Perry Street
New York, NY 10014
Phone: (212) 352-1900
- Price:
- $$$$
- Cross Street:
- West Street
- Directions:
- 1 at Christopher St
- Hours:
- Mon-Sat 12pm-3pm, 5:30pm-11pm
Editorial Review for Perry Street – by Erin Behan
The Scene
Housed in one of the glassy Meier towers, Perry Street takes cues from its modernist home. A small lounge flanks the 60-seat dining room, and at its center sits a lively bar. Banquettes and table seating covered in buttery white leather cradle the glamorous crowd. Swiftly executed service is all smiles.
The Food
Even after opening treats from the kitchen, diners won't be prepared for the fresh flavors to come. Delicate dumplings burst with brightly peppered crab--their topping of crisp snow peas provide a superb counterpoint. A starter of perfectly seared tuna coated in rice cracker, however, lacks the same spirited vigor. Sauces play a big role, and the divine crispy rabbit--served like an upturned spring roll--benefits from two: one of slow-burn chiles and another of sweet soy beans. A side of cockles in couscous adds a touch of salty brilliance to the orange-pink Arctic char. Desserts follow suit: The chocolate pudding soothes enlightened senses.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoGetting a reservation can be daunting: Most are held until the day of, so call in the early afternoon and be prepared for a choice between 6pm or 9:30pm.
What to DrinkThe vodka lemonade gets a refreshing lift from a sprig of thyme.
User Reviews for Perry Street
08/18/2008 Posted by appenb
Service perfectly fine, food excellent. Desserts probably only good. But the amuse (strawberry soup with cucumber foam) very good and not too sweet. Appetizers legitimately great. Not too hard with tomatoes and mozzarella, but the pickled peaches were a revelation. I'd go back for that alone. Arctic char and steamed lobster both really good. Desserts fine, but didn't live up to earlier food. Prices normal for fancy NYC place, I thought. So cocktails $12 and desserts $9, not $15 and $12. And very civilized, tables well-spaced, room to walk in on a MOnday night...
07/28/2008 Posted by xnykr
Came here for Restaurant week with the Wife and was very happy. They did not cheapen or dumb down the menu and the service and choices were excellent. My only "complaint" would be that the steak was a little overcooked, but not enough to send it back. Can't wait to go back!
Pros: food, service, wine selection
Cons: price
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