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If you like sour, go. If not, not dont go until theres a new menu Service, amazing, nothing id wanna nitpick. Same level if not better than other michelin starred places Ive been to 10/10 Atmosphere 10/10 Food level and presentation, technically very good, at level of all other Michelin starred restaurants or fine dining I've been to. Repetitive art gallery paint theme for the sauces though? Got little boring 9/10 Taste wise, disappointing, not for me. Too sour. Almost basically sour after sour dish. I did like the fish, wagyu, carrot, and compte cheese dish to some extent, but the recurring theme was still sour after sour dish. Whole time I wanted it to end. 1. Sweet nori- Very fresh, but acidity overpowered- SOUR 2. Butternut squash - filling overpowered the truffle on top, was like eating a filled donut- curried filling inside I think- NOT SOUR 3. Carrot- one of my favorites , pickled carrots though.... so yeah sour theme again. At least the icecream balanced it out more-I was starting to guess but not yet where the theme was going- SOUR 4. Focaccia, good. I think it was aged for a while. Preferred it without dipping into the burrata cheese surprisingly. Plain without dipping but something about the cheese was missing. -Bread slightly sour almost like light sourdough-SOUR 5. Bluefin tuna- very fresh, then masked by sourness again. Idk what is with the theme. Keep everything and remove whatever was making it acidic- SOUR 6. Sea bass- nicely cooked overall very soft. I tasted each part of the sauce first before eating everything as a whole. Again whats with the sour theme? This one had Squid ink, yuzu I think, some sort of berry sauce as well. -SOUR 7.Wagyu- really liked the crust, nothing standout by itself, I woulda sous vide it, who cares about traditional ways. What made it taste better was when the perilla leaf was added. Without the leaf, the sauce, cmon, the sour again. Like cmon leave the smokiness of that special crust.-SOUR 8. 36 month compte cheese- One of my favorites, cheese and honey is always a good combo. Forgot what the icecream was- not another sour dish so good-NOT SOUR 9. Citrus- you see where this fits in? Yet another sour dish. Citrus tart and I forgot the fruits name for the sorbet. The whipped cream definitely helped, glad it was included to tone down the acidity- SOUR 10. Ending little bites The pistachio and the ball with juice inside. Sorry dont mind the names Pistachio, good small bite. Ball with juice, was like chocolate i think on outside, inside sour juice yet again-SOUR Tastewise 6.5, maybe if Im nice a 7/10 Honestly I was bored by the time the tuna dish came around. All I could think of was, Is the theme "sour"? I get the menu changes, maybe I just chose to come during the wrong theme for me. Ive been to so many michelin starred places and only write if really impressed or not impressed. Maybe im jaded now. If nothing changes throughout, meal is boring Total after tax tip and a bottle of still water, around $350
This restaurant has been on my list for a long time and we had high expectations, but unfortunately was let down. The menu looks really good and it started off strong, but then went downhill from there. For the artichoke, definitely add the uni -- it made it so much better (though wish they added more uni). We did one carrot and one carabinero to try both -- honestly just stick with the carrot, it's not worth the additional money. The others didn't have great flavors and textures overall, quite forgettable. There's just too much going on sometimes. I didn't like the cheese with the penultimate dessert. The wine list was fine, but definitely overpriced. We paid a hefty price for a mediocre dinner and would've much rather spent that money elsewhere. The space was really nice though, and loved the "speakeasy" aspect.
WOW where do I even begin? First of all, this isn't just a textbook copied and pasted Michelin star restaurant, this is a cool Michelin star restaurant hidden inside a snug art gallery. The entrance to the restaurant is literally through a piece of artwork! The vibe was upscale without being stiff and cold. The entire staff was lovely. We love an open kitchen view so we opted for the counter seating ($245pp). The seating comes with 9 courses, two being desserts-- it doesn't seem like a lot, but we didn't leave feeling hungry. The timing of each course was perfect. We didn't feel like the meal was dragging on or that we were being rushed. The food itself was good, I don't really have any complaints. There were some stand out dishes such as: butternut squash (with uni supplement), pretzel with the smoke tofu spread (so so good), wagyu & the 36 month comte cheese dessert (THIS was divine, what a perfect way to end the meal. I fear that I may be obsessed with the explosion of flavors this dish created). The wine pairing was fun too-- made the meal a little more pricey but that is to be expected. We had an amazing experience! 5/5 stars for me :)
Food here was very good. Enjoyed most of the courses and thought they were great flavors, except for the carrot dish with almond and red curry. Texture was a total miss on it and the flavors didn't work well. Comte cheese dessert was outstanding. Opted for the wine pairing and I was disappointed by it as I didn't feel that the wine selections paired well with the food courses they were tied to. Service was top notch and the interior was nice.
