One of my favorite brunch places, as long as you make a reservation. The food is amazing, but service can be very slow around peak hours. We were seated quickly, but it took almost 30 minutes to get sugar for my coffee. Aside from the service, the food is to die for!
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Jennifer C.
My girlfriends and I came here for brunch last week and it was pretty good. I had the lox omlette with cream cheese, and I thought it tasted pretty good. The banana bread was a little dry. I liked the ambiance and it reminded me of an all American special lunch place. You do have to pay a little more if you want to get cake from outside. Decor was pretty warm and inviting. I didn't think it was so bad, but then again I only had the breakfast menu. My friends had the crabmeat sandwich and said good things.
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Brian H.
The review here is for the less than 1 star of service and the overpriced food. Not the food itself which was decent so fairly giving them 2 stars. We had a large table of 20 for breakfast. The waiter should have told us that OJ was $7 a glass when we sat down! We spent 90 bucks on OJ alone. The food took over an hour to prepare and plate and they still messed up my son's order. My niece also didn't have her order placed. I guess 18 for 20 is okay by their standards. The wait staff barely came by to check on coffee refills and my sister ordered a drink that never came. The manager ended up comping my son and niece's meals but then the waiter overcharged us for the other 8 kids meals and billed them as adult menu prices - 2x the kid meal price! For the high prices, the service stunk. I rarely write reviews, but this one deserves a shout out for their deficiencies.
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Mary P.
As a preface, I came here only knowing the name Sarabeth's, and that it had some notoriety. I did not realize that this location was the worst of the bunch until I started reading Yelp reviews while trying to order my food. Let me just say that sitting in this restaurant made me feel like I was in the most commercial tourist trap ever. The restaurant is huuuuuuuuuuuge. The biggest restaurant I've seen in New York City without utilizing the space well. The decor looked like it belonged in a casino buffet. The service here is terrible. I arrived on time, but the hostesses were slow to get to me. Once they finally did, they were quick to point out that I was five minutes late to my reservation. Too bad I had been waiting here for five minutes before you even acknowledged me. I wasn't seated until ten minutes later. Staff was yelling at each other (not angrily, but more in a flustered fashion) to explain where each guest sits. They really didn't have it together. My waitress was very kind and polite. I ordered the salmon benedict, while my girlfriend got the goldie lox. Both were alright. Mine was topped with some peppers, and it tasted straight out of a diner (of which I could get at a much cheaper price). My girlfriend also got some sort of adult's hot chocolate, which barely had any liquor in it, but was pretty tasty. On top of all this mediocre food, the price tag was outlandish. This restaurant by far holds the worst price to satisfaction ratio I've ever had. Maybe the other locations are better, but I will most likely be never visiting this chain ever again.
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Cathy K.
Very disappointing. The food was extremely overpriced and not very good. Service was slow and they were not very busy during the time we were there. The French toast was under cooked and the hot chocolate was cold. A simple 2 egg breakfast can only be ordered a la carte and will cost over $32. Not worth the hype.
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Jennifer F.
I'm puzzled by all of the bad reviews; I actually liked this place. Although I have only been here once (for lunch with colleagues on a tuesday), all 3 of us enjoyed the food (I had the margherita pizza & they had the salad & scallops from the pre-fixe menu). It is a bit overpriced though but it's a really nice space - open and airy & our service was good. No complaints here.
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Desi M.
I can't believe they only have two and a half stars!! Thank goodness I don't rely too heavily on yelp reviews, my experiences were far greater than the prior guests. The restaurant is huge! Great atmosphere for business brunches/meetings and any kind of gatherings. The staff is very formal but not in a way that made me uncomfortable to be in my jeans. On my first visit, Ashley was my server. She was extremely polite and personable. She wasn't over the too friendly but I could sense she was genuine and actually cared about me enjoying my food. I'm not sure of my second server's name but he was just as accommodating. I am in love with their chicken apple sausage! In my opinion, it's hard finding really good chicken apple sausage but this place take the cake for best restaurant with it. And I tried the French toast which was remarkable!! My second visit I had lox and scrambled eggs, tryna be healthy lol and my eggs were cooked perfectly and the efficiency of the food was very impressive. I would definitely encourage all to try this place for yourself, I will definitely be returning!!
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Stephen F.
WARNING: This is a $$$ place with terrible service and mediocre food. I am usually a very patient customer, and to prove it I still have 20% despite my inexcusable service. I had to get up to pour myself water, ask for a waitress twice and pay my bill. My waitress never asked if everything was OK during our meal and our food came out luke warm. While the food was alright, the service was a non starter. Do not go. There are a million brunch places in NYC, why choose one with zero charm, unexciting food options, and poor service. Oh yeah, my pumpkin muffin was actually just a name for the pumpkin flavored rock they served.
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Katarina M.
Went for brunch it was just completely underwhelming. Had a mini blueberry muffin and a scone (large group event), the morning crunch granola was pretty good although nothing to write home about. And my grilled chicken Caesar salad was absolutely pathetic. Not a generous serving of greens topped w chicken that was both bland and dry. Boo. Had a bite of the salmon Benedict and it was tasty but wouldn't come back for it.
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Liz L.
The Park Avenue Sarabeth's is pretty and spacious. The food is good and the pastries at brunch are divine. That said, I believe it's ridiculously overpriced. Standard dishes for brunch are about $25 even before drinks. Also, there is often a long wait even with a reservation. In short, it's not a terrible brunch option, but it's definitely not worth the time and cost.
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Joe Joe B.
Solid breakfast fare. Goldie lox is great. Eggs cooked well. The breads and jam are all solid. Get a scone. It is a little pricey but the place is spacious and it's good for families. Biggest flaw is wait staff. They are slow and a bit rude. Fix that!
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Natalie S.
I ordered the adult grilled cheese sandwich on pretzel bread which came with tomato soup. We also had desserts, we ordered two but the portion sizes were huge so we really could have gotten away with only ordering one dessert, the 3 ice cream sandwiches. I'll def stop in when I'm in that area. I don't know why there are so many negative reviews on here, we had a great time. I've also been to their location in Tribeca and had nothing to complain about.
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Steve B.
Sarabeth's is a solidly classy, roomy, comfortable spot for brunch. I've been to their cafe inside Lord and Taylor too. Like another reviewer mentioned, i was surprised by how dense the lemon ricotta pancakes were as well. I tried a bite from my sister-in-law's order and the consistency was like an undercooked buttermilk pancake- really really doughy! I ordered the Chorizo and Sweet Pepper Frittata and it was pretty good! I found it to be a light but satisfying egg dish. Rather than being a slice from a big frittata you get a mini round frittata for yourself which is kind of cool. The chorizo was cut up really finely so it was more like a seasoning in the frittata than a huge ingredient but I kind of liked that. There was this really good red sauce around the frittata but I wish there was more of it! I got the sourdough toast with it and loved it. As other reviewers have pointed out the coffee here is excellent; I wonder what they're brewing? Finally, as I was here with family celebrating my mom's birthday, she ordered the ice cream sandwich sampler for the table to split. The servers did a great job singing her happy birthday and making the dessert service fun. The ice cream sandwiches however were hit and miss. The chocolate chip cook vanilla one was delicious, the chocolate butterscotch cookie one was good, but the last one, which I think was supposed to be mint ice cream and a chocolate cookie, was overfrozen and a little tasteless. Overall though I think I'd go back and give it another try. There's some tasty stuff on the menu and the service is really good and I love the layout of everything.
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Kelly G.
Awful service and ridiculously high prices. The first interaction we had with our waitress was (after we'd been waiting a while for someone to come over) was "Are you gonna go ahead and order breakfast?" Umm, yeah, obviously we are. The prices are also a complete rip off - we paid $8.50 for a side of chicken apple sausage, which turned out to be two small pieces of sausage. Seriously? Two stars because of the muffins and the jam (otherwise I'd go with 1 star).
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Tina S.
No celebs here... if you're looking for celebs, head out to the Central Park location - but the food is still good. I went here for brunch, without a reservation, got a table in 15 minutes. Not bad. Def not an unlim. mimosa spot... but a good people watching spot. I ordered the smoked salmon eggs Benedict. Nothing special. Service is good. Very professional. Something you'd expect at a Hillstone.
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Sushilover L.
This place is PHENOMENAL!! They have the BEST brunch in all of Manhattan! My friends and I always come here. There's also a ton of seating so you never have to wait too long, if at all. Their french toast is beyond amazing!!!!!!! mmmmm!!!! I highly recommend this location.
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Christina G.
We came here around 11am on Sunday. Seriously, don't eat here. I would rather sit at home with a box of cereal on my couch than come back to this madhouse. There are so many better options in the area. My friend who lives in the neighborhood had been wanting to try this place and said she would never come back. Here is the low down: Food- Not a fan. I ordered the spinach and goat cheese omelet. The omelet was fine but I am not happy with the choice of sides. To go along with their omelets, they give you the choice of a few different muffins, a croissant, engligh muffin, or toast. I ordered a pumpkin muffin which was terrible. The muffin was dry and had sunflower seeds on top and raisins inside. And no I am not mistaking this for pumpkin seeds- I really mean that the pumpkin muffin had sunflower seeds on top which is weird! And my spinach and goat cheese omelet and pumpkin muffin came with a jelly which had a berry flavor (what type of berry I couldn't tell). Is the jelly for my muffin or omelette?! I had no clue what to do with the jelly. The muffin already had way to much going on that I certainly didn't need to add berry jelly to a dry pumpkin muffin with raisins and sunflower seeds. I tried the croissant and English muffin that came with my friends' orders and they were nothing special. They also had mystery jellies that we couldn't tell what the flavor was but came to the conclusion the jelly had to be either apple or peach. I was still hungry after eating my omelette and taking the dry pieces and raisins off my muffin. The omelets don't come with any potatoes. Luckily my friend ordered a side of home fries which were an additional cost. The home fries were decent and were chunks or potatoes with some chopped peppers. I just wish there were more of them. I heard this place is known for their baked goods which is surprising because I have tasted better baked goods from my 12 year old sister's Easy Bake oven. Price- I know Manhattan is more expensive but I still think this is pricey for what you get at $16 for an omelet without any potatoes. Bloody Mary's are $14 and we walked by a different restaurant on the way that had $18 bottomless Bloody Mary's. Service- They filled our water constantly and were also good with coffee refills but it took a bit to get our check and for the waitress to come back for our credit card to pay. Ambiance- This restaurant is big with too many tables. I don't understand the decor and think they are going for a classier or trendier version of a diner. I would be happier at a diner where I am not cramped and get a nice portion of potatoes with my omelette. We were placed in a table in the back in an awkward spot. The servers seemed like they didn't have enough room to get around us and we were very close to other tables. Then towards the end of our meal, they seated a large party behind my friend. They put in an extra table and two chairs; two people in the other table were literally sitting at the corners of the table and practically touching my friend. It was so uncomfortable and we couldn't wait to get out of there. When we left around noon, there was a bunch of people waiting for seats and I almost felt compelled to tell them to go to a place down the street.
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M M.
We made a reservation for 2 at 12:45 on a Saturday - we arrived at 12:42 and they said, it's not time yet, wait 3 mins. We waited and waited and finally said something when we were not seated at 12:55. Then she said give us another 2-3 mins. We waited another 10 mins. By the end, we waited more than 1/2 hour for the table. They asked "oh, we have a table outside if you want to be seated immediately". I said "no, we prefer a table inside" and somehow they miraculously had a table for us. We use to love Sarabeth's and would trek to the UWS for their Red Omlette, we didn't mind the wait because they almost always gave perfect time estimates. But with the menu change and not honoring their time commitments. it's just not worth it anymore
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Jenny M.
Totally not like the Upper west location. Decor is like any chain, loud jazz upbeat music. Lots of staff, I finished and no one came to take my plate away. Besides some women who comes around (a smile could be a nice touch) unenthusiastic time asks how are things. Reminds me of a suburb dinner experience, where you have no expectations of service. The food wasn't as enjoyable as my last memories. Scone was cold and not buttery like I remembered
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Robert C.
Bad service. Bad atmosphere. Bad food. One of the worst Brunch experiences in NYC; and after all the hype too. LAME.
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Jake W.
Quick review to complain about sub-par service. Went here early morning for brunch. There was only one other table there when we arrived, and no more than five tables when we left. The service was actually solid up until the end. Our plates had been cleared and our server asked if we wanted coffee or dessert; we all declined. We sat around chatting for a few minutes. My dad went downstairs to the bathroom, told us we "had to see" this bathroom, so two more of us went down to check it out. At this point about 15 minutes passed (no, I'm not exaggerating) and we still hadn't received our bill. I stood up out of our booth to see four or five servers just talking in the corner. No, it wasn't a meeting. No, I don't know what they were talking about. I worked at a little restaurant in rural Pennsylvania, and the #1 rule was you always pay attention to your tables, and never get together to talk with other servers, especially in an area where you can't see your table. I had to walk to the corner to ask our server for our bill. None of this would have bothered me TOO much, but she gave me a really snide look as though I was bothering her. When she came back with the bill, there was no apology and she didn't even look at me. Knowing that the bill was well over $100 with at least a $20 tip coming, with few other customers in the restaurant, you'd think she would have been much more attentive and polite. This bothers me to no end. Whoever manages this place really needs to get this sorted out, as I don't appear to be the only one complaining about service. Oh, the food was decent. The eggs benedict was definitely not worth $18, and everyone else at the table enjoyed their meal, but said it wasn't worth the price. I would not recommend this place. There are too many other good options in this city for a place to provide poor service and overpriced food.
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Marissa P.
So went here this weekend for a late brunch on Saturday (3pm), after the rush. We didn't' wait to get seated which was great but once we sat...another story. We waited at least 15 minutes until waiving down a waitress to ask about who would be our server for brunch. She was super sweet and apologized and offered to take our drink order. We ordered two bloody Mary's, some sodas and water. Then the manager came over, he chatted us up apologized asked if we wanted to order drinks- we told him we did order drinks - listed our drinks. He said, ohhh do you ladies want an extra shot in that Bloody Mary - and we were like sure!! Thinking it was complimentary after having to wait so long and him telling us how important it is to give "buyback" drinks when someone orders at least 4 shot. Then our real waiter came, he was fine - but we had him and the other girl serving us at the same time. Then shift change and a 3rd waiter was assigned to our table - again fine. Food was okay - but I found a weird hair in my butter...yup. Then, check came - and we were charged for that extra shot - that we never originally ordered!! At that point we were too over the place to even bring anything up...I just know we won't be visiting again.
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Bilal D.
IHOPE quality for top dollar. Never again. Waiter followed us to the streets demanding higher tip!!
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Brigette S.
Food is below average and overpriced. Management IS NOT friendly, does not care about customer service ( YES YOU CHRIS " GENERAL MANAGER " ) general A$$. Save your money and go elsewhere.
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Adam C.
Only reason why this place gets one star is for the muffins. Everything else is just not good and WAY overpriced. $8 for an orange juice! Come on son.
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Ian C.
I am at the stage now where I need to find kid friendly brunch places and this is one of them. It took the space of an old steak house, its pretty big. The food is all good, nothing crazy amazing but all done well. We had the lobster mac and cheese, crab guacamole (they dont skimp on the crab), and lemon pancakes. The sausage sides were great. I didnt particularly love the Kale ceaser but my wife's frittata was well cooked. All in all a good meal, and great for kiddies.
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Lucy C.
Really enjoyed my brunch here today. Service was friendly and truthful, decor was simple and trendy, ambiance was bright and comfortable. lots of seating here so I expect you wouldn't have to wait much. Great menu! Couldn't decide what to get 'cause my boyfriend and I wanted it all. I would recommend getting the four flower juice if you want a refreshing beverage to start. Just pure blended tropical fruits. Boyfriend ordered the farmer's omelette (leeks, ham, potato, guyere), which I thought was perfect, but he complained was a little bland. Tip: add some jam, it tastes great! Got it with a side of scone and jam. Scone alone was okay but with the butter and jam was soft and sweet--mmm. He also ordered a side of pork sausages and apricot jam. Sausages were cooked right (not recommended for those who like 'em smokey and over-done). Apricot jam added the most amazing flavor--sweet and zesty. I ordered the seared ahi tuna, which was encrusted with sesame. Wow the tune was so soft and fresh. The sesame didn't add much flavor but it did a nice texture. It came with a bok choy salad that I was afraid wouldn't be good, but the light dressing. along with the oranges, grapefruits, scallions, cilantros, and shiitake mushrooms really added a punch to it. Definitely a very different salad that I had never tried before and really enjoyed. The salad may look like a small portion but I guarantee you it is very filling. Overall the bill came out to $60, not including tip. So not a cheap brunch but I would definitely recommend coming here. Great for a nice romantic brunch on a nice day. Why not 5 stars then? Well the food really took way too long to come out and my seat was filthy. The busers must have completely forgotten to clean it. Felt like a playground of kids just emptied their sneakers on the bench I was going to sit my ass down on.
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Dan V.
Terrible service. My coffee went cold by the time the server brought the cream and a spoon. Extremely inattentive and yet the place wasn't even busy. Mediocre food and very overpriced. Would never go back.
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Ww H.
In short - Above avg NYC prices for highway diner food and service. Came here with wife, mother in law and my baby for a mother's day breakfast. The only thing this place has going for it is the decor. Spacious, clean and beautifully decorated. Service: - waitress was a no-show the entire time, never introduced herself, rushed us at every corner, lacked general sense of a waitress' purpose in driving business - had only one cup of coffee the entire time...never was asked for another - hostess...the brunette with a yellow sweater and black dress (mother's day breakfast time) was absolutely horrendous. Rude, short and gave me the lookdown (and I'm a dude!) after she literally pushed me out of the way to let other customers through! I was more than eager to let her through, but she didn't even smile or acknowledge me until the push/look. AGHhh. i nearly lost it after having already been overcharged for such bad food/service. Food: - I had the Goldie lox - lox omelette. Was fine, no complaints there. It came with a dry muffin - which is suspect since we were there at 8:30 am. - wife had the braised rib - was ok...way too much herbs in it made it difficult to eat. - in-law liked her omelette...not sure what she got Price: - the price is the kicker here. I was expecting better service, and higher quality food for paying $19 an omelette and $4 for a coffee. I never mind paying more for food...but this felt more like a highway-diner experience. So many other options. Stay away.
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Vishal C.
Had brunch here on Sunday; we had reservations for a group of 8 early afternoon. The place is huge- which for me is not a bad thing- we were seated fairly promptly and politely. It took some time for us to place and receive our food but from the amount of reservations and the fact its Brunch- completely understandable. I ordered the Salmon Eggs Benedict and the pickled Bloody Mary- both I was extremely happy with. The poached eggs were cooked and shaped to perfection (maybe they use a mold? Regardless they were fantastic! We had to order the Bloody Mary separately ($10-$12) as they did not have a brunch special but well worth it! I am dinging a star because we did not receive the syrup with our waffles and then took well over 20mins for it to come and for such a heavy traffic brunch location, I would expect a brunch special. Saying that- I look forward to trying their classic eggs benedict next time- and of course another pickled bloody mary!
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Calvin D.
The Lemon Ricotta Pancakes were a big disappointment. I had been hearing rave reviews about them for a long time and I went with my girlfriend and her mom for brunch last weekend. The pancakes were very dense and not fluffy at all. They weren't creamy because of the ricotta either. At first I thought they were undercooked, but it seemed like they were cooked all the way through, still confused about what happened there. We also ordered the Adult Grilled Cheese - three kinds of cheese served on a pretzel roll. This wasn't too bad - I alternated between dipping it in the tomato soup that came with it and spreading some of the mustard on the pretzel roll. It didn't quite make up for the Lemon Ricotta Pancakes, but at least I wasn't left hungry.
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Nicole D.
Very disappointed. Stopped in for New Year's Day brunch without a reservation & was told the wait was only 15 minutes... 40 minutes later after everyone else was seated (including those who came in after us w/out reservations) we were seated after asking for a 2nd time what the hold up was. Adding insult to injury, one of the hostesses had the nerve to say we had walked away ... nope, we were sitting right on the bench next to the hostess station the entire time. We felt ignored the entire time, I practically had to flag down the waiter w water. Our basket of muffins was cold and we had to ask for (and then wait) for butter/jelly and plates. Our drinks took forever and we didn't get our coffee at first bc our waitress "couldn't find mugs". After all of this we got our French toast and waffle .... meh. I have had much better food at less expensive places with MUCH better service. This place is not worth it and I will not ever be going back.
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Abigail G.
Great dining experience! Went here for brunch with my friend.. Fantastic service. The salmon eggs are essential. The mimosas were great and the service was excellent. Very trendy ambience. Favorite brunch place in NYC for sure!!
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Samantha S.
I love going to brunch at Sarabeth's. I've been to this location and the one at Central Park South. I prefer this location. The other one is good, however, it's just a bit too uptown "hoity toity" for me. This location has much more space and is more down to earth. I'm not going to lie, the dishes are fresh and good, but almost forgettable. So why am I giving Sarabeth's 4 stars? Again, the food is always fresh and well made. I love that my savory egg breakfasts always come with my choice of a scone. I always go for the pumpkin :-) The bloody mary's are worth a 5 star yelp category of their own. They are definitely in my top 3 list of bloody mary's in new york city. There's enough there for 2.5 people! A MUST for brunch at one point or another.
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Leslie T.
Our party of 12 had brunch here one day and everyone loved it. I highly recommend Sarabeth's.
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Linda Z.
Came here for an early lunch and got the Eggs Benedict. Eggs were perfectly poached, hollandaise was ok (albeit a little lacking in flavor), but the whole thing sat on bread that was clearly fresh, nicely thick, yet somehow less satisfying than the usual english muffin. It was good. I would have it again were I to find myself there. But I wouldn't go out of my way to repeat the meal.
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Amanda C.
I know that Sarabeth's is known for it's brunch but came here for dinner on Friday. The place was surprisingly empty but the overall decor was nice and the restaurant was spacious on the inside. The outdoor seating was great, and service was really fast/friendly. I had the tuna, and my friend had the salmon. Everything was well-done but nothing extraordinary. Would want to try it out for brunch next time.
