The District
“Prices were not terrible, this is the Upper East Side, and a free Mimosa is always great.”
“Comes with interesting aioli on the side and perfect crispy fries, skins on.”
“Lots of nice accents on the walls and quirky additions…cool ceilings and a stained glass window in the back.”
The District
Takes Reservations: Yes
Delivery: Yes
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Bike Parking: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Good for Groups: Yes
Happy Hour: Yes
Coat Check: Yes
Outdoor Seating: Yes
Has TV: Yes
Waiter Service: Yes
Caters: Yes
Price range.
$$ Price range $11-30
8 reviews
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I'm surprised by the lower ratings here. I would expect this place to average a solid 4 or 3.5 stars at least.
Walked in and was happy to see no wait for seating. Was given a wobbly table to sit at, so we asked to move to the empty table next to us. They were happy to move us. But then they sat someone else at the wobbly table. That person complained and was seated at a booth. A few minutes later, another person was seated at the wobbly table. They really should fix their tables.
The place has a good selection of beers and drinks. Went with some beer that has a long name and it was OK. I'm not a huge alcohol fan so beer is beer to me, unless it's piss beer – then I'll complain about it. The chicken pesto salad was a good size and filled me up. I got the chips as a side and it was pretty good. The truffle fries that I ordered as a side were ok – probably not worth ordering as a side unless you just happen to really enjoy truffle fries.
Overall ambiance, food, and general value is good here. If you're the area, I can see this place becoming your go-to place.
A happy hour review.
Came in at about 6:15pm on a weekday, and the bar was already filled with patrons. We were offered a seat next to the door, and was told that we could get happy hour prices, even though we had to order with a waitress. $5 glasses of wine and well drinks, which is a solid deal, especially at a newer restaurant like this. Both wines were on point, so I was pleased.
Ordered a few apps and side dishes to share (hummus, sweet potato wedges, brussel sprouts, and a charcuterie plate). A note on the charcuterie plate: the meny only lists a cheese board, with the option of adding charcuterie to it for an additional $8. My friend and I were really only looking for the charcuterie, and our waitress said she would ask the chef if we could do that only. She came back and said we could (same sized portion, for the $8), but nice to know they would allow us to do that sort of substitution.
Everything came out warm, and fairly quickly, and the portions were great. Hummus came with a few too many black olives, but everything else was properly seasoned and tasted great.
Overall, a great place for happy hour in the UES.
Came here for dinner on Friday night – was not too crowded and we were seated right away. Service is a bit slow, but friendly enough. The atmosphere is nice – warm lighting, cozy nooks, and nice decor for a pub. The food is fine, but forgettable – I think everything needed salt. I will say they do pour very large glasses of wine!
This place is an upscale bar. The decor was very cool and it was a good happy hour spot after work. It is a bit pricey, but beautiful and attentive staff.
At first glance it's a nice looking place and one that is sorely needed up in this higher part of the UES/Yorkville area. It's an upscale looking joint but I feel they are still trying to figure out if they want to be a beer bar, cocktail bar, or gastropub. It's one of the best looking bars in the hood, and feels a bit shabby chic, eccentric, rustic and classy all rolled into one. That is why maybe I can't put my finger on the disconnect here.
It features a wonderful decor, outdoor seating, and looks like a great spot to have brunch which we have tried on a few occasions. As with others here I felt the service was spotty and it's almost as if they are either overwhelmed or just unattentive. Sad, because this place is very comfortable and has a lot of potential.
Kind of pricey here for the food quality which could be stepped up a bit, especially when charging this much for an area that is not really an upscale clientele hood. Underwhelming is a good word to describe a meal experience here. You won't hate it but you won't be wowed either as I was with my eggs benedict brunch and just ok bloody mary. I have had the burger here which is actually pretty good and pairs well with a Smithwick's or Ommegang Hennepin which they have on tap. Beer selection features around eight on tap and is pretty standard overall with some crafty choices.
Not really worthy of a destination spot to head to, but an ok choice if you're a local and close by for a drink or brunch.
I've tried brunch twice – once when they first opened and recently this past weekend. The first experience was pretty good – I was satisfied with the corned beef hash. However, my last meal could have been better.
The menu had a good variety of options for brunch. I decided to go with the eggs benedict with bacon, while my girlfriend tried the breakfast panini. The eggs were OK, but the bacon was charred. My girlfriend wasn't completely satisfied with her panini either. The service was good considering how busy the restaurant was during our meal, though they added an extra drink on our bill by accident. They promptly corrected the error once it was brought to their attention.
Overall, it's been a mediocre choice for brunch based on my experiences. I would like to come back here to try dinner or grab a drink, as the bar itself is very nice.
AMAZING pot pie! Try it! This place has a really nice vibe, very classy yet still laid-back. Great for smaller groups or a more intimate dinner. Went with a friend who got a papaya salad ("really good, I liked it a lot") and mashed potatoes ("super legit"). We went on a weeknight and didn't have any trouble getting a table.
I've been in twice in the last seven or eight months and still haven't made up my mind on whether this is a three or four star place but the food makes me lean toward a 4. So, there's that.
If it's busy and you get a table be prepared for quick, friendly, exceptional service. The food is varied and the wine and beer lists have great offerings. The aesthetic is awesome with Edison lights in the mirrored ceiling and plants growing from the drawers that make up the back wall. You can eat outside, inside or at the large bar.
The waitstaff knows the menu and is not afraid to help you make a decision – something that goes far with the crew I eat with on the UES who can never make up their minds.
Where it gets a little weird is that if it's not busy, service is lacking. Weird, right? It's like everyone who works here works really well under pressure. Things are forgotten or take forever and service is just generally clunky when there's no crowd. My UES crew eats here fairly regularly and says that's de riguer.
But if you can put up with asking for your drink two or three times (you can), the food makes it worth it. The veggie risotto is amazing, even for meat lovers, and the salmon burger is a fav. Food is fresh and beautifully prepared. My only gripe? The Boston lettuce in the Kathy's salad needs to be cut. Good lord, those huge leaves seriously detract from the experience.
The positives are many and outshine the negatives, though, making this a spot to add to your "to try" list.