Kind of disappointing. The first few dishes were interesting enough to keep me engaged, but after that it kind of fell flat. Not sure how they have a Michelin star, but I will say the service is amazing. Do not recommend overall.
Frevo was a cool dining experience striking balance between casual, fine dining and bit hipster. Located behind an art gallery, you wait among the artwork until the seating starts. The restaurant is a bit low lit but lighting focuses on the food. Staff immediately greet you with plenty around and are quite personable and attentive. They have some private tables in addition to counter. Counter seat spacing was great for respecting noise and wasn't loud to me. The dishes definitely reflect the artsy theme and had nice presentations. Highlights were the carrot/red curry, zucchini/curry and sea bass/yuzu with bright colors, looked like a painting in the plate and they all were just explosions of flavor. The other dishes were solid but not too memorable. Texture contrast seemed a theme and I found them fun to eat. The wine pairing had diverse geographic offerings with some interesting pairings - my favorite was with the Guinea fowl getting poured chateau musar 2018 and 2003 vintages for direct comparison - fun! Dessert hazelnut/peach was delicious and I got the optional add on dessert - chocolate flower by LYSEE that was so decadent and beautifully made. The amount of food is decent- I'd say fairly filling for the meal value. Overall a very good meal and would definitely return!
My boyfriend had been to Frevo a few times before and really liked it, so we picked this restaurant for his birthday dinner. First off, the vibe was just PERFECTION. Loved the gallery/speakeasy-esque entrance, adoredddd the combination of dark wood + minimalistic interior design, and the very close open kitchen. Service was top-tier-- I've been to my fair share of fine dining/michelin star restaurants, and I have to say the service at Frevo was top notch. Note that if u bring ur own wine/sake, the cover charge is $100. Also note that sake did go well with our food choices, but we kind of wish they had another glass? The glass we got was not the best for our sake. Food was overall really good, but some things were better than others. For a brief review of the dishes we had: - Japanese mackerel: 10/10 (really good mackerel with crunchy seaweed wrapped around it! It was kind of salty and the next appetizer was a bit smoother/blander in taste, so I did kind of wish they changed the order to prevent the second appetizer from getting lost) - Artichoke: 10/10 (it was like a soft cheesy and truffley koroke!! Loved ittt but again the taste was a bit lost in my mouth because the previous appetizer was soo strong in taste) - Spanish carabinero: 7/10 (I paid an extra $42 per person for this but honestly... this was my least favorite dish that we had. The mayo sauce was a bit too heavy and I couldn't taste the freshness of the carabinero? Honestly I'd rather have it as just sashimi) - Pretzel: 8/10 (chewy pretzel in an interesting form) - Amberjack: 10/10 (presentation was beautifullllll! Flavors were on the delicate side but well balanced) - White asparagus: 100/10 (asparagus was cooked to perfection! This is what really sets apart fine dining plates from other places-- the texture of the veggies!!) - Sea bream: 8/10 (ok to be fair I really liked this dish, but my boyfriend has a very sensitive sense of smell and he said the fish smelled kind of acidic? Like it was not fresh. We eat sea bream pretty often in Korea and we do know that it's a hard fish to keep fresh/keep the smell contained, especially without using heavy spices to cover the smell) - Wagyu: 100/10 (perfectly cooked meat and amazing sauce) - Honey and cheese dessert: 8/10 (kinda reminded me of those cheese breads I'd eat in the Philippines... nostalgic but not really what I expected) - Strawberry dessert: 1000000000000/10 (omg this is the BEST dessert I've eaten this year!!!!!!! I got too excited I forgot to take a pic lol) Overall, still an amazing experience but def pricey!
Came here on our anniversary. One of the best meals of my life. Service was impeccable. Everything course was explained and all of our questions were answered with smiles. Talk about a trip to flavor town! Menu changes seasonally so we look forward to coming back again!
