| ambiance |
100.0% positive |
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The food was amazing(mushroom tortellini is a must try) , drinks were fun and the staff is warm and helpful from the minute you walk in to the minute they walk you out. ”
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Upon entering the restaurant I was greeted by the smell of delicious food and a pleasant ambience. ”
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The decor is beautiful, modern and sleek without being too stuffy. ”
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The decor was pleasant and the menu had a number of good choices. ”
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We enjoyed the meal and the atmosphere, but will not be going back because of this. ”
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business must be slow as air conditioning was set to a comfortable level noting a need to cost corners. ”
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I loved the decor. ”
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the Room was very sexy, the menu was fun and very well prepared, the service was professional and a great little winelist and cocktail selection. ”
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It is a very comfortable place to have dinner and close enough to Lincoln Center to make it a great place to go before a concert. ”
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good date spot with its ambience. ”
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Service is super friendly and it is just a fun, date place you will love too. ”
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Not only was our food delicious, the atmosphere fun (trendy, but SO not obnoxious), but the staff was friendly, accommodating, and gave excellent recommendations! ”
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We aren't fancy people, so we wanted to go somewhere small with decent food and a semi-casual atmosphere. ”
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The decor was beautiful. ”
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The food was awesome, the service was spectacular, and the atmosphere welcoming. ”
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Great service - great wine list - great ambiance. ”
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Wonderful atmosphere and great food. ”
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Cool & Funky menu, good prices and in a much needed location. ”
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From the decor, drink menu, great booth for a group of 4, friendly & helpful staff to the amazing food. ”
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Great decor, excellent food, and NO attitude? ”
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Went last night and everything was great -very friendly staff - when my pregnant friend asked for a fun non-alcholoic drink the waiter enthusiastically made a great concoction and really cared whether she enjoyed it. ”
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| dessert |
100.0% positive |
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To top it off, our waiter had a great sense of humor and his recommendations were honest (he actually said some of the dessert choices were no good!) ”
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had the warm chocolate cake - AMAZING. ”
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ps: the "smoreswich" is just about the most fantastic dessert. ”
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From the regular menu, I ordered the calamari (best I've ever had), Braised Lamb Shank (delicious and tender with saffron orzo), a side of Curried Onion Rings (like a delicious samosa, but in onion ring form), and the S'mores-wich dessert (rich and incred ”
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and the chocolate cake for dessert (which had a warm gooey center and a scoop of vanilla ice cream). ”
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that "flutters" all over the place making sure everybody is happy and have what they need and did I mention the desserts! ”
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Served with Hawaiin vanilla ice cream which was a pleasant surpise to the pallet. ”
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oh and the desserts are AMAZING! ”
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Try the Shrimp Tamale as a starter, the NY Steak for entree and for desert the Warm Chocolate Cake with Vanilla ice cream. ”
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For dessert the Smorwich was so yummy (I would recommend spliting this, because it's rich). ”
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had duck raviolli and my date had the huge pot pie. ”
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They served us the warm chocolate cake with a candle as a surprise birthday cake. ”
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The food was great, our server Anthony was such a character and the chocolate cake is too die for! ”
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The chocolate cake was amazing too. ”
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The service is awesome and the food, from the salad to the dessert was simply to die for. ”
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The cheesecake trilogy (a tasting with 3 different sauces) was great for the both of us to share. ”
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| drinks |
100.0% positive |
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The drinks were delicious. ”
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The food was amazing(mushroom tortellini is a must try) , drinks were fun and the staff is warm and helpful from the minute you walk in to the minute they walk you out. ”
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Fun wine list, good grub, super service ”
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As you can tell, we both loved our food, and overall the portions were big with beautiful presentations, and the prices were very reasonable (even the extensive wine list). ”
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Great wine list, I had the sangria (it was tasty). ”
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Both the dinner and wine menu have a nice international flare. ”
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Went last night and everything was great -very friendly staff - when my pregnant friend asked for a fun non-alcholoic drink the waiter enthusiastically made a great concoction and really cared whether she enjoyed it. ”
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We had great drinks, amazing food, and excellent service considering how packed it was. ”
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From the decor, drink menu, great booth for a group of 4, friendly & helpful staff to the amazing food. ”
