CHOICE Kitchen & Cocktails

(212) 779-1380

380 3rd Ave (East 27th Street)
New York, NY 10016 40.74154 -73.98117

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Neighborhoods: Kips Bay, Midtown

choicekitchennyc.com

Hours:

Mon 4pm-12am

Tue-Sun 11am-12am

Price:

$$

Last updated 10.17.11

What People Are Saying About CHOICE Kitchen & Cocktails

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In Short – With more than 25 specialty drinks, myriad appetizers and entrees, and five flat-screen TVs, this restaurant delivers variety in food and entertainment. Murray Hill residents stop in for casual ambience and they linger at the few front tables, gather at the long wooden bar, or do more heavy-duty dining in the large back area. Of course, the ultimate choice comes with the ordering: dumplings, quesadillas, steak, cobbler and more are on the menu.

Editor's Tips

The Extras:
Choice also has a private room, complete with a bar, vaulted celings and a fireplace.
Save Money:
Stop by the happy hour, which runs until 8pm, for $6 specialty martinis and cocktails, $4 selected pints of ale, and $6 grande sangrias.
When to Go:
Brunch, including specialty omelettes, French toast, and fruit pancakes, is available Saturday and Sunday.
ambiance
100.0% positive
  1. The decor and the atmosphere are really pleasant - good lighting, design and spacious, the wait staff was attentive and helpful (nothing exceptional though they had the typical NYC drab attitude).
  2. Beautiful place, great staff, no attitude, fun tunes, and an amazing menu (a true gem)Thanks for a great night out, you have a beautiful place, great staff and really know what you are doing!
  3. Great music only added to the atmosphere.
  4. Portions were generous and the atmosphere is very elegant yet warm and inviting.
  5. The food was excellent - the service great and the atmosphere was perfect.
  6. We wanted a bar that was nice but not stiff, comfortable but not trashy.
  7. The atmosphere is nice & casual.
  8. My guests raved about the food, ambiance, decor, and the attentive service.
  9. highly suggest CHOICE, whether youre having a huge event or just a fun night out.
  10. It is very unique to the area as the decor is beautiful.
  11. The decor is nice, the staff and service was also top notch.
  12. The place is pretty and very comfortable and everything was included in one reasonable price.
  13. the ambiance/decor is fabulous, the service is great and the menu is extensive (and very reasonably priced!)
  14. recently held a birthday party at Uptown Lounge (their sister location) and everything was great.
  15. Good food, spectacular drinks, fun crowd.
  16. am a huge fan of their location on the UES, Uptown Lounge.
  17. the setting comfortable.
  18. Very spacious, nice decor, and very lively atmosphere.
  19. They need to make sure that people know how big the place is and about the huge dining room, from the street you don't get the full atmosphere of the place.
  20. Great food, service and atmosphere.
  21. Everyone had a great time and the privacy of our room and table along with the great energy at Choice made it a lot of fun!
  22. The decor is beautiful and only compliments the dishes that are prepared.
  23. Beautiful Bridal Shower place, sophisticated atmosphere, great party planner and service
  24. The DJ was good and both the bartenders were a lot of fun.
  25. the menu includes GREAT appetizers and salads and the atmosphere is a bit nicer and trendier than what you typically find around here.
  26. It's also a fun place to just grab a drink at the bar- their drink menu and specials are fun.
dessert
50.0% positive
  1. The red velvet cake was really dry and the frosting was too heavy and sweet.
  2. The cobb salad is very yummy as are the chocolate chip pancakes.
drinks
97.06000328063965% positive
  1. Highly recommended for anyone hosting an event or just to stop by for drinks - in the heart of murray hill but one of the nicer bars in the area.
  2. Love the staff, food, and drinks.
  3. The drinks were great.
  4. It's also a fun place to just grab a drink at the bar- their drink menu and specials are fun.
  5. If you want to have a great meal, enjoy a nice bar scene, and actually have the manager, owner, and staff thanks -you, this is your place.
  6. would go back again, but it wouldn't be because of the great food and drinks, just if we couldn't decide and got desperate we know this place would be a safe bet for what we want.
  7. We then moved to the back bar, which was perfect for his birthday.
  8. highly recommend Choice--whether you're in the mood for drinks or hungry for a meal, Choice will not disappoint.
  9. Just a great American restaurant & bar to visit when in Murray Hill.
  10. The pricing is reasonable and the private room with bar was perfect.
  11. The pre-fix includes two drinks and the peach mimosas were very tasty.
  12. The waitress was very friendly, however the busboys were slow with coffee re-fills.
  13. We were also impressed with the wine list: some nice finds at reasonable prices (also a 30 plus selection by the glass).
  14. The staff was very attentive, drinks were delicious, and the crowd was great.
