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Restaurant Reviews for Spice Market

Spice Market

403 West 13th Street
New York, NY 10014

Jean-George's Spice Market features cuisine inspired from the street food of South Eastern Asia. The exotic design and atmosphere make for a special dining experience.

Dining Style: Casual Elegant
Price: $31 to $50
Parking: Street Parking
Cross Street: 9th Avenue

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Average Diner Rating
Overall Rating		4.2 out of 5 (659 Reviews)

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

Summary of Special Features

Diners classify this restaurant as:

fit for foodies (329)
hot spot (327)
good for groups (253)
special occasion (241)
romantic (197)
neighborhood gem (147)
vibrant bar scene (121)
great for lunch (103)
late-night find (96)
notable wine list (47)
scenic view (30)

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Spice Market Reviews List

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Absolutely first rate. Fantastic mélange of spices and flavors. Not to be missed."

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

FEATURED REVIEW

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/12/2010

(review submitted 03/14/2010)

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Review 2 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"As Aussies not always in NY it was great to see that SM hadn't lost it's magic from 3 years ago. We'd sent friends there 3 months ago and they raved so thanks for not letting us down. The only difference was the less extensive wine list which we guess was due to the more straightened times with a good match of value and special occasion wines."

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/10/2010

(review submitted 03/17/2010)

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Review 3 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"I love the concept of sharing food but I wish I didn't had to share my plate that night. The food was outstanding as was the service. I'll definitely go back."

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/14/2010

(review submitted 03/17/2010)

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Review 4 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Good)

"We had a guy who was waiting on us who was not very nice. A littlebit uninterested and made us feel we had to leave soon.... He recommended some dishes, which is ok, but when we did not take that dishes he looked a littlebit offended...
It's a shame we did not have better experiences with your staff, because overall the restaurant and food is good.
Although we did like a tall, blond guy (I think he was the manager), he was very kind and payed good attention to all the guests."

Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/08/2010

(review submitted 03/16/2010)

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Review 5 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Still one of my favorite spots in New York City. The food is flavorful and delicious, the service is excellent and the mood and atmosphere are very chic. It's lively even on a Monday night. Reservations are a must for this hot-spot, especially on the weekends."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/15/2010

(review submitted 03/16/2010)

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Review 6 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Probably one of the ten best restaurant in the City.

Food is outstanding, and it is a fusion of frech/south east/asian cuisine.
Wine list is good and price was Ok!
Ambience is spectacular.
Service is outstanding!!! My wife is lactose intolerant, so they studied for her a special menu...
Compliment!"

Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/02/2010

(review submitted 03/15/2010)

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Review 7 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"THIS IS THE SECOND TIME WE'D DINNER AT S. MARKET AND IT'S ALWAYS GOOD. THE FOOD AND SERVICE WAS PERFECT."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, scenic view, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/11/2010

(review submitted 03/13/2010)

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Review 8 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Good)

"delicius especially the noodles soup"

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, romantic

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/11/2010

(review submitted 03/13/2010)

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Review 9 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Great variety of flavours and ambience."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/09/2010

(review submitted 03/12/2010)

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Review 10 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Poor)

"The Spice Market sizzled as diners reluctantly witnessed a piquant show from a buxom scantily-clad lass who straddled and writhed atop her male companion for all to...endure. Diners were agog. My companion and I asked to move tables, twice. The waitress apologized. The maitre’d, who after pandering to the couple, finally summoned the courage to whisper in the gentleman’s ear that perhaps their behavior was less than appropriate. On the second occasion they adhered and retired to the bar. The food itself was a treat, each course tantalizing with its East Asian-influenced flavors and nice presentation. I would return but the maitre’d needs to learn to manage his restaurant and bend over backwards to those who truly truly deserve the attention"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Poor)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/07/2010

(review submitted 03/12/2010)

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Review 11 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Good)

"We largely followed the recommendation in the 2009 review from The New York Times. Where we deviated was in choosing the short ribs - big mistake - too greasy!"

Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/08/2010

(review submitted 03/11/2010)

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Review 12 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Every year this restaurant gets better....Never disappoints"

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/10/2010

(review submitted 03/11/2010)

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Review 13 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"had a lovely evening-food was all great and we tried alot of dishes! wonderful & probably underated by locals! there are lots of tourists but still delicious!"

Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/09/2010

(review submitted 03/11/2010)

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Review 14 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Very good ambiance, good food, a nice place to eat."

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/08/2010

(review submitted 03/10/2010)

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Review 15 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Fun place, food was mixed; some outstanding and some just so, so."

Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/07/2010

(review submitted 03/09/2010)

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Review 16 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The tasting menu was quite good"

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/05/2010

(review submitted 03/09/2010)

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Review 17 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"My wife and I found it to be a great experience,having been recommended the taster menu by our maitre,d this was a great choice as it gave us a taste of everything good about the restaurant
The wine list was outstanding and above all the atmosphere was great with the sound of vibrant conversation in the background"

Special Features: good for groups, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/28/2010

(review submitted 03/09/2010)

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Review 18 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Greeted by a friendly host. We all loved the decor and openess of the restaurant. We decided to order several appetizers to share and glad we did because the portions were ample. The food was delicious and every dish had its own flavor. We were very happy and satisfied. Plan on taking our husbands next time. Would love to get the table downstairs surrounded by white pillows. Great restaurant."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/06/2010

(review submitted 03/09/2010)

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Review 19 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Our group had a fantastic time.... Great food, Great fun"

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/06/2010

(review submitted 03/08/2010)

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Review 20 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Yet again, another outstanding experience. We have now had every dish on the menu in a 1/2 dozen visits, and still nothing to criticize. The plate presentation, the house made infused drinks, the "by the glass" wines are all well thought. Our server Erika, as competent as she is lovely and beautiful, truly made the experience. What a DOLL! Wife and I both fell in love with her. What a Staff overall! We now go out of our way to dine at Spice Market whenever in the city."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/05/2010

(review submitted 03/07/2010)

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Review 21 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Its always a pleasure dining at Mint. Superb!!!"

