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Note: This review pertains specifically to the Dining Room at Gramercy Tavern, which is a distinct experience from the rest of the restaurant. We paid just under $1,000 for the tasting menu with wine pairings, cheese and crackers, and two rounds of cocktails. I have summarized most of it below, with the exception of the wine pairings, which warrant a more detailed discussion. Service: 10/10 From start to finish, the service was exceptional. It genuinely could not have been better. Food: 6/10 overall Cheese & Crackers: 10/10 Delightfully sourced and beautifully presented. Citrus-Cured Fluke: 10/10 Well balanced, refreshing, and very well executed. Gnocchi / Agnolotti: 10/10 each Both dishes had beautiful, well-developed flavor profiles. Smoked Trout: 3/10 This is where the train left the tracks in terms of the food. The trout arrived lukewarm and simply was not very good. Lamb / Pork: 1/10 each Both dishes were absolutely abysmal for a host of reasons. We did not finish either one. Chocolate Flan: 10/10 Outstanding. Truly a must-try. Ricotta Semifreddo: 4/10 Or so my companion reported. Now, on to the wine pairings. At $118 per person, several adjectives come to mind: rapacious, greedy, extortionate, and miserly are just a few. To say that this may be one of the biggest money grabs in the world of New York fine dining would probably be a gross understatement. We received a total of five wine tastings, each approximately 1 to 2 ounces, which is fairly standard in terms of tasting pour size. What was decidedly not standard was the quality of the wines. Their retail prices were essentially drugstore-level, although the selections were esoteric enough that most non-oenophiles would probably never realize it. I have not listed every wine we were served, and because we ordered different dishes, we did not each receive every one of the same pours. Among those served were: Mas de Daumas Gassac Rosé Frizant 2024 - Retail Value ~$24 2023 Domaine Les Aricoques "Pan Blanc," Vin de Savoie - Retail Value ~$32 2025 Vollenweider Trarbacher Burgberg Riesling Kabinett, Mosel - Retail Value ~$35 2021 Vitícola Mentridana Las Uvas de la Ira - Retail Value ~$33 KEO St. John Commandaria - Retail Value ~$27 For my tasting set, the combined retail cost to purchase full bottles of all of these wines would have been approximately $150. I fully appreciate and respect that retail wine pricing and restaurant wine pricing are two very different things. But these were not full glasses of wine, and that changes the calculus rather dramatically. By my estimation, and I acknowledge that I could be somewhat off, the restaurant likely paid roughly $1.20 per ounce for the wine it served us while grossing approximately $15.73 per ounce. That is a margin that would make a Las Vegas slot machine blush. Worse still, while the wines were correctly paired in terms of their flavor profiles, they were, rather unsurprisingly, not especially impressive in terms of overall quality. I have previously dined in the part of Gramercy Tavern outside the Dining Room and loved it. I found the food fantastic and the value entirely fair. The Dining Room was a very different story. It was not worth what we paid, not even remotely close, and in my view it is certainly not worthy of its Michelin one-star rating. All things considered, there were several moments we genuinely enjoyed, and the service was superb. But we ultimately left disappointed and feeling more than a little fleeced.
My friend and I decided to splurge on a $65 Restaurant Week prix-fixe lunch at Gramercy Tavern on a random Monday. Fortunately, we made a reservation because apparently a lot of people had the same idea. We started our meal with complimentary dinner rolls with smooth, whipped butter and cheese bread. Both were solid carb options that opened up our stomachs for what was to come. STARTER: HEIRLOOM TOMATO SALAD The salad came with a couple varieties of tomatoes, sliced peaches, mint, crunchy garnishes, and a sweet yet citrusy dressing. It was a refreshing appetizer, and I loved how fresh and sweet the tomatoes were. MAIN: GOLDEN TILEFISH The tilefish was cooked to perfection -- soft and buttery, pairing well with the frothy vegetable-based sauce, which was light and savory. The shaved potatoes were interesting, almost resembling pickled onions. It was slightly off-putting because I mentally prepared myself for the pungent flavors, only for it to never come. DESSERT: RICOTTA SEMIFREDDO The ricotta semifreddo had a texture of dense ice cream with a slightly savory flavor. I enjoyed the thin almond strips, incredibly juicy sorbet, and strawberries on the side. It was a refreshing and light way to end a midday meal. My friend got the Beef Carpaccio, Pork Cutlet, and Chocolate Flan. Everything was pretty good, but the flan was by far the standout. Overall, I thought the food was good, but nothing in particular stood out to me. I guess I'll have to come back for dinner and see if the seasonal dinner menu gives me the full Michelin-starred experience!
Amazing! We had a fantastic brunch experience and loved every minute. Service and food is top notch. Would recommend a reservation! We ordered a salad and chilled corn soup to start and then the famous tavern burger and pork ribs. Everything was excellent!!! We also loved the chocolate chip cookie & milk. Our server knew we were celebrating a new baby soon and also brought out a small celebratory cake as well. So sweet. We loved it!! Great spot and gorgeous restaurant!!
