French Riviera vibes meet seafood delights; praise for raw bar & grilled chicken, but some dishes miss the mark.
Will Hartman reviews Crevette, a new West Village restaurant evoking the French Riviera with its seafood-centric menu and vibrant atmosphere. The review highlights standout dishes like raw bar selections, tuna belly on rosti, and grilled chicken, suggesting it's a destination for both intimate dates and group dinners.
Crevette brings a taste of the French Riviera to the West Village with its vibrant, summery atmosphere and a menu focused on high-quality seafood. From the acclaimed team behind Dame and Lord's, this restaurant offers an ambitious dining experience with standout raw bar selections, innovative small plates like tuna belly on rosti, and perfectly cooked grilled dishes. While some dishes may divide opinions, the overall consensus leans towards a sophisticated and enjoyable meal, especially when complemented by their excellent dessert offerings.
Crevette offers a seafood-centric menu inspired by the French Riviera, with some Spanish influences. While many dishes receive praise, particularly the raw bar items, desserts, and the grilled chicken, some diners found certain dishes to be overpowered by sauces or seasoning, or simply underwhelming. The Sicilian Crudo and the tuna and potato dish are frequently mentioned with mixed reviews. Desserts, especially the Fior di Latte ice cream and rhum cake, are consistently highlighted as excellent.
"The raw bar selections, particularly oysters and mussels, are frequently recommended. The grilled chicken with persillade is also a standout, as are desserts like the Fior di Latte ice cream and rhum cake."
Customers have mixed feelings about Crevette, with some praising its overall quality and atmosphere, while others find it underwhelming or overpriced. The service quality is not consistently mentioned, but the restaurant is generally seen as a lively spot suitable for various occasions.
Important Note
Some diners found the restaurant to be overpriced and certain dishes to be underwhelming or poorly seasoned. The atmosphere might be better suited for dates or groups rather than family occasions.
"Crevette was strongly recommended as a top choice for outdoor seating and people-watching."
Positive"This commenter reiterates their negative opinion of Crevette, stating 'Crevette though.. horrible (minus their sorbet)'."
Negative"This user firmly states that Crevette 'absolutely sucks' and that no discerning foodie or chef would find it good."
Negative"In response to criticism, this user defends Crevette, stating that many foodies and chefs find it good, and lists other restaurants they consider good."
Positive"This commenter strongly dislikes Crevette, calling it 'horrible'."
Negative"Crevette, opened by the creators of Dame, is highly recommended as a hip and less formal option compared to Le Bernardin."
Positive"This user lists Crevette as a supper option, implying it is a dining choice."
Neutral"Crevette is mentioned as fitting the user's criteria, despite being white tablecloth. It offers fantastic raw and cooked fish and seafood in a bright, modern, and artsy atmosphere with outdoor options."
Positive"Crevette is recommended as a dining option."
Neutral"Crevette is recommended as a place to try."
Positive"eringobrah21 recommends Crevette as a place to go in SoHo/Greenwich Village."
Positive"Recommends Crevette as perfect for the original poster's situation."
Positive"Finds Dame and Crevette challenging for family occasions due to lighter portions and a wine-and-dine atmosphere, but would return to Dame anytime; Crevette feels overpriced."
Negative"Recommends Crevette as the answer but acknowledges it may be difficult to get into."
Positive"Recommends Crevette."
Positive"Recommends Crevette (along with Dame and Lords), all owned by the same people and seafood-based."
Positive"Recommends Crevette."
Positive"Crevette is offering a Spanish tortilla that includes ramps and morels."
Neutral"Mentions Crevette's roast chicken is insanely good, alongside a recommendation for Raf's chicken."
Positive"Recommends Crevette."
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