Knife + Fork Restaurant
New York, NY 10003
Phone: (212) 228-4885
- Price:
- $$$$
- Cross Street:
- 2nd Avenue
- Directions:
- F, V at 2nd Ave; 6 at Bleecker St
- Hours:
- Tue-Sun 5:30pm-11pm
Editorial Review for Knife + Fork Restaurant – by Justin Hartung
The Scene
Buzzing foodies with a panoply of accents fill the intimate space, which has been designed with cross-Atlantic flair. The kidney-shaped bar and thick wood tables proudly rep the nabe's bohemian history, while the thin, long-stemmed wine glasses and designer cutlery divulge posher tendencies. Finally, beaded candleholders, tall breeze-friendly windows and white stucco walls (with a rounded cutout leading to the kitchen) strike decidedly Mediterranean notes.
The Food
Irish chef Damien Brassel trained in formidable kitchens across Europe and North America, and his eclectic menu ping-pongs vigorously between old and new world sensibilities. Fresh Greenmarket ingredients co-star in nearly every dish. Zaftig scallops get an earthy accompaniment of tangy citrus-accented couscous. Beef carpaccio nearly melts on the tongue before pointing the way to the tart surprise of its plate-mate, "overnight tomatoes." The showstopper: Tender venison with a gorgeous smear of parsnip puree and a smattering of edible orchid petals.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoThe heavily pushed $45, six-course tasting menu is a nice way to sample Brassel's cooking, but because dishes get tweaked according to ingredient availability, it runs the risk of repeated flavors.
What to DrinkTry the $9 Picpoul de Pinet, a crisp, slightly nutty white that pairs perfectly with the seafood-heavy menu.
Where to SitThe corner booth by the window provides choice people-watching, while a seat at the bar offers glimpses of the action in the kitchen.
User Reviews for Knife + Fork Restaurant
05/29/2008 Posted by msfountain
I am usually not very adventurous with my dining, but my sister took me to this restaurant on my last visit to NY and I was blown away. I tried so many new things on the tasting menu that I could not believe I was eating, but LOVED. This chef has opened my eyes to so many new flavors and ingredients! The seared ahi tuna was amazing, as was the duck breast and the foie gras. I would not only recommend this to people who normally like fine cuisine, but also to those who are willing to try something new. The 6 course tasting menu at $45 is a steal and a great way to try new things!
Pros: $45 6 course tasting menu!
Cons: Can't think of any!
05/24/2008 Posted by zachary1childress
I do not usually write this sort of thing, but I felt compelled to after last Friday. The food was top notch and the service was good. The berkshire pork belly was delectable and the wine was skillfully paired. Highly recommended.
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