Belly Up Pub
122 West Albany St, Herkimer, NY, 13350
Belly Up Pub Menu
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Diabetics at Taco Bell
The biggest concern for diabetics is to find healthy food with less sugar at restaurants. The hunt for the right food becomes even more challenging for diabetics when dining at a fast food restaurant. Well, Taco Bell changes that with Fresco style. Simply ask or order an item from the Taco Bell menu in Fresco Style.
Food Suggestions for Diabetics at Taco Bell:
Crunchy Taco Supreme
Nutrition Fact: 190 calories, 11g Fat (4.5g Sat. Fat), 340mg sodium, 15g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 3g Fiber, 8g Protein
Fresco Steak Soft Taco
Nutrition Fact: 150 calories, 4g Fat (1.5g Sat. Fat), 460mg sodium, 17g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 10g Protein
Fresco Soft Taco – Shredded Chicken
Nutrition Fact: 150 calories, 6g Fat (2g Sat. Fat), 430mg sodium, 16g Carbs, 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 9g Protein
Fresco Soft Taco Beef
Nutrition Fact: 160 calories, 6g Fat (2.5g Sat. Fat), 480mg sodium, 18g Carbs, 1g Sugar, 3g Fiber, 8g Protein
Veggie Power Menu Bowl
Nutrition Fact: 480 calories, 19g Fat (5g Sat. Fat), 970mg sodium, 65g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 13g Fiber, 14g Protein
Bean Burrito
Nutrition Fact: 380 calories, 11g Fat (4g Sat. Fat), 1060mg sodium, 55g Carbs, 3g Sugar, 9g Fiber, 14g Protein
Mini Skillet Bowl
Nutrition Fact: 180 calories, 11g Fat (2g Sat. Fat), 430mg sodium, 16g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 5g Protein
Foods to Avoid at Taco Bell for Diabetics:
You must avoid all kinds of Drinks and Freezes at Taco Bell if you have diabetes. Almost every beverage offered at Taco Bell contains high sugar content.
High Cholesterol at Taco Bell
Fast food restaurants are known for serving high calorie, greasy food with lots of sugars. Taco Bell changes this trend by offering Fresco Style option where your favorite food item is prepared using pico de gallo as it will cut down 20 – 30 calories easily from the original meal.
Food Suggestions to Maintain Cholesterol Level at Taco Bell:
Mini Skillet Bowl
Nutrition Fact: 180 calories, 11g Fat (2g Sat. Fat), 430mg sodium, 16g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 5g Protein
Breakfast Soft Taco – Egg & Cheese
Nutrition Fact: 170 calories, 9g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 330mg sodium, 15g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, less than 1g Fiber, 7g Protein
Spicy Tostada
Nutrition Fact: 210 calories, 10g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 440mg sodium, 22g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 5g Fiber, 6g Protein
Fresco Crunchy Taco – Beef
Nutrition Fact: 140 calories, 7g Fat (2.5g Sat. Fat), 300mg sodium, 14g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 3g Fiber, 6g Protein
Shredded Chicken Mini Quesadilla
Nutrition Fact: 200 calories, 10g Fat (3.5g Sat. Fat), 490mg sodium, 15g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 1g Fiber, 10g Protein
Crunchy Taco Supreme
Nutrition Fact: 190 calories, 11g Fat (4.5g Sat. Fat), 340mg sodium, 15g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 3g Fiber, 8g Protein
Spicy Potato Soft Taco
Nutrition Fact: 230 calories, 12g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 460mg sodium, 27g Carbs, 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 5g Protein
Foods to Avoid at Taco Bell for High Cholesterol:
It is best to avoid Bacon or Steak dishes at Taco Bell as such dishes contain a lot of fat. Also, try to avoid all kinds of Drinks and Freezes which are full of sugars resulting in empty calories.
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High Blood Pressure at Taco Bell
People with high blood pressure must avoid food with high sodium levels. You can either ask the people at Taco Bell to add less salt in your food or choose the food items with less sodium content or customize your order using Taco Bell's own nutrition calculator.
Food Suggestions to Control Blood Pressure at Taco Bell:
Fresco Chicken Soft Taco
Nutrition Fact: 150 calories, 6g Fat (2g Sat. Fat), 430mg sodium, 16g Carbs, 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 9g Protein
Spicy Tostada
Nutrition Fact: 210 calories, 10g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 440mg sodium, 22g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 5g Fiber, 6g Protein
Grilled Breakfast Burrito - Sausage
Nutrition Fact: 340 calories, 17g Fat (5g Sat. Fat), 730mg sodium, 36g Carbs, 3g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 11g Protein
Veggie Power Menu Bowl
Nutrition Fact: 480 calories, 19g Fat (5g Sat. Fat), 970mg sodium, 65g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 13g Fiber, 14g Protein
Foods to Avoid at Taco Bell for High Blood Pressure:
Taco Bell offers a wide range of Grande Scrambler Burritos, Crunch wraps, and Quesadillas which are high in sodium. It is important to limit the sodium intake at Taco Bell and avoid any meal with over 750-800mg sodium.
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High Cholesterol at Taco Bell
Fast food restaurants are known for serving high calorie, greasy food with lots of sugars. Taco Bell changes this trend by offering Fresco Style option where your favorite food item is prepared using pico de gallo as it will cut down 20 – 30 calories easily from the original meal.
Food Suggestions to Maintain Cholesterol Level at Taco Bell:
Mini Skillet Bowl
Nutrition Fact: 180 calories, 11g Fat (2g Sat. Fat), 430mg sodium, 16g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 5g Protein
Breakfast Soft Taco – Egg & Cheese
Nutrition Fact: 170 calories, 9g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 330mg sodium, 15g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, less than 1g Fiber, 7g Protein
Spicy Tostada
Nutrition Fact: 210 calories, 10g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 440mg sodium, 22g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 5g Fiber, 6g Protein
Fresco Crunchy Taco – Beef
Nutrition Fact: 140 calories, 7g Fat (2.5g Sat. Fat), 300mg sodium, 14g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 3g Fiber, 6g Protein
Shredded Chicken Mini Quesadilla
Nutrition Fact: 200 calories, 10g Fat (3.5g Sat. Fat), 490mg sodium, 15g Carbs, less than 1g Sugar, 1g Fiber, 10g Protein
Crunchy Taco Supreme
Nutrition Fact: 190 calories, 11g Fat (4.5g Sat. Fat), 340mg sodium, 15g Carbs, 2g Sugar, 3g Fiber, 8g Protein
Spicy Potato Soft Taco
Nutrition Fact: 230 calories, 12g Fat (3g Sat. Fat), 460mg sodium, 27g Carbs, 1g Sugar, 2g Fiber, 5g Protein
Foods to Avoid at Taco Bell for High Cholesterol:
It is best to avoid Bacon or Steak dishes at Taco Bell as such dishes contain a lot of fat. Also, try to avoid all kinds of Drinks and Freezes which are full of sugars resulting in empty calories.
Visit below restaurant in Herkimer for healthy meals suggestion.
Q&A on Taco Bell
Who owns Taco Bell?
Taco Bell is a restaurant chain subsidiary owned by Yum! Brands, Inc. which controls the restaurant division of PepsiCo.
When does Taco Bell stop serving breakfast?
Taco Bell starts serving breakfast from 6 a.m. which is one hour later than other competitors. However, the restaurant chain continues serving breakfast till 11 a.m. which is half an hour later than other competitors.
When is Taco Bell happy hour?
Happy hour at Taco Bell starts from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Are Taco Bell beans healthy?
Beans are rich in protein, fiber, and minerals like iron and phosphorous. Hence, Taco Bell beans are healthy in nature. However, there are claims that Taco Bell uses a rehydrated slew of mystery ingredients instead of beans. So, simply inquire about the beans before ordering items serving Taco Bell beans.
Which Taco Bell is closest to me?
Use our Restaurant Listings directory to find Taco Bell nearby.
Which Taco Bell sauce is hottest?
Diablo is the hottest Taco Bell sauce.
Which Taco Bell sauce is best?
In terms of popularity, the Mild sauce is undoubtedly the best Taco Bell sauce favored by Americans.
Which Taco Bell sauces are vegan?
Hot and Mild sauces are certified vegan.
Which Taco Bell has nacho fries?
Taco Bell has a habit of discontinuing and relaunching Nacho Fries. You can find the Taco Bell locations nearby to see if the Taco Bell store has Nacho Fries.
Which Taco Bell is open right now?
Taco Bell opens at 6 a.m. in the morning and stays open until 3 a.m. the next day at major locations. In New York city, the Taco Bell stores stay open till 11 p.m. or 12 midnight.
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About Taco Bell
Taco Bell is a haven for Mexican delicacies such as tacos, quesadillas, burritos, nachos, and other specialty items. Owned by Yum! Brands, Inc. Taco Bell is one of the fastest growing American chains of fast food restaurants. The restaurant operates from 7,072 different locations which are mostly run by independent franchisees and licensees.
The background story of Taco Bell is interesting and inspiring for budding entrepreneurs. The fast-food brand is the brainchild of Glen Bell, who started his first food venture as a hot dog seller in San Bernardino, California. The year was 1948. After witnessing long queues outside a Mexican restaurant called Mitla Café across the street, Bell saw the opportunity and demand for hard-shelled Tacos. He reverse-engineered the recipe and later started selling Tacos and called the venture Taco-Tia.
Later, the name changed from Taco-Tia to El Taco. Eventually, Glen Bell sold the company to his partner and opened the first Taco Bell in Downey in 1962. By 1964, the restaurant also got its first franchise in Torrance. The 100th Taco Bell restaurant was opened by 1965. PepsiCo acquired Taco Bell from Glen Bell in 1978 and the restaurant brand is currently a subsidiary of Yum! Brands which looks after the restaurant business of PepsiCo.
Healthy Food Options at Taco Bell
You may believe that a healthy lifestyle doesn't go well at a fast food restaurant. Well, that's not the case with Taco Bell. Surprisingly Taco Bell offers a variety of healthy options, thanks to the in-house registered dietician who monitors the whole menu. The dietician ensures that each item on the menu is free from additives and preservatives, colors, and artificial flavors. The dietician also ensures that the food served at Taco Bell doesn't contain high-fructose corn syrup, low sodium levels, and reduced use of partially hydrogenated oil.
More than 75% of food items served at Taco Bell falls under 500 calories. Taco Bell also features the Fresco Style option which helps the customers to maintain healthy diet plan without missing out on taste. In Fresco style option, Taco Bell switches pico de gallo with cheese, sour cream, guac, and mayo-based sauce. Taco Bell takes care of almost every health preference of its customers.
Tips for Dining at Taco Bell
Diabetics can also try other Fresco styled Taco items such as Fresco Crunchy Taco, Fresco Grilled Steak, and Fresco Soft Taco Beef. These are other healthy alternatives of Tacos for diabetics which contains an adequate amount of starch and minimum or no fat content. Switch the regular sauce or cheese with pico de gallo and you can easily reduce the sodium intake and fat content for your body. It will help maintain blood pressure levels and control high cholesterol.
Q&A on Taco Bell
Who owns Taco Bell?
Taco Bell is a restaurant chain subsidiary owned by Yum! Brands, Inc. which controls the restaurant division of PepsiCo.
When does Taco Bell stop serving breakfast?
Taco Bell starts serving breakfast from 6 a.m. which is one hour later than other competitors. However, the restaurant chain continues serving breakfast till 11 a.m. which is half an hour later than other competitors.
When is Taco Bell happy hour?
Happy hour at Taco Bell starts from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Are Taco Bell beans healthy?
Beans are rich in protein, fiber, and minerals like iron and phosphorous. Hence, Taco Bell beans are healthy in nature. However, there are claims that Taco Bell uses a rehydrated slew of mystery ingredients instead of beans. So, simply inquire about the beans before ordering items serving Taco Bell beans.
Which Taco Bell is closest to me?
Use our Restaurant Listings directory to find Taco Bell nearby.
Which Taco Bell sauce is hottest?
Diablo is the hottest Taco Bell sauce.
Which Taco Bell sauce is best?
In terms of popularity, the Mild sauce is undoubtedly the best Taco Bell sauce favored by Americans.
Which Taco Bell sauces are vegan?
Hot and Mild sauces are certified vegan.
Which Taco Bell has nacho fries?
Taco Bell has a habit of discontinuing and relaunching Nacho Fries. You can find the Taco Bell locations nearby to see if the Taco Bell store has Nacho Fries.
Which Taco Bell is open right now?
Taco Bell opens at 6 a.m. in the morning and stays open until 3 a.m. the next day at major locations. In New York city, the Taco Bell stores stay open till 11 p.m. or 12 midnight.
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122 West Albany St
Herkimer, NY, 13350 - Phone (315) 219-5578
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Punita B.
I've come here for brunch pretty often, and most of the things I have tried have been great. It is slightly pricey, but sort of expected for midtown brunch. I have been able to get seats without reservations on various occasions. It is a big restaurant - two floors. The upstairs is loud and downstairs is more quiet and rustic. Some of my favorite dishes for brunch include the blueberry pancakes, the strawberry french toast, and the eggs florentine with spinach and mushrooms. I do not eat meat, and still have had no trouble getting a good meal here. The fries are also really tasty here! The service here has always been good for me. They are attentive and helpful (I really appreciate when the staff answers your questions about the different choices on the menu).
(4)Amanda S.
We discovered this place by accident - when this is the opening statement to your story, usually it ends with "and we are so glad we did!". Not. After we caught a show, we stepped into Rue 57 for a late night bite .. without taking a look at the menu .. or Yelp reviews (EKK!). There was really nothing on the menu that caught our eyes. We settled for the dumplings, sliders, and lamb burger sliders. Nothing really stood out. Just your typical run-of-the-mill type deal. It was also frustrating that such a unappealing menu was so pricey. Drinks were not bad - but all things I have had before. Dessert was a different story - GET THE CREME BRULEE ! It did not disappoint ! The waitstaff was incredibly friendly, even at the 11:30pm hour. Everything came out quick and exactly how we ordered it. However, unless for the dessert, I don't foresee my return in the near future.
(3)Franco C.
French / Asian / American style restaurant. I have to admit, I've been past here a zillion times and never went in. This time I am glad I did. Great bar area and knowledgeable bartenders - a little brusque but competent overall. Some nice locals who happily made room for us to imbibe. Food was very good- I only worked on sushi rolls so you will have to settle for a review of that only at this time - but I intend to hit the place for dinner for sure. The spicy tuna was amazing! We tried another roll - the Yokohama. It disappointed a little in that it contained jalapenos but we could not taste that at all- we just felt that it should have a little more kick - but it was fine otherwise. Prices were average for the midtown location.
(4)dice-K S.
Came here for brunch with a friend who was visiting from out of the city. AND Only came cuz it was quite close to where she stayed. learned my lesson of not choosing to a place by location, esp. when it come to food. My 2 eggs, sausage and toast was decent. But then again it's hard to go super wrong with the standard brunch menu. I would consider trying dinner, if the menu looked more appealing. Looks like the vibe was catering to the tourist crowd, as did the bill. disappointed.
(2)Scott L.
First let me start by saying "yummy". Now let's get down to it. I had the meatloaf and it's to die for. I'm serious here. Wife had the Tuna Salad and it was fresh and tasty. Damn good chow!
(4)Ramon O.
Found by chance since the first option for the night was closed. Attentive service, excellent onion soup, tasty Kir Royal, and proper portion of food. Appropriately decorated.
(4)Lyndsey T.
Came here for brunch yesterday with a group of six people. They didn't seat us until everyone in our party was present, which was annoying but understandable for such a busy establishment. We were seated downstairs, and we enjoyed the stone walls and quiet atmosphere (it's a bit hectic upstairs, though it seems like the place to see and be seen and the decor is nice). It was too cold down there though, to the point that several of us needed to wear our jackets at the table, which should have been a signal to the waitstaff to turn up the thermostat. No one did. On to the food - which took close to half an hour to arrive after we ordered. I'm usually a stickler about getting breakfast food for brunch, but I couldn't resist ordering Rue 57's indulgent grilled cheese with prosciutto and fig jam. It was just that - indulgent! I enjoyed it, but was only able to finish half of it despite being starving. It came with a small cup of frites, which were good but not "the best in the city" like others have claimed. Others had our table enjoyed the three-cheese omelette, "Hangover Special," and blueberry pancakes. For the price though, I've definitely had better brunch in both NYC and DC. The biggest fiasco of our Rue 57 experience involved the bill. We put about $50 in cash and instructed the waiter to split the remainder of the tab between four cards. Instead, he took the cash as a tip and split the whole bill between the cards. He remedied the situation when he explained his error, but the entire process took way too long and was unnecessary to begin with. They also double-charged my boyfriend's credit card, but have hopefully removed the duplicate charge or will do so soon. Will I be back? Probably not - there's way too many other great brunch places in NYC! For the price, the food wasn't good enough to make up for serious shortcomings in service and atmosphere.
(3)Jamel O.
The crowd was straight off the golf course. It was a nice crowd, but I smelled something...what was it...hmm...was it food...no...um....ah yes...it was the stank ass attitude of the waiter. Though pleasant when the people next to me complained that their drink orders were messed up, he came over and said, I hear you guys are extremely low maintenance...hehehe..ok buddy... So the place is somewhat pricey...the food was pretty decent, but really, I didnt think the food was worth the money. In the place's favor, I really don't have any particular critique. It was crowded but it is on 57th Street and I ate on a weekday. Crowds are good. So if you want to have lunch in a nice place with an upscale looking crowd and have a C list actor serve you up a mighty good time, I have a place for Rue! Note: The 57 has nothing to do with Ketchup...too bad..this place needs some spice or flavor...
(3)Nina V.
Enjoyed a very tasty steak au poivre at Rue 57, prepared rare as ordered, with a side of steamed veggies. Their selection of house reds by the glass was good-- i enjoyed a Bordeaux (from Bordeaux.) Wait staff was quick and obliging, remained patient and good-spirited while working with our large party consisting of young, newly commissioned Army officers and their families. I would definitely return with a large group (and order the steak au poivre!!) I give Rue 3.5 stars, really. Not 4 because it isn't quite to that level of 'outstanding', though don't get me wrong-- good food, good service, good prices found here.
(3)Michael H.
I think I ate there too many times; the food is good, but I had a really bad experience with the staff once...
(3)Kelvin F.
I came to Rue 57 for a birthday dinner group of 12. Although we had made reservations far in advanced, our group still waited 30 minutes to be seated. This wouldn't be such a big deal normally, but once we were seated we were greeted by the most horrible waitress. She was inattentive, condescending, and really pushy. Is it really so tough to find out what species of vaguely labeled "East Coast Oysters" are being served? Although the service was a blemish on the experience, the food itself wasn't bad. I had a grilled sirloin burger topped with onions and Roquefort which was vaguely reminiscent of the burger that won The Spotted Pig a Michelin star. The skirt steak, sushi rolls, and other dishes were fairly standard and unremarkable. The truffle oil fries however were delicious! I would highly recommend them if you end up giving this place a try. Honestly, I would probably give Rue 57 another shot if it weren't for its prohibitively high price to value ratio. For upwards of $30+ per entrée, I'd be much more satisfied dining in Aquavit's bistro or having sushi at Morimoto's.
(3)Steph C.
The concierge at the Warwick Hotel recommended this spot around the corner for dinner with my brother. The place stands out on the corner of 57th and Avenue of the Americas with a cute little yellow awning with Rue 57 painted on in red. The vibe is a little upscale but relaxed, with something of a trendy bistro feel. We got comfy seating in a cozy little corner and were helped by a very friendly and rather attractive waiter. Food was very good, attentively cooked and flavorful, but not particularly memorable. I ordered the miso glazed Chilean sea bass on the recommendation of the waiter. It was delicious, but I feel like I've seen miso glazed white fish at so many restaurants that while I always love it, I'm rarely impressed by it. My brother had spaghetti with grilled shrimp which was also quite nice. I ordered a side of grilled asparagus. Quality asparagus, but probably not worth the $10. Prices were on the high side, but for the most part, they were matched by the quality of Rue's food and atmosphere. I don't know that this place is special enough to warrant another visit when I don't live in New York, but it was worth checking out, and if I lived in the area, I would almost certainly go again.
(4)judy c.
ok - I really like this place and have eaten there several times. Yes, we all had delicious meals, however, I was extremely disappointed that there were no great pretzel rolls to enjoy with my omelet. I was told by our waitress that they only carry them in the summer. Since when is bread seasonal?? Bring back the rolls, or I'll only be dining at Rue 57 during "pretzel season".
(4)EC S.
Good food. Good service. Busy on Friday but not long wait. Would definitely go again.
(4)Carlo X.
Service is slooooooooooooooow. Best thing I had here was a beer. Tourist trap food.
(1)Ferit K.
I usually go to Rue 57 with clients for lunch, simple menu, delicious and good atmosphere.. Staff is professional, and in the summer it is like eating outside.. I always have the same thing, mini Kobe burgers, I do recommend them. Last weekend we stopped by, my wife ordered the same, the entrée menu for midday was very short, luckily they had the mini burgers - the bill was $45 with tax for 2 burgers with cheese + 2 diet pepsis.. My wife said that they were supposed to tell us it is Pepsi (we ordered diet coke) but i was ok. It was funny to see messages in 3 languages in the receipt telling that we are supposed to tip... Those European tourists :) .. i keep the receipts but i do not know how to attach them..
(4)Tracy M.
This places never disappoints. Great food, great cocktails and mediocre service. Although the food usually takes awhile to come out, it's worth the wait. The sushi rolls are excellent and some of my favorite starters are the tuna tartare, crispy rice, and popcorn shrimp. As for entrees, the chicken milanese, roast chicken and the burgers are my fav. My coworker's a big fan of the grilled cheese... which is drenched with cheese. Fav desserts include the chocolate valharona and the bread pudding.
(5)Stella D.
If I could give this place a zero stars I would. I called the special events phone number to discuss having a brunch or dinner party for my wedding weekend and the lady working there was incredibly rude. I asked her to give me a price quote for both brunch and a dinner party and the lady said "I can't sit here all day and talk to you." You would think in this economy she would do anything to get my business. She had the worst attitude and the worst part is she's in NYC where there are a million different restaurants for me to chose from. Nice going rue 57 with your staff. Incredibly rude
(1)Shelly A.
I'm going to judge this place as a "midtown restaurant"...midtown restaurants are inherently crappy so my 4 stars basically say "hey, I got a pretty good meal and I wasn't ripped off!" So we used Rue 57 as a backup brunch spot when some other places had too long of a wait, and it was pretty good! I was skeptical because it's owned by the TAO people, and TAO sucks so so so so so much. We ordered the french toast, the cobb salad (a huge winner), blueberry pancakes, oatmeal, the hangover breakfast, and truffle fries! The only thing that wasn't great was the "omelette aux fine herbs" it looked like it aux sucked! Also tasted very ordinary, like something you'd get for $8 at a diner, so that was a huge disappointment. The french toast and the truffle fries were exceptionally delicious. Otherwise it was your standard midtown experience - cramped, loud, and somewhat standard issue. But like I said it was a step up from the normal places. The service was actually surprisingly good - we took our time, lingered, chatted, etc. and they did not seem to mind at all. Pretty nice for a Sunday afternoon. Also the pricing wasn't bad, I got out of there fore $20 a person which is pretty reasonable, but if we started downing bloody marys the bill would have shot up fast!
(4)Sam A.
Definitely a great restaurant. Decided to dabble with both the Japanese and French cuisine. The crispy fried rice or french onion soup are a good choice for an app and the Kobe Beef Sliders were phenomenal.
(4)Wendy P.
Nice selection of food and wine. I had chicken Milanese good but definitely not the best. Yummy dessert sort of like a chocolate lava cake. My friend had red snapper she said was ok. Very loud with the doors/windows open and the heavy traffic of cars driving by. Couldn't hold a conversation.
(3)Jordan D.
Came here for a family type dinner and had a fantastic meal. Our party beat the post work, dinner rush and were seated immediately. Didn't get a chance to walk around much, but the place seems huge and a half hour in to our stay, the place was packed, but it never got overly noisy or hectic. I tried more or less everyone's food at my table and everything was outstanding. We started off with the crispy rice with tuna, French onion soup and steak tartar. All of it was mouthwatering. I had the crispy rice with tuna and honestly I wish it came in an entree cause it was one of the best dishes I've had so far in 2011. For my entree I had the kobe sliders and although they could of been slightly hotter, they were delicious. Everyone else at my table got one of the steak frites and all there steaks were tender, cooked perfectly and tasty. For dessert we split the creme brulee, which some of the best creme brulee I've ever had at a restaurant. My gf's brother got the oreo beignets , which was to die for. It's crushed oreas fried in this delicous batter and covered in chocolate. Honestly, if you have a sweet tooth and want a little dessert, you HAVE to try it. It's served with some vanilla ice cream too...ughhhh haha I could of had two plates of them . Although this place is a bit pricey, it's completely worth it. Our server was helpful and prompt. The ambiance here is great. A definite must stop if you want a delcious and hearty dinner in midtown.
(5)Alyssa T.
Delicious but oh so noisy (and on a Tuesday!). Tasty dry Rieslings by the glass. We split a caesar salad two ways - plentiful portions even when divided. Nice fresh lettuce but not the greatest caesar dressing I've ever had. I had the seared ahi tuna on rice and bok choy with an orange glaze. Very interesting and tasty flavor combinations. Not too sweet yet still very orange (in a good way). Also, a fantastic mix of temperatures - rice was hot and fish was cold in the center. A great experience in the mouth. My friend had the pasta primavera. Quite good - nice light sauce. I wasn't blown away but it was a decent dish. I really wanted dessert but my friend didn't and I didn't think I could eat a whole one alone. Boo. But it was a great dinner anyway. Really, really noisy, though.
(4)Tone S.
I didn't eat much when I went to this place but I can tell you the following: -carpaccio was good -fries were amazing -spinach looked dull -mussels looked good The place looks good but I bet it's great for brunch/lunch and cocktails. It seems to be one of those standard restaurants that has a good environment for chatting and catching up. Especially if it's summer and you sit your fabulous self outside.
(3)Courtney M.
Weekend brunch here is totally packed! At 11AM, wait was around 30 min for a table. Luckily, I had made reservations beforehand. My party of 4 was seated fairly promptly and our server was super attentive. As for the food, it was standard brunch faire, but with very generous portions. Here's a mini breakdown of what my table ordered: The Hangover Breakfast was GINORMOUS. And it absolutely delivered! The pancakes were so perfectly buttery and fluffy. The bacon was so crisp and yummy. Eggs Florentine - Also pretty huge...but it's probably all the spinach in there. The spinach was a bit too buttery for me. The Eggs Benedict were so-so. The hollandaise sauce was a bit watery. This seemed to be the smallest. Lobster, Corn Hash - This was the least presentable, but it still tasted great. The food was kind of just served plain in a bowl, no garnish like the other dishes.The lobster's chopped into bite-sized bits that go great with the corn and hash. It was delicious.
(3)Gene P.
The gf and I cam here for a late dinner after Carnegie Hall. The atmosphere is good, the food is pricey but good, the service is AWFUL. Its a nice, dimly-lit Fench place, although Daft Punk was playing while we were there. The food is great, but expect to pay at least $20 a plate. The waiter was an asshole. It might be that our meager $70 tab was not enough for him to bother with us, but I still deserve to be treated with some amount of respect. I had the Pasta Primavera which was pretty good. GF had a caesar salad and tuna tartar which she said was delicious.
(2)Mikael J.
Great food and Quick service. Excellent athmosphere.
(4)The Fuzzies S.
PROS: -The best service I've ever had from Steven C. He gave us great recommendations and welcomed us out of towners in such a genuine way; very prompt and courteous. Steven also took a picture of us and rearranged the table to enhance the picture. -We had the Chef Special Sushi, Beef Tomato Salad, Lamb sliders and mashed potatoes - absolutely delicious! -Great atmosphere, great music CONS: None
(5)Rachel C.
love the food here. everything i've tried is good but i would go just for the Cripsy Rice appetizer alone.... delicious!
(4)Steffany H.
We had a few hours to kill in NYC before heading back to DC and I was in need of brunch to get me back to the living (AKA I had wayyyy to much to drink the night before). The front desk gal at our hotel recommended Rue 57 since it was close. The wait was a bit long (noon on a Sunday, to be expected right?). They told us 20 minutes and we ended up waiting about 45, but it was worth it. I had the hangover breakfast (appropriately titled, eh?) which came with eggs, pancakes, toast, sausage, fries and bacon - definitely enough food. There were many other options that also looks great....
(3)Amy W.
My best brunch experience so far! The waiting time was just like 5 min, the service was super good, our waiter was so caring and funny, the food were very yummy and the dishes all looked gorgeous, great presentation and wonderful taste at the same time! We had chicken noodle soup, smoked salmon sushi, oatmeal with raisins and brioche french roast with strawberries & vanilla marscarpone, love them all!!!
(5)Sunayna R.
I've been to Rue 57 twice now, and have had differing experiences. The first time probably deserved a three star review, while the second time merits 2 stars, so I've averaged my experiences in a very complicated mathematical computation ((2+4)/2). Rue 57 is loud and boisterous with a pretty good vibe. It's not at all stuffy and attracts a mix of patrons - business people, tourists and casual diners were all visible both times I went. The food is good, not great, although the concept is a little off putting at times - a French bistro that serves sushi and Cuban sandwiches? I don't know about all that. But its tasty, it's not CRAZY expensive and it can be fun. The service was good the first time I went. The food came out a bit slow but nothing really to complain about, unless I was being super whiny. The second time though, the service was pretty bad. Our waiter forgot to bring my iced tea until after our entrees were served and then brought my friend the wrong entree and dessert. And it was the same waiter both times - go figure. Also, another server dropped a glass next to my foot, which is not that big a deal. What isn't great is that he didn't clean up the glass until 10 minutes later and when he did, it was apparent that he had left a bunch of glass shards behind. Not too great.
(3)Joey C.
I was walking around Carnegie Hall the other day trying to buy some tickets for the Christmas concert, and after I saw that the box office was close, I became very sad and decided to cheer myself up with some nice food....or so I thought..... I stopped by Rue 57 for a Rue 57 Sirloin Burger with fries, and a glass of Cote du Rhone.....The ambiance was beautiful...Very decorative set to the Holiday spirit; very quaint and cozy....the waiter was extra nice and accommodating.... Here's what I didn't like...The burger came, and it was NOTHING out of the ordinary...It had little flavor, and the burger bun wasn't even something as simple as a brioche bun...It was a regular no frills hamburger bun, just thrown on top of it. The fries were cooked nicely, but not the best I have had. The whole food experience was very bleh!, and I have honestly had better burgers at places like Five Guys and L'Ybane..... .....and all this for $27...Ummmm....no..... The ambiance is SUPERB....the food, is NOT!!!! Disappointing...Oh yeah...for a place like this, and in the location that it's in, a better song selection over the speakers should have been chosen..... fin
(1)Daniel K.
Solid food and consistent service.
(3)Cristina B.
I used to like this place a lot. Great go-to place when I didn't feel like walking much and just wanted a good bloody mary and descent food, until last time. Last time I went one of my friends found a piece of glass in her salad and my other friend found a hair. Worst part is we told the waitress and she didn't even deduct the plate from our check. I don't think I will be coming back.
(3)Karen B.
Rue 57 does not disappoint. The service is incredible. The only meal I have not eaten at Rue 57 is dinner - breakfast, lunch and drinks are all first rate.
(4)Clifford R.
This review is written based only on visits to the bar, however I have had some really good dishes off the bar menu. I wouldn't normally think of the bar at Rue 57 as a place I would go very often, but I find myself here a few times a year, usually very randomly and impromptu. If I'm in midtown for something else (shopping on 5th ave, dinner, show) and I want a drink or a quick bite, Rue 57 delivers. It's the only place I know of where I can be drinking some nice scotch, and order up a side of french fries one minute, and some sushi the next. A bit random, but Rue 57 takes traditional french cuisine, and throws in Asian flair, including a full sushi bar. If going with a slightly larger group, see if you can grab one of the small bar tables at the long couch, a bit more pleasant if you plan to stay for a bit. I'm not normally into flavored martinis, but the espresso martini is great. Suggest passing on the sangria. Service is usually pretty good, and I like the atmosphere. It's lively enough that you don't feel self conscious to have a good laugh, but calm enough you can actually hear what's going on around you.
(4)Adam M.
Pass for breakfast - it was tasteless. The omelette I had was simply egg whites, and they could not put any healthy protein in it per my request. Disappointing at the high price point.
(2)Michael G.
Pricey and small portioned but the place is beautiful inside, they open the walls to expose the outside and it's usually just two people at a table having small talk or catching up on things, as me and my friend were, so its nice a quiet and you can enjoy some great food. Even for NY, the prices seemed a bit much for a Saturday morning breakfast, but we had a great memorable meal none the less. I'd go 3.5 stars if I could.
(3)Erin O.
So strange to me to combine french and japanese but I'll roll with it. I didn't find anything too remarkable about this restaurant. I had the potato crusted salmon with mushrooms and green onions. It was good as I'm not usually a salmon fan but find myself ordering it when I think i need some health. This may have not worked out since it had crispy potatoes on top. My cosmopolitan was delicious and the service was of course very good! Would I return? Maybe If I'm in the hood, which I seldom am.
(3)Tina C.
It was very weird to mix East with West cuisine. French cuisine fused with Asian which is quite nasty. Two separate types of cuisine which each have their own uniquiness that should NEVER be combined. As an Asian personally, it's very offensive to mix cuisines. The wait staff is not attentive as service is slow. It's extremely over-priced for suishi as my ex-father-in law can make good quality sushi at home.
(1)Jonathan S.
Not worth the price... Coming out of Central Park with some buddies, we were starving and in need of a place for dinner stat. Heres the break down: Hostess - Unfortunately they were not very nice, kind of made you feel like they had better things to be doing than taking your name to be seated Waiter - Perfectly nice, but really got to me how they kept trying to up-sell you on the wine's and push more dishes to your party. Food - nothing special, quality was fine but uninventive Value - Everything seemed to be about 30% overpriced Ambiance - The interior was well appointed and comfortable Probably not going back
(2)Michael H.
Too many better places around. Too touristy too. Just too much $$ for average food. Great location. And great setting. It just doesn't wow me.
(3)Stephen B.
Loved this place. Great place to take your date for an anniversary celebration! Food was delicious and full of flavor with a lovely environment!
(5)Susan R.
I have loved this restaurant for years, despite its location near the park and its propensity to attract tourists, I still feel like it's a great neighborhood eatery. The service is always friendly and efficient, even on crowded weekend nights. This is a well-run place, and I haven't had a disappointing meal there yet. Impressive considering the menu ranges from sushi to French cuisine. I don't mind the crowds because the tables are laid out nicely despite being close together. But if you're looking for a quieter experience, it's often sparsely filled on the early side of weekend brunch.
(4)Aisha P.
Food was good. Not exceptional. But it was well made and fresh. Service was excellent. Our waiter was extremely attentive give how busy he was. Our table was so close to others I felt like they were dining with us, would have preferred a few more inches between tables. Nice atmosphere but can get a bit loud if crowded.
(3)Henry Y.
Another review started off with "Gets the job done" and I have to echo that sentiment. This place is either corporate or touristy. That's it. No one else in their right mind would stroll in here as it's definitely pricey for a casual lunch. The place tries to combine japanese (sushi) with italian food and fails miserably. I don't even know why they bothered. Most people aren't coming in here to order sushi anyway. I'd recommend any of the burgers but can't really speak to anything else. Two of my colleagues got salads and one looked great while the other looked like a fruit platter. If you're a tourist and you're looking for American-size servings and happen to be in midtown, check this place out.
(3)Mazda M.
It was overly priced and the food was just normal. The service was nice but if you are looking for a bargain burger this is not the place to go for. I was disappointed by the meat quality of the burger I should of just of gone to Wendy's and saved myself a bundle of burger bucks.
(2)Mauricio A.
Food was good, came in for brunch, not expensive and really good food and service! I have the hangover and it was a lot of food, they also serve lunch which looked amazing on the table next to me, next time i will try that instead!
(4)Dorian K.
Really medicore expensive prices for what you get. A midtown transplant trap. The space is great but that's about it. There are much more authentic French places with much better food then here. I would say avoid unless you're a tourist going to Central Park 2 blocks away.
(2)Jei C.
First time here, and I wasn't disappointed. I ordered the grilled cheese sandwich sans meat/bacon, and it was Delish! I asked for the fries crispy, and unlike most places; my fries were actually crispy! I was pleasantly surprised, and entirely satisfied. My waiter who's name I've forgotten, was kind, and attentive. Though he didn't smile much, it's ok...was probably having a rough day. I would recommend, and, this place has easily provided me with the best grilled cheese sandwich I've ever had.
(5)A Z.
No. Old, dated, uninspired menu. Not your worst option in the theatre district, but certainly no where near the best. Cab elsewhere.
(2)Natalie D.
I really like this place, and if it weren't in the city, I would go a lot more often. The last time I went I really liked my waiter Steven, he was funny, courteous, and informative. Everything I've ever had here has been great. We split the kobe sliders, and the short rib sliders the last time I was there. The short rib sliders were to die for, literally melt in your mouth, but not too fatty. Definitely a favorite. I've also had the steak frites, pan seared dumplings, steak tartar, and the yellowfin tuna tartar. All were fantastic. I don't remember the cocktails I've had there, but they have all been great as well. I'm getting hungry...
(5)Ivan N.
Great place and great food. The noise level was a little high but it didn't mind me and my wife enjoy our dinner. Server David was very polite and great in serving us. The French Onion soup was outstanding also the Steak aupoivre and Kobe Meatloaf.
(5)Luciana S.
Big big fan. Onion soup and kobe meatloaf are my faves. Excellent.
(4)Rakshanda M.
I love the Mussels at Rue 57! the flavor is amazing. Its also a nice place to just go for a salad or some light dinner.
(4)Girl W.
Service is bellow average, food doesn't Match price, Tourists welcome ! New Yorkers skip it.
(2)Jennifer S.
Me and my mate walked in here absolutely pissed up after an entire day walking around NYC brown bagging wine. What a glorious drunken experience in NYC. And why not upscale our brown bag. Grab a couple of reubens and a bottle of wine in a restaurant. In NYC, i was on a mission to only eat pastrami or reuben sandwiches! So we feasted a drank like a couple of hungry drunks. The waitress didn't seem to be to horrified that we were giggling and goofing off when we walked into the place. The sandwiches were really good, the wine went down like water. I wouldn't mind coming back here to try other menu items!
(5)Matt R.
Hilarious that this place says it's part sushi bar, but anyway brunch here isn't bad and the servings are huge, but so are the prices. The wait usually isn't too bad so it's not a bad back up of you are in the area.
(3)Rhoda B.
Staff was friendly and although busy still provided great service. This is a pretty popular place but my friend and I still only waited less than 5 minutes to be seated on a crowded Sunday afternoon at 1 PM. The restaraunt is really close to the 57th street stop. My table ordered braised short rib eggs benedict, spicy tuna rolls and the lamb burger, and all were delicious. French and Japanese is a strange combination but they did it well. Don't expect a fusion of the two types of food on the menu, there are just French items on the menu and Japanese items as well.
(4)Denise S.
I just don't get the french japanese thing. The food here is not french/japanese fusion. It is a menu of french food with a whole section of sushi. Um ... what? Also, heard while sitting on the bar at Rue "Do you have any cooked sushi?"
(3)Kyle A.
Steaks were amazing. The skirt steak has this bomb sauce that comes with it. Highly recommend the crispy rice. Atmosphere is great. The only thing (and it's not a bad thing) was we showed up too late and these two ladies were complaining because one was dumb enough to put her sweater near a hot light and it apparently caught on fire. We showed up before the police arrived to escort them out. They must have been a real nuisance because the staff kept complementing the couple next us/them for dealing with it so well (their dessert was on the house). Delicious dinner and entertainment? 5 stars for sure.
(5)Lauren S.
Great experience here! The grilled cheese is to die for!!!! They were out of the wine we ordered so our server gave us a better bottle and matched the price as a courtesy.
(5)Alice G.
Came for Sunday brunch by chance. We were walking on 6th avenue and really liked what people had in their plates, on the street tables. It was a great decision! I ordered the Benedicts, they are delicious! They come with a buttery, perfectly made croissant on the bottom. One of my friends ordered Eggs Florentine , and she really enjoyed them. My other friend ordered the Hangover Breakfast and he says it was delightful! I highly recommend this place to my Yelpers friends! The price is fair for what you get also!
(4)Ellyn H.
I've been a patron of Rue 57 for over 15 years. Atmosphere is lively and bartenders are top notch! lLarge dining room and bar area. Menu has great selection of french, shellfish, steak and sushi! My favorites are warm mushroom salad, spicy tuna roll and oysters on half shell. Perfect for brunch lunch or dinner with friends, family, pre theatre, as well as dining alone at the bar. Beautiful private room for parties downstairs. Suggest making reservations.
(4)Ani C.
How does this place have a nearly 4 star rating?? How!? First off, the menu is ridiculous. Nothing makes any sense or correlates with each other. And the food is a major meh. You can't mess up an omelette. It's just eggs and cheese. You just cant!!! Slow service and it was empty. Well, save for the old guy and his hooker.. If it weren't so cold i'd have a chance to find a better place to burn $50 on lunch. Boo on you Rue 57! You are no bistro Parisienne!
(2)C O.
While my bowl of oatmeal at Rue 57 Sunday brunch was pretty good, how hard is it to make good oatmeal? We went to brunch here after two other places we went to had ridiculously long wait times. We were told it would be about 10-15 minutes here so we decided to go to the bar and wait. This restaurant is huge, upstairs and down. Nice attitude from the hostesses... (sarcasm inserted here). We were seated after about a half hour wait and given menus. It was our first time there, and my two friends got the brunch menu while I was given a dinner menu. I kept looking at the selections thinking how expensive and how dinner-like the food was for brunch... When the waitress came to take our order, my friends started ordering eggs and bacon, a breakfast burrito and other breakfast foods, and I realized I had been given a different menu. I quickly decided on the oatmeal and away our order went. By the way, our waitress was the BEST part of our meal. She was funny, energetic, took the time to tell us about where she was from and had us all laughing, all while providing excellent service. She gets a whole star just for herself! Food came and it was fine. The breakfast burrito looked really good and the portions were huge. Nothing to write home about, it was basic food prepared in a fairly basic way and I found everything pretty generic. Servings were large and restaurant is perfectly located to stop before or after a Central Park walk, but given all that NYC has to offer, I am sure there are others as well.
(2)Emma M.
A good staple for a late night supper or if you are in the neighbourhood and can't find anything else to agree on. It simply sells EVERYTHING from bistro food to sushi! Their best dishes include truffle fries and herb roasted chicken. I have never tried the sushi here - I may be missing out, but I like my raw fish and seafood from a raw fish and seafood specialist. I'm old fashioned that way! I love the fact that they light the steps down to the restrooms with red lights at night, It feels like you are descending into hell!
(3)Reesie R.
The food here is solid, but the staff leaves much to be desired. This is a place to go to for good food near Columbus Circle but I will not go out of my way. The food just can't compensate for the inattentive and slow service. I also feel like they nickel and dime you for things that should be included with your meal - like bread!
(3)Tenzin K.
Where to start? My friend and I decided to check out Rue 57 on Christmas Eve (tonight). And I have to state that I work in the industry and just finished a lunch shift that same day. No one enjoys working holidays but we all have to make the most of it. The bar service was absolutely horrid!! We waited 10 minutes before we even got our drink order with the bartender. She was so busy talking with another bartender, obviously working the service area. We didn't even get a "hello, how are you?"-- just got a menu pretty much thrown in front of us. When we did place our drink order, we figured it would be easier for us to just tell her our food order since it took so long to even get drinks at a "busy bar" ( total of four people including two of us). She pretty much barked at my friend twice, saying she wasn't ready to take our food order. Let me tell you, we just wanted truffle fries and brussel sprouts- so I don't know what was so hard about that order-- but I guess on Christmas Eve, everything works at a slower place. And to top it all off, my friend ordered another draft beer that she said would come after they changed the keg (which takes 2 minutes). 30 minutes passed and she never brought a beer and/or offered an alternative beverage. She never checked back on us-- I saw her sipping on wine while chatting up the other bartender. To be frank, I don't think I will visit this place again. The apps that we had were good but the bad service was a sour note. One star for food and the bartender working service, and being holiday season! We still tipped over 20% because it's Christmas but seriously though, any other day......... ( that's all I got)
(1)Jalisa J.
My bf and I came here after an event on a Saturday evening. The food was excellent. We both had burgers; I got the kobe sliders with regular fries ($19.50) and my bf got the bleu ribbon burger with truffle fries($25). My burgers were cooked perfectly, it was one of those "melt in your mouth" type of thing with those. My boyfriend enjoyed his burger as well, although I did not taste it, the truffle fries had great flavor, however both mine and his fries seemed a little stale, so had to take a star off for that. We had the best experience with out waiter, Logan. He gave us great service, was very attentive, professional and overall GREAT. Go Logan! I wish every waiter were like him in every restaurant. If I'm in the area again any time soon, I would definitely come back here.
(4)Wes D.
Great menu and I enjoyed the ambiance, great place for a fine date. This is a great New York restaurant.
(5)Marie G.
Rue 57 is one of those places that I visit whenever I'm in the city. The service is great and it's nice to see the same faces year after year. The food is sooo good! Portions are generous and they are consistently great.
(5)Rene L.
Pros:good host staff to help with your reservation,good for groups less than 5 people, decent food with good price, decent ambience, good for family gathering, moderate noise level. Cons: the server not pay attention & forget your orders. Conclusion: you need to be attentive than the server to ask for your orders since they are not attentive.
(3)Tony W.
My first time to Rue 57 was a good experience. I had Sushi and a beet salad which were both very good. The restaurant has a great vibe as well and the only downfall is it a bit pricey but what else do you expect at 57th & 6th. I will be back.
(4)Roberto F.
I don't know why this place has any good reviews. Our brunch experience started with dry, tasteless but free croissants for the table. Service was definitely one of the worst in NYC. One of our party asked to exchange the fries that came with the omelette with something healthier like fruit and the server said yes. Then fries came and the server said they don't serve fruit with their omelettes. Um ok... The granola was dry, hardly any yoghurt. The potatoes and omelette had potatoes in the omelette, honestly it looked like a football. The server was totally inept and we never had water or coffee. Then when we tipped 15% she had the audacity to come outside and inform us that in NYC tips are 18%. Overall a horrible experience.
(1)Natasa S.
I like this place for lunch. It's fun. Waiters and staff are worthless, but that's part of the joke here. Food's OK.
(4)Carl-Fredrik M.
Top notch place! Excellent service excelle Food and excellent location! A mistake happend when we ordered, which they solved professionally. We sat outdoor so we could feel The truly New York atmosphere very close!
(5)Alexandra B.
Love love love this place. Extensive meal including sushi, tasty sandwiches, tradition brunch offerings and everything else under the sun. Absolute fav item on the menu is the Grilled Cheese Sandwich with fig, prosciutto, arugula and yummy cheese. It's dabomb.com .
(5)A Z.
Stopped in for a little lunch and sat at the bar. The Kobe sliders and fries were on point and the Sazarac is one of the best I've had.
(4)H K.
My wife and I used to come here quite often as we found that their hamburger was among the best in NYC. We went back this week for the first time in 5+ years and were disappointed. The burger ( now advertised for some reason as the pat lafrieda sirloin burger - why a high end restaurant would go out of their way to tell you where they source their hamburger meat is surprising to me, especially when they are getting it from the shake shack meat supplier - shake shack burgers are one third the price) is an OK hamburger, but nothing worth a special trip. Clearly, since my last visit, both the burger and the bun selection have changed. The bun is far too soft to hold the burger and simply falls apart. The burger is large, but has very little flavor. In the past, I was under the impression that the meat was freshly ground and seasoned on premises. Again, we haven't been here in a few years. Not sure when this changed. We always considered this place when we were craving a great hamburger. I guess we need to find a new spot. This place is adequate and service was good, but no reason to seek it out other than for convenience if location. If you like a spicy tuna roll prior to your burger, this is your place. Sushi is pretty good.
(3)Milee S.
Really enjoyed my breakfast here. I got one of the egg specials, which included toast, juice and endless coffee. I had my eggs fried, which tasted great! Service was onpoint, and I never felt rushed. Great service and food!
(4)Ro N.
I usually wouldn't be caught dead around here but after doing the AIDS Walk, M, A and I were looking for a brunch spot. We went to Sarabeth's but that was a no go since an hour wait just wasn't going to happen. We ended up walking around to find another brunch spot and we came across Rue 57. A lot of tourists...eck but the wait was only 15 minutes and they advised for us to wait around the bar. It was only 5 minutes into the wait and we were seated promptly. We all were in between, so we ended up getting all three different dishes in order to try all the things we wanted. I got the Apple Crepes - YUMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMY Me loves crepes! The crepes were so light and cooked perfectly! I love the fact they aren't shiesty with their FRESH CUT STRAWBERRIES! Me loves Strawberries! French Toast - One of the best Brioche French Toast I ever had! Egg Florentine - Very hearty and delicious! The food was great but took away one star because atmosphere is way too touristy for me and the waiter lack a sense of humour. But hey I will still come back for the food!
(4)Lindsay C.
I haven't been here in such a long time, but when I was I had the miso glazed sea bass. It was so tasty, the BEST. The entrees, or heck the food in general is pricey, but the sea bass was worth every penny. They also have a nice wine list if you're into wine. Now if only I could find a place in CA that could replicate Rue 57 sea bass.
(4)Alina U.
Amazing place for a small company. Went there a week ago with few friend. Had an amazing and relaxing time. Drinks were good and good was delicious. We sat at the tables next to the bar. Service was quick and waitress was very polite. Had fantastic time there. Will definately come back there soon.
(5)Adrian K.
Really great serloin burgers! The food/drink was really great. The only downside... the service! The waiter was scatterbrained, to say the least. He would fill glasses with water and realize he only had enough water to fill it halfway, then he would take it away to get more water, but wouldn't come back with the glass! Some of the items were wrong and had to be sent back, some of the things were not cooked to how they were ordered, and some things were never brought out at all. Besides that, everything was delicious, it looked beautiful and it was a great time.
(4)Olena O.
Very good food, ok service, a bit pricey, but great overall. Pastries are amazing, eggs Benedict are scrumptious, the whole meal is fabulous. I think you get a whole "new York experience" by going to this place. Waiters are nice, even though service is a little slow.
(5)Hannah L.
One of those identity crisis restaurants - but Rue 57 is far more successful than those others. The food is quality and fresh, but why Frenchie-American-Sushi? Anyway I like the oysters, miso glazed chilean sea bass, and wasabi whipped potatoes. The only dish didn't please my taste so much was the veal entree... tooooo salty and overpowering seasonings.
(4)Dayna R.
Delicious food- i got the halibut which was tender and perfectly moist. the rock shrimp are awesome too! definitely worth a trip, especially for a romantic date!
(5)Marina G.
I used to really like Rue and go often since it's close to Bergdorfs but over the years they have gone done in quality and up in price and I can't justify it anymore. I will see I think the Cote d'Azur seafood soup is out of this world and the moules $12 are the best thing and best deal on the menu. They come in a white wine mustard sauce with crusty bread that gets soft with the broth. I get a side of fries...I really love theirs. Thick and crisp and well seasoned. The tarte tatin $8 is worth getting. I think everything else is skippable for the price. the service has always been good and it's large, somewhat roomy and consistently busy inside.
(3)Anna L.
Good food but do not attempt to go there on a weekend - they are sooo crowded! We went there on a Sunday; reserved our table via Opentable and still had to wait. Overall, we liked that they are french and asian fusion but service and price are a bit to be desired.
(3)Jack D.
Looked like a great spot for brunch, but don't judge a book by its cover. Maybe the waiter was hungover, or maybe he was just too lazy to ever be hired by anyone in New York, but after 40 minutes of waiting for our drinks (coffee and tap water), asking for them along with our order (I know eggs take a long time to make), we got up and left. And if you're reading this, Rue 57, yes, that was me that ordered and left. Muahahaha. You should be ashamed.
(1)Joanna N.
I come here for brunch often because I live right in the area. I never have trouble getting a table with or without a reservation. They serve great brunch but, I have never been thrilled with their lunch or dinner menu. I have come here several times for drinks with friends. I have left drunk everytime on their 'Rue-tini'. I usually don't like mixed drinks and I stick to wine but, this cocktail is amazing and worth the caloric splurge.
(4)Duane D.
Nice place, good atmosphere, very typical NYC restaurant. We ate here with a large group. The food was very good and service was very good. We have eaten brunch here in the past and had a good experience as well.
(4)Karen T.
This place has the rudest, most unprofessional, most bizarre hostesses I've ever experienced. I worked at a restaurant in New York for a number of years, and we were taught to smile and make customers feel welcome. Apparently these guys got a different memo. My friend and I had planned to arrive early for our reservation and see if we could begin lunch ahead of schedule. When I walked in, the restaurant was about two thirds full. Of the three hostesses standing there doing nothing, the one in the middle barely looked up from texting, made no eye contact, and asked if I would like to sit at the table while I waited for my friend. When I replied "sure," she snapped "well you're 20 minutes early for your reservation," and went back to her texting. I thought this interaction was odd (was it a trick question?), but let it roll off, and waited for my friend. A few minutes later, I hear her pretty much yelling, practically berating an elderly man. He seemed to have asked if he could sit at his table while he waited for his dining companion. How dare he interrupt her texting to make such a ridiculous request. She told him (very loudly) "you'd better call your friend and find out where they are, because if you want the table now, you WILL sit, and you WILL order immediately, because we will not hold up ordering if they aren't here." At this point I just felt really uncomfortable from having witnessed someone treating anyone, let alone an older man, that way. It was humiliating for all parties. My friend eventually came to my rescue and we were permitted to sit and eat. The food was good, but not worth ruining a perfectly good day over (and having to wonder if somewhere out there, some bitchy, entitled woman is verbally abusing my grandfather).
(1)Jeanette M.
Rue 57 was packed for sunday brunch, but I wasn't impressed. It's not that the food was bad, but it just wasn't phenomenal (as the prices indicate it should be). Perhaps I should have ordered sushi instead of breakfast (the only cool thing about the menu is that it's a brasserie and a sushi restaurant), but I kept it simple and got an omelette with gruyere, bacon, and fingerling potatoes, and my boyfriend ordered the brioche french toast. We were underwhelmed. I've had better at diners. My omelette was too heavy on the cheese for my taste, and I really had to search for the other fillings. Service was very good and speedy considering how insanely crowded it was! Our party was wedged next to two other tables, to the point where we could barely move our arms. I have been to much better brunch places in New York City, so I'm guessing location has a lot to do with why this place is so popular. I would look elsewhere (for brunch anyways) unless you need are heading to carnegie hall after your meal.
(2)Alyssa F.
I think the food here is mediocre at best. It is in a neighborhood where targets tourists, but as a local New Yorker, I can tell you this is NOT good food, they are somewhat on par in terms of presentation of food but overall taste is very very average. I was planning to give 3 stars but the fact that I haven't been feeling very well since my dinner experience there I had to deduct another star. My company and I ordered - truffle frites (above average), white tuna sashimi (was fresh), grilled halibut (tasteless, over cooked, poor presentation), some chicken cutlet salad (okay), kobi beef meatloaf (very average taste, a little mushy). I would not go back to this place. And it is NOT a representation of "good" New York food.
(2)Jenn S.
This is actually my go to for when I have a large group of friends who want a american/asian/french cafe bristro-esque meal. It's the only way I can describe this place They can accomodate with little notice for a large crowd, meanig 6+. Which is shocking since they are on a busy intersection of midtown. You do get an air of tourist trap in a sense but the food and drinks are solid. Their menu has a little bit of everything...sushi to burgers to steak frites. A little on the pricey side but I like that they don't rush you through your meal.
(4)Changhao L.
Been here for a few times already, the food is always consistent service is sometimes off. I'd recommend their roast herd chick and any steaks of your choice and don't forget about the truffle fries.
(4)Devin C.
Gets the job done, NYC prices of course
(3)Joseph B.
Good, but not what it used to be. Nothing is bad, but you certainly can get more bang for your buck at some small new restaurant that is working hard to prove itself. The creme brulee, however, is perfect here. And the hamburger is one of the best in town. Service, meh. I had brunch here and ordered oatmeal and had to ask for brown sugar and the waitress didn't know what that was. How is that possible?
(3)Hillary L.
Order the French Onion Soup you won't be sorry. I also had the French Dip (nice soft baguette, salty sweet caramelized onions, with a hint horseradish) and the La Peche Martini, all very good.
(4)Lauren C.
Very overpriced for what the food is. The sushi on the menu does not taste fresh. I usually have a salad if I do end up going there with friends but it is nothing to be impressed by. The waiters try and rush you out of the restaurant only to seat the people who are sitting down after you finish. Overall, I would suggest trying another restaurant in the area.
(1)K S.
Located at the corner of 57th street and 6th Avenue (upper midtown), Rue 57 offers the experience and the fares of a French bistro with a twist: It also has a sushi bar menu (which looked good but a bit out of place in that context). We went there for lunch; the food was excellent (Cuban sandwich, French onion soup and steak tartare, followed by a superb profiterole desert). The staff was friendly and the service excellent. Looking forward to stop by again during my next visit to NYC.
(5)John I.
Great turkey sandwich!!! Fresh meats and a wonderful Russian dressing. A quick suggestion....add more of a side dish (e.g. the potato wedge was miniscule - almost an embarrassment!). Enjoy lunch at Rue 57.
(4)Victor W.
Great breakfast option for the area. It's reasonably priced and has a pretty good range of choices. The specials are a good deal especially for a business breakfast environment. The brioche french toast is good if you're in the mood for something on the sweeter side but they also do a good job with poached eggs. The OJ is fresh squeezed and delicious. The coffee isn't remarkable but it's plentiful and always filled.
(4)A B.
I recently dined here for brunch on 01/26/2014. We made reservations for 11:30 am and showed up exactly on time. The hostess sat us immediately. The restaurant was very full. Approximately 10 minutes later there was a large crowd of people waiting for tables and it stayed this way for about 30 minutes. I would suggest you make a reservation before 11:45 am for Sunday brunch The food was great. I had the Omelette Lyon. It appears that it was just a slice of garlic sausage on top of the omelette but once I dug into it I was pleasantly surprised to find melted brie and a ton of shredded garlic sausage inside. My girlfriend had the grilled cheese which came with fries on ciabatta bread and with arugula. It had a sweet fig spread inside which went great with the savory cheese. The fries were really good as well. Our server was named Trinity and she was very polite, attentive, and professional. Since we arrived before noon we couldn't be served alcohol but we ordered drinks and they were promptly served at noon. After our meal we ordered tea and espresso. We wanted to wait on dessert and digest a bit and the sever did not rush us. We ordered the creme brûlée after finishing tea and coffee with no issues. This is a great spot for brunch. The food was tasty. The portions were generous. The staff was professional and the restaurant was well decorated. I would highly recommend it and I would like to return for dinner in the future. My only complaint was that it was a bit pricey, but we knew that before hand and we did not experience sticker shock.
(4)Daniel H.
Filet was fantastic. For a medium rare, it stayed hot the entire time without being overcooked. Red snapper was fresh, the mussels and pommes frittes in truffle oil was exquisitely flavorful without being too salty. For an appetizer I recommend getting the spicy tuna with sticky rice. Maguru nigiri was great as well as the hamachi
(5)Nancy Z.
Solid brunch option for midtown. Price is very reasonable and the portions are huge! Great for sharing dishes.
(4)Dawn M.
Had a very good meal tonight at Re. Price was fair, Richard the waiter personable! A win in NYC
(4)Stephanie A.
Whatever you do don't check your shopping bags! I had just come from a day at Bloomingdale's and Swarovski store right after the hurricane while housesitting for my daughter. I love great french food and have eaten at many great restaurants in the city. I was by myself and got a very warm welcome from two female hostesses and they were quick to check all my bags. I had treated myself to a 100.00 swarovski key chain in a nice long flat box which was slid tightly on the top side of my large shopping bag. They assured me it would be safe. After a long ride back to Astoria in the cold I got home and my keychain box was missing. I called and spoke with both managers and assured them it was snuggly fit into the bag and a tight fit. I couldnt get either one to call me back and ignored my one call when they saw it was me so I had to call from a different number. Surprise, they were there. I assured them I was coming back into the city to see both hostesses and thats when the snow storm blew threw and I couldnt get back. I would give them four stars for food and service. But I was heart broken over the only keychain left in the store and a splurge for myself I battled over so this experience ruined my dining experience. Shame on the thief who stole from me. And I tipped you so well.
(2)Michelle W.
Rue 57 is a restaurant I have passed a million times over the years, always wanted to go to and for some reason just never made it. I am so grateful to have broken that pattern. I'm typically taken aback by meals that I choose to write about--and that remains to be the case here. I'll get to that. First and foremost, our server was incredible--it must be noted! You see, on Wednesday nights, my husband Franklin and I go out with my grandmother and her boyfriend, Meyer. It's a tradition that we all love. Well, Franklin and I were the first to arrive and be seated. The server was kind, personable, and knowledgeable. Once my grandma and Meyer arrived, oh we became best friends with him! Let me paint a picture: Meyer, and our server Richard were singing back and forth to Fiddler on the Roof's "If I Were A Rich Man" and then leaning in towards each other and reciting lines back and forth from The Godfather. It was so much fun to watch. Yes, somehow Fiddler on the Roof and The Godfather go hand in hand when it comes to these two--don't ask me how but in the moment it made sense, I think. This is notably special since generally servers don't tend to have the patience to deal with Meyer's jokes, sarcasm, and remarks. Instead, they are rushed, get offended, and wave him off. Not at Rue 57. Richard was such a pleasure! (if you are reading this, thank you for bringing such a joy to our evening! You truly made our experience a memorable one.) The food. The food is wonderful. The French bistro styled menu with a focus on meat and sushi is lovely for a broad audience. All of our plates were cleaned down to the last morsel. It was all wonderfully flavorful--all guided by the recommendations from our gracious server who refreshingly had honest opinions when asked about specific dishes. NOW THAT IS A FOODIES DREAM COME TRUE! I love trying dishes that other people love. Why not go into a dish expecting it to be awesome? IT'S ALMOST UNFAIR HOW GOOD THE DESSERT IS! You see, it almost makes the rest of the meal feel terrible--and as I noted, it was all truly wonderful. The desserts stand alone. They are out-of-this-world rich, decadent, and all while combining intriguing flavor profiles. Splurge, stop by just for the Warm Chocolate Valrhona Cake--cause WOW, just wow. BON APPETIT!
(4)Saeeun B.
My boyfriend and I went to rue 57 before a show. I made reservations so we didn't have to wait at all even though it was a Friday night. Friendly staff and service was great, our waitress was attentive. We shared the truffle fries which were good, but I would try a different appetizer if we came here again. The meatloaf was very good, great sauce that went perfectly with it. We also ordered the spicy king grab roll- was just OK, we should've went with a salad since we wanted to eat light. For dessert we ordered the pecan pie....it took the longest to come out but was SO WORTH IT. Such good pecan pie. Huge portion too, it could probably be shared amongst 4 people. Great restaurant if you're around the area, a bit touristy bc it's a good location.
(4)Kimberly U.
Prompt seating without a reservation for six. Waitstaff overwhelmed. Food pricey and just ok Nothing memorable for a $42 steak Had to ask for butter to go with our bread basket Plates cleared without asking if we were finished Waitress cheerfully took our picture and took her time about it :-D Over all an ok experience, just wouldnt go back Too many other choices in the city for that price
(3)Miss Bliss S.
Skip the popcorn shrimp. It was soggy because it was drenched in a spicy mayo sauce and oil. However, the chilean sea bass was delish! A winner at our table of 4. The short rib sliders were good too.
(3)Oksana R.
Stumbled over this place bc it was too hot to walk any farther from our hotel. Way overpriced for what it is. Steak frites from midday menu wasn't a skirt steak... Medium for the kid was completely raw I'm the middle. Service was blah. Not coming back
(2)Francisco C.
The service was good, until we paid for dinner. My friend paid for the dinner with a credit card, the tip was going to be in 1/2 credit card and 1/2 in cash..... The waiter took the signed receipt before we had a chance to add the cash to the sleeve..... We were hanging out for a few minutes after dinner and the manager had the balls to come and ask for more tip... I found that absured!!!! The food is ok, but way over priced to begin and not worth it.
(1)Byoung Kyu S.
Worst service ever! Our waiter was Doug and he might be the worst waiter ever! After a long run at Central Park, we needed refueling so popped in here for some food since it was close to the hotel (Ritz is da bomb!!!). Sat at the bar while waiting for a table. $17 for a bloody mary?!?! Anyways, finally sat. No one came by for a while. No water, no nothing. Finally order water and coffee. Another LONG wait. Ordered food and our waiter never came back. Ended up having to bother another waiter twice for coffee refills. I wish I had ended up tipping him instead! Food comes out, and Doug asks if we need anything. I ask for hot sauce and coffee refill, and he says he'll be right back. Umm....he is no where to be found. My food is sitting on the table, getting colder every minute, and Doug is no where. He backs behind me and I smell a strong cigarette smell which tells me he must have gone on a smoke break. YUCK! I remind him that I am still waiting on hot sauce and coffee. He tells me he'll be right back...YEA RIGHT. Then I see him at another table, answering questions, and taking orders. I am getting seriously frustrated. My food is still sitting at my table, probably getting frigid. Then he walks towards my table, then stops at the computer station to punch in the order he just took. I remind him again then he come back 5-6 minutes later with hot sauce. Still no coffee. The food was fairly good. But based on service from DOUG, we'll never be back.
(1)Sharon W.
Crispy fries, stiff drinks and friendly service!
(4)Elizabeth H.
Great brunch menu. Lots of variety. This place has a lovely casual atmosphere. I would definitely come here again.
(4)Linda D.
Best lunch in midtown! I was worried, picked a place blind, in midtown, solely based in location and some yelp reviews. Had lunch today with clients and it was SO yummy It's on my list to go back to. Best grilled Cheese I've ever had, and I mean it. Even liked the truffle fries and I don't care for truffle oil. Yellowfin sashimi great, beefsteak tomato app awesome - mainly for the balsamic glaze.
(4)Nancy N.
great location and atmosphere! There's outdoor seating and great music! I was so drawn by the music (colbie collait, Sade, Alicia keys..) and atmosphere that I was already convinced that this place is going to be my go to place. I got the lobster, corn, egg and potato hash and honestly wasn't impressed. The corn and potatoes were a bit burnt. The lobster was ok but I mean, you can't really go wrong with lobster. I can taste how it was grilled and maybe it was a big tougher than some good ones I've had in the past... But it didn't atop me from eating the whole thing. However, the overall dish was only medicore for me. again, this would be a place to go to catch up with friends or take someone from out of town but not a place I would travel an hour via train to eat.
(3)Safi I.
The sushi is slightly better than supermarket grade. Skip it. The mussels dijonnaise were fantastic. I actually forgot my manners and licked my fingers. Very embarrassing but who cares. If you like cheese, fresh herbs and good wine they're not to be missed. Beef Steak tomato salad was good. Fresh ingredients and accompanied the mussels well. Tonight's drink special includes St. Germain Elderflower and sparkling wine, really nice and unexpected. The crowed is older lots of tourists. The sushi was poor and overall it's really pricy so it gets 3 stars.
(3)Catherine M.
Disappointed that when we arrived around midnight, we were sent to the bar since we weren't going to "order a full dinner." There were many tables. It was rude and unwelcoming and not good business.
(2)Claudia R.
Pricey but yummy! Unfortunately, not too may options for a vegetarian but after a few drinks I was fine with that! Ate the fettucini and it was delish!
(4)Angel J.
French with sushi? Interesting but it was surprisingly delicious. My friend and I both had grilled cheese which was scrumptious. I had the alcoholic Arnold Palmer and it was delicious. A little pricey, but hey it's New York. I would probably go back
(4)Thomas M.
Ordered fries from them while at whiskey park next door. Not fresh cut as advertised: soggy, salt less and over fried. No mustard, though we asked for some both with the order, and again from the server who brought them to us. Comes in a metal cup with wax paper folded to take up half the cup: $9 for half a cup of soggy fries?
(1)William S.
Marvelous food, location, ambiance, waitstaff, reservation. If I were to visit a restaurant twice this would be one I would consider.
(5)Courtenay C.
Great food! Amazing service. Wonderful Ambiance.
(5)Michelle I.
This is wayyyy overdue. Way. The year was 2003 and I was on a family vacation. The month was August and it was just our luck it was the year of the great northeast blackout. We ended up here by sheer accident. But my memory serves me well and this place was top notch. I remember my sandwich. The salmon. It was delish. Till this day I think it was the foccasia bread I had. I cannot be certain it is till on the menu but it should be. I sometimes dream of the salmon. It was just that good!
(4)Brian F.
Fantastic! Well trained staff (e.g. obviously empty -my plate pratically licked clean, bus boy asks,"May I take that sir?") And a waitress who most pleasantly indicated she was temporarily busy as we just sat down but asked if she may be back shortly (and she was). Short Ribs with eggs bernaise - Awesome!! All fat rendered out of the rib, delicious demi-glase. Perfectly salty, just to the edge. Starts with Coffee perfect. $18 for "steak and eggs" - far and away best I've ever had. Eat here and be happy. 57th and 6th. The house ice tea is passion fruit vanilla. Why cant more places be like this?! Then again, if we didnt have the mediocre ones, would we appreciate those that do such a good job :)
(5)Alex B.
Note: This was an online delivery order placed on SeamlessWeb; I have never eaten in the restaurant itself. I ordered the smoked salmon and bagel from here on a Saturday and it arrived with no smoke salmon at all. I called and they replaced my order, but the replacement had no smoked salmon either. Not sure if it's the delivery man or the restaurant, but will never order from here again regardless. Plenty of other restaurants in NYC.
(1)Jonah K.
Came here for a business breakfast to start off the day. We were quickly seated and served slowly. I opted for the bagel and lox for breakfast. The lox was great, but the bagel was pretty sub par and not very fresh (toasted). This is NY people, you can get a good bagel nearby to serve with a mark up. Not acceptable.
(2)Jessie F.
Tried this place once and such a disappointment. We were placed in the worst table while the restaurant was not full at all. The food was bad as well.
(1)Andreas K.
Between Hilton midtown and Central Park a good spot for an lunch meeting. Nice atmosphere and good quality.
(4)Joanna S.
Really cute place with an old world, French flair. Good service. Great breakfast dishes. Nice open air atmosphere on a nice day. The desserts are humungous--and really good.
(3)May L.
In Short: Dinner is ok, Brunch is a pass. Food is descent. Service makes no sense for the price. The Atmosphere: It's a French Bistro. Tables are large enough to seat large parties. A lot of finance people come here. It's quite dark, but there are seats outside and near the windows on the weekends. The Food: It's a weird mixture of French and Japanese and ends up being average for both. For brunch, the menu has a number of nice selections. I got the hangover breakfast, which had every type of meat, 2 eggs, pancakes and toast (post-running makes me very hungry). I couldn't finish it. Great amount of food. I would say the food is probably a 3.5 to 4. Price: Slightly cheaper than Normas (nearby), similar in price to Sarabeth's meaning ($15-20) The Service. While I'd say they were nice when I did see them, I got give this a 1 because of the manner in which staff is managed. So, three of us were sitting in a single window area. By the time our drinks were served, the two tables to my left had already bonded as lifetime buddies based on how poor the service was. And although I'm a typical NYer trying not to get involved, I drew the line when the table to my left, seated after us, had their order taken first and the waiter, feeling bad referred us to a different waiter as we weren't his table. The problem is that unlike most restaurants where wait staff has sections, each of us had a different waiter. None of us could really find ours at the right time. Although the other's waiter was nice, it was frustrating for us to watch. Even with the bus boys trying to help fill in the gaps, it didn't make sense. And in reality, I should only have to call over staff like that in a Chinese restaurant. Our table did not have salt and pepper shakers. Jam and butter were not brought with obvious things like toast (jam) and pancakes (butter). I did go during the C. Park Women's 1/2 so at 10:30, this place was difficult to get a seat. I'm wondering if that is particular to being unready for the park spill over. That just seems unprepared, rather than excusable, though in my mind.
(2)jared g.
Good not great. Almost 4 stars , but the service was very slow even when we informed them that we had a show to catch . I would come back before another broadway show if everything else in the area is booked.
(3)Kenneth S.
Excellent lunch recently. Skirt Steak was outstanding as was the burger which was much better than the overhyped ones at the Parker Meridien. Check the board for daily specials. Service was appropriately attentive for a lunchtime crowd in the middle of Manhattan on a busy shopping weekday. Prices were fair and we would come back in a New York minute. Make reservations.
(4)Simon B.
Love it. Well priced. The meat is always properly prep'd, cooked just right. They serve champagne properly. They don't over chill it. The service has always been great. I love this place.
(5)Becky M.
Rudest waitstaff ever.
(2)Bitty G.
Hands down one of the best restaurants I've ever been to in terms of food, ambience, and service. At the suggestion of our waiter, I got the miso glazed Chilean sea bass, which isn't something I usually order. It was SO GOOD, the sweetness of the miso glaze with the flakey-ness of the sea bass was pure perfection. My husband got the filet, which came with mashed potatos and peas and he devoured it. Couldn't stop talking about how good our meal was. That is, until dessert time. We finished our dinner with the fried Oreos. I can't put into words how delicious it was -- you're going to have to try it in order to fully understand the deliciousness. Also, our waiter David was awesome. Requesting him anytime we come back. It's a pricey place, but you get what you pay for! Great service, an unforgettable meal and a classy, upscale experience.
(5)Albany F.
Good location, 4 blocks from Central Park and around the corner of The Plaza where we are staying. Bad service and all the little things not done right. Pre dinner Bread was cold and burned. Requested new bread. Waitress brought back new bread and sarcasticly said "I hope this one is GOOD ENOUGH FOR YOU". Burger bun was not toasted. When we ask why the burger bun is cold. They said they don't toast their bun unless Is requested. Com'on man, even Red Robin toast their bun. First burger We ever had with cold bun. And this is Manhattan! The Food arrived cold. Water never refilled. Waitress checked with us once during the whole dinner. But she checks on 8 top next to us every 2 min, but never brother to check with us when she was just standing right next to us. Then after we paid, the waitress actually grabbed the bill fold and checked her tip before we left. Which is new to us. We never been to a restaurant that the waiter/tress grabs the credit card bill fold right in front of us. Their steak is good, cocktail was ok.
(1)Inessa M.
Good sliders, service is not bad. Good wine selection and pleasant theater district decor. I like it the most for the convenient location next to Carnegie hall and not far from the Lincoln center.
(3)Wesley S.
I love this place. Let me tell you a tip, they have the best ice tea! It is made from a local vendor and it is some sort of passion fruit vanilla blend. I had one taste of it and wanted more and more. This place is nice to sit outside and people watch and maybe order a bunch of appetizers for lunch or I am sure they have a great dinner too. The staff was helpful and friendly (our server rocked). I really enjoyed the entire experience here. Thanks for reading and enjoy.
(4)Nicholas B.
The food was quite good, the first place my boyfriend and I ate when we got to NY. Pricey, but not surprising considering the area. Would defiantly recommend this place without hesitation.
(4)Mark R.
The food was okay, but we were seated right next to the door on a snowy night and froze! We weren't even finished with our meal when they started clearing the table. We overheard one restaurant worker telling the waiter he was "trying to get them out of here". We heard this right after paying the tab with a generous tip. We'll never go back.
(2)Good E.
Rude 57
(2)Maura G.
great food & great service. we came here after a long day of walking around the city looking for sustinance and relaxation. our server was great, very friendly, great with the kids that were with us. the food was awesome as well. i personally had the french onion soup and sea scallops. the scallops were cooked to perfection and served with amazing truffle mashed potatoes. i also tried my first fried oreo here (good to try once, but i won't crave them). the menu has something for everyone-they even have a sushi menu. everyone really liked what they ordered. the space was nicely decorated for christmas. the only thing that wasn't so great was the bathroom...wasn't kept as neat as i'd expect in a place like this.
(4)Allison S.
Their sirloin burger is AMAZING..everything on the menu is great but if you want the best burger ever, go to this place.
(5)Pia M.
I had been meaning to try this place for a while as it looks like a cute little French brasserie from the outside. While the inside is charming and is always packed with patrons, the food was just okay. I got the Rigatoni Bolognese and wasn't impressed. The bar area was cool, however, and the bartenders were nice. I would return to try the sushi.
(3)Ruoyi J.
Very strange menu. Lots of chicken, some steak, and a whole section of sushi. You know what kind of restaurant this is. That being said, the miso glazed sea bass was surprisingly good. And our waitress was very very pleasant.
(3)Leslie H.
I think this restaurant is expensive for what it was. I had the eggs benedict which was $16. Didn't come with a drink or any sides. I did enjoy the croissant it was served on and the ham. Between my boyfriend and I, we had two entrees and a coffee and it was $40. Although the restaurant itself is pleasant with a lot of light and a nice location, I don't think I would return.
(3)Paulina B.
I had a mid-week lunch here with a friend from college, and I thought the atmosphere was great. It was pretty packed, but they sat us rather quickly once my friend arrived. The busy New Yorkers lunch crowd was fun people watching. The menu was definitely interesting. The sushi We ordered a sushi roll to start. The salmon, avacado and crab roll was delicious. Fresh and light, very yummy. We ordered two salad to share - the lunch special was avocado salad with grilled shrimp on a bed of mixed greens. I loved it. The avacado salad had crisp peppers and fresh tomato mixed in which gave it great flavor and texture. The second salad was the seafood salade off the menu. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't the best I've had. I was a little disappointed. The veggies in the salad seemed to overpower the lobster and shrimp in the salad. The lobster was also a little tough and chewy, like it was overcooked. I think I would definitely go back to Rue 57. The sandwiches and entrees that were walked passed up looked delicious so I would be more than happy to try other entrees.
(4)Patrick P.
Thoroughly unimpressed by a brunch that was equal parts bland, unimpressive, and poorly cooked. I would NOT recommend this restaurant. I chose this spot for brunch because a friend of mine works there, and I've been meaning to check it out. Since the [generic] menu is SO over priced, I decided to use the opportunity of having my family visiting to be my first trip to Rue 57, seeing as I knew they would pick up the check. Don't let my term of the word "generic" throw you. I'm a big fan of the generic French brunch. See "Parc" in Philadelphia for a superb place that does this right. However, the brunch at Rue 57, a "brasserie parisienne", reminded me more of a Denny's, just much more expensive and without so much as toast, or orange juice, or coffee, or even water. At the suggestion of my friend who works there, we made a reservation for Sunday brunch at 11:00am for three people, since, according to her, they get extremely busy. My family arrived a few minutes before me, and they refused to seat them since I wasn't there. When I arrived 3 minutes later, they seated us. After waiting a good while for our server to arrive with our water glasses still sitting upside down and empty the entire time, he finally approached our lowly three top with a sigh of relief. Since it had taken so long, we were already prepared to order. First thing we all asked for was coffee, followed by our food orders. I ordered the "grilled skirt steak with two eggs, any style, with frizzled onions" at $27.50. My family members ordered the lobster, corn, and potato hash with bearnaise sauce, at $19.75, and brasserie benedict, with toasted croissants, jambon de bayonne, poached eggs, and bearnaise sauce, at $15.95. It should be noted that the latter 2 entrees were served with bearnaise sauce, while mine, confusingly, was not. Why is this? Every other french bistro where I've ordered steak and eggs has come with bearnaise sauce. After our server forgot our coffee (he came back and said "sorry, it's coming right up"), we were served our sparse and bland entrees. There was no toast served with any entree. No bread for the table. Nil. None. It did not seem to exist in this restaurant. My steak, which I ordered MEDIUM RARE, was served to me MEDIUM WELL. I would have definitely sent it back, but they were so busy that I didn't dare. On the gigantic plate which my meal was served was a small steak, two small scrambled eggs, a few onion strings, and one lowly spring of some green. On the other two entrees plates there was a similar excess of empty plate space. Perhaps some bearnaise sauce would help take up some of the room on my plate? I would expect that at these prices, one could at least expect toast, or coffee/juice, or a side of potatoes to be included. But alas, there was none of that. Just our lowly entrees, our small cups of coffee (which we paid extra for), and our water glasses. Overall, a very lackluster brunch that initially seemed so promising. Very much a letdown, in terms of the meager food and less than desirable service. I would NOT recommend this place for brunch, at all. You could go to Denny's and get more food and better service at this price.
