| ambiance |
90.57999610900879% positive |
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The setting is excellent, elegant in style and it has a very relaxing atmosphere. ”
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Great food in a unique atmosphere - a New York standard - a must do although pricey. ”
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The decor of the restaurant was okay, the staff was attentive and courteous and the food. ”
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The atmosphere was pleasant but these problems will prevent me from returning. ”
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Here are a couple things to point out about 21 club....1) there is a lot of history here and the decorations are interesting/original 2) 20% of the staff is incredibly polite (the men by the entrance and barkeep mostly) meanwhile the rest of the staff see ”
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The food was great--the price fixe is an excellent value--and the atmosphere is so charming. ”
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Terrific food, ambiance & service - don't miss it! ”
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With incredible service, great food, and the most unique atmosphere in New York, this place is one of the best around. ”
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Overall it was a good experience, maybe not the most romantic setting. ”
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Fantastic food, extremely friendly and prompt service, great atmosphere and one of the best wine lists in the city. ”
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Living in NYC, the sticker price did not shock us, but certainly if you're traveling in from out of town, there are much better places to get a true NYC ambience. ”
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The service was impeccable, the food outstanding, and the atmosphere was like no other! ”
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Besides the great service, the restaurant's rich history creates a warm and interesting atmosphere (especially in the wine cellar). ”
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It doesn't have the best food, nor the best location nor even the best decor but it has more history for more New Yorkers than anyplace else, including the Four Seasons. ”
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The unique seating arrangements lent themselves to getting to know your neighbors and some fun conversations. ”
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The seating is cozy, neighborly, let's face it - close! ”
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liked that they seat you side by side and it was quite conducive for a romantic evening out. ”
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The 21 Club Event Managers made planning this very high level event so easy and I really came out looking like a star for picking such a wonderful location. ”
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The food, the service, the impressive wine list, and of course the fun atmosphere(that most restaurants of this caliber lack) were incredible. ”
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The atmosphere along w/ the unbelievable service made it a memorable evening and I can't wait to go back. ”
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Everything was just perfect from the decor to the food, service and everything that I am planning on having every big anniversary with the 21 Club. ”
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This place is just a stuffy, smoke filled restaurant with rude hosts and bad atmosphere. ”
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Awesome history, excellent food, sophisticated ambience, fine service - it's got it all! ”
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| dessert |
100.0% positive |
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The desserts - creme brulee, fudge tart, lemon cake w/ raspberry sauce - were all yummy! ”
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My wife's pre theater salmon, with an excellent salad and wonderful brownie dessert was terrific. ”
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Nonetheless, the seafood was awesome as were the souffles for dessert! ”
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My friend had an amazing time and she enjoyed her dessert. ”
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Speaking of dessert, we shared 2, including the Creme Brulee w/ fresh berries (yummy but could have been warmer) and chocolate mousse (also yummy but could have lighter and fluffier). ”
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| drinks |
93.33000183105469% positive |
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You will know why there are toys hanging from the ceiling in the bar room and why there are miniature jockeys lining the building above the famous entrance, and all about the secret door to the wine cellar! ”
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Our friendly neighbor, and the waiter too, recommended a glass of Riesling as I am very particular about my wine and like it very sweet. ”
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Everything from the cocktails and appetizers to the dinner and the wines were outstanding. ”
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Nice wine list. ”
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Fantastic food, extremely friendly and prompt service, great atmosphere and one of the best wine lists in the city. ”
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The drinks were great. ”
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Besides the great service, the restaurant's rich history creates a warm and interesting atmosphere (especially in the wine cellar). ”
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Good food, great wine, nice conversation. ”
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And the wine was excellent! ”
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We were treated very cordially by the staff and were given a tour of the impressive Prohibition-era wine cellar. ”
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HA HA, yes he eats there) The service is outstanding and the drinks,. ”
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Instead, we recieved mediorce assemblyline food, and overpriced drinks. ”
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The food, the service, the impressive wine list, and of course the fun atmosphere(that most restaurants of this caliber lack) were incredible. ”
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did go here recently and they have changed the name of some things and they too my favorite wine off the list :( but the salad is still as good. ”
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go often but now just to the bar because the bartenders are the best and pour a great drink ”
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| food quality |
86.04999542236328% positive |
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My wife and I highly recommend 21 Club if you want incredible service w/ absolutely the highest quality of food in the city. ”
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The restuarnt itself is unqiue and had great service, but the food was average. ”
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Thought the burger would be awesome, little did I know that they use Duck Fat to prepare it. ”
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My wife's pre theater salmon, with an excellent salad and wonderful brownie dessert was terrific. ”
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Instead, we recieved mediorce assemblyline food, and overpriced drinks. ”
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Great setting, service and food! ”
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did go here recently and they have changed the name of some things and they too my favorite wine off the list :( but the salad is still as good. ”
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Nothing terrible about the food, but yet nothing to rave about. ”
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Either way, the food was tasty, the creme brulee was definitely one of my all time favorites, and the service was attentive to the letter. ”
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Great food in a unique atmosphere - a New York standard - a must do although pricey. ”