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Jon Z.
Lots of growing pains for the latest Sarabeth's this Father's Day. Way understaffed so we rarely saw our waiter. This location also lacks the warmth of the other locations - very stodgy.
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K H.
We had a party of six at noon for brunch on a Friday. I wanted to try this location because of my positive experiences at the Upper East Side and Central Park South locations. The cozy and friendly atmosphere of those locations is NOT echoed here on Park Avenue South. The hostess was positively bizarre (to the point of distraction), rolling her eyes at customers while they were seated and making incredibly rude faces at whole tables. It was nearly comedic if it weren't actually a dining experience. Our wait staff was perfunctory and brusque. The food was predictably good but not exceptional. I would not return. The overall experience was not a cozy brunch along the lines of the Sarabeth's I have come to know and enjoy for so many years.
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Molly G.
Five of us went to Sarabeth's for lunch on a Saturday at 1pm. We had a reservation and were sat right away. The space is very large and bright, though it doesn't have much character and reminds me of a hotel restaurant. I had never been to a Sarabeth's before, and was interested to try it out, though I was a little hesitant since I knew it would be pricey. We each ordered one cocktail, and one entree, and the bill came out to $154.60, tip not included. After splitting the bill and paying my portion of the tip, I ended up paying about $37 for a meal I thought was mediocre at best. My "pineapple" mimosa, a special for the day ($12), did not taste any different than a regular mimosa. I ordered the garden omelette ($16), and for that price I was expecting it to taste much better than your standard diner egg dish, which it did not. I was disappointed - some of my eggs were runny, there were not many veggies and the cheese was not evenly spread throughout the omelette. It was a little on the cold side, and my toast was not at all warm. Another member of our table got fries with her burger, and these arrived cold as well. The staff was almost too attentive, stopping by every few minutes to clear plates or refill waters, and it gave the entire meal a rushed atmosphere. Overall, I would not come here again. It was overpriced and not a good value, and there are much better options in this neighborhood.
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Sara O.
The host is so snobby. And the serves wasn't so great ether. The food is okay... It's not bad or great. It's eatable. I think the price is too much for the food tho.
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Donna T.
I made a reservation for brunch to celebrate my daughters birthday during our trip to NY. We arrived on time but we still had to wait for our table, even though there were plenty of open tables. They sat us in the very back of the restaurant, near the bathroom corridor and an uncomfortable draft. The food was ok, nothing special. The service was horrid. We had to ask three times for a second cup of coffee, which finally arrived after we had finished eating.
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Lauren W.
Have been here a few times for brunch over the last few months. PROS - The muffins and homemade jams are excellent - Nice, open layout and decor - Good for larger groups and space for strollers CONS - Mediocre Food - Extremely overpriced (would be justified if the food were exceptional) - Poor, unfriendly service The cons are basically the 3 most important qualities I would assume most people look for in a quality restaurant. Would recommend their other locations, but this one just falls short.
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Paul A.
I had the pancakes and French toast both were very good but for the prices I think I was just expecting more. Service was very good I sat right at the bar. overall I would say it was a 3.5 star experience and if I was in the area I would probably try it again.
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Joey X.
I really want to like Sarabeth's, since it's one of my friend's favorite brunch spots. Maybe the Sarabeth's at other locations are better--but this one was definitely no competition to Penelope's a block away at all. My boyfriend and I went to Sarabeth's on a holiday morning at 9am, and most of the restaurant was empty so we were comfortably seated in a quiet corner. We ordered the muffin basket with preserves ($12), the granola/fruit/yogurt, and jalapeno eggs. Overall, the muffin basket was good (the pumpkin and banana are the best), the granola/yogurt was completely not memorable (nowhere near as good as the comparable dish at Petit Abeille) and the jalapeno eggs were too cheesy. Also it didn't come with potatoes/greens on the side, but instead with a croissant--it wasn't as enjoyable. Is Sarabeths trying to save on ingredients or something? We felt slightly rushed here as well, which was shocking given that the restaurant was mostly empty. We didn't experience any issues with service (Ashley was super friendly) but overall I wish we'd been left alone a little more to just enjoy our meal and relax. Sarabeths is not a bad brunch spot by any means. It's just a far cry from Penelope's.
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Sarah W.
I know this location is new but it needs some serious work. Why does there need to be 6 staff members huddled around the desk as you walk in? Having all these people stare at you when you walk in is uncomfortable and even worse as you wait to be seated you will hear the staff snickering about patrons! If you plan on going early to get a table and your entire party is not present, you can forget about being seated. They want to make sure that your entire party is present before being seated! We had a party of 4 and three of us were already there - no luck getting a table! We told the hostess, who by the way needs some more customer service training, that our third guest will be there in 10 min and we wanted to start having our drinks - no luck. Can you believe that a restaurant is dumb enough to refuse a party that is wanting to order alcoholic drinks?? We all know thats where they make the most money! Anyways, I wouldnt recommend this location just due to very poor customer service at the front desk.. However, the servers were wonderful. By the way, there is no need to have 6 people at the front when not a single one of them say hello, and worse - talk behind patrons backs!
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Samuel C.
DAY/TIME OF DAY: Sunday @ 11:00am WAIT TIME: None, despite not having a reservation; however, there was a 20 minute wait when we finished at noon FOOD ORDERED: Lemon ricotta pancakes for the wife and short rib hash for myself plus a diet coke. FOOD QUALITY: Average at best. Having had breakfast at Clinton St Baking Company the prior two days, it was easy to tell that this wasn't on the same level for either dish. SERVICE: Excellent and attentive without being overbearing PRICE: $50 including tax and tip MISCELLANEOUS: Since we didn't have reservations, we got seated at a small round table which was barely enough room for our two dishes. Try to avoid sitting at these tables by the bar area if at all possible.
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Eric D.
Revising my initial review of a 2 to a 1 after comparing a few more brunches elsewhere. The quality for the price is simply outrageous. An eggs Benedict, for instance, cost $19 and it was, at best, average. Service wasn't great either when we thought about it more. My gf's latte was lukewarm, and after asking twice, it still came out lukewarm; horrible service.
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Buo Z.
I came here for brunch expecting really good food and really good service. The cute names given for each dish set me up for a world of disappointment. We waited about 20 minutes before our waiter finally came to the table - this was super annoying as I noticed he might have only had two other tables in the same area. I ordered the four flowers juice to start ($7) and received a semi-decent juice that was literally less than half a small wine cup of juice. I drank it in two gulps. I was definitely not pleased. The juices here are such a rip-off. After telling the waiter about how little juice there was for each order, he proceeded to pressure me into buying more of this overpriced juice or other drinks that were clearly a rip off. It was just awfully annoying. Service was the worst out of everything. Food-wise, we started off with the crab guacamole served with chips. The chips were gross - I would have preferred crackers or something less oily or more durable to scoop up the crab and guacamole. The chips kept breaking and it was so hard to scoop up the guac. The crab was quite delicious since it was pretty fresh and blended well with the guac. Next we got the papa bear "porridge" which was just plain oatmeal with a few pieces of strawberry and a small banana chopped up. This is not porridge in the least. We waited about 5 minutes before someone finally came over to our table so that we could get some honey. No one ever bothered asking how our food was. I had to put in lots of honey to make this "porridge" taste semi-decent. McDonald's has better oatmeal than this and that is only a few bucks. We also ordered the Popeye Eggs which was OK - nothing great. This might be the worst brunch spot I've ever been to. Bring back Prime House please.
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Li J.
I liked the food well enough. I had the adult grilled cheese. Nice sandwich and nice fries. What more can you want? Easy location. Service was terrible. My friend didn't like her chicken pot pie very much - said it was better at other locations. Either way, I have been introduced to the Sarabeth chain and will likely continue visiting - it's reliably decent food.
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Carrey W.
This is a great, comfortable place to have brunch in Manhattan. The food is good, the service was great, the wait was not too long. The only problem is that this place is pricey. If only the price goes down a little bit, this would be one of my favorite spots to eat. Oh well.
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Sonia S.
The food was delicious but the service was horrible. Waiter brought one mimosa and forgot the other one for myself and took forever to bring it. I asked for extra strawberries and syrup to pour on my french toast and they took forever to bring it that i had to stop eating my meal.
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Bjorn P.
Huge space, comfortable and bustling. Made reservations the day before. Very good coffee, omelette (jalapeño cheddar) and buttermilk pancakes. Friends had the goat cheese spinach and vegetable omlettes. There were a lot of eggs - but both the omlettes and the pancakes were fluffy. The service was friendly but forgetful. For such a large space they only had two bathrooms. The muffins were ok. Croissants ok.
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Jacqueline T.
Sarabeth's has opened a huge, well-appointed outpost here in my 'hood and I must say it's a very welcome addition. I've been there three times now - for lunch, brunch and dinner - and it's been a delightful experience each time. the food, while not wildly inventive or overly spectacular, was very good, not insanely overpriced (a miracle considering how much rent the cavernous space must cost!) and unlike other Yelpers who felt the service was sub-par, we had attentive, friendly servers willing to go the extra mile for customers. their four-cheese grilled cheese on pretzel bread was a hit, although I'd personally say skip the sandwich and order the absolutely delicious accompanying bowl of Velvety Tomato Soup on its own. other standouts include a yummy Chicken Pot Pie, a tasty Scrambled Eggs Popover (although I found the popover itself to be rather tasteless) and a damn fine Lobster Roll. I also recommend a glass of their wonderfully refreshing White Sangria! as for dessert - and YES, you must leave room for it - the Cherry Crumb Pie was a good balance of sweet and tart, but I'd skip it all and go DIRECTLY to the outrageous "Flight of Ice Cream Sandwiches". they were OUT OF THIS WORLD and big enough to cut in half so everyone gets a good taste of each! and by all means, take home some of her fabulous cookies! I'm not sure if they take reservations, but brunch gets pretty crowded, so plan ahead for a possible wait if they don't. it is very family friendly (great place for Mom's birthday or Mother's Day!) and wheelchair accessible, but beware, it's a curiously tight squeeze through a bizarre, narrow opening to the dining area in my motorized chair. other than that, I highly recommend it!
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Srish A.
Came here for dinner and it was pretty deserted, which felt weird since it's such a large place. My tomato soup was good - creamy and flavourful. The mac and cheese was alright, a little too rich, and we couldn't eat it all even though we split it between two people. Overall an OK experience but nothing special, especially for the price.
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Jenn Y.
I decided to go to this Sarabeth despite the Yelp reviews. However, most of these reviews are pretty accurate. Don't expect to be greeted normally like other restaurants. Instead, you will have about 3-4 "greeters" stare at you. No smile, nothing. Don't get me wrong, the food was excellent and as good as the other Sarabeth I went to. However, the service at this location is downright horrible. Our server was excellent (a bit rushed because this location is busy). The horrible service comes from the so-called "greeters" who apparently aren't allowed to get me a knife because they aren't "servers". I don't know what is so hard about getting a customer a knife so that they can eat their food. Yes, this location is more modern and is larger inside but I'd honestly rather go to a smaller Sarabeth where the service is better and where I am treated like a customer.
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Laurie C.
Went for drink and late-ish supper. Zzzzzz.
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Fred J.
Went in to buy jam. That's all, just jam. The service, or lack there of, was ridiculous. Took 20 minutes to get change.
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Suzy Q.
So we finish choosing a wedding gown for my daughter and decide to try this place. There are 6 of us happy but hungry. What did I like about my experience? The food was very generous and plated well. That's it! The coffee came late and cold. Soup came late and cold. Muffins arrived with no jam n jelly (even after 3 requests) couldn't get any ketchup for our eggs. No refills on the coffee. 2 requests for sugar got us that. We were handed our bill over a table overloaded with dirty dishes. I had to sign it on my lap under the table. This happened last Friday, so if anyone in charge there cares they can correct this bad behavior for future customers. Ps.. The meal cost me $240.00. As I was walking out the waitress (empty handed) asks me if I'd like change. I paid with plastic.
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Michelle H.
Review for brunch. Tip: come early otherwise you will need to wait. Hubby and I wanted to check out the new spot, given the limited brunch options in the neighborhood. Of course I had the french toast ($16), but decided to try the almond one instead of the plain. Definitely the right bread, but the batter it was soaked/dipped in, lacked in flavor. Even though the almonds added a nice crunch and some flavor, there was something still missing. All in all though, this dish was average, but I would come back every now and then as there aren't many places that make french toast well. As for the hubby, he had the classic eggs benedict. He said it was pretty good, but not sure if it was worth the $18. Parts of the english muffin was too hard to cut, let alone chew. We also ordered the home fries ($7), which were good. Our server was attentive and the space is nice. Great for groups and for a calm, relaxed brunch. Good addition to the neighborhood and will be back, but I wouldn't go out of my way to come here.
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D O.
They took over the old Park Ave Country Club aka Prime House space. The room and bar still look as they did with Prime House - all in all, nice. Went here for brunch....The bloodies are no good. Where's the heat? Where's the booze? What's up w/ the slaw, other than getting stuck in my straw? And the baked goods....I thought the name sake was some sort of baking wonder. My 2cents. Skip it.
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Vincent Y.
$20 crab cake. The fries were great. Definitely 5/5 spicy, garlic kick. The crab cake tasted like ... university dining hall crab cake. Not much taste, sandwiched between lots of bread and honestly just wasn't good. The reviews are right--don't come unless you're willing to overpay for some nice lighting.
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G C.
I hate to give such a poor review for two reasons. #1 I ahve been to Sarabeth's CPS location a few years ago and had a very good experience and #2 it is a new addition to my neighborhood that I wanted to like. But they earned this rating based on a horrible experience. We came on Sunday for my sister's birthday and were a party of five. I remember the decor from when it was Primehouse and they left it pretty much as is since it was a nice large room. Our party of 5 ordered- 2 french toasts- apple cinnamon and almond crusted, scrambled egg popover, duck pastrami sandwich, and lobster roll. I got the four flowers jucie which is delicious, but they gave it to me in a wine glass and filled it 1/3 of the way. Really? If you're going to charge $8 for juice give me a full glass. They are obviously trying to get you to drink up and ask for refills. Long story short, that was the least of our problems. We waited nearly an hour for our food to come. An hour for a couple of breakfast dishes that take about 5 minutes, a COLD lobster roll that just needs to be thrown on a bun. And in between we saw our waitress a few times and not once did she mention anything about the food coming out, nor did she issue an apology for the wait. When the food finally came out, they only brought 3 of our plates out while me and my sister's bf had to wait another 10 mins. We just told everyone to start eating because they had already waited so long and were starved. When they came back with the remaining two plates, they wound up giving me an egg dish which was wrong since I ordered the apple cinnamon french toast. When I told the server it was wrong he gave me the "deer in the headlights" blank stare. After whisking it away, I was now nearly an hr and a half into the meal and hadn't eaten a thing. My mother stopped eating her meal halfway and started offering me bites. 15 mins later, they come back and again ITS THE WRONG DISH! This time just the regular french toast not the apple cinnamon I wanted. I mean really? This is glorified diner fare not complicated dishes involving molecular gastronomy. It was a simple order and there is no excuse for messing this up twice. At this point, the manager finally came over because I'm sure someone alerted him of their mistakes and how frustrated we were. He apologized profusely, saying the server was new and this and that, but we were all pissed off. I have a hard time believing it was just our server's fault. Seems like the kitchen is very confused. It was supposed to be an enjoyable birthday brunch for my sister but it wound up turning into a disastrous embarassment. The last thing we wanted to do was complain and cause a scene, especially with her bf present but we had no choice. When the correct order finally made the table, it honestly wasn't special. The french toast had a dollop of apple compote and a few raisins and bananas scattered on top. Not a huge portion either. I inhaled it since I was famished in about 2 minutes flat and didn't even enjoy it. My whole family had already finished their meal by then. On a side note, I could tell they were thrilled with their meals either but didn't want to add fuel to the fire. I felt terrible for my sister, as she picked out Sarabeth's and was excited about having a celebratory birthday brunch to be enjoyed with her family and boyfriend. Obviously, they comped my meal and offered a round of free drinks (which they managed to also mess up) but by then the damage was done. I know they are new but after 2 months there is no excuse for such terrible service snafus and miscues from the kitchen. Especially when Sarabeth's has 10 locations and should have this place running like a well-oiled operation. Sad to say but we will not be back. We have had better meals at IHOP for 1/5 the price.
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John F.
The food was fine. The service was fine. The atmosphere was fine. But what bugged me the most about Sarabeth's is that, while dining here with my husband and our 1 year old son, we were unable to find a place to change his diaper after discovering that neither the men's restroom nor the two handicapped accessible restrooms had a changing station installed. On a hunch, I asked a female friend to check in the women's restroom for a changing station. Sure enough, there it was. Undeterred, my husband and I knocked, then entered the women's restroom and changed our son with one standing sentry to alert any potentially offended female guests. It's a sad state of affairs for gender equality and for men raising children (either with another man or alone) that an establishment thinks that having a changing station in the women's restroom is sufficient.!If you like your steak frites with a side of gender inequality, eat here. If not, I suggest dining elsewhere.
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Angela P.
I came here with my family for Mother's Day. The place itself is really cute. The server was really nice too. I thought it was kind of awkward that there are workers standing next to the host stand doing nothing. What are they doing there? The food was just blah to me. I ordered the Salmon Eggs Benedict, and it was not filling at all. It came out almost cold too. By the end of the meal, I was still hungry. I would probably not come here again.
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Brittany C.
Very efficient staff and only a 20 minute wait on a busy Sunday for brunch. Mimosa and Bloody Mary was excellent. The food was extraordinary. Probably a little pricey to most, but it is NYC. It is definitely worth the money. Will recommend this place to anyone and can't wait to go back.
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Tom W.
The tables here are so close together that I had to listen to the annoying girl next to me talk about how she's attending seminars on dating and how good guys are so hard to find. The food was prompt and of decent quality. The worst thing about this place is the price - its a glorified diner but 3x as expensive. $7 for an Orange Juice is absolute theft!
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Andrea T.
So Stressful.... We went for DINNER...our first time there, my sister lives on Park Ave South ., ....we had a 645pm reservation at the high tables in the bar with our parents for Pre-Easter dinner...not crowded in the bar at all ....Nobody at the bar all night, in fact...From the reviews it looks like this is really a BRUNCH PLACE..and dinner could be out of their wheelhouse at this stage of evolution....i am so bummed out because the pic's of dinners at the other locations look amazing...Our waiter albeit sweet kid, informed us immeadiatly that he was a "morning guy" and he had not one clue about even one thing on the menu..nothing at all...I am beyond pissed that they gave us a brunch only waiter on a Saturday Night....he knew nothing and when asked said he would find out and never did...I had to google my questions at the table..Two of us got the the Sarah lemonade drinks, mine was brown, hers was yellowish...I asked him why different colors, he said, must have been two different people making the drinks. Are you kidding ? it was one of the signature drinks named after the owner Sarah with her homeade lemonade.......he didnt even know which color was the one it should be..We brought a bottle Petite Verdot with us that needed to breath (it was obviously red)....We had to instruct him to open it as he was not offering and definitely didnt understand the concept of red breathing before the entree is served...App's were bar snacks...Chick Pea Fries were pretty good and some way overfried crab beignets.....after waiting for what seemed forever all our food started coming at once..Everyone's salad and entree was trying to come to our small table simoultaneously.....Somehow this brunch waiter kid thought we wanted everything , which entailed three salads and five full entrees, at our table ALL AT THE SAME TIME....WHAT THE HECK..who eats like that?... Oh Ya, brunch is served that way.....They took the entrees away and gave us just the salads...now I am terrified because where did five full priced entrees go? I doubt very much if they ate the costs of Pork Tenderloin, Scallops, Sirloin, & Striped Bass...My parents were here from Boston and this was supposed to be a great nite at a sort of trendy neighborhood place near my sisters place and they had been wanting to try it for a month....After feeling rushed through our salads, the entrees start to return with a new waiter George, that seemed to know what he was doing ..All entrees exept two and despite having a computer two feet away, our new waiter didnt know what dishes were missing. One of the delayed entrees shows up and now everyone has their entree except me and they say it will come soon..a little too soon....2-3 minutes later extremely underseared , cool to the touch, scallops show up..At this point I am convinced that there is not a trained sous chef at this location....and where is the Head Chef on a saturday night, allowing these sadly seared scallops to go to the table? Is he at home getting rested up for the real mealtime here.....Brunch ? We send them back to be cooked more, but now all is lost for me and I am so stressed and so hungry I said thank you anyway, very nicely...I excused myself, very quietly and they removed the scallops from the check, and then I went home to walk the dog never to return . My family had to muddle through the rest of the dinner and a new great waiter George finished because the brunch kid had left...My mother though they fired him but I think his Brunch shift was just probably well over, seeing as thought it was now almost 9pm.....This Park Ave South location is whatever ......convienent, if you live in the neighborhood and want BRUNCH OR A BURGER, or a pizza...or you if you are a very unsophisticated diner and want trendy ambience ..I wouldnt make a special trip here for a normal three course dinner and Brunch definitely looks like it is the real star here. Nightime dining and everything it entails, seems to be an afterthought ....They stayed and had dessert , which they said was good (Sarah, is afterall a Baker First anyway)....Basically,we tried to have dinner at a Brunch Place and it failed in every way. ..Our bad....All of us agreed diner was stressful from beginning to end for everyone at our table which is the last thing anyone needs at dinner on Saturday Night with their family.
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Alison K.
This location is quite large with reservations so it is easy to get a spot here on the weekends. However their pastry basket was unimpressive. Doughy scones, dry muffins, and the preserves were a bit sweet for my taste. The flavor of the pumpkin muffin was good though. The frittata was standard, nothing special.
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Jonathan B.
Food and decor is great but the service is poor. I have gone twice since it opened on Park -- once for brunch and we waited over an hour. There is limited space for waiting and only one bench to sit... from what I hear they are turning the widow area into a bakery so good luck finding a place to wait on Sunday Brunch. The second time was for dinner on a non-crowded workday evening. We were unimpressed with the speed of service and the restaurant was half empty. Sarabeth's needs to step up their game in this new space.
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Jennifer C.
