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Restaurant Reviews for David Burke Townhouse

David Burke Townhouse

133 East 61st St.
New York, NY 10065

David Burke Townhouse is the masterpiece of Award-winning Executive Chef David Burke, whose reputation for wildly creative takes on American ingredients is unsurpassed. Since 2003, David Burke has been serving provocative Modern American Cuisine in an elegantly refurbished Upper East Side space. The restaurant's design is inspired by the bold colors and lacquered surfaces on the 1930's, yet it has decidedly contemporary aesthetic. Upon entering David Burke Townhouse, guests will feel the glamour and sense of fun in the lounge with its sleek white gloss, stone bar and whimsical art installations. The volume of color and drama is turned up for the main event, the dining room, where a striking color palette of chocolate, vanilla and lipstick colors prevails.

Dining Style: Casual Elegant
Price: $50 and over
Parking: Public Lot
Cross Street: Park and Lexington

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Average Diner Rating
Overall Rating		4.0 out of 5 (469 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 (274)
special occasion (220)
neighborhood gem (126)
great for lunch (118)
romantic (110)
notable wine list (85)
hot spot (83)
great for brunch (61)
good for groups (44)
vibrant bar scene (25)
late-night find (11)

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David Burke Townhouse Reviews List

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Our first visit and not our last!From the minute we entered we knew our dining experience would be special. The townhouse is decorated in whimsy --wonderful art, beautiful decorations and lots of color. Even our dining plates had a prawn on them. The food was superb- the tasting menu was a must--two in our party raved about their interesting and well prepared selections. My husbands lamb and my veal was superb. Dessert was a treat--will definitely go again!"

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

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

FEATURED REVIEW

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/12/2010

(review submitted 02/14/2010)

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Review 2 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"This was a business lunch and I made the reservaton for 1.30PM which was just right. An earlier and it would have been too noisy and crowded. Just one minor complaint, when I arrived the gentleman by the reception desk/coat check was on his cell phone, a personal call it seemed, and it took at least 3 miutes before he hung up and greeted me."

Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/16/2010

(review submitted 03/18/2010)

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Review 3 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"David Burke Townhouse met and exceeded all expectations. They made my fiance and I's engagement dinner very memorable."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/13/2010

(review submitted 03/16/2010)

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Review 4 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Great tuna tartar apetizer and fantastic desserts!"

Special Features: great for lunch

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/10/2010

(review submitted 03/15/2010)

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Review 5 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"superb in every way except the wone list. For an American restaurant its list was heavy with french wines and scarce on US wines. The prices charged for wine were far form being reasonable in evry way."

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

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/12/2010

(review submitted 03/14/2010)

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Review 6 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"food was oh so good. the chef here really takes risks and they payoff, the place is not pretentious at all. i had a female sommelier who was outstanding, she recommended an awesome rioja, i was nervous ordering the wine but it really change my perspective on youthful rioja's. i really want to go back, i just have to save up for it"

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/09/2010

(review submitted 03/12/2010)

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Review 7 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"What a great experience! It was just what I was looking for! The food was outstanding and the service was just as nice. Very attentive staff. Would love to go back!"

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 03/08/2010

(review submitted 03/10/2010)

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Review 8 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Overall, our experience was enjoyable w/ a few bumps in the road. It took a while for anyone to get to us @ the front desk...I think they were busy w/ a bridal shower in the back room; one of the wait people didn't understand a request for jam for the yummy popovers offered before the meal & said it only came w/ the meal & my water glass was cracked around the base in a few places (but that was quickly replaced when we showed them). The food was good w/ an inventive menu, the decor Queen of Hearts & the signature dessert, a cheesecake lollipop tree was great fun."

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

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Fair)
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 9 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"David Burke never lets you down. Consistently good food which is well presented. The only down size is the acoustics, one loud diner spoils it for all. The scallops benedict are to die for. Portions are generous so don't be tempted to eat all the delicious bread!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, 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 03/08/2010

(review submitted 03/09/2010)

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Review 10 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"The food is good but not as good as their sister restaurant, Fishtale, one block away. The vaunted redecoration made very little difference; it is still an uncomfortable room."

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Fair)
Service		(Good)
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 11 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"I have been a frequent patron of David Burke restaurants in NYC and Las Vegas and have yet to be disappointed either by the unique and often interesting flavor combinations or the lovely culinary presentations. The friendly staff delivers quality service and the restaurant decor delivers a contemporary pop art ambience. I highly recommend the Burke experience."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/06/2010

(review submitted 03/08/2010)

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Review 12 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"It was a packed Saturday night and we were shoehorned next to a large party, but honestly, our food was dazzling in its presentation and exquisitely prepared. the 5 course tasting menu was flawless and at 69 bucks an upscale 'value'. if it's still on the menu the lobster 'steak' is like no lobster we've ever had- it was intensely flavorful but also really tender- we fought over the last bite.

also, I had forgotten that I'd noted it was my wife's bday on the reservation- but the restaurant didn't! a special dessert was presented and the large party next to us all sang happy birthday!"

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/06/2010

(review submitted 03/08/2010)

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Review 13 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"I had a wonderful time here. We were a party of 6, late for our reservation (by quite a bit) and everyone at DBT was fabulous anyway! The food is amazing!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/05/2010

(review submitted 03/08/2010)

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Review 14 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"liked the restaurant a lot but didn't love the meal. Found the chicken salty"

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
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 15 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"A top-level restaurant with a whimsical menu that is somewhat marred by tables that are too close together. This is just not fitting for a chef who prepares his food with such obvious care. A few less tables would be the simple cure. Having said that, would go back but would insist on one of the corner seatings which are much more acceptable."

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/03/2010

(review submitted 03/05/2010)

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Review 16 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"nice restaurant with excellent food, service, and decor. however, we were seated under some large plant that dropped bugs and leaves on us and our plates throughout the meal. Go, but don't take a seat under/near one of the large plants."