Ask for the onion foccacia! It was the best part of the meal and not just because it was free. LOL. Fluffy, onion-y, olive oily...only served upon request. We came for lunch and ate like piggies. Our server later commented "you guys did good". Started off strong with the roasted oysters. So smoky and tasty! Delicious! I love they were the little oysters too :). The market salad was a silent winner which had nice surprises with each bite: little crunchies, sugar snap peas, chives, parm and of course, greens. The tavern burger was awesome! Beefy, crispy edges and cooked a perfect medium rare. Everything a good burger should be, and when I looked around almost every table had at least one order. One of the must order items here! The cucumber soup was refreshing and unique. I was going to order it à la carte until I was informed the lunch special was cucumber soup plus a short rib sandwich. Same size soup and just $9 more. I was sold! Unfortunately, I wish I had just saved the $9. The short rib sandwich was almost inedible. We picked out the short rib (4 little chunks per half sandwich) which was smothered with BBQ sauce but dry. The bread was dry and hard. Disappointing, but that was the only bad part of the entire meal. Service was on point and friendly. Yah the two of us tore it up. "We did good"...oink oink.
The server it seemed to talk down to us, somewhat condescendingly. We were one of the few non-white patrons. We're not exactly new to Gramercy Tavern nor Michelin restaurants. I've never had this happen to me before. She over-explained everything from how we had to select a particular meal or this. The menu literally says or on it. Then she explained how to use Apple Pay. We're not illiterate or stupid.
Finally got to try this staple of an establishment by Danny Meyer. You can expect one hell of a 5 course prix fixe meal that's changes based on the season, which goes for $175 per person. After we checked in with our reservation, we were seated about 5 minutes after. A wine sommelier came over to walk us through their wine selections. This part felt very over the top and unnecessary, but he was super professional about it. I ended up doing two different half glasses to pair with my course, which I did a white wine for the first two courses called Jean Collet & Fils Chablis ($13), and then a much more expensive red wine called Lionnet Terre Brûlée Cornas ($20), which I really enjoyed. For the meal, I started off with the Citrus-Cured Fluke, which was light and refreshing. Next was the Hay Smoked Gnocchi, which I really enjoyed. I didn't really taste the smokiness, although it was supposed to be subtle, but enjoyed the buttery and earthy taste of this dish. Next was the Smoked Trout, which tasted similar to the fluke, but the trout has a richer flavor and more savory. The Hanger Steak was probably my favorite dish. This was prepared medium rare (I don't think you have a choice in how you want your meat cooked). I ended my meal with the Chocolate Flan, which was super rich in chocolate flavor and it did taste like you were consuming one of the most delicious flan ever made. If you mark on your reservation that you're celebrating something, such as a birthday or anniversary, they will bring out a complementary cake with a candle on top. Fair warning, plan to spend an evening for 3 hours. These dishes come out slow and they won't come out with the next course until everybody at the table is done with their prior course.
I visited Gramercy Tavern during their restaurant week lunch for my birthday! They acknowledged my birthday when I checked in with the reception, which was a pleasant surprise since the rest of the reservations I made for the weekend didn't acknowledge it. But that was it, they acknowledged at check in and then nothing ever happened. It wasn't really that I was expecting something but it was just so strange to ask whose birthday it was for the reservation and then that was it. Anyways moving on. I do think their service was top notch. Extremely attentive and overall the staff were just friendly and helpful. The complimentary sweet potato rolls were delicious. So soft and fluffy, almost like milk bread. They even offered us a second serving of the sweet potato rolls. For the appetizer, we both the beef carpaccio. I thought it was delicious. It went well with the arugula. Paired with the complimentary sweet potato rolls, it was perfect! For the main course, we tried the pork cutlet and the beef sandwich. Both are quite filling, personally I enjoyed the beef sandwich more. It was hearty with a generous amount of beef and cheese and came with a dipping sauce. The pork cutlet wasn't too memorable. The dessert was so disappointing. We ordered the lemon pudding cake and the peach upside down cake. Both were not too impressive to me both presentation and taste wise. The lemon pudding was especially disappointing, it tasted quite artificial with sugar granules in each bite. It felt so grainy. The peach upside down cake was slightly better but still had a grainy texture. The cake was also on the drier side. At the end they also gave a complimentary piece of dark chocolate with freeze dried strawberries. The overall ambiance is nice, it's a nice place to have a lunch and have a conversation.
I had the pleasure to eat here earlier this month, reservations on the Dining side(prix fix menu) with 3 other ladies. Each course was beautiful and the vibe was refined, yet unstuffy. We all enjoyed our meal over all, only a few hit and misses. I've seen The Menu and the Bear... so my expectations were high (), that said the other ladies in our group absolutely loved each course. I took one photo... from my favorite dish. I cannot say I was vibing with hot/warm fruit mixed with veggies and other textures, meats.... maybe im just not a fancy food lady. Im not sure, but I would definitely eat at the Tavern side! The restaurant is beautifully decorated and service was wonderful. My only other grip (that night) was the ladies room needed some love. I literally had to hunt for some toilet paper... which is found in the small white cabinet.
What can I really say that many famous professional publications and even Michelin themselves haven't already said? Absolutely incredible place and I would borderline move to NYC just to be closer to this place. Our server was absolutely phenomenal. Knowledgeable, personable, kind, amazing. The outdoor seating area was nicely shaded from the hot, early summer sun and felt comfortable with a gentle breeze even when it was scorching out. She recommended my wife a fantastic Portuguese white wine, perfect to beat the heat, and I got the Smoke, which was a smoky whiskey cocktail with candied ginger that had a ton of depth and layers to it. SO good. I'm not even sure why I'm mentioning any food since they rotate their menu seasonally... BUT I will say the chilled pea soup was ethereal (and neither of us much like peas) and the seasonal focaccia I could have eaten a whole loaf of by itself. I believe we got the Market Garden Salad, which was great, and then split the Brick Pressed Chicken, which was just incredible with how tender, juicy, and flavorful it was all in one. For dessert, we got an ice cream dish and then they went above and beyond bringing us out a special hidden menu item for our anniversary, which was delicious, gluten free (for my celiac wife), and absolutely blew our minds. I cannot wait until the next chance I can get to visit. Absolutely amazing experience. Hands down, one of the best meals I've ever eaten.
