Was recommended to try out American Bar, which may be a rather generic name but the food definitely made for a memorable meal! We started with the big green salad, which had a lovely blend of lettuce and endives in a refreshing vinaigrette that helped balance out the richness in some of our other orders like the spicy lobster pasta and the pigs in a blanket - the latter being exactly what you'd expect. The spicy lobster pasta was my personal favorite, not necessarily spicy but it had a nice garlicky tomato sauce with tender chunks of lobster generously tucked within thick al-dente noodles. The miso black cod texture-wise was cooked buttery and soft, taste-wise had a prominent taste of ginger. They also gave us these olives filled with blue (?) cheese that have that classic salty, acidicity to it - probably an acquired taste - but we all enjoyed it as a light bite. The interior has a dim ambience with a lovely view of the street, great for drinks and a nice dinner, and service was delightful! read more

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What an incredible spot in the West Village! I'd heard the buzz about this restaurant online and about their iconic burger and Peanut Chicken Salad, so of course we had to try both. They were absolutely incredible. The burger truly melts in your mouth, and the Peanut Chicken Salad came in a generous portion, full of flavor and tossed in the perfect amount of dressing. We also tried the café and dirty martinis, and both were great. I highly recommend American Bar to anyone visiting. The atmosphere was exactly what I imagined, and our server was quick and attentive. Just make sure to get a reservation in advance. read more

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Had a great meal here. Food was excellent, wine selection was solid too. Service was good, not quite flawless, but a solid four across the board. read more

Came here for lunch on a Sunday and really enjoyed the experience! The food was super delish and the service was pretty good too! I would recommend both the French dip and chopped salad. I will say the au jus was very peppercorn forward vs brothy but I still enjoyed it! read more

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I love this place. Everyone needs their go to spot for American food for the casual night where you just want a solid meal no frills American bar is this spot for me. I have been countless times and will keep coming back. While the food is nothing mind blowing it's always solid. The service is always great and the ambience perfect for whatever evening you're intending to have. The chopped and Greek chop salad are always great and the miso black cod is wonderful. We even ordered a second miso black card the last time we were there. They make a great martini and always have the perfect aesthetic. read more

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Great service but our food was just OK, the salad was a bit vinegary and could be chopped. The pornstar martini was separated which isn't my preference. well decorated and cute glasses read more

American Bar - New York - peanut salad - Bars Near Me - New York, New York

Not going to lie I was stoked to eat here and the food did not disappoint. This place gets booked up quick every night of the week so be sure to get a reservation ahead of time. The inside of the place is also insanely quaint and just an overall great vibe. I would highly recommend if in the area. We got 4 total dishes ordered the burger but the salmon and the chicken also came out tasty. Cheers! read more

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The spinach artichoke dip is to die for. It is an absolute favorite and you need to order it. We also ordered the lobster pasta and burger which were both solid. We were seated in the outdoor heated tent and really enjoyed it and appreciated the quality service we received here. read more

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A group of 6 of us came at noon and who knew American Bar is a VIBE for lunch. Ambiance was almost better at lunch, I don't know what it was. I ordered the espresso martini as I know they're GAS here, but immediately regretted it when I tasted someone else's breakfast martini. The fusion of Tito's, Orange Marmalade, and lemon had me feeling like I was sitting on the beach in the South of Italy under a striped umbrella just enjoying my existence. Not Positano though, it gets too crowded. We started with pigs in a blanket and they were straight heat, as they almost always are. They are undebatably one of the most underrated appetizers in the game. Pigs in a blanket gotta be 6th man of the year... The 3 of you that consistently read my reviews know that I'm on a quest to find the best steak frites in the city, so when I seen it on the menu I had to pull the trigger. The 8oz hanger steak came with maitre'd butter and some well done thin fries. Not steak sauce on top thank GOD. When a steak comes with steak sauce, one can't help but wonder what they are hiding. What you scared of? Let that steak be eaten for what it is. The steak came medium rare and was cooked PERFECTLY. Fries were good to but to be honest I am a sucker for some thick cut fries or shoestring fries. One extreme or the other... that's personal preference though. I mean everything kind of a personal preference ahahha. We got the check and headed to the Spaniard as one does after a meal in the West Village. All in all, I have it ranked 3rd on my NYC steak frites ranking behind Virginia's and Pastis. I've only tried like 8 though ahahaha they be expensive. IG @jnov_ Tiktok @jnov_reviews read more

