Vibrant Asian Fusion with a clubby vibe, but food quality receives mixed reviews.
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Tao Downtown is a Manhattan establishment known for its vibrant atmosphere, often described as having a club-like energy. While some patrons find it to be a fun spot for parties and group dinners, with mentions of a good dessert platter, others feel it has lost its appeal over the years and is frequented by a less sophisticated crowd. The Asian/Asian Fusion cuisine receives mixed reviews, with some recommending it and others finding the food to be average or disappointing.
Tao Downtown offers Asian/Asian Fusion cuisine, with some reviews mentioning a dessert platter positively. However, there are multiple opinions suggesting the food is 'mid' or not particularly good, with one comment advising to 'avoid Tao's food.' Despite this, it is also recommended by some for its overall experience and vibe.
"One specific mention highlights the dessert platter as being 'pretty good'."
Customers have mixed feelings about Tao Downtown. While some praise its energetic vibe and consider it a good option for group outings or celebrations, others feel it has become dated and attracts a less discerning crowd. There are also opinions that the food quality is average or not worth the price compared to other establishments.
Important Note
Some reviews suggest the restaurant has become dated and is frequented by a less sophisticated crowd. There are also opinions that the food quality is not exceptional and may not be worth the price.
"The user suggests Tao Group spots and offers to connect the original poster with contacts."
Neutral"Tao was listed as a top vibe place, confirming its suitability for the user's request."
Positive"Tao was suggested as a place with a good vibe."
Positive"Recommends Tao, with both its uptown and downtown locations, as a place with a similar vibe to Buddakan."
Positive"States that food from Tao Group restaurants is considered head and shoulders above Buddakan's current quality."
Positive"Considers Tao as not having good food."
Negative"Food at Buddakan was much worse than Tao."
Negative"Heard Tao may be too rowdy with bachelor party vibes."
Negative"Did it feel like 2012? Yes. Was the food (including dessert platter) pretty good and did everyone have a blast? Absolutely."
Positive"The club is completely separate, so if you want nothing to do with it, you will have nothing to do with it."
Neutral"The club is separate, there’s a wall in between the two, you have to leave the restaurant and go through a separate entrance to get into the club. Eating at the restaurant doesn’t guarantee you entry to the club, though if you are spending at dinner or are just a really cool table, and get on your servers good side, the manager can totally put you on the list. There’s definitely an energy in the restaurant too though."
Neutral"Might have been good for a bachelor party in 2014"
Negative"Tao was big like 15 years ago and are now frequented by an older Long Island and Jersey crowd."
Negative"Recommend Tao Group."
Neutral"Tao is a recommendation"
Neutral"Go to Tao after Drai's to avoid Tao's food."
Negative"Tao is a recommendation"
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