The dining room is running a $60 prix fixe lunch here seven days a week right now. We started with the free bread service, which was yum: warm potato rolls with cultured butter. For starters we split the beef carpaccio (bright with lemon and horseradish, kentucky-thin slices) and the lumache, which was hands down our favorite dish of the meal. Sungold tomatoes, corn, brown butter, the pasta soaking up all of it. If you go, get the lumache. Mains: the golden tilefish came over a vivid green herb sauce with crispy skin, fennel, and a generous scoop of salmon roe on top. The flavor was of the sauce was definitely stronger than I expected but the fish was well executed. For dessert we got the peach upside-down cake (brown sugar, lime, coconut, a little apricot sorbet on the side) and the ricotta semifreddo with strawberries and a shard of phyllo. Both were good but nothing wow. Service was great.
I went to Gramercy Tavern and enjoyed their tasting menu. There are two sections to the restaurant, with the front having more à la carte options. For the Dining Room, it was warmly lit with white tablecloths. We were celebrating a special occasion and they made sure to wish us. The food was amazing, everything was well done. My favorites were the gnocchi, the lamb, and the chocolate flan. The service was extremely inviting and attentive, they really make you feel welcome and cared for. They gave us complimentary chocolates, cake, and bagged coffee cakes for us to take home - all on the house. Overall, I had such a special time here and would love to go again and try the other dining section
I have been trying to get a reservation at Gramercy Tavern for over two years and was finally successful. Still not able to get one on a Friday or Saturday but Sunday after a day in the City it worked. I am so glad I did. The service was great, friendly and helpful. The food was very good too. Started with the roasted oysters. For entrees we had the Brick Pressed Chicken and the Tavern Burger. Even though the burger came with chips they did not disappoint. The chips are made in house and very flavorful. The burger was cooked to perfection. Thick and juicy. None of that smashed nonsense. Full of flavor. Complimented with Bacon and the house aioli. The ambience of the Tavern is great too. The only small criticism is there is really no barrier between the Tavern and the Dining room.
This is a review for the Tavern at Gramercy tavern. It is a more casual à la carte part of the restaurant vs the fine dining/set menu. It is also part of the Chase sapphire reserve dining credit! I booked a reservation a week in advance for two on a Thursday and they only had either 5 PM or 9 PM outside. I ended up choosing 5 PM and I'm so happy I did because the weather was beautiful and it was a perfect day to have some drinks and eat a good meal outside. My boyfriend and I ordered the broccolini salad as an appetizer and each ordered the Tavern burger. For cocktails, I ordered the Queen of Hearts and my bf ordered the NY Manhattan. The broccolini salad was very fresh and I loved all of the ingredients. The salad and queen of hearts cocktail were both small portions. The burger was cooked perfectly and very juicy. The side of chips was nice and didn't make you overly stuffed. The aioli reminded me a little bit of Big Mac sauce. I would likely try the ribs or something else next time but it was a good meal. The service was excellent.
1 month ago
Have Jerod at the bar make you a Manhattan. Trust me. My wife's first Gramercy experience. read more
1 month ago
I think this was a new restaurant when I was leaving NYC, and 20-something years later I got to try it out for the first time. Very special place with impeccable service. Food was top quality and the bread service will challenge you to leave enough hunger for everything else. Stop by the Roosevelt birthplace a few doors down for a freebie after lunch (run by national parks service). read more
Note: This review pertains specifically to the Dining Room at Gramercy Tavern, which is a distinct experience from the rest of the restaurant. We paid just under $1,000 for the tasting menu with wine pairings, cheese and crackers, and two rounds of cocktails. I have summarized most of it below, with the exception of the wine pairings, which warrant a more detailed discussion. Service: 10/10 From start to finish, the service was exceptional. It genuinely could not have been better. Food: 6/10 overall Cheese & Crackers: 10/10 Delightfully sourced and beautifully presented. Citrus-Cured Fluke: 10/10 Well balanced, refreshing, and very well executed. Gnocchi / Agnolotti: 10/10 each Both dishes had beautiful, well-developed flavor profiles. Smoked Trout: 3/10 This is where the train left the tracks in terms of the food. The trout arrived lukewarm and simply was not very good. Lamb / Pork: 1/10 each Both dishes were absolutely abysmal for a host of reasons. We did not finish either one. Chocolate Flan: 10/10 Outstanding. Truly a must-try. Ricotta Semifreddo: 4/10 Or so my companion reported. Now, on to the wine pairings. At $118 per person, several adjectives come to mind: rapacious, greedy, extortionate, and miserly are just a few. To say that this may be one of the biggest money grabs in the world of New York fine dining would probably be a gross understatement. We received a total of five wine tastings, each approximately 1 to 2 ounces, which is fairly standard in terms of tasting pour size. What was decidedly not standard was the quality of the wines. Their retail prices were essentially drugstore-level, although the selections were esoteric enough that most non-oenophiles would probably never realize it. I have not listed every wine we were served, and because we ordered different dishes, we did not each receive every one of the same pours. Among those served were: Mas de Daumas Gassac Rosé Frizant 2024 - Retail Value ~$24 2023 Domaine Les Aricoques "Pan Blanc," Vin de Savoie - Retail Value ~$32 2025 Vollenweider Trarbacher Burgberg Riesling Kabinett, Mosel - Retail Value ~$35 2021 Vitícola Mentridana Las Uvas de la Ira - Retail Value ~$33 KEO St. John Commandaria - Retail Value ~$27 For my tasting set, the combined retail cost to purchase full bottles of all of these wines would have been approximately $150. I fully appreciate and respect that retail wine pricing and restaurant wine