Absolutely lovely experience at Le Jardinier for Restaurant Week. We had a reservation for a group of 5 and were seated promptly on a Monday evening. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was a beautiful room nestled on busy 52nd street and Lexington. It feels like I was walking into a floral sanctuary. I really liked the decor and the zen it made me feel the second I walked in.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We sat at a round table, which was very comfortable with pillows for your back. The 3 of us who sat at the couch refused to get up as it was so comfortable![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] First for the wine menu, there was a section on the wine menu that had 50% off wines, however they were all reds! It was such a hot summer day, so instead I ordered a bottle of white wine from Italy, which was delicious. I did not try but I did tempt myself with the smell, and it had a beautiful floral and crispy note. Which I know was perfect for the light dishes we were able to enjoy from the RW menu. For the RW menu, we tried many of the dishes. From the apps, we had the ceviche de daurade (which many of my group mentioned was absolutely delicious with a lemon/citrus flavor!), tuna tartare (which was good, and portion was large, note this was an $10 add on) and I had the Coral Souffle (which was a light dish with shrimp and cheese souffle, I loved it! and was dunking the amazing homemade bread in the sauce) For our mains, we had the Poulet roti, herbed ricotta ravioli, grilled tuna and the Spaghetti au Homard (which was what I ordered). I tried the ravioli and it was delicious! It was a light ricotta and felt so airy. And for my lobster spaghetti, amazing! There was so much bisque left in the dish that I was drinking up the sauce like soup! And the desserts, both of the options were delicious! Very light and was not too sweet. Overall, I highly recommend Le Jardinier especially for this great RW deal! However, do note there are add-ons! Which made our check more expensive. read more

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Food: 4 Decor: 4 Service: 4 Came here for summer restaurant week. 3 COURSE MENU (60 PER GUEST) PÂTÉ EN CROÛTE, chicken, veal, duck, apricot chutney ~3/5. Nicely plated and flavor was good, but felt like something was missing. Above average pate en croute. SPAGHETTI AU HOMARD, Maine lobster, anise flavored bisque, cherry tomato, tarragon +25 ~4/5. Tasty and lobster was cooked nicely. SABAYON CARAMEL, white chocolate ice cream, cocoa nibs, Valrhona guanaja chocolate ~3/5. Nice presentation, but thought it was just okay. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Overall, thought it was okay. Nice plating, decent flavors, and good service.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]First of all, I love all the greenery. I think it was fake but I loved the vibe, very fresh and... garden-like![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service was excellent. Our waitstaff was very attentive and I never ran out of water. Our main server was sometimes hard to track down but the rest were on top of it! We did a prix fixe and four course menu. The prix fixe seemed like it was made for my palate with fresh fish, lots of veg, and carrot cake. There were too many dishes to name individually but here are some thoughts: --presentation was spot on! Gorgeous plates. --I ate the first anchovy I've ever liked here in an amuse. Bravo! --my favorites were the raw tuna rolls, the zucchini velute pasta, the seafood ravioli, and the filet. The husband loved the crispy egg dish, the tuna, and the filet. --my duck was very very chewy and difficult to cut and eat --the halibut was perfectly cooked --the desserts were phenomenal and my husband especially loved the caramel dessert with an espresso martini on the side Overall a fun meal! read more

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Great food great service. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The seating is very comfy and neat.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Love the marble decor with all plants around.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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The food beautifully mirrors this serene atmosphere. The focus on seasonal ingredients and light, clean flavors shines through in every course, making the meal indulgent without feeling heavy. From the colorful presentations to the phenomenal dessert every bite was flawless. The staff is warm, attentive, and knowledgeable. It is easily one of the best fine-dining experiences in NYC. read more

