Plataforma Restaurant

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316 W 49th St (at nr. Eighth Ave.)
New York, NY 10019

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(212) 245-0505
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Plataforma Restaurant - New York, NY
Plataforma Restaurant - New York, NY
Plataforma Restaurant - New York, NY
Plataforma Restaurant - New York, NY
Plataforma Restaurant - New York, NY
Plataforma Restaurant - New York, NY
Plataforma Restaurant - New York, NY
Plataforma Restaurant - New York, NY
Plataforma Restaurant - New York, NY
Plataforma Restaurant - New York, NY
Plataforma Restaurant - New York, NY
Plataforma Restaurant - New York, NY
Plataforma Restaurant - New York, NY
Plataforma Restaurant - New York, NY
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Best

My family and I were walking around and found Churrascaria Plataforma. \r \r The buffet bar was outstanding.Great variety of meats, meats are so juicy and delicious; fresh from ...

Worst

Food is good (not great), the servers are great. But I have to agree with some comments over here: there's no respect for customers... the managers rush you to get you out making ...

You will get fooled 8/17/2005

Compared to the real Brazilian BBQs found in Brazil, Plataforma is a complete joke. It is extremely expensive, service is poor, they will serve you the minimum unless you complain. Having said that, the meat is good, the salad buffet is ok. But don't get fooled, they will come to you like crazy during 5 minutes serving you the poor and inexpensive meat so that you feel full immediately. Unless you are Brazilian, you don't know what the real good stuff is, and they will do their best to keep it away from you! Pros: Good meat, OK salad bar Cons: Bad service, Will get fooled, Bad value more
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BIG MEAT (big price) 7/30/2005

Service from the meat cutters is fine, but otherwise is below average -- they messed up the drink orders for 2 of the 10 I was with...we asked for more bread twice and it never came. etc. The food quality is great...fantastic salad bar (great if there is a non red meat eater in the group but...not good for vegetarians since much of it has seafood, cheese or other dairy...and the meat is fantastic., Interior is a bit cheesy...you sort of feel like you are in the dining room on ""Love Boat."" Pros: meat meat meat Cons: pricey, service more
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A bit pricey, but worth it 7/25/2005

I was eating alone, so promptly seated. The extensive salad bar was filled with delicious offerings, but beware of filling up on the cheap eats...save room for the meats. The lamb and the tenderlion are amazing. The wine list was very good, but pricey. At 50 a head plus a couple of glasses of wine, be prepared tp have an expensive night out, but well worth it for a great Churrascaria. Pros: food, atmosphere, professional staff Cons: price, price, price more
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A great idea, no follow through 7/11/2005

When I first heard about this place, I knew that I had to go. As a steak lover, it sounded like my dream. However, when I showed up for my reservations, I had to wait for over an hour to get in (on a Thursday night). The restauraunt is extremely crowded and the only time I've been in such close quarters with other diners is at a comedy club. The food as a whole is mediocre. There are some very good items, but they seem to circulate the average ones the most. Considering the price, a regular steak house is a better choice unless you're truly ready to make the most of all you can eat. Pros: good idea, some good food Cons: long wait, mostly mediocre food, cramped quarters more
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A carnivors dream! 7/10/2005

The meats keep coming and coming until you can't help but loosen your belt. For first timers, pace yourself, you don't have to eat everything they offer! A carnivors dream! more
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Informing you of cost of prix price immediately 7/9/2005

My husband printed out the from your website no mention of cost ($49.95 a person) nor did they inform us of price. I ordered ice tea and asked if I can get can get more; they bought another glass but did not inform us that they don't do refills on ice tea nor was desserts not included either. My husband notice as we got the bill that the number on the table had in small red letters, drinks and desserts were not included. Most restaurant we go to asked have you been here before if not this is how it works here, etc. etc. Unfortuanately for us we treated the other couple and boy did it blow our budget! Otherwise it was a great meal -- buffet is one of the nices selection, the meats were teriffic, turning over the disc was interesting just more communication to the new patrons. Pros: Buffet, Meats, Serve large crowds Cons: No refills on ice tea, desserts, are not included more
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Excellent prices! 6/8/2005