pricing are two very different things. But these were not full glasses of wine, and that changes the calculus rather dramatically. By my estimation, and I acknowledge that I could be somewhat off, the restaurant likely paid roughly $1.20 per ounce for the wine it served us while grossing approximately $15.73 per ounce. That is a margin that would make a Las Vegas slot machine blush. Worse still, while the wines were correctly paired in terms of their flavor profiles, they were, rather unsurprisingly, not especially impressive in terms of overall quality. I have previously dined in the part of Gramercy Tavern outside the Dining Room and loved it. I found the food fantastic and the value entirely fair. The Dining Room was a very different story. It was not worth what we paid, not even remotely close, and in my view it is certainly not worthy of its Michelin one-star rating. All things considered, there were several moments we genuinely enjoyed, and the service was superb. But we ultimately left disappointed and feeling more than a little fleeced. read more
My friend and I decided to splurge on a $65 Restaurant Week prix-fixe lunch at Gramercy Tavern on a random Monday. Fortunately, we made a reservation because apparently a lot of people had the same idea. We started our meal with complimentary dinner rolls with smooth, whipped butter and cheese bread. Both were solid carb options that opened up our stomachs for what was to come. STARTER: HEIRLOOM TOMATO SALAD The salad came with a couple varieties of tomatoes, sliced peaches, mint, crunchy garnishes, and a sweet yet citrusy dressing. It was a refreshing appetizer, and I loved how fresh and sweet the tomatoes were. MAIN: GOLDEN TILEFISH The tilefish was cooked to perfection -- soft and buttery, pairing well with the frothy vegetable-based sauce, which was light and savory. The shaved potatoes were interesting, almost resembling pickled onions. It was slightly off-putting because I mentally prepared myself for the pungent flavors, only for it to never come. DESSERT: RICOTTA SEMIFREDDO The ricotta semifreddo had a texture of dense ice cream with a slightly savory flavor. I enjoyed the thin almond strips, incredibly juicy sorbet, and strawberries on the side. It was a refreshing and light way to end a midday meal. My friend got the Beef Carpaccio, Pork Cutlet, and Chocolate Flan. Everything was pretty good, but the flan was by far the standout. Overall, I thought the food was good, but nothing in particular stood out to me. I guess I'll have to come back for dinner and see if the seasonal dinner menu gives me the full Michelin-starred experience! read more
Amazing! We had a fantastic brunch experience and loved every minute. Service and food is top notch. Would recommend a reservation! We ordered a salad and chilled corn soup to start and then the famous tavern burger and pork ribs. Everything was excellent!!! We also loved the chocolate chip cookie & milk. Our server knew we were celebrating a new baby soon and also brought out a small celebratory cake as well. So sweet. We loved it!! Great spot and gorgeous restaurant!! read more
Ask for the onion foccacia! It was the best part of the meal and not just because it was free. LOL. Fluffy, onion-y, olive oily...only served upon request. We came for lunch and ate like piggies. Our server later commented "you guys did good". Started off strong with the roasted oysters. So smoky and tasty! Delicious! I love they were the little oysters too :). The market salad was a silent winner which had nice surprises with each bite: little crunchies, sugar snap peas, chives, parm and of course, greens. The tavern burger was awesome! Beefy, crispy edges and cooked a perfect medium rare. Everything a good burger should be, and when I looked around almost every table had at least one order. One of the must order items here! The cucumber soup was refreshing and unique. I was going to order it à la carte until I was informed the lunch special was cucumber soup plus a short rib sandwich. Same size soup and just $9 more. I was sold! Unfortunately, I wish I had just saved the $9. The short rib sandwich was almost inedible. We picked out the short rib (4 little chunks per half sandwich) which was smothered with BBQ sauce but dry. The bread was dry and hard. Disappointing, but that was the only bad part of the entire meal. Service was on point and friendly. Yah the two of us tore it up. "We did good"...oink oink. read more
20 days ago
The server it seemed to talk down to us, somewhat condescendingly. We were one of the few non-white patrons. We're not exactly new to Gramercy Tavern nor Michelin restaurants. I've never had this happen to me before. She over-explained everything from how we had to select a particular meal or this. The menu literally says or on it. Then she explained how to use Apple Pay. We're not illiterate or stupid. read more
Finally got to try this staple of an establishment by Danny Meyer. You can expect one hell of a 5 course prix fixe meal that's changes based on the season, which goes for $175 per person. After we checked in with our reservation, we were seated about 5 minutes after. A wine sommelier came over to walk us through their wine selections. This part felt very over the top and unnecessary, but he was super professional about it. I ended up doing two different half glasses to pair with my course, which I did a white wine for the first two courses called Jean Collet & Fils Chablis ($13), and then a much more expensive red wine called Lionnet Terre Brûlée Cornas ($20), which I really enjoyed. For the meal, I started off with the Citrus-Cured Fluke, which was light and refreshing. Next was the Hay Smoked Gnocchi, which I really enjoyed. I didn't really taste the smokiness, although it was supposed to be subtle, but enjoyed the buttery and earthy taste of this dish. Next was the Smoked Trout, which tasted similar to the fluke, but the trout has a richer flavor and more savory. The Hanger Steak was probably my favorite dish. This was prepared medium rare (I don't think you have a choice in how you want your meat cooked). I ended my meal with the Chocolate Flan, which was super rich in chocolate flavor and it did taste like you were consuming one of the most delicious flan ever made. If you mark on your reservation that you're celebrating something, such as a birthday or anniversary, they will bring out a complementary cake with a candle on top. Fair warning, plan to spend an evening for 3 hours. These dishes come out slow and they won't come out with the next course until everybody at the table is done with their prior course. read more
