Timeless West Village townhouse w/ classic NYC vibe. Intimate, fireplace-lit, perfect for cozy date nights & celebrations.
Molly Fitzpatrick reviews The Waverly Inn, a timeless West Village restaurant with a classic NYC atmosphere, solid food, and an unbeatable vibe. Explore dishes like their famous biscuits and a juicy cheeseburger.
Step into a West Village townhouse and experience a timeless yet trendy American restaurant. With its classic NYC atmosphere, intimate fireplace-lit setting, and a discreet no-photographs policy, it's a spot that feels both exclusive and welcoming. The back patio offers a beautiful escape, making it ideal for cozy date nights or a memorable birthday celebration.
This American restaurant is known for its classic dishes and inviting atmosphere. Standouts include complimentary biscuits with whipped honey butter, a juicy cheeseburger with excellent fries, and comforting chicken pot pie. While some dishes like the truffle mac & cheese are noted as pricey and potentially disappointing, the overall food experience is considered solid by many, with specific items like the onion rings also receiving praise.
"Highly recommended dishes include the complimentary biscuits with whipped honey butter, a juicy cheeseburger with excellent french fries, comforting chicken pot pie, and large, puffy onion rings served with spicy aioli."
Customers generally have a positive view of the restaurant, often highlighting its fantastic atmosphere and cozy, old-school ambiance. While some find the food to be merely 'edible at best,' others highly recommend specific dishes and praise the overall dining experience.
Important Note
One reviewer noted that while the atmosphere is good, the food was only considered 'edible at best' across multiple visits. Another mentioned that the truffle mac & cheese, while a special, was expensive and had an off-putting truffle oil note.
"This commenter lists Waverly Inn as a realistic alternative with a similar vibe to Monkey Bar."
Neutral"This commenter had a positive experience at Waverly Inn, choosing it over Monkey Bar when they couldn't get a reservation. They loved the cozy, old-school atmosphere and excellent food, highly recommending it."
Positive"This commenter recommends Waverly Inn as a realistic option with a similar vibe to Monkey Bar."
Positive"Waverly Inn was mentioned as one of several quintessential NYC restaurants, alongside The Odeon and Cecchi's."
Neutral"The original poster expressed enthusiasm for Waverly Inn after it was recommended, calling it a dream."
Positive"Following a recommendation for The Odeon, this commenter also mentioned Waverly as a classic NYC establishment."
Neutral"Waverly Inn was mentioned as a dining option."
Positive"The user noted that Waverly Inn reservations can be obtained easily in January and February."
Positive"This commenter likes The Waverly."
Positive"This user recommended Waverly Inn."
Positive"Despite acknowledging it might be considered a 'dump', this user expressed a personal fondness for The Waverly Inn."
Positive"This user suggested The Waverly Inn as a good option, particularly for the current season."
Positive"This user ranked The Waverly Inn as their second choice among the listed West Village restaurants."
Positive"Includes Waverly Inn in a list of recommendations for places that might match the desired vibe."
Neutral"This user recommended Waverly Inn for a romantic birthday dinner."
Positive"This commenter listed The Waverly Inn as a place with good vibes and food that captures the old Les Halles feel."
Neutral"This commenter suggested The Waverly Inn and Monkey Bar as places that capture the old vibe."
Neutral"This user mentions going to Waverly Inn for their 30th birthday and fondly recalling the memories, noting that Anna Wintour was present during their visit."
Positive"This comment suggests Waverly inn."
Positive"Waverly Inn is suggested as an additional restaurant option."
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