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
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 17 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"You step in and the bar is on your right and the hostess and coat check is on the left. The service was superior. Things I would recommend. The crazy crab. The rabbit was delish. For dessert. Get the tree."

Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/02/2010

(review submitted 03/04/2010)

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Review 18 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The interior design of DBT is my favorite out of all NYC restaurants, thus far: original, whimsical, fun!
The prix-fixed is an amazing deal. The appetizers were the best. The entrees were still tasty, but not amazing. I recommend the crab cakes and tartare. It would have been an outstanding meal if we could have gotten the crab cakes as an entree. As for entrees, we ordered the calamari mac and cheese (mediocre), quail (delicious), and tuna (good). Unfortunately, they were out of our first two choices: short rib and dover sole (one of the specials). They gave us a free dessert as consolation. The sorbet was amazing! It was guava, raspberry, and passion fruit.
The service was fair because the waiter didn't explain the food components."

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

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/03/2010

(review submitted 03/03/2010)

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Review 19 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Super! Fantastic meal and worth the money. Can'tt wait to go back."

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

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/26/2010

(review submitted 03/02/2010)

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Review 20 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Great...only comment..too many tables in a small area"

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/27/2010

(review submitted 03/02/2010)

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Review 21 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The perfect place for a special occasion. We felt very welcomed by every member of the staff and the food was delicious."

Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/27/2010

(review submitted 03/02/2010)

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Review 22 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"From the Amuse Bouche, compliments of the chef, to the cheesecake lollipop tree dessert this restaurant experience was everything I expected of David Burke. Highly recommended!"

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 02/27/2010

(review submitted 03/01/2010)

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Review 23 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"We were there for brunch. Food presentation is great. Some dish were good - the salmon was perfectly cooked; others, not so good - the scramble eggs with lobster were overcooked. Overall, a bit pretentious. The service is not at the high end level of what the restaurant obviously aims to be with waiters mumbling and generally not being helpful. From our perspective, the brunch was overpriced compared with other dining experiences we had in New York. We will not go there again."

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/27/2010

(review submitted 03/01/2010)

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Review 24 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Beautiful decor, exquisitely presented and delicious food, ample portions, would return anytime!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, 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 02/26/2010

(review submitted 02/28/2010)

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Review 25 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"The food did not meet my expectations of a chef restaurant."

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/26/2010

(review submitted 02/28/2010)

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Review 26 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Always an outstanding experience!"

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, 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		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/24/2010

(review submitted 02/26/2010)

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Review 27 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"I am very disappointed with my dining experience. The food, service, and ambiance simply do not justify the costs.

The food was slightly above average, but the food did not seperate itself from any other reputable restaurant in Manhattan.

The service was below average. We waited 30 minutes to be seated, with a reservation. Servers simply plopped dishes onto my table, gave descriptions of the dishes without care or concern, and ran off.

The ambiance was very noisy. Tables were too close to each other. The restaurant obviously tried to accommodate as many customers as they could. However, the impression was that the restaurant was more concerned with making money, rather than improving diner satisfaction.

Very disappointing."

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Fair)
Service		(Fair)
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 28 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"The food was good, but on the whole I think it is a bit over-rated. The tables are really close to each other & not too pleasant. New York has so many great restaurants, I would not go back certainly if I was paying for it. It is rather expensive."

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Fair)
Service		(Fair)
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 29 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"Was it the Valentine rush? The food was great as always. The tables were so close together that I could eat off my neighbor's plate. The service was polite but slow. The noise level made conversation difficult. I specifically requested the rear dining area to avoid the crowds at the bar and the mid restaurant traffic. Considering that I had to sign a contract for a table one month in advance, I expected better."

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Fair)
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 30 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"was a bit strange ... its small (being in a townhouse) and the service was all over the place. Immediately buried in menus, bread, etc...couldn't blink. Then once we got order in, barely saw anybody. It was crowded but not too loud. Filled with tourists it seemed though."

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/13/2010

(review submitted 02/25/2010)

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Review 31 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"We enjoyed our late dinner at David Burke Townhouse. The ambiance and decor are well done and service is friendly. I ordered the ribeye steak and was disappointed with the quality of the cut/. I know that ribeye's are marbled but this iece had a fatty texture throughout the steak. I was disappointed but I'm sure it could happen to any restaurant."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, special occasion, hot spot

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/13/2010

(review submitted 02/25/2010)

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Review 32 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"This was not a pleasant experience. An empty restaurant when we arrived, the hostess sat us in the casaul dining room rather than the formal. It was cramped - there were only inches between us and the table next to us. To get out you had to move the entire table. The dishes were served in a rapid-fire process. Four different servers would ask us if we were finished and if so, they would immediately bring out the next dish. The bread served came out warm and quickly turned to stone. I couldn't even slice it open with a butter knife. The food was average for the prices charged. The portions were miniscule. My wife's dessert was terrible and when she asked how it was prepared the server could not answer - andhe didn't offer to find out"

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/14/2010

(review submitted 02/22/2010)

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Review 33 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"We have been here for brunch several times before and it was always excellent, but in our eyes it seems to have slipped a bit. The delicious popovers they used to serve are no more, and the bloody mary wasn't as good as it used to be either. Even my lobster scramble was not a tasty treat. It was way too oily with not much flavor. The only excellent part of the meal was the always consistent apple dessert. We would think twice before returning."

Special Features: special occasion

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/14/2010

(review submitted 02/20/2010)

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Review 34 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"Lack of consistency to be inventive on food. Good ambience."

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/07/2010

(review submitted 02/19/2010)

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Review 35 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"They could benefit from some ambiance music."

