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Philippe

33 E 60th St
New York, NY 10022
Phone: (212) 644-8885
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Cross Street:
Between Park Avenue and Madison Avenue
Directions:
4, 5, 6 at 59 St; F at 57 St/6th Ave; N, R, W at 59th St
Hours:
Mon-Sat 12pm-4pm, 6pm-12am, Sun 6pm-12am

Editorial Review for Philippe – by Lori Fradkin

In Short
Owner Phillipe Chow honed his skills at the famed Mr. Chow before striking out on his own. At his new digs, patrons share satays and spring rolls on leather couches in the lounge, while more upscale consumption occurs at white cloth-covered tables in four distinct dining rooms. Entrees like drunken sea bass and velvet chicken are designed for two or three people, as are the prawns, served in pink, black, white and green renditions.

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Insider Tips

Save Money

Philippe offers a three-course prix fixe lunch for $20.06 Monday through Saturday from noon to 4pm.

Know Before You Go

Pastry and noodle Chef Wai Ming Cheng does a live noodle-making demonstration every evening at 8pm.

The Extras

Visit the owner's old stomping grounds, Mr. Chow.

Where to Sit

The private room upstairs seats up to 35 people.

User Reviews for Philippe

1 Star Rating: Not Recommended

10/08/2008 Posted by mikey192

What an AWFUL place !!!! Rude and annoying staff, knock off food and horrible clientele ! If that's what you are interested in, this is the place for you ! I will never step my foot in this horrendous place ever again !!! I rather throw my $ in the toilet then spend it at this restaurant !

Pros: location

Cons: too many to list !!!

4 Star Rating: Recommended

08/06/2008 Posted by membersonly123

This was my second venture to Phillipe and I have to say it met my expectations once again. If you're looking for the full experience, I would recommend going later rather than earlier. Phillipe is very see and be seen and you will find that the crowd here is attractive, and well dressed. Don't be surprised when you're rubbing elbows with New York's elite. The food is great, I would personally recommend the Chicken Satay to start and either the Duck (although it takes 45 minutes to prepare) or the Sweet & Sour Chicken as the main course. The wine list is up to par with what you'd expect from a trendy UES eatery, the Riesling we had went great with the food. The service here is very attentive and there is usually a waiter & busboy tending to your table and a manager keeping a watchful eye. Overall it's a great place but not somewhere I could frequent too often as it is a bit pricey and a little too much of a "scene" place to go on a regular basis, but for a special occasion or a night out on the town it's a great restaurant.

Pros: Ambience, Service, Food, Atmosphere

Cons: No parking, sometimes hard to get a table where you want it, some dishes are subpar

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Editor's Review

Mr. Chow-trained chef brings large portions and stylish decor to the Upper East Side.  See the full editorial review.

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Save Money

Philippe offers a three-course prix fixe lunch for $20.06 Monday through Saturday from noon to 4pm.

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Restaurant Information

Parking

  • Lot
  • Street

Coat Check

  • Yes

Hours

  • Mon-Sat 12pm-4pm, 6pm-12am
  • Sun 6pm-12am

Dress Code

  • Casual to dressy

Payment Types

  • Visa
  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • MasterCard
  • Discover

Cuisines

  • Chinese
  • Asian

Amenities

  • Notable Wine List
  • Dine at the Bar
  • Open 7 Days
  • Prix Fixe Menus
  • People Watching
  • Catering
  • Lunch Spot
  • Carry Out
  • Private Rooms
  • Delivery
  • Bar Scene
  • Date Spot
  • Celeb Hangout

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