French-inspired tasting menus & stunning Central Park views. Impeccable service & exquisite dishes.
Per Se, a Thomas Keller establishment, offers an exquisite French-inspired dining experience with stunning Central Park views. Known for its meticulous preparation and seasonal ingredients, the restaurant provides a luxurious and memorable meal. Signature dishes like 'Oysters and Pearls' and an impressive dessert course are hallmarks of its sophisticated tasting menus, complemented by impeccable and gracious service.
Per Se offers a French-inspired fine dining experience with tasting menus that change seasonally. Signature dishes like 'Oysters and Pearls' are frequently highlighted, and the dessert course is also a standout. While many praise the meticulous preparation and quality of ingredients, a few reviews mention that the food can sometimes be unmemorable or that there are significant upcharges for certain items, such as white truffles.
"The 'Oysters and Pearls' dish is frequently mentioned as a standout, as are the dessert course and the chocolate bon bons."
Customers generally praise the impeccable service and luxurious experience, with many finding the food exquisite and memorable, though some note it can be pricey with potential upcharges.
Important Note
Some diners find the restaurant to be very expensive, with potential for significant upcharges on the tasting menu. A few reviews suggest that the food may not always be memorable or live up to the hype for the price.
"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."
Positive"The user is looking to transfer a reservation for two people at Per Se's main dining room for a specific date and time due to a family emergency. They are seeking to transfer it on Tock for $405."
Neutral"Considers Per Se a classic with great service and views, and believes it's worth trying if you haven't been before. Suggests it fits within the budget if caviar is added to the tasting menu."
Positive"Likes Per Se's Salon tasting menu for its value but wouldn't pay for the full tasting menu. Believes the full tasting menu would still deliver a great experience if someone else is paying."
Neutral"Reports that multiple people have said Per Se has significantly declined and is no longer a very good or exceptional experience."
Negative"Believes Per Se should be experienced, but suggests it's more of a classic than a cutting-edge choice now. The food is good, but perhaps not as highly regarded as it once was."
Neutral"The user expresses interest in trying Per Se, but has heard mixed reviews."
Neutral"Per Se is mentioned as a restaurant that comes to mind for service, alongside Manhatta."
Neutral"This commenter has experienced Per Se annually and compares it to Le Bernardin and EMP, stating Daniel offers the best service they've ever had."
Neutral"Per Se is listed as a suggestion for a high-end dining experience with excellent service."
Neutral"This Michelin-starred restaurant in NYC was identified as potentially offering halal options through a dietary filter on the Michelin Guide website."
Neutral"This commenter jokingly suggested the original poster should have sat down to eat at Per Se, implying it's an extremely high-end and likely inaccessible option."
Neutral"The chocolate bon bons at Per Se are noted to be identical to those at Stick with Me Sweets, even after the chocolatier left Per Se."
Neutral"Per Se is considered a celebratory option but is noted for its inconsistency, with experiences ranging from amazing to boring, leading to questions about its value for money."
Neutral"The user found Per Se to be a bit stuffy with mediocre food, contrasting it with Jua and Le Coucou."
Negative"Per Se is described as an experience that comes with a high price tag. It is cautioned that winter tasting menus might be less varied due to seasonal produce, featuring classics but potentially lacking excitement compared to other times of the year."
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