone is $79, and the 3 courses is $125, which is somewhat of a disparity imho) Long Island Fluke. Fresh, clean delicious. Mint and fresh celery relative, the wine pairings for this course and all the courses were fantastic. Swordfish served with peppers and olives wrapped in a mild chorizo, served with a polenta with a tangy hollandaise sauce. Served with a pinot noir, it was awesome. Colorado lamb, excellently prepared with an au jus that was flavorful without solely relying on salt for flavor. Served with artichokes, spinach and beans, which were probably the downside of the entire meal. They weren't bad just not worth eating almost after everything else we ate. Atome rouge (had to order the atomic themed dessert, I am a chemistry teacher after all). Little chocolate balls stuffed with deliciousness. Served with a dessert wine that gave all the feeling of a port without the syrupy feel of a port. Is the food good? Yes. Is it the best I've ever eaten? No. Reputation carries clout in NYC, and Daniel is taking the slightest of advantages of that fact. read more

Daniel - Atome Rouge - French Near Me - New York, New York

Had the most amazing meal and experience at Daniel. We had the tasting menu paired with wine. Everything was perfectly matched. Our host and server were the best ever, which made for a more memorable night. The icing on the cake... we got a tour of the kitchen and met Daniel himself. Was a moment we will never forget. He was the nicest, kindest man. Made our year! We will be back again, what a majestic experience. read more

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I can't even begin to put in words how amazing this place is. Went here for me and my bf's 5th yr anniversary and boy was it the best dining experience of our lives !! From start to finish the service and meals were impeccable. I am one of the most pickiest eaters, so before going here I was a bit nervous about having to try some unfamiliar menu items. But everything tasted so fresh and well prepared that I didn't mind I was eating things out of my comfort zone. We had the 3 course dinner with complementary champagne and dessert (thanks to a lovely friend who works here). Before our actual meal they brought us 2 small tasting platters.The quail egg was the best part. In between each course the bread guy would also come and offer us a different bread selection to pair with our food. I had the duo of beef for my main and my bf had the pork chop. Both were soooo tender and juicy amazingggg. Best part of the night was the dessert hands down some of the best we ever had. 2 drinks and a coffee later along with tiny chocolate squares towards the end of the night... we left your 3 hr dining experience full, satisfied, happy, overwhelmed, and giggly. The only complaint I would have is I wish the main course and the dessert would have been a tad bit bigger, but it's understandable since it's French cuisine hence the smaller portions. Wonderful experience would like to go back in the future. Prepare to spend a pretty penny here but it's definitely worth a visit. read more

Daniel - Complementary dessert with passion fruit sorbet :) - French Near Me - New York, New York

I can't wait to come back to try everything on the menu! Off the menu: They serve 5 different varieties of bread: my favorite was the rosemary bread which had this enticing aroma and flavor that made me crave for more. I could not stop. Their cheese focaccia were great too. Free birthday dessert, which was chef's creative inspiration of the moment. They try to compliment it with the rest of your dessert courses, and it succeeded. LOVED their hot madeleines, which were served during dessert. It was super fluffy with just a hint of sweetness. Complimentary plate of sweets which included mini macaron, variety of gelatin concoction and mini fluffy cakes. Great to nibble with your ice cream. At the end of dessert course, they serve a variety of mini chocolate bites. It was good, but by then I was so stuffed I couldn't taste anything anymore. Did their 3 course prix fixe. My favorite was their foie gras, which just melted in your mouth. Taste of foie gras was not overpowering but with just the right amount of kick that made it linger in your mouth. They also had a black cod special which I devoured. The cod was crispy on the outside but super fluffy and soft on the inside. It was cooked just right! The celery and broccoli gave the dish some texture. Abalone with sea buckthorn was ingenious. The tarteness of the sea buckthorn really elevated the flavor of the creamy, hearty abalone. The greens also helped to balance the buttery-ness of the abalone. Result: party in your mouth! read more

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It is the second time that we have dinner at Daniel for our anniversary. The first time was 3 years ago and we had kept such a wonderful memory of it! Everything was perfect! This time, was different. We booked an outdoor table ( had to fight with a few mosquitoes during dinner).The service was fine but we had to wait an hour between our appetizers and our entree! When we asked our waiter to check on the food for the second time, things went faster but because we were hungry and bored, we ate too much bread and were full when our entree arrived. Why were we served olive oil with their delicious bread instead of butter? It is a French restaurant, you except delicious butter... We got the 2 chocolate desserts which were really disappointing, we barely had 2 bites. But our waiter nicely brought us an extra dessert for our anniversary, and it was devine! It is shame that this raspberry cake was not on the menu! Because this was a special night for us, because we had driven 2 hours from CT to get there, we were really disappointed by the whole experience. read more