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It doesn't have the best food, nor the best location nor even the best decor but it has more history for more New Yorkers than anyplace else, including the Four Seasons. ”
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The food is good, not great. ”
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The food, the service, the impressive wine list, and of course the fun atmosphere(that most restaurants of this caliber lack) were incredible. ”
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Good food, great wine, nice conversation. ”
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The service was impeccable, the food outstanding, and the atmosphere was like no other! ”
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Speaking of dessert, we shared 2, including the Creme Brulee w/ fresh berries (yummy but could have been warmer) and chocolate mousse (also yummy but could have lighter and fluffier). ”
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They food was fantastic, I had the burger to see if all the hype was true and it was delicious. ”
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The desserts - creme brulee, fudge tart, lemon cake w/ raspberry sauce - were all yummy! ”
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The food was good and the service was outstanding. ”
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The staff was great, waiter was attentive, but not intrusive and meal was superb. ”
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With incredible service, great food, and the most unique atmosphere in New York, this place is one of the best around. ”
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The room was great, the food amazing and the lady that I worked with was such a pleasure and really walked me through the process and told me everything I needed to do. ”
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Terrific food, ambiance & service - don't miss it! ”
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Nonetheless, the seafood was awesome as were the souffles for dessert! ”
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But their food is incredible and amazing, and the service is second to none. ”
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Awesome history, excellent food, sophisticated ambience, fine service - it's got it all! ”
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Fantastic food, extremely friendly and prompt service, great atmosphere and one of the best wine lists in the city. ”
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Here are a couple things to point out about 21 club....1) there is a lot of history here and the decorations are interesting/original 2) 20% of the staff is incredibly polite (the men by the entrance and barkeep mostly) meanwhile the rest of the staff see ”
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They were attentive and took care of every detail for me, the room was beautiful, the staff was professional and experienced, the food was excellent the Filet Mignon melted in my mouth. ”
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That said, we had a Friday night pre-theater meal that was elegant and absolutely DELICIOUS! ”
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The food was excellent, we ate from the resturant week menu and for $35 per head, we both felt the quality, flavor and presentation were top notch. ”
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Great customer service, good food ”
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The food was so delicious and the meats prepared to a T (we also know our meat)! ”
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real NYC Classic, The Maitre D' is rude and lucky he has a job there he needs to be in the back washing dishes! ”
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The food was great--the price fixe is an excellent value--and the atmosphere is so charming. ”
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Drinks and meat are AMAZING. ”
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The lamb appetizier and sea bass entree were delicious. ”
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The food was excellent, but the service was second to none. ”
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really enjoyed my shrimp dish, but bf said he's had better steak. ”
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The decor of the restaurant was okay, the staff was attentive and courteous and the food. ”
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Sure it was on Secks (ugh Citysearch content blockers) and the City and its one of the most famous restaurants in the area, but the food was very disappointing during Restaurant Week. ”
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The food was excellent for the price - we had the $40 pre fixe. ”
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Everything was just perfect from the decor to the food, service and everything that I am planning on having every big anniversary with the 21 Club. ”
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If you want to spend a ton of money on mediocre food while hanging out with old folks, then this is your place. ”
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The tartar app was great, as was the salad. ”
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My burger was flat, my companion's steak and lamb shank left something to be desired. ”
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| menu variety |
80.0% positive |
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She took care of every detail from planning the menu, ordering the Jazz Trio, and even the Flowers and Linens we were in the Jack Room which was just absolutely the most perfect room for a small dinner. ”
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The only downside would be the prices on the normal menu, quite expensive. ”
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However, it takes ages to get seated (even with a reservation), and the waiters don't seem very knowledgeable about the menu (or receptive to questions). ”
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The food was excellent, we ate from the resturant week menu and for $35 per head, we both felt the quality, flavor and presentation were top notch. ”
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For $40 we had a fabulous pre-fixe 3-course menu (or they have another larger selection menu available for $70). ”
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| overall |
100.0% positive |
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It was a great experience from the time we walked into the restaurant. ”
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With incredible service, great food, and the most unique atmosphere in New York, this place is one of the best around. ”
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nice place ”
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Besides the great service, the restaurant's rich history creates a warm and interesting atmosphere (especially in the wine cellar). ”
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The best restaurant experience i have ever had. ”
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It is dimly lit so it would make a nice place to go on a date. ”
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eat out about 3 times per week in NYC, and I know a great restaurant when I see one. ”
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| return potential |
100.0% positive |
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The atmosphere along w/ the unbelievable service made it a memorable evening and I can't wait to go back. ”
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| service |
89.20000076293945% positive |
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HA HA, yes he eats there) The service is outstanding and the drinks,. ”
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Great customer service, good food ”
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But their food is incredible and amazing, and the service is second to none. ”
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The waiter was happy to bring me a "taste" so that I could decide for myself if I wanted it. ”
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With incredible service, great food, and the most unique atmosphere in New York, this place is one of the best around. ”
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Besides the great service, the restaurant's rich history creates a warm and interesting atmosphere (especially in the wine cellar). ”
