10000000s across the board. This spot is such a GEM and officially has me planning my next visit already. Modern, chic, and stylish but still somehow gives cozy/homey energy. Perfect for a date night, birthday dinner, or a cute catch-up with friends. Plus, being right by 34th St makes it super convenient for my fellow Jersey people crossing over. 10/10 service! Daniel & Faiza were AMAZING hosts and made sure we were taken care of from start to finish. The hospitality here really stands out. Chef Indi even came by to chat and shared her journey building Markette plus her vision for The Argyle (closed Sunday-Monday). Such a cool personal touch! Daniel was also kind enough to give us a preview of the space downstairs and now I definitely need to come back for that experience too. And yes, there will be a wait but trust me, it's worth it. You can genuinely taste the care and intention behind every dish. Nothing felt rushed, and every bite tasted like love was put into it. Big shoutout to bartender Carlo because he steered us in the RIGHT direction cocktail wise. The drinks were chef's kiss. Favorites were definitely: Blue Jean Baby Cease and Desist Also tried the Hay Barbie and White Mirage, all super solid. Whew. The flavors?? INSANE. We were basically licking the plates because the sauces and seasoning were THAT good. Appetizers: Salt Cod Fritters -- easily our favorite app. Perfect crunch and that scotch bonnet sauce? So good. Hamachi Crudo -- fresh, bright, and flavorful. Entrées: Braised Oxtail Gratin -- I'm still thinking about it. That oxtail was pure heaven. Rich, tender, and packed with flavor. Grilled Prawn -- absolutely unreal. I wanted to order like 10 more immediately. Dessert: Stracciatella Ice Cream Suchhhh a good way to end the night. Rich, creamy, and those chocolate bits with the fresh coffee? Ugh, sooo good. The perfect balance of indulgent without feeling too heavy. Exactly how you want to end a dining experience. Everything was sooo flavorful and thoughtfully done. I genuinely cannot stop talking about this place. Already planning to come back this week because I need to try more things on the menu. Markette, you got me read more

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I reserved one seat at the bar on the early side trying to beat the rush but it doesn't seem like that's possible. The bartender was pleasant and definitely knew how to make a cocktail. She was busy the entire time I was there but I always had a drink - definitely appreciated that. The codfish fritters were really good. The texture was softer than I expected. Loved the scotch bonnet aioli. Of course, had to get the peri peri chicken. The sauces really made the dish for me. read more

Great ambience! Food tasted amazingly. My favorite dish was the lamb and roti. The Bibb salad was so fresh. I just wish there were more options on the menu. I think a rice and peas dish would have been great. And I was yearning for some more vegetable options. There's also a lovely cocktail lounge downstairs that has a speakeasy vibe. Definitely recommend for a nice dinner out with great vibes! read more

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Let's get the obvious out of the way first: Yes, Markette is overpriced, overhyped and over-exposed. It's definitely having its 15 min of fame in the influencer-sphere, so plan accordingly if you want a resy--and don't be surprised to see clientele dressed to the nines with tripods and ring lights. I knew this going in and expected to dislike my wallet-depleting dinner, much as I've disliked 90% of the overhyped NYC restaurants I've been to recently. But, I actually....enjoyed?....myself. Everything we got was tasty and not as teeny-tiny portioned as I expected. The Roasted Sunchokes were delicious and covered in a lovely, savory, foamy sauce that made me want to lick the plate. Our Rock Shrimp Linguine was the only dud--a bit too sour even for me, and not enough precious, precious rock shrimp to satisfy my crustacean craving. But the tender Braised Oxtail Gratin helped, with its savory crispy polenta. The Pan-Seared Dorade was well-cooked, and uniquely complemented by sweet plantains, swiss chard and chermoula. Surprisingly--and not surprisingly--the star of our table was the insanely photogenic, Instagrammable Peri Peri Chicken. It was as juicy as it was colorful, and its gorgeous buttermilk ranch sauce should be served as a smoothie, it's so good. Service was pretty friendly, and the decor was as modern, chic and trendy as any episode of "And Just Like That". Come with at least a group of four to get past the high price points--$5 for a cup of hot jasmine tea...in a tea bag....--and you'll do all right. read more