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Now I live in the neighborhood, occasionally hitting Eatery and the like from brunch, and was looking for something specific last night while working: I wanted good food, wine, a nice clean and modern space and found it all at Whym. ”
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Great service - great wine list - great ambiance. ”
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Professional service, great wine & cocktail list. ”
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Nice space, although the bar is insane. ”
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The food and drinks held up to eatery's rep and the service was just as good if not better. ”
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| food quality |
91.1400032043457% positive |
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The food was amazing(mushroom tortellini is a must try) , drinks were fun and the staff is warm and helpful from the minute you walk in to the minute they walk you out. ”
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the food was AMAZING. ”
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Not only was our food delicious, the atmosphere fun (trendy, but SO not obnoxious), but the staff was friendly, accommodating, and gave excellent recommendations! ”
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There were great combinations of all the food groups in one dish and nothing seemed over the top or an afterthought. ”
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My husband just adores the Wasabi Pea Crusted Tuna and the Mahi dish with Pomegranate Molasses is so unique. ”
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So in short, great food, slow service, planning an event here is probably not the best idea. ”
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Good food, rude door. ”
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The calamari was cooked to crisp perfection accompanied by a nice spicy sauce, the tuna tartar was okay and the potstickers were satisfying. ”
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Luckily the food was incredible. ”
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Great food for a great price too ”
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The food was amazing and the service was even better. ”
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We all enjoyed our meals, some highlights were the butternut squash soup and calamari. ”
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The food is good-went there for brunch the first time which had some different items from the usual norm "brunch" good. ”
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Wonderful atmosphere and great food. ”
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Yummy food, affordable prices and the same friendly staff they have at Eatery. ”
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Sexy space, friendly knowledgeable servers and fabulous food. ”
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Great food, good prices, good atmopsphere ”
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He made wonderful suggestions and even gave us some complimentary onion rings. ”
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The food tastes as good as it looks. ”
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was very impressed by the food, their crab ravioli is delicious, my steak was perfect and my friends were going nuts talking about how good the meatloaf was and the scalops. ”
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The back waiter and bus person were also very nice throughout he meal. ”
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The service is awesome and the food, from the salad to the dessert was simply to die for. ”
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It is so nice to now have TWO restaurants that are so friendly and have such great food. ”
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All in all, a cool mid sized restaurant with attentive service and yummy food. ”
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However my lamb shank which was recommended by the waitress was flat out terrible. ”
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Good food but awful service experience ”
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had the Chicken Pie, very tasty (big and filling). ”
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Great food and great service. ”
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thought the service was average, but found the food delicious. ”
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For dessert the Smorwich was so yummy (I would recommend spliting this, because it's rich). ”
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Every course was delicious. ”
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We aren't fancy people, so we wanted to go somewhere small with decent food and a semi-casual atmosphere. ”
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The food was delicious and flavorful. ”
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Not only is Whym an upscale restaurant, but the food is absolutely delicious. ”
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From the regular menu, I ordered the calamari (best I've ever had), Braised Lamb Shank (delicious and tender with saffron orzo), a side of Curried Onion Rings (like a delicious samosa, but in onion ring form), and the S'mores-wich dessert (rich and incred ”
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The food, without exception was fresh, and flavorful with interesting combinations that worked well. ”
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The calamari is worth a trip back and my boyfriend said he has to go back for the meatloaf again and again even though he thought my chicken was great too. ”
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Great space, wonderful food, I could have had anything on the menu ”
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The food is good, but very forgettable. ”
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Go - the food's good! ”
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So bad that I told the waitress that even with a ton of fresh pepper it was still lacking taste. ”
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My husband had the tuna and I had the blackened maui maui and it was the best fish I can remember eating. ”
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The food and service were great. ”
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Great decor, excellent food, and NO attitude? ”
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The food was innovative and comforting, the portions were huge and I think everyone in my party was raving. ”
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The food was excellent! ”