(1)Courtney P.
Everything I had at Rue 57 was delicious, but the pairing of French and Japanese food--while not as uncommon as one might think-- is still bizarre. Their starter bread basket was very yummy, especially the doughy pretzel rolls. The salmon I had as an entree was delicious and the Chicken Milanese was prepared very well. The sushi we had to start was good, but it definitely tasted as though sushi was not their specialty. The service was fair, but the atmosphere is great. Rue is dimly lit and the seating is comfortable. The open air layout is great for larger parties.
(4)Mila Z.
Excellent place to have a Steak, any kind perfect cook tender, the finest mussels are delicious too, but the dessert was the best part .. Drinks also as well
(4)Carly T.
After a LONG day of walking around, we stopped here on our way to Central Park. We'd been trying to find something on Yelp for a while and finally just decided to walk inside and try a place because Yelp was not cooperating at the time. SERVICE: Good. Fast, and easy. Not over-bearing, but at the same time, just friendly enough. FOOD: My fiance had a salad and I had the grilled cheese. I was feeling a bit under the weather and craving something carby and cheesy and this pretty much hit the spot. It's not your normal grilled cheese... there is proscuitto and pesto on it. The server kindly warned me and asked if that was okay, and I gladly said yes, give it to me the way the chef wants me to eat it. It was totally delicious, as were the fries. 1,000 calories well spent, I guess... LOCATION: Obviously in a wonderful spot, easy to get to on your way into or out of central park. **I was exhausted and starving when we went here, so I feel like I should warn that it is possible I would have enjoyed anything that wasn't entirely awful... just a disclaimer.**
(4)Amy Y.
DISCLAIMER: This review is not about food..... Wallet thieves frequent the bar, and management will not cooperate with police (in fact, they're downright a-holes) in terms of providing surveillance video or other information. Hang on to your stuff, because this restaurant will do nothing to help if you are the victim of a theft while on their turf.
(1)Vanessa N.
Fantastic place. Food was suburb, service excellent, ambiance Devine. A definite must in that side of Manhattan.
(4)Dolliah M.
The boy and I ducked in here before seeing the awesome Mike Birbiglia at Carnegie Hall nearby. Let me break it down. SERVICE - Prompt, genuinely helpful, friendly but not over the top AMBIANCE - Rustic, traditional, warm FOOD - Pasta Primavera (veggies were nice, too bland) Boston Lettuce Salad (with pears and parmesan) & the truffle pommes frites (side order) - together these small plates were satisfying. Salad was a bit over-dressed for my taste but my fault for not asking for dressing on the side. Oreo Beignets, basically DEEP FRIED OREOS... The coating on these was way too soft and chewy no crispness to it at all. I'd come back if in the area but wouldn't go out of my way to return.
(3)Doug B.
I visited NYC over the weekend and a good friend of mine took us here, said it was one of the better restaurants on this side of town - he was totally right! The menu was full of amazing choices, and the interior had a grand charm about it. The food... wow - everything we ate was really good - The soups were great, and I had a very good steak here. Not an inexpensive place to eat, but if you're not on a budget, I would definitely recommend this place. Drinks here were mixed well, and I do like a good Manhattan! If you're over on the West Side...Come here and try it for yourself, you won't be disappointed.
(5)James P.
A wonderful place to eat after a stroll in Central Park. Gatsby era decor with a beautiful modern bar. Affordable, delicious and wonderful service.
(4)Jeffrey C.
I'm a fan for breakfast. Eggs Benedict came on a croissant which was Ok by me (except for the calories). The hollandaise was good and the eggs cooked just right. Coffee was strong just as I like it. It's near the hotel I was staying in so second day I had scrambled eggs and grilled tomato. This was also well cooked. The service was good, the ambiance nice and prices were reasonable for New York. Maybe next time I will try the Sushi for dinner, just because I am surprised that this cafe rouge style bistro serves Japanese and French food!
(4)Danny H.
My wife and I stopped in Rue 57 around 2ish on a Saturday afternoon in February and really enjoyed our lunch. We were seated fairly quickly though the restaurant was crowded. We were greeted by a female waitstaff member, and her name escapes me but it begins with the letter N. She was part of the team working with Alan that saturday afternoon. They were both excellent. She recommended a particular Pinot, Talley I believe that was damn good. We took our time and eventually were able to order the chicken that was part of the dinner menu and was very moist and very tasty. I wish I could remember more but because it was a few months ago, I can't, except to say that we had one of the most attentive waitstaffs at any restaurant ever. They were both great and I will ask for them next time I'm there, now if I could only remember the female waitstaff's name, duh! Go, you won't be sorry.
(5)Charles J.
I tend to take people for lunch . The food and drinks are good . And the prices isn't bad either . You can get in and out in less then a hour .
(4)Shar H.
My cousin, his wife and her sister came in from Philly two weeks ago and wanted to have a nice brunch midtown (near their hotel). I decided we should go to Rue 57 since I've always been tempted by the dishes everytime I've walked by tables on the sidewalk during the summer. I got the eggs florentine -- which was absolutely huge in size! The kitchen did a nice job with the poached eggs and was generous with the spinach and bacon. The dish was savory and flavorful. I think the large pieces of bacon might have been better as a few strips on the side to nibble on as opposed to mixed in with the spinach. My cousin's wife also ordered their truffle fries which come topped with truffle oil and bits of truffle. This is a decadent dish and I couldn't help but nip at them. Overall, everyone was very full at the end of the meal and my guests got the brunch they wanted.
(3)Danielle F.
What a great place to have brunch New Year's day! Its a convenient location and the food wasnt bad. It kind of feels like a diner, but it's totally not. I came with a group of about 5 people, we only waited about 15 minutes for a table. We were all pretty happy with the food and the prices. I'd definitely go back for brunch!
(4)Sharon L.
It wasn't until late one Friday evening that I found out my cousin was going to be in town that weekend for business, and it was really last minute, but would I like to meet up for brunch somewhere near her midtown hotel? Why, yes, of course! I know just the place! But let me tell you. When Alexander Pope first wrote "hope springs eternal", he was most certainly talking about the freaking idiot who actually thought there was a chance she could get a reservation for noon brunch on Saturday at Sarabeth's or Norma's by booking it THE NIGHT BEFORE. Hence, this review is for Rue 57, and not for either Sarabeth's or Norma's. When I got there just after noon, the place was b-u-s-y. Like, there were clusters of people waiting in the entryway. I guess it makes sense, given it's one of the few upscale-casual sit-down (sorry that's an oxymoron isn't it?) places in midtown west. We squeezed into our table, trying not to knock over the drinks at the next table, which was mere inches away from ours. We sat for quite a while before our waiter arrived (by that I mean I stared down a waiter and did not blink until he finally came to our table). I ordered an omelette with gruyere and bacon, which was actually delicious, and a pleasant surprise, given that I had not been expecting too much from the food. My cousin ordered pancakes, which, while nothing to write home about, were also quite decent. Basically, the exprience could be scored thusly: 5 Stars: being able to score a last minute brunch reservation with NO hassle at all. 3 Stars: the food. Not great, but definitely more than adequate. TWO STARS: THE SERVICE. The delay in taking our order was only the beginning. Once he brought our food, our waiter disappeared. Poof. Like magic. No refill of waters, no asking if we wanted to top up our drinks. He was not seen again, until literally the second we put our forks down, he reappeared out of thin air to plop the check down on the table. Ridiculous to the point where my cousin laughed and said, "Wow, they must be trying to turn the tables real quick, huh?" I appreciate that this is a busy place, but nobody likes to be rushed through a meal, dude. We were not offered coffee, dessert, anything. Not that we wanted dessert or coffee, but we COULD'VE wanted dessert or coffee! Plus I definitely feel like I showed my cousin the wrong side of the New York brunch "scene". I hope she will come back soon! I really do know just the place. It just isn't Rue 57.
(3)Andrew S.
The last time I was in here I was strolling in after dinner at Nobu. This place, for it's location, stays open pretty late. I would categorize this, for me, as a place to grab a drink before dinner, or a late snack/drink dinner, with a wide array of choices. The ambiance is nice for midtown, and thetis bar is so big, it's one of those places where I really like to eat t the bar and have a few drinks. Not to mention the bartenders are very cool. This place closes on a Thursday earlier, so good to start and continue somewhere.
(5)Krista D.
VERY VERY VERY GOOD PLACE When we went I was a little disappointed because they were only serving a 'mid-day lunch menu' but we waited around and drank until 5 and got dinner You have to try the truffle fries - they were recommended and did not let us down I usually am not a fan of meatloaf but the waitress highly recommended it so we went with it, OMG it was to die for - it's made with kobe beef and is so fresh and delicious. I think even if you are not a fan of meatloaf this is A MUST TRY Please do yourself a favor and leave room for pecan pie. It is out of this world
(4)Cheri M.
It was good! I had their lox scrambled and eggs and really enjoyed it. The boyfriend had eggs over medium but they made them over-easy instead and had a re-do. Very non-chalant service. After just coming back from Paris we wanted that vibe and got it, somewhat.
(3)Christine S.
Love this place - you have to try their lamb sliders ... Mmm, will dream about them tonight!
(5)Jocy C.
I find this place to be so odd. Rue 57 is a French / Japanese restaurant located in midtown New York. French or Japanese... it's like an identity crisis. I'm not quite sure why sushi is offered on the menu. I think I like my Japanese food from an authentic Japanese restaurant with an authentic Japanese sushi chef. My boss took me and a colleague here for lunch. There's outdoor seating (which is awesome when the weather is just perfect).... but lines are long for lunch. I think we arrived around 12:30pm and waited about 15 minutes before we were seated. The menu itself has a wide variety of choices... and my selection of choice was the "Mini Kobe Burgers" - described as as a "threesome with sauteed onions, sliced pickles, tomato, and pomme frites". With each of the Kobe burger, I ordered them with cheese... and for those of you that know me (and my selection of variety!), I ordered each burger with a different type of cheese: 1) Provolone 2) Blue Cheese 3) Goat Cheese The burger with the goat cheese was my favorite! Ordered my burger medium... with pink in the middle. YUM!
(3)Imran H.
We went to brunch early and enjoyed our meal. The service was good and we liked the food. The omelets were great as were the burgers and the tuna salad was also good. We liked the place and the ambiance. The place was packed so having reservations helped!
(4)David R.
I've been here twice for brunch and the first time I came I had the Short Rib Eggs Benedict and I had it the second time too. It was amazing both times. The short rib is flavorful and very tender. The bread that is the basis of the Eggs Benedict is spongy and absorbs the juices from the meat and egg. The dish has perl onions that are cooked and sweet. There are some sauces added and in all, it's a medley of flavors that made the best Benedict I've had... better than Jane is SoHo. I'm giving 4 stars since I've not tried the other dishes but they did look good as well.
(4)Robert S.
I read some of the negative reviews here and I just scratch my head. Every time I come into Manhattan, I usually end up at Rue 57; great, fast service, unique food (try the Cuban sandwich paired with the exceptional fries for lunch), perfect setting for everything from a quick lunch to a romantic evening. I've been a loyal customer since the place opened, and I still consider this to be one of my favorite places in Manhattan. With the exception of an Angus meatloaf I had a couple of years back that wasn't utterly perfect, I haven't had a morsel of food here that qualified as anything less than gourmet fare. Frankly, can't wait to get back to Rue - you can pay more, but you can't enjoy food that's any better anywhere.
(5)Jonathan N.
With plans to see a show at Radio City on a Sunday evening, Rue proved to be the perfect spot for pre-entertainment drinks and snacks. The first shout-out goes to my good friend Lisa, who is one of the managers here. She made great suggestions and generously comped us on a round of cocktails. Sweet! As for those cocktails... I ventured out from my usual (Jack and Coke) to try of of the day's specials, which was essentially an Arnold Palmer on steroids. Not THE Arnold Palmer (I'm not accusing the famous golfer of using performance enhancing drugs), but AN Arnold Palmer, which for those of you who don't know is a combination of lemonade and iced tea, but this time spiked with vodka. Quite refreshing on a hot summer's eve (not the douche brand, but an actual evening in the summer season). My two dates (I'm a stud) went with a glass of white wine and some kind of orange martini, which was too sweet for my taste but good if you're into that sort of thing. Then we ordered a few apps for the table to share. They included: - Beet salade -- featured creamy goat cheese and a tangy orange vinaigrette - Baby brasserie ribs -- sweet and spicy sauce was quite yummy - Mussels dijonnaise -- HUGE pot of mussels, which were served with a cream sauce. First time I'd seen that, but they were quite good. - Pommes frites -- slim cut and golden brown, just like fries should be - Crispy popcorn shrimp -- We actually tried to order the crispy rice with spicy tuna, but the waiter mis-heard us. Being the cool cats that we are, we told him it was fine and we'd eat the shrimp. The tempura batter was awesomely crunchy and the Asian dressing had a great flavor. I'm glad we stuck with them. Rue is not cheap, but what would you expect from a French bistro just a few blocks south of Central Park? The atmosphere is casual but nice and the service is solid ,even if you aren't buddies with the manager. Ladies and gentlemen, we have a winner!
(4)Jean-Pierre A.
Let me start by saying, that I used to LOVE this place. Would really look forward to coming here on my trips into the city. Anyway, I unfortunately cannot say the same thing today. Rue 57 has went from a chic french style NY eatery to a tourist packed unfriendly disappointment. We came here for brunch, and received subpar service. The drinks did not come out quickly, and we were seated closely to other patrons although there were empty more comfortable seats near by. In terms of food-we both ordered the lobster corn and potato hash. This should be renamed the corn and potato hash, because really it only had a couple of small pieces of lobster in it. We also started with a couple of pieces of salmon sushi-which weren't bad. Anyway, this place has gone down in terms of service, atmosphere, and general care for customers. We wrote a brief review in the comments card in hopes to be contacted by the management about our concerns-but never heard back. It appears that Rue 57 has let their success go to their heads and will likely not last much longer in the competitive NY restaurant scene. Au-Revoir Rue 57!
(1)Anna D.
Great meet the parents ... or meet the friend's parents place. Came here as a guest of a friend and her grandparents. They loved the white tablecloth atmosphere and French bistro menu. We got a few bottles of Malbec (love that her 86-year-old grandfather was down to party) which were pretty reasonable, and then I had steak frites--can't mess that up and they didn't. They did forget my salad, so docking a point for that, but I didn't even really want it so maybe they did me a favor? Didn't do dessert. I feel like it can get a little loud, and it was also really, really hot--like, stifling, but when I went to the ladies room downstairs it seemed like there was some sort of building problem that the employees were confabbing about so maybe it was related to that. Overall, you can't do wrong by coming here, and even if it isn't the most exciting, you're getting good food and good service.
(4)Joanne K.
Went here for a late lunch during Christmas season. It was a cold day and we had been all over seeing the city's decoratons. This restaurant was a great find. First, it was cozy, warm and nicely decorated for Christmas; greenery, colored lights, and a tree. A nice varied menu from sandwich platters to salads to dinners.The food was very good. Wait staff was good and the food came promptly. The only criticism I would have is the tables were very close to each other. But, I would not stay away from this restuarant for that reason. I would definitely recommend this restaurant and return myself.
(4)Bob B.
Have walked past this place for years and always considered it more of a tourist trap. Ended up having lunch there and can say that the food was perfectly satisfying and the service actually quite friendly and attentive given a fairly quirky staff. I wouldn't put it on my bucket list, but would certainly go there with friends if they were in the mood for French (I didn't try any of the sushi side of things).
(3)Kat K.
Went here for dinner; strip steak was meh. Sushi platter also meh. They make a fine latte though. A la peche cocktail also tasty. The ambience was my favorite part of my experience.
(4)Joyce K.
Sunday brunch at Rue 57. The Brasserie Benedict was not wonderful: soggy croissant, with lukewarm sauce. But the Reuben sandwich was piled high and much appreciated. Bloody Mary at $14, which is probably going rate. Lovely French brasserie surroundings; the sushi didn't seem to fit.
(3)Liz R.
If you want to ruin your day have breakfast here. I got yelled at bc I forgot to tell the waiter what kind of toast I wanted. When he came w the coffee I asked what kind they had and he yelled at me that he had already put the order in and I should have asked earlier. He never returned to offer more coffee. The hostess was nice and tried to apologize, but I will never go back.
(1)Rebecca N.
The food was great, but $26 BUCKS for eggs!? Come on....! Tourist trap south of 5th Avenue and Central Park. I wouldn't go back. Just my two cents.
(3)Trang N.
We came here on a Friday night to grab a quick bite to eat before we hit the town. I must say that the food was delicious, but the service complete overshadowed any kind of good rating I was going to give this establishment. The usually French bistro set up, big windows, dark wood booths, very dimmly lit. I almost set the menu on fire trying to lean in for some light! The vib was surprisingly nice being on the corner of such a busy intersection and the food fairly good. I ordered a the beet salad and the steak tartare. The salad was surprisingly large for a starter and the tartare was more then enough for this girl to fill up for the evening. Husband had the mini lamb and goat cheese sliders and said that they were delicious and had substantial meal to bun ratio! The truffle pomme frites on the other hand were four slices of steak fries, although delicious, but for $8, even by NYC standards was a total ripoff! Unfortunately, our waiter was a pompous (pardon my francais) jack hole and we couldn't wait to get our of there! We found ourselves trying to flag him down to get refills on wine, bourbon and water!! He never came back to check on us and I ultimately had to flag down a bus boy to fulfill our request! We could tell that other tables were appalled by the service as they just got up and walked out on the bill. We found our server hovered over the order screen most of the night of texting away on his cellphone. I am a definate over tipper and had to force myself to leave 10% which was still too way much, but someone has to let him know he can not just be aloaf and expect a tip! The food pretty much did all the work, all he needed to do was to show up a couple of times to our table, we didn't ask for anything other then the usual refills on drinks and a mustard jar, which if he even bothered to ask, we wouldn't have left annoyed! Considering he had a section of 10 tables and only had 4 actual tables, I hardly think he was overwhelmed! It was a complete disgrace to waiters and waitress everywhere!
(2)Jay H.
Come to Rue quiet often as it is near my office. Surprisingly they have good sushi,. It gets packed at the bar which is generally where I go for a few drinks but you can generally get a seat and enjoy a nice app. Its a bit pricey but that's what you get for 57 and 6 ave spot.
(4)Steph M.
The food was excellent but the service was not much to be desired. I went their and I didn't have a place setting. When I asked the waitress she asked me if I put the silverware in my purse. I still hadn't received a napkin. The waitress never asked me if everything was ok or if we wanted anything else. Not happy at all with the service.
(3)Jessica K.
Food is good, but the service is very slow. Wait staff seems to ignore you. I guess this is to be expected for this touristy location.
(1)Catherine W.
We visited here twice on our New York City vacation. Conveniently located within walking distance from our hotel, we tried this based on our hotel's recommendation. Enter this restaurant and be transported to a French bistro in France - kind of. I don't know of any French bistros that serve Japanese food, but everything, from the bustling waiters to the European dressed clientele (NOT California casual) makes the diner feel they could actually be in France. (If only the floors were totally covered in that black & white tile). We were greeted warmly and seated promptly. Our favorite dish(es) were, the kobe beef sliders (pay extra for cheese slices of your choice) made to order and extremely yummy, accompanied by very good french fries, the beet salad (split 3 ways was just perfect), and the sea scallops with truffled mashed potatoes (Saturday night special) had us using the french fries to sop up all of the delicious sauce! Oh yum! At the suggestion of one of our waiters, Randy, we indulged in the oreo beignets (According to her they were "life changing"). I don't know if I would say they were life changing, but if you slather the vanilla ice cream on each bite, they are pretty good and decadent! Randy, our waiter the first night was WONDERFUL! Accomodating and friendly; she informed us of the "don't miss" items on the menu and even split our salad three ways when we didn't even ask for it like that! The waiter we had the second day, not so much, he was kind of New York rude and disappeared completely the second half of our meal; we had a tough time getting our bill in the end. Although we love Japanese food, we passed on the Japanese offerings at this restaurant because the sushi was very high priced. That being said, this is a great place to eat while on vacation. The ambience is lively and the food is very good! Being out of towners and relying heavily on the wait staff to guide us through our choices, our experience was a bit uneven, but if we are ever in NYC again, we would go again!
(3)Terry P.
Nothing fresh - pastries were warm on the outside until you touch the inside which was still frozen. The toast that come with the breakfast dish was not made to order as it was not hot and stale. The cream that came with the coffee had gone bad with hardened cream floating around. The eggs felt they have been sitting on the plate under the heat lamp. The only reason for the two star was our server was very nice.
(2)Andrew S.
I went here for lunch one day this past week and my experience here was average and I am not sure I would come back. I ordered the Turkey burger and my client ordered the regular cheeseburger. He was happy with his meal but it is pretty difficult to screw up a cheeseburger. The Turkey burger was okay but a little dried out. The Fresh Avacdo made up for it a little. Depending on what you order the prices here can be ridiculous. Turkey Burger was $15 and didn't come with fries. Cheeseburger was $16 but came with fries. The thing that was mostly disatisfying here was the hostess. I expect a certain amount of rudeness from the wait staff simply because it is New York but I don't expect to be treated like a second class citizen by the hostess when I want a table. This is especially true since this was a business lunch Even my client (who is gay) said he thought the woman was a "dick hater" lol My client normally loves everyone so for him to speak up was a good indication of how we were treated. Service was a 2 star...food 3 star so I am giving them the benefit of the doubt and going with a 3 star rating here. I would recommend checking out one of the other great places in this area before coming here.
(3)Marissa S.
Very odd scene here. It was a quieter setting that my friend and I were looking for - to sit at the bar, have a glass of wine, chat, and not have a crowd up against us. They had all their doors open which I thought was nice, until I got a wiff of the disgusting cigar smell from two doors down. I could not imagine trying to eat a meal while smelling that. I could barely get my wine down. My friend actually gave her wine back she was so disgusted. The bartenders are apparently low class which was surprisingly because they really didn't look like it. There was some middle aged moron next to us who was so drunk that he was lifting his shirt and walking around showing his chest off like he was in some college loser video. The bartenders laughed and said nothing. The drunk low life proceeded to take his shirt off and hang out bare chested! The staff didn't even notice. Really?? People are eating quiet dinners all around this guy and you are letting this take place? Really?? Disgraceful and sad really. Not to mention the middle aged couple on the other side who were making out to the point that I thought they were about to create a baby on top of the bar. Nauseating experience.
(2)Terry C.
one of my favorites
(5)evan r.
3/5 stars for me here. I suppose "A-OK" is fair in my book. As part of a group of 4 we had an event in the area and walked over about slightly before 8:30. We were seated right away, which I was surprised by, b/c the place was packed. The service was good and our waiter did a good job. The tables were pretty on top of each other, which I am never a fan of. I felt as though both tables on either side were very much a part of our conversation, which is awkward. The food didn't take long to come out, which was nice. The portions were massive. Literally massive. We could have ordered 2 main courses and fed 4 people. As a table we shared 2 pasta dishes, chicken pallard and chicken milanese. The food was good. Not knock your socks off, not bad, which was fine. The wine list was a bit expensive and the overall meal was overpriced in my opinion. All in though, given the area and the proximity to Central Park and tourists, I think that is to be expected. Until next time....
(3)Cathy A.
Solid classic cocktails and a wide variety on the menu to please any taste.
(3)Jodi W.
I likes this place. Very upscale restaurant. I love the food, loved the atmosphere and service was excellent. I'm defiantly coming back!
(4)Tom C.
Pricey but delicious. Honey Bunny and I had breakfast here. We were heading to the Brooklyn Diner when she looked over and said, "This looks good. Let's try here." We decided on a table outside and started our morning. She loved her chocolate skone while I barely managed to finish a huge egg white omelet and a side (6 slices) of bacon. I'm never going to lose weight eating like this. The service was excellent and our coffee cups were never empty for long. Sitting outside and people watching over a wonderful breakfast on a gorgeous NY morning. It doesn't get any better than this! Go and enjoy!
(4)Jacqueline B.
I came here for Restaurant Week and at first glance, the place looks very classy and upscale so I thought I was in for a treat! Boy was I wrong. The only reason I am giving this place two stars is because the beef tartare I had as an appetizer was pretty delicious and well prepared. Maybe it came out so good because there's no cooking involved? either way, it was pretty delicious. Also, the cocktail i ordered, some peachy concoction, was on point. Other than that, I was not impressed at all. For the entree, I ordered the steak medium rare. The first steak I received was so well done, it was black and ash was practically falling off of it. Naturally I asked them to bring me what I had actually ordered and guess what they bring me? A cow thats still moving! It was soooo rare, I couldnt eat that either. By that time, I was just annoyed so I didn't want to send my food back for the second time. The dessert was ehh..they called it a cheesecake and lemme tell you, I dont think these people have ever even seen a cheesecake before if they thought what they were serving was a cheesecake. it wasnt bad. it just wasnt a cheesecake. The service was NOT awesome. There is such a thing as being too attentive. For example, if i am about to put more food in my mouth, it's probably not the best time to ask me if i'm done with my food and try to take my plate away. Ummm..obv im not done if im STILL EATING. all of the waiters were hovering and watching and waiting and it was very annoying. I felt like i had no privacy because there was someone watching me eat so they can clear the plate as soon as i took a second breathe. All in all, i would not return here, especially not if i had to pay full price for the food i received. Is that why it was mediocre?? If a restaurant wants to hand out crap just because its Restaurant Week and theyre only getting $35 for dinner (which comes out to $60 anyway if you have a drink and tax and tip), maybe they shouldnt participate in it at all.
(2)Allison F.
We went there on Sunday for brunch. It was packed and said the wait is only 20 minutes so we bellied up at the bar which was also busy. The bartenders were quick and very nice,after 10 minutes a table was ready for us. The server was nice and was on point. I ordered the burger with blue cheese and it SUCKED. It was so dry and hard that I could have brought to a Rangers game and they could have used it as a hockey puck!! Let's say that "Top Chef Kids " cook better burgers then what I had. The fries were good. The people I was with ordered the braised beef benedict that looked awesome and tasted even better.Note to self....order anything besides the burger. I might go back and give it a second chance but not on a Sunday.
(2)Bill S.
Our server set a new level for poor service. He led off by pushing our table out of his way(while we were seated, no less) without so much as an "excuse me". This was followed up by a total disregard for our requests regarding our order. This may be a management issue as one of the requests was for tea instead of coffee, which could not be done. The waiter never returned to our table until I requested the bill. Totally inattentive. The food was fairly good, but unfortunately the server spoiled the meal for us.
(1)Kelly C.
when they say category: French and japanese.... they mean french and japanese SEPARATELY ... its not fusion, no blending, no criss-cross....its like those japanese places with chinese dishes on the side? yea that's what it was except with french lol i picked the place because it was 2 blocks from the apt and i was set on getting steak frites anywayz lol o man.. i was a little disappointed, the quality of the steak was... meh. i got so tired of chewing the steak, i just started eating the fries more cause i was hungry, the fries were delicious tho, soft on the inside, crispy on the outside, in the end i just gave up trying to chew the steak... it took more energy to chew than taking in energy... my mouth is still a little tired.. i just want soft ice cream so i can swallow w/o chewing lol other than that, the place is nice, the prep for the steak was good just the quality was disappointing... tho next time i would probably go with classic steak frites instead of the steak au poivre (which is covered in peppercorn) the waiter wasn't kidding, it definitely was a "strong taste"
(3)Massimo P.
Dependable midtown West spot for lunch (never been there for dinner). As all French places, a bit overpriced, but good food and good ambiance for a business meal.
(3)Little L.
Was there yesterday for the first time, for my boyfriend's birthday. I must say that I loved this place. GREAT food, and an amazing service. Our server was Steven and he was great, made the whole experience so much better. All his recommendations were absolutely great, starting from the wine till the desert. We actually had a toast for him too :) It's a bit pricey but was worth every penny. Will definitely visit more from now on.
(5)Bob G.
I would give them 3.5 stars for food, but the service staff was so nice I give them 4 stars. Lots of people here during Christmas holiday, but they managed to turn out very solid meals in timely fashion. Their old fashioned cocktail is delicious, and for that alone I would come back. Service was really quite good considering we were there on a Saturday night at height of holiday season. This is not the most amazing food experience you will ever have, but Rue 57 seems to get all the little details right and with a very friendly attitude. Don't go expecting the moon, but do expect to be served good food with nice service and a manager who cares. It's crowded for a reason.
(4)Sepi A.
I ordered the Kobe beef sliders which were cooked just like I asked. The only complain was the service. The waiter didn't bring our drinks till after our food arrive.
(3)Taiyo O.
This place use to be O'neals way back when I had an apartment on 58th & 6th Ave. I often came to meet my friends after their work. There are enough reviews that I don't need to add but few I thought it might be useful. Their dishes are huge but they nicely spit half into two plates for you like Sant Ambroeus in the village. Honestly, If I was the one to choose place to eat in this nabe with my out town family (group of 6), I would choose busy but fast turn around and offers many diffident kinds of foods including Sushi like here, I would take them to The Plaza Food Hall. Easy, casual and there is always something for someone.
(3)Yanni Z.
Okay, I'm sorry, but maybe I'm a bit weird for wanting bang for the buck when I'm trying new restaurants in the city. This is definitely not the place. I went here because the place my friends chose to meet at closed early so we tried to find the nearest restaurant and this happened to be it. I just think this place is pretentious and over-priced. First of all, having lived in Maui for some time, I can say that I'm incredibly suspicious when French food is offered along WITH sushi. What???? Of course, I should have been even more suspicious when I walked by a plate filled with salmon sashimi on toast. TOAST! That's just wrong. So anyway, here's the deal. The place is a bit snobby. That's all fine if you'd get your bang for your buck. Not the case here. I ordered the salmon sashimi platter, which is around 17 bucks. Literally, the plate had four slices of tiny sashimi. WHAT??? Of course, they bring a plate of edamame but again, they charge you extra for that. By the way, the waitress didn't even tell us about the extra charges. My friends didn't want to ask (because they thought it was tacky), but come on, the waiters should ALWAYS let you know about extra charges. That's just being professional and service-oriented. My friend who ordered the Kobe burger got charged an extra 1.50 for two disturbingly red tomato slices. Um, hello, should've let us know ahead of time! The one good thing is the water-pouring service. They were quick and consistent about that. But I wouldn't come back here again. I don't mind shelling out money, but it'd better be worth it and not for a few paltry slices of salmon sashimi drowned in soy sauce.
(2)William W.
This is an excellent well priced attractive Restarunt. The service is excellent. This may sound silly but the chicken noodle soup was excellent. The menu ranges from basics like the chicken soup to sashimi. All of our group of 7 enjoyed their meals. It is located at a busy intersection so will always be full.
(4)Caroline S.
The food and service were exactly what was expected from a midtown "bistro." My beet salad was the best thing I ate all night. Everything else was a little bit salty. The truffle fries were not out of this world. The grilled asparagus we had on the side was also quite delicious. So, the food that was simple and straight forward was wonderful. Everything else was a little too rich, salty, eh...
(3)Jin Y.
It was packed on Friday night, I highly suggest making reservations and get there on time because they WILL cancel your reservation. The decor is really nice and yet casual. For me the Kobe burger stands out the most. It's just so adorable, 3 mini burgers with a side of pomme frites (French term for fries). Did see that there was sushi on the menu but I was skeptical ordering sushi from this place. We ordered a few other dishes and drinks, everything was well prepared. Don't forget to take some matches on your way out.
(4)Meghan M.
Not really worth it but a nice stop for a drink if you can get a seat at the bar. Here's my experience summary: - The 10 minute wait was over 40. Thank goodness for good company! - The ambiance was lovely. - The food (dover sole and the scallops special) was expensive and just so-so. - The service was okay but nothing great. And honestly, I can't think of another word to write about Rue 57. I suppose that's rather telling.
(2)Lauren H.
I am torn about the star-amount I should give here. Let's just ignore the stars and pretend for a moment that I am John Taffer - crazy eyebrow star of "Bar Rescue." Here, Rue 57, I give you invaluable advice that, quite frankly, you should already know. I am interested to know what your labor costs are. I have always enjoyed your food. I had a hanger steak the other night that hit the spot! And that tomato salad! Some of your servers stand out in my memory, as they were so funny and accommodating. I have taken out-of-town guests here. Including my mother! It's the fact that the service is so amazingly inconsistent - especially given that there are just so many of them - borders on comical. Just standing around, scratching their heads, chatting each other up, neglecting their tables. Although, given the length of your ticket times, I guess they just get bored and lose interest. Maybe more BOH? Maybe stagger the FOH? You've been around forever and the rest of your group is successful, so hey - what do I know? Oh wait - that I hate inconsistent service. Good food can only excuse so much. I cannot stand to see an empty glass on a table while my server is literally scratching his head. Ick. You can fix this.
(3)Marielle M.
My boyfriend and I went here on Valentine's Day which I expected to be really chaotic but it took nearly half an hour past our reservation to get seated. The service was a little slow but not to the point where we felt ignored. The mussels dijionnaise and the pommes frites were unbelievably good. The mussels came in a bucket and were very flavorful. The pommes frites were cooked to perfection. I had the rigatoni bolognaise for my entree and it was completely forgettable. Didn't bother with dessert. It's pricey but that can be expected of a place that calls itself a French bistro in NYC. Overall, I'm not sure if I would come back.
(3)Linh L.
I like the atmosphere here. Though for such a nice restaurant I expect it to have spotless clean white napkins. I had the Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup. It has a distinct taste of herbs. Carrots and celery were still hard and quite under cook for my preference. Onion Rings wear good. Nicely battered. Onion didn't broke out of it's casing. Very big. Chopped Chicken Salad was good. The blue cheese didn't taste so bad. I'm not usually a blue cheese fan however the dressing wasn't so potent. Service was good. Not great. A bit slow but still respectful.
(3)Romulus R.
went here during week. nice atmosphere. very new york & charming. sat in lounge area by bar. started with the popcorn rock shrimp. GIANT plate of fried shrimps were quite tasty. also got the steak tar tar which was good enough i'd order it again right now if i had to. for entrees order some sushi & kobe burger sliders. ordered some basic rolls: tuna roll & rainbow rolls. decent portions, fresh, & tasted great. kobe burgers were mini sized & juicy. did the job it was supposed to do. overall had a pleasant time at rue 57.
(4)Emilio R.
I came here for a late anniversary dinner with my girlfriend on a Tuesday, it was busy but not packed. The hostess was friendly and sat us immediately. Once seated our sever took a little while longer than usual to come to the table but he was well worth the wait. His name was Steven C: extremely knowledgeable of the menu, suggestive but not pushy and very professional, polite and attentive. We started off with the W. Coast oysters, which tasted very fresh and delicious in addition to them being very well presented and accompanied by 4 different sauces. For my drink I had the mojito, and as an experienced mojito drinker (my favorite) I can honestly say they make one of the best I've ever had in my life! My gf was also very pleased with their wine and champagne options. For the entree I had the rib-eye, cooked perfectly to my liking and came with a delicious house-made sauce. My gf had the potato crusted salmon which she devoured so I assume it was also very good. Dessert was the best part! We shared a dulce de leche pastry with dulce de leche ice cream on top, and while it was very delicious, it was also served with the words "Happy Anniversary" written in chocolate on the plate! Earlier in the evening my gf had mentioned to our server that we were celebrating and he took the INITIATIVE to have that written on our dessert plate without anyone one of us suggesting it! That made our night. Thanks to our server Steven C, highly recommend him and the restaurant.
(5)Lorelei D.
Great space, friendly servers, great selection of wine and good food.
(3)Alex O.
Sat out side for 15-20 minutes. No service whatsoever. Even after telling the hostess we needed menus. Left the restaurant unserved.
(1)Molly F.
went back today and was not so impressed! here's what we didn't love: - we were given a table that was, how shall i say ... "less than ideal." on the way to was his hands my husband discovers an entire section with at least 5 empty tables and asks if we can please be moved. after a 10 minute discussion the answer is, simply, "no." wtf? why not?? ... just "because." must have been my bad hair day... - husband asks for a large side of au jus with his sandwich. the waiter says he will just bring the small one and it should be fine. my husband says, "no, i'd really like a larger side," ... the waiter again denies his request. we were a bit stunned. after waiting of 30 minutes with no food -- i decided to ask again -- "hey since things are a bit slow, please just bring the large side of au jus" -- he again says "no, the small will be fine." so of course when the food came we had to wait ANOTHER 10 minutes for the large side of au jus while my husbands food got cold -- and we were charged for it! - waited for lunch for over 40 minutes after ordering. weren't offered bread, no water refills, my soda didn't come until AFTER the food was served, had to ask three times for salt, the waiter seemed like he was confused about the whole process of, "we order things -- you bring them," ... it was loud and my fries were cold. - maybe i'll only come here during off hours in hopes of a better try.
(2)Jaime B.
Very pricey, slow service, nice atmosphere, okay food. A good place to try, maybe during slow hours. My friend, husband, and I were headed to MoMA, and we wanted a bite to eat. As we were walking, we saw Rue 57 and decided it was as good a place as any to grab lunch. Once inside, I felt a little weird because I was dressed casually, and many of the patrons and staff were dressed more formally. But as we dined, we saw more people in casual clothes arrive. The place seems to attract both businesspeople and tourists. Sort of a strange mix. We waited about ten minutes for a table. They do ask that you wait at the bar, which was okay, but made us feel a bit like we had to order a drink. Once we got to the table, we were offered our choice of water and had to wait a few more minutes before putting in a drink order. Then we had to wait several more minutes before ordering food. This restaurant has a mix of French and Japanese fare, which always strikes me as odd. None of us ordered off the sushi menu. My husband and I opted for salads, while my friend got a Cuban sandwich. When we ordered, the server asked if we wanted bread, and we said yes. But that bread didn't come unitl we requested it after flagging down our server after receiving our food. If you can't bring the bread on time, don't offer it. Our salads were okay, nothing really special. My friend loved her sandwich; she said it was amazing. They forgot to bring out her truffle fries on time, but they were worth the wait. The truffle fries are incredible; they are actually served with a bit of truffle on top, in addition to the oil they're cooked with. So good. The service was slow and mostly inattentive. Our server was nice, but he didn't come by much. I don't know if he had too many tables at one time or if that was just his serving style. Either way, it could have been better. The restaurant stayed busy, and they packed people in like sardines. If you're a party of two, you just might be seated right next to another table and feel like you're at a four-top instead of a two-top. All in all, Rue 57 is pretty good. But the prices are really high considering the level of service and the quality of the food. I'm more than willing to pay top dollar, if the food and service are worth it. This didn't fit the bill. This is a place I'm not likely to visit again, but it was an okay experience to have.
(3)Jonathan D.
Rue 57 is a hip vibrant french bistro that has a wide menu and great atmosphere. We had an excellent waiter, Whit, who knew his stuff, gave us good advice and took care of us. To drink, I had the blue point toasted lager, which was excellent. My wife had the Rue 57 which was a little sweet for her taste (muddled berries, prosecco and some liquer). We arrived late so had an order of the truffle fries to start and then went straight to the mains. My wife had the Chicken Scalappini which she loved. The chicken was very thin but not breaded. I went with the kobe sliders which were awesome. I might go without cheese next time to give the beef more focus though the american cheese was tasty. My fries had were a bit less well done compared to the truffle fries which was perfect. For dessert, I had to go with the oreo beignets. Oreos in tempura batter fried with some vanilla ice cream. Normally, the oreo is not my favorite cookie but if you look either oreos or donuts, this is the dessert for you. My wife had the chocolate cake with raspberry layers. She really liked it but it was enormous. Either dessert is good for sharing. If you want a quicker dinner, want a lot of options or are looking for a later meal, Id highly recommend Rue 57
(4)Gil R.
We had the kids with us when we decided to choose this place for dinner on a Saturday night. Initially didn't think it looked "kid friendly" but there were a few "little ones" eating there so we went with it. The outside tables definitely helped with space for our umbrella stroller and kids bag. Wait staff was very good. Head waiter was very knowledgable about the menu and recommending certain dishes. Support staff was attentive and prompt. The place was busy but our head waiter still managed to come by regularly to "tend our table" which helped us focus on our two toddlers. Food was very good here. We got the scallops (very tasty and well presented) and the chicken paillard (very good taste with the couscous). Kids got kobe beef sliders and a chicken cutlet (cut to look like chicken strips). These would have been good for adults! Of course they mostly ate the amazing pomme frittes but I couldn't fault them for that. I'm able to say that the sliders are very good too! Prices are on par for mid town Manhattan so it wasn't cheap but it was a great mix of adult ambiance and time with the kids. Overall I would recommend.
(4)Paula A.
The food here is very nice and the service was great. Ask to be seated in Daniel's section if you want extraordinary service, he went above and beyond to fix our wobbly table, ensure our food came out properly and give us prompt attention during a busy time in the restaurant. We will definitely go back.
(5)Lisa G.
I was really hoping to like this place, but it ended up being average. Fries were okay, burger was okay. It was pretty juicy, but I just wasn't wowed. I liked the lemonade as well -- it was okay. Simply put, it was extremely average. The tab for me and my folks was under $70, so I guess that's not too bad for three people for lunch. But again, it was just average fare. Next time I go (if I go again), I'd probably try the blueberry pancakes.
(3)Nastya M.
Went to the place when we were visiting NYC. The food is amazing! Main dishes are unique and full of flavor and dessert is outstanding! The problem with the place is the service! Isn't not what you would expect from the place like this. Some waiters act like they own a place and you should be thankful they are serving you. If you ask for anything like water refill, it takes forever to get.
(3)Jiggly B.
Came for Brunch Croissants for the table- no Beet salad - good Blueberry pancakes- soggy Decent but would not repeat
(3)Rose W.
Went to Rue 57 for brunch on a Sunday - and the place was packed! I made an 11:30A reservation and was accidentally late by 10 mins ... and my table was given away. Even so, I was prompty seated. I had the Kobe mini burgers for appetizer, cooked medium-rare. The sliders were quite juicy and delicous - especially accompanied with tall and crispy frites. I was a bit skeptical about ordering sushi from a non-Japanese joint, and had the apple crepes for bunch. The crepes were good, but almost too sweet for me. As always, looking around at what others were eating, most people seemed to have ordered off of the standard brunch menu. Another plus - the restaurant played good eighties music!
(4)Scott C.
Good service, good food.
(5)Shaya B.
Don't even look at the menu, first order the Kobe Beef Sliders!!!! I came here for lunch on Sunday and it wasn't too packed as a lot of people have complained. I made a reservation and was seated immediately. I ordered the Kobe Beef Sliders, obviously and had them rare to medium rare, they simply melt in your mouth. I am so mad that I don't live in New York and can't eat them every day. I had a sashimi piece of white tuna which was clean, fresh, and delicious also. I followed that up with the Osaka Roll and Yokohama roll. I hated both, I probably ate two pieces only from each. The spicy miso sauce on the Osaka Rull is really off-putting and the Yokohama roll tasted like a circus going on in my mouth (i know cryptic but order it and you will see. The reason why this place still deserves 5 stars is below.... When the waitress cleared my plate she asked me if I wanted a box for the sushi, i mentioned that I didn't enjoy the sushi but thanked her. In no way did I ever ask for some sort of discount. 30 seconds later the manager was over and apologizing for me not liking the sushi. He mentioned that he would be removing both rolls from my bill. I insisted that it was unnecessary and that I would gladly pay for everything I ordered he refused and the waitress returned with a bill for just the sliders, white tuna, and coffee. I ended up tipping her 50% out of gratuity. I would return to Rue 57 in a heartbeat and applaud their customer service.
(5)Kiki Kelly H.
I would give it 3.5 stars. 4 for the food. 3 for the service. Food: Considering we all ordered from the Restaurant Week menu, the food was good. Four choices to choose from for both appetizers and main course, two for dessert. We tried to order one of everything and were pleased with the food. However, we like to think Restaurant Week as a time for restaurants to show off their best/most interesting dishes, and each were rather subdued. Service: After quickly hearing the specials and telling our waiter to give us a second to decide on food, he dashed off before we could order drinks. He didn't return for quite a while, and there was no way to wave to anyone as the atmosphere seemed pretty hectic. After ordering, two of my friends' appetizers arrived before our drinks. A few minutes later, the drinks arrived...and a few minutes after that, my appetizer came. Odd. We all were served our entrees at the same time, at least. When it was time for dessert, our orders came wrong (and when we pointed it out got a "humph" rather than apology). All-in-all...we understand it's Restaurant Week and you're trying to get tables in and out...but we felt entirely too rushed and that the whole meal-timing was uncoordinated.
(3)Natalia O.
We were there for brunch on my birthday, and had a nice enough meal all around. Service was a bit slow, and food wasn't excellent, but OK enough. Portions are huge, so come hungry!
(3)Jeff B.
Try their grilled cheese sandwich...it was very good and was unique.
(5)Michelle P.
Great location. I'm sure the food is good, but since there was a rock in my soup, I really could't eat any more after finding that. Waited too long, service otherwise good.
(3)Laura A.
If I don't have another option I could order again the lobster, corn and potato hash served with two eggs and béarnaise sauce, even knowing that lobster could be easily omitted, in fact is almost like that, and its mostly a grain corn party with 2 poached eggs on the top which I'd point out are very good cooked. I wonder if the excuse for the lobster absence is the successful $16 lobster deal at Essex on Wednesdays.. Anyways, I'd order an omelette but not the one with 3 three cheese (munster, swiss and cheddar) since those doesn't match very well for me, it doesn't looks very attractive and is too heavy; heavy and big. Very big. The side pomme frites with ketchup are ok.. and flaccid. The classic fish soup is something not remarkable as well. Fish was abundant tho, but the soup is a little greasy and flavor wise wasn't very tasty. The Japanese side at Rue 57 is also questionable under my view. The fish was fresh but if I order sashimi is because I'm pretty happy with raw food, needless to be served swimming in soy sauce, kind of salty also, that kill all the flavor. So, no more yellowtail sashimi with jalapeño, even I liked the presentation, and no more sashimi Hotate (sea scallop) orders, that came as Sushi and it was just ok... well a $5 micro-ok. I'll definitely order any dessert. Maybe I'd skip the "real food". Me and others, since the size is enough to share. The warm apricot-cherry (there was cherry? ) cobbler with cherry ice cream was delicious and enough for 3. I was told the warm chocolate valrhona cake with white chocolate ice cream is awesome. I'd skip the coffee to help me with the dessert or wake me up. At least looks like I can easily get a table. Crazy Crowded, however, I don't know how, we wait just 2 min before to be seated without any reservation. And more things to remember, Don't get brunch downstairs. Its good for dinner, tho. And be ready to deal with the 5th Avenue-hyperexcited tourist... hey, nothing against them. I was one once (or twice) but you know what I mean. Be care also of the speedy waiters running around with huge trays. And the portable air conditioner machine that could be close to your table in the floor level. I had my coat on for a while. If I don't have another option... ...which being in NY just wondering why I'm not gonna have others for brunch
(3)Elizabeth L.
Had to pick a brunch place that was nearby and convenient for my party, so we settled on Rue 57 and I kept my mouth shut -- I am very, very wary of places that serve hamburgers and sushi. Maybe I should have said something. My omelette was the most bland thing I had ever tasted. I didn't even taste egg, literally. That's pretty bad. Friends didn't complain about their dishes, so again, I kept my mouth shut. The view was nice, the service was decent, and the company was exceptional, so two stars.
(2)Garen A.
The food and drinks are good. the atmosphere is good. I like Rue 57, it just isn't a head turner anymore. I have been here many times, and have always enjoyed it, however there are so many like it that sometimes a smaller version of the big manhattan restaurant is preferable. I have to say that the last time we were there Masha, our waitress was great. Would have preferred to give 3.5 stars.
(4)Charles W.
This place is just okay. It is in a good location for midtown lunches. You can find much better french food in the city in this price range but I go here sometimes out of convenience especially if you want to do shopping on fifth ave
(3)Liz F.
Met a friend from CA here for lunch today and, meh... Not great, not bad either. Just meh. Of course, today was a beautiful day in NYC and we were lucky to score a table next to the window/doors which were closed. After being seated, drinks served and a hovering waitress, the hostess came over and decided they needed to open said doors. We had to move the chairs, table and ourselves in the middle of a packed restaurant - awkward!!! Really? It couldn't have waited for the table to turn? Waitress was very good but when I go to what I assume (shame on me!) is a French restaurant, I expect the menu to reflect that. Not here. The menu was all over the place from sushi to omelettes and everything in between. To me, that usually means nothing is great and since we can't figure out what we want to be we'll be everything to everyone and not excel at anything... My butter lettuce salad with grilled chicken was okay, pommes frites were kind of soggy and my friend's tuna salad were all adequate - best part of my meal was a decent cup of coffee to finish the meal. I really didn't get why there was such a crowd waiting to get in when we left. 2 1/2 stars is real rating from me...
(3)Alex G.
Great brunch place a block from central park. The salmon omelette is my favorite. The Blood Mary is awesome. As fresh as can get. Has a nice combination of spices. The restaurant is big and has a downstairs if the main floor is packed so I have never waited more than 15 minutes to be seated. I have been here 5 times. I have taken different friends visiting me for the weekend 3 times and all 3 times they loved it. The service is exceptional and the food comes out quickly. My favorite brunch place in NYC.
(5)Sam F.
Came here on a late weekday night with the GF. The vibe is ok, kind of like a "wanna be" brasserie, I didn't get the full brasserie feel. It has a big open feel which I'm usually not a fan of. I ordered the steak frites medium rare. It came out perfectly cooked with delicious French fries. I enjoyed the steak and fries. The service was great our waitress was very nice. I enjoyed this dinner as much as one could enjoy a late dinner on a Monday night. Good restaurant, nothing to write home about, but if you are in the area and need a consistent spot, Rue would be a good choice.
(3)Coty S.
I had an excellent experience here, but I can completely understand how things could go wrong quickly. Since I was here with good people and was able to sample different items, it was great. They get so crowded and the seating arrangements can get a bit awkward to say the least. I went to dinner here with people from work and one of my co-workers had to get up every five minutes to let someone walk around her. I felt really bad for her, but the place was so crowded that we could not move. Why do all of these American style restaurants try to serve sushi? It is just wrong and I do not recommend it, plus it is more overpriced than the real thing from a Japanese restaurant. I really liked the cooked seafood dishes, and the steak was not much to write home about. The mashed potatoes were excellent, but you can get those almost anywhere. Average price of an entrée is about $30.00. Most drinks are $12.50. Places like this have too many selections from all over the place, so they cannot just specialize in one thing. That just makes the quality suffer on most of the items. My favorites that were cooked perfectly- were any of the seafood items (miso sea bass specifically or the scallops on special). Avoid the Sake-tini, it was gross.
(3)X V.
Surprisingly, the sushi was quite good at this French "with sushi" restaurant. Service was good and ambiance was "alive". Accommodated our children nicely. Would definitely recommend.
(4)Jim C.
This was recommended by a bartender at the Plaza. We had a training waiter, so the service was so-so, he refilled my beer glass with water. (they should have 2 different glasses!) My daughter and I ordered the Kobe sliders, medium. Sent back once because they were rare at best, second time they were still not even medium rare. Fries were luke warm 1st time, 2nd time they were better. My wife had the scallops and they were good, a little dry-overdone? With all the choices in town, I'd say avoid this one.
(2)lawrence r.
Dropped in there last Sunday, without a reservation, for brunch, about 10:45 AM. Restaurant about 2/3 full. We were told to wait in bar, would be seated in 5 minutes. At that time I would say there were 15 tables vacant- clearly visible. we were a party of 3. Hostess came to bar and informed us we would be eating downstairs. We were take downstairs to a cavernous dining room, in which we were the only diners. Not only that, but we were taken to the farthest, darkest corner in that room, almost a cavelike corner. I asked the waitress if it were possible to place us even further from the front door or is this as far as we could possibly be taken. She replied that yes it was the farthest so I told her I was being sarcastic - she didn't get that i was displeased. After being seated I very loudly spoke to my friends that evidently we didn't look rich enough for the main floor, or that maybe we were being exiled because we were a group of three gay men ( all white collar professionals). Eventually the employee who had been responsible for our seating came down (not at my request) and addressed me informally by my first name and asked if I was unhappy. I said yes, extremely, that I wanted to be on the main floor. She said they had "lots of reservations". Yeah, right. We were given three stale, cold chocolate croissants - i guess as atonement? Who knows. When we left (breakfast for 3 with tip about $75, thank you very much), the main floor restaurant still had numerous empty tables. The worst kind of NY City restaurant snobbery and abuse of out of town visitors. Would never go back. Food not that good anyway and horrendously over priced.Avoid this place.
(2)Sonya T.
I was in town for a work trip and we had our big group dinner at Rue 57. I'd been curious about this spot for a while, as I've seen it the numerous times I have been to work, so I was pretty excited to come here. We had our own private room downstairs, so no need to mix in with the rest of the folks. First thing that caught my eye was the decor - our private room had round tables all over the place with a bar in the corner, it was a unique room so the table I picked was in the corner but didn't feel like we were on display to everyone. We had a pre-set menu which consisted of an excellent salad and what was probably some of the best crusted salmon I had in my life! I don't even remember dessert too much (I was a victim of the open bar, ha) but it was really really tasty, I do remember that. Really appreciated the service we had, lots of staff serving us and ensuring our wine glasses were filled (despite our close proximity to our private bar). The next time I am in New York, I want to come back to try the breakfast. I had coworkers raving about how good it was, so now my interest is piqued.
(5)Rick F.
Near the Hilton within walking distance! Friends recommended it! East Coast Oysters were excellent! Chicken Scallappini with Spinach and Potatoes w/a white wine lemon caper sauce umm, umm good! Washed it all down with a very crisp and refreshing French Sancerre Friends had the French Onion Soup and Sea Scallops Special of the day and loved it!
(4)Pascal D.
Great place for fun lunch with co-workers. Had the kobe burger with fries and the best chicken and noodle soup I ever had. Service was efficient and unceremonious. Also been there a few times after work for drinks, only remember the classy grown-up crowd.
(3)Robert F.
Have only eaten there twice. The atmosphere was good, the food average, the server....less than stellar. With all the choices in Midtown, there are many better places.
(3)Salena M.
came here for lunch - busy hustling place and a wide range of age groups. The place was fairly pretty during the holidays. I found it odd to see sushi for a place that I thought would be a French bistro. So, I pass on the sushi and went for the skirt steak which was delicious. However, the sides (boiled whole large and it's not those tiny red ones, potatoes) Also, it came with a scallion stalk. Talk about keeping those vegetables intact! I was disappointed with the non-adventorous side veggies but the skirt steak came through. My co-workers enjoyed the steak au poivre. In summary, beef so far at this place you can't go wrong. However, prices seem overpriced for what you get.
(3)Stella Y.
This is our go to spot when the wait at Norma's is too long (which is practically every time you wanna eat there). Nonetheless Rue is an awesome brasserie with an eclectic menu. It's always been a reliable brunch spot for me on the weekends - energetic and bustling but the service isn't compromised. They have something called The Hangover and it consists of all your breakfast favorites. The reuben here is exceptional and the fries that come with are to die for! Salads are hearty and fresh. I'd stay away from the banana pancakes though - they're a little lame! Especially if you're craving the kind of decadent stuff they have at Norma's. At Rue, banana pancakes are plain and simple pancakes with a few slices of bananas on top. Not really innovative. My fave dish would have to be the lobster, corn and potato hash. Yum!
(4)Mike S.
i went there tuesday with my two friends, we had a great experience. The sushi was amazing. Its a great place to go during the winter season. try the warm mushroom salad.
(5)Betty Ming L.
Oh, this place was so lovely, so civilized. Perfect for a ladies' pre-theater Sunday brunch. The idea of a French-Japanese menu worked for us. We went early (noon) which was an excellent strategy because this place fills up very fast and gets very noisy. My friend adored her eggs. I had an elegant "Yellowfin Tuna Tartar" appetizer ($14.75). But what made we really happy was the dessert special -- a warm, sweet, cozy bread pudding. Great service sealed the deal. Definitely will have to go back someday.
(4)Wendee M.
We were out searching for dessert after a sumptuous dinner. Yes, I can eat! I shouldn't have mentioned bread pudding because that's probably the hardest thing to find in this part of town. But he was determined. After a few mishaps, our search was over! They serve individual teapots for each person, it was cute but I spilled half of it on the floor because the person that designed the spouts did a horrible job. Anywho, this place had a full dessert menu and wines (but never would've thought you can get sushi here). We ordered bread pudding (duh, of course) and the 10 layer chocolate cake. Both were okay. I think it might be because I had the best bread pudding someplace else so that would always be my standard. The chocolate cake was a lot heavier and thicker than we'd thought it to be. The 2 of us only had about 1/3 of that. The bread pudding was easier to digest, we ate most of it. Well, at least we found what we were looking for.
(3)Jon G.
A business friend and I managed to slip out for a quick drink on a busy work day and found Rue 57. We didnt have time to grab a bite, just a beer. They had an ok selection, but their prices are quite steep. With so many other places of equal ambiance around, I dont see what the attraction is, or why anyone would pay that much. It is a nice place though, I just cant justify going back.
(3)Betsy S.
One of the best meals I've ever had! The scallops and truffle mashed potatoes were heavenly. The service was prompt and friendly, although we did have to wait about 15 minutes before being seated, even with a reservation. Atmosphere was pleasant, noise level not too bad.
(5)Thea M.
Truffle Pomme Frites are heavenly! So so yummy that just thinking about them makes my mouth water. Mediterranean salad with grilled chicken was also delicious---not too much dressing and the chicken was moist. Finished lunch with lemon sorbet that was light and refreshing. Only negative is that it's very noisy and cramped, but it's midtown NYC and we were there in the middle of the lunch rush. Huge plus if you can score an outdoor table when the weather is nice!
(4)Caesar R.
Have been going here for a long time and never reviewed. Standard French Bistro fare at typical NY prices (albeit a little pricey). But I will say, the food is good and you need a table fast, they have plenty even when it is really busy. This is a great spot to take family or out of towners after roaming around the city all day. The service is friendly and there is someone always within ear shot to help out. Have tried lots of things on the menu and even the sushi is pretty decent. I like the typical French bistro/brasserie type of food. Steak and fries, how bad can it be (Don't answer that). They have mussels, steak tar tare, etc. And pretty good fries. Last night I had some scallop dish that was on special. 5 of the largest perfectly cooked scallops I have ever seen. It came with an heirloom tomato salad and some woodear mushrooms. All in all, it was pretty good. Definitely a good spot if you are near central park (The southern end) and want to try something a little nicer than a chain or some random grab and go spot.
(3)Miriam B.
I give this place 3 stars for food. But zero stars for service. We were never greeted by our server. Had to ask someone to wait on us( even though they weren't busy). Had to ask for a menu, to order for drink refills , for the check. Not once did our waiter cone over and see how our meal was. He was some pony tailed guy with a gross nose ring and a bug attitude. We were treated so poorly we chose to have only an appetizer here and walked down the street to the Russian tea room for dinner. What a let down. Yrs ago this was another French restaurant I really enjoyed and the service was amazing. I'm sad to see this new incarnation of french/ fusion restaurant is not as enjoyable. Onto the food. We had the Japonais sushi platter. For 29.00 we got 3 pieces of sushi and two oysters. The sushi was mediocre but the oysters were devine.
(3)Marina B.
Food is nice!but is too little space between tables! my friend didnt like it a lot.. i was ok with this place!pretty nice!
(4)Steve P.
Found this place by chance and they had a restrooms. The place was really crowded but we found a place at the bar. Tried the duck and beef carpaccio with a house red. The duck was tender with a nice crispy skin and the carpaccio was excellent, very tender. This place had a great menu with very reasonable prices. I would definitely recommend.
(4)John N.
Service was fast, efficient and friendly. The food was very bland, especially the French cuisine. Chicken was especially bland, without any seasoning before it was thrown on the grill. Five Guys Burgers and Fries was just around the corner, and I wish we went there instead. That would have been much tastier and cheaper.
(2)MB V.
Extremely disappointed! My sister and I came here for dinner on a Thursday night and this place was packed. I ordered the onion soup and I have to say it was really good. Beside the house bread that they served you and the onion soup, it was just about the only thing on the menu that was excellent. The service was crappy. Our waiter rushed us and not once did he ever came by and asked how was our dinner, etc. We ordered the yellowtail sashimi and the crunchy roll lobster. Both were not good at all. The sashimi looked like ham and it didn't taste fresh at all. The texture did not melt in your mouth like many other real Japanese restaurants. The crunchy roll was not crunchy. Its super small and not worth $19 for 6 small cut pieces. we also ordered the filet mignon and it was just too salty and the meat didn't have the aged factor so it didn't tasted tender. We left this place extremely dissatisfied and the food was not even so-so like many other yelpers had mentioned. The food was very bad and we went in there with an open mind that it could be different because it's French and Japanese fushion. This place does not cut it for us. Save your money as this place is quite expensive and it's not worth it. Dinner for 2 was $103. What a ripe off!!!
(1)Rednikki G.
I didn't want to like this place because it has only one entree for vegetarians...the dreaded Pasta Primavera (it's called something else here, but that's what it is). I liked this place. Great pasta, amazing creme brulee. My other half loved the chicken. There appear to be some disconnects between the kitchen and waitstaff, however. I told the waitstaff I was allergic to corn and could not have it in anything. I received a salad that was PILED with corn. Fortunately, the wait staff was kind enough to take it back and remedy the problem.
(4)Bruce F.
I think Rue 57 sometimes gets an undeserved bad rap from people not knowing what to expect from a "brasserie Parisienne et sushi bar" in mid-town. Yes, it's always crowded and lively (read: loud), but there is something very appealing about Rue 57. I can understand how you'd be disappointed if you were looking for a charming, intimate, quite time, but that's just not Rue 57. The food is solid and the wait staff is efficient. Their blue cheese burger and pomme frites are among the best anywhere. Have not tried their sushi so will withhold further comment.
(4)Kevin K.
Good food for a tourist trap. Haven't attempted the Sushi half, because that scares me at a restaurant like this, but the French part of the menu is pretty solid, if pricy. Still, for this area of town it's better than some of the alternatives. Bread Pudding is a standout.
(3)Rod B.
The service and food are okay. The burger is a bit odd they give a lot of onions but no lettuce or tomato. The duck is way overpriced I never had it because of the price so I don' t know how it tastes and never will. Watch out for collisions with the staff if you try to use the bathroom it is downstairs and they use the same staircase to go up and down. They go up and down quickly. They are good at keeping your water glass full but they took the bread away when our food arrived even though we asked to keep it.
(3)Janet S.
Our server had zero personality and that sadly set the stage for us to be under-impressed. The food was good, but nothing special. For the price, there are way too many awesome eateries in NY to go to a mediocre place like this. And we were crammed in tight, practically sitting with the folks at the tables next to us. They had to pull the tables out from the wall for people to get out.
(2)Veronique L.
Rue 57 is simply a tourist trap. It's at one of the biggest intersections in New York, so it has a prime location. The decor looks very French and inviting, but the food is mediocre and the service was horrible. I tried the kobe beef mini burgers per most other people's suggestions. They were smaller than expected and extremely juicy. What really annoyed me was the wait staff. Our waiter was on auto pilot and paid no attention to our table. I felt like he wanted to rush us out of the restaurant was quickly as possible when he did come to our table. Drinks came after the meal. Water was not refilled. For the prices, serviced sucked.
(2)Liz L.
This restaurant has location going for it, I'll say that. Fifty-seventh on both sides of 5th Avenue is fun and offers excellent shopping and dining, and Rue 57 is right there on the corner of 57th and 6th Ave. I also like the decor inside just fine, and the outside seating looks really appealing. Service is ok, I'd rather see my server more often than I did there but I've really got nothing to complain about in terms of service. I do have a few things to complain about, however: the noise level and the quality of food for the price. The level of noise prevented me from enjoying dinner conversation. And at $34, I shouldn't have to work so hard to cut my steak (although it did come hot and with a delicious butter). I think the food is overpriced, even for midtown (and even for what my father calls "a tourist trap").It could be that I was just there on an off- night, but hey, a single experience can easily keep a customer from returning. I'm not going back there to check it out again.
(2)Alexandra M.
It is expensive... but I thought it was worth it. Very New York-esque. We split a wonderful meatloaf and well-prepaired sushi, and left full and happy. Edgy, romantic, fun. This place gets an A from us.
(4)Laura S.
Love the truffle pomme frites:) Apple crepe is all right. Five star for pomme frites but 3 for apple crepes. That average out to a four. Great ambiance tho.
(4)Ari H.
In midtown the options for a nice brunch are either crazy expensive or Ess-a-bagel. Fortunately, Rue fills this void. Otherwise you'd have to head down to Soho or the meat packing. I know a lot of people find the service to be rude and pretentious, but I'm just going to chalk that up to them being tourists. It is NYC after all. I have eaten here several times and don't find the wait staff to be anything our of the norm for the city. The size of the place makes it feel like it's a tourist trap, but I personally find that they manage to keep the bistro vibe well in tact. And as for the food, while it is certainly nothing to sing about, neither is Pastis or Balthazar IMO. So, if you are in the hood and can't get in to some of the other brunch legends down the street, or simply don't feel like paying over 50 bucks a person for breakfast, then Rue 57 is your place.
(3)Polly P.
The place was not bad. But the food... I didn't like it at all. As to me, paninis at Corner Bakery or Panera Bread are much tastier, than at pretentious Rue 57! The waiter smiled so tense... I thought, he didn't like us, but than I saw, that he smiles that way to everyone. Hmmmm... not so friendly. But I like the atmosphere and the location, of course, is great! So I will give 3 stars anyway.
(3)Karin G.
Good if you are nearby and really desperate for something remotely French that doesn't require a reservation. Otherwise, touristy and overpriced. Nice room downstairs for a large party.
(2)Jay Infamous L.
So for almost 6 years of passing this place while going and coming from work I finally ate here last week and it was definitely worth the wait... Came here with a very special someone and had a fantastic and fun time. (Although I barely remember the last few mins of when I was here cause I was already kind of intoxicated...lol). But I DO remember that I had the beef spare ribs appetizer, some pea pods and I think some kind of bread...lol. Also had a margarita which added to my intoxication...lol. All as good though. Don't remember too much what my special someone had but she enjoyed what she ate so I am guessing it was good...lol. What I like the most about the place is that the host and waiters are very, very courteous and being that it was kind of late and how crowded it was that night I really appreciated it. We were sat in a corner area near a window and had plenty of maneuver room so it made the experience even better. The ambiance is upscale but friendly...even others that were eating enjoying there night out offered to take pics of me and my special someone so that made the night even better. Only drawback is that Rue is on the pricey side but that is expected for an upscale restaurant right around some very expensive shopping areas so can't really complain too much about that but its good to splurge every now and then. Definitely coming here again...enjoyed my experience fully!
(4)Dennis A.
Ahh, how we have all been deceived. Best French fries in ny? Not by a long shot. Best kobe beef? No my friends. Good, not great. Even the bread they initially put out on the table for their patrons was literally burnt and chewy enough to pass for a puppy's teething toy. Perhaps this establishment was once french -now? Mehh, not so much. Overpriced & not really deserving much, if any distinction amongst new york's fine dining establishments. If the check is going to be that expensive, the quality of food should be far greater than that of McDonald's -just a general rule of mine
(3)Gabby F.
I stopped by for a late meal with friends. I was expecting a nice french restaurant with the menu and ambiance to go with the french theme. Boy was I wrong.! Half the menu is Japanese which I found to be bizarre and the restaurant had alternative rock music playing (which I found annoying) The restaurant was so dark that the little votive candle on the table did not really help me read the menu. The waiter was wonderful but his recommendations did not pan out. We ordered the Beef Carpaccio and Osaka Roll (waiter's suggestion) I prefer my sushi cold but this roll was downright warm. It was not bad but definitely not worth the $19.00. I ordered the Steak Au Poivre with pommes frites ( I did walk in to what I thought should be a french restaurant after all) Diners beware: the sauce on this steak will kill you...At the very least you will choke on a unnecessarily large peppercorns at least once. In fact the sauce was so spicy and the allegedly grinded peppercorns so large that it ruins what would be a wonderful steak. The steak itself was a great piece of meat cooked perfectly. Unfortunately between my tongue being on fire and just plain choking on a peppercorn gone awry I did not enjoy the actual meat. My friend who ordered the same steak and is known to eat whole chilies for sport thought the sauce had too much heat. To say the least we passed on desert and just wanted to leave so I could drink a gallon of water in the comfort and privacy of my own home.
(2)Victor A.
I love Rue57. Its a bit pricey..but regardless the food is good. Rue57 to me is a backup place. For when I can't think of anything else, but I don't want to end up eating something i'll regret. I always get the skirt steak. Its a typical French restaurant. Nothing that specifically stands out, but way better than going to apple bees. Oh yeah the the creme brulee is good here.
(3)Nicole C.
I hadn't been here in a looooong time, and this place honestly never disappoints. I had tried their sushi rolls in the past and they are all pretty delicious, the wasabi mashed potato side dish is also worth ordering. I had the goat cheese lamb sliders = everything I want in life. Lamb + Goat Cheese. LOVE the combo. LOVE lamb, LOVE goat cheese. LOVE LOVE LOVE them together. The sauce thing that came on the side was pretty good though not super flavorful but honestly wasn't really needed since the goat cheese itself did the trick. This dish also comes with hummus and pita chips which were okay, the hummus was a little too dry, needed some more olive oil. But overall, YUM! The lobster hash was good, I liked the big chunks of lobster and the potatoes, and roasted corn though there was something missing, and I think I would have preferred maybe the potatoes diced into smaller pieces, or maybe as a mashed potato? Or maybe as a hash brown kind of ordeal? Not sure, good, but there was something missing. This is a great place for a group meal, there are so many options, you can please any kind of palate, even someone who is not a very adventurous eater. Love it!
(4)Mary H.
I'll come into the city sometimes, just to dine here! I loooooooooooooooooove this place so much!! I came here on a freezing cold wintry mix day to get out of the bad weather! Sometimes outside sales can be so tough... This place took my by surprised and knocked me right off of my feet! I got a salad, because o look at me, I'm in the mood for salad.! bla bla bla, my friend got the skirt steak! My salad was very tasty! But I took a bite of my friends steak and my life changed! I got my salad wrapped and ordered myself the SKIRT STEAK!!! OMG THIS STEAK IS A PIECE OF HEAVEN ON A PLATE!!! The steak is tender, juicy, bursting with flavor, sizzling, and just amazing! Topped with a caramelized onion that looks like ah i don't want this, until you eat it, and its like the equivalent of eating an artichoke heart. Your going to fall in love with this dish! I've come here many times, and when I bring someone new, they never listen, they get what they want, and they are always happy with their choice but end up jealous of my steak after a taste test. I've tasted many different dishes here and this restaurant is incredible!!. The menu is so full of delicious choices back to back, but my favorite will always be the skirt steak!!! Check this place out, The city's only brasserie-sushi bar! I promise you, this restaurant will not let you down!! especially after you have tried the wasabi mashed potatoes and the stuffed tomato!
(5)Barbara W.
We were staying in NYC on Christmas Eve. Rue 57 was on the corner. With a reservation we still had to wait 15 minutes to be seated because the restaurant was packed. The menu is varied, including French specialties and Asian such as sushi and sashimi.. We shared edamame. My husband ordered sashimi and saki. I ordered sole and asparagus. Everything was perfectly prepared and presented. The wait service was good. The restaurant was noisy and crowded, but the mood was celebratory on Christmas eve.
(4)Diana R.
I went here with a group of friends for Sunday brunch and it was perfect. They let us make a reservation ahead of time (so convenient!!) and our table was ready and waiting when we arrived. The server was very attentive and friendly and the food was great! They gave us almond and chocolate croissants for the table that were delicious. I had a special - Belgian waffle with fresh strawberry compote, basil and maple butter. My friends ordered the three cheese omelet and eggs benedict and loved both. I will definitely be back!
(5)Baby S.
We went to Rue 57 today for the restaurant week lunch and I was pleasantly surprised. The place was full, so we waited for the table, but were seated within 10 minutes of the arrival. The menu looked promising. I ordered lobster bisque soup, turkey sandwich and cheese cake, my friend had tuna with rice appetizer which is like tuna sushi, chopped chicken salad and ganache cake. The service was very friendly. The portions were large, which was another nice surprise, usually, most of the place give you very skimpy portion if it's "lunch special" Eating next to us was an older gentleman in a wheelchair with his aide. The crew moved the table for them, and were very patient when first he asked a zillion questions about the menu, then proceeded to leave because he did not like anything, yet to come back to the same table and start ordering! They treated him very gently, and I watched very closely to see some hint of frustration on the staff faces and they were just very professional about it.
(4)Michael M.
The variety and quality of the food served here is simply stunning. A friend brought me here for what he described as a French inspired brunch, and I left with a new born love for food. I ordered the Herb Omelet which was hands down, the best that I've ever had. The tastes were perfectly mixed, so it didn't merely taste just like Rosemary chopped into the eggs. The multi-grain toast served with jam was also utterly amazing. And the potatoes, in addition, were also something to write home about. Being the last of the brunch crowd, I was able to see some of there more prominent dishes and themes. **To my astonishment, a plate of exquisitely prepared sushi was served to a table next to me. The Breakfast alone was top tier, and I can't wait for my next opportunity to visit for lunch or diner.
(5)Lori A.
We walked down from the midtown apartment we rented while in Manhattan. We were seated outside right away, which was great because it was a little noisy inside! We ordered a great and affordable bottle of wine and a few appetizers to share (The sommelier was very helpful to find a value bottle). We then ordered two entrees to share as well. They split the entrees for us which was very nice - and for no extra charge. Great outing and lots of good food!
(4)Mark C.
Been here a couple of times. Good food, good service, a bit pricey. Great location. Place hops so dont expect nice and quiet atmosphere. Would go again.
(3)Bart H.
Be careful. Good location, decor, atmosphere, and service; their proprietary Manhattan (cocktail) is a little sweeter than I like, but still was original, and good. BUT -- be careful. This place has clear traces of being a classic old-style, 1960's or 1970's-type, Manhattan tourist trap. They list 3 types of "Steak Frites", so I ordered the one with strip steak -- and, incomprehensibly, they brought it out with no frites! I asked the waiter, "where's the frites"?, and he looked a little embarrassed and said, "well, they don't come with the strip steak." And I pointed out to him -- not wishing to brag here, just telling what actually happened -- that I've eaten and enjoyed steak frites all over the world, and this was the first time anyone has ever served it to me without the frites! And it is clearly described on the menu as "steak frites'! I said to him, rather sarcastically I admit, "well, why not just bring out some frites, and skip the (more expensive) steak part, if that's how you're going to do it?" Anyway -- the server had the decency to be embarrassed at this obvious and stupid attempt to gouge the customers, and quickly brought out an order of fries (not frites -- they appear not to have any French-style frites there at all), and did not try to charge us for it. But still, incidents like this tend to damage, if not altogether spoil, the experience. In addition, when I was ordering, he and I had a conversation about how difficult it is to manage the degree of doneness of a strip steak and how often I've ordered mine, say, medium rare, and had it served at least medium, if not worse; he'd assured me that their kitchen was very attentive to such things and the steak would come out absolutely as ordered -- so I ordered medium rare and, naturally, was served a well-done -- and not particularly flavorful -- piece of meat! So as I say -- many things about the place are nice, but unfortunately the eating experience is not one of them -- or at least, it wasn't for us. I used to go to Manhattan a lot back in the sixties and seventies and the place was full -- especially in the more traveled parts of midtown -- of tourist traps that would fleece all the unsuspecting visitors from who-knows-where -- and this ownership seems to be left over from that time. I think it's probably not unrelated that it's not far from Carnegie Hall. So buyer beware. Next time I'm in Manhattan I won't be eating my steak frites at Rue 57, that's for sure!
(1)kathy l.
It was late and we were hungry. We find this place open, we are seated and given menus, and 5 minutes later the waiter comes over to tell us the kitchen is closing in 2 minutes so we need to order NOW. I had the Chicken Milanese with Yukon gold potatoes, arugula and roma tomatoes. Surprisingly the salad has no dressing, cherry tomatoes, three overcooked dead potato slices. Chicken was very tasty, but $24.95 is excessive for a well-seasoned chicken with nothing edible along with it. One member of party ordered a Blue Moon beer, as he walked by waiter said didn't carry, carried something similar but out of it and then disappeared without asking for any other order. I flagged down later for water and mentioned what he did and he said well we didn't have it! Gratuity added in in spite of receipt which stated that it wasn't . Asked mgr over, he started mumbling about how receipt message about gratuity is only there for people who are from out of the country. Then he didn't come back to handle check and we had to track him down. So, overpriced and rude.
(1)Moe F.
One unsupecting summer afternoon me and my girl friend stroll through central park and into the home of the best steak in the world, at least best skirt steak i ever had. This is not chris ruth's, or lugar's, but i enjoyed it more, ordered the skirt steak medium rare w/ the boiled potatoes and scallions(wish they had, creamed spinach) and from that moment on i was in love!! my girl had the kobe beef slider's which were pretty decent and i enjoyed the fries as well and we had seats on the side walk of good ol' filthy manhattan on a prefect summer day. Try it out and you will thank me later.
(4)shaun c.
DO NOT EAT HERE. "Stacy" - The GM of the restaurant was rude and isn't interested in repeat business. She wants tourist dollars in and out as quickly as possible. I will never go back to this establishment because of her rudeness, disregard for customer comments or common sense. I requested a fast table because I needed to eat quickly and get back to work. I requested coffee, a water and club soda. This was after waiting 7 minutes without any service at all. The drinks were delivered promptly. The inexperienced and young server accidentally spilled some cream on my jacket. No big deal as it was tan and she must have apologized 12 times. Endearing really. I made my order for food. Omelette, with spinach, mushrooms, bacon and sausage. I requested no sides. As in I said "whatever it comes with, I don't want any". It was delivered 20 minutes later with french fries (pomme frittes), I gave them away to the table next to me. The omelette was perfectly yellow, dense and lifeless. Excellent evidence that their eggs are from a ladle, not the shell. It didn't have any sausage, was lacking much spinach and had very little bacon. I've had better omelets at cheap diners. I ate quickly and received the bill. Two coffee refills in the 25 minutes that I sat there. The server also asked if I'd like another club soda, I said yes. They charged me for a second drink. Fine. My own fault for not checking. The bill came. $45. I was charged for two omelets. They should really FIRE this Stacy woman.
(1)David S.
Should have known better than to eat in midtown but it was near the hotel and my coworker was about to eat his arm. So Rue 57 it was. Definitely a tourist place, it is large, noisy and everyone is visiting. The menu is not particularly extensive and is definitely French-themed, I had the steak au poivre frites and my coworker had the boeuf bourguignon. We got a side of spinach for variety, The first warning was the bread, which was not particularly fresh and served with what I think was supposed to be aioli. Except it was the trainee chef version of aioili: runny, separated, oily and tasteless. The steak was ok - not quality, not Denny's but the pepper sauce was runny, salty and bland. The fries were nothing special. The boeuf bourguignon was apparently rich and tasty while being very oily. The side of spinach was supposedly sauteed, but felt lukewarm and soggy, and was bland. We didn't bother with appetizers, desert or wine. So yes it is food, it isn't atrociously expensive, but there's so much better out there!
