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Left Bank
We're an American restaurant cooking fresh, naturally raised food, greatly inspired by European traditions and sensibilities. The name Left Bank refers to The West Village, home artists, beatnicks, philosophers, and all those just a little left of center.
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93 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 93 reviews
5 stars
(38)
4 stars
(39)
3 stars
(12)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(61)
- fit for foodies(49)
- romantic(33)
- good for groups(25)
- special occasion(25)
- hot spot(21)
Left Bank Reviews List
Review 1 for Left Bank
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Has charm; lacks finesse
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A nice find, up to date and approachable. Had a yummy farm salad with a hard-cooked egg and chicken livers, then chicken on a bed of farro. Companion had polenta with legumes, then sliced steak. Dessert was lovely, a seasonal rhubarb tart, but it was served with a fork and no knife, which made it hard to deal with the thick pate sablee of the crust and fibrous strips of rhubarb. Tea was served with less ceremony than a diner: bag plopped into hot water, no sugar, no lemon, no milk, no pot of hot water. This place prides itself on kindness and humility--there's even an earnestly worded credo to that effect hanging on the wall--but that tea service made them seem sloppy and even contemptuous. The little things mean a lot."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, romantic, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Left Bank
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Blown Away
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I eat out at nice restaurants several days a week all over the country. I eat plenty of wonderful meals but rarely one that really gives me the wow factor. My meal Friday was awesome! I had the cheese curd cappelletti that was incredible and the monkfish my girlfriend ordered was cooked perfectly. My server Michael was very helpful in recommending these entrees along with the grilled polenta appetizer, and he provided exceptional service throughout the meal. This was my first time to visit Left Bank and I am looking forward to my next visit."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for Left Bank
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Nice place but...
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"When I saw the menu prices looked reasonable but portions are so small so you need 3 courses to fill up.
$135 +tips for 2 with 3 drinks total.
Dumpilngs delicious!
The steak was quite tough and the potatoes kinda boring, presentation not good, it was a bunch of brown...not recommended.
The monkfish good, but little food on a big plate..
Maple syrup pie delish.
Nice place and staff."
$135 +tips for 2 with 3 drinks total.
Dumpilngs delicious!
The steak was quite tough and the potatoes kinda boring, presentation not good, it was a bunch of brown...not recommended.
The monkfish good, but little food on a big plate..
Maple syrup pie delish.
Nice place and staff."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Left Bank
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Small but varied menu choices. Very gracious service."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 5 for Left Bank
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Mixed Feelings
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We've been here before a few times and brought very close friends because we've liked it so much. However, the service was a complete failure. It remains unclear what happened, because our server blamed the delay on prep time for our sausage appetizer. Anyhow, we got through 1.5 bottles of wine before the first food showed up. I get that mistakes happen and an honest apology would have gone miles, but I became furious when I saw that servers were drinking wine at the bar before our food showed up."
Dined on 4/28/2013
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Review 6 for Left Bank
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Don't go here hungry
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The restaurant is very charming and the food is nice enough but the portions are mean. I never complain about portion size because I'm not a big appetite eater but I had a 3 course meal and left hungry!
This place takes itself a bit too seriously"
This place takes itself a bit too seriously"
Dined on 04/07/2013
2010
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Review 7 for Left Bank
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
You'll want to return to Left Bank!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Another excellent meal. Our waiter, Michael, was very friendly and did a really great job handling some special needs for our evening. Many thanks!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 8 for Left Bank
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A friend recommended this
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A friend recommended this restaurant, and it exceeded our expectations. A fantastic environment and the food was wonderful. Going back again in just a couple of days."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for Left Bank
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The bacala croutons on the
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The bacala croutons on the kale salad was magical! Great service, great wine list, great everything...thank you! Will be returning"
Dined on 03/30/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for Left Bank
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Share those starters. Reaaly
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Share those starters. Reaaly nice place"
Dined on 03/26/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 11 for Left Bank
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Late Minute Surprise!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Last minute change of plans made us cancel one Open Table reservation at a favorite spot in Chelsea and scramble to find a place closer to where we were staying, and we find Left Bank and managed to get a reservation. Excellent and attentive service, not many choices but the menu updates daily. The noise was a bit energetic but otherwise we had a great evening and will keep this on file as a neighborhood favorite."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 12 for Left Bank
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
food was great and our waitress
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"food was great and our waitress was terrific."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 13 for Left Bank
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Cozy and warm feel great for
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Cozy and warm feel great for a couples or a small group to have a very good meal, enjoy atheir conversation.