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Upon entering the restaurant I was greeted by the smell of delicious food and a pleasant ambience. ”
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The food was great, our server Anthony was such a character and the chocolate cake is too die for! ”
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From the decor, drink menu, great booth for a group of 4, friendly & helpful staff to the amazing food. ”
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good food, good service. ”
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also ordered a guava martini, which was delicious! ”
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food not great and surely not much to eat except for the chips that fill the plate and stomach. ”
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...great food. ”
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often dine around Hell's Kitchen and you really need to know where to go for tasty food which isn't just okay. ”
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Not only was the food wonderful again. ”
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When I finially sat, the food was good. ”
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Average food and pretentious staff ”
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The food was awesome, the service was spectacular, and the atmosphere welcoming. ”
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I've never had quinona but I became a huge fan after that night--all the dish's components worked out well and tasted great. ”
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great food and service! ”
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the food is OK, but the prices are expensive. ”
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The service was great and we all loved the food. ”
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The drinks were delicious. ”
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Trendy restaurant with great food! ”
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The food has always been good with some creativity and interesting items-and worth the moderate price. ”
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Great wine list, I had the sangria (it was tasty). ”
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Food is plenty and real tasty and the servers seem like a happy bunch. ”
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Good food in a modern, clean setting ”
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Also - have the lettuce wedge w/ blue cheese - yes its not original but they crumble real blue cheese on it and fresh bacon - yum yum yum. ”
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Loved the food and the staff, I couldn't have pick a better place on a last minute night out. ”
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Now I live in the neighborhood, occasionally hitting Eatery and the like from brunch, and was looking for something specific last night while working: I wanted good food, wine, a nice clean and modern space and found it all at Whym. ”
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We enjoyed the meal and the atmosphere, but will not be going back because of this. ”
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The hosts were pretentious to put it nicely and I had the NY strip steak which was average (definitely not worth the $24 price). ”
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The food and drinks held up to eatery's rep and the service was just as good if not better. ”
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We had great drinks, amazing food, and excellent service considering how packed it was. ”
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The menus descriptions were enticing and the food did not disappoint. ”
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We all polished our plates clean and were happily satisfied with the perfectly cooked dishes. ”
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Our food was beautiful to look at and just as delicious and I and my date were thoroughly impressed. ”
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As you can tell, we both loved our food, and overall the portions were big with beautiful presentations, and the prices were very reasonable (even the extensive wine list). ”
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| menu variety |
100.0% positive |
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From the regular menu, I ordered the calamari (best I've ever had), Braised Lamb Shank (delicious and tender with saffron orzo), a side of Curried Onion Rings (like a delicious samosa, but in onion ring form), and the S'mores-wich dessert (rich and incred ”
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To top it off, our waiter had a great sense of humor and his recommendations were honest (he actually said some of the dessert choices were no good!) ”
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The decor was pleasant and the menu had a number of good choices. ”
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Both the dinner and wine menu have a nice international flare. ”
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Great space, wonderful food, I could have had anything on the menu ”
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Cool & Funky menu, good prices and in a much needed location. ”
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The menu has some good selections. ”
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From the decor, drink menu, great booth for a group of 4, friendly & helpful staff to the amazing food. ”
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As you can tell, we both loved our food, and overall the portions were big with beautiful presentations, and the prices were very reasonable (even the extensive wine list). ”
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The menus descriptions were enticing and the food did not disappoint. ”
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the Room was very sexy, the menu was fun and very well prepared, the service was professional and a great little winelist and cocktail selection. ”
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| overall |
100.0% positive |
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Sometimes there can be a 5-10 min wait cuz the place is small and it gets crowded but overall I think its a nice place. ”
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Whym is a nice little place to have lunch. ”
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It is a very comfortable place to have dinner and close enough to Lincoln Center to make it a great place to go before a concert. ”
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All round a great place. ”
