TLDR
Polished West Village wine bistro w/ French & Filipino-influenced menu. Must-try: Wagyu hanger steak.
Amber Sutherland-Namako reviews Justine’s on Hudson, a polished West Village wine bistro, praising its French and Filipino-influenced menu and highlighting its exceptional American Wagyu hanger steak.
Details
This West Village wine bistro offers a casually polished atmosphere with a unique wine program curated by Neal Rosenthal. Chef Jeanne Jordan's menu artfully blends French and Filipino influences, resulting in standout dishes like the smoked crab and whitefish salad and the exceptionally praised American Wagyu hanger steak.
Food Overview
The cuisine is a blend of French and American, with some Filipino influences. Standout dishes include the smoked crab and whitefish salad, beef tartare with peanut pistou, tender lamb, and an exceptionally well-regarded American Wagyu hanger steak. A nut-free carrot cake is also specifically recommended.
Caveats
The restaurant can be expensive, and some have noted that the reservation system may not clearly distinguish between table and bar seating.
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From post: Best Carrot Cake In The City
"This user recommended Justine's for its nut-free carrot cake, noting that most carrot cakes contain nuts."
PositiveFrom post: Best Carrot Cake In The City
"This user recommended Justine's for their nut-free carrot cake, highlighting that most carrot cakes contain nuts."
PositiveFrom post: Best Nyc Wine Bars
"Justine's in the West Village is mentioned as a recommended wine bar."
PositiveFrom post: Upscale Restaurant Recommendations In The West
"Justine's is mentioned as a restaurant option located in the West Village."
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