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West Bank Cafe
The West Bank Cafe has been serving exceptional American Fare to NYC theatre patrons as well as performers for over 30 years. Complementing the food is an award-winning California-focused wine list and a comfortable interior that includes the downstairs Laurie Beechman Theater, an 80-seat performance and private party space.
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272 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 272 reviews
5 stars
(62)
4 stars
(154)
3 stars
(50)
2 stars
(5)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(133)
- great for lunch(57)
- fit for foodies(55)
- good for groups(42)
- great for brunch(34)
- late-night find(30)
West Bank Cafe Reviews List
Review 1 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Pre theatre find
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Always looking for new places to eat near theatre district. This is a great new find for us even though restaurant has been open for more than thirty years. They were very aware of getting us in and out in time and soft shell crabs were done perfectly. Nice wine selections and specials."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, kid-friendly
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Review 2 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great place
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The quality of the food is the number one reason to go to the West Bank Cafe and everything else enhances the dining experience."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Eating At a Friend's House
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was wonderful,fresh and wholesome.
Steve the owner stops by to say hello and asks
How food was. Service was Tops with Courtesy
And attentiveness.
Steve the owner stops by to say hello and asks
How food was. Service was Tops with Courtesy
And attentiveness.
A Feel Good Place!"
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
42nd Street Gem
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We ate early so the restaurant was relatively empty. The service was excellent - extraordinarily attentive. The spaghetti squash was delicious as was the fabulous apple tarte tatin. We look forward to returning."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great menu. Fast service but not pushy. Good choice for pre-matinee lunch. Lots of choices."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 6 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food is always consistently good...Have been there many times for brunch when going to matinees...and dinner is very good too."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 7 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Went there before theatre performance on 10th Avenue. Early show starting a 7( student production.) They got us in and out on time. Food very good, service very good, ambience lovely. Very good spot, especially for that part of town."
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"there is no excuse for a waiter who does not speak English or know the menu and then argues with customers"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, romantic, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 9 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Enjoyable as always
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our Mother's Day brunch was just lovely, and we enjoyed a relatively quiet couple of hours eating the delicious meals we ordered as we usually do when we come in from Connecticut. The complimentary chocolate covered strawberry at the end was icing on the proverbial cake."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, special occasion
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Review 10 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Bad service
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went for a pre-theater dinner on a Saturday night. Our waiter was new. It didn't go well. He did not know the menu. He got orders wrong. One side dish never came. . I've eaten here before and will give it another chance because of its location but I was extremely disappointed."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Times Square Gem
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The West Bank Cafe is a very friendly, neighborhood bar/restaurant near Times Square moderately priced, with a good menu selection. A nice place to dine before or after the theater. Reservations recommended pre-theater."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Never disappointed.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We go there many times and they never disappointed us. Always serves great foods and services."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, romantic, late-night find, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 13 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A memorable meal
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Most pre-show dinners have a buffet line vibe. Not this one. I had the beet and goat cheese salad to start. It was perfectly dressed and absolutely delicious. The orange segments were a bright touch and balanced the dish. For my main course I had the pork chop. It was well seasoned and every bite was tender and juicy and not at all undercooked. What more can you ask for? You absolutely cannot eat here without trying the truffle mac and cheese. You'll lick the plate when no one's looking. Can't wait to go back when I can stay for dessert! The selection was incredibly tempting but the Divine Miss M was about to take the stage and we had to run."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 14 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"5 of us met here as a centrally located place for commuters from Brooklyn, Michigan, New Jersey, and Illinois. Keep the Risotto Balls and Spicy Shrimp with Fennel on the menu....THEY WERE GREAT!!!"
Dined on 5/06/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 15 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
almost missed the theater..........
