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    Maison Close Restaurant

    4.0 (143 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 7:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Classy
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Lola A.

    Is this restaurant in Miami? Ibiza? St. Barth's? Paris? No, it's in New York! SoHo to be exact. This is Maison Close, a French restaurant that basically turns into a club after 11 pm. There is no dining minimum for brunch or reservations before 10 pm but any reservation past 10 pm has a dining minimum per person and the exact amount depends on how large your party is. Just know if you have a 10 pm reservation and get there at 10 pm, you most likely will not be seated for another 20-30 minutes because the before 10 pm reservations are wrapping up. The atmosphere is loud, lively, and the staff are attentive. The music is electronic party music. We heard one afrobeats song that was edited into the electronic vibe, so that was cool. But overall we really did have a fun time. If you come here, be ready to dance! The gnocchi, lamb chops, and chicken were delicious. The truffle pasta was average and the filet was a tad bit overcooked but not bad. First time trying beef tartare and I thought it was okay. The cocktail shrimp was bland. The drinks were delicious!

    Oysters
    Noesh H.

    We had a pleasant dinner at Maison Close. The restaurant has a really nice decorative ambiance. Food wise, it was decent. My favorite dish was the oysters. Service was alright! Glad, I finally got to try this restaurant out.

    Drinks
    Shirley C.

    We visited this restaurant to celebrate my friend's birthday, which required a $150 spend per person. The prices are definitely on the higher side, but you're paying for the atmosphere and live performances rather than just the food. For appetizers, we had the ahi tuna, beef tartare, Maine lobster salad, escargot, and oysters. The ahi tuna and escargot were the highlights. For entrees, we tried the truffle pasta, ribeye, and French toast--all were good but didn't quite justify the price. This is a great spot for a fancy celebration, but I wouldn't return solely for the food. Service could've been better. We had to flag them down multiple times to order.

    Croissant Au Homard Du Maine
    Matt H.

    Incredible. I came for brunch around my birthday and came with a large party which is always a bit nerve wracking in terms of service. I can confidently say Maison Close nailed every aspect of our experience. The lobster croissant was impeccable, the escargot brought me back to Paris and the rest of my party had zero complaints about their dishes. The service was wonderful and warm and the ambiance was perfect for a brunch turned into celebration. I cannot wait to come back and have another wonderful experience.

    Oysters
    Ellen C.

    I came here for a birthday dinner at 10. Immediately upon entering the spot was super vibey. People were super dressed up and the spot was really packed. There was loud music and it seemed like overall a great time. However, the host had told us all to rise within 15 minutes otherwise our table might be given away. We were not seated until 30 minutes into our reservation, which we paid $3k to reserve. The standing area was also super packed. I felt like I was really in the way and was overall not a great time. That being said once we were seated things were much better. We ordered a lot of different appetizers and entrées. I would say the orders include the foie gras, escargot, and oysters for the apps. For the main, I was a big fan of the steaks. Later on in the night, the spot turns into a burlesque show. These shows were definitely really interesting and nothing like the burlesque shows I've seen so far. For example, one of them was giving spring break vibes where the people came out in lingerie and facemasks. Also anytime anyone orders a bottle the bar service is super crazy and funny. Overall, even though the service wasn't great to start my friends and I ended up having a really good time. I think this is definitely a good spot for a birthday dinner.

    Cynthia B.

    I came back for brunch & I now can rest assure that this is my new favorite restaurant in the city! The service/ staff are absolutely phenomenal, this is the best time/ brunch I have ever had in a restaurant ever. My french toast was amazing!!!!! Whoever is managing please keep up the great work, this restaurant needs to be around forever!

    Yasmine D.

    Everything about this place was great! From the food, to the drinks, to the service. But the absolute best thing was their pornstar martinis! I really enjoyed this place! I recommend booking a 10pm resy for the show/party vibe on a Friday or Saturday.

    Truffle pasta
    Dyamond D.

    To maximize your experience I would suggest you come with a group for a later reservation (for the burlesque show). After a certain time you have a minimum spend requirement. For our group of 3 there was a $150 minimum spend per person. If I came here alone and only ordered 1-2 items off the menu it could easily feel like my money isn't well spent because each item can be quite expensive and the portion sizes are on the smaller side. With a group and minimum spend you get to try a good range of items on the menu and get to experience the restaurant. We found it not too difficult to reach the spend minimum as we ordered 2 drinks per person, some appetizers to share, and our entrees. Our bill was about $220 per person at the end of the night (not including tip) Like I mentioned the portion sizes were small so there wasn't any food leftover to possibly take home. So keep that in mind if you're super hungry. The hostess and people standing by the door weren't too friendly when we walked up to the restaurant. Not a great first impression because they didn't really greet us they're just asking if you have a reservation like it's an exclusive club... However, the waiter and the bartenders were extremely nice and made our experience pleasant. As far as the food I highly recommend the lamb chops, truffle pasta, and escargot. I'm still thinking about the pasta! I ordered a lychee martini which was really good. And the pornstar martini was truly the highlight of my night!!! The show was short and decently entertaining, but it definitely changed the vibe of the restaurant and gave it more a of party vibe, making it a good place to start before your night out on the town. Within an hour of the show people start to clear out. I would definitely come again with a small to medium sized group!

    M P.

    Came here recently with high hopes the ambience was definitely a highlight, very chic and Instagram-worthy. Unfortunately, that's where the excitement ended. The food was just okay nothing memorable and definitely not worth the price tag. What really put us off was the service. We were told there was a 2-hour minimum, which made it seem like we could relax and enjoy our time, but the reality was the complete opposite. We felt VERY rushed from the moment we sat down. Plates were cleared quickly, the pacing was off, and the vibe felt more like we were being shuffled out than welcomed in. All in all, it was more style than substance. I don't think we'll be returning.

    Steak tartar
    Brenda F.

    Absolutely loved this place ! We came to celebrate a friend's birthday and we loved it from the food to the service to the ambiance. Service was exceptional. All employees including bartenders are super friendly and cocktails were delicious. They actually serve the pornstar martini which is not on the menu but recommend to order! It's passion fruit, sweet but super refreshing. Food was also so delicious. I highly recommend the escargot and lamb chops top choice ! If you book dinner after 10pm you get to experience the burlesque show and partying. So be ready to dance. It's a great spot for a birthday celebration or group friends gathering. I would like to come for their brunch as well. I highly recommend to give it a try !

    Beef Tartare
    Helena K.

    Great service, great food and very relaxing, chique ambiance. We came here for a girls brunch and we'd definitely be coming back.

    Truffle fries
    Francesco L.

    Been to NYC a few times and this place is still one of my favorite experiences still! We attended the party day brunch a few weeks ago and it was so amazing! Service was great from the minute we walked in, the food was amazing as well. The atmosphere as soon as the party started was one of a kind and something you don't find anywhere else! If you are ever in the area I highly recommend this place for the food and great experience as well!! We will definitely be back!! The truffle pasta and truffle fries were amazing highly recommend

    Scallop & Leek
    Wendy B.

    ? ? ? . . . Left with confusion. Tried 3 cocktails, all were batched. Price is just too expensive for batched cocktails in my opinion. Beet Salad - tasty but nothing special. Artichoke Salad - bland, tasteless, confusing dish. Seared Foie Gras - it was served cold ? ? ? Mushroom tastes like canned mushroom. Escargot - not bad. Scallop & Leek Fondue - loved the Leek in jus, scallop was fine, slightly fishy. Dover Sole - thin and small for $94 Pricing is steep yet food were mediocre.

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