11/17/06

Average/Overpriced/VERY skimpy portions

by antlooch

This place has decent atmosphere and good location but the food was bland and unmemorable. What's worse is that it was very expensive for what it was. I ordered a shrimp avacado salad. What I thought was six tiny shrimps turned out to really be 3 tiny shrimps cut in half sideways, made to look like six. What a joke for $11.00. Our waiter was very friendly but did not ask us once if we needed more drinks. Don't waste your money at this place. There's better places to eat in Soho.

• Pros: good atmosphere
• Cons: overpriced bland food

06/25/06

Expensive!

by prospectheightsgirl

The atmosphere is fabulous. The service impeccible. The portion size - disappointing. I paid $14 for TWO scallops. Yes, 2 scallops. It was an appetizer, but nonetheless, I felt humiliated when the waitress placed the plate in front of me.

05/03/06

It's diner fare, Soho style, with a pleasing crowd to match.

by Erin Behan

The Scene
Much of the crowd has been loving Jerry's since its 1987 inception, but that doesn't mean they don't still look fabulous. Colorful local artists rub shoulders at the back bar, and couples--even families--eat against a backdrop of art that includes celeb portraits of Mic Jagger and Jerry Garcia. Diner-chic done right includes vintage floor tiles, fire engine-red booths, chrome accents, and distinctive zebra stripes.

The Food
Chef Eric Korsh helms the internationally influenced American menu that manages an octopus salad tossed with a light lemon-parsley dressing as adeptly as crispy calamari. You could order the burger on a savory onion roll--and if you do, upgrade to fries drizzled with white truffle oil--but the charred skirt steak puts many a bistro's to shame. Spaghettini alla turino seems forgettable in this terrain, which brings items more fit for a haute menu--like the braised short ribs, dripping in a thick sweet sauce and sided by creamy polenta.

12/27/05

still a winner

by xwye

I love eating at this place and I am so glad to see the big Jerry's flag is still there as I drive down the street. The service thankfully gets better and better each year. There is always a wait for lunch, but well worth it. Although, I have to admit, I wish the specials were a bit more interesting. Nevertheless, try the burger or calamari salad-delicious!

• Pros: celebrity sightings, beautiful people, yummy food
• Cons: loud, long waits

07/22/05

Superb

by aces

Wow, this restaurant has come back from the dark ages. I decided to give this restaurant another shot and I'm glad I did. What a Big change from 8 years ago. Not only did I get to see the general manager spring into action and save Mira Sorvino's baby from choking on a piece of bread, (talk about taking control and being prepared!) I had great service and the greatest BLT. The walls went from barren to covered with cool pieces of art from well known photographers and boring red banquettes to fun vibrant pony print. No wonder all the celebrities eat there. I certainly will be back.

• Pros: celebrity spotting, good service, good food
• Cons: loud, long wait

05/25/05

This is still a Soho favorite

by mariana5227

Jerry's is one of those rare places in Soho that is an institution. The food is great, service always friendly and the price sure is right. There's something for everyone and there are always some famous faces around. There are a lot of regulars so it's fun to hang out. Great bar crowd early in the evening. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

• Pros: fun atmosphere, great value

05/25/05

love it !!

by uitsmijter

I am very surprised to see a few negative ratings. This restaurant is in my neighborhood so I frequent this establisment very often. It is great because seating is always promt. The place is unpretentious and comfortable. depending where I am coming from or going to, I have been there both extremely dressed up and very casual. This is why it feels like home. There are a many dishes you can always count on and the staff treats you like family. And ofcourse the food is always superb !!!!

• Pros: unpretentious, fabulous food, great wait staff

05/12/05

Awesome

by razcat

My wife and I dined at Jerry's Thursday night and I have to admit at first we were skeptical, but from the moment we walked in we felt as if we were guests in someones house. We informed the host that it was our first time eating at Jerry's. He smiled, gave us a brief history of the restaurant and assured us we would have a great time. He was right. The food was delicious and the atmosphere was fun and relaxed. I recommend the baby chicken with sweet onions. Needless to say, we will be going back to this trendy eatery very soon.

• Pros: friendly service, great food
• Cons: can be loud, pretetious bar crowd

03/06/05

Not Worth It...

by dutti22

I just got back from brunch at this place. I really wasn't impressed. The food was very average, and overly priced for what you got. I ordered an omellette which wasn't any better than I could make at home (or get in any mom and pop diner). It costs $12. My wife ordered french toast which was better than my dish, but still nothing to write home about. I was really more in a lunch mood anyway, but the thought of paying $14 for a grilled chicken sandwich with lettuce and tomato just doesn't seem right. The ambience, which isn't a huge deciding factor for me anyway, was that of a slightly upscale diner - nothing more.

Bottom line: With so many good alternatives in the area, we will not be heading back to this place.

• Pros: Service was friendly
• Cons: Poor Value, Average Food

08/19/04

great meal

by citygirl17

I was at Jerry's a few nights ago and had a great time. I absolutely loved the jicama and shrimp appetizer, and the hand-rolled pasta with olive oil and tomatoes was excellent. The service was friendly and attentive, and you can tell that there are a lot of regulars who have been going there for years, which makes Jerry's a unique spot in a neighborhood that is known for its pretentious restaurants that come and go every year.