Brasserie

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100 East 53rd St.
New York, NY 10022

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(212) 751-4840
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Brasserie is the ulimate dining hotspot -- exceptional fare, remarkable atmospheric flare and outstanding service. I consider myself a connoisseur of NYC dining, and I cannot exp...

Worst

pretty unexceptional and mediocre at best. that was my own experience and while I'm sure many prior diners may have indeed had a wonderful evening, this is one ny restaurant that'...

great 2/5/2004

Wonderful place! Service is devine, food is exceptional. They were even willing to make an impromtu appetizer on the spot. Will go again! Pros: food, service, bar more
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Fabulous! 1/25/2004

My husband and I went for restaurant week and had a great time, definitely good value for the price, but I'd be willing to pay more. The food was perfectly done, the presentation was lovely, and the service excellent. I recommend the pan seared red snapper and the salmon tartar, but the whole menu looks great. more
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Fabulous! 1/25/2004

My husband and I went for restaurant week and had a great time, definitely good value for the price, but I'd be willing to pay more. The food was perfectly done, the presentation was lovely, and the service excellent. I recommend the pan seared red snapper and the salmon tartar, but the whole menu looks great. more
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Do yourself a favor and go! 12/28/2003

Anyone would love this place - the menu is so diverse, any type of taste will be satisfied. It is rare to find a place where both the seafood and the meat are as top-notch as this. The service and decor are immaculate. I will attend again and again! Pros: Food, Friendly Service, Good Location more
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Do yourself a favor and go! 12/28/2003

Anyone would love this place - the menu is so diverse, any type of taste will be satisfied. It is rare to find a place where both the seafood and the meat are as top-notch as this. The service and decor are immaculate. I will attend again and again! Pros: Food, Friendly Service, Good Location more
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A Midtown Find!! 10/18/2003

My girlfriends and I came upon this fantastic lunchspot after a day of shopping while on vacation in NY. From the outside entrance, you would never know that such a unique dining room lay inside. From the television screens above the bar that snap a picture of guests as they walk in.... to the comfortable Nancy Sinatra white leather chairs , the ambience is futuristic but fun. And the food was dynamite! The french onion soup is to die for and the crab cakes were scrumptious. From the moment we walked in, the staff was completely friendly. Especially our server, a shorter guy with Buddy Holly glasses. His quirkiness and sense of humor added to our whole experience. The only negative is that the room we were sitting in seemed much warmer than the main dining room where we entered. But overall, I would definitely recommend this place to anyone. Pros: Service, Speedy, Great Food Cons: Some items overpriced, Hard to discover, Back Room is Hot. more
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A Midtown Find!! 10/17/2003

My girlfriends and I came upon this fantastic lunchspot after a day of shopping while on vacation in NY. From the outside entrance, you would never know that such a unique dining room lay inside. From the television screens above the bar that snap a picture of guests as they walk in.... to the comfortable Nancy Sinatra white leather chairs , the ambience is futuristic but fun. And the food was dynamite! The french onion soup is to die for and the crab cakes were scrumptious. From the moment we walked in, the staff was completely friendly. Especially our server, a shorter guy with Buddy Holly glasses. His quirkiness and sense of humor added to our whole experience. The only negative is that the room we were sitting in seemed much warmer than the main dining room where we entered. But overall, I would definitely recommend this place to anyone. Pros: Service, Speedy, Great Food Cons: Some items overpriced, Hard to discover, Back Room is Hot. more
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Scrummy 10/16/2003

Fab restaurant.. staff really friendly.. food gorgeous and general ambience is really buzzy! Pros: Food, Value, Staff more
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Scrummy 10/15/2003

Fab restaurant.. staff really friendly.. food gorgeous and general ambience is really buzzy! Pros: Food, Value, Staff more
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Be on the runway 9/22/2003

My lady friend loved the runway entrance that threw her picture on the multi-screen TVs. The chartreuse martini was a kick, the sea bass only adequqate, the room big and empty late on a weekday night. super trnedy, a bit chilly al around, unless I guess when it is packed at the bar. more
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Bring your megaphone to Brasserie 9/10/2003

The Brasserie reminds me of a movie set. It is crowded, noisy, and expensively constructed. It is designed to give off a hot swank restaurant feeling, but there is little substance beneath it's flashy exterior. A lot of fuss has been made about the architecture, but I found it to be odd and less than comfortable. The food is presented beautifully, but it's not extraordinary and doesn't justify the high price tag. And the place is so loud that you can barely communicate your waiter, let alone your date. If you still feel the need to go, be prepared to shout. more
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For Fun, not Fine Dining 8/28/2003

