Enjoyed a superlative meal at Crown Shy my wife this past weekend while staying overnight in the financial district Was given as a last-minute recommendation from a local friend to top places to eat nearby. Being a Saturday night, we couldn't book a reservation until 10 PM, but the restaurant offers 14 counter seats for walk-ins and we were accommodated immediately just before 6 PM. Sitting at the bar, we were quickly greeted by a very friendly bartender who gave some drink recommendations and was clearly offering personable service right off the bat. I had the Ola Maya (sp), a Mezcal cocktail that was possibly the best drink I've had all year. My wife offered her preferences of vodka or tequila without being too sweet, and the recommendation for her ended up being spot on also. We both ended up ordering seconds of the cocktails Next step came the food. The menu is limited, but quite diverse. We decided to order the tomato carpaccio with pickled peach as well as the corn ravioli with black truffles. Once we ordered, we were immediately offered their complementary pistachio pull apart bread to start. This may or may not have been the reason we chose to come here in the first place... The bread was served warm with goat cheese butter and had little pockets of pistachio filling in between each pull apart slice... A curious culinary feat that had me and my wife trying to figure out how they exactly did it. The carpaccio came out next and was presented by a very knowledgeable and hospitable food runner. We LOVED this dish and it was unbelievably flavorful for a simple salad. The corn ravioli came in a beautiful dish with foam top with many many black truffles. My wife admitted she had the urge to lick the bowl after dealing as much sauce as possible onto the one and a half ravioli we each took Having loved everything so far, and still having a bit of appetite, our server/bartender recommended scallops or a sunchoke pasta. We went with the scallops and, you guessed it, loved every bite. They were served submerged in a liquid war retaining a crispy, almost crunchy exterior. Just to die for In the end we considered it one of the top dining experiences of the last few years, and already making plans to go back again when we can get a table reservation. [[HIGHLIGHT]]For the record, Crown shy has nothing to do with the Knicks not winning the championship until this year, despite their several items of memorabilia on the walls. It's actually the empty space in the canopy of a forest that you see when looking up. Our server knew this fact and told us he was surprised more people don't ask[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Crown Shy - Pistachio bread with goat cheese butter, two cocktails - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Food: 3.8/5 Service: 4.6/5 Ambiance: 4.5/5 Value: 3.5/5 I went for dinner during restaurant week. The service was the strength of the restaurant. My server Metia was very pleasant and empathetic. The maitre'd at the front remembered my name when it was time for me to go (I had to submit my ticket for the takeaway box). The food was okay. The bread is all right but I didn't taste much pistachio. I like the bread at Claude and Penny better. The "Tomato Carpaccio, Peach, Parmesan, Croutons" was surprisingly spicy but also refreshing. I paid the $32 surcharge for my main entree, the "Pork Katsu, Curry Bearnaise, Fennel, Cherries." I found the pork to be over sauced yet still kind of dry in the middle. No juice. I didn't finish it and took the remainder in a to-go box. The "satsuma, toasted marshmallow, honeycomb" is an ice cream dish. It was all right. I considered getting a second dessert, the bananas foster with chocolate and cognac for $21, but I changed my mind and just went home. read more

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Crown Shy definitely lived up to the hype. The highlight of the meal was actually the complimentary pistachio bread--warm, buttery, incredibly soft, and topped with plenty of cheese and crushed pistachios. It was so good that we immediately wanted another loaf... until we learned that an additional one costs $12. Definitely enjoy that first complimentary loaf! We also loved the creamy hummus with chili oil and pine nuts. The half chicken was especially juicy and tender, hidden underneath the lettuce with jalapeños and pickled vegetables. The pasta was rich and flavorful as well. For dessert, we ordered the Bananas Foster, which was a fun and satisfying way to finish the meal. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Service was polished and attentive, and the atmosphere felt upscale without being too formal.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Overall, a great dinner--but the pistachio bread was still the most memorable part! read more

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Really amazing experience with variety of flavors in each dish. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Choreographed kitchen with front & center view was different, a bit loud for me though.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Started off with the non alcoholic mango & Togarashi, loved it and got same drink though out the meal. I really enjoyed everything, the Ora king salmon, seared scallops, rigatoni, blackened monkfish, citrus marinated chicken were my favorites. And tried a variety of desserts mango tres leches, banana foster, rice pudding, apple cider ice cream with donuts. Staff were so friendly accommodating attentive, really went above & beyond. everything was amazing, a satisfying experience! read more

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Had a Tuesday night reservation with my friend at Crown Shy, after hearing so much about it. It seemed like the right spot for catching up after a while. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place had this warm glow once but it was a tad bit too dark.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Luckily the great food made up for it. We ended up sharing jerk octopus, blackened monk fish, scallops and chicken. The monkfish stood out to me more than the rest. They also bring out this complimentary pull apart bread and it shows up warm. The service stayed pretty attentive the whole time and everything about the space made it easy to lose track. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It feels like the kind of spot where you just linger without rushing through the night.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Not sure if it would hit the same on a busier evening though.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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So good! Went with couple of friends and shared delicious. Service was great- catering and accommodating. Enjoyed various dishes from bread, salmon, salad, pasta, ravioli, and toffee pudding. My fav dish was the ravioli so much flavor but everything was great quality and great flavor learnings. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Overall wonderful atmosphere and great experience/ strongly recommend[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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I hosted a private event here and while initially it was difficult to get in contact with the event manager, it ended up working out really well. We had a group of 16 - the min is 4K which was relatively easy to meet with a 2 hour dinner. The service was great and the food was incredible - I would highly recommend the chicken and the ribs. Truly incredible dishes. read more