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What a wonderful dining experience. We were very early for a 5:45 reservation. As we waited for the doors to open , a small line was forming. Kind of surprising for a restaurant in Chelsea to be so busy at 5pm so we knew this was a buzzy spot. The interiors and the bathrooms are beautifully decorated. The music is not loud so we were able to carry on a conversation which seems to becoming quite difficult dining out these days. We ordered the salt cod fritters, braised oxtail gratin, the roasted sunchokes, peri-peri chicken and the blood orange cheesecake all to share. I thought the food was out of this world. So tasty, loved all the flavors. I did think the cheesecake wasn't all that sweet and the drinks were good but I prefer a different type of drink. I had ordered the lucky plum, then something that had vodka and oear. I don't say this often but I would come back. Interesting to note, they do not rush out you...we were there almost 3 hours and the restaurant was full by 6pm. Useful tip, We made the reservation about a week in advance at midnight on Resy read more

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I was super lucky to book a 4pp reservation on Resy at Markette for my birthday back in early February, and thankful that I did. We were greeted at the host stand and sat at the bar until the remaining members of our party arrived. At the bar, service was seamless and accommodating - as they transferred my welcome cocktail the SUNKEN STRAWBERRY to my tables' final bill. We informed the host via Resy that our entire party would be participating in Restaurant Week for my birthday. The MOD sent our table complimentary SALT COD FRITTERS with SCOTCH BONNET AIOLI - superb. I am West Indian, so clearly they are after my own heart. We started with a round of drinks: - HAY BARBIE: a mezcal sour with beets and saffron that was well balanced. - SOL Y PLAYA: clarified sotol margarita with mastiha and tomato that was the perfect amount of sweet and savory. - I HAVE A MARTINI KINK: a boozy martini with vodka AND pisco - whew! We ordered our three-courses, where everyone got a different variation of options: my three courses were: - BIBB SALAD: very refreshing and citrus forward. - ROASTED POTATO CURRY: came "tagine" style with coconut rice and a small papaya salad on the side. EXTREMELY TASTY. - STRACCIATELLA ICE CREAM: perfect portion, not too milky. Espresso pour on the side was a nice touch. We also ordered a bottle or rosé champagne, and the Sommelier was well versed on their options and what paired well with our dinner. They even let us bring our own mini cupcakes with candles to celebrate the occasion! Icing on the cake: they invited us downstairs to their speakeasy called The Argyle! The venue is rather large- long bar with beautiful wrap around banquet seating in the dining space for easy-to-accommodate group seating. Plus the bar downstairs has a really cool lounge feel too- lots of couches. 10/10. Highly recommend. Bonus: My server Katie (or Kat maybe?) was really attentive too. read more

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There has been a lot of talk about Markette recently and the reviews have been nothing short of glowing. Coupled with the fact that it is an woman/POC owned establishment, I really wanted to support and see what Markette was about. I was already behind the 8 ball as reservations were going fast, so I decided to come right at opening on a weekday for bar seating. This was the move. Markette is well designed - lots of green and deep orange tones that complimented each other, and a lovely floral mural on the background. Staff was extremely kind and hardworking. To start off the evening I got a lucky plum, a gin-based cocktail - not too sweet, refreshing and easy to drink. This was already a fantastic start to the meal. For my appetizer, I got the hamachi crudo. I thought the tamarind sauce was a phenomenal addition on what is normally a citrus-based sauce. I enjoyed every single bite. On to the main dish - seared scallops. The presentation was lovely, and I actually liked that the rice was on the side. That way I could experience each component separately, and choose to combine them as I pleased. Transcendent is probably the word that comes to mind when I ate the scallop. The subsequent bites were even better when I combined the rice with the curry sauce. At this point, I was sold on whatever Markette was selling, so I got myself a Ceast and desist cocktail and the Birdee's Burnt Honey Cake to end thee evening (apparently it was the last day to have it). Both 10/10s. All this to say, I'm so glad Markette is here and I hope it's here to stay. I cannot wait for my next dining experience here. read more

