Ambiance of hanging gardens meets library meets courtyard, and very quality and plentiful drinks (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic)

I was really excited to come try out breakfast at one of the coolest hotels in NYC. The Beekman Hotel is a well known place here. It has alot of history to it. I came here on a holiday weekend. The like lounge part area/bar is a cool area to sit in depending on where you sit as there is a part of the area where if you look up the balconies just make a cool view. Anyways, they sat me in another area where I was seated in a booth area by the window. Location of the table was fine but wow the couch that they have for the booth is so very u comfortable. I don't know if it was just my side but it was low to the ground and like very worn in. I was like sinking into the couch. It actually made my back hurt more than it does regularly. I ordered the Beekman breakfast I think it was called. It was scrambled eggs with asparagus and bacon, and mushrooms. I asked for no mushrooms. So the dish comes out and it looks good. I take a bite and the eggs seemed like not to be fresh they tasted like they were microwaved or something and the bacon were more like bacon bit pieces which I thought they were going to be like actual bacon pieces. The food was pretty salty and just not that good. The service was pretty slow and my waitress never came over to check on how I was doing or if I needed anything. I had to get another person attention when I wanted the check and then like another person brought me the check. It was all just soo odd. The meal came with a choice of juice so I got orange juice. I also got an iced latte. Would I come back here for brunch and try out something else... nope I am all set especially with the prices that the food is. I would come back and try out some drinks at the bar area though. read more

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My cousin and I had a very nice brunch at Temple Court. We walked in for a late meal during a Sunday snowstorm and had no trouble getting a table. The jazz brunch menu was being served until 3pm. The atmosphere was wonderful, featuring live music for part of our stay, a vintage elegant ambiance, and impressive architecture. However, the restaurant was incredibly cold. While the snowstorm may have played a part, I noticed one other reviewer mentioning the freezing temperature as well. For my meal, I ordered the smoked salmon toast and a side of chicken apple sausage. The toast, which cost $23, came with cream cheese, pickled red onions, and caper berries. I was pleasantly surprised by the very generous portion of high-quality, buttery salmon and the substantial size of the dish. While the menu didn't list the type of bread, it seemed to be a multigrain with the right thickness and a nice crunch, though the outer edges were a bit too hard. The tang from the onions and the unique caper berries were nice touches, and I would definitely order this again. The side of chicken apple sausage was good and reportedly house-made, but it was fairly standard. I also enjoyed a genmaicha tea that was served at my ideal temperature and in a teapot, which provided several servings. My cousin ordered the country omelette, which he enjoyed, though he felt it wasn't quite worth the price. He also had a cappuccino that he found disappointing, noting an unpleasant aftertaste and a texture that suggested the beans weren't properly ground. Overall, it was a good experience, though I likely wouldn't return unless I were invited by someone else. read more

Temple Court - smoked salmon toast and a side of chicken apple sausage - American Near Me - New York, New York

5 stars across the board: food, service and ambience. I was happy to revisit Temple Court for Restaurant Week recently. I highly recommend checking them out during RW which for Temple Court runs through the end of August (not August 17th, the official end of RW). My dining partner never experienced Temple Court so the stakes were high and Temple Court certainly didn't disappoint. Upon entrance, the dining area was breathtaking but I already knew that. Service was above and beyond and there was no hesitation from the server to offer wine samples when making a vintage decision. I had a lovely Rose to accompany my 3 course meal. But before that, an Amuse Bouche of Chilled Zucchini Soup was brought to the table. It was unlike anything I've ever tasted. I could easily have had a proper portion of it. Next, a flaky, buttery roll. Decadent and delicious. We were off to an amazing start. For appetizer, we both chose the Agnoletti which was Ricotta pasta pockets smothered with roasted corn. Delicate and excellent. I knew I wanted seafood for my main and selected the Roasted Cod. There were some selections that had a supplemental charge, example the Swordfish which was an additional $10. We both enjoyed the Cod which was seared ever so lightly with eggplant and zucchini ringlets laying on top. It was accurately described as prepared in a light broth. For dessert, I chose the Chocolate Panna Cotta which was outstanding. Smothered with Chocolate and Strawberries, it was the perfect finish. The other dessert selection was Tres Leches. Though I sampled a tiny bite, I was content with my dessert. Service was outstanding. One manager checked in with us to apologize for the slight delay of the dessert not coming out sooner. Truth be told, we appreciated a bit of a lull since we were getting full. Water glasses were never empty and finally, another manager dropped by as we were wrapping up /getting ready to leave. He wanted our feedback on our dining experience. Amazing food and experience with an ethereal like atmosphere. I cannot speak more highly of Temple Court. A must visit. read more