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/13/2010

(review submitted 02/15/2010)

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Review 36 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"food was inventive and delicious. nice wine list. very trendy. im have a girlfriend, but this would be a great place to impress a first or second date."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/29/2010

(review submitted 02/13/2010)

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Review 37 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Food and service - wonderful --- as always"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/11/2010

(review submitted 02/13/2010)

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Review 38 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"It was wonderful. We were very well treated. The choices on the Restaurant Week menu were by far the best of any restaurant I have been to. The wait staff were quiet, polite and unobtrusive.The beauty of every dish sent to our table was spectacular, and the food was incredibly delicious. The room was lovely as well. All together, a dining experience fit for royalty."

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

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/03/2010

(review submitted 02/13/2010)

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Review 39 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"excellent food. great service. a bit expensive, but no problem."

Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/05/2010

(review submitted 02/12/2010)

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Review 40 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"We had lunch there and I was a bit disappointed in the food. We ordered from the restaurant week menu and you could tell that they didn't put forth their best efforts. The food was merely OK. The decor was beautiful."

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/08/2010

(review submitted 02/11/2010)

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Review 41 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The food was excellent, the space beautiful, the service attentive, warm and friendly. When they packed the part of my entre I couldn't finish, they included one of their spectaluar rolls - what a nice surprise."

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 02/07/2010

(review submitted 02/10/2010)

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Review 42 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Great place to bring clients. Service attentive but not hovering. Food excellent."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/08/2010

(review submitted 02/10/2010)

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Review 43 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"great lunch deal during the restaurant week. I had the asparagus, hunter steak and panna cotta. All great!!!"

Special Features: 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 02/09/2010

(review submitted 02/09/2010)

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Review 44 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Restaurant week menu & food was not great but I love this restaurant overall for dinner or brunch! Food is a little heavy, fattening but delicious."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, 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 01/31/2010

(review submitted 02/09/2010)

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Review 45 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"I love this restaurant, the food is great and they always have price fixed specials as well as at there other restaurant fishtail. You get gourmet food for a fraction of the cost.I eat things I don't normally like because everything tastes great and the portions are small but the food it rich and filling."

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
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 46 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Black forest ham scramble lacked in creativity....Short Rib was excellent but house made cavetelli were a little heavy handed on truffle oil and mushroom chips weren't quite crispy.....Pretzel Crusted crab cake was a hit..... service was average at best"

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

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

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who dined on 02/03/2010

(review submitted 02/09/2010)

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Review 47 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"the creative presentation & ingredients match in each meal is definetely the distinctive point...very worth trying and going back. And back. And back!"

Special Features: great for brunch, special occasion, great for lunch

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

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who dined on 02/07/2010

(review submitted 02/09/2010)

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Review 48 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"I had a reservation at 2pm during RW week and we arrived at the restaurant at 2pm. But the Maitre'D seated a group of obnoxious 10 middle aged men, who had a reservation at 2:30pm before us. We had to wait to be seated half an hr later. That was strike 1. When they eventually seated us after I asked them about why he seated the 10 obnoxious men first when they had a reservation later than mine, he squeezed the 3 of us in a tiny table that was only meant to seat 2, instead of showing us to a table that's more spacious and could seat 4. The only redeeming quality is the food. We ordered the lollipop tree in lieu of 2 desserts but I thought it was just ok, aside from the novelty of it."

Special Features: fit for foodies

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

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who dined on 02/05/2010

(review submitted 02/09/2010)

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Review 49 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"We had a family gathering and we had the restaurant week menu. The appetizers and main entrees were good but the desserts were unmemorable. The restaurant was uncomfortably crowded and loud. The waitress who brought the signature lollipop cheesecake tree tipped it and spilled water all over the table and my husband's pants. She apologized but it would have been nice if they offered us a compted cup of coffee, but nothing."

Special Features: special occasion

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

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who dined on 02/05/2010

(review submitted 02/09/2010)

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Review 50 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Wine is overpriced; the restaurant's margin on the bottles offered is too high."

Special Features: romantic, special occasion, hot spot

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

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who dined on 02/06/2010

(review submitted 02/09/2010)

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Review 51 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"We were pleasantly surprised by this dining experience. The decor was elegant and the service attentive- but not too over the top. The tuna and salmon tartare parfait is worthy of its illustration in the menu. The lobster steak was excellent as was the seared tuna. Save room for the cheesecake lollipops- best presentation ever and worth the caloric intake. We would definitely eat here again."

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

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

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who dined on 02/06/2010

(review submitted 02/09/2010)

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Review 52 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"The hosts and bar staff were not the most pleasant. They did not start the evening off well with their attitude at the bar. However, the waiter and the dining staff were outstanding in their attention to detail. The food was excellent!"

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

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who dined on 02/02/2010

(review submitted 02/09/2010)

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Review 53 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Great spot. Fun, yet very polished. We loved the service. Our waiter was a little aloof, but the bartenders were great. Food was amazing. Definitely a repeat visit."

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

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

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who dined on 02/06/2010

(review submitted 02/09/2010)

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Review 54 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Food selection for restaurant week was good; enjoyed the salmon entree and the desserts. Place was very crowded and quite noisy; tables were placed extremely close together. Service was fair and somewhat inattentive--we had to request refills of water glasses twice before we could get attention of a waiter. I'm attributing the lack of service to the large number of "restaurant week" diners; they were still "packing in the lunch crowds" at 3:00 pm."

Special Features: special occasion, great for lunch

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

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who dined on 02/05/2010

(review submitted 02/09/2010)

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Review 55 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Everything was excellent, probably my favorite RW experience (out of 6, including 3 Jean Georges restaurants). Only thing was it was a bit cramped and small towards the back of the restaurant, but very nice decor and still a better option than sitting towards the front of the restaurant, right by the bar.

Everything was good from the bread to the humorous waiter and excellent guidance on ordering entrees and wine to go with."

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

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

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who dined on 02/04/2010

(review submitted 02/08/2010)

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Review 56 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The food, drinks, and service were great!"

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

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

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who dined on 02/06/2010

(review submitted 02/08/2010)

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Review 57 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"The Restaurant Week menu was so-so. I had the Scottish salmon which was nothing to write home about. The hangar steak that my friend ordered was better -- but is this the most inventive thing they could come up with? The dining area had a unique ambience - like a House of Cards parlor -- and the service was great, but my expectations from the reputation fell short."

