Awesome! Jazz performance was amazing. Chill setting. Good mimosas. Pricing is great.

Local neighborhood gem. Food is always good. Good service and cocktails. Not fancy, but definitely restaurant.

Sometimes, I'm the food/culture maven...othertimes I defer to the recs of others. My visit to North Square Lounge falls into one the latter. North Square is one of those places I wish I had known about for years. It just has a nice mellow vibe that's also rather convivial. It's a small space, but not too small to be cozy...it gives the impression of being the right size without people having to whisper or yell...and that's quite a feat in Manhattan. My good friend and I wanted some light nosh and heavy drinks. We received both...the heavy drinks in the form of two rounds...the last of which made me wonder if I had left my liver with the check. The food: lightly fried calamari (rings and full-on squids) and chips and guacamole. Both were perfect for sharing. If you're not a fan of fish doughnuts, they also offer other small dishes. You can also order from the restaurant and eat in the lounge. The drinks: She had gin martinis that were served in a very deep martini glass, but not the wide ones that spill the liquor as soon as you breathe reaching for the glass. I had a Diablo...tequila, lime, ginger beer....I termed it "Ginger Hell." I'm clearly paving my road with good intentions, because as mentioned before I, like Dicken's Oliver, was asking for more. My appetite has been whetted as well by other people's reviews. I'll definitely check out the jazz and weekend brunch. But if anyone else wants to join me in Hades for some cool libations, you'll know where to find me....and my liver. read more

Swung by for brunch on Saturday. My first impression was, wow this looks like IHOP. The brunch was nothing special, I went with the sampler. 2 eggs, pancakes, and sausage links. The highlight of the meal was certainly the bread they brought. It was nut and fruits and was absolutely delicious. Service could have been better. Took a long time to even get our bread and water refills were sporadic. With so many other brunch choices in the area I like better, I would not return. read more

It was nice but we got stuck right in front of the band. I wish I was sitting somewhere else. It seems there is Alot of regulars there for jazz brunch. I bit of a click. The food was amazing - the service was great . Next time I request to sit far away from it or in another room read more

Best. Jazz. Brunch. Interesting take on brunch as North Square has a small jazz trio ensemble on Sundays performing in their "music dining room." The trio starts performing at 12:30, so I would advise on getting seated at noon to play it safe. I read the jazz trio also performs at 2:00. The service is quite excellent and attentive, and the food is pretty decent. I had the "brunch tasting," which consisted of baby pancakes, apple/chicken sausage, eggs any style, red potatoes and cheddar biscuit. Try the pre-fixe for $20, gives you coffee/juice, one of the entrees, and the mimosa or bloody mary. Oh they don't have an unlimited all you can drink special so don't bother asking. read more

Very cozy restaurant off of Washington Square Park. They have a decent selection of fish dishes, but only one chicken dish. The food is decently good, but not astounding. The dishes are definitely stingy for the high price. There were only 4 scallops on my dish and a ton of quinoa, and my 2 crab cakes were only the size of quarters. You're definitely paying for the ambience. The service is very slow here, but not one of the customers seemed to mind. They definitely aren't pushing you out the door. One thing that really bothered me is that we ordered a side to go with our meal, and after our waiter convinced us how good they were and heckled us into ordering another one, they didn't show up until more than halfway through our meal. We basically didn't want them by then. We had to remind them. Seemed like they just forgot to make them altogether, which is odd considering how big a deal they seemed to be to the waiter. When they got there, they weren't as impressive as the waiter had said and were lukewarm. The waiter didn't apologize. Overall, the ambience is nice, but I'm not sure I would go back. read more

I go to the North Square for brunch quite often. It is my favorite spot on Sunday morning. Wonderful jazz brunch with sets at 12:30 and 2pm. Quite often the wonderful singer Roz Corral is there there is nothing finer then spending the afternoon eating, drinking and listening to her. My favorite is the brunch tasting as the pancakes and chicken sausage are really good. The omelet's are not the greatest. I also find the hollandaise sauce VERY salty so you might want that on the side if you order some kind of benedict. . Staff is ultra friendly but can be a little streched thin due to the volume of patrons read more

