Up the stairs and into a "magical" room.....is the route to "decadence defined" at the Midtown New American dispensing "excellent" caviar and sushi.....Zagat 2010

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32 Current Reviews

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Overall

(Outstanding) 4.6 / 5

(32 Reviews)

Rating Breakdown 32 reviews

5 stars

(23)

4 stars

(7)

3 stars

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2 stars

(2)

1 star

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Food

(Outstanding) 4.8 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.8 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4.5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

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special occasion(24)
fit for foodies(22)
romantic(22)

neighborhood gem(10)
great for lunch(9)
notable wine list(8)

Caviar Russe Reviews List

Review 1 for Caviar Russe

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Lunch was wonderful

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Dined on 6/15/2013

2012

Dined on 6/15/2013

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"From our warm welcome to the wonderful Champagne and Caviar.....the most imaginative combinations of food pairings that just make your taste buds wonder and want for more...cant wait to go back for more!!!!"

Dined on 6/15/2013

2012

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

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Review 2 for Caviar Russe

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful restaurant

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Dined on 6/04/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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"I always a fan of carviar.
This is the perfect place to have it.
Worth every penny."

Dined on 6/04/2013

Special Features: scenic view, neighborhood gem, great for lunch

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Review 3 for Caviar Russe

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Love Caviar Russe

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Dined on 6/04/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Quiet

"I try to visit every time I travel to NYC. This is such a special place - a treat."

Dined on 6/04/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

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Review 4 for Caviar Russe

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/30/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"It is a great place to go as a couple. Very romantic atmosphere. Also you can go with friend and have s great French lunch with caviar. But mostly it is good to go with boyfriend/girlfriend. The lunch for 2 people will be around 200$ with no wine. The quality of food is great."

Dined on 5/30/2013

Special Features: romantic, notable wine list, special occasion

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Review 5 for Caviar Russe

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

A TRUE SURPRISE

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Dined on 5/25/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Yes, a true surprise for jaded New Yorkers. We broke tradition for our 34th wedding anniversary and chose an unknown (to us) midtown restaurant. We usually steer away from the midtown tourist neighborhood. The second floor location, small dining room, and well-spaced tables made us feel comfortable and away from it all. The staff was knowledgeable and attentive, but not too attentive. Champagne was served ice cold in chilled flutes and the caviar quality and presentation was first-rate. All courses were well well paced and absolutely delicious. CAVIAR RUSSE is a complete experience - much more than just a restaurant.
The only negative, and a small one, is the playlist over the sound system. Music doesn't match decor or food."

Dined on 5/25/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

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Review 6 for Caviar Russe

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Top-notch food and service

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Dined on 5/03/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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"Outstanding food and service. The best caviar in town, and you will pay accordingly."

Dined on 5/03/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic

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Review 7 for Caviar Russe

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/07/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Brilliant tastes and ambience. What a find in this great city! Decadently wonderful! A plain wow for anyone."

Dined on 5/07/2013

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

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Review 8 for Caviar Russe

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

True Hidden Gem!

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Dined on 5/01/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Not only eye-appealing, but also taste GREAT!!! Chef Agnew is awesome!!!"

Dined on 5/01/2013

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

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Review 9 for Caviar Russe

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Perhaps the best hidden gem

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Dined on 04/11/2013

2011

Dined on 04/11/2013

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Perhaps the best hidden gem in New York! Chef Chris Agnew is a very talented professional who used to work at Alain Ducasse and Adour as a sous-chef. I particularly admire his talent to come up with fantastic new dishes whenever I visit them so that I don't have to get the same dishes twice, which is not the kind of service I find even at Michelin three starred restaurants. Two thumbs up!"

Dined on 04/11/2013

2011

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

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Review 10 for Caviar Russe

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This restaurant offers very

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/05/2013

2008

Dined on 04/05/2013

2008

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"This restaurant offers very high quality French cuisine as well as caviar. A very unique dining experience."

Dined on 04/05/2013

2008

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

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Review 11 for Caviar Russe

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A hidden gem. Comparable

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/06/2013

2005

Dined on 04/06/2013

2005

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"A hidden gem. Comparable to the finest restaurants in New York. The dishes are expertly prepared, imaginative, and delicious. The overall experience is well worth the premium menu prices."