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I was visiting New York for a short two day weekend and I stumbled upon this bar and I am so happy I've been thinking about this place for about two weeks. I had the dirty martini and it was the best martini in my whole life. There was a hint of blue cheese in the vodka mix. The bartender was very nice and the vibe was quaint and gave young professional. Overall, I would come here again, and I would try the food but just based off of the dirty martini, I would give it 50 stars. Also, my dining partner stated that the old-fashioned was very good . read more

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Was so excited to eat at American Bar after having cocktails at the bar a number of times and the experience was disappointing. We were a few minutes late to our reservation due to public transportation issues and had to wait in line while others checked in at the restaurant, once we were in front of the hostess she was very rude saying "she was just about to give our reservation away", and that "we need to make sure we are wrapped up by 9:30 because they need the table back". First off none of the above needed to be said, she could have just said "welcome, we will seat you in just a moment" the additional context is just unnecessary and rude! We are sat quickly and our server comes over and takes our drink order and asks if we are ready to order food (this in four minutes after we were sat) we knew what we wanted to order as an appetizer but had not had time to decide on anything else; the server seemed annoyed and told us that we need to put our entire order in, so we all just made a split decision as we felt pressured. Here is what we had and our thoughts on the dishes: Appetizer: - Spinach and artichoke dip (this was really great and I loved the chips that came with it) Main course: - Salmon (very dry and overcooked, also I have never had a restaurant ask me how I want my Salmon cooked) - hamburger (my boyfriend said that it was an overpriced five guys burger at best and that there are better hamburgers in the city) - bolognese (good, but nothing to write home about). The two items on the menu that were actually good are the spinach dip and the French fries. I would recommend coming to American Bar to sit at the bar and have a cocktail and fries, don't waste your time sitting at a table and eating mediocre food. The two stars are for the Ambiance and the dip. I will not be returning to American bar and I used to love dropping into this place for a nightcap. read more

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Really wanted to love American Bar but was so disappointed that my $38 ($38!!!) salad with chicken had literally 3 TINY pieces of chicken on a tooth pick stick. There was no protein and i went home full still after. Yes it was tasty but I should not be hungry after a $50 meal (with tax/tip). Servers were nice and ambiance was cute! Just be prepared to be hungry still :) read more

Sat at the bar w my friend and had so many glasses of wine and an amazing salad w fries. It's beautiful inside but they also offer outdoor seating. I'll be dreaming about that salad for a while. read more

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Such a great experience! Food was amazing, probably the best salad (peanut chicken) i've had in a while. The only negative thing I would have to say is that we asked for the dressing on the side and it came tossed but the taste made up for it. And then we ordered the spring rolls and they were so good so flavorful crispy crunchy everything was amazing about them. We wanted to order more but we were very full. The salad is very big so I recommend getting that as your entrée or sharing with someone (please do half versions of all your salads). I then got the Lychee martini which was good, but it wasn't a very flavorful Lychee profile, so not sure if I would order again. Lastly, my friend ordered the espresso martini which was very frothy and all the right flavors. We walked in last night around 6:30pm looking to grab some food. There wasn't tables available but bar was first come first serve. While we were standing there a resy notification for the bar popped up at 7:15pm so while we waited we went across the street to grab a drink and then we asked the host to text us if the bar seats opened up sooner which she did so thank you! Overall, this experience was amazing and I'm looking to come back and try the pigs in a blanket and burger. read more

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Great service and great food! Our water glasses were always full and the food came out quick and hot. Very happy with the chicken paillard and the spicy lobster pasta. read more

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This fry + salad + cocktail combo is TOP tier. The fries were the perfect amount of crisp and the sauce was delicious. The salad was such a good portion size & so tasty. The drinks were made to perfection. I will be back!! read more

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Food was great! Came in for a girls night dinner and had a great time! Drinks were good and service was attentive. read more

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Such a great experience here. The atmosphere is so New York. I love the graphics on the menus, postcards, and match boxes. And the food was delicious. The Syrah wine was a really good dry red. We started with the brussels sprouts which were perfectly crispy with Parmesan. I got the Caico e Pepe for my meal and it had the perfect texture and peppery taste (the Saturday special). I tried my friend's peanut chicken salad which was delicious too - you know it's a good place when even the salad is worth getting. Would absolutely come back! read more

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This place is great for people watching, but not great for much else. Our food and drinks were just okay and the service was efficient but not necessarily friendly. I would come back for drinks, but would skip dinner. read more

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I really enjoyed my experience here! The service was great and there were great vibes. My friend and I sat outside. We each got 1/2 the chopped salad. We shared onion strings and the ice cream sandwich. Everything was good and solid - but nothing spectacular. I'm super happy I finally got to come here. There are 2 single stall bathrooms in the back to the right of the restaurant. read more