Special Features: romantic, special occasion

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
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 58 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"This is one of the better restaurants in NYC."

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

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

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who dined on 02/05/2010

(review submitted 02/07/2010)

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Review 59 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Nothing was special. I'm glad it was restaurant week, and lunch was $25. I wouldn't go there paying more than that."

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)

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who dined on 02/05/2010

(review submitted 02/07/2010)

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Review 60 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"We went for their Restaurant Week menu which for the price was quite nice. Overall the food was well cooked with tasty and interesting sauces. Desserts was quite nice as well. They did a good job and I would return again."

Special Features: romantic, special occasion

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

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who dined on 02/05/2010

(review submitted 02/07/2010)

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Review 61 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"My girl and I decided to do a restaurant week long lunch. It was nothing short of fantastic...!"

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

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

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who dined on 02/05/2010

(review submitted 02/07/2010)

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Review 62 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"The food was good, but the chef spent more effort on the presentation than the taste. Most importantly, I expect to be satisfied and full at the end of my meal, and my date and I were both disappointed and still hungry. To privide important perspective, my girlfriend weighs 100 lbs. To provide more detail, one of our appetizers was twenty dollars, and it consisted of a single shrimp with a one-inch long piece of tuna. This isn't France."

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

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who dined on 02/04/2010

(review submitted 02/06/2010)

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Review 63 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Fantabulous, frenzied, fit for people that love food, a great restaurant week deal."

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

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

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who dined on 02/04/2010

(review submitted 02/06/2010)

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Review 64 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Wonderful food and a creative menu. Small and narrow rooms, gets tight quickly, with loud background conversations drowning out quiet enjoyment of the dining experience. But the food saves the day!!! Best for couples and small groups. Remained crowded (popular?) until well after 10:00 PM. Restaurant week pricing makes this a steal, with alternative choices offered at a supplemental price means you have plenty of choices at different price points and comfort levels."

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

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

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who dined on 02/04/2010

(review submitted 02/06/2010)

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Review 65 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Thhe food was very good, and the service was excellent. We were seated promptly. I had told them that it was my son's birthday, and they did not forget to put a candle in his desert. We loved the decor of the restaurent. We would definately go back."

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

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

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who dined on 02/02/2010

(review submitted 02/06/2010)

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Review 66 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The appetizers of scallops topped with an egg and crab cakes topped with a prawn tipped us off that we were going on an amazing culinary trip. The food was spectacular, the mustard crusted tuna and braised short ribs making up the main course were both fall apart tender and the desserts at the end sealed the deal that everything they did was excellent. The lively decorations and everyday UES feel leave this place with the unique feel that you should be a regular here, even thought it's not really cheap enough to do. But boy that crab cake was good."

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

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

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who dined on 02/05/2010

(review submitted 02/06/2010)

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Review 67 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Wonderful choices for restaurant week."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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

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who dined on 02/04/2010

(review submitted 02/06/2010)

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Review 68 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Poor)

"6 reservations during restaurant week / David Burke Townhouse was our favorite! Food, Service worth a return visit for our next trip to NY. Thank you for making our evening everything we hoped it would be."

Special Features: fit for foodies

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

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who dined on 02/01/2010

(review submitted 02/05/2010)

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Review 69 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Fabulous! Not only were the meals and deserts great but the preparation and presentation was outstanding. The service was outstanding and the servers were very knowledable. It was a very memorable experience and we will return the next time we are in NY."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion

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

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who dined on 01/31/2010

(review submitted 02/05/2010)

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Review 70 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"My bf and I went for the restaurant week. We were pleasantly surprised that they offered the same regular menu (minus a couple of dishes off the menu) with great portion. They did not attempt to skimp on neither quality nor quantity. we really appreciate that. The staff was very attentive and friendly. We had a great time and this will be one of our frequent restaurants."

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

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

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who dined on 02/03/2010

(review submitted 02/05/2010)

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Review 71 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Another fantastic meal at David Burke Townhouse! This place never lets diners down with their excellent service, quality of food and pace. We arrived before our reservations and had some cocktails at the bar (highly recommended). The bartender mixed some great cocktails and surprised us with a complementary appetizer! Nice. Our meal was well paced even with the house filling up quickly. Food was...again, amazing. It seems one of the constants on the menu is the pretzel-crusted crab cake which is a must, along with saving room for the cheesecake lollipops! Fans of short ribs also will rejoice at the excellent preparation that DB lavishes on the dish. Highly recommend going!!"

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

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

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who dined on 02/03/2010

(review submitted 02/05/2010)

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Review 72 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Relaxing lunch experience, delicious food!"

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

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very 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 73 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Presentation of food was outstanding. Tables were very close."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very 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 74 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Food was excellent, service adequate if you are in the outer room. Just a bit drafty by the front door in cold weather and the music was alright but didn't quite fit the ambiance of the restaurant."

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

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very 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 75 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Tried this for restaurant week, and wow I wish I would of came here sooner! The place is amazing inside, so quiet, and refined. Service was excellent. Had the crabcake and it was the best me and my friend ever had. She had the salmon which was excellent and I had the short ribs, delish! best ever!!! Dessert we got the cheesecake lollipop tree and the drunken donuts! Fun, and exciting desserts can't wait to go back!"

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

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

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who dined on 02/03/2010

(review submitted 02/04/2010)

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Review 76 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"David Burke's $24.07 lunch offers more choice than any others who offer a prix fixe lunch.Of course, the $6 supplements on the best choices rather defeats the special lunch price.

I got the table of my choice and while service was chillier and less attentive than in previous visits, I have no complaints."

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very 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 77 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The food was out of this world--and despite containing what could be very heavy ingredients, nothing was too heavy. The cheesecake lollipops were adorable!"

