Chic West Village date spot w/ French-inspired bites. Standout pierogi & sweetbreads, but mains can be small. Great for drinks & ambiance.
Bryan Kim reviews Fedora, a West Village spot with a chic, impractical vibe, serving French-inspired dishes like pierogi and sweetbreads, perfect for dates or drinks.
Fedora, a chic West Village spot, offers a French-inspired menu in an intimate, dimly lit setting. While some main courses can be underwhelming, the appetizers like the highly recommended pierogi and tender sweetbreads are highlights. It's an ideal destination for dates or drinks, rather than a hearty meal.
Fedora's cuisine leans towards American with French influences. Standout appetizers include the pierogi with lemon-butter sauce and tender sweetbreads. However, some main courses, like the culotte beef and garlic shrimp, have been criticized for being tough or uninspired. The carrot cake dessert is frequently recommended, while the chicken cordon bleu has received mixed reviews.
"The pierogi with lemon-butter sauce and the sweetbreads are highly recommended. The carrot cake dessert is also frequently mentioned as a must-try."
Customer feedback is mixed. While some praise the food and wine selection, others report disappointing dishes and poor service. The carrot cake and cordon bleu have received positive mentions, but experiences with shrimp and potatoes have been negative.
Important Note
The restaurant's atmosphere is described as chic but impractical, with a very low ceiling and dimly lit interior. Some main courses are noted as being small and potentially underwhelming.
"This commenter recommends Fedora."
Positive"This user mentioned the cordon bleu at Fedora as a highlight."
Positive"This user mentioned the cordon bleu at Fedora as a highlight."
Positive"This user has not been to Fedora but has heard that their carrot cake is incredible and intends to try it."
Neutral"This commenter had the opposite experience at Fedora, describing the food as top-notch and the servers as very kind."
Positive"The original poster had a disappointing experience at Fedora, citing chewy shrimp, cold potatoes, tiny and expensive drinks, and a messy, disjointed chicken cordon bleu. They also encountered a rude waiter who made dismissive comments about their dining experience."
Negative"Fedora is a Gallic-accented bistro located in the West Village."
Positive"This user listed Fedora as a restaurant recommendation."
Positive"Recommended as a potential option."
Neutral"Fedora was listed as a suggestion for restaurants built into townhouses."
Neutral"Includes Fedora in a list of recommended restaurants in the area."
Positive"Fedora was listed as a restaurant recommendation."
Neutral"Fedora is listed as one of several restaurant recommendations."
Neutral"A lighthearted, playful comment referencing the restaurant name."
Neutral"The commenter is looking forward to the carrot cake dessert and hopes to try the culotte beef again, as they were disappointed with it previously but believe it has improved."
Neutral"The commenter recommends trying the chartreuse and the carrot cake dessert at Fedora."
Positive"The commenter is excited about their upcoming reservation at Fedora."
Neutral"The user had a fantastic experience at Fedora after it reopened and highly recommends it, also noting their excellent wine selection."
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