This past Sunday, my wife and I enjoyed an extraordinary evening at FYC/NYC, a warm, quiet restaurant in the Flatiron district at which we felt right at home from the time we walked in. We first enjoyed drinks at the bar served to us by Xanthus, one of five "Family You Choose" hands-on owners; friends who have put their experience in the restaurant business to good use. The drinks were an adventure in themselves, as they focus on serving out of the ordinary, small batch distillery spirits, making for a quite unusually tasty Manhattan. After enjoying our drinks, as we made our way to the table, Xanthus continued as our server, where we followed his recommendation and had "spartichoke" pizza appetizer, wild sole and pulled pork tacos. Not only was everything fresh and amazingly delectable I can't say enough about attentive, personable and informative the service was. For us, this was a perfect dining experience. read more

Absolutely loved it here. The bartenders//staff make the vibe! Their liquors are all craft and unique and they make delicious cocktails that taste healthy - does that even make sense? If you're looking for a drink in the neighborhood, absolutely stop by here and trust in their hands. read more

Everything was great, including our service- quick, attentive, and informative. Be could have sold water to a fish. Food was delicious with nice size portions. Tried the baguettes with an unbelievably smooth herb butter. The arugula salad is a must get for the table for those that forget their veggies. We got 3 of the side veggies (spring beans, broccolini, potatoes) and they were all fresh and well dressed. But the Wagyu burger really was next level. Plentiful, with an amazing meaty patty on brioche bun. We sat outside in their back patio and it was the perfect vibe. And of course, they had mocktails for the #sobersista Enjoyed everything about! read more

Lots of great suggestions from the bartender on drinks (we didn't have food), tried an interesting US chardonnay from Virginia. Fun staff and knowledgeable about their drinks. Thin bar and back has more space with opening to outside between the buildings. Didn't try the food this time, but will have to come back again! read more

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I was so excited to discover that someone had finally come into the old Petite Abeille space! I think FYC NYC bears a ton of potential, but didn't quite stick the landing during our evening repast. There's a lot that's going right here. The space is beautiful, the front-of-house staff are delightful, and the concept is on point. I'm not sure if they're going for a heavily queer-coded vibe, but that's what I picked up on, and I am here for it! Our server did mention that they'd recently opened and were taking advantage of the slower summer months to soft launch, which makes a ton of sense to me. I'm hoping that they'll be able to dial the bar and kitchen in before we make our way back around again. Drink-wise, I recall thinking their cocktail list was pretty slim and leaned heavily toward clear spirits. Whatever we ended up ordering was pretty forgettable, which doesn't mean much in a city teeming with truly exceptional craft cocktails. I see other reviewers raving about their wine list, so future diners might be better off sticking to the vino. Food started off pretty strong with an excellent bone marrow. The portion was generous, and the ratio of marrow to crostini was bang on. Sadly, everything else underwhelmed from there. The chianti braised veal shank tacos fell flat (I will admit to having high standards here, because I've been making sous vide carnitas tacos for the past several years), the blackpink mushrooms were soggy (and I luuuuuurve me some hen-of-the-woods), and the sole en papillote was so heavily oversalted that I felt obligated to mention it to our server. At nearly $40, I was taken aback that an ostensibly straightforward fish dish would be off the mark. Broadly, we had a pleasant dining experience, but I can't authentically give a rave review when the food was merely okay -- especially at the price point. NYC (and, especially, Manhattan) offers far too many outstanding eateries to stay afloat on just acceptable cuisine. Crossing my fingers that our experience was the unfortunate edge case, because I'd love to see FYC thrive! read more

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Truly one of the best food and service experiences Ive had in a while. I feel like sometimes in NYC everything is so meh but as soon as we sat down, everything was great! We sat outside on the patio too which was so nice and quiet. And honestly the perfect amount of light at the table even those the patio itself was dark, I never felt like it was too dark. First one guy came over to discuss the wine list and then gave us an awesome recommendation for a bottle. He had such a lovely fun energy about him, he just made the evening start off fun. Our waiter was already great and we never felt rushed, they really let us just enjoy ourselves. Then we started with the steak tartar and the baguette with butter. Let me say they do NOT skimp on the steak tartar and gave us even two little spoons to scoop it. There is only 3 slices of bread so I'm glad we got the baguette too but they did accommodate us with more bread later to finish the butter. Then we split the burger and the pasta which doesn't say pasta on the menu but it's the parmesan broth thing. SO good and my friend said the burger was one of the best she's had. It really was delicious. We live in NJ and Brooklyn but FYC is my new go to spot in Manhattan! I can't wait to come back. read more

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Cozy neighborhood bar with dim lightning, great vibe, attentive staff, large selection of wines, slim but good list of cocktails and beers. We stopped on Friday Night around midnight for a round a of drinks and got seated right away. Kitchen was closed but we got few cocktails and really liked it. Will definitely come again to try their food. read more

Last day in nyc My last meal and drinks I stop in for cocktails and dinner I order Micro green salad Bone marrow And 2 cocktail Pretty good nice ambience read more

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Service was good but food was below average. Baguettes were not good, vegetables too oily and pasta was nothing special.

