| ambiance |
96.66999816894531% positive |
- “
They have a very extensive drink list as well as great music and a nice, relaxing atmosphere. ”
- “
This is a great place for a romantic evening. ”
- “
(Read: clean plate club) The service is extremely friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere gives it that relaxing, neighborhood vibe. ”
- “
Cozy and romantic, it offers multiple seating options to suit your mood and the circumstances -- a back-room hideway, a semi-formal dining room, a long bar for drinkers and solo diners, a lounge area (with a fireplace for those cold winter nights), and tw ”
- “
It's a cozy restaurant, food is good and they make good litchee martinis but as the waiters spend more time chatting with each other than taking orders, it's very hard to get served. ”
- “
the underlit marble added a great ambience to the restaurant. ”
- “
Great romantic spot, amazing service ”
- “
chose the Black Duck as the venue for a romantic meal with new special lady in my life. ”
- “
The Duck is great for both intimate, romantic dinners as well as larger gatherings (nice big banquettes in the back corners). ”
- “
The atmosphere is low-lit and cozy with a beautiful bar, though you may have to search to find the place - signage is virtually nonexistant. ”
- “
Even the desserts deserve a standing "O." With an atmosphere that is is relaxing and spacious and a staff that is friendly and inviting - this place is a real find. ”
- “
Hospitality was outstanding, the food was absolutely delicious & the atmosphere was simply cozy & everything that we could have ever hoped for! ”
- “
Add this to the outstanding atmosphere and very chill live Brazillian jazz (on weekends) and I would not hesitate to recomend this to anyone looking for a wonderful dining experience. ”
- “
All very nicely executed and delicious, served by a cordial but not effusive server, in a relaxing, unrushed romantic atmosphere. ”
- “
We sat on the most comfortable, burgundy velvet couch sipping on Mojitos. ”
|
| dessert |
85.71000099182129% positive |
- “
but dessert was not very good. ”
- “
had the shrimp/crab cake appetizer which was delicious, it was light. ”
- “
had the crab cake which was light & flaky, lobster ravioli which melted in my mouth was scrumptious. ”
- “
ordered the crab cake appetizer with an amazing apple salad (it was the best crab cake I ever had), my entree was the espresso rubbed fitet mignon. ”
- “
Even the desserts deserve a standing "O." With an atmosphere that is is relaxing and spacious and a staff that is friendly and inviting - this place is a real find. ”
- “
We started with the crab and shrimp cake appetizer, which was excellent. ”
- “
The chocolate filling inside of the oozed all over the plate, and if I were not in public i would of cleaned the plate with my tounge. ”
|
| drinks |
92.15999603271484% positive |
- “
had the espresso rubbed fliet mignon and my boyfriend had the most amazing pork chops. ”
- “
lived next door and loved to go down for a drink at their uplit marble bar under the beautiful lighting or sit by the fireplace when the live band is not playing. ”
- “
This is a beautiful little hotel bar and restaurant. ”
- “
Good food, good drinks but bad service ”
- “
Some favorite dishes(mushroom salad,duck confit,seared tuna,espresso rubbed filet migon) ”
- “
ordered the crab cake appetizer with an amazing apple salad (it was the best crab cake I ever had), my entree was the espresso rubbed fitet mignon. ”
- “
He introduced himself as Richard and showed us a beautiful table where we for the next few hours gorged ourselves on a delicious wine men you and nuevo- american cuisine. ”
- “
Great drinks and friendly staff. ”
- “
The atmosphere is low-lit and cozy with a beautiful bar, though you may have to search to find the place - signage is virtually nonexistant. ”
- “
The bar was amazing, and surprsingingly full for a Monday night. ”
- “
excellent drinks and specials and great food. ”
- “
Cozy and romantic, it offers multiple seating options to suit your mood and the circumstances -- a back-room hideway, a semi-formal dining room, a long bar for drinkers and solo diners, a lounge area (with a fireplace for those cold winter nights), and tw ”
- “
the bar was amazing. ”
- “
They have a very extensive drink list as well as great music and a nice, relaxing atmosphere. ”
- “
Had the Espresso rubbed filet mignon but can't really taste the espresso, but it was still very good filet mignon. ”
- “
The Black Duck is a great date place, whether going for dinner or just for a drink at their huge, antique-ish bar. ”
- “
The drinks were good and the bartender pours deep glasses of single malt scotch. ”
|
| food quality |
92.2599983215332% positive |
- “
had the shrimp/crab cake appetizer which was delicious, it was light. ”
- “
Servers are always nice and they know their food. ”
- “
The breast was pan seared on the skin side so it was very crispy and tender inside served on parsnip puree, yumm, and with an excellent Pomegranate Apple Cider sauce; it also comes with the duck leg prepared as a very well executed confit. ”