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I made reservations to see if Markette was worth the hype. NOW, I'm a believer. Here's how I will describe it: have you ever looked down at your plate and felt sad, wondering where your food went? That was my reaction to everything I ate at Markette. I shed a tear because the food is that DAMN good, I loved every bite of everything I ordered but was sad it all disappeared so quickly. I have to return with my family, so I can order more and get to sample more things. This restaurant definitely has a fantastic, fully equipped staff. From the moment I walked in, I witnessed a well oiled machine running smoothly. I have to credit everyone doing a great job of keeping things afloat. The bartenders (both upstairs and downstairs) busboys, waiters, sous-chef, host, Chef India Doris and etc. I am very observant, and I noticed the kitchen door swing open several times, revealing many people working hard. I must also add that this location has two different menus one for Markette and The Argyle located beneath Markette. read more

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Came here to experience this new food hot spot. We made reservations a couple of months back as we knew, based off the menu options alone, this restaurant would become very popular in a short time. We arrived a little early for our reservations. We were greeted by a pleasant older gentleman and was informed our reservation time would be honored as there was a party currently occupying our table, but would finished at our assigned time. We were in no rush and proceeded to the downstairs area to their bar called "The Argyle" to have a pre- dinner drink. The Argyle Bar was decorated in dark wood and cushioned chairs accompanied by minimal lighting. The ambiance was moody and perfect for a date night or a meetup with friends. We ordered a ranch water and a shot of whiskey to sip until our table was ready upstairs. The wait staff were pleasant and attentive; when our table was ready they got our drinks and delivered them to the table for us. The restaurant is rather small and intimate; you are seated in close proximity to other guests which makes ear hustling easy! We were greeted by the manager and we inquired about drinks to start off our meal. He was very attentive and asked about our preferences and suggested a couple of drinks for us: The Blue Jean Baby, which was Irish whisky- based, and The Morning Fog, which included vodka. The drinks were exceptional. They weren't overly sweet, the base of the drinks were hand crafted and did NOT come out of a premade bottle. The alcohol was noticeable and each enhanced the drinks we got. We even ordered another Morning Fog! The waiter came and we placed our order: salt cod fritters, braised oxtail gratin, grilled prawn, with a side of duck fat fries and broccolini. We received our order in a timely manner. The salt cod fritters took me back to my grandma's kitchen and her cod fish cakes: hearty, loaded with fresh cod fried perfectly and accompanied by a remoulade-type sauce that was a great pairing. The only difference between Markette's and my grandma's?: There's were round in shape and my grandma's was shaped a little flatter. These were EXCEPTIONAL! The braised oxtail gratin was good as well: savory oxtail shredded and served over polenta, which was smooth and tasty. The grilled prawn was as long as my hand and perfectly grilled with a side of chili crisp which elevated that grilled prawn to another level. The duck fat fries were nice and crisp with a light dusting of salt and the broccolini was served with a coating of cheese which made these a perfect side to our dishes. To be honest, we couldn't finish our food and decided to take it back to the hotel. The staff thought there was something wrong, but OH NO....we simply wanted to enjoy the rest of our meal in the comfort of our hotel room like we REALLY needed to...(IYKYK). Needless to say, Markette was an AMAZING experience and we suggest, if you are going to NYC and have some time, make a reservation and experience this wonderful restaurant. read more

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Came here for dinner with my boyfriend and we both enjoyed our food but agreed that everything was overpriced. No complaints on any of the dishes though, they were all super delicious. Just wish the portions or prices were a bit better. Very beautiful restaurant and decent service at the bar. read more

Markette - GRILLED PRAWN - Modern European Near Me - New York, New York

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Met a friend visiting from Chicago here for dinner, and from the moment I walked in, I knew this was going to be a good night. The decor hits exactly the right notes -- chic, warm, fun, and classy all at once without trying too hard. Burnt orange banquettes, candlelight, hand-painted murals. The room has personality. Service was top notch and genuinely attentive without being in your face about it. That balance is harder to pull off than people think, and they nail it. I got my usual Ketel One slightly dirty martini and it was made perfectly. Whoever is behind that bar knows what they're doing. Then the food. We shared duck fat french fries (yes, obviously, always), sticky rice, grilled prawn with bouillabaisse and chili crisp, and the peri peri chicken with buttermilk ranch and a celery root and caraflex cabbage slaw. Every single dish was outstanding -- the flavors, the combinations, the execution. The prawn especially was one of those bites where you stop mid-conversation and just look at each other. The peri peri chicken has real heat and the slaw cuts through it perfectly. It all just works. Worth noting: Chef India Doris was just named the Michelin Young Chef of the Year for the Northeast. After this meal, zero surprise there. Five stars, no hesitation. Already recommending it to everyone I know. read more