I visited Gramercy Tavern during their restaurant week lunch for my birthday! They acknowledged my birthday when I checked in with the reception, which was a pleasant surprise since the rest of the reservations I made for the weekend didn't acknowledge it. But that was it, they acknowledged at check in and then nothing ever happened. It wasn't really that I was expecting something but it was just so strange to ask whose birthday it was for the reservation and then that was it. Anyways moving on. I do think their service was top notch. Extremely attentive and overall the staff were just friendly and helpful. The complimentary sweet potato rolls were delicious. So soft and fluffy, almost like milk bread. They even offered us a second serving of the sweet potato rolls. For the appetizer, we both the beef carpaccio. I thought it was delicious. It went well with the arugula. Paired with the complimentary sweet potato rolls, it was perfect! For the main course, we tried the pork cutlet and the beef sandwich. Both are quite filling, personally I enjoyed the beef sandwich more. It was hearty with a generous amount of beef and cheese and came with a dipping sauce. The pork cutlet wasn't too memorable. The dessert was so disappointing. We ordered the lemon pudding cake and the peach upside down cake. Both were not too impressive to me both presentation and taste wise. The lemon pudding was especially disappointing, it tasted quite artificial with sugar granules in each bite. It felt so grainy. The peach upside down cake was slightly better but still had a grainy texture. The cake was also on the drier side. At the end they also gave a complimentary piece of dark chocolate with freeze dried strawberries. The overall ambiance is nice, it's a nice place to have a lunch and have a conversation. read more
23 days ago
I had the pleasure to eat here earlier this month, reservations on the Dining side(prix fix menu) with 3 other ladies. Each course was beautiful and the vibe was refined, yet unstuffy. We all enjoyed our meal over all, only a few hit and misses. I've seen The Menu and the Bear... so my expectations were high (), that said the other ladies in our group absolutely loved each course. I took one photo... from my favorite dish. I cannot say I was vibing with hot/warm fruit mixed with veggies and other textures, meats.... maybe im just not a fancy food lady. Im not sure, but I would definitely eat at the Tavern side! The restaurant is beautifully decorated and service was wonderful. My only other grip (that night) was the ladies room needed some love. I literally had to hunt for some toilet paper... which is found in the small white cabinet. read more
What can I really say that many famous professional publications and even Michelin themselves haven't already said? Absolutely incredible place and I would borderline move to NYC just to be closer to this place. Our server was absolutely phenomenal. Knowledgeable, personable, kind, amazing. The outdoor seating area was nicely shaded from the hot, early summer sun and felt comfortable with a gentle breeze even when it was scorching out. She recommended my wife a fantastic Portuguese white wine, perfect to beat the heat, and I got the Smoke, which was a smoky whiskey cocktail with candied ginger that had a ton of depth and layers to it. SO good. I'm not even sure why I'm mentioning any food since they rotate their menu seasonally... BUT I will say the chilled pea soup was ethereal (and neither of us much like peas) and the seasonal focaccia I could have eaten a whole loaf of by itself. I believe we got the Market Garden Salad, which was great, and then split the Brick Pressed Chicken, which was just incredible with how tender, juicy, and flavorful it was all in one. For dessert, we got an ice cream dish and then they went above and beyond bringing us out a special hidden menu item for our anniversary, which was delicious, gluten free (for my celiac wife), and absolutely blew our minds. I cannot wait until the next chance I can get to visit. Absolutely amazing experience. Hands down, one of the best meals I've ever eaten. read more
The dining room is running a $60 prix fixe lunch here seven days a week right now. We started with the free bread service, which was yum: warm potato rolls with cultured butter. For starters we split the beef carpaccio (bright with lemon and horseradish, kentucky-thin slices) and the lumache, which was hands down our favorite dish of the meal. Sungold tomatoes, corn, brown butter, the pasta soaking up all of it. If you go, get the lumache. Mains: the golden tilefish came over a vivid green herb sauce with crispy skin, fennel, and a generous scoop of salmon roe on top. The flavor was of the sauce was definitely stronger than I expected but the fish was well executed. For dessert we got the peach upside-down cake (brown sugar, lime, coconut, a little apricot sorbet on the side) and the ricotta semifreddo with strawberries and a shard of phyllo. Both were good but nothing wow. Service was great. read more
I went to Gramercy Tavern and enjoyed their tasting menu. There are two sections to the restaurant, with the front having more à la carte options. For the Dining Room, it was warmly lit with white tablecloths. We were celebrating a special occasion and they made sure to wish us. The food was amazing, everything was well done. My favorites were the gnocchi, the lamb, and the chocolate flan. The service was extremely inviting and attentive, they really make you feel welcome and cared for. They gave us complimentary chocolates, cake, and bagged coffee cakes for us to take home - all on the house. Overall, I had such a special time here and would love to go again and try the other dining section read more