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Feb 3, 2026-My Winter Restaurant Week Lunch. 3 courses. ($45-AMAZING!!). One of the most delightful and DELICIOUS and BEAUTIFUL meals I have ever enjoyed. ANYWHERE! Works of art on a plate. IF HEAVEN HAS A RESTAURANT, IT WOULD BE EXACTLY LIKE LE JARDINIER. TOTALLY WONDERFUL, IN EVERY WAY. A very respectful standing ovation for Michelin starred Chef Alain Verzeroli who is Culinary Director for The Bastion Collection, of which Le Jardinier is a part of. AND, a respectful standing ovation as well, for every person at Le Jardinier who helped make my restaurant week lunch so very wonderful !! Thank you to the talented, caring, hardworking staff in the kitchen who truly prepared WORKS OF ART!! FROM THE VISUAL PRESENTATION TO THE TASTEBUDS. I'll give you the details but, if you're fortunate enough to read this and it's still WINTER RESTAURANT WEEK, GRAB YOUR PHONE AND MAKE A RESERVATION!!! Now!!! And, if you missed restaurant week, you should still dine here as soon as you can, because it is sublime! Thank you to the welcoming hostess (phone & in person) Thank you to the servers and front of house staff for impeccable service!! IF HEAVEN HAS A RESTAURANT-THIS WOULD BE IT. The service is excellent, not obtrusive, but absolutely there for you when you need anything. THE FOOD-OMG!!!! Every morsel of food was wonderful. I loved all of it. Here's what I ate: Complimentary Amuse Bouche-LOVED THIS!! It was carrot based--I Love CARROTS!! A sabayon texture of wonderful flavors; carrot, thought possibly a hint of pumpkin or cinnamon....I just know I loved it and I enjoyed the bottom prize of yummy, tiny, diced carrots. Mmmm, what a DELIGHTFUL START TO MY MEAL. Thank you! Appetizer-colorful Beet Salad, w/burata...thin round slices of beets, with little surprises of citrus and more. Bread Basket and butter-Yum!! (Photos) Entree-Oooooh!!! So soft, so flavorful, Beef Cheeks, w/polenta purée and root vegetables. OMG!!! So good!! Use that bread to enjoy all of the delicious sauce...when you've finished the beef cheeks and see some sauce and polenta left, you will want every last bit. I noticed at the next table, when their plates were being taken away that they had done the same thing. LOL. I was so focused on my delicious food, I did not glance over at the next table during my meal. Dessert- OMG!!! Caramel Sabayon with white and dark chocolate and a delightful yummy surprise inside (ice cream!) . Loved this, LOVED ALL OF MY LUNCH. See photos. read more

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We haven't been back since our disappointing experience last time but decided to give it a try again and we also took our 2 kids (age 10 and 8) there this time for their winter restaurant week. Their restaurant week menu was one of the most affordable and worth going for in the city, it was $60 for a 3 course meal and I was pleasantly surprised by the generous portion that was given. We were also given 4 choices to choose from for the 1st and 2nd course while some may have additional supplemental costs. I opted for the Maine scallops as my first course and the scallops were big, aromatic, and cooked to perfection. The acid from the orange reduction helped lightened the dish making it the perfect starter course. My son ordered the cured hamachi and even though it didn't work out very well last time I had that dish, I noticed a subtle difference this time and the citrus broth was much more flavorful this time. My daughter ordered their heirloom beet salad which is beautifully plated. It was almost too pretty to eat. The beets were fresh and it was delicious when paired with the creamy Burrata. I think I loved the beet salad the most and would definitely order it again. I ordered the pork tenderloin for my second course. The meat was tender, juice, and cooked to a perfect medium which is how I like it. However, I did find the sauce a little too salty when eaten alone but was perfect when eaten with the apple as the acid helped balance out the saltiness. I just wish there's 1 more slice of apple instead of one. My kids ordered their salmon which both of them enjoyed very much. The salmon was moist, tender, buttery but I just wish the skin was crispier. To my surprise, both of them said the highlight was the broccolini which unfortunately I didn't get to try because both of them devoured everything before I got to it. For the dessert, I ordered the hazelnut mousse tarte. Their desserts were always well executed and this is no exception. I really enjoyed the combination of flavors and balance of textures. The hazelnut's richness was balanced out by the bergamot creme and vice versa so it wasn't too sweet or too sour. The tarte itself was crunchy and flaky, which I enjoyed eating against the mushy mousse. We also received much better service this time. Our servers took their time to explain each dish to us and they were definitely more attentive compared to last time. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Overall, we really enjoyed our experience this time and am glad they've improved which the last time we went. It is very children friendly so we would definitely be back with our kids soon.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Came here for dinner on Friday during NYC Restaurant Week. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place was exactly what we were looking for... Elegant, romantic, and lush atmosphere![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place was less busy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service and food were amazing! The food was fresh and came out fast. We started our meal with a refreshing amuse-juice. The Maine scallops were cooked perfectly and were delicious. The Heirloom Beet Salad had a good mix of flavors. The Carolina Gold Rice Risotto was hearty and satisfying. The berries gave the dessert a fresh taste and kept it from feeling too heavy. Their menu offers a variety of choices, including options that are gluten free, dairy free, and soy free. We would definitely come back again and highly recommend you give this place a try if you are in Midtown East. read more

