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    4.0 (1k reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Dressy
    Outdoor seating

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    Jerika F.

    Beauty is but a facade. The stunning ambiance draws you in and that's where it leaves you. The lackluster service was almost deafening. Drinks, tasty, but took ages and it seemed as though our server preferred the company of his colleagues as opposed to our table, and that trickled to the other tables. The only savior of this dinner was the fried chicken. Fresh ingredients. Unless you're bringing family here whom you'd rather not converse with, avoid. They're as cold as their bread and butter. (i'm serious, cold bread and colder butter). So much potential and the mark was entirely missed.

    Red snapper sashimi
    Weiting H.

    I came here for a networking event, and they served these apps in Tapas style. Everything was so delicious! My favorite is the Calamari. It came with this Yuzu Foam that was light and fluffy and added some tart and sweetness to the crispy and savory calamari. Just thinking about it is making me drool a bit... All their ingredients taste so fresh and very well seasoned. Thoroughly enjoyed my experience here. The dining area is also extremely beautiful with a nice view of the water and sunset in the afternoon/early evening. Perfect date night spot. The service staff were impeccable and amazing. Everyone is so nice and courteous. I can't wait to come back.

    Bittersweet Chocolate Pudding
    Gab G.

    Returned for brunch and had a wonderful meal. My boyfriend and I shared: + Crispy calamari + Baby gem and arugula salad + Black truffle burger + Chocolate pudding The highlights were the calamari and dessert (the candied violets in that pudding are just next level), though everything was great per usual.

    Crispy Skin Salmon
    Michael B.

    The restaurant has a very unique and unassuming look. It's almost like a hotel lobby restaurant vibe. The waiters (Henry) were fabulous with recommendations and knowledge. For starters we had the pear salad which was great but the calamari was the star of the appetizers. The crisp was amazing and the sauce was incredible - despite its looks. For the main course we had the salmon and lobster raviolis. The salmon was cooked perfectly, the vegetables were the star and the sauce was amazing. The sauce for the lobster ravioli was terrific too!! The lobster, of course, was great and the only disappointing bit was the ravioli itself. There just wasn't anything spectacular about the taste. The sorbet to close the night was perfect and refreshing,

    Fried Green Circle Chicken
    Maks T.

    Finally took time to see Jean George's and Cedric's place. What a cool location, space and decor. It gives me the high end 1990s NYC energy. The food was really well executed, enjoyed it a lot. I think maybe some of the bar presentation was a bit underwheling for the caliber of the place (such as glasses and infredients into G&T). I would have preferred white table cloths and maybe some more help to the server staff with training (regretably when collecting the paper table mats clumsily spilled crumbs into my lap). Not a big deal but the aspiration is to reach the ideals of service of the high end gastronomy. Lovely people though!

    Crispy Artichoke
    Kelsey A.

    Absolutely wonderful meal. The menu presents itself as a standard, nice meal, but the flavors that come out of the kitchen bowled me over. Everything was perfectly cooked, perfectly dressed, and perfectly presented. I was obsessed with my entree, the seared black bass with roasted maitake mushroom, aromatic basil broth. It was incredible. I also loved the crispy artichoke with roasted sunchokes, garlic vinaigrette, celeriac. Finally, the rice cracker crusted tuna was wonderful, though I wasn't in love with the citrus-sriracha emulsion. Our dessert, the gingerbread Bundt cake with cranberry sorbet, tasted just like the holidays. All in all, a wonderful meal.

    Brendan L.

    I love this restaurant. A group of us got to try a variety of things on the menu, and each dish was phenomenal. They were all, on the surface, familiar dishes - duck, tuna, sashimi, calamari etc. But there was always some kind of twist that made it taste better than any I've ever had before. The best way I can describe it is that there is always something that tickles your tongue and makes you hunger for more, no matter what it is. The meat, in particular, was always perfectly cooked and prepared. Just, wow. Great for the price point and amazing service as well. The ambiance was so relaxing, too. Warmly lit and comfortable, very upscale but not pretentious. It was a bit of a life changing experience, honestly. I can't taste food the same ever again.

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    Michelle A.