#1,385 to review...and that is from people that took the time to praise this incredible restaurant. Our first time here; my amazing fiance is a chef and owns restaurants in DC/VA/MD and we were both so excited to experience this incredible "symphony" because I am almost at a loss for words. I could go on about all the food we ate and describe it in detail - everyone has fantastic stories about their meals (except the mean Yelpers). My thoughts: -Beautiful room, with this wall of stunning colorful flowers. -Bernardaud China, French name of course! -Bread Service. I was told they don't count the number of times guests ask for more bread but seriously...they must...i had three portions and three pats of the butter! Having been on a low carb diet lately, I knew I would indulge. The butter...ohmygosh...and the seeded bread (warm of course) -Bathrooms: spotless and beautiful - enough said - i always check out the bathrooms! -Service. Unparalleled. Always anticipating, never hovering. An art form to be experienced. Genuinely hospitable and describing each dish as it was served to us - in detail. I can barely describe what ingredients are in my homemade Mac N Cheese. -Outstanding wine list. Even though we didn't purchase a bottle of wine, the sommelier still treated us the same as if we had purchased a bottle of Domaine Leflaive, Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru 2014. -Plating and the beauty of the food presentation - surpassed only when you eat it. I imagine there is barely ANY WASTE from the plates by the time they make it back to the wash area. -A darling little velveteen purse stool that you can rest your purse - they think of everything! -Desserts. Desserts. For goodness sakes, you have a 2017 James Beard award winning Pastry Chef who started with the Daniel Boulud in 2001 and is now the Executive Pastry Chef at Daniel. Ghaya Oliveira is so talented! -Jackets required for men - yeh!!! -Personalized menu to take home with full descriptions of our meal and the date. Surprised - what a great way to remember the evening. -Each of us received a little brown box that housed a Cannele. OK...am i the ONLY person who has never had one of these? I tried it the next morning after my 6 mile run in Central Park (needed to burn off those incredible desserts) and my eyes may have rolled back in my head. My fiance caught me eating his too!! Is there any way to purchase these and have them shipped here to DC...or wait..does DBGB DC have them? I'm going to call them! After dinner, one of the nicest managers, Daniel, asked my fiance if we would like to see the kitchen and meet the chef. It was truly an honor. It was the middle of a busy Friday during service and we met Executive Chef Jean-Francois Bruel and Eddy Leroux, Chef de Cuisine. They took the time to take pictures with us - really! How do they look so relaxed?! I think i was sweating more than them! Then we were taken up to The Skybox. Pinch me! This is the birds eye view of the DANIEL kitchen, a private dining space. Personal pictures in an intimate setting. We were truly blessed to experience this restaurant. Truly. read more

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While I was traveling in New York, I decided to treat myself at Daniel. (It was my birthday) I was a little bit worried about dining at Daniel since I heard their service was different between the familar person and those who are not. Actually I dont need to be worried about it! Service I received that night was just amazing!! The host was welcoming and nice. My server was friendly and very polite. Prior to placing an order, I talked with my server for few min. and enjoyed the conversation with him. I ordered a glass of wine, fluke, foie gras, wagye, and chocolate dessert. Oh.. bread was sooo good. It was served warm and so delicious. And 3 amuse were also great. Since I love bread and amuse, I had a high expectaion about main dishes. Before my appetizer was brought to me, I got a complimentary lobster dish from the chef! I did not expect it and really appreciate. Fluke and wagye were good but my favorite was FOIE GRAS. It was best foie that I have tried. After I finished my meal, I had to choose dessert but it was hard to decide. My server recommened chocolate dessert so I chose it with coffee. BUT actually I received two desserts! My server said me that graduation is the one of biggest event in my life and congrats it. At that night, I just only one table that dined alone. However, I did not feel alone. Every staffs were just awesome. (One of them took a picture for me :D). They made a conversation but it never intrupted my meal. And they always smiled me. I felt very comfortable although it was a michelin starred and fine dining restaurant. When I received the bill, I realized that they did not include a glass of wine.. Oh my dear.. I received 2 complimentary dishes and a glass of wine...! In terms of food and service, I highly recommend Daniel! I dined other michelin restaurants in NY, Daniel was the best. Seriously it was the best day and best dining ever in my life! read more

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So NOT worth it!! The food was either very blunt or not tasty at all. I'm very upset I spent so much on it. I already tried another Michelin restaurant and huge difference. Don't waste you time or money. Don't go there. read more

Eating a meal at Daniel is one of the experiences that will remind you how good we have it here in NYC. I may get frustrated with the MTA sometimes, but a meal like this makes it all worthwhile. We did a four course tasting menu and sampled a lot of different things, but by far the most transcendent part of the meal was the foie gras stuffed wild grouse ("It was wild birds hunted in Scotland so you have to watch out for any shot that may be in the meat"). Extremely gamey and very rich, this is not a dish you will see in very many restaurants. Everything else including the short ribs, garlic-lamb, veal sweetbreads, and desserts were fantastic also. read more

When reviewing a 3-michelin, one of the top restaurants in the world, one must keep in mind that my review is relative. Is the food up there? absolutely. Is it worth the hype? yes. It's classical french cuisine done to it's finest. There were really no flaws in food and execution, but on a relative basis compared to other restaurants at this level, a couple things annoyed me: if I have a reservation at X time, please don't seat me 15 minutes later (but oh, they do have a world-famous bar but that's besides the point) and second, the service while overwhelmingly nice at times, was very slow towards the end of the meal. It was getting late on a weeknight, but it was pretty surprising. So even though this would rank in the top 10 of my life, I have to be objective and give it a one-star deduction. read more