I don't know where in the city can you find such an amazing deal for pitchers of caipirinhas and such amazing prices for huge slabs of perfectly executed cooked beef! A total bargain! Pros: Caipirinhas Pitchers!, Beef!, More Beef! Cons: 1 Caipirinha glass, Crowded more
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Churrascaria Perfection 4/24/2005

If you don't know what a rodizio style churrascaria is, I'm not going to ruin the surprise (read the other reviews). If you do, then Plataforma will make you incredbily happy. The food, service, and atmosphere hold their own with any churrascaria I've been to in Sao Paulo or Rio. Authentic food and presentation, delicious picanha, and a very generous (and unneeded) buffet make Plataforma a sure bet for the churrascaria enthusiast. Pros: Amazing Food, Authentic Cons: Spendy more
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Excellent 3/31/2005

This place is great. My friend & I loved the salad bar. We would've been content w/ just the salad bar. The meats were excellent. Seasoned just right. The side dishes (rice, beans, polenta) were good too. The atmosphere and service were wonderful. Since, it's just across work, I'll definitely be back. It is pricey, but worth it. Pros: salad bar, service, decor more
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I love this place! 3/2/2005

Everytime I come here I am never disappointed. This place is great for groups and those with healthy appetites. I absolutely love the food here--the salad bar has a wonderful variety, the meat always tastes fresh, and the side dishes are delicious. The service here is also very good. The waitstaff is always friendly and accomodating. Worth every penny! Pros: Great for groups, Delicious food, Good atmosphere Cons: Crowded more
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Waste of Money 1/30/2005

Although I'm a meat lover I quickly realized there was no way I could possibly eat $46.95 worth of beef, chicken and fish. The salad bar is is huge as is the line waiting to get at it (expect to spend at least 15 minutes waiting in line on a busy night), the place is beyond noisy and was so crowded that it took me nearly ten minutes to work my way through the mob to get to the mens room downstairs. WHAT A ZOO! The meats were unspectacular, all pretty much tasting the same and ran the gamut from fatty and chewy to just O.K. There were no stand outs. The salad bar was impressive but again, all things considered, hardly worth the money. All in all, for the price I was very much dissapointed and will not go back. Pros: impressive salad bar Cons: overpriced, mob scene more
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Perfect for Texas Oil Men 12/3/2004

I've been to both locations a couple of times and the food is amazing. That said, this place will cost you 50 per person to sit down, not including drinks--and a refill of your diet coke is going to be another 4.00. So, unless you have real money to burn on dinner, I would not suggest this. It's not romantic. It's a place where finance men and lawyers take their brothers, fathers, mothers from the south and bachelor parties. Pros: Food is good more
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MEATLOVERS PARADISE!!! 11/16/2004

If you like meat and have a big appetite, then this is definitely the place for you. They have a really good salad/appetizer bar with everything from salads, to pastas, to sushi, to paella. EVERYTHING!! Then with your meal, you get all these sides, like steamed veggies, rice, mashed potatoes, and these really good fried bananas. Then the meat just keeps coming and coming. Its very pricey so go HUNGRY and get your moneys worth!! I say splurge on the dessert, they have a cart with an excellent selection. I recommend the Coconut cake. GO HUNGRY!! BRING MAJOR CREDIT CARD!! Pros: large selection, beautiful dining room Cons: , pricey, loud more
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MEAT LOVERS DREAM 8/11/2004

My fiance and I don't agree on much - especially when it comes to food, but we both LOVE this restaurant. Twice a year we drive into Manhattan (once for his birthday and once for mine) and treat ourselves to a truly wonderful meal. The garage across the street gives discounts to Plataforma patrons. We've always made a reservation, and have never had a problem being seated almost immediately. Waiters circle the room with HUGE hunks of meat and you can eat AS MUCH AS YOU WANT ... well, as much as you can that is. You change your coaster from red to green (green meaning - BRING ON THE MEAT!!) (I'm such a carnivore) The sides are pretty great too - I love the bananas and mashed potatoes. My only regret is that our time there seems to go so fast!! I wish I could stay ""green"" for longer. Pros: EXCELLENT MEAT, Parking Discounts, Great desserts more
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Great Group Dining 7/6/2004