    They welcomed us like family. Introduced themselves, sat us right away. Came around often to top us off with water. The cocktails were outstanding, and the food, amazing! I was so impressed. The caviar dish is a must. The asparagus salad is also not to be missed. Both of their cheese appetizers were incredible, the bass was great, and that had to be one of the best salmon dishes I've ever had. The preparation was flawless. The broth was incredible, it was a nice juicy piece with the crispy skin...incredibly well executed. The Balthazar bread is always excellent. The deserts, strawberry shortcake and chocolate dish...delicious. We were full, but made room, they were too good to leave behind. Again, thank you a million times over. Please keep doing what you're doing, all of you. This is truly (STILL) an NYC gem!

    Pan Seared Pork Chops
    Rijoota G.

    Came here for restaurant week and had such a lovely experience! The inside is upscale and classy, with a gorgeous dining room. The food was excellent too! The highlight of the restaurant week menu was certainly the molten lava cake.

    Molten Chocolate Cake
    Ruina Z.

    Third time visiting Perry Street and can now reliably say it is definitely a charm! This time I came with a group of friends on a Sunday evening and tried their winter restaurant week menu, which is a 3-course menu for $60. Tried their pumpkin and basil pot stickers (with soy-lime and ginger sauce), sauteed pork loin, and molten chocolate cake. Loved the Korean-inspired samjang sauce with the pork loin as it provided a unique twist and boldened the flavor. Service has always been outstanding at Perry Street. We were greeted immediately upon entering. Staff was attentive without being overbearing throughout the meal. Sadly, they were quite busy during restaurant week and we were asked to vacate the table and move to the lounge after about 2 hours of meal time - understandable for sure, but not the most pleasant dining experience (especially since we were not informed of the dining time limit when we made the reservation).

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    Alice W.

    Jean Georges always does a good job with the food quality and with the food presentation. Came here for a Sunday night dinner because I wanted to take advantage of the restaurant week deal - 2 courses for $60 (which is more expensive than other places but I think high quality is worth a higher premium on pricing). The service here was great, I asked for tea and they brought it to me in a very pretty / rustic looking saucer cup. The foods: -shrimp dumplings: yummy but maybe a little bit too sweet for the chili for my liking -salmon sashimi: fresh salmon, good quality -roasted hake: the presentation and color of the fish was amazing, I loved how it was an almost translucent color -roast duck: the polenta was really yummy and this presentation was equally amazing, this was probably my favorite dish. Overall thoughts: quality was good and presentation of the dishes were really additive but to me I think the menu was quite ordinary / not as experimental as I had expected. Would recommend since it's good quality and solid food.

    Butter Poached Lobster
    Kalila W.

    This was definitely my favorite meal of my recent trip and one of the best meals I've had in NYC. Outdoor patio was cute, I was sat immediately. Service was prompt and friendly. The general Manager was a sweetheart and shared his own experience with the food. I ordered the black truffle brie to start. Honey was the perfect accompaniment to the delicious cheese, and i was appreciative of the salad with vinaigrette and berries on the side. My main dish was the butter poached lobster. Chunks of perfectly poached lobster with potato ravioli and spinach, a lemongrass kafir broth poured over top. This has to be one of the best lobster dishes I've ever had. I have to come back just for this.. stuff of dreams. Thanks for the experience, Perry St.

    LaToya K.

    A friend and I wanted to "celebrate" Restaurant Week. She mentioned Perry St. being on her list, so we decided to come. We found free parking around the corner at 6pm on a weekday so I was happy even before setting foot in the restaurant. The first thing I noticed was Perry St.'s outdoor seating. It was set back from the sidewalk and raised up a bit. There were planters between the tables and the sidewalk which gave diners a bit of privacy from passersby. Upon entering the restaurant, I really liked the clean modern look. The waitstaff was very accommodating and friendly. The food was good and the drinks were even better.

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    Fried chicken was ok. They were out of scallops; wish I was able to try! The octopus app was my favorite. Wonderful vibe, friendly staff

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    Does Perry Street still have a prix fixe lunch? No mention of it on their website menu as of 12/27/17.

    Yes it's in the website, but hard to see due to spacing. Look carefully above the second list of appetizers and you'll see "taste of winter menu" or something: $38 for 3 courses.