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We went 2 years ago. Food was okay not much to rave about, their pastry chef though was out of this world!! Make sure if you go there, taste their homemade bread and try a Madeleine, you will not regret. read more

It is quite a treat eating at a 3 star Michelin restaurant. Daniel is one of the best values out there, especially the 3 course $110 dollar pre-theater menu which comes with wine pairing! There is a sitting/lobby area as you walk in with a coat check. I believe you wait 10-15 minutes there until the main dining room is ready and then a server will escort you to your table one at a time in a orderly fashion. The decor and "upscaleness" is apparent when you walk in. You can sip on a drink while you wait, and they'll bring it to your table when you get seated. The attire says Jackets are required, but we could take them off while in the dining room, they didn't mind, unlike some other places where I had to keep it on. You know you go to these fancy french restaurant and then none of the waiters speak French, this place was definitely legit, seems like all the waiters spoke French. The service and attention to detail was impeccable. The order in which orders were place ladies first then men, and having our meals served in perfect unison with 5 waiters. All the movements and actions by our servers were with a purpose and synchronized. Amazing Service, 6/5 if that were possible. Oh and ladies, they even give you a little stool to place your purse next to you. On to the FOOD: (i don't remember exactly but just from memory) *Amuse- it was a trio of lobster I believe, I don't remember exactly but I'll attache the picture. *Starter: Peekytoe Crab Salad with Cumin Carrot Coulis- Spanner Crab Craquelin, Ginger, Avocado. It was good but nothing spectacular (4/5) *Entree: Tasting of Veal- Roasted Tenderloin with Eggplant Puree Braised Cheeks with Glazed Zucchini Crispy Sweetbreads with Caper Caponata This was delicious, medium rare and pink. Nice crust on the outside and great sauce (5/5) *Dessert: Lemongrass Poached Pineapple- Coconut Meringue, Lime-Rum Gelee Pina Colada Sorbet This dessert was light and to die for. The sorbet and the end of the meal hit the spot. (5/5) All the wines we had were great, my friends like the Muscato the most, probably because we aren't real wine drinkers. We also got some chocolates and a whole plate of other small desserts in addition, so it was really more than 3 courses! Beginning to end took a little more than 2 hours and we were a little late for our broadway show, but it was so worth it. This place was extremely good value for how much we paid. Excellent service and food, 3 star Michelin restaurant, and the total after tip/tax per person was only around $140ish. Other Michelin 3 start restaurants are a once in a lifetime occasion, but Daniel I would make another trip to! read more

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Great food, service and ambiance. Definitely planning to go again in the near future.

Came for dinner and tried everything on the tasting menu. Duck terrine with Sicilian pistachio, rose petal-poached rhubarb black cardamom gelée, and young mesclun - the terrine was almost perfect, the rhubarb and gelee added another dimension to the taste Rabbit porchetta with chorizo, pickled Saint Georges mushroom, Orléans mustard cream, artichoke-frisée salad - very salty, couldn't really taste the rabbit gaminess, which may be a good thing ---------------- Tai Snapper ceviche with celery vinagrette, tapioca pearls, shaved radish, Northern Lights caviar - ceviche was more like sashimi but it was pretty fresh and you got 5 pieces, caviar was a nice touch but could have used more (who doesn't want more caviar?) Peektoe crab salad with cumin-carrot coulis, spanner crab craquelin, ginger, avocado - the crab salad was good but the craquelin was filled with crab meat and was crunchy on the outside, so what more can you ask for? ---------------- Maine sea scallop rosette with lovage, Hawaiian hearts of palm, avocado-tomatillo coulis, pickled Fresno pepper - a circular dish with diced hearts of palm underneath, couldn't get a great feel for the scallops in this dish Chanterelle and Maine lobster ravioli, sautéed lambsquarters, pink peppercorn - very salty but the ravioli did have a lot of lobster in it along with the mushrooms, probably my least favorite course ---------------- Grilled Alaskan King salmon with black musto oil, stuffed zucchini, oregano-pine nut gremolata - the salmon was fresh and the zucchini was pretty good. However, in the end it is still salmon, albeit cooked a perfect medium rare Yellowfin tuna la plancha with sweet pepper ragout, marinated anchovies, chickpea panisse, bush basil, Ibérico ham - preferred this dish to the salmon and the ham adds a lot of flavor ---------------- Tasting of Veal: roasted tenderloin with eggplant purée, braised cheeks with glazed zucchini, crispy sweetbreads with caper caponata - the tenderloin was medium rare and was good, the cheeks were tender and the best of the 3 veals, and the sweetbreads were not as crunchy as I would have liked but still were very good Duo of Beef: Black Angus short ribs with fava bean coulis, seared Wagyu tenderloin, Oregon morels, tarragon-spinach custard -the short ribs melted in your mouth and the tenderloin was cooked a perfect medium rare. Although Wagyu is the pricier meat, the short ribs tasted better ---------------- Lemongrass poached pineapple, coconut meringue, lime-rum gelée, piña colada sorbet - light dessert and the pina colada flavor of the sorbet did not overpower the dessert Warm Guanaja chocolate coulant, liquid caramel, fleur de sel, milk sorbet - the coulant had a nice gold flake on top, never had milk sorbet before and it was lighter than ice cream ---------------- Madelines - warm from the kitchen and they left the basket for us, although I was stuffed, I still ate a couple Petit fours - a variety of small bites, as too full to try more than one but it was good Chocolate truffles - rich, thick, chocolately ---------------- The service was spectacular and I would certainly go back. It is one of the most memorable fine dining experiences in NYC and deserving of the 3 Michelin stars it received. read more