We recently hosted my daughter's baptism brunch at Sarabeth's. I have had brunch there several times and have always been a big fan of the food. The feedback that I received from my guests is that the food was between OK and good. I will say that the portions were very nice and the service was excellent. The venue itself is also very, very nice. I am giving it three stars because I was not thrilled with the event coordinator Jillian. Throughout the process of planning the event, she was not always the easiest person to get in touch with. A few days before the brunch we spoke to finalize the menu etc. and she was not particularly friendly; actually she was pretty dry and it seemed like I was bothering her. On the day of the brunch, she was in and out of our private room overseeing the staff. Didn't bother to introduce herself to me or my husband-after about an hour I had to ask her if she was Jillian. When it came time to pay the bill, she overcharged me for the kids. She did correct the bill after we discussed the charges, but again, her delivery left a lot to be desired and was certainly not what I expected after spending a pretty penny on the brunch.
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Phillip W.
Really fun packed sunday brunch atmosphere. Very friendly and endearing server. Food was good but nothing out of this world. I had the crab cake which i'd give a 3.75 out of 5. I tried the lemon-ricotta pancakes which were nice as was the french toast. All very solid but nothing out of control good. that said, we had a really nice time and sat at an awesome circular booth table--one of my family's favorite seating arrangements (if one can have such a thing)! and this place has a bunch of these!
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Andrea C.
A good friend brought me here for my birthday this week. When she made the reservation she requested a booth because she wears a hearing aid and booths usually provide a quieter setting. Although we arrived on time for the reservation, her request wasn't honored. Not good. Both of us ordered from the $26 prix fixe menu. It included soup or salad and a choice of three or four entrees, but no dessert. That seemed a little high, even by NYC lunch standards, but it was a special occasion. Both of us ordered scallops as an entree. It included a modest-size serving of mashed potatoes topped by slivers of apple, all surrounded by some kind of sauce. Very, very tasty, but there were only three scallops, and each one was about the size of a man's thumb nail. Really? For $26? What a rip-off. Our server seemed distracted every time she came near our table and the noise level was high. There are so many other great options in NYC, we'll never go back here again. I gave the restaurant two stars only because the food--despite the meager portions--was tasty.
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K R.
The iced tea is $5.
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Leon E.
I don't get these negative reviews. I ate dinner here with my mother and everything was fine. The service was maybe a tad slow but not terrible. Everyone was very nice. The room felt very spacious unlike most restaurants in NYC where you feel as if people are sitting on top of you. And everything we ate ranged from competently prepared to delicious. I had a Rainbow Trout in a papillote that was very moist and fresh. My mother had a Farm Chicken that was also very moist and delicious with a tasty gravy that was just right--not overwhelming. The creme brulee was a real treat. A tad noisy but my mother could hear me fine, which isn't true in some restaurants such as Les Halles down the street. Nice crowd too. Everything made me want to come back. Lighten up folks.
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Eva L.
Bright and beautiful space! Perfect ambiance for a nice lunch. Staff are all incredibly friendly. I had the crab cake sandwich served with fries and a salad, and a raspberry bread pudding for dessert - all was delicious. Will be coming back to try brunch and dinner!
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Lori L.
I should have read the reviews before paying over $40 for my share of a mediocre brunch with horrible service. The food was fine but definitely not worth the price and the service was some of the worst I have ever had. With so many good places to have brunch in the city I will not be going back.
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Steven M.
Went for breakfast. Just didn't quite have its act together. Had to ask twice for coffee refill. After clearing table, didn't pick up that had no spoon to stir coffee after having another cup. If you just want eggs, bacon, toast (instead of the fancy concoctions on the menu) you have to order all as side dishes. More expensive than ordering main menu items. Doesn't make much sense.
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Vanessa S.
Very good pancakes. Waiter was kind of rude he didn't become nice to us until the bill was coming. I guess he wanted a good tip.
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Toni W.
Excellent restaurant. This location isn't as charming as the Central Park South location - more business-like. But the food is just as good. Wonderful breakfasts. Service good.
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Great W.
Had the prix-fix lunch. The strip steak bearnaise sauce tasted funny. But the cream of tomato soup was expertly cooked...yummy and satisfy. The pumpkin tart dessert was fair. Why the low rating? The waiter appeared to be annoyed that I wanted change from my bill. The lunch was approximately $65 and I left the suggested 18% tip of $11. I'm not sure of why the attitude.
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Steve G.
Nothing bad to say. It is not packed to the rim during happy hour, so you can actually fit in and be noticed by the bar tender. All of the food is good, alot of the dishes are not original, but they are good, so are fine. I've had the kale salad, cheese plate, fish of the day, sliders, prosciutto fig sandwiches, pizza, pumpkin pie....all was very good. Not much else to say. Some comments say this place is expensive, but when you compare it to most restaurants in the area, it really isn't. Yeah, some items are $1-$2 more than elsewhere, but the price difference isn't really something you notice. I like Sarabeths!
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D K.
I don't get this place. It's basically a diner with a fine dining facade. Prices are absurd for what you get and the food is nothing special. I had an omelette that was obviously pumped with egg filler. "Famous" pastries tasted processed. Staff were friendly but seemed rather confused. I wanted to keep a plate at my table and I was asked literally 4 times if I wanted my plate cleared. When there's that much confusion, you can't really blame the staff but their management. Long wait time, food was a disappointment. This place is packed with tourists as well. New york has plenty of other great small brunch places with amazing deals, this place just doesn't make sense.
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S S.
Despite the absurdly expensive cost for juice, this is a wonderful place for brunch. Waits on a weekend are somewhat minimal (20 minutes or so) and the food is always consistent. A little on the expensive side, but a nice place.
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Lala W.
Brunch food is ok. Great pumpkin muffins. Music selection at dinner was unappealing, so we left.
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Nisha S.
Went for a celebratory lunch with a group of about 10. Everything seemed to be going OK, until the orders started rolling out. Everyone's food slowly came out. My entree was no where to be seen. It took the scatterbrained waitress a few minutes to realize and then she asked me if I had ordered a garden omelette, I said no, I ordered the popover eggs. She said, I'm sorry I forgot to put the order in, I'll go put it in now. That was the first and last apology. Everyone was 3/4 through their meal when my food came out which I had to then scarf down so as not to delay the meal. Usually you are offered ketchup with eggs. Nope. I had to get up and find a busboy at the other side of the restaurant to get ketchup since there was no sign of anyone checking on us. He took his time in bringing it out. Then, when the busboy came to clear the dishes, he tried to take my dish without asking if I was done eating. The scatterbrained waitress, saw me still eating and came and placed the check next to me since she knew we were in a rush but she really should not have added insult to injury by placing it near me. Check included a nice 20% gratuity for the incompetent waitress and did not take off my meal or include anything to make up for their mistake. Second and last time (definitely, at this location). Sarabeth's food is ok but overpriced for what it is and crappy service. Go elsewhere!
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Anna B.
The ambience is great and the service was very good. The crab guacamole appetizer was very good but having potato chips instead of tortilla chips was a little strange, but still ok. But my lobster roll had a very strange flavor, almost chemical - pretty gross - and there were pieces of lobster shell in it. One piece was so big that if I didn't see it I definitely would have choked. I've never had big pieces of shell in a lobster roll before. I was with a colleague and a client or I would have sent it back.
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Kim B.
I came to Sarabeths on a snowy, windy day. It was quite miserable. I was meeting up with a friend, and it happened to be a convenient location for the both of us. Based on the reviews online, I was willing to give it a chance. We were seated right away, and actually, were some of the only ones in there. The decor/atmosphere is much fancier than I anticipated, with interesting colors, wide, spacious, bright, and funky floors and walls. I was impressed, and it added more class than I was expecting. When looking at the prices, I was astounded. For breakfast, everything was extremely over priced. I know it is NYC... but for brunch... it was literally outrageous. I am the type of person that typically orders Pancakes, french toast, or eggs. But here, i was not willing to waste my money on something so pricy. I went with the yogurt, fruit, and granola with a side of bacon. While my meal was good, it was average and didn't have a unique flare. Either the food needs to become better quality to match the prices, or the prices need to go down.
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Maggie C.
My experience at Sarabeth's unfortunately did not meet my expectations. The menu was very welcoming and fairly priced. My boyfriend and I were seated quickly outside which had a very nice atmosphere. We were sitting for about 20 minutes before a waiter came to take our drink order which at that time we had already decided on our meals. Our food came out quickly, yet we still had not received our drinks. The food was respectable. My boyfriend finished his whole meal, Lobster pasta. I ordered a Grilled Chicken BLT which to my surprise did not have bacon on it! I did not bother saying anything about this because I did not want to wait any longer to eat. After we finished our meals we waited another 20 minutes before receiving our check. We had to ask another waiter. Unsure of the reason we received horrible service. We left the waiter a deservingly underpriced tip ($2.80) of a $57 bill. All in all, I do not think I will be returning to Sarabeth's!
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Karlin B.
Came at lunch time, the place is huge and we were seated immediately. We were waiting on another person and after we got our drinks the waitress basically ingored us until we asked a bussboy to get our waitress. We ordered just appetizers and said we would order the mains when our companion arrived and then she took our menus. She should have left them because we still had the rest of the meal to order. The muffins and jams were pretty good, the green salad with the roasted pit fruits was a bit dissapointing. We thought we would get more than 3 slices of fruit with it and it was hard to tell that they were roasted. The table was really wobbly, which was annoying but a bussboy took care of it quickly and efficiently. The quinoa ahi tuna was really wonderful however the salad bed that it came on was super spicy! No where did it say that the dressing was spicy, I couldn't eat more than a bite of it. The tuna salad was just okay. The four flowers juice tasted like any other smoothy and was unexciting. The waitors and bussboys are disjointed. We asked to have our extra muffins boxed up and the waitress took them, and then two minutes later a bussboy returned them in the same basket. I do however really appreciate that the manager walks the floor and checks up on parties. But I believe he does that only because the waiters and busser are not on top of things. Overall too expensive for what you get. The decor is nice and they have the ability to seat tons of people.
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Neelam P.
I was not a fan of the lemon ricotta pancakes here, what a disappointment! Not sure if it was an off day, but the pancakes were hard and had an overwhelming spice....maybe too much nutmeg? The grilled cheese on pretzel bread was decent, but the tomato soup that came with it was pretty delicious. Service the day we went was awful. Our waitress was filled with attitude, obviously having a bad day and taking it out on her customers.
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Lindsay B.
Get the popover eggs-- it's really tasty and a huge portion. Skip the four flowers juice!!! Recently I saw another couple order pizza and it looked absolutely delicious, but have not been able to try that yet. Space is also big and a very nice brunch spot for a birthday or other celebration.
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Melissa Q.
Went for brunch yesterday. The food was mediocre and overpriced at best. The service was atrocious. We asked our waiter if we could order and he actually rolled his eyes. He stopped waiting on us at some point in the meal. I just can't get over being a namesake like that and literally having that service. Would never recommend.
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Robert R.
Had my NYC breakfast here of eggs Benedict. They served it with a arugula salad which was a surprisingly delicious compliment. The EBs were perfect too with just the right hint of citrus, served on top of a light fluffy bread, sourdough maybe? It was good and proportioned well. I see myself coming back and even in the evening for social gathering. Bar area looks like a lot of fun.
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Julia C.
4.5 stars. When talking about NYC brunch spots, I've continually heard Sarabeth's, and was happy to finally try out one of the locations recently. We were able to make a reservation on Open Table for this location a few days in advance (some of the others were booked solid). This spot is HUGE - the dining room continues to extend back and back. We enjoyed the $20 brunch beverage package, which includes a choice of mimosa, bellini, bloody mary, sparkling wine or beer. The restaurant let us sit for over three hours and didn't rush us out as we chatted and enjoyed our drinks. For food, I ordered the almond crusted french toast which was phenomenal. Four pieces of thick bread crusted with toasted almonds and served with a sweet strawberry sauce. The regular french toast and salmon eggs benedict were enjoyed by my friends as well. It's a bit pricy, especially if you get the beverage package, but definitely worth it.
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Ashish D.
Sarabeth's is what you expect it to be. The food is not exceptional but it is consistently good and also this particular location has lots of seating so it can be a place you go to with a big group when you haven't made reservations before hand. I like their ricotta pancakes, the egg dishes are pretty solid. Do I think the food is overpriced, of course I do, but what makes me go back is the comfort of familiarity. Also special mention has to be made for the orange marmalade, it's awesome.
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Evelyn W.
E-Scale: 7/10 Kind of pricey but not bad. Good atmosphere and ambiance. Food isn't too bad, but I'm not a fan of their oatmeal. Regular/non-health food is great. I go here a lot for brunch when I feel like being pampered.
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Valentina M.
The service at this location was REALLY slow. There was like only 3 people working & it wasn't even that busy. I didn't like the home fries, they were cold & had no flavor. The tomato soup is the best I ever had though, that is what I live for. Other than that I don't really look forward to going back, I didn't have a great experience.
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Emily T.
ehhhhhhhh This place is expensive which you probably already know from the dollar sign thing. But it says 2 dollar signs, which is average I thought but $18 pancakes is not average!! That's mad expensive, yo!! I ended up getting persuaded into "getting what I want" instead of just doing oatmeal or something cheap. I got the vegetable fritatta which was NOT GOOD, I would not ever get it again. We also got crabmeat/guacamole chips appetizer which WAS very good, even though there was not enough chips for the guacamole and I wasn't comfortable enough with the person I was with to be like "i'm just gonna use a spoon and eat this $15 guacamole by itself!" So a lot of it got taken away, uneaten, only to be scraped into the garbage (probably, maybe, maybe not) and to be feasted on by the charismatic rats of NYC. You're welcome, rats. BUT I went again (peer pressure) and got almond french toast and it was muy muy deliciouso. Was it worth $19? Probably not, but that's because $19 is still a lot of money to me. And not worth a meal I spend 20-23 minutes shoving into my mouth. So should you go here? If you like spending $19 on egg soaked bread with some almonds on top, then yes, go. But you could also probably find better. Or cheaper. Or less crowded. But also that's just my opinion, man.
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Iqram M.
Incredible food, and normally exceptional service, but at a time when the place was empty, they made a disappointing attempt at accommodating a large party. Now I'm left with a sour taste in my mouth at an establishment I frequent..
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Pun B.
This place is much bigger and not as crowded as the Central Park location. It doesn't have as much character--retains none of the feminine "Laura Ashley-like" feel of their older restaurants--feels more like an upscale diner or a hotel restaurant with formica tables and oversized circular booths. The staff are all excellent, from the greeter/host to the waiter to the manager. Very friendly, and they go the extra mile. Host remembered our name on the way out despite it being quite busy! Because we inquired about the potatoes, waiter brought us a tasting of it during our meal. Manager came over to ask us how we were enjoying everything. I had the scrambled egg stuffed popover. The eggs were cooked perfectly--creamy and fluffy, not overdone, loaded with cream cheese and scallions. The popovers were eggy and large. A really unique dish! Little wonder this place is a favorite brunch spot. Unlimited booze for $35 if that's your thing.
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Jason S.
Amazing. Not much needs to be said about Sara Beth's. I ordered the eggs benedict, and it was made to perfection. It was rich and tasty. It came with canadian bacon which was delicious. CI went with 6 people, and not a person had a single complaint. The popovers were fantastic. The scene is awesome, and there are so many tables. The place is huge! The waiting staff was very friendly and fast. Highly recommended for a great brunch!!!
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Kicking Back Out West M.
It is a hit or miss and noticed that it depends on the season. In the summer, the food becomes meh, perhaps for the decline in patronage due to the summer vacation and the city emptying out. I had the seafood cobb salad one late afternoon, and it was a bit on the yucky side. When you sit at the bar, there is also a strange smell, kind of unpleasant. Sarabeth's serves better food in the winter/autumn...I don't know it is just better. The breakfast is sometimes delicious. However, there are times that I suspect they warm their dishes in the microwave. For example, I once had eggs benedict and the english muffin was warm but the egg was cold on some spots. Also, if you don't dress business casual, they tend to look down on you and give you crappy service (unless you have a favorite waiter and you go when that waiter is in). I have my favorite waiter who is super awesome so I try to go during his shift.
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Shiv H.
I came here with some cousins for dinner because it was one of their birthdays. Our orders: Me: Lobster pasta Cousin #1: Turkey burger Cousin #2: Seafood couscous and chickpea fries Cousin #3: Seafood cobb salad All the food tasted fresh and well-seasoned. The chickpea fries, however, just tasted like samosas. The waitress kindly interacted with us but we often waited a while between check ups and wanting to order other courses. We ordered the cookie plate for dessert. It was underwhelming; opt for something else. Other than that, dinner was memorable in a good way. I would come back here again.
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Diana S.
This location at Sarabeth's is pretty impressive. Unfortunately, it's the only thing great about it. The food was a big let down. I was torn between ordering 2 appetizers (avocado burrata toast and crab guacamole) versus the crab cake Benedict. I ended up going with the 2 apps at the server's recommendation (which I suspected, in hindsight correctly, because they were more expensive). The crab guac tasted bland as if it was lacking salt and the avocado tasted like it came from a store bought tub. Boyfriend ordered braised short rib hash. Sounds delicious doesn't it? It's really not. The short ribs had no flavor and I've personally made much better. His Bloody Mary tasted like canned tomato sauce in a goblet and was overpriced at 14 dollars. The server took our order and we didn't see him again until he dropped the check. 2 stars because I've tried the location in TriBeCa and it's crowded with a wait for a reason. Do not waste your time eating at this one. Bad food and worse service. Worst 85 dollars I've ever spent for brunch.
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Yimei M.
Despite what all the rest of the yelpers have said about this place, this an awesome brunch spot. Maybe I would give a half star less, but just for their small tables!! The decor is chic making it perfect for a brunch or dinner date. The service is always running and filling your water and coffee. That is always a plus in my book. My usual eggs benedict with smoked salmon was divine. Instead of an English muffin, it's some other bread with a crunchy outside and soft inside. (Pardon me, I forgot the name of the bread!) I'm coming back again.
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Ryan B.
Their shrimp tasted chewy and old. The atmosphere was sterile. The wait staff was borderline rude.
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Jody W.
Had a lovely experience here for a baby shower on Saturday afternoon. We were a large group and were seated in a semi-private area by the front windows. I've been to Sarabeth's uptown but hadn't been to this location. The menu for our shower had several choices for appetizer, main course and dessert. I chose the mixed fruit, lobster roll and chocolate truffle cake. The table was also brought plates of chicken sausage and crispy bacon to share. Everything was absolutely delicious - the portions were huge (some folks had french toast or the eggs benedict...looked amazing) and the lobster roll was perfect. Not too much mayo, sweet lobster meat served on a buttered roll. YUM. The chips that accompanied the sandwich were fried - homemade potato chips. YUM. Bacon was crisp and perfectly cooked; the chicken sausage was surprisingly delicious. I loved the chocolate truffle cake - I tried not to eat all of it but I just kept going...my willpower finally kicked in and I left a bite and a half over. Coffee was great and the staff refilled water, juices and coffee frequently. Great experience; will be back.
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Sasha D.
Food is tremendous but service is horrendous. Lipstick on cups, missing cutlery, long wait for placing our order and even longer for food. My eggs came out cold so I watched my husband eat his eggs while they redid mine. His stuffed popover was amazing. Hollandaise was the best sauce I've ever had though..... Just don't expect proper service
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Holly B.
Great breakfast selection, awesome service, we were seated right away and the waiters were very attentive
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Pink P.
Excellent coconut waffle! Batter was good texture, good consistency. Salmon eggs Benedict was 4 stars of five because I thought that the ratio between English muffin and eggs/hollandaise sauce /salmon was disproportionate (there was more English muffin than egg/sauce).
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Hira H.
I like the decor and the food ain't bad. Surprised it's rated so low. The service could have been better.
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Frank Luigi M.
Came here for Easter Brunch at around 3pm. Group was for about 11 people. Location is enormous and placed in a convenient location. We were seated right away. Brunch was great, I tried almost everything on the menu. My personal favorite was the almond crusted french toast.
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Frank S.
Good food but poor service. After bringing the coffee, I had to find the waiter again to ask for milk. Got the bread but had to wait again to ask for butter and jam. My grilled chicken salad was excellent. People at the front desk were very nice but the waiter did not smile once or acted friendly in any way during our time there.
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Sherry H.
Had a solo breakfast on Friday around 9:00. Was not full and hostess gave me a choice between the dining room and the lounge. I chose a table in lounge with an outdoor view. Service was friendly and prompt. I had the four flowers juice and the chicken sausage & kale frittata. Both were very tasty and fresh. I saw other things on the menu I would like to try, too.
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Paul H.
The overall rating is pretty spot on and what most yelpers have mentioned about service is spot on as well. Deocr: 4/5 -Seems like the ladies LOVE this place -What was dim and more romantic (Prime House) is now more bright and great ambiance for large parties during brunch. -They can accomodate large parties of 7+ Service: 2/5 -Make sure to make reservations for large parties -Terribly slow slow service. I understand brunch is busy but the whole dining area was cleared out before we received our food. Total wait time was close to 40 minutes. -We ordered some food to-go but it was served to us. Tsk tsk. Food: 4/5 -Chorizo Pepper Frittata was surprisingly tasty and a decent size. Price is comparable to Five Points but much better. The corn muffin however was a disappointment. It was almost as hard as a brick and dry. The fruit reserve went well with the frittata oddly enough.
I work right around the corner from Sarabeth's and I have been here a number of times. Although I have never had the brunch specials they do serve them all day. The decor and service is everything you would expect from a restaurant on park avenue. The atmosphere is very elegant and this is definitely a nice place to go to with a group of girlfriends. Guys may not like the stuffy atmosphere too much but it's great for couples as well. My go to meal at Sarabeth's always begins with the crab guacamole and chips. This is excellent, fresh and good for sharing. I then move on to the seafood Cobb salad which is delicious and has a giant prawn right on the middle of a Cobb salad that includes crab meat. They also have specials on certain days that include $1 oysters and $2 shrimp for shrimp cocktail. The food is pricey but that is predictable considering the location. If you order lunch be prepared to order more than one item for it to fill you up. There is also outside seating, however it is about 50 feet away from construction work and the back entrance to a building where garbage is taken out. Not very scenic and not a place one would want to sit. Still, Sarabeth's is a very nice restaurant and I would gladly go there...and sit indoors.