Easily my favorite restaurant and one of the best dining experiences Ive had in NYC. Everything about Frevo is spectacular - from the front gallery art curation, to the meticulous attention to detail in every dish - not to the mention the quality and flavor of each, to the attentive care of all staff, to the beautiful space, to all the unexpected and small surprises that will leave you ready to return tomorrow! I visited for my birthday and they could not have made it more special. I recommend sitting in the counter versus the table (although I believe there's only 1 or 2 in a corner so book in advance either way). It's a must visit and you will not be dissapointed!
I'm typically not the biggest fan of Michelin star restaurants, because I find the dishes to be overly complex, lukewarm, or not filling. However, this was not the case with Frevo - each dish here was executed with a lot of thoughtfulness and each one provided a very interesting experience. I left feeling satisfied and that I tried many new concepts. The allure of this restaurant is that it's hidden behind an art gallery. From the street looking in, you see a small room with art pieces on the wall. However, one of the pieces is actually a door that leads to the dining room of Frevo. Previously they had large paintings on the wall but they've replaced them with neon light art. I actually preferred the paintings because the neon light art made me feel like I was walking into an escape room (sorry not sorry) and it doesn't feel as special now. The dining room is set up omakase style, where you sit at a bar and are served each course in that way. I don't think I'm the biggest fan of this either, because the servers would awkwardly sneak up behind you and hover there and maneuver the plates from behind your shoulder in an attempt to serve your entire party at once (I mean, isn't the point of the bar?To serve it from behind the bar?) It's also not the best environment for larger parties because it doesn't create a space for conversation. I only saw one table in the corner that could seat a party of 4-5. So, Frevo is best reserved for a date night and not a group get together. I did like that the bar allowed the diners to view the preparation of the dishes. And that the chefs who prepared them had the opportunity to present some of the dishes themselves. I thought the charcoal grilled preparation of the Madai course was so intricate and interesting. All the dishes were very good. I particularly loved the Butternut squash (fried ball perfection), the milk bread (soft buttery heaven), and the chocolate with wasabi (an excellent rich ending to the meal). All the ingredients had a purpose and contributed to some unique aspect of the dish it was in. For instance, the truffle in the butternut squash really complimented the overall earthy flavors of the squash and the brown of the ball, rather than simply existing as truffle. The chocolate dessert was so rich that the wasabi was a necessity to cut through and balance the flavors. During the meal you have the option of choosing the zucchini dish or the langoustine. The langoustine is $65 extra and it is much better than the zucchini - I tried some of my friend's zucchini and I found it to be very underwhelming. But I wish that the $65 paid for the langoustine means that you get BOTH dishes instead of simply subbing the zucchini with the langoustine. Typically, I see paid options as EXTRAS on top of the meal instead of the diner having to make the choice to lose the experience of trying the dish it's substituting. The service I thought was good but not incredibly good (or at least not up to the level that the food is). We had an order mix up and the wine suggestions were just okay (I don't even know if the suggestions came from a sommelier). The servers were kind and professional but they didn't go out of their way to make the experience special, like at some other Michelin starred restaurants I've tried. Overall: 5 for food 3.5/5 for service 4.2/5 for ambiance
Took my mom here to celebrate my new job. This was a fantastic experience. The hidden restaurant was so cool it was intimate and unique. My favorite dishes were the milk bread, the madai and the kanpachi. The chefs were so knowledgeable and friendly. I'd definitely recommend upgrading every dish :) also desserts are fire
Cute entrance from the art gallery. One of the better prix fixe I've had in a while. So full.
