Thalassa Restaurant

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179 Franklin St (at Greenwich Street and Hudson Street)
New York, NY 10013

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(212) 941-7661
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Thalassa Restaurant - New York, NY
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Best

Thalassa is the best Greek restaurant in New York. Fresh amazing food followed by amazing service! Must try this restaurant!

Worst

I went to this place on a Tuesday, and it was empty (only 3 or 4 tables), so ambience was kind of cold. I sat at the bar to wait for my friend and asked fo a glass of Chardonnay. ...

Absolutely spectacular seafood 6/4/2006

my girlfriend brought me here for my birthday and i was beyond satisfied. the decor was wonderful along with the place not being overcrowded. the waiter was also very helpful and convinced us to try the sweetbread as an appetizer which pleasantly surprised us. for the main course i had probably the largest shrimp i've ever seen grilled up along with the risotto. overall a great experience. Pros: grilled seafood, service, romantic and quiet more
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Absolutely spectacular seafood 6/4/2006

my girlfriend brought me here for my birthday and i was beyond satisfied. the decor was wonderful along with the place not being overcrowded. the waiter was also very helpful and convinced us to try the sweetbread as an appetizer which pleasantly surprised us. for the main course i had probably the largest shrimp i've ever seen grilled up along with the risotto. overall a great experience. Pros: grilled seafood, service, romantic and quiet more
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Wonderful Experience 3/6/2006

Went during restaurant week and had a great meal. Food was very well done we added the meze plate for starter and it was beautifully presented as well as delish! We were both pleased with our entrees and the attentativeness of the waiter was perfect. Not too much and we were never lacking for anything. Planning to revisit very soon. Pros: Food, Serivce, Ambiance Cons: None more
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Wonderful Experience 3/6/2006

Went during restaurant week and had a great meal. Food was very well done we added the meze plate for starter and it was beautifully presented as well as delish! We were both pleased with our entrees and the attentativeness of the waiter was perfect. Not too much and we were never lacking for anything. Planning to revisit very soon. Pros: Food, Serivce, Ambiance more
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Hidden Treasure - Best Seafood in NYC 1/25/2006

Celebrated my birthday with 2 other couples, What a pleasant, fantastic experience we all had at Thalassa. Even the comments from neighboring tables where just like ours, fantastic, Superb Dishes, Freshest, Unique Fish Staff was very accommodating with everything. My boyfriend selected an amazing Greek Wine, the name was something like Magic, we started with the white then the sommelier moved us into a Red, Rapsani Grand Reserve from Mt Olympus we all felt like we where drinking & eating with the Greek GodsGreat place cant wait to go back very soon. Pros: Fresh, Wines - Svc, Bathrooms -Decor Cons: NON more
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Hidden Treasure - Best Seafood in NYC 1/24/2006

Celebrated my birthday with 2 other couples, What a pleasant, fantastic experience we all had at Thalassa. Even the comments from neighboring tables where just like ours, fantastic, Superb Dishes, Freshest, Unique Fish Staff was very accommodating with everything. My boyfriend selected an amazing Greek Wine, the name was something like Magic, we started with the white then the sommelier moved us into a Red, Rapsani Grand Reserve from Mt Olympus we all felt like we where drinking & eating with the Greek GodsGreat place cant wait to go back very soon. Pros: Fresh, Wines - Svc, Bathrooms -Decor Cons: NON more
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Lovely Bar Atmosphere 11/30/2005

I enjoy having drinks with my girlfriends in the beautifully-decorated, relaxing bar/lounge area of this restaurant from time to time. Excellent bartenders and an expansive wine list make for a good mix. One can sit either at either the long, marble bar (frequently decorated with rose petals, a nice touch), or if immediacy of service is not an issue, in the relaxing lounge area by the front window. The only thing preventing Thalassa from becoming my regular hang-out is the proximity of an obsequious and slightly creepy maitre d', but given all the plusses of this place, he's easy enough to ignore. Pros: Interesting Wine List, Romantic, Relaxed Pace Cons: Somewhat Expensive more
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Lovely Bar Atmosphere 11/30/2005

I enjoy having drinks with my girlfriends in the beautifully-decorated, relaxing bar/lounge area of this restaurant from time to time. Excellent bartenders and an expansive wine list make for a good mix. One can sit either at either the long, marble bar (frequently decorated with rose petals, a nice touch), or if immediacy of service is not an issue, in the relaxing lounge area by the front window. The only thing preventing Thalassa from becoming my regular hang-out is the proximity of an obsequious and slightly creepy maitre d', but given all the plusses of this place, he's easy enough to ignore. Pros: Interesting Wine List, Romantic, Relaxed Pace Cons: Somewhat Expensive more
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Delicious, Unique, Romantic 11/16/2005

I took my wife here after hearing nice things from co-workers. Since we are both seafood lovers we were hoping for the best.....we weren't disappointed. I had a delicious lobster dish and my wife had sole roasted in olive oil. Both were extremely tasty. The wine list was excellent and the service was very attentive. We'd definitely go back again. Pros: seafood, wine list, service more
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Delicious, Unique, Romantic 11/15/2005