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/04/2010

(review submitted 03/06/2010)

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Review 22 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Good)

"We like Spice Market at any time and usually take our friends from abroad there. And so far they all liked it very much, because the food is tasty and always well prepared, the ambiance is vibrant and friendly and the prices are absolutely fair. Keep it up!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch, hot spot

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/04/2010

(review submitted 03/06/2010)

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Review 23 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"2 thumbs up.. The service and food was excellent..."

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/03/2010

(review submitted 03/05/2010)

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Review 24 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"I've been there before. We took some out-of-town visitors this time and everyone of us really enjoyed our lunch. This is a great restaurant, even better with friends."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/16/2010

(review submitted 03/05/2010)

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Review 25 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"This is my second time at Spice Market and I still love it. The staff was friendly and the food was great. I came here with my boyfriend and we ordered four appetizers and two main dishes -- the portions were moderate, but we were extremely full afterward. I would come back again."

Special Features: late-night find

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/01/2010

(review submitted 03/03/2010)

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Review 26 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Love the Spice Market. We all got the tasting menu and it was outstanding..."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/27/2010

(review submitted 03/01/2010)

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Review 27 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"What a dissapointment, totally overrated and nothing more than average. As an Australian we are blessed with amazing Asian cuisine - this place is nothing short of a tourist trap or for those following the latest chef/restaurant fad. Don't bother!- there are so many better places in this great city. Also it was infruriating that all the decent timeslots were full and the place remained half emptin this from 8 to 11pm - on a Friday night!"

Special Features: good for groups

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/25/2010

(review submitted 02/28/2010)

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Review 28 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"More of chef Vongerichten's mastery at work. Fun drinks to start the meal with. The appetizers were the highlight of the meal to me. The crab dumplings and the lobster spring rolls were both amazingly good. Less impressed with the Halibut and the egg noodle entree. Tasty but both lacking something, We shared the Ovaltine Kulfi for dessert. It was very good but also very rich. Good for two to split. Serene ambiance and attentive service were both appreciated. Snaps again, for Jean-Georges!"

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/25/2010

(review submitted 02/27/2010)

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Review 29 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Should go once as the atmosphere is different. Food was ok. Full but not satisfying. Actually i think overrated if you really want a good meal."

Special Features: special occasion

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/22/2010

(review submitted 02/26/2010)

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Review 30 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Great food, great service, great time for us."

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/13/2010

(review submitted 02/25/2010)

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Review 31 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"We went to Spice Market during Restaurant Week, so only sampled what was on offer on the RW menu (which we had to request). Appetizers were absolutely first-rate - the Salmon was especially noteworthy. Dessert was also excellent. Main courses, in contrast, were rather "Blah". Cocktails were good, but a bit on the weak side.

Restaurant staff is outstanding - some of the best and most attentive service we've experienced in any Manhattan restaurant. Ambience/decor is also very lovely and really adds to the dining experience.

Overall, the experience was good enough so that we will be returning in future to sample other things on the menu that sound intriguing."

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/23/2010

(review submitted 02/25/2010)

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Review 32 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Every aspect of our experience at Spice Market was truly wonderful. The food, the drinks, the atmosphere and the service were all above and beyond any that I had experienced before!"

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/20/2010

(review submitted 02/25/2010)

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Review 33 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"This place was AWESOME. The food, service and decor were top notch. I will definitely go here again. LOVED IT!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/24/2010

(review submitted 02/25/2010)

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Review 34 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Very nice place with good food and excellent service. The "Spice Market Menu" for $48 is very good, maybe with the exception of desserts..."

Special Features: hot spot

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/19/2010

(review submitted 02/25/2010)

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Review 35 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Food was OK...nothing to rave about...very cool atmosphere"

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/20/2010

(review submitted 02/25/2010)

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Review 36 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Spice Market is a great dining experience! The decor is outstanding and the food is even more outstanding. Such an interesting combination of flavors sure to please an adventurous eater. We had a fabulous time!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for lunch

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/14/2010

(review submitted 02/25/2010)

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Review 37 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"pretty restaurant but disapointed with the price and size of the drinks...for 14.00 at least give me a full size drnk not one filled with ice and a false bottom glass...the wait service was fair...not caring about my complaints about the drink....nothing done about it...the food was at best fair...as i was eating here i was wishing i was someplace else...like asia de cuba...the best....not recommended unless you have to say you tried it and want to see some nice decor....i foe 1 will not come back"

Special Features: scenic view, hot spot

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/13/2010

(review submitted 02/24/2010)

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Review 38 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Very nice food, we were treated very well, we had the tasting menu and it was very good with a lot of food, I will be back, for sure"

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/11/2010

(review submitted 02/24/2010)

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Review 39 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The food is outstanding and the service is very good."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/20/2010

(review submitted 02/23/2010)

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Review 40 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"This was my first time eating at Spice Market and it certainly won't be my last. I will tell evryone about how wonderful the food was and how wonderful the staff was. Especially David, my waiter."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/21/2010

(review submitted 02/23/2010)

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Review 41 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Excellent service! Everyone was so nice! A bit pricey but totally worth it."

Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/15/2010

(review submitted 02/23/2010)

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Review 42 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Amazing Amazing Amazing!
Had a great meal sunday night! From the greeting to the Service to the amazing food prepared by chef rico and his amazing sous chef matt! Spice Market thanks again! will def see u again!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/21/2010

(review submitted 02/23/2010)

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Review 43 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"we came with our 3 teenage kids and had a fantastic time. the food was loved by all. the mojitos were incredible with the kumquats!"

