Minetta Tavern,

113 MacDougal Street, Manhattan, New York 10012

"I understand why this spot is a village institution - it’s difficult to secure a reservation but once you’re in, you feel like you’ve joined a club of insiders who love good food. The burgers are definitely tasty - they’re chunky and juicy. Black Label has a good funk going with the dry aged beef but honestly the regular Minetta Burger will satisfy you well enough. Had the lobster bisque special and was very happy with it especially in the weather. Service was friendly and full of smiles which made for a great lunch!"

"Stumbled upon this place as a solo diner and it is absolutely great! The crudo is a great appetizer. Light, citrusy, fresh, great portion and just what you need to get a fun dinner going. The Dover sole is phenomenal. Sole can be a bit bland at times but this dish has so much flavor and complexity. Totally defied what I expected. Same with the soufflé and coconut cake (not in the photos). Service is amazing as well. Highly recommend!"

"One of my favourite restaurants in New York. Their food and drinks are great and the atmosphere of the restaurant can’t be beat. If you’re looking for an authentically New York dining spot, I highly recommend this place. Steak tartare was amazing. One of the best burgers I’ve had in a while and the pasta was as good as any."

"I recently dined at Minetta Tavern and ordered the Black Label Burger, and it was an absolute delight! The ambiance of the place is charming and inviting. What stood out to me about the Black Label Burger was its simplicity, allowing the high-quality ingredients to shine. There were no unwanted flavors or overpowering sauces, just pure, exceptional taste. To make the experience even more special, I was pleasantly surprised to receive a complimentary glass of champagne on the house. While the price is on the higher side, the overall experience, including the free champagne, is worth every penny. I highly recommend you judge for yourself!"

"A classic. You can get in for bar seats, and people were taking the burger to-go as takeout throughout our meal. My wife had a PERFECT french omelette, I had a crispy and super tasty French Dip, with a martini for brunch! Do try and reserve a table, and if you're more than two the idea of a walk-in will be rough, and a wait. But this is such a classic spot, with so much history, it's definitely my version of comfort food for a brick and mortar spot. Also, they go DEEP on whiskey, including some Pappy Van bottles. But this will be a regular spot for me, alongside the Olive Tree Cafe for our visits to Comedy Cellar, which is just a few second walk from the front door. It's an institution, and the entire menu is fantastic. The barkeeps even better, and the drinks better than that! Thanks all!"