Last Updated: ~1 month ago
Phone: (212) 790-8970
Address: 16 WEST 29 STREET 10001
Chic European fare w/ French & Austrian flair. Standout gougères & schnitzel.
Amber Sutherland-Namako reviews Koloman, a restaurant in Manhattan's Ace Hotel, finding it to be a "pretty good" but uneven experience with standout gougères and schnitzel, but less successful terrine and mushroom dishes.
Nestled within the Ace Hotel, this restaurant offers a chic dining experience with a focus on modern European cuisine, blending French and Austrian influences. While some dishes like the gougères and schnitzel receive high praise, others have been noted as less successful. The ambiance is stylish, featuring a backlit bar and comfortable seating, making it a potentially good spot for dates or convenient meals.
The restaurant offers a blend of French and Austrian cuisine, with specific mentions of excellent gougères, schnitzel Viennoise, and a brilliant celery root tartare. Some dishes, like a terrine and grilled mushrooms, have received criticism for being underwhelming. The bar area is noted for its good cocktails, including a highly-praised espresso martini.
"The celery root tartare is frequently highlighted as a must-try dish, with users describing it as 'brilliant.' The gougères and schnitzel Viennoise also receive strong recommendations."
Customers generally have a positive view, with many recommending it for its distinct French-Austrian cuisine and good cocktails. However, some reviews mention an unevenness in dish quality and a potentially loud atmosphere.
Important Note
One review noted the restaurant was off-puttingly loud upon entry, which was the only memorable aspect of the experience. Another review mentioned a friend found the restaurant 'mid', indicating potentially mixed perceptions.
"The user confirmed that Koloman used to serve Esterhazy Torte, in response to a question about its availability in NYC."
Neutral"This user mentioned that Kolomon offered Esterhazy Torte before it closed last year. The mention was in response to a query about finding the cake in NYC."
Neutral"Koloman was immediately off-puttingly loud upon entry, with the noise level being the only memorable aspect of the experience, leading to no return visit. The user hopes their new space has better acoustics."
Negative"Koloman was immediately off-puttingly loud upon entry, with the noise level being the only memorable aspect of the experience, leading to no return visit. The user hopes their new space has better acoustics."
Negative"Koloman is suggested as a potential dining option."
Neutral"Koloman is listed as a recommendation for good food, although its chef previously had a star at Batard and the restaurant itself does not currently have one. The user notes it is not pretentious."
Positive"This user agrees that Koloman's celery root tartare is brilliant, even for a meat lover."
Positive"This user agrees that Koloman's celery root tartare is brilliant, even for a meat lover."
Positive"This user agrees that Koloman's celery root tartare is brilliant, even for a meat lover."
Positive"This user agrees that Koloman's celery root tartare is brilliant, even for a meat lover."
Positive"Koloman is recommended for its celery root tartare, which the user found brilliant."
Positive"Koloman is recommended for its celery root tartare, which the user found brilliant."
Positive"Koloman is recommended for its celery root tartare, which the user found brilliant."
Positive"Koloman is recommended for its celery root tartare, which the user found brilliant."
Positive"Koloman is listed among several restaurants, though some are not considered quick bites."
Neutral"This user mentioned Koloman as a restaurant their friend found 'mid', contrasting with their own positive experiences at other establishments."
Neutral"The commenter acknowledges Koloman's Austrian influence but notes Google lists it as contemporary French, appreciating the correction."
Neutral"The commenter loves Koloman, noting it leans more towards Austrian cuisine than French."
Positive"The user expresses a positive sentiment towards Koloman, calling it a great spot."
Positive"Koloman is recommended as a great option that leans French and can often be booked last minute on OpenTable."
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