Atlantic Grill
“Nina made some great cocktails and the banana tower with strawberry rhubarb tart were amazing!”
“(Different places serve Tuna Tartare differently) She also knew exactly what the Tuna entree was encrusted with.”
“When my sushi-obsessed friend suggested that we trek all the way to the Upper East Side for some of her favorite raw fish, I had my reservations.”
Atlantic Grill
Takes Reservations: Yes
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Bike Parking: Yes
Good for Groups: Yes
Outdoor Seating: Yes
Waiter Service: Yes
Caters: Yes
Price range.
$$$ Price range $31-60
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I would give this place 3.5/5 stars. We came here for lunch and ordered the Shellfish Tower for 2, the Classic Caviar, a salad, and a burger. For $58, I would've expected a little more seafood on the shellfish tower. There was very little meat in the lobsters and the oysters were on the smaller side. The burger was fine but the salad I ordered basically consisted of 4 slices of heirloom tomatoes and some feta cheese. I would come back to Atlantic Grill but I would probably stay away from the shellfish tower and the salads.
The Atlantic Grill took over the space and decor from a restaurant named Jim McMullens in 1998. It has been packed with UES regulars ever since. It specializes in seafood, and is one of my favorite dining destination in the neighborhood. Apart from consistently good, predictable food, the decor and lighting provide an inviting environment for dining. They have a large selection of wines by the glass and outdoor cafe seating on Third Avenue in warm weather. In a city like New York there are abundant options for good dining. Because Atlantic Grill has become almost an institution in the neighborhood, I probably take it for granted as I audition new entries into the culinary world that is the UES, so I don't go as often as I should. When I do go I'm reminded of how much I've enjoyed my meals here over the years. There's no point in listing the menu items because it changes almost daily. I'm writing this for visitors to NYC who want a non-touristy dining destination. You won't be disappointed.
Another amazing meal at Atlantic grill. We started with drinks at the bar. I tried the thyme lemon vodka and the bf had the smoking tequila one… His drink actually had a smoke smell and taste…not my fav. Mine was a bit plain. Was expecting more of a thyme infusion, but was rather a garnish. Service by bartenders was stellar though.
For dinner, we both opted for the weekday $44 prix fixe option. We both got the standard Caesar salad. Then, I opted for the salmon over Brussel sprouts and ? sweet potatoes? Amazing piece of fish and expertly prepared. ..just melted in your mouth. Bf got the organic chicken, which was a sizeable portion and he took 1/2 home.
Desserts were both warmed chocolate brownies with fresh whipped cream and coffee/cardamom ice cream… yummy.
We had a great time, amazing food and service, and good drinks. Can't wait to return.
Came to Atlantic grill to celebrate my husband's birthday on saturday night, we came at 6:30pm and the restaurant was already packed! This location has a very classy upper east side feel but they jammed in so many tables that the place feels a bit too crowded. Luckily we were seated at the back area that felt a little more roomy than the front section of the restaurant.
We got the shellfish tower for 2 and it came with a large variety of seafood such as clams, mussels, oysters, crab legs, lobster, cocktail shrimp and salmon ceviche. For entree we got the teriyaki sea bass with soba noodles and the blackened swordfish in curry sauce. Both fish were cooked perfectly and I really love my seabass, i the sauce is not too sweet and it has a strong sesame oil taste which I like. We ended our meal with their famous banana icecream tower and I must say that was really delicious, if you have room for dessert then I highly recommend you getting the banana tower.
Overall I am very happy with this place, although the restaurant was really busy, we never felt rushed or anything. The food is nothing groundbreaking but they sure know how to cook their fish. You wont be disappointed with this place as long as you come prepare how crowded this restaurant gets.
Amazing restaurant with wonderful food, service and atmosphere.
I've been here several times dining outside and at the tables in the cocktail/ bar area, but tonight was the first time in the size able and lovely dining room .
Service was friendly and attentive.