Churrascaria Platforma is the ideal place for celebrations. The savvy diner should just know the come hungry and not fill up on the salad bar. It will be there during and after you try the meats so no need to hit it up immediately. Keep in mind drinks and dessert are not included in the basic price as it says on the table! I came on a Saturday night with a reservation and 6 people...Unfortunately, it took over an hour to be seated. However the manager came over and aplogized and all drinks were on him. It was really surprising as most restaurants in NY show no remorse for not honoring a reservation. Food was definitely above average. Band was a little loud, but not an ordeal. Definitely recommended. Pros: Nice Manager, Good Service, Great Sangria Cons: , Crowded Bar, Overbooked more
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Value is an issue 6/29/2004

At $45 a person for dinner, CP is not worth the money unless you are a incredible glutton who hasn't eaten for a while. Priced at $27 a head in 2001, the price of admission has soared 60% in three years. The meat is prepared very plainly and varies in quality. In other words, not every cut you have will be THE best you've ever tasted. The buffet is nice but not for $45. Two cautionary notes: bad date spot! Large groups of gluttons come here to dine and watching the feeding frenzy is hardly romantic. Second caution: order nothing from the bar. Tiny Caipirinhas cost $8.50 a pop!! All in all, if you want to spend this much money, you can get better ambience and more refined food elsewhere. CP should trim its prices. Pros: Service, Variety, Quantity Cons: , Price, Food is very plain more
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HIGHLY RECOMMENDED 6/24/2004

ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS! I've been to numerous Brazilian restaurants and this by far the BEST I've ever been to. It's better than some Brazilian restaurants in Brazil!! It's just a great atmosphere, with great live music . The staff is very polite.This place has something for everyone. I'm a complete carnivore and my boyfriend is a vegetarian. We think it's fabulous how a steak how tries to accomodated different tates. OH try the Brazilian desserts.They are yummy!! more
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Steak Heaven 6/21/2004

Don't overload at the salad bar because there is lots more to come! My Brazilian friends say this is pretty authentic. All the meats are wonderful, the salmon and turkey are great for the ""no red meat"" crowd. The sausage is terrific & I don't usually eat it. For a special treat ask for the garlic steak. Good for groups because there is something for everyone. The vegitarians can make a meal of the salad bar. Try the sides, they are interesting. This is one New York restaurant that won't disappoint. Last word of advice go easy on the capharinas!! Pros: Variety, Great Steak, Service more
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Carnivores Dream 6/17/2004

Recently back from Brazil my wife and I wanted to relive my dining experience of a Brazilian Steakhouse. With high hopes and low expectations we can to Churrasaria Platforma and were totally blown away! This resturant has the best Beef, Pork and Lamb I have had in the city. ""Salad Station"" has fresh ingredients and beautiful presentation. Waiters with meat cooked on a swoard circle the dining room to keep patrons happy. coaster that is red and green identifies if you yant more or to pass you by. Try the Brazilian drink, Caiparinnia (Pitu, lime, sugar and ice) they won't dissappoint. Pros: Staff, Service, Drinks more
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Best Of Brasil 6/14/2004

If you never been in Brasil, this is your chance to see and fell like you are there!! Friendly people all over, health food, taste like no other. If you are hungry for meat, you will find all kinds. If you just want seafood is there also. Try the seafood salad - It's unbeliveble! And for desert you got have the ACAI. Don't loose a chance to have a nice dinner - Plataforma is the best !!! more
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Editorial

  • The Scene
    The handsome, simply appointed dining room has a circus-like atmosphere, with lots of "oohs" and "aahs," clanging of silverware and waiters who relish in talking up the...

  • 6/4/2004 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: Sun-Mon-12pm-11PM Tue-Sat 12pm-12am
  • Payments: Master Card, Discover, Visa, American Express, Diner's Club
  • Neighborhoods: Midtown, Clinton
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