A hidden gem with a flexible tasting menu & serene ambiance. Offers creative, comforting dishes from a Michelin-starred kitchen.
This one-Michelin-starred establishment offers a serene escape with a beautifully designed interior blending rustic and modern elements. Led by Chef Mary Attea, the menu is notably flexible, providing both omnivore and vegan tasting menus, alongside à la carte options. Expect creative and comforting dishes, with standouts like clam chowder and elevated grits.
The Musket Room offers a New American cuisine with some New Zealand influences, featuring both tasting menus (including vegan options) and à la carte dishes. While many praise the creativity and comfort of the food, with specific mentions of excellent bread and clam chowder, a few diners found certain dishes like sweetbreads to be disappointing or the overall experience forgettable.
"The tasting menu is frequently mentioned as a great value, with particular praise for the bread course. Some diners also highlight the clam chowder and elevated grits."
Customers generally view The Musket Room positively, praising its value, particularly for its tasting menus, and its comfortable yet refined atmosphere. However, some reviews suggest it may not always live up to the highest expectations for special occasions.
Important Note
While generally well-regarded, some diners have found specific dishes disappointing or the overall experience not as exceptional as expected for its price point or Michelin status. One review described a "horrendously bad experience" with service and food.
"The user rated The Musket Room 8.1, indicating a positive experience."
Positive"The Musket Room is suggested as a potentially cheaper option for dining."
Neutral"This is one of the 'fancy spots' recommended for visitors with a flexible budget, suggesting it offers a notable dining experience."
Neutral"This commenter recommended Musket Room for the original poster's request."
Positive"The Musket Room is recommended and is participating in restaurant week."
Positive"This user had a really nice dinner with their wife at The Musket Room."
Positive"This user suggests The Musket Room and inquires about the type of gift card mentioned."
Positive"This commenter found The Musket Room to be forgettable, unlike Oiji Mi and Yingtao which they enjoyed."
Negative"Musket Room is an upscale restaurant that may have a vegan or vegetarian menu, but it is advised to call ahead to confirm."
Neutral"Musket Room is recommended."
Positive"The Musket Room was included in the user's list of Michelin star restaurants in NYC where they are trying to get Long Island Iced Teas."
Neutral"This user recommends The Musket Room or Oiji Mi for a tasting menu, suggesting the choice depends on preferred cuisine."
Neutral"This commenter views The Musket Room as a better option for a tasting menu compared to Rezdora, noting it feels fancier."
Positive"Musket Room is recommended as a dining option."
Positive"Musket Room is recommended as a Michelin 1-star restaurant that fits the budget."
Positive"The author has experienced Musket Room and is willing to provide more details if asked."
Neutral"The Musket Room is mentioned as a potential anniversary dinner option that may offer a vegan tasting menu."
Neutral"The commenter believes Musket Room absolutely does not deserve a Michelin star or guide mention, describing it as a "horrendously bad experience" with only two good dishes, the rest being average or bad, and "atrociously bad" service."
Negative"A brief recommendation for Musket Room."
Neutral"The Musket Room is noted for offering a dedicated vegetarian tasting menu alongside its regular tasting menu."
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