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Sardi's

In the heart of New York's Theatre District, Sardi's has been the toast of Broadway since 1921. Featuring continental cuisine, we are open Tuesday through Sunday.
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254 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
(254 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 254 reviews
5 stars
(100)
4 stars
(88)
3 stars
(49)
2 stars
(13)
1 star
(4)
Food 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Service 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Ambiance 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Noise Level
2.1 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • special occasion(86)
  • neighborhood gem(78)
  • good for groups(61)
  • hot spot(50)
  • fit for foodies(46)
  • great for lunch(42)
Sardi's Reviews List
Review 1 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/22/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Unique decor with a noteworthy assortment of appetizers, entrees, salads and desserts. Great service from an attentive staff made a memorable after theater visit for a recent trip to New York.
I recommend Sardi's highly.
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Dined on 5/22/2013
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 2 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

discover sardi's again..

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Dined on 5/14/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"what a wonderful surprise..my last 2 visits to sardi's had been private buffets upstairs, which were mediocre. my expectations for dinner for 2 before the theatre were not high...boy was I wrong! the historic, NY theatre main dining room was so pleasant, the waiter was efficient and friendly and the food was surprisingly good. gravlax plate to start, crab cakes to follow..and a walk across the stree to our 7:00 curtain...can't wait to return."
Dined on 5/14/2013
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Review 3 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Elegant and uplifting

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Dined on 5/18/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"As always, our evening at Sardis was delightful. The professional staff made us feel 'star-quality' special. The drinks were excellent, the wine superb and the food was perfect. From steak to pasta, every dish was spectacular! Like a fine Chanel suit, Sardis never goes out of style!"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, late-night find, special occasion
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Review 4 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

What a gem

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Dined on 5/17/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great location, food and service. Enjoyed it immensely."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, romantic, scenic view, late-night find, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 5 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Living on past reputation and name

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Dined on 3/30/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"It is difficult to find a bad restaurant in New York - but one sure way to do so is to take the "safe" road to a well known tradition in Time Square. I wish we would have selected an unknown place that still had to work to earn a reputation as Sardi's was average at best.
Do yourself a favor and Wake up your sense of adventure - skip this NYC Classic that is making a living on its past reputation."
Dined on 3/30/2013
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Review 6 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

An Institution!

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Dined on 5/15/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"If you order right, you can have a very nice meal here and enjoy the wonderful surroundings and service of this venerable Broadway institution. First couple of times I ate here, it was with relatives from out of town and I played it safe with my food choices...and was very disappointed. I decided to try it one more time and strayed from the tried and true and have discovered that some of the meals are delicious and it is perfect if seeing a show in the mid-40s. Last visit I enjoyed a Seafood Cobb with a citrus dressing that was fantastic! Give it a try and be adventurous."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 7 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Sardi's - A tradition

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"After taking my mother to Sardi's a few years back, I knew what kind of environment I was going to find - something a little upbeat as far as the amount of people and great food! So, needless to say it was the first and only place I thought of for our anniversary dinner - and boy neither one of us was disappointed. A place we'd be willing to go to again for a fine meal."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, scenic view, special occasion
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Review 8 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

What a great place!

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Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Sardi's had wonderful food. The Prix Fixe menu was great with a large selection at a decent price. Dr. Ruth was even seated next to me."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 9 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 4/02/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Perfect for before theatre dining! It's the only restaurant we go to in the area."
Dined on 4/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 10 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Good Time

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"My Wife and I went to Sardi's and had a good time. Food was good, a little expensive but not exorbitant. Nice ambience. Relatively fast service and our waitress was very nice and personable."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: hot spot, special occasion
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Review 11 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great Place Before Theatre

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Dined on 5/09/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Sardis is a great go to restaurant for theatre. A bit pricey, but great food and drink..it's fun to see all the stars caricatures on the walls"
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 12 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

ambience

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Dined on 5/08/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This has become a place to go for the surroundings. The food is fine, not outstanding, but expensive for what it is. Stick to their signature dishes and look around, that is what you are paying for"
Dined on 5/08/2013
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Review 13 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Pre-theatre splurge!