Clean, modern, comfortable, and bright art gallery entry. Felt very welcomed. Won't go into details in each dish this time as they change menu often. Menu was very well structured. First - served 3 small bites. Overall balanced, delicious but nothing too jumped out. Second - served 2 apps. Third - a seafood entree & lamb entree. The hake was a bit bland & underwhelming. I usually don't eat lamb, so coming for this menu, lamb was my only nervous dish yet I trusted Frevo to deliver. And they did. It was not gamey at all but you can still get that lamb taste which doesn't disturb. Petit filet piece was very soft & tender. Main piece was the saddle which was a bit tough but also doesn't bother me. African spice was on point, paired great, adds a perfect kick. Very impressed. Fourth - desserts - the part that fell short for the overall experience, just no wow like other dishes. Overall good quality was consistent, good variations in color/presentation, and flavor. A side note that the sauces were all on the heavy texture side, I assume is the heavy use of heavy cream? But the taste wasn't heavy. One of our guest was late for the dinner for the first 3 bites (which is quite a lot as the menu is not big). They just wouldn't serve him. In a way I understand where they are coming from, but shit happens and it's unwillingly to be late etc. So it sort of ruin our mood for a little. Service is attentive yet you can sense a touch of snobby vibe and tones. I mean they are good so. I would recommend. read more
The gallery entrance was a nice gimmick. Food was good - the main protein better than the starters. Both of the fish dishes were delicious along with the wagyu beef but I didnt bother finishing up the soup and preferred the birthday dessert over the regular dessert. Pacing was a bit rushed in the beginning (I understand that they want to get the second seating in) but they never rushed us to leave Enjoyed the meal but not wowed read more
My friend brought me here for my birthday, and it was such a lovely night! When you get to the spot, you'll be greeted by someone in the gallery space, where you can admire some of the art pieces. Once confirmed, you will be led through a hidden entranceway behind one of the portraits. The space itself was stylish - very cool and minimalistic. My friend got us a spot at the counter, which let us watch the chefs in action. The courses were all really well done and delicious. While some of the dishes were a little overpowering (specifically a bit too tart or salty), there were some standouts. I especially loved the Madai and Carrot courses, and my absolute favorite from the night was the Milk Bread. The service was outstanding, as expected. And to keep things interesting, they change up their menus every season. All in all, it was a great experience, and I'm definitely curious to try some of the other seasonal menus in the future. read more
3 years ago
4.5 but rounding up to 5 because of the the beautiful space and art gallery. I came here to celebrate my birthday and had an amazing time!!! The dishes were so unique and presented beautifully. My favorites were the artichoke donut with truffle and cuttlefish, but most of the dishes were delicious. My least favorite was the 36-month cheese dessert. I personally thought the cheese was too overpowering. Regardless, I would love to come back to try their different menus -- definitely recommend!!! read more
3 years ago
We came here for my partner's birthday for the 9 PM seating. Located behind an art gallery, everything is flawlessly executed from the moment you walk in. You get seated in the order that your party arrives. This tasting menu is ($198) a person with the option of a wine pairing. There's a ($135) and ($290) wine pairing. This was both of the best meals we have ever had. Beautiful presentations that were equally delicious. The Amberjack course was like art, so beautiful I did not want to eat it. Each piece was thought out, and combined made sense. The service was also the best we have had, with each team member genuinely enjoying explaining the courses and wine pairings. I highly recommend this place for date night, a celebration, or any excuse you have to dine here. We will definitely be back. read more
Absolutely phenomenal experience! The food and service is exceptional. It is extremely apparent the chefs take pride in their work and want to ensure the flavors and presentation are all at their highest quality! Highly recommend - this restaurant will leave your taste buds fully satisfied read more
Very cool 14-seat speakeasy-style restaurant behind a small art gallery. Brazilian-owned, much of the staff is foreign, so it was hard for us to understand some of the dish explanations. However, service was truly excellent. It's worth checking out. The food was very good, modern and nicely designed. Heavy on the nut-based cream and we were very full even before the 3 dessert courses. Each course comes with its own silverware, which I thought was cool. They were also able to substitute dishes for kosher style. I didn't find the actual proteins of the dishes to be anything out of the ordinary. Some of the fish served had more value in the prep than in the fish itself. Some of these sauces were absolutely amazing. Emulsions and creams galore. They did a lot of grilling on a Japanese Yakitori grill, which provided excellent flavor and crunch to some dishes. All in all, we paid about $430 excluding gratuity and excluding the extras. The wine pairing add on cost about $150 which we declined. Instead we got a few glasses of wine, which were pricey ($34 for a glass of champagne). Beverages are excluded, so look out for that. read more
