A 3-Michelin-star French fine dining experience w/ stunning views of Columbus Circle. Known for its exquisite tasting menus & impeccable service.
Per Se, a Thomas Keller establishment, offers an unforgettable fine dining experience where exquisite food is the star. Guests can choose between a standard or vegetarian tasting menu, both leading to an elaborate dessert finale. While optional, lavish ingredient supplements are available, the core multi-course meal is perfectly balanced, varied, and seasonally focused.
Per Se offers French-inspired American cuisine with a focus on tasting menus, including vegetarian options. While some dishes like 'Oysters and Pearls' and the 'short rib' are highly praised, others find the flavors unmemorable or the upcharges excessive. The dessert finale is consistently noted as a highlight.
"The 'Oysters and Pearls' dish and the 'short rib' are frequently mentioned as highlights. The dessert finale is also consistently praised."
Overall, customer sentiment is mixed, with many praising the impeccable service and stunning views, while others find the food overrated or too expensive for the value.
Important Note
Potential for significant upcharges on tasting menus and wine pairings. Some diners find the food not memorable despite the high price point.
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Positive"Commenter suggested Per se as a high-end dining option."
Positive"Commenter suggested Per Se as a more expensive option than Peter Luger's, suitable for tasting menus and potentially exceeding the $500 per head budget."
Positive"Despite some negative opinions from others on the platform, Per Se is still recommended."
Positive"Bouchon Bakery, which is now closed, used to serve the best kouign amanns in the city."
Positive"The commenter noted that while Per Se is a good option for quiet conversation, they are looking for places that are not quite as expensive."
Neutral"This restaurant is mentioned as a high-end option suitable for conversations."
Positive"This user confirmed the previous commenter's assessment of Per Se, stating they had been and agreed."
Neutral"This user responded 'Cool.' to the sarcastic comment about McDonald's."
Neutral"This commenter sarcastically replied that eating at a nearby McDonald's gave them enough perspective to judge Per Se."
Negative"This user agreed with the previous sentiment that many hyped NYC restaurants are overrated."
Neutral"This user asked if the previous commenter had actually been to Per Se."
Neutral"This user feels Per Se is nowhere near worth the price, comparing it to other overrated NYC dining experiences."
Negative"This commenter clarified their negative opinion of Per Se, stating it's not terrible but is massively overrated and overpriced."
Negative"This user asked if Per Se is 'really' that bad."
Neutral"This commenter suggested Per Se, implying it's overrated and overpriced."
Negative"The commenter had a disappointing experience at a collaboration dinner at Per Se, finding the food boring and the private dining space unappealing. However, they did meet some interesting people."
Negative"This restaurant was suggested for food, complementing other options for drinks."
Positive"Per Se is mentioned as a restaurant the user has dined at previously and does not plan to revisit for a solo dining experience."
Neutral"Despite a past negative review from Pete Wells, the commenter found Per Se to be incredible last year and noted the royal treatment received by guests. Atomix and Le Bernardin are also mentioned."
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