| ambiance |
90.57999610900879% positive |
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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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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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Great food in a unique atmosphere - a New York standard - a must do although pricey. ”
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This place is just a stuffy, smoke filled restaurant with rude hosts and bad atmosphere. ”
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The atmosphere was pleasant but these problems will prevent me from returning. ”
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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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Awesome history, excellent food, sophisticated ambience, fine service - it's got it all! ”
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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 decor of the restaurant was okay, the staff was attentive and courteous and the food. ”
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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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liked that they seat you side by side and it was quite conducive for a romantic evening out. ”
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The seating is cozy, neighborly, let's face it - close! ”
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Terrific food, ambiance & service - don't miss it! ”
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The setting is excellent, elegant in style and it has a very relaxing atmosphere. ”
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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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Fantastic food, extremely friendly and prompt service, great atmosphere and one of the best wine lists in the city. ”
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Overall it was a good experience, maybe not the most romantic setting. ”
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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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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 unique seating arrangements lent themselves to getting to know your neighbors and some fun conversations. ”
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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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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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| dessert |
100.0% positive |
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My wife's pre theater salmon, with an excellent salad and wonderful brownie dessert was terrific. ”
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My friend had an amazing time and she enjoyed her dessert. ”
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The desserts - creme brulee, fudge tart, lemon cake w/ raspberry sauce - were all yummy! ”
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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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Nonetheless, the seafood was awesome as were the souffles for dessert! ”
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| drinks |
93.33000183105469% positive |
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Instead, we recieved mediorce assemblyline food, and overpriced drinks. ”
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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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The drinks were great. ”
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Everything from the cocktails and appetizers to the dinner and the wines were outstanding. ”
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Good food, great wine, nice conversation. ”
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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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go often but now just to the bar because the bartenders are the best and pour a great drink ”
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HA HA, yes he eats there) The service is outstanding and the drinks,. ”
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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, 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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Besides the great service, the restaurant's rich history creates a warm and interesting atmosphere (especially in 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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Nice wine list. ”
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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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And the wine was excellent! ”
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| food quality |
86.04999542236328% positive |
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Good food, great wine, nice conversation. ”
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The tartar app was great, as was the salad. ”
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Great food in a unique atmosphere - a New York standard - a must do although pricey. ”
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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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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 lamb appetizier and sea bass entree were delicious. ”
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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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Terrific food, ambiance & service - don't miss it! ”
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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 food was so delicious and the meats prepared to a T (we also know our meat)! ”
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The food is good, not great. ”
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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 restuarnt itself is unqiue and had great service, but the food was average. ”
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Great setting, service and food! ”
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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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Drinks and meat are AMAZING. ”
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Nonetheless, the seafood was awesome as were the souffles for dessert! ”
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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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My wife's pre theater salmon, with an excellent salad and wonderful brownie dessert was terrific. ”
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The food was good and the service was outstanding. ”
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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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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 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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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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My burger was flat, my companion's steak and lamb shank left something to be desired. ”
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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 food was excellent, but the service was second to none. ”
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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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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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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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Nothing terrible about the food, but yet nothing to rave about. ”
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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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The service was impeccable, the food outstanding, and the atmosphere was like no other! ”
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Awesome history, excellent food, sophisticated ambience, fine service - it's got it all! ”
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Instead, we recieved mediorce assemblyline food, and overpriced drinks. ”
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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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Great customer service, good food ”
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The food was excellent for the price - we had the $40 pre fixe. ”
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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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The staff was great, waiter was attentive, but not intrusive and meal was superb. ”
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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 desserts - creme brulee, fudge tart, lemon cake w/ raspberry sauce - were all yummy! ”
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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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But their food is incredible and amazing, and the service is second to none. ”
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That said, we had a Friday night pre-theater meal that was elegant and absolutely DELICIOUS! ”
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really enjoyed my shrimp dish, but bf said he's had better steak. ”
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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 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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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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| overall |
100.0% positive |
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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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The best restaurant experience i have ever had. ”
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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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It was a great experience from the time we walked into the restaurant. ”
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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 is dimly lit so it would make a nice place to go on a date. ”
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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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The service is very professional, perhaps a bit too professional; meaning a tad on the detached side. ”
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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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Get the seat along the wall for great people watching. ”
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great service! ”
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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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HA HA, yes he eats there) The service is outstanding and the drinks,. ”
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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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The only thing "recommended" about this place is the sommelier, who was knowledgeable and friendly. ”
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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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But their food is incredible and amazing, and the service is second to none. ”
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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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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 very attentive; they noticed details and took care of things. ”
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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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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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Contain was okay but the busboy was very rude. ”
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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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we had great service. ”
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The service was friendly and for the whole experience, the price really was not bad. ”
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This place is just a stuffy, smoke filled restaurant with rude hosts and bad atmosphere. ”
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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 atmosphere along w/ the unbelievable service made it a memorable evening and I can't wait to go back. ”
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The restuarnt itself is unqiue and had great service, but the food was average. ”
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Great setting, service and food! ”
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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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Awesome history, excellent food, sophisticated ambience, fine service - it's got it all! ”
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The food was good and the service was outstanding. ”
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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 impeccable, the food outstanding, and the atmosphere was like no other! ”
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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, 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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go often but now just to the bar because the bartenders are the best and pour a great drink ”
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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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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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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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Terrific food, ambiance & service - don't miss it! ”
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The staff was great, waiter was attentive, but not intrusive and meal was superb. ”
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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 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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The food was excellent, but the service was second to none. ”
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Great customer service, good food ”
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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 decor of the restaurant was okay, the staff was attentive and courteous and the food. ”
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| value |
41.66999816894531% positive |
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This restaurant is soooo expensive and the inside looks like a TGIF. ”
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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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The service was friendly and for the whole experience, the price really was not bad. ”
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The only downside would be the prices on the normal menu, quite expensive. ”
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Great food in a unique atmosphere - a New York standard - a must do although pricey. ”
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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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For $40-50 per entree, this was not a good value at all. ”
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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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The food was excellent for the price - we had the $40 pre fixe. ”
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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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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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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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The dinner was more that we expected at a price that was amazing! ”
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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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Although it is a very expensive place it is worth the price. ”
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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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