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Highly recommend for a Michelin quality lunch (or dinner, but I had lunch). We got the 3 course pre-fixe lunch option (winter lunch menu), but I will say, the portions are filling so we could've gotten away with just 2 for lunch (but no regrets). [[HIGHLIGHT]]Service was excellent and the space was lovely.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We each started with the Beef Tartare & the Yellowtail -- wow. The tartare was very elegant and had a cohesive creaminess to it that really brought it together. The Tuna was in a citrus/orange broth that was really flavorful and complimented the tuna rolls exceptionally well. Would get both of these again, no question. We then moved on to the Ricotta Agnolotti & the Scallops. The Agnolotti had notes of squash in the broth and foam, so good this time of year. The Scallops were probably the best scallops I've ever had ... you have to get this. Also with notes of squash in the sauce, the scallops were cooked to perfection and accompanied with a whipped potato element that was so tasty. Then we moved on to the entree course with the Steelhead Trout & the Lobster Bisque. Again, personally we probably could've stopped at this point, but I'm glad we didn't for the Bisque ... this thing is filled with Lobster and had one of the best bisque's that I've ever had -- exceptional, but very filling so be warned. The trout tasted good, but if there was one dish I would change it would be this. While it had plenty of flavor, it got a bit stale halfway through. All in all, fantastic meal. read more

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We love this place so much that we visit every time we come to NYC. There are tons of amazing restaurants in New York and many with Michelin stars, but none as wonderful on every level as Le Jardinier! A few things set this Michelin starred restaurant apart: 1. The service is the best! We met David last night and he was delightful. He gave us some recommendations for other places to try, which was nice. Our favorite staff member came by a few times to chat. She's the sweetest! Everyone makes you feel welcomed. 2. The chef is more than happy to accommodate for dietary restrictions even when choosing the 6 course tasting menu, which you should choose! They make their own amazing gluten-free bread. It's better than anywhere else! The adjustments to the menu do not take anything away from the amazing experience. 3. The food is just so good! Everything is cooked to perfection and the accompaniments layer the flavors so well. Try a complete bite of every dish. [[HIGHLIGHT]]While this is a beautiful, high-end establishment, it's not stuffy at all.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We love it here and will keep coming! read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]This is beautifully decorated.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The staff is warm and welcoming. The food was ok. Portions were very small for $78 prefix. read more