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3 stars and disappointed. We came here during Christmas for the jazz brunch. Jazz was great, the perfect level of sound. Unfortunately, the hotel needs a refresh. It's exceptionally dark inside -- not just the wood and furniture -- but there's a dearth of lighting. Additionally, the chairs are stooped so low that it's difficult to have a conversation or get comfortable. We ordered the brunch menu, and our food came out timely. Unfortunately, I ordered an egg dish that when presented to me was the wrong dish. I sent it back in hopes of obtaining what I actually ordered and did receive the correct order, but it came too late to be enjoyed with my partner. The mismatch in timing and order really made for an unpleasant dining experience. The food itself was very mediocre and confirms my prior belief that brunch food can and should be made at home at a significantly more reasonable price point. Also disappointed that the juices on the menu are not fresh pressed, as I would have thought for an upscale establishment. Overall, the service left a lot to be desired, as did the food. read more

First and foremost, Temple Court is absolutely beautiful and has a stunning atrium that is worthy of visiting. It was quite busy on a Friday night but I managed to get a seat at the bar. I ordered the Pablo Neruda cocktail and the steak tartare. The cocktail was quite tasty but wasn't strong at all despite having tequila, mezcal, and vermouth. The steak tartare was delicious and I loved the use of pickles in addition to the egg (which some places forget)! The chips were also a nice touch. All in all, I'd definitely visit and try other cocktails + try their soufflé when it comes back on the dessert menu. read more

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I ordered the scallops and my daughter ordered the steak. Our dinners were dropped off. There were 4 scallops and they were refrigerator cold. We ordered roasted carrots as a side to share. They were completely tasteless, and looked awful. Our server didn't come to check for 10 minutes. My drink was empty for all of that time. The server was very apologetic, but had a lame excuse for neglecting us. read more

Temple Court - Scallop dinner. I ate a half of one of the 4 scallops. $41 for 4 small scallops served cold. - American Near Me - New York, New York

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Went here for restaurant week. Want to take your date on a cute and romantic spot. This could be the spot. Look at all the chandeliers, stained glass, and dimmed lighting. It's perfect for a romantic date. The only problem is ... A lot of the food that we ordered were on the saltier end. We overheard the table next to us having the same issue and the staff was really professional and apologetic about it. So they offered to take it back and re-prepare it to their liking. Additionally, the staff was really friendly. However, I think this is a check it out once for me, especially for this price point. We ordered: Complimentary sweet potato soup Appetizer: Burrata Chestnut Agnolitti Hamachi Crudo Entree: Braised Lamb Shoulder Grilled Prime Hanger Steak Sides: Creamed Spinach Potato Puree Dessert: Matcha Olive Oil Cake Chocolate Mille Feuille Passionfruit Semifreddo read more

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Excellent spot where the beekman breakfast is offered. The smoked whitefish Benedict is great and so is the rhubarb strawberry jam. The juice with lavender is unlike anything that I have ever tried. Bagels are a must and even though you're still seven plus hours away from Paris the chocolate croissant was surprisingly good. Service was decent and knowledgeable about the menu. Word to the wise: the breakfast menu skews savory and the space where you eat is quite majestic and feels like you're dining in the past think +150 years ago. Highly recommended. Great spot for a power breakfast or lunch with colleagues or clients. read more

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We stayed at the Beekman during a layover out to Africa for our honeymoon and were able to enjoy Temple court for both dinner and breakfast. We had amazing meals at both and I absolutely loved my coffee and avocado toast. The vibe in this spot is EVERYTHING. Dark. Moody. Ideal for a date night. read more