- “
The food was delicious (I love see food) and the service was excellent. ”
- “
Great food. ”
- “
It's a cozy restaurant, food is good and they make good litchee martinis but as the waiters spend more time chatting with each other than taking orders, it's very hard to get served. ”
- “
had the crab cake which was light & flaky, lobster ravioli which melted in my mouth was scrumptious. ”
- “
The steak was cooked just as i asked, and my wife's fish looked so good i wanted to trade my plate for hers. ”
- “
And the food was excellent. ”
- “
Loved the food! ”
- “
also ate the fish, which my friend thought was a little dry. ”
- “
the food was mediocre at best. ”
- “
It's really fresh, not over-cooked, and has the most wonderful combinations of ingredients that compliment the dish. ”
- “
I've tried over half the menu and each time my meal has been memorable. ”
- “
Hospitality was outstanding, the food was absolutely delicious & the atmosphere was simply cozy & everything that we could have ever hoped for! ”
- “
Excellent cuisine ”
- “
While we're not seasoned reviewers, this was the best meal of our lives. ”
- “
Simply put everything is Amazing,from the hospitable staff,the live music,and the wonderully presented fresh food. ”
- “
The food was superb. ”
- “
Besides Le Bernadin, the best and most expensive seafood restaurant in New York, The Black Duck serves the most phenomenal fresh fish ever. ”
- “
ordered the crab cake appetizer with an amazing apple salad (it was the best crab cake I ever had), my entree was the espresso rubbed fitet mignon. ”
- “
The 1 chicken entree was superb, and the blackened mahi mahi was quite tasty. ”
- “
The food was good, not outstanding. ”
- “
Reservations early on a saturday night, was seated next to the servers station although the restaurant was empty, impersonal service, inappropriate music ( rock) made the room noisy, main course was delicious ”
- “
Every dish we had was fresh and had outstanding flavors. ”
- “
If you like food or have any sense whatsoever never eat at the black duck. ”
- “
All very nicely executed and delicious, served by a cordial but not effusive server, in a relaxing, unrushed romantic atmosphere. ”
- “
paid my second visit to Black Duck last night after a excellent meal several months back. ”
- “
We had our beverages and bread basket refreshed in a timely and non-intrusive manner, which made for a very refreshing dining experience. ”
- “
had the espresso rubbed fliet mignon and my boyfriend had the most amazing pork chops. ”
- “
Me and my friends will most definitely return for another great get-together and delicious meal ! ”
- “
The food was fresh and well-prepared, although the portion sizes were rather small (especially for the money). ”
- “
Among us, we ordered a large sampling of the menu, and everyone thoroughly enjoyed their meal. ”
- “
He introduced himself as Richard and showed us a beautiful table where we for the next few hours gorged ourselves on a delicious wine men you and nuevo- american cuisine. ”
- “
Extremely tasty dish. ”
- “
The food was good but not great. ”
- “
The food was delicious, I had the wasabi tuna which was the best I ever had in New York. ”
- “
All the food was cooked with the immaculate perfection and flavorful nuances that only a "seasoned" chef bestows on every dish. ”
- “
Agreed that the dining room is nice and the tunes are good, but I can only rate the food slightly above average. ”
- “
My Girlfriend raved over the burger, while my friend said the halibut was fresh from the boat. ”
- “
Then came the food the apps were awesome(chinese crab salad)! ”
- “
Some favorite dishes(mushroom salad,duck confit,seared tuna,espresso rubbed filet migon) ”
- “
excellent drinks and specials and great food. ”
- “
The service was friendly and timely, the food was great. ”
- “
Not only was the food delicious,but it was well priced. ”
- “
The Black Duck is mostly known for it's excellent seafood and was just listed under Best Clam Chowders in Best of City Search, I noticed, but this dinner-only restaurant has really high quality steaks too (Filet Mignon, NY Strip, Surf & Turf which is Tuna ”
- “
The food was outstanding and the service was tops. ”
- “
Good food, good drinks but bad service ”
- “
chose the Black Duck as the venue for a romantic meal with new special lady in my life. ”
- “
We started with the crab and shrimp cake appetizer, which was excellent. ”
- “
The food is artfully prepared and a wonderful treat for the taste buds. ”
- “
It took us 4 hrs to get our meal that was cold, stale and tasteless. ”
- “
the food was awesome. ”
- “
Had the mushroom salad which was ok, but the asparagus were warm (nice) and the mushrooms freezing (bad). ”
- “
How can one not love a place with creative dishes without the expensive pricing? ”
- “
It is a superb, laid back place with fantastic food, attentive service, and a nice feel. ”
|
| menu variety |
90.0% positive |
- “
Among us, we ordered a large sampling of the menu, and everyone thoroughly enjoyed their meal. ”
- “