Le Jardinier - Octopus - French Near Me - New York, New York

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We had an excellent time. For a party of 6, each with different dietary restrictions and various asks--two vegetarian and a vegan), one person only drinking not dining, three people who wanted to order the RW menu while two wanted to order only a la carts--they were able to accommodate everything we asked for. Service was nearly seamless. I was most impressed by their sommelier's recommendations, from sparkling to red, he had us covered. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Upon walking in, you get the sense that this is a midtown business lunch/dinner spot, and it probably is to a degree, but it's still a great place for group that's a little more casual in intention.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]In terms of ambiance, the only thing I wish is that they had some very light music going, classical, maybe some light jazz, or melodic EDM, I think that would really ratchet it up to a perfect environment.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food was good. The portion sizes are definitely small. The saffron risotto was good, but just a touch bland; I think it could have benefited from a dash of lemon or salt, but I feel that way from a lot of risotto, so that's likely just my preference. I found the triangoli subtle and flavorful. Regardless, everything feels and tastes fresh and the Gardener's influence is certainly felt. IMO, the best way to enjoy the menu is to order a few things and share. Located in, but really around the corner from the Selene read more

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Visited again for RW lunch. The food still didn't disappoint, it was just $45 per person which can't be beat! Most of the dishes I had were the same as last time with the same quality, especially the risotto which continues to be my favorite one of the bunch. One quick note: the last time I came here was for a regular Wednesday dinner and we were one of only 5 tables by the time we left. This time it was packed for lunch, and while the staff were definitely busy and running around, they continued to offer great service so kudos to them! read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Le Jardinier is a beautiful vibey spot.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I came here for restaurant week and we were seated upstairs. The menu featured an appetizer, main, and dessert for $65 a person. Personally I was the most excited to try the appetizers but wasn't too blown away by them. The burrata was fresh but a little light in seasoning for me and the pork belly felt a bit thick. However, the salmon was phenomenal. I love a restaurant that doesn't overcook their fish and the combination with the texture provided by the roe was excellent. My sister, who's generally a bit of a pickier eater, even loved it too. The desserts were also yum. The cremeux featured four different layers including caramel and ice cream which was a nice surprise. Overall the food was pretty good but definitely on the pricier side. I did expect to be more blown away. read more

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The fresh bread basket was the highlight of the meal. The duck was made exceptionally well, and the other courses were delicious as well. Each were plated beautifully. There are some seasonal dishes that we see change on the menu every time we come. Reservations aren't hard to get -- truly a hidden gem! read more

Le Jardinier - French Near Me - New York, New York

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Quiet and dim restaurant[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] with excellent service and delicious French food. Everything was amazing. read more

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Sorry to say the food is very good but the prices have gotten very high and not reasonable when a bass fish is $72. Yes everything is nicely prepared but not when entrees are so expensive. The service is good but not as good as it had been in the past when prices were 40% lower. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Finally a place with proper service, cleanliness, nice environment, and good food![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Other @michelinguide restaurants in NYC should learn from them! Would gladly revisit in the future. read more

Le Jardinier - Bread basket - French Near Me - New York, New York

As usual, food was exquisite and breathtakingly presented. Service was excellent, and [[HIGHLIGHT]]ambiance/decor was stunning.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] One of my all time favorite restaurants, I could (and do) come here over and over again! read more

We had a reservation for a weekday lunch for restaurant week. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The interior is beautiful with plenty of natural lighting and plants.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service was attentive, although there was a bit of a wait between the appetizer and main course. I ordered the pork belly, salmon, and the summer peach tart, and my friend ordered the gazpacho, duck confit tagliatelle, and the chocolate cremeux. The plating was beautiful, but the pork belly and salmon were a tad overcooked. The portions were good, and for the price I would go back. read more

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I would give this 3.5 stars. They forgot our bread (we had to ask for it) and the duck confit did not wow me. The crispy pork belly dish was a good idea in theory but really tough and dry to chew. They kept trying to clean our plates when we clearly were not done. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance and decor is nice and the desserts were lovely.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Le Jardinier - French Near Me - New York, New York

Came here to celebrate my daughter's last day of work. Her office is right across the street. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Atmosphere inside was very nice, tables not too close together.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Food was delicious and service was great. Will definitely come back. read more