I was not impressed with my meal here. It's one of those places that is right in between--I would have been much happier going out for a cheap Thai or pizza or saved and splurged on a nicer place. These in-betweenys just aren't worth it. To start, my boyfriend and I got the cauliflower apple soup and the tuna tartar. Both were just okay--absolutely nothing special. For entrees, I got the roasted lobster and my boyfriend got the arctic char. Again--bland. Neither of us left impressed. The drinks were decent--I got a cocktail with elderflower (my fav) and a glass of wine. The atmosphere is nothing special. There are most definitely nicer, cuter, and better restaurants nearby. Save your money and time. read more

My favorite restaurant in NYC...Let me tell you a few stories: On my first visit we were there to just "do a day" in the city. I ordered the crab cake appetizer. WHOA! Dynamite presentation AND taste. The portion was perfect without being pathetically small OR disastrously large. If any of you know me, then it will come as no surprise that I had a grey goose martini with my appetizer. However, by the time my entree came (a WONDERFUL sea bass), I had not been asked about a new beverage. WELL, upon his return to our table, the waiter asked "how is everything" (as waiters have a tendency to do). To my dining partner's chagrin, I replied with a sarcastic, "Well, the food is wonderful, but I am still in need of a glass of chardonnay". At that point, the waiter took off running through the narrow aisles of the restaurant, narrowly missing other diners and wait staff. Within 30 seconds, a glass of wine returned to our table. The waiter smiled, set the glass down and said, "I hope you'll find this acceptable." After that, there followed NUMEROUS positive experiences with the food, staff and location of North Square. I highly suggest that you finish your meal with a pistachio creme brulee. Even if you aren't a "dessert person", I guarantee that this dish will please your palate and leave you wanting more! read more

Once more, we decided to give North Square a try. The ambiance is so attractive that we had not crossed it off our list though the food has not been up to our standards. We will not be back after last night. Here's the story: My husband explained in detail to the waitress that he could not eat garlic and asked specifically about two different meat dishes. She asked the chef if there was any meat that had not been marinated with garlic and returned to say that there was one non-marinated serving of the pork tenderloin. My husband immediately ordered it. Our food was brought by a server and we began to eat, only for my husband to discover that the meat and the accompanying mashed potatoes were laden with garlic! We called the waitress, she checked in the kitchen, and returned to inform us, with embarrassment, that my husband had been given another person's dinner, not the non-garlic version that he had ordered. The waitress also said that my husband's order was almost ready and indeed it soon arrived. (By this time I had almost finished my dinner.) We were upset to see that parts were barely cooked. Again we called the waitress, and again she seemed embarrassed. The carelessness with which our food was prepared and served at North Square could not be compensated by not charging us for the 2 glasses of wine and 1 mixed drink that we drank. read more

Like Jane C. said, this place is totally random, particularly for a "fine dining" place. Decor is definitely cruise ship. Fellow diners: also like they came off a cruise ship (the early dinner shift--average age: 65). Service: kind of resemble cruise ship performers who hit a dead end and became waiters (highlight of this was our first server vanishing halfway through the entree, and not coming back until the bill--a disgruntled woman who appeared from nowhere attempted to handle dessert, but it was just...awkward). However...food? Definitely a few notches above cruise ship. The BBQ braised short ribs ($20) are delicious (not very BBQ, which I liked), but the sour cream and horseradish potatoes that came with weren't so much (there were also these strange potato chips...). Pan seared sea scallops were tender ($22), and came with this really delicious polenta. Dessert was a bit of a fail--the lime and coconut flan sounded promising ($7, "pineapple, shaved coconut, rum") but was super-hard (think cheddar cheese firmness). Ick. Tip: They have a Restaurant Week menu but you'll only save ~$3 from the a la carte menu. So really, go any time if you want some tasty food and don't mind the quirky venue. read more

Went to a wine dinner here, prix fixe menu. Really great service and very accommodating. Very much enjoyed the crab and lobster cake appetizer along with the Filet Mignon for my entree. The cakes had plenty of crab and lobster meat and the verde sauce on top was killer. Their mustard served alongside the steak was something special, a condiment I don't normally gravitate towards. The pistachio creme brulee for dessert was good but not great, I would try something else next time. Very good experience, will return. read more