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

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very 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 78 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"My hat goes off to the interior designer. This place is so surprisingly stunning from the candy colored glass blown ballons hanging in the foyer to the diamond shaped checkered carpeted floor, it was truely a wonderland experience for adults. Moving on to the food. I think the appetizers was really the show stopper. I had the pretzel covered crab cake. Who knew such a small dish would be bursting with so many flavors, it was like a symphony in my mouth! For the main course i had the hanger speak with whipped potatoes. I got to say, it was my least favorite of all the dishes, in terms of creativity. For dessert I had the apple tart. it was warm, crisp and chewy, and everything an apple tart should be! I will definately be back again!"

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

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very 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 79 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The food was incredible, both tasting and looking. AMAZING, AMAZING, AMAZING"

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, 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 02/02/2010

(review submitted 02/04/2010)

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Review 80 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The festive atmosphere of David's Burke Townhouse was perfect for a girlfriends' birthday lunch. The food was elegantly prepared and delicious and the price was reasonable. The salmon was cooked perfectly and the cheesecake lollipop tree was a fun way to prolong the afternoon and end the celebration. One piece of advice though - DO NOT order coffee refills, we were charged $6 a cup (even though one of us had asked for a one inch refill!) for black coffee - absurd by any standard."

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

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
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 81 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"It's a townhouse, so the place is crowded. Other that that I think the food is good and I will return from time to time."

Special Features: great for lunch

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(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 82 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"There was a nicely generous menu for Restaurant Week, many and varied choices. Everything was nicely prepared and served."

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

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who dined on 02/01/2010

(review submitted 02/03/2010)

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Review 83 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"One of the best places in New York City! Amazing!!"

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

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

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who dined on 02/01/2010

(review submitted 02/03/2010)

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Review 84 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Really good meal, beautiful room (albeit eclectic decor,) and good to great service. I'm a fan."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very 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 85 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Who knew granola parfait could taste that good??? Something so simple is treated with such mastery as David Burkes."

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

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

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who dined on 01/31/2010

(review submitted 02/02/2010)

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Review 86 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Everything was great especially the Drunken donuts for dessert."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, 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 02/02/2010)

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Review 87 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The food and ambiance are very good. Service is not as good. My friend loved the limo parked outside for smokers."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch

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

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who dined on 01/29/2010

(review submitted 02/02/2010)

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Review 88 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Fabulous from start to finish! Excellent value during restaurant week. The service was outstanding!"

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

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

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who dined on 01/29/2010

(review submitted 02/02/2010)

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Review 89 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"We had a wonderful dining experience at David Burke Townhouse. We went for restaurant week...they have by far the best restaurant week menu that we've ever tried. Food was delicious, service was very attentive...overall we had a great time."

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

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

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who dined on 01/31/2010

(review submitted 02/02/2010)

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Review 90 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"I took my parents to this restaurant for a lovely brunch on Sunday. WE were celebrating my Father's birthday. Both he and my mother were blown away by the food and ambiance. This was a fantastic first experience at David Burke Townhouse! I look forward to coming back again!"

Special Features: great for brunch, great for lunch

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

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who dined on 01/31/2010

(review submitted 02/02/2010)

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Review 91 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The food here is exquisit. The dining room is beautiful,and the staff is professional and helpful. The mixed cocktails were simply delicious."

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

Food		(Outstanding)
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 92 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"I was not that impressed with their dinner prixe fixe selection. The lobster scramble 1st course was not very flavor full and the dish had no textural dimension. The toasted brioche bread that came with it was dry and bland. We were not given a choice with the 2nd course, it was an automatic soup course. I was expecting better flavor combinations from DB, although the presentation was lovely as usual. This meal was not as memorable as past. I will think twice about dining here again for special occasions."

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

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who dined on 01/30/2010

(review submitted 02/02/2010)

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Review 93 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Reserved it for the restaurant week for a Saturday lunch. No limitations were shown and no indication when reserved that it wasn't going on weekends. Turned out that restaurant week was Mo-Fri only and that this had to be full priced brunch. The only thing was that certain lunch items were not on the menu. Overall food was decent (pan seared crusted tuna, cornflakes crusted salmon over sauted spinach and a really good, but way overpriced, french toast), but nothing left me wanting more or to come again. Even the "lollipop cheesecake" didn't seem nearly as opulent from what I remembered. Anyways, no major harm done, but there was a very little value in this meal."

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

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who dined on 01/30/2010

(review submitted 02/02/2010)

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Review 94 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Outstanding, outstanding, outstanding!! Bravo on a super restaurant in every respect."

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

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

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who dined on 01/28/2010

(review submitted 02/02/2010)

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Review 95 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"The food was much better than I was expected. But the service was rude include a phone call for confirmation. The decoration was nice, but there were too many tables. Everybody was too close each other, and I saw waiters were almost hitting each other several times while they were carrying dishes. Finally, it was SO noisy that I gave up having conversation with my husband. Impossible to have a business dinner or a special occation dinner due to the bad service and atmosphere."

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Fair)
Service		(Poor)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/31/2010

(review submitted 02/02/2010)

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Review 96 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Poor)

"all the food was western but in chinese sauce and reminded me of food in air planes."

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

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who dined on 01/30/2010

(review submitted 02/02/2010)

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Review 97 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Will definitely go again and again and again! Food was amazing, staff was attentive and the peach martinis were perfect. My only area of improvement would be the proximity of the tables to each other. We were so close to the guests to our left and right we could've eaten from their plates. Removing 1-2 tables would definitely give a little elbow room. But, even that couldn't ruin our dining experience. Try the pretzel covered crab appetizer -- you won't be sorry!"

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 01/31/2010)

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Review 98 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Excellent food and service. Attractive setting. If it were a bit quieter could qualify for Romantic."