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Came here for my birthday dinner and unfortunately left disappointed. The restaurant was freezing cold, and the food was overwhelmingly salty. I ordered the hangar steak with creamy spinach and corn on the side. The corn was far too lemony and unpleasant, while the spinach was nearly inedible due to excessive salt. Overall, not an enjoyable meal. The ambiance itself is lovely and the staff were attentive, but the food fell short of expectations. Sadly, I wouldn't recommend this spot if you're looking for a good dining experience. read more

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This restaurant is absolutely beautiful with great, attentive staff. Drinks were good and service was top notch. We felt bad complaining because the staff really were so apologetic and wonderful but almost every single one of our dishes was way wayyy too salty. The steak was really tough and dry. Food had a lot of potential but we felt a bit disappointed due to the salty food. We tried really hard to ignore it but couldn't finish the meals. read more

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Nice, limited semi-inventive menu, hot coffee, attentive staff. But this? Attention to details, please and thank you. read more

Temple Court - Sauce , splattered and dried under a layer of dust on the table's lamp. - American Near Me - New York, New York

In the classy historic Beakman hotel in Fidi you'll find a delicious restaurant called Temple Court. It is a top notch establishment, where the staff anticipate your needs and are attentive. We enjoyed the caviar and steak and fish. Desserts were also delicious! read more

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We had a reservation for Friday evening for restaurant week. It wasn't busy when we arrived but it filled up later in the night. The restaurant is dimly lit but each table has their own lamp. The service was very attentive and they checked on us multiple times throughout the night. I got the octopus, scallops with pork belly ($10 extra), and the matcha olive oil cake. My friend go the hamachi, pork chop and the chocolate mille feuille They started us off with bread and a sweet potato soup with smoked apple oil. The soup was very creamy and the smoked apple oil was distinct. We enjoyed the meal. The pork belly and pork chop was too fatty for us, but otherwise everything had a great flavor, was well prepared, and a decent portion size. The cake was good, but didn't have a distinct matcha or olive oil flavor. read more

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Celebrated my birthday dinner here while visiting the city. The food was delicious. Beautiful ambiance and great service. I was greeted with a birthday card from our server. Nice Touch! Only downside of the meal was that they were out of the drink I wanted (John F. Fitzgerald) but what I did order instead, the Pablo neruda was good! For dinner I had the grilled hanger steak and this was super flavorful and tender. I enjoyed this meal. Others in our group had the pork chop and the braised lamb shank. We all enjoyed our meals and cocktails. For dessert they brought out a mango cheesecake which was very delicious and flavorful. A sweet tasting and beautiful dessert. Thanks for making my birthday dinner so enjoyable! read more

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We were in NY so we stopped in for dinner. The staff was friendly. I ordered scallops. They were tasty but small portions. I was still hungry lol Not sure I'll be back. Perhaps but next time I'll have an appetizer :) read more

Returned to Temple Court and had a nice early Mother's Day dinner. The Foie Gras appetizer was excellent as well as the Duck and Striped Bass entrees. Had the Lemon Meringue Pie, Cookies & Cream Semifreddo and Chocolate Ganache Tart - all were great finishes with perhaps the Semifreddo standing out the most. Service was friendly and impeccable as always. read more

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This establishment gets a much deserved 5 stars and one of Manhattan's best kept secrets. I fell in love with the vision that Tom Colicchio put into this restaurant, even before he became a so-called "celebrity chef." Having dined here several times in the past, and aways having an exceptional experience; I wanted to visit during summer restaurant week. Beyond the unique Classic and Victorian decor to the breathtaking view of the nine-story atrium, the food remained consistent, unique, and appealing even for the limited 3-course set menu for restaurant week! Dinner for two, we decided to share each selection to taste all the menu had to offer. We started with the burrata with heirloom tomato salad and grilled octopus, followed by the peach-infused pork chop and lemon zest cod, and finished with the strawberry shortbread cookie and chocolate hazelnut mousse cake. Each dish served was delicate, well throughout, and absolutely delightful. The restaurant week deal made it even more satisfying! Highly recommended for a romantic night out! read more