Went for Sunday Brunch. Had a reservation but we got there much earlier than the reservation time. Walked in around 1:15 and sat right down. Did the Prix Fixe Brunch (Comes with choice of Bloody Mary or Blood Orange Mimosa. Choice of Coffee or Orange Juice. Choice of Omelette, Sampler, or French Toast) I got the Brunch Sample plate and it was great! The sausage is really amazing. So delicious and juicy. Mini pancakes were cute. They also bring a bread basket to the table before your food comes so thats great! My main problem with this place and what keeps me from giving them more stars was the service. The place isnt too big so there isnt really an excuse for how slow our server was. To say she was slow is a real understatement. I ordered over easy eggs and they came scrambled. When taking our order she messed it up three times. Couldn't find her to get our check for twenty minutes. Couldnt find her to cash out our check for another fifteen. I love the food, but brunch should not be a two and a half hour event because my server forgot we were still there.. read more

This goes into my hide and seek refers primarily to the bar area. North Square is a basement restaurant with a bar all the way in the far far back. It's hidden below the Washington Square hotel and is - to me - a bit rustic - old school NYU. This hotel is a great place to meet for a conversation or group, particularly after the dinner rush as there would be no way to find specifically the bar unless you were meeting there AND there is actually ample space for a larger party. While it is technically a bar, there is plenty of selection of tea. As a result, it's going on my On the Wagon list. As for food, it's ok. Not great, not bad. My friend had a couple of appetizers which was more than enough for dinner. It also came with a nice bowl of olives. My friend and I had the hot chocolate, which was more like a chocolate sauce. It came with home made marshmallows, which were pretty good. Too thick and chocolate-y for me to drink, next time I would simply pour it on the marshmallows and call it a day. For dinner, this is more of a place that an NYU student would take a parent who wanted something slightly serious. I can't see myself going here for a date or a night out with the girls. But again... this rating is for the bar, which absolutely the perfect spot if you have 2-10 people and need to meet up and organize something either business or non-profit related. There are plenty of food and beverage options. The service is good, won't hassle you for just hanging out, and will disappear and reappear when needed. Will have to come back for this Jazz Brunch. read more

It is true that tucked-under-street-level evokes thoughts of hidden away gems, cozy vibes and friendly service. The spot isn't offensive, but it didn't live up to those hopes. The food was delicious, I had a great pork sandwich that was juicy in all the right places. The vibe was simply lacklustre. The service was efficient but not friendly. It felt like a diner. The staff spent more time talking and laughing amongst themselves than trying to engage with the customers. I am not saying that I would not go back, I just feel that management should keep an eye on how the room is being managed. This sounds uptight, sorry. I was having an uptight day. The place didn't help. Go, try, judge for yourself. read more

The food here is GREAT! The decor, to me, was terrifying, but not enough to keep me away from the very reasonable and delicious fare. Basically, if you live near here and don't mind weird-patina walls and Wal-Martesque decor, and you want a tastey bite, this is a great choice. If you want to impress friends from out of town, go across the street to Babbo. Ex post facto note in response to Jessica: I love that you argue that b/c North Hill's owner is a Vassar Grad that she has probably never set foot in a Wal-mart!!?? I also love that you try to show my lack of art education by quoting your Canadian art-expert friend on the "execution of the decor". (BTW- I've seen a lot of great copies executed at Wal-mart). I won't get side-tracked by who you think is better suited to judge the decor... who wants to go there? Art is so subjective. I can't just like art b/c its famous. Bottom line: I gave North Square 4 stars for the food, but the ambiance makes me cringe. Doesn't stop me from going back! read more

Another wonderful meal at my favorite neighborhood restaurant. The hangar steak was perfectly cooked (medium rare) and the Mahi Mahi was crisp on the outside and succulent on the inside. Venue is relaxed and intimate. Service is consistently first rate. Our waiter tonight, a charming young man named Jag, was helpful, attentive and charming. We will be back. read more