  15. It is definitely a nice place and they have some good drink specials.
  16. The coffee was good (I had better but most restuants do not have great coffee anyway).
  17. Great selections of boutique wines (loved the Oregon Hahn PN), martini's, and specialty drinks.
  18. The stuck to everything they said they would, private room was really cool (after midnight we moved to the main bar), appetizers were delicious.
  19. The service was quite good and drinks and food were served up quickly and the prices were decent.
  20. The food selections, drinks, DJ and service were outstanding.
  21. We love going here because of this, the staff is friendly and they have a good wine selection.
  22. went there last night and my initial thoughts were that this was a nice place with a good selection of bar food.
  23. Planning was easy, the staff was great, and our guests enjoyed the food & drinks.
  24. The bartender was hysterical and the open bar option was awesome.
  25. We wanted a bar that was nice but not stiff, comfortable but not trashy.
  26. The service was attentive and friendly, the drinks were amazing, and the food was superb.
  27. The drinks were excellent, the food was delicious and the waitstaff was so nice.
  28. $10 bottles of good wine and $2 beers.
  29. Great appetizers, and drinks for a reasonable price.
  30. The private room is beautiful (flatscreens, nice artwork, fireplace, private bar), the food is amazing, and we were treated very nicely.
  31. Our monthly dinners parties are always very well done; attention to detail is excellent, food & wine selections are delicious, and service is wonderful.
  32. The prices were reasonable and they had a great selection of wines and specialty cocktails.
  33. The food was great, the cocktails were unique and very good.
  34. The appetizers, entrees, and drinks were superb.
  35. know that our friends and family loved the venue, as well-- the food was delicious, the service was quick and friendly, the drinks were great and flowing freely, and the layout of the restaurant made it easy for people to talk in small groups without ha
  36. Good food, spectacular drinks, fun crowd.
  37. Beautiful private room, long bar, and excellent food
  38. quickly grew tired of the fondue place and the cafe bar, nice but boring and the food was miserable.
  39. It is a great place to meet for dinner, drinks, or to watch a game at the bar.
  40. The food was amazing, drinks were amazing, and the customer service was incredible.
  41. The band was cool and they had $5 glasses of wine all night- I had the chardonnay and it was yummy.
  42. The appetizers, entrees, and drinks were delicious.
  43. drinks plus a good meal.
  44. the drinks are strong and the staff is very friendly and attentive.
  45. The open bar package was reasonable and they were not stingy with the finish time (they extended the open bar for 20m at no additional charge).
  46. The food and drinks were great and the jazz band was a nice change from the humdrum top 40 usually played at places.
  47. Great cocktails, EXCELLENT party planning and service
  48. food and drinks were great.
  49. Apps were really good, but ten dollars for a bottle of wine, I'd can't be beat.
  50. Outstanding food, drinks and service!
  51. The college kids stayed aroung the huge bar and the family members stayed in the back where there was plenty of seating.
food quality
95.97999572753906% positive
  1. Beautiful private room, long bar, and excellent food
  2. There are limited places that offer both an upbeat scene and a nice environment to enjoy a quality meal, they do it right here.
  3. My boyfriend thought that these were the best boneless chicken wings and nachos he had ever had!
  4. Our monthly dinners parties are always very well done; attention to detail is excellent, food & wine selections are delicious, and service is wonderful.
  5. Great food, service was k/a, and as you know, as a group, we always leave happy.
  6. The entree selection received rave reviews and passed appetizers were delicious.
  7. great food
  8. excellent food and great service
  9. We didn't care about where to sit ,but we expected good service and food.
  10. Really good and consistent food.
  11. I'll start by saying that the place is nice and the food is really good.
  12. One of the reviewers said it was like a step above diner food and I agree (because sometimes diner food is not bad, just diner food!)
  13. The service was quite good and drinks and food were served up quickly and the prices were decent.
  14. Good food, spectacular drinks, fun crowd.
  15. The decor is beautiful and only compliments the dishes that are prepared.
  16. My guests raved about the food, ambiance, decor, and the attentive service.
  17. Sitting among many other restaurants and bars, Choice offers outdoor seating, a fantastic menu (try the goat cheese quesadilla with steak, or the goat cheese salad) and just a great place to chill.
  18. The food was excellent - the service great and the atmosphere was perfect.
  19. The food wasn't bad; it just wasn't great.
  20. went there last night and my initial thoughts were that this was a nice place with a good selection of bar food.
  21. The appetizers, entrees, and drinks were delicious.
