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Molyvos

Molyvos is the closest you can get to Greece in New York City. Critics agree that Molyvos serves perhaps the finest example of Greek cuisine in New York, and beyond. People from around the world have discovered that Molyvos serves the true foods and wines of Greece, along with a large dose of the country’s warm and lively spirit. Molyvos’ menu is built upon the home-style cooking of Greece, with dishes elevated through the talents and professional expertise of executive chef James Botsacos. He prepares each of the authentic recipes using classical cooking techniques and the superior ingredients available to him. The wine list, under the keen direction of Kamal Kouiri, is unique for its depth and breadth of excellent Greek labels and small producers from the Mediterranean whose wine deserves to be enjoyed. Molyvos also boasts a carefully selected Pre and Post-theatre menu that perfectly accompanies an evening of entertainment.
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461 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
(461 Reviews)
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Rating Breakdown 461 reviews
5 stars
(150)
4 stars
(231)
3 stars
(59)
2 stars
(13)
1 star
(8)
Food 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Noise Level
2.1 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • fit for foodies(208)
  • neighborhood gem(153)
  • good for groups(120)
  • special occasion(116)
  • notable wine list(65)
  • great for lunch(61)
Molyvos Reviews List
Review 1 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

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Dined on 5/22/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Do not dine here if you're on a tight schedule. I was there for lunch and had more than an hour before I had to leave for an appointment. Our orders were taken on a timely basis and our appetizers were served fairly promptly, but I had to leave before my entree was served."
Dined on 5/22/2013
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Review 2 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

First time visitor

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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
"made the reservation based on a recommendation from a co-worker. Could not have been a better recommendation. Will definitely visit again!"
Dined on 5/22/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 3 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Even better than the last visit

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Dined on 5/15/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"My dinner at Molyvos in January was so good, I brought my wife on my next trip to NY in May. She was equally impressed. The highlight for my wife was the grilled octopus appetizer. For me it was the roasted sweetbreads special. We also enjoyed very much the beet/bean salad and the swordfish special. A fine bottle of Kir-Yianni xinomavro matched perfectly. Service was timely and the wine recommendations were excellent."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 4 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Super soft shell crabs

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Dined on 5/16/2013
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
"We're glad we were able to have the crabs as the season for them is so short. The bread pudding was a perfect finale for the dinner."
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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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
Quiet
Quiet
"After theater dining was just right. Food was delicious and the atmosphere was perfect. Not at all noisy...relaxing and informal but very nice (white tablecloths) with friendly, efficient service."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 6 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Favorite near Carnegie Hall

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We had our third brunch at Molyvos, and it was again delightful. We are planning another visit soon."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 7 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/18/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was delicious! The service was polite, available if we needed them, but not overly indulgent. And the noise level was quiet enough to have a conversation in a normal speaking tone. I would definitely go again."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 8 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Fished in once is enough

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Dined on 5/18/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Location seems to be the only thing keeping this place going. Going once means you won't return. Way below expectations. It doesn't make sense to put people in a corner out of the way when the place is half empty. Our server seemed not to be interested once we questioned him about the way the whole fish was priced. Very misleading (by the pound with nothing less than a pound and half for most items). The quality of the meal itself was below what we expected."
Dined on 5/18/2013
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Review 9 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

How the mighty have fallen

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Dined on 5/18/2013
Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
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Quiet
Quiet
"This restaurant used to be a favorite. We had not been there in a long time. We were so sad to find that the standards had fallen to such a low. The food was mediocre at best, the service perfunctory and the ambience faded."
Dined on 5/18/2013
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Review 10 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A gem of Greek dining

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Dined on 4/26/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I came here years ago and then came back the next night again. 5 years later, it was the destination dining spot of our visit to NYC. Tasted Greek wines I never would even find back home and the food is always superb."
Dined on 4/26/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 11 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent greek food and wines

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Dined on 5/16/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The quality of the food and wine is outstanding. An amazing wine list, a remarkably authentic menu of greek food. An excellent way to enjoy Molyvos is to order a range of appetizers for the table along with a spectrum of their wines. Service is unobtrusive, but attentive and excellent. They can provide knowledgable advice for those not familiar with Greek wines - there are some really fine ones. The grilled octopus is beautiful."
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list
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Review 12 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

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Dined on 5/16/2013
Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"absolutely fabulous. we were three generations, and everyone was happy. we were immediately asked if need to make a theater time and when i replied that we were in NO RUSH, the waiter understood that we wanted to dine leisurely. we sat and enjoyed for about three hours. it was a wonderful celebratory dinner."
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 13 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Liked it enough to come back . . .

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Dined on 5/16/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Hii - I was in for dinner c. 11;00 PM Thursday, 17 May 2013
Food, ambience, service, and waiter were excellent. This was my second time there with a different guest and it was a result of my first visit with other guests that I came back. Thank you.
Brian"
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: late-night find
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Review 14 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Before Carnegic Hall...

