Tom Colicchio’s Craft was awarded three stars by the New York Times and won the prestigious James Beard Award for Best New Restaurant. In 2010, Tom Colicchio won the James Beard Award for Best Chef. Craft is recognized for its commitment to the use of the finest seasonal ingredients sourced from family farms, dayboat fishermen and specialized ranchers. We prepare these pristine ingredients simply in order to showcase the essence of each ingredient. At Craft, Executive Chef James Tracey, Chef de Cuisine Chris Lavey, Pastry Chef Abby Swain and the hospitable staff ask diners to build their own a la carte menu or choose from the seasonal seven-course tasting menu.
"Planned a food-centric weekend to NYC and chose Craft as one of the destinations. Started with the Crispy Bacon and Pickled Ramps which was a mistake. The flavor was excellent but the dish was not what I anticipated. Expected more ramps enhanced with bacon. The fat of the bacon was too heavy and affected the rest of the experience. Rabbit loin was excellent and the gnocchi probably the best I've ever had. My wife thoroughly enjoyed her short rib (though the bacon & ramp dish made it tough to get through) and her risotto was outstanding. The best she said she's ever had. Cocktails were inventive and delicious. We did not have room for dessert."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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"SO nice to go to a restaurant with delicious food & great service! Our waiter was knowledgeable & attentive ~ knew about our dietary restrictions & offered great alternatives! Our dinner was delightful! We will return!"
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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"Dining is memorable experience at Craft. The food is excellent and the service extremely professional and warm. This was a birthday celebration for a friend and they went out of their way to make it enjoyable."
Dined on 5/07/2013
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"I recently dined again at Craft and my experience was just as perfect as each of my previous visits.
The entire staff is amazing. Friendly, knowledgeable, and so accommodating. This first rate hospitality is equally matched by the skill in the kitchen. Every single dish we had was outstanding. Besides laying claim to the best Pomme Puree in the world, the Rabbit, Chicken, and carrots were all absolutely delicious.
A manager was even kind enough to offer me a recipe card for the Pomme Puree. Everyone went above and beyond.
Craft is easily one of the top 5 restaurants in New York City. It is worth a trip for any reason you can come up with!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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"Overall our experience was very good. The service was amazing. The food was cook perfectly. The only draw back was that the preparation was almost too simple to justify the cost."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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"We have been to many "top chef" restaurants in the NY metro area over the years and our experience here was truly enjoyable. Great service from the moment we walked in. The staff couldn't have been more accommodating in all aspects. All of our dishes were fantastic (appetizers, entrees and sides) . The extra nice touches were the complimentary small appetizer and dessert dishes they provided as well as a very tasty banana chip loaf that they gave us as we left the restaurant. Very classy! One of the best things we found was that while the restaurant was full and vibrant, we were actually able to have a normal conversation with our friends due to the great sound acoustics in the restaurant. We will be going back."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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"Frist time at Craft and enjoyed it! Great variety of seasonal foods. We ordered ala carte and had nice variety of flavors with the help of our excellent waiter. The tasting menu looks great- try that the next time."
Dined on 5/11/2013
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"This was my first visit to Craft and I was absolutely delighted with the experience. The ambience was wonderful--big tables and wonderfully decorated--very chic and elegant. I kept telling my dining companions that I never wanted to leave! The service was superb--we were waited on with care and attention but without being smothered. The food was delicious, simply but elegantly presented. The portions were just right. The amuse bouche was a tasty surprise, the bread was fabulous, and the main entrees were marvelous. I had the rabbit loin with fresh asparagus (I thank the waiter for his vegetables recommendation). The dessert was even better. Then as we left, we were given small loaves of banana bread with chocolate chips. Wonderful!"
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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"Must go! Not only do have incredible drinks and dishes (have to try the crispy bacon w/ramps if it is still on the menu) and staff, it was mentioned it was my birthday on the reservation and they printed my name on the menu! Tom truly knows how to "Craft" a restaurant together from ambiance to drinks and food to training his outstanding staff to going above and beyond to make their customer feel special! Thank you!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, notable wine list, special occasion
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"Recommended by trip advisor, a group of us for dinner. Immediately realised that the wine prices were outrageous. (Noticed that no-one else in restaurant had bottles of wine on their tables!!) However,service very good and majority of the food was excellent. I had octopus followed by armish chicken, our party had a variety of dishes. No service charge added so gave a tip of $55 which the waiter complained about directly to us as this was equivalent to 10%. We all felt that this place is over priced and over rated."