I visited Crown Shy with my family for the holidays, and it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. We arrived a bit early and enjoyed some time at the bar before being seated. The menu offered so many amazing choices. As a wonderful surprise, we started with their complimentary Pull-Apart Pistachio Pesto Bread with Goat Chive Butter, which truly stole the show--it was warm, flavorful, and unforgettable. For appetizers, we shared the Gruyère Fritters--perfectly crispy and delicious--along with the White Bean Hummus, which had a subtle and yummy flavor. The pear salad was refreshing with generous pear slices. The Snapper Crudo was bright and helped cleanse our palates between bites. For our main courses, we split several dishes. The Ricotta Gnocchi was rich and generously portioned, the filling was so delicious. My personal favorite was the Grilled Citrus-Marinated Chicken--the meat was tender and full of flavor. The Crown Pork Katsu was also good: crispy, flavorful, and delicious. To finish, we shared the Gooseberry Sticky Toffee Pudding with pecans and apple sorbet. It was absolutely divine--the best dessert I've had in awhile. I highly recommend booking a reservation in advance, as Crown Shy does get very busy! Overall, it was an incredible meal, and I highly recommend Crown Shy for a special dining experience! read more

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A reasonably priced, and well regarded newly minted one Michelin star joint in NYC, Crown Shy is a great addition to any weekend getaway. The server was extremely knowledgeable and fluent in the menu, and had strong recommendations in their selection. My favorites of night include the roasted short ribs, scallops and the pork katsu but you can't go wrong with anything on the menu depending on your tastes! Overall, a solid selection of dishes, and astoundingly straightforward given the michelin star! read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Cute and intimate spot that is perfect for date night or small group dinners.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The open kitchen adds to the charm.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We could hear the kitchen team chanting throughout the meal, which made the whole experience feel personal and lively.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We started with the snapper ceviche and it really set the tone. Our server took the time to walk us through the dish, explaining the different elements and its origin, which I really appreciated. It helped frame the flavors and made the dish even more enjoyable. I loved the mix of textures and bright flavors. For entrees, we ordered the pork katsu and the grilled citrus marinated chicken, two popular dishes. Both were solid, but neither really stood out or wowed me. We finished with the sticky toffee pudding for two, which was phenomenal. It was my first time having it with apple sorbet and I was not totally sure how to approach it. After such a great explanation of the ceviche, I do wish the other servers had continued that level of presentation for the remainder of the dishes. read more

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Walked in without a reservation for a party of one and had no wait time. The servers were phenomenal, they checked in on me maybe 10-15 times and changed out my silverware and plates without me asking. The complimentary bread service was great. the pistachio pesto bread with chive butter was warm, pillowy, and the perfect texture for bread. The shredded bits of cheese on top also added a nice note of savoriness. The oysters were slightly underwhelming, they tasted great, but very small and wish they were either larger or given more than three oysters for $21. The ora king salmon was definitely my favorite of all of the dishes that I had, great cuts of salmon that just melted after one bite. It was like the wagyu of the ocean. The mole rojo also provided an element of heat that wasn't overpowering but a good replacement for wasabi. Moving on to the main course and dessert, their citrus marinated chicken with hot sauce is what they are known for. This was on par with my expectations. I think the presentation was interesting with the vegetables on top of the chicken. However, the vegetables pair well with the chicken to provide a balanced bite. It is a very hands on dish as the chicken is bone-in. The hot sauce was good, chicken was juicy on the inside, citrus flavor on the other hand was subtle - maybe supposed to be that way? Lastly, I had the toffee pudding for two with pecans and apple sorbet which surprisingly went well together. I was a bit skeptical having a tangy sorbet with a sweet toffee pudding but this was executed well. There were plenty of pecans and even though it does say for two, this can easily be for one as well. The toffee pudding was rich, but not too sweet and the apple sorbet was very smooth and easy to scoop together. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restroom lighting was disappointing, I enjoy the mood lighting in the dining area, but the restroom having lights more dim than the actual dining area made no sense at all and incredibly difficult to simply see, had to use my phone's flashlight because of how dark it was.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Came here for a date night because it's always near work but we never made the time to go. We sat down and got to ordering! The restaurant is dimly lightly, perfect for the intimidate moments. Our server Julia explained the menu to us and recommended the tonkatsu over the chicken but we decided to get both for entrees we also got the red snapper as an appetizer. We got started with the complimentary pesto pistachio bread, which was pretty good. The red snapper came first and was our favorite dish. The fish was very fresh, and mixed well with the tarty sauce. Chicken was very juicy but had a big kick, great to keep us warm during the cold. The katsu was crispy in the beginning but got soggy as time went on, it is basted in sauce after all. We got sticky toffee pudding with green apple sorbet as dessert. I'm not a fruit sorbet guy but the apple sorbet was very refreshing at the end of the meal. Our experience was good, and we loved Julia. I think we came in with too high of an expectation as it was a Michelin star restaursnt, and didn't really get too wow'd. Still a great restaurant for date nights regardless! read more