Daniel will forever be one of my favorite, most memorable restaurants & meals because I got engaged here! =D Everything was absolutely delicious and spotless. Our whole experience at the restaurant was fabulous and we are not surprised by the great ratings and reviews. We had the 4 course meal with a side of Riesling for me & vodka neat for my boyfriend. In-between our 4 courses the waiters brought out small appetizers. The bread and butter were both delicious & we could not get enough. For our first course my boyfriend had the Homard (Maine Lobster) and I had the Poulet (chicken & Foie Gras Mosaic). For the 2nd course we had the Foie Gras and the slow cooked Trout. For the main course we both had the Wagyu Beef Tenderloin. Everything was so flavorful, delicious and the presentation was beautiful. We were very full and satisfied with everything that we ordered. I am still dreaming of that trout and the beef tenderloin. The wait staff was very courteous, helpful, friendly and went above and beyond to make our experience amazing. Thank you Daniel Restaurant for an unforgettable night. =D (As far as the dessert goes, my fiance proposed right before we got the dessert and I am not 100% how everything tasted.. I tried the dessert but cannot recall the taste or what my favorite was.. Although, I am sure it was all amazing!) read more

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My fiancé chose this restaurant to celebrate my birthday. This place provides an upscale ambience with excellent service and delicious tastings! We tried the chefs menu offering and totally loved it! read more

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We've never had an experience of a Michelin star rated restaurant so we decided on Daniel for a very special birthday celebration. The minute we walked through the doors we felt transported into luxury. The decor was beautiful and the staff were incredibly polite and friendly. We were seated at a sweetheart table overlooking the main dining room. I was brought a small upholstered stool for my purse. And they actually provided those little compressed hand towels that expand when warm water is poured over them. Boy did my hands feel fancy! We ordered the 7 course chefs tasting menu and wine pairing, and it was absolutely fabulous. Before the meal started we were treated to an amuse bouche of carrots with carrot purée and warm fougasse with olive oil. Minor was our guide along the way and was so kind and patient with us, taking time to answer all our questions and explain the details of each dish. All of the staff involved in service, from the wait staff to the sommelier were fantastic, and by the end of the night we felt we'd been there with friends. Each dish served was more beautiful than the last, but my personal favorite has to be dish #1 of the avocado veloute soup with tempura soft shell crab. I could have swam in it! The white asparagus was also surprisingly dreamy and I really enjoyed the saki-wasabi emulsion with the sea bass. I wasn't ashamed to mop up every bit of sauce or purée on my plate with my bread - it was that good that I didn't want any little crumb to go to waste! I also had a tropical non-alcoholic drink (some mix of pineapple, mango, and other things) which was delightful. The attention to detail doesn't just stop with the decor and the food, but service is meticulous! Each course brings a fresh set of silverware brought in a wood box. Dishes are served at the same time by multiple servers. Everything has a specific spot on the table, lined up to perfection. And the choice of plate complements the food being served. We finished off the night with an amazing array of desserts, including the complimentary warm petite madeleines and the cutest little passion fruit petit fours that had a punch of flavor packed into a small little bite. The staff brought out a special dessert for the birthday boy of some kind of chocolate covered marshmallow with a lit candle. And thankfully nobody sang lol. I can't say enough good things about this place. We are total noobs to fine dining such as this but we never felt out of place or looked down on, and the food was a delight to the eyes as well as the mouth. I was a little bit bummed when I realized on the way home we didn't get the little personalized menu print out of everything we ate that I saw other reviewers had received, but that in no way dampens our enjoyment of the evening. We're going to start saving now to do this again one day! read more

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There is couple of reasons why this place got 3 Michelin stars, one their food is amazing!! Really this is the best place in new york!! I've tried some other France restaurants in NY and let me tell you this is by far the best one!! Never seen such excellent service in my life, I will be back to this place 100%!!!! If you go there make sure to try the rabbit chorizo, amazing. The reason for 4 stars and not 5 is the price. Super super super expensive. read more

Daniel - The Rabbit Chorizo, One Word To Describe It = WOW - French Near Me - New York, New York

