A stunning French brasserie in Grand Central: elegant ambiance, classic dishes like steak frites, great 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.
This grand French brasserie, situated in the iconic Grand Central Terminal, offers an expansive and elegant dining experience with a Parisian flair. It boasts an extensive menu featuring timeless French classics, from expertly prepared steak frites to delicate seafood. The ambiance is consistently praised for its beauty and sophistication, making it a versatile spot for any occasion.
This French brasserie offers a menu of classic dishes. Highly recommended items include the steak frites, gratin de macaroni, and eggs benedict. However, the trout almondine and escargot have received less favorable reviews. Desserts like the Lemon Mille-Feuille and crème brûlée are also celebrated.
"Highlights include the steak frites, gratin de macaroni, and eggs benedict. Desserts such as the Lemon Mille-Feuille and crème brûlée are also highly praised."
Customers generally have a positive view of the restaurant, highlighting its beautiful ambiance and solid French cuisine, though a few have noted it can be pricey or underwhelming, especially shortly after opening.
Important Note
One review mentioned the restaurant being more expensive than it should be, and another noted it relies heavily on its location.
"This commenter suggested Grand Brasserie, located inside Grand Central station."
Neutral"Grand Brasserie is suggested as a potential venue for the work dinner."
Neutral"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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