French-Mediterranean delights like steak tartare & duck, plus acclaimed burgers and fries.
Time Out critic Amber Sutherland-Namako reviews The Golden Swan, a West Village French-Mediterranean restaurant located in the former Spotted Pig space, awarding it 4 out of 5 stars for its excellent food and lovely atmosphere.
The Golden Swan, a French-Mediterranean spot in the former Spotted Pig space, garners excellent reviews for its food and ambiance. Critics highlight standout dishes such as the steak tartare and the perfectly cooked Crescent duck, alongside an impeccable poached halibut. While the entrance might feel a bit exclusive, the interior offers a lovely and comfortable dining experience, making it a highly recommended destination for those seeking quality cuisine.
The Golden Swan offers a French-Mediterranean-influenced menu with highly recommended dishes like steak tartare, Crescent duck, and poached halibut. Side dishes such as tri-color cauliflower are also noted positively. Customers also frequently mention the burgers and duck fat fries as highlights, with some suggesting the burger is particularly good value during happy hour. The pancakes are also a popular brunch item.
"Highly recommended dishes include the steak tartare, Crescent duck, and poached halibut. Burgers and duck fat fries are also frequently praised."
Customers generally have a very positive view of The Golden Swan, praising its food quality and atmosphere. Some minor criticisms exist regarding the cocktail menu's consistency and the initial impression of the entrance.
Important Note
The cocktail menu is described as lengthy and inconsistent, with some drinks not served at the optimal temperature. The entrance is noted as potentially alienating or dated.
"Golden Swan is suggested as an upscale brunch option."
Positive"Golden Swan's burger is highlighted as taking the cake for dry-aged burgers, with the user noting it's rarely seen on lists."
Positive"Golden Swan is mentioned as a dining option. No specific dish or sentiment is provided."
Neutral"Golden Swan is listed as a place for pancakes."
Neutral"The user suggests Golden Swan as an option for brunch."
Neutral"The user lists Golden Swan as a 'preferred option' for pancakes, indicating a positive opinion."
Positive"The original poster lists Golden Swan as one of their personal favorite burger spots."
Positive"This restaurant is suggested as a more expensive option for a casual night out."
Positive"The author highlights Golden Swan as one of their personal top picks for burgers in NYC, noting that reservations are not overly difficult to obtain."
Positive"The author lists Golden Swan as a recommended option for burgers in NYC."
Positive"Recently had the burger at Golden Swan and found it 'damn good for the price', especially recommending going during Happy Hour when it's $10 less."
Positive"Golden Swan has duck fat fries. It's a high-end place but good."
Positive"The user lists The Golden Swan among several restaurants that live up to their hype."
Positive"The user specifically mentions the pancakes at Golden Swan as living up to the hype."
Positive"Simply recommends Golden Swan."
Positive"Lists The Golden Swan as a potential option."
Neutral"Golden Swan was suggested as a potential option for late night eats in the West Village."
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