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What a let down. Food was overpriced (even for nyc standards) and mediocre at best. The real issue here was the service from the bartenders. Took 15m for them to even come up to me and I wasn't looking at the menu.... Was trying to get their attention the whole time but they were too busy chatting. There were 4 bartenders and only about 4 people at the bar. I train bartenders everyday for my job and these were some of the worst I've encountered. They never asked how my food was (again, mediocre) and just seemed too busy chatting to do their job correctly. Lastly, they charged me $6 for a glass of sparkling water. If you're going to charge for water, which is fine, atleast give me the bottle. A glass of seltzer for $6 is ridiculous, it's not even about the price but the principal. Go next door to Le Gratin. Service is much better as well as the food. read more

Decided to stop into this spot because of the Christmas atmosphere and stayed for amazing drinks and food. The staff was fantastic and friendly. The atrium above the dining area is an impressive sight. The tree and lights make it such a fun festive experience. The cocktails were fantastic. The vesper and beekman old fashioned were particular favorites. The onion dip and red pepper dip were both great accompaniments. Fun for holiday get togethers. read more

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My friend and I had a Restaurant Month lunch for $45 each. The food was good and the ambiance is wonderful. Love the decor. It was a weekday and the weather was freezing so the restaurant was almost empty. The wait staff was enamoured with my beautiful friend and totally ignored I was a guest. When I asked about a dish, she answered by looking at my friend. I wish she was more discreet about her "love". Otherwise, our experience was great. read more

Go here for the drinks and the vibe ONLY. The food is terrible. Both dishes we ordered were over cooked and very dry. Even if cooked to the right temperature the flavor still would have been lack luster. The soup has to have been the worst part of the meal. It left a lingering flavor that did not dissipate even when chased with copious amounts of strong alcohol. I would not recommend eating any of the food. It is absolutely not worth the $$$$. read more

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Been planning on dining here for a while. Our niece used to baby sit for Tom Colicchio, so why not try his restaurant? We were celebrating a birthday, and found this location worked well for us. A mid-week dinnerand this place was bustling. Located adjacent to the Beekman Hotel, it is fancy shmancy with a pricetag to suit. We were seated right away, and the service is attentive. I found the noise level to be deafening, and that is not to say background music is too loud. The interior drsigners for these restaurants and bars really need to consider acoustics, as the reflective hard surfaces make conversation unintelligable. The lamb was very good but my wife found it to be a bit overseasoned. I liked my pork chop though. The gazpacho to start off was a small serving size, but potent flavorwise. Be sure to visit the restroom in the hotel bar next door and grab a view of the historic atrium when you look up. read more

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This place is stunningly beautiful with an aged classiness only found downtown. The restaurant is within the Beekman Hotel and the food was amazing. We went here for breakfast and I got the "something" madam it was fresh sourdough toasted with smoked ham and sunny-side up eggs with a gruyere chcheese sauce... it was one of the best breakfasts of my life. The coffee was strong and the grapefruit juice was fresh. Such a great experience! Go here for a relaxing breakfast in a beautiful classy space. read more

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- recommend: steak tartar, soft shelled crab special, I don't remember which of their signature cocktails I ordered but absolutely love it (see image for reference) - came for a friend's birthday, he thoroughly enjoyed his pork ravioli, though he found his old fashioned "too smoky" - staff was friendly and attentive - ambiance was low key and casual - loved the architecture, ended up going up the hotel stairs and exploring after dinner: - pro tip...if you keep taking the stairs, they keep going....infinitely. you will eventually find yourself in a completely different building that is NOT the hotel read more

Temple Court - Beef tartar - American Near Me - New York, New York

So amazing!! Dmitrii was an excellent server and extremely attentive throughout the evening. The prime rib special with bordelaise and bernaise sauce was delicious. We also loved the chocolate crémeux to end the night. Beautiful hotel and beautiful restaurant! read more

Extremely friendly staff, fun seasonal drinks, hip/modern decor. We came late on a Wednesday night and were seated quickly at one of the lounge tables. Drinks came quickly. Our aunt had a question about her hotel credit and the manager helped her right away. read more

Temple Court - Double queen - American Near Me - New York, New York

Food poisoning. Stay away. Beautiful venue, kind staff and despite all this attention to detail I began vomiting from this meal a few hours later. Still sick the next day. Please avoid. read more