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I was lucky to be notified from the waitlist and nabbed a 7:15 dinner slot. Sooo happy we got to try this place out. It was very busy for a Sunday night but service was fast. We had the fried cod fritters, the polenta and oxtail and the peri chicken ( would could be shared between two people). The combination of flavors was so comforting. The mocktails were also refreshing and a perfect compliment to our meal. We still have the blood orange cheesecake to try since we took it to go. Thanks again for a lovely Sunday dinner read more

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One of the best meals and dining experiences I've had in a long time. Service is 10 out of 10. Everyone seems so genuinely helpful and happy to be there. LOL. My waiter Jamie was amazing. He had great recommendations and after dinner he took my downstairs to see The Argyle, a cocktail bar in the basement with a completely different drink and food menu that I will have to come back to soon. As for the food, everything I had was amazing, like lick the plate amazing. There's something about the sauces. Jamie saw how I was trying to get every bite so he brought me a spoon. The skin on the dorade was seared perfectly! I usually do not eat skin but I devoured it. The sauce on the crudo! So good! Can't wait to go back and try some other dishes. read more

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Markette has a beautiful decor that blends modern and contemporary design with a touch of elegance that sets a great ambiance for a night out. Our server was warm and attentive, and everything came out in a timely manner. The Peri Peri chicken was tender, moist, and flavorful. The salt cod fritters were well-seasoned, and the braised oxtails were rich and perfectly cooked. The heirloom tomatoes stood out with its fresh and vibrant flavors. For drinks the Sol y Playa was shaken and refreshing, while I Have a Martini Kink was bold and spirited. Overall a great dining experience with solid food, strong cocktails, and great service. read more

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Wow, where to begin. Very well decorated, welcoming, inviting space. Cutlery and plates were also really cute, you can tell a lot of attention was given to the little details. We came for NY Restaurant week and shared many of the dishes. Great flavors everywhere, you really can't go wrong here. Would also definitely recommend the drinks, from the wine to the cocktails (fan favorite of the night was the Sunken Strawberry). Service was amazing, very attentive, no complaints here, everyone we interacted with was stellar. Only thing to note is the bathroom door is a little hard to close! read more

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Wow, this place was amazing. The ambiance had a high end feel, the service was impeccable. But DANG the food was DELICIOUS. The crudo sauce was so good... lick the plate clean. The prawn? Cooked to perfection. The scallops were so wonderfully and thoughtfully prepared, the sauce was another plate licking sauce. I can't recommend this spot enough, this chef knows how to curate a menu read more

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Markette delivered vibes, flavor, and energy all in one night. From the moment we walked in, the staff set the tone welcoming, upbeat, and genuinely happy to be there, which is rare and refreshing. The whole place felt alive. Between the Friday night buzz, great weather, and a crowd that actually looked like they were enjoying themselves, it was a full experience. We grabbed seats at the bar, which fits about 10 people comfortably, and it gave us a great view of the interior design and the bartenders in action. Service was smooth, friendly, and attentive all night. Food was dangerous. The sauces alone deserve their own review. We started with the salt cod fritters with habanero aioli. It comes with four fritters, small golf ball size, and they were very tasty. That sauce is one of the ones I wanted to take home. If you're not careful, those can fill you up, especially if you've been drinking, so pace yourself. We also had the tuna crudo, which was light, fresh, and flavorful. We split it, but next time I could easily have that to myself. It's on the smaller side but still shareable. That was another sauce I wanted to pack up, along with the one on the fish. For mains, I ordered the braised oxtail gratin. It's very unique and not your traditional Caribbean or Jamaican style, and it does have a noticeable spicy kick. I enjoyed it, but just know it's a different interpretation. The pan seared dorade was a standout and I agree with others that it's one of the top dishes on the menu. Light, flavorful, and really well executed. They also offer non alcoholic drinks that looked very well thought out based on the ingredients alone, so that's worth exploring too. Best move is to share dishes so you can experience more of the menu. After dinner, the chef let us know there's a lounge downstairs, so we stayed for another round. The lounge felt like a whole different world. Spacious, stylish, great seating, strong drinks, and once again staff that actually enjoys interacting with people. Even the guy whose date ditched him. He was annoyed at just about anyone who walked by because of that, sitting there processing life, but the staff handled it like pros. Only minor note: bathroom maintenance could use a little more attention. Full trash plus a slightly confusing flush situation. Vibe: 5 out of 5 Design: 5 out of 5 Food: 4 out of 5 Staff: elite Would I come back? Definitely. Reservations are highly recommended because this is not really a walk in spot except for the lounge. Upstairs feels more geared toward a full dining experience, so if you are just looking for drinks, the downstairs lounge is the move. Great place to unwind, socialize, and enjoy a full meal, with the option to transition downstairs for a more relaxed drinks vibe. read more