2 years ago
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We decided to celebrate at Frevo. The food was very good. However our experience was hindered by the lack of consideration from the serving staff. We notified them that we can't drink 2 wine pairings since it's too much alcohol for us. We asked, like we did at many of the Michelin star restaurants we dined at around the world, to split one wine pairing. We offered to pay extra for being able to sip from two separate glasses of wine. The staff strongly refused. We were left with one wine pairing in which one of us drank from the wine glass and the other from a water cup. We came to a high end restaurant, willing to pay a lot for the food, experience, atmosphere. We were left angry and humiliated. The food was good. But how could one enjoy it in this circumstance?! When we left they explained that it is very hard for their waiters to regulate how much wine they pour and therefore it increases their cost. My advice, hire wait staff you can trust to cut the cost. And maybe don't shoot for the stars but open a taqueria. read more
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Celebrate my birthday here with my boyfriend. These past is so amazing lovely stuff good why and very very very good food. If you're looking for a place that very nice for your birthday or date night with your love one this place is a must try. read more
4 years ago
VIBES: Everyone waits together in the gallery space, then each party is seated by order of arrival. It's a nice way to make sure things aren't hectic, and that people are paced for dinner. Once you get inside, there is a long bar where you sit while the chefs prep and cook. It's darkly lit and not the best lighting if you want pictures, but romantic and quiet and intimate. So intimate, in fact, that my partner proposed during dinner and no one seemed to notice! It's a good middle between too quiet and too loud. SERVICE: Service was great, with attentive soms and chefs and servers. Occasionally a chef would explain a dish to us, while usually a server did. Also, my boyfriend secretly reached out to the restaurant to plan the proposal dessert, which was thoughtful of them. Sadly, they didn't let our friend come inside to take pictures, so he ended up waiting for an hour outside... and we ended up with no photos of the proposal. But it ended up being lowkey and quiet, which I prefer. DRINKS: We did the wine pairing. The sommelier explained each wine to us and tried to keep us on pace even as I fell behind. Mostly white wines. One was a Santorini wine that we had just drank during lunch at Milos, which was a cute coincidence. FOOD: Frevo is probably one of the best restaurants I've been to in the past year, including the fine dining restaurants I visited in Korea (aka not on my Yelp profile.) I've noticed that a lot of Asian-inspired fine dining can be too thick on the creativity and not pure enough, if that makes sense. All of the dishes at Frevo were amazing in that you could really taste each individual ingredient without any one being too overpowering. I'd say the only one I was meh on was the wagyu. Everything else was very fresh and truly delightful. read more
4 years ago
Not our favourite restaurant, unfortunately, as the restaurant itself was beautiful, but the food fell flat for us. To see a video experience of the night - https://youtu.be/pbbh6gETMSA This was our personal experience, as we know this restaurant has some amazing reviews, and it is a beautiful and fun restaurant. Unfortunately some of the dishes fell a bit flat and tasted one dimensional and lacked depth and flavour, while other dishes were quite fishy and unpleasant. We did love the lamb and the dessert, but most of the dishes didn't leave a lasting or positive impression. We don't want to take away from the restaurant experience, as the atmosphere itself was so fun! A beautiful speakeasy behind an art gallery and front row seating to the kitchen is definitely a wow factor. read more
I had dinner at Frevo in early October and had a phenomenal meal. I was initially wary of the speakeasy concept (I love speakeasies when done right but not when it's too gimmicky). I kept going back and forth between dining there and not but I'm glad I pushed through with our reservation. While I forgot to take a photo of the menu and could not remember every single dish, I do remember being impressed by each one. I think we had like 5-6 courses, which was pretty filling. I was so charmed that the staff was so engaged with us and took to heart my request of expediting our meal as we had a magic show to get to. The chef kept coming to us and giving us an update on when the next course was coming, and he made us feel very taken care of. They also made sure that my dietary restrictions were honored. Oh, and it doesn't hurt that the chef and staff are quite good-looking. read more