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Awesome history, excellent food, sophisticated ambience, fine service - it's got it all! ”
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The service was very attentive; they noticed details and took care of things. ”
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The restuarnt itself is unqiue and had great service, but the food was average. ”
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The head waiter (I heard him say he was the official servicer for 'Upstairs at 21') was actually the key ingredient to our wonderful dining experience. ”
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Our waiter was attentive but didn't seem to care that we have a great experience at 21. ”
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The service was friendly and for the whole experience, the price really was not bad. ”
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go often but now just to the bar because the bartenders are the best and pour a great drink ”
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The staff was great, waiter was attentive, but not intrusive and meal was superb. ”
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great service! ”
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This place is just a stuffy, smoke filled restaurant with rude hosts and bad atmosphere. ”
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My wife and I highly recommend 21 Club if you want incredible service w/ absolutely the highest quality of food in the city. ”
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The food was good and the service was outstanding. ”
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did enjoy the staff in their white jackets and bow ties, though. ”
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Food was good but the service was terrible. ”
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Great setting, service and food! ”
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The service is very professional, perhaps a bit too professional; meaning a tad on the detached side. ”
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The only thing "recommended" about this place is the sommelier, who was knowledgeable and friendly. ”
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The service was impeccable, the food outstanding, and the atmosphere was like no other! ”
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Here are a couple things to point out about 21 club....1) there is a lot of history here and the decorations are interesting/original 2) 20% of the staff is incredibly polite (the men by the entrance and barkeep mostly) meanwhile the rest of the staff see ”
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We were treated very cordially by the staff and were given a tour of the impressive Prohibition-era wine cellar. ”
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Terrific food, ambiance & service - don't miss it! ”
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We were seated next to a lovely couple from Long Island - friendly, educated, world-wise, great conversationalists. ”
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we had great service. ”
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They were attentive and took care of every detail for me, the room was beautiful, the staff was professional and experienced, the food was excellent the Filet Mignon melted in my mouth. ”
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Get the seat along the wall for great people watching. ”
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Fantastic food, extremely friendly and prompt service, great atmosphere and one of the best wine lists in the city. ”
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The food was excellent, but the service was second to none. ”
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real NYC Classic, The Maitre D' is rude and lucky he has a job there he needs to be in the back washing dishes! ”
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However, it takes ages to get seated (even with a reservation), and the waiters don't seem very knowledgeable about the menu (or receptive to questions). ”
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Our friendly neighbor, and the waiter too, recommended a glass of Riesling as I am very particular about my wine and like it very sweet. ”
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The service was among the best we have experienced in NY, the staff were very attentive and always seem to be there when you needed something. ”
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Contain was okay but the busboy was very rude. ”
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Everything was just perfect from the decor to the food, service and everything that I am planning on having every big anniversary with the 21 Club. ”
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The food, the service, the impressive wine list, and of course the fun atmosphere(that most restaurants of this caliber lack) were incredible. ”
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The decor of the restaurant was okay, the staff was attentive and courteous and the food. ”
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If it weren't for all the uncomfortable people in suit jackets (don't try to take yours off - they will spank you) you might think you were at a TGIFridays at least until you saw the prices. ”
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Either way, the food was tasty, the creme brulee was definitely one of my all time favorites, and the service was attentive to the letter. ”
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The atmosphere along w/ the unbelievable service made it a memorable evening and I can't wait to go back. ”
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| value |
41.66999816894531% positive |
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The food was excellent for the price - we had the $40 pre fixe. ”
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Great food in a unique atmosphere - a New York standard - a must do although pricey. ”
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If it weren't for all the uncomfortable people in suit jackets (don't try to take yours off - they will spank you) you might think you were at a TGIFridays at least until you saw the prices. ”
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The dinner was more that we expected at a price that was amazing! ”
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The service was friendly and for the whole experience, the price really was not bad. ”
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The food was great--the price fixe is an excellent value--and the atmosphere is so charming. ”
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For $40-50 per entree, this was not a good value at all. ”
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Although it is a very expensive place it is worth the price. ”
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Living in NYC, the sticker price did not shock us, but certainly if you're traveling in from out of town, there are much better places to get a true NYC ambience. ”
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Is this just a seriously overpriced Chili's? ”
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Instead, we recieved mediorce assemblyline food, and overpriced drinks. ”
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If you want to spend a ton of money on mediocre food while hanging out with old folks, then this is your place. ”
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This restaurant is soooo expensive and the inside looks like a TGIF. ”
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Known one time as the most expensive hamburger in NYC(use to be $21.00 now $30.00 there is another place that charges $10.00 more). ”
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Here are a couple things to point out about 21 club....1) there is a lot of history here and the decorations are interesting/original 2) 20% of the staff is incredibly polite (the men by the entrance and barkeep mostly) meanwhile the rest of the staff see ”
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The only downside would be the prices on the normal menu, quite expensive. ”
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| wait time |
100.0% positive |
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recommend this restaurant (specify 'Upstairs at 21') and I promise you will love every minute of it! ”
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