Such an enjoyable experience! I caught a resy right as they went viral and decided to meet a friend there. The ambiance is cozy but not overwhelming romantic, low lighting, reasonable volume. We started off with drinks and moved on to the fritters and flat bread. I think the fritters may have been my favorite item of the night. The oxtail gratin was also a solid dish. I wasn't super crazy about the scallops (a lot of textures together and I wasn't fond of it) but the accompanying dishes were excellent. The staff were attentive, kind, and helpful with suggestions. I loved the experience overall and would love to return. read more

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For someone who didn't look at the menu beforehand, I was amazed with all the dishes! Don't sleep on this restaurant! The hamachi crudo lives in my mind still! Pro tip! Make your experience a whole night by stopping at The Argyle for pre or post drinks! read more

Went to Markette to celebrate a birthday. While service and ambiane were great, I felt underwhelmed with the food. I started with the cod fritters which are accompanied by a spicy aoili. While I am someone who enjoys a lot of heat, I did not find the aoili to have any kick and the cod fritters to not have as much fish as I am used to. I then had the curried scallops with rice. Rice was just okay and curry was bland. Scallops were well cooked and not chewy at all. I also got a side of fries and could easily eat a whole basket of those. Overall, not a terrible experience but I had much higher hopes considering the limited menu and price point. read more

Markette - SALT COD FRITTERS CURRIED SCALLOPS - Modern European Near Me - New York, New York

I loved this place! 4.5 rounded up to 5. Cute small interior that we were able to walk into on a Friday night as a party of 2 without a reservation. My favorite was the fried wings on the side that came with the peri peri chicken and the rigatoni with mushrooms (the sauce was delicious). My husband's favorite was the oxtail. We both enjoyed the sunchokes with mushroom appetizer (it had nice textures) and the shrimp appetizer (though it was overcooked). Would love to return! read more

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Accidentally booked a table at the bar but I must say I couldn't have been more comfortable with the seats, decor and space I had. Service was prompt, efficient and really good as well. Coming to the food, here's what we ordered - Cod Fritters (3.75/5): these were airy, well filled and a decent two-biter. Comes with four pieces and a mayo based sauce with a kick to it. Have it hot or it will lose its charm. - Grilled Prawn (5/5): my favorite item on the table. Extremely well cooked prawn that's portioned for you to ease the overall dining experience. The sauce it came with was unctuous, spicy and topped with a beautiful medley of crunchy bits and toasted seeds. Would get this again! - Peri Peri Chicken (3.5/5): well cooked chicken. Not seasoned much or at all and heavily relied on the sauces to add flavor. I made my own shawarma bites with the pita which was fun but being a Nandos fan and the call-back with "peri peri" in the name, it's really not in the same ball-park. Better if you eat without comparison. - Side of grilled pita (5/5) - think focaccia meets pita with a solid char for the tandoor/grill vibes. Overall, modest experience with some highs! read more

Markette - GRILLED PRAWN - Modern European Near Me - New York, New York

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Very nice location, great aesthetics! Cocktails were good! We had the oxtail dish and spicy prawns for appetizers, they were delicious! Scallops entree which had great flavors but coconut rice was a little crispy for our liking but overall I enjoyed my meal! read more