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/29/2010

(review submitted 01/31/2010)

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Review 99 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Great food, attentive service but absolutely no space in this jam-packed spot"

Special Features: fit for foodies

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/29/2010

(review submitted 01/31/2010)

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Review 100 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Quick service and decent size portions. I did think it was a little bit loud and crowded. The drinks were on the expensive side @$15 for stolli tonic. The cheesecake lollipop amazed my girlfriend so make sure to try it."

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

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/29/2010

(review submitted 01/31/2010)

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Review 101 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"I was honestly a little disappointed with David Burke Townhouse. I made a reservation for my birthday dinner and I left wishing I had made it elsewhere. The food was good but honestly not phenomenal. Some of the dishes were creative and presented very nicely, but my main course was pretty standard and not worth the price. The waiter was cold and dropped a rather pompous, rude and frankly inappropriate comment to me halfway through my dinner that left me with a really negative feeling about the whole experience. When you spend a decent amount of money on a dinner like that, you deserve to be treated well and not made to feel out of place."

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/29/2010

(review submitted 01/31/2010)

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Review 102 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The Restaurant Week menu was great with many selections. Will visit the restaurant again."

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

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/27/2010

(review submitted 01/31/2010)

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Review 103 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The food was excellent and well presented. Great ambiance but tables were closely situated. When the dining room is full, the noise level increases. Not the place for confidential, or intimate conversations."

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

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/29/2010

(review submitted 01/31/2010)

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Review 104 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The restaurant week menu was really good and offered many options.
The food was excellent."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/28/2010

(review submitted 01/30/2010)

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Review 105 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Food was exquisitely presented and excellent as well. Service was very good, but I felt rushed. As one finished a dish, they rushed in and pulled the plate away. Where we were seated, it was a bit cramped and the noise was deafening. It was hard to carry on a conversation."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion

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 106 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"A NYC Icon. Love the Murano glass balloons. Your special time starts the minute you walk in the door. The creativity is saturated in the food, ambiance, art and fun...'Drunken Donuts' are a must try."

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

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Good)
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 107 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Poor)

"Surprisingly poor. The presentation is lovely but the food other than the appetizers was a disaster. The short ribs were dry and our waitress forgot the sauce that is supposed to go on top. When I pointed this out at the end of the meal when another customer's short ribs were sauced, she said, "too bad." The chicken was tasteless and served on frozen vegetables. All in all, it was a r=great disappointment. The kitchen should be ashamed of what they served that night. The table next to us sent the tuna back it was so tasteless. I had high expectations since I know his cookbook well and thought the experience would live up to its undeserved reputation. So much for great expectations."

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/27/2010

(review submitted 01/29/2010)

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Review 108 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"If you love lobster....you MUST have the crispy & angry lobster! Amazing! We went for restaurant week and everything was great! Service was very attentive and thoughtful but not overbearing in any way. Will defintiely go back again."

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 109 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Excellent food for being lunch during Restaurant Week. Service good though nothing out of the ordinary. It seems ambiance is energetic at night. Would definitely go back."

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/27/2010

(review submitted 01/29/2010)

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Review 110 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"On a recent visit, our group stood inside the front door, while staff ran around and basically ignored us. Then, we were forced to check our coats- no coats allowed in the dining room. Many of us had valuable things in our pockets - keys, cameras and so this necessitated stopping and clearing them - all done in a small confined area-confusion entailed. The gentleman who seated us seemed to need if our party was complete and again, in in somewhat confrontational- first impressions! The main dining room seating is tight- we were too close to a wait staff station and every time they needed flatware, two of us had to shift a bit in our seats. I really wonder if the place meets fire codes- very little room to get in/out of seats."

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

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who dined on 01/27/2010

(review submitted 01/29/2010)

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Review 111 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"The service was not good. We had to ask for bread- it took a goodly amount of time to receive it. I had to ask for fresh pepper from 3 different people befor i finally received it. That is unheard of in a fine restaurant I should not have had to ask even once. I suspect this had to do with it being restaurant week but it clearly does not send a good message and i have told many people not to bother going. In addition the portions seemed quite small the men in our party were not satisfied. Having come off an extraordinary meal at Avra just a few days before this was quite a let down."

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Poor)
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 112 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The food and presentation is excellent! Our only gripe is that the tables are packed in and extremely close together. Even with that it would definitely be a place I go to again."

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 01/26/2010

(review submitted 01/28/2010)

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Review 113 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Fantastic dinner with 4 friends. Everything we ordered was as good as you would expect from David Burke - which is a lot."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion, 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 114 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The experience was wonderful. The service was terrific and the food very good. My only problem was that the salad selection was not to my liking."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/25/2010

(review submitted 01/28/2010)

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Review 115 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Everything was truly outstanding. Perhaps the finest lunch we have had in a very long time. Highly recommended!"

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

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/26/2010

(review submitted 01/28/2010)

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Review 116 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"I had a LOT of issues with the service at this restaurant. The hostess made our group of 5 stand and made no effort to seat us. She then DEMANDED that we check our coats. She wouldn't allow us to keep them! How strange is that?! Even better, all the waiters were on their blackberries rather than actually serving us. Our waiter was the worst. I asked for the wine special of the week, which I thought was 32 dollars/bottle. I made sure to ask the waiter again when he brought the bottle to our table whether this was the 32 dollar bottle and he said yes. Turns out it was a $32/GLASS of wine, but he made no effort to correct us and we paid almost $200 for the bottle. I will NOT be going back."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Poor)
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 117 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Lovely and varied menu for lunch. The dining room was beautiful, service staff attentive,and the food delicious."

Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/25/2010

(review submitted 01/27/2010)

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Review 118 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Couldn't have been any nicer. The restaurant week menu was on the table so no need to ask for it. Everyone was very accomadating and the food was wonderful"

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

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

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who dined on 01/25/2010

(review submitted 01/27/2010)

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Review 119 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"excellent food
great wine
no place to wait
crowded bar and uncomfortable
otherwise all was fabulous"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, 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 120 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"excellent selection for restaurant week."

