Grand Central's dazzling French brasserie w/ Parisian flair. Upscale ambiance, timeless classics, perfect for any occasion.
Molly Fitzpatrick reviews Grand Brasserie, a French restaurant in Grand Central Terminal offering a spacious and elegant dining experience, perfect for various occasions from breakfast to late-night meals.
Step into a Parisian dream within Grand Central Terminal at Grand Brasserie. This expansive French restaurant offers a stunning ambiance with elegant decor, making it a versatile choice for any occasion. From classic French dishes like steak frites to delightful desserts, the menu aims to please, complemented by a sophisticated beverage program. Whether for a business lunch, a special date night, or a late-night bite, Grand Brasserie provides a memorable dining experience in an iconic New York City location.
Grand Brasserie offers a menu of French classics, with dishes like steak frites and eggs benedict receiving praise. While some items like trout almondine and escargot have received less favorable reviews, the overall food quality is considered good, with a notable $35 lunchtime prix fixe menu offering good value. Desserts such as Lemon Mille-Feuille are also highlighted.
"Recommended dishes include steak frites, eggs benedict, gratin de macaroni, and the Lemon Mille-Feuille for dessert. The pre-fixe dinner menu is also noted as a good value."
Customers generally have a positive view of Grand Brasserie, praising its stunning ambiance, elegant decor, and overall dining experience. While some early reviews mentioned minor issues with service or seasoning, the consensus points to a solid French culinary option in an iconic location.
Important Note
One early review mentioned the restaurant being more expensive than it should be, and another noted a less than ideal experience with salty food and slow service shortly after opening. Some dishes like trout almondine and escargot have been less recommended.
"This is an option for dining located within Grand Central."
Neutral"This restaurant is suggested for dinner as part of a complete dining experience in Grand Central."
Neutral"Grand Brasserie is listed as a potential dining option near Lincoln Center."
Neutral"This restaurant is recommended for its interior and vibe."
Positive"Following up on a previous comment, this user recalls having a great experience at Grand Brasserie closer to its initial opening and wonders about any potential decline in quality."
Positive"This commenter had a less than ideal experience at Grand Brasserie shortly after it opened, finding the food salty, service slow, and the overall experience underwhelming, suggesting it relies on its location for customers."
Negative"Grand Brasserie, located within Grand Central, is described as very good, though with a limited pasta selection, but offering chicken and steak."
Positive"The commenter enjoyed the pre-fixe dinner at Grand Brasserie, specifically mentioning the steak frites and the bouillabaisse that her husband ordered."
Positive"The new brasserie is considered perfectly fine, especially for a restaurant located within a train station."
Neutral"Grand Brasserie is very good, particularly its dining area and bars, with the back bar being a nice spot for post-dinner drinks."
Positive"The giant brasserie place looks pretty nice, although the commenter has not personally eaten there."
Neutral"Mentions the new Grand Brasserie in Grand Central."
Neutral"Strongly recommends Grand Brasserie, calling it a gorgeous spot with amazing food."
Positive"Recommends Grand Brasserie located at Grand Central, mentioning its very nice menu and ambiance."
Positive"Grand Brasserie in Grand Central"
Neutral"More expensive than it should be."
Negative"Surprisingly solid."
Positive"Eat right in the main concourse."
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