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Crown Shy absolutely lives up to the hype. [[HIGHLIGHT]]From the moment you walk in, the space feels warm, buzzy, and effortlessly cool--confident without trying too hard.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We visited during Restaurant Week 2026, and it was an excellent showcase of what Crown Shy does best. Every dish felt thoughtful, bold, and beautifully balanced. The flavors were creative without being fussy, and it was clear there was serious technique behind each course. Even on a prix-fixe menu, nothing felt watered down or like an afterthought. Highlights included: * Oysters with sherry consommé and celery * Spiced shrimp cocktail with yuzu and Thai chili sauce * Short rib kulcha with horseradish and black pepper * Grilled citrus-marinated chicken * Key lime sorbet with coconut crumble for dessert This is quintessential Michelin-star dining--refined but approachable. Crown Shy earned its Michelin star just six months after opening in 2019 and has maintained it every year since, and it shows. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The fully open kitchen is a great touch; watching the team in action adds to the experience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service was polished yet relaxed: attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely friendly without ever feeling overbearing. Our servers were happy to walk us through the menu and offer thoughtful recommendations, which made the night even better. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Perfect for a special occasion, a celebratory dinner, or just a lunch during a snowstorm.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] If this is what Crown Shy delivers during Restaurant Week, I can't wait to come back and explore the full menu. read more

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I heard so many praises for Crown Shy so I decided to check it out for their winter restaurant week - specifically their lunch menu. It's a great deal at $45 for an appetizer, main, and even included a dessert. First, the restaurant was quite difficult to find. We wandered outside the building before finding the entrance inside. The location is definitely more inconspicuous than I expected. Inside, it was pretty vibing but not really in a fine-dining type of way. It felt very casual. We arrived a little early but our table was ready relatively quickly. Service was definitely not as good as I expected. The waitress was friendly but it seemed like she was juggling several tables as it was difficult to get her attention. At times, it felt like we weren't really attended to. I felt a stark difference compared to when I went to the Bar Room at the Modern. When the appetizers came, we were a little worried. The appetizer portion size was extremely small. We were worried that we would need to grab a snack elsewhere afterwards. We got the oysters and the shrimp cocktail. It came with 3 oysters and 3 shrimps. The presentation was quite tacky especially with the shrimp cocktail. I don't quite understand the artistic vision behind the standing lettuce. The taste of both was also quite equally mediocre. With the oyster dish, having a slight edge over the shrimp cocktail. Luckily, the main course saved the meal. We got the pork katsu sandwich which came with roasted potatoes and the short rib kulcha. The short rib kulcha was highly recommended as they recently installed a tandoor oven! Both of the main courses were delicious but the short rib kulcha was especially delicious. The inside filling is a bit spicy but not too bad. The way the flavors went together and the bread layer was so good. The katsu was also nicely breaded and fried. The portion sizes of both entrees were great and we were so full afterwards. I wasn't sure if I even had the room for dessert but luckily I did. The dessert was so refreshing and light. It was like a key lime sorbet over a coconut ice cream with coconut flakes and a pear sauce. It was so delicious. I'm still dreaming of that dessert. If they sold the dessert on its own, I would come just for the dessert. I really wanted to try their famous pistachio pull apart bread but unfortunately, it's only available for dinner. I was quite disappointed as I even wanted to add it on to our meal. I think that gives me another reason to come back for dinner to try their pistachio bread. Overall: the appetizers are mediocre but the entrees and dessert are the highlights of the show. I think it's a great visit during restaurant week. read more

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These are a few of my favorite things: bold spice, rich dishes balanced with bright acidity, and '90s hip-hop. Finding all three under one roof? That was a welcome surprise. Let's start with the food. Everything we ordered was incredibly well-balanced. Restaurants of this caliber often shy away from spice, and while I'm a certified spice fanatic, I actually appreciated the restraint here. The heat was present but never overwhelming, arriving briefly before allowing the other ingredients to shine. The citrus-marinated chicken was outstanding, rich yet vibrant at the same time. And if you're not picking the little pieces of dark meat off the leg, you're leaving some of the best bites on the plate. The scallops may have been my favorite dish of the night. They sat in a luscious, cream-like corn sauce with hidden bursts of Thai chiles and bright acidity that kept every bite from becoming too rich. It took every ounce of self-control not to pick up the bowl and lick it clean. My young daughter played it safe with the rigatoni, but it turned out to be anything but boring. A rich, herbaceous butter sauce was topped with a decadent egg, and I caught hints of lemon zest that once again cut through the richness beautifully. That balance of richness and acidity became a recurring theme throughout the meal--and one that Crown Shy executes exceptionally well. Even the complimentary bread deserves a mention. There's a reason almost every table finishes every last piece. Now for dessert. I'm generally not a dessert person. Given the choice, I'd usually reach for a bag of frozen Peanut M&M's instead. But the sticky toffee pudding here is absolutely ridiculous. It's decadently rich, yet just when you think one bite is enough, the accompanying tart green apple sorbet swoops in with a burst of acidity that refreshes your palate and makes you eager for another spoonful. I know I sound like a broken record mentioning acidity, but it really is the secret weapon behind so many of the dishes here. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Beyond the food, Crown Shy has a personality all its own. '90s hip-hop classics play throughout the dining room, murals and nods to the era line the hallway to the restrooms, and Biggie watches over the kitchen. It's unexpected, memorable, and somehow fits the restaurant perfectly.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service deserves just as much praise, fast, genuinely friendly, and refreshingly free of the scripted, robotic interactions that can sometimes creep into fine dining. I'll come back, I must! read more