Came here for an anniversary/birthday and had a great experience. I can rave about the food all I wanted but I don't think they need another great review on food with that two Michelin star on the wall (Congrats for retaining it this year!). Instead, I would like to focus on the service on this review. Our server was very personable without being awkward. When I asked for recommendations, she was able to describe the dish with maximum accuracy down to the temperature and texture of the dish. She was very genuine and excited about the dish she recommended. Working her magic on the foie gras at my table side, she engaged in a very friendly conversation. And as always, a little complimentary dessert goes a long way. Need I mention more about how the dishes are served on the table at the exact same time. It gets me every time and still gives me chills when I think about it. read more

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I have been going to Daniel since 2002. The quality of the service has weakened throughout the years. Last night was a new one where the server made a novice mistake of switching our entrees. read more

It was really wonderful The food was so delicious and the staff was great I can't believe how they kept bringing special treats we didn't order But as we left a woman was screaming that she saw a rat in there read more

There is no words to describe the sublime surrounding and dining experience chez Daniel. This is one beautiful, elegant and modern restaurant! The entire staff is absolutely fantastic and provides upper echelon service! The food is of course superb and served in a pleasant pace with great wine pairing through each course. Suffice to say we were treated like royalty! read more

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Great restaurant, most distinctive decor, and best service Recommended: * Duo of beef - the wagyu tenderloin and short rib were tender, savory, and flavorful. Flawless. * Sea scallops appetizer - plating was absolutely beautiful with delicious green elements (baby bok choi, gremolata, broccoli tempura, etc). Scallops were superbly tender without fishy taste. * The garlic bread in the complimentary selection of rolls. Wonderful piece of browned garlic inside and dried garlic on top. * Ice cream - the caramel ice cream on our dessert plate had a amazingly intense flavor with a delightfully understated sweetness. The milk flavored ice cream was also very good. * Gingerbread in the poached pear dessert (see below). * Took home the madeleines, they were great warmed up the next morning. Small and fluffy with a light citrus aroma. Just okay: * Sea bass with syrah sauce - everyone recommends this but the flavor of the syrah sauce was not as intense as I would have expected. The fish was well cooked but I think it's hard to make black sea bass an impressive fish, as it lacks the airy flakiness and subtle sweetness of a black cod or chilean sea bass. A good dish but was looking for more. * Poached pear dessert - I was expected a whole pear but got pear balls (the size of melon balls) that I wished were more firm or had more flavor. That said, the gingerbread in the dish was a positive surprise as it was super moist and not very sweet, without being overpowering on the ginger side. Service was perfect and friendly. We felt at home in a beautiful and distinctive main dining area. Prix-fixe for two was $226 ($105 each for three-course prix fixe, plus $16 extra for beef duo) before tax and tip. read more

When I do a review there is a reason why I give three or four stars to most of the "very good" to "excellent" restaurants I dine at. And that is because there are a few - like Daniel - that deserve five stars because they are indeed head and shoulders above the rest. My wife and I went to New York for our 40th anniversary. We wanted to dine at a top notch restaurant (Michelin starred or the equivalent) for our celebratory meal. Our anniversary fell on a Monday so a bunch of places that met our criteria were closed. Daniel was open, had a table available, we love French inspired food, so I booked it. From the moment we walked in it was obvious they do it right. A bit early for our table, we were offered a seat in the lounge. The waiter inquired, "Would you like a cocktail?" "No thanks," we replied. "We plan on a wine pairing tonight." "I understand. May I offer a glass of cold water instead?" It was much appreciated. Our table was ready at the time of our reservation. Our server appeared promptly greeting us with a cheery "Happy Anniversary" (as did the sommelier and other staff when they first appeared table side). We started the evening with glasses of champagne. Soon afterward we were presented the menu to look at -- though I don't think we needed to spend much time going over it since we did our homework and thanks to their excellent web site we knew that Daniel offered a seven course tasting menu. We also knew that the sommelier offered a standard and premium wine paring. So we actually knew exactly what we were going to order before we even stepped through the front door -- the tasting menu and the premium wine pairing. A lovely amuse and an tasty appetizer trio were served as we finished up our champagne. Then the real fun began. The progression of the menu, the pacing of the meal, and the pairing of the wine were all outstanding. And the food was pretty darn good too -- sensational, seasonal, locally sourced ingredients; expertly prepared; well conceived in flavor, aroma and texture; and all artfully plated. [For us: Fluke (ceviche style with uni, caviar, granny smith apple), Minted Pea Soup (with crawfish & pea tendrils), Soft Shell Crab (tempura with nama yuba, pickled spruce tips & kafir lime bisque), Escargot (with spring garlic, fiddle head fern, pioppini & barley), Trout (with asparagus, red grits & nettles), Waygu Beef Tenderloin (with morels, pommes almandine & fava bean mousseline).] The sommelier hit a home run with the wine pairings. Each wine was poured just before the course was served so we had ample time to take in the bouquet and have a first taste. The wine paired with the escargot was particularly successful (Domaine Bzikot Puligny-Montrachet "La Roussell" Burgundy, 2013). It reminded me of sawdust on the floor of a woodworker's shop. But it paired exquisitely with the earthiness of the escargot dish. There were two options for dessert on the tasting menu and as we debated which to choose, both were served with "Happy 40th Anniversary" piped in chocolate on the plate. For an encore we were offered delicate chocolate candies to nibble on and a petit babas to take home and enjoy later They also printed us a souvenir menu to remember the evening. Was Daniel perfect? I'd have to say, "No." I thought the bread was average (though the butter with specialty salts was a nice touch). There was a bit of silver skin tissue in my wife's waygu beef tenderloin (but 99.48% of it melted in her mouth). The dishes, though flavorful and beautifully prepared, were not what I would call cutting edge or innovative. And the tasting menu with premium wine paring is pretty pricey. (But I like to think of it like this -- it only us cost us $16.25 per person per year over the 40 years of our marriage! That's a bargain if there ever was one!) In the end, was the evening at Daniel excellent and worth every cent? Yes, without a doubt! Daniel delivered!! read more