Dined on 5/05/2013
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"We went to Craft to celebrate my father's birthday, and it was an excellent experience all around (even for my grandparents in their 80s). The ambiance was festive (not too uptight like some nice restaurants where you feel like you have to be hushed) but still quiet enough for our older family members to be able to hear and participate in the conversation. The food was AMAZING (as always - we've been before), and the service was excellent. Thanks, Craft, for a wonderful evening. Dad says it was the best birthday ever!"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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"Food is ok, not special. Served in separate serving dishes for you to then move over onto your plate by whatever means available (spoon, knife, forklift), resulting in waiters constantly hovering about to remove the empty service dishes in the middle of your meal, once you'd served yourself. Our party included four elderly parents, and our waiter was impatient with them, even tapping the table in front of one of them as if to say, pay attention. Our table was situated under an air conditioning vent, which meant that not only were we cold but the food instantly became cold upon being delivered to the table-not news to the restaurant, which provided pashminas to the ladies, but our waiter argued with us when we told him the food was cold."
Dined on 5/04/2013
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"We came in on our last night in NYC (visiting from the Pacific Northwest) The hostess, the manager and the wait staff paid attention to every detail and gave us special attention. The food was outstanding! Highly recommend. I hope this wonderful restaurant stays in the neighborhood for another 12 years and more!"
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch, special occasion
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"Went for a birthday dinner with my parents and it was absolutely amazing. One of the best dinners I've had in the city thus far. Scallops were cooked to perfection and every waitstaff that I came into contact with (from the hostess to the person who poured my water) wished me a happy birthday. Attentive (but not overly attentive) staff, good ambiance, and phenomenal food."
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"We ordered the tasting menu & I was greatly surprised by the portion size. I am used to smaller portions for the tasting & while my husband was able to finish each course, I sadly had to stop eating most of my courses in order to make it to the end!
The short ribs were THE BEST I've ever had! I believe that was my favorite course!"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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"From the hostess to the wait staff - everyone was pleasant, proper, and helpful. Our waiter was extremely knowledgeable about the menu and just an absolute delight.
The food was all I had hoped it would be - perfectly seasoned, artfully prepared, and incredibly delicious.
Wonderfully relaxed atmosphere.
My new favorite!"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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"beautiful restaurant....terrific menu......great service........my only complaint is the background music - I like The Rolling Stones and Creedance Clearwater Revival, but not blasting away in my ears at an elegant, sophisticated and expensive ($500 for 3 people with wine and cocktails)restaurant."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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"I would recommend NOT attending this restaurant as it is far from TOP CHEF quality. If the owners of the restaurant knew the level of service and quality they would rethink their strategy. The service was slow and awkward for most of our section of the restautant. When our appetizers where served the menus where not taken, so we put them a the side of an already small table. When our main course arrived, we recieved our sides first and had such a gap in service that we finished our sides before our entree arrived. When the entree arived, both of our dishes were not hot. When we advised the server the they brought our dishes to be heated. All that was done was they resauced the dishes. They came back cold again."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2013
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"Unfortunately, half the courses in the tasting menu ($130 per person) were either lackluster or sub par: Bland and boring or far too salty. One might do better choosing from the main entrees and side dishes. Or ask the excellent staff for a recommendation. The ambiance is good and the service excellent."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2010
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"a staple good kitchen. Not innovative but even as a stable fare - boring. Service was on time and in place and it feels like a well oiled machine; but just a machine with no spirit."
Dined on 04/07/2013
2013
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"Fantastic dining experience. The entire wait staff was extremely attentive and made us feel very special especially since it was a celebratory dinner. The food was great. We had the american wagyu culotte and various sides included bok choy, mashed potatoes, risotto, and flava beans. The wagyu was cooked exactly how I wanted (medium rare) although a little salty for my taste and the mashed potatoes were deliciously creamy. I highly recommend the risotto - great flavor and cooked to perfection. Enjoyed all the desserts especially the Chocolate Pretzel Tart."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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"The restaurant is warm and friendly; the staff is efficient, plentiful, yet unobtrusive. The food is wonderfully prepared with reasonable portions. I highly recommend this gem of a restaurant."
