I finally made it to Jean-Georges for lunch, and it was everything I hoped it would be. This two-Michelin-star New York icon has been on my list for years, but somehow I never made the time. Big mistake. Corrected. The restaurant sits at 1 Central Park West, right at Columbus Circle, which is one of those perfect Manhattan intersections where the city feels like it is showing off. Central Park is right there, Billionaires' Row rises in the distance, and the whole area has that cinematic New York energy that makes you briefly forget your inbox exists. Now, the one unfortunate detail: Jean-Georges is inside the Trump hotel. I hate that. Trump sucks so much that I almost canceled the reservation once I realized where it was. But I decided to give it a shot, and I am glad I did, because this was easily one of the best lunches I have ever had. But still, seeing his name in gaudy gold hits like bottom-shelf vodka and acid reflux. Moving past that, part of the experience feels almost speakeasy-like. Jean-Georges is tucked within its sister restaurant, Nougatine at Jean-Georges. They lead you through Nougatine and into a gorgeous, bright dining room washed in soft colors and natural light, with glass giving way to Central Park and the skyline beyond. Even at the height of lunch, there were never more than eight people in the room, which made the whole thing feel intimate, personal, and quietly special. The service was outstanding. Personal, attentive, polished, but never stiff. One server in particular, Carson, originally from Flower Mound, Texas, was fantastic. Warm, authentic, attentive, and genuinely fun to interact with. Plates arrived quickly and with intention, always positioned correctly and with care. The choreography was precise without feeling robotic, which is exactly the sweet spot. And the food? Stellar. As good as it gets, which is what you hope for from a two-star icon of the New York dining scene. The standouts were the Kanpachi with avocado, myoga ginger, and coconut-sudachi infusion, which was bright, delicate, and beautifully balanced. The Wagyu strip loin with creamed Swiss chard, maitake, and horseradish was rich, elegant, and deeply satisfying. And dessert, a dark chocolate composition with passion fruit, bitter caramel, and cocoa, paired with one of the best Brut Rosés I have ever had, was exquisite. That really sums up the whole lunch: exquisite without being stuffy. French technique and beauty were everywhere, both in the room and on the plate, but the experience never felt pretentious. It felt gracious, confident, and elegant. And then, in true French fashion, the final dessert course was completely over the top in the best possible way. They rolled out a cart filled with macarons, house-made marshmallows, petit fours, candies, caramels, and other tiny jewel-like treats. Each flavor was described in painstaking detail, ending with the most dangerous sentence in fine dining: "You can have whatever you want." I wanted all of them. In my mouth. Immediately. I settled for four small bites, which was more than enough, but also somehow not nearly enough. Jean-Georges has officially made its way onto my must-visit list in Manhattan. I loved it, and I cannot wait to go back. Follow me for more restaurant and cocktail bar reviews on Instagram at @bathboy.drinks. @jean_georgesnyc #JeanGeorges #JeanGeorgesNYC #NYCFineDining #MichelinStarDining #TwoMichelinStars #NYCRestaurants #NYCEats #ColumbusCircle #CentralParkWest #FrenchCuisine #FineDining #RestaurantReview #FoodReview #DessertCartDangerZone #BathboyDrinks read more

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Jean-Georges came highly recommended by multiple people, including my good friend, who absolutely loves this place. So, we decided to go for dinner before our show. I had the raspberry Bellini, lychee, lobster burger, squash salad, shrimp salad, and almond cake. Everything was good, but the lobster burger was definitely the highlight. It was recommended to me, and it did not disappoint! It's a small, pricey restaurant, but not overly pretentious or uppity.The staff was incredible and, in my opinion, really made the experience. The location is also very convenient and close to the subway. I would absolutely come back! read more

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Incredible ! They deserve 3 mich stars , more !! Ed "the red head" made the experience even more upscale. His photography skill was also out of this world. read more

My new favorite tasting menu. Was even better than the first time I went. All the proteins were perfectly cooked. Each course was well seasoned and flavorful. The black forest dessert was amazing. It could be a signature dish. It was beautifully plated and a perfect end to the dinner. Ed, our server was excellent and humorous. read more

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Enjoyed lunch today and it was spectacular. Should be a 3 star Michelin! I have eaten all over the world and this was one of the best meals ever! The service was refined and perfection to match. read more

