Terrific meal and staff, heartily recommend! Came here for a holiday get-together with friends on a Friday night in December. The restaurant was about 85% full, with most of the front and back sections occupied. One of my friends has been here a number of times prior and made reservations in advance. We arrived at 7pm, and it took about 10 minutes for the prior table to be cleared, then we were seated. The inside is decorated like a classic French bistro, whitewashed brick walls, dark wood paneling, floors and furniture, black framed art with some holiday touches like poinsettias, a mini Christmas tree. We sat in the back where two sections of larger tables were set up with partial banquette seating. Staff was prompt, courteous and helpful, giving us time to order and answering our questions about preparations and ingredients (some allergies) for certain dishes. They also checked in periodically on how we were doing. We ordered for food: - Parmesan Fries - chili flake, parsley, dijonnaise $10: a yummy take. Slight crunch on the exterior and Parmesan added an oomph. - Grilled Broccoli Salad - lemon tahina, sumac, crispy shallots, golden raisins, pickled fresno $16: not sure of what to expect here though the broccoli was cooked al dente and the mix of flavors and textures really worked well. - Honeynut Squash - burrata, brown butter bang bang, sesame seeds, fresh mint $18: I still have no idea what "bang bang" is, though the squash was soft, roasted deliciousness. The burrata was fluffy and light. - Crispy Brussels Sprouts - palm sugar vinaigrette, pomegranate, sesame, mint $12 x2: I think this was a mistake that two orders were placed, though they tasted great with slightly charred leaf edges and sweet/sour/salty flavors from the vinaigrette. - The Burger - two smash patties, la frieda beef, american cheese, roasted onions, kosher pickles, special sauce, fries $23: the friend who had been here before strongly recommended and the friend who tried it enjoyed it. - Spaghettoni - spicy pomodoro, fennel sofrito, 24 day dry-aged beef meatballs $25: another recommendation and apparently popular staple item on their menu. Pasta and meatballs were tasty! - Faroe Islands Salmon - caramelized celery root puree, black kale, white beans, sauce verte $29 x2: fish was cooked beautifully, crispy skin and tender filet. Kale, green sauce and beans provided and nice flavor balance. - Market fish roasted branzino filet - black kale, sauce verte $33: also cooked very well, with a similar preparation as the salmon. - Chocolate Chip Cookies with milk $9 x2: baked fresh and served hot, so good we ordered a second one. - Chocolate Mousse - sangria figs $10: interesting flavor conversation between the earthy chocolate and tart sweet notes of fig. Maybe not my favorite combo though the mousse itself was yummy. - drinks: we ordered a few bottles of wine and some separate cocktails and whiskey pours. Overall very enjoyable. Their menu changes seasonally, so there are opportunities to try new dishes! read more

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Great vibes. Excellent treatment from the wait staff. After we were seated outside, we chose to move indoors, sat by the bar. Came for brunch. Everyone loved what they ordered. This establishment has plenty of indoor and outdoor seating as well as bar counter seating. read more

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I've been coming to Chez Nick for a very long time, but realized recently that I had not been back in quite a while. It had honestly fallen off my map, so I decided to return. I was surprised to see how busy it was when we arrived for our 8:15 reservation. We got there around 8:00, the dining room was fairly full, and the evening started off well enough. Our waiter was very nice, drinks were taken promptly, and the appetizers were good, as always. We had the crab fritters and the Nashville hot calamari. The calamari itself was tasty, though I wish the chili oil had been served on the side or used more lightly as a drizzle instead of being poured over it. Unfortunately, things went downhill from there. Before we were even halfway through our appetizers, our main courses were brought out, which immediately made the meal feel rushed. We ended up giving up on appetizers we were still eating because we did not want our entrées getting cold. That was especially disappointing because the mains were not strong. The salmon was clearly overcooked, and the steak had an odd odor and just did not taste right. What bothered me most, though, was how much it felt like they were trying to push us out. At one point, many diners had left, although there were still other occupied tables and people at the bar. We wanted dessert and another round of drinks, but there were suddenly no servers or bartenders to be found. When we finally flagged down the host, he came over and immediately asked if we wanted the check. When we looked confused because we were still planning to order more, he awkwardly pivoted to asking if maybe we wanted dessert, but by then the message was pretty clear. We paid and went somewhere else for dessert and drinks. It is a shame. Chez Nick used to be a place I really enjoyed, but this experience felt rushed, inattentive, and uneven in a way that makes me think this was probably my last visit. read more