(2)Stacy L.
Good food, but incredibly expensive. I get it's Midtown Manhattan, but even given that $19-$21 for the salads we ordered seemed a little extreme. We were hungry, though. Service was very good...our server was attentive and friendly, and didn't seem at all impatient that we were just one of two tables he had. It didn't seem like he wanted us to hurry up so he could take a break - we'd arrived about 2, so it was a bit slow. All in all, a good three-star experience. I'd like to go back, but probably when I'm less desperate to eat. :)
(3)Susie T.
We went here for an event hosted by our local University Alumni club. It was a free happy hour, so we really couldn't say no. We were in a separate room located downstairs. They had pretty much every little "appetizer" your could think of, including mini ham and cheese panini's, mini hot dogs, chicken skewers, sushi, mini kobe burgers, veggie dumplings, etc. I can't speak for the actual restaurant, but in terms of hosting a private happy hour, I was satisfied. I would give it 3.5 stars.
(4)Kerri L.
Went there for lunch, the food was ok, but more expensive than it's worth.
(3)Nina S.
I really like having both breakfast and brunch at this little brunch. The bread basket is divine. I always want to eat all of them when I go, but the problem would be that I wouldn't have any room left for the divine brioche French toast. Seriously - if you go here you must get the french toast!
(4)Michael D.
I've only been here for client lunches, but when I'm in this are of town, it's where I think to go for such an occasion. I would highly recommend the salads, and this has probably been said but do appreciate how they don't try to do some french asian fusion thing. They just either roll with French, or Asian. It works. Now, it's usually packed and be prepared to get a little intimate with the table next to you. Also, save your embarrassing conversations for another place and time because I can guarantee the people next to you can hear your every word. Not that it's not loud, because it is, but because you're only 3 feet from them at most. Rue 57 for lunch is always a safe bet. Food is above average, service is very good, and in all honesty, where else you gonna go?
(3)S. M.
I had the steak tartare and the glazed Chilean bass - everything was absolutely delicious. We also shared a plate of cheese, which was also very good. Service was impeccable.
(5)Becky O.
Okay, French and Japanese fusion?! I guess there's a first for everything. I will say that this place is very aesthetically pleasing inside (the layout and decor is serene). Also, it's pretty big! It seemed like the place to be for brunch but we actually were not going there. We were originally headed to a brunch held at a nearby hotel on 57th that my girlfriend knew about. When we got there, they were ridiculously packed and said we'd have to wait 1.5 hrs. We decided to look elsewhere again, wondering the streets of NY looking for a place to eat. We ran across this place. I almost gave them 4 stars because they did provide exceptional service. They were quick. On point. The hostess was very friendly and we were seated w/in 15 min. They also have a large bar where people wait and have cocktails or Mimosas while they wait for a table. Not bad. However, had to drop it to "3" because their food was just not memorable, unfortunately. The place has the decor of an upscale Brasserie but the food quality/taste is not much different than your standard breakfast spot. The coffee was odd too...something with a weird after taste. I didn't care for it. I ordered an Omellette with Spinach and Gruyere. It came with a side of what I thought were french style home potatoes but they ended up being french fries...which, I thought was a bit much with brunch. Anyhow, they were good, just not breakfast/home style (i.e. cut into quarter-rounds, fried, then baked and finished off with parsley). A cool place for brunch if you don't really have any other alternatives where you know you will get A level food. This is closer to B - / C level. Maybe the clue should have been that they sell French food fused with Japanese food and yet they have Burritos on the menu as well. (confused). On the positive, it was cheap. At least what we had was. $21 each w/tip.
(3)Valerie F.
I had lunch here on a busy weekday, and even though it was crowded, the place is big enough that we were seated quickly, and the waiter was extremely attentive and friendly. He actually remembered my friend from the time she was there with a large group, so I also thought that was quite impressive. I got the kobe sliders and fries, which also comes with a small greens salad (that was a nice little surprise). My friend swears by the oysters, she says they are amazing and she gets them every time. Although a little on the expensive side, the food, atmosphere, service and location make this place worth checking out. I highly recommend!
(4)Jennifer H.
New Years Eve here and music by Tony Middleton was an absolute WOW!!!! We had a simply great time at this restaurant. Food was delicious!!!! Lively atmosphere!!!
(5)Adam W.
The restaurant's strange combination of French and Japanese really works well. You can get your fix of some basic French dishes alongside some sushi rolls. This place has a nice ambiance to it. Its dim lighting and close quarters give it a certain romantic vibe and there are some interesting lighting features (I remember a lot of the restaurant had a red tint to it). The food was good, but besides a quite tasty beef carpaccio I ate as an appetizer nothing I had here was too memorable (besides, who doesn't like beef carpaccio?!). The service was good as well, but again nothing spectacular. It's definitely a solid restaurant, but in this price range, there are a lot of other restaurants to try as well.
(4)Melissa S.
My friend took me here and heralded it at one of the best-rated french eateries in NYC. It has a really nice atmosphere, and the music was alternative 00-90's, which normally would have been distracting, but provided an interesting topic of conversation every time a new song came on. Food was DELICIOUS! We ordered the Yellowfin Tuna Tartar appetizer which came with cucumbers in orange/ginger sauce and the beet salad which came with morsels of cheese around it. SO GOOD! For the main course, we ordered the seafood pasta, which came with vegetables and shrimp. It was so delicious, but we could only finish half of it with the shared appetizer and salad from earlier in our stomachs. All in all, it was wonderful, and I will be sure to go again next time I'm in town!
(5)Samantha M.
Great brunch!! Enjoyed myself very much but it's pricey so bring your coins!!!!
(4)Katt L.
The staff was always wonderful and very helpful, but usually very busy. I loved the food, wine and usually met friends there after work.
(4)Annie K.
I've been here probably a half dozen times for lunch and always get the same thing (salad), but it's always good! The veggies are always fresh and I'm one of those people who holds things and changes things, and it always comes out right. Fries are also really good. The servers are generally friendly and never rush you, even when it's packed. We've always had great experiences. The iced tea is great and they always suggest it so you won't forget they have it. Definitely a perfect spot for lunch or dinner if you want good food and don't want to spend too much.
(4)Lisa C.
I've only been here once and it was a few years ago, but i STILL remember their FRENCH MEATLOAF. I remember the mashed potatoes and the deliciously cooked whole shallots that came with the chunk of meat that has this fruit glaze which ties the entire dish together. Rue 57 is on my list of restaurants to hop into next time I am in the city. I couldn't finish the entire dish so I packed it to-go and heated it up for a late night snack. It was still delicioso! MENU: french meatloaf PRICE: ~$25/person fresh's 2 CENTS: the atmosphere is very likable and comfortable to have a great meal with a friend, a significant other, or in a larger group. Make sure that someone at the table gets the french meatloaf. Trust me, you'll regret not trying it.
(4)Stephen C.
This is a great spot for after work, before an event, with friends, etc. The sushi is first class. The bar is comfortable. The drinks well made. The menu is French influenced. I sit at the bar so I have no idea on the service yet. No complaints but nothing to say, "make this your next meal out kind of place." Yet, on the other hand, I haven't had a bad meal yet!
(3)Sam J.
If no one can agree on what they want to eat, this is the place to go. The menu has something for everyone. I went for lunch with my wife. She had a cobb salad and I had strawberry crepes, both were very good.
(3)Inna K.
Thumbs up for good martinis, beef ribs and surprisingly good carpaccio. Thumbs down for greasy fries and clientelle.
(3)Shannon A.
This review is based solely on their sushi. I'm not from NYC, and I was visiting last weekend to take a double decker tour to get the entire NYC Tourist experience. After 2 hours on the bus, I was starving, so I hopped off at the Central Park stop. I was craving sushi so according to my iPhone, Rue 57 was the nearest sushi stop. It was alright...WAY too expensive for what they give you (about $20 a roll during lunch), and I'm sure there are probably better and cheaper places to go in the city but I was starving. I didn't like my waitress either. She wasn't very friendly or attentive and didn't know a thing about sushi, so someone else had to step in.
(1)Leanne W.
Visited Rue 57 for dinner last night and was seated in a cute little corner right next to the outdoor seating. The weather was beautiful and the setting of the restaurant was lovely. We started off with a cold lobster salad and the crispy popcorn shrimp. Amazing. As we moved onto the mains, we tried the sea scallops with mashed potatoes and the chicken scallopini. The portions were very generous. I got so full off the appetizers I could barely finish my entree. A lovely place overall, would definitely visit again!
(4)Templeton M.
This place blew. We went there at lunch and were seated in the basement where they seemed to put all the ppl with children. Our server was absent most of the time and our drinks, two lilet's took 15 minutes. The food was terrible. My cuban sandwich was a fried block of bread and the salads were a cold damp mess. I'm not sure why I'm giving this two stars, maybe because it looked nice from the outside. If you're in NYC, go somewhere else for lunch.
(2)Anita R.
Rue 57 is a good place to have breakfast, lunch or a really late night dinner. The staff are nice, but seems rushed half the times even when it's not that busy. The sushi are a little bit over-priced, especially for the quality, but their entrees, appetizers and desserts are pretty decent.
(4)Patrick S.
The is a fun and excellent place for lunch or dinner. We have eaten at the bar area and on the main floor. We have found the staff to be friendly, helpful, and professional. The main floor does get crowded at dinner, but the service continues to be excellent. The meals have always been very good and the drinks outstanding.
(4)HungryDoberman P.
I usually come to this place whenever I go to New York which is at least 6 or 7 times per year. It isn't the fanciest restaurant in Manhattan but it's reasonably priced (for New York at least) and it's very close to the hotel I normally stay at. My girlfriend and I initially started going there for the crispy rice and spicy tuna appetizer (which incidentally is the best thing on the menu) and ended up coming to dinner here as a result. The first several times I came here I was very impressed with with the quality of their steaks and burgers. They had a gastro pub style blue cheese burger that was very good and an excellent steak. However the last several times my girlfriend and I have come here the quality of the food has started to go down. We made the mistake of ordering sushi from the sushi bar and it was absolutely terrible - the crispy rice with spicy tuna is still great but all the rest of the sushi on the menu we tried was absolutely terrible (no excuse for that). I ordered their burger the next time we came and they turned what was once a great burger into an overpriced P.O.S. They changed the bun from a high quality burger bun to a tiny potato roll that A) tastes like shit and B) is half the size of the burger patty. They also changed the meat from high quality ground chuck steak to some bland frozen ground beef. It was almost like someone in management at the restaurant sat around and thought up all the ways to ruin the perfect burger. The service here is also somewhat inconsistent. There is a guy named Chris who we ask for by name if he's available - he is totally great. Every time he's waited on us he's been attentive and friendly - we usually end up talking to him for like 10 minutes whenever we come in. On the other hand we had some young red headed waitress the last time we were here who honestly treated us like we were invisible. Overall we'll probably continue coming back to this place because the steaks are still good - but I'm somewhat disappointed because this place used to be much better.
(3)H T.
Came here for brunch on Saturday and wasn't that impressed with their menu. Opted for the three cheese omelette and thought it was pedestrian at best. The cocktails were pretty weak and the bellini was one of the worst I've ever had. Atmosphere is cute and we didn't have to wait for a table.
(2)Ty A.
Came to enjoy a nice brunch on a nice day. At first entering the establishment the ambiance gave off and old elegance feel. There was hardly a 5 minute wait time and though the menu wasn't so robust, the taste made up for it. Freshness and savory are what came to mind with every bite. Definitely would go back again, a tad pricey for brunch but no real arguments after considering the totality of the experience.
(4)avi d.
Surprising how positive how the reviews are but its fair and uninteresting brasserie food for the most part and then some unconvincing Japanese food Other than the general schizophrenia of, what is this place trying to be, Japanese, French, seafood, whatever; the menu is too long and somewhat bizarre. Its busy for lunch, and I'm not sure why, maybe tourists strolling from shopping/central park/Columbus circle? The food can be ok, depending on the order, but at the price and considering the shoddy service I'd be surprised if I returned
(2)Christian G.
My review speaks only to Brunch and Breakfast. My first experience at Rue 57 was for brunch. Oh baby was that enjoyable. It was the day after my graduation from law school and I had a nice appetite. The food was yummy I got some great eggs pancakes and some breakfast meats. The OJ was fantastic as were the mimosas. My girlfriend ordered this amazing sandwich which was a grilled cheese of some great complexity. It was buttery and perfect for a hangover which i dont think any of us had, but still worth it. A couple days later we returned for breakfast, not brunch. I was hoping for a brunch menu but alas it was breakfast. The portions were smaller and no where near as satisfying. The breakfast is why i gave this place 3 stars, based on Brunch menu it would get 4. Its in a nice area of the city and decorated to resemble a french bistro. Worth it in my honest opinion.
(3)Lorac L.
Great burger and fries, but pricey if you are just after burger and fries. The sushi been pretty fresh and so was the oyster. Great wine list as well, ranging from $40 (at the min.). Quite noisy and tables are very near one another, remember to make a reservation as this place gets packed
(4)Janice K.
A casual lunch with my coworkers on Friday! =D As you enter the restaurant, you are greeted by a host who will try to seat you as soon as possible. It looks up-scale fancy in some aspects, and the ambience of the restaurant is very business-y but casual at the same time. I ordered jumbo shrimp salad, and it was great! I thought it was a bit pricy for the salad, but there are plenty of shrimps and mix of different vegetables. I didn't know what to expect from a salad, but it definitely surprised me. Everything my coworkers and I ordered came out right, and everyone enjoyed his or her own dishes. The servers are friendly and helpful; not to mention, they are also attentive. Great service!
(4)Stacy L.
Our waiter was trying so hard to be helpful. Unfortunately, the recommendations of the peppercorn steak and $19 sushi roll turned out to be way to spicy and way to warm. Spicy steak and warm sushi made the meal tainted and we opted out of even looking at the dessert menu. The menu itself is a french and japanese blend. The bar was blasting 90s music, which was unexpected in a french bistro-type restaurant. Perhaps on a better night with better selections of food, this could be a nice dinner. I'd give it another try one day.
(2)Xtyne W.
I came here to meet one of my best friends who was in town for work and burning the midnight oil at her law firm nearby. It was already around 10:30pm as both of us had just left work and wanted a nice, relaxing place to catch up and have a delicious bite. I made reservations for Rue 57 on OT and was pleasantly surprised to walk in and see the comfortable, romantic and elegant decor with the feel of a cute romantic Paris brasserie.. The service was prompt, and the waitress even had a snooty, French aura about her but I didn't mind since she was quick to take our orders, bring our drinks and appetizers.. We shared the steak tartar, and pomme frites and I had the potato crusted salmon as my entree. She had the chicken milanese and both dishes were excellent.. I had a great evening with great company and I would certainly take a guest here for dinner again!
(4)Chris H.
I must admit, quite nice for a Spring evening if you can snag a table street-side. I've had a few dishes here and the food is nothing too outstanding, but enjoyable. They have some decent types of saki but I wish the serving sizes were better. I suggest trying the sushi; as I've never tried anything that didn't taste great. But like I said, perfect place for a warm night and a light breeze.
(3)Karen D.
Consistently good food and when the weather is nice, the outside seating is great! Always happy to go here!
(5)David M.
Not as good as it was 10 years ago, but still good!
(4)David H.
Note to self: when planning a catch-up dinner with friends, let the one who grew up in Manhattan choose the restaurant. We met after work around 630 at Rue 57 on a warm weekday in early summer. There were five of us and sitting outside would've been pretty ideal, but the wait was long for a sidewalk table so we settled down by the open windows after grabbing a round at the bar. The restaurant felt expensive (it kinda is!)--the linens were clean and smooth and the staff was very professional. We shared a few appetizers and I ordered the spagheti with grilled shrimp and a glass of sauv blanc. All in all it was a great meal. None of us had any of the Japanese entrees. I'd recommend this place to others but won't personally be back here again for a while. For $50+ a person I have a long list of other places to try out in Manhattan.
(3)Cole M.
I think this place is great all around.. the waiters are always very friendly and quick with drinks... the food is always good and it makes for a great time!
(4)Ali D.
Rue 57 is always a conveniently located place for brunch when we are in town. The food is decent, but nothing spectacular. You aren't going to go home raving about anything, but you also won't have complaints. Prices are fair. Also, unlike so many spots for brunch, they take reservations, which is great when you don't want to waste your entire morning waiting for a table. That being said, I called to make a reservation and it was lost. They did seat us quickly though. Our food came quickly and was fine, but I found the service a bit cold this time and felt much more packed into the restaurant than on previous visits.
(3)Terrence J.
I'm so disappointed in a rue57 I ate there countless times mainly for their great duck Anyway I had a late breakfast and was mad as hell at the waiter .He was talking too much to the other patrons when I tried to get his attention .another thing the coffee wasn't fresh once I got the coffee it was cold within 5mins .i finally told the manager after 2nd cup but by then want anymore of their endless coffee lol my guess was a off day my food was good but last time for brunch .try their blueberry pancakes
(3)Michael B.
My Aunt recommended this place to my father. I thin she did it to help him spend his money on such a elegant place like this. I had the pommes frites which is basically just french for french fries but they were bespeckled with garlic and salt. So many great things to say about this place. Don't think, just go to this place, but only if you got the cash.
(4)Arnav G.
If you're looking for a nice looking eatery for a late brunch it won't kill you. Terrible service and lacklustre food will definitely try. Came here with a friend and was later joined by a third. Sampled appetisers and items across their menu, from seafood to sushi to the beef tomato salad. The tomato salad bored - the flavours in the beef were insufficient to counter the strength of the bleu yet not interesting enough to meaningfully complement. Mussels were okay and the same with the sushi (though expectations weren't high for this). Crème brulee was okay. Waiter was a talented idiot. Had to come back because he forgot my order, gave the wrong dish to the wrong person (only 2 of us had ordered), failed to clear plates on time (we had to place them on the chair), forgot to serve new cutlery with dessert, forgot to even serve our third friend who came later, and tried to buy us off with a compliment on my friend's watch. Seems to be frequented by people who assume good ambiance makes for good food and are genuinely clueless about the latter.
(2)Gabriel H.
Great restaurant. Love the French-Japanese fusion. Great Yellowfin Tuna Tartar. Love the oysters. Both Seared Rare Yellowfin Tuna and Miso Glazed Chilean Sea Bass are great entrees.
(5)danielle m.
Great variety, great service. Dining room is a little small/tight, making it loud sometimes. But overall, def worth it. Sushi (at least the apps) is good, burgers are delicious, salads are piled-high & tasty. Perfect spot for lunch or dinner.
(4)Yulissa A.
Eating at Rue 57 feels like Paris to me. It is an authentic Brasserie here in NYC with phenominal food and service. I ordered the chicken scallopini which was to die for. Crisp and perfectly cooked brussel sprouts, delicious spinach, mash potatoes, and tender chicken on top. The price was reasonable, all this food for around $22 a plate. They have a great menu and even sushi (which I have not tried yet!) I will most definately be coming back !
(5)Anya A.
A lot of RUSSIANs!!!!!::)))
(4)Kevin E.
I was treated to dinner at Rue 57 by my girlfriend. (her choice) It is a very nice and uniquely decorated restaurant, but somewhat tight quarters. Althugh I would have to assume that most places in NYC are that way as I have only been to Manhattan 2x. We had gotten happy hour appetizers at another establishment a few hours prior, so I was a bit full to order most of the entrees, so I opted for the Crunchy Lobster Roll. 8 pieces!! It was plenty large enough for a meal and was delicious. My gf got the Miso glazed Chilean Sea bass and it just danced across my tongue. AMAZING. What really was extraordinary was the service. Steven C. was our server and it was obvious he was/ia a pro. I have served for many years and have been to a few restaurants in my day. He was without a doubt the best server I have had the pleasure of encountering. It was overall a wonderful experience and I would recommend it to anyone.
(4)Marc R.
We were looking for a place for brunch today (today being a Sunday) and we came across Rue. It was packed, but we were told it would take just a few minutes to be seated. She didn't lie, within 10 minutes we were seated downstairs. We didn't even know there was a downstairs. Upstairs seemed packed with a lot of locals which to me was a good sign. It was also a nice looking place. Once we got downstairs, it was as if we were in another restaurant. It was VERY quiet, very nice to look at. It was a nice surprise. The menu had a good number of options. We were being waited on by two younger people. A girl and guy. The guy took our drink order right away and brought it to us fairly quickly. That's where the service started going downhill. The girl was pretty much clueless, standing there looking bored and not taking our order. The guy finally came over and took our order. We noticed that the people next to us got their meal super fast after they ordered. We were not so lucky. I ordered the Hungover Breakfast, it was just what I was looking for (no, I was not hungover). The food arrived hardly warm at all. It was good, but it was nothing special, standard breakfast food. My wife had the eggs Florentine and she thought it was really good (but hardly warm also). The food not being warm enough made me think it was sitting and waiting to be brought to our table, especially since I saw others being served quicker. Overall, I think I would go back because the decor was nice and chill and just had a nice vibe to it. Sit downstairs if you want it more quiet and romantic. Maybe we just got stuck with two of the slower servers...I will give the restaurant the benefit of the doubt.
(3)Amanda E.
A friend and I had brunch here this past Saturday. The food was ok - I had a grown-up grilled cheese, which was a little heavy and oily, fries were good though. My friend asked the waitress for a recommendation, and she seemed to not know the menu well and told us she was unable to suggest anything. He ended up going with the Lobster Hash and eggs, which had very little Lobster. Also everything on the menu was bit pricey and I found it strange that the brunch menu didn't come with a complimentary beverage.
(3)Valerie W.
Spur of the moment brunch visit on a BEAUTIFUL Sunday afternoon when it looked like the entire city was out on the town!! I never thought we'd get a table, much less upstairs and for a party of five without a reservation... But we got it, great location, within the 20-30 minutes promised. Wonderful atmosphere, and as busy as they were, we never felt rushed... We're cheap/frugal, but wanted to sample as many as the great offerings as possible (this poor native NYer exiled to Ohio just can't help eating everything that isn't nailed down whenever back home in "civilization!!"). Our table ordered a hamburger (with all the annoying Atkins restrictions, which the waiter cheerfully and carefully noted...), a decadent-looking omlette that I didn't get the name of, a turkey sandwich w/ chicken noodle soup, and a Medterranean salad. I wanted to try the surprise offering of Sushi as well, but... next time!! Everything was wonderful, and wonderfully presented as well. As busy as they were, our water glasses were never even close to empty, we were checked on every now and then without being annoyed/annoying, and left without feeling rushed even though the line waiting to get in was just as big, if not bigger than when we arrived... Not an every day place, not even for locals, I'd imagine, but reasonable for a special occasion/birthday/just because you feel like it kind of day...
(4)Reese C.
After a fun holiday skating session at Central Park, my friends and I skipped on over to Rue 57 for some pomme frittes, creme brulee and champagne cocktails! It was decorated with lots of pretty Christmas trees and sparkle lights! It was 11pm on a week night and totally hoppin* The Waitress was very busy, so that is why she probably didn't crack a smile all night, no worries, it's the holiday season in NYC, she is forgiven! :)
(4)A L.
Had the Sushi speciality rolls, try the chef roles. Great ambiance, with full bar, good service
(4)Lisa K.
Rue 57, take down your Christmas decorations! It was weird to be eating next to a giant Christmas tree on Jan. 10. That said, brunch here was deeeeelish. We made 2pm reservations and were seated with no problem, unlike the line of walk-ins. I think our waiter was annoyed we didn't order more, or more expensive dishes, but he can deal. I had the $16 cuban sandwich on brioche, which came with a side of fried plantains. It was especially tasty when dipped in the garlic mayo that came on the side. My date's french fries were also delicious when dipped in it. Not that I was stealing his food or anything. Cute Attorney had a three cheese omelet, which oddly came with a side of fries. But I wasn't complaining, since Cute Attorney is already familiar with my french fry addiction and put them in the middle of the table to share. He said the omelet was awesome and ate all of it, so I think he liked it. We were in and out in about an hour. I'd recommend this place if you ever find yourself needing a quick and tasty brunch in midtown.
(4)Akira O.
The day after I wrote the first review I got the check for my dry cleaning from the restaruant... But still I cannot give this restaurant 3 stars...
(2)Caroline A.
I really enjoyed this restaurant. So much so that we came here for brunch twice... and if you know me, I don't really go to the same restaurant more than one time unless I really like it! We opted not to sit outdoors on the patio as there was a lot of traffic and "unsavory folks" out and about. The restaurant is cute - feels very much like a traditional brunch spot. Tables are a good distance apart, so you don't feel crowded. First brunch was right after a great 10 mile run in the park. I was FAMISHED. I had the egg white omelette with grilled tomato with a bowl of berries and he had the eggs benedict and apple crepes. Everything was excellent. The berries were super fresh and the crepes were perfectly cooked. We came back on Sunday morning because I really wanted to try the brioche french toast. It was SO worth it. BF thought it was too mushy, but I thought it was perfect!! The berries were fresh and the texture of the sweet cream was a perfect compliment. Fresh baked blueberry muffins were a little too sweet in my opinion, but still very good. I will definitely be back to try their afternoon menu - heard the mini kobe beef burgers are fab.
(4)Ou G.
Went there for a late Saturday afternoon lunch in December and of course the place was packed. Waited 30-40 minutes for a table, but once seated we enjoyed the standard brasserie fare.
(4)Michael F.
Very good braised short ribs and their signature Oreo bignet dessert is nice.
(4)Ray W.
Pretty decent place for pasta primavera, chicken, wine, sushi, and watching sports after work.
(3)Yelena V.
I got the country omelette there and it was average at best. It came with potatoes, bacon, cheese, and onions inside, but the eggs had a weird taste. There wasn't much of a selection for me. I think that it's very overpriced for the quality of food that you receive. I understand that it's Manhattan and I don't mind paying more for food, but I would hope that it's worth it. This wasn't/ However, the food did come out very quickly and we were also seated fast. The waiter didn't seem to be too happy to get another table in his section though and he wasn't that pleasant to us. I wouldn't go there again.
(2)sugi o.
this was our last meal before we left NYC. i had to try their pommes frites after i saw them on the food network's list of best fries in NYC. we had a flight to catch and had to be out of there in less than 45 minutes. our waiter was awesome in making sure that we were served quickly. the restaurant itself is really cute. theres outdoor seating and inside, the tables are a little close to each other but it gave it more of the french feel in my opinion. in paris, all the tables are right next to each other! i did think it was really odd that it was french food + japanese sushi bar... not your typical combination (unless its fusion). service was good.. our waiter was nice, accomodating and very prompt. food - i saw our neighbors getting their food as we were being seated and saw this amazing sandwich. i was trying to guess what it was with my husband and our waiter overheard us and let us know that it was the corned beef, which happened to be his favorite sandwich on the menu. so with that, we ordered the corned beef and an order of pommes frites. our waiter kindly had our order split for us in the kitchen. the sandwich was very good and the pommes frites as well. i dont know if i would say they're the best fries in NYC but they're pretty good... they're fresh, good size, and more on the crunchy side (which i love). the sandwich is HUGE... even split, my half felt like a whole sandwich and i was SO full afterward. so yes, i get that it's technically pricey at $19 for a sandwich but it definitely serves 2. good food, big portions, and good service. not sure about best fries in the city but they were pretty good. overall - great lunch.
(4)Charles R.
Would say 3 1/2 stars overall. The mussles are a 4 or 5 star. Enourmous portion that came in a pleasant broth. The frites, which you have to order seperate were piping hot, well seasoned and great for dipping in the broth. The Cubano sandwich was probably a 2. Not much flavor, meat was dried out and didn't remind of a Cubano I had had elsewhere. Maybe I should know better than to order something like that in French bistro. I think one of the problems with Rue 57 is that the menu is all over the place, serving brunch fare, sushi, bistro food and then something like a Cubano. Service was prompt and friendly and the prices are probably moderate for New York. Next time would try one of the other Brasseries I've been to, or maybe even the new Pushkin right across 57th st.
(3)Brenda B.
September 8th 2011 at 8-11:30pm, party of 2. Customer knocked over wine and water glasses on to me ruining my appetizer of Mussles and Fries, and clothing. Management and bussers did not respond to incident, instead they looked at me. At this time the wait staff was trying to deliver my dinner, which I had to send back because I was covered in wine and water and my appetizer was also soaked. I had to flag someone down to get help. Saturated in liquid, I requested another table and was refused. I was then ignored for approx. 5 minutes until I was able to grab Manager that evening, CHRIS PINES. I told Chris what had happened and I asked him for a new table and to start over with the meal. He got us a new table and he brought us out a new appetizer and then proceeded with the meal when that was done. We asked for the check at 10:15 pm from "new waiter" HOLLAND, who ignored the request until I asked him AGAIN for the check. We were presented with the FULL bill. We called CHRIS PINES over and requested he comp us for our horrific dining experience. He refused to take anything off. He then returned having removed the coffee and mussles. We tipped VERY WELL and when we presented the signed copies to the Waiter, HOLLAND, we asked if he was to be sharing that with the Original Waiter on our table who was very good. HE SAID " NO AND HE DID NOT CARE." As we exited, we approached CHRIS PINES and indicated the situation and HOLLAND followed us. CHRIS PINES said he was going to protect his staff as they are all family. Then HOLLAND said = "They All Sleep Together." Today when I checked my bank account, I see DOUBLE CHARGED ME. Overly disgusted with this restaurant. I will speak to MARK PACKER directly about both employees.
(1)Katie S.
This my go-to weekend brunch/lunch stop fo sho! The french toast with vanilla spread is insane and every pasta dish on the menu is bananas.. BA-NAN-NAS!. It does get super crowded at dinner, so you may want to make a reservation. Bottom line: RUE 57 does me right!
(5)Alex B.
The service us very good for a packed place and the omelette's are very juicy moist and tasteful. There freshly squeezed OJ is absolutely your breakfast drink here. I would come here any day for breakfast.
(5)Natalie M.
After a couple Chocolatinis at the bar, I had the roast rack of lamb with a giant prawn, with a side of scallion mashed potatoes and a soy glaze, that was prepared medium rare....just the way I like it! Four stars for the food and loses a star for the priciness.
(3)Derek L.
Sat at the bar. Excellent bartender. Fantastic burger.
(4)Tom R.
The menu is extensive but my favorite, the Kobe sliders. I like the ambiance. Andrew at the bar is a gentlemen. The Location is premium and that premium shows in the bill. Nice to know a reliable midtown bistro.
(3)Ellen M.
Rue 57 let me down. I've passed by this restaurant many many times but I've never gone in. I finally took the opportunity tonight, and I must say, I'm kind of surprised this place rates at 3.5 stars. I don't get how this place is French/Asian fusion. Part of the menu is generic French American fare, while another portion is Asian influenced (mainly sushi or a fish dish with miso incorporated into it. Not much fusion going on here. I thought the items on the menu were over priced. And our waiter (who wait what???) we had like six inattentive waiters, and it took forever to get my water glass filled and three times as long as it should have to get the check. And the food - just as forgettable as our first, second, third, fourth, and fifth waiters.
(2)Liana L.
If I went to a psychoanalyst for my fusion-restaurant related issues and was encountered with a little game of "word association" it would go something like this: Psychoanalyst: "Fusion restaurant." Me: "Stupid. Awful. Pearl Harbor. Terrible. 9-11. Ridiculous. The sinking of the Titanic." -insert violent hallucinations and severe mental breakdown here- After years of shock therapy and one lobotomy later, I'd emerge, once again fit for human interaction, but riddled with scars that will never quite heal. But I digress... Now, this is a review for Rue 57. Yes, it's a fusion restaurant and... yes, it's GOOD. I have been here a few times with my man who has been a huge fan of the place for a while. He knows I'm very picky but promised that it'd be good. Of course, as usual, he didn't disappoint! At first, I criticized the idea of a French/Japanese restaurant like the cynic I am and relentlessly made fun of the sushi bar just hangin' out in such an extremely un-Japanesey setting. Then I had the food and suddenly I... I just didn't care that there was an out of place sushi bar just chillin' in my peripheral. I had the soup du jour which was some sort of delicious, creamy leek soup with fresh spring peas. It was rich but not heavy and, dare I say, refreshing. It was actually delicious and I wish I had the recipe because I would make it often. This is the one item I would actually rave about from here. Too bad it's not permanently on the menu! My second time here I actually decided to sample the sushi just to see how it is and I was pleasantly surprised.Very fresh and well prepared. Touche, Rue 57, touche. (But I still think it's stupid that you are a French/Japanese fusion restaurant.) The drinks from here are just delicious. I never order anything crazy, just the standard dirty martini and Tanqueray and Tonic. Yum! One suggestion, though: skip dessert. It's REALLY not worth it. Food/Drinks I have enjoyed from Rue 57: Appetizers: Beef Carpaccio Caesar Salad Sushi: Rainbow Roll Dragon Roll Shrimp Tempura Roll Entrees: Steak Frites Beef Bourguingnon Drinks: Dirty Martini Tanqueray and Tonic This is a nice place to go with groups because there is pretty much something for everyone (Perhaps the up-side of a fusion restaurant?). The atmosphere is fun and so is the staff! The waiters are all generally really light-hearted and funny which makes the experience that much more enjoyable. I know I'll be back!
(4)Nick B.
Twas expensive, but everything in Manhattan seems to be. Best food I think we had our whole trip though, I had roasted chicken and the Boyfriend had steak and fries. Tasty and a very very nice atmosphere. Recommend this place with high marks, only drawback was service was a bit slow.
(3)Erica P.
Yummy! Had lunch here today and was lucky enough to sit outside. It was very crowded with the business lunch crowd (of which I was a part) but the service was prompt and friendly, and not at all intrusive (some waiters want to be your best friends!) I started with a half a dozen west coast oysters, served with what seemed like 3 different mignonette sauces and a cocktail sauce. Go with the red mignonette (maybe a red wine vinegar?) It was delish. I then had the warm mushroom salad, from the appetizer menu, this was really tasty. It was served with several varieties of mushroom, including hen of the woods, some shaved parmasan cheese, some micro greens and a reduction of balsamic vinegar. I would order this again in a heart beat! While I can't really comment on the decor, since I sat outside, I can say that the outside dining area, though not cramped, did make me a little nervous as the corner of 57th and 6th is a very busy block and I worried that the people speed walking down might bump my table or me!
(4)Fiona Y.
If I'm in Midtown and I can't think of any particular restaurant I want to go to, then Rue 57 is a safe choice. I came here for dinner a few times, and I'm sure I've had brunch here as well. Everything I've tried was very decent. But us New Yorkers have higher standards for food, compared to the rest of this country (so I think!). You can't really go wrong here!
(4)Jackie G.
As shameless tourist to the city, I loved this trendy spot for a weekend brunch. Friend and I sat outside enjoying the peoplewatching and waited for our orders with anticipation. Sure enough, the dishes were not to disappoint two starving women with extreme class and high expectations. The French toast with fresh strawberries was the best I've ever had, with every bite I got closer and closer to heaven! My friend's savory dish was equally good. To top it off, our sweet waiter (an actor/model with impeccable manners must I add) gave us top notch service and great tips for a night on the town and local restaurants choices. Thank you so much Rue 57! You are forever engraved my memories when I think of my wonderful birthday trip in Manhattan!
(4)Lei P.
The portions are huge, even the appetizers. It's also great for after-theatre dinner with friends, because there's a French brasserie menu alongside a sushi menu and an Italian pasta/asian fusion menu, along with adaptations of American comfort foods, such as the monstrously robust French Meatloaf. The split-personality menu is perfect for when your dining party can't agree on one cuisine. My favorite dish there is the mussels Dijionnaise. The cream sauce is so decadently rich and velvety and compliments the briny and fleshy mussels. The dijionnaise mustard doesn't overwhelm the deliciously addictive cream sauce. The mussels are my favorite. They're gloriously plump, fresh, and meaty. The saucier at Rue 57 is superb with the cream sauces. Although the mussels are listed in the appetizers section, it was adequate as a whole meal. Stick to the basic Parisian brasserie foods (steaks, fish, steak tartare, roasted chicken, fish, sweet sea scallops with truffled mash potatoes) and avoid the other Italian meets Japanese/Asian/miso-glazed meats parts of the menu. Their wine menu also offered a wide range of options for different scales of budgets. The staff was friendly and service was unhurried. I actually prefer this over squeezing into Balthazar, where elbow room is sparse and the "better than thou" condescending attitude makes for a hurried meal (ie:" we have a party coming in at x time, can you finish in an hour?")
(4)Michael S. H.
Quite a great dining experience with this restaurant I must admit, as well as being accompanied by my wonderful, wonderful friend Yosh. Very calming and relaxing atmosphere, but also somewhat romantic. Lit by candlelight and jam packed, but manageable. Cute hostesses who were very sweet and attentive. Surprisingly I wasn't craving wine that night. Instead, If I can remember, I had a Rue-Tini. Which was quite good. I recall there being some fruit that I like in it... I don't remember if it was Pomegranate or Raspberry. Either way, it was quite tasteful. For the main course, I enjoyed their Pasta Primavera, which was quite good, but not amazing. I've been comparing everything I've been eating to Bar Blanc, which is why my reviews have been so tough lately in regards to food. It was delicious however, and I would definitely have it again. But unfortunately, it wasn't a taste that I haven't sampled before. Perhaps another visit will help aid in a better future rating on Rue 57. All in all, my experience was pleasant. The waiter was a gem, and I had a great dining experience of cours with Yosh as always.
(4)Martha-Anne N.
Stopped here for apps and drinks on a Thursday afternoon. Fun atmosphere, delicious wine. We had the French Fry appetizer which was delicious. Would definitely go back!
(4)J T.
I had mixed feelnigs based on the reviews but the salmon crab avocado roll (8 pieces) was so outrageously good I would come back just for that. Its quite overpriced though at $18 a roll but well worth how fresh and yummy everything was. champagne cocktails natch.
(3)Daniel D.
Safe, midtown bistro w/ good atmosphere and better than average food. Having said that, the Japanese offerings frighten me. A French bistro that serves sushi? Always a bad sign. The classic steak frites was 7 out of 10 w/ 10 being a good Paris bistro. But, not the most challenging offering. Not a destination but safe midtown.
(3)Megan C.
Fun atmosphere to people watch not ideal for a quiet romantic date. Crowded during lunchtime, always buzzing on the weekends. Food was decent, but not amazing. Really enjoyed having coffee here and a quick snack. Romance Factor: 3 Hobnob Potential: 2 Destination Rating: 3 Call for reservations first if you don't want to wait.
(3)Rachel C.
Stopped in with local friends. The food (we ordered pretty much all of the apps) was great. And the sundae and bread pudding were amazing. The bartenders were friendly and the atmosphere was great. Would return again and order all of the same things!
(5)Jake J.
Great orea desert but very expensive!!
(3)Derrick J.
I've been to this restaurant a couple of times -none of them planned- but I've never been disappointed. Though a bit pricey for the meals, I must admit that everything I've ever ordered has been tasty. They have a weird of Japanese and French but it's specifically Japanese or French; no fusion dishes on the menu. I don't know how or why they came up with the idea to have those two cuisines on the menu because they are so different from one another, but it seems to work. Every time I'm I dine at Rue 57 there is a crowd. Not being a huge fan of Japanese food, I've always opted for the French options (very good steak frittes) and have enjoyed it. During my last dine there (last week) the matre d' and waitress were both fast and attentive as well. Definite plus on my Overall, no place to write home about but still a nice French bistro-style restaurant (... with Japanese food on the menu) a couple of blocks south of Central Park.
(3)D Y.
spinach side, kobe beef sliders w/ salad and pommes frites, and dijon mussels. shared entire meal with a friend. yummy! and great atmosphere.
(4)Kat I.
Went here a few weeks ago to the bar area. It was typical bar type, dimly lit. Our server left much to be desired, unless attitude is what we're going for. The drinks were fine, the food was fine, but nothing memorable. On a positive note, I do have to say the host was very hospitable.
(2)Jamie H.
I've had my share of meals, brunches, and drinks at Rue (mostly at the bar versus a table). If you're in midtown, it's a much better choice than most of the restaurants in the area. Yes, it's overpriced, but I dare you to find a restaurant nearby that's not. I never had anything on the menu that I didn't like. If you must have dine in midtown, then Rue 57 is a great choice.
(3)Rick K.
I dont understand the concept of a French/Japanese fusion restaurant. SO i didn't try their sushi. Their brunch is extremely tasty (i had the eggs florentine). this place is good. Since I wasnt responsible for the tab, i'll give this place 4 stars.
(4)Stuart W.
Actually I think that 1.5 stars is more like it. It is my usual habit to walk 57th Street, sometime from river to river. It has been for many years from the time I was a kid walking with my parents, through decades and still now...and I have watched the street change. Rue 57 has been on the corner of 57th and 6th Avenue for quite a number of years. I really can't remember what was there before. Oh boy...enough of my memory...back to the review: I was avoiding this place as it truly looked rather touristy to me...albeit nice French bistro look. However on last Saturday a friend and I wanted a "nice" brunch and wanted to try someplace new. Nice weather brought everyone out of their caverns and places were packed. So...walking about, we settled on Rue 57. We were so nicely greeted by one of what appeared to be at least 6 hosts/hostesses...escorted to a table situated right in the middle of the aisle to the kitchen...oh boy...the action frazzled me a bit...and the occasional bump made me ask for another table. Easily escorted to another table. My pancake craving got the best of me, and banana pancakes looked right for me. While the pancakes were airy and fluffy, they came with roughly 8 thin slices of banana on top...certainly not the best nor the cheapest...$13.50 for this dish with $4.50 for a cafe latte. My friend ordered an omelet of fines herbes which she claimed tasted just fine (no pun intended). Good french fries but had to repeatedly ask for bread which was rather ordinary. A French restaurant where you need to request bread and it is rather ordinary. Doesn't quite make sense. In the long run...there was nothing horrible about the experience...just very ordinary at an expensive price. No need for me to return...there are much better places.
(2)Cris C.
I was there Saturday, January 24 and my experience was wonderful. Great staff, very friendly and attentive to my group needs. We had brunch there and my french toast was delicious! Good coffee and nobody bothered us to leave as soon as we finished, Also, like not many, this place has a lot of space and light and I'm definitely going back.
(5)Jeff C.
Surprisingly hidden gem for sushi. Try it - you won't be disappointed. Must get: Japonais Platter.
(4)Lily L.
This is a good place to apply your expense account in the neighborhood. I had the Rue 57 Skirt Steak, and I loved it. Very well marinated, very well paired steak sauce, and I love that the sides were avocado, a half a roasted onion, and endive. The onion soup is also good, there's a good selection of sandwiches, decent wine/drinks list also for when the afternoon turns to after work drinks time. Very typical New York does French bistro.
(4)Randy G.
Delicious food... We had a table of 9 and nobody was disappointed with their selection... Only issue was the price, a little expensive, but worth it!
(5)Sooj O.
There are so many awful things about roaming Midtown on a weekend night when it's raining in the winter. First, of course, is just the sheer fact of being in Midtown, decidely one of the less charming neighborhoods of New York (it's impossible to describe the jostling and sheer frustration of trying to pass by Saks Fifth Avenue when all the tourists have taken over the sidewalks to gawk at glorified mechanical toys on display). Second is that almost never being in Midtown except during work hours, I know of practically no restaurant (particularly when going to dinner with a vegetarian friend) open on weekend nights except in Grand Central. Third is the difficulty of finding someplace that has creme brulee which we were determined to have for dessert. Rue 57 was about the only place that fit the bill. I had a lacklustre tuna tartre, whose less than red color made me look at it suspiciously, along with some french fries. For dessert we did order the much desired creme brulee along with a warm chocolate cake. It's hard to mess up a creme brulee and it was lovely to feel the warm caramel custard going down one's throat. The chocolate cake was not as dark as I would have desired, but not bad...but not for a dark chocolate devotee such as me. In all, I rate Rue 57 this way: 2 stars for the tuna tartare 3.5 stars for the desserts 5 stars for letting us sit there for hours on end discussing Ezra Pound 1 star for being way overpriced for the average food that is served
(3)Thomas E.
Tired and hungry, this worked out almost perfectly. We arrived at 5 pm on a Thursday and got a table immediately. The staff was friendly, helpful and attentive. I watch my cholesterol, but hey -- we're on vacation, so I got the Rue 57 sirloin burger. Nice little bun and gorgonzola made a melt in your mouth taste treat. Also at the table we had the roast chicken -- tasty and moist but a touch salty. Steak & frites rare was cooked correctly and was quite enjoyed. The fourth person got the onion soup and Ceasar, and the review was positive on that too. We got out for $130 plus tip for four people with two drinks.
(4)joe z.
Dropped by for lunch last week and got one of the better sandwiches I've had in a long time (thin cut sirloin). My girlfriends burger was average, but the atmosphere, fries, and service made up for any short comings. Definitely a great place for brunch or lunch from my time there. Plus, it's close to the park and just a little less expensive than eating at one of the hotels that overlook the pond.
(4)Rachel S.
Rue 57 is the perfect place to go for a buissness brunch, lunch or dinner. or for fun with your family or friends, when you first sit down you feel like you just walked into the dining room of a mansion! They have a great options on the menu, when i went with my dad we kept it simple but it was still great! We got the baby back ribs as an appitizer they were tender and had a great BBQ sauce, then for entrees we got salmon and asain shrimp with a side of pasta. the place is very clean and has good service the bread baskets are very good and the bathrooms as well are very nice. I definetly reccomend this place!
(4)Geoff E.
You take the good, you take the bad, you take them all and the you have...a 3 star dinner. It's a tourist place with a decent menu. Some of the food is great, and some is less than desired. Kobe Sliders came out without cheese (waiters fault) and well overcooked (kitchen's fault). Waiter threw a bottle of wine away while we were still drinking it, then returned it after we complained...dirty. The crispy tuna appetizer was good, and the sushi was fresh. I had the lamb sliders which were good. Fries were fresh as well. Not a bank-breaker, but costs probably more than it should. I'd go again if I was out of options, but in New York City, I'm not. Sorry.
(3)mia s.
My friend recommended Rue 57 for our late lunch based on her previous experience there as a fun place to get cute little kobe burgers. I love mini burgers and I love bustling bistro setting so I jumped at the recommendation. I should have been scared when I saw steak frite and sushi on the same menu but being 3000 miles from my comfort zone with no access to YELP, I plunged in. The food was edible but just so boring and poorly executed. The kobe sliders are a great idea but these tasted off to me - I didn't finish my 2-bites sized burger. The bluepoint oysters seemed to have been mangled during shucking and tasted like they've been sitting out for a while. We ordered the chef's special sushi platter for $35. It consisted of 4 tiny pieces of nigiri (bonito, squid, ebi and sweet shrimp - none of which I have would ordered a la carte), 3 pieces of sashimi (maguro, hamachi, sake) and one small tekka maki. Nothing tasted fresh. Okay, I guess deep down somewhere, I expected that. The service is really what pushed me over the edge. Our server was clueless about the menu and couldn't answer any of our questions. She was not seen much after she took our order. We asked to share everything and to bring things out one at a time since our table was so small (as were our plates). Does it make sense to anyone out there that they chose to start us with the burgers and fries, then the beet salad, followed by the sushi and then to finish our meal with the raw oysters? Thank goodness we didn't order dessert because most likely, it would have been served first. In addition to our clueless waitress, all other staff members we encountered were clumsy and rude - the whole place felt like a fucking circus. Since we were in New York only for a couple of days with limited number of meals, we really felt robbed, especially at $50/person (without alcohol)!
(2)Cathy S.
The food was and the wait staff was really good. We did have to wait about 20 minutes, but expected on a Saturday afternoon for lunch. The tables are very close together, people and staff are always walking by you making it a bit noisy. Not a good place for a romantic dinner, but good for a weekend brunch! We loved the Eggs Benedict and Country Omelette.
(3)Kevin A.
MULTIPLE CHOICE Q: What do you get when you cross mediocre French food + sushi of questionable quality + an iPod playing Celine Dion's greatest hits? A. A torture scene from one of the Saw movies B. Rue 75 C. Neither A nor B D. Both A & B Correct Answer: D Honorable Mention: Their fries with au poivre dipping sauce is pretty freakin' delicious and the bartender was pretty cool Great drunk food the next time the mood strikes. Otherwise, avoid.
(3)Ladida D.
Four stars exclusively for the warm chocolate cake and creme brulee. Three stars on the classic bistro entrees. The steaks were fine -- but make sure you get the primer cuts. (The beef they use for steak au poivre isn't great, for instance.) And I urge against opting for their sweet-potato fries over regular frites, even if you always do, as the former come out rather charred and thus 20% inedible (umm, carcinogenic).
(3)David T.
Had dinner here with a co-worker. Stopped in around 7:00 in middle of the week, no problems getting a table after a drink at the trendy, but not ostentatious or uncomfortable bar. Service was great, wine list was very good and affordable. Decided to go with sushi as we had had a big late lunch. I chose the Japonais Platter. The oysters were delicious and the tuna and salmon hand rolls were excellent. A great vibrant, energetic atmosphere at reasonable cost.
(4)Tommy H.
Solid place for lunch or breakfast...can get a little crowded so I suggest going early...also the tables for two are a little on the cramped side but the food is pretty good.
(3)M S.
Good drinks, selection, nice atmosphere for a quick stop.
(4)Phyllis L.
I eat here at least once a week and thoroughly enjoy it. Rue 57 is just easy to drop in and get decent to good food, if you know what to order and at a fair price.
(4)Angela C.
What an over-rated poorly managed restaurant. The management should take a refresher course on how to react when there's a problem in the kitchen that delays dinners being served to half the restaurant for almost 30 minutes. Our waiter was horrible, never came to the table to let us know there would be a delay or to even offer a complimentary beverage or appetizer while we waited . and waited . and waited . and waited. Never ever again. For me, it doesn't even rate 1 star for the food.
(1)Ashley L.
The Rue 57 Chopped Tuna Salad is fab. Very confused about what style they're goin' for. American burger atmosphere with sushi on the menu? Nice vibe, but too pricey for what it is.
(3)Trevor T.
The food that I tried here was good but the menu seems muddled and directionless. The servers are a bit, eh....sub-par? But once the food finally hit the table, it was better for our party of 6 to not be bothered by the waitstaff. Get the ribs appetizer and the dumplings. Unfortunately, my entree, the Lamb sliders, were just ok. The sauce that comes on the side was not very good.
(3)Stephy S.
It's hot in the city, it's humid in the city, but this girl was in a hot dress in a strange city and wasn't about to let a little thing like humidity, several blocks and a glistening glow of sweat get in the way of her good time and so my dining companion and I made the trek from the Hudson down to Rue Fiddy Seven for dinner. As soon as we walked in, we were immediately seated at a table near the stairs. Not ideal, but we didn't exactly have a reservation, so who can complain really. After trying not to look like we were passing out from the heat, we ordered some cocktails and got a little blood out of our alcohol systems so we could act normal. We then were greeted by our waiter who tried to sell us on some Chardonnay, claiming he had tasted some earlier and it was amazing. But in all honestly, the kid looked like he was 15 and in my years of expertise in the wine snobbishness department, if your voice is still cracking, you aren't gonna know what's best for my palate. We then looked over the menu and spotted the Wednesday night Osso Buco special. Done and done. We then ordered the same thing and chatted about the week's events. Soon heaven on a plate arrived and the portions were HUUUUGE. Seriously, if you go with someone and you don't mind sharing food with them, do it, it's way too much for one person! As for the dish, wow, just seriously wow. I am convinced there was some crack in that red wine reduction or maybe a case of butter, because nothing can taste that way via nature. It was phenomenal and not too sweet as some Osso Buco's tend to get. We then passed on dessert and made our way out on the town, but not before a quick pit stop to the bano where a very nice lady handed me a towel. Only noting this so you will remember to bring a buck to tip her with. Overall, it was a yummy dinner that I definitely would have enjoyed more had it not been so hot out, but hit this place any other time and I think you'll be really happy.
(4)Annalynn C.
It was understandable that there was a wait. Afterall, it was Sunday morning and everyone was trying to find a place that served brunch/breakfast food, like us. After a 20 minute wait, we were seated outside, which allowed us to people watch while we dined. The breeze made it more comfortable to dine outside. Service was hit and miss, but it was probably because they were really busy, but there's nothing worse than waiting and trying to flag a waiter down to refill your glass of water on a hot and humid day. I ordered the steak and eggs and wanted one banana pancake to go with my breakfast, but they don't do "side" orders. Instead, they gave me a whole order of pancakes for which I had to pay... The steak and eggs were nothing spectacular. I requested to have the steak cooked medium rare, but it arrived medium well. I could have had the same steak and eggs at Denny's... with toast! My entree didn't come with toast, or any sort of carb, which was missing from my meal. The iced tea was terrible - it was over steeped, that I had to ask the waiter to take it back. Instead, he offered to replace it with a cup of coffee, which was also short of spectacular. Perhaps I came on a bad day. Perhaps I came at the wrong time. Perhaps I'm just too picky. Perhaps they'll improve, but I'm not sure there will be a next time. My cousin ordered the fish soup and sushi. She seemed to enjoy the soup and the sushi, so extra star for them because I'm willing to give them the benefit of the doubt.
(2)amy l.
The french toast was plain, the service was a little slow, no one else at the table mentioned anything about their food. Ehhh...don't know if I would go there again.
(2)Lauren A.
Solid restaurant, but for what you pay, you can get so much better in this city. My parents were in town and this place was right near their hotel so we went here for a low-key dinner on their last night. We had had such great food experiences their whole visit, and this place was just nothing special compared to other places we had been yet everything was fairly pricey. I got a sushi roll, my mom the Kobe sliders, and my dad the chicken. Again, all the food was solid but everything should have been priced about $5 less for what we got, particularly when you factor in the paper tablecloths and average service. Our waiter was decent, but he kept trying to push more food and better wine. He actually convinced us on the pricier wine and we still ended up being disappointed by the quality. The only thing I can think is that this place stays alive because a lot of people on expense accounts stop in here.
(2)Elise A.
Popped in for a late brunch one Sunday and was really impressed! My friend had the lamb sliders, and I had the steak tartare. We shared, but I'm telling you honestly, if she had taken one more bite of my tartare I may have had to stab her with my fork. It was seasoned PERFECTLY, and the meat was fresh and delicious. Bloody Mary was darn good, too. The place is pricey and service spotty (yeah, I know it's busy during brunch), but I'm really looking forward to coming back soon.
(4)bryan l.
This is a very strange place to eat. Don't get me wrong, it's a very nice location and the interior was fine....it's the menu that catches you off guard. They have French items, a sushi section, plates with tabouli/cous-cous and the plate I ordered, Cuban sandwich w/ fried plantains. My dish was great, a very clean Cuban sandwich with all the trimmings. The fried plantains reminded me a little of banana chips, but in a good way. So, if my dish was so tasty, why the 3 stars? Service. They brought us to our table and the chairs had crumbs on them. We had to ask them twice to wipe them off. One member of our party ordered chicken with her salad and didn't receive it. She repeatedly asked for her chicken but never received it. We had to ask several times for refills on our waters. The only item that came quickly was the check....I hate that. Overall, the food was pretty good, but pricey and the service was sub-par. Not a bad place to eat, but I wouldn't go out of my way to come back.
(3)Grant M.
French toast ok decent. GF loved eggs, bacon. Would go back if in the hood. Easy enough.
(3)Sarah S.
This was a very acceptable brunch place in NYC...just a little more pricey than I'd like, but overall pretty yummy quality food. I had the banana pancakes. The pancakes themselves were some of the best I've ever had. I was disappointed that the 'banana' part of it was just a few banana slices on top though. Other dishes looked tasty as well! The service was also very slow at first, but the food came out in good time once we had ordered.
(3)Srikanth P.
Poor service and average food for breakfast/brunch.
(1)Person A.
Ambiance nice but noisy.
(3)Robert M.
Had the Double Cruch Roll - Awesome taste, spicy and a lot fish verus rice Had the House steak -Not so good, A little fatty and bland. Excellent service (sat at the bar and ate)
(4)Michael O.
I love Rue. They go a very good job and I think most of it has to do with the menu and the food. Not that the service isn't good but the food just always seems to be there. It has everything from Sushi to Steak Frites to that killer country omelet with fingerling potatoes, herbs, chesse and lardons. Soooooo good! I love 90% of that menu! Brunch was great today...just as I remember from years ago!
(5)Alexander P.
3.5 Stars Rue 57 is always busy, especially during the work week. Although its busy, the wait staff is surprisingly fast, and the service is good. I have been to Rue 57 several times and the food is always good. The atmosphere is cool, borderline romantic, if it weren't so busy, and the bar attracts a good after work crowd. The prices are moderate, and you can find some much "better buys" in the city. For the area, its certainly a good option, and the bar is always happening.
(4)Matt N.
Nice dinner spot with a decent wine list. The location is good for hosting out of town business travelers in midtown, but would not spend much leisure time here.. OK and nothing special was my sense.
(3)Max M.
Very good food, had oysters, a very nice seared tuna. The mini Kobe beer burger is also very good. My wife & I went back another time for drinks and the bar had out some really nice cheese & salami, love free snacks at the bar.
(4)Veronica M.
Every time I come here I suffer sub par food, bad service and tourist overload. If you're on a quest for breakfast head to Mangia down the street. If you want dinner just go somewhere else. This restaurant is nothing but a tourist trap. Don't waste your time or money.
(2)Nicole M.
I liked the variety on the menu - there's really something for everyone. I did think it was overpriced (but considering the location, I'm not at all surprised by it). I went for brunch so there were specials which makes it more affordable if you're on a budget. The meal was lovely but forgettable and I have no complaints. I know I can get a better deal and better food elsewhere. I'm not making plans to go back.
(3)Aimee C.
I have the biggest crush on the sweetest guy and we were wandering around the city and came across this restaurant, in which he's been wanting to try and me... starving, was dying to eat. We arrived around 4pm, the mid-day menu was sparse, but satisfying. An assortment of salads and quick bites and a course of sushi. I am a huge fan of sushi, any restaurant that serves sushi well is on my list of must see.. It's funny, as I walked in the door, it didn't seem like a place with sushi, more so a Parisian brasserie.... but never judge a book by it's cover, the sushi was full and flavorful.. surprising and exquisitely delightful.
(4)Mia S.
I want to like this place because it's one of the few places with decent food in the area. However, the service is terrible. I have been for brunch twice and both times had terrible waiters. The first time, our waiter was very rude and acted like we were really imposing on him for ordering our food. He forgot to bring the toast my mom ordered with her eggs. We had to ask for it a couple of times and when it finally arrived, he just threw it on the table. It wasn't even on a plate! We went back a couple of months later hoping that the service would have improved. It had not. We had a different waiter who had a serious attitude problem. He seemed so annoyed when we ordered and even complained about having to go downstairs to the kitchen to get our food. I don't have any complaints about the food, but I would recommend avoiding this place because the service is so bad. Plus, it is really loud and crowded.
(2)Brian C.
This is a solid go-to place in mid-town if you like French brasseries. As someone who has previously lived in France, I would say that Rue 57 is not quite as authentic as Balthazar's, but not nearly as pretentious either. It is an especially good place for larger, boisterous groups, as the space is large and the ambience very festive. My favorite of their dishes is the dijon mussels, which is one of my favorite mussel dishes in NYC. The mixture of the spicy dijon with the more neutral mussels is a very balanced and inspired combination. The rest of their menu is solid - with the steak frites, kobe beef sliders and French Onion soup all worthy of mention (although none of these dishes, except for the mussels, are particularly memorable). Overall, I think Rue 57 is a good option if you are looking for a large, lively brasserie in Midtown. There might be a few better options in the city (i.e. Balthazar's/Pastis), but not in that part of town.
(3)Ashley J.
Good for a late night meal in that area of manhattan. Went on a rainy Sunday night and got the roasted chicken while my boyfriend had the Bass. Both were very sauced up...which was good but took away from the meat flavors. Side dishes are pretty good but he veggie dishes have butter, butter, and more butter. In summary- a saucy restaurant.
(3)Angie D.
I had the best steak frites in Rue 57. The server knew exactly what he was about. I would definitely come here again.
(4)Mike V.
I only had a Caesar salad and a beer totaling a stay of about 30 minutes at this place, but forthwith time I was there, the service was great and quick, the food came right out (we sat at the shorter tables by the bar), and the atmosphere was busy but very cool. Dim lighting was a nice touch, my gf liked. I would check this place out again.
(3)Josh R.
I have never written a bad review of a restaurant....however here it goes. This place is a tourist trap..feels like i'm stuck in a bad restaurant at disneyland. With the 1000's of restaurants in New York City, i would even take Mc Donalds over this place. The foods is sub-par, the coffee was TERRIBLE and the General Manager (his name is Michael Lahara is absolutely rude to his waitstaff, which is probablly why our server seemed irritated. I would not recommend this place to anyone other than an enemy...and it better be a bad enemy.
(1)J. M.
We are so crazy about this place, that we dine there often. The food is always excellent. Our favorite is the House Chicken special with green beans, they have a greeeaaaatttt Ice Cream sunday. Try it!!!! The service is Fantastic. The Hosts are lovely. We think you'll love it
(5)Becky M.
So where do you go to brunch when you're on 57th street? Rue 57? Only if you're going to eat eggs florentine. Located on the southeast corner of 57th & 6th Ave. this brasserie style restaurant is always busy for brunch. I finally learned that it's strictly because of location & loss of other options. I've been here about 3 different times and each time I had a good experience except for yesterday. The first few times had ordered the eggs florentine, which, i must say is the best rendition of it that i've ever tasted. It's served in a large bowl with 2 pieces of brioche hidden under a mound of baby spinach with mushrooms & chunks of bacon, 2 poached eggs & topped with hollandaise sauce made from lobster stock. Yesterday I brought a couple friends to join before we hit the MOMA. My glorious eggs florentine, still near perfection, but my friends each ordered omelets & they were the sorriest looking things ever. One omelet was large, not so fluffly, and only half full of its contents accompanied by a sprig of watercress & 4 triangle shaped toast points so small they should have been for paté instead. I was embarrassed. My other friend ordered a country omelet & a side of sausage. This omelet was better but the server said it came with french fries & we never saw any. The side of sausage was 4 little links, diner-stye. I took a bite and almost threw up. They tasted like old pork sausage links that were frozen, thawed, and left out for days. Denny's makes a meaner sausage. The menu here is huge strange mix of French & Japanese serving sushi. Overall, I don't totally write this place off. I will definitely go back for the eggs florentine, this dish is the reason I rated this place a 3, coffee, & perfectly poured mimosas. Everything other than that is at your own risk.
(3)Pierre K.
Nice Brunch, but the place is very noisy!
(3)erik g.
I love the place for a quick bite but I would definitely stay away from the sushi as it is not so good
(3)Dina B.
Went for a business dinner, loud but nice atmosphere. Everyone seemed to love their food, my food was only ok. Beet salad, not much beets on there, but still good. Yellowfin Tuna, some pieces were perfect, some were tough and overcooked, but the greens were great. Expensive, but what isn't in NYC.
(3)Angela C.
Love the Rue 57 ambience, service and food. One of my top choices when traveling to New York on business.
(4)Dawn H.
This was a very good place to go to late at night. My friend had the French Onion Soup, which she completely slurped down, and I had the Frites with Sauce au Poirve and the Lobster Potato Corn hash which was delicious. Service was attentive without being pushy. My only complaint would be that the food didn't arrive as hot as it could be. Every thing was lukewarm.
(4)West C.
I am surprised to see good reviews about this place, maybe was the time that i went ( late lunch 3:30 pm) ,The Menu was very small and what ever i asked for, they didn't have it, so Finally i order a beef Carpaccio, 3 mini Burgers, Chicken soup and a Cobb salad. lol well , was my girlfriend and i and we were starving. The beef carpaccio was the worse i ever had, very salty. The Cobb salad was Delicious and that made me happy ; ) . The mini burgers was also very tasty and my girlfriend was very pleased with her chicken soup and crackers. The location i think is a plus , we sat outside and felt like i was back home in Lincoln Road. My Waiter tried to please us but kept on telling us that they were very stingy over there and they don't add ons to the food , because my girlfriend wanted mozzarella cheese with her sandwich. I heard so many good things about this place that my not so good first experience wont stop me from trying one more time. : )
(3)Deborah L.
Food is fine but the front is pretty chaotic- everyone is told 15 minutes.....
(2)J K.
I've been to dinner here twice, and can we say MEDIOCRE? The decor and prime corner location tricks you (and tourists) into thinking that it is another Balthazar, but it ain't - Given its French bistro setting, rather than specializing in French bistro fare, it also features a sushi bar, and a mediocre one at that. Steak frites, sushi rolls and creme brulee were nothing to write home about, and the miso Chilean bass was ok. Although the wait staff was great, the host and hostess were TERRIBLE, and the reason why I will walk down just one block and patronize the Korean/Indian/Japanese restaurants on 56th between 6th and 5th Ave. My friend and I had an 8:00 pm show to catch and saw NINE EMPTY TABLES for two but was made to wait an additional 30 minutes for a table that was empty the entire time we were waiting. With the many dining options nearby, there's no reason to patronize a restaurant with such unacceptably incompetent management.
(2)Frankie A.
Good food and nice atmosphere equal good place to go. The place can be loud at times. So it may not be the best place to go on a romantic date. be ready to spend some money too...
(4)J. L.
We stopped here for brunch before visiting the MoMa. This is a reliable, fast, nice place for a tasty Sunday brunch. The food was good, but not spectacular. I had the eggs, lox and onion scramble with bagel crisps. It was a little on the salty side, and the eggs tasted a bit dry, but overall I enjoyed my meal. The service was very fast, and our waitress was attentive and friendly. The decor was also pleasant and classic - nothing trendy or particularly unique. I would come back if I was in the neighborhood, but wouldn't go out of my way.
(3)vinnie t.
I prob wouldn't of eaten at this place if wasn't so hungry and plus I was craving sushi. the sushi was ok nothing spectacular that would bring me back. something about serving sushi at what I think was a Italian restaurant doesn't seem to appealing. it's like having steak at baskin robins...not a good idea
(2)Oleg P.
Great place for breakfast. Has tables outside.
(4)Kristin C.
Definitely an interesting, unique place. Was kind of surprised at the type of food they had ...french/asian? We stopped in for lunch and weren't all that hungry, so we kind of "snacked." We shared the lamb sliders and a dragon roll. I mean hey, we were at a french/asian place, so might as well make a lunch in a similar fashion. The sliders were so moist and flavorful. Not overcooked, which many mini burgers can be. And topped with my all time favorite anything -- goat cheese. The dragon roll was good too, definitely felt odd eating it there, but nonetheless, it was good. The restaurant was busy, but everything came out quickly and the service was good as well.
(4)liam B.
Just had Lunch there. The Cuban Sandwich was good but the steak sandwich that we ordered medium rare came and it tasted of ash. We complained and the manager came over and took it away. We were informed by the server that the manager was taking it off the bill but the manager never came over after that and server told us he was not involved with the kitchen. The manager struggled to maintain eye contact and didn't mention anything on the way out. I really don't give two craps about the money. If someone told me my food was substandard I would thank them for it, investigate (i.e. take the sandwich apart in the kitchen and look at it) and then come back and confirm to them (I know I was right my had smelt of bonfire - like he'd burnt something on the hot plate but carried on cooking on it) and I would tell them that I would remove it from the bill and buy them coffee as an apology. I wouldn't leave them feeling like they were a petty criminal (having just spent $120 for lunch for two excluding the deduction for the burnt steak). Service was just indifferent to the point of conceit - premium prices for substandard customer service. Shame really as my girlfriend loves to go to Tao when we are in NYC but I am loathed to give this chain my money now.
(1)Jennifer L.
Cute brasserie that serves average food. The grilled cheese was disappointing...bread was too dry and cheese didn't pack enough of a flavor punch. Also, my bloody mary seemed very watered down. Rue 57 is ok, but not great. I'd spend my money and my time elsewhere.
(3)Karol S.
Great omelets and frites. Excellent service with surprisingly good prices for the location.
(4)Leslie O.
It was nice to eat "al-fresco" but so what if the food is just alright. I went on a Sunday afternoon and the lunch menu was not exciting (brunch was over). Maybe I'm completely wrong but I don't want to order sushi in a French restaurant. I would be more tolerant it's mixed in, like a French-Japanese fusion or something, otherwise it doesn't make sense. My friend and I tried a few appetizers and everything was just ok, it was tastier because we were very hungry. The ribs were ok and I didn't like the Wasabi mash (only fusion I saw on the menu). The Lobster, Corn and Potato hash was interesting.
(3)Jonathan C.
I've had take-out lunch from Rue 57 dozens of times, though I've only dined in person here once. I've ordered almost everything on their menu, so this review is summary, rather than exhaustive. The food tends to be very fresh and well-prepared, with top-notch ingredients and large portions; this is all reflected in their high prices. Of the appetizers, the French onion soup and the beet salade are the best (though all the appetizers are worth ordering). The salads are delicious (though they usually--infuriatingly--forget to add the dressing on to-go orders). The tuna niçoise salade is my favorite, it comes with several hefty slices of seared tuna, anchovies, capers, and everything else that you'd expect. The steak salade is also worth having. The sandwiches are overpriced and sometimes bland. They should be ashamed for charging $13.50 for their anemic grilled vegetable sandwich. The best entrées are the rigatoni Bolognese and the French meatloaf (both gut-busters) and the broiled salmon. The veal shank (a dinner special) is serviceable. The spaghetti with grilled shrimp is far too buttery. Don't bother with any of the sides. They're too overpriced. And for a French place, the fries aren't that good. The sushi's tasty, but, really, if you want sushi, go to a sushi place instead. If you do order off that side of the menu, stick with the sashimi. The rolls are good, but are too heavily sauced and covered with fried things, suggesting that they're not too confident in the quality of the fish in the rolls. Despite the mixed feelings about some of their dishes I've expressed in this review, there are far too many terrible cafes and restaurants in the vicinity of 57th and 6th. If you're in the area for lunch, and don't mind paying a little more for a large step up in quality, you'll enjoy Rue 57.
(4)Jonathan W.
This place was very loud and crowded for a Tuesday night. The seats were rather far apart from each other across the table. There were tons of people, and the guy sitting at the next table kept getting up and squeezing between the tables. Other people are very close to you. For 30 dollars I ordered Flight of Tokyo, a Japanese meal. There was a greater quantity of Wasabi than food, and that includes the ginger. It was more decorative than food - they drew the restaurant's name in green ketchup on the plate.
(1)Nenette Y.
Went here for brunch... our server SCARED me... he had these crazy eyes that wouldn't quit and I swear he was tryin to breath through his eyeballs! If I wasn't so damn hungry (service took awhile) I would've taken a picture. Food (when we received it) was good, although my friend got a bad stomach ache from the steak and frites he ordered...the spinach was WAY too salty and we damn near puffed up within 5 minutes of consumption. My entree (bagel with lox) was fine, although I must take a stab yet again at the service because I am STILL WAITING FOR THE SECOND MIMOSA I ASKED FOR!!!
(3)Lenora's Buzz On All Things Good C.
Wonderful food great bar me and my boyfriend loved it good place to take a date
(5)Torrance W.
This was a pleasant surprise. I stumbled on Rue 57 after leaving Central Park and of course read Yelp and decided let's give it try. I ate at the bar and the bartender and others from the bar were all very nice. I ordered the French Onion Soup, Chicken Scallappini (thanks Rick) and the Apple Tart. Everything was fantastic...the Chicken was so good I could have honestly sopped up the sauce (that's Southern for ya). I definitely recommend it...
(4)Mona W.
Pretty standard food ( burgers, salads, sushi etc). What i found surprisingly good was their rock shrimp! It might be better than Nobu's! They also have a fairly decent brunch.
(3)Nicole H.
A lot of bang for your buck here! At first glance at the menu, I thought it was rather pricey... I mean paying 14 dollars for a grilled cheese? But once we were seated the lovely waiter was so nice and attentive not to mention the atmosphere was so relaxing and pleasant. I could care less however, for being seated at the tables in the rear of the restaurant as you are practically dining with your neighbor, but oh well. Food was great- large portions so bring your appetite!
(4)Kathleen S.
Its my standby. Its fancy enough to feel like you've really gone out, without being crazy expensive. I've been here with so many people and EVERYONE has liked it. Thats like, impossible. I love the bread, I've had the sushi, the pasta, the steak--its all good. The desserts are amazing. I'm not understanding the "just okay" reviews, but different strokes I guess. . . .
(5)Junkfoodie Q.
2.75 stars. Ordered the Lyon omelette and shared a side of the apple-smoked bacon and salmon home fries. The omelette pretty good, with melted brie and sweet red peppers, I probably should've added some salt and pepper for a bit more taste. It came with a large slice of garlic sausage, which was somewhat dry and not as garlicky as I was hoping. The bacon was also good, but a little too thick-cut for my taste (I prefer my bacon thin and extra crispy). The home fries were a disappointment, basically mashed hash browns with smoked salmon scattered on top. While the hash browns themselves were yummy, the salmon was WAY too salty (and I'm actually a salty-food person). Overall, the meal was ok. Our waiter was excellent, always friendly and prompt, but the food overall was a little bit of a disappointment. They have an interesting menu with brunch items and burgers and ....sushi??
(3)Henry F.
Very nice breakfast. Had an herb omelet, oj and coffee special. Got a chocolate croissant on the side. All very good.
(4)e w.
Average, unimpressive French faire. Not much else to say, walk on to somewhere else, too many other good bistros and brasseries in the city.
(3)Marc B.
I have been to the restaurant on 3 separate occasions, all for dinner. Each time the service has been pleasant, friendly, and relatively fast. The drinks are exceptionally strong (try the dirty martini), and the wine selection is varied, although with a few hit or misses. I was exceptionally impressed by the shrimp tempura, wasabi mashed potatoes, and the lobster corn hash. For entrees, I HIGHLY recommend the kobe beef miniburgers, which are perfectly cooked and come with great pomme frites. The filet mignon comes in a wonderful wine reduction sauce and is a large portion, albeit an expensive one. The sushi and sashimi have been great, if a little pricey. All the food portions are larger than you might find at a similarly priced restaurant with nice ambiance. My one complaint would be that the restaurant can be quite noisy during the busy part of the dinner hours although it is still tolerable. The bathroom service is phenomenal and you will walk out feeling like a prince. Enjoy.
(5)Navid T.
Ok, so i walk into this place, and the host was such a dick. He was acting really aristocratic. I wanted to leave right there, but my friend was like fuck it that's why hes a 28 year old host. Anyways, the food sucked. Overpriced, and shitty. Everything here sucked. I got the sliders, and they were burnt on the outside and raw on the inside. I dont know how they managed to fuck something up so bad. The two of us spend like $60 on shit, we both walked out disgusted, dont waste ur time at this shitty place
(1)Parisa S.
I got dragged here, I swear. There are no words for how disgusting it was. This is not sushi. It can't be. It tasted like day-old grocery store sushi. And not even Whole Foods, at that. I'm talking D'ag or AP, or some other low-rent grocery store where there are no sushi chefs on premises. ICKY ICKY POO POO
(1)Chris B.
I like to go here either before or after a walk in Central Park with friends, for a "just what I needed" brunch. I'm a benedict person, pretty needy about it, actually, but the French Toast here is so wonderful, it could drive me to not order benedict!
(4)Deborah D.
That was no sirloin burger I had. Lots of hard grizzle to take out and the dessert profiteroles were frozen shells. To top it off they charged us $4 for a 1oz ramekin of extra sauce for the burger and $1.50 for lettuce and tomatoes on the burger. I felt like I was a Burger King. Why not build into the $14 burger? To top it off the manager was rude about it all. I'd never eat here again.
(1)Kristy G.
the best burgers and fries in new york city little bit pricey but definaltey worth every penny
(5)J T.
I can't hate on this place - mostly because every time I go here, I'm full at the end of the meal, which is usually brunch. I must say that it's never my first choice. Everything is pretty much "just OK" and suffices for brunch.
(3)Matt R.
This was my first time to Rue 57 and they had some excellent music coming from downstairs. We went nuts on ordering appetizers and food. Everything came out just right in how it was cooked and we couldn't have been more pleased with the environment and our service. We did notice that looking at this place that it would probably look like soe 30's throwback if he saw it in the daylight.
(4)Ellen B.
went for brunch on a friday and it was delish! it wasnt too crowded so everyone was attentive. the french toast with strawberries and this vanilla sauce was sooooooo good. the home fries were also really good with red peppers and onions.
(5)Paulina C.
food was mediocre, service was mediocre, staff was mediocre. what does this mean? it's MEDIOCRE. the only thing good that came out of this dinner was we got a good buzz and a ton of laughs. damn peeper killed the buzz, damn you! (see grand hyatt review) check your statements, this placed charged me three times for the same meal. thanks to the oversight, my dinner was free of charge. could have been a 3 star.....
(2)Sasha B.
You gotta take Rue 57 for what it is - a restaurant that primarily serves the Midtown work crowd and random tourists that happened to walk by. I personally love this spot but that's because I'm not coming here for dinner and expecting amazing food. I come here for the atmosphere at the bar, the tuna tartar (so good!), and a glass of cab. This place is great when it's cold or nasty outside because it's warm and cozy and you can really relax at the bar area. The bartenders are always friendly but not too in your face. The tuna tartar is probably the best I've ever had. The sliders and french onion soup are not bad but nothing to write home about. I recommend this place for a drink or two but not for a meal.
(4)Gregg N.
had cappuccinos and almond croissants for a business meeting. good breakfast spot, service only ok. waiter did admit they got the baked products from new jersey! ha, that made me happy.
(4)Brooklyn I.
I'm a fan, the service here an be a little annoying. I usually ask for Cody, he's the guy in the mohawk but he's a great waiter. the chicken soup is inedible and i've never had the sushi but the rest of the menu is relatively good. I like the sliders, the hangover breakfast with poached eggs is fantastic, the apple crepes are good, and the mashed potatoes come with wasabi something which would normally frighten me but they were pretty good. Also if you like creme brulee this place does a fantastic job
(4)Ellen S.
The food and service were only OK. I liked th mini-burgers but i would not be rushing back.
(3)Angela N.
The fries are too salty and the drinks watered down.
(1)Scott W.
Went here before seeing Flight of the Conchords @ Radio City. The service was great, even quick because our server knew we had to catch a show. We started off with some martinis, mine was pomegranate and I forget hers so it couldn't have been that great...Afterwards we had a couple of delicious Rue 57 sirloin burgers and the tempura battered shrimp with asian dressing. The shrimp was phenomenal and the burgers tasty. A little over priced, but overall quality food, good drinks, good service, and a nice atmosphere.
(4)Sonia K.
I have only been here for lunch and especially in the summer it is jam packed. Great location for a restaurant. The food is ok..nothing to rave about. The service is not bad at all. I'd say it is worth one visit...so you can decide for youself.
(3)Theresa X.
the MUSSELS DIJIONNAISE are pretty bomb and the BEET SALAD was good. damnit, too bad the YELLOWFIN TUNA TARTAR was wack. i want to try more dishes...
(4)Yujin L.
This place is in the neighborhood so stopped by for brunch and it was quite enjoyable. The food & service was good and I really liked the ambiance. I also enjoy walking by this place and seeing folks sitting outside. Just a few weeks ago, I spotted a celebrity sitting outside as I walked by. I really enjoyed him in "Infamous" (he played the Truman Capote character) so got a kick out of seeing him. So anyway, this place is a good spot and it must be popular because it's a big place, but always filled with people.
