3 Michelin stars, French-inspired cuisine w/ Central Park views. Impeccable service & signature dishes like 'Oysters and Pearls'.
Per Se is a celebrated restaurant in East Harlem known for its roast pork and authentic Puerto Rican classics, offering a taste of 'Busan to New York'.
An iconic fine-dining establishment, Per Se offers a luxurious experience with breathtaking views of Central Park. Chef Thomas Keller's French-inspired cuisine showcases seasonal ingredients with meticulous preparation. Signature dishes like 'Oysters and Pearls' and an impressive dessert course are hallmarks of their sophisticated tasting menus, complemented by impeccable and gracious service.
Per Se offers French-inspired cuisine with a focus on seasonal ingredients, presented through multi-course tasting menus. Signature dishes like 'Oysters and Pearls' are frequently mentioned. While many praise the meticulous preparation and presentation, a few reviews suggest that the food can be inconsistent or not as memorable as expected for the price point. The 'bon bons' are consistently highlighted as an exceptional dessert.
"Signature dishes like 'Oysters and Pearls' are frequently recommended. The 'bon bons' are consistently highlighted as an exceptional dessert."
Overall customer sentiment is largely positive, with many praising the impeccable service, stunning views, and sophisticated tasting menus. However, some diners find the experience overpriced and the food occasionally inconsistent or not memorable enough for the cost.
Important Note
Some diners find the restaurant to be overpriced, and a few reviews suggest that the food quality may have declined over the years or is not as memorable as expected for the price.
"Per Se was listed as a potential restaurant option."
Positive"The user compared Le Veau D'or favorably to Per Se, indicating that Le Veau D'or offered a better dining experience when considering value, implying Per Se is very expensive."
Neutral"The user recommended Per Se at Columbus Circle as a once-in-a-lifetime meal that is worth the expense for a romantic dinner."
Positive"Per Se was listed as a potential fine dining option that can cater to both vegetarian and meat-eating preferences."
Positive"The commenter confirmed that Per Se offers dedicated vegetarian tasting menus that can be ordered alongside an omnivore menu, and also mentioned more affordable salon/bar tasting menus."
Positive"The commenter suggested Per Se, noting they offer both a nine-course meat and a nine-course vegetarian tasting menu, suitable for a mixed-diet couple."
Positive"Per Se was mentioned as one of the restaurants offering tasting menus that can accommodate both meat-eaters and vegetarians."
Positive"A user hosted a party of 16 people at Per Se, which cost around $10k including gratuities and a special cake. They offer further details upon request."
Positive"Responding to a negative experience at Per Se, this user states that their few visits have lived up to the hype."
Positive"This user recounts having the worst dining experience of their life at Per Se."
Negative"This user elaborates on the excellent service at Per Se, recalling a time when the staff noticed a sibling was left-handed and promptly switched all place settings."
Positive"Per Se is recommended, with a specific anecdote about their exceptional service where staff noticed a guest was left-handed and adjusted place settings accordingly."
Positive"Per Se is mentioned as a potential restaurant to consider."
Neutral"This user recommended Per Se for a special occasion, emphasizing the desire for an over-the-top tasting menu, service, and a memorable 'moment' experience."
Positive"This user simply listed Per Se as a recommendation."
Positive"Per Se is mentioned as a high-end dining option in Manhattan that is likely to have an older clientele."
Positive"The commenter replied that Per Se may have stopped offering the dessert tasting menu, as it has been some time since they last recalled it."
Neutral"This commenter inquired if Per Se still offers its dessert tasting menu, as they could not find it listed on their website or Tock."
Neutral"This commenter recalls Per Se offering a dessert tasting menu, potentially with Asian influences, though notes it has been a while and the Asian dessert chef is no longer there."
Neutral"The commenter suggests Per Se would be highly accommodating for someone seeking a red meat-heavy tasting menu. They believe modifications could allow for multiple red meat courses, minimizing uncooked seafood."
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