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Dined on 5/08/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I always enjoy lunch at Sardi's before a theatre matinee. Celebrity siting does not disappoint, either! Kathy Lee Gifford & Hoda Kopfe were at a nearby table and the room buzzed."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 14 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Traditional Times Square favorite

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Dined on 5/08/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food was good, but nothing special. Our waiter didn't speak English very well, so when we asked for the specials, he just pointed to a printed out listing on the menu."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Our favorite Pre-Show dinner! It never disappoints and the staff is remarkable."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 16 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/05/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"One thing I did note was when I told my waiter that I had forgotten to mention Open Table when I came in, he just said, Oh it doesn't matter.". I thought that was strange."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 17 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Sardi's location

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I've been 3 or 4 times in the past 2 years because the location is on top of most of the theaters we are going to. This past Saturday will be our last visit. The food is mediocre - the lines at the rest rooms are unbelievably long and on top of that we have to climb up a full set of stairs to get to. The salads had too much dressing - my shrimp were over grilled and cooked. Too bad because it is so convenient but that is it's only good feature. It's been going down hill."
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 18 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Good Old Sardi's

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Dined on 5/01/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This is a typical NY restaurant with the addition of all of the personality caricatures that make the decor very interesting. Food is always excellent, service outstanding and they can get you out in time for your Broadway show no matter what else happens. A New york institution!"
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 19 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Wish I could say I loved it. But...

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I really would like to love Sardi's - I remember going there when I was a kid and remember it in its prime. The location is great for theater and it has lots of history, but food is modest and service makes you feel like they are somewhat bothered you are there."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2004
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Review 20 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

I would never go hereof the

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I would never go hereof the theater wasn't close"
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2010
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Review 21 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Don't order the Tatare

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We were visiting NYC and wanted to catch a couple of shows. We saw Book of Mormon at a matinee and then had a 7:00 showtime to see Silence the musical...Sardis was half way between making it a convenient stopping point for dinner. I had been there years ago, but my partner hadn't so we decided it would be fun to go to the iconic restaurant.
It was awful! Food was just poorly cooked. Service was good and the ambiance is old school...and that with the cocktails was fun....
But the food...what they did was a crime...and the sad thing is that I ordered the steak tatar...and there was this whole presentation of the raw ingredients and then it was made fresh and presented to you....yeah....it tasted like a raw lipton onion soup burger!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2006
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Review 22 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Choice before your Show

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Attentive, friendly service, no problem making
The show. Good food, nice atmosphere !
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Dined on 04/25/2013
 2012
Special Features: special occasion, hot spot
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Review 23 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Old style Broadway Glamour.

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Always a treat to visit for the theatrical ambiance and old world panache."
Dined on 04/24/2013
 2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 24 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

After theater perfection

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great meal for after theater. Joined by 2 good friends and accomodations were easily adjusted. Center of theater district, making location that much better. Yes, it is an old standby, but there are reasons good places stand the test of times. Perfect for a late dinner!"
Dined on 04/23/2013
 2011
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, special occasion
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Review 25 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

It's all a out the history

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"It's all a out the history here. The staff is tired. The food is tired. Even the bartender was tired (our Manhattans were dreadful and served in a wine glass). It felt like they've been cruising for too long & reality is catching up."
Dined on 04/23/2013
 2007
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Review 26 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

A fading legend

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Sardi's is a theater district institution and that will never change. However, I wonder if they've lost sight of the original experience and atmosphere that earned the restaurant its reputation. Today, it seems oriented towards churning tourists through as quickly as possible with deteriorating food and service quality, but continued mid to high level prices. The physical location and caricatures on wall are pretty much all that's left of the legend.
I took my daughter there pre-theater and felt sad to see what has become of it since the first time my own mother took me there pre-theater.
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Dined on 04/20/2013
 2002
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 27 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Sardi's definitely held up

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Sardi's definitely held up to its tradition. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Thanks for making our supper a memorable one!"
Dined on 04/18/2013
 2010
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem
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Review 28 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

I'm glad to see this old NY

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I'm glad to see this old NY restaurant still thriving and will return because of it's unique vibe. It's time for a paint job but I appreciate so much the very professional service the "famous menu selections" which I think they have wisely kept on the menu and a decent bubbly for $8!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2005
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 29 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Returned again after briadway

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Returned again after briadway play and had a fabulous meal. Great service."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 30 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The food was OK. Service

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was OK. Service was close to poor. Great location and great cocktails are the redeeming factors."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2004
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups
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Review 31 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This was our third time visiting

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This was our third time visiting this restaurant. The service and food were excellent every time."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem
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Review 32 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

First time there. Was exactly

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"First time there. Was exactly what I expected in the Bway theater district. Wasn't disappointed!"
Dined on 04/03/2013
 2005
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 33 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Sardi's -- 40 Years of Great Meals

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I have been going to Sardi's for over 40 years and can honestly say I've never had a bad meal. When you walk in the door, you feel an immediate connection to the Broadway community, to whom Sardi's has been a friend and partner for almost a century.
Their onion soup is one of the best first courses in Manhattan. I have two favorite entrees, curried chicken and cannelloni au gratin. I've also like Sardi's pasta with chicken, which is good old fashioned (Italian) comfort food.
Sardi's is a great place to take out-of-town guests who enjoy theater. If they have never been there, it will be a highlight of their trip. Whomever you dine with, Patrick, grandson of founder, Vincent Sardi, and the staff will ensure a fine dining experience.
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Dined on 04/16/2013
 2011
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 34 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Sardi's is a New York institution,

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Sardi's is a New York institution, worth checking out for a throwback to three-martini lunches of the Mad Men era. A grand dining room with chartictures on the walls is the ambiance. The service is friendly, and the fact is the food is good and very reasonably priced, especially for NY."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2007
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 35 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

i usually make reservation

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"i usually make reservation at sardis directly. this time i used open table, I felt that the maitr d was not as accomodating as usuual."
Dined on 04/10/2013
 2006
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Review 36 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Good food straight up presentation

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Good food straight up presentation waiters a little surely. If that doesn't bother you you will enjoy lunch."
Dined on 04/10/2013
 2008
Special Features: great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 37 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

An old favorite for crab cakes,

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"An old favorite for crab cakes, cannoli and onion soup.
The chick pea soup should never have left the kitchen.
Manager dialing cell phone when we arrived. Never looked up.
Because it was 9:30 on a Tuesday night the noise level was great.
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Dined on 04/09/2013
 2009
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Review 38 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Service was really lacking.

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Service was really lacking. Server was virtually absent for most of the meal. People who sat down next to us when we got there got their food before our order was even taken. He pretended to not know about the lower price actors menu then after we ordered from it, billed us full price. When we said something, he pulled the actors menu right out and seemed quite familiar with it. We live in the neighborhood and always wanted to go but won't go back due to the service."
Dined on 04/09/2013
 2003
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Review 39 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Not to be missed.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
"No place like Sardi's. Food is great; familiar faces on the wall; you may even see "one" at the table close to yours."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 40 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Rare for expectations to be

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Rare for expectations to be exceeded. Exceptional experience pre-theater."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2005
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Review 41 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Was ok food for a pre show

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Was ok food for a pre show dinner but a little expensive for what you get"
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2012
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, great for lunch
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Review 42 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Fun place for a special occassion

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I took my 13 year old niece for her birthday. It was her #1 choice as she aspires to have her picture on the wall someday. She had a great time and the food was much better than I expected. It was the perfect place to mark her #13 birthday."
Dined on 04/05/2013
 2004
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 43 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The service was very attentive

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
"The service was very attentive and friendly."
Dined on 04/05/2013
 2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 44 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Bravo, Sardi's! Great food

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Bravo, Sardi's! Great food and exceptional service! Always a wonderful experience and a must to compliment your broadway experience!"
Dined on 04/05/2013
 2006
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 45 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

A New York gem. Good food

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"A New York gem. Good food and superb service in an atmosphere of old Broadway."
Dined on 04/04/2013
 2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, late-night find
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Review 46 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Classic old school dining.

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Classic old school dining. You know what you are getting, traditional and classic service. Not for foodies, but for NY city nostalgia a must visit. You will not be disappointed, but you will also not be overly impressed. A living "dining museum" if you will. Convenient to times square and theater district."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 47 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Everyone else at my table

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Everyone else at my table seemed to enjoy their food but the Sardi's Shrimp that I had 3/29/13 was so bad I didn't even eat more than one piece. I'm not very picky at all but it had zero flavor and the sauce was bland and watery. The rice tasted as if it was Uncle Ben's. Terrible.
The bread bowl was good."
Dined on 03/29/2013
 2013
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Review 48 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

If you want a pretheater experience

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"If you want a pretheater experience long on ambiance but short on culinary excellence, this is it! Took a party of 8 (5 teens) before a show. Excellent classic Broadway atmosphere complete with hundreds of charicatures on the walls, brass fixtures and waitstaff in bowties and vests. We even spotted a D-list celebrity. Exactly the kind of food you might expect- better than hotel banquet food, but nothing to shout about. Overall a fun NY experience, and more affordable than most surrounding sit-down restaurants."
Dined on 03/27/2013
 2009
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Review 49 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best cannelloni in the world!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Best cannelloni in the world! We always have a scrumptious meal at reasonable prices."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2011
Special Features: kid-friendly, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 50 for Sardi's
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The food wasn't as good as

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The food wasn't as good as I had expected. Dh's steak was overlooked, but the Demi glacé was impressive. My crab cakes had so much filler, including what I assume are roasted veggies, but really just tastes like broccoli. Beautiful interior (though needs an update) and fun looking at the caricatures around the room was fun!"
Dined on 03/28/2013
 2013
Special Features: hot spot
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