I have been trying to get a reservation at Gramercy Tavern for over two years and was finally successful. Still not able to get one on a Friday or Saturday but Sunday after a day in the City it worked. I am so glad I did. The service was great, friendly and helpful. The food was very good too. Started with the roasted oysters. For entrees we had the Brick Pressed Chicken and the Tavern Burger. Even though the burger came with chips they did not disappoint. The chips are made in house and very flavorful. The burger was cooked to perfection. Thick and juicy. None of that smashed nonsense. Full of flavor. Complimented with Bacon and the house aioli. The ambience of the Tavern is great too. The only small criticism is there is really no barrier between the Tavern and the Dining room. read more
4 months ago
This is a review for the Tavern at Gramercy tavern. It is a more casual à la carte part of the restaurant vs the fine dining/set menu. It is also part of the Chase sapphire reserve dining credit! I booked a reservation a week in advance for two on a Thursday and they only had either 5 PM or 9 PM outside. I ended up choosing 5 PM and I'm so happy I did because the weather was beautiful and it was a perfect day to have some drinks and eat a good meal outside. My boyfriend and I ordered the broccolini salad as an appetizer and each ordered the Tavern burger. For cocktails, I ordered the Queen of Hearts and my bf ordered the NY Manhattan. The broccolini salad was very fresh and I loved all of the ingredients. The salad and queen of hearts cocktail were both small portions. The burger was cooked perfectly and very juicy. The side of chips was nice and didn't make you overly stuffed. The aioli reminded me a little bit of Big Mac sauce. I would likely try the ribs or something else next time but it was a good meal. The service was excellent. read more
This was a very cozy date night spot. I waited for a reservation inside as the vibe outdoor would have been completely different. The cocktails were amazing - my boyfriend loved the pisco drink (didn't taste like alcohol). We ordered the flatbread appetizer, the burger, pasta with pea shoots, and chocolate cake for dessert. The flatbread was very tasty and I loved how it came out piping hot, but the flavors of the dips were a bit lackluster. The burger was cooked perfectly and was tasty, but we wished it was served with fries over chips. Pasta was fine, but I would order meat or fish here in future. Dessert was epic! read more
We finally got a reservation at the famous tavern at Gramercy Tavern. I had heard legends about the burger, and didn't understand why, but now I truly do. There were zero dishes that weren't perfect. The drinks were incredible; that whiskey cocktail I had with the candied ginger was unreal. The chicken liver mousse appetizer was perfect as well, and came with a delicious bread that was insanely good. The mains were, of course, unbelievable. The pasta dish was perfect, simple and delicious. The burger was one of the best, if not the best I've ever had, perfectly cooked, and flavored to perfection. The desserts were amazing as well. The cookie was our favorite, but the mango upside down cake was great as well. I definitely understand the hype, will be back for sure! read more
I finally made it back to the Gramercy Tavern - it had been over a decade. I'm not sure why I waited so long to revisit. I had no reservation for a Monday lunch, however, there was an available table outside and it was a lovely day. The server highly recommended the Carrot Soup as a starter...it's a chilled soup. I can count the number of times I've had chilled soup on one hand. It's not that that I don't like chilled soup - in fact, the chilled soups I've ordered over the years have been quite good...as was my Carrot Soup! It had fennel - which was an interesting addition - pleasant to chew with the soup. There were also Fava Beans - to be honest, I can't recall ever having Fava Beans - they're like Lima or Butter beans. There was also a crème fraiche on top of the soup. It's hard to describe this great combination of flavors - carrot - coconut milk - fennel - fava bean - but it was very delicious! I saw the menu featured a Beef Meatball with Polenta, Mushrooms and Fontina. I asked my server about this 'meatball'. She said it was really like a meatloaf - 7 1/2 oz of ground meat shaped like a large curved meatball, and sliced in half. She said it was on a bed of polenta with gravy and mushrooms. Images of my Mom's meatloaf flashed in front of me - I ordered it! I also ordered the Bacon Cheddar Biscuits, which would be a great add with the meatloaf! The entree came, and I immediately hesitated as I saw chili flakes sprinkled all over the meatloaf. There was no mention of chili flakes or spice on the menu, nor did the server mention it. If it were mild, I may not have cared - but it wasn't. It was quite spicy. The server came over - I told her I'm not able to eat spicy foods and there was no mention of chili flakes with the meatloaf. She said she could take the plate back and replace it without the chili flakes. I agreed. The new plate came out - and while there was no chili flakes sprinkled on top, there were chili flakes cooked in the meat and the gravy was spicy. While the meatball (meatloaf) tasted very good, I really couldn't enjoy it due to the spice level. It was not my 'Mom's meatloaf' - not even close - why spice it and not disclose? The Bacon Cheddar Biscuits were good - unfortunately I couldn't dip them in the gravy due to the spice. I was hoping to get a classic, old fashioned meatloaf style dish. It was a disappointment after my long hiatus from the Tavern. It may be awhile before I return. read more
Has been on my list for a while and randomly made a lunch res on a Saturday. Walked in and the tavern is so cute - very green but stunning bar (I would love to eat there next). Staff is all really friendly and helpful. Came for the burger and was expecting it to be good but was actually surprised by how flavorful it was. The dips and flatbread were awesome too - they brought out a pesto focaccia at the same time ... wow. Chocolate chip cookie was the perfect ending. Will definitely return! read more
5 months ago