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First off, if you make a reservation and Ed is working, ask for him! You won't be disappointed. He deserves a review all on his own. His service was like our own private show. He is witty, extremely knowledgeable of every single menu item, and HILARIOUS. Now, for the food. We went on a tasting menu night. Various options for different courses. You can sub out for other items on different menus, or add on. I chose the six course omnivore. I will let the pictures speak for themselves. It's a cozy, classy, but laid back setting. I would suggest wearing business casual attire. Men were in either suits or sport coats, and quarter zips. Women in dresses, pants suits, or similar. You won't beat the service here. It's an experience. You will find yourself liking dishes you might normally shy away from. Compliments to the chef, and Ed. read more

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Now this is what fine dining is.This, while being the most expensive michelin star ive been to, was hands down the best I've ever had. I tried the 10 course omnivore and the classic tasting menu. The amount of truffles, uni, and foie gras was enough to send me to heaven. The starts of the show had to have been the classics. The squab, tuna noodles, egg toast were the things I cant stop thinking about. The service, of course, impeccable. And I found out at the end of the course, the original lava cake was discovered by Jean Georges himself, so of course it was the most delectable lava cake i've had in my life. To top it all off, they roll over an unlimited dessert cart to you in the end, as if I didnt already run out of stomach space. Everyone also gets an almond cake to go at the end. Bonus points because their bathroom has the good soap and lotion. read more

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Came for late lunch , the place is beautiful and very fancy The menu is very diverse and the staff very professional, this is a very refined place and winter is the best time to be here . read more

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The best restaurant in NYC... hand down !!! My wife and I had an absolutely exceptional night at Jean-Georges. We started with cocktails that were inventive, balanced, and expertly mixed -- a perfect way to begin. I enjoyed the 10-course tasting menu and my wife took the 6-course tasting menu; both were impeccably executed. Every course arrived precisely when it should have -- beautifully plated, thoughtful in flavor combination, and with terrific attention to texture and seasoning. A few standouts for us were a pristine seafood course and a perfectly cooked protein course, and the desserts were elegant without being heavy. Service here is an art form. The staff were superb -- choreographed and on top of every detail without ever feeling intrusive. From the hostess to the servers and runners, timing and coordination were flawless; plates were explained succinctly, the pacing never rushed, and refills/wine attention felt effortless. The dining room itself is elegant and modern with large windows that frame Central Park/Columbus Circle -- great for a special evening. Is it pricey? Yes -- but for the level of food, presentation, and service it felt like a worthy splurge. Perfect for anniversaries, and celebrations. Practical tips: book well in advance, request a window table if you want the view, and allow a couple of hours for the full tasting experience. I took us about 3 hours. Bottom line: phenomenal cocktails, world-class tasting menus, and staff who run a flawless dining choreography -- for us, easily one of the best restaurants in New York City. Highly recommended. read more

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Jean-Georges delivers a masterclass in fine dining. From the moment you're seated at a table under glowing ceiling lights, you're in for something special. The space is serene--huge windows frame trees and sky, while the floral arrangements and soft-spoken staff create a calm, elegant atmosphere. The food? Next level. They offered us an amuse bouche of Tasmanian trout and a spring pea-Parmesan fritter which were both light and refreshing. They also imported their butter from France and served it with a variety of fresh bread. We chose the 3 savoury + 1 dessert tasting menu as a pair, so we tried 8 different items. Course 1 Foie gras: 10/10. The best I've had--umami-rich with mango-tamarind and pineapple tajin. Unexpectedly nostalgic to another fatty food, bone marrow, I used to have as a child. Yellowfin tuna: Fresh and well-prepared, though I wanted more acidity. Course 2 Dumpling in sour cream sauce--savory, creamy, balanced. Gulf shrimp was also great but not as memorable for me Course 3 Duck: Perfectly crisped skin, deeply umami. 10/10. Wagyu: Also a knockout. Broccoli and cheese sauces added richness and an esthetically bright citrus contrast. 10/10 Course 4 Comté cheese aged for several years was delicious Deconstructed black forest cake was an interesting blend of flavours although I would have loved more actual cake The restaurant experience was topped with gifted desserts at the end of the meal which were a lineup of chocolates and bonbons. Every detail felt intentional and elevated without trying too hard. Worth the splurge. read more