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Deserves a Michelin Star. Hidden gem and truly one of the best dining experiences I have had right from the start. Enter the restaurant through a mini art exhibit, giving speakeasy vibes. We sat at the chef counter though there were a few tables in the corners. Every dish of the tasting menu was well thought out and bursting with flavor. We had the regular wine pairing, which was very unique. Would definitely go again! read more
Had a six course meal. The concept, ambiance, service as well as the culinary aptitude was outstanding. I thoroughly enjoyed my dinner at Frevo and I think it may be one of my favorite restaurants in nyc thus far. Salut to the chef and kitchen staff, thank you for an amazing culinary experience. read more
3 years ago
If I was reviewing just the food, I'd give Frevo 5 stars. The reason it is only 4 is due to the wine pairing. They have 2 choices, and we picked the cheaper one at $135. Of all the wines, we really only liked 2 and didn't finish most of them. A wine expert that I showed the list to called them "hipster wines" meant to impress with their obscureness. Having said that, the menu, service, and creativity was definitely Michelin quality. read more
Interesting concept, but I think the concept is stronger than the food. I will have to respectfully disagree with whoever says Frevo is on its way to a Michelin star - they definitely still have some things to iron out. Frevo is a speakeasy restaurant that's hidden behind a painting in an art gallery. If only the art gallery were a little bigger! The restaurant itself was beautifully decorated. Navy blue walls, brass finishings, marble counter, dark wood shelves... you get the gist. Most of the seating is bar-top (about 4-5 pairs), with just a few tables. This way, you can watch the kitchen do their plating. Of the six course menu (with amuse bouches and a little cake pop bookending the meal), the calamari with cauliflower and the duck was my favorite. I liked the complexity of the smoked butter cauliflower purée, and the squid had just the right balance of tenderness and chew. The duck was served in a couple of different preparations and I enjoyed the morels. The hamachi and sole dishes were underwhelming. The hamachi had a grainy, cold texture, and perhaps could've used some acidity and/or crunch. The sole suffered from the same lack of variation and had a soft mushy texture throughout the dish. I did enjoy the wine pairing and the sommelier's knowledge, though I'm not sure that alone was sufficient to have me come back here. read more
7 years ago
Wow. Wow. Wowee. This place is really good. You walk into what looks like an art gallery and voila...1 of the paintings is a door to a hidden restaurant. There will be someone there to greet you, so no worries about figuring out which painting opens. It's a very intimate spot. It's basically like 1 long bar. I did notice a table for a group near the back. It was quiet, the service was excellent, the food incredible. If you have any dietary restrictions, let them know ahead of time and they'll accommodate. I'm a pescatarian and there was no problem substituting the meat course, just let them know when you make the reservation. Onto the food. This is a tasting menu, so I'm sure it changes up a bit. I won't go into a huge amount of detail here since the dishes may change. It's a 5 course tasting menu, you'll get an amuse bouche to start. They also offer wine pairing and a cheese plate. I went all out and did the wine pairing and we also got the cheese plate. All of the food was incredible. Every.bite. We had a Hummus and Quiona salad, followed by Lobster, Fluke, Halibut, my friend had Chicken while I had Scallops, closed out with a cheese plate and Dulche de Leche. Highly recommend. read more
5 years ago
Such a great dining experience. Service was excellent and the food was delicious. We had: CAVIAR, Tuna, Nori, Parsley BLACK TRUFFLE, Lobster, Potato BELON OYSTER, Beef, Sunchoke, Hazelnut SEA URCHIN, Razor Clam, Mussel, Celery Root SCALLOP, Salsify, Brown Butter, Kombu, w/ Black Truffle WILD STRIPED BASS, Coconut Bechamel, Black Curry GREEN CIRCLE CHICKEN, Ravioli, Anchovy, Spinach AÇAI, White Chocolate, Passion Fruit, Buckwheat read more
This place can be a bit confusing to find, they put an art gallery up front and one of the doors takes you back to the food. I thought that was a nice touch. Be aware that they actually offer you the choice of still, sparkling or tap, but our server conveniently left it off the options when he asked and only the chef asked us if we wanted tap. The appetizer was a type of mousse quinoa salad, and it was very nicely done. There were crunchy pieces mixed within and the texture of the mousse paired quite beautifully with it. The next dish was the lobster which was the highlight of the night. The lobster had a nice, almost tomato like sauce on top of it and was paired with a lobster emulsion and potatoes underneath. This dish was beautifully made, though I thought the potatoes were a bit too salted in certain parts. Still, a top notch dish. The dish after was the truffles and it was alright. It came with brioche covered in truffle oil and that was a bit too overpowering. On the dish the egg and the spices end up covering up a lot of the taste of the truffle which was quite mild in comparison. It