Can't go wrong with any of the dishes My top favorites Grilled citrus marinated Chicken (super juicy) Pork katsu Gruyère fritters Beef Kibbeh Nayeh Roasted Short Rib Charred Corn Octopus a la plancha read more

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Located inside 70 Pine St which shares a bunch of establishments so don't be confused if the GPS leads you into the building. Restaurant is very spacious and has an open concept kitchen where you can see the chefs and staff hard at work. We ordered a variety of dishes to try to cover everyone's appetite. White Bean Hummus, Puff Bread, 'Nduja($17)- Very flaky and buttery bread that was easy to pull apart from its perforated shape. Even though the hummus is a basic dish, it stood out with depth in flavor. We had to order refills on the vegetables since it was so delicious. Gruyere Fritters, Chili, Lime($18)- This was a very tricky one to apprehend because it was shaped like churros but it did not taste like them. So it was a nice surprise when I took a bite into it and expected sweet but got savory. It had a fluffy texture bit I wished the cheese was at a higher temperature to get a nice gooey consistency. Beef Kibbeh Nayeh, Lavash, Labneh($25)- Even though the beef was raw it still had a nice balance of taste and texture with the crisp lavash serving vessel. Pork Katsu, Curry Béarnaise, Fennel, Cherries($48)- Not sure if they forgot to time the fryer but the katsu tasted burnt and tough, the sauce on the other hand was very light and refreshing which helped balance the fattiness of this dish. Grilled Citrus-Marinated Chicken, Crown Shy Hot Sauce($45)- Definitely my favorite dish of the experience, not only was it extremely juicy from being brined but it was tender and flavorful. Adding the hot sauce took it to another level. Sticky Toffee Pudding for Two, Pecans, Apple Sorbet($28)- Definitely more than enough for two people. It had a very balanced sweetness which I thought was great, the apple sorbet was little tart to me but was a nice balance if eaten together. Satsuma Orange, Honey, Toasted Marshmallow($17)- A very well executed dessert that had a nice balance in sweetness between the ingredients. Overall a great welcoming experience where there are so much to try with great chefs and staff members. Visited July 2025 Food- 8/10 Cleanliness- 10/10 Staff- 10/10 read more

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We came here to celebrate our anniversary and first off-- vibes were vibinggg. The entrance is a bit misleading (it's in the first floor of an office building; same building as Overstory so that would be a good bar to go to after dinner), but once you step into the restaurant, it's def a nice upscale restaurant vibe. Loveddd the candlelight dinner atmosphere. Service was fantastic too. Food was solid (aka really good but not like mind blowing... but still good). Highlight of the dinner was definitely the dessert: - Pear salad: 10/10 (loved how fresh the salad was with the pear. Tastes like crisp fall air idk) - Gnocchi: 10/10 (super pillowy gnocchi in a creamy sauce) - Octopus: 10/10 (well cooked octopus in a spicy almost Sichuan-leaning sauce) - Chicken: 10/10 (juicy chicken with hot sauce on the side) - Big Up cocktail: 10/10 (great cocktail if you like egg white cocktails like I do. Very tropical and well balanced) - Toffee pudding: 100000/10 (tbh I'd just come here for the dessert if I could. Loveddddd the deep toffee flavor and the pudding was buttery and sweet and ahh heavenly) read more

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Visited Crown Shy on my birthday weekend, was excited for my meal. They make you wait at the front bar and get a drink before being seated, so the experience is kind of clunky. Upon being seated, service was decent but the pacing of the courses was terrible. Some courses came out right when I finished the previous one, and others took 20 minutes plus to come out after. Very inconsistent. The oysters didn't taste fresh. The pork chop was delicious and I really enjoyed it. Overall left more to be desired here. read more

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Our first trip to NYC and of course we needed to add a Michelin Star establishment! Made lunch reservations but didn't realize it was a fixed menu (a la carte was available upon request). Nonetheless we were able to enjoy a variety of items. Made the mistake of adding a flat bread both because of extra cost ($28) and we already had so much food that we didn't even finish it. Indian flavors in every bite. While I love seasoned potatoes, the extra kick kept me from eating them all. To-go dessert was good, but ended up eating it there. Will definitely return on our next trip. read more

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I came here for the first time in two years and holy cow... It jumped from a restaurant I remember liking to one of my favorite restaurants in the city in that stop. The snapper ceviche was so light and nice with amazing flavor. The octopus a la plancha was the best cooked octopus I've ever had, and absolutely delicious. The bbq eggplant was good not great, the only letdown of the evening. The pan seared cod with mole rojo was out of this world good. And the satsuma was a nice finisher. The cocktails were all to die for. read more