With all the fame and hype about Gramercy Tavern, I came in with very high expectations. I sat in the more formal dining room area and ordered from the 3-course lunch menu ($78). Snow peas - These snow peas tasted fresh with a nice crunch and there was actually a solid amount of it. I really liked the combo of peanut crumbles with the sauce. Hanger steak - This was the biggest disappointment of the meal... not because the steak wasn't good (it was actually cooked quite well with a nice crust), but because it only came with 4 small pieces of steak! The plate was mostly just beans and a few veggies... more like an appetizer size. Pan seared skate (my friend and I shared our mains) - This was also disappointing, as the fish was simply too salty, especially when combined with the salty fish roe. Chocolate flan - Also a bit small but pretty good; the flan + cookie crumble combo was tasty. Service: This was a bright spot of the experience - really no complaints here as the staff are super attentive, friendly, and helpful. They gave us some tasty complimentary bread to start and also some chocolates at the end of the meal. Environment: The restaurant is split into a more casual / lively tavern area and a more formal dining area. We were in the latter, which was more peaceful and there actually was a good amount of empty tables around. The decor is upscale without being pretentious or flashy. Overall, while the service was great and the environment is nice, I have to say I was quite disappointed in the food, particularly the main courses. For this high of a price, it's tough to justify coming back, although I certainly don't regret giving this notable place a shot, and maybe it's worth you giving it a try for yourself too - just temper your expectations. read more
This is not an easy reservation to snag and it's definitely because of the vibe. High energy bar, wonder outdoor seating. The service is outstanding and the manager is literally circling ( in the best possible way) the room to make sure everyone looks happy and taken care of. Our server Megan was just awesome. We ordered an Old Fashion and it was more like just bourbon over ice so next round we got a Last Word and it was top notch. The menu is a bit small and not many options which is why I didn't give 5 stars. However, what they do have is done great. We had the burger and it's top 5 of ones I've tried in the city. Also had flatbread appetizer and it was solid. The meatball was good just really really garlic heavy. All in all it was a great dinner and we will certainly make an effort to come back in for another go. read more
Visited during restaurant week and had a lovely experience. Out of all the restaurant week options, I really enjoyed the attention and service the team at Gramercy Tavern delivered. I would recommend this place if you're visiting from out of town or if you have a guest visiting. read more
BEST BURGER OF MY LIFE! I dined at the bar while on a solo work trip in the city and had a fabulous dirty martini with the burger (no bacon) and it was unreal. The service was also 10/10! Benny was amazing from start to finish and implemented some amazing "unreasonable hospitality". I highly recommend Gramercy Tavern whether you're dining solo or with a group. The atmosphere is special too with beautiful fresh flowers everywhere. read more
My family came here for restaurant week. This restaurant has been a classic staple for more than 20 years. Food is always served beautifully and tasty. The only thing missing today was the pork cutlet that the meat was as thin as paper and too chewy. The batter was not nicely coated on the pork chop. The service was decent but probably a bit busy during weekends, the waiter forgot to send up coffee the same time as the dessert. Other than these minor problems, every food is impeccable, good vegan choices. read more
Treating myself to a solo dinner can sometimes feel a little awkward, but the staff at Gramercy Tavern made me feel genuinely welcomed from the moment I sat down. It was easily the best service I've ever received at a restaurant. The burger lived up to the hype and is firmly in my top five, and the complimentary heirloom tomato salad completely blew me away. Everything was incredibly fresh, flavorful, and beautifully executed. As amazing as the food was, it's the hospitality that I'll remember most. read more
Had a lovely lunch here. We ate in the Tavern section, not the main restaurant, which was more informal, more crowded -- the table next to us was 4 people at a table that suited 2 -- and unfortunately the chairs were neither particularly stable nor comfortable. The service was impeccable and the food was very good. We split a citrus salad (very good), my friend had the special sandwich and soup, and I had the meatball -- yes, that's singular, one single meatball for $35. It was quite good. We split the citrus cake for dessert. The food was 5 stars. But with the price and crowding, I'm knocking it down to 4. read more
What a meal! Dare I say, the best I've had so far this year. I'm claiming that despite us only being halfway through the year. It's two days later and I'm still thinking about it. I was a few minutes early for my reservation. Early enough that I was given water while I waited by the front door where there happened to be some seating. I ended up being seated right behind the party of 3 who arrived after me. Since my resy was on the early side I was the first one seated in the dining room area. I was in the little corner & had a great view of the other side of the dining room, towards the front door. My choices were the following: Heirloom Tomatoes Ravioli Trout Pork loin Chocolate flan When I tell you, it was a lot of food. Before my actual meal even started, I was given some type of pastry that came with a dip. After my wine was served, my server dropped off a complimentary cucumber soup. It was super herby and refreshing. It certainly opened my palate. I inhaled course 1 so quickly which was the tomatoes and melon salad. The sweet potato bread that was served with it was so good I almost agreed to the offer for a second one. I'm so glad I opted not to. Next up was the ricotta ravioli that melted in my mouth like butter. I used the bread I had left to scoop up all the green stuff. I was starting to get full by the time the trout came, but I sure did eat the whole thing. I almost wanted to tap out halfway through the pork dish. I really should've ended with the belly since the loin was way easier to eat. The belly has always been my favorite despite the fat you gotta chew extra for. The last 3 bites really sent me over the edge. I could've left the last 2 bites sit on the plate, but I insisted on pushing on. My dessert choice which was the chocolate flan paired perfectly with the espresso I had no business ordering. I cleared that plate. I can confidently