Dined on 04/23/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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"Good meal. Had a nice foie gras dish, great scallops and yummy fava beans. Would definitely recommend. Is a bit pricey for what you get, but overall a really good meal."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies
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"With a stellar wine list and impeccable service, Craft stands shoulders above the rest. My one small complaint would be the rather too concentrated sauces used with the meat dishes that resulted in rather too salty to eat morel mushrooms with the aged beef. I am not a big fan of over salted food which I find endemic in restaurant culture."
Dined on 04/22/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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"Everything we had from starters through dessert was fabulous. Save room for dessert - that was especially enjoyed by all 4 members of our party! Service was impeccable. Couldn't have been better."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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"Love this place. Consistently impeccable service and delicious food. Its managed extremely well, decorated beautifully and very clean. I recommend for any occasion but they make special occasions very special. They will even put your name on the menu!"
Dined on 04/21/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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"I was in NY for a short birthday visit and have always wanted to try Craft. Well it was great! Our wait staff took great care of us, and when they found out it was my birthday, gave me a cute birthday cake, that was delicious. Our choices varied from the agnolotti to the bacon with ramps for first course, then rabbit, wagyu and short ribs for main dishes accompanied by gnocchi, risotto, cauliflower and Swiss chard, all were excellent. The for dessert we had read the reviews and agreed to try the donuts, and pan perdue. That was all wrapped together by great beer and cocktail selections. I would love to go back and will make it a point to should I ever be in the area again. Thank you Craft!"
Dined on 04/19/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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"NOM! NOM! Yum. Craft is worth every penny we spent enjoying a lovely evening of culinary wonderment. Having watched Tom Collicheo on Top Chef, I felt pretty confident this wouldn't be a typical celebrity chef experience. Happily the food delivered in addition to the whole experience.
The dining room is gorgeous with leather accents on the walls along with wood and industrial style lighting. My husband and I commented several times that we were able to hear each other perfectly even though the joint was jam packed.
The menu was daunting and I had a terrible time deciding what I wanted. The waiter didn't help either when he kept saying how delicious every dish was I mentioned sounded good. Finally after much deliberation, we settled o"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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"Nice restaurant with excellent dishes. Pretty much aligned wuth Eurpean standards in the main courses. Limited offer in starters. Well serviced by a colombian waiter."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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"I booked for our 7th Anniversary and asked for private, quiet seating. Somehow, that meant to somebody "right by the front door and next to two tables of 8." When I asked to be movfed, they were very accommodating. Overall, extraordinary food and the "little things" that make for an exceptional dining experience."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"I went here with my husband as a gift from my father. Absolutely one of the best meals of my life! The staff was amazing and attentive. We tried 1 app, 1 salad, 2 entrees, 2 sides (starch and veg) and 2 desserts. We couldn't finish our plates and were stuffed when we left. They even gave us muffins to take home for breakfast. I would go here again and again!"
Dined on 04/14/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"Service and food were amazing! Went to celebrate my daughter's birthday and from the moment we walked in, the staff were great. Wished her happy birthday, had it printed on her menu, etc... Expensive, but worth every penny - great food and attention to detail - thanks!"
Dined on 04/16/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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"Arguably the best meal I can recall having - anywhere. The pan seared / broiled halibut was phenomenal and the wine listing is monumental. We went for our anniversary and they really went above and beyond to make it memorable including a special menu with our names mentioned and an anniversary desert plate. We definitely will be coming back to Craft."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"We decided to give Craft a try on our recent visit to NYC. The dinner was to be a birthday celebration dinner on our last night in town. Our entire experience was fantastic. I had let the restaurant know it was my husband's birthday and they had a special menu printed for him and he was able to bring it home. Each dish was fantastic- the flavors were perfect. The pastry chef sent out a small layer cake along with our dessert, very nice touch. The entire staff made us feel special and our entire experience was fantastic. The extra special muffin on our way out was wonderful. We WILL be back!!"
Dined on 04/14/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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