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The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America Reviews List
The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
The Bocuse Restaurant provides a dining experience that is inspired by traditional French regional cuisine, re-envisioned through the lens of modern techniques.
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218 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Rating Breakdown 218 reviews
5 stars
(149)
4 stars
(58)
3 stars
(10)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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- fit for foodies(183)
- special occasion(163)
- notable wine list(83)
- romantic(76)
- great for lunch(70)
- scenic view(61)
The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America Reviews List
Review 1 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fine Dining in the Hudson Valley
OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/17/2013
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The Culinary Insitute is a gem, and the students work hard to please. Great prix fixe for top of the line gourmet fench cuisine."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, scenic view, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 2 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This place has great and inexpensive French food."
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 3 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
graduation dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"this dinner was absolutely amazing. With only a week to go in our CIA BPS my fiancee and I were looking for an intimate and relaxing celebratory dinner and the Bocuse restaurant was a perfect location. Our server was great, the wine was excellent, and the food was out of this world. We enjoyed the ambiance as well as the little cards put on the table full of factoids and conversation starters (we went through every card). We left Bocuse full and very happy. If your thinking about going to Bocuse you should and if you go on a Tuesday- Thursday the 3 course prix fix meal for $39 is a steal."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 4 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Perfection!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Loved pretty much everything about Bocuse, from the culinary delights appetizing to both the eyes and the palate, the impeccable service, the decor and... well, pretty much everything. Extensive wine menu. Prices on the higher side but for the quality and expert preparation of the foods involved, completely justified. Will definitely return!"
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 5 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great service, unbelieveable food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The service was outstanding. Frequent coordinated table side service. There were 4 at our table. When our entree's were served the heating lids were simulaneously taken off, amazing.
I had the lobster bisque, the filet mignon with marrow custard, and the liquid nitrogen ice cream - no complaints about the quality of food or its presentation."
I had the lobster bisque, the filet mignon with marrow custard, and the liquid nitrogen ice cream - no complaints about the quality of food or its presentation."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 6 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Bravo, Bocuse
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The Bocuse continues its triumphant opening season at the Culinary Institute of America. For a special occasion meal, nothing in the Hudson Valley can beat this newcomer for its ambience, service and menu. Classic French cuisine has been brought brilliantly up to date. The food is beyond compare, while service is as solicitous and informed as that in a four-star NYC restaurant. Try anything—the duck, filet mignon, foie gras, ceviche—they're all winners. The new flavor of ice cream, white coffee, is exquisite, and it is made tableside! What fun. The young chefs and servers don't put a foot wrong under the watchful gaze of their expert professors. This was my second visit within two months, and I'll be back."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, scenic view, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 7 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The students are great !!! it was fun to watch how hard they work to get everything just right."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 8 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"It has been years since we dined at the CIA and every meal there is memorable. To say the food is fabulous is an understatement. Everything is cooked to perfection. None of the dishes was too cute - just straight up classic French cuisine served without pretense. You could pay the same amount and get far less at many other restaurants. This is an outstanding place to eat."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 9 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
anniversary
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our first visit to delightful new and innovative space at CIA. Our food and service were excellant, while still offering a tip of the hat to Escoffier via the entree presentation. Menu offerings made choice pleasently difficult. Especially nice touches: pillows on banquette, printed card identifying cheeses. Our first sight of electronic wine list. Wonderful experience."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, scenic view, special occasion
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Review 10 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wedding Anniversary
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The new dining room was comfortable and the remodeling well done. This was our 7th or 8th trip to the CIA for dinner, and we were once again impressed by both the quality of the food and the personality of the student servers involved. We had hoped for the cheese plate to be for the table to enjoy, not an individual serving, but overall, a wonderful experience.
Our only question; why was there no Creme Brulee on the desert menu?"
Our only question; why was there no Creme Brulee on the desert menu?"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: romantic, scenic view, special occasion
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Review 11 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A Joy to Eat
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is traditional French fare with a modern flair; it is easy to like. The food is gourmet, the service over the top, and the atmosphere is casual and friendly. A real treat!"