Dined on 04/06/2013

2005

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Review 12 for Caviar Russe

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fine Intimate Dining

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/28/2013

2006

Dined on 03/28/2013

2006

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Very attentive, unsurpassed in ambience and service."

Dined on 03/28/2013

2006

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

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Review 13 for Caviar Russe

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

It's really a hidden gem.

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Dined on 03/21/2013

2011

Dined on 03/21/2013

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"It's really a hidden gem. Great food and ambience! It's just my kind of restaurant. I love chef Chris Agnew's creative and delicious dishes so much!"

Dined on 03/21/2013

2011

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

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Review 14 for Caviar Russe

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Caviar and [almost] nothing but

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/06/2013

2012

Dined on 03/06/2013

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I've eaten here before but just wanted to enjoy the caviar service with a friend and oh did we ever! We did a sampling and it was divine decadence as Sally Bowles might call it... delicious and full of wonderful accompaniments that I barely touched as I prefer it with just toast points... or nothing at all. The service was impeccable as always and we finished the meal with the best coffee I have ever had. Delightful through and through!"

Dined on 03/06/2013

2012

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

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Review 15 for Caviar Russe

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

They offer a lot more than

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/04/2013

2009

Dined on 03/04/2013

2009

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"They offer a lot more than caviar. The uni appetizer was a must try. The lobster very well done. The room charming. It felt like a secret find."

Dined on 03/04/2013

2009

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

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Review 16 for Caviar Russe

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Wow!

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/15/2013

2006

Dined on 02/15/2013

2006

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I made the reservation for February 15th. When we arrived there was a chef's tasting menu for Valentine's Day that was not mentioned on OpenTable. It was the only option at $295 per person. We were with another couple and after having one moderate bottle of wine and paying the gratuity, each couple ended up paying over $800. The food was good but not THAT good and the environment was a bit haughty. I loved the chandeliers though. Anyone who goes on a holiday weekend should check first. I thought it was way too pricey."

Dined on 02/15/2013

2006

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

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Review 17 for Caviar Russe

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/26/2013

2008

Dined on 02/26/2013

2008

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"We were thrilled with our meal and our experience at Caviar Russe. The only thing I would change is that the caviar spoon is too small for the amount they charge for a spoon of caviar."

Dined on 02/26/2013

2008

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

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Review 18 for Caviar Russe

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Another worthy experience...

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/24/2013

2012

Dined on 02/24/2013

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I've had their dinner which inspired me to try their brunch this time. I started out with some caviar which was just superb, as always. The staff is most attentive, also as always, and made a wonderful champagne recommendation -- not my favorite thing but their selection elevated my opinion of it. I loved the soft scrambled egg first course and the earthy wagyu beef cheeks second course was full of delightful complementary flavors."

Dined on 02/24/2013

2012

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

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Review 19 for Caviar Russe

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

We arrived to find that, with

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/16/2013

2008

Dined on 02/16/2013

2008

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"We arrived to find that, with no prior notice, all that was available that evening (2 days after Valentine's Day) was a $250 per person tasting menu (not including wine). No other choice. Meanwhile, the tasting menu on the website was only $150. The head waiter then pressured us to have caviar and we tried to stay with the least expensive option. This was over and above the tasting menu. Given the ultimate cost (four figures for just two of us including 3 glasses of wine each, by the glass) I would have expected much more exquisite food. There are lots and lots of wait people - too many we thought - and very little personality. Visitors to NYC would do better to avoid this place entirely. It is a place for pretension and business."

Dined on 02/16/2013

2008

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Review 20 for Caviar Russe

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Romantic and truly special

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/16/2013

2009

Dined on 02/16/2013

2009

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"World class service and food.....with world class prices to match. Special place for a special occassion."

Dined on 02/16/2013

2009

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

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Review 21 for Caviar Russe

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I have eaten in some of the

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/16/2013

2006

Dined on 02/16/2013

2006

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"I have eaten in some of the greatest restaurants in the world and Caviar Russe is absolutely incomparable. It is very expensive - but worth every dollar! I cannot imagine a more elegant place to dine or finer cuisine..."

Dined on 02/16/2013

2006

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

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