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I think out of all high-end restaurants, this place has the most comfortable staff and services, as it makes me feel like I'm eating in my house, and the conversations with the staffs aren't as stiff compared to other restaurants of similar tier. I had their regular 10-course omnivore tasting menu, and they've offered to replace the dessert on my menu to another dessert on another menu. Here's my opinion on each one of the courses: 1. Amuse Bouche: each one has its own flavor, and they are mainly buttery and a bit salty without being too extreme. 10/10. 2. Egg Toast: It does have some toasty and smoky flavor similar to one of the amuse bouche, along with the saltiness from the caviar, it makes the dish flavorful. 8/10. 3. Amberjack ceviche: I think this is mostly veggie with a bit of fruity flavor. It balanced out the previous dish, but alone would be average. 7/10. 4. Yellowfin tuna: I think it's cooked differently from how I was used to, which makes this dish a little bit bland, but I wouldn't mind it considering the previous dishes are of different flavors, which makes this balance out. 6/10. 5. Heirloom tomato: a bunch of fresh fruity flavor is coming out from this dish, with a bit of sweetness from the tomato. 7/10. 6. Scamorza Dumplings: pretty average, similar to a homemade dish, but you can taste the highlights from each of the ingredients in the dish. 8/10. 7. Black sea bass: Very nice juicy flavors from the fish, and the bass is tender. 8.5/10. 8. Maine Lobster: pretty much a dish that I was used to when eating lobster, and possibly out of all dining places I've been to, the best cooked lobster I've had. I'm not a fan of the side dish pairings with the lobster though. 8/10. 9. Hudson Valley Foie Gras: my favorite dish, which had the sides balance out with the foie gras and gave it a pop of sweetness and souriness as a flavor. 10/10. 10. Wagyu Striploin: the side dishes with the juicy wagyu makes each flavor from the ingredients pop out. 9.5/10. 11. Fig ice cream: Very fruity flavor from the ice cream 7/10. The staff at the end came out with the dessert cart, which comes with champagne gummy bear, all sorts of different chocolates and cookies, and also tea. Overall, a comfortable experience! 7.8/10 for the food, and 10/10 for the service! read more

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Came here for my birthday dinner and I can confidently say this is THE BEST fine dining / Michelin star restaurant I've EVER been to in my life. And I've been to a fair share of fine dining / Michelin star restaurants globally. To start off, service was literally IMPECCABLE. Like I know Michelin star fine dining restaurants are held to a high standard for service but omg the service was just... next level. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted warmly by the hostess, who guides you to your seat. The servers are all sooooo knowledgeable and witty. I made a mess trying to eat my egg toast, and they swiftly came to cover up the mess. Also I adoredddd the personal touch they added with a birthday card, birthday cake, and a little goodie bag with pastries for the next morning. Things like this make a restaurant experience go from just "amazing" to "a truly life changing experience". Ambience is also just PERFECTION. Love how spaced out the seatings are. The seats are sooo cushiony and comfortable. The large windows are also amazing--- I loved how I was able to experience the restaurant when it was still light out, when the sun was setting, and when it got dark. The interior is literally like a chameleon. I definitely recommend coming here for dinner to be able to get the whole experience. And where do I start with the food. We got the 10-course omnivore tasting menu and everything was PERFECTION. I've been to quite a few Michelin star places where some dishes are amazing, but others are meh. Here, LITERALLY EVERYTHING was chefs kiss... there's nothing I would change about the menu!! Do note though that 10 course is.... Definitely a challenge when you don't have a big appetite. Next time, I might have to opt for the 6 course instead. - Amuse Bouche: 10000/10 (as an Asian that's used to good sushi, I'm very critical about sushi in non-Asian restaurants but the one here was amazing. The zucchini was soooo flavorful too and the uni was just mouthwateringly good. You can tell they use good uni, because it's sweet and not bitter.) - Egg toast: 100/10 (this thing is packed with caviar!! It's amazing but also soooo hard to eat!! DO NOT repeat my mistake and attempt to bite down on it.. please just have it in one bite, or cut it first) - Japanese snapper: 10000/10 (first off this dish is just beautiful to look at. It's also refreshing and sooo good... perfect to eat after the relatively heavier egg toast) - Yellowfin tuna: 1000000/10 (some of the best tuna appetizer I've ever had. Love the slightly creamy and citrusy sauce) - Heirloom tomato: 10/10 (loved the fresh tomato!!! This really reminded me of the tomato appetizer I had in Soil, which is a Michelin 1 star restaurant in Athens) - Kabocha Squash: 10000/10 (magnificent plating.. just look at how the plate created the shadows! The swish itself was also amazing, especially when paired with the truffles) - Maine lobster: 1000000/10 (I was already so full by this course but omg the lobster.... Best lobster I've ever had. Cooked to perfection and the sauce was soooo good) - Foie gras: 1000000000/10 (literally this was a life changing foie gras dish. Looks small, but don't be fooled by its size... it's super heavy and decadent!!) - Duck breast: 10000000000000/10 (tbh I could barely eat at this point but the duck was literally the BEST duck I've ever had in my LIFE. The Sichuan sauce really added a nice kick) - Passion fruit flower: 1000/10 (amazing presentation and amazingly tangy and creamy flavor) - Chocolate cake: 1000/10 (sooo rich and sooo good) - Dessert cart: 10000/10 (some of the best marshmallow and chocolate I've had in a while) Finally, we HAVE to talk about the wine!!! The sommelier was amazing-- he had really good recommendations and did an amazing job decanting the wine. read more