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 12 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Bocuse at CIA
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"my wife and I felt this restaurant exceeded our expectations. Food great, especially main courses: Lamb and lemon sole; service great (enthusiastic students), beautiful spare design and ambience, and the price was right - both food and wine!"
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Almost Perfect!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Have been a foodie for almost 50 years. Have been to all CIA Restaurants in the past. I realize that these restaurants are basically a classroom within an institute of higher learning, and I always expect, maybe, some sort of glitch or oversight. On this visit I can't find anything to criticize! Brilliant!"
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 14 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Artistic flare means perfection
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Lunch at Bocuse was a brilliant combination of flavors and artistry. The black truffle soup came with a pastry puff baked on top, a complete package of steaming taste and visual pleasure. The rack and ragout of lamb were amazing strangers of looks and tastes, occupying the same plate just to remind you of the diversity that great chefs can create with the same starting point. The cheese cake should've been framed, a thin rectangular sculpture, Rothko-inspired, with layers of color and flavor. I ate it and don't regret having destroyed the handiwork. We found ourselves taking pictures of every dish."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 15 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing Experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"After touring the CIA campus we had dinner at Bocuse. It was amazing. We loved it! Great Food, Beautiful Restaurant. All student run. What an amazing experience."
Dined on 4/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 16 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Totally Disappointing
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Mediocre to the core. Food needs a makeover. Servers need training."
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 17 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Bocuse
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This new French restaurant at the Culinary Institute is delightful to look at. It is fresh and bright with a comfortable atmosphere.
The food is all prepared under the supervision of senior staff and is presented and prepared to the highest standards with few
minor errors."
The food is all prepared under the supervision of senior staff and is presented and prepared to the highest standards with few
minor errors."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, scenic view, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 18 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great time
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I had a great time dining at Bocuse. I took my son who was graduating with his Associates and his aunt and uncle and had a wonderful evening of dining. Thank you."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 19 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The lamb was delicious. Our server, Casey, was most cordial and informative regarding the entrees."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 20 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Bocuse is an excellent restaurant!! The table service is done by students in training, so they're not perfect. Accept that part of the experience as a learning opportunity for them. The food is exceptional, the location is terrific, the ambiance of the restaurant is wonderful, overall this is one dining location not to be missed."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, scenic view, special occasion
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Review 21 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"french classic food - tableside service and theatrical presentation -- worth the drive -- also not expensive as it is a culinary school."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, scenic view, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 22 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Beautiful day
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had lunch at Bocuse and walked over the river in Poughkeepsie. The restaurant was great. Had rack of lamb with epigramme a rare treat. Also the dessert was spectacular with ice cream prepared in front of us utilizing liquid nitrogen to freeze it quickly. And the walkway on a beautiful midweek day was spectacular.
Sjk98"
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 23 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Disappointing....
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was our first visit at Bocuse and were looking forward to it. Unfortunately, it was not an outstanding experience as we had hoped. Bread was very good..... my soup (Lobster Bisque) was alright. My entre turned out to be more soup with bigger pieces of Lobster! It should have been pointed out to me when I ordered that I would be getting more soup..... Desert choice very limited."
Dined on 4/30/2013
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Review 24 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Affordable and Teriffic!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The equal of this restaurant in NYC would be quite expensive, but here at the CIA it is all doable. And you can't surpass the view of the Hudson River, the whole campus is a gem.
Our food was perfect in all respects."
Our food was perfect in all respects."