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Shannon W.
The ambiance is really nice, but the food did not impress me at all. What I loved...the fresh squeezed orange juice & my chicken sausage. The menu was a bit eclectic for my breakfast taste. A handful of omelette options, French toast & maybe two other options. I asked if I could instead have a breakfast sandwich. It was nothing like what I expected, but that's what I get for being creative. I got egg whites with cheese over two muffins (similar to English muffins but not as good). The ketchup they gave me was definitely homemade & was beyond gross. The side of chicken sausage was good...didn't really need apricot chutney, but thats another story. No one at my table seemed terribly impressed with their food either.
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Michael C.
Overall - it's was just okay Went for Sunday brunch - had the grueyere omelette and the crab cakes Benedict. Both tastey but ordinary. The Bloody Mary was okay and had a strong bite to it thanks to too much horseradish and tobacco. There were a lot of tourists and babies with strollers. The table was also not level so it kept rocking which was annoying. Food okay Ambiance okay Price very high for what it is
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Autumn W.
Not impressed. The space and ambiance were great, the food......not so much. I ordered a Caesar salad and was expecting something pretty awesome for the $15 I paid for it. It was literally as if they took lettuce and threw it in the bowl, not chopped up, no varied greens. Hell, there were barely even any toppings...maybe a little shredded cheese and a few croutons, but that was it. The waitstaff was just fine, but nothing could make up for that salad. Needless to say, I will not be returning again.
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Lil B.
First let me say this: they called me at 7:40 am on a Saturday (yes, 7:40 in the MORNING on a Saturday!!!!!!) to confirm an 11:30 reservation. Are you kidding me!!? Completely inappropriate. And that's just the beginning. The staff here, particularly the reception staff, has an unbelievable bitchy attitude...as if you should be grateful to be served totally mediocre food (do not order the lemon ricotta pancakes with ordering juice or something to wash them down with...they're that dry!), at insane prices. I've always enjoyed the other locations but this one ruined the sarabeth name for me. I've given it 3-4 times and have had an increasingly worsening experience every single time. Pass on this place!
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Tatiana B.
as much as i wanted to like this place, I will have to agree with the majority of the previous reviews. Sarabeth's is an overpriced diner capitalizing on its brand-name. it is shockingly forgettable and lacks character. i had the buttermilk pancaked and a salted caramel martini. the pancakes have satisfied my breakfast food craving; and while the martini was pretty strong, it tasted a lot like Baileys and nothing like salted caramel. my friend had the adult hot chocolate and the japanejo omelet (which turned out to be very hot for her taste) the host and the server were friendly; but it did take 3 asks for my friend to get the milk for her coffee. to sum it all up: i did not have a bad experience at Sarabeth's; but I left unimpressed and know at least a dozen of places nearby to get better brunch for less money.
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Jen L.
First time having eggs benedict and it was delicious!
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Jennie B.
Terrific place for a meal. I had the almond crusted French toast and my friend had the crab cakes Benedict. They were both fantastic! Portions were large and service was quick. The waitstaff was very attentive and friendly. I also could not stop with the coffee. It was smooth and tasted so good!
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Elle P.
Very average. Nice, clean atmosphere, but nothing special. Food is okay and service could be better, esp. at the front of the house.
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Vivian M.
Love this restaurant, the jumbo sea scallops are delicious, chocolate mousse cake is divine, house rose completed the whole meal. staffs were friendly and helpful. Great place for lunch meeting or brunch.
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Vinay K.
Was here for Restaurant week and was semi impressed with the food maybe my expectations were too high. The salmon appetizer dish and the chocolate cake dessert menu were spot on but the entree left a little to be desired. The swordfish entree which i and a friend both had was a little over cooked i think that is a swordfish problem but i have eaten it in places where they have made it just perfect. The service was excellent, i think it was a one off i will have to go back to try their regular menu to be a better judge.
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John D.
Disgusting and disgraceful, and a ripoff. Avoid! Corporate food in a corporate setting, at corporate -- i.e., expense account -- prices. Do not, unless someone else is paying, and you have no other options. Prices are shockingly high. A cheese and spinach omelette: $18!!! Outrageous, at double what it should cost. A handful of granola and yogurt is $9. Muffins are minuscule. This is a hotel dining room in feel and price. Just a disgrace. I remember the original Sarabeth's on Columbus, from 35 years ago. The food was fresh and creative, and the atmosphere was fun. Sarabeth's is now a corporate creation, hideously ugly and assembly line. AVOID at all cost, unless you're trapped.
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Swati G.
Went for brunch on Saturday - we waited for about 30 mins for our table outside the restaurant. We had to keep going in for an update rather than them proactively letting us know the status of the table The food is good - had the firecracker pizza which was delicious. My friends had the salmon eggs Benedicte Nd they enjoyed it a lot Even though we sat on the corner table, the staff was attentive to refil my coffee fairly quickly Though the experience was good, the food is quite pricy for brunch..
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David L.
The lemon ricotta pancakes are usually a solid brunch choice at other Sarabeth's locations, but at this location they were undercooked. The braised short rib hash is good, but definitely on the heavier side for brunch. French fries were unevenly seasoned and overdone. Overall, a disappointing experience considering it is definitely on the pricier side for a weekend brunch.
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Barbara T.
Good place in midtown south....nice ambiance for the location and size of restaurant. The cocktails were good but a little strong. Food was good but not great. Nice presentation. I'm in this area a lot so will go back again.
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Holland P.
The menu offered several appealing meals for Brunch, yet all items were generally overpriced for the amount of food that was received. However, the dining room was very nice looking and the wait staff were quick with refills on water and coffee.
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Richard K.
I have got to tell you, there are much better places for brunch in NYC. First of all, even though we had a reservation we were seated 30 MINUTES late. In addition, after we ordered, it took almost an HOUR to get our food. Add insult to injury, they screwed up the order. If you want a great brunch in that area, go to the Grey Dog.
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Tasha L.
Spent Valentines night in this restaurant. The lobster pasta was magnificent it had this succulent lobster meat, spinach, bacon with pasta and a creamy sauce. The cherry tart for dessert was delicious Taste like my mothers cherry pie! I also had a chocolate raspberry patron martini which was to die for. All in all the food was delightful and the service was friendly and attentive. My valentine dinner was awesome!
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Sarah L.
I like Sarabeth's. There really isn't much special about it, just a step above a diner really that comes with the hype of its name. The food is standard American fare, with no frills or exotic concoctions. The service is usually reliable, and the wait often longer than one would like. They do have the option to make reservations though, which would be the defining factor that I would chose it over some better options in the area. If wait time isn't an issue, trying something else...Friend of the Farmer is far more of a better food experience.
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Elsie W.
This Sarabeth's was the most disappointing of them all. I loved the UES location and the Central Park West location. The only resemblance to them was the name of the restaurant and the titles of the menu. All the dishes came out... defective. Lemon ricotta pancakes -- Tasteless, dry, no butter. I had to pour all of the maple syrup on it... and then ask for more. I wish this place was still Prime steakhouse. P.S. The crab guac chips were the best part of the meal. They saved this review.
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Rachael P.
I was visiting NYC with 3 of my friends and heard that this was the place to go for brunch. Our server was so friendly and very attentive. I wish I could remember her name. We were rather high maintenance, asking for a lot of extra items all at once, but she was fantastic. Even the bus boys were very friendly! We ordered: buttermilk pancakes, apple-cinnamon french toast, jalapeno cheddar omelette, and the spinach and goat cheese omelette. The food was perfect, simple, and not pretentious (as some NYC brunch places can be). My only complaint was with the hostess (hence the 4 stars for service). She had us wait for a table (even with a reservation), which is fine, but I wish she had communicated with us more about why we weren't seated yet.
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Becky F.
They have a large outdoor seating area, and you can pretty much always get a table with no reservation. I've only sat inside once, and would definitely recommend an outside table if you can. The cocktails are all very good and I love the crab guacamole appetizer. The happy hour is pretty bizarre though. It's like one dollar off house wine and thats it. Last time my happy hour menu and my friends had totally different prices and when we asked which prices were correct, they said the more expensive ones. Of course
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Jim B.
From other reviews, it seems that this place - like its other locations - can get very busy at times and that service may suffer as a result. I walked in for breakfast with the place half full and had a very nice experience. You pay a significant upcharge in a full service restaurant at breakfast or brunch. This is not a diner. You are going to spend $20 or more per person before the tip. Sarabeth's is not exactly fine dining but the decor is nicely done, tables have a little extra space, servers seem to be on their toes. At breakfast, the kitchen sent out my order promptly. I did not notice any background music, so it was too easy to listen in to conversations at tables nearby. I had coffee (good brew with half-and-half provided) and what they call a Farmers omelet - like a Western omelet but without peppers. I don't order omelets often but this one seemed quite nice. You get a choice of breads/muffins/etc with the entree. Refills on coffee came by regularly, even after I had paid my check. This is a great place for a business breakfast but a little pricey for me when I am dining alone.
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Cristina R.
Kale and eggs was my favorite! The service was extremely fast and our waiter was personable and friendly. We celebrated my husband's birthday and they hooked us up with a brownie ice cream to celebrate :)
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Yvette F.
I had many recommendations to for Sarabeth's - the Park South location - but we were not able to get a reservation there and this location was closer to our hotel, so thought it would be just as good. Restaurant was slow when we arrived, but packed by the time we left - NY must brunch much later than we do in Chicago. Waiter was quite nice and accommodating, but I have to say the food was nothing more than any other restaurant. So overpriced for what you get. $11.50 for scrambled eggs - just the eggs as a side. My meal was well over $60 for breakfast (eggs, bacon, muffin, tea) I have no problem paying good money for good food, but here you are paying for the name and nothing more. I say skip it - there are so many other choices.
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Anna F.
The place is huge but the food is okay. It was busy so the waitress did not come back and refill my coffee. I had the salmon Benedict and taste the same as any salmon Benedict. Of course, this location is in Park Avenue South so the prices were overpriced.
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Morgan M.
How unfortunate for sarabeths to have a manager like this woman! I had an unfortunate incident happen at sarabeths(where i go for breakfast all the time) and i didn't get a chance to eat the breakfast that i ordered. I asked the server and the manager came over and told me that since i ordered it i needed to pay for it. So a $60 breakfast for me and my son, when the police r there and need me to file the police report? And its not like the manager didn't realize. She was actually a witness to the assault!!!! So on top of being victimized at Sarabeths, i was victimized again by the horrible rude manager that had me pay the breakfast that i didn't get to eat and actually then pushed me out the door to fill out the police report in the cold--- WITH MY 19 month old son!!!!! I couldn't believe it!!
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Rania B.
Loved their brunch menu. They offer a wide variety of excellent choices. The pancakes were perfect. Tasted the eggs and kale which my friend also liked. And I love their coffee. This place tends to get crowded so be prepared to wait for a table and get your server's attention.
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Vandya K.
OMG! This will be my goto place for brunch! They have soooo much seating! Something that's hard to come by in nyc! We were 4 adults and 2 infants so it was quite a group. The food is good too! I got the goat cheese and spinach omelet. Yummm! Definitely coming back here .. It's super kid friendly and mostly everyone around me also had kids!
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Kim W.
This location of Sarabeth's is gigantic. Plenty of seating for the brunch time rush or grab a seat at the bar. I enjoyed the apple cinnamon french toast which came with 4 pieces of french toast, apples and raisins on top. It was definitely more than filling. Also had a side of chicken sausage which came with apples on top as well. My companions had the grilled cheese sandwich with tomato soup and the salmon eggs benedict with your choice of topping, which were all equally large sized portions and fantastic. Was pleasantly surprised at the delicious meal and elegant decor of the place.
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Lisa M.
Great homemade chips! Add the crabmeat guacamole and it is the best thing on the menu. The mimosa with special juice goes down super smooth!
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Fitness J.
Great service ... Super big ... Food was just ok Golden lox ... Too much cream cheese in scramble .. Bread overt toasted but jelly was amazing .. Salmon eggs Benedict .. Bread under was stale .. Eggs ok and so was salmon .. Ordered Bloody Mary with shrimp .. $17 pricey and not worth it. Presentation great but lacked spice .. Some real flavor .. :(
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Nicholas T.
Good food, a little extra preparation of what would be normal diner food. No its not a diner, it is an upscale restaurant. Lets just say its a diner with a decent "chef "(not a cook). Park Avenue Style. Expensive, but good.
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Sydney B.
A solid spot with a wide selection of breakfast and lunch items. Nice big tables--good for lunch meetings. The food feels a little bit over-priced for what it is, but it is Manhattan. At least it's fresh and flavorful.
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Lauren D.
The food here is OK... definitely nothing special, but the worst part is the service. My boyfriend and I ate here for brunch and it was probably the worst experience I've had in NYC. That's saying a lot. We sat down and everything was fine, ordered our bloody mary and it came within a few minutes. Then we ordered brunch and started our long wait for food... A party of 6 girls arrived and sat next to us shortly after we ordered. We saw them order, get their drinks, get their food, eat their food and pay the bill all before we saw any food come our way. Our waitress assured us once or twice our food was coming during this period, but we were furious when the girls left and we hadn't eaten. We asked to speak to the manager who was friendly and told us our bill would be reduced. Our ONE drink was taken off the bill, and she added 20% tip onto it. Obviously this wasn't okay with us and we spoke to the manager again... This time she wasn't so friendly and basically threw our twice-reduced bill at us. We paid and left, and will never return again.
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Amanda P.
One of my favorite brunch spots in the city. This location is enormous but always remains packed. I've been a few times for Sunday brunch and during the week for lunch - never disappointed. I typically get an egg white omelette - the garden is my personal favorite (sub goat cheese in for the chedddar-delish) Always cooked to perfection, comes with their famous jam and a croissant. Coffee keeps flowing and requesting skim milk is never an issue. The smoothies were a hit among lunch with the ladies. Salads are large. Service is friendly and efficient. Moderately priced for brunch in the city. I'd recommend it - Upper West Sarabeth's is a bit more intimate if that's what you're going for although the food is consistent.
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Candice C.
A co-worker of mine suggested this place for lunch...not bad. The crab guacamole was really good. I had the burger & fries. The burger was perfectly cooked & the fries were pretty good. The atmosphere was a bit stuffy in my opinion. Lots of suit & tie professionals. There is nothing wrong with that, but when you're with friends having a casual lunch, you don't want to feel like your laughter & chatter is being frowned upon. If the boss is treating me to lunch, I'll head over to Sarabeth's; but if it's lunch amongst friends, I will pass.
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Zain K.
Unlike most, I came never having previously heard or Sarabeth's (I'm not a NYer), so I didn't have any expectations. I ordered the ahi tuna ($27), my friend had the steak frites ($24), and we split a bread pudding ($9). We both enjoyed our meals, and the pudding was particularly good. The one thing I thought could have been better was the complimentary bread, which was on the dry side. Apart from that, service was good, the ambiance (casual elegant) was nice, and I liked that the restaurant wasn't noisy.
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GKB G.
Headed there for a, what else, brunch! Standard fare, but we got a table very quickly, which was a relief. The waiter was very polite, helpful, patient etc.. That's something we appreciated. Can't really think of a negative other than the fact that the side of three pepper potatoes is highly avoidable - it tastes like something they'd serve at a breakfast buffet at a budget hotel! I had the eggs benedict with salmon and it was perfect. Really very good. Overall, this place met all of our high expectations! The only word of caution - be prepared to shell out close to $100 for a generous brunch for two.
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Cait R.
This Sarabeth's location is right in my neighborhood and I have been here several times since it opened. I have had really good experiences with the service and I think the waitstaff is friendly and, for the most part, attentive. Also, I love the size and design of this location; it feels much more modern and sexy (great place for dinner) than it's sister locations. The people-watching is also great (I sat two tables away from Sofia Vergara last weekend)! The reason I would not give this location more than 4 stars is because of the menu. There are a couple of things that I have really liked (the creamy tomato soup and the mushroom pizza were both fantastic), however I don't think that the menu is diverse enough to excite me. I also found myself wishing that some of their dishes were less complicated. Also, this is obviously a very popular brunch place, so you should expect to wait a while to be seated (especially if your party is more than two people!!!).
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Jaime R.
I just had lunch at Sarabeth's on Park Av South and polished off a seriously fab soft shell crab sandwich. The crab comes deep fried, but I asked for no batter and for my crab to be sauteed, instead. I think that too much batter takes away from the delicious, delicate flavor of the crab. As a soft shell crab connoisseur (I've tried it all over the city), I was very pleased with the fresh and flavorful sandwich. I would like to get a bite of the sandwich with the batter, but only if someone else is ordering it! My main squeeze had the crab cake sandwich, which was good, but not as good as mine. The menu looks great and every dish that came out looked delicious, so I would like to come back to try more (if my wallet can manage).
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Jina h.
Having brunch at Sarabeth's was one of the highlights of our recent weekend in New York. The service and professionalism of the staff was exceptional. They actually comp'd our meal (for a party of 6!) because a tray of drinks was accidentally dropped near our table. The food and cocktails were wonderful, and we would definitely come back here again on our next trip. (Note: I highly recommend making reservations in advance for weekend brunch, since we arrived to see a huge crowd of people waiting for a table but were fortunate to be seated almost immediately in a great corner table for our party of six).
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Gabriel M.
An unfortunate spill of some drinks started off our meal, however, the waiter was extremely apologetic, the manager was exceptional, and the food was wonderful. Would highly recommend as a brunch spot where you will be treated well...something that is hard to find in NYC, especially at central parking and the wyndham new yorker.
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Alison C.
I had always heard of Sarabeth's referred to as a brunch place with delicious pastries, so I had assumed that it was basically an upscale diner. However, it really was much more than that, and I was shocked at the quality of the dinner options in general, as well as at my particular meal. This new location had taken the place of Primehouse, the sprawling steakhouse that was previously there. The dining area was rather large, though I did find the decor to be reminiscent of a Cheesecake Factory. Our server was just attentive enough without being overbearing, but he was not overly helpful with our questions about the menu. He defended his naivety by claiming they were a new establishment. To make matters worse, I saw every other table receive a basket of their homemade bread, while we did not have one delivered at any point during our stay. We also did not even notice a blackboard of specials until we were leaving the restaurant; no one had pointed them out to us. I must say, though, that I was thrilled to see that they had the Byron Pinot Noir available by the glass, a wine I consider to be a hidden gem among affordable California Pinots. So, of course I had to order that! My friend and I also started off by sharing the Crab Meat Guacamole, which was surprisingly a decent portion of the avocado dip topped with just as much, if not more, fresh lump crab meat. The appetizer was light, fresh, and the perfect way to commence one of the first warm evenings of spring. The accompanying homemade potato chips seemed kettle-cooked and were very delicious, though a bit greasy. My Sea Scallop entree contained 4 medium-sized scallops that were very well-seasoned and perfectly cooked in a citrus honey glaze. They were served over a creamy parsnip puree and topped with beet chips and a beet salsa. There were also fried onion ribbons adorning the side of the plate. My friend's Yellowfin Tuna was served rare over bok choy and blood orange, all in a shitake brown butter. The fish was rather peppery and good, but my scallops definitely outshined them in execution. Though we were contemplating dessert on a very high level, our server only inquired about our ordering coffee or tea. I declined this idea, assuming that he would then offer some kind of pastry list, but, instead, he just brought the check. This was fine by me, as I was probably not going to order it anyway, but I would have loved to at least see a menu. I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of my meal at Sarabeth's. However, I am not sure if the few service mistakes were due to this being a new location or what. It might be better to visit one of their other spots until this one becomes better organized.
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Deepika J.
Loved the brunch - salmon egd benedict, great ambience and service.
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So Young P.
So bad, over price, Food was just okay, not fresh and our server was so slow and forgot what I order. Too much over priced for nothing. You have to go somewhere better food and better price. Also table is too small to put plates and very uncomfortable, and I don't know why, but that place smells like gym. Disgusting.
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Alexis C.
Some colleagues and I went in afternoon and had a very pleasant experience. We arrived at 2pm, the restaurant was rather empty, and we had excellent service. Pros: the portion sizes are quite generous. Our table ordered the soft-shelled crab sandwich, egg-stuffed popover and a kale salad with Chicken and Tomatoes. They were very accommodating in terms of helping me avoid allergens. the popover had the most flavor but was too big to finish. Super pro: as a Portland-"native", i'm sort of a coffee freak... theirs was excellent. And our server kept it flowing! after a red-eye flight, i had hope of staying awake the rest of the day :) Con: the pricing is inconsistent. Some of the meals were well priced, others were way over-priced. Would i go back? if it were off-hours again, maybe. there are so many good restaurants in this city that hit all marks.
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Arnaud S.
Working nearby, I have probably tried almost the entire menu. Sadly, nothing has never wowed me. Plus it is really expensive for a breakfast/salad/sandwich type of place. Service is not always very consistent and SO slow.
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Mandy L.
This newer location is huge. When we arrived for brunch on a Saturday, the restaurant was busy, but not at full capacity. There is a whole back room that would be great for throwing an event like a shower. What's on the menu? Your typical brunch-fare. My garden omelette was nice and fluffy but could have used some more herbs and seasoning. Others ordered the salmon eggs benedict which looked good, but I'm not sure it warrants the $18 price tag. Muffin basket with preserves was good. Friend and I ordered a pot of green tea but they showed up with mint tea instead. Ended up liking it quite a bit so didn't mind even though it was a mix up!
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Namrata A.
You go to Sarabeth's knowing what you pay for- the upscale yet casual ambiance, overpriced yet decent eggs and such for brunch, and a decent wait. Take your parents and out of towners here. Service is better than their rest.
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Patrick G.
Not sure what all the negative feedback is about. Had a great business lunch here. Hostesses were happy and helpful. My guests all enjoyed the meals. Lunch in New York for five under $200.00 is a great find. I'll be back.
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Brian S.