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Astoundingly good food in one of the classiest interiors in Manhattan, with terrific service. 5 star food: Jean-Georges has a master chef at the helm. The food is always inventive and usually pretty amazing. 5 star ambience: there are few places in NyC with this level Of food with an interior and outdoor view this beautiful. Big plate glass windows look right out onto Central Park 5 star service: servers are almost ninjas here. They're smiling and glide in and out like a choreographed ballet. read more

Jean-Georges - French Near Me - New York, New York

Incredible dinner experience! The staff were all so engaging and made our journey through the menu unforgettable. We did add the egg toast as an additional plate and I could eat only that everyday! It's a must. The wine selection was fantastic, exactly what we asked for. Unique flavor combinations such as sweet corn and pasta, were a wonderful culinary surprise. read more

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Outstanding pre fixe lunch in one of the most beautiful dining rooms in Manhattan. Nothing here is lacking, diners will taste the essence of French cooking in every dish. Most notable here was the Peking Duck. It's impossible--impossible--to prepare it like this at home. I also tried the bass and steak but the duck was the best. If you're coming to New York for a limited time, lunch at Jean-Georges has to be near the top of your list. If your budget is approaching the "unlimited" level, consider Le Bernardin as an alternative. At Le Bernardin, big eaters can draw from a much more substantial a la carte menu (which is very much seafood forward) and also enjoy a huge selection of juices. read more

We like JG. Easy, convenient, good solid food. We always get the chicken- must have. The butternut squash soup is to die for

The best high end dining in NYC. Everything was impeccable. Service, food, table setting, decor, and ambiance. Well worth it for a splurge. Lunch is back! Highly recommend it. Dress up and enjoy it all. read more

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I've been to a 3 star Michelin in Napa/Sonoma, but this experience at Jean-Georges blew it out of the water. An absolute bucket list item I can't wait to repeat again and again. The food was absolute PERFECTION, to die for. Coming from Santa Barbara, the Amuse-bouche starting with Santa Barbara Uni was just the cherry on top! Every single bite got better one after the other. The space is intimate and unpretentious as was the excellent service! This is the second 2 star Michelins that we've been to and both far surpassed the food from the 3 star. It leaves one to wonder if the focus on the food rather than the pomp and circumstance is the aim for such an epic dining experience. We will be back again and again! Worth every penny! read more

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Jean-Georges acclaimed restaurant is set in such an elegant dining room that's a haven from the chaos of columbus circle outside. I had the lunch six-course meal, started off with staff being so friendly and inviting with engaging small talk as well and made me feel at home. The dining room has tall ceilings and windows with nice views of the Columbus circle and skyscrapers along 5th avenue. Seats were very comfortable. The lunch menu started off with amuse bouche - sashimi and cheese/truffle fritter - both had gentle but deep tastes to start lunch and build anticipation, personally preferred the sushi more. Next was the notable egg toast - outstanding with soft, delicious egg yolk, so flavorful with brioche balanced by saltiness from caviar (coming from someone who normally doesn't like caviar). The yellowfin tuna was fine, not much of an impact but perhaps from unfortunately following the egg toast. Hudson valley foie gras went fantastic with cranberry sauce and was soft and gentle but with excellent contrasting textures with kinako. The tautog was my second favorite dish huge impact of flavors. The duck breast was cooked perfectly with juicy, tender meat and crispier skin, balanced by different sauces. Finally the apple confit was such a fun dish to eat by first "smashing" on the pumpkin, contrasting soft and crunchy textures but not too much sweetness as I normally would like for dessert. The bread had slightly salty butter with fresh taste, airy with crunchy skin. Overall a great lunch, perhaps a bit overpriced for amount of food but so tasty. Would definitely return to try the dinner full course! read more

