One if by Land, Two if by Sea

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17 Barrow Street
New York, NY 10014

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Best

Love the food and the romatic atmosphere. Excellent place !!

Worst

The food is rich but not outstanding. The menu is somewhat dated. The winelist is outrageously expensive. And if you aren't getting engaged here you are out of place. OIBLTIBS...

Great night out 1/30/2007

Made a reservation for restaurant week. It was really busy, but I only waited 10 minutes for a table. We were treated really well. The food was way better than I expected. Great deals on the wine list and the service was excellent. It was a bit noisy but what can you expect when everyone is there for a ""deal"" during restaurant week. I would definitely recommend it. You won't be disappointed. more
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Incredibly Disappointing 1/27/2007

It amazes us that this restaurant is able to maintain a reputation as ""one of the most romantic restaurants in New York"". Interior is dated and lighting is off. Restaurant is noisy and not conducive to a romantic evening out. Despite reservations, we waited a half hour wait and then waited an additional 20 minutes before we were even provided a menu. Service was haphazard - rushed at times and incredibly slow at other points during the meal. While waiters and staff were polite, it felt like service and attention was an afterthought at this restaurant. Food was average at best and not worth the wait or cost. There are far better places in New York to spend your time and money. Cons: Ambience, Service more
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Definitely a Romantic Night Out 1/25/2007

So i went there for Restaurant Week, and I enjoyed my time there. The place was very beautiful, from the piano in the front to the gorgeous mirrors, decorations, everything was romantic and perfect. The only downside were that we were in the back room, so the paino music was difficult to hear, and I didn't feel the atmosphere was as fairy-tale like. We didn't have drinks, and I have to say, I feel the waiter took that as a sign we weren't worth as much time as other diners. Pros: Romantic Cons: Food was mixed more
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Sorry, But They're Coasting 1/24/2007

We went there with the highest of expecations for a special night with friends. more
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great food buT BAD SERVICE!!!! 1/11/2007

the waiter came by once the whole night to ask how things were, the bus boys kinda tossed our silverware on the table and ran away, i dunno if they treated us like this because we looked young or because we were there for restaurant week and they knew they wouldn't make much money off of us,,,,, WILL NOT GO BACK!!! SERVICE SUCKED!!! Pros: romantic Cons: SERVICE, parking, SERVice, expensive, SERVICE more
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My favorite restaurant in the city 12/21/2006

I am shocked at some of the reviews here. OK, first of all, I am 26 years old and a 9-year NYC resident who likes fine dining. So not only am I young, I am also quite aware of what a good restaurant should be and can be in this city... and this is hands down my favorite restaurant in Manhattan. I have eaten here scores of times now and have always had the special, warm, romantic experience (with fantastic food, by the way) that I come for. Yes, if you want trendy this isn't it. But if you want to eat amazing food in a cozy place with old-school charm, rush to 1IBL. more
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Good Service, Terrible Food. 11/30/2006

Where to begin! Went here for a romantic dinner and was seated in the back, near the air conditioner, where it felt very cold and damp. The service was attentive, the atmosphere is nice, but the food is truly terrible. My fish was bland, the pasta was cold and tasteless. The only good thing about the meal was the creme brulee, it was pretty good. All in all it's very overpriced for what it is, and not to be an ageist it really IS not for the younger crowd. Save your money and go somewhere else. Pros: Ambience, location Cons: everything else! more
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Over priced ""sizzler"" type food 11/29/2006

We went here for our 5 year anniversary. Our bill was $250ish after tips. Food was NOT good. We like fine dining but this quality of food is NOT fine dinning material. Service was good so I have to give them credit for that. Fine dining type of service but not the food itself. I wouldn't mind paying more for good food but the food here was not a fine dinining material. Pros: cozy, attentitive service Cons: bad food quality more
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Wonderful 11/20/2006

Pricey, but wonderful food and ambience. This is fantastic place for a special occasion. Would return in a heartbeat. more
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HISTORY AND ROMANCE 11/15/2006

The most romantic restaurant in New York City - nestled on a cobblestone street in a colonial building that Aaron Burr used as a carriage house. You can almost imagine 18th century figures moving about the area. We went there for a special 1 year anniversary and it was beyond! Fine dining - classy without being stuffy. The decor is amazing as you enjoy a pre-dinner cocktail at the piano bar. The hosts are professional and friendly ... You feel warm and comfortable inside these walls. The food is perfection - try the Beef Wellington! They were very accomodating and we will definately return! more
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The Most Amazing Date Ever 11/14/2006