I was disappointed with the food. The fried calamaris was salty, jalapeño omelette was nothing special, and I asked for a medium rare burger but the meat looked more like a rare. The insides were a bit warm, not even hot. It didn't even taste that phenomenal. When I buy a 18 dollar burger, i expect more. When i go to McDonalds, for example, I have very low expectations and mcdonalds delivers what i expect. But this. This is just wrong.
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Asuka N.
It only became apparent recently that Primehouse's old spot (the previous occupant of this location, which was a mighty delicious steakhouse) was going to be filled by Sarabeth's. I've been to their store a few times in Chelsea, and I've only heard excellent things about their granola when I've sent it to relatives as a gift - so I was pretty stoked to go and try out dinner food here, even if that wasn't what they were known for. The setup is pretty much similar to how Primehouse was set up, but the color pattern is a lot lighter, making for a place that feels lighter and more casual despite the high ceilings. As with any new restaurant, though, the service definitely could use work. Our waiter forgot our orders, served iced coffee (instead of the iced tea we ordered), and made it clear he had no idea what the food tasted like when we asked for recommendations. That's pretty poor, because I feel for a new restaurant, the waiters should absolutely have an idea of what their preferences on the menu are. On its own, the waiter was definitely towards the lower end of the lower spectrum - but there are definitely people - like our water server, who had tasted menu items and had an opinion, as well as a personality - who are better. That said, the main waiter for us plain-out sucked. Hopefully the service (or the servers) improve over time, because the food here is really solid on its own. The tuna tartare was done a bit differently than I've had elsewhere - very heavy on the sesame seeds in the tartare, along with a very light vinaigrette, which gave the fish a much earthier taste (in a good way) than I'm used to. My fiancee had the jumbo crab spaghetti, which was really good - it's a very light dish, the crab is delicious, and it comes marinated in a sauce that works really well with the seafood. I had the beer glazed short ribs, which were incredibly succulent - very tenderized and richly flavored, but not to the point where the sauce overwhelmed the natural juices of the meat. We closed it up by splitting the chocolate mousse cake - which, from what I can deduce, was kind of like a pound cake outer layer with pure mousse in the middle...amazing. What I really liked was that the mousse had a firmer texture than other mousse I've had elsewhere. In all, the restaurant is very nicely put together, and the drink menu is not half-bad in terms of offering a selection of wines and a very solid choice of craft beers. The restaurant isn't on the cheaper side, but it's no more expensive than its predecessor. The service definitely needs to get a bit more on-track, but that aside, this seems like a very solid place to have a meal. I'll definitely come back for dinner, but I'll also look forward to trying out their brunch and lunch menus, too!
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Bo J.
Came here from brunch with 3 friends. The jalapeno omelette is pretty good, the home fries/potatoes were not bad, bacon/sausage was ok too, but nothing extraordinary. The prices were on the steep side. Wait time was about an hour (shorter than Penelope's usually is), but not really worth it all things considered. The epitome of a 3-star brunch spot.
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Jon M.
great ambiance. very airy. food very fresh. expensive but its park ave S so...
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Justin S.
This is a solid place to get brunch, though there were a few key issues. The atmosphere is clean, sunny, and professional. It is a very bright place and the staff is pretty friendly. Waiting for a table gets a bit stressful as it is a huge restaurant with a lot of turnover. This means that there are people moving in and out all the time. Once we were seated, our waiter was great and the service was good. They were great about filling up the water carafe when it was empty and were around in case we needed extra anything. Where this place dropped the ball was on the food. My friend had ordered a sandwich that came out almost reversed. All of the delicious bites were on the outside and the bread was on the inside. He ate it with a fork and knife, but described the experience as awkward. My french toast was pretty bland; the fruits, a bit tart; and the syrup, a bit too sweet. It's not that hard to crush french toast guys... I'd go here on a date or with my family, but as far as with friends or for good food, I don't think I'll be back too soon. GET IT.
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Kay G.
Event: Sunday dinner for 4 (7pm) Pros: -Wonderful waitress -Attentive staff -Lovely ambience -Very near 28th street subway -Good variety of specials -Honored last minute reservation Cons: -Food not as described (salmon came over strange potato cake, some ingredients seemed amiss) -Portions not overly generous -On the pricier side, given the cuisine Sum: Pleasant choice for a special occasion
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Maggie M.
Being a fan of Sarabeth's jam and her pastry making book, I ventured out to try couple of the restaurant franchise in the city. I was underwhelmed by the Central Park branch, the ventilation was poor, service was lukewarm borderline indifferent and the food, for its quality was overpriced. That said, I decided to give it the benefit of doubt and went to their Park Avenue location for brunch last weekend with my husband. It was by far the most dissapointing dining experience I had in the city. It really was all in all a way overpriced diner and my husband ended up with severe food poisoning after consuming the jalapeno omelette and their $14 bloody mary. My $14 fancy-sounding Four Flower Mimosa came with foamy pulp that tasted unpleasant. I will never go back to Sarabeth's and I might all together stop buying their jam.
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B Y.
I was so excited when this location opened closer to my house. I have been here a few times for brunch with my family and I love the scones and almond crusted french toast. Their benedicts are also delicious. While I do love the food here, I was very disappointed with the service today. They got my order wrong today and when I let a server know, she gave me attitude and rolled her eyes at me. Then I overheard her laughing about my complaint by the server's computer station. If you're going to complain about a customer, make sure they can't hear you!! I was furious so I requested to speak to the manager as I was leaving. The manager apologized, but damage had already been done. I'm going to have to find almond crusted french toast elsewhere.
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Alysse C.
They were wonderful! We were in a rush to get to an appointment and told them we needed to be quick. They were compliant and got our food ready to go and everything within less than 30 minutes. I was really impressed with the menu and diversity of choices. I high recommend the lemon pancakes. They were absolutely delicious and worth trying if you like lemon. If I ever go back to NY then I will most definitely be back for another visit.
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Sir M.
If there were a Denny's in The Great Gatsby, it would be Sarabeth's. Not bad. Just insanely overpriced.
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andrea p.
Way overpriced, they must spend a lot in PR. It seems to attract noisy people.
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Tony S.
I visited Sarabeth's on the recommendation of someone else, and after seeing some of the reviews on here, I proceeded with trepidation. The place was nice and the atmosphere was pleasant. Service was prompt and polite. The only reason I probably would not return is because, for what you get, the prices are kind of high. This shouldn't necessarily put any of you high rollers off, though! If you can justify spending $30 on scrambled eggs and a drink, then you'll have a great time.
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Anthony V.
why is this place so crowded on weekends???? I miss primehouse. that steak was legit. what i got: goldi-lox which was egg and smoked salmon. It was alright, but $$$. but how can you blame this place? must cost a lot to pay the rent. would I go back? maybe.
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Morgan M.
Absolutely awful service at the bar. Staff actually looked at our party of 8 two to three times before acknowledging that we were even there. When we decided to get up and leave for a friendlier locale, the bartender finally asked us if we wanted drinks. When we indicated that we were going he replied 'beautiful'. Embarrassment to what seemed like a pleasant spot. The host was very friendly which turned out to be their only saving grace. Go to Dos Caminos right next door.
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Kate G.
Horrible service. Sat at the bar for ten minutes , not even a glance from the bartenders . After a few more minutes of being flat out ignored, got up to leave. Response from the bartender, "beautiful". Seriously?
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Angel C.
happy hour is a safe bet in this emerging office district. beers for 6-8, martinis up to 9. nice clean decor and a decent crowd. starts to fill up post 7 so get there early to grab a place at the bar
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Sharon D.
My husband and I went to Sarabeth's PAS and were totally disappointed. There is no service. Our waitress was nice but after she took our order that was the last time we saw her. We were given our meal and that was it. After trying to get someones attention anyones attention for about a half hour...we wanted dessert! Imagine that...we waited another 15 minutes. I had put my coat on I was so mad. Just then the manager came over. When we complained that our waitress was the worst ...we were told that she is only responsible for taking our order and bringing us any cocktails...that was it...only the busboys were to bring our food. We explained that we were from the neighborhood and that this is not good service. He responded that this is how Sarabeth's restaurants operate. Well they won't be seeing us anytime soon. We gave them two try's. Both were awful. This is mediocre food, with a high price and lousy service.
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Ryan H.
Popped in here for a bite while I was staying at a place a little further uptown. Overall, the atmosphere was inviting, which is why I stopped there in the first place. It was a Wednesday night, so was pretty dead, but still lively. I waited a bit to place an order at the bar, but was not disappointed by the quality of the food; the tortellini is excellent. An entree + 2 glasses of wine ended up costing me $50+ after tip, so a bit pricy. Nice "chill" spot, will be there again.
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Hilary T.
I have to update this review because I work across the street and have been a few times for lunch since the last review. The food is great (I usually get the turkey burger) but the service is hit or miss. The order comes out wrong as often as it comes out right and sometimes it takes a really long time. Basically food is great but service is dodgy.
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Rosalina M.
Oh gosh, where do I start?! This was a truly amazing dinner experience, I highly recommend this place! We had a party of 5 which included my elderly, high maintenance Great-Aunt. The hostess and the ENTIRE waitstaff were total superstars; friendly, attentive, and understanding of my Great Aunt's idiosyncrasies (old people are so weird), but not overbearing or patronizing. THANKS guys! Then there was the food, which was incredible. We each ordered 1-2 appetizers to share, entrees, and dessert. The chocolate truffle cake (something like that) is amazing, as was everything else. It's a rare thing to have such a great overall experience. On top of that, the staff seemed happy, and had a great team dynamic. I've seen the negative reviews on here; I would recommend coming in early for dinner, between 6-6:30? It wasn't busy at all, and I think the staff was able to provide better service without feeling stressed or spread too thin. Thanks again!
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Rachel S.
Went Sat. 3/9 at 11am for brunch with friends and baby. Good service, accommodates babies, affable bartender (added another shot to our Bloody Mary's gratis after we mentioned they were weak.) But overall, definitely in the running for Most Mediocre Brunch of 2013 Award. Been to other Sarabeth's over the years, and you know what you're getting - elevated diner food, but consistent. So, that's what you get here - nothing to write home about.
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G E.
The place was great. The wait staff was attentive and nice. I got the short rib hash for breakfast with a crescent. My eggs were over done but the meal was very taste. The crescent was amazing and the jam was fantastic. I would go here again even though it's very pricey. I would take someone here for a meeting or special occasion.
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Alejandro O.
Nice place and the service was good but the food was average. Had breakfast there recently and the regular/buttermilk pancakes were average, the smoked bacon was nothing special either. I also had lunch there a few months ago and it was also not memorable although the service was also good.
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Cyn T.
Well my problem wasn't the service ..it was slow but the waiter was very nice and did his job ...the kitchen is probably a mess ..the place is huge but there were literally abut 10 tables actually occupied ...the whole place has an awkward Strange vibe ......it's very quiet and the bathrooms are all the way in the back ,down some stairs and around a corner it was like walking a small block not a good thing if you're drunk or old ..And the back of the place smelled like shit even near the kitchen can we say yuck ...Now the food I had the asparagus appetizer it was chopped asparagus ,tomatoes,bread ,roasted peppers and cucumber ..Wayyyyy toooooo many things going on in that thing it was not good it was cold and strange like the restaurant..Id gather this place isn't for dinner maybe it's only good for easy breakfast foods ..My filet minion was okay no terrible ....I've had better steak at chain restaurants as a kid and I hate chain restaurants ....The strawberry drink was okay ..The chocolate pudding dessert thingy was just a complete waste they have better chocolate mousse at Applebee's what a shame that a 200$ dinner for 3 turned out to be so disappointing ....the place is ran badly that's the problem ..Cross the street and go to hillstone or somewhere else they're plenty of good restaurants in that area ..
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Golsa D.
Just amazing! This location is HUGE! They have a closed off dinning area in the back and even though they have only been open for a week it is jammed packed! From the moment we walked in it was obvious that there is tremendous care put into the running of Saraberth's and even Sarabeth herself is running around. The front staff was extremely attentive and kind, the food was excellent and they even made a proper cappuccino (with the correct foam, milk, espresso ratio and everything, this rarely happens State side!) our server was nice and a little overwhelmed but I am sure he will improve over time. So happy this area finally has a decent brunch place (sigh!)
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Tyler D.
We loved Sarabeth's by Central Park and saw that this didn't have as good ratings but figured we would try it anyway. Glad we did because it was excellent! The almond crusted French toast with strawberry saw was to die for. The bacon was so tasty! And the short rib hash with eggs was just excellent. Will go back again anytime!
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Ariel L.
I went to dinner here for my birthday with my husband. We had a great time and we both ordered risotto, it was fantastic. The wine is pricey but they also gave us a take home bag of their home made muffins after dinner. Try it for a date night.
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Dennis T.
We went to the Greenwich street restaurant for brunch. First off the place was very noisy and crowded but we were seated very fast. I ordered a Lumberjack from the brunch menu. Everything on my plate was cold (eggs, bacon, sausage and the toast was hard as a rock) The Pancakes were not regular pancakes they were silver dollars which mean they were a smaller size. I think they are misrepresenting the pancakes on the menu. The waitress was very nice and brought me another Lumberjack, but didn't acknowledge the Big tip I left her. All in all I think the place is very overrated and I will not be going there anymore
Food was okay- service was better at McDonalds. Well what can I say they weren't that busy yet we had to ask for water refiles, drinks, desert and was giving smart remarks.
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Peixin M.
Disappointed by both the taste and the price. Lemon & ricotta pancakes were dry, not fluffy at all. Only came with three sad-looking blackberries. And a lot more expensive ($19) than at many other brunch places.
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daniel g.
Don't come here for dinner. Low class place with so so food. Had lobster pasta but tasted only salt. Breakfast or brunch is ok. Maybe 3 stars
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David T.
Excellent brunch on... Wednesday.
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Klarissa L.
I've been to the location on the upper west and waited over an hour for our seats - while the food and service was all good, it wasn't good enough to wait that long. I remember the muffins and biscuits being really warm and fresh. This particular location is HUGE and we went on a Sunday afternoon and only had to wait about 10 minutes with a party of 6 and no reservation (which for me is always a plus). The service was very good - they were attentive and friendly. Food was okay ... I got the corn beef hash and it was alright, the meet was good, but it wasn't amazing. I also expect my hash to be pan fried and have a little crisp, but the one i got was just potato ... for the price, i dont think i would get it again. I also was disappointed in the muffin/biscuit situation. It didn't seem THAT fresh, and each person only got 1 muffin if they ordered from a particular part of the menu. I just feel like for prices so high, the table should at least get a basket of bread or muffins. instead it comes out with the meal - i didn't like this. The venue is a beautiful open space, with out door seating and clean bathrooms. New York has A LOT of amazing restaurants, so this would not be at the top of my list of places to recommend others to go to. I would come back socially for the large space.
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Danielle F.
This place is beyond horrible. It's a death trap ready to eat tourists and locals alive by feeding them sub par food at dramatically inflated prices. It's death by a million cuts. It's bad food, even worse service, indifference, laziness, and extortion all wrapped into one. Save yourself and don't bother with this place. Your food will be cold and some people at your table may not get their food at all. You'll be pissed you wasted your time and your wallet will hate you too.
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Meredith S.
Boring. This afternoon I had the farmers omelet for brunch and a corn muffin with preserves. It was all okay but frankly neither the preparation nor the ingredients were any better than what you can get at a decent diner. Definitely not $18 worth of food. The muffin was good, but nothing special. My friends felt the same about their food. The only real upside is that this place accepts brunch reservations and has tons of seating, so this place is good if you're looking for a safe, bland meal and have a large group.
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Katherine K.
Really great happy hour especially during the winter. There's an incredible live jazz band that plays in the background. Great place to go with a group of 3-4 to get drinks and catch up. Noise level is pretty low even with the Jazz band so you can carry a conversation. The bartenders are very nice and happy to serve. $1 oysters are a must for happy hour alongside the $2 shrimp. I haven't sat for dinner, but from what I can see, the options looks good. I recommend for a catch up spot with friends during the week. Also, make sure to get the chick pea fries!
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Noah L.
Quality omeletes and potato waffles on the brunch menu. You should definitely consider rhe salmon omelette and perhaps a side of some sort. The service and bathroom was pretty nice too.
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Trish S.
I loved my visit to Sarabeth's! I was staying in Manhattan alone, for work. Of course, as a yelper, dining solo is still fun. I was very easily able to make reservations for Sarabeth's. Upon arrival, quickly pulled up my reservation, and sat me at a very small (really for one person) table by the entrance/bar area. The area was private and quiet, with a nice view of the street- exactly what someone dining alone would want! I also saw three other girls eating alone at the bar. The atmosphere is clean, pristine, and rich. The light and airy feel of the room was very welcoming, and complimented the food. I ordered the Lemon Riccota pancakes, which were glorious. The serving size was perfect, and came with butter and syrup (of course). The waitress was sweet. Checked in frequently, and when I later asked her what there was to do in the area, she apologized because she had just moved there and introduced me to a local who could give me some advice. Even though it was a very expensive breakfast, I would absolutely return.
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Rebecca F.
I had heard Sarabeth's was overrated, and I usually avoid overpriced brunch spots with that reputation, but they had the least amount of wait time in the area last Sunday. I think everyone in my party was pleasantly surprised. The mango coconut waffle was delicious, and I heard good reviews from the people who ordered egg dishes. The scrambled egg stuffed pop over looked amazing coming out of the kitchen. Of course the coffee, etc. is expensive, but the atmosphere is classy and spacious.
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Laura F.
Service is awful. Waitstaff is full of attitude. Food is good as well as the ample indoor and outdoor seating, but, Service is a total joke. Lackluster at best. Supposed to get a breadbasket with brunch and get white toast no butter.. Seriously?? Order sorbet and it takes 10 minutes .. Really??. If if wasn't for the food, and outdoor seating I wouldn't come at all. Waiters never check on you.
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J Giggles L.
The pancakes with fresh blueberries and sliced fresh bananas were really good. The pain du matin, scone and pineapple tart were very yummy enjoyed with black coffee and iced coffee.
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Christina C.
I would give this place one star; but their hosting stand is quite gracious, while the rest of the restaurant is rather lackluster. I made a reservation on their website for a party of three at 12:45 PM on a Sunday afternoon, but it wasn't particularly busy, compared to some of the other times I've passed by outside. My guests were from out of town and had trouble finding a parking lot that would accept the car into their lot because it was also a Filipino holiday and the city had blocked off several city blocks to accommodate for the parade. Nevertheless, I checked in on time for the reservation, while letting the hostess know that 2/3rds of my party were still parking. When we were seated, we were placed at what struck me as the most awkward seating in any restaurant I've ever been sat at, much less the most awkward seat in the entire restaurant. Our table was touching one of the columns, and the column was also touching two other tables (if not touching a different table on each side). On two sides of our table, adjacent to the column, there were perpendicular chairs, so my elbow was essentially digging into someone's back if I wasn't hyperaware of my arm placement. TL;DR it was a weird table. Why block off one entire side? After that, our waiter was in a giant rush to get us everything. He gruffly took our orders, gave us our drinks, and kept forgetting our waters. Another waiter saw that we had been sitting there for half an hour without water, so he came to our rescue. Our waiter returned with the breads+muffins basket, which was delicious! But he was in such a rush that one of the muffins literally flopped off the basket because he was practically tossing the basket and slamming it onto the table. Or maybe he was just trying to show us a physics lesson?? He returned with what seemed like a fresh muffin, but who knows? After a few bites, though, I didn't really care because it was delicious. (Pumpkin) Shortly afterwards, a different waiter shattered a water glass right next to our table, effectively making us worried for our feet, because we were all wearing open shoes/sandals. He swept it up immediately, and we felt a bit bad for him, but began seeing that everyone seemed to be trained in a huge rush here? Not sure. The food wasn't particularly anything to write home about, the breads were good. We had the Baby Kale Caesar, which was delicious, but again, nothing special. We also had the salmon eggs benedict, as well as the lemon ricotta pancakes. The Salmon eggs benedict was good, and the toasted english muffins they came on top of was great, a bit hard on the teeth, so I wouldn't recommend it to anyone with weak teeth. The lemon ricotta pancakes were good, a bit too floury, despite having ricotta. Whenever i make ricotta pancakes at home, they turn out fluffy and I'm able to eat a lot since they're mostly more airy and crispy, but these were much more floury. Perhaps they were trying to compensate for price? But it wasn't like they were particularly cheap, either. I don't think I will be particularly returning to Sarabeth's anytime soon. Perhaps for the baked goods, To Go.
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soulfly J.
It was my first time trying at this restaurant. The ambiance was nice and clean. It was a bit pricey but the food was healthy and tasty! I'd love to go back and try another food there.
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Nelle C.
Cool spot if you're in Flatiron and want a quick bite. It's what Ernest Hemingway may have had in mind when he wrote of "a clean, well-lighted place". Pros: Subdued ambiance; Fairly diverse menu; Half-bottles and full bottles of wine are on offer if you're not sure just how buzzed you want to get. Cons: Live music toward the front of the restaurant can be a bit loud; Extra restrooms are a journey and a half to get to - plus they're located on a sub-level after several isolated twists and turns that don't feel safe for a patron who may be venturing there alone. Overall: My friend and i had a nice time there, enjoyed a few snacks along with the one Pinot Noir that they had on the menu.
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Antony S.
My wife and I have been here many times. She loves this place, otherwise I'll never take her here. Service has been pretty awful all times (of course, the food was great), but then, there's an effing diner close to my home in Connecticut which makes pancakes and toast, as good as here. They get away with this because of the heavy influx of tourists who walk in here and leave five stars, even if the establishment walks all over them. I can understand that. 1. The waiters are barely at the table. 2. Between water and coffee being poured, you can set your stopwatch and easily see 900 seconds pass. 3. Forget refills of water or coffee, there's a high chance you may choke of pancakes stuffed in your neck and die. 4. Forget cream refills, if you are a cream junkie like I am (someone who does not like black coffee because it looks and tastes like raccoon piss), you will have to beg waiters to bring more. 5. Then he/she never takes your orders, for another stopwatch moment. 6. Then when you are waiting for the check, that's another wait like waiting for a train. They don't even want your money. Ok, I won't be hard on the waitstaff. They work their asses off and they look stressed all the time. The management here clearly thinks they can understaff, underpay, shit all over the diners and get away with it, because they are centrally located, a stone's throw away from the flatiron, and they have a brand name. Good job. I hope you feel better when you count that cash and take money bags to the bank. You clearly win, because I will come again, my wife loves the food and the location. At least during the last trip over the weekend, I am SO thankful to the hostess who saw us getting restless and helped taking our order. She even checked in one me a couple times. That was so nice of her. She saved the day. Thanks to her. She's a champ.