You must come here for the incredible dark, vintage and elegant ambiance. I brought my mom here for her birthday a few years back and she loved it. We arrived promptly right when dinner service started and the kind host gave us the best table in the main dining room to have a view of the entire restaurant. The food was nothing special that could knock your pants off but super well executed and extra points for the lovely setting +1 for a memorable time. read more

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In the quest of looking for the best burger in the city, you have to consider this one. Its original approach by having the truffle cheese enough to enhance the flavor, the tomato smashed and the right blend for the meat makes it a winner on my book. Gave it 4 stars just because I'm saving the 5 stars for the absolute perfect, and there can be only one. Service, even though I had my burger on the bar, the service was outstanding, and what else can be said about having a burger and a beer under the beautiful atrium, listening to live music and great vibe! read more

Temple Court - The TC's burger - American Near Me - New York, New York

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Just like the hotel, dining was amazing here. All of the food was amazing and flavorful. The staff are so accommodating I could help but say thank you to everything they did during our service. There is a great band on the weekends for brunch that takes you back to the roaring 20s. Kind of interesting to get a glimpse of what life looked like and how dining was an art during that time. The portions are good so you are not overly stuffed. The mocktail summer vacation was so good! There wasn't anything we had that wasn't good and flavorful. The decor was amazing. I would make a reservation if you aren't staying in the hotel. Because we were guests, we didn't have an issue which was nice. Staff kept your water glass full and kept a nice distance with an eye on when to ask if we needed anything or to clear the table. Great place for a higher end ladies brunch, business meeting or a nice trear to slurge on yourself. read more

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Located in the landmark Beekman hotel in FiDi, Temple Court makes a nice escape from the hustling and bustling city. Beautiful ambiance and attentive service. My friend was a bit cold from the AC and the staff brought over a blanket for her, before she even asked. The drinks were great, but the food left something to be desired. We ordered the Mushroom à la Grecque, Denver Wagyu, and scallops, and unfortunately, everything was a bit over seasoned. For dessert, we had the Pistachio Chocolate Tart, which ended up being a little too sweet. Overall, I would comeback for the ambiance and cocktails but might skip the food next time. read more

What a marvelous delight. I felt as if I had slipped into a secret moment in time. Stopped by the bar after walking the Brooklyn Bridge. I'll be back for dinner and I'm recommending the Hotel to friends. It's an absolutely beautiful setting. read more

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One of the most beautiful restaurants in the city! Good for date, small group of friends, or family. The food is good but traditional, most of dishes are large, good for share! read more

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Came here for jazz brunch on a Saturday morning. Unfortunately they play music through the overhead speakers while the jazz band is playing ?????? It was so odd and rude to the band honestly. also dont advertise a jazz brunch and have other music playing. just weird! The seating was odd to say the least. The chairs were all SO low compared to the tables and sunk down even more when you sat on them. We were chest level with the table. I could barely reach my food. We got the French toast to share which was divine! definitely recommend. i got an almond milk latte that was also really well done. we got the egg white omelette and it was one of the best ive ever had. i was worried it would be dry and it was not. my brother ordered the ancient grain& sunny side up egg and said it was good but nothing special. also he asked for sugar with his coffee and they did not bring a spoon to stir it with! for a higher end establishment this was a strange thing to miss. the single restroom sink did not work. the wait staff is fine. not very personable. all business. we are glad we went for the experience. the jazz was great we just wish there wasn't music playing over it. would go back and just get coffee and a light bite maybe. but i think this place is trying to present itself as high end and worth $$$$ but its just a regular $$/$$$ spot dressed up in fancy clothes. read more

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Late review. Came for RW with the ladies. They are one of the few that allows you to order from the regular menu plus they did give my friend a birthday card and sang to her, so 4 stars. The portions are generous and the food is served promptly. Ambiance is beautiful and great for a birthday celebration. The only thing I want to bring up is how salty a lot of the items are. For appetizers, we got almost everything on the menu since there were five of us. My favorites were the tartare and pasta. The arugula salad was a salt lick - the dressing plus the Parmesan cheese made the salad so salty it was inedible. However this was resolved with a quick note to our waiter who kindly replaced our salad and put the cheese separately (we didn't use it). For mains, the standouts were the seafood dishes - cod and scallop dishes were amazing. The lamb was delicious too and a very generous portion. The pork chop was cooked to the most perfect temp and was tender and juicy. I wasn't that impressed with the beef which I felt was outshined by the other mains. Many of the choices had additional supplemental charges from $5-$15, so make your choice wisely. Dessert was lovely and a great ending to the night. read more