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have lived in the neighborhood for 10 years and this is by far the best place we've ever had! ”
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great date restaurant! ”
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great place ”
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They all agreed it was the best restaurant they had gone to during the trip. ”
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| return potential |
66.66999816894531% positive |
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We had the most fantastic service from our server Hanna, we decided to come back on New Year's Eve and stayed with them in a packed restaurant until the stroke of 12. ”
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have nothing bad to say about the place and would go back again in a heartbeat! ”
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The calamari is worth a trip back and my boyfriend said he has to go back for the meatloaf again and again even though he thought my chicken was great too. ”
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| service |
94.02999877929688% positive |
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Love, love, love Whym and its staff. ”
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Went last night and everything was great -very friendly staff - when my pregnant friend asked for a fun non-alcholoic drink the waiter enthusiastically made a great concoction and really cared whether she enjoyed it. ”
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Great food and great service. ”
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Average food and pretentious staff ”
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Very friendly, attentive waiters. ”
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Fun wine list, good grub, super service ”
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The food and drinks held up to eatery's rep and the service was just as good if not better. ”
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The food was great, our server Anthony was such a character and the chocolate cake is too die for! ”
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The service was great and we all loved the food. ”
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The food and service were great. ”
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Service is super friendly and it is just a fun, date place you will love too. ”
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Not only was our food delicious, the atmosphere fun (trendy, but SO not obnoxious), but the staff was friendly, accommodating, and gave excellent recommendations! ”
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The service was incredible, which is difficult to find in the city. ”
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Our server was excellent and knowledgeable. ”
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The staff at the front was outstanding. ”
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Food is plenty and real tasty and the servers seem like a happy bunch. ”
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However my lamb shank which was recommended by the waitress was flat out terrible. ”
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We saw a couple come in, but they couldn't be seated right away, and the hostess graciously recommended nearby restaurants they could try and even offered to call them to see if they had any availability. ”
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So bad that I told the waitress that even with a ton of fresh pepper it was still lacking taste. ”
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In a city where pretentions can run high, the staff at Whym is attentive and friendly. ”
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Food and service were amazing as always. ”
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Good food but awful service experience ”
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The food was awesome, the service was spectacular, and the atmosphere welcoming. ”
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Our waiter Matthew (his b-day was that day) was amazing, he was friendly, attentive and took the time to answer all of our questions even the silly ones (are the strawberrys cold?) ”
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It is so nice to now have TWO restaurants that are so friendly and have such great food. ”
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He was very well spoken, smiling, perfect with timing and service cues, and an overall charming person. ”
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The service was great, the whole staff is VERRY nice and extremely accomodating. ”
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lovely service, beautiful place ”
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Good food, rude door. ”
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So in short, great food, slow service, planning an event here is probably not the best idea. ”
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Friendly wait staff with good timing. ”
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The service is wonderful and there is always a warm welcome. ”
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We aren't fancy people, so we wanted to go somewhere small with decent food and a semi-casual atmosphere. ”
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We had the most fantastic service from our server Hanna, we decided to come back on New Year's Eve and stayed with them in a packed restaurant until the stroke of 12. ”
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great food and service! ”
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Loved the food and the staff, I couldn't have pick a better place on a last minute night out. ”
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The service was impeccable. ”
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From the decor, drink menu, great booth for a group of 4, friendly & helpful staff to the amazing food. ”
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The service is awesome and the food, from the salad to the dessert was simply to die for. ”
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Staff are very helpful and friendly. ”
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the Room was very sexy, the menu was fun and very well prepared, the service was professional and a great little winelist and cocktail selection. ”
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The wait staff was also friendly and helpful. ”
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The service was AMAZING and the people surprisingly nicer than most restaurants. ”
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The staff is super friendly and accomodating here at Whym. ”
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Service and staff were excellent. ”
