Last Updated: ~2 months ago
Phone: (720) 480-1963
Address: 54 CANAL STREET 10002
Chic bistro w/ cinematic ambiance. Known for great burgers & martinis, with some dishes like Caesar salad & beef tartare receiving praise. A relaxed spot for catching up or enjoying classic dishes.
Amber Sutherland-Namako reviews Corner Bar, a new downtown bistro, finding it to be a pleasant but ultimately unremarkable experience with a price point that doesn't quite match its offerings.
This chic downtown bistro offers a cinematic ambiance with its cozy, well-designed dining room and intimate table spacing. While it excels at creating a relaxed atmosphere perfect for lingering over drinks and small bites, the cuisine, though featuring classics like oysters and steak, can be inconsistent. Expect a pleasant, though not necessarily groundbreaking, dining experience that might not fully justify the difficulty in securing a reservation.
The restaurant offers American and French-inspired bistro fare. Standout items include a highly-regarded burger and martini combo, and a Caesar salad that was once considered amazing. Beef tartare is also mentioned positively. Some dishes, like the steak au poivre and lobster tagliatelle, have received mixed reviews with critiques on oversaucing or fishiness, though the fries are consistently praised. The atmosphere lends itself well to lingering over small plates like oysters and fries.
"Highly recommended are the burger and martini combination, the Caesar salad (historically), and the fries. Beef tartare is also noted as a positive offering."
Customers generally find the atmosphere relaxed and enjoyable, with specific praise for the burger and martini combination, and some dishes like Caesar salad and beef tartare. However, some reviews suggest the overall experience may not always live up to the hype or reservation difficulty.
Important Note
Securing a reservation can be difficult, and the price point may not always align with the perceived value of the dining experience, especially given some inconsistencies in the food.
"Corner Bar is recommended, with a preference for dining in the blue room, though the bar room is also good."
Positive"This commenter noted that whether the walk to Corner Bar is far depends on the weather, suggesting that heels or cold weather might make a taxi ride more practical after a City Hall appointment."
Neutral"In response to a comment about the walking distance, this user stated that they walked from City Hall to Corner Bar after their appointment and didn't remember the walk being long. However, they agreed that a car might be preferable for ease, especially for parents."
Neutral"This user mentioned that Corner Bar is very nice but about a 20-minute walk from City Hall. They suggested it might be too far if the group is dressed up, but a quick taxi ride would be feasible."
Neutral"The commenter recommended Corner Bar at the Nine Orchard hotel as a nice option within walking distance of City Hall."
Neutral"The commenter clarified that Corner Bar is a good place for catching up with friends for hours, mentioning they've enjoyed nursing fries, oysters, and wine there. The atmosphere is described as relaxed and comfortable, never too crowded, and they offer a nice setup even for tea/coffee orders."
Positive"This restaurant is recommended for a birthday brunch, with the commenter suggesting it offers a nicer atmosphere and generally good food."
Positive"Corner Bar is listed as one of the restaurants serving good beef tartare."
Positive"Corner Bar is listed as one of the restaurants serving good beef tartare."
Positive"Corner Bar is listed as one of the restaurants serving good beef tartare."
Positive"Corner Bar is listed as one of the restaurants serving good beef tartare."
Positive"A user recalls that Corner Bar had an amazing Caesar salad, specifically when Matos was still in charge."
Positive"The user states that their favorite burger/martini combination is found during happy hour at Corner Bar."
Positive"The creator of nycrsvps.com mentioned adding Corner Bar to their reservation tracker and noted its reservation window might be approximately 27 days, longer than the 14 days listed in the original post."
Neutral"States that Corner Bar at 9 Orchard in LES has a pretty good burger."
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