Little Park
“I preferred the beetroot risotto to the kale ravioli, and the cinnamon toast ice cream was the perfect ending.”
“I am a huge fan of Andrew Carmellini, and his newest spot Little Park definitely lived up to my expectations.”
“Located pretty close to his first restaurant in NYC, Locanda Verde, this is another beautiful place to eat located in a hotel.”
Little Park
Takes Reservations: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Bike Parking: Yes
Good for Groups: Yes
Waiter Service: Yes
PokéStop Nearby: Yes
Price range.
$$$ Price range $31-60
8 reviews
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Totally over priced – I'm all for paying exuberant amounts for tiny food, so long as it is delicious! Not this place though.
The menu reads "Grilled avocado" however what was on my plate was four small lumps of smooshed avocado. Not even guac. Just plain avocado, it wasn't even warm, so i'm not sure what part is grilled. This plate cost $17.
The kohlrabi salad was esthetically pleasing and I can't find fault with the taste however it was nothing to write home/yelp about.
Seriously save about $40 and find a better restaurant and better atmosphere.
Little Park is a lovely and smart little restaurant. The decor is stylish and I loved the booth seats – we were sat in a little one perfect for three so it was a nice cosy lunch- great for catching up with friends. The menu is small as they change it regularly to fit what produce is available seasonally.
Our waitress was attentive without being overbearing, quick to offer us water, take our order, and was spot on for recommendations – she highly recommended the pressed pineapple over the beet juice and the crispy brussel sprouts! The freshly squeezed orange was also delicious. We ordered the popular brussel sprouts to share – I could honestly say I never liked them until now! These were crispy and dressed with tangy pickled onions and crispy panko crumbs. We ordered the black tagliatelle with squid, lamache (shell pasta) with ragu and the wagyu steak with onions three ways. The mains were filling but not oversized. All were beautifully flavoured. The pasta dishes were excellent and you could taste the freshness of the pasta itself. I had the black tagliatelle myself and I would definitely recommend that! I tried some of the steak and it was okay and I tried the ragu and that was also very very tasty. We were all stuffed at the end otherwise we would have tried dessert!
The restaurant is on the pricey side but you pay for the experience and the quality of the food! Great place for dinner!
I've eaten here twice for dinner within the past few months and have been extremely impressed with the food both times.
On my first visit, I had the green spaghetti (walnut, fennel, and ricotta) along with some fresh bread with delicious butter. I washed it down with a little tonic (their version of a g & t with lime, honey, and cucumber). Everything was amazing, and I knew I needed to come back soon.
On my second visit, I ended up having a 3-course meal even though I didn't intend to. The food was just that good. I started with the fava greens salad (strawberry, goat cheese, poppy seed), which was tangy and had a nice kick to it, and followed that with the soft-shelled crab (spiced tomato, yogurt), which was lightly fried. I'm a huge soft-shelled crab fan, but dislike when the taste is disguised by too much batter. This preparation was perfect and delicious. I finished the meal with the cinnamon toast ice cream, which was seriously one of the best desserts I've had in a while–simple but excellent.
If I had to complain about anything here, it would be the price of the cocktails. 18 bucks for even a fancy g & t is a bit much, but it certainly won't deter me from coming back. I just wouldn't drink a lot here. It does tend to get crowded on the early side, so I recommend getting here around 5:30 or 6 if you don't have a reservation. I work within walking distance, so I plan to make Little Park a regular dinner spot when I want a nice meal.
I had a truly lovely dinner here. The beetroot tartar with horseradish and smoked trout roe was delicious, refreshing, light, and balanced, and very much a fun play on tartar. The green spaghetti with walnut, fennel, and ricotta, was also delicious — somehow, it was rich in flavor without being overly heavy or creamy. But I had a bite of my dining companion's seared duck and it was phenomenal. I'd definitely have that the next time I visit.
The Vervino Spritz and Stoop Kid were wonderfully balanced, complex, perfectly made. I do find the prices a little steep at $16-20 a cocktail, especially when the food seems reasonably priced.
The service was attentive and enthusiastic — always better when the servers actually care deeply about the food and yet also really know what they're talking about. And the space is quite lovely and warm, like a nice French bistro.
I don't give a star sweep lightly. That being said, LP earned it resoundingly.
