Upscale French-Med dining w/ standout duck & steak tartare. Known for its stylish ambiance & high-quality dishes, a must-try in the West Village.
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 French-Mediterranean-influenced menu that has earned it a stellar 4-out-of-5-star rating. While the entrance might seem a bit formal, the interior unfolds into a comfortable and stylish setting across two levels. Chef Doug Brixton's culinary creations shine, with standout dishes like the exquisite steak tartare and the perfectly cooked Crescent duck, complemented by flavorful side dishes. Though the cocktail menu can be hit-or-miss, the wine selection is a solid accompaniment to the excellent food.
The French-Mediterranean cuisine is highly acclaimed, with particular praise for the steak tartare, Crescent duck, and poached halibut. Side dishes like the tri-color cauliflower are also recommended. The restaurant is known for having high-quality dishes that live up to expectations.
"Standout dishes include the steak tartare, the Crescent duck with crispy skin, and the poached halibut. The duck fat fries and burgers are also highly recommended, especially during happy hour."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the restaurant, highlighting its excellent food and stylish, comfortable atmosphere. Many recommend specific dishes and consider it a spot that lives up to its hype.
Important Note
The entrance might be perceived as somewhat alienating or dated, and the cocktail menu is described as lengthy and inconsistent.
"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."
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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