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Jessica P.
I was here for brunch on a Tuesday. There's lovely food here, it's a little pricey but the people are wonderful.
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William C.
Seriously?! Avg. three stars? First off, the place is huge. They gotta be doing SOMETHING right to be paying that rent. I lost 400 calories just walking to the bathroom! Anyway, back to the place: Hostess was cool and cracked jokes with us all the way to our table. I thought the place was nice looking. Our waitress was laid back and tried her best to accommodate everything we asked for (especially my dinner mate who is a self-admitted pain in the ass when ordering.) So, we went seafood crazy and were not disappointed. Tartare, Lobster Salad, Seasame Crusted Salmon, and topped it off with non-ocean related chocolate cake. The bill was normal for Manhattan, considering we had a drink a piece. I paid, cuz my friend looked hot. Had she chosen a different outfit, I might have taken her suggestion to split the bill. LOL Anyway, count me there again!
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Anabel L.
Ugh, although the service and environment would suggest otherwise, the food here is so not worth your $$$. Full of upper east side elites who have apparently nothing better to do but spend money on overhyped food, this place is not only expensive but my chicken sausage frittata was mediocre at best. I feel like I could have found this meal somewhere else for about less than half the price. Don't let my saltiness deter you if what you value a restaurant for is the level of service and aura of affluence, because Sarabeth's excel in both of these areas.
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Lauren B.
I know Sarabeth's is known for their brunch. I know it's sacrelidge to eat there at any other time of day. But you know what? I went for dinner. I went on a Wednesday, when they boast live jazz in the bar area. Fun! We were seated right away in the totally empty restaurant. The bar area was sort of kind of full, with people milling about with adult drinks near the jazz trio. We sat for dinner and were pleasantly surprised to be able to hear the jazz at our table. We ordered drinks and the crab guacamole while we waited for the others in our party to arrive. I started with the blue cheese olives martini, which was fine. Truly, just fine. I honestly probably would have sent it back, it was too mediocre. But I didn't feel like the hassle, and vodka goes down easy, so I sipped it. I switched to rose after that. The crab guacamole was only okay. To their credit, there was a lot of crabmeat, but something about the whole dish was just waaaayyyyy too heavy for an appetizer. I don't know. The chips that came with the dish for dipping were crazy salty. We sort of stopped eating it halfway through. We just couldn't deal. For an entree, myself and a friend split the shrimp pizza and the prosciutto pizza. Both were, again, fine. Nothing special, not bad tasting, but not anything worth going back for. Exacerbating this feeling is the prices. It was really, really expensive for what it was. The decor was nice, I guess. Really standard, clean lines, and little feminine, just very, very blah. I might come in for a drink during live jazz, but other than sitting only at the bar and skipping any food, I would completely pass on this Sarabeth's.
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Elizabeth D.
I came here for brunch with a friend and were pleasantly pleased by the service, atmosphere, decor and food. I had the jalepeno cheddar omelette with a banana muffin, my friend ordered the lemon ricotta pancake, and we shared an order of the fat and fluffy french toast. The food was great, and what I liked most was that the food wasn't heavy (unlike many other brunches). We ordered quite a bit for two people and were able to finish it all. But more importantly, we were able to finish all of the food without feeling like being couch potatoes was the next major plan of [in]action. Would highly recommend Sarabeth's for brunches, especially for large parties or events.
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Laura B.
If you are considering coming for brunch, I would really go somewhere else. There are so many better options in NYC! I felt like like food was overpriced considering what I ordered (omelette) and the atmosphere. Nothing special. We actually only came here because Penelope had a 45 minute wait... But next time we'll wait it out.
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Mayli M.
We made our brunch reservation on Open Table. Definitely come with a reservation. It gets crazy busy here. We tried: the buttermilk pancakes (exactly what you would expect) lemon ricotta pancake (good but the blackberries were too tart..out of season? Maybe they should serve a blackberry compote with it instead) garden omelette (meh) The mimosa & peach bellini were good. The servers were very nice & cheerful. This place is just okay.
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Holly C.
The service and food were both really good. It was lunchtime on a Friday afternoon, they were busy but not extremely crowded. I got the marinated/braised beef hash, and it was delicious. Their muffins are delicious too - I tried a pumpkin one. Seems like plenty of options for everyone whether you want breakfast/brunchy type foods or if you want more of an entree dish. I liked that it's big enough to accommodate a lot of people.
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Zoe F.
Phew, good thing i made reservation for a sunday brunch! it was packed. Guacamole with crab and chips were yummy. I had ordered the braised short rib with egg that i thought was just ok. But the salmon eggs Benedict was pretty good! I will order that instead next time! service was good, food came out fast and coffee was good.
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Angela K.
I've been to a few locations of Sarabeth's and the food is always great, with a varying range of service quality. This location seated us quickly (with a reservation) and though we had a few rando waiters come to our table, overall the service was great. What I wanted to mention is, I found a fruit sticker in my pancakes and they comped my meal and twere very apologetic and also offered us free deserts. I was happy it wasn't a bug but they really seemed to care about the food quality and handled the situation very professionally. Overall a nice atmosphere and not very cramped. Will be back.
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Liz C.
Came here last week for a dinner date. I ordered the mussels entree and it was very delicious and filling. We also ordered the crab meat guacamole and chips appetizer; I was hoping for more guacamole, especially for the cost of the appetizer; however, it was very yummy. The service was great and our waiters (we had two, since one was being trained) were very attentive.
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Jonathan S.
This review is for the bar only, I haven't had the pleasure of dining here yet, I do business two doors over occasionally and this just happens to be the nearest place for a drink. Extremely clean and well designed space, outdoor seating in the summer. Drink are well, manhattan priced, if you are in this neighborhood nothing is cheap or divey, you will pay a premium. We were two out of 4 people at the bar, yet service was slow, uninterested in the 4 patrons sipping cocktails. I suppose because it was a Saturday evening at 3pm they were preparing for the night time rush? Please don't let my experience ruin anything for you, the food menu looks pretty amazing, maybe one day I shall try it and update my review.
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Lina G.
I like the food from Sarabeth. I've been here more than 10 times. Generally the hosts and hostesses are nice, but today one of the hostess said "Dude" to our server in an unpleasant way. She wasn't very pleasant to my friend as well. However, John the manager fixed it all. He gave us a free shot of tequila and made sure all the services are right. John saved the day.
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Grace Z.
Foods were pretty good but service was not. The waiter were so slow! After my friend and I sit down, a waiter greeted us,then he 'disappeared' !! No one even came to our table to give us some water.
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Ali M.
IN SHORT: A storied favorite for breakfast or brunch with breads and pastries as elegant and refined as the decor. THE STORY: With its spacious interior full of high-end wood finishes, Sarabeth's seems as if it could have easily transported you into the heart of sunny Beverly Hills in the morning. A simple meal here leaves no doubt that this place is a classic, a timeless node of quality in the New York restaurant world. That being said, the food can sometimes feel as if it were cranked out by a machine in a rush, and consistency often falters across the board. While the Eggs Benedict (also available with smoked salmon) is hearty and creamy and uniquely served on one corn muffin and one English muffin, the eggs themselves can oscillate between undercooked, overcooked, and occasionally just right even within a single dish. The Lemon Ricotta pancakes are also a sweet and fluffy favorite served with fresh berries, although like the rest of the menu's options, there is always a likelihood that one pancake or two will have missed the quality control check and will come served a little raw in the center. Yet despite the imperfections in the food, the service and atmosphere have an upscale, yet simple comfort that makes every brunch entirely pleasant.
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Mimi T.
Came here with my cousin for quick breakfast. Wasn't too bad! I got the omelette with spinach and goat cheese. It was HUGE and quite delicious. I like that they have scones or muffins along with your order, though I was surprised that while they have various types of muffins, they only have one type of scone, which has some sort of dried fruit in it. I like plain scones and was a little put out that they didn't have that option. Otherwise, it was all very delicious and so so filling. I've gone to Sarabeth's on the Central Park South for brunch with my friends last year and while the wait was long (even with a reservation) I kind of fell in love with their ricotta pancakes. Definitely liked their brunch (basically the breakfast and lunch) menu. The waitstaff was super nice and really prompt, without making us seemed rushed. Though they did mess up my cousin's order, giving her a scone instead of a pumpkin muffin. Overall it was a good experience. The place was super nice and pretty calm, which granted it was a 8:45 am on a weekday. I'll probably be back to peruse the menu one of these weekends.
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Lauren A.
I went here on a Sunday for brunch with my girlfriend. We were able to be seated after a short wait without a reservation which was nice. To start we ordered coffee, hot chocolate and a margarita pizza. First the hot chocolate was 5 dollars $$ for a small cup !!! Kind of ridiculous if you ask me, but anyway the pizza was really good classic margarita. For brunch I got the farmers omelette which had cheese potatoes and ham and was SO GOOD. I order a lot of omelettes and this one was a highlight and came with a pumpkin muffin or pastry of your choice. My friend got a burger which she said was pretty standard but would choose brunch food next time. I thought the fries were pretty good. Overall GREAT SERVICE I gave this place 4 stars because my friends entree was just ok and it was a bit pricey especially since it does not include a drink but I would go back.
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Jane A.
Happy hour dinner turned not so happy after sitting outsite of sarabeths ... no servers around ever. 2 waiters for the outside seating which is a big area and they are just never there when you need them . It took 25 minutes to ask if we even need water . Our second drink never arrived . And i had to have my food with no napkin ,even after asking noone cared anough. Never coming back here.
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K G.
Best service in town! You must start your meal with the Crab Guacamole. The manager John gives only the highest level of service. If your around Park Ave & 27th stop in. Until next time...
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Aiden Y.
It was great experience. We tried Salmon Eggs Benedict and Stone Oven Pizza - Margherita. Both of them was great taste. I will visit agian to try other menu items
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Smita K.
Super delicious! $20 bottomless mimosas, Bellini's, bloody marys , etc. Had the apple chicken sausage, side of bacon, toasted coconut waffle, jalapeño cheddar omelet (there were 2 of us)! Our server, Eddie, was absolutely fantastic. Originally tried going to PS450 but that was a sloppy, hot mess! This was a quick walk two blocks away. Loved the environment and decor. Just what we wanted!
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Kennedy C.
Glorious brunch atmosphere, very lively and pleasant. The food was marvelously prepared. I enjoyed the jalapeño cheddar omelette and some lemon ricotta pancakes, both were excellent. The four flowers mimosas are also a must have.
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Sab R.
Not a big fan. The brunch is Ok (lox ommelet) but expensive for what it is. You pay for the place. 19$ for pancakes or french toast definetely too expensive! BUT ask for the Pumpkin muffin! So GOOD . I will go again just for it
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Dominica R.
Stopped here out of starvation mode. Sat at the bar for a quick lunch. Great drinks: especially the bloody Mary's. Recommend the Adult grilled cheese (manchego, gruyere, cheddar) on pretzel bread with cream of tomato soup/ yummy yum comfort food. Also the Seafood Cobb salad with lobster, crab meat and shrimp. Appetizer was the Crab Meat Guac n chips- pretty good. Definitely try a few of their craft cocktails. Service at the (non busy) bar on a sat afternoon stunk. Maybe grab a table next time :)
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Sujan P.
Overpriced rubbery chicken without much explanation. Didn't even finish the dish. Previous brunch was underwhelming and equally overpriced. That was a wash. Never again. How did this place get popular?
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Mark A.
i was really happy with my breakfast. They serve it until 3:30. Fast service. Busy place. This is a NYC staple lots of ppl so come a bit early
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John K.
Go to the other sarabeths by central park this one is a joke and kills there reputation my burger came out well done twice after asking for medium then the manager comes over who looked like he was 12 years old and said oh can I ask what's wrong with it. So I responded really take a look my burger is black and dark for the second time he offered to bring me another burger I was so annoyed already rest of the food was just ok bad service though, And manager was very immature doesn't know how to handle customers.
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Ada W.
Came here for brunch on a Sunday. Surprisingly, there was no wait for 2. First of all, the waiter came off pretty rude, but eventually, he mellowed out. I've been to other Sarabeth's and I think this one is very nicely decorated. Back to the food. I LOVE everything we ordered. I had the scrambled eggs stuffed popover. It was amazing! I like how innovative this dish is. My friend had the Goldie Lox. We did not expect the smoked salmon to be scrambled in the eggs. But it actually taste much better that way. The saltiness of the salmon just melted into the eggs. We had a side of pork and apricot sausage. Love it. They are also very good and attentive in terms of refilling coffee etc. One bad thing I had to say is they should direct people to use the bathroom downstairs. I thought the unisex bathrooms upstairs were the only one. And I am not a fan of seeing urinals in my bathroom. Also my friend told me the bathroom downstairs smell pretty bad...
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Coltrane B.
Delicious egg dishes, and a huge space for a relaxing splurge of a Sunday brunch. The pumpkin muffins that other reviewers raved about were not as phenomenal as expected, still the wonderful SB fruit preserves lifted their taste to deliciousness. My brunch companions had the braised rib hash and "Goldie Lox" scrambled eggs with lox folded in. I had the chicken sausage and kale frittata. Each dish was unique and yummy. I found the rib hash to be a bit too rich for my taste, but my brunch companion just loved it.
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Chelsea R.
Cute atmosphere and fun place for brunch but there are definitely much better places in the city. The food was good but overpriced and the service was horrible.
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Melanie W.
I'm not going to lie, after reading a few of these Yelp reviews, I was nervous (sidenote: y'all are harsh.) However, I kept my reservation despite my reservations, and my friend and I had a lovely brunch at Sarabeth's. We both had omelettes, both delicious, and I definitely recommend ordering the pumpkin muffin as your side (YUM!) I also liked that, unlike most brunches, I didn't feel rushed by the waitstaff to leave (my friend was visiting from France, so we had a lot of catching up to do.) In fact, we had to hail down our waitress to get our check. Now to address some of the Yelp concerns/complaints and to let others know that Sarabeth's is not the Seventh Circle... I'm not even going to comment on the prices because, like, get over it? If you look at the menu ahead of time (like most people do these days, ahem) then you're well aware of what you're getting yourself into. Too pricey? Don't come. Food? A lot of people seem to not like the food here. I can tell you though, I was very satisfied with my omelette and pumpkin muffin. Sure, it wasn't the best omelette I've ever had and it wasn't made by the hands of God, but I thought it was still pretty tasty. Waitstaff. The comments made about the servers/hostesses is what really frightened me because if there's one thing I can't tolerate, it's a rude waitstaff. I found everyone to be genuinely friendly, though. And, like I said before, we weren't rushed in any way. I suppose, if I had to complain, I'd say the two-diner tables are poorly laid out and way too close together. I mean, I'm brunching to catch up with my friend, not hear the woes of your love life Miss I Like To Talk Super Loudly.
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Victoria K.
As a gal who lives in Brooklyn with a friend in Manhattan, we often meet for brunch. She recommended this place and after looking at the menu, I quickly booked a reservation. When we arrived on a Sunday in mid-December, I was instantly grateful that we made a reservation - the waiting area was packed! With our reservation, we were seated in less than 5 minutes and I was quickly able to see just how big the space is - wowza. Our server was very friendly and attentive, and our food came out quickly. As per usual, she and I share what we order, so we chose the adult grilled cheese with creamy tomato soup & the chicken sausage/kale/avocado omelet. Given the price, I was expecting really good food - and that's what we got! Everything tasted wonderfully fresh and we devoured every bite. Given the portion sizes, I wasn't sure if I'd be full by the end, but I was - no need for dessert! The entire visit was a delight and I'd gladly come back here anytime (as long as I have a reservation - just in case).
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Robert J.
In terms of food quality, this location meets the high standards that Sarabeth's is known for. Still, compared to the UWS or UES locations, something is missing for me. In this huge, somewhat sterile space, the food seems a little less special and more institutionalized -- like a really fancy Denny's. Close your eyes, and the flavors will amaze, but open them, and everything tastes a little bland. Silly, I know, but if you want the *real* Sarabeth's experience, it's worth the trip uptown (and the longer wait for a table).
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Alexis F.
Service was good. Waitress was very attentive. That's for the 2 stars. Food. Horrible. I had the scallops. $28 and it tasted like rubber. Ew.
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Ann C.
It took a whole 15 minutes for me to say out loud that the place reminded me an awful lot of Prime, which was immediately confirmed by a lunch-mate who works across the street. Is lunch-mate a term? It is now. I've heard wonderful things about Sarabeth's, mainly from Elsie W. But it seems that not all Sarabeth's are equal. I ate 3/4 of Elsie's pancake and it was the fluffiest I've ever had, but she says she's had flufflier at another Sarabeth's. I liked my salmon eggs benedict, but it was made with homemade "English muffins" that I didn't really enjoy. I was also disappointed that Elsie's pancakes didn't come with butter. I like butter. I may come back, but I think I need to try other Sarabeths. This one might be too big for its own good. It felt like we were eating brunch at a steakhouse. It just didn't feel cozy or right. And where's the butter?
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Andrew P.
I enjoyed my brunch. The service was very good, and they very helpfully took my bike bag and checked it for me. (There's no bike parking, but I had no problem bringing my folding bike in, which I kept next to the table.) Despite the large size, I didn't find it terribly noisy, which was a plus. The omelette I ordered was big and fluffy, and exactly as one would hope an omelette should be. The coffee was excellent. Here's why it's four stars and not five for me. I would have liked to have seen more options. I was surprised that there wasn't a basic bacon and cheese omelette -- in fact, bacon wasn't an ingredient in any of the omelettes. I didn't want to spend $8 for a side of bacon. The menu warns that they will politely refuse any substitutions. However, I was able to have bacon added, despite my waiter's warning that it would "take more time" to order this way. There was a muffin choice available as an "OR" but not an "AND" -- if a single muffin was available, I didn't see it on the menu.
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Kailyn M.
Horrible service. Had a reservation at 5:00pm didn't even get acknowledged by wait staff until 6:00. The restaurant was empty there was no reason to be ignored. It took them 30 minutes to run our cards and once again the restaurant was dead. I do not suggest going here.
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Lula F.
My friend's cousin recommended this place. The restaurant has a wonderful ambience. It is a fancy place to eat. As far as the food, it was okay. I ordered the garden omelette which was okay. It didn't have any flavor. I had to serenade it with black pepper and a little bit of salt to eat it. For the price, I don't think the omelette was worth it... I've tasted better omelette. My friend ordered the lemon Ricotta pancake. It was delicious. I recommend the pancakes if you decide to dine here. I gave it three stars because the food didn't have a wow factor for the price I've paid. I felt as if I was really paying more for the ambience than for the food. The waiters were really friendly and attentive. The wait time from when you order to the time you receive the food was minimal. I would only come back here if someone was treating me.
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Kyna C.
Love Sarabetha for brunch but it gets insanely crowded, especially with strollers everywhere and crying babies. The foods delicious though so just come earlier in the day
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Haleigh C.
Awesome! Came here for their $5 happy hour; my three friends and I spent about $60 bucks and went away stuffed. Also it's a great deal because you get all this normally really expensive stuff for only $5 per dish.
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Gabby B.
Just a good ol classic brunch. It is always busy here on the weekends! So expect just the slightest delay in service. However. I had an amazingly rich and delicious almond crusted French toast with berries. So good, but I couldn't finish it! I highly recommend it though. Their muffins are also yummy. I would for sure keep coming here because it is reliably good.
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Steven N.
I went here with a friend for brunch the other day. The hosts were friendly and seated us immediately. The food was quite good. However, the waitstaff was slow, surly, and downright rude. With so many good restaurants in the area, this is just unnecessary.
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Jenny K. L.
I may not have ordered the right things... The roasted chicken salad had random ingredients in it that weren't listed on the menu including cucumbers, something pickled, and even broccoli..... The mussels were delish, though small. The truffled fries were pricey considering the small bottom of the batch pieces we got. Loved the ambience and large booths. Lunch or brunch might be a better bet based on the pictures I see..
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Amber R.
Let me start be saying the food was delicious!!!! But the services was so atrocious it definitely ruined my meal! Two nights ago we were greeted by the hostess with the worst possible puss on her face I've only seen in bitchy teen made for TV dramas. I thought I was imagining it bc it was so bad but my date commented on it as well. Not welcoming in the slightest. At our table we asked for a suggestion on the red wine, notes, how robust it is, etc. All she knew was one was popular and we couldn't taste it. Fine. Twenty minutes later (literally) and after asking for it twice it arrives. She can't uncork it so we watch her take is to someone else, struggles with it more, pours the glass w chunks of cork, the leaves the bottle of RED wine on the table but not before she puts the mangled cork back in the bottle. Now to the food. Delicious.... But after about 45 minutes after we ordered. Again as we were ordering we asked our waitress what was better the kale or the spring veggies she said well if you like kale it's popular but I haven't tried either. (As a side if I didn't "like kale" why would I be asking to order it). I understand that things happen but this is more than a half empty restaurant. There were a handful of seated tables & other servers around. I didn't get it. Oh and she charged us extra on the bill. The crappy service wasn't worth the hassle when there's at least 5 better restaurants in a 2 block radius. And don't get me started on Sunday brunch. Whatever you do don't sit at the bar. Bartender is terrible about service as well. Such a shame for a restaurant with good food.
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Kenza A.
Ended up here for brunch. I was NOT impressed. My pancakes were way too dry and didn't taste good at all, which sucked because I had a serious pancakes craving! The egg Benedict was decent, but didn't make up for my pancakes. I would however recommend coming here on a nice warm day and sitting outside to do some people watching!!
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Mark W.