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Great recommendation from some frequent travelers and foodies. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This restaurant has it all, great food, nice atmosphere, and reasonable prices.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] For a Michelin star restaurant I expected a much bigger bill. Two things stood in the way of a perfect score: heavy sauce on the pork katsu and underwhelming dessert. The service was also great as the server walked us through each dish. Overall, great food and a perfect date night out. read more

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Originally came during Restaurant Week but realized ordering à la carte would actually be a better value -- larger portions and the ability to try more dishes. Overall, the food was good, though nothing completely blew me away. The appetizers were strong, and the bread was definitely a highlight. The entrées were solid but didn't stand out as much. Dessert ended up being my favorite course of the meal. I'm glad I tried it, though I'm not sure it's somewhere I'd rush back to. read more

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This review is dedicated to our server, Oriana. If I could award a bonus sixth star on the basis of above-and-beyond service, I would. She offered the perfect blend of fun, sassiness, excellent recommendations, and hospitality (more on this later) that's exceptional, even in a city thronged with superb dining establishments. Let's get the boring stuff out of the way: Crown Shy is on the ground level of 70 Pine. As far as I can figure out, the building is a combination residence/hotel and is probably best known for hosting Overstory, an award-winning rooftop bar. Originally, our visit to Crown Shy was a fallback plan when I couldn't book reservations for J's birthday at Overstory. A friend suggested that I look into Crown Shy, and I'm so glad I did; it ended up being a much better experience. As one might expect of a Michelin-starred restaurant, the ambiance is elegant. We enjoyed the music selection (hat tip to the hosts/DJs in the house); the acoustics made for a lively atmosphere, while still allowing us to converse without raising our voices. The cuisine was inventive, yet accessible, and featured a decidedly Asian flair. The pull-apart bread served at the top of our meal set the tone as a mouthwatering teaser to course after course of surprise and delight. Standout menu items for me included the spicy tuna and pineapple on a nori chip and the ricotta gnocchi with morels. Unlike so many western restaurants, I found the food here to be conservatively seasoned, delicate, and balanced. It evoked memories of our recent visit to Japan. Each dish presented unique colors, flavors, and textures. Intentional or not, dining at Crown Shy offers a full sensory experience. Also, don't miss out on the sticky toffee pudding with apple sorbet for two for dessert. At the start of our meal, I'd jokingly explained to our server how dining at Crown Shy was a B-list choice, since I couldn't score resos at Overstory. She feigned offense, but later suggested that we add our name to the waitlist to visit Overstory after our meal. It'd be a solid 1.5-2 hour queue, but we'd probably be dining for about that long, anyway. There was some confusion with the host stand (I mistakenly thought there was a $75 per head minimum spend at Overstory, which I wasn't willing to commit to -- it turns out that's just for table service). Ultimately, timing worked out such that we only had a brief wait after our sumptuous dinner to be whisked up 60+ floors to the roof deck, so mission: accomplished on the Overstory front, but that's a story for another review. Thanks again for a delightful, memorable special occasion dinner for J's birthday, Oriana. We look forward to future visits, now that we know what a gem Crown Shy truly is. read more

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Very middle of the road food to be honest, the white bean hummus and espresso martinis were the best thing we ordered. The branzino had no flavor other than char and I can't even remember a sauce, or purée, or anything at all accompanying it, though the picture shows it. Very one note. The chicken was actually very good & the jerk octopus... tender, good I guess, but somehow tasted like a hot dog. The ramps on top somehow tasted like a cross between seaweed salad and asparagus (I do love ramps). So it sorta gave a hot dog and kraut effect, nothing "jerk" about it. When they took everything off the table to wrap it up they didn't give the octopus.... That's par for the course and seals the deal on dropping the 3star review to a two star review. What an utter disappointment. I feel this was a waste of $300 with there being so many better options. All in all this review is harsh, but I expected another level of dining than this. The menu sounds impeccable but it fell short. It was all good. Very fine, very good, very fine, ya know? I'd never tell you it's a must try. It's like they think they're something great too, which is the most mind blowing thing about the place. Good playlist, but decent atmosphere at best. Front of the house staff were nice enough, just.... Bland. Just expected something better and I'm sorta bummed this is where we ate for our birthdays, but it could have been way worse for sure. Overstory brings the crowd to Crownshy. Let's be honest. read more

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The bread came out really hot, which is probably why it's delicious. It came with goat butter, which I'm usually not a fan of, but it paired with the bread nicely and the gaminess went away after the first bite. The first bite of the kibbeh hits you with BO and some familiar Mediterranean spices. The BO went away after the first bite. It's basically a Mediterranean take on beef tartare and I enjoyed it! The two main entrees were way bigger than I expected. The katsu was crispy and juicy, but I didn't taste much of the cherry sauce. It was very olives flavor forward, and I'm usually not a fan of olives, but found myself still eating this dish. It's not something I'd crave or get again though. The signature chicken had a strong pepperoni flavor, which I was surprised since I didn't expect to get that. It was unique! A lot of reviews said that it's juicy, but I don't think I would use that word to describe this dish. Crown Shy wins in the creativity department, but I'm not sure that I would crave for these flavors again. read more