(4)Jinny S.
ok, ok, it's a bit loud inside. but it's midtown, what do you expect? and sure, there are a lot of suits. again, midtown. you have to deal with certain things in certain areas of town. fine. i'm glad to see that most people like this place, but i'm completely surprised by the fact that no one has mentioned their mussels. i dream about these mussels. i sit in my office, fantasizing about them. sometimes, i call out to them in times of distress. first off, they come in a dijonnaise sauce. soooo, it sticks to the mussels. the damn things don't just steam in the sauce, the sauce covers them. second, they put a crusty piece of bread at the bottom of the bowl to soak up the sauce and mussel juice. that way, when you're all done monsching on some primo mussels, you have this treat at the end - a dijonnaise/mussel soaked piece of bread that is now super soft and tasty. and third, well, there is no third, other than the fact that you are eating mussels. try them. at least once. ooh, and their wasabi laced whipped potatoes aren't something to be missed either.
(4)Clint A.
This has become one of my frequent Sunday brunch spots. I highly recommend the Brioche French Toast with vanilla laced marscapone. It's sinfully good.
(4)Megan W.
Get a good bottle of wine, spinach, parm and balsamic salad and a good cut of beef for dinner... HEAVEN. Can be a place to see and be seen. PRICEY. I cant say 'its just like being in paris' i mean lets get real, you are in the middle of NYC. Def a upscale 'date' spot
(4)grace g.
my old boss spotted a movie star at this joint. their champagne with some purple liquor was delish, i especially liked the candied sugar drops on the rim of the champagne glass...lickity goodness. the food was delish. surprised my old company had taken us out to dinner as opposed to the usual ordering in from the best places around this area.
(5)Stella B.
Absolutely CRAWLING with tourists! Seriously, I couldn't count the orange women from Boca and the overly excited young children on one hand. All that aside, I enjoyed Rue 57. Popcorn shrimp delicious and slathered in a sauce that was probably the nutritional value of a toenail, but still yummy beyond expectation. Mini Kobe burgers were cooked excellently, juicy yet not too greasy. Slightly messy. Fries were nothing special, although they were nice and crunchy which I like. The highlight, though, was my sister's red snapper which she offered me a bite of. I tell you, positively ORGASMIC. It was food bliss. Incredible. The fish was soft with a crunchier outside, and the miso glaze was simply delightful. We decided to skip dessert because we were stuffed, but I would definitely go back to try their sushi/and or dessert. Strongly recommend. Would have given 5 stars if it weren't for all the tourists.
(4)Tan C.
so it's french japanese fusion. i came here for brunch. typical brunch dishes. had the eggs benedict. i wasn't jaw dropping, but it was very typical of what eggs benedict should be. i also tried the omelet melted brie and sweet red peppers. it was kinda bland in my opinion. my only gripe is the waiter recommended the home fries with smoked salmon. it was REALLY salty. as if someone accidentally spilled salt on the dish. overall, it's not a bad place. i would like to check out dinner at some other point in time.
(3)Evie P.
Do not go to this place. I recently went here for brunch with my friends and we had a bad experience. I was eating my food and next thing I know, I found a feather bone in my cooked spinach...thank goodness I didn't choke on it. My friend had the breakfast burrito w/ salad on the side and she got sick from the food. We think they washed the greens with the poultry. This place used to be good, but not anymore. If you do go and decide to try this place, be very careful!!
(1)Jay G.
A really good place to get some lunch. I hear that at dinner time, the crowds can be thick, so i stay away at night. I had the Burger a few times. great fries. Dip them in mayo..
(4)Carole M.
I was here on President's Day with four friends. We went thru 2 bottles of wine pretty quickly. I tasted my friend's fish soup and thought it was the best thing I've ever had. It came with 3 sauces- a parsley pesto, red pepper aioli, and fennel puree. It was knockout. I had the onion soup which was very substantial, very French and very perfect for a winter day. Also had the yellowtail tuna sandwich. I was haunted by the fish soup so I went back this week to see if it was all that I remembered. This time I was alone and sober. The chef leaned a little too heavily on the salt this time. Rue 57 always feels like there's a party going on and they have the flirtiest schmooziest waiters ever. Our waiter Even gave us his website info, as well as his father's! For the most touristy corner in NYC, Rue 57 is a fun time.
(4)Raoul D.
Been here many times, but only for drinks and appetizers. They're equipped to serve the Holy Grail of martinis: Old Raj gin, Vya vermouth, and gorgonzola stuffed olive. Try it at once!
(4)your n.
Great midtown Bistro...Good drinks....loud but awesome atmosphere...Bring your friends from out of town here...you won't regret it.
(5)Shreya M.
The food here is absolutely great. My personal favorite is the potato crusted salmon dish, with a side of grilled asparagus. They have a diverse menu and even an extensive sushi bar. (Though I personally wouldn't order sushi unless I was at a Japanese restaurant!) Their scene is a bit shishi poopoo for my usual tastes, but the night time crowd (though it's loud) brings the place back down to earth. A great place to go if you want to get a drink with a friend, or an evening dessert and coffee. I recommend the vanilla creme brulee.
(4)Jennifer W.
Great restaurant and service. However, it is fairly noisy inside during their busy hours, it's well worth it!
(4)Sean P.
Very crowded. Expect to sit on top of each other. Hoped for more from the Rue 75 Burger since it was recommended. Arrived undercooked. Fries were a bit cold as well. Good service but can't recommend.
(1)C X.
Though many have called Rue 57 'Rude 57', my experience there last night was quite the opposite. Having not dined there in over a year, I decided to drop in for dinner. I used to frequent it quite a lot in the beginning of the decade. I originally requested a table outside (pretty foolish considering it was still over 80 degrees at 930pm) and was told 20 minutes. My table was ready in less than 20 minutes and when seated I realized I would not be able to deal with the heat, I asked and was immediately and cheerfully given a table inside. My waiter was unobtrusive but there when needed, extremely friendly and professional. I had the Mussels Dijonnaise to start, which was excellent; next I had the Meatloaf entree, both were as good as I remember having them years ago there. Rue 57 seems to have a mixed crowd, allot of tourists (the usual stuff, kids, people in flipflops and shorts), but that aside, it is in my opinion a very good dining experience.
(3)Bob B.
Ate breakfast there while on a trip to NYC. Had a great breakfast menu and the service was good. I would have liked to go back there for dinner. Seemed a bit touristy, but as a tourist, it seemed great to me.. ;)
(4)Lydia L.
When Rue 57 first opened in my Carnegie Hall neighborhood, it was great. I enjoyed the closer proximity of a neighborhood French bistro after hauling bum down to Balthazar's for so long. Rue has great space, outdoor seating, a hoppin' bar scene, sushi and amazing martinis to boot. It can be a bit touristy but it has some singular NY qualities which make it a reliable stop during a day out. It is very well situated near great shopping and Central Park. My favorites here were the roasted chicken, sushi and the seafood tower. While sitting outside on a nice day in NYC is a fun thing, it is a bit noisy and pedestrian heavy so reserving a table along the perimeter is probably a better option. I also like the loos downstairs though when I was there, they had a matron which to me is a bit uncomfortable. I should not have to tip for going a la toilette as I am perfectly able to get a towel for myself.
(4)Nathan T.
Rue 57 has these freakin' tiny Kobe beef burgers that are buttery and delicious and so cute you wanna just pinch their buns. But it also costs $15 for a plate of three of the bite-size burgers, and the rest of the food here seems a bit on the pricey side. Also, the crowded tables are packed close together, so make sure, as I do, that you're the guy with the most annoying laugh in the room. It's always better to annoy than to be annoyed.
(3)Nathalie C.
"Very easy to get a table. A great place to go after work. Food is great especially the mussels."
(4)J. S.
the food was alright. the dessert was the best. nothing out of this world
(3)Steven G.
I live in NYC, but I travel most of the year, so I took my wife for a 3 day stay in New York City. (Barclay hotel is awesome!) We have been to Paris several times and a croissant and cafe au lait (cafe creme) is what I crave for breakfast when I travel with my bride of 28 years. We were served ice cold cafe au lait and the waitress then walked out the door for a 15 minute smoke and chat with other employees. I gave up on the croissant and tried to discuss the poor service with the manager. He replied "It is good that we know". Well, it is good that I know now. I will never go back. I travel frequently and I am embarrassed that service like this exists in my home town.
(1)Ryan L.
Typical greasy bistro food. I was in a particularly juvenile mood and got a grilled cheese with fries. The food was good and definitely hit the spot, but was nothing to rave about. This is a great place to go if you're craving fries or a burger. The upper dining room is pleasant, but the lower room is too reminiscent of a dungeon - very offputting. A solid casual midtown restaurant.
(3)Melissa P.
Power-lunched here the other week and very much enjoyed it. When I looked at the online menu before coming in, I was a little surprised at the sushi/french combo, but when that inevitable brasserie vs. sushi debate breaks out, I guess you can settle by coming here. The setting is lovely, especially when it is a nice day out and all of the doors along the walls are open onto the sidewalk. It definitely gets crowded at lunch, so make a reservation or be prepared to possibly wait. Request a table by the open doors on the upper level if possible. I wasn't overly hungry the day I ate here, so I simply ordered a bowl of the french onion soup and a side of the artichoke and parm stuffed tomatoes, which were unreal. They were wonderfully tender and the filling was perfect in that it did not overpower the tomato, but had a velvety texture. My neighbors at the next table even leaned over to examine what I was eating and followed suit by ordering their own. French onion was tasty, but my bread could have been slightly less soggy - cheese was excellent and I did manage to finish all of it (I've never been one to leave any cheese behind). So for all your power-lunch-midtown-warrior needs, Rue 57 is definitely a place I would recommend for a lunch with clients or midtown work pals.
(4)Nicole R.
Went on a date here once. The food is good and the service is usually great. It's a good choice, nothing outstanding, but a really good restaurant to get dinner or lunch.
(4)Sarah N.
Absolutely horrible. We sat in our neighbors laps. The waiter was a smart-#$%. He knew nothing about the wine that we ordered and pulled his explanation out of his very smart #$%. The bread was excessively hard and blackened. The french onion soup tasted like mud with a thick onion jelly. If you really like LOADS of garlic on otherwise awful food, then this is your place. The only thing that was palettable was the baked potato...is it possible to screw up a baked potato?
(1)Greg N.
My wife and I have eaten at Rue 57 about 8 times over the last 2 years with minimal issues, and usually the food makes up for that. Now, I want to state that generally we've really enjoyed our experiences there, but after last night's events, I need to speak up since there seems to be a growing trend with the management. On our last few visits the same host has become increasingly nasty, rude and just plain obnoxious. So, with that said... We decided to go to Rue last night for my sister-in-law's birthday dinner. We had a reservation at 8pm and got to the restaurant at 7:50. Upon arrival, the hostess asked if we had a reservation. We said yes, and gave my wife's first name, which the reservation was under. She confirmed that our party was indeed for 3 people, and she showed to us a very nice table near the open windows, as we had requested an outside table when we made the reservation. As we received water and were mulling over our options, we were all very excited about having a nice meal together. Five minutes later, the main host came over to our table and very sternly said, "This is not your table, you need to get up now." We asked what he was talking about, and he repeated "this is not your table, it is for the ladies behind me, you must get up now". At that point we stated that we did have a reservation and we didn't really care what their problem was, they had already seated us at the table. This nasty man just repeated himself, saying again that the table was for a reservation under "Dana" and we were not the "Dana" party, so we had to leave. When we tried to explain that we were also a Dana party, he very snidely remarked that we were wrong and the other party was the Dana party. He must have said this at least 3 times very loudly, embarrassing my wife, sister in-law and myself, treating us like 2nd class citizens, as if we were trying to run a scam to get that table. It turns out that there was another reservation for 3 people under the same first name. And to add a little more fuel to the fire, the other Dana party had reservations at 7:30pm, 20 minutes after we were seated at "their" table. This fact alone should have allowed the host to fix things without involving us. At this point I said that I have never been treated with such disrespect at a restaurant and that this was totally unacceptable. I let him know that he has a lot to learn about how treat a customer and then had the nerve to raise his hand at me, which I told that he did not want t go there and he had better relax. By this point, it had gotten way out of hand and we were out of there. That experience was unbelievable--we have never heard of a restaurant forcing a table to move because of their own mistake. By itself, it is not such a big deal, but the nasty attitude and extreme arrogance of that maitre d' was such a smack in the face that we will never return to that restaurant. So needless to say, the owner, Marc Packer, will be receiving some registered mail on this one shortly.
(1)Marcia R.
If you're a carnivore and happen to be around 57th street, go straight for the steak salad. Probably the greatest lunch salad I've ever eaten. Even though it went for a whopping $23, it did not disappoint. Generous portion of steak, prosciutto, roquefort and veggies. Minus one star for out-of context menu items at Rue. Sushi and burritos at a French bistro? No thanks. Minus another star for mediocre service and expensive, watery coffee.
(3)Sam N.
i used to live in the neighborhood so this was a great place to go when you never know what you want, since they have such a nice selection. there usually is never a long wait time, its a large space and the food is pretty good too. once i moved out i wouldn't really go back, but if i pass by it or am on my way to 5F, i would stop by. a great patisserie-type place! the kobe burgers are mouth watering.
(4)Anna S.
I went to brunch here and was sorely disappointed. When I first walked in, I was encouraged by the menu and was very pleased with the decor and layout of the place. Very Parisian and you just wish you were in France. We were sat without a wait at a beautiful corner table. Things were looking great. The first course came out -- an incredible serving of steamed mussels. Very rich, but absolutely delicious - good in size and very flavorful. But then, the rest of the meal was completely disappointing. The mediterranean frittata was absolutely horrendous. Its very rare that I send a dish back, but this one was gone! It was flat, overwhelmed by feta cheese and extremely oily. It was swimming in oil. I picked at it trying to find some egg to the dish and just decided, no, can't do it. I asked the waiter if I could get something in exchange for it. He brought over a different menu, as their restaurant went from brunch to late lunch during the time that I had first ordered and they would not make an exception to make me a brunch item. Irritated, I decided to just eat the mussels and declined to replace my nightmare oily dish with another. Here is where it gets REALLY bad. The check came and the waiter had still charged for the meal that I returned. When it was brought to his attention that the charge had not been returned as the dish had, he said "I checked with my manager and he told me to leave it on." IS THIS A JOKE??? We asked the waiter again to remove the charge (particularly considering we had ordered more than enough to satisfy a healthy tip) and he gave us a shrug off and said "like I said, it's not in my control." I suggest that the owners of Rue 57 replace their management team if they want to be known for customer service. Because in the restaurant business in New York, you can never make a foodie like me mad or we'll Yelp about it!!!
(1)Janet H.
beautiful restaurant with great atmosphere. their warm apple crepe is great, and omelets are good too. get the french fries - apparently they are famous for their fries.
(5)Jaime S.
very crowded at lunch because it is in a big business district, but everytime i've been there the food has been pretty good and in giant portions.
(4)Arjan S.
I had the Kobe burgers and they were absolutely delicious! They came with fries that were great as well. I like the atmosphere there and the service was friendly. They have a big Japanses selection--though i don't know if i would ever try that though--i would stick to the basic food here and it shoudl be good.
(4)Tiffany T.
Went here for a business lunch, the food was excellent, although I only ordered a simple salad dish. That particular day there was a temperature problem and it was really hot, but i'm sure it's not usually like that. Staff was very attentive. Good for group lunches and I'd come back for brunch or a casual dinner.
(4)Janna S.
I really loved the fusion of Japanese and French cuisine. Went here on a date and had an overall good experience. Our waiter was timely, however I can't believe the hostess wasn't sent home to change outfits. Her hair was down and wet and was not a great first impression of the restaurant. I started with the Rue Sangria and it was fantastic. For my main course, I ordered the open-faced yellowfin tuna sandwich and it was good. It was an overly large portion of fish, which I wasn't expecting, and had to actually eat the sandwich with a fork. If I were to recommend any future orderers of this sandwich, I would suggest you ask for the chef to grill the tuna for a bit longer, as it would give it a better consistency with the rest of the sandwich. I overall had a nice experience here. Good location. Great selection of food and drinks. Nice ambience. Am planning on coming back to try more items.
(4)Fawn V.
Usually would never consider a place like this. But since i was being treated i went along w. my friend's suggestion. Mushroom salad=yum. Chilean Seabass=phenomenal. Side of stuffed tomatoes=delish. Chocolate Molten Lava cake (*that was referred to by another name but i forgot it but really it was a chocolate molten lava cake)=a lil piece of heaven on a plate.
(5)S R.
Terrible service, food, and price. I love food and love dining. My hobby is going to nice restaurants and eating good food. I have no problem spending money on anything delicious. I regret coming here, and will NOT be back. Plus, the staff was sloppy.
(1)Marisa F.
Sadly, Rue 57 was a huge (and costly) disappointment. We were in the area last night, pre-theater, and looking for somewhere to grab a quick, but nice, bite. We passed this place and the boy said, "I've always wanted to try it out". Unfortunately I made the mistake of not checking Yelp reviews before agreeing. We each started with the french onion soup, which was good but nothing special. For my meal, I had the beet salad and an order of fries. The fries were great -- crispy, salted just right, and piping hot. Definitely the highlight of our meal. I have major qualms with the way the beet salad is described on the menu. "Bosch pears" = two thin slices of pear on top of the greens and "baked goat cheese" = three cold lumps of goat cheese with breadcrumbs. Not cool, Rue 57. He had the lamb sliders, which actually made him feel sick -- this is a man who rarely leaves a plate unfinished, let alone barely touched. One star for our friendly, attentive waiter who made sure we left with enough time to get to our 8 pm show. One star for the nice wine list and fries. But overall, his stomach and my wallet were hurting when we left, and we will certainly not be back.
(2)Katherine L.
I like it that it's spacious and fancy looking without being too trendy. I can have a decent conversation without shouting sitting at the bar with a nice glass of wine. The reisling is very good here, sweet and fresh. The bartender is not talkative but knows his stuff. I don't like to have a whole crowd gather around me when I'm sitting at the bar, and except for a few minutes, that didn't happen all evening. It's a decent choice in this neighborhood.
(3)Susan L.
We had Brunch here and it was amazing! The best Brioche french toast with strawberry and vanilla mascarpone! Cant wait to go back when we are in the city!
(5)Cliff F.
I always stop in to Rue 57 when I'm in the city, and each time has been a treat. sunday brunch is a favorite as its the only day when they serve an epic fruit and yogurt parfait. location is great (almost directly across from 9 West Bldg) but comes through in the prices. steak tartare is a treat.
(4)Mallory H.
I have been here twice, both times with out-of-towners. 1st time: March 08, my sister and I took my mother to brunch for her birthday. we are picky tea drinkers, and the teas we ordered were perfectly steeped, the mimosas were delish, and the food and service was fantastic. 2nd time: May 09, my sister and I went with my grandparents after mass at St. Patrick's. The. BEST. Bloody. Mary. I've. Ever. Had. Perfection. PERFECTION! I would come back to order one alone. yes, both times it was packed and touristy and loud, but both times I had a lovely visit and walked out satisfied.
(5)Melanie R.
Went here for breakfast and it was delicious! Herb and Tomato Omlette yum! Also there Rue 57 Tea was very good!
(4)Sarah C.
I met a few of the girls here for brunch and it was lovely. I had the eggs florentine and a cup of coffee. The eggs were standard brunch fair. Two of the girls had salads and my other friend had the apple crepes. She said they were yummy but that the sauce was a bit much. The prices were reasonable and the portions were generous. Not a bad place but not a place to rave about. If you can't get a Sunday table at Sarabeth's, this place will do but you could do better. We had to wait to be seated, it was sunday brunch and this is NYC so that was to be expected. The staff was really nice and despite how packed the waiting area was there seating was remarkable roomy. They don't jam you in like many New York brunch places tend to do on Sundays. (Attn all NYC snobs...this restaurant is in Midtown and WILL be packed with tourists from the midwest planning their trip to Serendipity. If you can't handle that go elsewhere.)
(3)Lindsay E.
Great light and lively atmosphere for a group or a casual date. We ordered Sushi as an appetizer, and it was surprisingly delicious. Out of the Rainbow Roll, Spicy Tuna, and Chefs roll, Chefs was definitely my favorite (tuna, salmon roll with kelp and chef's special sauce). We also ordered Rock Shrimp for the table which was also very good, but not stand-out. For my entree, I ordered the miso glazed sea bass which I enjoyed, but like the rock shrimp, was not extraordinary. We finished with a warm Ice Cream Sunday which was a great way to end the meal. Try: Chef's Roll, Fries, Miso Glazed Sea Bass Skip: Rainbow Roll *Check out all my NYC restaurant reviews at lindsayevens.posterous.c…
(4)Amanda R.
The first 4 times i came here it was to die for (kept coming back) then i went back and it was slightly off but hey everyones entitled to an off day. my order every time items are steak tatare, beef carpaccio, filet mignon and the roast chicken which is SUPERB. always busy but a reservation not necessary with 4 or less.
(4)Jason N.
They had Torro and other great fresh sushi options. :)
(4)Arthur K.
Yelp, you told me not to get the Kobe sliders. But I did. Bad idea. They were moist, but tasteless. The fries were decent, but nothing better than what I'd get at a specialty burger joint. Fortunately the rest of the menu fared better. The Lox, Eggs, and Onion were delicious. This dish consists of salmon scrambled with eggs and onion. There are thinly toasted bagel-like wafers served with the dish. The salmon was good, the eggs added a comforting texture, and the onions gave the dish a bit of pep. The French Toast was not too sweet, but not bland. The strawberries and marzipan was a perfect finishing touch. Also, the Cuban was fairly good. The pork wasn't overpowering and flavors were balanced well. Eggs Florentine was interesting to the palate. A bit pricey. Good food, depending on the dish. Great service. Our waiter was friendly, informative, and attentive. 3.5 Stars.
(3)Julie T.
FILLED with tourists, such a drag. The service was great, they were very accomodating. The lobster hash is interesting, pretty good. I'd bring out of towners who wanted to go shopping in the hood.
(3)Jane K.
We needed an emergency lunch spot in midtown and Rue 57 seemed to fit the bill. Unfortunately, we were disappointed almost from the get go as we walked through the restaurant and it hit me that it felt distinctly like a "Pretend New York" you might find in Vegas or Disneyland. Our brunch dishes were mediocre, slightly overpriced, and made our stomachs hurt in the hours following. They squeezed the tables together tightly so at times you felt like you were practically sharing plates. Two neighboring groups ate and left as we dined and neither seemed to actually enjoy themselves or even converse with their companions. There was also a blond middle aged woman wandering around the tables drunkenly searching for something. And as many reviewers also comment, what brought together Parisian Brasserie and sushi bar? You cannot be everything to everybody and unfortunately the combination results in an awkward mess.
(2)D B.
Ambiance of blue crystal and stellar location with amazing execution on all levels make me love this place.
(5)Dani S.
Great Place for lunch!! Their Tuna Tar Tar was AMAZING.. and so were their burgers. We got a little of everything and shared. They are a little pricey but worth it. You will be happy with your meal.
(4)Justin S.
A good choice if you're stuck in midtown around central park south. Food was good. Would recommend the rue 57 burger packed with Roquefort if you're grabbing lunch or brunch. Kind if pricey and touristy. There are better bistros in NYC. I recommend Quatorze on 79th between 2nd and 3rd. That being said, had a very pleasant experience here.
(3)Jennisa P.
Highlight- its close to central park where a wandering tourist can just stumble upon. I had the Kobe beef sliders which were nice. The french onion soup was super yums! Overall, decent but overpriced. The service was slow but helpful when she appeared.
(3)Tyler W.
Food was ok. The burger was $20 and only came with onions and a grocery store bun. For spending a lot of money on sub par food, the service was not good at all. The waiter was nice but didn't know the beers on tap, or how to refill water. The two stars is for the crispy rice... Other than that it's not worth the time
(2)Jean Anne B.
I had the BEST French martini ever. Yum! Yum! The place was packed, the music was good and the service wonderful. The place has great energy. The only reason I am not giving them a higher rating is because I have not sampled their food yet.
(3)Virginia C.
Great service. Chicken noodle soup was wonderful (that's the only thing I had there).
(4)Karl D.
Had a very nice brunch here
(4)Jennifer P.
Great service Yummy food Amazing drinks
(4)Anna K.
My biggest complain (being a New Yorker) is that it is full of tourists. We came here for lunch wearing our business casual attire and the waiter asked us, "where ya'll folks from.' It just goes to show you that they don't get too many locals in that place. Essentially it's what you would imagine from a slightly upscale tourist joint like a Ruby Foos or Tao. As far as the food goes, it was fine. Not bad, not good, just fine. Almost like a TGIF, where the chef is having a good day.
(3)Vadim B.
Great place for a quick bite, a bit rowdy but the food is delicious, with emphasis on french cuisine. Compliments on muscles dish, very delicious. I don't think they take reservations.
(4)E H.
Loud and full of tourists -- BUT GO! Aside from their random sushi menu, this place is great. I am telling you - get the mini kobe burgers. The best I have had in the City.
(4)Lianne Z.
My clients are in the building next door so on my first day with this account, they took me there for lunch. What could be a good midtown location is ruined by slow service and a heavily confused menu. Is it a steakhouse? Is it American fare? Is it Japanese? There are sliders and sushi rolls. What?!!! I know I should be elated that they embrace the eclectic but for some reason I just get pissed off by their efforts. I don't know why. It's just like they are trying too hard. It's like they tried to be a fusion restaurant and then lost ambition halfway through. I hate quitters. The salads weren't that fresh and the steaks weren't great quality. They sure have balls to charge their clientele a lot for mediocre service and food. The ambiance is nice but I think that may be the only thing they have going for them. I'd like to give it another fair try so..... maybe stay tuned. ....I said maybe!
(2)Michelle R.
I know that it helps to have a great experience at a restaurant when you are in good company, but even though I had the BEST company possible, I still think this was THE BEST restaurant that we visited in NYC. The Wait staff was GREAT. Very knowledgeable, friendly & entertaining. The food was AMAZING!!! I had the SEA SCALLOPS with truffle mashed potatoes, which is a SUNDAY special. OMG! D-lish! We enjoyed a nice bottle of wine between the 4 of us and a shared the CLASSIC VANILLA CREME BRULEE - with VANILLA COOKIE - seriously I still dream about that cookie! All in all, great restaurant, wait staff, food & atmosphere. At the end of dinner they sent us home with a goodie-bag that included one of their homemade bagels, a breakfast menu & a piece of chocolate. Nice touch, Rue! Oh how I miss you!
(5)Robin S.
Even though it's tomato season, they used yucky unripe styrofoam tomatoes. My prime rib had so much fat on it that there was a pile oh my plate.
(1)Cat W.
This is a great place. I had the mini kobe sliders (cheddar cheese) and fries. They were juicy, tasty, and simply amazing. I knocked off a star because service was sort of lacking. But overall, this is a solid place, and I will definitely be coming back!
(4)Jackee K.
Food was meh, service was worse. Location is pretty much the only good thing about it.
(2)Derek M.
Interesting place. Billed as French-Japanese, I would call it a French bistro that happens to have a sushi bar. In any event, the food is solid. I Had the Kobe Beef Sliders. Tender, tasty, burgers. Others in my party had pasta and sushi. Pasta was good and the sushi was fresh. Overall, would recommend for the variety. Other reviewers commented on the poor service, but our waiter was very attentive. Only other comment is that the place is loud. Hard to carry on conversations.
(4)Martha M.
I've been here a number of times throughout the year, and the food is consistently great. I love the eggs Benedict, French toast and steak frites. The service has ranged from great to mediocre.
(4)Brooke S.
eh, i'll throw this one right down the middle. ended up here on a saturday for brunch because the place we WANTED to go had too long a wait. Rue 57 is typical...its a big room decorate to look like little vignettes of cool cafes in paris. The menu is large and expensive. I had a VERY disappointing eggs benedict. Cold bearnaise, rubbery canadian bacon and nothing on the plate besides the meat, egg and bread. talk about unappetizing. the bellini's saved grace a little. Let me just shoot it straight...dont go here if you're a new yorker. Go here if you're an out of towner and don't know any of the better brunch places. that is all.
(3)Li C.
I didn't feel like waiting for a table..so I sat at the bar. Hangover? Mimosa please. I suppose that meant a drop of orange juice and a ton of champagne..Not a problem.
(3)Jeremy M.
I've never had a bad meal here. It does tend to get pretty packed around dinner-time so reservations may be in order. Definitely try the wasabi mashed potatoes!
(4)Diana V.
Great at atmosphere, fast and attentive service. Food is good, tuna tartare is what I had and side of Brussels sprouts were the best ones I had ever yet have, a la Peche the pear vodka cocktail went well with my meal. Our server Matt was very attentive and nice! For dessert: Vahlrona Chocolate Cake is a must.
(5)Florence K.
What's better than ordering a nice strong drink after a long day? Getting that drink replaced for free when it proves to be TOO strong for you. Beware of the "Not-so-old fashioned." Yes, the innocent little muddled blackberries will lure you in (making it "not-so-old") but when you take a sip, you are immediately transported to a place that you only hope you can get back down to reality because you realize it's Thursday and still need to make it to work tomorrow. I guess the waitress saw the difficulty I was having finishing the drink that she came over and offered to replace it for me. Thankfully, I got the Moscow mule which was really delicious and more palatable. I would order the Not-So-Old fashioned again, if I was ONLY going to drink... but since I wanted to have a nice meal (that I can remember the next day) with my husband, I opted for something lighter. I ordered the lasagna with the huge ass mushrooms. It was so good! Nice a meaty and just wonderful on a stomach that needed something to reduce the effects of the 5 sips I took from the Not-So-Old fashioned. Hubs ordered their signature burger and said it was one of the best burgers he had (he changed the roquefort to American cheese though). It was a great night and our waitress was really sweet and attentive. Will definitely be back since they allow you to dine with your dog if you sit outdoors.
(5)Tiffany A.
One of my favorite places. It consistently has great food each time you visit. The one thing I do have to say is it gets very crowded and hard to maneuver to your table or around the restaurant. The server we had was very outgoing and gave great recommendations. I ordered the seasonal sangria which happened to be white peach. It was amazing to say the least. Perfect combination and wasn't overly sweet. Our server told us we should try the crispy artichokes and I'm so glad we did! Tastes similar to a french fries, but you don't feel as bad. I ordered the grilled salmon with salad. Salmon was perfectly cooked and tasted fresh. The salad had a bit too much dressing, but it was still tasty. Overall great experience and food. I will definitely be back and looking to try the brunch, which I've heard was amazing!
(4)Jully H.
Very good!!! Came here with my friend rachel and her father george since it is nearby. The bread was enough to fill us up so we didnt bother ordering appetizers and quickly got to the entrees. We ordered everything to share and it was just downright delicious. Baked chicken was the highlight along with the sauce i dipped the madhed potatoes in (orgasmic). I ate every single string bean and dipped it into the sauce that how good the sauce was!! Meatloaf was also very good, a little sweet but very good id have it again, but that chicken sauce WOW! For dessert we had the bread pudding which was also very good but i was so stuffed at this point I could barely even breathe. Id come back!!!
(4)John N.
It's just an OK place for breakfast great location ok food. I walked past this place on my way to Central Park and decided to go in for breakfast. My eggs Benedict was ok basically ham on a croissant. No side and not much involved to make it special.
(3)Annette B.
This two floor beautiful French bistro is stylishly decorated and has comfortable outdoor and indoor seating. It has a bar area which doesn't require ordering food. I have been here a few times and always enjoyed my food and drinks here. Today I had sushi which was good, my favorite are the mussels. It's a great place to come to after a beautiful walk in Central Park, for a casual date, having dinner with friends or with family. Yes I recommend Rue 57 !
(4)Farheen Q.
The food was great here, but the service blows. Our waitress did not bring me a straw after asking 3 times, the manager had to get it. Also we never got bread till we asked for it which I thought was very rude. Everyone else was served bread.... Our waitress never checked on us when we got the food till the end of our meal. We were not asked if we wanted dessert after our meal and towards the end of our meal the water was not refilled. Sorry to say, but the customer service was very horrible and therefore I wouldn't recommend it because my experience wasn't good! She also asked for the Check before we could even get up off our table.
(2)Kashmala K.
A great place to meet up with friends. Place is always packed, but service is quick and friendly. I wasn't very lucky with my tuna salad for the anchovies, capers and I think some of the olives made it way too salty. It was like eating teaspoons of salt at a time. The Tuna itself was on point! It was delicious. Next time I would ask for less of the other ingredients. My friend had grilled cheese which was okay. The artichokes were really good though.
(3)Lisa B.
Rue 57 Solid restaurant. When I lived in NYC and family would come for special occasions, we ended up here for one reason or another. It tends to please folks of with different taste and even age groups. It's a brasserie...there's something for everyone! The service is consistently dependable, they can handle large groups with aplomb, but expect to spend a lot of Benjamins. However, that is not a surprise in midtown in Manhattan.
(3)Sarah B.
The 2 of us came here around 2pm on a Sunday afternoon. The place was PACKED but we were seated right away. However we were right next to the register so it was quite tight and busy, The menu was huge (including a variety of brunch options) and since this was an impromptu visit, I didn't have a chance to yelp to see what was good. So my hubby went with the Reuben sandwich which comes with a pickle (tasted more like a cucumber) and a potato wedge and I went with the salad which came with tuna, beets, white beans, lentils, green beans, asparagus and a balsamic vinaigrette. I love big salads and this one was certainly large, filling and tasty! The corned beef in the Reuben was tender and not too fatty so it was tasty to me. The total cost came to a little under $39 before tip. Service was ok. I had to finally ask for a refill of my water after about 30 minutes of waiting but I did drink it very quickly! Not a bad spot on a Sunday afternoon where not many other places are open. Enjoy!
(3)Nabila I.
This was the most expensive meal I had during my recent visit to NYC. The place sells itself as a France meets Japan and eloped to the States. Personally not a big fan of French cuisine, and while I love sushi, what I love, Japanese people likely sneer at for it's in-authenticity. I had the pan seared dumplings as an appetizer. These were filled with cabbage. While I enjoyed them, they weren't worth $13. I ordered the spicy king crab roll for my main. They used real crab, which is good. But for 8 pieces, it costs $21. So price wise, I think I could find a better place that gives me more bang for my buck. We had a great server though. He was attentive. We confused the Ikura (salmon roe) sushi with salmon rose sushi, and he took it back without a fuss. He had the thermostat turned up when my friend complained about feeling cold, as we were seated next to the window. He even changed the vanilla scoop of gelato in our oreo beignets to baci chocolate gelato! And that dessert was bliss. Honestly, I would only go back for the oreo beignets and possibly a drink. Not the one I had ordered that night (it was some Valentine's day special that they were serving the next day) but I would go back for dessert and drinks. I would not waste my money ordering a meal. But the tempura battered oreos with powdered sugar and baci gelato? That's definitely worthwhile.
(4)Trusha S.
I came here with a friend around holiday time for brunch. I made a reservation the night before. Large space with ample seating. After going to many small restaurants in New York where often you can feel really cramped when they get busy, it's nice to have spacious restaurants. During the holidays they had a lot of very cute indoor Holiday decor which also made for a nice ambiance. I usually don't go for sweet brunch options, but I couldn't resist their french toast with strawberries and mascarpone cheese. Seriously DELICIOUS. Picture doesn't do it justice.
(5)D E.
We seem to be going back again and again to share the steak au poivre and truffle fries... Truly excellent. The loss of a star is because it's too damn noisy and cluttered and the service is friendly enough but still sloppy and inattentive. But gosh, those truffle fries...
(4)Andy K.
Solid place for brunch, lunch,or dinner. Something for everyone here. From Sushi to the hangover breakfast. Wonderful salads, sandwiches and brunch items. We loved it. nothing was outstanding but everything was very good, great when everyone wants something different. Wife had the beet salad and she loved it. I had the french toast and it was solid, son had the hangover breakfast also very good. Why 4 stars, our server was not friendly, helpful or happy. Loved the bar staff.
(4)Vanni P.
Went for a corporate event. The steak was quite good, juicy with a nicely charred exterior. The rest of the food was ok, but nothing to write home about. Probably most frequented by tourists and theater-goers, so if you don't fall into one of those two categories why bother?
(3)Serge L.
Great Breakfast and Brunch spot, and they even host terrific catered events. The place was bustling on a recent Saturday morning, but the service and food remained excellent. Eggs Benedict, French Toast, Sausage, all stellar options to get your morning going.
(4)Susan C.
This place is almost always packed for dinner. Nice weather calls for outdoor seating. Drinks are a bit on the pricier end but great bartenders and service. Romantic and intimate ambiance, but the noise level is quite high. If I could marry their burger, I would.
(4)Celia Z.
When we forgot to make reservations to Norma's a block away and the wait was an hour, we decided that it was time to be spontaneous. Walking around the midtown area, Rue 57 seemed like a good option. The hostess was cold and unwelcoming. When we asked here if there would be a wait for walk in, she coldly replied yes. An awkward silence followed. "For how long?" Another awkward silence "Ten minutes" In all the restaurants I've been to, I've never been treated this rudely by a hostess. Thank goodness the rest of service was above par. The food came rather quickly, but it was delicious but ordinary. That means not worth my money, time, or calories. True, the fries were some of the best I ever had, but the blueberry pancakes were like pancakes out of a really good box mix - yes, they were soft and fluffy and delicious, but not more delicious than places where I can get for less than half the price, or better yet, a powder. The burgers were good, but mediocre compared to New York standards anywhere. When food is not filled with homestyle love yet at the same time is plain and unimpressive, you've got a problem. Looks like Rue 57 has some issues to solve.
(3)Ingrid L.
I've been coming to rue for years now, so I should definitely review. We had Sunday breakfast there this past Sunday, and as usual, the food was outstanding. What prompted me to wrote a review however, was our waiter, Philip. He was attentive, personable and never let my coffee cup run dry (which is a key part of reading the times on a Sunday in the sunshine ). I had the benedict, which was luscious. I especially appreciate the amount of lemon in their hollandaise..always makes it so perfectly bright. I had the blueberry pancakes (which I think he always orders), and finished every last bite. Perfect way to spend a Sunday morning. Thanks Philip - you were outstanding.
(5)Evon T.
This is my one of my neighborhood brasseries. I was here again this past weekend for a quick brunch before meeting a friend, and as always, was underwhelemed by the food and the service. The service: - My server complained to the hostess loudly "This is the 3rd party of 1 you're seating my section!" - He rushed me through every portion of the meal, even bringing my check (unasked) as he brought out my coffee and then repeatedly checked on the folio while I had my coffee to see if I had added payment. RUDE! The food: - Always bland. This time I had the poached eggs with lobster hash. There were itty bitty, dry pieces of lobster, not really identifiable via taste and barely identifiable visibly. I had to add a lot of salt because there was no discernable flavor. All in all, there are too many places in the area to have to put up with this subpar brasserie, including Betony and The Wayfarer.
(2)Sunshine M.
Spontaneous decision to have dinner here- Sat quickly- hostess reminded me of a young grace jones ( spicy!) Server, nice mid age man but had a greaseball look- in a not good way. Ordred apps ( cesar and soup) dinner we choose a few rolls. Not the best place for sushi, buttttttttt didn't want to eat anything heavy. Manager came by when i asked a question- nice guy but useless. Most places cater to the customer with simple requests. ( Used to be in this business for over 10 years- oh well. ) no need to complain. Sushi was ok. Nice atmosphere. lower level festive with holidays trees, decorated very nice, bathrooms were clean. main level had views of the street. I came- i left. not exciting. btw be ready to spend $$$ for "meh" food.
(2)Jessica D.
My family and I came here for my big sister's and now brother in-law's wedding rehearsal dinner. We came on a Friday night and boy was it packed, but luckily reservations were made prior to this dinner. It's quite dim and dark here, so be careful with where your walking. It was quite loud at Rue 57 when we arrived for dinner. Very lively, but also intimate atmosphere. Service was good. The menu was interesting and different because it's mostly Western cuisine, but there was a side of for Eastern cuisine too. French cuisine with a little Asian cuisine in the mix. They have sushi, but the pricing is steep. In my opinion, the pricing here is moderate/expensive. My family and I all ordered different items off the menu and I don't quite remember exactly what they all ordered. I ordered the Chicken Paillard which was served with Israeli couscous, wild mushrooms, asparagus, shaved Parmesan, and black truffles. The couscous, black truffles and wild mushrooms were extremely delicious! I didn't like the Chicken Paillard, it had an odd taste to it. If I ever come back to Rue 57 again, I probably won't be getting this again even though the wild mushrooms and black truffles were tasty. My mom had the Miso Glazed Chilean Sea Bass and I was afraid it wouldn't be enough for her because her dish had no starch, so I ordered the Twice Baked Stuffed Potatoes served with country gravy and sour cream. The chefs definitely transformed this into something new, something different, something I've never seen before. The presentation was stunning! It was tasty and full of gravy goodness, but fattening. As trendy and hip Rue 57 is, I don't think I would come back too often to eat here mostly because it's pricey and the cuisine/style isn't something I would enjoy all the time.
(3)Veronika S.
I think they need to work on customer service. It's like you own already to waiter just because you had idea to stop there. Server which we had was RUDE.
(2)Sophia G.
The food is delicious and worth the money. One of my favorite restaurants. However, last night it was hot in the restaurant, but the experience was great. Appetizer, main course and dessert were yum.
(4)Marc S.
Super convenient spot after a couple hours in Central Park. We sat outside with our two kids and puppy. Excellent food. We've been here 3 times over the last 11 years. French onion soup, sliders, chicken noodle soup, chicken salad were perfect.
(5)Sanderson C.
Rue 57 has a nice indoor/outdoor layout. The beet salad was delicious but the filet was just par. The wasabi potatoes added a unique flair and the steak sauce was light but flavorful. Nothing especially great about this restaurant but still a good experience. If it wasn't in New York (where you can try a new place every day) I'd go back again.
(3)Suze D.
Excellent service and has a full bar. Ordered the turkey burger and it was cooked perfectly! Everyone enjoyed their meals. Great restaurant before hitting the park
(4)Anna K.
rue 57 burger grilled chicken pasta lunch special includes entree with a pint of draft beer. typical american bar food, lots of seats for lunch time.
(3)Kimberly S.
The owners of Hair On The Avenue take whomever comes to the NY for classes to this restaurant every time. So I always make sure to check in at this restaurant when I'm up on my own. They're French toast brioche is worth walking for! I was hoping for a late night French toast but it wasn't being served. So I tried dinner. The steak frites with (okay cannot spell) arivpua sauce was huge and better than expected. And the waiter was very attentive and pleasant. My only reason for a 4 star rating was that it was very warm where I was seated. Will go back when in NY next month!
(4)Ari A.
There's always someone eating at Rue 57 because it's a dependable restaurant. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu, a good place to take you're parents when they're picking up the bill or hop in before a show. I love how they make subtle adjustments to your classic favorites. Take for instance my creamy tomato soup with Rock shrimp. Noms.
(3)Fabian G.
Great location, great decoration inside, the service was fast and really correct. BUT, the place between table force you to move your table when the guy at the table next to yours (or even the guys in front of you) need to go to toilet. Next, the French fries was over cooked and then too crunchy. This is not how French fries are, believe me :)
(3)Mary-Ann A.
I love this place, i have been coming for years. It has such a great ambience! Love the outdoor seating in the spring/summer months. The truffle fries are a must! For dessert, i love the bread pudding, creme brulee and fried oreos!
(4)Austin C.
I was invited to come here one afternoon by my friend Danielle. The food and environment was great. The only thing that was not great was my stomach from the abuse it took the night before, stage 5 hangover. MY suggestion is when dealing with a stage 5 hangover.. steer clear of the steak tartare. Not a wise move on my part. This place, while a little pricey, is worth the cost. IT is hard to find a place with a better ambiance for a cheaper price in Manhattan.
(4)Anna L.
One of our favorite places for brunch. I recommend you make reservations. Love the croissants, lobster hash, crispy thick bacon.
(5)Stacy M.
We have eaten here a couple different times when visiting NYC the food is very good. Great location great service. Will go there again and again
(5)Andrea S.
Looked like a good stop to grab a bite to eat while walking from Central Park to Times Square. Atmosphere was nice and casual, service was good, food was decent. Grabbed a spot at the bar while waiting for a table to open up during the busy lunch hour, but only took about 10 minutes to be seated. French onion soup was OK, butter lettuce salad was a bit disappointing. People with our group got the grilled cheese with fig marmalade which looked delish and the Cuban which also looked great.
(3)Ron H.
The perfect day... Started out at the SPA walked up the block and found RUE 57 a fancy two level eatery that may become a bad habit. I could spend a lot of money here quite often with no regrets. Hey but don't take a strangers word try it for yourself and enjoy.
(5)Laura R.
The food was delicious. I order the lamb chops and they were tender and juicy, really great. It was a Thursday night so of course it was really crowded. Which usually doesn't bother me but in this place the waiter completely forgot about us for intervals of 30+ minutes. The atmosphere was nice but since we were close to a waiter station all we heard were yelling and drinks being spilled. So if you do go I would recommend booking a nice table beforehand or go earlier.
(3)Lily W.
My husband took me to this restaurant and we love it. The waiter was very profesional and took care of us immediately. We were seat inside in a small table close to the bar, drinks didn't take that long to arrive and I was feeling comfortable. My husband ordered order steak and fries (since they didn't have baked potatoes), mussels and fish for me. Everything was tasteful and well done. The little basket of fries that came with my husbands entree was really good and the steak was perfectly cook and juicy. The sea bass was perfect to me and the mussels were fresh and on point,we enjoyed everything. There were a lot of people and it was early in the evening that day. Definitely going back to this place!
(5)Zoe L.
Came here to meet with a couple professors and sponsors from my alma mater since they made a reservation at this restaurant. 4 of us ordered the Lobster, Corn, and Hash. In my opinion, it wasn't great. It just tasted a bit ordinary and looked like it was 80% corn, 15% hash, and 5% lobster. The eggs that went on top were delicious however. I brought my leftovers home and reheated them later in the day to see if I was just sick and didn't have my taste buds on me, but it still tasted the same and I was still not impressed. Would come back to try something else some other time. Would give it 4 stars because we saw Tony Shalhoub eating there as well - but just thinking about all that corn makes me keep it at a 3.
(3)Paul W.
Poor. Chicken Milanaise was breaded chicken breast straight from freezer. It had never seen a hammer. Way too thick and definitely not cooked to order. Staff uninterested.
(2)Ton M.
The server didn't notice me when I was seated waiting for someone to help, I took a long time to order! The food came fast and tasty, but I found a plastic in my pancake! they gave a discount and the receptionist came to say sorry, but kinda rude
(2)Nicole P.
Rue 57 is my go to restaurant in the Midtown area. They have a great selection of food, and everything is good to great. Some of my favorites are the crispy rice w/tuna, crispy artichokes and the sushi rolls...OH, and the french fries! You really can't go wrong with any dish. It's a little expensive, but it is Midtown so I guess it's to be expected!
(3)Matt B.
Food was fantastic. A little pricey, but worth it!
(4)Christy S.
Great place to eat. I've been coming for years. Perfect location and close to Central Park and Times Square. Great menu and excellent food. I recommend a reservation as it does get quite busy. My only negative comment is it gets extremely loud!! Great place!!
(5)Lily S.
Though it is partially an Asian restaurant, the extensive menu also has an excellent section for, just about anything else! I visited there with my mother our first day in New York, and immediately we fell in love with the atmosphere. It was busy, but for a restaurant with a brasserie feel it was very sophisticated. The burgers were incredible! We loved the place so much we revisited for brunch on our last day in New York. I got the French toast. It was one of the best restaurants on 57th by far, I highly recommend it.
(5)Kate B.
Our server was delightful and very friendly, I had the French toast and breakfast potatoes. Absolutely delicious everything was well done. Potatoes were an amazing experience.
(5)Katarina M.
Good food good service. Relaxed ambience. Always have good experience there. Will come back again and again.
(3)Perry A.
I would skip this place at all costs. Upon entering the first thing you see are four hostesses talking amongst themselves. They stop briefly to ask for a name and how many. They told us fifteen minutes, which isn't bad. A fifteen minute wait is great. They told us to go stand at the bar so we go stand and order a couple beers. The bartender is sort of rude and doesn't seem to want to be there. After waiting thirty minutes we are finally seated and the waitress takes our drink orders and constantly asks us if we want extra things. She listed off three or four different bottles of wine and asked if we wanted multiple glasses. No thanks. One drink a piece will do. It takes her twenty minutes to bring back the drinks and then we order food to which she asks each person if they want to add more food (appetizers, sushi, etc.) if we wanted more food, we would have ordered it, so again, no thanks. The food comes back about twenty more minutes later brought by someone completely different. We don't see our waitress again until after we are done eating and someone has taken away our plates. We are sitting there with empty glasses and no plates when the waitress comes back and we ask her politely for the check. She asks us if we want any dessert or more drinks (it's almost like she's begging us to order more and more things). She finally brings the check ten minutes later and we give her the card and write the tip on there. It was below 18% because of the absolutely horrendous service. She comes back with our checks and has the audacity to tell us that 18% is for okay service and that usually people tip more. I've been to a restaurant before, I know how tips work. The food was good. A little overpriced, but still good. I would skip this place at all costs. Service is horrible from the time you walk in to the time you leave. The waitress asking for more tip just completely baffled everyone (4 total) in our party. I've never been to a restaurant where the waitress begs you to order food and then asks you for more tip when she has provided the worst service in NYC. Don't waste your time.
(1)Hank C.
Popped in here for drinks after dinner with friends and were greeted, seated at the bar, and enjoying a cold simple drink in no time. The place is a little ornate for my taste, but for mingling at the bar, it's not bad (though it was an early Thursday night). Will have to try the food - it looked (and smelled) good as the servers passed along the way to the table!
(3)Dustin W.
We visited this restaurant on a recent trip to NYC. When you look at the menu they have Japanese, French, Italian, and a bit of American fare. Classic mistake of trying to do too many things ok instead of picking a theme and doing it great. We had the tartare, which was just ok. The other food we had was less than stellar. If you are a foodie and like great food, this is NOT the place. If you want decently large portions of ok food, you'll be fine. The place was packed so I will give them that. The service was a notch below average. This is not the best place to visit with your friends as it is extremely noisy.
(2)Derek W.
Again, our first time to NYC and there are so many places to choose from. We stumbled on this place after walking for many hours and having a hard time to choose a place to eat. The service was great and they are child friendly which was nice. The vast food menu was great, and we decided to have the Blue Ribbon Burger and it was awesome! The fries where great too. I had a Moscow Mule for a cocktail and they made very well. The prices are a little on upper side, but it is worth what you get! I will come back again, and would recommend this place you anyone in NYC or visiting NYC.
(5)Olivia O.
This was one of the warmest cutest spots I stopped in on my New York trip. I had a friend suggest we meet here for brunch. Spectacular-looking menu, excellent service, decent prices for being a high-end spot in the middle of the super popular area. It was a great place to catch up with a girl friend. We sat there for over an hour chit chatting and I was so grateful no one gave us gruff about it. We had mimosas and they were spot on to boot. I ended up ordering the braised short rib benedict. The taste was amazing - it was luxurious and creamy without being overbearing. They didn't skimp on plate size either. I was full by the time I finished. My only small qualm was plating - I mean how the dish looked. I was perfectly happy to go have a kinda nice brunch at a posh spot with my friend, but you'd think my dish could have been made to look up to speed. The restaurant is fancy, the details are aiming at a refined feel. The place tasted great but sort of looked like something I could have been served at a Denny's. Someone to do the finishing touches, make sure that every place is something you are proud of and looks amazing as it tastes. Otherwise, this was a fabulous place. I would love to come back here with friends next time I'm in the city.
(4)Jessica H.
Three stars because food was okay not great, service was scattered, and prices are high for what you get. We had the eggs florentine (one of the best dishes), grilled cheese with prosciutto, French onion soup (not great), and Kobe sliders. The sliders were nothing spectacular. Nothing was spectacular. Everything was pretty good. The grilled cheese and eggs florentine were better than most other dishes.
(3)Tiffaney T.
The ambiance was amazing! It was a beautiful night and they had the doors open with a breeze into the restaurant. The tables were in the door ways and outside! The waiter was amazing and drinks were fantastic! Food was good, my sisters had the mushroom salad, which was amazing, and the mini burgers, also amazing. I got the chicken paillard- it was dry and not a lot of flavor. My daughter had the sashimi and thought it was ok. Would defiantly come again and try something else.
(4)Berit M.
We stopped here for lunch after a really long day of walking, shopping, museums, etc. and I was in dire need of sustenance. Rue 57 hooked it up and served us some really savory food. I ordered the french onion soup which was warm and extra cheesy (in a great way) and a butter salad with pear, parmesan and house vinaigrette. Both really hit the spot and gave me a welcomed energy boost as well. If you're a fan of grand marnier, try the grand marnier hot chocolate -- you won't be disappointed.
(4)Latasha M.
I stopped here after a haircut and was really hunger so didn't look at ratings before stopping in. The staff were friendly. The presentation was very colorful but when I constantly have to add salt, pepper and cheese, that says a lot. I googled they're ratings after eating and they have 3.5 stars on most sites out of 5, so I'm not alone. I was disappointed mainly because it's comes across as a French restaurant so my expectations were high. The maître d' confirmed that it was French with some American and sushi mixed in. I'm assuming since they're a "fusion", they think, they don't have to get anything right on the money. And they didn't lol. If the food was tastier they would have at least gotten a 3 stars, but I have to give them a 2 instead based on taste.
(2)Charlene L.
Just ate here tonight and had to write a review. Tasty food. Definitely check this place out! I got the chicken- they gave a large portion with even more arugula salad to go along with it. Good drinks and nice ambiance.
(4)Elaine K.
Food was good and the waiters did a great job, but does the 4 hostesses standing at front get paid to talk to each other the whole night? Besides saying "welcome, how many people?" And quickly seating the customers, they zone out to just each other. I don't think it's professional. I even tried to ask them something but they were so busy with each other they didn't even notice me sitting on the side of them waiting to get there attention. :/
(2)Mrs. B.
Visited Rue 57 while in NYC for the weekend, it was really close to the Essex House where we stayed. The menu offered a huge variety of items, so everyone in my party was happy. We had an end table near the entrance and as such didn't feel cramped. The side doors were all opened and we enjoyed al fresco dining with the occasional breeze coming through. Our young server was very professional and courteous. My only negative comment is the food on this day leaned toward salty and this is coming from someone who doesn't eat salt-free.
(4)Preeti P.
Bustling, nice old world ambience. Made a quick stop for coffee and biscottis - nice. Folks around us seemed to be enjoying the sushi and there appeared to be a lot of true New Yorkers - clearly a favorite with the locals.
(4)Susanna F.
Brussel sprouts. Order them as an appetizer; end of story. They were beyond delicious, and one of the best foods I've eaten hands down in NYC. A friend and I were in the neighborhood, so we stopped in and had a couple apps and drinks at the bar. Our bartender Amanda was super friendly and on point with service. I can't say enough great things about the food and service here. I will definitely return!
(5)E. T.
Great French onion soup. Great mussels. French Japanese fusion. Friendly, courteous and attentive staff.
(5)K D.
I came here with my sister last night before an early show at the NY City Center. We decided since we were a little low on time that we would order 4 appetizers to share and told the waiter to bring dishes out as they were ready. We started with the beet salad (with arugula, pickled red onions, and goat cheese). The waiter brought it out on two plates since he knew we were sharing, which I thought was very thoughtful of him to do without us asking. It was quite tasty. Then we had the brussels sprouts, which were cooked perfectly - a little crisp on the outside. They were also cooked in a honey butter that gave them a sweet taste that I'd never had with sprouts before. We also ordered 8 east coast oysters, which were served with a variety of little dipping sauces. The oysters were nice and fresh - perfect for a hot summer day. And finally, the beautiful tuna tartar. It was a work of art! It had avocado on top, cucumbers on the bottom, and a delicious rice wine vinegar on the plate, drizzled with black sesames. It was SO delicious. We each had one cocktail, but as we were wrapping up our meal, the waiter informed us that there were promo gals from Bullet Bourbon and they were giving out free Old Fashioneds, if we were interested - YES please! Our waiter was SO friendly and fun, I wish I remembered his name so that I could compliment him here in the review! Daniel, maybe? If so, yay Daniel! Overall, this is a beautiful French restaurant that specializes in French food, but also in sushi and fresh fish. A strange little combo, but it works.
(4)Mo D.
Awesome day in the city with great food. Love the vibe of this place and really enjoyed lounging and eating here. I ordered the Rue 57 Burger (w/bacon)that came with Pomme frites (aka fries with a mushroom, garlic and Parmesan topping) absolutely yummy and worth $24.00. The portion was so large I have dinner for later and my food was package in a really cute bag. Loved the music they played (particularly Chaka Khan: sweet thing) Service was service; nothing note worthy. BUT one notable thing I must say are THE MALE WAITERS!!! Particularly the ones of African heritage. They are absolutely adorable and using some kind of secret facial moisturizer that gives them this flawless appearance. Mmmmm!!! What a site to see!!!!! Lol. Whyyyyy 3 stars? The PRICE. My sparkling water was SEVEN ($7.00). and the tip suggestion was ridiculous. I get the whole location location location thing but I'm not giving my (potential) future children college funds away on lunch!
(3)Shelby K.
Went for lunch and had the grilled cheese with fig preserves and prosciutto. It was tasty but warning to girls wearing lipgloss, the bread had some seedy outside that got all over and it was not flattering to eat. My fries were soggy which was disappointing! Our waiter was nice and very friendly but I felt like he would forget about us because he was very slow with coming back to take our order and bringing us our check. The prices are to be expected for the area so no complaints there. I would probably go back to try some of their dinner options and see if my opinion changes.
(3)Katie T.
We waited at least 20 minutes for a table for four for Sunday brunch, only to be seated on the seriously half-empty lower floor. The apparently standard 3-4 hostesses were present but evidently not managing seating very effectively. The service was just awful--very slow and disorganized. At least three different people visited our table, but only after our strident attempts to get their attention. My coffee got refilled once and only after the dregs of my first cup were stone cold. The waiter said he would bring milk for it and didn't. We flagged down someone else and they still didn't bring it. We finally got a third person's attention and had success--but for godsakes, why wasn't milk brought with the coffee in the first place? The waiter told me an ingredient in my order couldn't be substituted because it had been pre-prepared. Oh goody! So why did it take a half hour to arrive at our table I wonder?? Finally, the food is completely forgettable and over-priced. Ingredients in other dishes at our table were cold (eg the bacon in my sister's burger, elements in my husband's Cuban sandwich). It wasn't totally disgusting, otherwise I would be giving one star. This was overall a very disappointing experience.
(2)Ashley S.
Very Good lunch spot! I went to Rue 57 with a large group, 13 people. A mix of twin 1 year olds and teenagers and adults. We were sat right away (we had a reservation) in a nice place downstairs. The food was good all around, it came it a timely manner and the waitress was polite and quick. They did not mind my twin nieces running around either. Definitely recommend for a great lunch/brunch spot!
(5)Marco M.
I came here for a late dinner on a Thursday night and they were able to accomodate a party of 4. They have a decent size floor level with a basement full of seats. On nicer days, they open up the sliding doors to make it feel like you are oustide. The food was OK. We ordered a chicken milanese (not as breaded as I normally have had it with a nice balsamic drizzle over), chicken pallard (basically the size of a whole chicken), then 2 pastas. I was a little disappointed with the taste of the pastas as they were slightly overcooked, I prefer them a bit more al dente. The service was friendly but prices were a bit up there (granted the portions were larger than normal). In all honesty, I don't know if everyone has the same appetite as me as the remaining members of my party still had some food leftover. With that said, I would recommend splitting plates among the table. Buon appetito
(3)João C.
Rue 57 is a bad copy of Balthazar. Food: ok, nothing special. The best: the fries. The worst: The service is one of the worst in NYC. We went with our 2 year old kids, asked for 2 high chairs. They said in 5 to 10 minutes the table was ready (the place wasn't full at that time). They had us stand for half an hour, while they seated all the other people that came after us. Maybe more than 50 people.It was so awkward that every time I asked what was going on, they had different answers. 4 hostesses totally rude and unprepared. Never again!
(2)Chelle S.
Had Mother's Day brunch with my best friend and his mom. I wanted to give her a better experience. I had made a reservation on Open Table and was seated at the right time and the hostess made it possible for my server to keep my card so that there was no fighting for the bill. The ambiance was nice, the doors and windows were open to the street and conversation level was audible. I know it was a busy brunch but our server did not introduce himself, he took our order and didn't come back until he dropped off the check. I understand that there are runners who refill water and bring food, but it is the server's job to check up on us and the food. He didn't come by the table at all through the whole meal. The steak was good and so were the fries although a side of fries costs $10+. My miso sea bass wasn't the best, it was alright but not worth $38. I suppose the location justifies the price, but if that's the case then service should be better. It's okay for me to spend a lot of money on a special brunch, but it didn't seem special when the server ignored us. I wouldn't have minded it so much if it was just a friend and I, but I wanted it to be a great experience for Mother's Day.
(2)Misty S.
Food was good, but our server was terrible. Unfriendly and only came to to table to give us water and take our order. Other than that we didn't see her. She never brought our bill and left our drinks empty. The hostess brought our check over for us. She still never came back, so the hostess returned and then ran the credit card. The place was not busy at all, so there is no excuse for poor service. We would not go back. There are way too many great places In NY to go. This server is costing them money.
(2)Steve L.
Went here for brunch in a group of six. Service was rather attentive. I had the breakfast burritobwas the sour cream on the side. Burrito itself seemed a bit greasy, but there was a nice salad to accompany it - a very tasty, hearty meal...no complaints here. Others ordered the story ribs eggs benedict (supposedly very good), the Cuban, and the tuna salad. Everyone was pleased...good times had by all.
(4)Ollie S.
Pros: It's still a very dependable, solid restaurant. It's beautiful, the service was impeccable last night, and the whole trip served its purpose - taking out-of-towners to a "nice" Midtown restaurant. The location is also perfect for us, Queensonites. Cons: The menu is not very inventive, the list of appetizers is short and doesn't offer anything that would serve as a sharing plate for the table of 5. Prices are in the stratosphere. I had a $17 glass of "tonight's special" red and it was terrible. Although they poured me half of a bottle, so maybe the wine wasn't that bad for an $8.50 glass. P.S. I just looked at the snippets of other people's reviews on the right side of the page, and saw the word "dependable" repeated in two of them. Oh well, sometimes being dependable beats being inventive.
(4)Alexandra K.
Had a brunch after Central park walk. Cozy place with good service. Recommend Thai Spicy Tuna Roll and, of course, pommes fritos (french fries), they are also good. As for pricing -- it is OK.
(3)Betsy S.
Amazing breakfast and service! Would highly recommend!!! Almond and chocolate croissants, herb omelette, home fries all delicious! Staff friendly and welcoming! Rue 57 cocktail truly special!!!
(5)Elena D.
Incredibly disappointed. The only reason why my review has two stars is because the food isn't disappointing like the service. We waited and waited and waited for bread and butter, my friend asked to have her phone charged and it came back at 4% (I know this is no ones responsibility but like-did you even hook it up or did your drop it off at the hostess stand?) we didn't even have bread when the cheese plate came out, my other friend got up twice to ask for condiments and the goddamn bread, we had to ask for a water refill, the staff was distant, I can't even blame all this on one waiter because it was a different person getting the order, delivering food and drink, taking the plates away and handing out check every time. LITERALLY A DIFFERENT PERSON EVERYTIME. For paying this price, service should not be an issue. Also don't stick utensils in my French fries and touch my fries as you pull them out and set the table....
(2)Wendy M.
came in for a quick bite Friday night. The restaurant was starting to get a little busy, but we were seated right away. The service was fast and friendly. We ordered a dozen of the east coast oysters, they were DELICIOUS! We each got small dishes, each one was good, just enough to fill you up, without having to take the rest home (which we were trying to avoid, since we were going out). It's a bit pricey, ($42/dozen oysters) but thats what to expect in the city! My only complaint was that the tables were a bit too close for comfort. I felt like the lady in the next table was sitting on my lap!
(4)Bonnie M.
Every few months two friends and I meet here for an update lunch. We all worked together quite a while ago when we were new to the city. The food is always reliably good and not too expensive, considering its location. They have daily specials that push the envelope just enough to be interesting, yet not so unusual as to be oddball. The wait staff are prompt and courteous and the seating is comfortable. The place can get a bit noisy, but not so loud that you have to shout to your table mates. (Believe me, during lunch time there are fewer and fewer restaurants suitable for conversation.) One thing I especially appreciate is that the staff never hurry us or seem to be pushing us out the door. While Rue 57 isn't 5 stars, it always delivers a consistent, 4 star experience.
(4)Daniel K.
The steak comes with fries and onion, cooked to perfection and very tasty. Didn't wait long to be served and the entire restaurant had a nice NYC feel to it.
(4)Deon W.
Love the decor and staff was attentive. Food was made to perfection and the cocktails were not watered down whatsoever. I had the salmon, with a not so old fashion and fried Oreos as desert. Definitely coming back here again
(5)Corinna W.
The place is very popular. We sit at 7 pm Friday. There was plenty of available tables. But when it is 7:30 pm. We saw there were a line waited to be seated. We had reservation. The table is with candle and white table cloth. Nice. I had beet salad($12.50). which is delicious. I also ordered sushi Dragon roll for $18. I could not even finish my salad. So I had to take the sushi back to hotel. My husband ordered sirloin half pound burger. That was huge. The burger comes with fries. Beer on the tab is $8 ( normal for NY city). I would recommend to wait to order second dish off you have salad.
(4)Apurva N.
I went here for brunch around 11:30 am this morning with a group of 3. Luckily, i think we beat the Sunday Brunch crowd by about 30 mins or so! We were seated promptly by the friendly hostess - we were all a little surprised at how big this place is! Like the hostess, our waitress was also very friendly and sociable. We ordered our respective teas and coffees. I ordered a hot chocolate, which I was a little disappointed in. Not chocolatey enough at all! For our meals, we ordered the grilled cheese, the belgian waffles and an assorted breadbasket. The grilled cheese was AMAZING! The fries that came with it were also really good. The Belgian waffles were equally well appreciated by all. The breadbasket, I think, could use some actual bread along with the assorted pastries. Overall, we had a really good experience and I'm sure I will return. A little disappointed in the hot chocolate, but the food is really good, nonetheless! Check it out!
(4)Jennifer S.
It must have been a choppy day at sea, because all the boring rich people hopped off their yachts and came here to drop some money on overpriced food. I came here and sat at the bar and I must have looked too Brooklyn-y because the crowds were looking at me like it was a sin to wear a beanie to lunch in the winter. The bartender was prickly at best at first. I got the French Onion soup which was pretty unremarkable. I make better FOS at home. I also ordered beef tartare, which would have been fine if it didn't have a mound of black pepper and hot mustard on the top. Don't get me wrong, I am a fan of spicing things up a little, but there was so much that it overpowered everything even after I scraped most of it off. If you are going to charge above average prices, at least make it above average. The female bartender was very short and semi-aggressive with me, but seemed to lighten up as the bar was less busy and she realized I wasn't a pain in the ass.
(2)Joe D.
Went for lunch. Crowded, but service was still good. Ordered chicken noodle soup as a starter. It was expensive, but worth it. Had Turkey sandwich for lunch - excellent. French dip was also solid (fries very good too). Would have given 5 stars if service was as good as the food.
(4)Tom W.
We always visit this place when in NYC, it has become a favorite. The food and service never disappoints. Tonight we had the Potato Crusted Salmon, Sliders, and Meat Loaf. Everyone had the Caesar Salad (best around.). All were very happy with their meals and the service is consistently outstanding. The meatloaf presentation had changed since our last visit and the recipe might have changed a bit but it was still very tasty. The ambience is very French bistro-like however fairly loud. The background music didn't help as it was a mix of primarily 70s disco interspersed with some Average White Band and other stuff that really doesn't fit the atmosphere or the crowd, a mismatch that didn't escape any of our party. Well worth a visit just the same.
(4)Stacy H.
I was rather surprised at the quality of the food for somewhere we picked at random. Though expensive, they had all the brasserie classics along with some inventive salads. Friendly waitstaff, good ambience for the time of day, but nothing to write home about - it was very convenient to our hotel across the street.
(3)Brian L.
It was a busy Saturday. Came in after my friend and I couldn't find reservations anywhere else. The wait was long and the food was just okay. I was craving pasta so I ordered it. Bad move. It tasted like marina sauce with meat. Mussels and fries were delicious. She had the steak which was decent. For dessert we had the fried Oreos. Ehhhhh it was ok. Overall, it was decent but not a must visit.
(3)Greg W.
I get it, the area is nice so you can get away with charging a lot but jeezus. Couldn't be more average except the prices were twice of what they should be. Not to say the food was bad. It was fine but not for the price. You have to execute if you want to rip me off! Service was well below average, they switched servers on us mid-meal - very unprofessional considering the type of place they act like they are. Absolutely a place I would skip when in the area.
(2)Bharat J.
Really nice spot to go to in Midtown, good food and drinks
(4)Rong W.
We held dinner for our guests last Monday. We had wonderful time there.
(5)Ms C.
This restaurant is one of my favorite restaurants. The service is always superb and the food is excellent. I have not had a bad experience at this restaurant and I have been here many times. They have really good sushi if you are looking for something light to eat. I have never had the truffle fries, but when I see them, my mouth waters.
(5)Laura R.
While wondering what to do for brunch, my friend (who was much hungrier than I and about to eat the door of the place) and I walked by Rue 57 and figured it would be just the thing. Coffee was slow to arrive/be refilled but good. I had the lobster, corn and potato hash with poached eggs and really enjoyed it; it definitely hit the spot for an early Sunday afternoon. My friend, though not hungover, went for the Hungover Breakfast because it sounded like the big breakfast she was looking for--it was indeed, and she enjoyed the eggs, pancakes, sausage, etc--it was like a Denny's Grand Slam but, yknow, fresher and $20. We also split a croissant, which may not have been baked in-house but was fresh and buttery, just as a croissant should be. It was pretty full with the brunch crowd so service overall was a bit slow, but we were seated quickly and didn't feel rushed by our server as we were finishing the meal. When looking for a good midtown brunch, this is certainly a contender.
(4)Brooklyn J.
I ordered a well done sirloin burger and I was brought a medium rare, soggy bun burger. It was uneatable and I would have told our waitress if she ever came back to our table. My husband ordered the rack of lamb which we had originally wanted to share because we got a few appetizers. Our waitress told us it was very small portions. When it came we were surprised with how much food was on his plate. It was good but nothing special. The best part of the meal was the Truffle Pommes Frites and the Crème brûlée. So we spent over $150 and all that was edible with my meal were the french fries.
(2)Linda M.
Tight tight tight....and when the waiter can only speak to one of the people in the party you truly are jamming too many tables in one restaurant. The second basement floor offers a bit more space. Service was spotty. First the waiter was asking us every two minutes to order followed by going MIA for over a half hour. Music was incredibly loud so you needed to shout in order to be heard. Combined it was difficult to enjoy the food which was better than normal but very pricey. We had the yellowfin tuna tartar (highlight of the meal), potato crusted salmon (dry and overcooked) and steak au poivre. I would not come back unless I had a larger party.
(3)Maryann B.
Just had Sunday Brunch . The food was delicious. We had blueberry pancakes and 3 cheese omelet with fries. Ordered a side of bacon which was out of this world, thick and crispy. The place was packed at 11 a.m. but we only had a 20 min wait.
(4)Alicia C.
Good location and decor but disappointing service. I was served the wrong order and decided to try it anyway but had to dig under bland dry chicken to reach the salad. We had to beg for water refills from the bus boy. We never saw our waiter until he presented the bill. Picture at least 3 hostesses at the door, and a half dozen waiters gathered together, all chatting among themselves- and the poor busboys the only ones trying to be attentive. This was perhaps the worst service in more than 50 years dining/eating in NYc.
(2)Gail P.
While celebrating our 30th anniversary in NYC, we had the opportunity to eat at Rue 57. Our first impression was that it was very expensive -- $20 for a burger, $16 for a sandwich. Once we got a taste we got over the prices. The turkey sandwich with brie cheese was very good. The turkey was real turkey breast like you have after Thanksgiving! It came with hand cut french fries and our waitress suggested making them truffle fries YUM!! Our plan was to have a late dinner after enjoying the July 4th fireworks. The restaurant we planned to go to was closed so we went back to Rue 57 for a late dinner. Good move! We had a butter lettuce salad, the asian lump crab, and scallops with truffle mashed potatoes and asparagus. All was very delicious! Hubby had oreo beignets and vanilla Gelato --- my guess is it was as good as everything else since he ate the whole thing! The service was good both times. We were especially impressed with a server who returned a tip to a customer who left him a cash tip after including a tip in her credit card payment. Rue 57 is great for lunch and dinner; we didn't make brunch but I'm sure that brunch is also good. Go and enjoy!
(4)Ozlem Y.
Waiters are working very well. Waiter Robby is dealing with us and doing his work very well. He is interested in his job. .. The environment , the service eapwxially the music in a saturday morning is very nice.
(5)Andrea M.
Corked wine, a soup that could be used to melt ice it's so salty and to round it out....and over cooked burger with burnt bacon on a stale bun.
(2)Michelle P.
Just breathtaking! If you want to experience art simply sit in this restaurant- it is amazing. The food is spectacular - I had brunch and instead of bread received tiny chocolate and almond croissants. The coffee was solo good and the pace was relaxed - not rushed. Any seat is great and the entry was decorated with an archway of cherry blossoms. Really a true treat in every way. Elegant, delicious, and beautiful.
(5)T D.
Aside from being a tad pricey, this is one of my favorite spots. They have fantastic wines, cocktails, and an elegant selection of French inspired cuisine, as well as a raw bar and some spectacular sushi! I've also been here for breakfast and would recommend their Eggs Benedict!! Get the sidecar cocktail or try a Nigori (unfiltered sweet) sake with your meal!
(4)Joel L.
Excellent onion soup, steak frittes a winner. Very nice, done in the French manner.
(4)Trudy H.
Rude 57! A warning to prospective customers, leave at least 15% tip, don't forget to tip on the tax too, or they will humiliate you! Despite being seated in a draft, being moved to a different drafty area and having to use our coats to keep the cold out, having burgers with cold buns on top and saturated with blood on the bottom, a very strange waiter who appeared intermittently, the staff still saw fit to stop half of our party from leaving because we hadn't left the 'expected' tip. I thought 11% was very generous considering how poor the whole thing was. Above is not the complete list of bad behaviour on their part but if you dare to go you'll find out for yourself. We gave them an additional $3 in change which they were not happy with at all, that actually took the 'tip' up to 15%, we only had four burgers and a soup, I don't think they could calculate it because they were still very unhappy. Oh and Rue 57, a compulsory tip is called a service charge and is displayed on the menu.
(1)ed n.
Actually 4.5 stars. Everything including service was spot on. Artichoke appetizer, chicken pilar & mussels with truffle fires not mention the rather tasty old fashion. Kyle our waiter was great. And an outstanding soundtrack to accompany dinner. A very enjoyable experience.
(4)James B.
5th time here and great as always. Great service though for first time ever , a bit rushed by staff ( it was Easter Sunday brunch so they are forgiven as the line to get a table without a reservation was huge!) food is high quality, fresh, and always delish. I live in the neighborhood and feel lucky to have them nearby. Get the brioche French toast and get there early for the free chocolate mini croissants.
(4)Lea R.
I put 3 starts because I LOVE chicken soup there. its just amazing. Go there with girls to eat it for lunch usually. The restaurant has the nice decor and location, but the service is TERRIBLE. waited for salad 40min, also it takes them up to 10min to take the plates with finished food away. and this happens almost every time. hostesses are nice though-smily and friendly. the only 2 minuses are in winter its cold inside and service is very very poor.
(3)Dee B.
I happened to be in the neighborhood for an errand and I was starving for breakfast. Passed by Rue 57 and decided I wanted to try it. Came back for brunch and it was perfect! The service was good, the food was good. Not life changing, but very good. I would definitely come back to try some of their other menu options.
(4)N R.
I have been passing by this place for years and figured "one day I'll stop in". Today was that day. We popped in for late lunch and had the miso glazed Chilean sea bass and corn chowder. Service was great and the food was delicious!
(5)Emma Kate F.
Meh. I was not very impressed, especially given how expensive our brunch ended up being! Food was okay, not great. We spent as much on brunch as we did on our VERY nice steak dinner the night before. The culprit was the drink prices. While searching for a good brunch spot with bottomless mimosas, Rue 57 popped up - they do NOT have bottomless drinks. A mimosa in a small flute was $13 a pop. Our server was very polite and accommodating, which I was impressed with given how busy they were! Overall, I would not recommend Rue 57 for brunch. My food was just okay, and we paid dearly for our small mimosas!
(3)Rob B.
Rue 57 is a very attractive space, especially for a big restaurant. They seem to be going for the unusual combination of french brasserie and sushi restaurant. On both counts they do ok, but you can find better of each genre in other places nearby. That isn't to say the food is bad or that it's not worth visiting. The food is good and it's definitely worth a visit, especially for those who want options in a nice atmosphere. The sushi is is fresh and decently made. A few of the dishes are interesting. We especially liked the crispy rice with spicy tuna app. But, the rice is a little on the mushy side and indistinctive, which is typical of midling sushi places. On the french side, the food was ok. The onion soup, for instance, was tasty, but the broth seemed to be a moderately rich chicken broth rather than the preferred beef broth. This made for a lighter than expected onion soup. Still good and worth getting, but not great. The steak tartare was overwhelmingly garlicky, masking the taste of the beef and everything else. Overall, good, but not great. We'd go back for lunch or something similar, but I wouldn't go out of my way.
(3)JW U.
It's a good spot.
(3)Judy L.
First of all, someone from our party found a nail in his order. Not fingernails. A nail. A metal nail. Eeps! The manager took his order off for the plate with the nail but still charged him for the replacement order. The manager did, however, take 50% off the bill for the entire table. So a good deal for us, but not for the dude with the nail in his plate. We ate much more carefully after that, trying to see exactly what was on our plates before we put them into our mouths. Food was alright. Lox and eggs plate was interesting and not bad. The grilled cheese was greasy, with a lot of butter and cheese. Not bad, but also not great. The rest of the table ordered french toast (apparently also not bad), hungover plate (was disappointing), and mini burgers. Service was slow. Got one of our orders wrong. The server seemed nice though. When we found the nail she quickly found the manager and tried to resolve it immediately.
(2)Kelly H.
Best French toast ever...hands down. I love, love coming here for brunch when I'm in NYC!
(4)Andrew H.
Good food, not so friendly bar staff. I was here in the spring and had a nice time and the food is delicious. However the staff behind the bar could smile and actually make you feel like they care that you selected this place and not one of the 1000 other places nearby
(3)Daniel S.
I really wanted to give this place a 4 or 5 star review if it wasn't for our waiter and being treated like a groupon/gilt customer..Cant stand that!! Went with my girlfriend on a Wednesday night with a Gilt City voucher. We sat outside and felt the good vibes- heck no, turned into S*%T! We waited for 20 minutes before our waiter came over, and I wish he never came over because he was so annoying in a witty/nice but awkward way. Never met a person like this in my life. We got the muscles which were great! My girlfriend wanted the truffle fries instead of the regular fries but they wanted an $11 supplement. WTF? truffle oil for an extra $11?? The bottle of wine that came with our deal was either a red (i dont know what it was) or a pinot grigio which we settled for after asking how much of a difference it would be for a chardonnay- he mentioned it wouldnt even be a supplement but the price of the bottle itself. Soooooo I'd lose out on my bottle that comes with the deal and pay an extra 50+ for a bottle? No thanks! From there on, I told my girlfriend to not ask for any supplements as this guy was just not nudging or trying to be accommodating at all.. He went on to tell us the exclusions that were not part of Gilt City deal but failed to mention the Filet Mignon was not included so heck yes we got it! We could barely eat our fish or the steak since the Muscles were sooo filling! We wrapped up the steak and fish to go. Here is where it all went to S*%T- Our waiter "assumed" we were so stuffed that we didn't care what we got for desert so he took it upon him to "surprise" us with a desert that sucked! My girlfriend was so pissed he picked out the worst desert on the menu. WHY would you pick what WE want to eat?! This guy was crazy!!! When the bill came they charged us $21.00 in tax which should have been $12.00- to find out the least our waiter didn't tell us that the Filet was not on the menu. The manager came out and explained this to us, i simply told her our waiter didn't tell us it was excluded even though it said it on the voucher- oh well! They took off $10 off the check and gave a $20 NON deserved tip. With that being said, see you never again Rue 57 :).