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Feel bad writing this because this place used to be good but it's not anymore. Drinks were average at best and food was fine. It's lost all its atmosphere and was a lack luster experience. Tummy felt a little funky after as well. Will say service was good. It took awhile for food to come though. Doesn't seem worth it to spend this much here. read more

Went to American Bar for a group dinner. American bistro decor, rustic tables. The restaurant was way too cold to be comfortable. Granted it is cold in NYC but the heating was really not appropriate. The food is good but not great. American food type of dishes were not differentiated. For the price/value ratio, there are many other places to go in Manhattan. read more

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I came here for dinner with some friends last week after work and had a good time! Started with some wine and the spinach artichoke dip. It was good but nothing extraordinary. Two of us ordered the peanut chicken salad for our mains and the other two ordered the burger with fries. The salad was good and fresh and a huge portion! But, again, nothing that blew my mind. The burger, on the other hand, was delicious! And the fries were super thin and crispy. We sat outside in the cabin enclosure they have out there, and it was so heated and cozy! The wait staff was also very attentive and kind! I would definitely come back, but I'm not going to be running to get another reservation. read more

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Make a reservation for dinner - it gets crowded! We had a reservation dinner for an early meal at 5 on a Sunday and the restaurant filled up quickly. The ambiance is dark - but really nice for an intimate meal. The decor is very pretty and they had beautiful menus. We ordered the spinach and artichoke dip, which was delicious - it had plenty of artichokes in it. The crispy brussels are also a nice add for veggies. The classic burger was so delicious - it was juicy and flavorful. The fries were also perfectly crispy. Overall great meal, lots of good looking menu items! read more

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Great place for a burger and a drink, not just a full meal. Went solo looking for a quick bite and glass of wine at a bar around the West Village. Didn't want cheap and low quality but also not looking for tremendously expensive and slow, and this was the perfect place. There aren't a ton of spots at the bar -- maybe 10 with two of them facing a wall, but the movement around primetime at 7pm was great. Didn't need a reservation, as it was first-come first-serve. The atmosphere was vibrant, loud conversational background, low light modern happening place. Service at the bar was amicable, fun, and attentive. Drink within seconds of sitting down and ordering. They are moving at a fast pace but don't seem overwhelmed. Burger and fries came out within 10 minutes during busy primetime dinner. The burger was only $25 bucks and came out a perfect medium rare. So juicy, great portion, and voluminous without being messy somehow. Nice bun approaching but not fully brioche. Soft and pliable without a nice amount of bounce. The shoestring fries were excellent. Comes with mayo and ketchup tins. Wine by the glass list was decent albeit not long. The $20 Gamay was a good find. I'd be back and so should you! read more

American Bar is one of NYC's most underrated gems. The food is consistently delicious, the service is warm and attentive, and the atmosphere hits every time. I'm honestly shocked it only has 3.5 stars on Yelp - I'm a tough critic and this place delivers every single time. Whether it's a casual date night or a fun dinner with friends, it's always a win. If you're looking for a lively spot before a night out, I couldn't recommend it more. read more

Cute, delicious restaurant in New York. Cozy vibes with friendly staff and quick service. Great appetizers and amazing food selection. Can't go wrong with anything on the menu. definitely worth a visit! read more

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Super cute atmosphere and touch. Went out with a couple of friends and really really loved it. Started out with the ricotta, the salad, and a martini. Really loved the whipped ricotta and the dressing of the salad. For entree split the cod and the salmon. My favorite was the cod- cooked really well and good portion size. We ended we sticky toffee pudding which was ok but really enjoyed everything else. Service was amazing and definitely recommend. -super cute atmosphere - pretty large venue - nice ambiance -wait staff was nice and quick -strong martini drinks - loved the whipped ricotta - had the cod which was my fav - overall really enjoyed read more

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Charming brunch spot! And they take reservations. In nice weather, be sure to request an outdoor table. The peanut chicken salad, lobster Cobb, and daily omelette were fantastic. And it was so indulgent to include a luscious cinnamon roll for the table. Friendly service, great location. read more

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Stopped by here for a bite and had a great experience. Service was top class and all the food and drinks were great. The pigs in a blanket were definitely a favorite and I enjoyed their Thursday special bourbon chicken. Ended the night with the ice cream cookie sandwich which was delicious! Definitely a great spot if you're in the area. read more