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Celebrated my anniversary here recently. With a restaurant of this caliber and price point, you expect perfection across food, ambiance, & service and I feel like this place delivered. It's not the best meal I've ever had and there were some dishes I enjoyed more than others, but overall this was a true experience that I would recommend, especially if you're celebrating something or someone special. Some things to consider: -There were 4 tasting menu options when we went: 6 course, 6 course (vegetarian), 10 course, and a special after the original debut years ago. We opted for the 10 course. -10 course is said to take 3-3.5 hours and it's true. We were there for about 4 hours! They do a spectacular job pacing the food - we didn't feel rushed and yet the 4 hours flew by. -There is no wine pairing option, but the waiters are super knowledgeable so if you let them know you want to do something similar to a wine pairing they have great recs based on the menu. Food: I won't go through each course, but I left stuffed. The price point is high ($398 / person for 10 courses), but it's actually a pretty good deal all things considered. It might be the most generous portion sizes I've had for a tasting menu! I thought the dishes were unique and inventive, but elevated and without trying too hard to be "cool". Some favorites were the Heirloom Tomato's, Eylsian Field Lamb, and Black Forest dessert. They also have a little dessert cart with mini desserts - you get to choose as many as you like. Such a cute touch. They also gave us a free cake with candles for our anniversary- definitely a personable touch I appreciated. And they send you home with a mini loaf of almond bread, so good! read more

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We had a wonderful birthday celebration here. Service was topnotch, thoughtful, professional, detailed. Dinner was great in general, much more asian flavor inspired than I expected. My fav of the night was the Lobster Dumpling, the lemongrass flavor stands out (if I rmb right) Love that you can choose different menu, and there's Cocktail options. read more

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Wonderful experience with beautiful flavors. Excellent service. Loved every bite. I highly recommend this restaurant.

Everything was perfect - the service, the ambiance, every single dish and the dessert cart. The perfect evening with friends! read more

Jean-Georges - Dessert cart - French Near Me - New York, New York

We enjoyed the six-course tasting lunch, which was truly exquisite -- each dish was delicate, beautifully prepared, and well deserving of the restaurant's two Michelin stars. That said, I was surprised that Jean-Georges' six-course tasting menu did not include an optional wine pairing. Bread service also felt inconsistent: a plate with three types of bread was placed in the center of the table, but when it was finished, no additional bread was offered, and the empty plate with crumbs remained for some time before being cleared. The butter was so good, I would have eaten more bread if I had been offered more. The service overall was very friendly, though somewhat more relaxed than what I would typically expect at a Michelin-starred restaurant. For example, when we arrived at 12:30 p.m., my friend remarked on how lovely the venue was and jokingly said she could happily stay until midnight. The response we received -- that we could stay until 4 p.m., after which we would need to move to the bar and might hear the vacuum as staff prepared for dinner service -- while delivered kindly, felt a little less polished than anticipated. Additionally, my wine glass was left empty on two occasions before being refilled. The venue itself is beautiful, and the food was exceptional. With a slightly more professional and refined approach to service, the overall experience could have matched the outstanding standard set by the cuisine and venue of a Michelin star restaurant. read more

Beautiful interior and views, especially watching the sun set. Great for celebrations. Delicious food and good service. Great experience.

Most recent visit a surprisingly divergent experience to fine French inspired dining. Overwhelming seasonings on several dishes of the 10 course tasting menu left little recognition of the underlying food type. Service staff was absolutely impeccable. Wine service was delicious. Cellar offerings overwhelming. Sommeliers very knowledgeable and helpful. Chef needs to tone down his creations as several of my dinner guests were unsettled after leaving the restaurant. Wife insisted we would not be returning. read more

This is by far my most favorite Michelin Star restaurant. The food, service and atmosphere is outstanding! read more

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Went there for the ten course tasting menu and it was magnificent! The butter is worth dying; that sea trout over crispy sushi set the tone of what we should be expecting. Never have I had such caviar; it's every caviar lover's dream come true. The only dish I wasn't a fan is the Foie Gras due to the pairing of the sweet pineapple sauce.... Doesn't match well. The chocolate trolley at the end was such a pleasant surprise, and we enjoyed each and every one of those. Our server is the lovely Elizabet, amazing overall experience and her knowledge to each items is truly outstanding. read more

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Wow, we really had a nice evening at Jean-Georges. Been on my list to come here for a while and it didn't disappoint. Roger, our server, was excellent and made some great recommendations. We did the 10 course tasting and enjoyed every morsel. Service, ambiance, food - all top notch. Definitely deserving of it's 2 Michelin stars. I also highly recommend having the Chocolate Martini, it's a very unique take on it. read more

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What an incredible night. We celebrated our 5 year wedding anniversary and it was everything you could imagine. The service was impeccable. Never overbearing yet super attentive. The dining room is simple, elegant and timeless. But the food. The food was out of this world. Delicious food that pleases the eyes as well as the tastebuds. Gorgeous presentation and placement as well. read more

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Amazing restaurant, one of the best in NY, each dish was to die for. Service is outstanding and the ambiance with the view of Central Park.