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"you would think that a 5:45pm dinner reservation would get you out in time for a 7:30 curtain call across the street..........I think the waiters need hearing aids..........mentioned several times before ordering dessert we had time contraints......... no problem, dessert came at 7:15............ the week before we were 6 and had a great time, the waitress had asked before dinner if we were going to the theater and what time did we need to be there...........we were out of there by 7:00, in time to pick up our tixs and relaxed before show time. Too stressful............."
Dined on 5/06/2013
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Review 16 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
terrific restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Everything about this place is above par and it's the most dependable place we've found in the area. The food, service and ambiance are never disappointing."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Always a winner!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Reliable pre-theater choice for dinner. $35.00 3-courses, salmon or chicken, beautifully prepared, all fresh ingredients. Great service. lemon mousse is delicious!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 18 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food, overpriced wine.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very happy with our selection of restaurants, but I'm tired of paying more for one glass of wine than I can buy a bottle for -- our bar bill was more than our food bill -- that's just not right!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 19 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Been going for 35 years.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"So why stop just because I moved to N.C.? I go nearly every time I come back to NYC.... this visit displayed all the things I love about the West Bank Cafe....really friendly staff, terrific food. I had something I rarely have anymore; a cheddar cheese burger...perfectly medium rare and the beef truly tasty. It also side-stepped a pet peeve of mine, it was not too big or stuffed with things to be able to eat like a polite person in public....and I did not end up wearing it!
This place is rightfully packed, especially now that 42nd St. Is the new Theatre Row. After 8pm it quiets down for a couple of hours, for a time frame that allows you to linger.....I have no reason not to keep loving this terrific place!"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem
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Review 20 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My friends and I enjoyed a leisurely lunch before the nearby matinee. Menu choice was diversified, service was very good, and desserts delicious."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 21 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"West Bank never disappoints...food and service can't be beat. The price fixe is a true bargain."
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 22 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
perfect pre-theatre
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"perfect pre-theatre- allow for 2 hours"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 23 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent choice for attendees
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent choice for attendees of 42nd St Theaters........"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 24 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This was my first return visit
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was my first return visit in some time. Enjoyed our lunch, especially because West Bank has a prix fixe for $20 that is most excellent - and a great value: 3 courses"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 25 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Again, we went to this restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Again, we went to this restaurant before theater. Again I had the great turkey sandwich and again I enjoyed it very much."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2008
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 26 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I dine at the West Bank Cafe
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I dine at the West Bank Cafe frequently and have left a number of reviews here. The menu is simple, unchanging, and reliable - except for a few specials offered each evening. On my last visit, I sampled of each of the entree specials and concluded that the chef had become more creative over time. The service seemed also to be particularly gracious."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2011
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Review 27 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This restaurant is a great
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This restaurant is a great pre-theatre go to! The steak was delicious."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2010
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Review 28 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Been to West Bank Cafe before.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Been to West Bank Cafe before. The food is wonderful, waitstaff pleasant and nice ambience. It's our go-to spot for lunch or dinner before the theatre. Knowledgeable about gluten-free and helpful when making my food selection."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 29 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We enjoy this restaurant,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We enjoy this restaurant, esecially after shows. The food and wine are consistently good. The table servers are always attentive. And, you can do some star-gazing, if that appeals to ou. They also have the best dessert in NYC -- the caramel toffee parfait!"
Dined on 04/19/2013
2009
Special Features: late-night find, romantic, special occasion
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Review 30 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Perfectly great food and service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Perfectly great food and service"
Dined on 04/18/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 31 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Pre-theatre dinner was great
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Pre-theatre dinner was great and reservation was on time; we were seated immediately. Waitress was polite, knowledgeable, and did not rush us. Food was delicious and prices were reasonable. I would go back again and recommend The West Bank Cafe."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 32 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great find for pre-theater
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Great find for pre-theater meal. Enjoyed our lunch!"