From the $85 per person prefix menu, the appetizers, yellowtail, clams, & scallops were pretty good. ”
- “
Cozy and romantic, it offers multiple seating options to suit your mood and the circumstances -- a back-room hideway, a semi-formal dining room, a long bar for drinkers and solo diners, a lounge area (with a fireplace for those cold winter nights), and tw ”
- “
They have a very extensive drink list as well as great music and a nice, relaxing atmosphere. ”
- “
I've tried over half the menu and each time my meal has been memorable. ”
|
| overall |
94.44000244140625% positive |
- “
This is a great place for a romantic evening. ”
- “
the underlit marble added a great ambience to the restaurant. ”
- “
The Black Duck is a great date place, whether going for dinner or just for a drink at their huge, antique-ish bar. ”
- “
With proper management this could be a great restaurant. ”
- “
Besides Le Bernadin, the best and most expensive seafood restaurant in New York, The Black Duck serves the most phenomenal fresh fish ever. ”
- “
This Could be a great restaurant ”
|
| return potential |
66.66999816894531% positive |
- “
can't wait to go back and have recommended this delightful place to all my friends and colleagues! ”
- “
can't recommend "Black Duck" highly enough, but *don't tell your friends* -- I don't want it to be too crowded for my return visit :) ”
- “
Me and my friends will most definitely return for another great get-together and delicious meal ! ”
|
| service |
94.61000442504883% positive |
- “
(Read: clean plate club) The service is extremely friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere gives it that relaxing, neighborhood vibe. ”
- “
The food was delicious (I love see food) and the service was excellent. ”
- “
It is a superb, laid back place with fantastic food, attentive service, and a nice feel. ”
- “
Even the desserts deserve a standing "O." With an atmosphere that is is relaxing and spacious and a staff that is friendly and inviting - this place is a real find. ”
- “
the staff was friendly. ”
- “
Great drinks and friendly staff. ”
- “
The service was excellent too. ”
- “
Good food, good drinks but bad service ”
- “
The service was friendly and efficient. ”
- “
Great romantic spot, amazing service ”
- “
The atmospher and the service was great, staff was very pleasant. ”
- “
The service was excellent. ”
- “
Simply put everything is Amazing,from the hospitable staff,the live music,and the wonderully presented fresh food. ”
- “
The service was outstanding & Richard, was very accomidating to our needs and wants. ”
- “
and the service was great. ”
- “
Reservations early on a saturday night, was seated next to the servers station although the restaurant was empty, impersonal service, inappropriate music ( rock) made the room noisy, main course was delicious ”
- “
The waiter made wonderful suggestions. ”
- “
The staff was VERY friendly. ”
- “
It has a beautifully lit marble surface, a fabulous bartender (named Matt or Marc?) ”
- “
BD staff quickly accommodated and was pleasant througout. ”
- “
and the help is rude and inconsiderate. ”
- “
Service was attentive and friendly, whether the hostess, waitstaff or bartenders. ”
- “
great customer service ”
- “
Some of the best service in New York, period. ”
- “
The hostess was even less helpful, preferring to gaze into space rather than to help customers. ”
- “
The intimate setting and gracious staff made for a perfect evening. ”
- “
would recommend this restaurant for its superv service. ”
- “
The drinks were good and the bartender pours deep glasses of single malt scotch. ”
- “
The service was friendly and timely, the food was great. ”
- “
The wait staff is attentive, but not obtrusive. ”
- “
All very nicely executed and delicious, served by a cordial but not effusive server, in a relaxing, unrushed romantic atmosphere. ”
- “
Food was good, but, in the business environment, the service was what really counted. ”
- “
It's a cozy restaurant, food is good and they make good litchee martinis but as the waiters spend more time chatting with each other than taking orders, it's very hard to get served. ”
- “
The food was outstanding and the service was tops. ”
|
| value |
75.0% positive |
- “
How can one not love a place with creative dishes without the expensive pricing? ”
- “
The food was fresh and well-prepared, although the portion sizes were rather small (especially for the money). ”
- “
Besides Le Bernadin, the best and most expensive seafood restaurant in New York, The Black Duck serves the most phenomenal fresh fish ever. ”
- “
The Black Duck is a great date place, whether going for dinner or just for a drink at their huge, antique-ish bar. ”
|
| wait time |
25.0% positive |
- “
Cozy and romantic, it offers multiple seating options to suit your mood and the circumstances -- a back-room hideway, a semi-formal dining room, a long bar for drinkers and solo diners, a lounge area (with a fireplace for those cold winter nights), and tw ”
- “
It seemed Extremely slow in the begining and now the exact opposite. ”
|
Deals
share
@blackduckny | Facebook |