The food was excellent for the most part. Atmosphere was a little stuffy, don't get me wrong it was nice. All the men were wearing dinner jackets and the ladies were dressed. We came in from work and felt a little under dressed. Shrimp Cocktail was actually horrible, slimy and old. We did not eat more than two bites. The soup was excellent, simply cooked chicken excellent, burger excellent, simply cooked fish was great, sashimi plate was outstanding. The rhubarb pie was to die for and passion fruit tart was delicious. The service was very good and we would go back. read more

Been a while since I gave a 5 star review, but this was so deserving!! Food and service were amazing. We ordered the 6 course menu for $298pp. Each dish was unique with creative flavors and everything worked very well. I also loved the asian influence on the dishes. One of my favorite fine dining restaurants for sure! read more

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Good food great atmosphere and good service. Really great views. Good walk a well as location. read more

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We went for Sunday brunch during NYC restaurant week. Their menu was just perfect in terms portions for a prix fix menu.. flavors of the dishes were outstanding. Loved the unique combination of flavors and textures chef used to elevate each dish.. even the colors in each dish were beautiful.. each plate was a work of art! we got a table facing the central park and it was perfect. Their burrata appetizer that comes with toasted bread was heavenly and so was their entree with crispy chicken... service was really good too.. our server had great recommendations for drinks.. they do customize their drinks and made them 'skinny' (less sugary) version as I wanted. The only small hiccup in service was they forgot to give us the package of left over food. Would definitely visit again. It offers the Michelin star experience we were expecting. Highly recommended read more

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Was taken here by my family for my High School Graduation. The restaurant is beautifully designed and laid out. Serene and calm atmosphere is lovely. Relaxing, enjoyable and decadent. The food was inventive and of the highest quality. The servers and staff were wonderful and attentive. Impeccable experience!!! read more

John-Georges was a disappointment. I can see why they lost their star--service was subpar, and the food was just plain blah. Nothing stood out, and the overall experience felt underwhelming. read more

This place is one of my favorite restaurants to come to every time I visit New York. Beautiful venue with delicious food and the little additional touches of amuse bouche, petite fours and marshmallows just make you feel like you're getting extra treatment. read more

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Perfection, thy name is Jean-Georges. Had the pleasure of dining here for a birthday dinner and the entire experience was outstanding. Service was lovely and solicitous, and the food was absolutely divine. Had to experience the 10-course tasting since it was a special occasion, although I think the 6- course may be more fitting to the size of my stomach. . .but I honestly have no regrets. Favorite course was by far the foie gras, which was sweet, savory, absolutely unforgettable. Everything, though, was so next-level -- I considered asking to pack the butter from the bread course, it was so good. Took the little sweets home because we were so full by the end and found that they also send everyone home with some lovely pastry/bread, which, with coffee the next am, is the perfect way to lengthen the experience. Truly a fine-dining experience that is one of the best in the city. read more

This review is long overdue, mostly because I didn't think this world-class restaurant needed another five-star review, from me. Nevertheless, decided to take a walk down memory lane as this place is near and dear to my heart. The first time we came to JG was to celebrate my 24th birthday. It was our first Michelin star experience, and we absolutely shot for the moon as JG was a 3-star back then. The experience was nothing short of spectacular - from food to service to ambiance. The most memorable part was the dessert, which can be best described as a magical wonderland - and I'm not one to exaggerate - and till this day remains one of my utmost fondest culinary memories. We actually described it to our server when we visited this time, and he knew exactly what we were referring to and lamented with us that sadly it was taken off the menu quite a while back. This time, we mulled over where to celebrate my 30th birthday. Despite of all the upscale restaurants NYC has to offer and our penchant for new experiences, we decided to go back to JG with little hesitation. We opted for the 10-course omnivore tasting menu, and it exceeded all expectations - which, I should mention, have grown much higher over the past 6 years. While JG still maintained top-tier quality of food and service, I did notice that its ambiance seemed less stuffy than I'd remembered, which definitely made our experience much more enjoyable. I'd recommend JG for all special occasions. read more

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