  22. Loved their shrimp cocktail appetizer.
  23. The service was attentive and friendly, the drinks were amazing, and the food was superb.
  24. food and drinks were great.
  25. The food was great!
  26. The food, though, was nothing fabulous.
  27. know that our friends and family loved the venue, as well-- the food was delicious, the service was quick and friendly, the drinks were great and flowing freely, and the layout of the restaurant made it easy for people to talk in small groups without ha
  28. The food is truly great; everything from comfort food to higher end entrees.
  29. The food is actually pretty good but it is way too expensive for a Murray Hill neighborhood restaurant.
  30. The food was delish!
  31. Lots of yummy veggies and the portions were huge.
  32. The food was first rate with a nice selection of omelets, traditional dishes, and some tasty unique entrees (banana stuffed croissant is amazing!)
  33. The majority or the places in this area have horrible food and are way too fratty (there are more people throwing up on Third Avenue at midnight then at NYU hospital).
  34. The staff was very attentive, drinks were delicious, and the crowd was great.
  35. Very well run, excellent food, and an overall great experience.
  36. The band was cool and they had $5 glasses of wine all night- I had the chardonnay and it was yummy.
  37. meat-free dishes: I had the veggie dumplings and one of their very cool salads, too.
  38. The pre-fix includes two drinks and the peach mimosas were very tasty.
  39. Music, food, staff, and mangers were great.
  40. Outstanding food, drinks and service!
  41. The food was great, the cocktails were unique and very good.
  42. drinks plus a good meal.
  43. The appetizers are delicious!
  44. The portions for the salads and entrees were huge so consider splitting a dish.
  45. My salad was perfect!
  46. The food was yummy-- we went for a very kid friendly menu--spinach dip (the best I have ever had), chicken and beef skewers, caesar salad, tomato and mozzarella, hummus and pita etc.... but the way they served it on beautiful/funky square platters made th
  47. quickly grew tired of the fondue place and the cafe bar, nice but boring and the food was miserable.
  48. Amazing food , amazing and knowledgeable staff, beautiful dining room and just overall lovely place to eat.
  49. (You should go to Dining Fever to get a 20% off coupon which makes the food prices somewhat reasonable).
  50. and the food was excellent.
  51. The drinks were excellent, the food was delicious and the waitstaff was so nice.
  52. The food selections, drinks, DJ and service were outstanding.
  53. Great food for veggies, too!
  54. The food was excellent in both presentation and taste.
  55. Simply good food, nice staff, and a great happy hour value.
  56. The brunch entrees were delicious, nicely presented, and the price was reasonable.
  57. If you want to have a great meal, enjoy a nice bar scene, and actually have the manager, owner, and staff thanks -you, this is your place.
  58. The stuck to everything they said they would, private room was really cool (after midnight we moved to the main bar), appetizers were delicious.
  59. The food was amazing, and the stuffed french toast was the best i have ever had!
  60. salad was not great, the tuna was way overcooked.
  61. The food was decent.
  62. Overall a great time, good food and excellent staff.
  63. The food was excellent,presented beatifully and the brunch menu was diverse
  64. Love the staff, food, and drinks.
  65. The food was amazing, drinks were amazing, and the customer service was incredible.
  66. went with a group of friends and I was not expecting to enjoy my meal at all.
  67. made reservations here as they had good ratings for food and service(?)
  68. Our food, which was cold and mediocre, didn't start arriving until an HOUR after we ordered.
  69. their food is great!
  70. Prior to Choice opening, there were limited places for a nice meal, no ear piercing music and a good time.
  71. The private room is beautiful (flatscreens, nice artwork, fireplace, private bar), the food is amazing, and we were treated very nicely.
  72. Planning was easy, the staff was great, and our guests enjoyed the food & drinks.
  73. sandwiches/entrees/salads. I cannot speak for everyone but most people liked their food just fine.
  74. The food was great, the space was perfect and DJ Dom was great at keeping the party going.
  75. My company hosted a small event at CHOICE on a Wednesday night and things couldn't have worked out better -- the staff was accommodating, the food was excellent and space perfect.
  76. Truly great food and has a great feel to it.
  77. The food and drinks were great and the jazz band was a nice change from the humdrum top 40 usually played at places.
  78. We had a great evening and a fabulous meal.
  79. The food was excellent, the service professional and courteous, and the price reasonable.
  80. Great food, service and atmosphere.
  81. would go back again, but it wouldn't be because of the great food and drinks, just if we couldn't decide and got desperate we know this place would be a safe bet for what we want.