say every plate I was served was cleaned out. Not a single bite was left. Just as I thought it a feat to finish everything, I was given a to go treat, a blueberry pastry. Overall, the food was already at 10/10. My dining experience was made perfect by how impeccable the service was. Alison took such great care of me. I feel like we immediately got off on the right foot. The vibes vibed. She checked in just the right amount of times. I noticed when the floor manager huddled with certain staff I'm assuming to get updates. They were discreet and quick. Best of all, you couldn't hear what they were saying. I also have to commend every single person who came to my table to either drop off a dish, clear my table or clean up the mess I made. I felt compelled to say thank you each time. I walked out of here full and thankful. The second I got home, I hit the couch and passed out. I can't wait to be back in the city during a different season. I'm excited to see a different menu. read more
6 months ago
Came for a solo lunch and was pleased. I got the tavern burger and the chocolate chunk cookie. The burger was cooked at a perfect medium rare with swiss cheese and bacon served with chips and a burger sauce. I liked the chips a lot more than I expected to especially since they were cooked well done. The cookie was the star though and was so gooey good. Knowing that it was $12 I expected it to be big but it was HUGE. It's very sweet and soft. I loved that they served it with a shot of chocolate milk. Loved that were super welcoming to a solo diner! Their bar is also great for solo dining if you prefer that. Will definitely return. read more
I've been to the Tavern before and loved their burger so I was excited to try the 5-course tasting menu. The first three courses were great but the last two fell short. The lamb was tough and hard to eat and the pork loin/belly dish wasn't particularly memorable. Dessert (chocolate flan) also wasn't my favorite. Service and ambiance were still solid but overall the meal felt inconsistent. read more
came for restaurant week and it was a satisfying meal but not mindblowingly good. favorite dish was the lumache which was more al dente than most pasta ive had. tilefish and panna cotta were decent - all the dishes had a saucy base which provided a light complement of flavor. read more
2 months ago
Vibe/ambiance: the tavern is a timeless classic for any occasion; the dining room is a more formal area Service: attentive and personal Reservation: recommended Items ordered from Tavern Complimentary Foccacia was top notch I wish they sold it! 10/10 Heirloom tomato salad: 9/10 the fresh tomato + peach paired so well together Tavern burger: 9/10 - this was such a solid burger with well balanced flavors Cavatelli: 8/10 great acidity to the sauce, amazing chew / bite to the pasta Upside down peach: 9/10 Chocolate chip cookie: 8/10 Pineapple mini cake: 9/10 Items ordered from Dining Room: Hiramasa 8/10 Hay smoked gnocchi 8.2/10 Roasted bok choy 7/10 Sirloin 8.3/10 Apple tart 8.2/10 read more
Lunch at Gramercy Tavern was such a treat. We dined in the dining room and the whole experience felt special without being overly formal. I ordered the squash soup and the beet salad. Both dishes were beautifully balanced and full of flavor. The little snacks served alongside the meal were a lovely surprise and showcased some seriously delicious bread. Service was top notch, just as you'd expect. I'm already looking forward to coming back to the tavern, especially because I still need to try the burger everyone talks about. read more
4 months ago
Had a great table outside on a picture perfect day. Fantastic service and amazing food. The burger may be the best in Manhattan. They tend to cook them on the rarer side so if in doubt go for medium and it's probably more like a medium rare burger from other restaurants. It was juicy, savory, and divine. We also had a Greenmarket sour which was delicious and a green salad that was a nice starter. read more
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What's the dress code for dinner and sitting outside?
We were basically smart casual. I wore pants and a golf shirt. Decent shoes, not tennis. That would be acceptable.
What's the dipping sauce for the Bread?
How is the food in the Tavern (not dining room) and do they accept Apple Pay?
Food is consistently amazing. I have never had a bad meal there. They also take every major credit card including Apple Pay
Any need for reservations for the tavern side or is it pretty easy to walk in?
It depends on the time and the day. Early and week days no problem. Late night and weekends NO
Can you order off the a la carte menu at the dining room for dinner still?
No, the dinner menu is a tasting menu
Do you prefer dining room or tavern?
The dining room has much more professional service than the tavern.
Is there a dress code for the tavern room?
There weren't any posted during my brunch visit, but everyone was dressed casually. I would imagine dark jeans and casual shoes are appropriate at night.
Would it be frowned upon to bring a young well behaved toddler?
Does Gramercy Tavern offer a vegetarian tasting menu in its Dining room?
There seems to be only one tasting menu on their website. I would call the restaurant and ask them if they could have a vegetarian tasting menu for you. Restaurants often are willing to accommodate customers.
Do you need reservations for bar seating?
I don't think so but it's best to call the restaurant to be absolutely sure.
I can't seem to find he cost of the dinner tasting menu and if there's a wine option to add.?
$148.00 per person. Wine pairing is $85.00 per person.
Are dressy jeans okay here or should one wear dress slacks? What do the majority of male patrons wear?
Dark/dressy jeans are totally fine. You will mostly see men in sweaters or a button down with a couple people wearing a sport jacket.
Does the dining room offer an a la carte menu or only the tasting menus during dinner?
offers both.
Will there be any resturant week menus released?
GT doesn't participate in restaurant week. However, there menu changes all the time. You won't be disappointed!
Would a long, fitted, black dress be too dressy for the dining room?
No I think you would be fine. A little dressier than most people but to me anything goes!
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