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Spent my birthday dinner 2025 at Crown Shy and loved every bit of it!!! Split a ton of dishes which is my absolute favorite way to dine because I always want to try everyyyything. Starting off they served probably what was the best complimentary bread Ive ever had. A nice firm outside with a pillowy soft inside, plus the added surprise of a pistachio filling ummm YUM I love pistachios so that was basically a birthday present right there. Moving into some small plates, we got the White Bean Hummus with Nduja and Pine Nuts, Veggies to dip. This hummus was great, incredibly smooth and the Nudja was a great twist to it, plus the added crunch of the pine nuts made it just so balanced and honestly kind of a refreshing starter. Then we had the Gruyere Fritters with Chili and Lime which were kinda like a churro with a cheese filling. These were fine, like they were definitely good but didn't wow me. Maybe a higher cheese to dough ratio wouldve aligned better with me, but I loved the chili. We also got the Beef Kibbeh with Labneh and Lavash. This was definitely my favorite starter, the flavors here were so complex I was kinda stunned omg. First of all Ive never had Kibbeh presented like this it was like the filling of a classic kibbeh spread out flat, and some of the Labneh dolloped on top. The Lavash was so crispy and even had a slight acidity to it that was weird but in a good way. Pairing that with the meat was incredible. Like it was not fully savory but not sweet either. This interesting third thing that I don't recall experiencing with food before. Yum!!!!! Next we tried the Octopus and let me tell you this was one stellar octopus wow. Ok ill be honest here Ive only had octopus one other time before and it was grilled octopus in Croatia earlier this year which they are known for. But I honestly think I liked this one here much more. It was charred so well and crispy, so that smokiness cancelled out any fishiness that might have been there. Plus the tteokbokki and this beautiful spiced sauce that was so rich. Moving on to mains, first was the BBQ Eggplant which I also thought was fine. It was cooked well and the pepper sauce was okay. It was just a pretty simple dish which isnt necessarily bad, sometimes you need that to balance out other dishes in a meal. Last main, and my favorite, the Pork Katsu with Curry Béarnaise and Cherries. Wow, thats how you make katsu!!!! So so so so so crispy and the sauce was fireeeeee. Actually made my tastebuds dance around and party. The cherries were such a fun twist to it too and I wish there were more of them on it so I could have a cherry with each bite. Moving on to dessert, I got a mini cupcake with a candle for my birthday which was sweet. The Tres Leches was OUT OF THIS WORLD. I didn't even know you could make tres leches taste like THATTTTT. WOW. Theirs takes on more of that dulce de leche flavor and has some nuts crushed on the inside and these extra crunchy candy balls of some sort on top of the cream that were divine. Also I'm a stickler when it comes to tres leches and how much the cake is actually soaked. I do NOT want there to be ANY amount of dry cake ANYWHERE and they did a great job here making sure it is soaked well all the way through. Also tried the Satsuma Orange Ice Cream with Toasted Marshmellow and Honeycomb Candy. Fire. The orange ice cream felt so light and fresh, and I absolutely love honeycomb candy I wish it was more popular in the US. Ended the night with a cocktail just to cheers to my new year ahead. Got the Melona Milk Punch which was stellar. Tastes exactly like the Calpico Melon iykyk but somehow made completely clear like it looked like a glass of water! Overall I had a great meal here and would for sure return. Special shout out to the graphic design of all the text especially the sick neon sign up front! read more

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I was there last night for restaurant week. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I love the vibe, not too formal but classy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I had the beef tartare app (kubbeh). the beef was a bit interesting. not a traditional tartar- kinda smashed into the plate. but the cracker and cream were great. I opted for the gnocchi main - while it was tasty - and interesting. like 6 huge pillows. i've never had such huge gnocchi in my life. was good. kinda too much of the cheesy texture. since if also had marshmallow cream. it was very good. needed some more texture. (if you go with friends - take it to share - if you need to eat the whole thing. - opt for something else). the dessert of orange ice cream - marshmallow thingy honeycomb was great. read more

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If I could give Crown Shy more than five stars I would. From the moment we sat down, our server Noelle was an absolute superstar. She was warm, attentive, and had the kind of presence that makes you feel like you are the only table in the room. The pistachio bread with herby butter deserves its own Hall of Fame. It melted in my mouth and that green ribbon of pistachio running through it was like a flavor jackpot in every bite. Then came the tomato, peach and anchovy. It sounded wild but it tasted incredible. Fresh, clean and tangy with a little chili peanut bite at the end that made it unforgettable. My wife ordered the spicy chicken and immediately declared it a 10 out of 10. She said it was amazing and I have never seen her guard a plate more fiercely. My ricotta gnocchi was pure madness in the best way. Fluffy gooey pillows of ricotta with morel mushrooms that turned it into something almost too good to be real. Dessert took the entire night over the top. The satsuma ice cream with toasted marshmallow and honeycomb was the single best dessert we have had in New York City. It tasted like a fluffy creamsicle or an old school push pop but upgraded to fine dining glory. Crown Shy is not just dinner. It is a performance. It is a memory. It is the kind of night you measure other meals against. Five shining stars. read more