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    Monkey Bar - Smoked Whitefish Caesar (~$28)

    Monkey Bar

    4.3(528 reviews)
    2.6 miMidtown East

    As reservations go, this was hard but not as hard as Polo Bar or Carbone! One of my friends opened…read moreher TikTok and was trying to try their Monkey Bread so as a good friend, I booked it! Reservations open 2 weeks in advance around 10am and they go super fest so I recommend you try for the day you need as for me I could only have gotten brunch on a Sunday. Those people spam the crap out of their buttons for the dinner spots and when I went I can see why. The place is brimming with old school New York charm and it's completely overwhelmingly beautiful and has an old jazzy vibe to it. It's large and spacious and they sat us in the middle of the entire restaurant. (I had a group of 6) The vibe was so good you don't really want to leave and they also don't really kick you out. I think we were the last ones to exit for brunch but they were so nice they didn't kick us out. Their espresso martinis are ok. It wasn't as amazing as a regular cocktail bar but it is just ok. We started off with a shrimp cocktail, smoked whitefish Caesar salad and the two plates of truffle monkey bread which was soooo good. I really enjoyed this as it's the main reason we came here. It's almost like a honey dinner roll with truffle. We got everything next which some people got their own and some shared. Some people got their own American breakfast platter which was some overdone eggs and a meat with gigantic toast and if you only order scrambled eggs it comes in a bowl but I would much rather order their classics like steak sandwich and the spicy shrimp was pretty good! Fries are top tier! I can see why people just come here for dinner. I would give it mostly 5 stars for the overall ambiance and environment and a few classics. I think their old fashioned is better than their espresso martinis though even though it looks so good in this type of setting! It's hard to get a reservation though so next time I'll need to try some new things if I score another!

    Go for lunch, easier to get a res! Wowed by the truffle…read morebread and mushrooms Ambiance is super moody, the restaurant is darkly lit, it's automatically night when you walk in. Menu - we got steak, truffle bread, chicken parm, fries, and a pasta - solid portions, always tasty, they're reliably delicious

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    Truffle Monkey Bread (~$35)

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    Lola's - SOUTHERN CHOPPED HERITAGE PORK sweet potato, black garlic honey butter, collard greens

    Lola's

    4.6(95 reviews)
    1.4 miFlatiron

    Really enjoyed my meal at Lola's. We shared 2 apps and 3 mains for 3 people and found it to be the…read moreright amount for us. The food was all very flavorful and each dish was unique. Here's the rundown: - naan: recommend this, though maybe overhyped myself based on previous reviews. The yogurt sauce was delish, but the bread itself was very good but not mind blowing. - BLT salad: dark horse fav! Tons of flavor and I kept going back for more. Recommend as an app - Union Square bento: honestly, wish this came in a real bento box. Seems like a miss, but I suppose separate plates give you more volume. Good to add as a side to whatever else you get. Cabbage was the best of the trio. - rice bowl: squash and rice were solid, but the shrimp was the standout here! Very flavorful shrimp. Not sure how they packed so much flavor into the little bites of them - fried chicken thighs: I mean, yes. They're juicy. They're fried excellently. The side sauces are creative and great for vinegar-lovers like me I also got the carrot cocktail which was ultra smooth and had the right amount of dill flavor. We got two cookies to go which were divine. I'd get them to stay to try it with the oolong milk next time, but we had to run. The service was friendly, courteous. Ambiance was trendy but not uptight. Would recommend for a nicer night out

    Food was divine, I had no complaints, and I felt deeply satisfied. I really enjoyed the watermelon…read morewith the tuna sashimi. I ordered their fried chicken thighs because it's what they're known for, and I get it. You can tell the chicken was brined, and it had an excellent crunch. This is a restaurant I would also go to on a date or if I wanted to dress up and look nice with friends, but I'm still glad I went by myself.

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    Lola's - SOUTHERN CHOPPED HERITAGE PORK sweet potato, black garlic honey butter, collard greens

    SOUTHERN CHOPPED HERITAGE PORK sweet potato, black garlic honey butter, collard greens

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    Don Angie

    Don Angie

    4.5(1.2k reviews)
    0.5 miWest Village
    $$$
    Full bar
    Gluten-free friendly

    I lined up around 3:45 on a Monday (Labor Day), when they normally open at 4:30, and was seated…read moreright away in the first wave. I tried the gnocchi and tiramisu. The gnocchi was nice - just the right amount of chew with a cheesy interior, and a nice sauce that was creamy, crunchy from bread crumbs and little bits of toasted garlic, and a nice herb oil over top. The tiramisu was next level - definitely more chocolate forward than coffee, but still did a nice job of bringing those two flavors together with the salted mascarpone. There's a layer of crunchy wafer bits halfway down that made the experience particularly unique. Total worked out to just under $57 after tax and tip. It's expensive, and getting in is such a hassle. I'd still come back at least for the dessert (and the pasta is decent too).

