3 Michelin Star French & American fine dining. Impeccable service, exceptional views, and a focus on seasonal tasting menus. A true culinary journey.
Thomas Keller's Per Se remains a pinnacle of fine dining, offering an unforgettable experience where exquisite cuisine takes center stage. Guests can indulge in either a standard or vegetarian tasting menu, both culminating in an elaborate dessert finale. While optional, lavish supplements are available, the core multi-course meal is expertly balanced, varied, and seasonally driven, providing an exceptional experience without the need for extra indulgence.
Per Se offers a French and American fine dining experience with a focus on tasting menus, including a vegetarian option. Dishes like 'Oyster and Pearls' and 'short rib' have been highlighted positively. While many praise the quality and presentation, a few diners found the food to be forgettable or oversalted, with one reviewer noting that supplements like white truffles can significantly increase the bill.
"The 'Oyster and Pearls' dish is frequently highlighted as an exceptional and memorable part of the tasting menu. The 'short rib' has also been praised as a standout. The dessert finale, featuring seasonal treats and classics, is also a notable aspect of the dining experience."
Customers generally have a positive view of Per Se, often describing it as an exceptional and memorable dining experience with impeccable service and beautiful food presentation. However, some find the cost high and the food not particularly groundbreaking.
Important Note
Some diners have noted that upcharges for supplements like white truffles can significantly increase the bill. There are also differing opinions on whether the food truly lives up to the hype and the high price point, with some finding it memorable and others finding it average or forgettable.
"This commenter had a very expensive tasting menu experience at Per Se and found the service and ingredients to be impeccable. However, they felt the food was ultimately not memorable or interesting, and would not pay that price again."
Negative"This commenter would advise skipping Per Se, stating that while the service was fantastic, the food was nothing special."
Negative"This commenter liked Per Se and specifically mentioned that a short rib dish blew them away. They had the 5-course meal which they felt was ample."
Positive"This user recommended Per Se as a fine dining establishment where dressing up, including in a tux, is appropriate and encouraged, criticizing modern casual dress codes."
Positive"Per Se is listed as a potential option for a $500 per person budget."
Positive"The commenter suggests that Per Se might just fit the $500 per person budget and could be the ideal choice for the original poster."
Positive"Per Se is listed as a possible recommendation."
Positive"The commenter asks if the group size is exactly 10, as Per Se's private room facing Central Park might accommodate up to 9 people for around $500 per head."
Neutral"The commenter notes that the budget might be a bit light for Per Se."
Negative"Per Se is listed as one of the 'big swing' high-end dining options to consider."
Positive"Per Se is mentioned as a very high-end, 'ball out' dining option."
Positive"This restaurant is recommended for its great views."
Positive"This commenter confirmed the accuracy of the previous detailed menu description."
Positive"The original poster expressed gratitude for the detailed information, confirming their intention to do the wine pairing and stating it was a celebratory meal after receiving a bonus."
Positive"The commenter outlined a potential menu structure from about a year prior, detailing appetizer choices, supplements like caviar and foie gras, main courses including fish, shellfish, bird, and wagyu, followed by cheese and dessert."
Neutral"The commenter detailed the expected dining experience at Per Se, mentioning a vegetarian and a regular menu with choices and supplements. They highlighted the 'Oyster and Pearls' as an exceptional dish and suggested informing the staff about an anniversary for potential special treats."
Positive"A Google Maps reviewer noted that menus are sometimes pictured by reviewers, with one from two weeks prior to the comment being available."
Neutral"The commenter provided an updated menu structure from their 2024 visit, detailing choices for appetizers, bread course, fish and seafood, poultry, Wagyu, cheese course, and dessert."
Neutral"Years ago, the commenter recalls a dessert tasting at Per Se's salon for $70, which they considered the best desserts and deal in the city, but is unsure if it's still offered."
Positive"This user states that Per Se pales in comparison to The French Laundry and calls it another 'Fauxmakase'."
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