My family went here for dinner, and it seems a fine venue for locals and business-types looking for a convenient meal. The food was all right, not bad and not spectacular. The service was certainly cheerful and pleasant. But, thinking back to last week when we ate there, having sampled all of each others dishes, we cannot really remember anything as being phenomenal. Just ok.
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Sherry B.
Overpriced for very average food. Nothing special. There are better brunch options in the area.
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Kevin R.
Stopped by at 10pm for coffee and dessert. Restaurant was nearly empty and the server told us that the kitchen closed at 10:30. He then proceeded to stop by two additional times demanding, quite unpleasantly, that we place an order immediately. I told him both times we were just there for coffee and dessert and we walked away rudely. Finally, the manager waited on us, but by that time we were so disgusted with the service we only had coffee and left. I expect better service and with all of the choice in NYC I won't be returning here. Too bad, looked like the restaurant did have some potential.
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Alexandra C.
I don't think Sarabeth's is anything to woo about. The decor is tacky and dated and it has carpeting (or is that the one uptown?I forgot. but regardless...eww). The food is mediocre...I got pancakes and eggs benedict. I will admit that the hollandaise was bomb, but the pancakes were nothing special at all. Overpriced for the quality of food. I should've just stayed in my pajamas and ordered seamless. The reason I am giving this 2 stars is because I sat next to a guy who looked like Michael Jackson.
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Wendy G.
Nice, am I the first one writing reviews here?!?! This must be a new location for Sarabeth's in the city :) We came for Saturday brunch around 1pm, they don't take reservation, but the line moved very fast, we got seated within 10 minutes. The environment of the restaurant is super nice, and this one, in particular, is in my favorite neighborhood. Service, quality of food are all five star. The bill came out to be $30+ per person, which did match with what they deliver. Highly recommend Sarabeth's for a classy five-star brunch experience!
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Zac R.
Don't Go!! Food is somewhere between boring and terrible and very overpriced. If you like dry crusty muffins and cold, unseasoned eggs this is the place for you.
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Rafael D.
We want out with friends to Sarabeth's in Park Avenue. Service was very friendly and attentive. The food was delicious. I have ordered the pizza with egg and prosciutto and my wife had the steak. In the end, they gave us complimentary muffins for our next day breakfast. I definitely recommend it for a fancier dinner or a night out with friends
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Hazel A.
Visited: March 3, 2013 The Situation: First Sunday Brunch back in NYC after a few weeks of work travel. Expectations were high based on the memorable food experience from my previous brunching at their location near Central Park. Sadly, I could not make the soft opening period when they featured complimentary meals but I'm glad that my favorite meal was my maiden culinary voyage. Today was their first official Sunday brunch opening. The Scene: As expected, there was the standard wait. A call at 1:30 to check on average wait time garnered the kind response that the average wait time for two was 25 minutes. This is important to note because most places will NOT give you a quote over the phone even if you state that you are only a few blocks away so I appreciated this response. (Interesting to note: in person, my male scruffy looking bestie was quoted 90 minutes; I was given the standard 45 minutes to an hour. We were seated within 30 minutes.) The crowd was a great mix of couples, families, friends, etc. who had obviously heard of Sarabeth's reputation from its other locations. Ample waiting room was available for all, including a parking area for strollers. This space had previously been Primehouse which was predicted by a friend of mine to close within a year..and it did. The space was redone to be more inviting through more lighting and open areas. The Staff & Such: I don't think I've ever written or experienced this in recent dining experiences, but the service was PERFECT. Everyone was friendly and professional, which is especially important since this spot just opened. Our expectations for the wait were managed and there was enough staff to ensure that we always had our needs met. My brunch companion wondered aloud at the attractiveness of the staff but I didn't feel that this was out of the ordinary. We met Stewart, who seemed to act in an overall GM capacity and spent some time discussing the other locations as well as their philosophy in hiring the staff (experience AND attitude). Our waitress, Oyala, was perfect and we ensured that she received the tip that reflected that she performed beyond our expectations. Food: Full disclosure - I am a huge, huge stickler for how I love my food from the preparation to presentation. We started sharing the crab meat with guac over chips which was fresh and of substantial portions for sharing. I had the scrambled egg popover with its perfect consistency and side of salad and my friend had the lemon ricotta pancakes. The chocolate mousse cake was a unique combination of chocolate mousse and pound cake with an egg based cream. Quite delish. Alcohol: I upgraded my Four Flowers martini to Five Flowers with the addition of St. Germain while my friend tried out their signature pickled Bloody Mary. He ended up spicing it up more as he found it to be too genteel but in all fairness, I had warned him that it was most likely a recipe mean to appease the average Bloody Mary drinker that may not have his spice capacity. We upped the ante to the Fiery Mango...which caused the Asian blush to make an appearance on a Caucasian man who actually COULD NOT FINISH the drink. I switched out gin for vodka in the French 27 and between the strength and tartness of the drink, had to have an additional glass of water to finish it. The Threads: They were pretty forgiving as the range was from jeans and a sweater to a little bit of dress up. Location, Location, Location: The only aspect of this brunch experience that was even close to negative was that we were seated near the door. Normally, I'd ask for another table, but curious to people watch and check out the scene, we rolled with the spot. It also helped that it was a curved corner and traffic either from patrons or staff was NOT an issue. Wallet Whomp - $$$$ - I'll be coming back for other meals and happy hour but similar to other locations, the brunch is on the pricey side. Expect an average of $50 from cocktail to dessert. Wallet Whomp Index $ - TimeOut version of Cheap Eats $$ - NYMag version of Cheap Eats $$$ - I'm a New Yorker and this is how I roll $$$$ - Did someone say Corporate Card? $$$$$ - Plutocrats unite!
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Erin D.
One of my favorite brunch places, as long as you make a reservation. The food is amazing, but service can be very slow around peak hours. We were seated quickly, but it took almost 30 minutes to get sugar for my coffee. Aside from the service, the food is to die for!
(4)Jennifer C.
My girlfriends and I came here for brunch last week and it was pretty good. I had the lox omlette with cream cheese, and I thought it tasted pretty good. The banana bread was a little dry. I liked the ambiance and it reminded me of an all American special lunch place. You do have to pay a little more if you want to get cake from outside. Decor was pretty warm and inviting. I didn't think it was so bad, but then again I only had the breakfast menu. My friends had the crabmeat sandwich and said good things.
(4)Brian H.
The review here is for the less than 1 star of service and the overpriced food. Not the food itself which was decent so fairly giving them 2 stars. We had a large table of 20 for breakfast. The waiter should have told us that OJ was $7 a glass when we sat down! We spent 90 bucks on OJ alone. The food took over an hour to prepare and plate and they still messed up my son's order. My niece also didn't have her order placed. I guess 18 for 20 is okay by their standards. The wait staff barely came by to check on coffee refills and my sister ordered a drink that never came. The manager ended up comping my son and niece's meals but then the waiter overcharged us for the other 8 kids meals and billed them as adult menu prices - 2x the kid meal price! For the high prices, the service stunk. I rarely write reviews, but this one deserves a shout out for their deficiencies.
(2)Mary P.
As a preface, I came here only knowing the name Sarabeth's, and that it had some notoriety. I did not realize that this location was the worst of the bunch until I started reading Yelp reviews while trying to order my food. Let me just say that sitting in this restaurant made me feel like I was in the most commercial tourist trap ever. The restaurant is huuuuuuuuuuuge. The biggest restaurant I've seen in New York City without utilizing the space well. The decor looked like it belonged in a casino buffet. The service here is terrible. I arrived on time, but the hostesses were slow to get to me. Once they finally did, they were quick to point out that I was five minutes late to my reservation. Too bad I had been waiting here for five minutes before you even acknowledged me. I wasn't seated until ten minutes later. Staff was yelling at each other (not angrily, but more in a flustered fashion) to explain where each guest sits. They really didn't have it together. My waitress was very kind and polite. I ordered the salmon benedict, while my girlfriend got the goldie lox. Both were alright. Mine was topped with some peppers, and it tasted straight out of a diner (of which I could get at a much cheaper price). My girlfriend also got some sort of adult's hot chocolate, which barely had any liquor in it, but was pretty tasty. On top of all this mediocre food, the price tag was outlandish. This restaurant by far holds the worst price to satisfaction ratio I've ever had. Maybe the other locations are better, but I will most likely be never visiting this chain ever again.
(2)Cathy K.
Very disappointing. The food was extremely overpriced and not very good. Service was slow and they were not very busy during the time we were there. The French toast was under cooked and the hot chocolate was cold. A simple 2 egg breakfast can only be ordered a la carte and will cost over $32. Not worth the hype.
(2)Jennifer F.
I'm puzzled by all of the bad reviews; I actually liked this place. Although I have only been here once (for lunch with colleagues on a tuesday), all 3 of us enjoyed the food (I had the margherita pizza & they had the salad & scallops from the pre-fixe menu). It is a bit overpriced though but it's a really nice space - open and airy & our service was good. No complaints here.
(4)Desi M.
I can't believe they only have two and a half stars!! Thank goodness I don't rely too heavily on yelp reviews, my experiences were far greater than the prior guests. The restaurant is huge! Great atmosphere for business brunches/meetings and any kind of gatherings. The staff is very formal but not in a way that made me uncomfortable to be in my jeans. On my first visit, Ashley was my server. She was extremely polite and personable. She wasn't over the too friendly but I could sense she was genuine and actually cared about me enjoying my food. I'm not sure of my second server's name but he was just as accommodating. I am in love with their chicken apple sausage! In my opinion, it's hard finding really good chicken apple sausage but this place take the cake for best restaurant with it. And I tried the French toast which was remarkable!! My second visit I had lox and scrambled eggs, tryna be healthy lol and my eggs were cooked perfectly and the efficiency of the food was very impressive. I would definitely encourage all to try this place for yourself, I will definitely be returning!!
(5)Stephen F.
WARNING: This is a $$$ place with terrible service and mediocre food. I am usually a very patient customer, and to prove it I still have 20% despite my inexcusable service. I had to get up to pour myself water, ask for a waitress twice and pay my bill. My waitress never asked if everything was OK during our meal and our food came out luke warm. While the food was alright, the service was a non starter. Do not go. There are a million brunch places in NYC, why choose one with zero charm, unexciting food options, and poor service. Oh yeah, my pumpkin muffin was actually just a name for the pumpkin flavored rock they served.
(2)Katarina M.
Went for brunch it was just completely underwhelming. Had a mini blueberry muffin and a scone (large group event), the morning crunch granola was pretty good although nothing to write home about. And my grilled chicken Caesar salad was absolutely pathetic. Not a generous serving of greens topped w chicken that was both bland and dry. Boo. Had a bite of the salmon Benedict and it was tasty but wouldn't come back for it.
(2)Liz L.
The Park Avenue Sarabeth's is pretty and spacious. The food is good and the pastries at brunch are divine. That said, I believe it's ridiculously overpriced. Standard dishes for brunch are about $25 even before drinks. Also, there is often a long wait even with a reservation. In short, it's not a terrible brunch option, but it's definitely not worth the time and cost.
(2)Joe Joe B.
Solid breakfast fare. Goldie lox is great. Eggs cooked well. The breads and jam are all solid. Get a scone. It is a little pricey but the place is spacious and it's good for families. Biggest flaw is wait staff. They are slow and a bit rude. Fix that!
(3)Natalie S.
I ordered the adult grilled cheese sandwich on pretzel bread which came with tomato soup. We also had desserts, we ordered two but the portion sizes were huge so we really could have gotten away with only ordering one dessert, the 3 ice cream sandwiches. I'll def stop in when I'm in that area. I don't know why there are so many negative reviews on here, we had a great time. I've also been to their location in Tribeca and had nothing to complain about.
(5)Steve B.
Sarabeth's is a solidly classy, roomy, comfortable spot for brunch. I've been to their cafe inside Lord and Taylor too. Like another reviewer mentioned, i was surprised by how dense the lemon ricotta pancakes were as well. I tried a bite from my sister-in-law's order and the consistency was like an undercooked buttermilk pancake- really really doughy! I ordered the Chorizo and Sweet Pepper Frittata and it was pretty good! I found it to be a light but satisfying egg dish. Rather than being a slice from a big frittata you get a mini round frittata for yourself which is kind of cool. The chorizo was cut up really finely so it was more like a seasoning in the frittata than a huge ingredient but I kind of liked that. There was this really good red sauce around the frittata but I wish there was more of it! I got the sourdough toast with it and loved it. As other reviewers have pointed out the coffee here is excellent; I wonder what they're brewing? Finally, as I was here with family celebrating my mom's birthday, she ordered the ice cream sandwich sampler for the table to split. The servers did a great job singing her happy birthday and making the dessert service fun. The ice cream sandwiches however were hit and miss. The chocolate chip cook vanilla one was delicious, the chocolate butterscotch cookie one was good, but the last one, which I think was supposed to be mint ice cream and a chocolate cookie, was overfrozen and a little tasteless. Overall though I think I'd go back and give it another try. There's some tasty stuff on the menu and the service is really good and I love the layout of everything.
(3)Kelly G.
Awful service and ridiculously high prices. The first interaction we had with our waitress was (after we'd been waiting a while for someone to come over) was "Are you gonna go ahead and order breakfast?" Umm, yeah, obviously we are. The prices are also a complete rip off - we paid $8.50 for a side of chicken apple sausage, which turned out to be two small pieces of sausage. Seriously? Two stars because of the muffins and the jam (otherwise I'd go with 1 star).
(2)Tina S.
No celebs here... if you're looking for celebs, head out to the Central Park location - but the food is still good. I went here for brunch, without a reservation, got a table in 15 minutes. Not bad. Def not an unlim. mimosa spot... but a good people watching spot. I ordered the smoked salmon eggs Benedict. Nothing special. Service is good. Very professional. Something you'd expect at a Hillstone.
(3)Sushilover L.
This place is PHENOMENAL!! They have the BEST brunch in all of Manhattan! My friends and I always come here. There's also a ton of seating so you never have to wait too long, if at all. Their french toast is beyond amazing!!!!!!! mmmmm!!!! I highly recommend this location.
(5)Christina G.
We came here around 11am on Sunday. Seriously, don't eat here. I would rather sit at home with a box of cereal on my couch than come back to this madhouse. There are so many better options in the area. My friend who lives in the neighborhood had been wanting to try this place and said she would never come back. Here is the low down: Food- Not a fan. I ordered the spinach and goat cheese omelet. The omelet was fine but I am not happy with the choice of sides. To go along with their omelets, they give you the choice of a few different muffins, a croissant, engligh muffin, or toast. I ordered a pumpkin muffin which was terrible. The muffin was dry and had sunflower seeds on top and raisins inside. And no I am not mistaking this for pumpkin seeds- I really mean that the pumpkin muffin had sunflower seeds on top which is weird! And my spinach and goat cheese omelet and pumpkin muffin came with a jelly which had a berry flavor (what type of berry I couldn't tell). Is the jelly for my muffin or omelette?! I had no clue what to do with the jelly. The muffin already had way to much going on that I certainly didn't need to add berry jelly to a dry pumpkin muffin with raisins and sunflower seeds. I tried the croissant and English muffin that came with my friends' orders and they were nothing special. They also had mystery jellies that we couldn't tell what the flavor was but came to the conclusion the jelly had to be either apple or peach. I was still hungry after eating my omelette and taking the dry pieces and raisins off my muffin. The omelets don't come with any potatoes. Luckily my friend ordered a side of home fries which were an additional cost. The home fries were decent and were chunks or potatoes with some chopped peppers. I just wish there were more of them. I heard this place is known for their baked goods which is surprising because I have tasted better baked goods from my 12 year old sister's Easy Bake oven. Price- I know Manhattan is more expensive but I still think this is pricey for what you get at $16 for an omelet without any potatoes. Bloody Mary's are $14 and we walked by a different restaurant on the way that had $18 bottomless Bloody Mary's. Service- They filled our water constantly and were also good with coffee refills but it took a bit to get our check and for the waitress to come back for our credit card to pay. Ambiance- This restaurant is big with too many tables. I don't understand the decor and think they are going for a classier or trendier version of a diner. I would be happier at a diner where I am not cramped and get a nice portion of potatoes with my omelette. We were placed in a table in the back in an awkward spot. The servers seemed like they didn't have enough room to get around us and we were very close to other tables. Then towards the end of our meal, they seated a large party behind my friend. They put in an extra table and two chairs; two people in the other table were literally sitting at the corners of the table and practically touching my friend. It was so uncomfortable and we couldn't wait to get out of there. When we left around noon, there was a bunch of people waiting for seats and I almost felt compelled to tell them to go to a place down the street.
(1)M M.
We made a reservation for 2 at 12:45 on a Saturday - we arrived at 12:42 and they said, it's not time yet, wait 3 mins. We waited and waited and finally said something when we were not seated at 12:55. Then she said give us another 2-3 mins. We waited another 10 mins. By the end, we waited more than 1/2 hour for the table. They asked "oh, we have a table outside if you want to be seated immediately". I said "no, we prefer a table inside" and somehow they miraculously had a table for us. We use to love Sarabeth's and would trek to the UWS for their Red Omlette, we didn't mind the wait because they almost always gave perfect time estimates. But with the menu change and not honoring their time commitments. it's just not worth it anymore
(2)Jenny M.
Totally not like the Upper west location. Decor is like any chain, loud jazz upbeat music. Lots of staff, I finished and no one came to take my plate away. Besides some women who comes around (a smile could be a nice touch) unenthusiastic time asks how are things. Reminds me of a suburb dinner experience, where you have no expectations of service. The food wasn't as enjoyable as my last memories. Scone was cold and not buttery like I remembered
(2)Robert C.
Bad service. Bad atmosphere. Bad food. One of the worst Brunch experiences in NYC; and after all the hype too. LAME.
(2)Jake W.
Quick review to complain about sub-par service. Went here early morning for brunch. There was only one other table there when we arrived, and no more than five tables when we left. The service was actually solid up until the end. Our plates had been cleared and our server asked if we wanted coffee or dessert; we all declined. We sat around chatting for a few minutes. My dad went downstairs to the bathroom, told us we "had to see" this bathroom, so two more of us went down to check it out. At this point about 15 minutes passed (no, I'm not exaggerating) and we still hadn't received our bill. I stood up out of our booth to see four or five servers just talking in the corner. No, it wasn't a meeting. No, I don't know what they were talking about. I worked at a little restaurant in rural Pennsylvania, and the #1 rule was you always pay attention to your tables, and never get together to talk with other servers, especially in an area where you can't see your table. I had to walk to the corner to ask our server for our bill. None of this would have bothered me TOO much, but she gave me a really snide look as though I was bothering her. When she came back with the bill, there was no apology and she didn't even look at me. Knowing that the bill was well over $100 with at least a $20 tip coming, with few other customers in the restaurant, you'd think she would have been much more attentive and polite. This bothers me to no end. Whoever manages this place really needs to get this sorted out, as I don't appear to be the only one complaining about service. Oh, the food was decent. The eggs benedict was definitely not worth $18, and everyone else at the table enjoyed their meal, but said it wasn't worth the price. I would not recommend this place. There are too many other good options in this city for a place to provide poor service and overpriced food.
(2)Marissa P.
So went here this weekend for a late brunch on Saturday (3pm), after the rush. We didn't' wait to get seated which was great but once we sat...another story. We waited at least 15 minutes until waiving down a waitress to ask about who would be our server for brunch. She was super sweet and apologized and offered to take our drink order. We ordered two bloody Mary's, some sodas and water. Then the manager came over, he chatted us up apologized asked if we wanted to order drinks- we told him we did order drinks - listed our drinks. He said, ohhh do you ladies want an extra shot in that Bloody Mary - and we were like sure!! Thinking it was complimentary after having to wait so long and him telling us how important it is to give "buyback" drinks when someone orders at least 4 shot. Then our real waiter came, he was fine - but we had him and the other girl serving us at the same time. Then shift change and a 3rd waiter was assigned to our table - again fine. Food was okay - but I found a weird hair in my butter...yup. Then, check came - and we were charged for that extra shot - that we never originally ordered!! At that point we were too over the place to even bring anything up...I just know we won't be visiting again.
(2)Bilal D.
IHOPE quality for top dollar. Never again. Waiter followed us to the streets demanding higher tip!!
(2)Brigette S.
Food is below average and overpriced. Management IS NOT friendly, does not care about customer service ( YES YOU CHRIS " GENERAL MANAGER " ) general A$$. Save your money and go elsewhere.
(1)Adam C.
Only reason why this place gets one star is for the muffins. Everything else is just not good and WAY overpriced. $8 for an orange juice! Come on son.
(1)Ian C.
I am at the stage now where I need to find kid friendly brunch places and this is one of them. It took the space of an old steak house, its pretty big. The food is all good, nothing crazy amazing but all done well. We had the lobster mac and cheese, crab guacamole (they dont skimp on the crab), and lemon pancakes. The sausage sides were great. I didnt particularly love the Kale ceaser but my wife's frittata was well cooked. All in all a good meal, and great for kiddies.
(3)Lucy C.
Really enjoyed my brunch here today. Service was friendly and truthful, decor was simple and trendy, ambiance was bright and comfortable. lots of seating here so I expect you wouldn't have to wait much. Great menu! Couldn't decide what to get 'cause my boyfriend and I wanted it all. I would recommend getting the four flower juice if you want a refreshing beverage to start. Just pure blended tropical fruits. Boyfriend ordered the farmer's omelette (leeks, ham, potato, guyere), which I thought was perfect, but he complained was a little bland. Tip: add some jam, it tastes great! Got it with a side of scone and jam. Scone alone was okay but with the butter and jam was soft and sweet--mmm. He also ordered a side of pork sausages and apricot jam. Sausages were cooked right (not recommended for those who like 'em smokey and over-done). Apricot jam added the most amazing flavor--sweet and zesty. I ordered the seared ahi tuna, which was encrusted with sesame. Wow the tune was so soft and fresh. The sesame didn't add much flavor but it did a nice texture. It came with a bok choy salad that I was afraid wouldn't be good, but the light dressing. along with the oranges, grapefruits, scallions, cilantros, and shiitake mushrooms really added a punch to it. Definitely a very different salad that I had never tried before and really enjoyed. The salad may look like a small portion but I guarantee you it is very filling. Overall the bill came out to $60, not including tip. So not a cheap brunch but I would definitely recommend coming here. Great for a nice romantic brunch on a nice day. Why not 5 stars then? Well the food really took way too long to come out and my seat was filthy. The busers must have completely forgotten to clean it. Felt like a playground of kids just emptied their sneakers on the bench I was going to sit my ass down on.