Gladly go back again."
Gladly go back again."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 14 for Left Bank
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Small menu with only 4 or
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Small menu with only 4 or 5 entrees and one special, but well-prepared, substantial portions, and helpful waitstaff."
Dined on 03/10/2013
2005
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 15 for Left Bank
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We absolutely loved our family
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We absolutely loved our family surprise dinner evening at LB. the service was fantastic ( Daniel, I think). We were wonderfully served, allowed to enjoy our special banquette seating, made to feel we should relax and enjoy, which we did! The food was perfect; aired and tasty and fun.
We can't wait to go back.
Interior is warm and elegant and lovely!"
We can't wait to go back.
Interior is warm and elegant and lovely!"
Dined on 03/08/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 16 for Left Bank
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food was just so-so. Pricey
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was just so-so. Pricey for what it was. Ambiance was nice, but probably won't return."
Dined on 03/05/2013
2013
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Review 17 for Left Bank
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
What a wonderful experience!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"What a wonderful experience! Chef Laurence is absolutely amazing and is truly a gastronomical genius. Looking forward to going back again."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 18 for Left Bank
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A great neighbourhood gem, perfect for a beautiful dinner! Wonderful atmosphere, amazing food!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 19 for Left Bank
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Solid, but nothing spectacular
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was good, but nothing spectacular, particularly relative to the prices. We arrived for our 9pm reservation on time, but the table ahead of us wasn't finished dinner yet. We were made to wait 20 minutes for our table. The restaurant hardly offered an apology, and they certainly didn't offer to buy us a drink or anything to make up for it. The restaurant is pretty and ambience generally pleasant, but the table for 5 is in an awkward and busy spot near the host's stand at the entrance of the restaurant. In wintertime, it can get a bit chilly."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2006
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Review 20 for Left Bank
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Benoit is one of our favorites.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Benoit is one of our favorites. My husband loves the atmosphere, the food and anything French."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 21 for Left Bank
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Highly recommended!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fantastic food, great big portions (esp pork chop which was best pork chop I've had in a long time), outstanding service and beautiful locale. Will definitely be going back here. Though this isn't officially an italian restaurant, they seemed to have quite a number of italian dishes on the menu and they were outstanding.
Wait staff and owners are all extremely knowledgeable and very friendly!"
Dined on 02/17/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 22 for Left Bank
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Kayakrich
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A real treat. Fresh menu every day from the local market. Wonderful ambiance."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 23 for Left Bank
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Got in at the last minute,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Got in at the last minute, and ate there with my daughter. We were pleasantly surprised how much we enjoyed the food. I had the chicken and it was moist and tasty."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2002
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 24 for Left Bank
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service was a little slow,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Service was a little slow, especially since it wasn't crowded. But the food and wine were fantastic so it made up for it."
Dined on 02/12/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 25 for Left Bank
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
a great date night
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a lovely evening at Left Bank. Service was warm, low-key and definitely appealing, from the friendly greeting at the door to our departure. It was a busy Friday night but the restaurant managed the space beautifully.
Food was simple but but tasty, as the menu suggests. The cheese plate was nicely-done; the shaved brussel sprout salad was fantastic and the shrimp risotto was perfect. We would also recommend the chicken entree. The Mongolian dumplings were completely delectable. We did not have room for dessert, much to our regret. Next time!"
Food was simple but but tasty, as the menu suggests. The cheese plate was nicely-done; the shaved brussel sprout salad was fantastic and the shrimp risotto was perfect. We would also recommend the chicken entree. The Mongolian dumplings were completely delectable. We did not have room for dessert, much to our regret. Next time!"
Dined on 02/01/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 26 for Left Bank
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Went for a special dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Went for a special dinner with professional friends of ours, and cannot wait to be back. Great service, excellent wine list, and wonderful food. Also recommended for drinks at the bar."
Dined on 01/31/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 27 for Left Bank
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Loved it
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a wonderful evening at Left Bank! An interesting menu full of intriguing tastes, capped by the Maple Syrup Pie which was outstanding, a bartender who knows how Manhattans should be made, and excellent service, all made the evening so enjoyable. We will be back for sure!"
Dined on 01/25/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 28 for Left Bank
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Delicious scrambled egg fontana
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Delicious scrambled egg fontana & great coffee. Very pretty restaurant, it was surprisingly quiet on a Sunday at 1pm, but by 2pm packed as it deserved to be."
Dined on 01/27/2013
2011
Special Features: great for brunch
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Left Bank
Based on the average of (65) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
5 out of 5 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic