Gramercy Tavern

October 1, 2025

We had lunch at Gramercy Tavern on Sunday with a group of four, seated in the Tavern area rather than the formal dining room. The cocktails were a fantastic start—absolutely 5 out of 5. The staff was warm and attentive, and the atmosphere was lively and welcoming. The flatbread was excellent, one of the highlights of the meal. But overall, I was hoping for a bit more from the rest of the food. We tried the burger, pork shoulder, swordfish, tomato salad, and liver mousse. While some dishes were fine, the burger and pork shoulder in particular were disappointing and just didn’t hit the mark. The salad and mousse also felt a little ordinary. For a place with such a strong reputation—and at this price point—I expected the dishes to shine more. Still, the service and vibe were wonderful, which made the experience enjoyable overall. If I had to rate it: 5 stars for service and ambiance, but about 3 stars for the food, so overall a solid 3 stars.

October 24, 2025

I’ve been wanting to try Gramercy Tavern for a while, and it didn’t disappoint. The space is beautiful—big but warm, with a great vibe that makes it feel both lively and welcoming. Service throughout was friendly, personable, and exactly what you’d expect from a restaurant of this caliber. I went with the tasting menu, which was excellent and very seasonal. Each course came with two options, and there were some tough choices to make. The meal started strong with an amuse-bouche of oysters that were outstanding and set high expectations for the rest of the night. The beets I had as a starter were delicious and perfectly in season, and the hay-smoked gnocchi was another standout—rich, earthy, and full of flavor. The lamb was also excellent, though my portion had a bit more bone than I would’ve liked. Dessert brought things full circle with a hazelnut tart in a Concord grape sauce that was both seasonal and beautifully balanced. Overall, an outstanding dinner and a place I’d happily return to!

October 8, 2025

We had dinner at Gramercy Tavern tonight, and it was a wonderful experience from start to finish. The atmosphere felt warm, cozy, and perfectly balanced between casual and elegant. Their wine list is outstanding—one of the most diverse and carefully curated we’ve seen in a while. We ordered a Barolo, and it completely blew us away with its depth and richness. The food was equally fantastic: I had the meatballs, and my wife had the chicken—both dishes were perfectly cooked and full of flavor. Everything tasted fresh, seasonal, and thoughtfully prepared. The service was professional yet friendly, adding to the relaxed, authentic vibe of the place. The interior design felt timeless and intimate, like a hidden gem in the middle of the city. It’s the kind of restaurant where you instantly feel at home but still treated to something special. We’ll definitely be going back soon—Gramercy Tavern truly lives up to its reputation.

September 24, 2025

One of my favorite restaurants in NYC. The service was warm but professional. The food was perfect. The wine pairings were to my very picky specs. The atmosphere was quiet and the tables were spaced far from each other as not to be cramped. I’ve been to most of the Michelin starred restaurants in NYC and this I put up there with Per Se, 11 Madison, Eric Ripert’s place and Masa. Love it.

November 13, 2025

In the dining room for 3 course lunch with wine pairing. I found the service was just lacking a bit for such a fine establishment. First course was a pasta which was tasty but was let down by plate not being warmed prior to serving. The tilefish was spot on and nice and hot when served. Dessert was nice but once again let down by condensation on the plate which suggest the plate was left out in the open for a while. The wine pairing was very generic and was not tailored for the food I ordered for example, Fleurie with my fish just brought out a fishy aftertaste from an otherwise fresh piece of fish.