Special Features: fit for foodies, 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 01/25/2010

(review submitted 01/26/2010)

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Review 121 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"I had as a starter one of the best crab cake ever, crispy, delicious, very unique.The main dish of short ribs over truffle pasta was also excellent."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
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 122 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The food was great, the service was great, I really enjoed my lunch here, I would definetly recommend"

Special Features: special occasion

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
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 123 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Very confident and assured delivery of the dining experience albeit distinctly Upper East Side. As another reviewer noted, I think they have too many seats in the big main room - I would prefer to sit up the front."

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
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 124 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"Although Restaurant Week ends in a week, and David Burke Townhouse is listed as offering a restaurant week Pre-fix dinner menu, the staff did not offer that menu to us, and when asked to have it, we were told that "Restaurant Week starts next week"!!!!!! I felt the staff was misleading!!!! This is the second time I visit the restaurant during Restaurant week, but this time I felt cheated. I am not coming back again."

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Poor)
Service		(Very Good)
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 125 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"A wonderful experience,the food was fantastic, great service and ambiance. Highly recommended!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, 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 01/21/2010

(review submitted 01/23/2010)

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Review 126 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Fine food in quiet enjoyable atmosphere."

Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/21/2010

(review submitted 01/23/2010)

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Review 127 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Overall the food, service, and decor were very good. The chef used too much truffle oil in the BURRATA MOZZARELLA WITH CHESTNUT PURÉE & HAZELNUTS and the HANDMADE CAVATELLI & BRAISED SHORT RIBS. The MARKET SALAD was too salty."

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/20/2010

(review submitted 01/22/2010)

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Review 128 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Only negative was that the prices posted on the restaurant's web entry on menupages were changed (of course higher), surprising when the restaurant hasn't been open very long."

Special Features: fit for foodies

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/02/2010

(review submitted 01/20/2010)

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Review 129 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"We love the cozy room and great service. I went back for the hamburger, but wasn't as tasty this time.The desserts on the pre-fixe were delicious!!!! Gother for the price and wonderful meals because it's the best for location next to the park."

Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/18/2010

(review submitted 01/20/2010)

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Review 130 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The whole experience was great. The foods were very delicious and great."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, scenic view

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/18/2010

(review submitted 01/20/2010)

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Review 131 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Very disappointing service--and there were almost as many waitstaff as diners. Throughout lunch we were often ignored and one waiter was downright surley when we asked him what champagnes were served by the glass. A shame, really."

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/18/2010

(review submitted 01/19/2010)

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Review 132 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"I really enjoyed my meal, service was great, new decor was lovely. My only negative was the spacing of the tables; I felt I was eating with the people next to me. Although I'm used to close tables along the sides w/ tables for two, the center of the restaurant had probably 20% more seating than it should have."

Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
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 133 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"The food is innovative and beautifully plated. The service could have been more attentive and tables are tightly packed into a room that is very loud when filled wioth opther diners. This would have been a more pleasant experience if I didn't have to shout to be heard by my dinner companion and we did feel e bit ignored by our servers."

Special Features: fit for foodies

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/12/2010

(review submitted 01/15/2010)

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Review 134 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"Uninspiring food and decor. Very loud even less than half full. Overall, a tired East Side dowager just going through the motions. There is much better available in Manhattan on almost every block.Zagat rating innacurate, a holdover from better days."

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

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who dined on 01/12/2010

(review submitted 01/14/2010)

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Review 135 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"The food was very good, but a couple of disappointments - the prix fixe dinner offered on the website was not available (or the waiter did not know of it) and the waiter was pushy."

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/09/2010

(review submitted 01/14/2010)

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Review 136 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Our group enjoyed some dishes like the tuna and the steak. Other dishes were so-so. The restaurant is quite lovely, with a modern take on art deco. The service is also very good."

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/10/2010

(review submitted 01/12/2010)

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Review 137 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"We booked David Burke townhouse after the restaurant we originally booked was closed for the night. We were going to a good restaurant to celebrate my sister's 21st birthday while we were on holiday in New York - and we weren't disappointed! The atmosphere, the service, the food - all brilliant, top notch, and would thoroughly recommend this to anyone who was looking for somewhere different and slightly more than the regular restuarant you could walk into."

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 12/14/2009

(review submitted 01/12/2010)

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Review 138 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"They do it right. The only mistake was not indicating to Open Table that we kept our appointment."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch

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

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who dined on 01/08/2010

(review submitted 01/11/2010)

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Review 139 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Beautiful decor, fascinating food, wonderful friendly staff, and just steps from Bloomies.

Who could ask for anything more? Whether stopping in for a drink, a lite bite, a formal meal, or to propose marriage this venue has something for every taste.

The $24 and $34 prix fixe lunches offer the most delicious options at reasonable prices...a touch of the Divine that everyone can afford."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, kid-friendly, 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)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/07/2010

(review submitted 01/09/2010)

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Review 140 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"This is the best food by the best chef in New York, if not the country. Burke's imagination and perfection always amaze me. A meal here is as close as you can get to heaven on earth."

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

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

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who dined on 01/07/2010

(review submitted 01/09/2010)

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Review 141 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"There is a great lunch prix fixe year round, and my above star rating is based on the value of the meal. It is not quite as good as it used to be (mostly in terms of service), but definitely worth the price."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/05/2010

(review submitted 01/07/2010)

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Review 142 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"The food was fun and creative and tasted good, and our waiter was very attentive and polite. However we were unhappily surprise by the prix fixe brunch price as the website says it is $30 but the menu at the restaurant is $39. We felt a bit misled about this but of course still ate there since we were already seated."

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(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 143 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"One of the best dining experinces that we have ever had. Great food, wine and service. We hope to return soon."

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

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/01/2010

(review submitted 01/05/2010)

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Review 144 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The food was fantastic and the service great. The prix fix lunch is a deal! and the cheesecake lollipop tree was a great finish!"