Went here for dinner and every single dish I tried was amazing. Then I came back the next day for brunch. The pancake is phenomenal and prob one of the best ones I've had. The breakfast burrito was okay. Loved being about to sit outside in the sun and they have a lot of outside table space. read more

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Decent. We started with the eggplant which was good, but oddly some pieces were deliciously crispy while others were mushy. The inconsistency was a bit of a throw off. Flavor was good though I must say. For dinner I had the grilled trumpet mushrooms, which were good as well, but nothing amazing. I am sure we would've been better off ordering the burger, but we weren't in the mood tonight. Service was good. It was a pretty quiet night so I didn't expect it to be bad at all. Our waitress was nice but didn't really provide anything to our meal or experience. Ambience is one of my favorite things about this place. It's super casual and easy which is great to have in the neighborhood. Overall, I'll definitely come back to Chez Nick for an easy weeknight dinner and would recommend it as an easy place to come. Don't expect anything to WOW you, but everything is gonna be good. read more

Chez Nick - Crispy Eggplant - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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Chez Nick was everything and more than what I expected! I've been wanting to try Chez Nick for a long time as every time we walk by, it is always so busy inside and out! They have wonderful outdoor tables overlooking York Ave. Finally today we went! I called ahead to make sure they can accommodate 2 baby strollers as we were going with a friend also with small baby and immediately when I called, the response was absolutely. This already made me feel good about the choice to come here. When we arrived the outdoor tables were full but inside was completely empty! We were able to sit comfortably with 2 baby strollers indoors. For food, I loved their fried chicken sandwich and the burger! Both were delicious. I did opt out of the fries with my chicken sandwich and was able to replace with a refreshing salad! Overall great service, family minded restaurant and delicious food! Look forward to returning! read more

Chez Nick - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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Place was excellent! We were seated promptly. Staff were attentive, helpful, and friendly. The restatement feels really chic and cozy but not small. We came for brunch so we ate and drank cocktails. It was fantastic to not be hawked or rushed. Food was great all around. Fresh, tasty, good portions. Main dishes were ~$20/each. Not terrible. Totally recommend this place. read more

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The food was good! Wait staff needs to slow down ~ we had numerous people bring us our food / drinks and there were as many spills ~ because they were rushing to put it down. read more

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Came here for Sunday brunch and had a pleasant experience! We didn't have a reservation so we sat outside. Luckily, the weather was so beautiful. I got the avocado toast, which was filling and fresh. read more

Chez Nick - Avocado toast - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Been multiple times now since we live next door. First time I tried the falafel bowl a few weeks ago, highly recommend! read more

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This is a great spot for brunch! Cute on the inside with fast service and delicious food. The buffalo chicken sandwich was everything I hoped for and the fries were even better than I expected! read more

Chez Nick - Buffalo Chicken Sandwich - New American Near Me - New York, New York

We sat at the bar for a drink and asked about the wine selection, but the bartender was unable to provide any guidance. We initially ordered two glasses of wine and were then encouraged to purchase a bottle for an additional cost, which we agreed to. When the bottle was brought out, the bartender did not offer a taste before pouring. While the wine wasn't terrible, it had an off smell and was not particularly enjoyable. We asked if it would be possible to switch back to being charged for just the two glasses instead. The bartender said no but would check with the manager yet never followed up. When we eventually requested the bill, we were charged the full amount for the bottle without any further communication. We paid, we tipped, we only have 2 sips each per glass and then left. Major disappointment in service and will not be going back ever again. read more

Amazing food. Great service. It has the most Relaxing ambience with soothing background music.

