An Australian living in New York I have visited 20 leading restaurants in NY in the past month. Cafe des Artistes is an 'experience' not to be missed. Intimate, sophisticated (romantic) dining with very good service. Competent but not uplifting food is a disappointing aspect and the restaurant manager/owner needs to take stock of their current team in the kitchen. Having said that the escargot was excellent but something as simple as a New York sirloin was inferior meat and/or overcooked...ordered rare and best described as medium. If you cannot get the simple dishes 'right' there must be concerns...our table of 4 all had similar views of their meals. OK but not good enough for the prices charged. Wine list was good and service attentive. Please...I want to go back...tell me when the chefs are on their game!
Pros: Wonderful ambience and 'buzz'
Cons: Mediocre food
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