I've heard about One if by Land, Two if by Sea forever. My parents and grandparents have always raved about it. I've always considered myself more of a ""Jean George"" aficionado so I was skeptical when my boyfriend suggested going there for dinner. I have to say it was so nice to walk into such a historic New York City landmark. In this day and age when decor is either cold, minimalist or over the top mod, it was a comforting feeling to walk into a room with so much character, color and warmth. The staff could not have been friendlier or more educated on the menu. The tuna tartar with seared fois gros served over a grilled pineapple blew me away. I had an delicious halibut dish and my boyfriend had the beef wellington. The desserts were wonderful. Being an interior decorator the only thing I could suggest is new carpeting. Pros: Great experience more
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Overrated 9/28/2006

This place is so overrated. The interior is nice, but food is average (at best) and the hostess?? Maria is rude. They charge way too much for average food. There are better restaurants in NY Pros: interior setting Cons: rude hostess, below average food more
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Nice Ambience......very romantic 9/15/2006

""Nice"" Sums up my dining experience at One if by land. Everyting about the place leads to a special evening. The food, the service,the most romantic restuarant I have ever seen. It seems like the quintessential romantic experience. I recommend it highly to all who want to experience what New York is all about. Pros: Ambience Cons: a bit stodgy more
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Romantic and Good Food 9/13/2006

I took my sister here to celebrate her birthday and I felt a little out of place as the restaurant ambience was very romantic. I think the seating on the 1st or 2nd floor is equally nice and there was a live piano player. We ordered food from the restaurant week menu and the risotto was amazing. The bread was not too good but the pork was also delicious. My fish was excellent and the desserts were okay. The crumble was disappointing. Pros: good food, ambience Cons: very pricey more
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Romantic, Soothing Ambiance, Impeccable Service 8/24/2006

Went for my birthday and it was the perfect place to celebrate! The waitstaff was very attentive, the atmosphere and piano music very romantic, and we weren't rushed. We chose from the limited Restaurant Week Menu, and nothing was new or innovative. However, each course was served promptly, displayed beautifully, and prepared wonderfully. Cocktails were $15 each, but my chocolate martini was served in an oversized martini glass. We were even given two $20 off discount cards to use for next time. Well worth the price!! Pros: Ambience, Service, Romantic Seating Cons: Price, Menu Lacks Originality more
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Romantic Dining 8/20/2006

I brought my girlfriend here for her birthday and was immediately put off by the hostess's attitude. She was very impatient when seating us, and promptly led us to the very back and offered us a table in the far corner in an otherwise empty restaurant. After being seated at a different table, the waiter gave us a very in-depth description of the specials as well as everything on the menu. The food was delicious as was the wine, but the atmosphere was a bit too pretentious for my comfort, and the food really doesn't stand out as one of a kind in my mind. Pros: Great spot of impress a date, good food Cons: Unhappy hostess, unnecessarily pretentious atmosphere more
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Very Disappointing 8/16/2006

Three of the four in my party arrived before our 6:30 reservation, but were not permitted to sit at our table to enjoy a cocktail until our fourth arrived - despite the fact that the restaurant was virtually empty at that hour. The server was surly and inattentive. Food was mediocre at best. Don't see why this place is considered ""romantic"" either. Very disappointing. Won't be going back. more
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Sinatra is Dead 8/7/2006

This place is a colossal waste of money. Went there last night for our 1 year anniversary. I agree with the previous reviewer that compared the place to a Old Folks Home. This is definitely a holdover from a previous generation. The oak, dark carpeting, and brass are all fine. But that kind of old school taste is in the food too. That's where I draw the line. The lamb tasted like something I could've fried up at home. My wife's beef wellington might as well have been pulled out of the freezer at Gristede's. If you under 50, and appreciate good food, STAY AWAY!!! If you over that age, perhaps the Sinatra, old school ambiance might be the thing that draws you. But that's the only thing I can think of that is of any substance. more
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Overrated 7/18/2006

I brought my father to OIBL TIBS when he came to visit from out of town. The ambience is a mix of Tavern on the Green and a retirement home dining room. The wait staff were polite and professional. Our first course and dessert were good, but our entrees were all below average. The restaurant was so loud that one couldn't even hear the piano and had to speak quite loudly to have a conversation. Definitely too loud to be ""romantic."" Cons: Loud, Poor Value more
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Romantic? Only for the AARP set... 7/15/2006

Just went to this past Friday for my Birthday. The service was fine...courteous and polite. Food, was good as well, if a bit oily. Pros: Good Service, Quiet Conversation Atmosphere Cons: Dress Code, Average Age of Patrons, Decor more
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  • One if by Land, Two if by Sea has been recognized for its classic menu, long history, and beautiful decor. It is often cited as the most romantic restaurant in New York City.

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  • Since 1972, this unmarked West Village carriage house has been the setting for some of the city's most romantic meals. The sprawling wood bar, with its blazing fireplaces and a baby grand piano,...

  • 9/19/2006 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: tuesday: 05:00PM-09:30PM, wednesday: 05:00PM-09:30PM, thursday: 05:00PM-09:30PM, friday: 05:00PM-10:30PM, saturday: 05:00PM-10:30PM, sunday: 05:00PM-09:30PM
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