North Square - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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Cute, upscale diner-like atmosphere. Seems to be attached to a hotel and seems to use the restaurant amenities from the hotel (kitchen, coat check, etc) which probably explains the slow(er) service. For example, after our food came out, we asked for syrup. I thought maybe the waitress had gone to Vermont to tap some fresh from a tree, but really she probably just had to go back into the hotel kitchen to get it. The brunch menu is really nice, and I love how they include a brunch tasting option which gives you a little bit of everything. The prices seem kind of strange, as most brunch items run between $11-13 and then others are over $20. The juice and coffee is also pretty pricey in comparison to the entrees. The brunch comes with a big basket of sweet and savory breads. I couldn't help myself and nearly got full tasting the different breads. I got the french toast and it was a pretty hefty serving: 3-4 slices of challah French toast, and one pretty large link of chicken apple sausage. There was also some sliced banana on the plate, which I thought was a cute touch. While the french toast was delicious and just the right amount of crispy around the edges, it was raw and oozing on the inside. I would have sent it back but I was in a little bit of a rush, and honestly wasn't that hungry anyway, so I ate around the outsides until I was full. Overall the service was pretty slow even though there weren't many people in there. read more

I absolutely enjoyed my experience at North Square! The Food A+ The Ambiance A+ Service A+ Cleanliness AAA+ I was here on 1/19/14 to hear my friend EmilyBraden.net person who by the way is a kickass jazz performer and all around cool chick! I had made reservations for 8 ppl including myself but alas only 2 came. The staff was so accommodating and did not make me feel awkward Now down to the food! I had the steak and eggs it was great and came topped with an amazing mushroom sauce only con is I wanted a bigger piece of meat!....I'm eating vegan Monday -Friday so I wanted a cow but I digress! My friends both had the Crabmeat Eggs Benedict which gave me plate envy! A delicious bread basket came with outstanding bread and tiny tiny muffins! We all had mimosas and shared a Pistachio Creme Brûlée which was awesome I just love nuts and it was not cloyingly sweet....our bill came to $87 which was reasonable and allowed us to leave a nice tip! I visited the ladies room as I was leaving and it was spotless and smelled great! Trust me I have been to places with good food and bus station like pit stop restrooms which never see me again! North Square would make a great date spot! Alas in our ravenous hunger I just have a picture of dessert but please disregard any bad reviews and check it out for yourself....you'll thank me! read more

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I dont normally post on Yelp, but felt compelled to RAVE about the stellar service.. After strolling around the area on a Saturday evening with our 1 year old, we were turned away at many places.. We walked in and basically asked, will you seat us? Not only was the manager a total gem, he said to my daughter, she will be our future customer... And because of this service, she will! Our waiter was polite, knew the menu and the food was fabulous.. We each had something different and all of us were blown away at how delicious the food was. The best part, is that its affordable for the great portions. I don't need a "tapas" style meal every time i eat dinner, so it's a nice surprise to see generous portions now. We were visiting from Austin, and we will be back.. We already told our 4 friends who live in the area to try it.. Coming from a service industry, i know good service when i see it.. WE appreciate it and it was the best way to end our 5 night stay. THANK YOU! read more

I've been here thrice, and each time it feels like it's not quite a "hit", though I can't really say it was a "miss" either. It's adequate, though the prices are on the high side for mere adequacy. The service has had issues, and the food--while generally fine--is nothing to write home about, even if anyone still actually wrote home. If you're going to be the in the area anyway (or you're already there) and looking for a decent meal, North Square will be just fine. But I wouldn't recommend going out of your way to eat here. read more

This is more of a place to take your parents or older relatives, but it could work if you just wanted a quiet place to catch up with your friends. The place has a very distinct, very dated hotel lobby feel. The crowd here definitely leans towards older couples or trios. The service was polite but stiff. I did come a bit on the early side to meet my friends, but they were fine with seating me while I waited. I don't recommend this place when the weather is nice. It's slightly underground and feels very dark and closed off, especially when you can just barely see the sunlight peeking in and makes for a slightly depressing vibe. Our brunch orders were fine, nothing special. They have a nice variety of menu items. It took forever to flag down the server to pay the bill. Once we got the bill, I found I was charged for a tea that I did order but never received, so that got corrected. Conveniently located by Washington Square Park. read more