    I can't believe I've never ranked Don Angie, I guess I've just been so excited every time I've gone…read morethat I can't imagine logging on and writing about it, but we went again this weekend and I again am just so happy. Every dish is great, not a single thing is bad. If you want a must have, well the Chrysanthemum salad is a requisite starter, i think the veal tartare is out of this world, and the lasagna should be a required dish. Now again nothing is bad, and if you can try the caramelles you should, and if you aren't getting the amberjack crudo because you're going to be too full then i don't know what you're doing. Whatever you do don't forget the stuffed cheesy bread, it's such a winner. Every cocktail is great, every morsel of food is fantastic, and the tiramisu isn't like any tiramisu you've ever had before. We will as always continue to come!

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    Au Cheval - Double cheeseburger

    Au Cheval

    4.3(1.4k reviews)
    1.2 miChinatown
    $$$

    Got a same day reservation for 9:15pm for a birthday celebration. Huge fan of the ambiance,…read moreespecially for late night. Service is great, food takes a bit to come out can tell it was made to order. - Burger: Blown away by the famous burger, the bacon and egg add ons are absolutely necessary. I'm not usually a fan of bacon but theirs is thick and sweet. - Chopped wedge salad: Loved the chopped wedge salad, you can order a half portion if desired. Half was still plenty to share among 2. - Steak tartare: this was good but wasn't a huge standout. Buttered toast is a nice touch. - Chicken liver: unfortunately too mayo-heavy for our taste. Better with the bread though. - Mille feuille: humongous portion! Liked this better than some mille feuille I tried in Paris lol. Flaky and buttery with a thick cream that wasn't overly sweet.

    How do you even approach a place that you've seen crowned as best burger in America (granted the…read moreChicago location)? Is it a set up for disappointment from the start? I don't know. What I will say - "Mmm. That is a tasty burger!" Is it the best I've ever had? How do I know but it's certainly in the conversation, and most likely better than a Big Kahuna burger. What I loved - two patties that weren't gigantic. Burgers have become either massive monstrosities that the human jaw isn't equipped to handle, or smash burgers, without an in between. Well, maybe not for you new yorkers - in Austin, we have P.Terry's! All in all it was fantastic! and I'd love to come again and try it with bacon and eggs on it in order to ensure I hit my weekly saturated fat allowances in 45 minutes. Also, absolutely loved the chicken tender sliders and would absolutely recoomend them. What has me ding them a bit - the whole ala carte cheeseburger thing - cmon, for the price of a 3 course meal at olive garden you can throw in some papas fritas. Second, the salad (not my idea to order it) was depressing and not good. Third - the $5 fee to a get a rez...although it's probably better than auto grat or those kitchen service charges... Fourth, the service was kinda mixed..one guy was nice while some others were ehhhh. I def like the vibe of the place and would def go back. So I dunno, maybe it should be 5 stars...but i dont think a bunny would eat that salad.

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    Classic Au Cheval Double Cheeseburger with fried egg and pickle

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    Tanner Smiths - Tuna Poke Tacos

    Tanner Smiths

    4.3(2.4k reviews)
    2.5 miMidtown West
    $$

    We had scored an awesome street parking spot and there was no way we were giving that up, so hubs…read moremade sure wherever we ate was within this area. We reserved for a quick bite at Redeye Grill before catching Dog Day Afternoon on Broadway, but as soon as we walked up, some bouncer told us they were closed for a private wedding reception. We were dazed and confused because how was I able to reserve online? But the real plot twist was that it ended up being the best thing that happened. We actually stumbled into Tanner Smith's thinking it'd be the typical, boring bar-food spot. Nope. They first sat us at a hi-top by the door, but that wasn't our vibe, so we grabbed seats at the bar instead. Best decision. Our bartender, Josiah, was absolutely killing it. My cocktail had passion fruit, so of course I asked my usual question: "But is it real passion fruit?" He just nodded in agreement and that told me everything I needed to know. That drink was legit and had nice strength. The food was great too. My fish tacos were packed with fresh fish, the guacamole and salsa were chunky and full of flavor and hubs enjoyed his pastrami sandwich. I have no clue when we'll be back in Midtown, but one thing's for sure- we're sitting with Josiah again.