Food was wonderful:
– bread with sweet butter – super
– beet and goat cheese salad – great
– sushi – tuna (paradise?) roll – amazing amazing
– swordfish with lump crabmeat- beautiful presentation and delicious
– salmon with Brussel sprouts and squash- fantastic. I never order salmon because I am so particular about my salmon so won't risk ordering, but I tried my friends' and it was mild, wonderful
Highly recommend as a solid amazing restaurant to bring friends family or a date.
I've been here a few times so I was excited to go back… came in last night for dinner and sadly was underwhelmed and a bit disappointed by the overall experience.
Thursday nights are always packed but there was an extended wait for our reservation, which was annoying. When we were finally seated at the table our waiter was very frazzled and appeared to be new. He couldn't tell us anything about the wine so after about a 15 minute wait we finally got another waiter who could actually speak to the types of wine.
The restaurant should really do a better job at training their new employees.. they should know how to speak to the different types of wine on the menu or they should have wine expert/manager… in addition to that the waiter should be able to speak to what is sold out on the menu.
Our waiter was nowhere to be found and we ended up ordering from a random person walking by which was fine based on how busy they were but not what you would expect. We waited a good 25 minutes for a bottle of wine to be served and poured by another waiter ..the white wine was warm and really subpar which was disappointing.
When we finally ordered our food that was where the real disappointment began.
My branzino was really overcooked and almost chewy..griss!
My friends shrimp and scallops was super disappointing. The scallops tasted disgusting almost under seasoned and undercooked ..also very small portion. We ordered another fish dish in its place and that came out undercooked, we sat there with untouched food finally we asked for the bill in which we had paid for all the dishes no explanation or no input from any of the people even when we sent back food. Extremely poor service.
Very disappointed.
Had lunch at Atlantic Grill with the husband today…and was pleasantly surprised at how great everything was.
Ambiance: We sat inside but had a nice view of 3rd Ave. The restaurant was clean and cool (not overly air conditioned, which was great), and had a great Hillstone-ish feel.
Service: Very friendly and quick. Food took a while but we weren't in a rush so it was fine.
Food: Overall really good.
— Crabcakes were delicious – not greasy or full of mayo. Definitely order these.
— Chicken salad was great according to my husband. I had a few beets and avocado and can say that the dressing was delicious.
— Side of vegetables was just okay…not sure it needed to be drowned in olive oil though. I probably won't order this again.
— Complimentary bread is addicting. Next time I need to pace myself as I think I ate the majority myself.
— Lava cake was good according to my husband, but he said it was a bit cold in the middle. It probably just needed heating a bit more.
Atlantic Grill is a bit on the overpriced side but the excellent food quality and service justify the prices. We'll definitely return.
Atlantic Grill is somewhat of a "dependable staple" on the UES and I have been there several over the years. The food is not particularly imaginable or spectacular, but is always solid.
On this visit we were a party of 6 and ordered many items including:
Apps:
Lobster Bisque – a bit too much sherry for my taste but lots of crab on top!
Vegetable Roll
Spicy Tuna Roll – good but I have had better
Cherry Stone Clams- my Mom loves the clams there
Beet Salad
Chopped Salad – the capers made it a bit salty
Mains:
Special sushi Roll with salmon, tuna, mango, avocado, eel sauce – a disappointment. The components just did not work well together and the mango taste was too strong. 10 year old ordered this but could not eat it. I ate some of it and gave him the rest of my…..
Snapper – my Mom got this special of the day as well which was made with a Parmesan emulsion. The fish had a really nice sear and a delicate flavor. It was a bit under seasoned for me, but the fish was cooked perfectly and it was overall a very good dish.
Other fish dishes ordered included Simply Prepared Bronzino and Swordfish. Everyone thought their fish was prepared perfectly.
Atlantic Grill does have a tempting dessert menu. We did order some fruit sorbet (grape and mango) and gelato (peanut butter and chocolate). They were all delicious and the perfect ending to our meal.
Yes, the food was not absolutely stunning and perfect. However, what solidifies Atlantic Grill's four star rating for me is the professional and attentive service. Our server was informative and completely respectful. The food came out at the perfect pace. Each generation from grandson to grandma and in-between thoroughly enjoyed our meal!