Walking the mean streets of the Village, I was hungry for some brunch. I couldn't find anything worthwhile on my trek, so I pulled out the trusty Yelp app on my Android. NS had 4 stars, so I said, must be good. Ran in. Sat. Ordered the breakfast sandwich and the granola/yogurt. Both were very delectable. I felt like a bad person eating so much, but it was good. Didn't care. Did the job. Will go back! read more

this is really a 3.5 star review, but i'll round up. i think this was the first time in my adult life that i've been the youngest person in a restaurant. on the other hand, my boyfriend's mom felt very comfortable here. that sums up the ambiance of the place. the food was excellent. for starters, we had the mushroom ravioli - subtle yumminess - and the spinach and mushroom salad - i love the cheese and veggie combo. on to the main courses, we had the sea scallops - the orange coconut sauce raised the tastiness to another level, the rack of lamb - really tender but was lacking some flavors, and the filet mignon - was very good. we closed out with the vanilla bread putting - not too sweet; just moist, soft, and very nice. the service was good - attentive and professional. the decor looks like a fancy version of your parents/grandparents' favorite diner. i am sure we will come back here with my boyfriend's mom, aunts, and uncles. read more

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Went here for Brunch because it was the only place that was big enough for 6 people AND takes reservations. I knew Jane would be WAY too crowded, plus I wanted to try some place new. North Square has been on my bookmark list for a while, strictly because of the brunch menu prices. They were such a great deal and the location was nice. I don't like going to the West Village much, just because I live on the UES. But, I made the trip and I didn't regret it. The place is connected to the Washington Sq hotel, I believe. They have a separate room for live Jazz during brunch, I was not seated there. But, it was a decent size and was a bit busy. It wasn't completely empty. The waitress was nice, but VERY SLOW. It took us a while to get menus. And probably more than 30 minutes to get our food. We weren't really complaining because we were chatting with each other. The Bread Basket was enough for us to munch it. It was very delicious, just like most of the reviews said. It had sourdough, cranberry, raisin bread, corn bread... So yummy! I love a good array of breads in a basket. Well, I love cards in general... Anyway, although service was slow and we had to constantly flag down the waitress, it was a nice restaurant to have brunch. We all order different things. They have a menu for regular brunch items, then lunch items, then brunch specials. Dishes ranged from $9-$25. I loved they had something for everyone. If you wanted seafood, they offered scallops. If you wanted steak, they had steak and eggs ($17) and if you wanted something fancy like lamb, they had it as a brunch special. They also had special omelets as well as regular ones. I got the sirloin burger with fries ($10). It was a bit dry, but the caramelized onions made it delicious. Maybe I should have ordered medium rare instead of medium. I would have preferred it to be more pink and juicy. My other friends got salads, omelets, steak quesadillas, and steak and eggs. They all seemed to enjoy their food very much. All in all, the food and ambiance makes up for the slow service. Brunch is somewhat meant to be slow and enjoyable anyhow. I liked the food for the prices I paid, plus being able to make reservations tops it off! The restaurant is located right at the corner of Waverly and West Washington Sq Park. Wonderful, cute location. Definitely would come back here if I'm looking to have brunch with a chatty friend! read more

I took my girlfriend here over the weekend to celebrate Valentine's Day and it did not disappoint. The food was hearty and absolutely delicious. Everything was cooked perfectly and the cocktail list is imaginative and fresh. My only complaint is that it seems our server gave up half way through the meal. After we received our entrees, we never heard from her again until she brought the check. We ordered our desserts and refreshed our drinks with the very gracious host. I'm not sure what happened, as the restaurant did not seem busy at all. With that said, we had planned on taking our time anyway, because we went to see Play Dead after dinner and there was a three hour window of time we needed to fill. So, the spotty service didn't bother either of us, but it is worth noting. read more

Felipe is an awesome server!! Food was also exactly what I needed. Cooked to perfection. Thank you Felipe!