had the nice nutty and mushroom taste of a truffle but lacked that smell so characteristic of a good truffle. The next dish was halibut and fennel and that was probably the most disappointing dish of the night. The halibut tasted rather plain, although it was cooked well and had a nice crunchy texture at the bottom, with a taste reminiscent of a pecan pie. The fennel was alright, it was covered with a sauce that tasted like one of those ones from the Japanese curry boxes. The final main course was the duck, and while it was relatively simple, it was beautifully executed and tasted excellent. The textures were on point, the seasoning complimented the dish and really brought out the flavors of the duck, overall really well made. Things wrapped up with a dulce de leche dessert, which was delicious albeit very rich and sweet given the amount of dulce de leche. It had a nice crunchy piece on top, then a nice whipped cream followed by the dulce de leche and hazelnut spread and ice cream on the side. I enjoyed it though it can be very sweet so if you like dulce de leche and Nutella you'll probably love this. Overall a great meal, but outside of the lobster nothing really blew me away. read more
5 years ago
Mind. Blown. Being one of those ppl who have been to almost every dope spot in nyc I have to say frevo lives up to it hype. Interior is gorg. The fun of walking behind a painting to get to the resto, also a vibe. 10 courses w 2 optional wine menu parings. Everything was perfection. Reservations open the 1st of the month with seatings at 6 & 9pm. We were lucky because we were able to get something for the same week. Such a great bday celebration! read more
3 years ago
Overall dining experience celebrating our anniversary at Frevo earned a 5 stars review. The decor and atmosphere were intimate and trendy. Service was first class and attentive, Chris and his team were attentive, engaging and friendly. Each dish was creative, beautiful and detailed. The mixed of ingredients were creative, full flavor profile with a few surprises in a good way. Flavors we didn't think would go with each other until your tongue and brain made the connection! Definitely worth the splurge for a special occasion. It was entertaining for us to watch the chefs in action! read more
6 years ago
Back in May, I was able to try their takeout meal from Frevo at Home, which was such an experience. Now that limited indoor dining is open, I had the opportunity to get the full FREVO experience. Discreetly and so creatively, the restaurant is actually located behind a painting in an art gallery in Greenwich Village. You're first greeted by the hostess, where she then reveals the entrance to the restaurant by swinging open the painting. We were greeted by the friendly team, and because it is a counter space, you get to see the team prepare each dish and interact with them. We were treated with the amuse bouches, followed by the six-service menu. The menu changes every month and serves seasonal ingredients, so it is interesting to see how ingredients are used to craft the meal! Every bite was a pleasant surprise and left us wanting more. Aside from the food, the ambiance is also truly worth noting. The music, the lights, the air of friendliness makes you forget the fact that this is one of the busiest and most energetic cities in the world. At FREVO, you feel so comfortable and at ease, which I loved. Would highly recommend FREVO to anyone looking for a whole-rounded dining journey beyond expectations. read more
This was a great dinner with excellent service. From greeting until the end, the staff was very friendly and attentive. The sommelier recommended a delicious wine & all the courses were up to par. The ambiance was very comfortable and artsy & anyone who has the means should give this restaurant a try. read more
4 years ago
If you have a controlled sodium intake diet this isn't the place for you. We arrived first yet we were seated later on in the worst seat with the speakers blaring. Kindly asked to switch seating and was able to get a open kitchen facing seat in the center of the bar. The pour of wine is very stingy. Each plate from start to where we decided to end our meal was beyond salty. So salty my throat and tongue was numb. Now for the worst of it all.... The cooks have stainless steel containers on their counters and they use and reuse the same spoons to stir, taste, plate and serve. All 5-6 cooks just grab the same used spoons to slurp, stir and plate. The wave of nausea came over me when I saw this happening. So if you need to keep your blood pressure at a healthy level and you like to not consume everyone's mouth germs in your food then avoid at all costs and the cost is not cheap. read more
Frevo is a small restaurant with counter top seating within an art gallery; it is definitely considered fine dining and exudes an intimate ambiance. The best part of this experience is watching the chefs prepare everything from the start to the end. The opening small bites were delicious and my boyfriend also really enjoyed the squash soup. What was also a highlight is the quail dish along with the dessert with a hidden caramel sauce tucked underneath. The overall meal was very good but the remaining dishes I didn't mention felt either unmemorable or one noted. That's not to say it wasn't good, it just means it didn't blow my mind. The round ball looking dessert is also pretty bland with only a slight sweetness from the cake at the bottom. That said, there's definitely a lot of potential for Frevo to become great. I also feel the chefs should try to be more personable and social given the counter top seating with the diners but that's just me. read more