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The food was delicious as was the presentation. The 4 stars is for the food only. We didn't enjoy the cold bread they gave us. We also got a later lunch reservation at 1:45pm and we definitely felt rushed. My friend was running late and I was told kitchen orders need to go in before 2:00pm which was fine except they wanted to take our orders well before 2:00pm. They serve the appetizer at 2:03pm before my friend even got there so the food was sitting on the table while I waited. This would have been a 5 star meal if service was better. read more

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Came here with friend for dinner.Absolutely a gem that perfectly balances sophistication and comfort. Love its sleek, modern interior design. The lush greenery integrated into the decor creates an atmosphere that feels like dining in an elegant indoor garden.Such an ideal spot for an intimate dinner or a stylish celebration. Each dish is well presented and flavorful. The vibrant colors and artful plating were aesthetically pleasing. The ingredients were fresh and the depth of flavor elevated the dining experience. The service was attentive and we enjoyed our conversation with the waitress. Definitely will come back! read more

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This place has been one of my all time favorite restaurants in the city! And this is not even my second time here, but decide to write another review after many visits! Their foods are consistently GOOD! Taste/presentation/ favor combination! Love how they always have different menu per season, while keeping their iconic dishes with seasonal favor, also added different options on the menu! Desserts are always our favorite also! Must try! Drinks got improved, not so Instagrammable but taste very decent! Service remain outstanding! Ambiance is cute for celebration- like dinning in the garden- vibing with their name read more

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Went back. Place still has its fastball. I am writing this to focus on the L'Orange desert. A beautiful piece of artwork. Tastes even better than it looks! Even if you feel a bit guilty destroying it with a fork. read more

Le Jardinier - L'Orange desert. Life changing. - French Near Me - New York, New York

Ordered duck breast. Said to my partner 'the knives need to be sharpened'. Took a bite, was so tough I couldn't chew it. Gross as it is, I had to spit it on my plate. I was okay just not eating it, but the lovely servers took it back to the kitchen. THEN...the chef sent them back and challenged my return. Said there was nothing wrong with the plate. This was too much! They also charged me full price for this Michelin starred disappointment. Should have known when we secured a last minute reservation. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant was also empty at 7pm on a Saturday night.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] AWEFUL! Don't go. WAY OVERPRICED!!!!! read more

We walked in off the street. The atmosphere and service was outstanding. Not knowing anything about the restaurant I was taken aback by the prices but decided to treat ourselves. We went for the 3 course meal (app, entree and dessert) We were treated so well and each dish we ate was better than the next. I'm 60 years old and had some superior steaks in my life but the Wagyu Babette was the finest tasting steak I have ever tasted in my life. I completely understood the price once I settled in to the most delicious culinary experience. The presentation, the taste, the service were all second to none. The price was steep but completely justified. It was only when I left and looked up Le Jardinier that I realized it was a Michelin star rated restaurant, which made complete sense. I will certainly return. Thank you for a culinary experience I will long remember. read more

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The food is great. The service was okay but a little slow at the beginning. The highlight for us was the dessert - it's a Valentine's Day special and it is so good, truly reminding me of desserts I had in Parisian fine dining restaurants. read more

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The only reason I gave it 4 stars rather than 5 is because it is way too expensive. The food and presentation is top notch but I found the deserts too fussy and overdone. It was hard to distinct one flavor from another. Service is impeccable and it's a beautiful space. Much too pricey. You can do better in NYC for that obscene amount of money. read more