  82. highly recommend Choice--whether you're in the mood for drinks or hungry for a meal, Choice will not disappoint.
  83. Everyone at the table enjoyed the food and experience.
  84. The food is great, the staff is attentive and friendly.
  85. My friends loved the place and thought the food was very good.
  86. Everyone said it was the best food they've ever had at a Corporate Event.
  87. The cobb salad is very yummy as are the chocolate chip pancakes.
menu variety
100.0% positive
  1. The food was first rate with a nice selection of omelets, traditional dishes, and some tasty unique entrees (banana stuffed croissant is amazing!)
  2. the ambiance/decor is fabulous, the service is great and the menu is extensive (and very reasonably priced!)
  3. We were also impressed with the wine list: some nice finds at reasonable prices (also a 30 plus selection by the glass).
  4. The food was yummy-- we went for a very kid friendly menu--spinach dip (the best I have ever had), chicken and beef skewers, caesar salad, tomato and mozzarella, hummus and pita etc.... but the way they served it on beautiful/funky square platters made th
  5. Great selections of boutique wines (loved the Oregon Hahn PN), martini's, and specialty drinks.
  6. We did the prefix menu and it was such a great value.
  7. With such limited choices (no pun intended) in the area for a nice dinner, Choice does fill a much needed void.
  8. We love going here because of this, the staff is friendly and they have a good wine selection.
  9. It's also a fun place to just grab a drink at the bar- their drink menu and specials are fun.
  10. went there last night and my initial thoughts were that this was a nice place with a good selection of bar food.
  11. The food selections, drinks, DJ and service were outstanding.
  12. The prices were reasonable and they had a great selection of wines and specialty cocktails.
  13. This is a great restaurant to go with a lot of people because there are so many choices, and the prices range from inexpensive to normal NYC prices.
  14. Beautiful place, great staff, no attitude, fun tunes, and an amazing menu (a true gem)Thanks for a great night out, you have a beautiful place, great staff and really know what you are doing!
  15. The food was excellent,presented beatifully and the brunch menu was diverse
  16. the menu includes GREAT appetizers and salads and the atmosphere is a bit nicer and trendier than what you typically find around here.
  17. The entree selection received rave reviews and passed appetizers were delicious.
  18. Our monthly dinners parties are always very well done; attention to detail is excellent, food & wine selections are delicious, and service is wonderful.
  19. Sitting among many other restaurants and bars, Choice offers outdoor seating, a fantastic menu (try the goat cheese quesadilla with steak, or the goat cheese salad) and just a great place to chill.
  20. The menu is pretty extensive though.
  21. They offer a great happy hour with a nice selection.
overall
100.0% positive
  1. Just a great American restaurant & bar to visit when in Murray Hill.
  2. It is a great place to meet for dinner, drinks, or to watch a game at the bar.
  3. If you want to have a great meal, enjoy a nice bar scene, and actually have the manager, owner, and staff thanks -you, this is your place.
  4. would go back again, but it wouldn't be because of the great food and drinks, just if we couldn't decide and got desperate we know this place would be a safe bet for what we want.
  5. This is a great restaurant to go with a lot of people because there are so many choices, and the prices range from inexpensive to normal NYC prices.
  6. Keep it up, great place to go!
  7. Its a great place to kick back and hang out with either business or friends or even a date.
  8. Very nice place to go for a great dinner in an upbeat trendy environment.
  9. Sitting among many other restaurants and bars, Choice offers outdoor seating, a fantastic menu (try the goat cheese quesadilla with steak, or the goat cheese salad) and just a great place to chill.
  10. Choice is a great little family run place in gramercy, you will not be disappointed.
  11. As a resident in the neighborhood, It is a HUGE asset to have a nice classy place like this in the area.
  12. went there last night and my initial thoughts were that this was a nice place with a good selection of bar food.
  13. know that our friends and family loved the venue, as well-- the food was delicious, the service was quick and friendly, the drinks were great and flowing freely, and the layout of the restaurant made it easy for people to talk in small groups without ha
  14. WOW - What a nice place
  15. Beautiful place, great staff, no attitude, fun tunes, and an amazing menu (a true gem)Thanks for a great night out, you have a beautiful place, great staff and really know what you are doing!
  16. It is definitely a nice place and they have some good drink specials.
return potential
100.0% positive
  1. The staff handled everything perfect and we will be back (intentionally this time).
  2. would go back again, but it wouldn't be because of the great food and drinks, just if we couldn't decide and got desperate we know this place would be a safe bet for what we want.