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Considering all the sauce and color drizzled all over it, the peri peri chicken is pretty bland. If I closed my eyes I would probably just have thought it was unsalted chicken thigh with a mild cream on it. The salt cod fritters were excellent though, and the oxtail gratin had a really nice crispy top. Service was friendly and efficient. read more

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Great service excellent food and a staff was on point. Love this place inside nicely decorated and you can hear yourself talk. read more

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A friend and I stopped into Markette after hearing and reading great reviews. We were seated right away and had an earlier reservation, so the restaurant was pretty empty when we arrived. We kept it low key for drinks, with a red wine, but they have a few different looking cocktails if you're up for it. Foodwise we went with the Sunchokes, Salt cod fritters, Oxtail gratin, Peri Peri chicken, and a side of fries. Overall, we felt rather underwhelmed by the food. I was hoping for more balanced flavor, but the spices and sauces were extremely overpowering. We also felt the chicken was a tad dry and the oxtail was oversalted. Service was good. Our waitress was friendly and stopped over to check in on us periodically. Ambiance is OK too. Nothing overly unique, but it's cozy and dimly lit. Since we were earlier, it wasn't too crowded, so the noise was lower. It did pick up a bit as we left, so I imagine it's bustling if you come in later. We were also told we had 90 minutes to eat. Fortunately the wait staff didn't rush us out, but the food was poorly paced so we were over an our in before our last dish arrived. If you're going to enforce a 90 min rule, then the food needs to come out more timely to allow guests to eat slowly. Overall, my friend and I were not huge fans of Markette. We paid over 100 each for 1 drink, 4 items and fries. Though the staff and ambiance were nice, the high price point for food that didn't satisfy left me not wanting to return. read more

From service to drinks to food to dessert. We didn't want to leave but the seating was a bit uncomfortably tight . We got there as soon as they opened and were the only ones in the restaurant at the time, by the time we were leaving whew it gets pretty crammed so keep that in mind Nonetheless it's all worth it. Everything we had was delicious . Those fritters wow I would eat that every day of my life and the prawnnnsss packed with soo much flavorrr!! My fish was incredible crispy yet soft and the sauce it sits on made it all the better. The oxtail was a surprise for me. I've never ever had it served that way it was pleasant. I just wish the dish was deeper. It was a shallow but wide portion. If it didn't have all that cheese I would have ordered another but can only take that much lactose . The peri peri chicken is amazing. Nice depth of spice that is so enjoyable! The drinks were great. The bartender made some custom drinks for us and we were in Heaven! Highly recommend and if you can get there right at opening before the crowd, youll enjoy even more read more

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The prawn and the artichoke were really good. The oxtail and peri peri chicken were okay. The service was so so. The server taking the order was friendly. However, the person bringing out the dishes and setting the table kept interrupting our conversation. Every time we wanted to start talking about it something, he would come over and do something so we had a hard time having a conversation. Then when we were done and wanted to pay the check, then he never came back. It was a little darker inside and some other patrons shone their phone lights to read the menus, so that was annoying since the lights were basically shining in my eyes. read more

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This is the next big thing. This past weekend, we celebrated my birthday here and it was not only the highlight of the night, but the highlight of my week. We did not have a bite of food that wasn't above par. The top dishes I would recommend are 1. Roast Half Chicken w/ peri peri, ranch, snow pea salad: A+ - the iconic staple of the menu, pictures, and table setting 2. Braised Oxtail w/ crispy cheddar potatoes adds sustenance and cheesy life to your table 3. The Grilled Prawn and Salt Cod Fritters - A. As travelers who recently returned from Portugal, this NYC establishment delivered high and above with the most authentic, best restaurants we visited in Lisbon and Porto We were seated by Alex who was enthusiastic and made us feel very welcomed. Serving us well were Roq and Chris who curated our beverages to a T with birthday specials. I am already looking forward to my next meal here. Keep it on your radar before it blows up. If it hasn't by the time I've finished this review read more