This restaurant is definitely one of the top 10 in the world. Chef Daniel Boulud is one of the top five chefs in the world and it's definitely a privilege and experience to dine here. I've been coming here since he was the executive chef at LeCerc at the same location. He changes the decor about every 8/10 years and it's always beautiful elegant and up-to-date. the customer service is impeccable to go along with the five star French cuisine. I am a vegetarian and chef Daniel used to always come out and personally talk to me about my order and things that I loved so he could combine a beautiful dinner or lunch for me that was a work of art for my palate. And each presentation dish is a visual work of art. The Wine and champagne selection is fantastic. If you plan on coming here to eat and you're not used to find dining please come with your manners and wear a sport jacket if you're a gentleman because you are not allowed in if you don't. I love that old school rule. Girls that work there are soft spoken beautiful and kind. This restaurant is perfect and truly one of my favorite restaurants worldwide. The only negative thing or setback to mention that unfortunately you may have to endure is the Arrogant, Rude, and very Insensitive foodService Director that they have working there now. It's sad how some people let a great job and opportunity go to their head! read more

It was an amazing experience! We went here for my husbands birthday. The staff was very professional and friendly. We were concerned about the weather as we decided to do the outdoor cabana, however, it was so warm that layers were far from required. The cabanas are very intimate and there is a clear glass separating you from the party next door. I was very surprised that sound did not travel between the cabanas giving more privacy ! The food was amazing. Happy to see a business service so well in terms of quality and presentation. They do have a limited prefix menu so we hope to go back once the business is fully up and running normal post Covid. read more

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So my review comes in a little late but I had to post it because our experience was unforgettable and in a great way! My husband and I drove from the DMV area to celebrate his birthday at Daniel and it was the best decision we could have made. From the beautiful restaurant to the service we were provided and amazing food I couldn't have asked for anything more. It by far exceeded all our expectations to our dining experience. I want to to thank our servers because of them they truly made this experience memorable! read more

Daniel - Best servers ever! - French Near Me - New York, New York

We dined at Restaurant Daniel for the first time a few weeks ago. There really is nothing I can say that hasn't been parroted by others. This restaurant is worth every bit the 5 stars and then some. The food was...literally on a whole other level from most restaurants, Michelin star or otherwise. I'll post a few pictures but honestly, the only thing that should keep you from booking a reservation is if there isn't a slot available. read more

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Yes the atmosphere is amazing the service is great but the food? I do a lot of fine dining so I'm not trying to be critical. There are so many places in the city. So for fairness the cooking is great but there are many other restaurants I'd rather go to. We started with St Jacques because I love scallops. That was my highlight the Foei Gras was just the same as any place. I was hoping for more. We ordered the Salmon, Pigeon and pork. It was all good but for the price I could do better. I enjoy fish maybe next time I'd get the Lotte. This is fine dining at it's best but it just didn't do it for me. read more