  3. We had a very enjoyable dining experience and will be back.
service
95.71000099182129% positive
  1. The food was excellent, the service professional and courteous, and the price reasonable.
  2. The service was attentive and friendly, the drinks were amazing, and the food was superb.
  3. have never had such poor service ANYWHERE in NY and would not recommend this place under any circumstances.
  4. We had a great experience at Choice and appreciate the attention from all the staff.
  5. The decor is nice, the staff and service was also top notch.
  6. Everyone was very attentive and the place is really nice (really cool design).
  7. Most people think of a neighborhood joint as warm and inviting and bustling - this is none of that.
  8. This is a great restaurant to go with a lot of people because there are so many choices, and the prices range from inexpensive to normal NYC prices.
  9. Beautiful place, great staff, no attitude, fun tunes, and an amazing menu (a true gem)Thanks for a great night out, you have a beautiful place, great staff and really know what you are doing!
  10. The food was excellent - the service great and the atmosphere was perfect.
  11. The majority or the places in this area have horrible food and are way too fratty (there are more people throwing up on Third Avenue at midnight then at NYU hospital).
  12. We didn't care about where to sit ,but we expected good service and food.
  13. The decor and the atmosphere are really pleasant - good lighting, design and spacious, the wait staff was attentive and helpful (nothing exceptional though they had the typical NYC drab attitude).
  14. Love the staff, food, and drinks.
  15. Simply good food, nice staff, and a great happy hour value.
  16. excellent food and great service
  17. Great food, service and atmosphere.
  18. Food is great, cool staff, and an overall consistently great time.
  19. The food was yummy-- we went for a very kid friendly menu--spinach dip (the best I have ever had), chicken and beef skewers, caesar salad, tomato and mozzarella, hummus and pita etc.... but the way they served it on beautiful/funky square platters made th
  20. We love going here because of this, the staff is friendly and they have a good wine selection.
  21. Music, food, staff, and mangers were great.
  22. Extremely reasonable pricing, good music, and great service.
  23. The bartender was hysterical and the open bar option was awesome.
  24. Our waitress (Casey) was AWESOME and Katie (manager) made sure very part of our party package was perfect.
  25. The service was impeccable (they were very attentive and they kept the mimosas coming!)
  26. Kate the manager was very good with prior communication, and even better the night of the party.
  27. Thank you John, Katie, and the staff of Choice for a fabulous party.
  28. The waitress was not only slow, but screwed up our order (5 appetizers only) by forgetting one of our appetizers and the condiments for the nachos, as well as overcharging on the bill.
  29. the drinks are strong and the staff is very friendly and attentive.
  30. Great food, service was k/a, and as you know, as a group, we always leave happy.
  31. The food is great, the staff is attentive and friendly.
  32. They had us in the back room which is big enough to fit at least 40 people, with our own bartender and even though we ran over the pre-set time limit, they didn't kick us out.
  33. The DJ was good and both the bartenders were a lot of fun.
  34. The service was great and I go there regularly now!
  35. sandwiches/entrees/salads. I cannot speak for everyone but most people liked their food just fine.
  36. My guests raved about the food, ambiance, decor, and the attentive service.
  37. Outstanding food, drinks and service!
  38. The waitress was very friendly, however the busboys were slow with coffee re-fills.
  39. Other people seem to love this place, maybe I had high expectations.
  40. Amazing food , amazing and knowledgeable staff, beautiful dining room and just overall lovely place to eat.
  41. Planning was easy, the staff was great, and our guests enjoyed the food & drinks.
  42. Overall a great time, good food and excellent staff.
  43. The staff was hands on and made everything perfect.
  44. Great place, nice staff, and a definite new favorite.
  45. The staff handled everything perfect and we will be back (intentionally this time).
  46. The staff was very attentive, drinks were delicious, and the crowd was great.
  47. Our waitress and bartender for the party were both really friendly and helped us keep the party going.
  48. The staff was friendly and patient.
  49. I've organized events like this before, and John and Dan were by far the best people I've ever collaborated with.
  50. Our monthly dinners parties are always very well done; attention to detail is excellent, food & wine selections are delicious, and service is wonderful.
  51. They need to make sure that people know how big the place is and about the huge dining room, from the street you don't get the full atmosphere of the place.
  52. My company hosted a small event at CHOICE on a Wednesday night and things couldn't have worked out better -- the staff was accommodating, the food was excellent and space perfect.