(3)Sabin C.
This is a large corner bistro with the usual menu and drinks. Nothing quite stands out but it's a solid French place in the area. I recently had the truffle fries which were quite nice. The croque monsieur is decent too. So they actually have sushi on the menu, why I do not know.
(3)Alex S.
Best lunch in NYC. I came here back in 2012 and I like to switch my restaurants up every time I come because its a special occasion. Unfortunately I could not resist coming back to Rue 57. We only stopped in for some morning cocktails but hands down the best bloody I have ever had. Waitress was very nice and actually convinced us to use there sister restaurant for dinner @arlingtonclubnyc.
(5)Jessica R.
We were able to have a delicious meal in an hour before going to a show at Carnegie Hall. The waitress was formal and asked us a little too much about bottled vs. tap water, but the overall experience was wonderful. They took us immediately with our reservation and we were able to have two courses in the limited time before our show (that was my fault - the show started earlier than I had anticipated). I had the french onion soup and the beet salad. The salad was intended as an appetizer, but was perfect for dinner after the copious portion of soup. My husband had the short rib sliders. He said they were wonderful. I can vouch for the fries they can with. Yummy! Those three dishes plus a coffee came to $51 and change, so it's probably not an every night place, but it was definitely appropriate when you want a little night out with a touch of class. Upscale, but not over the top. We would come back.
(4)Jen N.
This place was the only spot I was able to get reservation for brunch during fashion week. The ambiance is nice, but I didn't understand how French cuisine meshed with Sushi. Anyways, service was friendly and the brunch is serviced with good pastries, which i devoured. As for the actual brunch meal, it could use a bit of improvement.
(3)Shari A.
Solid restaurant for just about any occasion....a casual lunch, pre-theatre bite, brunch, or merely a cocktail. The food is nothing to rave about but the quality and presentation are consistently good, the service attentive and knowledgeable and the atmosphere lively without being over the top or too noisy. Situated in a very touristy part of midtown Manhattan, Rue 57 always delivers. The raw bar is fresh, fish options tasty, brunch dishes yummy, salads inventive and there is a nice wine list to boot. Whether you're just in the area needing a snack during a day of shopping, or looking for a nice well-priced place for brunch, or even a casual spot to meet a friend or group for dinner, this place manages to offer something for everyone and it manages to do it quite well. Of course, if you're expecting a 5 star meal then you might want to opt for one of the pricier restaurants in the area. For what it is, we always seem to enjoy and manage to find ourselves here since it seems to be just the easy option in the area!
(3)Peter K.
Took my sister and kid niece to grab a late lunch. The food was ok, service was good and price was high. I had the Brasserie Benedict.
(3)Becky S.
Came here today for a business lunch and really enjoyed my meal. I had the tomato soup special with lump crab meat that was very good and generous on the crab meat. I followed that with the grilled cheese which had prosciuotto, fig spread, and pesto and was really delicious. Hit the spot on this blistery cold day. Service was a little off -- forgot my spoon initially with my soup, dropped off dessert menus before we got our entrees, dropped the bill off before we could order coffee and dessert, but all were quickly fixed. We finished the meal with coffees and the oreo beignets which were amazing -- definitely recommend trying them!
(4)Ankita S.
Cute place! Came here for lunch super hungry and left happy and full. The service was extremely fast even though we came at the prime of the working lunch hour. My group ordered the spicy popcorn shrimp appetizer - so good. For my main, I ordered the Mediterranean salad with chicken and loved it. I'm not normally a big fan of feta but the flavor wasn't overpowering at all. My coworker and boss ordered the chicken scallopini and double crunchy roll. Everyone was satisfied. We capped off our lunch with coffee - my latte was perfect. Can't wait to come back here again and try the sushi.
(5)Phillip G.
The idea of the Lobster, Corn, Potato and Hash truly sounded good on paper. As a menu item, it did not meet my expectations. There were a couple of fair bite-sized chunks of lobster floating through the corn and potato mix but the rest were miniscule shreds that I had to sift through to find. The eggs were delicious as was the béarnaise sauce atop them. I think this dish would be better suited as a Lobster & Egg Scramble with a side of Corn & Potato Hash. The corn was grilled and cut fresh as opposed to canned and the potatoes were delicious and fresh too. I also sampled my cousin's apple crepes and the truffle fries - yum! Don't bother ordering any orange juice though. For the price and quality of a venue like Rue 57, I would expect fresh squeezed juice. I witnessed our server pouring OJ directly from a plastic gallon jug. For my Yelp fans, I'll be saying the same thing about every New York venue I review regarding the service. The New York attitude is far different from the LA/OC/LB demeanor, thus it is not fair of me to comment on whether our server was 'friendly' or 'showed care.' As long as someone shows up to refill my water, I'm happy.
(2)Charea F.
My friend had a giftcard to this place for four years and she found it this past weekend!!! We went last night and they accepted the card! The manager checked the card for us and personally came to greet us and let us know the balance. Super sweet! I had the soup of the day. A creamy tomato with crab. LOVED. They brought out bread with this amazing whipped butter. Apparently, they change it up so I don't know what the other whipped butters are like. I had the herb roasted chicken, it was delicious and not a piece of it was dry. It was also perfectly tender. My friend had their scallop special for the night. She said she really enjoyed it. The waitress was nice, she explained all the meals we asked about perfectly. She was very informative. I think that this is a nice place. Just a little bit on the higher side of the price scale (not ridiculous), but worth the experience!
(5)M L.
One of my favorite dinner places in the city! The food is so tasty! We love all of their appetizers and main courses! I have yet to taste something that isn't good on their menu...YUM YUM YUM! The crispy rice is my favorite, mussels, pop corn shrimp, spicy tuna rolls, kobe beef burgers, Shrimp pasta, Steak, & my favorite is the chilean sea bass made to perfection! Service is great too!
(5)Diana V.
Great at atmosphere, fast and attentive service. Food is good, tuna tartare is what I had and side of Brussels sprouts were the best ones I had ever yet have, a la Peche the pear vodka cocktail went well with my meal. Our server Matt was very attentive and nice! For dessert: Vahlrona Chocolate Cake is a must.
(5)Annette B.
This two floor beautiful French bistro is stylishly decorated and has comfortable outdoor and indoor seating. It has a bar area which doesn't require ordering food. I have been here a few times and always enjoyed my food and drinks here. Today I had sushi which was good, my favorite are the mussels. It's a great place to come to after a beautiful walk in Central Park, for a casual date, having dinner with friends or with family. Yes I recommend Rue 57 !
(4)Farheen Q.
The food was great here, but the service blows. Our waitress did not bring me a straw after asking 3 times, the manager had to get it. Also we never got bread till we asked for it which I thought was very rude. Everyone else was served bread.... Our waitress never checked on us when we got the food till the end of our meal. We were not asked if we wanted dessert after our meal and towards the end of our meal the water was not refilled. Sorry to say, but the customer service was very horrible and therefore I wouldn't recommend it because my experience wasn't good! She also asked for the Check before we could even get up off our table.
(2)Florence K.
What's better than ordering a nice strong drink after a long day? Getting that drink replaced for free when it proves to be TOO strong for you. Beware of the "Not-so-old fashioned." Yes, the innocent little muddled blackberries will lure you in (making it "not-so-old") but when you take a sip, you are immediately transported to a place that you only hope you can get back down to reality because you realize it's Thursday and still need to make it to work tomorrow. I guess the waitress saw the difficulty I was having finishing the drink that she came over and offered to replace it for me. Thankfully, I got the Moscow mule which was really delicious and more palatable. I would order the Not-So-Old fashioned again, if I was ONLY going to drink... but since I wanted to have a nice meal (that I can remember the next day) with my husband, I opted for something lighter. I ordered the lasagna with the huge ass mushrooms. It was so good! Nice a meaty and just wonderful on a stomach that needed something to reduce the effects of the 5 sips I took from the Not-So-Old fashioned. Hubs ordered their signature burger and said it was one of the best burgers he had (he changed the roquefort to American cheese though). It was a great night and our waitress was really sweet and attentive. Will definitely be back since they allow you to dine with your dog if you sit outdoors.
(5)Tiffany A.
One of my favorite places. It consistently has great food each time you visit. The one thing I do have to say is it gets very crowded and hard to maneuver to your table or around the restaurant. The server we had was very outgoing and gave great recommendations. I ordered the seasonal sangria which happened to be white peach. It was amazing to say the least. Perfect combination and wasn't overly sweet. Our server told us we should try the crispy artichokes and I'm so glad we did! Tastes similar to a french fries, but you don't feel as bad. I ordered the grilled salmon with salad. Salmon was perfectly cooked and tasted fresh. The salad had a bit too much dressing, but it was still tasty. Overall great experience and food. I will definitely be back and looking to try the brunch, which I've heard was amazing!
(4)Jully H.
Very good!!! Came here with my friend rachel and her father george since it is nearby. The bread was enough to fill us up so we didnt bother ordering appetizers and quickly got to the entrees. We ordered everything to share and it was just downright delicious. Baked chicken was the highlight along with the sauce i dipped the madhed potatoes in (orgasmic). I ate every single string bean and dipped it into the sauce that how good the sauce was!! Meatloaf was also very good, a little sweet but very good id have it again, but that chicken sauce WOW! For dessert we had the bread pudding which was also very good but i was so stuffed at this point I could barely even breathe. Id come back!!!
(4)John N.
It's just an OK place for breakfast great location ok food. I walked past this place on my way to Central Park and decided to go in for breakfast. My eggs Benedict was ok basically ham on a croissant. No side and not much involved to make it special.
(3)Kashmala K.
A great place to meet up with friends. Place is always packed, but service is quick and friendly. I wasn't very lucky with my tuna salad for the anchovies, capers and I think some of the olives made it way too salty. It was like eating teaspoons of salt at a time. The Tuna itself was on point! It was delicious. Next time I would ask for less of the other ingredients. My friend had grilled cheese which was okay. The artichokes were really good though.
(3)Sarah B.
The 2 of us came here around 2pm on a Sunday afternoon. The place was PACKED but we were seated right away. However we were right next to the register so it was quite tight and busy, The menu was huge (including a variety of brunch options) and since this was an impromptu visit, I didn't have a chance to yelp to see what was good. So my hubby went with the Reuben sandwich which comes with a pickle (tasted more like a cucumber) and a potato wedge and I went with the salad which came with tuna, beets, white beans, lentils, green beans, asparagus and a balsamic vinaigrette. I love big salads and this one was certainly large, filling and tasty! The corned beef in the Reuben was tender and not too fatty so it was tasty to me. The total cost came to a little under $39 before tip. Service was ok. I had to finally ask for a refill of my water after about 30 minutes of waiting but I did drink it very quickly! Not a bad spot on a Sunday afternoon where not many other places are open. Enjoy!
(3)Nabila I.
This was the most expensive meal I had during my recent visit to NYC. The place sells itself as a France meets Japan and eloped to the States. Personally not a big fan of French cuisine, and while I love sushi, what I love, Japanese people likely sneer at for it's in-authenticity. I had the pan seared dumplings as an appetizer. These were filled with cabbage. While I enjoyed them, they weren't worth $13. I ordered the spicy king crab roll for my main. They used real crab, which is good. But for 8 pieces, it costs $21. So price wise, I think I could find a better place that gives me more bang for my buck. We had a great server though. He was attentive. We confused the Ikura (salmon roe) sushi with salmon rose sushi, and he took it back without a fuss. He had the thermostat turned up when my friend complained about feeling cold, as we were seated next to the window. He even changed the vanilla scoop of gelato in our oreo beignets to baci chocolate gelato! And that dessert was bliss. Honestly, I would only go back for the oreo beignets and possibly a drink. Not the one I had ordered that night (it was some Valentine's day special that they were serving the next day) but I would go back for dessert and drinks. I would not waste my money ordering a meal. But the tempura battered oreos with powdered sugar and baci gelato? That's definitely worthwhile.
(4)Trusha S.
I came here with a friend around holiday time for brunch. I made a reservation the night before. Large space with ample seating. After going to many small restaurants in New York where often you can feel really cramped when they get busy, it's nice to have spacious restaurants. During the holidays they had a lot of very cute indoor Holiday decor which also made for a nice ambiance. I usually don't go for sweet brunch options, but I couldn't resist their french toast with strawberries and mascarpone cheese. Seriously DELICIOUS. Picture doesn't do it justice.
(5)D E.
We seem to be going back again and again to share the steak au poivre and truffle fries... Truly excellent. The loss of a star is because it's too damn noisy and cluttered and the service is friendly enough but still sloppy and inattentive. But gosh, those truffle fries...
(4)Lisa B.
Rue 57 Solid restaurant. When I lived in NYC and family would come for special occasions, we ended up here for one reason or another. It tends to please folks of with different taste and even age groups. It's a brasserie...there's something for everyone! The service is consistently dependable, they can handle large groups with aplomb, but expect to spend a lot of Benjamins. However, that is not a surprise in midtown in Manhattan.
(3)Andy K.
Solid place for brunch, lunch,or dinner. Something for everyone here. From Sushi to the hangover breakfast. Wonderful salads, sandwiches and brunch items. We loved it. nothing was outstanding but everything was very good, great when everyone wants something different. Wife had the beet salad and she loved it. I had the french toast and it was solid, son had the hangover breakfast also very good. Why 4 stars, our server was not friendly, helpful or happy. Loved the bar staff.
(4)Vanni P.
Went for a corporate event. The steak was quite good, juicy with a nicely charred exterior. The rest of the food was ok, but nothing to write home about. Probably most frequented by tourists and theater-goers, so if you don't fall into one of those two categories why bother?
(3)Serge L.
Great Breakfast and Brunch spot, and they even host terrific catered events. The place was bustling on a recent Saturday morning, but the service and food remained excellent. Eggs Benedict, French Toast, Sausage, all stellar options to get your morning going.
(4)Susan C.
This place is almost always packed for dinner. Nice weather calls for outdoor seating. Drinks are a bit on the pricier end but great bartenders and service. Romantic and intimate ambiance, but the noise level is quite high. If I could marry their burger, I would.
(4)Celia Z.
When we forgot to make reservations to Norma's a block away and the wait was an hour, we decided that it was time to be spontaneous. Walking around the midtown area, Rue 57 seemed like a good option. The hostess was cold and unwelcoming. When we asked here if there would be a wait for walk in, she coldly replied yes. An awkward silence followed. "For how long?" Another awkward silence "Ten minutes" In all the restaurants I've been to, I've never been treated this rudely by a hostess. Thank goodness the rest of service was above par. The food came rather quickly, but it was delicious but ordinary. That means not worth my money, time, or calories. True, the fries were some of the best I ever had, but the blueberry pancakes were like pancakes out of a really good box mix - yes, they were soft and fluffy and delicious, but not more delicious than places where I can get for less than half the price, or better yet, a powder. The burgers were good, but mediocre compared to New York standards anywhere. When food is not filled with homestyle love yet at the same time is plain and unimpressive, you've got a problem. Looks like Rue 57 has some issues to solve.
(3)Ingrid L.
I've been coming to rue for years now, so I should definitely review. We had Sunday breakfast there this past Sunday, and as usual, the food was outstanding. What prompted me to wrote a review however, was our waiter, Philip. He was attentive, personable and never let my coffee cup run dry (which is a key part of reading the times on a Sunday in the sunshine ). I had the benedict, which was luscious. I especially appreciate the amount of lemon in their hollandaise..always makes it so perfectly bright. I had the blueberry pancakes (which I think he always orders), and finished every last bite. Perfect way to spend a Sunday morning. Thanks Philip - you were outstanding.
(5)Evon T.
This is my one of my neighborhood brasseries. I was here again this past weekend for a quick brunch before meeting a friend, and as always, was underwhelemed by the food and the service. The service: - My server complained to the hostess loudly "This is the 3rd party of 1 you're seating my section!" - He rushed me through every portion of the meal, even bringing my check (unasked) as he brought out my coffee and then repeatedly checked on the folio while I had my coffee to see if I had added payment. RUDE! The food: - Always bland. This time I had the poached eggs with lobster hash. There were itty bitty, dry pieces of lobster, not really identifiable via taste and barely identifiable visibly. I had to add a lot of salt because there was no discernable flavor. All in all, there are too many places in the area to have to put up with this subpar brasserie, including Betony and The Wayfarer.
(2)Sunshine M.
Spontaneous decision to have dinner here- Sat quickly- hostess reminded me of a young grace jones ( spicy!) Server, nice mid age man but had a greaseball look- in a not good way. Ordred apps ( cesar and soup) dinner we choose a few rolls. Not the best place for sushi, buttttttttt didn't want to eat anything heavy. Manager came by when i asked a question- nice guy but useless. Most places cater to the customer with simple requests. ( Used to be in this business for over 10 years- oh well. ) no need to complain. Sushi was ok. Nice atmosphere. lower level festive with holidays trees, decorated very nice, bathrooms were clean. main level had views of the street. I came- i left. not exciting. btw be ready to spend $$$ for "meh" food.
(2)Laura R.
The food was delicious. I order the lamb chops and they were tender and juicy, really great. It was a Thursday night so of course it was really crowded. Which usually doesn't bother me but in this place the waiter completely forgot about us for intervals of 30+ minutes. The atmosphere was nice but since we were close to a waiter station all we heard were yelling and drinks being spilled. So if you do go I would recommend booking a nice table beforehand or go earlier.
(3)Jessica D.
My family and I came here for my big sister's and now brother in-law's wedding rehearsal dinner. We came on a Friday night and boy was it packed, but luckily reservations were made prior to this dinner. It's quite dim and dark here, so be careful with where your walking. It was quite loud at Rue 57 when we arrived for dinner. Very lively, but also intimate atmosphere. Service was good. The menu was interesting and different because it's mostly Western cuisine, but there was a side of for Eastern cuisine too. French cuisine with a little Asian cuisine in the mix. They have sushi, but the pricing is steep. In my opinion, the pricing here is moderate/expensive. My family and I all ordered different items off the menu and I don't quite remember exactly what they all ordered. I ordered the Chicken Paillard which was served with Israeli couscous, wild mushrooms, asparagus, shaved Parmesan, and black truffles. The couscous, black truffles and wild mushrooms were extremely delicious! I didn't like the Chicken Paillard, it had an odd taste to it. If I ever come back to Rue 57 again, I probably won't be getting this again even though the wild mushrooms and black truffles were tasty. My mom had the Miso Glazed Chilean Sea Bass and I was afraid it wouldn't be enough for her because her dish had no starch, so I ordered the Twice Baked Stuffed Potatoes served with country gravy and sour cream. The chefs definitely transformed this into something new, something different, something I've never seen before. The presentation was stunning! It was tasty and full of gravy goodness, but fattening. As trendy and hip Rue 57 is, I don't think I would come back too often to eat here mostly because it's pricey and the cuisine/style isn't something I would enjoy all the time.
(3)Veronika S.
I think they need to work on customer service. It's like you own already to waiter just because you had idea to stop there. Server which we had was RUDE.
(2)Anna L.
One of our favorite places for brunch. I recommend you make reservations. Love the croissants, lobster hash, crispy thick bacon.
(5)Stacy M.
We have eaten here a couple different times when visiting NYC the food is very good. Great location great service. Will go there again and again
(5)Andrea S.
Looked like a good stop to grab a bite to eat while walking from Central Park to Times Square. Atmosphere was nice and casual, service was good, food was decent. Grabbed a spot at the bar while waiting for a table to open up during the busy lunch hour, but only took about 10 minutes to be seated. French onion soup was OK, butter lettuce salad was a bit disappointing. People with our group got the grilled cheese with fig marmalade which looked delish and the Cuban which also looked great.
(3)Ron H.
The perfect day... Started out at the SPA walked up the block and found RUE 57 a fancy two level eatery that may become a bad habit. I could spend a lot of money here quite often with no regrets. Hey but don't take a strangers word try it for yourself and enjoy.
(5)Lily W.
My husband took me to this restaurant and we love it. The waiter was very profesional and took care of us immediately. We were seat inside in a small table close to the bar, drinks didn't take that long to arrive and I was feeling comfortable. My husband ordered order steak and fries (since they didn't have baked potatoes), mussels and fish for me. Everything was tasteful and well done. The little basket of fries that came with my husbands entree was really good and the steak was perfectly cook and juicy. The sea bass was perfect to me and the mussels were fresh and on point,we enjoyed everything. There were a lot of people and it was early in the evening that day. Definitely going back to this place!
(5)Zoe L.
Came here to meet with a couple professors and sponsors from my alma mater since they made a reservation at this restaurant. 4 of us ordered the Lobster, Corn, and Hash. In my opinion, it wasn't great. It just tasted a bit ordinary and looked like it was 80% corn, 15% hash, and 5% lobster. The eggs that went on top were delicious however. I brought my leftovers home and reheated them later in the day to see if I was just sick and didn't have my taste buds on me, but it still tasted the same and I was still not impressed. Would come back to try something else some other time. Would give it 4 stars because we saw Tony Shalhoub eating there as well - but just thinking about all that corn makes me keep it at a 3.
(3)Paul W.
Poor. Chicken Milanaise was breaded chicken breast straight from freezer. It had never seen a hammer. Way too thick and definitely not cooked to order. Staff uninterested.
(2)Ton M.
The server didn't notice me when I was seated waiting for someone to help, I took a long time to order! The food came fast and tasty, but I found a plastic in my pancake! they gave a discount and the receptionist came to say sorry, but kinda rude
(2)Nicole P.
Rue 57 is my go to restaurant in the Midtown area. They have a great selection of food, and everything is good to great. Some of my favorites are the crispy rice w/tuna, crispy artichokes and the sushi rolls...OH, and the french fries! You really can't go wrong with any dish. It's a little expensive, but it is Midtown so I guess it's to be expected!
(3)Matt B.
Food was fantastic. A little pricey, but worth it!
(4)Christy S.
Great place to eat. I've been coming for years. Perfect location and close to Central Park and Times Square. Great menu and excellent food. I recommend a reservation as it does get quite busy. My only negative comment is it gets extremely loud!! Great place!!
(5)Perry A.
I would skip this place at all costs. Upon entering the first thing you see are four hostesses talking amongst themselves. They stop briefly to ask for a name and how many. They told us fifteen minutes, which isn't bad. A fifteen minute wait is great. They told us to go stand at the bar so we go stand and order a couple beers. The bartender is sort of rude and doesn't seem to want to be there. After waiting thirty minutes we are finally seated and the waitress takes our drink orders and constantly asks us if we want extra things. She listed off three or four different bottles of wine and asked if we wanted multiple glasses. No thanks. One drink a piece will do. It takes her twenty minutes to bring back the drinks and then we order food to which she asks each person if they want to add more food (appetizers, sushi, etc.) if we wanted more food, we would have ordered it, so again, no thanks. The food comes back about twenty more minutes later brought by someone completely different. We don't see our waitress again until after we are done eating and someone has taken away our plates. We are sitting there with empty glasses and no plates when the waitress comes back and we ask her politely for the check. She asks us if we want any dessert or more drinks (it's almost like she's begging us to order more and more things). She finally brings the check ten minutes later and we give her the card and write the tip on there. It was below 18% because of the absolutely horrendous service. She comes back with our checks and has the audacity to tell us that 18% is for okay service and that usually people tip more. I've been to a restaurant before, I know how tips work. The food was good. A little overpriced, but still good. I would skip this place at all costs. Service is horrible from the time you walk in to the time you leave. The waitress asking for more tip just completely baffled everyone (4 total) in our party. I've never been to a restaurant where the waitress begs you to order food and then asks you for more tip when she has provided the worst service in NYC. Don't waste your time.
(1)Hank C.
Popped in here for drinks after dinner with friends and were greeted, seated at the bar, and enjoying a cold simple drink in no time. The place is a little ornate for my taste, but for mingling at the bar, it's not bad (though it was an early Thursday night). Will have to try the food - it looked (and smelled) good as the servers passed along the way to the table!
(3)Dustin W.
We visited this restaurant on a recent trip to NYC. When you look at the menu they have Japanese, French, Italian, and a bit of American fare. Classic mistake of trying to do too many things ok instead of picking a theme and doing it great. We had the tartare, which was just ok. The other food we had was less than stellar. If you are a foodie and like great food, this is NOT the place. If you want decently large portions of ok food, you'll be fine. The place was packed so I will give them that. The service was a notch below average. This is not the best place to visit with your friends as it is extremely noisy.
(2)Lily S.
Though it is partially an Asian restaurant, the extensive menu also has an excellent section for, just about anything else! I visited there with my mother our first day in New York, and immediately we fell in love with the atmosphere. It was busy, but for a restaurant with a brasserie feel it was very sophisticated. The burgers were incredible! We loved the place so much we revisited for brunch on our last day in New York. I got the French toast. It was one of the best restaurants on 57th by far, I highly recommend it.
(5)Kate B.
Our server was delightful and very friendly, I had the French toast and breakfast potatoes. Absolutely delicious everything was well done. Potatoes were an amazing experience.
(5)Katarina M.
Good food good service. Relaxed ambience. Always have good experience there. Will come back again and again.
(3)Derek W.
Again, our first time to NYC and there are so many places to choose from. We stumbled on this place after walking for many hours and having a hard time to choose a place to eat. The service was great and they are child friendly which was nice. The vast food menu was great, and we decided to have the Blue Ribbon Burger and it was awesome! The fries where great too. I had a Moscow Mule for a cocktail and they made very well. The prices are a little on upper side, but it is worth what you get! I will come back again, and would recommend this place you anyone in NYC or visiting NYC.
(5)Olivia O.
This was one of the warmest cutest spots I stopped in on my New York trip. I had a friend suggest we meet here for brunch. Spectacular-looking menu, excellent service, decent prices for being a high-end spot in the middle of the super popular area. It was a great place to catch up with a girl friend. We sat there for over an hour chit chatting and I was so grateful no one gave us gruff about it. We had mimosas and they were spot on to boot. I ended up ordering the braised short rib benedict. The taste was amazing - it was luxurious and creamy without being overbearing. They didn't skimp on plate size either. I was full by the time I finished. My only small qualm was plating - I mean how the dish looked. I was perfectly happy to go have a kinda nice brunch at a posh spot with my friend, but you'd think my dish could have been made to look up to speed. The restaurant is fancy, the details are aiming at a refined feel. The place tasted great but sort of looked like something I could have been served at a Denny's. Someone to do the finishing touches, make sure that every place is something you are proud of and looks amazing as it tastes. Otherwise, this was a fabulous place. I would love to come back here with friends next time I'm in the city.
(4)Jessica H.
Three stars because food was okay not great, service was scattered, and prices are high for what you get. We had the eggs florentine (one of the best dishes), grilled cheese with prosciutto, French onion soup (not great), and Kobe sliders. The sliders were nothing spectacular. Nothing was spectacular. Everything was pretty good. The grilled cheese and eggs florentine were better than most other dishes.
(3)Tiffaney T.
The ambiance was amazing! It was a beautiful night and they had the doors open with a breeze into the restaurant. The tables were in the door ways and outside! The waiter was amazing and drinks were fantastic! Food was good, my sisters had the mushroom salad, which was amazing, and the mini burgers, also amazing. I got the chicken paillard- it was dry and not a lot of flavor. My daughter had the sashimi and thought it was ok. Would defiantly come again and try something else.
(4)Latasha M.
I stopped here after a haircut and was really hunger so didn't look at ratings before stopping in. The staff were friendly. The presentation was very colorful but when I constantly have to add salt, pepper and cheese, that says a lot. I googled they're ratings after eating and they have 3.5 stars on most sites out of 5, so I'm not alone. I was disappointed mainly because it's comes across as a French restaurant so my expectations were high. The maître d' confirmed that it was French with some American and sushi mixed in. I'm assuming since they're a "fusion", they think, they don't have to get anything right on the money. And they didn't lol. If the food was tastier they would have at least gotten a 3 stars, but I have to give them a 2 instead based on taste.
(2)Charlene L.
Just ate here tonight and had to write a review. Tasty food. Definitely check this place out! I got the chicken- they gave a large portion with even more arugula salad to go along with it. Good drinks and nice ambiance.
(4)Elaine K.
Food was good and the waiters did a great job, but does the 4 hostesses standing at front get paid to talk to each other the whole night? Besides saying "welcome, how many people?" And quickly seating the customers, they zone out to just each other. I don't think it's professional. I even tried to ask them something but they were so busy with each other they didn't even notice me sitting on the side of them waiting to get there attention. :/
(2)Mrs. B.
Visited Rue 57 while in NYC for the weekend, it was really close to the Essex House where we stayed. The menu offered a huge variety of items, so everyone in my party was happy. We had an end table near the entrance and as such didn't feel cramped. The side doors were all opened and we enjoyed al fresco dining with the occasional breeze coming through. Our young server was very professional and courteous. My only negative comment is the food on this day leaned toward salty and this is coming from someone who doesn't eat salt-free.
(4)Preeti P.
Bustling, nice old world ambience. Made a quick stop for coffee and biscottis - nice. Folks around us seemed to be enjoying the sushi and there appeared to be a lot of true New Yorkers - clearly a favorite with the locals.
(4)Susanna F.
Brussel sprouts. Order them as an appetizer; end of story. They were beyond delicious, and one of the best foods I've eaten hands down in NYC. A friend and I were in the neighborhood, so we stopped in and had a couple apps and drinks at the bar. Our bartender Amanda was super friendly and on point with service. I can't say enough great things about the food and service here. I will definitely return!
(5)E. T.
Great French onion soup. Great mussels. French Japanese fusion. Friendly, courteous and attentive staff.
(5)K D.
I came here with my sister last night before an early show at the NY City Center. We decided since we were a little low on time that we would order 4 appetizers to share and told the waiter to bring dishes out as they were ready. We started with the beet salad (with arugula, pickled red onions, and goat cheese). The waiter brought it out on two plates since he knew we were sharing, which I thought was very thoughtful of him to do without us asking. It was quite tasty. Then we had the brussels sprouts, which were cooked perfectly - a little crisp on the outside. They were also cooked in a honey butter that gave them a sweet taste that I'd never had with sprouts before. We also ordered 8 east coast oysters, which were served with a variety of little dipping sauces. The oysters were nice and fresh - perfect for a hot summer day. And finally, the beautiful tuna tartar. It was a work of art! It had avocado on top, cucumbers on the bottom, and a delicious rice wine vinegar on the plate, drizzled with black sesames. It was SO delicious. We each had one cocktail, but as we were wrapping up our meal, the waiter informed us that there were promo gals from Bullet Bourbon and they were giving out free Old Fashioneds, if we were interested - YES please! Our waiter was SO friendly and fun, I wish I remembered his name so that I could compliment him here in the review! Daniel, maybe? If so, yay Daniel! Overall, this is a beautiful French restaurant that specializes in French food, but also in sushi and fresh fish. A strange little combo, but it works.
(4)Mo D.
Awesome day in the city with great food. Love the vibe of this place and really enjoyed lounging and eating here. I ordered the Rue 57 Burger (w/bacon)that came with Pomme frites (aka fries with a mushroom, garlic and Parmesan topping) absolutely yummy and worth $24.00. The portion was so large I have dinner for later and my food was package in a really cute bag. Loved the music they played (particularly Chaka Khan: sweet thing) Service was service; nothing note worthy. BUT one notable thing I must say are THE MALE WAITERS!!! Particularly the ones of African heritage. They are absolutely adorable and using some kind of secret facial moisturizer that gives them this flawless appearance. Mmmmm!!! What a site to see!!!!! Lol. Whyyyyy 3 stars? The PRICE. My sparkling water was SEVEN ($7.00). and the tip suggestion was ridiculous. I get the whole location location location thing but I'm not giving my (potential) future children college funds away on lunch!
(3)Shelby K.
Went for lunch and had the grilled cheese with fig preserves and prosciutto. It was tasty but warning to girls wearing lipgloss, the bread had some seedy outside that got all over and it was not flattering to eat. My fries were soggy which was disappointing! Our waiter was nice and very friendly but I felt like he would forget about us because he was very slow with coming back to take our order and bringing us our check. The prices are to be expected for the area so no complaints there. I would probably go back to try some of their dinner options and see if my opinion changes.
(3)Berit M.
We stopped here for lunch after a really long day of walking, shopping, museums, etc. and I was in dire need of sustenance. Rue 57 hooked it up and served us some really savory food. I ordered the french onion soup which was warm and extra cheesy (in a great way) and a butter salad with pear, parmesan and house vinaigrette. Both really hit the spot and gave me a welcomed energy boost as well. If you're a fan of grand marnier, try the grand marnier hot chocolate -- you won't be disappointed.
(4)Katie T.
We waited at least 20 minutes for a table for four for Sunday brunch, only to be seated on the seriously half-empty lower floor. The apparently standard 3-4 hostesses were present but evidently not managing seating very effectively. The service was just awful--very slow and disorganized. At least three different people visited our table, but only after our strident attempts to get their attention. My coffee got refilled once and only after the dregs of my first cup were stone cold. The waiter said he would bring milk for it and didn't. We flagged down someone else and they still didn't bring it. We finally got a third person's attention and had success--but for godsakes, why wasn't milk brought with the coffee in the first place? The waiter told me an ingredient in my order couldn't be substituted because it had been pre-prepared. Oh goody! So why did it take a half hour to arrive at our table I wonder?? Finally, the food is completely forgettable and over-priced. Ingredients in other dishes at our table were cold (eg the bacon in my sister's burger, elements in my husband's Cuban sandwich). It wasn't totally disgusting, otherwise I would be giving one star. This was overall a very disappointing experience.
(2)Ashley S.
Very Good lunch spot! I went to Rue 57 with a large group, 13 people. A mix of twin 1 year olds and teenagers and adults. We were sat right away (we had a reservation) in a nice place downstairs. The food was good all around, it came it a timely manner and the waitress was polite and quick. They did not mind my twin nieces running around either. Definitely recommend for a great lunch/brunch spot!
(5)Marco M.
I came here for a late dinner on a Thursday night and they were able to accomodate a party of 4. They have a decent size floor level with a basement full of seats. On nicer days, they open up the sliding doors to make it feel like you are oustide. The food was OK. We ordered a chicken milanese (not as breaded as I normally have had it with a nice balsamic drizzle over), chicken pallard (basically the size of a whole chicken), then 2 pastas. I was a little disappointed with the taste of the pastas as they were slightly overcooked, I prefer them a bit more al dente. The service was friendly but prices were a bit up there (granted the portions were larger than normal). In all honesty, I don't know if everyone has the same appetite as me as the remaining members of my party still had some food leftover. With that said, I would recommend splitting plates among the table. Buon appetito
(3)Chelle S.
Had Mother's Day brunch with my best friend and his mom. I wanted to give her a better experience. I had made a reservation on Open Table and was seated at the right time and the hostess made it possible for my server to keep my card so that there was no fighting for the bill. The ambiance was nice, the doors and windows were open to the street and conversation level was audible. I know it was a busy brunch but our server did not introduce himself, he took our order and didn't come back until he dropped off the check. I understand that there are runners who refill water and bring food, but it is the server's job to check up on us and the food. He didn't come by the table at all through the whole meal. The steak was good and so were the fries although a side of fries costs $10+. My miso sea bass wasn't the best, it was alright but not worth $38. I suppose the location justifies the price, but if that's the case then service should be better. It's okay for me to spend a lot of money on a special brunch, but it didn't seem special when the server ignored us. I wouldn't have minded it so much if it was just a friend and I, but I wanted it to be a great experience for Mother's Day.
(2)Misty S.
Food was good, but our server was terrible. Unfriendly and only came to to table to give us water and take our order. Other than that we didn't see her. She never brought our bill and left our drinks empty. The hostess brought our check over for us. She still never came back, so the hostess returned and then ran the credit card. The place was not busy at all, so there is no excuse for poor service. We would not go back. There are way too many great places In NY to go. This server is costing them money.
(2)Steve L.
Went here for brunch in a group of six. Service was rather attentive. I had the breakfast burritobwas the sour cream on the side. Burrito itself seemed a bit greasy, but there was a nice salad to accompany it - a very tasty, hearty meal...no complaints here. Others ordered the story ribs eggs benedict (supposedly very good), the Cuban, and the tuna salad. Everyone was pleased...good times had by all.
(4)Ollie S.
Pros: It's still a very dependable, solid restaurant. It's beautiful, the service was impeccable last night, and the whole trip served its purpose - taking out-of-towners to a "nice" Midtown restaurant. The location is also perfect for us, Queensonites. Cons: The menu is not very inventive, the list of appetizers is short and doesn't offer anything that would serve as a sharing plate for the table of 5. Prices are in the stratosphere. I had a $17 glass of "tonight's special" red and it was terrible. Although they poured me half of a bottle, so maybe the wine wasn't that bad for an $8.50 glass. P.S. I just looked at the snippets of other people's reviews on the right side of the page, and saw the word "dependable" repeated in two of them. Oh well, sometimes being dependable beats being inventive.
(4)Alexandra K.
Had a brunch after Central park walk. Cozy place with good service. Recommend Thai Spicy Tuna Roll and, of course, pommes fritos (french fries), they are also good. As for pricing -- it is OK.
(3)Betsy S.
Amazing breakfast and service! Would highly recommend!!! Almond and chocolate croissants, herb omelette, home fries all delicious! Staff friendly and welcoming! Rue 57 cocktail truly special!!!
(5)Elena D.
Incredibly disappointed. The only reason why my review has two stars is because the food isn't disappointing like the service. We waited and waited and waited for bread and butter, my friend asked to have her phone charged and it came back at 4% (I know this is no ones responsibility but like-did you even hook it up or did your drop it off at the hostess stand?) we didn't even have bread when the cheese plate came out, my other friend got up twice to ask for condiments and the goddamn bread, we had to ask for a water refill, the staff was distant, I can't even blame all this on one waiter because it was a different person getting the order, delivering food and drink, taking the plates away and handing out check every time. LITERALLY A DIFFERENT PERSON EVERYTIME. For paying this price, service should not be an issue. Also don't stick utensils in my French fries and touch my fries as you pull them out and set the table....
(2)Wendy M.
came in for a quick bite Friday night. The restaurant was starting to get a little busy, but we were seated right away. The service was fast and friendly. We ordered a dozen of the east coast oysters, they were DELICIOUS! We each got small dishes, each one was good, just enough to fill you up, without having to take the rest home (which we were trying to avoid, since we were going out). It's a bit pricey, ($42/dozen oysters) but thats what to expect in the city! My only complaint was that the tables were a bit too close for comfort. I felt like the lady in the next table was sitting on my lap!
(4)Bonnie M.
Every few months two friends and I meet here for an update lunch. We all worked together quite a while ago when we were new to the city. The food is always reliably good and not too expensive, considering its location. They have daily specials that push the envelope just enough to be interesting, yet not so unusual as to be oddball. The wait staff are prompt and courteous and the seating is comfortable. The place can get a bit noisy, but not so loud that you have to shout to your table mates. (Believe me, during lunch time there are fewer and fewer restaurants suitable for conversation.) One thing I especially appreciate is that the staff never hurry us or seem to be pushing us out the door. While Rue 57 isn't 5 stars, it always delivers a consistent, 4 star experience.
(4)Daniel K.
The steak comes with fries and onion, cooked to perfection and very tasty. Didn't wait long to be served and the entire restaurant had a nice NYC feel to it.
(4)Deon W.
Love the decor and staff was attentive. Food was made to perfection and the cocktails were not watered down whatsoever. I had the salmon, with a not so old fashion and fried Oreos as desert. Definitely coming back here again
(5)Sophia G.
The food is delicious and worth the money. One of my favorite restaurants. However, last night it was hot in the restaurant, but the experience was great. Appetizer, main course and dessert were yum.
(4)Marc S.
Super convenient spot after a couple hours in Central Park. We sat outside with our two kids and puppy. Excellent food. We've been here 3 times over the last 11 years. French onion soup, sliders, chicken noodle soup, chicken salad were perfect.
(5)Sanderson C.
Rue 57 has a nice indoor/outdoor layout. The beet salad was delicious but the filet was just par. The wasabi potatoes added a unique flair and the steak sauce was light but flavorful. Nothing especially great about this restaurant but still a good experience. If it wasn't in New York (where you can try a new place every day) I'd go back again.
(3)Suze D.
Excellent service and has a full bar. Ordered the turkey burger and it was cooked perfectly! Everyone enjoyed their meals. Great restaurant before hitting the park
(4)Anna K.
rue 57 burger grilled chicken pasta lunch special includes entree with a pint of draft beer. typical american bar food, lots of seats for lunch time.
(3)Kimberly S.
The owners of Hair On The Avenue take whomever comes to the NY for classes to this restaurant every time. So I always make sure to check in at this restaurant when I'm up on my own. They're French toast brioche is worth walking for! I was hoping for a late night French toast but it wasn't being served. So I tried dinner. The steak frites with (okay cannot spell) arivpua sauce was huge and better than expected. And the waiter was very attentive and pleasant. My only reason for a 4 star rating was that it was very warm where I was seated. Will go back when in NY next month!
(4)Ari A.
There's always someone eating at Rue 57 because it's a dependable restaurant. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu, a good place to take you're parents when they're picking up the bill or hop in before a show. I love how they make subtle adjustments to your classic favorites. Take for instance my creamy tomato soup with Rock shrimp. Noms.
(3)Fabian G.
Great location, great decoration inside, the service was fast and really correct. BUT, the place between table force you to move your table when the guy at the table next to yours (or even the guys in front of you) need to go to toilet. Next, the French fries was over cooked and then too crunchy. This is not how French fries are, believe me :)
(3)Mary-Ann A.
I love this place, i have been coming for years. It has such a great ambience! Love the outdoor seating in the spring/summer months. The truffle fries are a must! For dessert, i love the bread pudding, creme brulee and fried oreos!
(4)Austin C.
I was invited to come here one afternoon by my friend Danielle. The food and environment was great. The only thing that was not great was my stomach from the abuse it took the night before, stage 5 hangover. MY suggestion is when dealing with a stage 5 hangover.. steer clear of the steak tartare. Not a wise move on my part. This place, while a little pricey, is worth the cost. IT is hard to find a place with a better ambiance for a cheaper price in Manhattan.
(4)Corinna W.
The place is very popular. We sit at 7 pm Friday. There was plenty of available tables. But when it is 7:30 pm. We saw there were a line waited to be seated. We had reservation. The table is with candle and white table cloth. Nice. I had beet salad($12.50). which is delicious. I also ordered sushi Dragon roll for $18. I could not even finish my salad. So I had to take the sushi back to hotel. My husband ordered sirloin half pound burger. That was huge. The burger comes with fries. Beer on the tab is $8 ( normal for NY city). I would recommend to wait to order second dish off you have salad.
(4)João C.
Rue 57 is a bad copy of Balthazar. Food: ok, nothing special. The best: the fries. The worst: The service is one of the worst in NYC. We went with our 2 year old kids, asked for 2 high chairs. They said in 5 to 10 minutes the table was ready (the place wasn't full at that time). They had us stand for half an hour, while they seated all the other people that came after us. Maybe more than 50 people.It was so awkward that every time I asked what was going on, they had different answers. 4 hostesses totally rude and unprepared. Never again!
(2)Apurva N.
I went here for brunch around 11:30 am this morning with a group of 3. Luckily, i think we beat the Sunday Brunch crowd by about 30 mins or so! We were seated promptly by the friendly hostess - we were all a little surprised at how big this place is! Like the hostess, our waitress was also very friendly and sociable. We ordered our respective teas and coffees. I ordered a hot chocolate, which I was a little disappointed in. Not chocolatey enough at all! For our meals, we ordered the grilled cheese, the belgian waffles and an assorted breadbasket. The grilled cheese was AMAZING! The fries that came with it were also really good. The Belgian waffles were equally well appreciated by all. The breadbasket, I think, could use some actual bread along with the assorted pastries. Overall, we had a really good experience and I'm sure I will return. A little disappointed in the hot chocolate, but the food is really good, nonetheless! Check it out!
(4)Jennifer S.
It must have been a choppy day at sea, because all the boring rich people hopped off their yachts and came here to drop some money on overpriced food. I came here and sat at the bar and I must have looked too Brooklyn-y because the crowds were looking at me like it was a sin to wear a beanie to lunch in the winter. The bartender was prickly at best at first. I got the French Onion soup which was pretty unremarkable. I make better FOS at home. I also ordered beef tartare, which would have been fine if it didn't have a mound of black pepper and hot mustard on the top. Don't get me wrong, I am a fan of spicing things up a little, but there was so much that it overpowered everything even after I scraped most of it off. If you are going to charge above average prices, at least make it above average. The female bartender was very short and semi-aggressive with me, but seemed to lighten up as the bar was less busy and she realized I wasn't a pain in the ass.
(2)Joe D.
Went for lunch. Crowded, but service was still good. Ordered chicken noodle soup as a starter. It was expensive, but worth it. Had Turkey sandwich for lunch - excellent. French dip was also solid (fries very good too). Would have given 5 stars if service was as good as the food.
(4)Tom W.
We always visit this place when in NYC, it has become a favorite. The food and service never disappoints. Tonight we had the Potato Crusted Salmon, Sliders, and Meat Loaf. Everyone had the Caesar Salad (best around.). All were very happy with their meals and the service is consistently outstanding. The meatloaf presentation had changed since our last visit and the recipe might have changed a bit but it was still very tasty. The ambience is very French bistro-like however fairly loud. The background music didn't help as it was a mix of primarily 70s disco interspersed with some Average White Band and other stuff that really doesn't fit the atmosphere or the crowd, a mismatch that didn't escape any of our party. Well worth a visit just the same.
(4)Stacy H.
I was rather surprised at the quality of the food for somewhere we picked at random. Though expensive, they had all the brasserie classics along with some inventive salads. Friendly waitstaff, good ambience for the time of day, but nothing to write home about - it was very convenient to our hotel across the street.
(3)Brian L.
It was a busy Saturday. Came in after my friend and I couldn't find reservations anywhere else. The wait was long and the food was just okay. I was craving pasta so I ordered it. Bad move. It tasted like marina sauce with meat. Mussels and fries were delicious. She had the steak which was decent. For dessert we had the fried Oreos. Ehhhhh it was ok. Overall, it was decent but not a must visit.
(3)Greg W.
I get it, the area is nice so you can get away with charging a lot but jeezus. Couldn't be more average except the prices were twice of what they should be. Not to say the food was bad. It was fine but not for the price. You have to execute if you want to rip me off! Service was well below average, they switched servers on us mid-meal - very unprofessional considering the type of place they act like they are. Absolutely a place I would skip when in the area.
(2)Bharat J.
Really nice spot to go to in Midtown, good food and drinks
(4)Rong W.
We held dinner for our guests last Monday. We had wonderful time there.
(5)Ms C.
This restaurant is one of my favorite restaurants. The service is always superb and the food is excellent. I have not had a bad experience at this restaurant and I have been here many times. They have really good sushi if you are looking for something light to eat. I have never had the truffle fries, but when I see them, my mouth waters.
(5)Laura R.
While wondering what to do for brunch, my friend (who was much hungrier than I and about to eat the door of the place) and I walked by Rue 57 and figured it would be just the thing. Coffee was slow to arrive/be refilled but good. I had the lobster, corn and potato hash with poached eggs and really enjoyed it; it definitely hit the spot for an early Sunday afternoon. My friend, though not hungover, went for the Hungover Breakfast because it sounded like the big breakfast she was looking for--it was indeed, and she enjoyed the eggs, pancakes, sausage, etc--it was like a Denny's Grand Slam but, yknow, fresher and $20. We also split a croissant, which may not have been baked in-house but was fresh and buttery, just as a croissant should be. It was pretty full with the brunch crowd so service overall was a bit slow, but we were seated quickly and didn't feel rushed by our server as we were finishing the meal. When looking for a good midtown brunch, this is certainly a contender.
(4)Brooklyn J.
I ordered a well done sirloin burger and I was brought a medium rare, soggy bun burger. It was uneatable and I would have told our waitress if she ever came back to our table. My husband ordered the rack of lamb which we had originally wanted to share because we got a few appetizers. Our waitress told us it was very small portions. When it came we were surprised with how much food was on his plate. It was good but nothing special. The best part of the meal was the Truffle Pommes Frites and the Crème brûlée. So we spent over $150 and all that was edible with my meal were the french fries.
(2)Linda M.
Tight tight tight....and when the waiter can only speak to one of the people in the party you truly are jamming too many tables in one restaurant. The second basement floor offers a bit more space. Service was spotty. First the waiter was asking us every two minutes to order followed by going MIA for over a half hour. Music was incredibly loud so you needed to shout in order to be heard. Combined it was difficult to enjoy the food which was better than normal but very pricey. We had the yellowfin tuna tartar (highlight of the meal), potato crusted salmon (dry and overcooked) and steak au poivre. I would not come back unless I had a larger party.
(3)Maryann B.
Just had Sunday Brunch . The food was delicious. We had blueberry pancakes and 3 cheese omelet with fries. Ordered a side of bacon which was out of this world, thick and crispy. The place was packed at 11 a.m. but we only had a 20 min wait.
(4)Alicia C.
Good location and decor but disappointing service. I was served the wrong order and decided to try it anyway but had to dig under bland dry chicken to reach the salad. We had to beg for water refills from the bus boy. We never saw our waiter until he presented the bill. Picture at least 3 hostesses at the door, and a half dozen waiters gathered together, all chatting among themselves- and the poor busboys the only ones trying to be attentive. This was perhaps the worst service in more than 50 years dining/eating in NYc.
(2)Gail P.
While celebrating our 30th anniversary in NYC, we had the opportunity to eat at Rue 57. Our first impression was that it was very expensive -- $20 for a burger, $16 for a sandwich. Once we got a taste we got over the prices. The turkey sandwich with brie cheese was very good. The turkey was real turkey breast like you have after Thanksgiving! It came with hand cut french fries and our waitress suggested making them truffle fries YUM!! Our plan was to have a late dinner after enjoying the July 4th fireworks. The restaurant we planned to go to was closed so we went back to Rue 57 for a late dinner. Good move! We had a butter lettuce salad, the asian lump crab, and scallops with truffle mashed potatoes and asparagus. All was very delicious! Hubby had oreo beignets and vanilla Gelato --- my guess is it was as good as everything else since he ate the whole thing! The service was good both times. We were especially impressed with a server who returned a tip to a customer who left him a cash tip after including a tip in her credit card payment. Rue 57 is great for lunch and dinner; we didn't make brunch but I'm sure that brunch is also good. Go and enjoy!
(4)Ozlem Y.
Waiters are working very well. Waiter Robby is dealing with us and doing his work very well. He is interested in his job. .. The environment , the service eapwxially the music in a saturday morning is very nice.
(5)Andrea M.
Corked wine, a soup that could be used to melt ice it's so salty and to round it out....and over cooked burger with burnt bacon on a stale bun.
(2)Michelle P.
Just breathtaking! If you want to experience art simply sit in this restaurant- it is amazing. The food is spectacular - I had brunch and instead of bread received tiny chocolate and almond croissants. The coffee was solo good and the pace was relaxed - not rushed. Any seat is great and the entry was decorated with an archway of cherry blossoms. Really a true treat in every way. Elegant, delicious, and beautiful.
(5)T D.
Aside from being a tad pricey, this is one of my favorite spots. They have fantastic wines, cocktails, and an elegant selection of French inspired cuisine, as well as a raw bar and some spectacular sushi! I've also been here for breakfast and would recommend their Eggs Benedict!! Get the sidecar cocktail or try a Nigori (unfiltered sweet) sake with your meal!
(4)Joel L.
Excellent onion soup, steak frittes a winner. Very nice, done in the French manner.
(4)Henry Y.
Another review started off with "Gets the job done" and I have to echo that sentiment. This place is either corporate or touristy. That's it. No one else in their right mind would stroll in here as it's definitely pricey for a casual lunch. The place tries to combine japanese (sushi) with italian food and fails miserably. I don't even know why they bothered. Most people aren't coming in here to order sushi anyway. I'd recommend any of the burgers but can't really speak to anything else. Two of my colleagues got salads and one looked great while the other looked like a fruit platter. If you're a tourist and you're looking for American-size servings and happen to be in midtown, check this place out.
(3)Susan R.
I have loved this restaurant for years, despite its location near the park and its propensity to attract tourists, I still feel like it's a great neighborhood eatery. The service is always friendly and efficient, even on crowded weekend nights. This is a well-run place, and I haven't had a disappointing meal there yet. Impressive considering the menu ranges from sushi to French cuisine. I don't mind the crowds because the tables are laid out nicely despite being close together. But if you're looking for a quieter experience, it's often sparsely filled on the early side of weekend brunch.
(4)Aisha P.
Food was good. Not exceptional. But it was well made and fresh. Service was excellent. Our waiter was extremely attentive give how busy he was. Our table was so close to others I felt like they were dining with us, would have preferred a few more inches between tables. Nice atmosphere but can get a bit loud if crowded.
(3)Mazda M.
It was overly priced and the food was just normal. The service was nice but if you are looking for a bargain burger this is not the place to go for. I was disappointed by the meat quality of the burger I should of just of gone to Wendy's and saved myself a bundle of burger bucks.
(2)Mauricio A.
Food was good, came in for brunch, not expensive and really good food and service! I have the hangover and it was a lot of food, they also serve lunch which looked amazing on the table next to me, next time i will try that instead!
(4)Dorian K.
Really medicore expensive prices for what you get. A midtown transplant trap. The space is great but that's about it. There are much more authentic French places with much better food then here. I would say avoid unless you're a tourist going to Central Park 2 blocks away.
(2)Jei C.
First time here, and I wasn't disappointed. I ordered the grilled cheese sandwich sans meat/bacon, and it was Delish! I asked for the fries crispy, and unlike most places; my fries were actually crispy! I was pleasantly surprised, and entirely satisfied. My waiter who's name I've forgotten, was kind, and attentive. Though he didn't smile much, it's ok...was probably having a rough day. I would recommend, and, this place has easily provided me with the best grilled cheese sandwich I've ever had.
(5)A Z.
No. Old, dated, uninspired menu. Not your worst option in the theatre district, but certainly no where near the best. Cab elsewhere.
(2)Natalie D.
I really like this place, and if it weren't in the city, I would go a lot more often. The last time I went I really liked my waiter Steven, he was funny, courteous, and informative. Everything I've ever had here has been great. We split the kobe sliders, and the short rib sliders the last time I was there. The short rib sliders were to die for, literally melt in your mouth, but not too fatty. Definitely a favorite. I've also had the steak frites, pan seared dumplings, steak tartar, and the yellowfin tuna tartar. All were fantastic. I don't remember the cocktails I've had there, but they have all been great as well. I'm getting hungry...
(5)Ivan N.
Great place and great food. The noise level was a little high but it didn't mind me and my wife enjoy our dinner. Server David was very polite and great in serving us. The French Onion soup was outstanding also the Steak aupoivre and Kobe Meatloaf.
(5)Luciana S.
Big big fan. Onion soup and kobe meatloaf are my faves. Excellent.
(4)Rakshanda M.
I love the Mussels at Rue 57! the flavor is amazing. Its also a nice place to just go for a salad or some light dinner.
(4)Girl W.
Service is bellow average, food doesn't Match price, Tourists welcome ! New Yorkers skip it.
(2)Jennifer S.
Me and my mate walked in here absolutely pissed up after an entire day walking around NYC brown bagging wine. What a glorious drunken experience in NYC. And why not upscale our brown bag. Grab a couple of reubens and a bottle of wine in a restaurant. In NYC, i was on a mission to only eat pastrami or reuben sandwiches! So we feasted a drank like a couple of hungry drunks. The waitress didn't seem to be to horrified that we were giggling and goofing off when we walked into the place. The sandwiches were really good, the wine went down like water. I wouldn't mind coming back here to try other menu items!
(5)Matt R.
Hilarious that this place says it's part sushi bar, but anyway brunch here isn't bad and the servings are huge, but so are the prices. The wait usually isn't too bad so it's not a bad back up of you are in the area.
(3)Rhoda B.
Staff was friendly and although busy still provided great service. This is a pretty popular place but my friend and I still only waited less than 5 minutes to be seated on a crowded Sunday afternoon at 1 PM. The restaraunt is really close to the 57th street stop. My table ordered braised short rib eggs benedict, spicy tuna rolls and the lamb burger, and all were delicious. French and Japanese is a strange combination but they did it well. Don't expect a fusion of the two types of food on the menu, there are just French items on the menu and Japanese items as well.
(4)Denise S.
I just don't get the french japanese thing. The food here is not french/japanese fusion. It is a menu of french food with a whole section of sushi. Um ... what? Also, heard while sitting on the bar at Rue "Do you have any cooked sushi?"
(3)Kyle A.
Steaks were amazing. The skirt steak has this bomb sauce that comes with it. Highly recommend the crispy rice. Atmosphere is great. The only thing (and it's not a bad thing) was we showed up too late and these two ladies were complaining because one was dumb enough to put her sweater near a hot light and it apparently caught on fire. We showed up before the police arrived to escort them out. They must have been a real nuisance because the staff kept complementing the couple next us/them for dealing with it so well (their dessert was on the house). Delicious dinner and entertainment? 5 stars for sure.
(5)Lauren S.
Great experience here! The grilled cheese is to die for!!!! They were out of the wine we ordered so our server gave us a better bottle and matched the price as a courtesy.
(5)Alice G.
Came for Sunday brunch by chance. We were walking on 6th avenue and really liked what people had in their plates, on the street tables. It was a great decision! I ordered the Benedicts, they are delicious! They come with a buttery, perfectly made croissant on the bottom. One of my friends ordered Eggs Florentine , and she really enjoyed them. My other friend ordered the Hangover Breakfast and he says it was delightful! I highly recommend this place to my Yelpers friends! The price is fair for what you get also!
(4)Ellyn H.
I've been a patron of Rue 57 for over 15 years. Atmosphere is lively and bartenders are top notch! lLarge dining room and bar area. Menu has great selection of french, shellfish, steak and sushi! My favorites are warm mushroom salad, spicy tuna roll and oysters on half shell. Perfect for brunch lunch or dinner with friends, family, pre theatre, as well as dining alone at the bar. Beautiful private room for parties downstairs. Suggest making reservations.
(4)Ani C.
How does this place have a nearly 4 star rating?? How!? First off, the menu is ridiculous. Nothing makes any sense or correlates with each other. And the food is a major meh. You can't mess up an omelette. It's just eggs and cheese. You just cant!!! Slow service and it was empty. Well, save for the old guy and his hooker.. If it weren't so cold i'd have a chance to find a better place to burn $50 on lunch. Boo on you Rue 57! You are no bistro Parisienne!
(2)C O.
While my bowl of oatmeal at Rue 57 Sunday brunch was pretty good, how hard is it to make good oatmeal? We went to brunch here after two other places we went to had ridiculously long wait times. We were told it would be about 10-15 minutes here so we decided to go to the bar and wait. This restaurant is huge, upstairs and down. Nice attitude from the hostesses... (sarcasm inserted here). We were seated after about a half hour wait and given menus. It was our first time there, and my two friends got the brunch menu while I was given a dinner menu. I kept looking at the selections thinking how expensive and how dinner-like the food was for brunch... When the waitress came to take our order, my friends started ordering eggs and bacon, a breakfast burrito and other breakfast foods, and I realized I had been given a different menu. I quickly decided on the oatmeal and away our order went. By the way, our waitress was the BEST part of our meal. She was funny, energetic, took the time to tell us about where she was from and had us all laughing, all while providing excellent service. She gets a whole star just for herself! Food came and it was fine. The breakfast burrito looked really good and the portions were huge. Nothing to write home about, it was basic food prepared in a fairly basic way and I found everything pretty generic. Servings were large and restaurant is perfectly located to stop before or after a Central Park walk, but given all that NYC has to offer, I am sure there are others as well.
(2)Emma M.
A good staple for a late night supper or if you are in the neighbourhood and can't find anything else to agree on. It simply sells EVERYTHING from bistro food to sushi! Their best dishes include truffle fries and herb roasted chicken. I have never tried the sushi here - I may be missing out, but I like my raw fish and seafood from a raw fish and seafood specialist. I'm old fashioned that way! I love the fact that they light the steps down to the restrooms with red lights at night, It feels like you are descending into hell!
(3)Reesie R.
The food here is solid, but the staff leaves much to be desired. This is a place to go to for good food near Columbus Circle but I will not go out of my way. The food just can't compensate for the inattentive and slow service. I also feel like they nickel and dime you for things that should be included with your meal - like bread!
(3)Tenzin K.
Where to start? My friend and I decided to check out Rue 57 on Christmas Eve (tonight). And I have to state that I work in the industry and just finished a lunch shift that same day. No one enjoys working holidays but we all have to make the most of it. The bar service was absolutely horrid!! We waited 10 minutes before we even got our drink order with the bartender. She was so busy talking with another bartender, obviously working the service area. We didn't even get a "hello, how are you?"-- just got a menu pretty much thrown in front of us. When we did place our drink order, we figured it would be easier for us to just tell her our food order since it took so long to even get drinks at a "busy bar" ( total of four people including two of us). She pretty much barked at my friend twice, saying she wasn't ready to take our food order. Let me tell you, we just wanted truffle fries and brussel sprouts- so I don't know what was so hard about that order-- but I guess on Christmas Eve, everything works at a slower place. And to top it all off, my friend ordered another draft beer that she said would come after they changed the keg (which takes 2 minutes). 30 minutes passed and she never brought a beer and/or offered an alternative beverage. She never checked back on us-- I saw her sipping on wine while chatting up the other bartender. To be frank, I don't think I will visit this place again. The apps that we had were good but the bad service was a sour note. One star for food and the bartender working service, and being holiday season! We still tipped over 20% because it's Christmas but seriously though, any other day......... ( that's all I got)
(1)Jalisa J.
My bf and I came here after an event on a Saturday evening. The food was excellent. We both had burgers; I got the kobe sliders with regular fries ($19.50) and my bf got the bleu ribbon burger with truffle fries($25). My burgers were cooked perfectly, it was one of those "melt in your mouth" type of thing with those. My boyfriend enjoyed his burger as well, although I did not taste it, the truffle fries had great flavor, however both mine and his fries seemed a little stale, so had to take a star off for that. We had the best experience with out waiter, Logan. He gave us great service, was very attentive, professional and overall GREAT. Go Logan! I wish every waiter were like him in every restaurant. If I'm in the area again any time soon, I would definitely come back here.
(4)Wes D.
Great menu and I enjoyed the ambiance, great place for a fine date. This is a great New York restaurant.
(5)Marie G.
Rue 57 is one of those places that I visit whenever I'm in the city. The service is great and it's nice to see the same faces year after year. The food is sooo good! Portions are generous and they are consistently great.
(5)Rene L.
Pros:good host staff to help with your reservation,good for groups less than 5 people, decent food with good price, decent ambience, good for family gathering, moderate noise level. Cons: the server not pay attention & forget your orders. Conclusion: you need to be attentive than the server to ask for your orders since they are not attentive.
(3)Tony W.
My first time to Rue 57 was a good experience. I had Sushi and a beet salad which were both very good. The restaurant has a great vibe as well and the only downfall is it a bit pricey but what else do you expect at 57th & 6th. I will be back.
(4)Roberto F.
I don't know why this place has any good reviews. Our brunch experience started with dry, tasteless but free croissants for the table. Service was definitely one of the worst in NYC. One of our party asked to exchange the fries that came with the omelette with something healthier like fruit and the server said yes. Then fries came and the server said they don't serve fruit with their omelettes. Um ok... The granola was dry, hardly any yoghurt. The potatoes and omelette had potatoes in the omelette, honestly it looked like a football. The server was totally inept and we never had water or coffee. Then when we tipped 15% she had the audacity to come outside and inform us that in NYC tips are 18%. Overall a horrible experience.
(1)Natasa S.
I like this place for lunch. It's fun. Waiters and staff are worthless, but that's part of the joke here. Food's OK.
(4)Carl-Fredrik M.
Top notch place! Excellent service excelle Food and excellent location! A mistake happend when we ordered, which they solved professionally. We sat outdoor so we could feel The truly New York atmosphere very close!
(5)Alexandra B.
Love love love this place. Extensive meal including sushi, tasty sandwiches, tradition brunch offerings and everything else under the sun. Absolute fav item on the menu is the Grilled Cheese Sandwich with fig, prosciutto, arugula and yummy cheese. It's dabomb.com .
(5)A Z.
Stopped in for a little lunch and sat at the bar. The Kobe sliders and fries were on point and the Sazarac is one of the best I've had.
(4)H K.
My wife and I used to come here quite often as we found that their hamburger was among the best in NYC. We went back this week for the first time in 5+ years and were disappointed. The burger ( now advertised for some reason as the pat lafrieda sirloin burger - why a high end restaurant would go out of their way to tell you where they source their hamburger meat is surprising to me, especially when they are getting it from the shake shack meat supplier - shake shack burgers are one third the price) is an OK hamburger, but nothing worth a special trip. Clearly, since my last visit, both the burger and the bun selection have changed. The bun is far too soft to hold the burger and simply falls apart. The burger is large, but has very little flavor. In the past, I was under the impression that the meat was freshly ground and seasoned on premises. Again, we haven't been here in a few years. Not sure when this changed. We always considered this place when we were craving a great hamburger. I guess we need to find a new spot. This place is adequate and service was good, but no reason to seek it out other than for convenience if location. If you like a spicy tuna roll prior to your burger, this is your place. Sushi is pretty good.
(3)Trudy H.
Rude 57! A warning to prospective customers, leave at least 15% tip, don't forget to tip on the tax too, or they will humiliate you! Despite being seated in a draft, being moved to a different drafty area and having to use our coats to keep the cold out, having burgers with cold buns on top and saturated with blood on the bottom, a very strange waiter who appeared intermittently, the staff still saw fit to stop half of our party from leaving because we hadn't left the 'expected' tip. I thought 11% was very generous considering how poor the whole thing was. Above is not the complete list of bad behaviour on their part but if you dare to go you'll find out for yourself. We gave them an additional $3 in change which they were not happy with at all, that actually took the 'tip' up to 15%, we only had four burgers and a soup, I don't think they could calculate it because they were still very unhappy. Oh and Rue 57, a compulsory tip is called a service charge and is displayed on the menu.
(1)ed n.
Actually 4.5 stars. Everything including service was spot on. Artichoke appetizer, chicken pilar & mussels with truffle fires not mention the rather tasty old fashion. Kyle our waiter was great. And an outstanding soundtrack to accompany dinner. A very enjoyable experience.
(4)James B.
5th time here and great as always. Great service though for first time ever , a bit rushed by staff ( it was Easter Sunday brunch so they are forgiven as the line to get a table without a reservation was huge!) food is high quality, fresh, and always delish. I live in the neighborhood and feel lucky to have them nearby. Get the brioche French toast and get there early for the free chocolate mini croissants.
(4)Lea R.
I put 3 starts because I LOVE chicken soup there. its just amazing. Go there with girls to eat it for lunch usually. The restaurant has the nice decor and location, but the service is TERRIBLE. waited for salad 40min, also it takes them up to 10min to take the plates with finished food away. and this happens almost every time. hostesses are nice though-smily and friendly. the only 2 minuses are in winter its cold inside and service is very very poor.
(3)Dee B.
I happened to be in the neighborhood for an errand and I was starving for breakfast. Passed by Rue 57 and decided I wanted to try it. Came back for brunch and it was perfect! The service was good, the food was good. Not life changing, but very good. I would definitely come back to try some of their other menu options.
(4)N R.
I have been passing by this place for years and figured "one day I'll stop in". Today was that day. We popped in for late lunch and had the miso glazed Chilean sea bass and corn chowder. Service was great and the food was delicious!
(5)Emma Kate F.
Meh. I was not very impressed, especially given how expensive our brunch ended up being! Food was okay, not great. We spent as much on brunch as we did on our VERY nice steak dinner the night before. The culprit was the drink prices. While searching for a good brunch spot with bottomless mimosas, Rue 57 popped up - they do NOT have bottomless drinks. A mimosa in a small flute was $13 a pop. Our server was very polite and accommodating, which I was impressed with given how busy they were! Overall, I would not recommend Rue 57 for brunch. My food was just okay, and we paid dearly for our small mimosas!
(3)Rob B.
Rue 57 is a very attractive space, especially for a big restaurant. They seem to be going for the unusual combination of french brasserie and sushi restaurant. On both counts they do ok, but you can find better of each genre in other places nearby. That isn't to say the food is bad or that it's not worth visiting. The food is good and it's definitely worth a visit, especially for those who want options in a nice atmosphere. The sushi is is fresh and decently made. A few of the dishes are interesting. We especially liked the crispy rice with spicy tuna app. But, the rice is a little on the mushy side and indistinctive, which is typical of midling sushi places. On the french side, the food was ok. The onion soup, for instance, was tasty, but the broth seemed to be a moderately rich chicken broth rather than the preferred beef broth. This made for a lighter than expected onion soup. Still good and worth getting, but not great. The steak tartare was overwhelmingly garlicky, masking the taste of the beef and everything else. Overall, good, but not great. We'd go back for lunch or something similar, but I wouldn't go out of my way.
(3)JW U.
It's a good spot.
(3)Judy L.
First of all, someone from our party found a nail in his order. Not fingernails. A nail. A metal nail. Eeps! The manager took his order off for the plate with the nail but still charged him for the replacement order. The manager did, however, take 50% off the bill for the entire table. So a good deal for us, but not for the dude with the nail in his plate. We ate much more carefully after that, trying to see exactly what was on our plates before we put them into our mouths. Food was alright. Lox and eggs plate was interesting and not bad. The grilled cheese was greasy, with a lot of butter and cheese. Not bad, but also not great. The rest of the table ordered french toast (apparently also not bad), hungover plate (was disappointing), and mini burgers. Service was slow. Got one of our orders wrong. The server seemed nice though. When we found the nail she quickly found the manager and tried to resolve it immediately.
(2)Kelly H.
Best French toast ever...hands down. I love, love coming here for brunch when I'm in NYC!
(4)Andrew H.
Good food, not so friendly bar staff. I was here in the spring and had a nice time and the food is delicious. However the staff behind the bar could smile and actually make you feel like they care that you selected this place and not one of the 1000 other places nearby
(3)Daniel S.
I really wanted to give this place a 4 or 5 star review if it wasn't for our waiter and being treated like a groupon/gilt customer..Cant stand that!! Went with my girlfriend on a Wednesday night with a Gilt City voucher. We sat outside and felt the good vibes- heck no, turned into S*%T! We waited for 20 minutes before our waiter came over, and I wish he never came over because he was so annoying in a witty/nice but awkward way. Never met a person like this in my life. We got the muscles which were great! My girlfriend wanted the truffle fries instead of the regular fries but they wanted an $11 supplement. WTF? truffle oil for an extra $11?? The bottle of wine that came with our deal was either a red (i dont know what it was) or a pinot grigio which we settled for after asking how much of a difference it would be for a chardonnay- he mentioned it wouldnt even be a supplement but the price of the bottle itself. Soooooo I'd lose out on my bottle that comes with the deal and pay an extra 50+ for a bottle? No thanks! From there on, I told my girlfriend to not ask for any supplements as this guy was just not nudging or trying to be accommodating at all.. He went on to tell us the exclusions that were not part of Gilt City deal but failed to mention the Filet Mignon was not included so heck yes we got it! We could barely eat our fish or the steak since the Muscles were sooo filling! We wrapped up the steak and fish to go. Here is where it all went to S*%T- Our waiter "assumed" we were so stuffed that we didn't care what we got for desert so he took it upon him to "surprise" us with a desert that sucked! My girlfriend was so pissed he picked out the worst desert on the menu. WHY would you pick what WE want to eat?! This guy was crazy!!! When the bill came they charged us $21.00 in tax which should have been $12.00- to find out the least our waiter didn't tell us that the Filet was not on the menu. The manager came out and explained this to us, i simply told her our waiter didn't tell us it was excluded even though it said it on the voucher- oh well! They took off $10 off the check and gave a $20 NON deserved tip. With that being said, see you never again Rue 57 :).
(3)Sabin C.
This is a large corner bistro with the usual menu and drinks. Nothing quite stands out but it's a solid French place in the area. I recently had the truffle fries which were quite nice. The croque monsieur is decent too. So they actually have sushi on the menu, why I do not know.
(3)Alex S.
Best lunch in NYC. I came here back in 2012 and I like to switch my restaurants up every time I come because its a special occasion. Unfortunately I could not resist coming back to Rue 57. We only stopped in for some morning cocktails but hands down the best bloody I have ever had. Waitress was very nice and actually convinced us to use there sister restaurant for dinner @arlingtonclubnyc.
(5)Jessica R.
We were able to have a delicious meal in an hour before going to a show at Carnegie Hall. The waitress was formal and asked us a little too much about bottled vs. tap water, but the overall experience was wonderful. They took us immediately with our reservation and we were able to have two courses in the limited time before our show (that was my fault - the show started earlier than I had anticipated). I had the french onion soup and the beet salad. The salad was intended as an appetizer, but was perfect for dinner after the copious portion of soup. My husband had the short rib sliders. He said they were wonderful. I can vouch for the fries they can with. Yummy! Those three dishes plus a coffee came to $51 and change, so it's probably not an every night place, but it was definitely appropriate when you want a little night out with a touch of class. Upscale, but not over the top. We would come back.
(4)Jen N.
This place was the only spot I was able to get reservation for brunch during fashion week. The ambiance is nice, but I didn't understand how French cuisine meshed with Sushi. Anyways, service was friendly and the brunch is serviced with good pastries, which i devoured. As for the actual brunch meal, it could use a bit of improvement.
(3)Shari A.
Solid restaurant for just about any occasion....a casual lunch, pre-theatre bite, brunch, or merely a cocktail. The food is nothing to rave about but the quality and presentation are consistently good, the service attentive and knowledgeable and the atmosphere lively without being over the top or too noisy. Situated in a very touristy part of midtown Manhattan, Rue 57 always delivers. The raw bar is fresh, fish options tasty, brunch dishes yummy, salads inventive and there is a nice wine list to boot. Whether you're just in the area needing a snack during a day of shopping, or looking for a nice well-priced place for brunch, or even a casual spot to meet a friend or group for dinner, this place manages to offer something for everyone and it manages to do it quite well. Of course, if you're expecting a 5 star meal then you might want to opt for one of the pricier restaurants in the area. For what it is, we always seem to enjoy and manage to find ourselves here since it seems to be just the easy option in the area!
(3)Peter K.
Took my sister and kid niece to grab a late lunch. The food was ok, service was good and price was high. I had the Brasserie Benedict.
(3)Becky S.
Came here today for a business lunch and really enjoyed my meal. I had the tomato soup special with lump crab meat that was very good and generous on the crab meat. I followed that with the grilled cheese which had prosciuotto, fig spread, and pesto and was really delicious. Hit the spot on this blistery cold day. Service was a little off -- forgot my spoon initially with my soup, dropped off dessert menus before we got our entrees, dropped the bill off before we could order coffee and dessert, but all were quickly fixed. We finished the meal with coffees and the oreo beignets which were amazing -- definitely recommend trying them!
(4)Ankita S.
Cute place! Came here for lunch super hungry and left happy and full. The service was extremely fast even though we came at the prime of the working lunch hour. My group ordered the spicy popcorn shrimp appetizer - so good. For my main, I ordered the Mediterranean salad with chicken and loved it. I'm not normally a big fan of feta but the flavor wasn't overpowering at all. My coworker and boss ordered the chicken scallopini and double crunchy roll. Everyone was satisfied. We capped off our lunch with coffee - my latte was perfect. Can't wait to come back here again and try the sushi.
(5)Phillip G.
The idea of the Lobster, Corn, Potato and Hash truly sounded good on paper. As a menu item, it did not meet my expectations. There were a couple of fair bite-sized chunks of lobster floating through the corn and potato mix but the rest were miniscule shreds that I had to sift through to find. The eggs were delicious as was the béarnaise sauce atop them. I think this dish would be better suited as a Lobster & Egg Scramble with a side of Corn & Potato Hash. The corn was grilled and cut fresh as opposed to canned and the potatoes were delicious and fresh too. I also sampled my cousin's apple crepes and the truffle fries - yum! Don't bother ordering any orange juice though. For the price and quality of a venue like Rue 57, I would expect fresh squeezed juice. I witnessed our server pouring OJ directly from a plastic gallon jug. For my Yelp fans, I'll be saying the same thing about every New York venue I review regarding the service. The New York attitude is far different from the LA/OC/LB demeanor, thus it is not fair of me to comment on whether our server was 'friendly' or 'showed care.' As long as someone shows up to refill my water, I'm happy.
(2)Charea F.
My friend had a giftcard to this place for four years and she found it this past weekend!!! We went last night and they accepted the card! The manager checked the card for us and personally came to greet us and let us know the balance. Super sweet! I had the soup of the day. A creamy tomato with crab. LOVED. They brought out bread with this amazing whipped butter. Apparently, they change it up so I don't know what the other whipped butters are like. I had the herb roasted chicken, it was delicious and not a piece of it was dry. It was also perfectly tender. My friend had their scallop special for the night. She said she really enjoyed it. The waitress was nice, she explained all the meals we asked about perfectly. She was very informative. I think that this is a nice place. Just a little bit on the higher side of the price scale (not ridiculous), but worth the experience!
(5)Lauren C.
Very overpriced for what the food is. The sushi on the menu does not taste fresh. I usually have a salad if I do end up going there with friends but it is nothing to be impressed by. The waiters try and rush you out of the restaurant only to seat the people who are sitting down after you finish. Overall, I would suggest trying another restaurant in the area.
(1)K S.
Located at the corner of 57th street and 6th Avenue (upper midtown), Rue 57 offers the experience and the fares of a French bistro with a twist: It also has a sushi bar menu (which looked good but a bit out of place in that context). We went there for lunch; the food was excellent (Cuban sandwich, French onion soup and steak tartare, followed by a superb profiterole desert). The staff was friendly and the service excellent. Looking forward to stop by again during my next visit to NYC.
(5)John I.
Great turkey sandwich!!! Fresh meats and a wonderful Russian dressing. A quick suggestion....add more of a side dish (e.g. the potato wedge was miniscule - almost an embarrassment!). Enjoy lunch at Rue 57.
(4)Victor W.
Great breakfast option for the area. It's reasonably priced and has a pretty good range of choices. The specials are a good deal especially for a business breakfast environment. The brioche french toast is good if you're in the mood for something on the sweeter side but they also do a good job with poached eggs. The OJ is fresh squeezed and delicious. The coffee isn't remarkable but it's plentiful and always filled.
(4)A B.
I recently dined here for brunch on 01/26/2014. We made reservations for 11:30 am and showed up exactly on time. The hostess sat us immediately. The restaurant was very full. Approximately 10 minutes later there was a large crowd of people waiting for tables and it stayed this way for about 30 minutes. I would suggest you make a reservation before 11:45 am for Sunday brunch The food was great. I had the Omelette Lyon. It appears that it was just a slice of garlic sausage on top of the omelette but once I dug into it I was pleasantly surprised to find melted brie and a ton of shredded garlic sausage inside. My girlfriend had the grilled cheese which came with fries on ciabatta bread and with arugula. It had a sweet fig spread inside which went great with the savory cheese. The fries were really good as well. Our server was named Trinity and she was very polite, attentive, and professional. Since we arrived before noon we couldn't be served alcohol but we ordered drinks and they were promptly served at noon. After our meal we ordered tea and espresso. We wanted to wait on dessert and digest a bit and the sever did not rush us. We ordered the creme brûlée after finishing tea and coffee with no issues. This is a great spot for brunch. The food was tasty. The portions were generous. The staff was professional and the restaurant was well decorated. I would highly recommend it and I would like to return for dinner in the future. My only complaint was that it was a bit pricey, but we knew that before hand and we did not experience sticker shock.