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Food was so good. The blend of Asian and caribbean flavors was like a party for the taste buds. My friend and I enjoyed everything. To top it off service was excellent although the restaurant was packed!! [[HIGHLIGHT]]I recommend getting a seat by the open kitchen.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Aside from a standoffish host on the ground floor, we had a great time at Crown Shy. When you arrive, you check in at the counter for Saga/Crown Shy. I would recommend arriving early if you don't have a reservation. There is a one drink minimum per guest without a reservation, and they'll take your card to start a tab. From there, you sit at the tables until the elevator is ready. We had a weird situation where the elevator just stopped at the fourth floor, but after pressing 63 multiple times, it started going up again. When you get off, another host will take you up one flight of stairs to the 64th floor, and you can sit anywhere that doesn't say reserved. To be honest, the inside isn't that amazing. It's small and doesn't have much decor. The outside is what really shines because of the view. Our bartenders were friendly, and I had a fun time watching them make drinks. I ordered the New York, New York and I liked it, and I also liked the Fragolina. Keep in mind cocktails are about $25-31 so it's on the pricier side. It is nice you can take your cocktail outside and enjoy it. We ended up going outside after paying our bill. read more

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I had a wonderful experience here for restaurant week with a friend. We were greeted by what felt like every staff member. Their "hellos" all felt very warm and genuine. This made for a great start to our experience. Our server took the time to explain the menu items to us and notify us of any foods with my sunflower allergy. They brought two types of bread, one for my friend and one accounting for my allergy. Both were delicious. For the first course we ordered the kibbeh nayah and the tomato salad. The Kibbeh nayah was delicious in part due to its bread. The tomato salad was well seasoned. For the second course the highlight was the pork katsu as the extra option with its delicously flavoured sauce. For dessert we had the honehcoam satsuma and the mango coconut creme fraiche. Both had the perfect amount of sweetness and texture to them. Overall, we had a great experience at Crown Shy. While the food was delicious, the service was the standout. read more

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Came here for Restaurant Week and was not disappointed. All the RW options were on their original menu, and it feels like this is one of the few restaurants that understands the original spirit of RW--a good deal. The pull apart bread was amazingly soft, though I recommend eating it immediately while it's warm. The ceviche and kibbeh nayah were great. The chicken was juicy, and the cod came in an amazing sauce. Both desserts (a mango-sticky-rice-inspired ice cream and a toasted marshmallow ice cream) were stand outs in how well they got the flavor across. Inside decor is beautiful, and service was great (although a bit slow--our dinner took two hours. I prefer that over being rushed out though). It's located inside a building, but the restaurant kindly sends instructions on how to locate the two entrances if you book through Rest read more

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First review of 2026!!! Restaurant week always leads me to new places. Crown Shy was great! Got there at 5:30 and was advised to wait by the bar. I got to see a the restaurant opening meeting with all the staff and from the time I saw that I knew I was in for a treat! Seated close to their open kitchen where you are amazed and shocked a bit with the frequent "YES!!" Shouts from the kitchen staff as they receive and confirm orders. It's like being in a movie at how the wait staff and kitchen staff run a tight ship. Our waitress Mimi was amazing and attentive, checking in to make sure we were good and giving suggestions for drinks . We ordered all the food and drinks at once and they brought it out by appetizers entree and desert . The food was great and the experience was nothing short of mesmerizing read more

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Hmm mixed feelings about this place. If this is a Michelin star establishment, I expect the following: - Not having to ask for clean plates and to wipe down the surface in between courses - Inconsistent service, felt rushed at certain points then waiter nowhere to be found - Kept trying to take dishes and glasses away while we were still working on our drinks and food - The somm was fake af. I want to learn about the wines, not talk about vibes - it got so annoying I just wanted to pour my own wine at this point. Chicken dish is their signature dish, but was a tad too spicy so overpowered the dish (and I like spice). Otherwise felt some of the other dishes were just okay. Not sure what the hype is about this place and why they have a Michelin star. Expectations were let down, unfortunately. I'm sorry but i have high expectations for a starred restaurant and this just wasn't it. read more

was able to snag a last minute reservation here to catch up w some friends fav dish: green goddess salad starter: pistachio bread (complimentary), warm and delicious! apps: spicy tuna - not what i expected but it was good. had a hot spice to it! hummus: very good hummus with chili oil, gruyere fritter we could have done without nothing special here but a good cheesy crunchy bite, beef kinbeh was also one of the favs: melts into your mouth! mains: gnocchi (both) - its the same one just has truffle stick with that. the gnocchi comed out so big but its delish w the truffle flavors, chicken katsu was juicy but i wish spicy instead of american flavors, the beef and fish pasta was great, snapper fish was soft and full of flavor dessert: sticky toffee pudding was great, maple cider donut/ice cream was good too service was not mischelin level - we felt like our waitress was a bit annoyed at us at times and eye rolling even. but food wise would def come back read more