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We came here for my daughter's 16th birthday. We were searching and searching for restaurants online and my wife happen to see pictures of the wall of books and stained glass. Classy and out of this world quality and service. My youngest chose lobster salad and mushroom side. Oldest went with a mushroom starter and my wife had the diver scallops. I had the halibut- we were all impressed. The deviled egg (quail?) was a great beginning. Four waiters brought our dishes out and the BEST part?? Everyone from the restaurant signed a birthday card for my daughter. No tacky singing- just a high class card and simple candle when we had desert. Yes- we each had dessert that were equally tasty and beautiful to see. We would definitely return and recommend this to friends. read more

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We were staying at the Beekman and came here for breakfast. Not sure if this is the regular breakfast place, because a pipe broke and there had been a flood. So things were def in flux... and it showed. The host stand is on the street side, not the hotel side, so if you come down the elevators, you have to walk through the whole restaurant to find the host stand. Then they were vague on timing but said maybe 20 to 30 minutes wait. So we started waiting... after 15 mintes they said our table opened but had to be cleaned, which took another 10 minutes. Then we got seated but waited another 10 minutes for our server.... finally we were able to order... but then the food came slowly. Service was a solid 2 stars. Food was avocado toast for one person, Beekman Breakfast for 2 others, French Toast for a fourth and Salmon plate for me. The Salmon was good but didn't have enough cream cheese with it. The avocado toast was bustin'. The potatoes with the Beekman breakfast were undercooked and weird. French toast was good. Food overall was about a 3.5. Then the bill came....$175 and a $30 tip got the total to $205. That averaged $40 a person. And yes the 2 kids got orange juice, and there was a spare yogurt granola bowl ordered. And yes it is New York. But I am sorry... that is just too much for what we got. So two stars. Would try to never go back. In fact, I think there is a Starbuck's across the street.... read more

Temple Court - The ceiling of Temple Court - American Near Me - New York, New York

I came for private dining for an event on a Thursday night around 6:30 PM. While the downstairs was beautifully decorated and had the moody lighting going for it, the private room was pretty bland. When we first arrived into the room there was a small open bar set up. The bartender was great. He was friendly and personable. They also set up some small snacks before coming in like an onion dip, chips and popcorn. I tried the dip which was pretty good and also the chips which were very stale for some reason. For our dinner we got some dishes to try family style: MIXED GREENS SALAD: Good mix of items and a nice salad. MUSHROOMS A LA GRECQUE: Mushrooms were average. They came with some giant crostini baked with cheese. The whole dish was just ok. The mushrooms were so overpowering and the crostini was just bread and cheese. It didn't flow well together at all. ROASTED COD: The cod itself was well cooked but super bland. And they put some blacked oil on top of it that just did not add any taste apart from burnt bits? The creamed corn the cod was sitting on was really good. And there was also some steamed clams on the dish as well that felt extraneous. HANGER STEAK: Hanger steak's flavor was good. It was pretty chewy though. Additionally, it was covered with peppers on top that were actually cooked pretty well as well. BROCCOLI RABE: Everything was completely charred. No flavor except for burnt. ROASTED HEIRLOOM CARROTS: Perfectly cooked carrots. Flavor was good as well. The brown butter really elevated the dish. DOUGHNUT HOLES: Yum! Really good donut holes and the chocolate sauce it came with was really great and really added to the dish. CHEESECAKE: Great cheesecake with a lovely crust. The strawberries and honey were also a nice topping. Additionally, the servers told us they are unable to give us boxes to take food to go which was disappointing since we did have lots of food left and it is sad to see it all go to waste like that. All in all, food here was a complete disappointment though there were some good items that popped up here and there. read more

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