I took my wife here after hearing nice things from co-workers. Since we are both seafood lovers we were hoping for the best.....we weren't disappointed. I had a delicious lobster dish and my wife had sole roasted in olive oil. Both were extremely tasty. The wine list was excellent and the service was very attentive. We'd definitely go back again. Pros: seafood, wine list, service more
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horrible service! 11/11/2005

with 8:30 reservations for my birthday, we were not seated for another hour. our appetizers came out relatively quickly, but it was near impossible to get a hold of a waiter to order and get our drinks. after waiting over an hour for our entrees to arrive, we just gave up and asked for the check. there was no excuse for such extended waits, given that other (LARGER) parties who had arrived after we did, were already done with their meals. not until we asked for our check did the waiter start coming out with entrees. we declined and received NO apology for the poor service. after the horrible experience, the manager didn't even have the courtesy to acknowledge the bad situation. there was NO excuse for our poor treatment. they ruined our nights and left us hungry and searching for food at midnight. ok food, HORRIBLE SERVICE AND MANNERS! Cons: service more
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horrible service! 11/10/2005

with 8:30 reservations for my birthday, we were not seated for another hour. our appetizers came out relatively quickly, but it was near impossible to get a hold of a waiter to order and get our drinks. after waiting over an hour for our entrees to arrive, we just gave up and asked for the check. there was no excuse for such extended waits, given that other (LARGER) parties who had arrived after we did, were already done with their meals. not until we asked for our check did the waiter start coming out with entrees. we declined and received NO apology for the poor service. after the horrible experience, the manager didn't even have the courtesy to acknowledge the bad situation. there was NO excuse for our poor treatment. they ruined our nights and left us hungry and searching for food at midnight. ok food, HORRIBLE SERVICE AND MANNERS! Pros: none Cons: service more
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Greek--But Not 11/7/2005

A wonderful evening was spent at Thalassa. An upscale restaurant with spacious well appointed decor, excellent service and eceptionally well prepared food. The wine menu was overpriced--unless you order the moderately priced Greek Wines. Request the Wine Steward to suggest a wine from the wide selection of Greek Wines. We found our Greek wine to be surprisingly good!! This is essentially a fish restaurant --not your typcial Greek food. The fish dishes were outstanding!!! Pros: Service, Food, Ambience more
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Greek--But Not 11/6/2005

A wonderful evening was spent at Thalassa. An upscale restaurant with spacious well appointed decor, excellent service and eceptionally well prepared food. The wine menu was overpriced--unless you order the moderately priced Greek Wines. Request the Wine Steward to suggest a wine from the wide selection of Greek Wines. We found our Greek wine to be surprisingly good!! This is essentially a fish restaurant --not your typcial Greek food. The fish dishes were outstanding!!! Pros: Service, Food, Ambience more
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It really is a beautiful restaurant. 10/27/2005

I went here for my good friend's birthday and had a lovely experience. The drinks were exotic and the food was delicious. Let's not forgot how beautiful the actual restaurant looks on the inside. The only downside is that the restrooms are located in the lower level far far away (think of a maze). Pros: Atmosphere, Service, Food presentation Cons: Location more
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It really is a beautiful restaurant. 10/26/2005

I went here for my good friend's birthday and had a lovely experience. The drinks were exotic and the food was delicious. Let's not forgot how beautiful the actual restaurant looks on the inside. The only downside is that the restrooms are located in the lower level far far away (think of a maze). Pros: Atmosphere, Service, Food presentation Cons: Location more
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A Greek Experience 9/16/2005

We went during restaurant week and it was a good experience. The deco and ambiance is beautiful and impressive. The food was good but you have to be willing to try different things. Great spot for large groups. The service is excellent. A tad expensive but it comes with the territory! I give 3 stars *** Pros: Ambience, Service Cons: cost more
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A Greek Experience 9/15/2005

We went during restaurant week and it was a good experience. The deco and ambiance is beautiful and impressive. The food was good but you have to be willing to try different things. Great spot for large groups. The service is excellent. A tad expensive but it comes with the territory! I give 3 stars *** Pros: Ambience, Service Cons: cost more
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Great place! 8/31/2005

I went here last week with my sister to try out the restaurant week prix-fixe menu. The $35 dinner was well spent. The food overall is above average but not awesomely great... I had the fish which was abit overcooked and the desert was way too sweet for our taste. However, the lamb my sister had was quite good. Also, they have excellent cocktail menu and we wanted to try all of them! The crazy apple martini was memorable. The waiter was attentive but not overbearing and gave good recommendations on the cocktails. The down-stair private party area seems conducive to a group gathering for special events. Pros: Cocktail, Ambience, Service Cons: Location more
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Great place! 8/31/2005

I went here last week with my sister to try out the restaurant week prix-fixe menu. The $35 dinner was well spent. The food overall is above average but not awesomely great... I had the fish which was abit overcooked and the desert was way too sweet for our taste. However, the lamb my sister had was quite good. Also, they have excellent cocktail menu and we wanted to try all of them! The crazy apple martini was memorable. The waiter was attentive but not overbearing and gave good recommendations on the cocktails. The down-stair private party area seems conducive to a group gathering for special events. Pros: Cocktail, Ambience, Service Cons: Location more
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Editorial

  • The Scene
    White sails pulled taut overhead, honey-colored wood plank floors, a marble bar--it feels like dining aboard a beautifully restored sailboat. The lighting is flattering, the crowd somewhat serious and service generally attentive and well-meaning.

    The Food
    If the decor isn't hint enough, the fresh fish packed in ice just to the left of the bar will erase any uncertainty: Seafood is the house specialty, and it's reliably fresh. Start off with feta-stuffed grilled calamari, tender, subtly sweet veal dolmas or rare scallops wrapped in shredded phyllo dough and served with a tangy caper sauce. If they've got it, order the lethrini, a delicate white fish, simply perfect when grilled and drizzled with lemon and olive oil. The hearty braised lamb shank is irresistible as well. Don't miss almond baklava for dessert.

  • 7/22/2004 Provided by Citysearch
Additional information
  • Hours: Mon-Thu 6pm-11pm Fri-Sat 6pm-12:00am
  • Payments: American Express, Visa, Master Card, Discover
  • Neighborhoods: Downtown, Tribeca
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