Upscale French-Mediterranean fare in a stylish, comfortable West Village setting. Highlights include stellar duck, steak tartare, and halibut.
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.
This West Village gem, nestled in the former Spotted Pig space, offers a sophisticated yet comfortable dining experience with a French-Mediterranean-inspired menu. Reviewers rave about the impeccable dishes, from the perfectly executed steak tartare and Crescent duck to the delicate poached halibut and flavorful tri-color cauliflower. While the cocktail list can be hit or miss, the overall atmosphere and culinary execution make it a standout destination.
The cuisine is French-Mediterranean inspired, with a strong emphasis on well-executed dishes. Standout items include the steak tartare, Crescent duck with crispy skin, poached halibut, and tri-color cauliflower. Burgers are also frequently mentioned and recommended, especially during happy hour. Some reviews suggest the cocktail menu can be inconsistent, but the food receives high marks overall.
"Standout dishes include the steak tartare, Crescent duck, and poached halibut. The burger is also highly recommended, especially during happy hour, and the pancakes are noted as living up to the hype."
Customers generally have a very positive sentiment, praising the excellent food and lovely atmosphere. The restaurant is noted for living up to its hype with standout dishes and a comfortable dining experience.
Important Note
The entrance is described as somewhat alienating and dated, with a host guarding the door, creating a faux exclusivity. The cocktail menu can be lengthy and inconsistent, with some drinks not served at the optimal temperature.
"Golden Swan was listed as a potential restaurant suggestion."
Neutral"The commenter had a positive experience at Golden Swan and would recommend it."
Positive"The Golden Swan is suggested as a 'moody adult restaurant' that matches the user's preferences."
Positive"Golden swan is mentioned as a good option for pancakes."
Positive"Golden Swan is recommended, especially if one can catch their 'Golden Hour'."
Positive"The Golden Swan was included in a list of NYC restaurants that provide matchbooks."
Positive"Golden Swan was listed as a restaurant recommendation."
Neutral"This commenter listed Golden Swan as a potential alternative restaurant, noting it has a formal upstairs and a casual bar downstairs serving much of the same food."
Neutral"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."
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