I had a lovely little salad at Chez Nick. The lettuce was very fresh, the dressing was delicious, and the bacon and tomatoes were super tasty. The service was really meh - nice when they came by, but very infrequent and almost impossible to wave over. There were several times when we needed more water or drinks and it took a really long time. My friends had some kind of egg sandwiches that they enjoyed, though. read more

Chez Nick - Wedge Salad - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Chicken and steak dishes were tasty, nice cocktail and wine selection. And Shirley temple. Casual environment, but quality food. Not an overwhelming number of options like some menus, which I appreciate. read more

Always reliable for good food and vibes! We especially love when they have their pork and garlic fried rice special. That and their burger is our favorite. We go with our kids, and they are always super accommodating. If you go for an earlier dinner, there are so many families enjoying a night out with their kids. read more

Ambiance (5/5): There is plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. The inside was a little dark, spaced out, and low volume. There is also high bar top seating. Dog friendly (both indoors and out!) Service (5/5): We were serviced quickly and often. All our orders were prepared as instructed. We shared an entrée and our server asked to have the burger cut in half for us! Brussel Sprouts (5/5): Lovely crisp to a sweet bite of vinaigrette. The pomegranate seeds gave the dish a nice color! Crab Rangoon Dumplings (4/5): The dumplings were on the small side but stuffed with crab meat. The sweet sauce complimented the rich cream cheese taste. My only qualm was that it wasn't as good without the sauce. Roasted Eggplant (5/5): I was a fan of the brown butter sauce. The especially liked the small spice kick of the red peppers and bites of mint! Smash Burger (5/5): Huge fan of their burger!! I loved the flavor of their caramelized onions. I need to know what their special sauce is! Their bun was soft and held the burger well. The fries were cooked well-done upon request and were a lovely crunch. Absolutely loved my dining experience and would come back again for their other dishes read more

Chez Nick - Crab Rangoon Dumplings, Roasted Eggplant, Crispy Brussels Sprouts - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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Everything here is well thought out and you can really tell it matters. This is our go to spot for a burger when we aren't in a rush and want to sit down and enjoy. Everything we have had though has been awesome! The Caesar salad is sooo good and always fresh and crispy! Chez Nick does an awesome thing of being elegant yet feeling like a neighborhood spot which I love! The servers are always so friendly and we will continue to keep coming back! read more

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Made a reservation and came ~7pm on Sunday. Ambiance was relatively calm and there were a few tables open. Service was friendly and efficient. Squash and burrata: We started off with our favorite dish of the night. The ingredients were super fresh. The pesto on top provided an extra burst of flavors. Highly recommend. Butternut ravioli pasta: Al dente pasta with flavorful sauce that is mildly sweet, sour, and savory. Very delicious but there were only 4 raviolis . . . I (a female adult) was still hungry after eating it. Big burger: meat cooked perfectly as requested. Fortunately my partner was willing to share his food, so I ate ~1/2 of his fries and was no longer hungry. Delicious but not worth it for me so I will not get it in the future but my partner likes it and may get it again. Lava cake: cake was good but the vanilla ice cream is even better. Not sure I would get it again next time. read more

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Split verdict on this bustling neighborhood spot. We originally wanted to sit outdoor on the side street, but there was a really loud exhaust fan upsetting the zen. Then we thought that we would dine indoors, but it was too warm in the dining room. We wound up sitting outdoors on York Avenue. The chairs were uncomfortable. We got past it. We got to Nick's for the last night of restaurant week and ir was an excellent deal. We shared the surprisingly good kale salad and the crispy cauliflower. The dip for the cauliflower was at the bottom of the bowl and hard to get to, but was worth the effort. The hangar steak was delicious. The accompaniments were vividly flavored. We shared creme brûlée and a great brownie sundae. The staff were nice but seemed overwhelmed. Out drinks didn't arrive until after our appetizers and they brought out the wrong appetizer for one of us. The food was great. The restaurant wasn't comfortable and the service was befuddled. The food was good enough that I would give them another shot. I'm rounding up a 3.5. read more

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Great neighborhood restaurant. Love this place, food always great and service is warm with comfortable ambience.