I chose this place for my first meal in NYC after poring over many menus, and was mostly captivated by the "blackpink shrooms" menu item which had hen of the woods mushrooms. The restaurant was pretty empty on a Monday evening -- there were only two other parties there while we dined. The service was great and the ambience was elegant and pleasant. There was one standout dish, and a couple that I thought could be improved. Great, would get again - Wild sole en papillote ($39): This dish was amazing, no notes. The fish is perfectly tender and flavorful, the sliced potatoes underneath are vanishingly thin and melt in your mouth, and the charred lemon adds a nice zing. I'm inspired to eat more sole. Good, might get again - Scallop crudo ($21): This dish had great flavor, though maybe was missing a crunchy element. - Mushroom tacos ($19): The mushrooms were very well seasoned and cooked. This would be great for a vegetarian mushroom lover. Wouldn't get again - FYC wagyu burger ($29): While this dish had good flavor, the patty was rather tough and lean, which was unexpected for a supposedly wagyu burger. - Parmigiano broth with riccia ($25): Based on the menu description I had no idea this was a pasta dish. It was very mild in flavor, and tasted like cheese water (though perhaps I should've expected that from a "parmesan broth". - Spring beans with crispy prosciutto ($10): The prosciutto was nice but the string beans had very little flavor and were rather crunchy. - Blackpink shrooms ($12): Unfortunately the dish that got me to come to the restaurant fell short of my expectations. No flavor in the mushrooms (which was surprising given how flavorful the mushroom tacos were!). Overall I loved the sole fillet, but most of the other items didn't wow me. The cocktails are on the drier side, so the bartender made us a custom hibiscus drink that was pretty good, which we appreciated. I probably wouldn't come back here, but I'm glad I tried it! read more

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Joined a friend for dinner and was extremely impressed with the service and food! Staff was knowledge, attentive, and friendly. We tried the baguettes, scallop credo, meatballs and staffed mushrooms. All were delicious, but the Wagyu burger was the main event. Patty was perfectly cooked and dressed with a delicious bun. Looking forward to coming back and trying more entrees! read more

Great food and fantastic service. The ambiance was very mellow and we will be back once the heaters are set up on the patio! read more

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Came here in a Monday night at 5:30pm and it was empty so we had the whole restaurant to ourselves! I had their Wild Sole papillote and it was super tender and juicy. Also tried their drinks - loved the "Piper, No!" (iykyk) with calamansi and rum. Will be back next time to try more food items read more

The food was good, though the burger I had wasn't particularly memorable. That said, the service was impeccable, and the wine selection was great. The ambiance was interesting--slightly cramped, but not to the point of being uncomfortable. read more

this cocktail bar and restaurant just opened and it's an adorable spot with a killer wine selection, amazing cocktails, wonderful food, and truly kind staff. to drink i got the Girls on Film, kind of their take on a Sptriz, which was super refreshing and totally unique! the wine selection was the most impressive to me. they have stuff from ALL over the world and some really cool stuff i hadn't heard of. so id recommend if you're looking for some cool wine! the food menu is super fresh and really unique too!they also offer a tasting menu for $105, which is 4 courses that the chef picks. looked like an incredible deal to me as all the food looked great and the staff is really great so you know they will pick great stuff for you. beautiful inside and they have an stunning patio outback. great for date night or to stop by with some friends for snacks and wine! read more

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Solid food and cocktails. Impeccible service!!! Everyone was so nice and accommodating!! Was lively and cute vibes. Excited for the back to open when it's warm out! read more

This place is such a find! We came here looking for another bar and were blown away! The staff is amazing and the cocktails are WOW! Ask for the Ex in Provence! Didn't eat but the food smelled good, esp the meatballs. read more

Amazing food, wine and service. Great space with patio seating. Everything we ordered was delicious, especially loved the meatballs, sole, veal shank which was a special.. as well as cristini and scallop crudo as starters. read more