4 years ago
Frevo is a special place. We have been here twice, and both visits were 10/10 amazing. Chef Franco is a creative and you sense it, taste it, savor it from the first bite to the last. My favorite bites are always the openers, in our two visits I remember standout ingredients from the sea - uni, lobster, kelp, caviar, fluke, foie gras... well foie gras is not from the sea but always deserves a shout out none the less. The presentation of each dish is delivered with delicacy as if each course is an invaluable gift. We are just as enamored with the glassware and the plating as we are with the food. And everyone there is so nice and down to earth. It is an elevated space but there is no air of pretension. It feels like such a warm and comfortable, space. Oh and the wine, we have enjoyed some delightful French wines while visiting and the sommelier is so sensible and knowledgeable- happy to assist in helping you choose a bottle or two for the night. When someone asks what my favorite meal is in NYC, the answer now is always Frevo. read more
3.5/5 stars more accurately but more notable to round up. 7 out of 10 scale. Concept is super cool and ambiance is like a romantic Art Deco type of vibes. Food was good but just not spectacular if you're comparing it to many other fine dining restaurants. People who said they'll be on a way to a Michelin star, honestly disagree coming from someone who's been to countless of Michelin starred restaurants. In my opinion, don't think it's a Michelin Star quality, but still solid food and experience nonetheless so I do recommend worth checking out once. Value of the meal for what you get is just alright, price for what you're paying to the portions and quality you actually get isn't on par compared to other Michelin star place that are at this same price point (very small serving, slightly above decent in quality/technique/taste). However the wine pairing was amazing, truly did brought out the dish so well! Dishes out of the small 8 courses that I did love that I thought worked nicely: Caviar with tuna on nori crisp, below oyster with raw beef, sea urchin with razor clam & mussel, & especially the scallop dish with the salsify brown butter sauce topped with truffle for additional $40. Also the açaí with white chocolate mousse cream and buckwheat crisp was so great! Dishes I wasn't crazy about: The pre supplement choice before your dessert course: a shaved 36month aged manchego cheese with honey drizzle and honey Icecream. The cheese was sooo salty, it's great with truffle honey but there was way too much of the cheese and wayy too skimpy on the honey ice cream and truffle honey drizzle. My partner and I didn't think it was worth the $30 supplement for this dish. Al read more
3 years ago
Waiting to travel, enjoy the best cuisine, or any experience for that matter until you're entangled in a relationship is just wasting the limited precious time you have. That time is finite, at least until we develop Altered Carbon. One aspect I admire & follow from the leaders I seek to emulate they always carve their own path even when solo. In fact, a large amount of data exists that demonstrates that being successfully independent, happy, at peace, outside the constructs of a relationship will yield a far more successful partnership when one decides to pursue it. It took me too long to realize this. Now I regularly practice self-dates that include all sorts of variety. I value peace over chaos. So when I came across a concept that merges cuisine and modern art at the @michelinguide Michelin Star level I had to experience it, to feel it. @frevonyc in Manhattan from Brazilian chef Franco Sampogna and Portuguese restaurateur Bernardo Silva absolutely blew my mind. It felt like I was dining in an exclusive underground room at the Moma. The food was exquisite, and perfectly paired with the best compliments of wine I've had from a sommelier. I'd list the entire fixed price journey of tastes but I included a picture of the menu this time. This spot is a true gem my friends. It was the perfect self date! Perfect flavors! Most importantly, your take away from this, never wait to live, ever! You could die today. Now I need to find those wines here in Vegas. read more
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Is Frevo friendly to solo dining? Is the atmosphere uncomfortable to dine solo at the bar? It's too hard to coordinate with friends with their time slots & limited availability but I want to try it.
There were multiple people there dining solely. I would recommend it as well.
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No. Only through their site and the reservations must be prepaid in advanced.
Do you have any gluten free options?
No they don't. Single ingredient elimination only. So if you don't like parsley or something you can email or call them and let them know.
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