A meal at Daniel is an elaborate production; an art gallery, the ballet and a fine dining established wrapped up into one lovely white table-clothed, high-ceilinged package. The waiters pirouette around the tables, their movements precise, fluid and crisp and just as smoothly take your order while making suggestions after assessing your tastes with a keen eye. The meal started off with the bread basket. Warm, fragrant rosemary bread was placed on my plate. 'Don't fill your stomach with bread,' my companions warned, 'you're going to want to leave enough space for all the food we've ordered.' I wish they'd told me this before I'd polished it all off but I'm going to say - totally worth it. We were then served a trio of forgettable carrot amuse bouches before the appetizers arrived which magically disappeared in the blink of an eye. The servers are just *that* good. I've always had the prawn vs scallop dilemma at every fine dining establishment I've been to. I love the texture of prawns but I like the idea of scallops better and when I saw that Daniel was offering a hazelnut encrusted version, despite my aversion to all things foam, I decided to give it a go. I should have gone with the prawns. It wasn't that the scallops were horrendously bad per se but the foam was distracting and the scallops were slightly too watery for my taste. But that was probably the only not so great part of the meal, the other appetizers made up for it. The pressed duck foie gras terrine was fantastically flavourful and the duck pate had the most amazing texture. Now the good part. I love love love love love love love Daniel's lamb loin. It was sheer medium done perfection. The meat was moist and tender and even though there seemed to be a lot going on in terms of texture and flavours, they all melded together to form a heavenly bite of food. Perhaps that's why it was called the Elysian Fields Lamb Loin. If you're not a fan of lamb, then I suggest the duo of beef which is perfectly pink in the center and almost as good as the lamb. I was definitely more fond of the sides that accompanied the beef - never knew braised savoy cabbage could taste so good. I'm ashamed to say by this point, I was stuffed to the brim. We had ordered two fantastic bottles of wine (which I sadly forgot to take note of) and the desserts just kept coming and coming and coming. I would suggest the coconut lemongrass soup for something a little different but if you're more traditional, you can't go wrong with the warm guanaja chocolate coulant. Our server brought us some pretty mini madeleines and a final dessert plate of petit fours but I had to pass. I know, I know, I fail as a foodie. Daniel was a brilliant meal, there's no doubt about it. The fact that the food was also a feast for the eyes with the gorgeously decorated plates and the impeccable service makes me realise why its been a New York establishment for all these years. If I could, I'd go back again in a heart beat but as they say, everything in moderation, except maybe that lamb loin. read more

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Wonderful service, food, and experience!! The staff was extremely attentive. Food was delivered with impeccable timing, just enough time to digest but not need to wait around. I am gluten free and they were able to easily accommodate that modification. The two other people I went with took home a small thank you treat, and they had a special gluten free one made for me. I couldn't decide on a dessert, so they brought me both. Wonderful place! read more

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Every course was exceptional and the service was impeccable at this top notch fine dining spot which has been on my list for years. One of the best meals I've ever had (and I've had some fantastic ones). 5+ stars Food: 5, Atmosphere: 5, Service: 5 Cost to worth it rating: 3 ($234 for 7 course tasting, $135 wine pairing) Return worthiness: YES!!!! Highlights: - Escargot: I enjoy escargot but didn't think much of this course when I saw the menu and it ended up being my favorite. The rich thin dark sauce packed in so much flavor, the pieces of escargot were tender, the small cubes of parsnip added texture and a balance to the richness, and the biscuit crust later made it a savory pie. Incredible. My description isn't doing it justice. 5 stars - Fish: silky smooth, fresh, and lightly kissed by citrus. Beautiful. 5 stars - Veal: tender savory sauce line of foie. 5 stars - Foie: beef cheek, foie grad, and carrot pressed info a tower of beautiful artistic plating. 5 stars - Cheese cart: best I've had. So hard to chose but everything was delectable. 5 stars - Raw fish: melted in your mouth. 5 stars - Service: impeccable and nice people you sometimes don't get at Michelin starred spots. They were all happy to chat with giddy ole me about their food and wines. - Chef Boloud: I freaked when I saw him as I was checking in as he's such a famous chef with restaurants around the world, you don't expect to see them. He was so nice not only came to our table to greet us like some chefs do if in their restaurant, but talked to us for more than 10-15 minutes. He asked us where we like to eat in SF and what we did for work in detail and shared some about his family. A lovely in depth conversation which was beyond amazing. - Wine pairings: all great and unique. Good pours per course as well. One somehow tasted effervescent without bubbles. - Madelines: warm and fluffy served in a napkin-lined basket. 5 stars - Dessert: little chocolate triangles. 3.5 stars. - Champagne cocktail: unique as was red with egg white. - Dining room: elegant but modern. Thin long room with columns and a top layer. - Takeaway treat: traditional French canelle in a sturdy box. Lowlights: - I got nothing. Thrilled with my meal here, have talked all my friends' ears off about it, and recommend it to anyone into fine dining. read more

Wow! My wife and I are visiting from Richmond, VA, which is infamous for its restaurant scene. I thought I knew "fine" dining until I experienced Daniel. We decided on Daniel to celebrate our 10 year wedding anniversary, and it surely did not disappoint! From the attentive staff to the incredible cuisine, everything was top notch. The first item we had the pleasure of sampling was a tiny chip with a goat cheese and mango filling, no bigger than your pinky nail. But the flavors were HUGE! Next was three different watermelon dishes, one of which had sea urchin in it. These were also phenomenal and refreshing. Our first course consisted of a Maine lobster salad lobster salad (wife), and a scallops ceviche, which I was very skeptical of ordering might I add. The scallops were incredible! I was blown away by how they just melted in your mouth. The flavors were so simple, yet complex at the same time. Next was a sea bass (wife) and the duck Foie Gras. The sea bass had a slightly smoky flavor and was served with these perfectly crispy fried broccoli florets. The Foie Gras was served over a bed of corn grits which added a slightly sweet flavor and really brought it all together! Superb! For the main course, my wife enjoyed the wagyu beef and I, the veal tenderloin. Both were so flavorful and melted in our mouth. Finally, for dessert, my wife ordered the strawberry tart which had a very beautiful presentation; she was sad to destroy it, until she tasted it. I decided to "go big" and order the avocado sorbet, which I have never had anything of the sort. It was incredible! It was so light, creamy, and refreshing! To our surprise, as they knew it was our anniversary, they presented us with an extra dessert which was also very tasty! Once again, from the attentive and friendly staff to the delicious cuisine, you can't go wrong here! Hands down the best dining experience I've ever had. read more