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Great spot for upscale American fare in a slightly trendy meets old school atmosphere. The cocktails are great and food is good. Ice cream sundae is a great treat (you check off what toppings you'd like while ordering). Not a difficult reservation to get and service is usually decent! read more

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I'm re-ranking American Bar after giving it a second shot and this time for brunch. The coffee cake may be the best coffee cake I've ever had and the croissant a close second. I also did the avocado toast which was so flavorful, the soft boiled egg cooked to perfection and a big portion. It was also a torrential downpour this day and they even took my raincoat to hang it up (it's the little things that count when it comes to service!) So while dinner didn't do it for me last year, if absolutely come back again and again for brunch. read more

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We were seated quickly since we had reservations. I normally love espresso martini's, but this one was a bit intense. The other martini's were good though. We all got chopped salads and the servings are huge! The only issue is the service was a bit slow - they forgot one of our drinks so we had to wait a bit for it. But after that, they were great and attentive. read more

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Ahh American Bar, the lowkey/highkey, always poppin, dinner spot with friends. I unfortunately made the mistake of booking a res for 6 people and we had 10 (I didn't realize everyone would make it, you know how it is). Jeff, the manager, was super accommodating and was able to sit all 10 of us. We started with the espresso martinis which is supposedly "the best in nyc". It was a solid 9/10 which is pretty good. There was a lot of foam and it wasn't sweet. The spicy margaritas (I'm a connoisseur) we're a solid 7/10. Crab cakes never disappoint, the spicy lobster pasta and the Thai salad are always musts for me. A good spot to catch up with friends or go with a group before a night out. read more

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Started out with pigs in a blanket because when do you see that on a menu so had to try them but unfortunately they were underwhelming and Ican make better. Chopped Greek salad was very good. I was going between a burger and beef sandwich which. Waitress recommended the beef. Beef was hanger steak which was a little tough. I did ask if it was really tender and was told that it was so I should have listened to my gut and known that hanger steak is what it is. The roll was great as was the peppercorn sauce it came with. Fries with it were also very good. Rest of the crew ordered a Turkey club which was good and a peanut and Caesar salad which both were good, not great. Place has a good vibe with good music playing read more

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It is what it is. It's sceney, the service is spotty, and everything is 10% more expensive than it should be. With that said, if you're in the west village and want a good chance at spotting a celebrity but can't snag a table at Bar Pitti or Via Carota, this is a viable alternative and the drinks aren't bad. In fact, they make a pretty solid martini, albeit $17 (and a whopping $22 for an espresso martini). The food, much like the drinks, is overpriced but decent. The fries are a nice treat to nosh on and the broccolini makes for a healthier, equally delicious snack. The chopped salad is famous (thanks in part to the influencer Serena Kerrigan, who is famous for god knows what reason) but I haven't personally tried it. Long story short, if you can get a table and have the $ to shell out on expensive cocktails, it's kinda a vibe. Just know that you're among some of the worst people in New York. But you came to the sewer to be with the rats baby. read more

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With the understanding that you'll be paying significantly more than you should for a chopped salad and espresso martini ($22......) we had a blast here last night. It definitely is a place to see and be seen, but there's something to be said about places like that. You will not have the best meal, or even the best drinks, of your life but you'll feel like you had "an evening." The spinach artichoke dip was the biggest disappointment, it's made with something that looks like and tastes like tiny cubed potatoes (?) but it's definitely not a dip, more of a congealed cheese spread type situation. The tuna tartare was great, and we ordered two baskets of the fries because they were so tasty. As for drinks, skip the Cosmo 2020, it's sickeningly sweet and weak. The espresso martini was fine but wildly underwhelming for $22. If you like a plain, classic drink and French fries, you'll enjoy yourself. Salads were expensive but a huge portion and pretty tasty. read more

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Would come again for the delicious Whipped Ricotta and the crunchy, refreshing Peanut Chicken Salad - don't be fooled: the salads come in large portions and very filling! read more

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I've only tried their salad & fries but WOW. This is an incredible salad packed with so much flavor w/ the roasted chicken. The shoestring fries are perfectly crispy. Outside seating was PERFECT on a sunny day! read more

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Mediocre at best. Was craving their chopped salad as I had it in the past and it was good. What I got yesterday was very disappointed as it was basically chopped iceberg lettuce , barely any chick peas or soppressata in it but heavy on the sun dried tomatoes. And service was slow, it took them 50 minutes from time I sat down to when I got my salad. Pigs in a blanket were salty , dessert of lemon tart was bland. Don't waste your time and money here, not worth it. read more