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, scenic view, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 25 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food with excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent food with excellent service even though it's all done by students under a watchful eye of professors. Totally great value for the quality. Would recomment this to anyone from gourmet chef to non expectant passerby s."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 26 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our service was outstanding.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our service was outstanding. The entire culinary experience was perfect. Although portions seemed a bit small at first, after lunchtime appetizer, meal, and dessert, everyone in our party was sated. For a food lover like myself, the 2 hour drive (each way) up the Hudson valley was well it for the meal we enjoyed. We also enjoyed the CIA tour, and plan to visit the San Antonio campus in the near future."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 27 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had wonderful dinner for
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"We had wonderful dinner for 6 people and we had the best time: food was delicious and with a great presentation. Service was the best we ever had. We were taken care of by group of waitresses and treated as royalty. They were very attentive and professional."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 28 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
You’re eating French food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"You’re eating French food cooked by students at the Culinary Institute of America, so the emphasis is on elaborate dishes and they do a lovely job of both the cooking and presentation. We had two salads, both outstanding; lamb two ways (two chops from a rack, and the shoulder minced and braised, then put together, coated with sauce and bread crumbs, and fried; poacked chicken breasts with truffles under the skin. Probably we should also have had the black truffle soup, which other people seemed to love. Our one mistake was the cheese plate — not bad but nothing special — and the desserts are all elegant specialties, and would have been a much better choice. Think about the tableside ice cream (made with frozen nitrogen). Very good wine list"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 29 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Wonderful Dining Experience!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Dinner at The Bocuse Restaurant is an overall wonderful experience. The students obviously are giving their best efforts to make it a unique experience for guests. The food is awesome - both in taste and presentation. Each course had a little "Wow" factor! It's a perfect place to go if you want to feel you're being treated like your pleasure is the only thing important to the staff."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 30 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
New and Fresh, But Still Classic!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Over the past several years, we have eaten at all of the CIA restaurants several times, as we live only 20 minutes away in Poughkeepsie. We also eat several times a year in Manhattan, and have been to almost all of the top Zagat rated and NYT 4 star establishments. When we heard that the Escoffier was being renovated in all aspects, we were a bit skeptical.
We very much enjoyed all aspects of the new Bocuse: the menu selections, the food preparation and presentation, the service, and the decor were all wonderful. We look forward to returning with our friends in the near future."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 31 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Earnest service of prosaic menu
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Bland looking barn of a place with haute cafeteria ambiance is saved by the earnestness of the student waitstaff and (largely unexecuted) ambitions of its kitchen. Frisée salad (no sense quoting French menu terms here, since no one seems to understand) was good enough; Crisp Frog Legs Orly Style were somewhere between tempura and church supper, crisp surface gummy underneath. Potato-Crusted Lemon Sole was the star of our particular show, while Poached (actually sous-vide) Breast of Chicken seemed like upscale, crustless chicken pot pie filling decked out with tasteless truffle flaps. The table-side hocus-pocus of ice cream and mini-desserts was more amusing than delicious. Bargains on the wine list. Still a good time all in all."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2004
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 32 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A pure joy to eat in this
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A pure joy to eat in this wonderful restaurant. The staff couldn't be more attentive, and the food was 5 star all the way. A very special treat!"
Dined on 04/24/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 33 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The student staff was wonderful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The student staff was wonderful and the food presentation fantastic. There were a lot of choices. It was definitely a lot to eat for lunch but worth the calories and price for a special occasion. We had the fixed price menu and with champagne, tax and "tip" (the tip actually goes to the school for scholarships), it ran us about $100 for two."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 34 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
a brief review
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"If I had more time I would use every positive adjective and use it in this review."
Dined on 04/23/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 35 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Have enjoyed many a meal in
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Have enjoyed many a meal in the CIA's restaurants This was by far the BEST! Food was served hot, fresh and delicious. Be sure to order the dessert that includes the vanilla ice cream made tableside."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 36 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
What a treat to experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"What a treat to experience the talents of our new chefs. The restaurant is well run with all skills needed for a 5 star experience. The duck foie gras was excellant and the lamb was perfectly cooked. The potato encrusted fish was tender. It needed a little more seasoning but perfect in every way."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 37 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Truly Memorable
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Eating at the CIA was a truly memorable experience. We had frog legs, snails, duck, sole and it was all excellent. Wines are priced very reasonably. And dessert was incredible. The kids do a great job in the kitchen and in the dinning room. It was worth every penny. We can't wait to go back and try American Bounty!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 38 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A wonderful evening at the Bocuse
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The Bocuse is outstanding.