    Drink of Choice: NA Hugo Spritz - this drink was great and refreshing for all the non-drinkers!…read moreThey also had a short list of NA drinks to try while here! For those who like a little drink with their food, during brunch they offered a number of brunch cocktails (bottomless) for $35 Food of Choice: I had the Truffle Mac and Cheese and a side of the za'tar cauliflower. Both dishes were great and filling. The cauliflower had a lot of bold flavors! The onion ring on top of the Mac and cheese was a nice touch. I couldn't really taste the truffle but I would still order the dish again.

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    The setting from the entrance

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    Gluten free bun

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    Friedman's - Shakshuka

    Friedman's

    4.0(3.4k reviews)
    1.4 miMidtown West
    $$

    Friedman is an absolute must-visit if you are looking for an incredible burger in NYC. I honestly…read moredid not expect to be this impressed, but this ended up being one of the best burgers I have ever had -- and quite possibly the best burger of my life. I ordered the burger with cheese, and everything about it was perfect. The burger itself was THICK, incredibly juicy, and cooked beautifully. You could immediately tell that the meat was high quality, and knowing that they use Creekstone beef made it even better. The flavor was rich and beefy without being overwhelming, and every bite was incredibly satisfying. The patty had that perfect combination of a beautifully cooked exterior while still being extremely juicy and tender inside. And the bread deserves its own paragraph! The brioche-style bun was excellent. It was soft, slightly buttery, and substantial enough to hold the thick patty without falling apart or becoming soggy. It complemented the burger perfectly rather than taking away from the meat. The combination of the juicy Creekstone beef, melted cheese, and that excellent brioche-style bread was honestly phenomenal. What really stood out to me was how substantial the burger was. This wasn't one of those thin burgers where you finish it and immediately feel like you could eat another one. It was thick, hearty, juicy, and incredibly flavorful. Every bite felt like you were getting exactly what you want from a great burger. The fries were also excellent. I really appreciated that they weren't overly fried or greasy. They had a great texture and were crispy without feeling heavy or excessively oily. Sometimes fries can completely overwhelm a meal because they're so fried, but these were much more balanced and paired perfectly with the burger. Overall, Friedman absolutely exceeded my expectations. The burger, especially with the cheese, was outstanding, the Creekstone beef was incredibly flavorful, the brioche-style bun was excellent, and the fries were the perfect accompaniment. If you're in NYC and love burgers, this is a must-go-to. I would absolutely order this burger again and would highly recommend Friedman to anyone looking for a thick, juicy, high-quality burger. Easily one of the best burgers I've ever

    Don't always believe Yelp reviews--especially coming from a Yelp Elite--so let's set the record…read morestraight! First off, just a quick note for anyone looking: this restaurant is not halal. Aside from that, we had a fantastic experience here at Friedmans Herald Square near Penn Station. They were playing Hilary Duff music, which was such a fun touch since they often match the vibe of whatever is happening at MSG! They even had special Hilary Duff mocktails. The atmosphere is super sweet and cozy. The restaurant was empty when we first walked in, but the second we sat down, it completely packed up! The waiter was very friendly, and even though they weren't able to split the check at the table, they did provide an itemized receipt to make figuring it out easy. The food was great overall--the Mac & Cheese bites and the corn were especially good! We also tried the cheesecake and molten cake. Plus, the neighbors sitting next to us were so sweet. A wonderful spot with a fun vibe!

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    Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

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    The Smith - Veggie Burger with fries

    The Smith

    3.9(2.4k reviews)
    3.0 miUpper West Side
    $$$

    I've visited the original The Smith location several times over the years and have always enjoyed…read moremyself. This was my first time dining at the Lincoln Square location on 63rd Street, which opened in 2012, and it was outstanding. A friend was celebrating her promotion and invited a group of friends to join her. We were a table of 11 and were seated in the back dining room. Considering the size of our group, the service was remarkable--attentive, efficient, and never intrusive. I started with a gin martini, which was perfectly made. We ordered an assortment of appetizers to share, making it easy for everyone to sample several things from the menu. For my main course, I went with the ribeye, which was cooked to perfection. Dessert was the highlight of the meal for me. The "Death by Chocolate" was outstanding--a rich chocolate mousse, a caramelized layer of crispy sugar over it, and topped with a dollop of whipped cream. It was the perfect way to finish the evening. Walking into the restaurant, the first thing that caught my attention was the impressive 50-foot zinc bar. The spacious dining room, designed by the Rockwell Group, has an industrial-chic feel, with white subway-tiled walls, reclaimed wood, and large windows. There's also a classic black-and-white photo booth in the basement, which adds a fun touch. The menu is broad enough to appeal to almost everyone, ranging from a raw seafood bar and prime steaks to burgers, mac 'n cheese, and popular brunch dishes. I also appreciate the complimentary house-filtered still and sparkling water--a small detail, but a nice touch. The location is particularly convenient for Lincoln Center, with easy access from the 1 train at 66th Street-Lincoln Center and the A, B, C, and D trains at Columbus Circle. A Little History The Smith traces its roots to 2007, when Jeffrey Lefcourt and Michael Jacobs opened the original location in the East Village. The 63rd Street restaurant opened in November 2012 as the brand's third New York City location, designed to serve Upper West Side residents as well as the large number of people attending performances at Lincoln Center. After years of enjoying the East Village location, I'm glad I finally made it to the 63rd Street restaurant. With excellent service, a lively atmosphere, a broad menu, and a great location, it delivered a thoroughly enjoyable experience. I'll definitely be back.

    Had weekday lunch here with coworkers. Nice ambience, a little bit loud. I came during the Knicks…read morevs Spurs playoffs and they had a Knicks themed menu which was very cool. The food was great! Everything I had tasted good and I didn't have any huge complaints about. I recommend the truffle parmesan fries, burrata with bread, and the shrimp scampi (which wasn't spicy as advertised but was very fresh and lemony)

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    Zou Zou’s

    Zou Zou’s

    4.2(601 reviews)
    1.4 miChelsea, Midtown West, Hell's Kitchen
    $$$
    Full bar
    Gluten-free friendly

    We all know that New York is home to so many great restaurants, yet I can confidently say that Zou…read moreZou's is one of the best. They have a lovely rooftop bar while you wait for a table. Then, when it was finally time to be seated in the dining room, I was so pleased with the upscale, romantic interior. Our server for that night was Ferdian, who was so attentive and had real class service. We made the reservation with OpenTable for 12 and ended up with 13 people. I love that the staff was so accommodating with the last-minute request We did the pre-fixed menu to make things easier. Everything was delicious from the beginning to the end. They were also able to accommodate gluten-free and dairy-free restrictions among those wonderful meals. My favorites were the dips, branzino, and hamachi. duck borek, and the desserts! The grilled pineapple was out of this world. Simple dish with complex flavors. The crunchy cheese cake was delicious too. I had the Road to Jericho cocktail, and it was yummy.

    I came here with a large group so got to sample a lot of new things…read more - the kasseri cheese comes with a focaccia that has a pleasant sweetness to it - fattoush is probably going to be my go-to salad here with a moderate vinaigrette and candied pecans to balance the cabbage - the rice was good but didn't think it was so memorable; same with the roasted chicken which was tender and juicy and suited for a healthy meal - the Yemeni steak was my favorite thing here so far; the green sauce has a sweetness that complements the meat well and it's actually cooked medium rare - Moroccan fried chicken was just fine; came with a sour cream like sauce (perhaps for latkes?) and a sweet fruit compote that was good but besides a kick to the breading, this was some regular chicken - the charred broccoli is savory with a kick from the cashew harissa - Latkes were good and hot, but nothing too memorable Desserts: chocolate tart was good enough, the lemon froyo was actually even better, and the toffee pudding was too much cinnamon cake rather than decadent sticky pudding for my preference. Overall, I like the vegetables dishes a lot more here and I know what I like now, but not very interested in trying more things.

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    Perry St - newamerican - Updated September 2026

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