Chanterelle
(212) 966-6960
2 Harrison St
New York,
NY
10013
40.7188
-74.009
Neighborhoods: Tribeca, Downtown
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The Scene
Owners Karen and David Waltuck continue to be trailblazers in their field. When they opened their doors in 1979, they were the first to bring fine food and smart, serious service to Tribeca. The scene, as well as the neighborhood, has evolved since then, and now a refined, moneyed clientele dines in the spacious, candlelit room rimmed with towering floral arrangements and sparkling chandeliers. Down-to-earth service tempers the formality.
The Food
David Waltuck's pricey, market-driven, prix-fixe dinner menu transcends trend with an assured blend of French inspiration and New American innovation. His timeless classics--like grilled seafood sausage bursting with butter, sweetness and brine; poached white tuna atop surpassingly fresh watercress coulis; and velvety-beyond-compare squab mousse--are understated and yet stunning. And when he layers more elaborate flavors--steamed lobster drizzled with curry-lime-muscat emulsion; gamey, wine-braised venison offset with sweet butternut squash flan--the results are beautifully calibrated.
User Reviews
acktrader1
January 26, 2009
My wife and I have recently decided to fly to New York for some weekends for dining and museums. In regards to the museums, they are world class. So far, our culinary experiences have been sub par. This place was the "crown jewel" of average food with poor service. I can quickly list 50 restaurants in Chicago that are far superior to Chanterelle for 50% of the price. The restaurants at the same price point are head and shoulders above and you will have a memorable meal. After paying the $500 for this meal, I would pay someone $500 more to make me forget I ever went here.
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Anonymous
December 15, 2008
Can't say enough great things about this restaurant. The atmosphere is quiet & elegant.The food is prepared perfectly & the staff discreet.This is aperfect place for a romantic dinner.
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bpbrody
November 24, 2008
Food was decent. If there are more than 5 tables occupied get ready to be forgotten. My wife had a coffee cup put in front of her and we stared at it for 25 mins. Couldn?t get the attention of the staff and I?m not hunting one of them down when you?re paying $500 for a table of 2. Finally the Maitre?d was seating another table where I loudly had to get his attention. Asked for the check and told him why. It is unacceptable to not have anyone come by to check in on a table for nearly half an hour. I think you will have the same experience unless you have a table with a party of 5 or more. Even though the check for 2 is high, clearly a table of 5 will likely be higher so prepare to get ignored on a 2 top. The place isn?t much bigger than a living room, so this type of experience should never happen. Should have heeded the most recent reviews regarding the svs and not the ones of yore.
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Know Before You Go:
Only prix-fixe menus are served and the three-course option is a whopping $95. Still, cheese lovers will find the $25 substitution supplement worthwhile for a cheese plate that is among the best in town. The lunch prix fixe is $42.
What to Drink:
For the past decade, master sommelier Roger Daghorn has been scouring the globe for rare wine finds. The South African pinot noir is an excellent choice.
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Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Romantic Dining, Quiet, Special Occasion Dining, Business Dining, Online Reservations, Notable Wine List, Prix Fixe Menu