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I've eaten here several times over the years but my last visit was my first time back since Covid. Whereas before I would have said this was one of my top 3 restaurants of all time now I would say the food is relatively mediocre for fine dining. There's no single complaint really the service was excellent as usual however every dish I had as part of the tasting menu was just ok. At the price point there's just better options in NYC. I had a client dinner scheduled at Daniel in a few weeks however I just cancelled that. Maybe it was an off night, I'll go back at some point but I'm not in any rush. read more

A great dining experience on Chinese Valentines Day. The tasting menu was amazing! I like the way they dealt with hamachi, arctic char, squab and wagyu! The arctic char was the best! I felt that they were better than those I have tasted before in other restaurants. The seaweed salad was also impressive. They even gave us a complimentary cake for Chinese Valentines Day! So cute~ I really enjoyed the dishes and enjoyed the night! read more

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Conclusion before sharing my dining experience. Five stars for the food, five stars for the service, and five stars overall. My husband made a reservation for our anniversary dinner on Saturday at 5:30pm. We were immediately greeted by the staff. We checked our coats and got seated at a comfy couch area with a very nice view of the interior of the restaurant (as you can see from the attached photos). We did the the four course prix fixe. 1. Seriole (wasabi marinated Hamachi) and Pintade (guinea hen with Rhum Foie Gras and Black Trumpet) as our first course. Excellent. Excellent. I am usually not a fan of Hamachi, but when I tried the Hamachi that my husband ordered, and it almost changed my whole impression of other fish dishes. Pintade was indisputably great; no word needed. 2. Pedrix Rouge and Foie Gras for our second course. We were mesmerized by the fire show (?) when the chef served the Foie Gras. Foie Gras would be my favorite dish out of all the courses. 3. Boeuf and Chevreuil for our third course. The beef striploin and Venison both tasted amazing, and the portion was also very satisfying. I was getting full and got worried that I would not be able to appreciate these excellent quality of food, but the quality did not disappoint. 4. Elvissa and Mont-blanc as our dessert. Plus a complimentary dessert prepared by Daniel and a Cannale to take home. Every single dish including the Amuse bouche and complimentary bread was also very delicious. They gave a printout of the menu including the meals that we ordered. I can't help but repeat the words "delicious" and "excellent". Thank you for giving us an enjoyable dining experience. I've attached some photos but they don't do any justice. read more

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I don´t really have much to say and don´t really think anything that I write should influence anyone on this site that much. Daniel is the kind of place that probably transcends reviews on Yelp and this is the first time I´ve ever really written a review of a restaurant of this caliber. But I wanted to boost the ratin as it was that good. Anyway, all I can really do is mirror what has already been said. Incredible expertly-selected quality ingredients, professional preparation, and unparallelled service equal a dining experience that is second to none in my opinion and I´ve eaten at most of the other fine dining establishments in the city. Daniel is exactly what you want for that special occassion meal for an anniversary with a significant other, graduation celebration, or key business meeting. Located in probably the most upscale part of the city, Daniel´s more simple but elegant decor matches the attitude of the whole experience of refined and sophisticated eating. The dining room is surprisngly quiet and not cliché over-the-top so one can focus on enjoying the food and the experience of company with friends or family. Every waiter is incredibly attentive and helpful without being overbearing like at other restaurants. Their tableside skills are also incredible. Foie-Gras was cooked to perfection and I don't know how they do it so consistently in a tux under that kind of pressure each night. You really get the impression that they want to be there to show you the best dinner experience that the restaurant has to offer. They also have immense patience and experience. One of my companions has never had an experience like this and actually asked for his squab well-done (sacrilegious I know) and the staff and chefs actually fufilled this requeset perfectly and also helped him throughout the night to better understand everything. Even in the end, my penny-pinching friend was happy to leave a 25% tip as it was that good. In summary, go here for that special occasion. It´s incredible and Daniel will not disappoint. I really don´t understand how the restaurant is still at 2 Michelin Stars as the quality of the experience is for sure world-class and unparalled. I´ve been to Per Se, Jean-Georges, and others and I can´t think of a good reason why Daniel shouldn´t be up there as well. read more

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Really great service and a beautiful interior. The presentation of the dishes was very intricate and the wine pairing was excellent. We went with the chef's tasting menu and were very impressed with most of the dishes. Chef Daniel was in the restaurant greeting guests when we were there. Overall, a great experience. read more

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The complimentary bread was probably the most tasty dish throughout the dinner. We were offered to seat in the very corner of the restaurant and it might be a coincidence that all the asians were being seated in the same corner. The food was not exceptionally tasty. read more

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