Steak frite was pretty good - the steak was just a bit fatty and not a huge portion. But it was flavorful read more

Chez Nick - Just Beet It cocktail - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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Came here for the completely outdoor dining options, we had a family member with strict COVID protocols on eating out. Nomz: The brussels sprouts were tasty as a starter. The place described themselves as American but the pasta was highly recommended by the waiter. I had the spaghettoni, the pasta to meatball proportion was off for my taste, needed more pasta. The dish was trying a bit too hard to be different and wasn't something I would get again. Service: The waiter was excellent, I almost gave this place 4 stars because of it but couldn't. Ambiance: We sat outside so couldn't really get a good grasp. On cold nights they provide blankets if you'd like one! Nope or Dope: I'm going Nope on this one, the food was overall okay, it wasn't cheap, you can find better food in NYC. read more

Chez Nick - Spaghettoni - New American Near Me - New York, New York

This placed is tucked in such an intimate area. I would have never known about Chez Nick unless a friend of mine suggested it for dinner--and I'm so glad she did! When you enter, the ambiance feels very cozy, intimate and romantic. As soon as I sat to greet my friend, our server welcomed us so warmly! He was extremely friendly and bubbly, which made the experience for me a 10/10. I usually stick to a classic burger when eating at new restaurants but was feeling adventurous and ordered the spaghettoni with meatballs. No regrets! Everything married together so well and the meatballs were my favorite part of the dish. Would love to return for their brunch. read more

Chez Nick - Dry Aged Meatball Spaghettoni - New American Near Me - New York, New York

It was like being back in Paris. Sitting at a sidewalk cafe, watching the people and traffic go by. There is an extensive wine list which the waiter was able to suggest what would be best for the meal. It looks like they have a seasonal menu which changes. I had a grilled asparagus starter followed by a spring vegetable fresh pasta entree. Both were full of flavor! I will return next time I am in town. read more

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This was a great find - we were in town visiting family and a friend recommended Chez Nick for a mid-week dinner. The restaurant has a cute neighborhood vibe and a great bar. The service was fast and attentive. The food was delicious. We had the burger and the hanger steak - I also had a great martini! read more

Chez Nick - The Burger - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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Solid brunch Made a res here for brunch on a Sunday. We went for the shakshuka and the avocado toast which were both well made. Shakshuka came out hot and was well spiced with a side salad and warm pita. Avo toast came with a generous amount of avocado. Both were yums but didn't feel that special especially considering the price point. The real star was actually the maple sausage we got on the side. It was so juicy and had an extremely pleasant sweet backdrop, akin to char siu pork. Service was excellent. Good neighborhood brunch spot. read more

Chez Nick - Avocado toast, maple sausage, shakshuka - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Solid option for a bite that is close to home with a cozy, neighborhood vibe. The staff are friendly (and really try hard to make sure that you are taken care of) and the fare is very good. The menu is long too extensive but has a good range of flavors and textures, all at extremely reasonable prices for the portions and quality. Overall, we had a great birthday dinner for my husband and, between the 2 of us, managed to order 2 apps and 4 entrees - all of which were quite delectable. - The star of the night was definitely the lobster malfadine which came with huge portions of fresh lobster meat with fresh, al dente pasta in a delicate beurre sauce accented with fresh green peas. I would come back for just this dish alone. - The burger is a smashburger so served medium with 2 patties and it was quite solid. There wasn't anything ruly unique BUT it was definitely a good burger. -The lemongrass pork chop was nicely charred and had a nice spicy kick from the sweet chili. The sauce does seep into the fried rice so that can get a bit too flavorful but the fried egg on top is a good foil for that. - The Amish chicken is fresh and juicy - this one does take a good 30 min to prepare but the other dishes can be nicely cadenced before. - The Jonah crabcake is pure crabmeat - essentially no fillers - and served over a creamy puree. This version is deep-fried with a batter coating so you get a nice crisp (vs some versions that are literally pan fried lump crab meat). - The Little Gem Caesar is made with baby gem lettuce leaves, all perfectly picked and coated with gremolata, dressing, parmesan, and accented with boquerones. The ratio was perfect and this is a nice starter. They also have a good variety of cocktails and mocktails. No draft beers but they had a decent list of bottles. Will be back to try more of the menu since it's so close. Worth a visit. read more

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Food - excellent. Caesar salad, authentic, tasty but a little over dressed. Dressing could use more garlic, anchovy taste. The pickled onions and anchovies on the salad were excellent! - Sausage patty - Herby goodness, a winner. Roast chicken on the salad was crispy and juicy, great value. I thought I could try the salad With chicken and a side of sausage, fries but it was way too much. read more