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I wouldn't advise coming to Crown Shy in search of a hearty meal, or bargains, or even necessarily the latest dining trends. This is a restaurant whose cuisine is just Michelin Star, as if that was itself a genre on its own. Dimly lit, high ceilinged, small-plated and well-waitstaffed, Crown Shy's atmosphere whispers promises of specialness that the food mostly cashes. (And cash is the right verb: six plates, two desserts and four drinks were an even $380 last night.) Each dish at Crown Shy seems determined to be a little experience unto itself. My husband was determined to hate this place, especially once he got a look at the prices, but he had to concede that the roast chicken was fantastic. The butternut squash was accompanied by a festival of textures and flavors - some warm, some sour, some cheesy - that made it the best vegetable dish I've had in a while. The free bread is some kind of a take on sliceable Parker House rolls, with a mound of shaved Parmesan on top and a pesto jelly donut interior hiding within. Nothing is so elevated as to be annoying, but nothing is so simplistic as to be insulting for the experience. We loved the desserts, too - I was especially impressed by the satsuma ice cream sorbet with a toasted marshmallow crust on top. Aany small-plates experience forces diners to cobble together a meal, and oddly, I'm not sure Crown Shy has enough side dishes. The previously mentioned half-chicken comes all on its lonesome, but for sides you can get fish or meat, or ... carrots or sweet potato. Oh well, just have chicken with a side of lamb merguez and braised octopus? Side note: I hope the periodic Japanese-restaurant-style group shouting emanating from the open kitchen was doing something for staff cohesion and morale, because it wasn't doing anything for me as a diner. But the delights of Crown Shy's confident quiet luxury are worth the occasional raised eyebrow. read more

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As soon as I walked in (and was neglected for a few min) I felt this may not be thr michelin experience I was expecting. But the music was fun and the decor ( a lot of rap artists) was very unique and hubs loved it. The pistachio bread loaf (seen in many yelp photos) was excellent. The oyster were fantastic. I normally like mine simple, with lemon and a little cocktail sauce and donnt care for the mignonette sauced, but these oyster came dressed in a house sause that was delicate enough for me to enjoy the oyster, but also with just the right amount of sweet acidity to offer it a distinction of well beyond your average raw oyster. The snapper crudo was AMAZING. I loved the fresh tender fish paired with the fine sweet crunch of the persimmon and all in a background of a spicy but not overpowering sauce. It was a beautifully decorated dish also. My expectations were suddenly heightened and the single star was suddenly justified. Best those few were the highlights a d subsequent dishes including their signature chicken were bitter disappointments. The jerk octopus - well hidden under a bed a lettuce was underwhelmingly bland. Yes, there was some jerk seasoning, but there wasn't much of a sauce and zero depth of flavor. The piece of lettuce, slivers of jalapeños kind of felt like an afterthought, unnecessary even. The pan seared cod was bone dry. I really have no words to express my disappointment with this cod dish. If I went to a diner and recieved dry fish, fine. But from a one star michelin restaurant? Dry, just dry brick. And finally the chicken with crown shy house sauce - recommended by our waitress. Dry, aging dry. And there was nothing special about the sauce. For dessert we had the tres leches, which came with way to much cream on top. Maybe it was decent? I dont remember, by this time I was ready to leave. We should've stopped after the oysters and crudo. My star rating legend: 5: A+ Worth a special journey (ie. I would go out of my way, maybe even take a flight somewhere just for this; exceptionally amazing) 4: A excellent, a must try, solid place 3: B good; nothing extraordinary, but would definitely go again 2: C personally would never go again (unless invited by someone and I didn't get to pick the place), but I can see how others might find something appealing 1: Fail. I would never return and recommend no on else goes either. read more

Crown Shy is a great option for a special occasion dinner! The staff is super friendly and attentive, and the menu options are great. All the plates are a unique combination of flavors and cuisines. Short rib: 8/10 The short rib was good BUT not worth the price. there was no flavor!! White asparagus: 11/10 Most memorable dish of the night! So unique and light. Must get! Bread: 5/10 People everywhere talk about it but it's just okay... sorry, Yellowtail crudo: 8/10 Such unique combinations of flavors. Strawberries and fish truly bring out the freshness. Pea Gnocchi: 10/10 The sauce was so flavorful and strong on the pea, but not overpowering. The pasta was incredibly soft and had such a great mouthfeel. Cavatelli with uni and bacon: 8/10 I wanted the flavor to be more umami and powerful, but it was kind of bland given the presence of bacon and uni. Overall really unique menu and flavor combinations. read more

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AMAZING night at Crown Shy!!! I went with my family for my birthday, and everyone made the experience so special. It was pretty easy to get a reservation here, especially on a weeknight, which is much appreciated. What I loved about Crown Shy was that there was plenty of space in the restaurant. My sister has mobility issues, and she was able to easily navigate throughout the space. The menu was great, which made it difficult for us to narrow it down. Our waiter was so friendly to give suggestions on what to order, as well as quantity that would leave us feeling satisfied. The bread was fantastic-- one of the best things we had all night. It was so pillowy and soft, and the filling was incredible. The appetizers we got were just okay.. I thought the Gruyere Fritters needed to be hotter. They sent out the Snap Green Salad, which was great! The sauce that it was paired with was so refreshing. The Gnocchi and Bucatini were both nice compliments for plates that were more filling. For mains, our favorite was the Pork Katsu because of the tasty sauce and crunch of the pork. We had the Chicken as well, per our waiter's recommendation, and it was grilled to perfection. Dessert was an 11/10. We ordered the Satsuma Orange to share, and they ended up coming out with the two additional ice creams and a little birthday cupcake!! My favorite ice creams were the Satsuma Orange (very tart) and the Strawberry (nice crunchy base). Everyone at Crown Shy made my experience with family so magical!! Would highly recommend for any special occasion or just to try a new restaurant in the city!! read more

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