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Food is great, service is outstanding, management is welcoming and professional. ”
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The #1 draw besides the beautiful design is the terrific service staff. ”
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The hostess and our waitress were pleasant and seated us immediately (reservations recommended for large groups). ”
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Yummy food, affordable prices and the same friendly staff they have at Eatery. ”
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The food was amazing(mushroom tortellini is a must try) , drinks were fun and the staff is warm and helpful from the minute you walk in to the minute they walk you out. ”
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especially love coming back for the consistently excellent/friendly/gracious service of the awesome Susan, Anthony & Jamie (the best bartender EVER!) ”
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To top it off, our waiter had a great sense of humor and his recommendations were honest (he actually said some of the dessert choices were no good!) ”
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All in all, a cool mid sized restaurant with attentive service and yummy food. ”
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The service was fast and friendly. ”
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went for the first time for my birthday dinner and although the wait for our appetizer was long, I had good people and good conversation to sustain me. ”
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Professional service, great wine & cocktail list. ”
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Excellent service. ”
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At all times the staff are friendly and accommodating. ”
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Sexy space, friendly knowledgeable servers and fabulous food. ”
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The food was amazing and the service was even better. ”
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thought the service was average, but found the food delicious. ”
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Whym has a great staff and handled the situation as well as they could. ”
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good food, good service. ”
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We had great drinks, amazing food, and excellent service considering how packed it was. ”
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The back waiter and bus person were also very nice throughout he meal. ”
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Great service - great wine list - great ambiance. ”
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The proportions are always a good size and the wait staff was very attentive and poilte. ”
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| value |
76.31999969482422% positive |
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The hosts were pretentious to put it nicely and I had the NY strip steak which was average (definitely not worth the $24 price). ”
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might add that the entrees here are good sized portions too. ”
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I've never had quinona but I became a huge fan after that night--all the dish's components worked out well and tasted great. ”
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the food is OK, but the prices are expensive. ”
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The calamari is worth a trip back and my boyfriend said he has to go back for the meatloaf again and again even though he thought my chicken was great too. ”
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Food is expensive, $22 for four scallops and a mound of mashed potaoes mixed with turnips. ”
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Food was so affordable and high quality! ”
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Yummy food, affordable prices and the same friendly staff they have at Eatery. ”
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The food was innovative and comforting, the portions were huge and I think everyone in my party was raving. ”
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Great food for a great price too ”
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bad price & greedy company ”
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It is a bit pricey, but good value. ”
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had duck raviolli and my date had the huge pot pie. ”
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We were seated promptly, the Bloody Mary's were great, but the basic omlette (base price $9? ”
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The food has always been good with some creativity and interesting items-and worth the moderate price. ”
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As you can tell, we both loved our food, and overall the portions were big with beautiful presentations, and the prices were very reasonable (even the extensive wine list). ”
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Cool & Funky menu, good prices and in a much needed location. ”
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I've been living near columbus circle for so long and finally an affordable good restaurant opens! ”
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Great food, good prices, good atmopsphere ”
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| wait time |
92.8600025177002% positive |
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business must be slow as air conditioning was set to a comfortable level noting a need to cost corners. ”
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The host was extremely nice and accomodating so we did not mind waiting a couple of minutes. ”
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went for the first time for my birthday dinner and although the wait for our appetizer was long, I had good people and good conversation to sustain me. ”
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The food was amazing(mushroom tortellini is a must try) , drinks were fun and the staff is warm and helpful from the minute you walk in to the minute they walk you out. ”
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So in short, great food, slow service, planning an event here is probably not the best idea. ”
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Loved the food and the staff, I couldn't have pick a better place on a last minute night out. ”
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I've been living near columbus circle for so long and finally an affordable good restaurant opens! ”
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