Chez Nick - Caesar salad with roast chicken, WOW. - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Really great Caesar salad. Added in Salmon and it was cooked perfectly. They had seasonal decor and it made for warm vibes. Waitstaff was knowledgeable, helpful, and friendly. read more

Chez Nick - BEC sandwich. Caesar salad with salmon add on. - New American Near Me - New York, New York

This place is a great upper east side brunch spot! Cute restaurant, good drinks, and great food. Everything was awesome! Really enjoyed our brunch here. The fries were addicting and the gem Caesar was also great! Service was good too. read more

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Just had Easter brunch here, and had to write a review about a single dish: Mrs. Janet's Chilaquiles. This was one of the best meals I've had in quite some time. The spiciness from the chiles married well with the tartness from the lime cream, all pulled together with the richness of the barbacoa. Just a perfect dish. read more

Good food. Nice atmosphere. Service was friendly. Maybe a little slow but it was a Saturday brunch and they clearly are trying to hire staff. Great neighborhood restaurant. read more

Excellent food, great service and the ambiance is perfect for date night. Highly recommend!

Food wasn't tasty. Disappointed. Don't plan on returning. Service wasn't attentive, but we could have lived with it.

Lackadaisical attitude towards clearing a table for an incoming reservation that was made over a week in advance. The bus boy assigned to us during the meal was excellent and the waiter look like he couldn't care less about serving us. As for the food don't bother with the appetizer of soggy fries unless you like soggy fries. Brussels sprouts are OK. The chiliquilles is nothing like a chiliquilles so if you want something authentic don't bother ordering it. It had an OK flavor but nothing great that I would go back and re-order it. If you're trying to remake a classic and make it your own do something terrific otherwise don't bother! The chocolate chip cookie for dessert should've said burnt butter chocolate chip cookie. It was just OK but reheated too long and was overly sweet. Can you believe there's such a thing as an overly sweet chocolate chip cookie? Well they discovered it. read more

I've been wanting to try Chez Nick with my family for quite a while, and finally had the chance to stop in this week. It's new-ish to the UES and I've heard such wonderful things about the ambiance and food. Upon arrival we were given the option of indoor or outdoor seating, and opted for indoor because it was a little too hot to sit outside. The indoor space is beautiful with a small bar and lots of tables for different party sizes. The Just Beet It was a delicious cocktail and the roasted carrots as a starter were amazing. The menu isn't labeled with gluten free items and my server didn't seem well versed in allergies or dietary restrictions. I ended up getting the salmon with a gluten free grain (rice as a substitute for the couscous) but the server let me know they were making an exception for me and would not be able to make that substitution in the future. That being said I'm not sure what I would be able to get as an entree if I went back but I would 100% order the carrots again and maybe a starter salad and make that my meal. Overall, a bit pricy and not many gluten free options, but the food is amazing and this is a great spot to go with family of all ages! We really enjoyed our time at Chez Nick! read more

Chez Nick - Spiced Carrots - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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Wow, I really had high expectations of this restaurant but it unfortunately fell short. I walked in, and don't know if it was because of the sidewalks outside being wet from the past snowfalls but I basically twisted my ankle past the host table and while being led to the way to our table. Not a good start. Maybe there should be a carpet there when you walk in to prevent a slippery wooden floor incident? We didn't get any water or get greeted by a waiter/waitress for maybe 10-15 minutes, not the best start again. We got the crab cake, which was pretty good, to start. Then we got the duck and the burger. I would say the burger was definitely very delicious, and I liked it more than the duck. Highlight: For dessert, we got the chocolate chip cookies with milk and WOW those were really good. The service got a bit better as the meal went on but overall (still had to flag down just to pay the check) I don't think I will be rushing back, unfortunately. read more

Chez Nick - Burger and Duck - New American Near Me - New York, New York

The bartender, she was friendly! The food was different but tasty . I had the Salmon. read more

Chez Nick - Old fashioned! - New American Near Me - New York, New York

The food and service are incredible. I went with my wife and we had Erin as our server who suggested the exact food and drinks we should get. Erin was also so friendly and made this overall experience so great. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a top notch spot to go to in UES. read more