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, kid-friendly, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/20/2010

(review submitted 02/23/2010)

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Review 44 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Excellent dining experience. The service was great, our waiter helped us select a variety of items as we had some dietary restrictions to deal with. Each dish was filled with flavor. The only item we were not 100% impressed with was the steak entre as it had some pieces that were very fatty. The Cod was exceptional, the pork satay appetizer very good, and the shrimp appetizer also excellent. We would definately come abck."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/20/2010

(review submitted 02/23/2010)

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Review 45 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"We came a group of 4 for the restaurant week and tried all the dishes on that menu including a few more and all the dishes were excellent. The staff was friendly and attentive making sure the table was clean and our glasses full. The music and overall noise level may have been at the higher range of what I find comfortable for a restaurant but then again we came at 10pm and didn't leave till 2pm."

Special Features: hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/19/2010

(review submitted 02/21/2010)

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Review 46 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Great place. Will recommend to others and will go back when in NYC. Food is exceptional and combined with the decor and ambiance makes for an excellent dining experience."

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/13/2010

(review submitted 02/21/2010)

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Review 47 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"We always loved Vong but Spice Market offers dishes of various infusions of flavors and cultures."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/14/2010

(review submitted 02/21/2010)

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Review 48 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Nice food but a little much Indian smell."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/19/2010

(review submitted 02/21/2010)

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Review 49 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Everything was great, but it was VERY loud! Not a good place for a quiet dinner, but for a rowdy group, v. good."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/13/2010

(review submitted 02/20/2010)

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Review 50 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Good)

"With this being my first time there, I found the Restaurant very nice and the service was quite good."

Special Features: neighborhood gem

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/13/2010

(review submitted 02/20/2010)

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Review 51 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"We love this place, but tend to go only during restaruant week although its not crazy expensive. Our server and trainee were great."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/18/2010

(review submitted 02/20/2010)

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Review 52 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The entrees here are extraordinary every time I go. So is the service. I have never been in a group larger than two so i haven't been able to really enjoy the "family style" dining experience the way the waiters recommend. The hardest part is trying to decide what to order because everything is so different and interesting. Highly recommend."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/18/2010

(review submitted 02/20/2010)

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Review 53 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"We arrived at 10 pm after the Philharmonic and the Spice Market was pleasantly packed. The small dishes are delicious and great for sharing. The menu is called Thai street food and it is quite unlike Thai we have eaten before - very interesting and tasty spicing - especially the Red Curry Duck! The service was low key but excellent."

Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/16/2010

(review submitted 02/19/2010)

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Review 54 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Great time but be prepared for a non-rushed meal. From appetizer to dessert was 2.5 hours. A great thing for NYC. Plan appropriately."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/13/2010

(review submitted 02/18/2010)

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Review 55 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Excellent dining. Food a blend of modern tastes with time tested methods and spices.
Although it was Restaurant Week, the menu did not reflect this and we had to request the RW menu. Although we did not order from it, it appeared the restaurant wanted to hide it."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/16/2010

(review submitted 02/18/2010)

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Review 56 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Had the tasting menu, and it was fabulous.
Lots of food, the food just kept coming.
As always the service is superb.
Wonderful experience"

Special Features: great for lunch

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/16/2010

(review submitted 02/18/2010)

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Review 57 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The restaurant week menu was great. It let us try 8 different courses with a reasonably large portion. It is not the most authentic Southeast Asian "street food" (the look of the food did not look like street food) but it tastes good. The service was great -- many servers/waiters worked on our table."

Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/16/2010

(review submitted 02/18/2010)

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Review 58 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Food and Service are top notch but I have to agree with other reviews I've read in regards to those stupid ugly clown costumes the wait staff is forced to wear. Not a good place if you are looking for an intimate/private type of atmosphere. Tables are close to each other so you can hear everything the people next to you are saying."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/15/2010

(review submitted 02/17/2010)

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Review 59 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Great time. Went on valentines day with my fiance and very romantice place, great food, and perfect service."

Special Features: romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/14/2010

(review submitted 02/17/2010)

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Review 60 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Not having high chairs for children is unacceptable for a NY restaurant. Food was OK but was significantly better 2 months ago when we went for lunch and paid half the price."

Special Features: scenic view

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/15/2010

(review submitted 02/17/2010)

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Review 61 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The food is distinct- and very special. This is an exciting restaurant. Our 4th visit."

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, great for lunch

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/14/2010

(review submitted 02/17/2010)

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Review 62 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Went for lunch on Valentine's day. Everyone that attended to us was first rate. Our waiter who was only there for a week was very helpful and friendly. Our food was awesome. We will definitely be coming back. Possibly with a larger group."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/14/2010

(review submitted 02/16/2010)

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Review 63 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Spice Market displayed a kewl atmosphere with a perfect balance of flavors, spicy, sweet and savory! We will return with business and out of town guests."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/13/2010

(review submitted 02/15/2010)

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Review 64 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"I took my girlfriend here for her birthday and we both thoroughly enjoyed it. The atmosphere was good and the service attentive. The food was tasty and well presented."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/09/2010

(review submitted 02/15/2010)

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Review 65 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Simply exceptional in every respect. Have dined here several times now- My wife and I are Southampton Caterers and appreciate fine dining whenever in Manhattan. Spice Market is a Comfortable, shabby chic, hip environment, with a sharp looking crowd- top 3 favorite of ours in the city. We have tried over 3/4 of the menu at this point and cannot find a single flaw in any of the dishes. Incredible combinations of exotic spices and flavors in the Beverages to Apps to Desserts. Raif and the entire staff compliment the experience- flawless, unobtrusive, confident service-very knowledgable on both menu and proper service.An Absolute stand out in an area filled with many fine restaurants. A must try. Prices- well beyond reasonable!!!!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

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who dined on 02/12/2010

(review submitted 02/14/2010)

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Review 66 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The Lemongrass Char Grilled Chicken was superb! Our waiter was so friendly and helpful with great suggestions. Originally came for the Restaurant Week menu but fell in love with the entire menu and ordered from it."

Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, romantic, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/09/2010

(review submitted 02/11/2010)

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Review 67 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Loved the food especially the desserts."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/03/2010

(review submitted 02/10/2010)

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Review 68 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Exquisite, perfectly and delicately spiced food, beautiful environment, friendly and attentive waitstaff -- who could ask for more? A truly special dining experience!"

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/08/2010

(review submitted 02/10/2010)

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Review 69 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Went there for lunch with a friend. Coming from Holland, we hadn't been to Spice Market before. The food was absolutely great, so was the service! Whenever I get the chance I will definately go back there!!!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for lunch, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/08/2010

(review submitted 02/10/2010)

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Review 70 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"First, I'll touch on Spice Market's positive attributes:
1) The interior is gorgeous. You truly feel like you've been transported elsewhere. I can only imagine what it looks like in there in the evening. Gorgeous.
2) The waitstaff was super attentive (almost to a fault).
3)There were lots of options to choose from the lunch menu.
4) The chicken samosa (+ sauce) appetizer was delicious.

Now on to the not-so-good:
1) The Bellini was delicious but had hardly any champagne in it and it cost $9+
2) The waiters should not be dressed in pajamas. Seriously, they look ridiculous in those outfits.
3) The vegetable green curry was ridiculous. Corn? Fennel? Huge chunks of carrots?
4) The sorbet packaging is RIDICULOUS. I could barely get it"

Special Features: good for groups, romantic, great for lunch, hot spot

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/06/2010

(review submitted 02/09/2010)

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Review 71 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Perfect for entertaining clients from out of town."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/29/2010

(review submitted 02/09/2010)

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Review 72 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Excellent! We are from Portugal and the restaurant was recommended by friends. We will definitely keep the recommendation going!"

Special Features: romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/07/2010

(review submitted 02/09/2010)

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Review 73 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Outstanding ambienceand service but poor food quality"

Special Features: romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/04/2010

(review submitted 02/09/2010)

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Review 74 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Good)

"I ate at Nobu for lunch during restaurant week. While the food was really delicate and delicious, I walked away a little hungry still, and I'm actually not a huge eater. Portions were miniscule. The ambiance is not my esthetic personally....rather bland. The service was efficient but I don't think I saw the same waiter twice. Anyone who happened to be walking by would swipe my empty plate or refill my glass but I didn't get the sense that someone was assigned to take care of me during my meal. Made tip time rather tricky as I felt I was tipping the whole village rather than one server. Overall: delicious but just ok."

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/07/2010

(review submitted 02/09/2010)

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Review 75 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"My personal experience at this restaurant was very good. We ate the NY restaurant week fixed menu and it was outstanding. The only minus about the restaurant was the speed of the service. When I go out I like to sit down and relax and enjoy my food. But the courses came too fast which made it hard to truly enjoy. But apart from this a perfect dining experience."

Special Features: late-night find

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/28/2010

(review submitted 02/09/2010)

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Review 76 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"I love Spice Market, have been there before, they manage to never disappoint."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/04/2010

(review submitted 02/09/2010)

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Review 77 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Really fantastic. A unique restaurant experience with tasty, unconventional flavors in a colonial setting. Highly recommended."

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/05/2010

(review submitted 02/09/2010)

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Review 78 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The food was really good and the service was outstanding. The decor was very nice too. I will return again and will be sure to recommend this place to others."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, scenic view, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/05/2010

(review submitted 02/09/2010)

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Review 79 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"We really enjoyed all of the flavors in the food. The chocolate dessert with the carmelized banana was heavenly. We will definitely be back :)"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/05/2010

(review submitted 02/09/2010)

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Review 80 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"The table was too small for us. Chicken Pad Thai was too sour."

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Fair)
Service		(Poor)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/07/2010

(review submitted 02/09/2010)

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Review 81 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Food is ok. But love the ambiance. Will go back just for that."

Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/05/2010

(review submitted 02/08/2010)

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Review 82 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"This is my second time going to spice market and no other restaurant can compare. Spice Market is still my favorite restaurant. We had the samosas, Char Grilled Chicken, cod and Ovaltine Kulfi; everything was delectable. Great service and atmosphere. I enjoyed my experience there and will dine here again and again."

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

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who dined on 02/05/2010

(review submitted 02/08/2010)

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Review 83 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The Ovaltine kulfi dessert was worthy of Frank Bruni's recommendation (although it didn't taste quite like Indian kulfi to me). The chicken samosas were less outstanding but still very good."

Special Features: special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/05/2010

(review submitted 02/08/2010)

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Review 84 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"I went to Spice Market Friday evening for Restaurant Week. It was definitely the best RW menu I have had! Everything was absolutely delicious and served with beautiful presentation. All of the servers were wonderful and energetic and anticipated our every need. In particular, Alexis was great as well as the Manager Eric. He was extremely active making sure all guests were being taken care and was always present on the floor which was very refreshing to see. We will absolutely be back!"