Easily one of the best meals I have had since the full reopening of restaurants post pandemic. I revisited many restaurants to compare their pre pandemic quality to what it is now. Sadly too many restaurants I liked during pre pandemic times have been disappointing post pandemic, understandably so due to inflation/limited availability of ingredients, but happy to say this restaurant was not one of them! My recent dining experience was reminiscent of my meals at L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon New York, but much less pretentious. I don't know if veterans from Robuchon's restaurants that worked here back in 2019 are still around today, but from the flavors profiles of the amuse bouche to every dish I ate, they were still very balanced even with the tweaks made on the spot (I didn't call in advance to discuss) for my food sensitivities and an beef allergy. No flavor overpowered another just because of a removed or a substitute ingredient. I have been to higher price point fine dining places that were much less accommodating, especially if you didn't call in advance to discuss the menu items you want to eat. As someone of both East Asian and South East Asian descent, my diet has always been more vegetable focused, which is this restaurant's concept, but not close to the point of veganism. I like bold SE Asian flavors but I still want my dishes to remain very light like East Asian cuisine. My favorite cuisines are French and Japanese; this restaurant has a fusion of flavors that pays homage to those cuisines very well. Both the waiter and waitress were respectful of table space. If they see that your plate is empty but you're still chewing your food or simply still sipping on some wine, they stand at a distance to wait until you are done before stepping to your table to collect your plate. Before each new dish they used the crumbs scraper even if there was just tiny specks barely visible. Many fine dining places (except Michelin rated) wouldn't even bother and only scrape off things before your dessert course. Also my cup of water was never less than 1/3 empty. Great service by the wait staff. It's always the little things that make me happiest when eating at a restaurant but of course the food has to be really good, too!! This restaurant checks off all my boxes and we'll worth the money. read more

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I came here just before lunch ended for the two course restaurant week lunch. I was running late and the staff accommodated me. The service was welcoming, and some of the regulars were pleasant, which made me feel accepted. I had what is considered a Meatless Monday lunch, so I ordered the chicory salad with green apple and pine nuts as a starter. This portion was relatively generous. I only ate half of the salad and took the rest to go. For my entree, I ordered the infamous Carolina gold rice risotto with mushrooms and cheese. I loved the presentation of this dish. It was too pretty to eat. The combination of ingredients consumed together was amazing. I want to return to dine here and try other dishes and desserts. read more

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Took my friend here for her Bday a few years ago. We did the prefix restaurant week menu and it was fantastic. Affordably priced for a Michelin starred restaurant, and [[HIGHLIGHT]]the ambiance was very nice.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service was good, and is what you would expect from a Michelin restaurant. read more

Beautiful spot. Great service. Food was all beautifully plated but the taste was mediocre for every dish except the Bavette that was just delicious. Food: Hiramasa with caviar - good Burrata - good Beef tartare - good White truffle tagliatelle- very good Lobster - very good Bavette - delicious Pumpkin dessert - good Butterfly - good read more

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Overall experience was a very nice time. When you walk in, you're greeted with a le labo scent from their burning candles that relaxes you. Everyone is dressed well and it feels like a luxurious experience. We ordered off the a la carte menu and got burrata, scallops, pork belly, salad, tagliatelle with black truffle, salmon, and beef tenderloin, agnolotti, the Butterfly, and chocolate cremeux. My favorites were the scallop and the butternut squash sauce, the tagliatelle, and the Butterfly dessert. read more

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It's very conservative which I'm not. A friend came to the City and she had heard about this restaurant. It was her birthday, the greeter acknowledged it The server acknowledged it. At the end nothing. I didn't want them to sing, but where were the sparklers? Food? Regular. Staff nice. Would I go there again? NO! Go to Cafeteria on 17th and 7th. Much hipper and ALL inclusive! read more

Came here for lunch during restaurant week in nyc. I know that's a horrible statement that should instill a sense of disgust and a visceral recoil among fellow New Yorkers. But it was really good!! Started with the chicory salad. Not going to lie - it was a great salad but pretty average for a one star joint. However, when I got to the risotto I couldn't stop moaning. And it just got better from there. The desert course - a hibiscus tea soaked apple tart with ginger ice cream reshaped the chemistry of my brain. It's seriously the best desert I've had at any Michelin rated restaurant. Also, as a Cosmo connoisseur this is easily the best one I've had in the city!! They do not f..k around with the drinks here. Looking forward to trying the chefs tasting menu here! read more