(4)Daniel H.
Filet was fantastic. For a medium rare, it stayed hot the entire time without being overcooked. Red snapper was fresh, the mussels and pommes frittes in truffle oil was exquisitely flavorful without being too salty. For an appetizer I recommend getting the spicy tuna with sticky rice. Maguru nigiri was great as well as the hamachi
(5)Nancy Z.
Solid brunch option for midtown. Price is very reasonable and the portions are huge! Great for sharing dishes.
(4)Michelle W.
Rue 57 is a restaurant I have passed a million times over the years, always wanted to go to and for some reason just never made it. I am so grateful to have broken that pattern. I'm typically taken aback by meals that I choose to write about--and that remains to be the case here. I'll get to that. First and foremost, our server was incredible--it must be noted! You see, on Wednesday nights, my husband Franklin and I go out with my grandmother and her boyfriend, Meyer. It's a tradition that we all love. Well, Franklin and I were the first to arrive and be seated. The server was kind, personable, and knowledgeable. Once my grandma and Meyer arrived, oh we became best friends with him! Let me paint a picture: Meyer, and our server Richard were singing back and forth to Fiddler on the Roof's "If I Were A Rich Man" and then leaning in towards each other and reciting lines back and forth from The Godfather. It was so much fun to watch. Yes, somehow Fiddler on the Roof and The Godfather go hand in hand when it comes to these two--don't ask me how but in the moment it made sense, I think. This is notably special since generally servers don't tend to have the patience to deal with Meyer's jokes, sarcasm, and remarks. Instead, they are rushed, get offended, and wave him off. Not at Rue 57. Richard was such a pleasure! (if you are reading this, thank you for bringing such a joy to our evening! You truly made our experience a memorable one.) The food. The food is wonderful. The French bistro styled menu with a focus on meat and sushi is lovely for a broad audience. All of our plates were cleaned down to the last morsel. It was all wonderfully flavorful--all guided by the recommendations from our gracious server who refreshingly had honest opinions when asked about specific dishes. NOW THAT IS A FOODIES DREAM COME TRUE! I love trying dishes that other people love. Why not go into a dish expecting it to be awesome? IT'S ALMOST UNFAIR HOW GOOD THE DESSERT IS! You see, it almost makes the rest of the meal feel terrible--and as I noted, it was all truly wonderful. The desserts stand alone. They are out-of-this-world rich, decadent, and all while combining intriguing flavor profiles. Splurge, stop by just for the Warm Chocolate Valrhona Cake--cause WOW, just wow. BON APPETIT!
(4)Saeeun B.
My boyfriend and I went to rue 57 before a show. I made reservations so we didn't have to wait at all even though it was a Friday night. Friendly staff and service was great, our waitress was attentive. We shared the truffle fries which were good, but I would try a different appetizer if we came here again. The meatloaf was very good, great sauce that went perfectly with it. We also ordered the spicy king grab roll- was just OK, we should've went with a salad since we wanted to eat light. For dessert we ordered the pecan pie....it took the longest to come out but was SO WORTH IT. Such good pecan pie. Huge portion too, it could probably be shared amongst 4 people. Great restaurant if you're around the area, a bit touristy bc it's a good location.
(4)Kimberly U.
Prompt seating without a reservation for six. Waitstaff overwhelmed. Food pricey and just ok Nothing memorable for a $42 steak Had to ask for butter to go with our bread basket Plates cleared without asking if we were finished Waitress cheerfully took our picture and took her time about it :-D Over all an ok experience, just wouldnt go back Too many other choices in the city for that price
(3)Dawn M.
Had a very good meal tonight at Re. Price was fair, Richard the waiter personable! A win in NYC
(4)Stephanie A.
Whatever you do don't check your shopping bags! I had just come from a day at Bloomingdale's and Swarovski store right after the hurricane while housesitting for my daughter. I love great french food and have eaten at many great restaurants in the city. I was by myself and got a very warm welcome from two female hostesses and they were quick to check all my bags. I had treated myself to a 100.00 swarovski key chain in a nice long flat box which was slid tightly on the top side of my large shopping bag. They assured me it would be safe. After a long ride back to Astoria in the cold I got home and my keychain box was missing. I called and spoke with both managers and assured them it was snuggly fit into the bag and a tight fit. I couldnt get either one to call me back and ignored my one call when they saw it was me so I had to call from a different number. Surprise, they were there. I assured them I was coming back into the city to see both hostesses and thats when the snow storm blew threw and I couldnt get back. I would give them four stars for food and service. But I was heart broken over the only keychain left in the store and a splurge for myself I battled over so this experience ruined my dining experience. Shame on the thief who stole from me. And I tipped you so well.
(2)Miss Bliss S.
Skip the popcorn shrimp. It was soggy because it was drenched in a spicy mayo sauce and oil. However, the chilean sea bass was delish! A winner at our table of 4. The short rib sliders were good too.
(3)Oksana R.
Stumbled over this place bc it was too hot to walk any farther from our hotel. Way overpriced for what it is. Steak frites from midday menu wasn't a skirt steak... Medium for the kid was completely raw I'm the middle. Service was blah. Not coming back
(2)Francisco C.
The service was good, until we paid for dinner. My friend paid for the dinner with a credit card, the tip was going to be in 1/2 credit card and 1/2 in cash..... The waiter took the signed receipt before we had a chance to add the cash to the sleeve..... We were hanging out for a few minutes after dinner and the manager had the balls to come and ask for more tip... I found that absured!!!! The food is ok, but way over priced to begin and not worth it.
(1)Safi I.
The sushi is slightly better than supermarket grade. Skip it. The mussels dijonnaise were fantastic. I actually forgot my manners and licked my fingers. Very embarrassing but who cares. If you like cheese, fresh herbs and good wine they're not to be missed. Beef Steak tomato salad was good. Fresh ingredients and accompanied the mussels well. Tonight's drink special includes St. Germain Elderflower and sparkling wine, really nice and unexpected. The crowed is older lots of tourists. The sushi was poor and overall it's really pricy so it gets 3 stars.
(3)Catherine M.
Disappointed that when we arrived around midnight, we were sent to the bar since we weren't going to "order a full dinner." There were many tables. It was rude and unwelcoming and not good business.
(2)Byoung Kyu S.
Worst service ever! Our waiter was Doug and he might be the worst waiter ever! After a long run at Central Park, we needed refueling so popped in here for some food since it was close to the hotel (Ritz is da bomb!!!). Sat at the bar while waiting for a table. $17 for a bloody mary?!?! Anyways, finally sat. No one came by for a while. No water, no nothing. Finally order water and coffee. Another LONG wait. Ordered food and our waiter never came back. Ended up having to bother another waiter twice for coffee refills. I wish I had ended up tipping him instead! Food comes out, and Doug asks if we need anything. I ask for hot sauce and coffee refill, and he says he'll be right back. Umm....he is no where to be found. My food is sitting on the table, getting colder every minute, and Doug is no where. He backs behind me and I smell a strong cigarette smell which tells me he must have gone on a smoke break. YUCK! I remind him that I am still waiting on hot sauce and coffee. He tells me he'll be right back...YEA RIGHT. Then I see him at another table, answering questions, and taking orders. I am getting seriously frustrated. My food is still sitting at my table, probably getting frigid. Then he walks towards my table, then stops at the computer station to punch in the order he just took. I remind him again then he come back 5-6 minutes later with hot sauce. Still no coffee. The food was fairly good. But based on service from DOUG, we'll never be back.
(1)Sharon W.
Crispy fries, stiff drinks and friendly service!
(4)Elizabeth H.
Great brunch menu. Lots of variety. This place has a lovely casual atmosphere. I would definitely come here again.
(4)Linda D.
Best lunch in midtown! I was worried, picked a place blind, in midtown, solely based in location and some yelp reviews. Had lunch today with clients and it was SO yummy It's on my list to go back to. Best grilled Cheese I've ever had, and I mean it. Even liked the truffle fries and I don't care for truffle oil. Yellowfin sashimi great, beefsteak tomato app awesome - mainly for the balsamic glaze.
(4)Nancy N.
great location and atmosphere! There's outdoor seating and great music! I was so drawn by the music (colbie collait, Sade, Alicia keys..) and atmosphere that I was already convinced that this place is going to be my go to place. I got the lobster, corn, egg and potato hash and honestly wasn't impressed. The corn and potatoes were a bit burnt. The lobster was ok but I mean, you can't really go wrong with lobster. I can taste how it was grilled and maybe it was a big tougher than some good ones I've had in the past... But it didn't atop me from eating the whole thing. However, the overall dish was only medicore for me. again, this would be a place to go to catch up with friends or take someone from out of town but not a place I would travel an hour via train to eat.
(3)Claudia R.
Pricey but yummy! Unfortunately, not too may options for a vegetarian but after a few drinks I was fine with that! Ate the fettucini and it was delish!
(4)Angel J.
French with sushi? Interesting but it was surprisingly delicious. My friend and I both had grilled cheese which was scrumptious. I had the alcoholic Arnold Palmer and it was delicious. A little pricey, but hey it's New York. I would probably go back
(4)Thomas M.
Ordered fries from them while at whiskey park next door. Not fresh cut as advertised: soggy, salt less and over fried. No mustard, though we asked for some both with the order, and again from the server who brought them to us. Comes in a metal cup with wax paper folded to take up half the cup: $9 for half a cup of soggy fries?
(1)William S.
Marvelous food, location, ambiance, waitstaff, reservation. If I were to visit a restaurant twice this would be one I would consider.
(5)Courtenay C.
Great food! Amazing service. Wonderful Ambiance.
(5)Michelle I.
This is wayyyy overdue. Way. The year was 2003 and I was on a family vacation. The month was August and it was just our luck it was the year of the great northeast blackout. We ended up here by sheer accident. But my memory serves me well and this place was top notch. I remember my sandwich. The salmon. It was delish. Till this day I think it was the foccasia bread I had. I cannot be certain it is till on the menu but it should be. I sometimes dream of the salmon. It was just that good!
(4)Brian F.
Fantastic! Well trained staff (e.g. obviously empty -my plate pratically licked clean, bus boy asks,"May I take that sir?") And a waitress who most pleasantly indicated she was temporarily busy as we just sat down but asked if she may be back shortly (and she was). Short Ribs with eggs bernaise - Awesome!! All fat rendered out of the rib, delicious demi-glase. Perfectly salty, just to the edge. Starts with Coffee perfect. $18 for "steak and eggs" - far and away best I've ever had. Eat here and be happy. 57th and 6th. The house ice tea is passion fruit vanilla. Why cant more places be like this?! Then again, if we didnt have the mediocre ones, would we appreciate those that do such a good job :)
(5)Alex B.
Note: This was an online delivery order placed on SeamlessWeb; I have never eaten in the restaurant itself. I ordered the smoked salmon and bagel from here on a Saturday and it arrived with no smoke salmon at all. I called and they replaced my order, but the replacement had no smoked salmon either. Not sure if it's the delivery man or the restaurant, but will never order from here again regardless. Plenty of other restaurants in NYC.
(1)Jonah K.
Came here for a business breakfast to start off the day. We were quickly seated and served slowly. I opted for the bagel and lox for breakfast. The lox was great, but the bagel was pretty sub par and not very fresh (toasted). This is NY people, you can get a good bagel nearby to serve with a mark up. Not acceptable.
(2)May L.
In Short: Dinner is ok, Brunch is a pass. Food is descent. Service makes no sense for the price. The Atmosphere: It's a French Bistro. Tables are large enough to seat large parties. A lot of finance people come here. It's quite dark, but there are seats outside and near the windows on the weekends. The Food: It's a weird mixture of French and Japanese and ends up being average for both. For brunch, the menu has a number of nice selections. I got the hangover breakfast, which had every type of meat, 2 eggs, pancakes and toast (post-running makes me very hungry). I couldn't finish it. Great amount of food. I would say the food is probably a 3.5 to 4. Price: Slightly cheaper than Normas (nearby), similar in price to Sarabeth's meaning ($15-20) The Service. While I'd say they were nice when I did see them, I got give this a 1 because of the manner in which staff is managed. So, three of us were sitting in a single window area. By the time our drinks were served, the two tables to my left had already bonded as lifetime buddies based on how poor the service was. And although I'm a typical NYer trying not to get involved, I drew the line when the table to my left, seated after us, had their order taken first and the waiter, feeling bad referred us to a different waiter as we weren't his table. The problem is that unlike most restaurants where wait staff has sections, each of us had a different waiter. None of us could really find ours at the right time. Although the other's waiter was nice, it was frustrating for us to watch. Even with the bus boys trying to help fill in the gaps, it didn't make sense. And in reality, I should only have to call over staff like that in a Chinese restaurant. Our table did not have salt and pepper shakers. Jam and butter were not brought with obvious things like toast (jam) and pancakes (butter). I did go during the C. Park Women's 1/2 so at 10:30, this place was difficult to get a seat. I'm wondering if that is particular to being unready for the park spill over. That just seems unprepared, rather than excusable, though in my mind.
(2)jared g.
Good not great. Almost 4 stars , but the service was very slow even when we informed them that we had a show to catch . I would come back before another broadway show if everything else in the area is booked.
(3)Kenneth S.
Excellent lunch recently. Skirt Steak was outstanding as was the burger which was much better than the overhyped ones at the Parker Meridien. Check the board for daily specials. Service was appropriately attentive for a lunchtime crowd in the middle of Manhattan on a busy shopping weekday. Prices were fair and we would come back in a New York minute. Make reservations.
(4)Simon B.
Love it. Well priced. The meat is always properly prep'd, cooked just right. They serve champagne properly. They don't over chill it. The service has always been great. I love this place.
(5)Becky M.
Rudest waitstaff ever.
(2)Bitty G.
Hands down one of the best restaurants I've ever been to in terms of food, ambience, and service. At the suggestion of our waiter, I got the miso glazed Chilean sea bass, which isn't something I usually order. It was SO GOOD, the sweetness of the miso glaze with the flakey-ness of the sea bass was pure perfection. My husband got the filet, which came with mashed potatos and peas and he devoured it. Couldn't stop talking about how good our meal was. That is, until dessert time. We finished our dinner with the fried Oreos. I can't put into words how delicious it was -- you're going to have to try it in order to fully understand the deliciousness. Also, our waiter David was awesome. Requesting him anytime we come back. It's a pricey place, but you get what you pay for! Great service, an unforgettable meal and a classy, upscale experience.
(5)Albany F.
Good location, 4 blocks from Central Park and around the corner of The Plaza where we are staying. Bad service and all the little things not done right. Pre dinner Bread was cold and burned. Requested new bread. Waitress brought back new bread and sarcasticly said "I hope this one is GOOD ENOUGH FOR YOU". Burger bun was not toasted. When we ask why the burger bun is cold. They said they don't toast their bun unless Is requested. Com'on man, even Red Robin toast their bun. First burger We ever had with cold bun. And this is Manhattan! The Food arrived cold. Water never refilled. Waitress checked with us once during the whole dinner. But she checks on 8 top next to us every 2 min, but never brother to check with us when she was just standing right next to us. Then after we paid, the waitress actually grabbed the bill fold and checked her tip before we left. Which is new to us. We never been to a restaurant that the waiter/tress grabs the credit card bill fold right in front of us. Their steak is good, cocktail was ok.
(1)Inessa M.
Good sliders, service is not bad. Good wine selection and pleasant theater district decor. I like it the most for the convenient location next to Carnegie hall and not far from the Lincoln center.
(3)Wesley S.
I love this place. Let me tell you a tip, they have the best ice tea! It is made from a local vendor and it is some sort of passion fruit vanilla blend. I had one taste of it and wanted more and more. This place is nice to sit outside and people watch and maybe order a bunch of appetizers for lunch or I am sure they have a great dinner too. The staff was helpful and friendly (our server rocked). I really enjoyed the entire experience here. Thanks for reading and enjoy.
(4)Nicholas B.
The food was quite good, the first place my boyfriend and I ate when we got to NY. Pricey, but not surprising considering the area. Would defiantly recommend this place without hesitation.
(4)Mark R.
The food was okay, but we were seated right next to the door on a snowy night and froze! We weren't even finished with our meal when they started clearing the table. We overheard one restaurant worker telling the waiter he was "trying to get them out of here". We heard this right after paying the tab with a generous tip. We'll never go back.
(2)Jessie F.
Tried this place once and such a disappointment. We were placed in the worst table while the restaurant was not full at all. The food was bad as well.
(1)Andreas K.
Between Hilton midtown and Central Park a good spot for an lunch meeting. Nice atmosphere and good quality.
(4)Joanna S.
Really cute place with an old world, French flair. Good service. Great breakfast dishes. Nice open air atmosphere on a nice day. The desserts are humungous--and really good.
(3)Maura G.
great food & great service. we came here after a long day of walking around the city looking for sustinance and relaxation. our server was great, very friendly, great with the kids that were with us. the food was awesome as well. i personally had the french onion soup and sea scallops. the scallops were cooked to perfection and served with amazing truffle mashed potatoes. i also tried my first fried oreo here (good to try once, but i won't crave them). the menu has something for everyone-they even have a sushi menu. everyone really liked what they ordered. the space was nicely decorated for christmas. the only thing that wasn't so great was the bathroom...wasn't kept as neat as i'd expect in a place like this.
(4)Allison S.
Their sirloin burger is AMAZING..everything on the menu is great but if you want the best burger ever, go to this place.
(5)Pia M.
I had been meaning to try this place for a while as it looks like a cute little French brasserie from the outside. While the inside is charming and is always packed with patrons, the food was just okay. I got the Rigatoni Bolognese and wasn't impressed. The bar area was cool, however, and the bartenders were nice. I would return to try the sushi.
(3)Ruoyi J.
Very strange menu. Lots of chicken, some steak, and a whole section of sushi. You know what kind of restaurant this is. That being said, the miso glazed sea bass was surprisingly good. And our waitress was very very pleasant.
(3)Leslie H.
I think this restaurant is expensive for what it was. I had the eggs benedict which was $16. Didn't come with a drink or any sides. I did enjoy the croissant it was served on and the ham. Between my boyfriend and I, we had two entrees and a coffee and it was $40. Although the restaurant itself is pleasant with a lot of light and a nice location, I don't think I would return.
(3)M L.
One of my favorite dinner places in the city! The food is so tasty! We love all of their appetizers and main courses! I have yet to taste something that isn't good on their menu...YUM YUM YUM! The crispy rice is my favorite, mussels, pop corn shrimp, spicy tuna rolls, kobe beef burgers, Shrimp pasta, Steak, & my favorite is the chilean sea bass made to perfection! Service is great too!
(5)Duane D.
Nice place, good atmosphere, very typical NYC restaurant. We ate here with a large group. The food was very good and service was very good. We have eaten brunch here in the past and had a good experience as well.
(4)Karen T.
This place has the rudest, most unprofessional, most bizarre hostesses I've ever experienced. I worked at a restaurant in New York for a number of years, and we were taught to smile and make customers feel welcome. Apparently these guys got a different memo. My friend and I had planned to arrive early for our reservation and see if we could begin lunch ahead of schedule. When I walked in, the restaurant was about two thirds full. Of the three hostesses standing there doing nothing, the one in the middle barely looked up from texting, made no eye contact, and asked if I would like to sit at the table while I waited for my friend. When I replied "sure," she snapped "well you're 20 minutes early for your reservation," and went back to her texting. I thought this interaction was odd (was it a trick question?), but let it roll off, and waited for my friend. A few minutes later, I hear her pretty much yelling, practically berating an elderly man. He seemed to have asked if he could sit at his table while he waited for his dining companion. How dare he interrupt her texting to make such a ridiculous request. She told him (very loudly) "you'd better call your friend and find out where they are, because if you want the table now, you WILL sit, and you WILL order immediately, because we will not hold up ordering if they aren't here." At this point I just felt really uncomfortable from having witnessed someone treating anyone, let alone an older man, that way. It was humiliating for all parties. My friend eventually came to my rescue and we were permitted to sit and eat. The food was good, but not worth ruining a perfectly good day over (and having to wonder if somewhere out there, some bitchy, entitled woman is verbally abusing my grandfather).
(1)Jeanette M.
Rue 57 was packed for sunday brunch, but I wasn't impressed. It's not that the food was bad, but it just wasn't phenomenal (as the prices indicate it should be). Perhaps I should have ordered sushi instead of breakfast (the only cool thing about the menu is that it's a brasserie and a sushi restaurant), but I kept it simple and got an omelette with gruyere, bacon, and fingerling potatoes, and my boyfriend ordered the brioche french toast. We were underwhelmed. I've had better at diners. My omelette was too heavy on the cheese for my taste, and I really had to search for the other fillings. Service was very good and speedy considering how insanely crowded it was! Our party was wedged next to two other tables, to the point where we could barely move our arms. I have been to much better brunch places in New York City, so I'm guessing location has a lot to do with why this place is so popular. I would look elsewhere (for brunch anyways) unless you need are heading to carnegie hall after your meal.
(2)Alyssa F.
I think the food here is mediocre at best. It is in a neighborhood where targets tourists, but as a local New Yorker, I can tell you this is NOT good food, they are somewhat on par in terms of presentation of food but overall taste is very very average. I was planning to give 3 stars but the fact that I haven't been feeling very well since my dinner experience there I had to deduct another star. My company and I ordered - truffle frites (above average), white tuna sashimi (was fresh), grilled halibut (tasteless, over cooked, poor presentation), some chicken cutlet salad (okay), kobi beef meatloaf (very average taste, a little mushy). I would not go back to this place. And it is NOT a representation of "good" New York food.
(2)Jenn S.
This is actually my go to for when I have a large group of friends who want a american/asian/french cafe bristro-esque meal. It's the only way I can describe this place They can accomodate with little notice for a large crowd, meanig 6+. Which is shocking since they are on a busy intersection of midtown. You do get an air of tourist trap in a sense but the food and drinks are solid. Their menu has a little bit of everything...sushi to burgers to steak frites. A little on the pricey side but I like that they don't rush you through your meal.
(4)Changhao L.
Been here for a few times already, the food is always consistent service is sometimes off. I'd recommend their roast herd chick and any steaks of your choice and don't forget about the truffle fries.
(4)Devin C.
Gets the job done, NYC prices of course
(3)Joseph B.
Good, but not what it used to be. Nothing is bad, but you certainly can get more bang for your buck at some small new restaurant that is working hard to prove itself. The creme brulee, however, is perfect here. And the hamburger is one of the best in town. Service, meh. I had brunch here and ordered oatmeal and had to ask for brown sugar and the waitress didn't know what that was. How is that possible?
(3)Hillary L.
Order the French Onion Soup you won't be sorry. I also had the French Dip (nice soft baguette, salty sweet caramelized onions, with a hint horseradish) and the La Peche Martini, all very good.
(4)Jeffrey C.
I'm a fan for breakfast. Eggs Benedict came on a croissant which was Ok by me (except for the calories). The hollandaise was good and the eggs cooked just right. Coffee was strong just as I like it. It's near the hotel I was staying in so second day I had scrambled eggs and grilled tomato. This was also well cooked. The service was good, the ambiance nice and prices were reasonable for New York. Maybe next time I will try the Sushi for dinner, just because I am surprised that this cafe rouge style bistro serves Japanese and French food!
(4)Danny H.
My wife and I stopped in Rue 57 around 2ish on a Saturday afternoon in February and really enjoyed our lunch. We were seated fairly quickly though the restaurant was crowded. We were greeted by a female waitstaff member, and her name escapes me but it begins with the letter N. She was part of the team working with Alan that saturday afternoon. They were both excellent. She recommended a particular Pinot, Talley I believe that was damn good. We took our time and eventually were able to order the chicken that was part of the dinner menu and was very moist and very tasty. I wish I could remember more but because it was a few months ago, I can't, except to say that we had one of the most attentive waitstaffs at any restaurant ever. They were both great and I will ask for them next time I'm there, now if I could only remember the female waitstaff's name, duh! Go, you won't be sorry.
(5)Charles J.
I tend to take people for lunch . The food and drinks are good . And the prices isn't bad either . You can get in and out in less then a hour .
(4)Shar H.
My cousin, his wife and her sister came in from Philly two weeks ago and wanted to have a nice brunch midtown (near their hotel). I decided we should go to Rue 57 since I've always been tempted by the dishes everytime I've walked by tables on the sidewalk during the summer. I got the eggs florentine -- which was absolutely huge in size! The kitchen did a nice job with the poached eggs and was generous with the spinach and bacon. The dish was savory and flavorful. I think the large pieces of bacon might have been better as a few strips on the side to nibble on as opposed to mixed in with the spinach. My cousin's wife also ordered their truffle fries which come topped with truffle oil and bits of truffle. This is a decadent dish and I couldn't help but nip at them. Overall, everyone was very full at the end of the meal and my guests got the brunch they wanted.
(3)Danielle F.
What a great place to have brunch New Year's day! Its a convenient location and the food wasnt bad. It kind of feels like a diner, but it's totally not. I came with a group of about 5 people, we only waited about 15 minutes for a table. We were all pretty happy with the food and the prices. I'd definitely go back for brunch!
(4)Sharon L.
It wasn't until late one Friday evening that I found out my cousin was going to be in town that weekend for business, and it was really last minute, but would I like to meet up for brunch somewhere near her midtown hotel? Why, yes, of course! I know just the place! But let me tell you. When Alexander Pope first wrote "hope springs eternal", he was most certainly talking about the freaking idiot who actually thought there was a chance she could get a reservation for noon brunch on Saturday at Sarabeth's or Norma's by booking it THE NIGHT BEFORE. Hence, this review is for Rue 57, and not for either Sarabeth's or Norma's. When I got there just after noon, the place was b-u-s-y. Like, there were clusters of people waiting in the entryway. I guess it makes sense, given it's one of the few upscale-casual sit-down (sorry that's an oxymoron isn't it?) places in midtown west. We squeezed into our table, trying not to knock over the drinks at the next table, which was mere inches away from ours. We sat for quite a while before our waiter arrived (by that I mean I stared down a waiter and did not blink until he finally came to our table). I ordered an omelette with gruyere and bacon, which was actually delicious, and a pleasant surprise, given that I had not been expecting too much from the food. My cousin ordered pancakes, which, while nothing to write home about, were also quite decent. Basically, the exprience could be scored thusly: 5 Stars: being able to score a last minute brunch reservation with NO hassle at all. 3 Stars: the food. Not great, but definitely more than adequate. TWO STARS: THE SERVICE. The delay in taking our order was only the beginning. Once he brought our food, our waiter disappeared. Poof. Like magic. No refill of waters, no asking if we wanted to top up our drinks. He was not seen again, until literally the second we put our forks down, he reappeared out of thin air to plop the check down on the table. Ridiculous to the point where my cousin laughed and said, "Wow, they must be trying to turn the tables real quick, huh?" I appreciate that this is a busy place, but nobody likes to be rushed through a meal, dude. We were not offered coffee, dessert, anything. Not that we wanted dessert or coffee, but we COULD'VE wanted dessert or coffee! Plus I definitely feel like I showed my cousin the wrong side of the New York brunch "scene". I hope she will come back soon! I really do know just the place. It just isn't Rue 57.
(3)Andrew S.
The last time I was in here I was strolling in after dinner at Nobu. This place, for it's location, stays open pretty late. I would categorize this, for me, as a place to grab a drink before dinner, or a late snack/drink dinner, with a wide array of choices. The ambiance is nice for midtown, and thetis bar is so big, it's one of those places where I really like to eat t the bar and have a few drinks. Not to mention the bartenders are very cool. This place closes on a Thursday earlier, so good to start and continue somewhere.
(5)Krista D.
VERY VERY VERY GOOD PLACE When we went I was a little disappointed because they were only serving a 'mid-day lunch menu' but we waited around and drank until 5 and got dinner You have to try the truffle fries - they were recommended and did not let us down I usually am not a fan of meatloaf but the waitress highly recommended it so we went with it, OMG it was to die for - it's made with kobe beef and is so fresh and delicious. I think even if you are not a fan of meatloaf this is A MUST TRY Please do yourself a favor and leave room for pecan pie. It is out of this world
(4)Good E.
Rude 57
(2)Cheri M.
It was good! I had their lox scrambled and eggs and really enjoyed it. The boyfriend had eggs over medium but they made them over-easy instead and had a re-do. Very non-chalant service. After just coming back from Paris we wanted that vibe and got it, somewhat.
(3)Christine S.
Love this place - you have to try their lamb sliders ... Mmm, will dream about them tonight!
(5)Jocy C.
I find this place to be so odd. Rue 57 is a French / Japanese restaurant located in midtown New York. French or Japanese... it's like an identity crisis. I'm not quite sure why sushi is offered on the menu. I think I like my Japanese food from an authentic Japanese restaurant with an authentic Japanese sushi chef. My boss took me and a colleague here for lunch. There's outdoor seating (which is awesome when the weather is just perfect).... but lines are long for lunch. I think we arrived around 12:30pm and waited about 15 minutes before we were seated. The menu itself has a wide variety of choices... and my selection of choice was the "Mini Kobe Burgers" - described as as a "threesome with sauteed onions, sliced pickles, tomato, and pomme frites". With each of the Kobe burger, I ordered them with cheese... and for those of you that know me (and my selection of variety!), I ordered each burger with a different type of cheese: 1) Provolone 2) Blue Cheese 3) Goat Cheese The burger with the goat cheese was my favorite! Ordered my burger medium... with pink in the middle. YUM!
(3)Imran H.
We went to brunch early and enjoyed our meal. The service was good and we liked the food. The omelets were great as were the burgers and the tuna salad was also good. We liked the place and the ambiance. The place was packed so having reservations helped!
(4)David R.
I've been here twice for brunch and the first time I came I had the Short Rib Eggs Benedict and I had it the second time too. It was amazing both times. The short rib is flavorful and very tender. The bread that is the basis of the Eggs Benedict is spongy and absorbs the juices from the meat and egg. The dish has perl onions that are cooked and sweet. There are some sauces added and in all, it's a medley of flavors that made the best Benedict I've had... better than Jane is SoHo. I'm giving 4 stars since I've not tried the other dishes but they did look good as well.
(4)Robert S.
I read some of the negative reviews here and I just scratch my head. Every time I come into Manhattan, I usually end up at Rue 57; great, fast service, unique food (try the Cuban sandwich paired with the exceptional fries for lunch), perfect setting for everything from a quick lunch to a romantic evening. I've been a loyal customer since the place opened, and I still consider this to be one of my favorite places in Manhattan. With the exception of an Angus meatloaf I had a couple of years back that wasn't utterly perfect, I haven't had a morsel of food here that qualified as anything less than gourmet fare. Frankly, can't wait to get back to Rue - you can pay more, but you can't enjoy food that's any better anywhere.
(5)Jonathan N.
With plans to see a show at Radio City on a Sunday evening, Rue proved to be the perfect spot for pre-entertainment drinks and snacks. The first shout-out goes to my good friend Lisa, who is one of the managers here. She made great suggestions and generously comped us on a round of cocktails. Sweet! As for those cocktails... I ventured out from my usual (Jack and Coke) to try of of the day's specials, which was essentially an Arnold Palmer on steroids. Not THE Arnold Palmer (I'm not accusing the famous golfer of using performance enhancing drugs), but AN Arnold Palmer, which for those of you who don't know is a combination of lemonade and iced tea, but this time spiked with vodka. Quite refreshing on a hot summer's eve (not the douche brand, but an actual evening in the summer season). My two dates (I'm a stud) went with a glass of white wine and some kind of orange martini, which was too sweet for my taste but good if you're into that sort of thing. Then we ordered a few apps for the table to share. They included: - Beet salade -- featured creamy goat cheese and a tangy orange vinaigrette - Baby brasserie ribs -- sweet and spicy sauce was quite yummy - Mussels dijonnaise -- HUGE pot of mussels, which were served with a cream sauce. First time I'd seen that, but they were quite good. - Pommes frites -- slim cut and golden brown, just like fries should be - Crispy popcorn shrimp -- We actually tried to order the crispy rice with spicy tuna, but the waiter mis-heard us. Being the cool cats that we are, we told him it was fine and we'd eat the shrimp. The tempura batter was awesomely crunchy and the Asian dressing had a great flavor. I'm glad we stuck with them. Rue is not cheap, but what would you expect from a French bistro just a few blocks south of Central Park? The atmosphere is casual but nice and the service is solid ,even if you aren't buddies with the manager. Ladies and gentlemen, we have a winner!
(4)Jean-Pierre A.
Let me start by saying, that I used to LOVE this place. Would really look forward to coming here on my trips into the city. Anyway, I unfortunately cannot say the same thing today. Rue 57 has went from a chic french style NY eatery to a tourist packed unfriendly disappointment. We came here for brunch, and received subpar service. The drinks did not come out quickly, and we were seated closely to other patrons although there were empty more comfortable seats near by. In terms of food-we both ordered the lobster corn and potato hash. This should be renamed the corn and potato hash, because really it only had a couple of small pieces of lobster in it. We also started with a couple of pieces of salmon sushi-which weren't bad. Anyway, this place has gone down in terms of service, atmosphere, and general care for customers. We wrote a brief review in the comments card in hopes to be contacted by the management about our concerns-but never heard back. It appears that Rue 57 has let their success go to their heads and will likely not last much longer in the competitive NY restaurant scene. Au-Revoir Rue 57!
(1)Anna D.
Great meet the parents ... or meet the friend's parents place. Came here as a guest of a friend and her grandparents. They loved the white tablecloth atmosphere and French bistro menu. We got a few bottles of Malbec (love that her 86-year-old grandfather was down to party) which were pretty reasonable, and then I had steak frites--can't mess that up and they didn't. They did forget my salad, so docking a point for that, but I didn't even really want it so maybe they did me a favor? Didn't do dessert. I feel like it can get a little loud, and it was also really, really hot--like, stifling, but when I went to the ladies room downstairs it seemed like there was some sort of building problem that the employees were confabbing about so maybe it was related to that. Overall, you can't do wrong by coming here, and even if it isn't the most exciting, you're getting good food and good service.
(4)Joanne K.
Went here for a late lunch during Christmas season. It was a cold day and we had been all over seeing the city's decoratons. This restaurant was a great find. First, it was cozy, warm and nicely decorated for Christmas; greenery, colored lights, and a tree. A nice varied menu from sandwich platters to salads to dinners.The food was very good. Wait staff was good and the food came promptly. The only criticism I would have is the tables were very close to each other. But, I would not stay away from this restuarant for that reason. I would definitely recommend this restaurant and return myself.
(4)Bob B.
Have walked past this place for years and always considered it more of a tourist trap. Ended up having lunch there and can say that the food was perfectly satisfying and the service actually quite friendly and attentive given a fairly quirky staff. I wouldn't put it on my bucket list, but would certainly go there with friends if they were in the mood for French (I didn't try any of the sushi side of things).
(3)Kat K.
Went here for dinner; strip steak was meh. Sushi platter also meh. They make a fine latte though. A la peche cocktail also tasty. The ambience was my favorite part of my experience.
(4)Trang N.
We came here on a Friday night to grab a quick bite to eat before we hit the town. I must say that the food was delicious, but the service complete overshadowed any kind of good rating I was going to give this establishment. The usually French bistro set up, big windows, dark wood booths, very dimmly lit. I almost set the menu on fire trying to lean in for some light! The vib was surprisingly nice being on the corner of such a busy intersection and the food fairly good. I ordered a the beet salad and the steak tartare. The salad was surprisingly large for a starter and the tartare was more then enough for this girl to fill up for the evening. Husband had the mini lamb and goat cheese sliders and said that they were delicious and had substantial meal to bun ratio! The truffle pomme frites on the other hand were four slices of steak fries, although delicious, but for $8, even by NYC standards was a total ripoff! Unfortunately, our waiter was a pompous (pardon my francais) jack hole and we couldn't wait to get our of there! We found ourselves trying to flag him down to get refills on wine, bourbon and water!! He never came back to check on us and I ultimately had to flag down a bus boy to fulfill our request! We could tell that other tables were appalled by the service as they just got up and walked out on the bill. We found our server hovered over the order screen most of the night of texting away on his cellphone. I am a definate over tipper and had to force myself to leave 10% which was still too way much, but someone has to let him know he can not just be aloaf and expect a tip! The food pretty much did all the work, all he needed to do was to show up a couple of times to our table, we didn't ask for anything other then the usual refills on drinks and a mustard jar, which if he even bothered to ask, we wouldn't have left annoyed! Considering he had a section of 10 tables and only had 4 actual tables, I hardly think he was overwhelmed! It was a complete disgrace to waiters and waitress everywhere!
(2)Jay H.
Come to Rue quiet often as it is near my office. Surprisingly they have good sushi,. It gets packed at the bar which is generally where I go for a few drinks but you can generally get a seat and enjoy a nice app. Its a bit pricey but that's what you get for 57 and 6 ave spot.
(4)Joyce K.
Sunday brunch at Rue 57. The Brasserie Benedict was not wonderful: soggy croissant, with lukewarm sauce. But the Reuben sandwich was piled high and much appreciated. Bloody Mary at $14, which is probably going rate. Lovely French brasserie surroundings; the sushi didn't seem to fit.
(3)Bill S.
Our server set a new level for poor service. He led off by pushing our table out of his way(while we were seated, no less) without so much as an "excuse me". This was followed up by a total disregard for our requests regarding our order. This may be a management issue as one of the requests was for tea instead of coffee, which could not be done. The waiter never returned to our table until I requested the bill. Totally inattentive. The food was fairly good, but unfortunately the server spoiled the meal for us.
(1)Catherine W.
We visited here twice on our New York City vacation. Conveniently located within walking distance from our hotel, we tried this based on our hotel's recommendation. Enter this restaurant and be transported to a French bistro in France - kind of. I don't know of any French bistros that serve Japanese food, but everything, from the bustling waiters to the European dressed clientele (NOT California casual) makes the diner feel they could actually be in France. (If only the floors were totally covered in that black & white tile). We were greeted warmly and seated promptly. Our favorite dish(es) were, the kobe beef sliders (pay extra for cheese slices of your choice) made to order and extremely yummy, accompanied by very good french fries, the beet salad (split 3 ways was just perfect), and the sea scallops with truffled mashed potatoes (Saturday night special) had us using the french fries to sop up all of the delicious sauce! Oh yum! At the suggestion of one of our waiters, Randy, we indulged in the oreo beignets (According to her they were "life changing"). I don't know if I would say they were life changing, but if you slather the vanilla ice cream on each bite, they are pretty good and decadent! Randy, our waiter the first night was WONDERFUL! Accomodating and friendly; she informed us of the "don't miss" items on the menu and even split our salad three ways when we didn't even ask for it like that! The waiter we had the second day, not so much, he was kind of New York rude and disappeared completely the second half of our meal; we had a tough time getting our bill in the end. Although we love Japanese food, we passed on the Japanese offerings at this restaurant because the sushi was very high priced. That being said, this is a great place to eat while on vacation. The ambience is lively and the food is very good! Being out of towners and relying heavily on the wait staff to guide us through our choices, our experience was a bit uneven, but if we are ever in NYC again, we would go again!
(3)Terry P.
Nothing fresh - pastries were warm on the outside until you touch the inside which was still frozen. The toast that come with the breakfast dish was not made to order as it was not hot and stale. The cream that came with the coffee had gone bad with hardened cream floating around. The eggs felt they have been sitting on the plate under the heat lamp. The only reason for the two star was our server was very nice.
(2)Andrew S.
I went here for lunch one day this past week and my experience here was average and I am not sure I would come back. I ordered the Turkey burger and my client ordered the regular cheeseburger. He was happy with his meal but it is pretty difficult to screw up a cheeseburger. The Turkey burger was okay but a little dried out. The Fresh Avacdo made up for it a little. Depending on what you order the prices here can be ridiculous. Turkey Burger was $15 and didn't come with fries. Cheeseburger was $16 but came with fries. The thing that was mostly disatisfying here was the hostess. I expect a certain amount of rudeness from the wait staff simply because it is New York but I don't expect to be treated like a second class citizen by the hostess when I want a table. This is especially true since this was a business lunch Even my client (who is gay) said he thought the woman was a "dick hater" lol My client normally loves everyone so for him to speak up was a good indication of how we were treated. Service was a 2 star...food 3 star so I am giving them the benefit of the doubt and going with a 3 star rating here. I would recommend checking out one of the other great places in this area before coming here.
(3)Marissa S.
Very odd scene here. It was a quieter setting that my friend and I were looking for - to sit at the bar, have a glass of wine, chat, and not have a crowd up against us. They had all their doors open which I thought was nice, until I got a wiff of the disgusting cigar smell from two doors down. I could not imagine trying to eat a meal while smelling that. I could barely get my wine down. My friend actually gave her wine back she was so disgusted. The bartenders are apparently low class which was surprisingly because they really didn't look like it. There was some middle aged moron next to us who was so drunk that he was lifting his shirt and walking around showing his chest off like he was in some college loser video. The bartenders laughed and said nothing. The drunk low life proceeded to take his shirt off and hang out bare chested! The staff didn't even notice. Really?? People are eating quiet dinners all around this guy and you are letting this take place? Really?? Disgraceful and sad really. Not to mention the middle aged couple on the other side who were making out to the point that I thought they were about to create a baby on top of the bar. Nauseating experience.
(2)Terry C.
one of my favorites
(5)evan r.
3/5 stars for me here. I suppose "A-OK" is fair in my book. As part of a group of 4 we had an event in the area and walked over about slightly before 8:30. We were seated right away, which I was surprised by, b/c the place was packed. The service was good and our waiter did a good job. The tables were pretty on top of each other, which I am never a fan of. I felt as though both tables on either side were very much a part of our conversation, which is awkward. The food didn't take long to come out, which was nice. The portions were massive. Literally massive. We could have ordered 2 main courses and fed 4 people. As a table we shared 2 pasta dishes, chicken pallard and chicken milanese. The food was good. Not knock your socks off, not bad, which was fine. The wine list was a bit expensive and the overall meal was overpriced in my opinion. All in though, given the area and the proximity to Central Park and tourists, I think that is to be expected. Until next time....
(3)Cathy A.
Solid classic cocktails and a wide variety on the menu to please any taste.
(3)Jodi W.
I likes this place. Very upscale restaurant. I love the food, loved the atmosphere and service was excellent. I'm defiantly coming back!
(4)Tom C.
Pricey but delicious. Honey Bunny and I had breakfast here. We were heading to the Brooklyn Diner when she looked over and said, "This looks good. Let's try here." We decided on a table outside and started our morning. She loved her chocolate skone while I barely managed to finish a huge egg white omelet and a side (6 slices) of bacon. I'm never going to lose weight eating like this. The service was excellent and our coffee cups were never empty for long. Sitting outside and people watching over a wonderful breakfast on a gorgeous NY morning. It doesn't get any better than this! Go and enjoy!
(4)Jacqueline B.
I came here for Restaurant Week and at first glance, the place looks very classy and upscale so I thought I was in for a treat! Boy was I wrong. The only reason I am giving this place two stars is because the beef tartare I had as an appetizer was pretty delicious and well prepared. Maybe it came out so good because there's no cooking involved? either way, it was pretty delicious. Also, the cocktail i ordered, some peachy concoction, was on point. Other than that, I was not impressed at all. For the entree, I ordered the steak medium rare. The first steak I received was so well done, it was black and ash was practically falling off of it. Naturally I asked them to bring me what I had actually ordered and guess what they bring me? A cow thats still moving! It was soooo rare, I couldnt eat that either. By that time, I was just annoyed so I didn't want to send my food back for the second time. The dessert was ehh..they called it a cheesecake and lemme tell you, I dont think these people have ever even seen a cheesecake before if they thought what they were serving was a cheesecake. it wasnt bad. it just wasnt a cheesecake. The service was NOT awesome. There is such a thing as being too attentive. For example, if i am about to put more food in my mouth, it's probably not the best time to ask me if i'm done with my food and try to take my plate away. Ummm..obv im not done if im STILL EATING. all of the waiters were hovering and watching and waiting and it was very annoying. I felt like i had no privacy because there was someone watching me eat so they can clear the plate as soon as i took a second breathe. All in all, i would not return here, especially not if i had to pay full price for the food i received. Is that why it was mediocre?? If a restaurant wants to hand out crap just because its Restaurant Week and theyre only getting $35 for dinner (which comes out to $60 anyway if you have a drink and tax and tip), maybe they shouldnt participate in it at all.
(2)Allison F.
We went there on Sunday for brunch. It was packed and said the wait is only 20 minutes so we bellied up at the bar which was also busy. The bartenders were quick and very nice,after 10 minutes a table was ready for us. The server was nice and was on point. I ordered the burger with blue cheese and it SUCKED. It was so dry and hard that I could have brought to a Rangers game and they could have used it as a hockey puck!! Let's say that "Top Chef Kids " cook better burgers then what I had. The fries were good. The people I was with ordered the braised beef benedict that looked awesome and tasted even better.Note to self....order anything besides the burger. I might go back and give it a second chance but not on a Sunday.
(2)Jessica K.
Food is good, but the service is very slow. Wait staff seems to ignore you. I guess this is to be expected for this touristy location.
(1)Romulus R.
went here during week. nice atmosphere. very new york & charming. sat in lounge area by bar. started with the popcorn rock shrimp. GIANT plate of fried shrimps were quite tasty. also got the steak tar tar which was good enough i'd order it again right now if i had to. for entrees order some sushi & kobe burger sliders. ordered some basic rolls: tuna roll & rainbow rolls. decent portions, fresh, & tasted great. kobe burgers were mini sized & juicy. did the job it was supposed to do. overall had a pleasant time at rue 57.
(4)Kelly C.
when they say category: French and japanese.... they mean french and japanese SEPARATELY ... its not fusion, no blending, no criss-cross....its like those japanese places with chinese dishes on the side? yea that's what it was except with french lol i picked the place because it was 2 blocks from the apt and i was set on getting steak frites anywayz lol o man.. i was a little disappointed, the quality of the steak was... meh. i got so tired of chewing the steak, i just started eating the fries more cause i was hungry, the fries were delicious tho, soft on the inside, crispy on the outside, in the end i just gave up trying to chew the steak... it took more energy to chew than taking in energy... my mouth is still a little tired.. i just want soft ice cream so i can swallow w/o chewing lol other than that, the place is nice, the prep for the steak was good just the quality was disappointing... tho next time i would probably go with classic steak frites instead of the steak au poivre (which is covered in peppercorn) the waiter wasn't kidding, it definitely was a "strong taste"
(3)Massimo P.
Dependable midtown West spot for lunch (never been there for dinner). As all French places, a bit overpriced, but good food and good ambiance for a business meal.
(3)Little L.
Was there yesterday for the first time, for my boyfriend's birthday. I must say that I loved this place. GREAT food, and an amazing service. Our server was Steven and he was great, made the whole experience so much better. All his recommendations were absolutely great, starting from the wine till the desert. We actually had a toast for him too :) It's a bit pricey but was worth every penny. Will definitely visit more from now on.
(5)Bob G.
I would give them 3.5 stars for food, but the service staff was so nice I give them 4 stars. Lots of people here during Christmas holiday, but they managed to turn out very solid meals in timely fashion. Their old fashioned cocktail is delicious, and for that alone I would come back. Service was really quite good considering we were there on a Saturday night at height of holiday season. This is not the most amazing food experience you will ever have, but Rue 57 seems to get all the little details right and with a very friendly attitude. Don't go expecting the moon, but do expect to be served good food with nice service and a manager who cares. It's crowded for a reason.
(4)Sepi A.
I ordered the Kobe beef sliders which were cooked just like I asked. The only complain was the service. The waiter didn't bring our drinks till after our food arrive.
(3)Taiyo O.
This place use to be O'neals way back when I had an apartment on 58th & 6th Ave. I often came to meet my friends after their work. There are enough reviews that I don't need to add but few I thought it might be useful. Their dishes are huge but they nicely spit half into two plates for you like Sant Ambroeus in the village. Honestly, If I was the one to choose place to eat in this nabe with my out town family (group of 6), I would choose busy but fast turn around and offers many diffident kinds of foods including Sushi like here, I would take them to The Plaza Food Hall. Easy, casual and there is always something for someone.
(3)Yanni Z.
Okay, I'm sorry, but maybe I'm a bit weird for wanting bang for the buck when I'm trying new restaurants in the city. This is definitely not the place. I went here because the place my friends chose to meet at closed early so we tried to find the nearest restaurant and this happened to be it. I just think this place is pretentious and over-priced. First of all, having lived in Maui for some time, I can say that I'm incredibly suspicious when French food is offered along WITH sushi. What???? Of course, I should have been even more suspicious when I walked by a plate filled with salmon sashimi on toast. TOAST! That's just wrong. So anyway, here's the deal. The place is a bit snobby. That's all fine if you'd get your bang for your buck. Not the case here. I ordered the salmon sashimi platter, which is around 17 bucks. Literally, the plate had four slices of tiny sashimi. WHAT??? Of course, they bring a plate of edamame but again, they charge you extra for that. By the way, the waitress didn't even tell us about the extra charges. My friends didn't want to ask (because they thought it was tacky), but come on, the waiters should ALWAYS let you know about extra charges. That's just being professional and service-oriented. My friend who ordered the Kobe burger got charged an extra 1.50 for two disturbingly red tomato slices. Um, hello, should've let us know ahead of time! The one good thing is the water-pouring service. They were quick and consistent about that. But I wouldn't come back here again. I don't mind shelling out money, but it'd better be worth it and not for a few paltry slices of salmon sashimi drowned in soy sauce.
(2)William W.
This is an excellent well priced attractive Restarunt. The service is excellent. This may sound silly but the chicken noodle soup was excellent. The menu ranges from basics like the chicken soup to sashimi. All of our group of 7 enjoyed their meals. It is located at a busy intersection so will always be full.
(4)Caroline S.
The food and service were exactly what was expected from a midtown "bistro." My beet salad was the best thing I ate all night. Everything else was a little bit salty. The truffle fries were not out of this world. The grilled asparagus we had on the side was also quite delicious. So, the food that was simple and straight forward was wonderful. Everything else was a little too rich, salty, eh...
(3)Jin Y.
It was packed on Friday night, I highly suggest making reservations and get there on time because they WILL cancel your reservation. The decor is really nice and yet casual. For me the Kobe burger stands out the most. It's just so adorable, 3 mini burgers with a side of pomme frites (French term for fries). Did see that there was sushi on the menu but I was skeptical ordering sushi from this place. We ordered a few other dishes and drinks, everything was well prepared. Don't forget to take some matches on your way out.
(4)Meghan M.
Not really worth it but a nice stop for a drink if you can get a seat at the bar. Here's my experience summary: - The 10 minute wait was over 40. Thank goodness for good company! - The ambiance was lovely. - The food (dover sole and the scallops special) was expensive and just so-so. - The service was okay but nothing great. And honestly, I can't think of another word to write about Rue 57. I suppose that's rather telling.
(2)Lauren H.
I am torn about the star-amount I should give here. Let's just ignore the stars and pretend for a moment that I am John Taffer - crazy eyebrow star of "Bar Rescue." Here, Rue 57, I give you invaluable advice that, quite frankly, you should already know. I am interested to know what your labor costs are. I have always enjoyed your food. I had a hanger steak the other night that hit the spot! And that tomato salad! Some of your servers stand out in my memory, as they were so funny and accommodating. I have taken out-of-town guests here. Including my mother! It's the fact that the service is so amazingly inconsistent - especially given that there are just so many of them - borders on comical. Just standing around, scratching their heads, chatting each other up, neglecting their tables. Although, given the length of your ticket times, I guess they just get bored and lose interest. Maybe more BOH? Maybe stagger the FOH? You've been around forever and the rest of your group is successful, so hey - what do I know? Oh wait - that I hate inconsistent service. Good food can only excuse so much. I cannot stand to see an empty glass on a table while my server is literally scratching his head. Ick. You can fix this.
(3)Marielle M.
My boyfriend and I went here on Valentine's Day which I expected to be really chaotic but it took nearly half an hour past our reservation to get seated. The service was a little slow but not to the point where we felt ignored. The mussels dijionnaise and the pommes frites were unbelievably good. The mussels came in a bucket and were very flavorful. The pommes frites were cooked to perfection. I had the rigatoni bolognaise for my entree and it was completely forgettable. Didn't bother with dessert. It's pricey but that can be expected of a place that calls itself a French bistro in NYC. Overall, I'm not sure if I would come back.
(3)Linh L.
I like the atmosphere here. Though for such a nice restaurant I expect it to have spotless clean white napkins. I had the Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup. It has a distinct taste of herbs. Carrots and celery were still hard and quite under cook for my preference. Onion Rings wear good. Nicely battered. Onion didn't broke out of it's casing. Very big. Chopped Chicken Salad was good. The blue cheese didn't taste so bad. I'm not usually a blue cheese fan however the dressing wasn't so potent. Service was good. Not great. A bit slow but still respectful.
(3)Liz R.
If you want to ruin your day have breakfast here. I got yelled at bc I forgot to tell the waiter what kind of toast I wanted. When he came w the coffee I asked what kind they had and he yelled at me that he had already put the order in and I should have asked earlier. He never returned to offer more coffee. The hostess was nice and tried to apologize, but I will never go back.
(1)Rebecca N.
The food was great, but $26 BUCKS for eggs!? Come on....! Tourist trap south of 5th Avenue and Central Park. I wouldn't go back. Just my two cents.
(3)Steph M.
The food was excellent but the service was not much to be desired. I went their and I didn't have a place setting. When I asked the waitress she asked me if I put the silverware in my purse. I still hadn't received a napkin. The waitress never asked me if everything was ok or if we wanted anything else. Not happy at all with the service.
(3)Emilio R.
I came here for a late anniversary dinner with my girlfriend on a Tuesday, it was busy but not packed. The hostess was friendly and sat us immediately. Once seated our sever took a little while longer than usual to come to the table but he was well worth the wait. His name was Steven C: extremely knowledgeable of the menu, suggestive but not pushy and very professional, polite and attentive. We started off with the W. Coast oysters, which tasted very fresh and delicious in addition to them being very well presented and accompanied by 4 different sauces. For my drink I had the mojito, and as an experienced mojito drinker (my favorite) I can honestly say they make one of the best I've ever had in my life! My gf was also very pleased with their wine and champagne options. For the entree I had the rib-eye, cooked perfectly to my liking and came with a delicious house-made sauce. My gf had the potato crusted salmon which she devoured so I assume it was also very good. Dessert was the best part! We shared a dulce de leche pastry with dulce de leche ice cream on top, and while it was very delicious, it was also served with the words "Happy Anniversary" written in chocolate on the plate! Earlier in the evening my gf had mentioned to our server that we were celebrating and he took the INITIATIVE to have that written on our dessert plate without anyone one of us suggesting it! That made our night. Thanks to our server Steven C, highly recommend him and the restaurant.
(5)Lorelei D.
Great space, friendly servers, great selection of wine and good food.
(3)Alex O.
Sat out side for 15-20 minutes. No service whatsoever. Even after telling the hostess we needed menus. Left the restaurant unserved.
(1)Molly F.
went back today and was not so impressed! here's what we didn't love: - we were given a table that was, how shall i say ... "less than ideal." on the way to was his hands my husband discovers an entire section with at least 5 empty tables and asks if we can please be moved. after a 10 minute discussion the answer is, simply, "no." wtf? why not?? ... just "because." must have been my bad hair day... - husband asks for a large side of au jus with his sandwich. the waiter says he will just bring the small one and it should be fine. my husband says, "no, i'd really like a larger side," ... the waiter again denies his request. we were a bit stunned. after waiting of 30 minutes with no food -- i decided to ask again -- "hey since things are a bit slow, please just bring the large side of au jus" -- he again says "no, the small will be fine." so of course when the food came we had to wait ANOTHER 10 minutes for the large side of au jus while my husbands food got cold -- and we were charged for it! - waited for lunch for over 40 minutes after ordering. weren't offered bread, no water refills, my soda didn't come until AFTER the food was served, had to ask three times for salt, the waiter seemed like he was confused about the whole process of, "we order things -- you bring them," ... it was loud and my fries were cold. - maybe i'll only come here during off hours in hopes of a better try.
(2)Jaime B.
Very pricey, slow service, nice atmosphere, okay food. A good place to try, maybe during slow hours. My friend, husband, and I were headed to MoMA, and we wanted a bite to eat. As we were walking, we saw Rue 57 and decided it was as good a place as any to grab lunch. Once inside, I felt a little weird because I was dressed casually, and many of the patrons and staff were dressed more formally. But as we dined, we saw more people in casual clothes arrive. The place seems to attract both businesspeople and tourists. Sort of a strange mix. We waited about ten minutes for a table. They do ask that you wait at the bar, which was okay, but made us feel a bit like we had to order a drink. Once we got to the table, we were offered our choice of water and had to wait a few more minutes before putting in a drink order. Then we had to wait several more minutes before ordering food. This restaurant has a mix of French and Japanese fare, which always strikes me as odd. None of us ordered off the sushi menu. My husband and I opted for salads, while my friend got a Cuban sandwich. When we ordered, the server asked if we wanted bread, and we said yes. But that bread didn't come unitl we requested it after flagging down our server after receiving our food. If you can't bring the bread on time, don't offer it. Our salads were okay, nothing really special. My friend loved her sandwich; she said it was amazing. They forgot to bring out her truffle fries on time, but they were worth the wait. The truffle fries are incredible; they are actually served with a bit of truffle on top, in addition to the oil they're cooked with. So good. The service was slow and mostly inattentive. Our server was nice, but he didn't come by much. I don't know if he had too many tables at one time or if that was just his serving style. Either way, it could have been better. The restaurant stayed busy, and they packed people in like sardines. If you're a party of two, you just might be seated right next to another table and feel like you're at a four-top instead of a two-top. All in all, Rue 57 is pretty good. But the prices are really high considering the level of service and the quality of the food. I'm more than willing to pay top dollar, if the food and service are worth it. This didn't fit the bill. This is a place I'm not likely to visit again, but it was an okay experience to have.
(3)Jonathan D.
Rue 57 is a hip vibrant french bistro that has a wide menu and great atmosphere. We had an excellent waiter, Whit, who knew his stuff, gave us good advice and took care of us. To drink, I had the blue point toasted lager, which was excellent. My wife had the Rue 57 which was a little sweet for her taste (muddled berries, prosecco and some liquer). We arrived late so had an order of the truffle fries to start and then went straight to the mains. My wife had the Chicken Scalappini which she loved. The chicken was very thin but not breaded. I went with the kobe sliders which were awesome. I might go without cheese next time to give the beef more focus though the american cheese was tasty. My fries had were a bit less well done compared to the truffle fries which was perfect. For dessert, I had to go with the oreo beignets. Oreos in tempura batter fried with some vanilla ice cream. Normally, the oreo is not my favorite cookie but if you look either oreos or donuts, this is the dessert for you. My wife had the chocolate cake with raspberry layers. She really liked it but it was enormous. Either dessert is good for sharing. If you want a quicker dinner, want a lot of options or are looking for a later meal, Id highly recommend Rue 57
(4)Gil R.
We had the kids with us when we decided to choose this place for dinner on a Saturday night. Initially didn't think it looked "kid friendly" but there were a few "little ones" eating there so we went with it. The outside tables definitely helped with space for our umbrella stroller and kids bag. Wait staff was very good. Head waiter was very knowledgable about the menu and recommending certain dishes. Support staff was attentive and prompt. The place was busy but our head waiter still managed to come by regularly to "tend our table" which helped us focus on our two toddlers. Food was very good here. We got the scallops (very tasty and well presented) and the chicken paillard (very good taste with the couscous). Kids got kobe beef sliders and a chicken cutlet (cut to look like chicken strips). These would have been good for adults! Of course they mostly ate the amazing pomme frittes but I couldn't fault them for that. I'm able to say that the sliders are very good too! Prices are on par for mid town Manhattan so it wasn't cheap but it was a great mix of adult ambiance and time with the kids. Overall I would recommend.
(4)Paula A.
The food here is very nice and the service was great. Ask to be seated in Daniel's section if you want extraordinary service, he went above and beyond to fix our wobbly table, ensure our food came out properly and give us prompt attention during a busy time in the restaurant. We will definitely go back.
(5)Lisa G.
I was really hoping to like this place, but it ended up being average. Fries were okay, burger was okay. It was pretty juicy, but I just wasn't wowed. I liked the lemonade as well -- it was okay. Simply put, it was extremely average. The tab for me and my folks was under $70, so I guess that's not too bad for three people for lunch. But again, it was just average fare. Next time I go (if I go again), I'd probably try the blueberry pancakes.
(3)Nastya M.
Went to the place when we were visiting NYC. The food is amazing! Main dishes are unique and full of flavor and dessert is outstanding! The problem with the place is the service! Isn't not what you would expect from the place like this. Some waiters act like they own a place and you should be thankful they are serving you. If you ask for anything like water refill, it takes forever to get.
(3)Jiggly B.
Came for Brunch Croissants for the table- no Beet salad - good Blueberry pancakes- soggy Decent but would not repeat
(3)Rose W.
Went to Rue 57 for brunch on a Sunday - and the place was packed! I made an 11:30A reservation and was accidentally late by 10 mins ... and my table was given away. Even so, I was prompty seated. I had the Kobe mini burgers for appetizer, cooked medium-rare. The sliders were quite juicy and delicous - especially accompanied with tall and crispy frites. I was a bit skeptical about ordering sushi from a non-Japanese joint, and had the apple crepes for bunch. The crepes were good, but almost too sweet for me. As always, looking around at what others were eating, most people seemed to have ordered off of the standard brunch menu. Another plus - the restaurant played good eighties music!
(4)Shaya B.
Don't even look at the menu, first order the Kobe Beef Sliders!!!! I came here for lunch on Sunday and it wasn't too packed as a lot of people have complained. I made a reservation and was seated immediately. I ordered the Kobe Beef Sliders, obviously and had them rare to medium rare, they simply melt in your mouth. I am so mad that I don't live in New York and can't eat them every day. I had a sashimi piece of white tuna which was clean, fresh, and delicious also. I followed that up with the Osaka Roll and Yokohama roll. I hated both, I probably ate two pieces only from each. The spicy miso sauce on the Osaka Rull is really off-putting and the Yokohama roll tasted like a circus going on in my mouth (i know cryptic but order it and you will see. The reason why this place still deserves 5 stars is below.... When the waitress cleared my plate she asked me if I wanted a box for the sushi, i mentioned that I didn't enjoy the sushi but thanked her. In no way did I ever ask for some sort of discount. 30 seconds later the manager was over and apologizing for me not liking the sushi. He mentioned that he would be removing both rolls from my bill. I insisted that it was unnecessary and that I would gladly pay for everything I ordered he refused and the waitress returned with a bill for just the sliders, white tuna, and coffee. I ended up tipping her 50% out of gratuity. I would return to Rue 57 in a heartbeat and applaud their customer service.
(5)Kiki Kelly H.
I would give it 3.5 stars. 4 for the food. 3 for the service. Food: Considering we all ordered from the Restaurant Week menu, the food was good. Four choices to choose from for both appetizers and main course, two for dessert. We tried to order one of everything and were pleased with the food. However, we like to think Restaurant Week as a time for restaurants to show off their best/most interesting dishes, and each were rather subdued. Service: After quickly hearing the specials and telling our waiter to give us a second to decide on food, he dashed off before we could order drinks. He didn't return for quite a while, and there was no way to wave to anyone as the atmosphere seemed pretty hectic. After ordering, two of my friends' appetizers arrived before our drinks. A few minutes later, the drinks arrived...and a few minutes after that, my appetizer came. Odd. We all were served our entrees at the same time, at least. When it was time for dessert, our orders came wrong (and when we pointed it out got a "humph" rather than apology). All-in-all...we understand it's Restaurant Week and you're trying to get tables in and out...but we felt entirely too rushed and that the whole meal-timing was uncoordinated.
(3)Natalia O.
We were there for brunch on my birthday, and had a nice enough meal all around. Service was a bit slow, and food wasn't excellent, but OK enough. Portions are huge, so come hungry!
(3)Jeff B.
Try their grilled cheese sandwich...it was very good and was unique.
(5)Michelle P.
Great location. I'm sure the food is good, but since there was a rock in my soup, I really could't eat any more after finding that. Waited too long, service otherwise good.
(3)Laura A.
If I don't have another option I could order again the lobster, corn and potato hash served with two eggs and béarnaise sauce, even knowing that lobster could be easily omitted, in fact is almost like that, and its mostly a grain corn party with 2 poached eggs on the top which I'd point out are very good cooked. I wonder if the excuse for the lobster absence is the successful $16 lobster deal at Essex on Wednesdays.. Anyways, I'd order an omelette but not the one with 3 three cheese (munster, swiss and cheddar) since those doesn't match very well for me, it doesn't looks very attractive and is too heavy; heavy and big. Very big. The side pomme frites with ketchup are ok.. and flaccid. The classic fish soup is something not remarkable as well. Fish was abundant tho, but the soup is a little greasy and flavor wise wasn't very tasty. The Japanese side at Rue 57 is also questionable under my view. The fish was fresh but if I order sashimi is because I'm pretty happy with raw food, needless to be served swimming in soy sauce, kind of salty also, that kill all the flavor. So, no more yellowtail sashimi with jalapeño, even I liked the presentation, and no more sashimi Hotate (sea scallop) orders, that came as Sushi and it was just ok... well a $5 micro-ok. I'll definitely order any dessert. Maybe I'd skip the "real food". Me and others, since the size is enough to share. The warm apricot-cherry (there was cherry? ) cobbler with cherry ice cream was delicious and enough for 3. I was told the warm chocolate valrhona cake with white chocolate ice cream is awesome. I'd skip the coffee to help me with the dessert or wake me up. At least looks like I can easily get a table. Crazy Crowded, however, I don't know how, we wait just 2 min before to be seated without any reservation. And more things to remember, Don't get brunch downstairs. Its good for dinner, tho. And be ready to deal with the 5th Avenue-hyperexcited tourist... hey, nothing against them. I was one once (or twice) but you know what I mean. Be care also of the speedy waiters running around with huge trays. And the portable air conditioner machine that could be close to your table in the floor level. I had my coat on for a while. If I don't have another option... ...which being in NY just wondering why I'm not gonna have others for brunch
(3)Elizabeth L.
Had to pick a brunch place that was nearby and convenient for my party, so we settled on Rue 57 and I kept my mouth shut -- I am very, very wary of places that serve hamburgers and sushi. Maybe I should have said something. My omelette was the most bland thing I had ever tasted. I didn't even taste egg, literally. That's pretty bad. Friends didn't complain about their dishes, so again, I kept my mouth shut. The view was nice, the service was decent, and the company was exceptional, so two stars.
(2)Scott C.
Good service, good food.
(5)Garen A.
The food and drinks are good. the atmosphere is good. I like Rue 57, it just isn't a head turner anymore. I have been here many times, and have always enjoyed it, however there are so many like it that sometimes a smaller version of the big manhattan restaurant is preferable. I have to say that the last time we were there Masha, our waitress was great. Would have preferred to give 3.5 stars.
(4)Daniel K.
Solid food and consistent service.
(3)Liz F.
Met a friend from CA here for lunch today and, meh... Not great, not bad either. Just meh. Of course, today was a beautiful day in NYC and we were lucky to score a table next to the window/doors which were closed. After being seated, drinks served and a hovering waitress, the hostess came over and decided they needed to open said doors. We had to move the chairs, table and ourselves in the middle of a packed restaurant - awkward!!! Really? It couldn't have waited for the table to turn? Waitress was very good but when I go to what I assume (shame on me!) is a French restaurant, I expect the menu to reflect that. Not here. The menu was all over the place from sushi to omelettes and everything in between. To me, that usually means nothing is great and since we can't figure out what we want to be we'll be everything to everyone and not excel at anything... My butter lettuce salad with grilled chicken was okay, pommes frites were kind of soggy and my friend's tuna salad were all adequate - best part of my meal was a decent cup of coffee to finish the meal. I really didn't get why there was such a crowd waiting to get in when we left. 2 1/2 stars is real rating from me...
(3)Alex G.
Great brunch place a block from central park. The salmon omelette is my favorite. The Blood Mary is awesome. As fresh as can get. Has a nice combination of spices. The restaurant is big and has a downstairs if the main floor is packed so I have never waited more than 15 minutes to be seated. I have been here 5 times. I have taken different friends visiting me for the weekend 3 times and all 3 times they loved it. The service is exceptional and the food comes out quickly. My favorite brunch place in NYC.
(5)Sam F.
Came here on a late weekday night with the GF. The vibe is ok, kind of like a "wanna be" brasserie, I didn't get the full brasserie feel. It has a big open feel which I'm usually not a fan of. I ordered the steak frites medium rare. It came out perfectly cooked with delicious French fries. I enjoyed the steak and fries. The service was great our waitress was very nice. I enjoyed this dinner as much as one could enjoy a late dinner on a Monday night. Good restaurant, nothing to write home about, but if you are in the area and need a consistent spot, Rue would be a good choice.
(3)Coty S.
I had an excellent experience here, but I can completely understand how things could go wrong quickly. Since I was here with good people and was able to sample different items, it was great. They get so crowded and the seating arrangements can get a bit awkward to say the least. I went to dinner here with people from work and one of my co-workers had to get up every five minutes to let someone walk around her. I felt really bad for her, but the place was so crowded that we could not move. Why do all of these American style restaurants try to serve sushi? It is just wrong and I do not recommend it, plus it is more overpriced than the real thing from a Japanese restaurant. I really liked the cooked seafood dishes, and the steak was not much to write home about. The mashed potatoes were excellent, but you can get those almost anywhere. Average price of an entrée is about $30.00. Most drinks are $12.50. Places like this have too many selections from all over the place, so they cannot just specialize in one thing. That just makes the quality suffer on most of the items. My favorites that were cooked perfectly- were any of the seafood items (miso sea bass specifically or the scallops on special). Avoid the Sake-tini, it was gross.
(3)Charles W.
This place is just okay. It is in a good location for midtown lunches. You can find much better french food in the city in this price range but I go here sometimes out of convenience especially if you want to do shopping on fifth ave
(3)X V.
Surprisingly, the sushi was quite good at this French "with sushi" restaurant. Service was good and ambiance was "alive". Accommodated our children nicely. Would definitely recommend.
(4)Jim C.
This was recommended by a bartender at the Plaza. We had a training waiter, so the service was so-so, he refilled my beer glass with water. (they should have 2 different glasses!) My daughter and I ordered the Kobe sliders, medium. Sent back once because they were rare at best, second time they were still not even medium rare. Fries were luke warm 1st time, 2nd time they were better. My wife had the scallops and they were good, a little dry-overdone? With all the choices in town, I'd say avoid this one.
(2)lawrence r.
Dropped in there last Sunday, without a reservation, for brunch, about 10:45 AM. Restaurant about 2/3 full. We were told to wait in bar, would be seated in 5 minutes. At that time I would say there were 15 tables vacant- clearly visible. we were a party of 3. Hostess came to bar and informed us we would be eating downstairs. We were take downstairs to a cavernous dining room, in which we were the only diners. Not only that, but we were taken to the farthest, darkest corner in that room, almost a cavelike corner. I asked the waitress if it were possible to place us even further from the front door or is this as far as we could possibly be taken. She replied that yes it was the farthest so I told her I was being sarcastic - she didn't get that i was displeased. After being seated I very loudly spoke to my friends that evidently we didn't look rich enough for the main floor, or that maybe we were being exiled because we were a group of three gay men ( all white collar professionals). Eventually the employee who had been responsible for our seating came down (not at my request) and addressed me informally by my first name and asked if I was unhappy. I said yes, extremely, that I wanted to be on the main floor. She said they had "lots of reservations". Yeah, right. We were given three stale, cold chocolate croissants - i guess as atonement? Who knows. When we left (breakfast for 3 with tip about $75, thank you very much), the main floor restaurant still had numerous empty tables. The worst kind of NY City restaurant snobbery and abuse of out of town visitors. Would never go back. Food not that good anyway and horrendously over priced.Avoid this place.
(2)Ramon O.
Found by chance since the first option for the night was closed. Attentive service, excellent onion soup, tasty Kir Royal, and proper portion of food. Appropriately decorated.
(4)Sonya T.
I was in town for a work trip and we had our big group dinner at Rue 57. I'd been curious about this spot for a while, as I've seen it the numerous times I have been to work, so I was pretty excited to come here. We had our own private room downstairs, so no need to mix in with the rest of the folks. First thing that caught my eye was the decor - our private room had round tables all over the place with a bar in the corner, it was a unique room so the table I picked was in the corner but didn't feel like we were on display to everyone. We had a pre-set menu which consisted of an excellent salad and what was probably some of the best crusted salmon I had in my life! I don't even remember dessert too much (I was a victim of the open bar, ha) but it was really really tasty, I do remember that. Really appreciated the service we had, lots of staff serving us and ensuring our wine glasses were filled (despite our close proximity to our private bar). The next time I am in New York, I want to come back to try the breakfast. I had coworkers raving about how good it was, so now my interest is piqued.
(5)Rick F.
Near the Hilton within walking distance! Friends recommended it! East Coast Oysters were excellent! Chicken Scallappini with Spinach and Potatoes w/a white wine lemon caper sauce umm, umm good! Washed it all down with a very crisp and refreshing French Sancerre Friends had the French Onion Soup and Sea Scallops Special of the day and loved it!
(4)Pascal D.
Great place for fun lunch with co-workers. Had the kobe burger with fries and the best chicken and noodle soup I ever had. Service was efficient and unceremonious. Also been there a few times after work for drinks, only remember the classy grown-up crowd.
(3)Robert F.
Have only eaten there twice. The atmosphere was good, the food average, the server....less than stellar. With all the choices in Midtown, there are many better places.
(3)Salena M.
came here for lunch - busy hustling place and a wide range of age groups. The place was fairly pretty during the holidays. I found it odd to see sushi for a place that I thought would be a French bistro. So, I pass on the sushi and went for the skirt steak which was delicious. However, the sides (boiled whole large and it's not those tiny red ones, potatoes) Also, it came with a scallion stalk. Talk about keeping those vegetables intact! I was disappointed with the non-adventorous side veggies but the skirt steak came through. My co-workers enjoyed the steak au poivre. In summary, beef so far at this place you can't go wrong. However, prices seem overpriced for what you get.
(3)Thea M.
Truffle Pomme Frites are heavenly! So so yummy that just thinking about them makes my mouth water. Mediterranean salad with grilled chicken was also delicious---not too much dressing and the chicken was moist. Finished lunch with lemon sorbet that was light and refreshing. Only negative is that it's very noisy and cramped, but it's midtown NYC and we were there in the middle of the lunch rush. Huge plus if you can score an outdoor table when the weather is nice!
(4)Stella Y.
This is our go to spot when the wait at Norma's is too long (which is practically every time you wanna eat there). Nonetheless Rue is an awesome brasserie with an eclectic menu. It's always been a reliable brunch spot for me on the weekends - energetic and bustling but the service isn't compromised. They have something called The Hangover and it consists of all your breakfast favorites. The reuben here is exceptional and the fries that come with are to die for! Salads are hearty and fresh. I'd stay away from the banana pancakes though - they're a little lame! Especially if you're craving the kind of decadent stuff they have at Norma's. At Rue, banana pancakes are plain and simple pancakes with a few slices of bananas on top. Not really innovative. My fave dish would have to be the lobster, corn and potato hash. Yum!
(4)Mike S.
i went there tuesday with my two friends, we had a great experience. The sushi was amazing. Its a great place to go during the winter season. try the warm mushroom salad.
(5)Betty Ming L.
Oh, this place was so lovely, so civilized. Perfect for a ladies' pre-theater Sunday brunch. The idea of a French-Japanese menu worked for us. We went early (noon) which was an excellent strategy because this place fills up very fast and gets very noisy. My friend adored her eggs. I had an elegant "Yellowfin Tuna Tartar" appetizer ($14.75). But what made we really happy was the dessert special -- a warm, sweet, cozy bread pudding. Great service sealed the deal. Definitely will have to go back someday.
(4)Wendee M.
We were out searching for dessert after a sumptuous dinner. Yes, I can eat! I shouldn't have mentioned bread pudding because that's probably the hardest thing to find in this part of town. But he was determined. After a few mishaps, our search was over! They serve individual teapots for each person, it was cute but I spilled half of it on the floor because the person that designed the spouts did a horrible job. Anywho, this place had a full dessert menu and wines (but never would've thought you can get sushi here). We ordered bread pudding (duh, of course) and the 10 layer chocolate cake. Both were okay. I think it might be because I had the best bread pudding someplace else so that would always be my standard. The chocolate cake was a lot heavier and thicker than we'd thought it to be. The 2 of us only had about 1/3 of that. The bread pudding was easier to digest, we ate most of it. Well, at least we found what we were looking for.
(3)Jon G.
A business friend and I managed to slip out for a quick drink on a busy work day and found Rue 57. We didnt have time to grab a bite, just a beer. They had an ok selection, but their prices are quite steep. With so many other places of equal ambiance around, I dont see what the attraction is, or why anyone would pay that much. It is a nice place though, I just cant justify going back.
(3)Betsy S.
One of the best meals I've ever had! The scallops and truffle mashed potatoes were heavenly. The service was prompt and friendly, although we did have to wait about 15 minutes before being seated, even with a reservation. Atmosphere was pleasant, noise level not too bad.
(5)Caesar R.
Have been going here for a long time and never reviewed. Standard French Bistro fare at typical NY prices (albeit a little pricey). But I will say, the food is good and you need a table fast, they have plenty even when it is really busy. This is a great spot to take family or out of towners after roaming around the city all day. The service is friendly and there is someone always within ear shot to help out. Have tried lots of things on the menu and even the sushi is pretty decent. I like the typical French bistro/brasserie type of food. Steak and fries, how bad can it be (Don't answer that). They have mussels, steak tar tare, etc. And pretty good fries. Last night I had some scallop dish that was on special. 5 of the largest perfectly cooked scallops I have ever seen. It came with an heirloom tomato salad and some woodear mushrooms. All in all, it was pretty good. Definitely a good spot if you are near central park (The southern end) and want to try something a little nicer than a chain or some random grab and go spot.
(3)Punita B.
I've come here for brunch pretty often, and most of the things I have tried have been great. It is slightly pricey, but sort of expected for midtown brunch. I have been able to get seats without reservations on various occasions. It is a big restaurant - two floors. The upstairs is loud and downstairs is more quiet and rustic. Some of my favorite dishes for brunch include the blueberry pancakes, the strawberry french toast, and the eggs florentine with spinach and mushrooms. I do not eat meat, and still have had no trouble getting a good meal here. The fries are also really tasty here! The service here has always been good for me. They are attentive and helpful (I really appreciate when the staff answers your questions about the different choices on the menu).
(4)Amanda S.
We discovered this place by accident - when this is the opening statement to your story, usually it ends with "and we are so glad we did!". Not. After we caught a show, we stepped into Rue 57 for a late night bite .. without taking a look at the menu .. or Yelp reviews (EKK!). There was really nothing on the menu that caught our eyes. We settled for the dumplings, sliders, and lamb burger sliders. Nothing really stood out. Just your typical run-of-the-mill type deal. It was also frustrating that such a unappealing menu was so pricey. Drinks were not bad - but all things I have had before. Dessert was a different story - GET THE CREME BRULEE ! It did not disappoint ! The waitstaff was incredibly friendly, even at the 11:30pm hour. Everything came out quick and exactly how we ordered it. However, unless for the dessert, I don't foresee my return in the near future.
(3)Franco C.