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

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who dined on 02/05/2010

(review submitted 02/07/2010)

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Review 85 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"I had a great Saturday Lunch with my best friend! The food was exellent. I got the bento box, which was a great way to taste all the items, along with two appitizers (salmon tartar and spring rolls) The wine and completary bento box soda (fresh ginger ale) was FAB! our server (forgot his name) was very attentive! The only thing is they trick you with the water and don't even offer tap...it was a great time!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

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who dined on 02/06/2010

(review submitted 02/06/2010)

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Review 86 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"First time at Spice Market. The food is very good. The Restaurant Week menu is a very good value. The braised short ribs are one of my personal favorites from the regular entree side. Host very accommodating. Cocktails are certain not to be missed. Portion size is perfect and the diversity of the flavors overall is a highlight. The service was ok. Nothing wrong per say but a bit apathetic."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/04/2010

(review submitted 02/06/2010)

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Review 87 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"A wonderful late lunch atmosphere. Food that challenges the senses and is a nice change of pace."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/04/2010

(review submitted 02/06/2010)

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Review 88 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Though its day as super trendy are over, Spice Market still hums with a vibrancy that makes being there fun. Some of the dishes were spectacular...the Tod Mon Pla and the squid appy's and the cod entree come to mind...but AVOID the skate... as a dining companion said, the tempura battered 'thing' tasted like it should have been wrapped in newspaper and served with soggy fries. Rice pudding was best I ever had...hands down!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/04/2010

(review submitted 02/06/2010)

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Review 89 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The food was delicious and the presentation was wonderful. The decor adds so much to the experience. The wait staff are very helpful and attentive."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/04/2010

(review submitted 02/06/2010)

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Review 90 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Spice Market was awesome! There are no other words to describe the experience. My cousin and I ordered the sample menu. Each course was excellent and the price was just as good. I have to say the highlight of the evening was the service!! Every course was delivered by a different member of the waitstaff and they gave us the chef's recommendations on how to eat it! Superb! My hat goes off to Dave, he was most attentive to us and our glasses were NEVER empty!! Thanks Dave!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/04/2010

(review submitted 02/06/2010)

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Review 91 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Since we were at Spice Market during Restaurant Week, my friend and I shared everything on the special menu. It was ALL delicious. The service was excellent as well."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/04/2010

(review submitted 02/06/2010)

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Review 92 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Love the service and the the waiter knew the all food items on the menus."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/04/2010

(review submitted 02/06/2010)

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Review 93 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Spice Market has never disappointed me.... I will visit again when in the area!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/03/2010

(review submitted 02/05/2010)

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Review 94 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The food was great - interesting mix of tastes. sophisticated and casual at the same time. It helps to like spicy food. The service was outstanding - about 10 people came to our table at different times in the meal. All very pleasant/friendly but not intrusive. The place itself is beautiful. You feel like you've left NYC."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/03/2010

(review submitted 02/05/2010)

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Review 95 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"food is consistently good, service professional and the atmosphere is gorgeous. Great to bring out-of-towners."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/02/2010

(review submitted 02/05/2010)

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Review 96 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Exceptionally flavorful preparations with high quality ingredients."

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

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who dined on 02/03/2010

(review submitted 02/05/2010)

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Review 97 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"I have heard a lot about this place, and it was a great experience! Delicious food, amazing wine, and a great atmosphere. The only negative thing I can say about it is that our server was not as attentive as she could have been. It was very difficult to get her attention and she often let our wine glasses go empty before refilling them. She was very knowledgeable, though. I will definitely be back!"

Special Features: romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/03/2010

(review submitted 02/05/2010)

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Review 98 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Nice atmosphere, very good food"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/02/2010

(review submitted 02/05/2010)

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Review 99 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"What a pleasant experience. The service was outstanding, I would definitely come back!"

Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/04/2010

(review submitted 02/04/2010)

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Review 100 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Our dining experience was fine...I found the restaurant week menu to be just fine...I was expecting a little more from it. The service was very good and attentive, the only odd part was when the waiter brought us our menus and took drink orders we asked about the restaurant menu, he suggested that we take a look at the slightly more expensive tasting menu, he thought that represented Spice Market's best dishes more so than the restaurant week offering. When a different waiter arrived to take our dinner order, he never followed up with the first server's suggestion, I just thought if he would have been a little more in tune with the first servers suggestion we might have gone for it and had a better foodie experience. Maybe next time."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

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who dined on 02/02/2010

(review submitted 02/04/2010)

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Review 101 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Been here several times, it's always great. Decor fantastic and amazing, service very good, food awesome. We were going to do the restaurant week menu but the waitress mentioned a 5 course tasting menu for only slightly more $$. It was fantastic and nicely varied, a huge amount of food we couldn't even finish. Chicken samosas, shrimp cakes, beef skewers, fish, rice, all were excellent. Ginger margaritas are a must. It's best to go earlier in the night to get a more relaxed experience, it reaches a fever pitch later on. This is a great place and I hope to visit again soon. Even thought the neighborhood is very trendly, this is a solid restaurant for people who love great food."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/31/2010

(review submitted 02/04/2010)

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Review 102 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"They have great bento set for $24 -- don't need to wait for restaurant week! It was too much food anyway. I think I would not do the bento box next time. My bf is vegetarian and they were very accommodating with his request of changing the meat to vegetarian dishes.

I usually prefer going to hole in the walls for Asian food, but spice market didn't hold back on any of the spice. The Vietnamese coffee was to die for. Can't wait for my next visit!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/29/2010

(review submitted 02/04/2010)

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Review 103 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"One of the best restaurant I've been to. Very flavorful."

Special Features: hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/01/2010

(review submitted 02/03/2010)

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Review 104 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The food is always very good. I thought the Restaurant Week Special offered a very good selection from their menu. But as the night progressed and the restaurant emptied the service seemed suffered. I not sure why but, maybe they work best during peak times. It was only after they tried to deliver someone else's order to our table that we were finally able get some assistance."

