August
New York, NY 10014
Phone: (212) 929-4774
- Price:
- $$$
- Cross Street:
- Between W 10th Street and Charles Street
- Directions:
- 1 at Christopher St
- Hours:
- Mon-Thu 12pm-3:30pm, 5:30pm-11pm, Fri 12pm-3:30pm, 5:30pm-12am, Sat 11am-3:30pm, 5:30pm-12am, Sun 11:30am-10pm
Editorial Review for August – by Allison Austin
The Scene
In a glowing candlelit space the size of a studio apartment, diners on dates and small groups sit snugly on wooden banquettes. Distressed walls and a coved roof give the dining room a lived-in feel; despite the draft from the front door, it's pleasant and cozy. Service is eager to please but can be sparse during a rush.
The Food
The menu runs from rustic Italian to loosely interpreted French classics. Start with an order of the croquettes--salt cod, ham and cheese rolled into balls and deep fried until melty and golden brown, or one of the pizzas, cooked in the wood fireplace and sparingly topped with cheeses, the thin crusts nicely charred. Among entrees, the sea bass, bright with lemon and fennel, is the best choice. The cassoulet is heavier on the meat than most, boasting a leg of duck confit, sausage, pork and more. Choose the warm pear beignets for dessert.
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Insider Tips
What to DrinkA moderately priced selection of wines by the glass is offered, including an easy-to-drink Orvieto ($7) and a pleasant Moscato d'Asti for dessert ($7).
Know Before You GoCome warmer weather, the dining capacity nearly doubles as the back patio area opens.
User Reviews for August
09/21/2008 Posted by mizpink
My husband and I walked into this little place, and the hostess immediately asked us if we'd like a table in the back. The back? We had no idea. We walked back to this area that looked like a little secret garden. How perfect. The food was perfect, and really reasonable. This place was the perfect brunch for our last day in NYC!
Pros: Food, Atmosphere, Service
07/30/2008 Posted by kjgrant82
Went to dinner here last week for Restaurant week and my friends and I were quite impressed by the quality of the food and the setting. The dishes were on the small side, very typical of most restaurant week menus, though well thought out and well executed. We supplemented our restaurant week dishes with a couple of apps, namely a delicious chicken liver dish and a summer bean salad that was very refreshing and one of those dishes that really made you feel the seasonality of its components. The wine list was well composed with a nice range of prices and options. It's refreshing to see a list that focuses on European wines. While the service was competent and most satisfactory, it was definitely the weak point of a strong showing; not precisely what I would term warm and hospitable. All in all I would certainly return to this place to further explore the menu.
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