Before our reservation at Babbo, my wife and I wanted a place to have a cocktail. North Square fit the bill and was a great place to grab a drink. When we asked to go to the bar after entering the restaurant side, we were escorted to the back cocktail loung with not problem. It was pretty quiet -- a Sunday evening -- but the bar tender was welcoming and nice. We ordered two cocktails, one from the menu and a standard cocktail. The bartender was slow in making the drinks, but it was worth it. Fresh crushed ice and an extra raspberry in my wife's raspberry mojito, and a well made classic old fashioned for me. Even though were were obviously there for just one drink before moving on, we were treated nicely left alone, but given our check quickly when needed to make our reservation. It's right on the corner of Washington Square Park so if/when we're back in the area and want a drink, we know where we'll be going. read more

When I had my first bite of the potato brandade I could not hide my smile.. I thought this place to me would be Arco Cafe to Gael Greene and The Simone to Pete Wells, but then I realized this place has been around for years and I was just never in the know. Oh well. I was expecting some stupidly lavish and snooty West-Village-hotel-restaurant, but the entrance was unassuming and the interior intimate and welcoming. I had the chopped salad as an appetizer. I enjoyed the quail eggs and appreciated the fact that the salad probably was my entire day's consumption of veggies, but there was very little dressing in the salad and to be honest the blend of vegetables was rather bizarre - jicama, carrot, celery, turnip, enoki mushrooms, the list goes on... Never thought I'd say this about a salad but it was just too much. My entree, the seared cod however was marvelous. The skin was thick but still crispy. The fish was a tad overcooked but I also like everything rare. The potato brandade on the side though. I could not get enough of it. That side alone will make me want to come back. Service was lovely. I'll admit that I only went to this restaurant because it participated in Dine Out for Heroes for the Bob Woodruff Foundation, but I am so glad I took the chance. read more

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LET ME JUST SAY I HAVE NEVER BEEN HERE!!! My daughter was coming into NY to run in the marathon. We were so excited I asked around and my cousin recommended North Square. After looking at the menu online I was really looking forward to having dinner here. I made a reservation for Saturday night about a month in advance because I didn't want to wait til the last minute. My daughter was going to the San Francisco airport when we got info that the marathon was cancelled. Luckily we caught her and she cancelled the flight. But I forgot to cancel the reservation. Saturday morning I get a call..............from North Square. The gentleman told me that they did not have power and didn't know what they would be able to feed us. I was so happy he called. That was a very nice gesture. Next time we are in NY I'll be sure to make another reservation and I'm sure the power will be on and our meal will be fabulous. Thanks New York, you will rule again. read more

I've had the jazz brunch on two occasions and both times our party of 3 were seated quickly even though this place is quite small. We all did the $20 prixe fixe brunch that comes with blood orange mimosas. The food was well prepared. I had the classic omelette with gruyere, asparagus and chorizo (you get a choice of 3 fillings) alongside home fries and baby greens. The meal came with a mixed batch of bread and scones. The scones were real winners. The first time were there, we kept getting dirty looks from some elderly women who thought they were listening to a church sermon. One of my friends became intimidated and self-conscious every time she spoke. When they began shushing us, daggers flew out of my eyes. I'm not very confrontational, but the ladies were out of line. The first time, the crowd was older, but the second time we were there it was more mixed. The music is good and the cozy atmosphere makes it a good place to catch up with some intimate friends as long as those church women aren't there. read more

Had a lovely brunch here last Sunday, despite my entire party being grouchy and disoriented from having just set the clocks ahead (the end of Daylight Savings was the night before). Brunch was absolutely spot on. I had the combo platter, or excuse me, 'tasting dish'. Pumpkin pecan pancakes, smoked sausage, eggs, and cheddar biscuit. Everything was great, though the biscuit was slightly disappointing (but what can ever live up to Red Lobster's version? Drool). Some got salads, which were very good. The Bloody Mary was a bit seafood-y tasting for me, but my parents loved it. We ate as we watched a great jazz performance from famed guitarist Gene Bertoncini, along with a lovely vocalist and talented bassist. The venue was wonderful: intimate yet spacious, and a great place to enjoy quality food and music. Just cross the street afterwards and you're in Washington Square Park. The vibe here is old-school but updated, and not a pinch of trying too hard but just getting everything right. I'll be back. read more