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

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who dined on 02/01/2010

(review submitted 02/03/2010)

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Review 105 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The food was delicious! I want to go back for more ASAP! The waiter and server's were very attentive, sometimes too much as they would interrupt dinning conversations to see how we were doing. But it's better then never seeing your waiter. The decor and location are what NYC Meatpacking are all about. We spent more on drinks then the meal, that's how good they were."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/01/2010

(review submitted 02/03/2010)

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Review 106 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"outstanding. Love it everytime i go there"

Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/31/2010

(review submitted 02/02/2010)

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Review 107 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"Spice Market’s quality has done down tremendously. I have dined here several times before and the food and service was much better."

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/29/2010

(review submitted 02/02/2010)

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Review 108 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The Restaurant Week menu was generous and delicious."

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/27/2010

(review submitted 02/02/2010)

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Review 109 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The food was amazing, I loved the different textures and flavors.
We were celebrating our 5th year anniversary, so the ambiance was nice and romantic. They even served our dessert with a special message.... dessert was AMAZING!
However, our waiter was a bit over the top (almost intrusive during our dinner). He interupted us everytime we took a bit of food to ask us how it was, and to add his opinion to the meal (like what was his favorite, and so on ). My husband tried 2 times to give me a gift and the waiter interupted!!! And, the ginger margaritas were tasty...but $50 buck on a small pitcher...yikes....it wasn't that great!"

Special Features: romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

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who dined on 01/29/2010

(review submitted 02/02/2010)

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Review 110 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Awesome! Love the family style serving of food, as it is always fun to taste & share. Can't wait to go back!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/31/2010

(review submitted 02/02/2010)

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Review 111 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Great food overall. Had the restaurant week 3 course meal. Flavors were all very strong, which I like, but generally lacked mental staying power - what I mean is I wouldn't crave anything I had in the future, so very immemorable overall, yet very well executed."

Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

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who dined on 01/31/2010

(review submitted 02/02/2010)

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Review 112 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Reasonable priced asian fusion food. Very small table."

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/31/2010

(review submitted 02/02/2010)

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Review 113 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Immediately as you enter your mood will shift with the atmosphere to be ready for a wonderful meal. The menu really has quite a good selection, but considering the price, go for the tasting menu to make it easy on choosing, you will be sharing anyways. The only low point was the salad, which clearly didn't measure up, but it started on a very high note with the salmon tartare and ended in the same spot with the Ovaltine Kulfi. Try the passion fruit soda, I wanted to order 10 of them. I will be back, soon!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

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who dined on 02/01/2010

(review submitted 02/02/2010)

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Review 114 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"We had great food...very freindly and polite service. We would like to go back."

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

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who dined on 01/31/2010

(review submitted 02/02/2010)

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Review 115 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Good)

"the service was good, the place was great, the food i found overloaded with spices to the point you could be eating anything - i know its the spice market! but you really couldn't taste what you were eating. the portions were huge too which can be a good or bad thing, depends how you view it."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

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who dined on 01/31/2010

(review submitted 02/02/2010)

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Review 116 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Despite the benck-style seating, the mean was great. If it wasnt so hard to get a reservation, I'd return more often."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/29/2010

(review submitted 02/02/2010)

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Review 117 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Would go to this place again and again."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/30/2010

(review submitted 02/02/2010)

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Review 118 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"First time visitors for a friend's birthday dinner- encouraged to try tasting menu (5 courses/ 10 flavors) and LOVED it!!!!! Exciting and full of flavor. It was a 3 hour eating experience! Passion sangria is also an incredible light/ fruity compliment. Monday night, the place was buzzing - atmosphere completes the package- highly recommend!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/01/2010

(review submitted 02/02/2010)

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Review 119 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Very excited to try out the spice market. Went this past Saturday and had a fantastic time. The decor and ambience was 5 star. The service from the host stand to our server was top notch. I had the black pepper shrimp over dried pineapple app-party in my mouth. Had a lovely glass of chenin blanc to match the spice of my food items. For my entree, had the sea bass-spicy, which I luv, but would not get again because there was a lot of food on the plate with the fish and cabbage. Then for dessert received a complimentary dessert from the kitchen. I am not sure exactly what it was but to receive the dessert was so kind. Overall, great experience, highly recommend."

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/30/2010

(review submitted 02/02/2010)

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Review 120 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The food is exquisite as is the setting. The wait staff is almost as exotic as the room Their lunch special is plentiful and delicious being a nice helping of soup, fish, jasmine rice, 2 skewers of pork or chicken etc plus wonderful salad. And a dessert to die from. The wine was lovely and we splurged on 2 appetizers when 1 would have been plenty."

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, great for lunch

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

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who dined on 01/30/2010

(review submitted 02/01/2010)

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Review 121 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Interesting dishes served in a beautiful setting."

Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/30/2010

(review submitted 02/01/2010)

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Review 122 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Poor)

"We went for restaurant week lunch and had a great experience. The food was excellent, plentiful and the server was friendly and knowledgeable. We were treating guests from Amsterdam and they were particularly impressed which made us feel great. We will definitely return."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot

Food		(Poor)
Ambiance		(Poor)
Service		(Poor)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

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who dined on 01/29/2010

(review submitted 01/31/2010)

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Review 123 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"What a great find! The staff was so friendly and enthusiastic as well as very knowlegable
They really appeared to enjoy working there!
We enjoyed all our food choices and are looking forward to our next visit"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

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who dined on 01/29/2010

(review submitted 01/31/2010)

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Review 124 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"We had a wonderful restaurant week lunch which was unrushed and just delicious. The portions were large and the variety was impressive."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

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who dined on 01/29/2010

(review submitted 01/31/2010)

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Review 125 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"good lunch, although the big cavernous space was empty - felt a little like the era has already ended"

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/28/2010

(review submitted 01/30/2010)

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Review 126 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"This is quite possibly my favorite restaurant in NY! the decor is amazing, very rustic, detailed and dim lighting made the ambiance perfect. the staff is supernice.
there is a complimentary hot towel along with these lentil chips and spicy tomato sauce.
the food is so amazing! there was a medley of flavors in everything and they all worked together in harmony. Had the chargrilled chicken in kumquat dressing and it was amazing. chicken was tender and juicy even though the top was charred.
for dessert i had the ovaltine kulfi with carmelized banana. quite possibly the best dessert i've ever had and it was so pretty too :)

All in all, GO to spice market! believe me you won't regret it!"