Dined on 04/17/2013
2005
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 33 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
In the theatre district..know
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"In the theatre district..know how to make it a quick, but rewarding experience."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 34 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Sat at the bar, service was
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Sat at the bar, service was disinterested and unfriendly as usual from the bartender."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2003
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Review 35 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
West Bank continues to make
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"West Bank continues to make the dining experience truly enjoyable. Food is uniformly good and plated and presented well. Lemon Mousse dessert is truly outstanding."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2000
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 36 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Still Comes Out On Top!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This place contiues to be the best in the hood. The food is always delicious and the service totally pro."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 37 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The tarragon chicken lunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The tarragon chicken lunch special was outstanding. The salads, ravioli and desserts were above average. Our server was professional, but the pacing of the courses and the time it took to get through a simple lunch was unfortunate. Perhaps 10 min to get water, another 10 min to get some bread. After ordering, perhaps 10-15 min to get our salads. Main courses arrived after another 15 minute wait. Dessert course was really slow in coming out of the kitchen. And all this while the restaurant was very slow...... only a few tables of customers. One of our party had scheduled a 1:30 meeting nearby, assuming he'd have plenty of time, given our noon reservation. He had to leave in a hurry after dessert barely arrived."
Dined on 04/15/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 38 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was very good. Service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was very good. Service was excellent. They were very accommodating. It's an excellent place for pre-theater dinner and/or drinks."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 39 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Once again I was happy with
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Once again I was happy with my choice for a pre theatre dinner. The braised halibut was great!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 40 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We have eaten here often,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We have eaten here often, before the theater and after. The food is usually quite good and the service as well. On Fri. night, speaking only fer myself of three, the entree (salmon) was passably good, but the salad was limp and the greens old. I know that there was difficulty with one person's dessert order, not only in terms of the kitchen not being able to make it(it was on the menu) but also the server's ability to make the problem comprehensible. Service in general was not good. It may just have been an off night all around."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2010
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Review 41 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Going downhill
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had been fans for some time, but the food has degenerated into the "tourist theater fare" that we have tried to escape. The freshness is missing and the idea that quantity can trump quality has emerged. The service was both rushed and wanting (entree came while we were eating our appetizers - the waitress was pleasant but unhelpful). I do not know why the chef thought that mixing marinara with pesto would be appetizing, but it is not. Further, if you would like to have a vegetarian option, why not saute the spaghetti squash in olive oil, rather than butter, so that the dish could possibly be vegan? (And taste better.)"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2007
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Review 42 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I have been going to West
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I have been going to West Bank Cafe for years. I always enjoy my meal. It is a great pre- or post-theatre restaurant."
Dined on 04/10/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem
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Review 43 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
As soon as the lunch/theater
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"As soon as the lunch/theater rush was over, the noise level diminished to low. Since we were a group of five with nowhere to go following lunch, we sat for a very, very long time catching up on our lives. The staff was most accepting of our prolonged presence allowing us the luxury of being comfortable and welcomed. Since we have eaten here before, it is our number one reason for return visits."
Dined on 04/10/2013
2005
Special Features: good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 44 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good back up for the neighborhood.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good back up for the neighborhood."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2006
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Review 45 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We had a series of appetizers
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a series of appetizers prior to our play and enjoyed the restaurant. It was very nice."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2012
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Review 46 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Convenient, great service,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Convenient, great service, not too expensive."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2007
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Review 47 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great meal in a very pleasant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great meal in a very pleasant atmosphere"
Dined on 04/04/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 48 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Have dinner twice and food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Have dinner twice and food and service was excellent both evenings. They are aware of time constraints of theater crowd and aim to get you out on time."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 49 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This is a perfect restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is a perfect restaurant choice for people attending the theaters on 42 nd Street. The salads were great and the mussels perfectly prepared. This will be our first choice when returning to that area. Make your lunch reserrvation well in advance on matinee days. It is very popular!"
Dined on 04/03/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 50 for West Bank Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
the food is always good here
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"the food is always good here and they get you out in time for theatre if that is where you are heading. prices and portion sizes are decent as well."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2007
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