  53. Dinner service was a bit slow and can be a bit loud, but great for groups.
  54. The staff and managers at Choice went out of their way to make my husband's party a huge success.
  55. The staff is wonderful!
  56. Katie, the mgr, was so very accomodating and helpful and the staff were very attentive.
  57. The food selections, drinks, DJ and service were outstanding.
  58. made reservations here as they had good ratings for food and service(?)
  59. the ambiance/decor is fabulous, the service is great and the menu is extensive (and very reasonably priced!)
  60. Great cocktails, EXCELLENT party planning and service
  61. The service was good but I think we had a new server and she was still learning.
  62. If you want to have a great meal, enjoy a nice bar scene, and actually have the manager, owner, and staff thanks -you, this is your place.
  63. Our waitress, Carra, and manager Cindy were great.
  64. It really is a beautiful place and the staff was great.
  65. However, the service wasn't the best.
  66. The food was amazing, drinks were amazing, and the customer service was incredible.
  67. just had my daughter's Bridal Shower here and I cannot say enough of what a beautiful job Katie [the party manager] and the staff did
  68. Beautiful Bridal Shower place, sophisticated atmosphere, great party planner and service
  69. The service was quite good and drinks and food were served up quickly and the prices were decent.
  70. know that our friends and family loved the venue, as well-- the food was delicious, the service was quick and friendly, the drinks were great and flowing freely, and the layout of the restaurant made it easy for people to talk in small groups without ha
value
96.66999816894531% positive
  1. The food is actually pretty good but it is way too expensive for a Murray Hill neighborhood restaurant.
  2. We did the prefix menu and it was such a great value.
  3. Apps were really good, but ten dollars for a bottle of wine, I'd can't be beat.
  4. The food was excellent, the service professional and courteous, and the price reasonable.
  5. (You should go to Dining Fever to get a 20% off coupon which makes the food prices somewhat reasonable).
  6. Simply good food, nice staff, and a great happy hour value.
  7. The prices were reasonable and they had a great selection of wines and specialty cocktails.
  8. You are getting a great value for your money.
  9. They need to make sure that people know how big the place is and about the huge dining room, from the street you don't get the full atmosphere of the place.
  10. The college kids stayed aroung the huge bar and the family members stayed in the back where there was plenty of seating.
  11. Choice is by far the best value for a great time in NYC.
  12. had a huge corporate event held at CHOICE.
  13. The place is pretty and very comfortable and everything was included in one reasonable price.
  14. Portions were generous and the atmosphere is very elegant yet warm and inviting.
  15. Great appetizers, and drinks for a reasonable price.
  16. We were also impressed with the wine list: some nice finds at reasonable prices (also a 30 plus selection by the glass).
  17. am a huge fan of their location on the UES, Uptown Lounge.
  18. This is a great restaurant to go with a lot of people because there are so many choices, and the prices range from inexpensive to normal NYC prices.
  19. The brunch entrees were delicious, nicely presented, and the price was reasonable.
  20. They were incredibly responsive, a huge help in setting up a beautiful room and table, and did everything they could to make my husband's 40th birthday a special celebration!
  21. The service was quite good and drinks and food were served up quickly and the prices were decent.
  22. The pricing is reasonable and the private room with bar was perfect.
  23. The portions for the salads and entrees were huge so consider splitting a dish.
  24. Lots of yummy veggies and the portions were huge.
  25. The portions are huge.
  26. The staff and managers at Choice went out of their way to make my husband's party a huge success.
  27. Extremely reasonable pricing, good music, and great service.
  28. guess you can say I am bias, but $20 average for an entree is not expensive.
  29. Every night there is a great and cheap special for everyone.
  30. highly suggest CHOICE, whether youre having a huge event or just a fun night out.
wait time
70.0% positive
  1. Dinner service was a bit slow and can be a bit loud, but great for groups.
  2. The waitress was not only slow, but screwed up our order (5 appetizers only) by forgetting one of our appetizers and the condiments for the nachos, as well as overcharging on the bill.
  3. know that our friends and family loved the venue, as well-- the food was delicious, the service was quick and friendly, the drinks were great and flowing freely, and the layout of the restaurant made it easy for people to talk in small groups without ha
  4. Beautiful private room, long bar, and excellent food
  5. The waitress was very friendly, however the busboys were slow with coffee re-fills.
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