The students are energetic and involved.
Philip Papineu is a great host and outstanding teacher.
He and his students are a wonder to behold.
As should be expected, not every detail will be perfect, the evening and the experience will be excellent and inspiring."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 39 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was outstanding.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was outstanding. We loved the ice cream dessert done at the table. Great wine selection."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2011
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Review 40 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Not Disappointed
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The renovated space was bright and modern. The food was contemporary French, light not heavy. Everyone in our party enjoyed the evening."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 41 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
was a little disappointed
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"was a little disappointed my friends' steak dish were extremely salty and the waiter forgot to give my friend spoon for her soup. But the pastries dishes were great."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 42 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We will come again
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had been to the CIA several times before, but this was our first trip to the new Bocuse. The food was wonderful. My daughter ordered the escargots which were fabulous. The Duck was also outstanding. The wait staff were friendly, but not as knowledgeable as we have experience in our past visits. While our waiter was very friendly, he did not seem to know a lot about the menu items. Another young lady, covered for him at one point and managed to make the chocolate dessert sound rather unpleasant. Again, they need to know how to talk about the food."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 43 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Another Hudson Valley Gem
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The Hudson Valley does it once again turning out another gem. I won't spoil anything, just make reservations today and don't skip the desserts. The restaurant seems to come alive at the 7-8pm dining hour. We'll certainly be back."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 44 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Worth another visit
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"My first time at the CIA and it was well worth it. Although the menu was limited, the food was outstanding as well as its presentation. Portions appeared small but were quite filling. A little too much attention by the staff but they were very professional and engaging. Table-side bartending and ice cream creations were a nice touch and the trivia cards were a big hit. The restaurant itself was clean and well organized with a relaxing atmosphere even with abundant staff buzzing about. Being able to watch the inner workings of the kitchen is a great concept; next time we will sit much closer to get a better look. Can't wait to go back and try a different dish!"
Dined on 04/19/2013
2007
Special Features: special occasion, scenic view
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Review 45 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The wait staff are students
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The wait staff are students in-training. There were little tiny mishaps but nothing that would spoil your experience. Food, menu choices, and venue were excellent and highly recommend. Will go back to try the other CIA restaurants as well as Bocuse."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 46 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
From the prosecco cocktail
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"From the prosecco cocktail before our meal to the dessert everything was perfect. The servers were friendly and paid attention to details (filling water glasses, helping clean up a spill, wiping away crumbs, offering more bread, etc.). The wine suggestion they provided went very well with my entree. The food was delicious. My husband had the lamb and it was cooked just the way he asked. I had the sole which was excellent. The ice cream made table side was a great ending to a wonderful meal! The coffee served in a French press was also a great touch."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 47 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Lots of fun, great energy.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Lots of fun, great energy. The students are all working so hard to please."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 48 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
A fine, solid, respectable
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A fine, solid, respectable choice for dinner; a little less formal and elegant than I had expected. A very interesting wine and beer list (although the use of an ipad to display it is, at best, a mixed blessing). Lobster bisque and roast lamb were superb; portions were sensible; service was well-paced. However, I found my overall dining experience last year at CIA's American restaurant in the same building to have been perhaps a little more satisfying and pleasurable."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 49 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A sure bet!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This venue earns 5 stars. If it gets 4 stars by me, the reason is the amateur-like service by the students. But the price is reflecting this. So: The Bocuse is well worth the money. Excellent food at affordable price in a superb setting. Thumbs up!"
Dined on 04/17/2013
2007
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 50 for The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had a fabulaous time at
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had a fabulaous time at Bocuse. The food was delicious with beautiful presentation. The service was amazing. We plan on returning soon!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, scenic view, hot spot
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