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Dined on 5/16/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"there's no place better! Molyvos is an old reliable for me. I know I'll have a fine meal with excellent Greek wine at a very reasonable price. I do miss the lamb ravioli but there are other wonders on the menu that are equally fine. The chef came out at one point and was smiling. This is always a good sign. Molyvos has a happy buzz that really appeals to me. I'll always go back to this one!"
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 15 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Good Greek

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Dined on 5/16/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"It's on par with the best of the Greek in NYC. Food is good but if you are under 50 in there they may offer you a booster seat."
Dined on 5/16/2013
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Review 16 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

A Lovely Dining Experience

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Dined on 5/14/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"From the expert service to the delicious food, this is one of my favorite Greek restaurants. We were a party of 4 and everyone loved their lunch. They have a pre-fix $25 3 course meal that is unbeatable. There is something for everyone to eat here. The baklava is a must for dessert."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 17 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Delightful and reliable

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Perfect for pre- or post City Center and Carnegie Hall dining, I've been dining here for years and the food and service have remained at a very high level. The recent interior renovation has made the space look brighter but still manages to offer a quieter ambiance than many other restaurants in the area. I believe the room can accommodate larger groups as well as intimate dinners for two."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 18 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Interesting Choices, Good Quality

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Dined on 5/09/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We had dinner before a show. The service was professional and not obtrusive. There is an interesting selection of beers including drafts as well as a nice Greek wine list. The food choices nicely accommodated the vegetarian with a creative stuffed pepper meal and the meat dish had tender lamb falling off the bone. The crowd was fairly senior, the prices were more than you might expect, the restaurant busy (this took a little away from the ambience) and were were seated very close to other dinners. I'm inspired to taste and prepare new foods based on this visit."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 19 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

disappointed

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I have eaten at Molyvos in the past for lunch and dinner but this lunch was quite a disappointment. The appetizer course was good but all of our main courses were overcooked and salty. The poached eggs were hard boiled and the baked eggs had such a hard crust on them that could not be cut through. The casserole was more tomato sauce than egg"
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 20 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Consistently delicious!

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Dined on 5/12/2013
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
"Order the lavraki and the pitzarea gigantes (bean salad)...you won't be disappointed."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 21 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Greek Supreme

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"If you enjoy Greek cuisine, this is the place to go. Equally, the Greek wine list can't be beat and the staff is extremely helpful to assist at your price point. Definitely would return."
Dined on 5/11/2013
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Review 22 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Service?

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Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food was wonderful, but the service was lacking. The waiter kept rushing away before we finished speaking to him; the service people were taking away plates before the whole table was finished. That may be ok for a diner but not for a fine restaurant."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 23 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"good food that is not on every menu. great prix fixe ealy evening. abh"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 24 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Greek

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Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"If you like Greek food and are looking in Midtown West, Molyvos is a good choice. The menu is fine, with a decent amount of variety, though in keeping with Greek tradition, it's a bit on the lamb-centric side."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 25 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Wonderful Pre-Theater Dinner!

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Dined on 5/09/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Our reservations were for 6:30 and we were able to order the Prix Fixe dinner. The choices were very good and the food was
excellent! Great place to go before Carnegie Hall!
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Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, kid-friendly
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Review 26 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Adequate

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Good choice for proximity to Time Warner Center, also City Center. Menu features Greek specialities, somewhat blandly prepared. Pre-dinner prix fixe is reasonable value. Gets crowded prior to evening performance curtain time--come early."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 27 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

I will try it again

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This was our first visit and as we were escorted to our table, it looked so warm and inviting. However, we kept walking and walking and were seated at a table was right by the kitchen door. We watched a parade of servers throughout the meal hustle in and out of the kitchen and thus the ambiance was not very appealing at all. The wine list is extensive and the server really didn't help me zone in on what I wanted so a more knowledgeable person , like a sommelier, should be helping with this decision. The food is good and service attentive so we will try it again and hope we get a better table."
Dined on 5/10/2013
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Review 28 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Totally OK

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Dined on 5/09/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Nothing fabulous, but a pleasant prix fixe at $25."
Dined on 5/09/2013
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Review 29 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/08/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
4 / 3
Energetic
"Great for ticketholders for City Center and Carnegie hall."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 30 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/07/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Molyvos presented a wide variety of classic and modern Greek dishes; I believe there is something for everyone to be found on their menu. I was pleased to find some wines from Greece that were dry, delicious and served at a perfect temperature."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 31 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

For Fans of Fish

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Dined on 5/07/2013
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
"The octopus appetizer alone is reason to dine at Molyvos. The entrees are great too. I've had the lamb chops in the past and this most recent visit my girlfriend and I had pink salmon and black sea bass. Both were excellent."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 32 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/05/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We typically don't frequent Greek restaurants because I am Greek and I cook Greek food at home but we went for a traditional Easter dinner and the food was delicious. Often Greek restauarant food is overpriced, heavy and mediocre but Molyvos is an exception. The pre-fix Easter dinner was well worth the price. The meze of Glykadakia, sautéed sweetbreads, was flavorful, the traditional Easter soup, Magiritsa, was light with a refreshing lemon and egg finish. The lamb, with artichokes and fava beans, were cooked perfectly. Dessert, Galaktoboureko, which is semolina custard wrapped in phyllo, can be tough and sticky but it was exceptional; crisp and light.
Our server was not too personable, but acceptable nevertheless. Highly recommended.
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Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, great for lunch, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 33 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Highly overrated

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Dined on 5/05/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
4 / 3
Energetic
"Extremely disappointing. The foot was totally average. None of our 4 different appetizers and 4 main courses were more than OK..sad to say that I can find much better food at much lower prizes in NJ.. Would not go back, and would not recommend.."
Dined on 5/05/2013
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Review 34 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 4/14/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We really enjoyed the authenticity of the restaurant. The small dishes are perfectly proportioned and satisfying. We've been here twice and will continue to enjoy. You can't go wrong with anything they prepare."
Dined on 4/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 35 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

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Dined on 5/03/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Pretty restaurant but very disappointing dinner experience due to poor service and uneven food. They were not busy but it was 15 minutes before the waiter took our drink orders. We waited a long time for our drinks - and then we had to remind the waiter that there was a missing drink. Some appetizers were good - the grilled octopus was flavorful and tender, the sardines were perfectly grilled. The greek salad and hummus was acceptable. But the mousaka was oily and salty and the grilled fish dry. Waiter forgot one of our side orders. Dinner with drinks (no dessert) was over $60 pp. You can do much better for that price. We will not be returning."
Dined on 5/03/2013
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Review 36 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Pleasant service, fine food

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Dined on 5/03/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We took advantage of the pre-theater menu. The garlic soup was delicious. Those of us who got the salmon brochette as a main course were very encouraged when the server asked how we wanted the fish cooked and sure enough it was delivered just as ordered, not dry as fish skewers tend to be. The roast chicken was boned except for the wing with crispy skin - very nice. The wine list is of Greek wines only and the server was very helpful in choosing a bottle. We were dining with friends we hadn't seen in a while and were particularly grateful that were were not hurried out or made to feel uncomfortable for lingering to talk. We all had a delightful time."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 37 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/02/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Delicately prepared food with outstanding flavors, truly delicious with attentive but unobtrusive service. Definite 5 stars!"
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 38 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Mezza - Mezza

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Dined on 5/02/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Good mezze but softshell crab disappointing--very mushy and oversauced. However, grilled octopus was terrific as usual. Will stick to that next time.
Very convenient to Carnegie Hall and quieter than the circus that is Trattoria del Arte, but for great Greek food not too too far away I'd stick with Uncle Nick's, both for quality and price.
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Dined on 5/02/2013
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Review 39 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Good Food, Accommodating Service

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Dined on 4/29/2013
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
"Had an early Monday evening dinner here with 2 out-of-town colleagues. We each chose the prix-fixe dinner. The food was very good as was the service. I had requested a quiet table (if possible) for this business dinner, and the restaurant provided us with an excellent table at the back of the restaurant where it was quieter but not isolated. Overall a very good experience"
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 40 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 4/29/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"excellentstill after all these years"
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 41 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great before theatre menu!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great before theatre menu! Pleasant attentive waitress. Best Greek salad in a long time."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2011
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Review 42 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Service was uneven and brusque.

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Service was uneven and brusque. Grilled fish selections could be excellent but the waiter advised that the minimum for most of the itms was for over a pound of fish. Too much food for most diners and too expensive"
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 43 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Food and service were great.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food and service were great. Good pre theater dinner in a relaxing atmosphere away from the Times Square maddness"
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 44 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I loved the food, and the

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I loved the food, and the service was attentive and helpful. I will certainly be back."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 45 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent service, fine Greek

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Excellent service, fine Greek food, pleasant ambiance. Would be happy to go again."
Dined on 04/25/2013
 2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 46 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wow a great place. We were

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Wow a great place. We were amazed. The food, everything we ate, was wonderful."
Dined on 04/25/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 47 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We enjoyed a great dinner

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
"We enjoyed a great dinner after a matinee of little plates. We especially liked the lamb and pork sausage, hummus, grilled octopus and the great pita bread. They had a good list of glasses of wine and our waiter recommended the perfect Greek wine to add to our meal. The service was great and we will return."
Dined on 04/24/2013
 2001
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 48 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Molyvos is always a pleasure

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Molyvos is always a pleasure to visit!"
Dined on 04/23/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 49 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Good dining but the average

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Good dining but the average age of the customers was 73..."
Dined on 04/22/2013
 2013
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Review 50 for Molyvos
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

This is one of my favorite

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
"This is one of my favorite restaurants in the city. I have a number of friends with food-allergies, and the simple preparations (of extremely high-quality ingredients) mean they can eat delicious food without being nervous about their health. It's reasonably quiet, meaning I can actually have a conversation with the people I'm eating with (amazing!). The staff is pleasant, and even the decaf is good."
Dined on 04/22/2013
 2007
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