French / Asian / American style restaurant. I have to admit, I've been past here a zillion times and never went in. This time I am glad I did. Great bar area and knowledgeable bartenders - a little brusque but competent overall. Some nice locals who happily made room for us to imbibe. Food was very good- I only worked on sushi rolls so you will have to settle for a review of that only at this time - but I intend to hit the place for dinner for sure. The spicy tuna was amazing! We tried another roll - the Yokohama. It disappointed a little in that it contained jalapenos but we could not taste that at all- we just felt that it should have a little more kick - but it was fine otherwise. Prices were average for the midtown location.
(4)Lyndsey T.
Came here for brunch yesterday with a group of six people. They didn't seat us until everyone in our party was present, which was annoying but understandable for such a busy establishment. We were seated downstairs, and we enjoyed the stone walls and quiet atmosphere (it's a bit hectic upstairs, though it seems like the place to see and be seen and the decor is nice). It was too cold down there though, to the point that several of us needed to wear our jackets at the table, which should have been a signal to the waitstaff to turn up the thermostat. No one did. On to the food - which took close to half an hour to arrive after we ordered. I'm usually a stickler about getting breakfast food for brunch, but I couldn't resist ordering Rue 57's indulgent grilled cheese with prosciutto and fig jam. It was just that - indulgent! I enjoyed it, but was only able to finish half of it despite being starving. It came with a small cup of frites, which were good but not "the best in the city" like others have claimed. Others had our table enjoyed the three-cheese omelette, "Hangover Special," and blueberry pancakes. For the price though, I've definitely had better brunch in both NYC and DC. The biggest fiasco of our Rue 57 experience involved the bill. We put about $50 in cash and instructed the waiter to split the remainder of the tab between four cards. Instead, he took the cash as a tip and split the whole bill between the cards. He remedied the situation when he explained his error, but the entire process took way too long and was unnecessary to begin with. They also double-charged my boyfriend's credit card, but have hopefully removed the duplicate charge or will do so soon. Will I be back? Probably not - there's way too many other great brunch places in NYC! For the price, the food wasn't good enough to make up for serious shortcomings in service and atmosphere.
(3)Jamel O.
The crowd was straight off the golf course. It was a nice crowd, but I smelled something...what was it...hmm...was it food...no...um....ah yes...it was the stank ass attitude of the waiter. Though pleasant when the people next to me complained that their drink orders were messed up, he came over and said, I hear you guys are extremely low maintenance...hehehe..ok buddy... So the place is somewhat pricey...the food was pretty decent, but really, I didnt think the food was worth the money. In the place's favor, I really don't have any particular critique. It was crowded but it is on 57th Street and I ate on a weekday. Crowds are good. So if you want to have lunch in a nice place with an upscale looking crowd and have a C list actor serve you up a mighty good time, I have a place for Rue! Note: The 57 has nothing to do with Ketchup...too bad..this place needs some spice or flavor...
(3)dice-K S.
Came here for brunch with a friend who was visiting from out of the city. AND Only came cuz it was quite close to where she stayed. learned my lesson of not choosing to a place by location, esp. when it come to food. My 2 eggs, sausage and toast was decent. But then again it's hard to go super wrong with the standard brunch menu. I would consider trying dinner, if the menu looked more appealing. Looks like the vibe was catering to the tourist crowd, as did the bill. disappointed.
(2)Scott L.
First let me start by saying "yummy". Now let's get down to it. I had the meatloaf and it's to die for. I'm serious here. Wife had the Tuna Salad and it was fresh and tasty. Damn good chow!
(4)Kelvin F.
I came to Rue 57 for a birthday dinner group of 12. Although we had made reservations far in advanced, our group still waited 30 minutes to be seated. This wouldn't be such a big deal normally, but once we were seated we were greeted by the most horrible waitress. She was inattentive, condescending, and really pushy. Is it really so tough to find out what species of vaguely labeled "East Coast Oysters" are being served? Although the service was a blemish on the experience, the food itself wasn't bad. I had a grilled sirloin burger topped with onions and Roquefort which was vaguely reminiscent of the burger that won The Spotted Pig a Michelin star. The skirt steak, sushi rolls, and other dishes were fairly standard and unremarkable. The truffle oil fries however were delicious! I would highly recommend them if you end up giving this place a try. Honestly, I would probably give Rue 57 another shot if it weren't for its prohibitively high price to value ratio. For upwards of $30+ per entrée, I'd be much more satisfied dining in Aquavit's bistro or having sushi at Morimoto's.
(3)Steph C.
The concierge at the Warwick Hotel recommended this spot around the corner for dinner with my brother. The place stands out on the corner of 57th and Avenue of the Americas with a cute little yellow awning with Rue 57 painted on in red. The vibe is a little upscale but relaxed, with something of a trendy bistro feel. We got comfy seating in a cozy little corner and were helped by a very friendly and rather attractive waiter. Food was very good, attentively cooked and flavorful, but not particularly memorable. I ordered the miso glazed Chilean sea bass on the recommendation of the waiter. It was delicious, but I feel like I've seen miso glazed white fish at so many restaurants that while I always love it, I'm rarely impressed by it. My brother had spaghetti with grilled shrimp which was also quite nice. I ordered a side of grilled asparagus. Quality asparagus, but probably not worth the $10. Prices were on the high side, but for the most part, they were matched by the quality of Rue's food and atmosphere. I don't know that this place is special enough to warrant another visit when I don't live in New York, but it was worth checking out, and if I lived in the area, I would almost certainly go again.
(4)judy c.
ok - I really like this place and have eaten there several times. Yes, we all had delicious meals, however, I was extremely disappointed that there were no great pretzel rolls to enjoy with my omelet. I was told by our waitress that they only carry them in the summer. Since when is bread seasonal?? Bring back the rolls, or I'll only be dining at Rue 57 during "pretzel season".
(4)EC S.
Good food. Good service. Busy on Friday but not long wait. Would definitely go again.
(4)Carlo X.
Service is slooooooooooooooow. Best thing I had here was a beer. Tourist trap food.
(1)Ferit K.
I usually go to Rue 57 with clients for lunch, simple menu, delicious and good atmosphere.. Staff is professional, and in the summer it is like eating outside.. I always have the same thing, mini Kobe burgers, I do recommend them. Last weekend we stopped by, my wife ordered the same, the entrée menu for midday was very short, luckily they had the mini burgers - the bill was $45 with tax for 2 burgers with cheese + 2 diet pepsis.. My wife said that they were supposed to tell us it is Pepsi (we ordered diet coke) but i was ok. It was funny to see messages in 3 languages in the receipt telling that we are supposed to tip... Those European tourists :) .. i keep the receipts but i do not know how to attach them..
(4)Tracy M.
This places never disappoints. Great food, great cocktails and mediocre service. Although the food usually takes awhile to come out, it's worth the wait. The sushi rolls are excellent and some of my favorite starters are the tuna tartare, crispy rice, and popcorn shrimp. As for entrees, the chicken milanese, roast chicken and the burgers are my fav. My coworker's a big fan of the grilled cheese... which is drenched with cheese. Fav desserts include the chocolate valharona and the bread pudding.
(5)Stella D.
If I could give this place a zero stars I would. I called the special events phone number to discuss having a brunch or dinner party for my wedding weekend and the lady working there was incredibly rude. I asked her to give me a price quote for both brunch and a dinner party and the lady said "I can't sit here all day and talk to you." You would think in this economy she would do anything to get my business. She had the worst attitude and the worst part is she's in NYC where there are a million different restaurants for me to chose from. Nice going rue 57 with your staff. Incredibly rude
(1)Shelly A.
I'm going to judge this place as a "midtown restaurant"...midtown restaurants are inherently crappy so my 4 stars basically say "hey, I got a pretty good meal and I wasn't ripped off!" So we used Rue 57 as a backup brunch spot when some other places had too long of a wait, and it was pretty good! I was skeptical because it's owned by the TAO people, and TAO sucks so so so so so much. We ordered the french toast, the cobb salad (a huge winner), blueberry pancakes, oatmeal, the hangover breakfast, and truffle fries! The only thing that wasn't great was the "omelette aux fine herbs" it looked like it aux sucked! Also tasted very ordinary, like something you'd get for $8 at a diner, so that was a huge disappointment. The french toast and the truffle fries were exceptionally delicious. Otherwise it was your standard midtown experience - cramped, loud, and somewhat standard issue. But like I said it was a step up from the normal places. The service was actually surprisingly good - we took our time, lingered, chatted, etc. and they did not seem to mind at all. Pretty nice for a Sunday afternoon. Also the pricing wasn't bad, I got out of there fore $20 a person which is pretty reasonable, but if we started downing bloody marys the bill would have shot up fast!
(4)Nina V.
Enjoyed a very tasty steak au poivre at Rue 57, prepared rare as ordered, with a side of steamed veggies. Their selection of house reds by the glass was good-- i enjoyed a Bordeaux (from Bordeaux.) Wait staff was quick and obliging, remained patient and good-spirited while working with our large party consisting of young, newly commissioned Army officers and their families. I would definitely return with a large group (and order the steak au poivre!!) I give Rue 3.5 stars, really. Not 4 because it isn't quite to that level of 'outstanding', though don't get me wrong-- good food, good service, good prices found here.
(3)Michael H.
I think I ate there too many times; the food is good, but I had a really bad experience with the staff once...
(3)Sam A.
Definitely a great restaurant. Decided to dabble with both the Japanese and French cuisine. The crispy fried rice or french onion soup are a good choice for an app and the Kobe Beef Sliders were phenomenal.
(4)Wendy P.
Nice selection of food and wine. I had chicken Milanese good but definitely not the best. Yummy dessert sort of like a chocolate lava cake. My friend had red snapper she said was ok. Very loud with the doors/windows open and the heavy traffic of cars driving by. Couldn't hold a conversation.
(3)Jordan D.
Came here for a family type dinner and had a fantastic meal. Our party beat the post work, dinner rush and were seated immediately. Didn't get a chance to walk around much, but the place seems huge and a half hour in to our stay, the place was packed, but it never got overly noisy or hectic. I tried more or less everyone's food at my table and everything was outstanding. We started off with the crispy rice with tuna, French onion soup and steak tartar. All of it was mouthwatering. I had the crispy rice with tuna and honestly I wish it came in an entree cause it was one of the best dishes I've had so far in 2011. For my entree I had the kobe sliders and although they could of been slightly hotter, they were delicious. Everyone else at my table got one of the steak frites and all there steaks were tender, cooked perfectly and tasty. For dessert we split the creme brulee, which some of the best creme brulee I've ever had at a restaurant. My gf's brother got the oreo beignets , which was to die for. It's crushed oreas fried in this delicous batter and covered in chocolate. Honestly, if you have a sweet tooth and want a little dessert, you HAVE to try it. It's served with some vanilla ice cream too...ughhhh haha I could of had two plates of them . Although this place is a bit pricey, it's completely worth it. Our server was helpful and prompt. The ambiance here is great. A definite must stop if you want a delcious and hearty dinner in midtown.
(5)Alyssa T.
Delicious but oh so noisy (and on a Tuesday!). Tasty dry Rieslings by the glass. We split a caesar salad two ways - plentiful portions even when divided. Nice fresh lettuce but not the greatest caesar dressing I've ever had. I had the seared ahi tuna on rice and bok choy with an orange glaze. Very interesting and tasty flavor combinations. Not too sweet yet still very orange (in a good way). Also, a fantastic mix of temperatures - rice was hot and fish was cold in the center. A great experience in the mouth. My friend had the pasta primavera. Quite good - nice light sauce. I wasn't blown away but it was a decent dish. I really wanted dessert but my friend didn't and I didn't think I could eat a whole one alone. Boo. But it was a great dinner anyway. Really, really noisy, though.
(4)Courtney M.
Weekend brunch here is totally packed! At 11AM, wait was around 30 min for a table. Luckily, I had made reservations beforehand. My party of 4 was seated fairly promptly and our server was super attentive. As for the food, it was standard brunch faire, but with very generous portions. Here's a mini breakdown of what my table ordered: The Hangover Breakfast was GINORMOUS. And it absolutely delivered! The pancakes were so perfectly buttery and fluffy. The bacon was so crisp and yummy. Eggs Florentine - Also pretty huge...but it's probably all the spinach in there. The spinach was a bit too buttery for me. The Eggs Benedict were so-so. The hollandaise sauce was a bit watery. This seemed to be the smallest. Lobster, Corn Hash - This was the least presentable, but it still tasted great. The food was kind of just served plain in a bowl, no garnish like the other dishes.The lobster's chopped into bite-sized bits that go great with the corn and hash. It was delicious.
(3)Gene P.
The gf and I cam here for a late dinner after Carnegie Hall. The atmosphere is good, the food is pricey but good, the service is AWFUL. Its a nice, dimly-lit Fench place, although Daft Punk was playing while we were there. The food is great, but expect to pay at least $20 a plate. The waiter was an asshole. It might be that our meager $70 tab was not enough for him to bother with us, but I still deserve to be treated with some amount of respect. I had the Pasta Primavera which was pretty good. GF had a caesar salad and tuna tartar which she said was delicious.
(2)Mikael J.
Great food and Quick service. Excellent athmosphere.
(4)The Fuzzies S.
PROS: -The best service I've ever had from Steven C. He gave us great recommendations and welcomed us out of towners in such a genuine way; very prompt and courteous. Steven also took a picture of us and rearranged the table to enhance the picture. -We had the Chef Special Sushi, Beef Tomato Salad, Lamb sliders and mashed potatoes - absolutely delicious! -Great atmosphere, great music CONS: None
(5)Rachel C.
love the food here. everything i've tried is good but i would go just for the Cripsy Rice appetizer alone.... delicious!
(4)Steffany H.
We had a few hours to kill in NYC before heading back to DC and I was in need of brunch to get me back to the living (AKA I had wayyyy to much to drink the night before). The front desk gal at our hotel recommended Rue 57 since it was close. The wait was a bit long (noon on a Sunday, to be expected right?). They told us 20 minutes and we ended up waiting about 45, but it was worth it. I had the hangover breakfast (appropriately titled, eh?) which came with eggs, pancakes, toast, sausage, fries and bacon - definitely enough food. There were many other options that also looks great....
(3)Amy W.
My best brunch experience so far! The waiting time was just like 5 min, the service was super good, our waiter was so caring and funny, the food were very yummy and the dishes all looked gorgeous, great presentation and wonderful taste at the same time! We had chicken noodle soup, smoked salmon sushi, oatmeal with raisins and brioche french roast with strawberries & vanilla marscarpone, love them all!!!
(5)Sunayna R.
I've been to Rue 57 twice now, and have had differing experiences. The first time probably deserved a three star review, while the second time merits 2 stars, so I've averaged my experiences in a very complicated mathematical computation ((2+4)/2). Rue 57 is loud and boisterous with a pretty good vibe. It's not at all stuffy and attracts a mix of patrons - business people, tourists and casual diners were all visible both times I went. The food is good, not great, although the concept is a little off putting at times - a French bistro that serves sushi and Cuban sandwiches? I don't know about all that. But its tasty, it's not CRAZY expensive and it can be fun. The service was good the first time I went. The food came out a bit slow but nothing really to complain about, unless I was being super whiny. The second time though, the service was pretty bad. Our waiter forgot to bring my iced tea until after our entrees were served and then brought my friend the wrong entree and dessert. And it was the same waiter both times - go figure. Also, another server dropped a glass next to my foot, which is not that big a deal. What isn't great is that he didn't clean up the glass until 10 minutes later and when he did, it was apparent that he had left a bunch of glass shards behind. Not too great.
(3)Joey C.
I was walking around Carnegie Hall the other day trying to buy some tickets for the Christmas concert, and after I saw that the box office was close, I became very sad and decided to cheer myself up with some nice food....or so I thought..... I stopped by Rue 57 for a Rue 57 Sirloin Burger with fries, and a glass of Cote du Rhone.....The ambiance was beautiful...Very decorative set to the Holiday spirit; very quaint and cozy....the waiter was extra nice and accommodating.... Here's what I didn't like...The burger came, and it was NOTHING out of the ordinary...It had little flavor, and the burger bun wasn't even something as simple as a brioche bun...It was a regular no frills hamburger bun, just thrown on top of it. The fries were cooked nicely, but not the best I have had. The whole food experience was very bleh!, and I have honestly had better burgers at places like Five Guys and L'Ybane..... .....and all this for $27...Ummmm....no..... The ambiance is SUPERB....the food, is NOT!!!! Disappointing...Oh yeah...for a place like this, and in the location that it's in, a better song selection over the speakers should have been chosen..... fin
(1)Stephen B.
Loved this place. Great place to take your date for an anniversary celebration! Food was delicious and full of flavor with a lovely environment!
(5)Miriam B.
I give this place 3 stars for food. But zero stars for service. We were never greeted by our server. Had to ask someone to wait on us( even though they weren't busy). Had to ask for a menu, to order for drink refills , for the check. Not once did our waiter cone over and see how our meal was. He was some pony tailed guy with a gross nose ring and a bug attitude. We were treated so poorly we chose to have only an appetizer here and walked down the street to the Russian tea room for dinner. What a let down. Yrs ago this was another French restaurant I really enjoyed and the service was amazing. I'm sad to see this new incarnation of french/ fusion restaurant is not as enjoyable. Onto the food. We had the Japonais sushi platter. For 29.00 we got 3 pieces of sushi and two oysters. The sushi was mediocre but the oysters were devine.
(3)Marina B.
Food is nice!but is too little space between tables! my friend didnt like it a lot.. i was ok with this place!pretty nice!
(4)Steve P.
Found this place by chance and they had a restrooms. The place was really crowded but we found a place at the bar. Tried the duck and beef carpaccio with a house red. The duck was tender with a nice crispy skin and the carpaccio was excellent, very tender. This place had a great menu with very reasonable prices. I would definitely recommend.
(4)John N.
Service was fast, efficient and friendly. The food was very bland, especially the French cuisine. Chicken was especially bland, without any seasoning before it was thrown on the grill. Five Guys Burgers and Fries was just around the corner, and I wish we went there instead. That would have been much tastier and cheaper.
(2)MB V.
Extremely disappointed! My sister and I came here for dinner on a Thursday night and this place was packed. I ordered the onion soup and I have to say it was really good. Beside the house bread that they served you and the onion soup, it was just about the only thing on the menu that was excellent. The service was crappy. Our waiter rushed us and not once did he ever came by and asked how was our dinner, etc. We ordered the yellowtail sashimi and the crunchy roll lobster. Both were not good at all. The sashimi looked like ham and it didn't taste fresh at all. The texture did not melt in your mouth like many other real Japanese restaurants. The crunchy roll was not crunchy. Its super small and not worth $19 for 6 small cut pieces. we also ordered the filet mignon and it was just too salty and the meat didn't have the aged factor so it didn't tasted tender. We left this place extremely dissatisfied and the food was not even so-so like many other yelpers had mentioned. The food was very bad and we went in there with an open mind that it could be different because it's French and Japanese fushion. This place does not cut it for us. Save your money as this place is quite expensive and it's not worth it. Dinner for 2 was $103. What a ripe off!!!
(1)Rednikki G.
I didn't want to like this place because it has only one entree for vegetarians...the dreaded Pasta Primavera (it's called something else here, but that's what it is). I liked this place. Great pasta, amazing creme brulee. My other half loved the chicken. There appear to be some disconnects between the kitchen and waitstaff, however. I told the waitstaff I was allergic to corn and could not have it in anything. I received a salad that was PILED with corn. Fortunately, the wait staff was kind enough to take it back and remedy the problem.
(4)Bruce F.
I think Rue 57 sometimes gets an undeserved bad rap from people not knowing what to expect from a "brasserie Parisienne et sushi bar" in mid-town. Yes, it's always crowded and lively (read: loud), but there is something very appealing about Rue 57. I can understand how you'd be disappointed if you were looking for a charming, intimate, quite time, but that's just not Rue 57. The food is solid and the wait staff is efficient. Their blue cheese burger and pomme frites are among the best anywhere. Have not tried their sushi so will withhold further comment.
(4)Kevin K.
Good food for a tourist trap. Haven't attempted the Sushi half, because that scares me at a restaurant like this, but the French part of the menu is pretty solid, if pricy. Still, for this area of town it's better than some of the alternatives. Bread Pudding is a standout.
(3)Rod B.
The service and food are okay. The burger is a bit odd they give a lot of onions but no lettuce or tomato. The duck is way overpriced I never had it because of the price so I don' t know how it tastes and never will. Watch out for collisions with the staff if you try to use the bathroom it is downstairs and they use the same staircase to go up and down. They go up and down quickly. They are good at keeping your water glass full but they took the bread away when our food arrived even though we asked to keep it.
(3)Janet S.
Our server had zero personality and that sadly set the stage for us to be under-impressed. The food was good, but nothing special. For the price, there are way too many awesome eateries in NY to go to a mediocre place like this. And we were crammed in tight, practically sitting with the folks at the tables next to us. They had to pull the tables out from the wall for people to get out.
(2)Veronique L.
Rue 57 is simply a tourist trap. It's at one of the biggest intersections in New York, so it has a prime location. The decor looks very French and inviting, but the food is mediocre and the service was horrible. I tried the kobe beef mini burgers per most other people's suggestions. They were smaller than expected and extremely juicy. What really annoyed me was the wait staff. Our waiter was on auto pilot and paid no attention to our table. I felt like he wanted to rush us out of the restaurant was quickly as possible when he did come to our table. Drinks came after the meal. Water was not refilled. For the prices, serviced sucked.
(2)Liz L.
This restaurant has location going for it, I'll say that. Fifty-seventh on both sides of 5th Avenue is fun and offers excellent shopping and dining, and Rue 57 is right there on the corner of 57th and 6th Ave. I also like the decor inside just fine, and the outside seating looks really appealing. Service is ok, I'd rather see my server more often than I did there but I've really got nothing to complain about in terms of service. I do have a few things to complain about, however: the noise level and the quality of food for the price. The level of noise prevented me from enjoying dinner conversation. And at $34, I shouldn't have to work so hard to cut my steak (although it did come hot and with a delicious butter). I think the food is overpriced, even for midtown (and even for what my father calls "a tourist trap").It could be that I was just there on an off- night, but hey, a single experience can easily keep a customer from returning. I'm not going back there to check it out again.
(2)Alexandra M.
It is expensive... but I thought it was worth it. Very New York-esque. We split a wonderful meatloaf and well-prepaired sushi, and left full and happy. Edgy, romantic, fun. This place gets an A from us.
(4)Patrick P.
Thoroughly unimpressed by a brunch that was equal parts bland, unimpressive, and poorly cooked. I would NOT recommend this restaurant. I chose this spot for brunch because a friend of mine works there, and I've been meaning to check it out. Since the [generic] menu is SO over priced, I decided to use the opportunity of having my family visiting to be my first trip to Rue 57, seeing as I knew they would pick up the check. Don't let my term of the word "generic" throw you. I'm a big fan of the generic French brunch. See "Parc" in Philadelphia for a superb place that does this right. However, the brunch at Rue 57, a "brasserie parisienne", reminded me more of a Denny's, just much more expensive and without so much as toast, or orange juice, or coffee, or even water. At the suggestion of my friend who works there, we made a reservation for Sunday brunch at 11:00am for three people, since, according to her, they get extremely busy. My family arrived a few minutes before me, and they refused to seat them since I wasn't there. When I arrived 3 minutes later, they seated us. After waiting a good while for our server to arrive with our water glasses still sitting upside down and empty the entire time, he finally approached our lowly three top with a sigh of relief. Since it had taken so long, we were already prepared to order. First thing we all asked for was coffee, followed by our food orders. I ordered the "grilled skirt steak with two eggs, any style, with frizzled onions" at $27.50. My family members ordered the lobster, corn, and potato hash with bearnaise sauce, at $19.75, and brasserie benedict, with toasted croissants, jambon de bayonne, poached eggs, and bearnaise sauce, at $15.95. It should be noted that the latter 2 entrees were served with bearnaise sauce, while mine, confusingly, was not. Why is this? Every other french bistro where I've ordered steak and eggs has come with bearnaise sauce. After our server forgot our coffee (he came back and said "sorry, it's coming right up"), we were served our sparse and bland entrees. There was no toast served with any entree. No bread for the table. Nil. None. It did not seem to exist in this restaurant. My steak, which I ordered MEDIUM RARE, was served to me MEDIUM WELL. I would have definitely sent it back, but they were so busy that I didn't dare. On the gigantic plate which my meal was served was a small steak, two small scrambled eggs, a few onion strings, and one lowly spring of some green. On the other two entrees plates there was a similar excess of empty plate space. Perhaps some bearnaise sauce would help take up some of the room on my plate? I would expect that at these prices, one could at least expect toast, or coffee/juice, or a side of potatoes to be included. But alas, there was none of that. Just our lowly entrees, our small cups of coffee (which we paid extra for), and our water glasses. Overall, a very lackluster brunch that initially seemed so promising. Very much a letdown, in terms of the meager food and less than desirable service. I would NOT recommend this place for brunch, at all. You could go to Denny's and get more food and better service at this price.
(1)Courtney P.
Everything I had at Rue 57 was delicious, but the pairing of French and Japanese food--while not as uncommon as one might think-- is still bizarre. Their starter bread basket was very yummy, especially the doughy pretzel rolls. The salmon I had as an entree was delicious and the Chicken Milanese was prepared very well. The sushi we had to start was good, but it definitely tasted as though sushi was not their specialty. The service was fair, but the atmosphere is great. Rue is dimly lit and the seating is comfortable. The open air layout is great for larger parties.
(4)Amy Y.
DISCLAIMER: This review is not about food..... Wallet thieves frequent the bar, and management will not cooperate with police (in fact, they're downright a-holes) in terms of providing surveillance video or other information. Hang on to your stuff, because this restaurant will do nothing to help if you are the victim of a theft while on their turf.
(1)Vanessa N.
Fantastic place. Food was suburb, service excellent, ambiance Devine. A definite must in that side of Manhattan.
(4)Dolliah M.
The boy and I ducked in here before seeing the awesome Mike Birbiglia at Carnegie Hall nearby. Let me break it down. SERVICE - Prompt, genuinely helpful, friendly but not over the top AMBIANCE - Rustic, traditional, warm FOOD - Pasta Primavera (veggies were nice, too bland) Boston Lettuce Salad (with pears and parmesan) & the truffle pommes frites (side order) - together these small plates were satisfying. Salad was a bit over-dressed for my taste but my fault for not asking for dressing on the side. Oreo Beignets, basically DEEP FRIED OREOS... The coating on these was way too soft and chewy no crispness to it at all. I'd come back if in the area but wouldn't go out of my way to return.
(3)Doug B.
I visited NYC over the weekend and a good friend of mine took us here, said it was one of the better restaurants on this side of town - he was totally right! The menu was full of amazing choices, and the interior had a grand charm about it. The food... wow - everything we ate was really good - The soups were great, and I had a very good steak here. Not an inexpensive place to eat, but if you're not on a budget, I would definitely recommend this place. Drinks here were mixed well, and I do like a good Manhattan! If you're over on the West Side...Come here and try it for yourself, you won't be disappointed.
(5)James P.
A wonderful place to eat after a stroll in Central Park. Gatsby era decor with a beautiful modern bar. Affordable, delicious and wonderful service.
(4)Laura S.
Love the truffle pomme frites:) Apple crepe is all right. Five star for pomme frites but 3 for apple crepes. That average out to a four. Great ambiance tho.
(4)Ari H.
In midtown the options for a nice brunch are either crazy expensive or Ess-a-bagel. Fortunately, Rue fills this void. Otherwise you'd have to head down to Soho or the meat packing. I know a lot of people find the service to be rude and pretentious, but I'm just going to chalk that up to them being tourists. It is NYC after all. I have eaten here several times and don't find the wait staff to be anything our of the norm for the city. The size of the place makes it feel like it's a tourist trap, but I personally find that they manage to keep the bistro vibe well in tact. And as for the food, while it is certainly nothing to sing about, neither is Pastis or Balthazar IMO. So, if you are in the hood and can't get in to some of the other brunch legends down the street, or simply don't feel like paying over 50 bucks a person for breakfast, then Rue 57 is your place.
(3)Polly P.
The place was not bad. But the food... I didn't like it at all. As to me, paninis at Corner Bakery or Panera Bread are much tastier, than at pretentious Rue 57! The waiter smiled so tense... I thought, he didn't like us, but than I saw, that he smiles that way to everyone. Hmmmm... not so friendly. But I like the atmosphere and the location, of course, is great! So I will give 3 stars anyway.
(3)Karin G.
Good if you are nearby and really desperate for something remotely French that doesn't require a reservation. Otherwise, touristy and overpriced. Nice room downstairs for a large party.
(2)Jay Infamous L.
So for almost 6 years of passing this place while going and coming from work I finally ate here last week and it was definitely worth the wait... Came here with a very special someone and had a fantastic and fun time. (Although I barely remember the last few mins of when I was here cause I was already kind of intoxicated...lol). But I DO remember that I had the beef spare ribs appetizer, some pea pods and I think some kind of bread...lol. Also had a margarita which added to my intoxication...lol. All as good though. Don't remember too much what my special someone had but she enjoyed what she ate so I am guessing it was good...lol. What I like the most about the place is that the host and waiters are very, very courteous and being that it was kind of late and how crowded it was that night I really appreciated it. We were sat in a corner area near a window and had plenty of maneuver room so it made the experience even better. The ambiance is upscale but friendly...even others that were eating enjoying there night out offered to take pics of me and my special someone so that made the night even better. Only drawback is that Rue is on the pricey side but that is expected for an upscale restaurant right around some very expensive shopping areas so can't really complain too much about that but its good to splurge every now and then. Definitely coming here again...enjoyed my experience fully!
(4)Dennis A.
Ahh, how we have all been deceived. Best French fries in ny? Not by a long shot. Best kobe beef? No my friends. Good, not great. Even the bread they initially put out on the table for their patrons was literally burnt and chewy enough to pass for a puppy's teething toy. Perhaps this establishment was once french -now? Mehh, not so much. Overpriced & not really deserving much, if any distinction amongst new york's fine dining establishments. If the check is going to be that expensive, the quality of food should be far greater than that of McDonald's -just a general rule of mine
(3)Gabby F.
I stopped by for a late meal with friends. I was expecting a nice french restaurant with the menu and ambiance to go with the french theme. Boy was I wrong.! Half the menu is Japanese which I found to be bizarre and the restaurant had alternative rock music playing (which I found annoying) The restaurant was so dark that the little votive candle on the table did not really help me read the menu. The waiter was wonderful but his recommendations did not pan out. We ordered the Beef Carpaccio and Osaka Roll (waiter's suggestion) I prefer my sushi cold but this roll was downright warm. It was not bad but definitely not worth the $19.00. I ordered the Steak Au Poivre with pommes frites ( I did walk in to what I thought should be a french restaurant after all) Diners beware: the sauce on this steak will kill you...At the very least you will choke on a unnecessarily large peppercorns at least once. In fact the sauce was so spicy and the allegedly grinded peppercorns so large that it ruins what would be a wonderful steak. The steak itself was a great piece of meat cooked perfectly. Unfortunately between my tongue being on fire and just plain choking on a peppercorn gone awry I did not enjoy the actual meat. My friend who ordered the same steak and is known to eat whole chilies for sport thought the sauce had too much heat. To say the least we passed on desert and just wanted to leave so I could drink a gallon of water in the comfort and privacy of my own home.
(2)Victor A.
I love Rue57. Its a bit pricey..but regardless the food is good. Rue57 to me is a backup place. For when I can't think of anything else, but I don't want to end up eating something i'll regret. I always get the skirt steak. Its a typical French restaurant. Nothing that specifically stands out, but way better than going to apple bees. Oh yeah the the creme brulee is good here.
(3)Nicole C.
I hadn't been here in a looooong time, and this place honestly never disappoints. I had tried their sushi rolls in the past and they are all pretty delicious, the wasabi mashed potato side dish is also worth ordering. I had the goat cheese lamb sliders = everything I want in life. Lamb + Goat Cheese. LOVE the combo. LOVE lamb, LOVE goat cheese. LOVE LOVE LOVE them together. The sauce thing that came on the side was pretty good though not super flavorful but honestly wasn't really needed since the goat cheese itself did the trick. This dish also comes with hummus and pita chips which were okay, the hummus was a little too dry, needed some more olive oil. But overall, YUM! The lobster hash was good, I liked the big chunks of lobster and the potatoes, and roasted corn though there was something missing, and I think I would have preferred maybe the potatoes diced into smaller pieces, or maybe as a mashed potato? Or maybe as a hash brown kind of ordeal? Not sure, good, but there was something missing. This is a great place for a group meal, there are so many options, you can please any kind of palate, even someone who is not a very adventurous eater. Love it!
(4)Mary H.
I'll come into the city sometimes, just to dine here! I loooooooooooooooooove this place so much!! I came here on a freezing cold wintry mix day to get out of the bad weather! Sometimes outside sales can be so tough... This place took my by surprised and knocked me right off of my feet! I got a salad, because o look at me, I'm in the mood for salad.! bla bla bla, my friend got the skirt steak! My salad was very tasty! But I took a bite of my friends steak and my life changed! I got my salad wrapped and ordered myself the SKIRT STEAK!!! OMG THIS STEAK IS A PIECE OF HEAVEN ON A PLATE!!! The steak is tender, juicy, bursting with flavor, sizzling, and just amazing! Topped with a caramelized onion that looks like ah i don't want this, until you eat it, and its like the equivalent of eating an artichoke heart. Your going to fall in love with this dish! I've come here many times, and when I bring someone new, they never listen, they get what they want, and they are always happy with their choice but end up jealous of my steak after a taste test. I've tasted many different dishes here and this restaurant is incredible!!. The menu is so full of delicious choices back to back, but my favorite will always be the skirt steak!!! Check this place out, The city's only brasserie-sushi bar! I promise you, this restaurant will not let you down!! especially after you have tried the wasabi mashed potatoes and the stuffed tomato!
(5)Barbara W.
We were staying in NYC on Christmas Eve. Rue 57 was on the corner. With a reservation we still had to wait 15 minutes to be seated because the restaurant was packed. The menu is varied, including French specialties and Asian such as sushi and sashimi.. We shared edamame. My husband ordered sashimi and saki. I ordered sole and asparagus. Everything was perfectly prepared and presented. The wait service was good. The restaurant was noisy and crowded, but the mood was celebratory on Christmas eve.
(4)Diana R.
I went here with a group of friends for Sunday brunch and it was perfect. They let us make a reservation ahead of time (so convenient!!) and our table was ready and waiting when we arrived. The server was very attentive and friendly and the food was great! They gave us almond and chocolate croissants for the table that were delicious. I had a special - Belgian waffle with fresh strawberry compote, basil and maple butter. My friends ordered the three cheese omelet and eggs benedict and loved both. I will definitely be back!
(5)Baby S.
We went to Rue 57 today for the restaurant week lunch and I was pleasantly surprised. The place was full, so we waited for the table, but were seated within 10 minutes of the arrival. The menu looked promising. I ordered lobster bisque soup, turkey sandwich and cheese cake, my friend had tuna with rice appetizer which is like tuna sushi, chopped chicken salad and ganache cake. The service was very friendly. The portions were large, which was another nice surprise, usually, most of the place give you very skimpy portion if it's "lunch special" Eating next to us was an older gentleman in a wheelchair with his aide. The crew moved the table for them, and were very patient when first he asked a zillion questions about the menu, then proceeded to leave because he did not like anything, yet to come back to the same table and start ordering! They treated him very gently, and I watched very closely to see some hint of frustration on the staff faces and they were just very professional about it.
(4)Michael M.
The variety and quality of the food served here is simply stunning. A friend brought me here for what he described as a French inspired brunch, and I left with a new born love for food. I ordered the Herb Omelet which was hands down, the best that I've ever had. The tastes were perfectly mixed, so it didn't merely taste just like Rosemary chopped into the eggs. The multi-grain toast served with jam was also utterly amazing. And the potatoes, in addition, were also something to write home about. Being the last of the brunch crowd, I was able to see some of there more prominent dishes and themes. **To my astonishment, a plate of exquisitely prepared sushi was served to a table next to me. The Breakfast alone was top tier, and I can't wait for my next opportunity to visit for lunch or diner.
(5)Lori A.
We walked down from the midtown apartment we rented while in Manhattan. We were seated outside right away, which was great because it was a little noisy inside! We ordered a great and affordable bottle of wine and a few appetizers to share (The sommelier was very helpful to find a value bottle). We then ordered two entrees to share as well. They split the entrees for us which was very nice - and for no extra charge. Great outing and lots of good food!
(4)Mark C.
Been here a couple of times. Good food, good service, a bit pricey. Great location. Place hops so dont expect nice and quiet atmosphere. Would go again.
(3)Bart H.
Be careful. Good location, decor, atmosphere, and service; their proprietary Manhattan (cocktail) is a little sweeter than I like, but still was original, and good. BUT -- be careful. This place has clear traces of being a classic old-style, 1960's or 1970's-type, Manhattan tourist trap. They list 3 types of "Steak Frites", so I ordered the one with strip steak -- and, incomprehensibly, they brought it out with no frites! I asked the waiter, "where's the frites"?, and he looked a little embarrassed and said, "well, they don't come with the strip steak." And I pointed out to him -- not wishing to brag here, just telling what actually happened -- that I've eaten and enjoyed steak frites all over the world, and this was the first time anyone has ever served it to me without the frites! And it is clearly described on the menu as "steak frites'! I said to him, rather sarcastically I admit, "well, why not just bring out some frites, and skip the (more expensive) steak part, if that's how you're going to do it?" Anyway -- the server had the decency to be embarrassed at this obvious and stupid attempt to gouge the customers, and quickly brought out an order of fries (not frites -- they appear not to have any French-style frites there at all), and did not try to charge us for it. But still, incidents like this tend to damage, if not altogether spoil, the experience. In addition, when I was ordering, he and I had a conversation about how difficult it is to manage the degree of doneness of a strip steak and how often I've ordered mine, say, medium rare, and had it served at least medium, if not worse; he'd assured me that their kitchen was very attentive to such things and the steak would come out absolutely as ordered -- so I ordered medium rare and, naturally, was served a well-done -- and not particularly flavorful -- piece of meat! So as I say -- many things about the place are nice, but unfortunately the eating experience is not one of them -- or at least, it wasn't for us. I used to go to Manhattan a lot back in the sixties and seventies and the place was full -- especially in the more traveled parts of midtown -- of tourist traps that would fleece all the unsuspecting visitors from who-knows-where -- and this ownership seems to be left over from that time. I think it's probably not unrelated that it's not far from Carnegie Hall. So buyer beware. Next time I'm in Manhattan I won't be eating my steak frites at Rue 57, that's for sure!
(1)kathy l.
It was late and we were hungry. We find this place open, we are seated and given menus, and 5 minutes later the waiter comes over to tell us the kitchen is closing in 2 minutes so we need to order NOW. I had the Chicken Milanese with Yukon gold potatoes, arugula and roma tomatoes. Surprisingly the salad has no dressing, cherry tomatoes, three overcooked dead potato slices. Chicken was very tasty, but $24.95 is excessive for a well-seasoned chicken with nothing edible along with it. One member of party ordered a Blue Moon beer, as he walked by waiter said didn't carry, carried something similar but out of it and then disappeared without asking for any other order. I flagged down later for water and mentioned what he did and he said well we didn't have it! Gratuity added in in spite of receipt which stated that it wasn't . Asked mgr over, he started mumbling about how receipt message about gratuity is only there for people who are from out of the country. Then he didn't come back to handle check and we had to track him down. So, overpriced and rude.
(1)Moe F.
One unsupecting summer afternoon me and my girl friend stroll through central park and into the home of the best steak in the world, at least best skirt steak i ever had. This is not chris ruth's, or lugar's, but i enjoyed it more, ordered the skirt steak medium rare w/ the boiled potatoes and scallions(wish they had, creamed spinach) and from that moment on i was in love!! my girl had the kobe beef slider's which were pretty decent and i enjoyed the fries as well and we had seats on the side walk of good ol' filthy manhattan on a prefect summer day. Try it out and you will thank me later.
(4)shaun c.
DO NOT EAT HERE. "Stacy" - The GM of the restaurant was rude and isn't interested in repeat business. She wants tourist dollars in and out as quickly as possible. I will never go back to this establishment because of her rudeness, disregard for customer comments or common sense. I requested a fast table because I needed to eat quickly and get back to work. I requested coffee, a water and club soda. This was after waiting 7 minutes without any service at all. The drinks were delivered promptly. The inexperienced and young server accidentally spilled some cream on my jacket. No big deal as it was tan and she must have apologized 12 times. Endearing really. I made my order for food. Omelette, with spinach, mushrooms, bacon and sausage. I requested no sides. As in I said "whatever it comes with, I don't want any". It was delivered 20 minutes later with french fries (pomme frittes), I gave them away to the table next to me. The omelette was perfectly yellow, dense and lifeless. Excellent evidence that their eggs are from a ladle, not the shell. It didn't have any sausage, was lacking much spinach and had very little bacon. I've had better omelets at cheap diners. I ate quickly and received the bill. Two coffee refills in the 25 minutes that I sat there. The server also asked if I'd like another club soda, I said yes. They charged me for a second drink. Fine. My own fault for not checking. The bill came. $45. I was charged for two omelets. They should really FIRE this Stacy woman.
(1)David S.
Should have known better than to eat in midtown but it was near the hotel and my coworker was about to eat his arm. So Rue 57 it was. Definitely a tourist place, it is large, noisy and everyone is visiting. The menu is not particularly extensive and is definitely French-themed, I had the steak au poivre frites and my coworker had the boeuf bourguignon. We got a side of spinach for variety, The first warning was the bread, which was not particularly fresh and served with what I think was supposed to be aioli. Except it was the trainee chef version of aioili: runny, separated, oily and tasteless. The steak was ok - not quality, not Denny's but the pepper sauce was runny, salty and bland. The fries were nothing special. The boeuf bourguignon was apparently rich and tasty while being very oily. The side of spinach was supposedly sauteed, but felt lukewarm and soggy, and was bland. We didn't bother with appetizers, desert or wine. So yes it is food, it isn't atrociously expensive, but there's so much better out there!
(2)Stacy L.
Good food, but incredibly expensive. I get it's Midtown Manhattan, but even given that $19-$21 for the salads we ordered seemed a little extreme. We were hungry, though. Service was very good...our server was attentive and friendly, and didn't seem at all impatient that we were just one of two tables he had. It didn't seem like he wanted us to hurry up so he could take a break - we'd arrived about 2, so it was a bit slow. All in all, a good three-star experience. I'd like to go back, but probably when I'm less desperate to eat. :)
(3)Susie T.
We went here for an event hosted by our local University Alumni club. It was a free happy hour, so we really couldn't say no. We were in a separate room located downstairs. They had pretty much every little "appetizer" your could think of, including mini ham and cheese panini's, mini hot dogs, chicken skewers, sushi, mini kobe burgers, veggie dumplings, etc. I can't speak for the actual restaurant, but in terms of hosting a private happy hour, I was satisfied. I would give it 3.5 stars.
(4)Kerri L.
Went there for lunch, the food was ok, but more expensive than it's worth.
(3)Arnav G.
If you're looking for a nice looking eatery for a late brunch it won't kill you. Terrible service and lacklustre food will definitely try. Came here with a friend and was later joined by a third. Sampled appetisers and items across their menu, from seafood to sushi to the beef tomato salad. The tomato salad bored - the flavours in the beef were insufficient to counter the strength of the bleu yet not interesting enough to meaningfully complement. Mussels were okay and the same with the sushi (though expectations weren't high for this). Crème brulee was okay. Waiter was a talented idiot. Had to come back because he forgot my order, gave the wrong dish to the wrong person (only 2 of us had ordered), failed to clear plates on time (we had to place them on the chair), forgot to serve new cutlery with dessert, forgot to even serve our third friend who came later, and tried to buy us off with a compliment on my friend's watch. Seems to be frequented by people who assume good ambiance makes for good food and are genuinely clueless about the latter.
(2)Gabriel H.
Great restaurant. Love the French-Japanese fusion. Great Yellowfin Tuna Tartar. Love the oysters. Both Seared Rare Yellowfin Tuna and Miso Glazed Chilean Sea Bass are great entrees.
(5)danielle m.
Great variety, great service. Dining room is a little small/tight, making it loud sometimes. But overall, def worth it. Sushi (at least the apps) is good, burgers are delicious, salads are piled-high & tasty. Perfect spot for lunch or dinner.
(4)Yulissa A.
Eating at Rue 57 feels like Paris to me. It is an authentic Brasserie here in NYC with phenominal food and service. I ordered the chicken scallopini which was to die for. Crisp and perfectly cooked brussel sprouts, delicious spinach, mash potatoes, and tender chicken on top. The price was reasonable, all this food for around $22 a plate. They have a great menu and even sushi (which I have not tried yet!) I will most definately be coming back !
(5)Anya A.
A lot of RUSSIANs!!!!!::)))
(4)Kevin E.
I was treated to dinner at Rue 57 by my girlfriend. (her choice) It is a very nice and uniquely decorated restaurant, but somewhat tight quarters. Althugh I would have to assume that most places in NYC are that way as I have only been to Manhattan 2x. We had gotten happy hour appetizers at another establishment a few hours prior, so I was a bit full to order most of the entrees, so I opted for the Crunchy Lobster Roll. 8 pieces!! It was plenty large enough for a meal and was delicious. My gf got the Miso glazed Chilean Sea bass and it just danced across my tongue. AMAZING. What really was extraordinary was the service. Steven C. was our server and it was obvious he was/ia a pro. I have served for many years and have been to a few restaurants in my day. He was without a doubt the best server I have had the pleasure of encountering. It was overall a wonderful experience and I would recommend it to anyone.
(4)Marc R.
We were looking for a place for brunch today (today being a Sunday) and we came across Rue. It was packed, but we were told it would take just a few minutes to be seated. She didn't lie, within 10 minutes we were seated downstairs. We didn't even know there was a downstairs. Upstairs seemed packed with a lot of locals which to me was a good sign. It was also a nice looking place. Once we got downstairs, it was as if we were in another restaurant. It was VERY quiet, very nice to look at. It was a nice surprise. The menu had a good number of options. We were being waited on by two younger people. A girl and guy. The guy took our drink order right away and brought it to us fairly quickly. That's where the service started going downhill. The girl was pretty much clueless, standing there looking bored and not taking our order. The guy finally came over and took our order. We noticed that the people next to us got their meal super fast after they ordered. We were not so lucky. I ordered the Hungover Breakfast, it was just what I was looking for (no, I was not hungover). The food arrived hardly warm at all. It was good, but it was nothing special, standard breakfast food. My wife had the eggs Florentine and she thought it was really good (but hardly warm also). The food not being warm enough made me think it was sitting and waiting to be brought to our table, especially since I saw others being served quicker. Overall, I think I would go back because the decor was nice and chill and just had a nice vibe to it. Sit downstairs if you want it more quiet and romantic. Maybe we just got stuck with two of the slower servers...I will give the restaurant the benefit of the doubt.
(3)Amanda E.
A friend and I had brunch here this past Saturday. The food was ok - I had a grown-up grilled cheese, which was a little heavy and oily, fries were good though. My friend asked the waitress for a recommendation, and she seemed to not know the menu well and told us she was unable to suggest anything. He ended up going with the Lobster Hash and eggs, which had very little Lobster. Also everything on the menu was bit pricey and I found it strange that the brunch menu didn't come with a complimentary beverage.
(3)Valerie W.
Spur of the moment brunch visit on a BEAUTIFUL Sunday afternoon when it looked like the entire city was out on the town!! I never thought we'd get a table, much less upstairs and for a party of five without a reservation... But we got it, great location, within the 20-30 minutes promised. Wonderful atmosphere, and as busy as they were, we never felt rushed... We're cheap/frugal, but wanted to sample as many as the great offerings as possible (this poor native NYer exiled to Ohio just can't help eating everything that isn't nailed down whenever back home in "civilization!!"). Our table ordered a hamburger (with all the annoying Atkins restrictions, which the waiter cheerfully and carefully noted...), a decadent-looking omlette that I didn't get the name of, a turkey sandwich w/ chicken noodle soup, and a Medterranean salad. I wanted to try the surprise offering of Sushi as well, but... next time!! Everything was wonderful, and wonderfully presented as well. As busy as they were, our water glasses were never even close to empty, we were checked on every now and then without being annoyed/annoying, and left without feeling rushed even though the line waiting to get in was just as big, if not bigger than when we arrived... Not an every day place, not even for locals, I'd imagine, but reasonable for a special occasion/birthday/just because you feel like it kind of day...
(4)Reese C.
After a fun holiday skating session at Central Park, my friends and I skipped on over to Rue 57 for some pomme frittes, creme brulee and champagne cocktails! It was decorated with lots of pretty Christmas trees and sparkle lights! It was 11pm on a week night and totally hoppin* The Waitress was very busy, so that is why she probably didn't crack a smile all night, no worries, it's the holiday season in NYC, she is forgiven! :)
(4)A L.
Had the Sushi speciality rolls, try the chef roles. Great ambiance, with full bar, good service
(4)Lisa K.
Rue 57, take down your Christmas decorations! It was weird to be eating next to a giant Christmas tree on Jan. 10. That said, brunch here was deeeeelish. We made 2pm reservations and were seated with no problem, unlike the line of walk-ins. I think our waiter was annoyed we didn't order more, or more expensive dishes, but he can deal. I had the $16 cuban sandwich on brioche, which came with a side of fried plantains. It was especially tasty when dipped in the garlic mayo that came on the side. My date's french fries were also delicious when dipped in it. Not that I was stealing his food or anything. Cute Attorney had a three cheese omelet, which oddly came with a side of fries. But I wasn't complaining, since Cute Attorney is already familiar with my french fry addiction and put them in the middle of the table to share. He said the omelet was awesome and ate all of it, so I think he liked it. We were in and out in about an hour. I'd recommend this place if you ever find yourself needing a quick and tasty brunch in midtown.
(4)Cristina B.
I used to like this place a lot. Great go-to place when I didn't feel like walking much and just wanted a good bloody mary and descent food, until last time. Last time I went one of my friends found a piece of glass in her salad and my other friend found a hair. Worst part is we told the waitress and she didn't even deduct the plate from our check. I don't think I will be coming back.
(3)Karen B.
Rue 57 does not disappoint. The service is incredible. The only meal I have not eaten at Rue 57 is dinner - breakfast, lunch and drinks are all first rate.
(4)Tone S.
I didn't eat much when I went to this place but I can tell you the following: -carpaccio was good -fries were amazing -spinach looked dull -mussels looked good The place looks good but I bet it's great for brunch/lunch and cocktails. It seems to be one of those standard restaurants that has a good environment for chatting and catching up. Especially if it's summer and you sit your fabulous self outside.
(3)Clifford R.
This review is written based only on visits to the bar, however I have had some really good dishes off the bar menu. I wouldn't normally think of the bar at Rue 57 as a place I would go very often, but I find myself here a few times a year, usually very randomly and impromptu. If I'm in midtown for something else (shopping on 5th ave, dinner, show) and I want a drink or a quick bite, Rue 57 delivers. It's the only place I know of where I can be drinking some nice scotch, and order up a side of french fries one minute, and some sushi the next. A bit random, but Rue 57 takes traditional french cuisine, and throws in Asian flair, including a full sushi bar. If going with a slightly larger group, see if you can grab one of the small bar tables at the long couch, a bit more pleasant if you plan to stay for a bit. I'm not normally into flavored martinis, but the espresso martini is great. Suggest passing on the sangria. Service is usually pretty good, and I like the atmosphere. It's lively enough that you don't feel self conscious to have a good laugh, but calm enough you can actually hear what's going on around you.
(4)Adam M.
Pass for breakfast - it was tasteless. The omelette I had was simply egg whites, and they could not put any healthy protein in it per my request. Disappointing at the high price point.
(2)Michael G.
Pricey and small portioned but the place is beautiful inside, they open the walls to expose the outside and it's usually just two people at a table having small talk or catching up on things, as me and my friend were, so its nice a quiet and you can enjoy some great food. Even for NY, the prices seemed a bit much for a Saturday morning breakfast, but we had a great memorable meal none the less. I'd go 3.5 stars if I could.
(3)Erin O.
So strange to me to combine french and japanese but I'll roll with it. I didn't find anything too remarkable about this restaurant. I had the potato crusted salmon with mushrooms and green onions. It was good as I'm not usually a salmon fan but find myself ordering it when I think i need some health. This may have not worked out since it had crispy potatoes on top. My cosmopolitan was delicious and the service was of course very good! Would I return? Maybe If I'm in the hood, which I seldom am.
(3)Tina C.
It was very weird to mix East with West cuisine. French cuisine fused with Asian which is quite nasty. Two separate types of cuisine which each have their own uniquiness that should NEVER be combined. As an Asian personally, it's very offensive to mix cuisines. The wait staff is not attentive as service is slow. It's extremely over-priced for suishi as my ex-father-in law can make good quality sushi at home.
(1)Jonathan S.
Not worth the price... Coming out of Central Park with some buddies, we were starving and in need of a place for dinner stat. Heres the break down: Hostess - Unfortunately they were not very nice, kind of made you feel like they had better things to be doing than taking your name to be seated Waiter - Perfectly nice, but really got to me how they kept trying to up-sell you on the wine's and push more dishes to your party. Food - nothing special, quality was fine but uninventive Value - Everything seemed to be about 30% overpriced Ambiance - The interior was well appointed and comfortable Probably not going back
(2)Michael H.
Too many better places around. Too touristy too. Just too much $$ for average food. Great location. And great setting. It just doesn't wow me.
(3)Alex B.
The service us very good for a packed place and the omelette's are very juicy moist and tasteful. There freshly squeezed OJ is absolutely your breakfast drink here. I would come here any day for breakfast.
(5)Natalie M.
After a couple Chocolatinis at the bar, I had the roast rack of lamb with a giant prawn, with a side of scallion mashed potatoes and a soy glaze, that was prepared medium rare....just the way I like it! Four stars for the food and loses a star for the priciness.
(3)Derek L.
Sat at the bar. Excellent bartender. Fantastic burger.
(4)Tom R.
The menu is extensive but my favorite, the Kobe sliders. I like the ambiance. Andrew at the bar is a gentlemen. The Location is premium and that premium shows in the bill. Nice to know a reliable midtown bistro.
(3)Ellen M.
Rue 57 let me down. I've passed by this restaurant many many times but I've never gone in. I finally took the opportunity tonight, and I must say, I'm kind of surprised this place rates at 3.5 stars. I don't get how this place is French/Asian fusion. Part of the menu is generic French American fare, while another portion is Asian influenced (mainly sushi or a fish dish with miso incorporated into it. Not much fusion going on here. I thought the items on the menu were over priced. And our waiter (who wait what???) we had like six inattentive waiters, and it took forever to get my water glass filled and three times as long as it should have to get the check. And the food - just as forgettable as our first, second, third, fourth, and fifth waiters.
(2)David M.
Not as good as it was 10 years ago, but still good!
(4)Karl D.
Had a very nice brunch here
(4)Liana L.
If I went to a psychoanalyst for my fusion-restaurant related issues and was encountered with a little game of "word association" it would go something like this: Psychoanalyst: "Fusion restaurant." Me: "Stupid. Awful. Pearl Harbor. Terrible. 9-11. Ridiculous. The sinking of the Titanic." -insert violent hallucinations and severe mental breakdown here- After years of shock therapy and one lobotomy later, I'd emerge, once again fit for human interaction, but riddled with scars that will never quite heal. But I digress... Now, this is a review for Rue 57. Yes, it's a fusion restaurant and... yes, it's GOOD. I have been here a few times with my man who has been a huge fan of the place for a while. He knows I'm very picky but promised that it'd be good. Of course, as usual, he didn't disappoint! At first, I criticized the idea of a French/Japanese restaurant like the cynic I am and relentlessly made fun of the sushi bar just hangin' out in such an extremely un-Japanesey setting. Then I had the food and suddenly I... I just didn't care that there was an out of place sushi bar just chillin' in my peripheral. I had the soup du jour which was some sort of delicious, creamy leek soup with fresh spring peas. It was rich but not heavy and, dare I say, refreshing. It was actually delicious and I wish I had the recipe because I would make it often. This is the one item I would actually rave about from here. Too bad it's not permanently on the menu! My second time here I actually decided to sample the sushi just to see how it is and I was pleasantly surprised.Very fresh and well prepared. Touche, Rue 57, touche. (But I still think it's stupid that you are a French/Japanese fusion restaurant.) The drinks from here are just delicious. I never order anything crazy, just the standard dirty martini and Tanqueray and Tonic. Yum! One suggestion, though: skip dessert. It's REALLY not worth it. Food/Drinks I have enjoyed from Rue 57: Appetizers: Beef Carpaccio Caesar Salad Sushi: Rainbow Roll Dragon Roll Shrimp Tempura Roll Entrees: Steak Frites Beef Bourguingnon Drinks: Dirty Martini Tanqueray and Tonic This is a nice place to go with groups because there is pretty much something for everyone (Perhaps the up-side of a fusion restaurant?). The atmosphere is fun and so is the staff! The waiters are all generally really light-hearted and funny which makes the experience that much more enjoyable. I know I'll be back!
(4)Nick B.
Twas expensive, but everything in Manhattan seems to be. Best food I think we had our whole trip though, I had roasted chicken and the Boyfriend had steak and fries. Tasty and a very very nice atmosphere. Recommend this place with high marks, only drawback was service was a bit slow.
(3)Milee S.
Really enjoyed my breakfast here. I got one of the egg specials, which included toast, juice and endless coffee. I had my eggs fried, which tasted great! Service was onpoint, and I never felt rushed. Great service and food!
(4)Ro N.
I usually wouldn't be caught dead around here but after doing the AIDS Walk, M, A and I were looking for a brunch spot. We went to Sarabeth's but that was a no go since an hour wait just wasn't going to happen. We ended up walking around to find another brunch spot and we came across Rue 57. A lot of tourists...eck but the wait was only 15 minutes and they advised for us to wait around the bar. It was only 5 minutes into the wait and we were seated promptly. We all were in between, so we ended up getting all three different dishes in order to try all the things we wanted. I got the Apple Crepes - YUMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMY Me loves crepes! The crepes were so light and cooked perfectly! I love the fact they aren't shiesty with their FRESH CUT STRAWBERRIES! Me loves Strawberries! French Toast - One of the best Brioche French Toast I ever had! Egg Florentine - Very hearty and delicious! The food was great but took away one star because atmosphere is way too touristy for me and the waiter lack a sense of humour. But hey I will still come back for the food!
(4)Lindsay C.
I haven't been here in such a long time, but when I was I had the miso glazed sea bass. It was so tasty, the BEST. The entrees, or heck the food in general is pricey, but the sea bass was worth every penny. They also have a nice wine list if you're into wine. Now if only I could find a place in CA that could replicate Rue 57 sea bass.
(4)Alina U.
Amazing place for a small company. Went there a week ago with few friend. Had an amazing and relaxing time. Drinks were good and good was delicious. We sat at the tables next to the bar. Service was quick and waitress was very polite. Had fantastic time there. Will definately come back there soon.
(5)Adrian K.
Really great serloin burgers! The food/drink was really great. The only downside... the service! The waiter was scatterbrained, to say the least. He would fill glasses with water and realize he only had enough water to fill it halfway, then he would take it away to get more water, but wouldn't come back with the glass! Some of the items were wrong and had to be sent back, some of the things were not cooked to how they were ordered, and some things were never brought out at all. Besides that, everything was delicious, it looked beautiful and it was a great time.
(4)Olena O.
Very good food, ok service, a bit pricey, but great overall. Pastries are amazing, eggs Benedict are scrumptious, the whole meal is fabulous. I think you get a whole "new York experience" by going to this place. Waiters are nice, even though service is a little slow.
(5)Hannah L.
One of those identity crisis restaurants - but Rue 57 is far more successful than those others. The food is quality and fresh, but why Frenchie-American-Sushi? Anyway I like the oysters, miso glazed chilean sea bass, and wasabi whipped potatoes. The only dish didn't please my taste so much was the veal entree... tooooo salty and overpowering seasonings.
(4)Dayna R.
Delicious food- i got the halibut which was tender and perfectly moist. the rock shrimp are awesome too! definitely worth a trip, especially for a romantic date!
(5)Marina G.
I used to really like Rue and go often since it's close to Bergdorfs but over the years they have gone done in quality and up in price and I can't justify it anymore. I will see I think the Cote d'Azur seafood soup is out of this world and the moules $12 are the best thing and best deal on the menu. They come in a white wine mustard sauce with crusty bread that gets soft with the broth. I get a side of fries...I really love theirs. Thick and crisp and well seasoned. The tarte tatin $8 is worth getting. I think everything else is skippable for the price. the service has always been good and it's large, somewhat roomy and consistently busy inside.
(3)Anna L.
Good food but do not attempt to go there on a weekend - they are sooo crowded! We went there on a Sunday; reserved our table via Opentable and still had to wait. Overall, we liked that they are french and asian fusion but service and price are a bit to be desired.
(3)Jack D.
Looked like a great spot for brunch, but don't judge a book by its cover. Maybe the waiter was hungover, or maybe he was just too lazy to ever be hired by anyone in New York, but after 40 minutes of waiting for our drinks (coffee and tap water), asking for them along with our order (I know eggs take a long time to make), we got up and left. And if you're reading this, Rue 57, yes, that was me that ordered and left. Muahahaha. You should be ashamed.
(1)Joanna N.
I come here for brunch often because I live right in the area. I never have trouble getting a table with or without a reservation. They serve great brunch but, I have never been thrilled with their lunch or dinner menu. I have come here several times for drinks with friends. I have left drunk everytime on their 'Rue-tini'. I usually don't like mixed drinks and I stick to wine but, this cocktail is amazing and worth the caloric splurge.
(4)Anita R.
Rue 57 is a good place to have breakfast, lunch or a really late night dinner. The staff are nice, but seems rushed half the times even when it's not that busy. The sushi are a little bit over-priced, especially for the quality, but their entrees, appetizers and desserts are pretty decent.
(4)Patrick S.
The is a fun and excellent place for lunch or dinner. We have eaten at the bar area and on the main floor. We have found the staff to be friendly, helpful, and professional. The main floor does get crowded at dinner, but the service continues to be excellent. The meals have always been very good and the drinks outstanding.
(4)Chris H.
I must admit, quite nice for a Spring evening if you can snag a table street-side. I've had a few dishes here and the food is nothing too outstanding, but enjoyable. They have some decent types of saki but I wish the serving sizes were better. I suggest trying the sushi; as I've never tried anything that didn't taste great. But like I said, perfect place for a warm night and a light breeze.
(3)Karen D.
Consistently good food and when the weather is nice, the outside seating is great! Always happy to go here!
(5)HungryDoberman P.
I usually come to this place whenever I go to New York which is at least 6 or 7 times per year. It isn't the fanciest restaurant in Manhattan but it's reasonably priced (for New York at least) and it's very close to the hotel I normally stay at. My girlfriend and I initially started going there for the crispy rice and spicy tuna appetizer (which incidentally is the best thing on the menu) and ended up coming to dinner here as a result. The first several times I came here I was very impressed with with the quality of their steaks and burgers. They had a gastro pub style blue cheese burger that was very good and an excellent steak. However the last several times my girlfriend and I have come here the quality of the food has started to go down. We made the mistake of ordering sushi from the sushi bar and it was absolutely terrible - the crispy rice with spicy tuna is still great but all the rest of the sushi on the menu we tried was absolutely terrible (no excuse for that). I ordered their burger the next time we came and they turned what was once a great burger into an overpriced P.O.S. They changed the bun from a high quality burger bun to a tiny potato roll that A) tastes like shit and B) is half the size of the burger patty. They also changed the meat from high quality ground chuck steak to some bland frozen ground beef. It was almost like someone in management at the restaurant sat around and thought up all the ways to ruin the perfect burger. The service here is also somewhat inconsistent. There is a guy named Chris who we ask for by name if he's available - he is totally great. Every time he's waited on us he's been attentive and friendly - we usually end up talking to him for like 10 minutes whenever we come in. On the other hand we had some young red headed waitress the last time we were here who honestly treated us like we were invisible. Overall we'll probably continue coming back to this place because the steaks are still good - but I'm somewhat disappointed because this place used to be much better.
(3)H T.
Came here for brunch on Saturday and wasn't that impressed with their menu. Opted for the three cheese omelette and thought it was pedestrian at best. The cocktails were pretty weak and the bellini was one of the worst I've ever had. Atmosphere is cute and we didn't have to wait for a table.
(2)Ty A.
Came to enjoy a nice brunch on a nice day. At first entering the establishment the ambiance gave off and old elegance feel. There was hardly a 5 minute wait time and though the menu wasn't so robust, the taste made up for it. Freshness and savory are what came to mind with every bite. Definitely would go back again, a tad pricey for brunch but no real arguments after considering the totality of the experience.
(4)avi d.
Surprising how positive how the reviews are but its fair and uninteresting brasserie food for the most part and then some unconvincing Japanese food Other than the general schizophrenia of, what is this place trying to be, Japanese, French, seafood, whatever; the menu is too long and somewhat bizarre. Its busy for lunch, and I'm not sure why, maybe tourists strolling from shopping/central park/Columbus circle? The food can be ok, depending on the order, but at the price and considering the shoddy service I'd be surprised if I returned
(2)Christian G.
My review speaks only to Brunch and Breakfast. My first experience at Rue 57 was for brunch. Oh baby was that enjoyable. It was the day after my graduation from law school and I had a nice appetite. The food was yummy I got some great eggs pancakes and some breakfast meats. The OJ was fantastic as were the mimosas. My girlfriend ordered this amazing sandwich which was a grilled cheese of some great complexity. It was buttery and perfect for a hangover which i dont think any of us had, but still worth it. A couple days later we returned for breakfast, not brunch. I was hoping for a brunch menu but alas it was breakfast. The portions were smaller and no where near as satisfying. The breakfast is why i gave this place 3 stars, based on Brunch menu it would get 4. Its in a nice area of the city and decorated to resemble a french bistro. Worth it in my honest opinion.
(3)Lorac L.
Great burger and fries, but pricey if you are just after burger and fries. The sushi been pretty fresh and so was the oyster. Great wine list as well, ranging from $40 (at the min.). Quite noisy and tables are very near one another, remember to make a reservation as this place gets packed
(4)Janice K.
A casual lunch with my coworkers on Friday! =D As you enter the restaurant, you are greeted by a host who will try to seat you as soon as possible. It looks up-scale fancy in some aspects, and the ambience of the restaurant is very business-y but casual at the same time. I ordered jumbo shrimp salad, and it was great! I thought it was a bit pricy for the salad, but there are plenty of shrimps and mix of different vegetables. I didn't know what to expect from a salad, but it definitely surprised me. Everything my coworkers and I ordered came out right, and everyone enjoyed his or her own dishes. The servers are friendly and helpful; not to mention, they are also attentive. Great service!
(4)Stacy L.
Our waiter was trying so hard to be helpful. Unfortunately, the recommendations of the peppercorn steak and $19 sushi roll turned out to be way to spicy and way to warm. Spicy steak and warm sushi made the meal tainted and we opted out of even looking at the dessert menu. The menu itself is a french and japanese blend. The bar was blasting 90s music, which was unexpected in a french bistro-type restaurant. Perhaps on a better night with better selections of food, this could be a nice dinner. I'd give it another try one day.
(2)Xtyne W.
I came here to meet one of my best friends who was in town for work and burning the midnight oil at her law firm nearby. It was already around 10:30pm as both of us had just left work and wanted a nice, relaxing place to catch up and have a delicious bite. I made reservations for Rue 57 on OT and was pleasantly surprised to walk in and see the comfortable, romantic and elegant decor with the feel of a cute romantic Paris brasserie.. The service was prompt, and the waitress even had a snooty, French aura about her but I didn't mind since she was quick to take our orders, bring our drinks and appetizers.. We shared the steak tartar, and pomme frites and I had the potato crusted salmon as my entree. She had the chicken milanese and both dishes were excellent.. I had a great evening with great company and I would certainly take a guest here for dinner again!
(4)David H.
Note to self: when planning a catch-up dinner with friends, let the one who grew up in Manhattan choose the restaurant. We met after work around 630 at Rue 57 on a warm weekday in early summer. There were five of us and sitting outside would've been pretty ideal, but the wait was long for a sidewalk table so we settled down by the open windows after grabbing a round at the bar. The restaurant felt expensive (it kinda is!)--the linens were clean and smooth and the staff was very professional. We shared a few appetizers and I ordered the spagheti with grilled shrimp and a glass of sauv blanc. All in all it was a great meal. None of us had any of the Japanese entrees. I'd recommend this place to others but won't personally be back here again for a while. For $50+ a person I have a long list of other places to try out in Manhattan.
(3)Cole M.
I think this place is great all around.. the waiters are always very friendly and quick with drinks... the food is always good and it makes for a great time!
(4)Ali D.
Rue 57 is always a conveniently located place for brunch when we are in town. The food is decent, but nothing spectacular. You aren't going to go home raving about anything, but you also won't have complaints. Prices are fair. Also, unlike so many spots for brunch, they take reservations, which is great when you don't want to waste your entire morning waiting for a table. That being said, I called to make a reservation and it was lost. They did seat us quickly though. Our food came quickly and was fine, but I found the service a bit cold this time and felt much more packed into the restaurant than on previous visits.
(3)Terrence J.
I'm so disappointed in a rue57 I ate there countless times mainly for their great duck Anyway I had a late breakfast and was mad as hell at the waiter .He was talking too much to the other patrons when I tried to get his attention .another thing the coffee wasn't fresh once I got the coffee it was cold within 5mins .i finally told the manager after 2nd cup but by then want anymore of their endless coffee lol my guess was a off day my food was good but last time for brunch .try their blueberry pancakes
(3)Michael B.
My Aunt recommended this place to my father. I thin she did it to help him spend his money on such a elegant place like this. I had the pommes frites which is basically just french for french fries but they were bespeckled with garlic and salt. So many great things to say about this place. Don't think, just go to this place, but only if you got the cash.
(4)S R.
Terrible service, food, and price. I love food and love dining. My hobby is going to nice restaurants and eating good food. I have no problem spending money on anything delicious. I regret coming here, and will NOT be back. Plus, the staff was sloppy.
(1)Marisa F.
Sadly, Rue 57 was a huge (and costly) disappointment. We were in the area last night, pre-theater, and looking for somewhere to grab a quick, but nice, bite. We passed this place and the boy said, "I've always wanted to try it out". Unfortunately I made the mistake of not checking Yelp reviews before agreeing. We each started with the french onion soup, which was good but nothing special. For my meal, I had the beet salad and an order of fries. The fries were great -- crispy, salted just right, and piping hot. Definitely the highlight of our meal. I have major qualms with the way the beet salad is described on the menu. "Bosch pears" = two thin slices of pear on top of the greens and "baked goat cheese" = three cold lumps of goat cheese with breadcrumbs. Not cool, Rue 57. He had the lamb sliders, which actually made him feel sick -- this is a man who rarely leaves a plate unfinished, let alone barely touched. One star for our friendly, attentive waiter who made sure we left with enough time to get to our 8 pm show. One star for the nice wine list and fries. But overall, his stomach and my wallet were hurting when we left, and we will certainly not be back.
(2)Katherine L.
I like it that it's spacious and fancy looking without being too trendy. I can have a decent conversation without shouting sitting at the bar with a nice glass of wine. The reisling is very good here, sweet and fresh. The bartender is not talkative but knows his stuff. I don't like to have a whole crowd gather around me when I'm sitting at the bar, and except for a few minutes, that didn't happen all evening. It's a decent choice in this neighborhood.
(3)Susan L.
We had Brunch here and it was amazing! The best Brioche french toast with strawberry and vanilla mascarpone! Cant wait to go back when we are in the city!
(5)Cliff F.
I always stop in to Rue 57 when I'm in the city, and each time has been a treat. sunday brunch is a favorite as its the only day when they serve an epic fruit and yogurt parfait. location is great (almost directly across from 9 West Bldg) but comes through in the prices. steak tartare is a treat.
(4)Mallory H.
I have been here twice, both times with out-of-towners. 1st time: March 08, my sister and I took my mother to brunch for her birthday. we are picky tea drinkers, and the teas we ordered were perfectly steeped, the mimosas were delish, and the food and service was fantastic. 2nd time: May 09, my sister and I went with my grandparents after mass at St. Patrick's. The. BEST. Bloody. Mary. I've. Ever. Had. Perfection. PERFECTION! I would come back to order one alone. yes, both times it was packed and touristy and loud, but both times I had a lovely visit and walked out satisfied.
(5)Melanie R.
Went here for breakfast and it was delicious! Herb and Tomato Omlette yum! Also there Rue 57 Tea was very good!
(4)Sarah C.
I met a few of the girls here for brunch and it was lovely. I had the eggs florentine and a cup of coffee. The eggs were standard brunch fair. Two of the girls had salads and my other friend had the apple crepes. She said they were yummy but that the sauce was a bit much. The prices were reasonable and the portions were generous. Not a bad place but not a place to rave about. If you can't get a Sunday table at Sarabeth's, this place will do but you could do better. We had to wait to be seated, it was sunday brunch and this is NYC so that was to be expected. The staff was really nice and despite how packed the waiting area was there seating was remarkable roomy. They don't jam you in like many New York brunch places tend to do on Sundays. (Attn all NYC snobs...this restaurant is in Midtown and WILL be packed with tourists from the midwest planning their trip to Serendipity. If you can't handle that go elsewhere.)
(3)Lindsay E.
Great light and lively atmosphere for a group or a casual date. We ordered Sushi as an appetizer, and it was surprisingly delicious. Out of the Rainbow Roll, Spicy Tuna, and Chefs roll, Chefs was definitely my favorite (tuna, salmon roll with kelp and chef's special sauce). We also ordered Rock Shrimp for the table which was also very good, but not stand-out. For my entree, I ordered the miso glazed sea bass which I enjoyed, but like the rock shrimp, was not extraordinary. We finished with a warm Ice Cream Sunday which was a great way to end the meal. Try: Chef's Roll, Fries, Miso Glazed Sea Bass Skip: Rainbow Roll *Check out all my NYC restaurant reviews at lindsayevens.posterous.c…
(4)Akira O.
The day after I wrote the first review I got the check for my dry cleaning from the restaruant... But still I cannot give this restaurant 3 stars...
(2)Caroline A.
I really enjoyed this restaurant. So much so that we came here for brunch twice... and if you know me, I don't really go to the same restaurant more than one time unless I really like it! We opted not to sit outdoors on the patio as there was a lot of traffic and "unsavory folks" out and about. The restaurant is cute - feels very much like a traditional brunch spot. Tables are a good distance apart, so you don't feel crowded. First brunch was right after a great 10 mile run in the park. I was FAMISHED. I had the egg white omelette with grilled tomato with a bowl of berries and he had the eggs benedict and apple crepes. Everything was excellent. The berries were super fresh and the crepes were perfectly cooked. We came back on Sunday morning because I really wanted to try the brioche french toast. It was SO worth it. BF thought it was too mushy, but I thought it was perfect!! The berries were fresh and the texture of the sweet cream was a perfect compliment. Fresh baked blueberry muffins were a little too sweet in my opinion, but still very good. I will definitely be back to try their afternoon menu - heard the mini kobe beef burgers are fab.
(4)Ou G.
Went there for a late Saturday afternoon lunch in December and of course the place was packed. Waited 30-40 minutes for a table, but once seated we enjoyed the standard brasserie fare.
(4)Michael F.
Very good braised short ribs and their signature Oreo bignet dessert is nice.
(4)Ray W.
Pretty decent place for pasta primavera, chicken, wine, sushi, and watching sports after work.
(3)Yelena V.
I got the country omelette there and it was average at best. It came with potatoes, bacon, cheese, and onions inside, but the eggs had a weird taste. There wasn't much of a selection for me. I think that it's very overpriced for the quality of food that you receive. I understand that it's Manhattan and I don't mind paying more for food, but I would hope that it's worth it. This wasn't/ However, the food did come out very quickly and we were also seated fast. The waiter didn't seem to be too happy to get another table in his section though and he wasn't that pleasant to us. I wouldn't go there again.
(2)sugi o.
this was our last meal before we left NYC. i had to try their pommes frites after i saw them on the food network's list of best fries in NYC. we had a flight to catch and had to be out of there in less than 45 minutes. our waiter was awesome in making sure that we were served quickly. the restaurant itself is really cute. theres outdoor seating and inside, the tables are a little close to each other but it gave it more of the french feel in my opinion. in paris, all the tables are right next to each other! i did think it was really odd that it was french food + japanese sushi bar... not your typical combination (unless its fusion). service was good.. our waiter was nice, accomodating and very prompt. food - i saw our neighbors getting their food as we were being seated and saw this amazing sandwich. i was trying to guess what it was with my husband and our waiter overheard us and let us know that it was the corned beef, which happened to be his favorite sandwich on the menu. so with that, we ordered the corned beef and an order of pommes frites. our waiter kindly had our order split for us in the kitchen. the sandwich was very good and the pommes frites as well. i dont know if i would say they're the best fries in NYC but they're pretty good... they're fresh, good size, and more on the crunchy side (which i love). the sandwich is HUGE... even split, my half felt like a whole sandwich and i was SO full afterward. so yes, i get that it's technically pricey at $19 for a sandwich but it definitely serves 2. good food, big portions, and good service. not sure about best fries in the city but they were pretty good. overall - great lunch.
(4)Charles R.
Would say 3 1/2 stars overall. The mussles are a 4 or 5 star. Enourmous portion that came in a pleasant broth. The frites, which you have to order seperate were piping hot, well seasoned and great for dipping in the broth. The Cubano sandwich was probably a 2. Not much flavor, meat was dried out and didn't remind of a Cubano I had had elsewhere. Maybe I should know better than to order something like that in French bistro. I think one of the problems with Rue 57 is that the menu is all over the place, serving brunch fare, sushi, bistro food and then something like a Cubano. Service was prompt and friendly and the prices are probably moderate for New York. Next time would try one of the other Brasseries I've been to, or maybe even the new Pushkin right across 57th st.
(3)Brenda B.
September 8th 2011 at 8-11:30pm, party of 2. Customer knocked over wine and water glasses on to me ruining my appetizer of Mussles and Fries, and clothing. Management and bussers did not respond to incident, instead they looked at me. At this time the wait staff was trying to deliver my dinner, which I had to send back because I was covered in wine and water and my appetizer was also soaked. I had to flag someone down to get help. Saturated in liquid, I requested another table and was refused. I was then ignored for approx. 5 minutes until I was able to grab Manager that evening, CHRIS PINES. I told Chris what had happened and I asked him for a new table and to start over with the meal. He got us a new table and he brought us out a new appetizer and then proceeded with the meal when that was done. We asked for the check at 10:15 pm from "new waiter" HOLLAND, who ignored the request until I asked him AGAIN for the check. We were presented with the FULL bill. We called CHRIS PINES over and requested he comp us for our horrific dining experience. He refused to take anything off. He then returned having removed the coffee and mussles. We tipped VERY WELL and when we presented the signed copies to the Waiter, HOLLAND, we asked if he was to be sharing that with the Original Waiter on our table who was very good. HE SAID " NO AND HE DID NOT CARE." As we exited, we approached CHRIS PINES and indicated the situation and HOLLAND followed us. CHRIS PINES said he was going to protect his staff as they are all family. Then HOLLAND said = "They All Sleep Together." Today when I checked my bank account, I see DOUBLE CHARGED ME. Overly disgusted with this restaurant. I will speak to MARK PACKER directly about both employees.
(1)Katie S.
This my go-to weekend brunch/lunch stop fo sho! The french toast with vanilla spread is insane and every pasta dish on the menu is bananas.. BA-NAN-NAS!. It does get super crowded at dinner, so you may want to make a reservation. Bottom line: RUE 57 does me right!