The Plateau de Fruits de Mer is among the best I've had in the U.S. The Steak Frites is excellent, though, for this dish, I don't favor the cut on offer (a strip, I believe). Fair wine list, fairly-priced, a fine bar. Like so many restaurants, it is far too noisy. In all, if you need a meal in the area, you can't go wrong in choosing Brasserie Pros: Raw Shellfish, Price Cons: Noisy more
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For Fun, not Fine Dining 8/27/2003

The Plateau de Fruits de Mer is among the best I've had in the U.S. The Steak Frites is excellent, though, for this dish, I don't favor the cut on offer (a strip, I believe). Fair wine list, fairly-priced, a fine bar. Like so many restaurants, it is far too noisy. In all, if you need a meal in the area, you can't go wrong in choosing Brasserie Pros: Raw Shellfish, Price Cons: Noisy more
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Perfectly fine, but not inspired 7/26/2003

Maybe I was longing for the old Brasserie, that used to occupy this space, or maybe I wanted to feel I was in Paris, neither of which happened. It worked well for our group. Many of us enjoyed the special lobster dinners - reasonably priced for a large lobster, steamed or broiled, accompanied by a small side of risotto. Baguettes, wrapped in a napkin, are placed on the table with French butter. They were tasteless. Drinks were good and it was particularly fun that they had a special 50% off any bottle of wine. To be fair, many people would find this perfectly acceptable, particularly if trying to please a wide assortment of tastes. The chocolate beignets are memorable and should not be missed. The place is lively but not too loud to talk, casual enough and certainly when there are specials, one of the better deals in the area. more
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Consistently Amazing 7/23/2003

As always, I loved it!! Looking for something different, our server recommended a seafood platter (a Plateau I think it was called). Not only was it gorgeous, but totally fantastic. An assortment of mussels, clams, oysters, shrimp, crabmeat, ceviche, and lobster. WOW is the best way to describe it. We had a delicious bottle of Pinot Gris to accompany this seafood extravaganza. For the main course, I had the salmon and my friend had the filet cafe de paris. Both melted in our mouths. And who can forget dessert not me. They are featuring a summer melon medley sooo light and refreshing. You cant go wrong. The Brasserie always has amazing food and friendly service, a difficult combo to find in NYC. Pros: FOOD, SERVICE, LOCATION more
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Consistently Amazing 7/22/2003

As always, I loved it!! Looking for something different, our server recommended a seafood platter (a Plateau I think it was called). Not only was it gorgeous, but totally fantastic. An assortment of mussels, clams, oysters, shrimp, crabmeat, ceviche, and lobster. WOW is the best way to describe it. We had a delicious bottle of Pinot Gris to accompany this seafood extravaganza. For the main course, I had the salmon and my friend had the filet cafe de paris. Both melted in our mouths. And who can forget dessert not me. They are featuring a summer melon medley sooo light and refreshing. You cant go wrong. The Brasserie always has amazing food and friendly service, a difficult combo to find in NYC. Pros: FOOD, SERVICE, LOCATION more
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Sushi and creme brulee 6/5/2003

Interesting combo of Japanese sushi and French entrees and desserts. No valet parking and the runway entrance was not such a big deal. The place was quite noisy and the tables are small. Perhaps tablecloths and heavy carpeting may provide some noise attenuation. Service was good and the desserts are excellent. Food was fresh the the fake French accent didn't add much. Pros: location, desserts, service Cons: noise, waiting area, no tablecloths more
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Sushi and creme brulee 6/4/2003

Interesting combo of Japanese sushi and French entrees and desserts. No valet parking and the runway entrance was not such a big deal. The place was quite noisy and the tables are small. Perhaps tablecloths and heavy carpeting may provide some noise attenuation. Service was good and the desserts are excellent. Food was fresh the the fake French accent didn't add much. Pros: location, desserts, service Cons: noise, waiting area, no tablecloths more
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HOT DATE! 5/5/2003

We used the Restaurant Associates $50 birthday gift certificate - and we enjoyed a fabulous meal! The Rib - eye melted in your mouth and the crabcakes were delicious. They make a great Caipirinha too. I will definitely recommend this restaurant, and will be back. Pros: ambience, food, cocktails more
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HOT DATE! 5/4/2003

We used the Restaurant Associates $50 birthday gift certificate - and we enjoyed a fabulous meal! The Rib - eye melted in your mouth and the crabcakes were delicious. They make a great Caipirinha too. I will definitely recommend this restaurant, and will be back. Pros: ambience, food, cocktails more
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  • In Short
    A famed architectural redesign and a seasoned chef keep this striking spaceship-like restaurant on the radar. From the catwalk entrance to the showcase of arrivals on flat...

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  • Hours: Mon-Fri:7am - 11pm Sat:11am - 11pm Sun:11am - 10pm
  • Payments: Discover, Diner's Club, American Express, Visa, Master Card
  • Neighborhoods: Midtown Center, Midtown
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