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The food ambience and service were all perfect. The restaurant really deserves its Michelin star. The menu itself was inspired and reflective of the creators journey, which is a Vietnamese mother with an Italian father training in France, using traditional French techniques with Asian Japanese influence where he furthered his culinary abilities. Every single dishes executed to perfection and the manager was able to accommodate for mocktails . The seasonal nature kept everything fresh read more

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As someone who truly enjoys dining out and exploring new restaurants, I was absolutely blown away by my experience at Le Jardinier in New York. During January, shortly after the holiday season, the restaurant was not overly crowded, which made for a relaxed dining experience without feeling rushed. From the moment we walked in until we left, every staff member was kind, respectful, professional, polite, and accommodating. I want to take a moment to highlight the hostess, who appeared very professional and genuinely seemed to enjoy her job. She escorted us to our table, which offered a lovely view of the entire dining room. I was thrilled to receive my favorite table--thank you! Once seated, a lovely and genuine server named Paige came over to introduce herself. Her extensive knowledge of the food and beverage menu was impressive. While we debated which bottle of wine would pair best with our courses, she went above and beyond to help us choose the right one--an incredible service! As a regular guest and huge fan of Le Jardinier, particularly of Chef Alain and Chef Salvatore, I was excited to share this experience with my company, who was dining here for the first time. We decided to sample a variety of items from the menu. For appetizers, we chose the famous Roasted Maine Scallops, which is one of my favorites at this restaurant. The dish has changed a bit with the new menu, but it was still delicious. We also enjoyed the Spanish Octopus--oh my goodness! The freshness, texture, and flavor were amazing, making it one of our favorites thus far. Lastly, we shared the Roasted Beets, always a great choice, especially this time of year. For our entrées, we shared a risotto that was wonderful, along with a fish dish cooked to perfection. Now, as a pastry chef myself, the best part of the night was, of course, the desserts! With so many delicious choices, it was hard to decide. Since my friend had never been there, I insisted we try the Butterfly dessert, which is a must. I'm also a big fan of homemade gelato, so I had to order the pistachio gelato--super creamy, rich, and delicious! The last dessert we ordered was the Mont Blanc, which is also one of my favorites. Its presentation was a perfect 10/10 and possibly one of the top three best-plated desserts I've seen in a Michelin-starred restaurant. To top it off, Paige surprised us with an extra dessert, showcasing the excellent work of Chef Salvatore and his team. Every single bite was satisfying and delicious; I didn't want it to end! As our dining experience came to a close, I can confidently say that even though I don't live in the city, every time I'm there, I make a point to stop by at least for a drink at their sister bar, Bastion, if not for dinner. That night, we ended up enjoying drinks upstairs, where the professional bartenders made the evening outstanding. As we finished, a manager graciously sent us two glasses of champagne--what a treat! Thank you once again to Le Jardinier and Bar Bastion, and the entire team, for making our dining experience so memorable and special. A special thanks to Paige! I wish Milfa and Michaela were there, as they are some of my favorite people to see during my visits, but I will definitely catch them next time! Once again, thank you, and I wish you all a successful year ahead, filled with wonderful guests who appreciate the levels of hospitality you provide! Best, Srdan Dokovic read more

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A very unmemorable one star dinner besides the service was very nice, interior is elegant. Started with break basket and fennel shot. The gluten free stick was questionable, the cheese brioche was the best. Fennel Shot was straight up fennel. Apps- Beef Tartar: very basic. Burrata: best app among what we got, peach was a nice touch and it would be better with slightly more peach. Salad: bland and tasteless. Entree: Ravioli: overpowering with pepper flavor. Chicken: jus was good, overall okay. Baby corn doesn't seem like a fine dining choice. Dessert: The Butterfly: it's like a mousse in donut shape. Sabayon: feels like eating foams. Very questionable on being Micheline one star. read more

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