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 12/29/2009

(review submitted 01/04/2010)

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Review 145 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"I was dissapointed but will probably give them another try on a non-brunch, non holiday. We were 15 minutes early for our 2:30 reservation and we were not seated until after 3 -- and they seated a couple of walk ins before us. We had confirmed our reservations the day before, so they should have managed their floor better and seated us more promptly. In addition, the tables are SO crammed that everytime the waiter walked by he bumped my seat. I think that we should have been comped a drink or something for our wait. I also didn't realize that they would only be serving a brunch menu on New Year's Day (a Friday). I really didn't want breakfast at 3:00 in the afternoon but had no choice. They never refilled the coffee or water either."

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/01/2010

(review submitted 01/03/2010)

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Review 146 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"David Burke Townhouse is an amazing choice for brunch. It has delicious food served by a wonderful staff in a beautiful environment. I would highly recommend this as a super choice!!! I look forward to going again for dinner."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/01/2010

(review submitted 01/03/2010)

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Review 147 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The meal started out beautifully, with an amuse buoche (mini appetizer) given to us before we ordered our meal. It was foie gras, which many people may not like, and I didn't eat, but was served very delicately. We were given a choice of the pre fixe menu or a la carte, of which we chose a little from both. I ordered Braised Ribs and they were absolutely amazing. The cream sauce had such a buttery flavor, I couldn't put my fork down! The service was impeccable, not a detail left out, and the whole experience was one to be remembered. It was expensive, but well worth it."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/28/2009

(review submitted 01/03/2010)

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Review 148 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The staff was very friendly and helpful. We enoyed the food - preparations were innovative and delicious. Our only reservations are that we were charged for water (tap water was not offered as an option) and regular coffee price ($18 for two) seemed high.
Nevertheless I would recommend the restaurant to friends for special dinner."

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

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/01/2010

(review submitted 01/03/2010)

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Review 149 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"A very interesting decor provides a comfortable atmosphere. The food is creatively presented but not quite as good as it looks though still worthwhile. The wine list is extensive but at a high price. A great place for brunch and overall a nice find."

Special Features: great for brunch

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/01/2010

(review submitted 01/01/2010)

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Review 150 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"some tables great, some not so but food was wonderful and top notch from apps to desert, be sure to check your bill as sometimes alacart prices are added rather than the pre-fix"

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

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/29/2009

(review submitted 01/01/2010)

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Review 151 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The food was delicious and the service was superior."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/30/2009

(review submitted 01/01/2010)

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Review 152 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Best deal in the UES locale. Went for the the two different price fix menus with a coworker for a birthday luncheon and we were both thrilled by the expansive menu. The food was all excellent! Service was unobtrusive, dining room was festive for the christmas holidays. Note I was at Gramercy T earlier in the week for lunch and felt this was by far superior in terms of food choice and pricing!"

Special Features: great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/29/2009

(review submitted 12/31/2009)

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Review 153 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Food was perfection; service was friendly and professional but extremely slow. We were all waiting in a line by the bar on Christmas day for a table and the manager seemed disinterested. I would definitely go back and hopefully the service will improve the next time."

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

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/25/2009

(review submitted 12/30/2009)

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Review 154 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Lovely birthday celebration--took friend for her birthday--rave reviews for food and ambiance. Lovely complimentary dessert which was house specialty (lolipop tree) ended the meal on a very high note. What a special thing to do. Will return often. Only down note was charge for 2 pots of coffee ($6 each) when a cup of coffee was ordered."

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

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/28/2009

(review submitted 12/30/2009)

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Review 155 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Excellent meal and impeccable service. I would definitely recommend David Burke Townhouse to anyone. Great wine list too!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/28/2009

(review submitted 12/30/2009)

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Review 156 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"A tourist trap. Highly overrated!"

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/27/2009

(review submitted 12/29/2009)

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Review 157 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Overall it was a good choice. We have had brunch there before and have had a nice experience. The food is good and dependable.Perhaps because it is so busy at that time the service is somewhat rushed. You get the feeling they need to turn the table not that they are taking care of you. Also could they PLEASE train their servers not to clear until the entire table is finished."

Special Features: great for brunch

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/27/2009

(review submitted 12/29/2009)

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Review 158 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"this was truly a find for christmas dinner, your choice of pri fix or directly from the dinner menu which was extensive and excellent"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/25/2009

(review submitted 12/28/2009)

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Review 159 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Very beautiful and comfortable spot. The food was heavy on the presentation light on the volume. The taste was in general good."

Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, romantic, special occasion

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/26/2009

(review submitted 12/28/2009)

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Review 160 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"It is great for a high end night out. The Lollipop tree is something to remember for a while. The 1st & 2nd portion sizes are rich but noticeably petite. The entrées are large. I will be back."

Special Features: romantic, special occasion

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/14/2009

(review submitted 12/28/2009)

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Review 161 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Amazing presentation with delicious food every course. Affordable prix fixe menus."

Special Features: fit for foodies

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/14/2009

(review submitted 12/28/2009)

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Review 162 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Our first time at David Burke's Townhouse was for Christmas Day dinner. We liked the sophisticated yet casual feel, and the food was mostly delicious. The amuse, a seafood mousse, and the grilled quail salad appetizer were particularly excellent. Unfortunately, maybe because of staffing problems on the holiday, service was poor: it was never clear who our waiter was, the maitre d' who took our wine order forgot to bring it, and then we had to request the amuse, which arrived *after* the appetizer. No one ever apologized for these oversights, and on top of it my skirt steak, which was ordinary and tougher than it should have been, arrived just barely warm enough to eat. All in all, a disappointment."

Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/25/2009

(review submitted 12/27/2009)

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Review 163 for David Burke Townhouse

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Chef Burke and his dinner party arrived right after we gave our name to the hostess. While his group attracted much attention from the staff,my wife and I were treated well and were soon escorted to our table. We han a very enjoyable time."

Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion

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

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/25/2009

(review submitted 12/27/2009)

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