Energetic fine dining in FiDi w/ creative American fare & striking ambiance. Perfect for celebrations.
This upscale American restaurant in the Financial District offers a vibrant and energetic dining experience. With soaring ceilings, marble floors, and large windows, the modern dining room creates a striking ambiance, further enhanced by a lively bar and upbeat music. The menu features approachable yet creative dishes, with highlights like Gruyère fritters, ricotta gnocchi, charred carrots, and beef carpaccio.
Crown Shy offers a creative take on New American cuisine, with many diners recommending dishes like Gruyère fritters, ricotta gnocchi, citrus chicken, and the sticky toffee pudding. Some negative feedback exists regarding portion sizes and perceived value for money, with the Branzino and Crudo being less recommended by some.
"Standout recommendations include the Gruyère fritters, citrus chicken, short rib, and the sticky toffee pudding. The bread service, particularly the pistachio bread, and pasta dishes like gnocchi are also frequently praised."
Customers generally have a very positive view of Crown Shy, praising its creative and approachable menu, vibrant atmosphere, and value for a Michelin-starred establishment. While a few negative experiences regarding portion size and value exist, the overall sentiment is strongly favorable.
Important Note
A few diners found the portions to be small and the overall experience overpriced for what was served. One commenter noted that the restaurant may have changed since its opening.
"Crown Shy was recommended as a dinner option."
Positive"This restaurant in Tribeca/FiDi is recommended for team dinners."
Neutral"Crown Shy was recommended as a great option for gluten-free diners."
Positive"Crown Shy is suggested as a more appropriate choice for a business dinner compared to Atera."
Positive"This commenter expressed being underwhelmed by their experience at Crown Shy."
Negative"Crown Shy is recommended as a solid choice with great food and a good vibe that isn't overly formal."
Positive"The commenter stated a preference for Crown Shy over Manhatta."
Positive"The commenter enjoyed Crown Shy, describing it as hip and delicious."
Positive"This user also came to recommend Crown Shy."
Positive"Crown Shy is highly recommended for an anniversary celebration, being very close to the Pier in a gorgeous building. It's advised to save room for dessert."
Positive"Crown Shy is listed as a recommendation, fitting the criteria of good food that is not pretentious."
Positive"This user highly recommended Crown Shy, stating everything was amazing and the food was surprisingly filling, specifically praising the snapper dish."
Positive"This commenter agreed that the chicken dish at Crown Shy is very good."
Positive"Crown Shy is recommended as a suitable restaurant."
Positive"This user recommended Crown Shy and highlighted several dishes, including Gruyere Fritters, Spicy Tuna, Romaine, Octopus a la Plancha, Ricotta Gnocchi, Pork Katsu, and Roasted Short Rib, as particularly noteworthy."
Positive"This user suggested Crown shy."
Neutral"The bread at Crown Shy is included as part of the Restaurant Week menu."
Neutral"This restaurant is recommended as being in the user's neighborhood and is described as awesome."
Positive"This restaurant is recommended as being in the user's neighborhood."
Neutral"The commenter had a great time at Crown Shy for dinner during Restaurant Week, praising the complimentary pistachio bread, an excellent chicken dish, and delicious desserts. The $10 wine options and non-alcoholic drink were also appreciated, along with the great service."
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