Nougatine at Jean Georges

09/15/11

disappointment

by conniebayer

the food was bland, sometimes over cooked and the service, what can i say? service? it was barely there...i thought that in a trump hotel we would have had first class in all departments...i willnot return nor will i recommend this third rate restaurant

09/26/10

Nice but not perfect

by ABChowhound

I took my parents to Nougatine for the prix fixe dinner--a first-time visit for all of us. While the space is beautiful, and you do feel like you are experiencing something special just by being there, I was not blown away by all of the food. My chicken entree, while beautifully presented, was actually somewhat bland. And there was a scale in my tuna tartare, which I quickly tried to hide from my dinner companions, who were trying this dish for the first time at my urging. However, the meal was a positive experience overall, especially considering the special price.

09/18/09

Not that impressed

by rockstar1974

We went also for the pre fixe menu at 6:30 pm. My very organized friend called several times after we changed our reservation from 5 pm to 630 pm that the pre-fixe would still be available. Of course they gave us trouble about that saying we all have to order it or it wont work. I preferred to order of the regular menu, so after the waiter talking over with the manager we were able to make it work. I thought the food was not that amazing. My fish was good, but the rest of the meal wasn't anything spectacular. I would not go back because of the food quality. However, the most unbelievable thing of the night were the rude patrons. I prefer not go into personal details, but let's just say that because of the ambience I will not return. Definitely not a good atmopshere. It reminds me more of a retired country club where people have been members for years and you are the new person in town.

• Pros: Nice prices for presentation
• Cons: Rude patrons

08/19/09

Excellent

by greenplantain

This is the second time I have eaten here and I think it is one of the best experiences that one can have in a NYC restaurant. You must try it for yourself! Bon appetit! It is guaranteed to please.

• Pros: Great Service, Fantastic Food
• Cons: The location is hard to find the first time around

07/28/09

You will love this restaurant

by Uberime

First, the food is fabulous, and I'm a foodie/cook. Secondly, the ambition of this restaurant mirrors that of its big brother and shows in the attentiveness of the service, the place settings, the wonderful summer drinks and in the food. The table we enjoyed was fronted by the preparation area, and it was an additional treat to watch this somewhat hectic, but controlled ballet as the dishes poured out while the crowd settled in. Two of our table of four did not show, and our waitress never blanched or reacted although it must have been what they dread most. Wonderful service.

Prix fixe lunch was $26 (restaurant week) and it was simply to die for. As this is not Kansas and not some tourist trap steak house joint, but rather a serious effort, it is necessarily relatively expensive. It is fabulous and beautiful and worth every penny.

• Pros: Beautiful setting; sophisticated food; impeccable service
• Cons: None