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I spied Steak Tartare on the menu...it was one of the best version I've ever had. Pomme frites w/ lemon aoili were a perfect accompianment. A glass of Aglianico was sublime. Service was relaxed yet just right. My husband had the Wagyu burger--he said it was good not great. I can't wait to go back & try some other dishes. The only down side....when I looked at their menu online, no prices were listed and almost decided not to try it but one reviewer mentioned it wasn't too expensive. read more

We loved our experience at FYC/NYC. The food was fantastic. The service was exceptional. There is a fun vibe in the restaurant thanks to the staff and the well-curated dining room. The meatballs are a true standout and a dish I'd get every time. The parm pasta was excellent and the mushroom tacos are filled with umami. Those are mushroom tacos for meat eaters too. The chicken was moist and the sole in papillote was buttery. The cocktails are a must here as well. Perfectly crafted and classy. Look forward to going back here! read more

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I assume that their real business must involve something other than serving customers. We were there for three hours and were the only customers. Certainly we would never return. Good was mediocre at best and it took well over an hour to receive our main courses after we finished our appetizers. read more

Food and drinks were delish! Service was excellent. We got the mushroom tacos, wagyu burger and the pasta - all were great. Berries sabayon for dessert - incredible. I was in the mood for a citrus vodka cocktail and they whipped one up using house ingredients - which I loved. It's a new restaurant in the area and it seems like they're still figuring things out - the back room desperately needs better lighting because it's very dark at night (but if you go before sundown that won't be a problem because of their big gorgeous windows) and their plating needs to be upgraded (specially the mushroom tacos). But would def suggest giving them a try. read more

Incredibly nice staff. Beautiful space. Music levels are just right. Food was excellent across the board; particularly high marks for the roast chicken. This place should be packed every night and the only reason it's not is the slightly vacant neighborhood. Go there now, bring friends and keep a great little restaurant open. read more

Great vibes and even better drinks. We came here before going to a popular speakeasy next door and came back a second time because we liked it so much more. read more

I brought my mom to FYC for an early Mother's Day dinner and it couldn't have been more lovely. The staff was warm and welcoming from the moment we walked in the door making us feel like we were part of their family. The decor is chic and sophisticated, but the warm glow of the lighting makes it feel warm and cozy. And the food... oh my goodness... everything was delicious and eclectic right down to the specially spiced butter that came with the bread at the beginning. Highly recommend. Stop by, they'll make you feel like you're part of the family they choose. read more

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This was my 4th visit to FYC and this time I brought a friend visiting from Kansas. We had an amazing dinner experience on the patio. What an unexpected breath of fresh air and charm in the middle of Manhattan. We started with Mona's Triple Threat Meatballs. Truly a favorite. My friend raved about his choice of the Coffee crusted Filet Mignon. I was tempted to have the Wagyu burger again - I so love it - but wanted to experience more of the menu and tried, and was delighted with, the Wild Sole in Papillote. A special favorite of ours was the blistered zucchini and cherry tomatoes. The welcome and service was excellent and accommodating. We only had a little over an hour to eat as we had Broadway tickets. Our server explained the menu options clearly and had the food out in plenty of time for us to enjoy our dinner and get to the show. No time, though, for dessert. Next visit. Highly recommend FYC. read more

Staff are so welcoming and attentive. Perfect for a date night. I've had several dishes, having been twice since their recent opening.

Point in New York. I've seen a lot of restaurants come and go. Last night, I had the wonderful experience of dining. At FYC NYC. Everything, was top. The food was delicious the wine fantastic the ambience the music everything was so wonderful. I do hope you try it. You won't be disappointed. It is truly a gem. Definitely check it out! read more

Always try to check out a new restaurant whenever we're down here in the City. FYC was a great surprise. Love the patio. It felt spacious, which is kinda rare in the city, and super relaxing. The food and the service were also outstanding. Highly recomend. read more

FYC is a beautiful space and the food, drinks and service were all top notch. Their bartender made us some fantastic cocktails and their sommelier picked out some perfect wines for us. The food was excellent across the board, but notable favorites were the scallop crudo, the wild sole, and the parmigiana both and riccia. The sole in particular was incredible, almost melting in the mouth. The mushrooms are also a must order from the sides. We sat on the patio which they've done a great job of building out - it was easy to forget we were in New York City, and the exposed brick and beautifully lit and laid out inside felt classy and elegant without being pretentious. Finally, a note on the service: our waiter was attentive, without being intrusive, did a superb job walking us through the menu - his enthusiasm was infectious, and made some great recommendations. In short, we had a wonderful evening and already have a reservation to return. read more