This is either a well-kept secret of the geriatric set or considered passe to the uber trendy set, but I'm happy either way. The ambiance is definitely old school but the food is phenomenal. And for once, a restaurant where you can have a conversation without yelling. Love. Chicken risotto, porcini cod crusted, pan seared cod... everything was delicious and expertly prepared. There's also a live jazz lounge in the back for those so inclined. read more

I came here for brunch with a friend on Sunday (the jazz brunch sold me). Upon making the reservation online, to actually book a table you need to call the restaurant to request the band room and it has to be before noon otherwise it's first come and first serve for that room. Luckily a table was available and my friend was flexible so we went. When I reached there, the place has a relatively old school feel to it, with a lot of dark decor. The band was setting up as we arrived, so for the beginning of our brunch, we were able to at least have a decent conversation at a normal volume level. My friend beat me there to the restaurant, but she said she was seated immediately with no wait. Our waiter was pretty attentive, coming quickly to take our orders and it did not take a while to get our food. The food was pretty standard NYC brunch fare, and was great in quantity, but middle of the road when it came to taste. Unfortunately my friend and I were only able to enjoy a portion of the brunch with the jazz band as we were finished fairly early into their set. Given all the brunch options in the area, I'm not sure if I'll be coming back here for the jazz or brunch. read more

The lounge is fantastic. Great spot to hang out, have a few drinks and some great food and bring your parents or grandparents. The dinner crowd is baby boomers and older and certainly more literary sophisticated. I could do without the somber musac but all is good. We went and ordered several aps. The calamari is excellent, as is their soup (cauliflower and pear). I wasn't too impressed with the duck empenadas and the tuna tartar had too much sauce (I prefer a cleaner presentation) but I would definitely head back on for a leisurely meal. read more

Based on the other reviews, this place sounds like an excellent brunch spot. But then again, I had dinner here, and thought it was more than decent. For appetizer, I had the tuna tartare. For the main, I had the lobster risotto ... and the lobster was delish. I would recommend both - for good presentation, and good portion size. The restaurant had a casual feel ... seems like a great spot to grab food and catch up with old friends. And also, just a word of caution - there are two entrances to this restaurant :-) read more

Food was fine but I can't recall one thing I got except the chocolate cake. Atmosphere: old and a little touristy Not a date place. More like a place to take your Grandmother who's visiting. read more

One of my favorite place to dine in NYC, especially for weekend brunch. The food and atmosphere are always amazing. This weekend I came for brunch with a friend and stayed for 2.5hrs when I left I realized no one tried to rush us even after I payed the bill they continued to offer coffee. Amazing service deserve 5 stars. read more

We had reserved the Deco room (private room in the hotel next to the restaurant) since it was my cousin's bachelorette dinner. Each person was $55. I calculated what my meal would have been normally in the restaurant and it was $10 more for the private setting. It's not too bad. We also had a cake made for the occasion - so I guess the $10 wasn't fully for the room. Appetizer: LOBSTER and CRAB CAKES seaweed and vegetable salad, thai curry coconut sauce The salad was delicious. It was like Asian styled pickled cucumber. The seaweed was a pleasantly surprising touch. There were two crab/lobster cakes which were good but I love crab cakes w/o fillers and these had some, but still had quite a good amount of crab/lobster meat. Entree: CORIANDER CRUSTED YELLOWFIN TUNA coconut & jasmine rice, carrots, shiitake mushrooms, wakame seaweed, citrus spiked soy sauce The server recommended this over the duck so I had went with his suggestion. It was delicious. Sliced thin and I had it cooked rare, it was like marinated sashimi. The spiked soy sauce was light and had a slight kick (or maybe it was the coriander on the tuna) but overall it was a very light but palate pleasing dish. The shiitake slices were yummy. The downfall of the dish was the coconut rice. It was a bit undercooked but flavor was complementary to the soy sauce. Dessert: CHOCOLATE MOUSSE CAKE bitter chocolate ice cream, chocolate and caramel sauce, chopped heath bar This was way too much heavy for me in the end of the meal as the portions were quite large. Should have went with the ice cream. Friend had some pretty unique flavor sorbets. It was delicious though.. the chocolate was not too sweet and the cake in the center was moist. For the celebration, there was a lemon curd cake. That was super delicious. Tart + moist! I ate my slice and 50% of my cousin's! sooooooo good! read more