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

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who dined on 01/28/2010

(review submitted 01/30/2010)

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Review 127 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Went last night and ate off restaurant week menu...It was AMAZING!!! They give you two appetizers, entree and dessert for $35, and the food was deeeeeelish! I had chicken samosas, spicy and yummy, and beef skerwers, which was sooo tender and fantastic, entree was chicken which was moist and deelish. Dessert was OFF THE CHARTS phenomenal, cooked banana with this chocolate like candy bar thing and fesh whipped cream/mousse....outrageously good!! ANd fun music and great cocktails and good reasonable wine list..all around great evening out!!!! HIGHLY Recommend this place!"

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/28/2010

(review submitted 01/29/2010)

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Review 128 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"What a phenonominal eating experience. Have wanted to partake in eating at the restaurant sinxe going to the bar on a couple of occasions. The all around experience was outstanding, food, service from explanation to each plate immediately removed and our server was great and didn't rush us. We will return"

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/27/2010

(review submitted 01/29/2010)

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Review 129 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Although I wouldn't consider myself a foodie per-say, this by far one of the best meals I've ever experienced. Each dish was amazing and unique in it's own way and our server was not only knowledgeable of menu and provided good suggestions, but was also very educated on the history each culture that was presented in the dishes."

Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/27/2010

(review submitted 01/29/2010)

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Review 130 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"We had an excellent experience at Spice Market. The food was divine and the service was impeccable."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/26/2010

(review submitted 01/28/2010)

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Review 131 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Wonderful A repeat. Service,Food and presentaton was 10"

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/26/2010

(review submitted 01/28/2010)

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Review 132 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"I loved it. It was first-rate food in a very pretty, very comfortable and lively environment. We were not adventurous in our food choice and I can't wait to go back and correct that error on our part. All in all, it was outstanding.

The server did forget an extra side dish we had ordered, which was odd because he had highly recommended it. But when the food came, we did not remind him about it because we realized we had more than enough food already. It did not appear on the check, so no worries. And he was very nice and very capable, so I'm sure that if we had reminded him, it would have been no problem to get it promptly and pleasantly."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/26/2010

(review submitted 01/28/2010)

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Review 133 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Great Decor - great service - thumbs up all around"

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/26/2010

(review submitted 01/27/2010)

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Review 134 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Great food, even during Restaurant Week when some places offer a scaled-down, less appetizing menu. The tasting-menu was excellent, and the other guests in our party, who were from out-of-town, loved it. Even though Spice Market was crowded and looks cavernous, it's still intimate and you can carry on a conversation without shouting or craning to hear your table mates. I highly recommend it, IF you can get a reservation."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/26/2010

(review submitted 01/27/2010)

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Review 135 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The restaurant was not very crowded at lunch. We had excellent service and I would recommend this restaurant. We had a table of five people and it was for restaurant week lunch. The food was special and different. I was the person who had been there on two other occasions and was satisfied that the restaurant was enjoyed by my friends.
Good choice for me and I hope it will be for you."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for lunch

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/25/2010

(review submitted 01/27/2010)

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Review 136 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Decor/ambiance was great. Service was good but waiter pressured us to order a bit and clearly kept trying to upsell us which got annoying. Food was interesting - maybe a little pricey but hey, we were in the meatpacking district. Overall enjoyed the meal."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/25/2010

(review submitted 01/27/2010)

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Review 137 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The restaurant week menu was a great introduction to this Jean George gem. I will definitely be back."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/25/2010

(review submitted 01/27/2010)

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Review 138 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Good)

"WATER SPILLED BECAUSE THE TABLE ROCKED AND AFTER TABLE STABILIZED I HAD TO CLEAN UP THE WATER WITH MY NAPKIN BECAUSE THE WAITER DID NOT DO THIS. PAPER MATS NOT ACCEPTABLE. SHAVED TUNA NOT GOOD BUT COD EXCELLENT AND [DESSERT WAS ALSO VERY GOOD."

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/25/2010

(review submitted 01/27/2010)

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Review 139 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Amazing food from the tasting menu and equal service. We had a great time and would love to visit again!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/23/2010

(review submitted 01/26/2010)

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Review 140 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Very nice ambiance and great service. We went for lunch, so the place was relatively quiet, but we were taken very good care of. I am vegeterian, the waiter explained the dishes well. Overall very pleasant experience."

Special Features: romantic, special occasion, great for lunch

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/24/2010

(review submitted 01/26/2010)

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Review 141 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Spice Market is a restaurant to visit while you are in New York.
* Exellent food
* Exciting interior
* Hot bar scene
* A lot of interesting people to glance at
* In a fantastic neighborhood (Meatpacking)"

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/24/2010

(review submitted 01/26/2010)

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Review 142 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"This was my third visit to Spice Market and it never fails to delight me! The food is always phenominal (crab cake appitizer is just de-lish) and the staff is always so friendly and eager to help make my dining experience a great one! Very warm staff - not stuff & stuck up like some other places in Meatpacking District.