The interiors are clean, refined and marked with special moments (i.e. exposed Edison bulbs, a counter lined in succulents, varied lighting emittance to induce different spatial experiences throughout the dining room), much like the menu. Our server was a warm fella who had great presence and knowledge when we called upon him, and otherwise did not helicopter unnecessarily. The table was dressed similarly – relatively spare yet warm and personal with a small bouquet and a richly textured cloth napkin.
We started with a glass of the 2013 Finger Lakes Reisling and the 2014 Carignan from the Languedoc region. Both hit the note for myself and my husband, respectively, listed in the manner of full bodiness, to match our particular desires that night. We held off on the spent grain bread and cultured butter while waiting for our starters, which is served only upon request. I appreciated this ability to opt-in as dining should be more deliberate. We later did ask for it as the dishes we were tasting were amazing that we wanted more engagement w the offerings. Needless to say, it did not disappoint.
Our appetizers (we were advised that all dishes were meant to be shared) were the beetroot tartare, and the mushroom spaghetti. Both were the most interesting sounding items on the menu, and really delivered. The first was an elegant mini cake of shining purple w ground rye bits sprinkled around and throughout contrasting wonderfully w the smoky trout roe. The horseradish really sang to our Jewish souls. Next up was the mushroom spaghetti which was a real revelation. I have since purchased a spiralizer in an effort to recreate the perfectly julienned mushroom pasta. Breaking the poached egg and mixing it up w the crispy shallots gave it a gooey, unctious sauce that felt so satisfying while remaining light.
The mains then came – creamy carrot risotto was bright with orange and coriander notes and bits of feta, and the arctic char was by far the best I've ever had. The char's skin was gorgeously shiny as it was crispy, and the meat beneath the most delicate treatment I've had the pleasure of experiencing. The pink foretold a prep that was thoughtful as it was precise. It came beside sorrels in oyster vinaigrette that together was a truly outstanding dish. We topped off w the sorbet grapefruit that came in a whimsical vintage cocktail glass rimmed in bruleed citrus and fused w old tom gin.
This is the type of place that I would be happy to recommend to anyone that will listen. The price is right, the service is on point, and the food is as memorable as they come. GO!!
Beautiful high end restaurant with great cocktails. Although my friend recommended a drink that was so minty it tasted like listerine they have a great selection. We sat at the bar around 9pm on a weeknight and the bartender was attentive and professional. Don't expect a deal here-instead come to treat yourself. We also had an awesome ice cream dessert with cinnamon toast crunch. My friend recommended a pumpkin dessert, but not surprisingly its a seasonal spot.
I treated myself to lunch here on my birthday and it was definitely a treat – Little Park earns the $$$ category. However, I'm still a fan because a) I was eating by myself, ordered only an appetizer and a glass of wine and the service was flawless (also I came in at 2 pm, and they closer at 2:30, but no one said a word about the time) and b) the tasty raddichio and apple salad (I think – it's no longer on the menu) plus the delicious spent grain bread and cured butter served compris, made for a light and filling meal (since I had a giant indulgent feast planner for later on, natch). Served with a crisp glass of Sauvignon Blanc, it was a great way to treat yo' self.
Would I come back if it wasn't a special occasion or someone else wasn't picking up the tab? Probably not, only because if I'm going to eat healthy, vegetable-forward dishes I can honestly make those myself – I'd rather splurge with a more indulgent meal. But, I can really see how this restaurant could be around for a long time given the trends with new healthy, lighter eating.
Quaint restaurant nestled away in the unassuming hotel in the Tribeca area. My friend and I decided to explore the hotel after our meal and found a hidden bar area that looked like it was straight out of someone's living room. Fireplace and all! Definitely a nice place to grab a drink/hang out before or after dinner.
Now, on to the FOOD! Their menu changes seasonally so this review is for their SPRING menu.
What we ordered:
Asparagus special – small portion. Presentation and taste were excellent. Asparagus nice and crispy, with this decadent mayo/egg sauce great for dipping if you have some extra bread left over.
Scallops – also small portion. Came out on a bed of fresh greens and a similar sauce as the asparagus. Absolutely delicious!
Duck Ragu – more of a generous portion. GET THIS! Pasta al dente, duck cooked oh so well and packed with flavor. Can't wait to come back to get this again.
Cinnamon Toast Crunch Ice cream – can't remember the actual name of the desert but this is basically what it tasted like. What makes this desert stand out are the crunchy add-ons.
Had a hard time making a reservation here so we decided to walk -in which was incredibly easy. This would be the route to go if you are grabbing dinner on a weekday.