French Riviera vibes in the West Village w/ fresh seafood, raw bar, & grilled dishes. Perfect for dates or groups.
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.
This West Village seafood spot channels the French Riviera with a vibrant atmosphere and a menu focused on fresh, comforting dishes. From an impressive raw bar to expertly prepared fish and even a standout grilled chicken, Crevette offers a refined yet accessible dining experience perfect for dates or group dinners.
Crevette offers a seafood-centric menu with Mediterranean and Sicilian influences. While some patrons found dishes like the Red Shrimp & Uni Tartare or Tuna on Potato underwhelming, others raved about the raw bar, Sicilian crudo, and even a surprisingly good grilled chicken. Desserts, particularly the sorbet and rhum cake, often receive positive mentions.
"Standout dishes include the raw bar selections (oysters, mussels), Sicilian crudo, the grilled golden chicken, and the rhum cake for dessert. Dishes like the Red Shrimp & Uni Tartare and Tuna on Potato have received mixed reviews."
Customer feedback is mixed, with some finding the experience underwhelming or overpriced, while others praise specific dishes like the raw bar and grilled chicken, and enjoy the ambiance.
Important Note
Some diners found the restaurant to be overpriced for the portion sizes, and there have been mentions of inconsistent seasoning and a 'fishy' smell in the dining room. Service issues have also been reported, including incorrect or missed orders.
"This restaurant was recommended as a place worth checking out."
Neutral"This commenter stated that Crevette's lunch service is only available on weekends."
Neutral"The original suggester of Crevette added that while they have a lunch menu, they are unsure if it's offered daily."
Neutral"This user clarified that Crevette might not be open for lunch every day, expressing doubt about their lunch service availability."
Neutral"The user suggested Crevette as a nice option for a quiet lunch with important conversation, describing it as comfortable and not too fancy. However, there was uncertainty about their lunch hours."
Neutral"The commenter listed Crevette as a restaurant where dining at the bar is enjoyable."
Positive"The commenter expressed strong positive feelings about Crevette, indicating they love the restaurant."
Positive"The user mentions Crevette as the new seafood spot from the owners of Dame and Lord's."
Neutral"Crevette was recommended as a seafood dining option."
Positive"Crevette is recommended as a dining option."
Positive"Crevette was suggested as a potential restaurant for a group celebration, though the commenter noted that vegetarian options would need to be discussed."
Neutral"This user listed Petite le crevette as a recommendation."
Positive"Crevette channels the French and Spanish coasts and is located in the West Village."
Positive"In contrast to a negative review, this user stated they have dined at Crevette four times and have never had a bad meal."
Positive"This user stated they had a negative experience at Crevette and would not recommend it."
Negative"This user recommends Crevette, highlighting its excellent acidity balance and generous use of lemon."
Positive"This commenter agreed with others that Crevette was good but not great, offering a fun dinner but not justifying the price. Some dishes were bland, but they still had a good time due to the chill service."
Neutral"This commenter found Crevette to be just okay and not particularly special, especially considering the price and the quality of the restaurant's other establishments. The tuna potato bite was a standout, but overall, they were not wowed."
Neutral"While the staff at Crevette were nice, this commenter experienced significant service issues, including incorrect dishes and missed orders, which negatively impacted their overall experience."
Negative"The commenter enjoys Crevette, describing the food as very good and well-executed, though pricey for the portion sizes. They also appreciate the ease of getting a reservation or walking in."
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