Our waiter, Nick, was spot on with his recommendations for food & drinks! (we loved the bellini's that they served). Also, I loved that it wasn't too noisey! I was able to talk with the ladies at my table without having to shout at them!

All in all a fantastic experience. I'll go back again!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/20/2010

(review submitted 01/26/2010)

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Review 143 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"I've there twice and both times I was disappointed with the food. The appetizers were really good, but the main courses were not good at all. I'm probably not going back even though it's a vibrant scene."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, late-night find, hot spot

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/22/2010

(review submitted 01/25/2010)

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Review 144 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"We had a Fantastic dinner! The service was impeccable - waiter's recommendations were fantastic and the Entire staff, from door crew and coat check to bus servers were unbelievably cheerful and helpful. The food was so great as was the wine (also recommended by our server). I Highly recommend this restaurant and will definitely return."

Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/22/2010

(review submitted 01/24/2010)

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Review 145 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Cool place with great food. The enighborhood is very hip and trendy and the restaurant is to. Very imaginative food that is quite beautiful and very tasty. Great choice in the meatpacking district. Would hightly recommend."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/22/2010

(review submitted 01/23/2010)

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Review 146 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"I really enjoyed my experience at Spice Market, service was great and the food terrific."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, great for lunch, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/17/2010

(review submitted 01/22/2010)

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Review 147 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"Amazing location, overpriced food, great service but just OK food...that's a pity!"

Special Features: romantic, special occasion

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/19/2010

(review submitted 01/21/2010)

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Review 148 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"First time for us. It was rec by a friend. Just a great experience , the food , the ambience. And even more special was the manager Evan coming over to discuss the menu and take our order."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/17/2010

(review submitted 01/19/2010)

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Review 149 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"The food, although very creative and interesting was surprisingly very bland tasting. Very hard to believe considering its name Spice Market. Most things we ate would have benefited from added salt. Again, hard to believe when soy and hoisin sauce are common ingredients in what we ate and are loaded with sodium. The food was just OK tasting. Disappointing considering what we were hoping for."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/15/2010

(review submitted 01/19/2010)

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Review 150 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"We loved-loved-loved the Chicken Samosas and Pork Vindaloo. We would skip the mushroom egg rolls next time. The kumquat mojitos and ginger margaritas were surprisingly good. Our server was Larry and he did a great job. The music can be annoying sometimes with its maddeningly repetitive beats on many songs."

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/16/2010

(review submitted 01/18/2010)

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Review 151 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Beside the great food, finally a restaurant which has excellent wine for a decent price."

Special Features: romantic

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/03/2010

(review submitted 01/17/2010)

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Review 152 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Internal business dinner with colleagues. We were tremendeasly satisfied with the service and the food served. A whole spectra of taste experiences within one tasting menu."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, scenic view, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/11/2010

(review submitted 01/15/2010)

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Review 153 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Fabulous atmosphere. Wonderful food. I can't say enough good and will definately go back!"

Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/08/2010

(review submitted 01/12/2010)

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Review 154 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Great restaurant! I really enjoyed my time there. It was a hassle free experience with wonderful service, great food, and a whimsical ambiance."

Special Features: romantic, special occasion, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/08/2010

(review submitted 01/12/2010)

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Review 155 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"My second trip and the food and service was excellent. I would recomment this restuarant to any true foodie."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/10/2010

(review submitted 01/12/2010)

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Review 156 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"Eat there a few years ago and it was great. Since then, food has gone downhill and the service was no better than a diner, and the waiter/waitress outfits look silly. Obviously, the owner hasn't been here in a few years."

Food		(Poor)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Poor)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/09/2010

(review submitted 01/12/2010)

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Review 157 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Alway polite and great service. Not rushed - great for a mid afternoon brunch or lunch get together. Food is terrific and the menu diverse enough to satisfy vegetarians to carnivores!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/09/2010

(review submitted 01/11/2010)

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Review 158 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Wonderful experience.............."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/07/2010

(review submitted 01/11/2010)

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Review 159 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Wow - the tasting menu was absolutely fantastic. Take every synonym of delicious and you pretty much have every description you need.
Also, I loved that you could hear the music but that it didn't overpower conversation and you could talk and hear at normal volume levels. Friendly wait staff as well."

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/09/2010

(review submitted 01/11/2010)

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Review 160 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Excellent fusion of food flavours, great ambiance, great service - our best meal in New York."

Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/07/2010

(review submitted 01/09/2010)

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Review 161 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"I had dined before at Spice Market, this second time
was better and more enjoyable than the first. I ordered better and
had a lovely meal with my daughter. I would recommend
Spice Market to friends."

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/04/2010

(review submitted 01/08/2010)

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Review 162 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"excellent ambience/welcoming staff /very good spicy food-I would say excellent but not outstanding."

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/03/2010

(review submitted 01/05/2010)

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Review 163 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"An atmosphere and dining experience that we've never experienced. Loved the concept of Asian style tapas where the food is put in the middle of the table and shared among diners. The cocktails were fantastic along with the wine list. The Cod was amazing and i've rarely had anything as tasty as the ribs. You must go!!"

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/06/2009

(review submitted 01/05/2010)

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Review 164 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Our server told us the dishes were meant for sharing; however, when we received them, they really weren't big enough to share unlessyou ordered a lot of them. Atmosphere is more like a bar scene. Would have preferred smaller, quieter rooms."

Special Features: good for groups, hot spot

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Fair)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/02/2010

(review submitted 01/05/2010)

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Review 165 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Great looking space but rather mediocre, unexciting food. Our least favorite of the Jean-George Vongerichten restaurants we've tried."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/29/2009

(review submitted 01/05/2010)

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Review 166 for Spice Market

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The waiter helped us choose from the menu, which I always like. The meals were a great size."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/26/2009

(review submitted 01/05/2010)

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