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Walking through the doors, very heavy doors. The guy that greeted me at the entrance said it's because if there's even a slight bit of wind is really hard to open the doors. I don't believe him because I hit the gym and do upper body and the doors were still heavy. lol but I got down and looked at the menu which was a variety of amazing things. We ordered the codfish fritters at the appetizers. Those are my faves. They were fried crispy on the outside and soft on the inside like crabcakes. So if you love crabcakes, you would love those. So they're basically like fish balls. Then I ordered the curry scallops. I didn't really like that dish because the curry had a cream base. Cesar, our waiter was very professional. And John, the manager accommodated me not liking the curry scallops and bringing me out another order of the codfish fritters. My friend had lamb with lentil and rice. I liked the lentils. The lamb was tender I didn't like the seasoning. The cabbage was good. The broccolini was tasty because of the cheese and sauce that they put on top of it. The restaurant is small and quaint, so you will be sitting with an arms length next to the other guest. So I couldn't help with to speak to the people to the left and the right of me because they were intrigued by what I had ordered. I told them I enjoyed the codfish fritters a whole lot so they also ordered that as an appetizer. So I definitely helped the restaurant get more sales while I was there. The restaurant is nice for a first date or catching up with friends. The drinks were amazing. I had a Hay Barbie and then I ordered my friends drink because his was really good too. read more

Very new spot that's still learning and improving! My friends and I went, and I was pretty happy to hear that a good restaurant would be in this neighborhood that's full of bars, pub food, and chains. The food was yummy with the standouts being the peri peri chicken (not its side salad though), the oxtail was incredible, the cod fritters were delightful, and even the corn orzo was a nice touch to offset some of the other dishes. Desserts weren't a standout but food and drinks were. Service was friendly and helpful in determining how much food to get. We also chatted with the owner after eating and he was so warm and receptive to feedback. I wouldn't mind returning! I imagine this becoming an incredible go-to spot for anyone that wants a slightly elevated experience and has to go to MSG or travel via Penn. read more

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Honestly such a great meal and overall experience. Everything was seriously delicious and the servers were extremely friendly. The staff made such awesome recommendations and everything was seriously great. My favorites: ox tail, the fish, & the crudo were the clear clear winners but everything on this menu is a 9/10 at LEAST! The inside is a super fire vibe also & they have a speak easy downstairs that's designed really well. Strongly recommend. Big ups to the chef, you deserve all of the praise you're getting online. read more

Good was good. A little spicy for me but my friends loved it. Service was also great. NO wait. And service was pretty fast. Ambiance is chill. read more

This is a must go if you are in NYC. The vibe is fire and the food is out of this world. Our waiters, Jamie and Lupe were so attentive so nice. Made great recommendations. This is definitely one of the best restaurants I've ever been to in my entire life and I've been to a lot of restaurants all over the world. If you don't get the oxtail gratin..... you'll be sorry! Honestly, everything was delicious. I would go back to NYC just to visit this restaurant. read more

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Summary: I had a great Saturday night family dinner and was provided excellent service by Daniel and the entire staff. My mother, grandmother, and I came here because we wanted to go out for dinner, and try a new restaurant. I saw some good reviews about this place on OpenTable, and decided to give it a try. We started off with the well fleet oysters, grilled prawn, and Bibb salad. We also ordered the oxtail gratin and the pan seared dorade. Everything was delicious, but our favorite dish that was the star of the show was the pan seared dorade. We shared two orders of that, the oysters, and grilled prawn. I loved the sunken strawberry and cafe du bois. The sunken strawberry is great for anyone who likes a drink that doesn't taste like one. The Cafe Du Bois was an interesting twist on an old fashioned and I enjoyed every sip. I will definitely return to try the peri-peri chicken and other items as well. read more

Markette is a stunning restaurant with a dazzling Euro-Caribbean fusion menu with superior clarified cocktails. Standout dishes included the braised oxtail with crispy cheddar polenta, the heirloom tomatoes, and the salt cod fritters. The sol y playa cocktail was my favorite with a seamless blend of savory and sweet. The forest green dining room with the English countryside painted on the walls contrasts well with the striking burnt orange banquettes. The waitstaff exhibit urbane European hospitality. read more