(5)Amanda R.
The first 4 times i came here it was to die for (kept coming back) then i went back and it was slightly off but hey everyones entitled to an off day. my order every time items are steak tatare, beef carpaccio, filet mignon and the roast chicken which is SUPERB. always busy but a reservation not necessary with 4 or less.
(4)Jason N.
They had Torro and other great fresh sushi options. :)
(4)Arthur K.
Yelp, you told me not to get the Kobe sliders. But I did. Bad idea. They were moist, but tasteless. The fries were decent, but nothing better than what I'd get at a specialty burger joint. Fortunately the rest of the menu fared better. The Lox, Eggs, and Onion were delicious. This dish consists of salmon scrambled with eggs and onion. There are thinly toasted bagel-like wafers served with the dish. The salmon was good, the eggs added a comforting texture, and the onions gave the dish a bit of pep. The French Toast was not too sweet, but not bland. The strawberries and marzipan was a perfect finishing touch. Also, the Cuban was fairly good. The pork wasn't overpowering and flavors were balanced well. Eggs Florentine was interesting to the palate. A bit pricey. Good food, depending on the dish. Great service. Our waiter was friendly, informative, and attentive. 3.5 Stars.
(3)Julie T.
FILLED with tourists, such a drag. The service was great, they were very accomodating. The lobster hash is interesting, pretty good. I'd bring out of towners who wanted to go shopping in the hood.
(3)Jane K.
We needed an emergency lunch spot in midtown and Rue 57 seemed to fit the bill. Unfortunately, we were disappointed almost from the get go as we walked through the restaurant and it hit me that it felt distinctly like a "Pretend New York" you might find in Vegas or Disneyland. Our brunch dishes were mediocre, slightly overpriced, and made our stomachs hurt in the hours following. They squeezed the tables together tightly so at times you felt like you were practically sharing plates. Two neighboring groups ate and left as we dined and neither seemed to actually enjoy themselves or even converse with their companions. There was also a blond middle aged woman wandering around the tables drunkenly searching for something. And as many reviewers also comment, what brought together Parisian Brasserie and sushi bar? You cannot be everything to everybody and unfortunately the combination results in an awkward mess.
(2)D B.
Ambiance of blue crystal and stellar location with amazing execution on all levels make me love this place.
(5)Dani S.
Great Place for lunch!! Their Tuna Tar Tar was AMAZING.. and so were their burgers. We got a little of everything and shared. They are a little pricey but worth it. You will be happy with your meal.
(4)Justin S.
A good choice if you're stuck in midtown around central park south. Food was good. Would recommend the rue 57 burger packed with Roquefort if you're grabbing lunch or brunch. Kind if pricey and touristy. There are better bistros in NYC. I recommend Quatorze on 79th between 2nd and 3rd. That being said, had a very pleasant experience here.
(3)Jennisa P.
Highlight- its close to central park where a wandering tourist can just stumble upon. I had the Kobe beef sliders which were nice. The french onion soup was super yums! Overall, decent but overpriced. The service was slow but helpful when she appeared.
(3)Tyler W.
Food was ok. The burger was $20 and only came with onions and a grocery store bun. For spending a lot of money on sub par food, the service was not good at all. The waiter was nice but didn't know the beers on tap, or how to refill water. The two stars is for the crispy rice... Other than that it's not worth the time
(2)Jean Anne B.
I had the BEST French martini ever. Yum! Yum! The place was packed, the music was good and the service wonderful. The place has great energy. The only reason I am not giving them a higher rating is because I have not sampled their food yet.
(3)Virginia C.
Great service. Chicken noodle soup was wonderful (that's the only thing I had there).
(4)Anna K.
My biggest complain (being a New Yorker) is that it is full of tourists. We came here for lunch wearing our business casual attire and the waiter asked us, "where ya'll folks from.' It just goes to show you that they don't get too many locals in that place. Essentially it's what you would imagine from a slightly upscale tourist joint like a Ruby Foos or Tao. As far as the food goes, it was fine. Not bad, not good, just fine. Almost like a TGIF, where the chef is having a good day.
(3)Vadim B.
Great place for a quick bite, a bit rowdy but the food is delicious, with emphasis on french cuisine. Compliments on muscles dish, very delicious. I don't think they take reservations.
(4)E H.
Loud and full of tourists -- BUT GO! Aside from their random sushi menu, this place is great. I am telling you - get the mini kobe burgers. The best I have had in the City.
(4)Lianne Z.
My clients are in the building next door so on my first day with this account, they took me there for lunch. What could be a good midtown location is ruined by slow service and a heavily confused menu. Is it a steakhouse? Is it American fare? Is it Japanese? There are sliders and sushi rolls. What?!!! I know I should be elated that they embrace the eclectic but for some reason I just get pissed off by their efforts. I don't know why. It's just like they are trying too hard. It's like they tried to be a fusion restaurant and then lost ambition halfway through. I hate quitters. The salads weren't that fresh and the steaks weren't great quality. They sure have balls to charge their clientele a lot for mediocre service and food. The ambiance is nice but I think that may be the only thing they have going for them. I'd like to give it another fair try so..... maybe stay tuned. ....I said maybe!
(2)Michelle R.
I know that it helps to have a great experience at a restaurant when you are in good company, but even though I had the BEST company possible, I still think this was THE BEST restaurant that we visited in NYC. The Wait staff was GREAT. Very knowledgeable, friendly & entertaining. The food was AMAZING!!! I had the SEA SCALLOPS with truffle mashed potatoes, which is a SUNDAY special. OMG! D-lish! We enjoyed a nice bottle of wine between the 4 of us and a shared the CLASSIC VANILLA CREME BRULEE - with VANILLA COOKIE - seriously I still dream about that cookie! All in all, great restaurant, wait staff, food & atmosphere. At the end of dinner they sent us home with a goodie-bag that included one of their homemade bagels, a breakfast menu & a piece of chocolate. Nice touch, Rue! Oh how I miss you!
(5)Robin S.
Even though it's tomato season, they used yucky unripe styrofoam tomatoes. My prime rib had so much fat on it that there was a pile oh my plate.
(1)Cat W.
This is a great place. I had the mini kobe sliders (cheddar cheese) and fries. They were juicy, tasty, and simply amazing. I knocked off a star because service was sort of lacking. But overall, this is a solid place, and I will definitely be coming back!
(4)Jackee K.
Food was meh, service was worse. Location is pretty much the only good thing about it.
(2)Derek M.
Interesting place. Billed as French-Japanese, I would call it a French bistro that happens to have a sushi bar. In any event, the food is solid. I Had the Kobe Beef Sliders. Tender, tasty, burgers. Others in my party had pasta and sushi. Pasta was good and the sushi was fresh. Overall, would recommend for the variety. Other reviewers commented on the poor service, but our waiter was very attentive. Only other comment is that the place is loud. Hard to carry on conversations.
(4)Martha M.
I've been here a number of times throughout the year, and the food is consistently great. I love the eggs Benedict, French toast and steak frites. The service has ranged from great to mediocre.
(4)Brooke S.
eh, i'll throw this one right down the middle. ended up here on a saturday for brunch because the place we WANTED to go had too long a wait. Rue 57 is typical...its a big room decorate to look like little vignettes of cool cafes in paris. The menu is large and expensive. I had a VERY disappointing eggs benedict. Cold bearnaise, rubbery canadian bacon and nothing on the plate besides the meat, egg and bread. talk about unappetizing. the bellini's saved grace a little. Let me just shoot it straight...dont go here if you're a new yorker. Go here if you're an out of towner and don't know any of the better brunch places. that is all.
(3)Li C.
I didn't feel like waiting for a table..so I sat at the bar. Hangover? Mimosa please. I suppose that meant a drop of orange juice and a ton of champagne..Not a problem.
(3)Jeremy M.
I've never had a bad meal here. It does tend to get pretty packed around dinner-time so reservations may be in order. Definitely try the wasabi mashed potatoes!
(4)Nina S.
I really like having both breakfast and brunch at this little brunch. The bread basket is divine. I always want to eat all of them when I go, but the problem would be that I wouldn't have any room left for the divine brioche French toast. Seriously - if you go here you must get the french toast!
(4)Michael D.
I've only been here for client lunches, but when I'm in this are of town, it's where I think to go for such an occasion. I would highly recommend the salads, and this has probably been said but do appreciate how they don't try to do some french asian fusion thing. They just either roll with French, or Asian. It works. Now, it's usually packed and be prepared to get a little intimate with the table next to you. Also, save your embarrassing conversations for another place and time because I can guarantee the people next to you can hear your every word. Not that it's not loud, because it is, but because you're only 3 feet from them at most. Rue 57 for lunch is always a safe bet. Food is above average, service is very good, and in all honesty, where else you gonna go?
(3)S. M.
I had the steak tartare and the glazed Chilean bass - everything was absolutely delicious. We also shared a plate of cheese, which was also very good. Service was impeccable.
(5)Jennifer P.
Great service Yummy food Amazing drinks
(4)Becky O.
Okay, French and Japanese fusion?! I guess there's a first for everything. I will say that this place is very aesthetically pleasing inside (the layout and decor is serene). Also, it's pretty big! It seemed like the place to be for brunch but we actually were not going there. We were originally headed to a brunch held at a nearby hotel on 57th that my girlfriend knew about. When we got there, they were ridiculously packed and said we'd have to wait 1.5 hrs. We decided to look elsewhere again, wondering the streets of NY looking for a place to eat. We ran across this place. I almost gave them 4 stars because they did provide exceptional service. They were quick. On point. The hostess was very friendly and we were seated w/in 15 min. They also have a large bar where people wait and have cocktails or Mimosas while they wait for a table. Not bad. However, had to drop it to "3" because their food was just not memorable, unfortunately. The place has the decor of an upscale Brasserie but the food quality/taste is not much different than your standard breakfast spot. The coffee was odd too...something with a weird after taste. I didn't care for it. I ordered an Omellette with Spinach and Gruyere. It came with a side of what I thought were french style home potatoes but they ended up being french fries...which, I thought was a bit much with brunch. Anyhow, they were good, just not breakfast/home style (i.e. cut into quarter-rounds, fried, then baked and finished off with parsley). A cool place for brunch if you don't really have any other alternatives where you know you will get A level food. This is closer to B - / C level. Maybe the clue should have been that they sell French food fused with Japanese food and yet they have Burritos on the menu as well. (confused). On the positive, it was cheap. At least what we had was. $21 each w/tip.
(3)Valerie F.
I had lunch here on a busy weekday, and even though it was crowded, the place is big enough that we were seated quickly, and the waiter was extremely attentive and friendly. He actually remembered my friend from the time she was there with a large group, so I also thought that was quite impressive. I got the kobe sliders and fries, which also comes with a small greens salad (that was a nice little surprise). My friend swears by the oysters, she says they are amazing and she gets them every time. Although a little on the expensive side, the food, atmosphere, service and location make this place worth checking out. I highly recommend!
(4)Jennifer H.
New Years Eve here and music by Tony Middleton was an absolute WOW!!!! We had a simply great time at this restaurant. Food was delicious!!!! Lively atmosphere!!!
(5)Adam W.
The restaurant's strange combination of French and Japanese really works well. You can get your fix of some basic French dishes alongside some sushi rolls. This place has a nice ambiance to it. Its dim lighting and close quarters give it a certain romantic vibe and there are some interesting lighting features (I remember a lot of the restaurant had a red tint to it). The food was good, but besides a quite tasty beef carpaccio I ate as an appetizer nothing I had here was too memorable (besides, who doesn't like beef carpaccio?!). The service was good as well, but again nothing spectacular. It's definitely a solid restaurant, but in this price range, there are a lot of other restaurants to try as well.
(4)Melissa S.
My friend took me here and heralded it at one of the best-rated french eateries in NYC. It has a really nice atmosphere, and the music was alternative 00-90's, which normally would have been distracting, but provided an interesting topic of conversation every time a new song came on. Food was DELICIOUS! We ordered the Yellowfin Tuna Tartar appetizer which came with cucumbers in orange/ginger sauce and the beet salad which came with morsels of cheese around it. SO GOOD! For the main course, we ordered the seafood pasta, which came with vegetables and shrimp. It was so delicious, but we could only finish half of it with the shared appetizer and salad from earlier in our stomachs. All in all, it was wonderful, and I will be sure to go again next time I'm in town!
(5)Samantha M.
Great brunch!! Enjoyed myself very much but it's pricey so bring your coins!!!!
(4)Katt L.
The staff was always wonderful and very helpful, but usually very busy. I loved the food, wine and usually met friends there after work.
(4)Annie K.
I've been here probably a half dozen times for lunch and always get the same thing (salad), but it's always good! The veggies are always fresh and I'm one of those people who holds things and changes things, and it always comes out right. Fries are also really good. The servers are generally friendly and never rush you, even when it's packed. We've always had great experiences. The iced tea is great and they always suggest it so you won't forget they have it. Definitely a perfect spot for lunch or dinner if you want good food and don't want to spend too much.
(4)Lisa C.
I've only been here once and it was a few years ago, but i STILL remember their FRENCH MEATLOAF. I remember the mashed potatoes and the deliciously cooked whole shallots that came with the chunk of meat that has this fruit glaze which ties the entire dish together. Rue 57 is on my list of restaurants to hop into next time I am in the city. I couldn't finish the entire dish so I packed it to-go and heated it up for a late night snack. It was still delicioso! MENU: french meatloaf PRICE: ~$25/person fresh's 2 CENTS: the atmosphere is very likable and comfortable to have a great meal with a friend, a significant other, or in a larger group. Make sure that someone at the table gets the french meatloaf. Trust me, you'll regret not trying it.
(4)Stephen C.
This is a great spot for after work, before an event, with friends, etc. The sushi is first class. The bar is comfortable. The drinks well made. The menu is French influenced. I sit at the bar so I have no idea on the service yet. No complaints but nothing to say, "make this your next meal out kind of place." Yet, on the other hand, I haven't had a bad meal yet!
(3)Sam J.
If no one can agree on what they want to eat, this is the place to go. The menu has something for everyone. I went for lunch with my wife. She had a cobb salad and I had strawberry crepes, both were very good.
(3)Inna K.
Thumbs up for good martinis, beef ribs and surprisingly good carpaccio. Thumbs down for greasy fries and clientelle.
(3)Shannon A.
This review is based solely on their sushi. I'm not from NYC, and I was visiting last weekend to take a double decker tour to get the entire NYC Tourist experience. After 2 hours on the bus, I was starving, so I hopped off at the Central Park stop. I was craving sushi so according to my iPhone, Rue 57 was the nearest sushi stop. It was alright...WAY too expensive for what they give you (about $20 a roll during lunch), and I'm sure there are probably better and cheaper places to go in the city but I was starving. I didn't like my waitress either. She wasn't very friendly or attentive and didn't know a thing about sushi, so someone else had to step in.
(1)Leanne W.
Visited Rue 57 for dinner last night and was seated in a cute little corner right next to the outdoor seating. The weather was beautiful and the setting of the restaurant was lovely. We started off with a cold lobster salad and the crispy popcorn shrimp. Amazing. As we moved onto the mains, we tried the sea scallops with mashed potatoes and the chicken scallopini. The portions were very generous. I got so full off the appetizers I could barely finish my entree. A lovely place overall, would definitely visit again!
(4)Templeton M.
This place blew. We went there at lunch and were seated in the basement where they seemed to put all the ppl with children. Our server was absent most of the time and our drinks, two lilet's took 15 minutes. The food was terrible. My cuban sandwich was a fried block of bread and the salads were a cold damp mess. I'm not sure why I'm giving this two stars, maybe because it looked nice from the outside. If you're in NYC, go somewhere else for lunch.
(2)Erica P.
Yummy! Had lunch here today and was lucky enough to sit outside. It was very crowded with the business lunch crowd (of which I was a part) but the service was prompt and friendly, and not at all intrusive (some waiters want to be your best friends!) I started with a half a dozen west coast oysters, served with what seemed like 3 different mignonette sauces and a cocktail sauce. Go with the red mignonette (maybe a red wine vinegar?) It was delish. I then had the warm mushroom salad, from the appetizer menu, this was really tasty. It was served with several varieties of mushroom, including hen of the woods, some shaved parmasan cheese, some micro greens and a reduction of balsamic vinegar. I would order this again in a heart beat! While I can't really comment on the decor, since I sat outside, I can say that the outside dining area, though not cramped, did make me a little nervous as the corner of 57th and 6th is a very busy block and I worried that the people speed walking down might bump my table or me!
(4)Fiona Y.
If I'm in Midtown and I can't think of any particular restaurant I want to go to, then Rue 57 is a safe choice. I came here for dinner a few times, and I'm sure I've had brunch here as well. Everything I've tried was very decent. But us New Yorkers have higher standards for food, compared to the rest of this country (so I think!). You can't really go wrong here!
(4)Jackie G.
As shameless tourist to the city, I loved this trendy spot for a weekend brunch. Friend and I sat outside enjoying the peoplewatching and waited for our orders with anticipation. Sure enough, the dishes were not to disappoint two starving women with extreme class and high expectations. The French toast with fresh strawberries was the best I've ever had, with every bite I got closer and closer to heaven! My friend's savory dish was equally good. To top it off, our sweet waiter (an actor/model with impeccable manners must I add) gave us top notch service and great tips for a night on the town and local restaurants choices. Thank you so much Rue 57! You are forever engraved my memories when I think of my wonderful birthday trip in Manhattan!
(4)Lei P.
The portions are huge, even the appetizers. It's also great for after-theatre dinner with friends, because there's a French brasserie menu alongside a sushi menu and an Italian pasta/asian fusion menu, along with adaptations of American comfort foods, such as the monstrously robust French Meatloaf. The split-personality menu is perfect for when your dining party can't agree on one cuisine. My favorite dish there is the mussels Dijionnaise. The cream sauce is so decadently rich and velvety and compliments the briny and fleshy mussels. The dijionnaise mustard doesn't overwhelm the deliciously addictive cream sauce. The mussels are my favorite. They're gloriously plump, fresh, and meaty. The saucier at Rue 57 is superb with the cream sauces. Although the mussels are listed in the appetizers section, it was adequate as a whole meal. Stick to the basic Parisian brasserie foods (steaks, fish, steak tartare, roasted chicken, fish, sweet sea scallops with truffled mash potatoes) and avoid the other Italian meets Japanese/Asian/miso-glazed meats parts of the menu. Their wine menu also offered a wide range of options for different scales of budgets. The staff was friendly and service was unhurried. I actually prefer this over squeezing into Balthazar, where elbow room is sparse and the "better than thou" condescending attitude makes for a hurried meal (ie:" we have a party coming in at x time, can you finish in an hour?")
(4)Michael S. H.
Quite a great dining experience with this restaurant I must admit, as well as being accompanied by my wonderful, wonderful friend Yosh. Very calming and relaxing atmosphere, but also somewhat romantic. Lit by candlelight and jam packed, but manageable. Cute hostesses who were very sweet and attentive. Surprisingly I wasn't craving wine that night. Instead, If I can remember, I had a Rue-Tini. Which was quite good. I recall there being some fruit that I like in it... I don't remember if it was Pomegranate or Raspberry. Either way, it was quite tasteful. For the main course, I enjoyed their Pasta Primavera, which was quite good, but not amazing. I've been comparing everything I've been eating to Bar Blanc, which is why my reviews have been so tough lately in regards to food. It was delicious however, and I would definitely have it again. But unfortunately, it wasn't a taste that I haven't sampled before. Perhaps another visit will help aid in a better future rating on Rue 57. All in all, my experience was pleasant. The waiter was a gem, and I had a great dining experience of cours with Yosh as always.
(4)Martha-Anne N.
Stopped here for apps and drinks on a Thursday afternoon. Fun atmosphere, delicious wine. We had the French Fry appetizer which was delicious. Would definitely go back!
(4)J T.
I had mixed feelnigs based on the reviews but the salmon crab avocado roll (8 pieces) was so outrageously good I would come back just for that. Its quite overpriced though at $18 a roll but well worth how fresh and yummy everything was. champagne cocktails natch.
(3)Ellen B.
went for brunch on a friday and it was delish! it wasnt too crowded so everyone was attentive. the french toast with strawberries and this vanilla sauce was sooooooo good. the home fries were also really good with red peppers and onions.
(5)Paulina C.
food was mediocre, service was mediocre, staff was mediocre. what does this mean? it's MEDIOCRE. the only thing good that came out of this dinner was we got a good buzz and a ton of laughs. damn peeper killed the buzz, damn you! (see grand hyatt review) check your statements, this placed charged me three times for the same meal. thanks to the oversight, my dinner was free of charge. could have been a 3 star.....
(2)Sasha B.
You gotta take Rue 57 for what it is - a restaurant that primarily serves the Midtown work crowd and random tourists that happened to walk by. I personally love this spot but that's because I'm not coming here for dinner and expecting amazing food. I come here for the atmosphere at the bar, the tuna tartar (so good!), and a glass of cab. This place is great when it's cold or nasty outside because it's warm and cozy and you can really relax at the bar area. The bartenders are always friendly but not too in your face. The tuna tartar is probably the best I've ever had. The sliders and french onion soup are not bad but nothing to write home about. I recommend this place for a drink or two but not for a meal.
(4)Gregg N.
had cappuccinos and almond croissants for a business meeting. good breakfast spot, service only ok. waiter did admit they got the baked products from new jersey! ha, that made me happy.
(4)Brooklyn I.
I'm a fan, the service here an be a little annoying. I usually ask for Cody, he's the guy in the mohawk but he's a great waiter. the chicken soup is inedible and i've never had the sushi but the rest of the menu is relatively good. I like the sliders, the hangover breakfast with poached eggs is fantastic, the apple crepes are good, and the mashed potatoes come with wasabi something which would normally frighten me but they were pretty good. Also if you like creme brulee this place does a fantastic job
(4)Ellen S.
The food and service were only OK. I liked th mini-burgers but i would not be rushing back.
(3)Angela N.
The fries are too salty and the drinks watered down.
(1)Scott W.
Went here before seeing Flight of the Conchords @ Radio City. The service was great, even quick because our server knew we had to catch a show. We started off with some martinis, mine was pomegranate and I forget hers so it couldn't have been that great...Afterwards we had a couple of delicious Rue 57 sirloin burgers and the tempura battered shrimp with asian dressing. The shrimp was phenomenal and the burgers tasty. A little over priced, but overall quality food, good drinks, good service, and a nice atmosphere.
(4)Sonia K.
I have only been here for lunch and especially in the summer it is jam packed. Great location for a restaurant. The food is ok..nothing to rave about. The service is not bad at all. I'd say it is worth one visit...so you can decide for youself.
(3)Theresa X.
the MUSSELS DIJIONNAISE are pretty bomb and the BEET SALAD was good. damnit, too bad the YELLOWFIN TUNA TARTAR was wack. i want to try more dishes...
(4)Paulina B.
I had a mid-week lunch here with a friend from college, and I thought the atmosphere was great. It was pretty packed, but they sat us rather quickly once my friend arrived. The busy New Yorkers lunch crowd was fun people watching. The menu was definitely interesting. The sushi We ordered a sushi roll to start. The salmon, avacado and crab roll was delicious. Fresh and light, very yummy. We ordered two salad to share - the lunch special was avocado salad with grilled shrimp on a bed of mixed greens. I loved it. The avacado salad had crisp peppers and fresh tomato mixed in which gave it great flavor and texture. The second salad was the seafood salade off the menu. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't the best I've had. I was a little disappointed. The veggies in the salad seemed to overpower the lobster and shrimp in the salad. The lobster was also a little tough and chewy, like it was overcooked. I think I would definitely go back to Rue 57. The sandwiches and entrees that were walked passed up looked delicious so I would be more than happy to try other entrees.
(4)Mila Z.
Excellent place to have a Steak, any kind perfect cook tender, the finest mussels are delicious too, but the dessert was the best part .. Drinks also as well
(4)Carly T.
After a LONG day of walking around, we stopped here on our way to Central Park. We'd been trying to find something on Yelp for a while and finally just decided to walk inside and try a place because Yelp was not cooperating at the time. SERVICE: Good. Fast, and easy. Not over-bearing, but at the same time, just friendly enough. FOOD: My fiance had a salad and I had the grilled cheese. I was feeling a bit under the weather and craving something carby and cheesy and this pretty much hit the spot. It's not your normal grilled cheese... there is proscuitto and pesto on it. The server kindly warned me and asked if that was okay, and I gladly said yes, give it to me the way the chef wants me to eat it. It was totally delicious, as were the fries. 1,000 calories well spent, I guess... LOCATION: Obviously in a wonderful spot, easy to get to on your way into or out of central park. **I was exhausted and starving when we went here, so I feel like I should warn that it is possible I would have enjoyed anything that wasn't entirely awful... just a disclaimer.**
(4)Daniel D.
Safe, midtown bistro w/ good atmosphere and better than average food. Having said that, the Japanese offerings frighten me. A French bistro that serves sushi? Always a bad sign. The classic steak frites was 7 out of 10 w/ 10 being a good Paris bistro. But, not the most challenging offering. Not a destination but safe midtown.
(3)Megan C.
Fun atmosphere to people watch not ideal for a quiet romantic date. Crowded during lunchtime, always buzzing on the weekends. Food was decent, but not amazing. Really enjoyed having coffee here and a quick snack. Romance Factor: 3 Hobnob Potential: 2 Destination Rating: 3 Call for reservations first if you don't want to wait.
(3)Rachel C.
Stopped in with local friends. The food (we ordered pretty much all of the apps) was great. And the sundae and bread pudding were amazing. The bartenders were friendly and the atmosphere was great. Would return again and order all of the same things!
(5)Jake J.
Great orea desert but very expensive!!
(3)Derrick J.
I've been to this restaurant a couple of times -none of them planned- but I've never been disappointed. Though a bit pricey for the meals, I must admit that everything I've ever ordered has been tasty. They have a weird of Japanese and French but it's specifically Japanese or French; no fusion dishes on the menu. I don't know how or why they came up with the idea to have those two cuisines on the menu because they are so different from one another, but it seems to work. Every time I'm I dine at Rue 57 there is a crowd. Not being a huge fan of Japanese food, I've always opted for the French options (very good steak frittes) and have enjoyed it. During my last dine there (last week) the matre d' and waitress were both fast and attentive as well. Definite plus on my Overall, no place to write home about but still a nice French bistro-style restaurant (... with Japanese food on the menu) a couple of blocks south of Central Park.
(3)D Y.
spinach side, kobe beef sliders w/ salad and pommes frites, and dijon mussels. shared entire meal with a friend. yummy! and great atmosphere.
(4)Kat I.
Went here a few weeks ago to the bar area. It was typical bar type, dimly lit. Our server left much to be desired, unless attitude is what we're going for. The drinks were fine, the food was fine, but nothing memorable. On a positive note, I do have to say the host was very hospitable.
(2)Jamie H.
I've had my share of meals, brunches, and drinks at Rue (mostly at the bar versus a table). If you're in midtown, it's a much better choice than most of the restaurants in the area. Yes, it's overpriced, but I dare you to find a restaurant nearby that's not. I never had anything on the menu that I didn't like. If you must have dine in midtown, then Rue 57 is a great choice.
(3)Rick K.
I dont understand the concept of a French/Japanese fusion restaurant. SO i didn't try their sushi. Their brunch is extremely tasty (i had the eggs florentine). this place is good. Since I wasnt responsible for the tab, i'll give this place 4 stars.
(4)Stuart W.
Actually I think that 1.5 stars is more like it. It is my usual habit to walk 57th Street, sometime from river to river. It has been for many years from the time I was a kid walking with my parents, through decades and still now...and I have watched the street change. Rue 57 has been on the corner of 57th and 6th Avenue for quite a number of years. I really can't remember what was there before. Oh boy...enough of my memory...back to the review: I was avoiding this place as it truly looked rather touristy to me...albeit nice French bistro look. However on last Saturday a friend and I wanted a "nice" brunch and wanted to try someplace new. Nice weather brought everyone out of their caverns and places were packed. So...walking about, we settled on Rue 57. We were so nicely greeted by one of what appeared to be at least 6 hosts/hostesses...escorted to a table situated right in the middle of the aisle to the kitchen...oh boy...the action frazzled me a bit...and the occasional bump made me ask for another table. Easily escorted to another table. My pancake craving got the best of me, and banana pancakes looked right for me. While the pancakes were airy and fluffy, they came with roughly 8 thin slices of banana on top...certainly not the best nor the cheapest...$13.50 for this dish with $4.50 for a cafe latte. My friend ordered an omelet of fines herbes which she claimed tasted just fine (no pun intended). Good french fries but had to repeatedly ask for bread which was rather ordinary. A French restaurant where you need to request bread and it is rather ordinary. Doesn't quite make sense. In the long run...there was nothing horrible about the experience...just very ordinary at an expensive price. No need for me to return...there are much better places.
(2)Cris C.
I was there Saturday, January 24 and my experience was wonderful. Great staff, very friendly and attentive to my group needs. We had brunch there and my french toast was delicious! Good coffee and nobody bothered us to leave as soon as we finished, Also, like not many, this place has a lot of space and light and I'm definitely going back.
(5)Jeff C.
Surprisingly hidden gem for sushi. Try it - you won't be disappointed. Must get: Japonais Platter.
(4)Lily L.
This is a good place to apply your expense account in the neighborhood. I had the Rue 57 Skirt Steak, and I loved it. Very well marinated, very well paired steak sauce, and I love that the sides were avocado, a half a roasted onion, and endive. The onion soup is also good, there's a good selection of sandwiches, decent wine/drinks list also for when the afternoon turns to after work drinks time. Very typical New York does French bistro.
(4)Randy G.
Delicious food... We had a table of 9 and nobody was disappointed with their selection... Only issue was the price, a little expensive, but worth it!
(5)Sooj O.
There are so many awful things about roaming Midtown on a weekend night when it's raining in the winter. First, of course, is just the sheer fact of being in Midtown, decidely one of the less charming neighborhoods of New York (it's impossible to describe the jostling and sheer frustration of trying to pass by Saks Fifth Avenue when all the tourists have taken over the sidewalks to gawk at glorified mechanical toys on display). Second is that almost never being in Midtown except during work hours, I know of practically no restaurant (particularly when going to dinner with a vegetarian friend) open on weekend nights except in Grand Central. Third is the difficulty of finding someplace that has creme brulee which we were determined to have for dessert. Rue 57 was about the only place that fit the bill. I had a lacklustre tuna tartre, whose less than red color made me look at it suspiciously, along with some french fries. For dessert we did order the much desired creme brulee along with a warm chocolate cake. It's hard to mess up a creme brulee and it was lovely to feel the warm caramel custard going down one's throat. The chocolate cake was not as dark as I would have desired, but not bad...but not for a dark chocolate devotee such as me. In all, I rate Rue 57 this way: 2 stars for the tuna tartare 3.5 stars for the desserts 5 stars for letting us sit there for hours on end discussing Ezra Pound 1 star for being way overpriced for the average food that is served
(3)Thomas E.
Tired and hungry, this worked out almost perfectly. We arrived at 5 pm on a Thursday and got a table immediately. The staff was friendly, helpful and attentive. I watch my cholesterol, but hey -- we're on vacation, so I got the Rue 57 sirloin burger. Nice little bun and gorgonzola made a melt in your mouth taste treat. Also at the table we had the roast chicken -- tasty and moist but a touch salty. Steak & frites rare was cooked correctly and was quite enjoyed. The fourth person got the onion soup and Ceasar, and the review was positive on that too. We got out for $130 plus tip for four people with two drinks.
(4)joe z.
Dropped by for lunch last week and got one of the better sandwiches I've had in a long time (thin cut sirloin). My girlfriends burger was average, but the atmosphere, fries, and service made up for any short comings. Definitely a great place for brunch or lunch from my time there. Plus, it's close to the park and just a little less expensive than eating at one of the hotels that overlook the pond.
(4)Rachel S.
Rue 57 is the perfect place to go for a buissness brunch, lunch or dinner. or for fun with your family or friends, when you first sit down you feel like you just walked into the dining room of a mansion! They have a great options on the menu, when i went with my dad we kept it simple but it was still great! We got the baby back ribs as an appitizer they were tender and had a great BBQ sauce, then for entrees we got salmon and asain shrimp with a side of pasta. the place is very clean and has good service the bread baskets are very good and the bathrooms as well are very nice. I definetly reccomend this place!
(4)Geoff E.
You take the good, you take the bad, you take them all and the you have...a 3 star dinner. It's a tourist place with a decent menu. Some of the food is great, and some is less than desired. Kobe Sliders came out without cheese (waiters fault) and well overcooked (kitchen's fault). Waiter threw a bottle of wine away while we were still drinking it, then returned it after we complained...dirty. The crispy tuna appetizer was good, and the sushi was fresh. I had the lamb sliders which were good. Fries were fresh as well. Not a bank-breaker, but costs probably more than it should. I'd go again if I was out of options, but in New York City, I'm not. Sorry.
(3)mia s.
My friend recommended Rue 57 for our late lunch based on her previous experience there as a fun place to get cute little kobe burgers. I love mini burgers and I love bustling bistro setting so I jumped at the recommendation. I should have been scared when I saw steak frite and sushi on the same menu but being 3000 miles from my comfort zone with no access to YELP, I plunged in. The food was edible but just so boring and poorly executed. The kobe sliders are a great idea but these tasted off to me - I didn't finish my 2-bites sized burger. The bluepoint oysters seemed to have been mangled during shucking and tasted like they've been sitting out for a while. We ordered the chef's special sushi platter for $35. It consisted of 4 tiny pieces of nigiri (bonito, squid, ebi and sweet shrimp - none of which I have would ordered a la carte), 3 pieces of sashimi (maguro, hamachi, sake) and one small tekka maki. Nothing tasted fresh. Okay, I guess deep down somewhere, I expected that. The service is really what pushed me over the edge. Our server was clueless about the menu and couldn't answer any of our questions. She was not seen much after she took our order. We asked to share everything and to bring things out one at a time since our table was so small (as were our plates). Does it make sense to anyone out there that they chose to start us with the burgers and fries, then the beet salad, followed by the sushi and then to finish our meal with the raw oysters? Thank goodness we didn't order dessert because most likely, it would have been served first. In addition to our clueless waitress, all other staff members we encountered were clumsy and rude - the whole place felt like a fucking circus. Since we were in New York only for a couple of days with limited number of meals, we really felt robbed, especially at $50/person (without alcohol)!
(2)Cathy S.
The food was and the wait staff was really good. We did have to wait about 20 minutes, but expected on a Saturday afternoon for lunch. The tables are very close together, people and staff are always walking by you making it a bit noisy. Not a good place for a romantic dinner, but good for a weekend brunch! We loved the Eggs Benedict and Country Omelette.
(3)Kevin A.
MULTIPLE CHOICE Q: What do you get when you cross mediocre French food + sushi of questionable quality + an iPod playing Celine Dion's greatest hits? A. A torture scene from one of the Saw movies B. Rue 75 C. Neither A nor B D. Both A & B Correct Answer: D Honorable Mention: Their fries with au poivre dipping sauce is pretty freakin' delicious and the bartender was pretty cool Great drunk food the next time the mood strikes. Otherwise, avoid.
(3)Ladida D.
Four stars exclusively for the warm chocolate cake and creme brulee. Three stars on the classic bistro entrees. The steaks were fine -- but make sure you get the primer cuts. (The beef they use for steak au poivre isn't great, for instance.) And I urge against opting for their sweet-potato fries over regular frites, even if you always do, as the former come out rather charred and thus 20% inedible (umm, carcinogenic).
(3)David T.
Had dinner here with a co-worker. Stopped in around 7:00 in middle of the week, no problems getting a table after a drink at the trendy, but not ostentatious or uncomfortable bar. Service was great, wine list was very good and affordable. Decided to go with sushi as we had had a big late lunch. I chose the Japonais Platter. The oysters were delicious and the tuna and salmon hand rolls were excellent. A great vibrant, energetic atmosphere at reasonable cost.
(4)Tommy H.
Solid place for lunch or breakfast...can get a little crowded so I suggest going early...also the tables for two are a little on the cramped side but the food is pretty good.
(3)M S.
Good drinks, selection, nice atmosphere for a quick stop.
(4)Phyllis L.
I eat here at least once a week and thoroughly enjoy it. Rue 57 is just easy to drop in and get decent to good food, if you know what to order and at a fair price.
(4)Angela C.
What an over-rated poorly managed restaurant. The management should take a refresher course on how to react when there's a problem in the kitchen that delays dinners being served to half the restaurant for almost 30 minutes. Our waiter was horrible, never came to the table to let us know there would be a delay or to even offer a complimentary beverage or appetizer while we waited . and waited . and waited . and waited. Never ever again. For me, it doesn't even rate 1 star for the food.
(1)Ashley L.
The Rue 57 Chopped Tuna Salad is fab. Very confused about what style they're goin' for. American burger atmosphere with sushi on the menu? Nice vibe, but too pricey for what it is.
(3)Trevor T.
The food that I tried here was good but the menu seems muddled and directionless. The servers are a bit, eh....sub-par? But once the food finally hit the table, it was better for our party of 6 to not be bothered by the waitstaff. Get the ribs appetizer and the dumplings. Unfortunately, my entree, the Lamb sliders, were just ok. The sauce that comes on the side was not very good.
(3)Stephy S.
It's hot in the city, it's humid in the city, but this girl was in a hot dress in a strange city and wasn't about to let a little thing like humidity, several blocks and a glistening glow of sweat get in the way of her good time and so my dining companion and I made the trek from the Hudson down to Rue Fiddy Seven for dinner. As soon as we walked in, we were immediately seated at a table near the stairs. Not ideal, but we didn't exactly have a reservation, so who can complain really. After trying not to look like we were passing out from the heat, we ordered some cocktails and got a little blood out of our alcohol systems so we could act normal. We then were greeted by our waiter who tried to sell us on some Chardonnay, claiming he had tasted some earlier and it was amazing. But in all honestly, the kid looked like he was 15 and in my years of expertise in the wine snobbishness department, if your voice is still cracking, you aren't gonna know what's best for my palate. We then looked over the menu and spotted the Wednesday night Osso Buco special. Done and done. We then ordered the same thing and chatted about the week's events. Soon heaven on a plate arrived and the portions were HUUUUGE. Seriously, if you go with someone and you don't mind sharing food with them, do it, it's way too much for one person! As for the dish, wow, just seriously wow. I am convinced there was some crack in that red wine reduction or maybe a case of butter, because nothing can taste that way via nature. It was phenomenal and not too sweet as some Osso Buco's tend to get. We then passed on dessert and made our way out on the town, but not before a quick pit stop to the bano where a very nice lady handed me a towel. Only noting this so you will remember to bring a buck to tip her with. Overall, it was a yummy dinner that I definitely would have enjoyed more had it not been so hot out, but hit this place any other time and I think you'll be really happy.
(4)Michael O.
I love Rue. They go a very good job and I think most of it has to do with the menu and the food. Not that the service isn't good but the food just always seems to be there. It has everything from Sushi to Steak Frites to that killer country omelet with fingerling potatoes, herbs, chesse and lardons. Soooooo good! I love 90% of that menu! Brunch was great today...just as I remember from years ago!
(5)Alexander P.
3.5 Stars Rue 57 is always busy, especially during the work week. Although its busy, the wait staff is surprisingly fast, and the service is good. I have been to Rue 57 several times and the food is always good. The atmosphere is cool, borderline romantic, if it weren't so busy, and the bar attracts a good after work crowd. The prices are moderate, and you can find some much "better buys" in the city. For the area, its certainly a good option, and the bar is always happening.
(4)Matt N.
Nice dinner spot with a decent wine list. The location is good for hosting out of town business travelers in midtown, but would not spend much leisure time here.. OK and nothing special was my sense.
(3)Max M.
Very good food, had oysters, a very nice seared tuna. The mini Kobe beer burger is also very good. My wife & I went back another time for drinks and the bar had out some really nice cheese & salami, love free snacks at the bar.
(4)Veronica M.
Every time I come here I suffer sub par food, bad service and tourist overload. If you're on a quest for breakfast head to Mangia down the street. If you want dinner just go somewhere else. This restaurant is nothing but a tourist trap. Don't waste your time or money.
(2)Nicole M.
I liked the variety on the menu - there's really something for everyone. I did think it was overpriced (but considering the location, I'm not at all surprised by it). I went for brunch so there were specials which makes it more affordable if you're on a budget. The meal was lovely but forgettable and I have no complaints. I know I can get a better deal and better food elsewhere. I'm not making plans to go back.
(3)Mia S.
I want to like this place because it's one of the few places with decent food in the area. However, the service is terrible. I have been for brunch twice and both times had terrible waiters. The first time, our waiter was very rude and acted like we were really imposing on him for ordering our food. He forgot to bring the toast my mom ordered with her eggs. We had to ask for it a couple of times and when it finally arrived, he just threw it on the table. It wasn't even on a plate! We went back a couple of months later hoping that the service would have improved. It had not. We had a different waiter who had a serious attitude problem. He seemed so annoyed when we ordered and even complained about having to go downstairs to the kitchen to get our food. I don't have any complaints about the food, but I would recommend avoiding this place because the service is so bad. Plus, it is really loud and crowded.
(2)Brian C.
This is a solid go-to place in mid-town if you like French brasseries. As someone who has previously lived in France, I would say that Rue 57 is not quite as authentic as Balthazar's, but not nearly as pretentious either. It is an especially good place for larger, boisterous groups, as the space is large and the ambience very festive. My favorite of their dishes is the dijon mussels, which is one of my favorite mussel dishes in NYC. The mixture of the spicy dijon with the more neutral mussels is a very balanced and inspired combination. The rest of their menu is solid - with the steak frites, kobe beef sliders and French Onion soup all worthy of mention (although none of these dishes, except for the mussels, are particularly memorable). Overall, I think Rue 57 is a good option if you are looking for a large, lively brasserie in Midtown. There might be a few better options in the city (i.e. Balthazar's/Pastis), but not in that part of town.
(3)Ashley J.
Good for a late night meal in that area of manhattan. Went on a rainy Sunday night and got the roasted chicken while my boyfriend had the Bass. Both were very sauced up...which was good but took away from the meat flavors. Side dishes are pretty good but he veggie dishes have butter, butter, and more butter. In summary- a saucy restaurant.
(3)Angie D.
I had the best steak frites in Rue 57. The server knew exactly what he was about. I would definitely come here again.
(4)Mike V.
I only had a Caesar salad and a beer totaling a stay of about 30 minutes at this place, but forthwith time I was there, the service was great and quick, the food came right out (we sat at the shorter tables by the bar), and the atmosphere was busy but very cool. Dim lighting was a nice touch, my gf liked. I would check this place out again.
(3)Josh R.
I have never written a bad review of a restaurant....however here it goes. This place is a tourist trap..feels like i'm stuck in a bad restaurant at disneyland. With the 1000's of restaurants in New York City, i would even take Mc Donalds over this place. The foods is sub-par, the coffee was TERRIBLE and the General Manager (his name is Michael Lahara is absolutely rude to his waitstaff, which is probablly why our server seemed irritated. I would not recommend this place to anyone other than an enemy...and it better be a bad enemy.
(1)Aimee C.
I have the biggest crush on the sweetest guy and we were wandering around the city and came across this restaurant, in which he's been wanting to try and me... starving, was dying to eat. We arrived around 4pm, the mid-day menu was sparse, but satisfying. An assortment of salads and quick bites and a course of sushi. I am a huge fan of sushi, any restaurant that serves sushi well is on my list of must see.. It's funny, as I walked in the door, it didn't seem like a place with sushi, more so a Parisian brasserie.... but never judge a book by it's cover, the sushi was full and flavorful.. surprising and exquisitely delightful.
(4)J. M.
We are so crazy about this place, that we dine there often. The food is always excellent. Our favorite is the House Chicken special with green beans, they have a greeeaaaatttt Ice Cream sunday. Try it!!!! The service is Fantastic. The Hosts are lovely. We think you'll love it
(5)Kristin C.
Definitely an interesting, unique place. Was kind of surprised at the type of food they had ...french/asian? We stopped in for lunch and weren't all that hungry, so we kind of "snacked." We shared the lamb sliders and a dragon roll. I mean hey, we were at a french/asian place, so might as well make a lunch in a similar fashion. The sliders were so moist and flavorful. Not overcooked, which many mini burgers can be. And topped with my all time favorite anything -- goat cheese. The dragon roll was good too, definitely felt odd eating it there, but nonetheless, it was good. The restaurant was busy, but everything came out quickly and the service was good as well.
(4)Jonathan W.
This place was very loud and crowded for a Tuesday night. The seats were rather far apart from each other across the table. There were tons of people, and the guy sitting at the next table kept getting up and squeezing between the tables. Other people are very close to you. For 30 dollars I ordered Flight of Tokyo, a Japanese meal. There was a greater quantity of Wasabi than food, and that includes the ginger. It was more decorative than food - they drew the restaurant's name in green ketchup on the plate.
(1)Becky M.
So where do you go to brunch when you're on 57th street? Rue 57? Only if you're going to eat eggs florentine. Located on the southeast corner of 57th & 6th Ave. this brasserie style restaurant is always busy for brunch. I finally learned that it's strictly because of location & loss of other options. I've been here about 3 different times and each time I had a good experience except for yesterday. The first few times had ordered the eggs florentine, which, i must say is the best rendition of it that i've ever tasted. It's served in a large bowl with 2 pieces of brioche hidden under a mound of baby spinach with mushrooms & chunks of bacon, 2 poached eggs & topped with hollandaise sauce made from lobster stock. Yesterday I brought a couple friends to join before we hit the MOMA. My glorious eggs florentine, still near perfection, but my friends each ordered omelets & they were the sorriest looking things ever. One omelet was large, not so fluffly, and only half full of its contents accompanied by a sprig of watercress & 4 triangle shaped toast points so small they should have been for paté instead. I was embarrassed. My other friend ordered a country omelet & a side of sausage. This omelet was better but the server said it came with french fries & we never saw any. The side of sausage was 4 little links, diner-stye. I took a bite and almost threw up. They tasted like old pork sausage links that were frozen, thawed, and left out for days. Denny's makes a meaner sausage. The menu here is huge strange mix of French & Japanese serving sushi. Overall, I don't totally write this place off. I will definitely go back for the eggs florentine, this dish is the reason I rated this place a 3, coffee, & perfectly poured mimosas. Everything other than that is at your own risk.
(3)Pierre K.
Nice Brunch, but the place is very noisy!
(3)erik g.
I love the place for a quick bite but I would definitely stay away from the sushi as it is not so good
(3)Dina B.
Went for a business dinner, loud but nice atmosphere. Everyone seemed to love their food, my food was only ok. Beet salad, not much beets on there, but still good. Yellowfin Tuna, some pieces were perfect, some were tough and overcooked, but the greens were great. Expensive, but what isn't in NYC.
(3)West C.
I am surprised to see good reviews about this place, maybe was the time that i went ( late lunch 3:30 pm) ,The Menu was very small and what ever i asked for, they didn't have it, so Finally i order a beef Carpaccio, 3 mini Burgers, Chicken soup and a Cobb salad. lol well , was my girlfriend and i and we were starving. The beef carpaccio was the worse i ever had, very salty. The Cobb salad was Delicious and that made me happy ; ) . The mini burgers was also very tasty and my girlfriend was very pleased with her chicken soup and crackers. The location i think is a plus , we sat outside and felt like i was back home in Lincoln Road. My Waiter tried to please us but kept on telling us that they were very stingy over there and they don't add ons to the food , because my girlfriend wanted mozzarella cheese with her sandwich. I heard so many good things about this place that my not so good first experience wont stop me from trying one more time. : )
(3)Deborah L.
Food is fine but the front is pretty chaotic- everyone is told 15 minutes.....
(2)J K.
I've been to dinner here twice, and can we say MEDIOCRE? The decor and prime corner location tricks you (and tourists) into thinking that it is another Balthazar, but it ain't - Given its French bistro setting, rather than specializing in French bistro fare, it also features a sushi bar, and a mediocre one at that. Steak frites, sushi rolls and creme brulee were nothing to write home about, and the miso Chilean bass was ok. Although the wait staff was great, the host and hostess were TERRIBLE, and the reason why I will walk down just one block and patronize the Korean/Indian/Japanese restaurants on 56th between 6th and 5th Ave. My friend and I had an 8:00 pm show to catch and saw NINE EMPTY TABLES for two but was made to wait an additional 30 minutes for a table that was empty the entire time we were waiting. With the many dining options nearby, there's no reason to patronize a restaurant with such unacceptably incompetent management.
(2)Frankie A.
Good food and nice atmosphere equal good place to go. The place can be loud at times. So it may not be the best place to go on a romantic date. be ready to spend some money too...
(4)J. L.
We stopped here for brunch before visiting the MoMa. This is a reliable, fast, nice place for a tasty Sunday brunch. The food was good, but not spectacular. I had the eggs, lox and onion scramble with bagel crisps. It was a little on the salty side, and the eggs tasted a bit dry, but overall I enjoyed my meal. The service was very fast, and our waitress was attentive and friendly. The decor was also pleasant and classic - nothing trendy or particularly unique. I would come back if I was in the neighborhood, but wouldn't go out of my way.
(3)vinnie t.
I prob wouldn't of eaten at this place if wasn't so hungry and plus I was craving sushi. the sushi was ok nothing spectacular that would bring me back. something about serving sushi at what I think was a Italian restaurant doesn't seem to appealing. it's like having steak at baskin robins...not a good idea
(2)Oleg P.
Great place for breakfast. Has tables outside.
(4)Angela C.
Love the Rue 57 ambience, service and food. One of my top choices when traveling to New York on business.
(4)Dawn H.
This was a very good place to go to late at night. My friend had the French Onion Soup, which she completely slurped down, and I had the Frites with Sauce au Poirve and the Lobster Potato Corn hash which was delicious. Service was attentive without being pushy. My only complaint would be that the food didn't arrive as hot as it could be. Every thing was lukewarm.
(4)liam B.
Just had Lunch there. The Cuban Sandwich was good but the steak sandwich that we ordered medium rare came and it tasted of ash. We complained and the manager came over and took it away. We were informed by the server that the manager was taking it off the bill but the manager never came over after that and server told us he was not involved with the kitchen. The manager struggled to maintain eye contact and didn't mention anything on the way out. I really don't give two craps about the money. If someone told me my food was substandard I would thank them for it, investigate (i.e. take the sandwich apart in the kitchen and look at it) and then come back and confirm to them (I know I was right my had smelt of bonfire - like he'd burnt something on the hot plate but carried on cooking on it) and I would tell them that I would remove it from the bill and buy them coffee as an apology. I wouldn't leave them feeling like they were a petty criminal (having just spent $120 for lunch for two excluding the deduction for the burnt steak). Service was just indifferent to the point of conceit - premium prices for substandard customer service. Shame really as my girlfriend loves to go to Tao when we are in NYC but I am loathed to give this chain my money now.
(1)Jennifer L.
Cute brasserie that serves average food. The grilled cheese was disappointing...bread was too dry and cheese didn't pack enough of a flavor punch. Also, my bloody mary seemed very watered down. Rue 57 is ok, but not great. I'd spend my money and my time elsewhere.
(3)Karol S.
Great omelets and frites. Excellent service with surprisingly good prices for the location.
(4)Jonathan C.
I've had take-out lunch from Rue 57 dozens of times, though I've only dined in person here once. I've ordered almost everything on their menu, so this review is summary, rather than exhaustive. The food tends to be very fresh and well-prepared, with top-notch ingredients and large portions; this is all reflected in their high prices. Of the appetizers, the French onion soup and the beet salade are the best (though all the appetizers are worth ordering). The salads are delicious (though they usually--infuriatingly--forget to add the dressing on to-go orders). The tuna niçoise salade is my favorite, it comes with several hefty slices of seared tuna, anchovies, capers, and everything else that you'd expect. The steak salade is also worth having. The sandwiches are overpriced and sometimes bland. They should be ashamed for charging $13.50 for their anemic grilled vegetable sandwich. The best entrées are the rigatoni Bolognese and the French meatloaf (both gut-busters) and the broiled salmon. The veal shank (a dinner special) is serviceable. The spaghetti with grilled shrimp is far too buttery. Don't bother with any of the sides. They're too overpriced. And for a French place, the fries aren't that good. The sushi's tasty, but, really, if you want sushi, go to a sushi place instead. If you do order off that side of the menu, stick with the sashimi. The rolls are good, but are too heavily sauced and covered with fried things, suggesting that they're not too confident in the quality of the fish in the rolls. Despite the mixed feelings about some of their dishes I've expressed in this review, there are far too many terrible cafes and restaurants in the vicinity of 57th and 6th. If you're in the area for lunch, and don't mind paying a little more for a large step up in quality, you'll enjoy Rue 57.
(4)Nenette Y.
Went here for brunch... our server SCARED me... he had these crazy eyes that wouldn't quit and I swear he was tryin to breath through his eyeballs! If I wasn't so damn hungry (service took awhile) I would've taken a picture. Food (when we received it) was good, although my friend got a bad stomach ache from the steak and frites he ordered...the spinach was WAY too salty and we damn near puffed up within 5 minutes of consumption. My entree (bagel with lox) was fine, although I must take a stab yet again at the service because I am STILL WAITING FOR THE SECOND MIMOSA I ASKED FOR!!!
(3)Lenora's Buzz On All Things Good C.
Wonderful food great bar me and my boyfriend loved it good place to take a date
(5)Leslie O.
It was nice to eat "al-fresco" but so what if the food is just alright. I went on a Sunday afternoon and the lunch menu was not exciting (brunch was over). Maybe I'm completely wrong but I don't want to order sushi in a French restaurant. I would be more tolerant it's mixed in, like a French-Japanese fusion or something, otherwise it doesn't make sense. My friend and I tried a few appetizers and everything was just ok, it was tastier because we were very hungry. The ribs were ok and I didn't like the Wasabi mash (only fusion I saw on the menu). The Lobster, Corn and Potato hash was interesting.
(3)Torrance W.
This was a pleasant surprise. I stumbled on Rue 57 after leaving Central Park and of course read Yelp and decided let's give it try. I ate at the bar and the bartender and others from the bar were all very nice. I ordered the French Onion Soup, Chicken Scallappini (thanks Rick) and the Apple Tart. Everything was fantastic...the Chicken was so good I could have honestly sopped up the sauce (that's Southern for ya). I definitely recommend it...
(4)Mona W.
Pretty standard food ( burgers, salads, sushi etc). What i found surprisingly good was their rock shrimp! It might be better than Nobu's! They also have a fairly decent brunch.
(3)Nicole H.
A lot of bang for your buck here! At first glance at the menu, I thought it was rather pricey... I mean paying 14 dollars for a grilled cheese? But once we were seated the lovely waiter was so nice and attentive not to mention the atmosphere was so relaxing and pleasant. I could care less however, for being seated at the tables in the rear of the restaurant as you are practically dining with your neighbor, but oh well. Food was great- large portions so bring your appetite!
(4)Kathleen S.
Its my standby. Its fancy enough to feel like you've really gone out, without being crazy expensive. I've been here with so many people and EVERYONE has liked it. Thats like, impossible. I love the bread, I've had the sushi, the pasta, the steak--its all good. The desserts are amazing. I'm not understanding the "just okay" reviews, but different strokes I guess. . . .
(5)Junkfoodie Q.
2.75 stars. Ordered the Lyon omelette and shared a side of the apple-smoked bacon and salmon home fries. The omelette pretty good, with melted brie and sweet red peppers, I probably should've added some salt and pepper for a bit more taste. It came with a large slice of garlic sausage, which was somewhat dry and not as garlicky as I was hoping. The bacon was also good, but a little too thick-cut for my taste (I prefer my bacon thin and extra crispy). The home fries were a disappointment, basically mashed hash browns with smoked salmon scattered on top. While the hash browns themselves were yummy, the salmon was WAY too salty (and I'm actually a salty-food person). Overall, the meal was ok. Our waiter was excellent, always friendly and prompt, but the food overall was a little bit of a disappointment. They have an interesting menu with brunch items and burgers and ....sushi??
(3)Henry F.
Very nice breakfast. Had an herb omelet, oj and coffee special. Got a chocolate croissant on the side. All very good.
(4)e w.
Average, unimpressive French faire. Not much else to say, walk on to somewhere else, too many other good bistros and brasseries in the city.
(3)Marc B.
I have been to the restaurant on 3 separate occasions, all for dinner. Each time the service has been pleasant, friendly, and relatively fast. The drinks are exceptionally strong (try the dirty martini), and the wine selection is varied, although with a few hit or misses. I was exceptionally impressed by the shrimp tempura, wasabi mashed potatoes, and the lobster corn hash. For entrees, I HIGHLY recommend the kobe beef miniburgers, which are perfectly cooked and come with great pomme frites. The filet mignon comes in a wonderful wine reduction sauce and is a large portion, albeit an expensive one. The sushi and sashimi have been great, if a little pricey. All the food portions are larger than you might find at a similarly priced restaurant with nice ambiance. My one complaint would be that the restaurant can be quite noisy during the busy part of the dinner hours although it is still tolerable. The bathroom service is phenomenal and you will walk out feeling like a prince. Enjoy.
(5)Navid T.
Ok, so i walk into this place, and the host was such a dick. He was acting really aristocratic. I wanted to leave right there, but my friend was like fuck it that's why hes a 28 year old host. Anyways, the food sucked. Overpriced, and shitty. Everything here sucked. I got the sliders, and they were burnt on the outside and raw on the inside. I dont know how they managed to fuck something up so bad. The two of us spend like $60 on shit, we both walked out disgusted, dont waste ur time at this shitty place
(1)Parisa S.
I got dragged here, I swear. There are no words for how disgusting it was. This is not sushi. It can't be. It tasted like day-old grocery store sushi. And not even Whole Foods, at that. I'm talking D'ag or AP, or some other low-rent grocery store where there are no sushi chefs on premises. ICKY ICKY POO POO
(1)Chris B.
I like to go here either before or after a walk in Central Park with friends, for a "just what I needed" brunch. I'm a benedict person, pretty needy about it, actually, but the French Toast here is so wonderful, it could drive me to not order benedict!
(4)Deborah D.
That was no sirloin burger I had. Lots of hard grizzle to take out and the dessert profiteroles were frozen shells. To top it off they charged us $4 for a 1oz ramekin of extra sauce for the burger and $1.50 for lettuce and tomatoes on the burger. I felt like I was a Burger King. Why not build into the $14 burger? To top it off the manager was rude about it all. I'd never eat here again.
(1)Kristy G.
the best burgers and fries in new york city little bit pricey but definaltey worth every penny
(5)J T.
I can't hate on this place - mostly because every time I go here, I'm full at the end of the meal, which is usually brunch. I must say that it's never my first choice. Everything is pretty much "just OK" and suffices for brunch.
(3)Matt R.
This was my first time to Rue 57 and they had some excellent music coming from downstairs. We went nuts on ordering appetizers and food. Everything came out just right in how it was cooked and we couldn't have been more pleased with the environment and our service. We did notice that looking at this place that it would probably look like soe 30's throwback if he saw it in the daylight.
(4)Annalynn C.
It was understandable that there was a wait. Afterall, it was Sunday morning and everyone was trying to find a place that served brunch/breakfast food, like us. After a 20 minute wait, we were seated outside, which allowed us to people watch while we dined. The breeze made it more comfortable to dine outside. Service was hit and miss, but it was probably because they were really busy, but there's nothing worse than waiting and trying to flag a waiter down to refill your glass of water on a hot and humid day. I ordered the steak and eggs and wanted one banana pancake to go with my breakfast, but they don't do "side" orders. Instead, they gave me a whole order of pancakes for which I had to pay... The steak and eggs were nothing spectacular. I requested to have the steak cooked medium rare, but it arrived medium well. I could have had the same steak and eggs at Denny's... with toast! My entree didn't come with toast, or any sort of carb, which was missing from my meal. The iced tea was terrible - it was over steeped, that I had to ask the waiter to take it back. Instead, he offered to replace it with a cup of coffee, which was also short of spectacular. Perhaps I came on a bad day. Perhaps I came at the wrong time. Perhaps I'm just too picky. Perhaps they'll improve, but I'm not sure there will be a next time. My cousin ordered the fish soup and sushi. She seemed to enjoy the soup and the sushi, so extra star for them because I'm willing to give them the benefit of the doubt.
(2)amy l.
The french toast was plain, the service was a little slow, no one else at the table mentioned anything about their food. Ehhh...don't know if I would go there again.
(2)Lauren A.
Solid restaurant, but for what you pay, you can get so much better in this city. My parents were in town and this place was right near their hotel so we went here for a low-key dinner on their last night. We had had such great food experiences their whole visit, and this place was just nothing special compared to other places we had been yet everything was fairly pricey. I got a sushi roll, my mom the Kobe sliders, and my dad the chicken. Again, all the food was solid but everything should have been priced about $5 less for what we got, particularly when you factor in the paper tablecloths and average service. Our waiter was decent, but he kept trying to push more food and better wine. He actually convinced us on the pricier wine and we still ended up being disappointed by the quality. The only thing I can think is that this place stays alive because a lot of people on expense accounts stop in here.
(2)Elise A.
Popped in for a late brunch one Sunday and was really impressed! My friend had the lamb sliders, and I had the steak tartare. We shared, but I'm telling you honestly, if she had taken one more bite of my tartare I may have had to stab her with my fork. It was seasoned PERFECTLY, and the meat was fresh and delicious. Bloody Mary was darn good, too. The place is pricey and service spotty (yeah, I know it's busy during brunch), but I'm really looking forward to coming back soon.
(4)bryan l.
This is a very strange place to eat. Don't get me wrong, it's a very nice location and the interior was fine....it's the menu that catches you off guard. They have French items, a sushi section, plates with tabouli/cous-cous and the plate I ordered, Cuban sandwich w/ fried plantains. My dish was great, a very clean Cuban sandwich with all the trimmings. The fried plantains reminded me a little of banana chips, but in a good way. So, if my dish was so tasty, why the 3 stars? Service. They brought us to our table and the chairs had crumbs on them. We had to ask them twice to wipe them off. One member of our party ordered chicken with her salad and didn't receive it. She repeatedly asked for her chicken but never received it. We had to ask several times for refills on our waters. The only item that came quickly was the check....I hate that. Overall, the food was pretty good, but pricey and the service was sub-par. Not a bad place to eat, but I wouldn't go out of my way to come back.
(3)Grant M.
French toast ok decent. GF loved eggs, bacon. Would go back if in the hood. Easy enough.
(3)Sarah S.
This was a very acceptable brunch place in NYC...just a little more pricey than I'd like, but overall pretty yummy quality food. I had the banana pancakes. The pancakes themselves were some of the best I've ever had. I was disappointed that the 'banana' part of it was just a few banana slices on top though. Other dishes looked tasty as well! The service was also very slow at first, but the food came out in good time once we had ordered.
(3)Srikanth P.
Poor service and average food for breakfast/brunch.
(1)Person A.
Ambiance nice but noisy.
(3)Robert M.
Had the Double Cruch Roll - Awesome taste, spicy and a lot fish verus rice Had the House steak -Not so good, A little fatty and bland. Excellent service (sat at the bar and ate)
(4)Yujin L.
This place is in the neighborhood so stopped by for brunch and it was quite enjoyable. The food & service was good and I really liked the ambiance. I also enjoy walking by this place and seeing folks sitting outside. Just a few weeks ago, I spotted a celebrity sitting outside as I walked by. I really enjoyed him in "Infamous" (he played the Truman Capote character) so got a kick out of seeing him. So anyway, this place is a good spot and it must be popular because it's a big place, but always filled with people.
(4)Jinny S.
ok, ok, it's a bit loud inside. but it's midtown, what do you expect? and sure, there are a lot of suits. again, midtown. you have to deal with certain things in certain areas of town. fine. i'm glad to see that most people like this place, but i'm completely surprised by the fact that no one has mentioned their mussels. i dream about these mussels. i sit in my office, fantasizing about them. sometimes, i call out to them in times of distress. first off, they come in a dijonnaise sauce. soooo, it sticks to the mussels. the damn things don't just steam in the sauce, the sauce covers them. second, they put a crusty piece of bread at the bottom of the bowl to soak up the sauce and mussel juice. that way, when you're all done monsching on some primo mussels, you have this treat at the end - a dijonnaise/mussel soaked piece of bread that is now super soft and tasty. and third, well, there is no third, other than the fact that you are eating mussels. try them. at least once. ooh, and their wasabi laced whipped potatoes aren't something to be missed either.
(4)Clint A.
This has become one of my frequent Sunday brunch spots. I highly recommend the Brioche French Toast with vanilla laced marscapone. It's sinfully good.
(4)Megan W.
Get a good bottle of wine, spinach, parm and balsamic salad and a good cut of beef for dinner... HEAVEN. Can be a place to see and be seen. PRICEY. I cant say 'its just like being in paris' i mean lets get real, you are in the middle of NYC. Def a upscale 'date' spot
(4)grace g.
my old boss spotted a movie star at this joint. their champagne with some purple liquor was delish, i especially liked the candied sugar drops on the rim of the champagne glass...lickity goodness. the food was delish. surprised my old company had taken us out to dinner as opposed to the usual ordering in from the best places around this area.
(5)Stella B.
Absolutely CRAWLING with tourists! Seriously, I couldn't count the orange women from Boca and the overly excited young children on one hand. All that aside, I enjoyed Rue 57. Popcorn shrimp delicious and slathered in a sauce that was probably the nutritional value of a toenail, but still yummy beyond expectation. Mini Kobe burgers were cooked excellently, juicy yet not too greasy. Slightly messy. Fries were nothing special, although they were nice and crunchy which I like. The highlight, though, was my sister's red snapper which she offered me a bite of. I tell you, positively ORGASMIC. It was food bliss. Incredible. The fish was soft with a crunchier outside, and the miso glaze was simply delightful. We decided to skip dessert because we were stuffed, but I would definitely go back to try their sushi/and or dessert. Strongly recommend. Would have given 5 stars if it weren't for all the tourists.
(4)Arjan S.
I had the Kobe burgers and they were absolutely delicious! They came with fries that were great as well. I like the atmosphere there and the service was friendly. They have a big Japanses selection--though i don't know if i would ever try that though--i would stick to the basic food here and it shoudl be good.
(4)Tiffany T.
Went here for a business lunch, the food was excellent, although I only ordered a simple salad dish. That particular day there was a temperature problem and it was really hot, but i'm sure it's not usually like that. Staff was very attentive. Good for group lunches and I'd come back for brunch or a casual dinner.
(4)Janna S.
I really loved the fusion of Japanese and French cuisine. Went here on a date and had an overall good experience. Our waiter was timely, however I can't believe the hostess wasn't sent home to change outfits. Her hair was down and wet and was not a great first impression of the restaurant. I started with the Rue Sangria and it was fantastic. For my main course, I ordered the open-faced yellowfin tuna sandwich and it was good. It was an overly large portion of fish, which I wasn't expecting, and had to actually eat the sandwich with a fork. If I were to recommend any future orderers of this sandwich, I would suggest you ask for the chef to grill the tuna for a bit longer, as it would give it a better consistency with the rest of the sandwich. I overall had a nice experience here. Good location. Great selection of food and drinks. Nice ambience. Am planning on coming back to try more items.
(4)Fawn V.
Usually would never consider a place like this. But since i was being treated i went along w. my friend's suggestion. Mushroom salad=yum. Chilean Seabass=phenomenal. Side of stuffed tomatoes=delish. Chocolate Molten Lava cake (*that was referred to by another name but i forgot it but really it was a chocolate molten lava cake)=a lil piece of heaven on a plate.
(5)Tan C.
so it's french japanese fusion. i came here for brunch. typical brunch dishes. had the eggs benedict. i wasn't jaw dropping, but it was very typical of what eggs benedict should be. i also tried the omelet melted brie and sweet red peppers. it was kinda bland in my opinion. my only gripe is the waiter recommended the home fries with smoked salmon. it was REALLY salty. as if someone accidentally spilled salt on the dish. overall, it's not a bad place. i would like to check out dinner at some other point in time.
(3)Evie P.
Do not go to this place. I recently went here for brunch with my friends and we had a bad experience. I was eating my food and next thing I know, I found a feather bone in my cooked spinach...thank goodness I didn't choke on it. My friend had the breakfast burrito w/ salad on the side and she got sick from the food. We think they washed the greens with the poultry. This place used to be good, but not anymore. If you do go and decide to try this place, be very careful!!
(1)Jay G.
A really good place to get some lunch. I hear that at dinner time, the crowds can be thick, so i stay away at night. I had the Burger a few times. great fries. Dip them in mayo..
(4)Carole M.
I was here on President's Day with four friends. We went thru 2 bottles of wine pretty quickly. I tasted my friend's fish soup and thought it was the best thing I've ever had. It came with 3 sauces- a parsley pesto, red pepper aioli, and fennel puree. It was knockout. I had the onion soup which was very substantial, very French and very perfect for a winter day. Also had the yellowtail tuna sandwich. I was haunted by the fish soup so I went back this week to see if it was all that I remembered. This time I was alone and sober. The chef leaned a little too heavily on the salt this time. Rue 57 always feels like there's a party going on and they have the flirtiest schmooziest waiters ever. Our waiter Even gave us his website info, as well as his father's! For the most touristy corner in NYC, Rue 57 is a fun time.
(4)Raoul D.
Been here many times, but only for drinks and appetizers. They're equipped to serve the Holy Grail of martinis: Old Raj gin, Vya vermouth, and gorgonzola stuffed olive. Try it at once!
(4)your n.
Great midtown Bistro...Good drinks....loud but awesome atmosphere...Bring your friends from out of town here...you won't regret it.
(5)Shreya M.
The food here is absolutely great. My personal favorite is the potato crusted salmon dish, with a side of grilled asparagus. They have a diverse menu and even an extensive sushi bar. (Though I personally wouldn't order sushi unless I was at a Japanese restaurant!) Their scene is a bit shishi poopoo for my usual tastes, but the night time crowd (though it's loud) brings the place back down to earth. A great place to go if you want to get a drink with a friend, or an evening dessert and coffee. I recommend the vanilla creme brulee.
(4)Jennifer W.
Great restaurant and service. However, it is fairly noisy inside during their busy hours, it's well worth it!
(4)Sean P.
Very crowded. Expect to sit on top of each other. Hoped for more from the Rue 75 Burger since it was recommended. Arrived undercooked. Fries were a bit cold as well. Good service but can't recommend.
(1)C X.
Though many have called Rue 57 'Rude 57', my experience there last night was quite the opposite. Having not dined there in over a year, I decided to drop in for dinner. I used to frequent it quite a lot in the beginning of the decade. I originally requested a table outside (pretty foolish considering it was still over 80 degrees at 930pm) and was told 20 minutes. My table was ready in less than 20 minutes and when seated I realized I would not be able to deal with the heat, I asked and was immediately and cheerfully given a table inside. My waiter was unobtrusive but there when needed, extremely friendly and professional. I had the Mussels Dijonnaise to start, which was excellent; next I had the Meatloaf entree, both were as good as I remember having them years ago there. Rue 57 seems to have a mixed crowd, allot of tourists (the usual stuff, kids, people in flipflops and shorts), but that aside, it is in my opinion a very good dining experience.
(3)Bob B.
Ate breakfast there while on a trip to NYC. Had a great breakfast menu and the service was good. I would have liked to go back there for dinner. Seemed a bit touristy, but as a tourist, it seemed great to me.. ;)
(4)Lydia L.
When Rue 57 first opened in my Carnegie Hall neighborhood, it was great. I enjoyed the closer proximity of a neighborhood French bistro after hauling bum down to Balthazar's for so long. Rue has great space, outdoor seating, a hoppin' bar scene, sushi and amazing martinis to boot. It can be a bit touristy but it has some singular NY qualities which make it a reliable stop during a day out. It is very well situated near great shopping and Central Park. My favorites here were the roasted chicken, sushi and the seafood tower. While sitting outside on a nice day in NYC is a fun thing, it is a bit noisy and pedestrian heavy so reserving a table along the perimeter is probably a better option. I also like the loos downstairs though when I was there, they had a matron which to me is a bit uncomfortable. I should not have to tip for going a la toilette as I am perfectly able to get a towel for myself.
(4)Nathan T.
Rue 57 has these freakin' tiny Kobe beef burgers that are buttery and delicious and so cute you wanna just pinch their buns. But it also costs $15 for a plate of three of the bite-size burgers, and the rest of the food here seems a bit on the pricey side. Also, the crowded tables are packed close together, so make sure, as I do, that you're the guy with the most annoying laugh in the room. It's always better to annoy than to be annoyed.
(3)Nathalie C.
"Very easy to get a table. A great place to go after work. Food is great especially the mussels."
(4)J. S.
the food was alright. the dessert was the best. nothing out of this world
(3)Steven G.
I live in NYC, but I travel most of the year, so I took my wife for a 3 day stay in New York City. (Barclay hotel is awesome!) We have been to Paris several times and a croissant and cafe au lait (cafe creme) is what I crave for breakfast when I travel with my bride of 28 years. We were served ice cold cafe au lait and the waitress then walked out the door for a 15 minute smoke and chat with other employees. I gave up on the croissant and tried to discuss the poor service with the manager. He replied "It is good that we know". Well, it is good that I know now. I will never go back. I travel frequently and I am embarrassed that service like this exists in my home town.
(1)Ryan L.
Typical greasy bistro food. I was in a particularly juvenile mood and got a grilled cheese with fries. The food was good and definitely hit the spot, but was nothing to rave about. This is a great place to go if you're craving fries or a burger. The upper dining room is pleasant, but the lower room is too reminiscent of a dungeon - very offputting. A solid casual midtown restaurant.
(3)Melissa P.
Power-lunched here the other week and very much enjoyed it. When I looked at the online menu before coming in, I was a little surprised at the sushi/french combo, but when that inevitable brasserie vs. sushi debate breaks out, I guess you can settle by coming here. The setting is lovely, especially when it is a nice day out and all of the doors along the walls are open onto the sidewalk. It definitely gets crowded at lunch, so make a reservation or be prepared to possibly wait. Request a table by the open doors on the upper level if possible. I wasn't overly hungry the day I ate here, so I simply ordered a bowl of the french onion soup and a side of the artichoke and parm stuffed tomatoes, which were unreal. They were wonderfully tender and the filling was perfect in that it did not overpower the tomato, but had a velvety texture. My neighbors at the next table even leaned over to examine what I was eating and followed suit by ordering their own. French onion was tasty, but my bread could have been slightly less soggy - cheese was excellent and I did manage to finish all of it (I've never been one to leave any cheese behind). So for all your power-lunch-midtown-warrior needs, Rue 57 is definitely a place I would recommend for a lunch with clients or midtown work pals.
(4)Nicole R.
Went on a date here once. The food is good and the service is usually great. It's a good choice, nothing outstanding, but a really good restaurant to get dinner or lunch.
(4)Sarah N.
Absolutely horrible. We sat in our neighbors laps. The waiter was a smart-#$%. He knew nothing about the wine that we ordered and pulled his explanation out of his very smart #$%. The bread was excessively hard and blackened. The french onion soup tasted like mud with a thick onion jelly. If you really like LOADS of garlic on otherwise awful food, then this is your place. The only thing that was palettable was the baked potato...is it possible to screw up a baked potato?
(1)Greg N.
My wife and I have eaten at Rue 57 about 8 times over the last 2 years with minimal issues, and usually the food makes up for that. Now, I want to state that generally we've really enjoyed our experiences there, but after last night's events, I need to speak up since there seems to be a growing trend with the management. On our last few visits the same host has become increasingly nasty, rude and just plain obnoxious. So, with that said... We decided to go to Rue last night for my sister-in-law's birthday dinner. We had a reservation at 8pm and got to the restaurant at 7:50. Upon arrival, the hostess asked if we had a reservation. We said yes, and gave my wife's first name, which the reservation was under. She confirmed that our party was indeed for 3 people, and she showed to us a very nice table near the open windows, as we had requested an outside table when we made the reservation. As we received water and were mulling over our options, we were all very excited about having a nice meal together. Five minutes later, the main host came over to our table and very sternly said, "This is not your table, you need to get up now." We asked what he was talking about, and he repeated "this is not your table, it is for the ladies behind me, you must get up now". At that point we stated that we did have a reservation and we didn't really care what their problem was, they had already seated us at the table. This nasty man just repeated himself, saying again that the table was for a reservation under "Dana" and we were not the "Dana" party, so we had to leave. When we tried to explain that we were also a Dana party, he very snidely remarked that we were wrong and the other party was the Dana party. He must have said this at least 3 times very loudly, embarrassing my wife, sister in-law and myself, treating us like 2nd class citizens, as if we were trying to run a scam to get that table. It turns out that there was another reservation for 3 people under the same first name. And to add a little more fuel to the fire, the other Dana party had reservations at 7:30pm, 20 minutes after we were seated at "their" table. This fact alone should have allowed the host to fix things without involving us. At this point I said that I have never been treated with such disrespect at a restaurant and that this was totally unacceptable. I let him know that he has a lot to learn about how treat a customer and then had the nerve to raise his hand at me, which I told that he did not want t go there and he had better relax. By this point, it had gotten way out of hand and we were out of there. That experience was unbelievable--we have never heard of a restaurant forcing a table to move because of their own mistake. By itself, it is not such a big deal, but the nasty attitude and extreme arrogance of that maitre d' was such a smack in the face that we will never return to that restaurant. So needless to say, the owner, Marc Packer, will be receiving some registered mail on this one shortly.
(1)Marcia R.
If you're a carnivore and happen to be around 57th street, go straight for the steak salad. Probably the greatest lunch salad I've ever eaten. Even though it went for a whopping $23, it did not disappoint. Generous portion of steak, prosciutto, roquefort and veggies. Minus one star for out-of context menu items at Rue. Sushi and burritos at a French bistro? No thanks. Minus another star for mediocre service and expensive, watery coffee.
(3)Sam N.
i used to live in the neighborhood so this was a great place to go when you never know what you want, since they have such a nice selection. there usually is never a long wait time, its a large space and the food is pretty good too. once i moved out i wouldn't really go back, but if i pass by it or am on my way to 5F, i would stop by. a great patisserie-type place! the kobe burgers are mouth watering.
(4)Anna S.
I went to brunch here and was sorely disappointed. When I first walked in, I was encouraged by the menu and was very pleased with the decor and layout of the place. Very Parisian and you just wish you were in France. We were sat without a wait at a beautiful corner table. Things were looking great. The first course came out -- an incredible serving of steamed mussels. Very rich, but absolutely delicious - good in size and very flavorful. But then, the rest of the meal was completely disappointing. The mediterranean frittata was absolutely horrendous. Its very rare that I send a dish back, but this one was gone! It was flat, overwhelmed by feta cheese and extremely oily. It was swimming in oil. I picked at it trying to find some egg to the dish and just decided, no, can't do it. I asked the waiter if I could get something in exchange for it. He brought over a different menu, as their restaurant went from brunch to late lunch during the time that I had first ordered and they would not make an exception to make me a brunch item. Irritated, I decided to just eat the mussels and declined to replace my nightmare oily dish with another. Here is where it gets REALLY bad. The check came and the waiter had still charged for the meal that I returned. When it was brought to his attention that the charge had not been returned as the dish had, he said "I checked with my manager and he told me to leave it on." IS THIS A JOKE??? We asked the waiter again to remove the charge (particularly considering we had ordered more than enough to satisfy a healthy tip) and he gave us a shrug off and said "like I said, it's not in my control." I suggest that the owners of Rue 57 replace their management team if they want to be known for customer service. Because in the restaurant business in New York, you can never make a foodie like me mad or we'll Yelp about it!!!
(1)Janet H.
beautiful restaurant with great atmosphere. their warm apple crepe is great, and omelets are good too. get the french fries - apparently they are famous for their fries.
(5)Jaime S.
very crowded at lunch because it is in a big business district, but everytime i've been there the food has been pretty good and in giant portions.
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