04/19/11

Excellent Food, Drink and Service for Private Party

by sasund at Citysearch

We had a private party at Choice last weekend, a Bridal Shower for almost 30 people, and we loved it. The food was good, the service was EXCELLENT, they were very attentive with drinks and food, they worked with us with the menu, they were very accommodating, they didn't rush us out at the end...overall a great Brunch party! I would highly recommend it.

2 Star Rating: Below Average

07/29/10

Disappointing brunch

by bunny20 at Citysearch

Good menu, poor execution

  • Pros: outdoor seating, brunch menu
  • Cons: quality of food and service
4 Star Rating: Recommended

05/04/10

Great place for a party

by MamaNg at Citysearch

A little late with my review but here it is nonetheless. I had a birthday party here in Nov. '09 with abt 70 people. I worked with the party coordinator, John, who was very accommodating with the menu. I had quite a few small children there and wanted something they could eat and he threw in some pizzas & mozzarella sticks. I thought I would have to sacrifice one of my menu selections but didn't have to. The atmosphere is nice & casual. Someplace you would come for a nice brunch on a weekend and I plan to. My friends loved the place and thought the food was very good. I would definitely do another party here!!

  • Pros: Very easy to work with (JOHN), good food and atmosphere
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

12/11/09

Great recommendation, or should I say Great Choice

by gkauffman at Citysearch

I was referred to this bar/restaurant by Shecky's. What a great referral. I had my birthday party in the Choice Room & Brick Room. Everything was perfect. Music, food, staff, and mangers were great. The open bar package was reasonable and they were not stingy with the finish time (they extended the open bar for 20m at no additional charge). I would recommend Choice as they really do a fantastic job planning, hosting, and sticking to their promises. My friends loved the place and I am sure they will get repeat business from this party.

  • Pros: party service is fantastic, great bartender (Denise)
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

12/02/09

Brunch was great!

by itchn2eat at Citysearch

I'm always looking for places to go with my three children when my parents come to town. We tried the Brunch at Choice (table of 5 kids and 12 adults) and were pleasantly surprised. Although it looks sophisticated, they were more than accomadating to our large party. The food was amazing, and the stuffed french toast was the best i have ever had! The staff was friendly and patient...it would be nice if they had a crayon or two to occupy the kids...I will be back!

  • Pros: great for groups
  • Cons: more highchairs, crayons for kids

The Details on CHOICE Kitchen & Cocktails

Place Categories:

  • great food
  • great little family run place
  • great wait staff
  • great customer service
  • great spectacular drinks
  • great dining experience
  • great atmosphere
  • great birthday party
  • perfect everything
  • nice long bar
  • reasonable price
  • highly recommend choice
  • nice meal
  • delicious appetizers
  • pretty extensive drink menu
  • nice fun crowd
  • not only slow waitress
  • nice brunch
  • great american restaurant
  • great happy hour
  • worst salads
  • great evening
  • helpful job katie
  • nice decor
  • mediocre food

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