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The food here was extremely good and surprising. I didn't know what to expect when it said European and Caribbean, but it looks like all of the dishes are influenced from various cultures. We tried virtually everything on the dinner menu. I loved the codfish, fritters and surprisingly, the sun chokes. ROYAL STURGEON CAVIAR served with duck fat frites were underwhelming to be honest. Friends enjoyed the oysters. TUNA CRUDO was tasty as was the prawn. The prawn is a single serving (1 prawn). It does come in an extremely delicious sauce. The orzo with squash was also one of my favorites. There was also a butter bean dish . I asked to remove due to allergies. The braised oxtail gratin was really the star of the show. We couldn't stop eating it alongside the sunchokes. We also ordered the Dorade which had a nice sear on it. Very flavorful. The Bavette steak was also served with the duck fat frites which are a good standalone side. There is also a bar downstairs with a separate drink and light bites menu. The decor is very cool! I will be back read more

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Hi, I haven't written a review in a long time because frankly I've lost interest. I'm almost always so distracted by the prices of everything it's broken me down. But every so often an experience pulls me out of retirement. And Markette did just that- a self described European Caribbean menu in a perennially depressing stretch of 7th avenue piqued my interest. Markette is a relatively nice looking space Lounge/nightclub /hotel lobby vibes, on a fairly tragic block in a transient portion of the city- historically reserved for commuters making their way in and out of Penn Station/Games /concerts at the Garden, etc. I had a quiet drink at the bar, as i was early for the 8 pm rez, the Negroni was solid. The staff were all very nice. I was distracted by the Ibiza at 10 pm soundtrack- not full blown balls to the wall techno, but happier house than I needed. The acoustics are loud. To be honest the most peaceful thing about the restaurant are their bathrooms. Great candles and great soap, nice lighting Place was full of people having early-ish after work dinners- most seemed to probably be heading to the train after-as you do.. Normal, unremarkable crowd. We made our way to the table where we were met by our extremely professional/enthusiastic server. She gave us the spiel about the plates to share, yada yada yada, and we settled on sunchokes (fine, unspectacular) , the bibb lettuce (best thing we had IMO) , the oxtail dish with polenta, and the dorade. This was more than enough food for 2 mid level hungry people, and our server had been pushing hard to sell us one more entree. Had we taken that advice this review would have dropped to 2 stars. I hate to be upsold. Let me find my way to the Promised Land. Service was a touch too attentive-we weren't nearly in the rush that our server was in. Dinner was 280.00. 2 small dishes, 2 entrees, 2 cocktails, 2 glasses of wine, 1 desert, 1espresso. With 20 % tip (because we had a reasonably good time and I didn't want to impact that negatively ) dinner was 336 bucks . 336 bucks- that's a lot of money. That's a flight to Puerto Rico, or LA for that matter. There's a 52 dollar lamb and an 80.00 steak on the menu, there's a lounge downstairs I'm told is a "vibe" . We saw the Peri Peri chicken from afar and it is drizzled in its entirety with alternating lines of piri piri sauce and ranch dressing. It looked to me sort of kid's menu fare. Nothing blew us away, we didn't finish the oxtail. I'd go here again if the right scenario presented itself-if a certain person or group needed to meet near MSG , but it's not a place I would revisit otherwise. For me If dinner is to be 330.00 bucks I want to be craving something I had- ambiance, music, lighting- unique flavors, exceptional service. It just wasn't good enough- but that seems to be more and more the rule as opposed to the exception. read more

Best staff best food best drinks Ambiance and vibe was great. Can't wait to go back! Say hi to Nick he's great read more

The service at Markette truly shines. Everyone was super helpful and our waitress did a great job of guiding us through the menu. It's also a sophisticated and relatively quiet place for a meal near MSG and Penn Station. Now onto the food...nothing was bad, but in the crowded NY restaurant scene and at these prices nothing wowed me. For two we ordered the Bibb Salad, Roasted Sunchokes, Braised Oxtail Gratin and the Peri Peri Chicken. This was ample food for two. The standouts were the Oxtail and Sunchokes, with both the Oxtail and Chicken having decent spice. Overall, recommend Markette if you're in the area and looking to have a nice meal, but I wouldn't travel out of my way. read more