(4)Dan V.
Terrible service. My coffee went cold by the time the server brought the cream and a spoon. Extremely inattentive and yet the place wasn't even busy. Mediocre food and very overpriced. Would never go back.
(1)Ww H.
In short - Above avg NYC prices for highway diner food and service. Came here with wife, mother in law and my baby for a mother's day breakfast. The only thing this place has going for it is the decor. Spacious, clean and beautifully decorated. Service: - waitress was a no-show the entire time, never introduced herself, rushed us at every corner, lacked general sense of a waitress' purpose in driving business - had only one cup of coffee the entire time...never was asked for another - hostess...the brunette with a yellow sweater and black dress (mother's day breakfast time) was absolutely horrendous. Rude, short and gave me the lookdown (and I'm a dude!) after she literally pushed me out of the way to let other customers through! I was more than eager to let her through, but she didn't even smile or acknowledge me until the push/look. AGHhh. i nearly lost it after having already been overcharged for such bad food/service. Food: - I had the Goldie lox - lox omelette. Was fine, no complaints there. It came with a dry muffin - which is suspect since we were there at 8:30 am. - wife had the braised rib - was ok...way too much herbs in it made it difficult to eat. - in-law liked her omelette...not sure what she got Price: - the price is the kicker here. I was expecting better service, and higher quality food for paying $19 an omelette and $4 for a coffee. I never mind paying more for food...but this felt more like a highway-diner experience. So many other options. Stay away.
(1)Vishal C.
Had brunch here on Sunday; we had reservations for a group of 8 early afternoon. The place is huge- which for me is not a bad thing- we were seated fairly promptly and politely. It took some time for us to place and receive our food but from the amount of reservations and the fact its Brunch- completely understandable. I ordered the Salmon Eggs Benedict and the pickled Bloody Mary- both I was extremely happy with. The poached eggs were cooked and shaped to perfection (maybe they use a mold? Regardless they were fantastic! We had to order the Bloody Mary separately ($10-$12) as they did not have a brunch special but well worth it! I am dinging a star because we did not receive the syrup with our waffles and then took well over 20mins for it to come and for such a heavy traffic brunch location, I would expect a brunch special. Saying that- I look forward to trying their classic eggs benedict next time- and of course another pickled bloody mary!
(3)Calvin D.
The Lemon Ricotta Pancakes were a big disappointment. I had been hearing rave reviews about them for a long time and I went with my girlfriend and her mom for brunch last weekend. The pancakes were very dense and not fluffy at all. They weren't creamy because of the ricotta either. At first I thought they were undercooked, but it seemed like they were cooked all the way through, still confused about what happened there. We also ordered the Adult Grilled Cheese - three kinds of cheese served on a pretzel roll. This wasn't too bad - I alternated between dipping it in the tomato soup that came with it and spreading some of the mustard on the pretzel roll. It didn't quite make up for the Lemon Ricotta Pancakes, but at least I wasn't left hungry.
(3)Nicole D.
Very disappointed. Stopped in for New Year's Day brunch without a reservation & was told the wait was only 15 minutes... 40 minutes later after everyone else was seated (including those who came in after us w/out reservations) we were seated after asking for a 2nd time what the hold up was. Adding insult to injury, one of the hostesses had the nerve to say we had walked away ... nope, we were sitting right on the bench next to the hostess station the entire time. We felt ignored the entire time, I practically had to flag down the waiter w water. Our basket of muffins was cold and we had to ask for (and then wait) for butter/jelly and plates. Our drinks took forever and we didn't get our coffee at first bc our waitress "couldn't find mugs". After all of this we got our French toast and waffle .... meh. I have had much better food at less expensive places with MUCH better service. This place is not worth it and I will not ever be going back.
(2)Abigail G.
Great dining experience! Went here for brunch with my friend.. Fantastic service. The salmon eggs are essential. The mimosas were great and the service was excellent. Very trendy ambience. Favorite brunch place in NYC for sure!!
(4)Samantha S.
I love going to brunch at Sarabeth's. I've been to this location and the one at Central Park South. I prefer this location. The other one is good, however, it's just a bit too uptown "hoity toity" for me. This location has much more space and is more down to earth. I'm not going to lie, the dishes are fresh and good, but almost forgettable. So why am I giving Sarabeth's 4 stars? Again, the food is always fresh and well made. I love that my savory egg breakfasts always come with my choice of a scone. I always go for the pumpkin :-) The bloody mary's are worth a 5 star yelp category of their own. They are definitely in my top 3 list of bloody mary's in new york city. There's enough there for 2.5 people! A MUST for brunch at one point or another.
(4)Leslie T.
Our party of 12 had brunch here one day and everyone loved it. I highly recommend Sarabeth's.
(5)Linda Z.
Came here for an early lunch and got the Eggs Benedict. Eggs were perfectly poached, hollandaise was ok (albeit a little lacking in flavor), but the whole thing sat on bread that was clearly fresh, nicely thick, yet somehow less satisfying than the usual english muffin. It was good. I would have it again were I to find myself there. But I wouldn't go out of my way to repeat the meal.
(3)Amanda C.
I know that Sarabeth's is known for it's brunch but came here for dinner on Friday. The place was surprisingly empty but the overall decor was nice and the restaurant was spacious on the inside. The outdoor seating was great, and service was really fast/friendly. I had the tuna, and my friend had the salmon. Everything was well-done but nothing extraordinary. Would want to try it out for brunch next time.
(3)Jon Z.
Lots of growing pains for the latest Sarabeth's this Father's Day. Way understaffed so we rarely saw our waiter. This location also lacks the warmth of the other locations - very stodgy.
(2)K H.
We had a party of six at noon for brunch on a Friday. I wanted to try this location because of my positive experiences at the Upper East Side and Central Park South locations. The cozy and friendly atmosphere of those locations is NOT echoed here on Park Avenue South. The hostess was positively bizarre (to the point of distraction), rolling her eyes at customers while they were seated and making incredibly rude faces at whole tables. It was nearly comedic if it weren't actually a dining experience. Our wait staff was perfunctory and brusque. The food was predictably good but not exceptional. I would not return. The overall experience was not a cozy brunch along the lines of the Sarabeth's I have come to know and enjoy for so many years.
(3)Molly G.
Five of us went to Sarabeth's for lunch on a Saturday at 1pm. We had a reservation and were sat right away. The space is very large and bright, though it doesn't have much character and reminds me of a hotel restaurant. I had never been to a Sarabeth's before, and was interested to try it out, though I was a little hesitant since I knew it would be pricey. We each ordered one cocktail, and one entree, and the bill came out to $154.60, tip not included. After splitting the bill and paying my portion of the tip, I ended up paying about $37 for a meal I thought was mediocre at best. My "pineapple" mimosa, a special for the day ($12), did not taste any different than a regular mimosa. I ordered the garden omelette ($16), and for that price I was expecting it to taste much better than your standard diner egg dish, which it did not. I was disappointed - some of my eggs were runny, there were not many veggies and the cheese was not evenly spread throughout the omelette. It was a little on the cold side, and my toast was not at all warm. Another member of our table got fries with her burger, and these arrived cold as well. The staff was almost too attentive, stopping by every few minutes to clear plates or refill waters, and it gave the entire meal a rushed atmosphere. Overall, I would not come here again. It was overpriced and not a good value, and there are much better options in this neighborhood.
(2)Sara O.
The host is so snobby. And the serves wasn't so great ether. The food is okay... It's not bad or great. It's eatable. I think the price is too much for the food tho.
(1)Donna T.
I made a reservation for brunch to celebrate my daughters birthday during our trip to NY. We arrived on time but we still had to wait for our table, even though there were plenty of open tables. They sat us in the very back of the restaurant, near the bathroom corridor and an uncomfortable draft. The food was ok, nothing special. The service was horrid. We had to ask three times for a second cup of coffee, which finally arrived after we had finished eating.
(2)Lauren W.
Have been here a few times for brunch over the last few months. PROS - The muffins and homemade jams are excellent - Nice, open layout and decor - Good for larger groups and space for strollers CONS - Mediocre Food - Extremely overpriced (would be justified if the food were exceptional) - Poor, unfriendly service The cons are basically the 3 most important qualities I would assume most people look for in a quality restaurant. Would recommend their other locations, but this one just falls short.
(2)Paul A.
I had the pancakes and French toast both were very good but for the prices I think I was just expecting more. Service was very good I sat right at the bar. overall I would say it was a 3.5 star experience and if I was in the area I would probably try it again.
(3)Joey X.
I really want to like Sarabeth's, since it's one of my friend's favorite brunch spots. Maybe the Sarabeth's at other locations are better--but this one was definitely no competition to Penelope's a block away at all. My boyfriend and I went to Sarabeth's on a holiday morning at 9am, and most of the restaurant was empty so we were comfortably seated in a quiet corner. We ordered the muffin basket with preserves ($12), the granola/fruit/yogurt, and jalapeno eggs. Overall, the muffin basket was good (the pumpkin and banana are the best), the granola/yogurt was completely not memorable (nowhere near as good as the comparable dish at Petit Abeille) and the jalapeno eggs were too cheesy. Also it didn't come with potatoes/greens on the side, but instead with a croissant--it wasn't as enjoyable. Is Sarabeths trying to save on ingredients or something? We felt slightly rushed here as well, which was shocking given that the restaurant was mostly empty. We didn't experience any issues with service (Ashley was super friendly) but overall I wish we'd been left alone a little more to just enjoy our meal and relax. Sarabeths is not a bad brunch spot by any means. It's just a far cry from Penelope's.
(2)Sarah W.
I know this location is new but it needs some serious work. Why does there need to be 6 staff members huddled around the desk as you walk in? Having all these people stare at you when you walk in is uncomfortable and even worse as you wait to be seated you will hear the staff snickering about patrons! If you plan on going early to get a table and your entire party is not present, you can forget about being seated. They want to make sure that your entire party is present before being seated! We had a party of 4 and three of us were already there - no luck getting a table! We told the hostess, who by the way needs some more customer service training, that our third guest will be there in 10 min and we wanted to start having our drinks - no luck. Can you believe that a restaurant is dumb enough to refuse a party that is wanting to order alcoholic drinks?? We all know thats where they make the most money! Anyways, I wouldnt recommend this location just due to very poor customer service at the front desk.. However, the servers were wonderful. By the way, there is no need to have 6 people at the front when not a single one of them say hello, and worse - talk behind patrons backs!
(2)Samuel C.
DAY/TIME OF DAY: Sunday @ 11:00am WAIT TIME: None, despite not having a reservation; however, there was a 20 minute wait when we finished at noon FOOD ORDERED: Lemon ricotta pancakes for the wife and short rib hash for myself plus a diet coke. FOOD QUALITY: Average at best. Having had breakfast at Clinton St Baking Company the prior two days, it was easy to tell that this wasn't on the same level for either dish. SERVICE: Excellent and attentive without being overbearing PRICE: $50 including tax and tip MISCELLANEOUS: Since we didn't have reservations, we got seated at a small round table which was barely enough room for our two dishes. Try to avoid sitting at these tables by the bar area if at all possible.
(3)Eric D.
Revising my initial review of a 2 to a 1 after comparing a few more brunches elsewhere. The quality for the price is simply outrageous. An eggs Benedict, for instance, cost $19 and it was, at best, average. Service wasn't great either when we thought about it more. My gf's latte was lukewarm, and after asking twice, it still came out lukewarm; horrible service.
(1)Buo Z.
I came here for brunch expecting really good food and really good service. The cute names given for each dish set me up for a world of disappointment. We waited about 20 minutes before our waiter finally came to the table - this was super annoying as I noticed he might have only had two other tables in the same area. I ordered the four flowers juice to start ($7) and received a semi-decent juice that was literally less than half a small wine cup of juice. I drank it in two gulps. I was definitely not pleased. The juices here are such a rip-off. After telling the waiter about how little juice there was for each order, he proceeded to pressure me into buying more of this overpriced juice or other drinks that were clearly a rip off. It was just awfully annoying. Service was the worst out of everything. Food-wise, we started off with the crab guacamole served with chips. The chips were gross - I would have preferred crackers or something less oily or more durable to scoop up the crab and guacamole. The chips kept breaking and it was so hard to scoop up the guac. The crab was quite delicious since it was pretty fresh and blended well with the guac. Next we got the papa bear "porridge" which was just plain oatmeal with a few pieces of strawberry and a small banana chopped up. This is not porridge in the least. We waited about 5 minutes before someone finally came over to our table so that we could get some honey. No one ever bothered asking how our food was. I had to put in lots of honey to make this "porridge" taste semi-decent. McDonald's has better oatmeal than this and that is only a few bucks. We also ordered the Popeye Eggs which was OK - nothing great. This might be the worst brunch spot I've ever been to. Bring back Prime House please.
(1)Li J.
I liked the food well enough. I had the adult grilled cheese. Nice sandwich and nice fries. What more can you want? Easy location. Service was terrible. My friend didn't like her chicken pot pie very much - said it was better at other locations. Either way, I have been introduced to the Sarabeth chain and will likely continue visiting - it's reliably decent food.
(3)Carrey W.
This is a great, comfortable place to have brunch in Manhattan. The food is good, the service was great, the wait was not too long. The only problem is that this place is pricey. If only the price goes down a little bit, this would be one of my favorite spots to eat. Oh well.
(4)Sonia S.
The food was delicious but the service was horrible. Waiter brought one mimosa and forgot the other one for myself and took forever to bring it. I asked for extra strawberries and syrup to pour on my french toast and they took forever to bring it that i had to stop eating my meal.
(4)Bjorn P.
Huge space, comfortable and bustling. Made reservations the day before. Very good coffee, omelette (jalapeño cheddar) and buttermilk pancakes. Friends had the goat cheese spinach and vegetable omlettes. There were a lot of eggs - but both the omlettes and the pancakes were fluffy. The service was friendly but forgetful. For such a large space they only had two bathrooms. The muffins were ok. Croissants ok.
(3)Jacqueline T.
Sarabeth's has opened a huge, well-appointed outpost here in my 'hood and I must say it's a very welcome addition. I've been there three times now - for lunch, brunch and dinner - and it's been a delightful experience each time. the food, while not wildly inventive or overly spectacular, was very good, not insanely overpriced (a miracle considering how much rent the cavernous space must cost!) and unlike other Yelpers who felt the service was sub-par, we had attentive, friendly servers willing to go the extra mile for customers. their four-cheese grilled cheese on pretzel bread was a hit, although I'd personally say skip the sandwich and order the absolutely delicious accompanying bowl of Velvety Tomato Soup on its own. other standouts include a yummy Chicken Pot Pie, a tasty Scrambled Eggs Popover (although I found the popover itself to be rather tasteless) and a damn fine Lobster Roll. I also recommend a glass of their wonderfully refreshing White Sangria! as for dessert - and YES, you must leave room for it - the Cherry Crumb Pie was a good balance of sweet and tart, but I'd skip it all and go DIRECTLY to the outrageous "Flight of Ice Cream Sandwiches". they were OUT OF THIS WORLD and big enough to cut in half so everyone gets a good taste of each! and by all means, take home some of her fabulous cookies! I'm not sure if they take reservations, but brunch gets pretty crowded, so plan ahead for a possible wait if they don't. it is very family friendly (great place for Mom's birthday or Mother's Day!) and wheelchair accessible, but beware, it's a curiously tight squeeze through a bizarre, narrow opening to the dining area in my motorized chair. other than that, I highly recommend it!
(4)Srish A.
Came here for dinner and it was pretty deserted, which felt weird since it's such a large place. My tomato soup was good - creamy and flavourful. The mac and cheese was alright, a little too rich, and we couldn't eat it all even though we split it between two people. Overall an OK experience but nothing special, especially for the price.
(3)Jenn Y.
I decided to go to this Sarabeth despite the Yelp reviews. However, most of these reviews are pretty accurate. Don't expect to be greeted normally like other restaurants. Instead, you will have about 3-4 "greeters" stare at you. No smile, nothing. Don't get me wrong, the food was excellent and as good as the other Sarabeth I went to. However, the service at this location is downright horrible. Our server was excellent (a bit rushed because this location is busy). The horrible service comes from the so-called "greeters" who apparently aren't allowed to get me a knife because they aren't "servers". I don't know what is so hard about getting a customer a knife so that they can eat their food. Yes, this location is more modern and is larger inside but I'd honestly rather go to a smaller Sarabeth where the service is better and where I am treated like a customer.
(2)Laurie C.
Went for drink and late-ish supper. Zzzzzz.
(2)Fred J.
Went in to buy jam. That's all, just jam. The service, or lack there of, was ridiculous. Took 20 minutes to get change.
(2)Suzy Q.
So we finish choosing a wedding gown for my daughter and decide to try this place. There are 6 of us happy but hungry. What did I like about my experience? The food was very generous and plated well. That's it! The coffee came late and cold. Soup came late and cold. Muffins arrived with no jam n jelly (even after 3 requests) couldn't get any ketchup for our eggs. No refills on the coffee. 2 requests for sugar got us that. We were handed our bill over a table overloaded with dirty dishes. I had to sign it on my lap under the table. This happened last Friday, so if anyone in charge there cares they can correct this bad behavior for future customers. Ps.. The meal cost me $240.00. As I was walking out the waitress (empty handed) asks me if I'd like change. I paid with plastic.
(1)Michelle H.
Review for brunch. Tip: come early otherwise you will need to wait. Hubby and I wanted to check out the new spot, given the limited brunch options in the neighborhood. Of course I had the french toast ($16), but decided to try the almond one instead of the plain. Definitely the right bread, but the batter it was soaked/dipped in, lacked in flavor. Even though the almonds added a nice crunch and some flavor, there was something still missing. All in all though, this dish was average, but I would come back every now and then as there aren't many places that make french toast well. As for the hubby, he had the classic eggs benedict. He said it was pretty good, but not sure if it was worth the $18. Parts of the english muffin was too hard to cut, let alone chew. We also ordered the home fries ($7), which were good. Our server was attentive and the space is nice. Great for groups and for a calm, relaxed brunch. Good addition to the neighborhood and will be back, but I wouldn't go out of my way to come here.
(3)D O.
They took over the old Park Ave Country Club aka Prime House space. The room and bar still look as they did with Prime House - all in all, nice. Went here for brunch....The bloodies are no good. Where's the heat? Where's the booze? What's up w/ the slaw, other than getting stuck in my straw? And the baked goods....I thought the name sake was some sort of baking wonder. My 2cents. Skip it.
(1)Vincent Y.
$20 crab cake. The fries were great. Definitely 5/5 spicy, garlic kick. The crab cake tasted like ... university dining hall crab cake. Not much taste, sandwiched between lots of bread and honestly just wasn't good. The reviews are right--don't come unless you're willing to overpay for some nice lighting.
(2)G C.
I hate to give such a poor review for two reasons. #1 I ahve been to Sarabeth's CPS location a few years ago and had a very good experience and #2 it is a new addition to my neighborhood that I wanted to like. But they earned this rating based on a horrible experience. We came on Sunday for my sister's birthday and were a party of five. I remember the decor from when it was Primehouse and they left it pretty much as is since it was a nice large room. Our party of 5 ordered- 2 french toasts- apple cinnamon and almond crusted, scrambled egg popover, duck pastrami sandwich, and lobster roll. I got the four flowers jucie which is delicious, but they gave it to me in a wine glass and filled it 1/3 of the way. Really? If you're going to charge $8 for juice give me a full glass. They are obviously trying to get you to drink up and ask for refills. Long story short, that was the least of our problems. We waited nearly an hour for our food to come. An hour for a couple of breakfast dishes that take about 5 minutes, a COLD lobster roll that just needs to be thrown on a bun. And in between we saw our waitress a few times and not once did she mention anything about the food coming out, nor did she issue an apology for the wait. When the food finally came out, they only brought 3 of our plates out while me and my sister's bf had to wait another 10 mins. We just told everyone to start eating because they had already waited so long and were starved. When they came back with the remaining two plates, they wound up giving me an egg dish which was wrong since I ordered the apple cinnamon french toast. When I told the server it was wrong he gave me the "deer in the headlights" blank stare. After whisking it away, I was now nearly an hr and a half into the meal and hadn't eaten a thing. My mother stopped eating her meal halfway and started offering me bites. 15 mins later, they come back and again ITS THE WRONG DISH! This time just the regular french toast not the apple cinnamon I wanted. I mean really? This is glorified diner fare not complicated dishes involving molecular gastronomy. It was a simple order and there is no excuse for messing this up twice. At this point, the manager finally came over because I'm sure someone alerted him of their mistakes and how frustrated we were. He apologized profusely, saying the server was new and this and that, but we were all pissed off. I have a hard time believing it was just our server's fault. Seems like the kitchen is very confused. It was supposed to be an enjoyable birthday brunch for my sister but it wound up turning into a disastrous embarassment. The last thing we wanted to do was complain and cause a scene, especially with her bf present but we had no choice. When the correct order finally made the table, it honestly wasn't special. The french toast had a dollop of apple compote and a few raisins and bananas scattered on top. Not a huge portion either. I inhaled it since I was famished in about 2 minutes flat and didn't even enjoy it. My whole family had already finished their meal by then. On a side note, I could tell they were thrilled with their meals either but didn't want to add fuel to the fire. I felt terrible for my sister, as she picked out Sarabeth's and was excited about having a celebratory birthday brunch to be enjoyed with her family and boyfriend. Obviously, they comped my meal and offered a round of free drinks (which they managed to also mess up) but by then the damage was done. I know they are new but after 2 months there is no excuse for such terrible service snafus and miscues from the kitchen. Especially when Sarabeth's has 10 locations and should have this place running like a well-oiled operation. Sad to say but we will not be back. We have had better meals at IHOP for 1/5 the price.
(1)John F.
The food was fine. The service was fine. The atmosphere was fine. But what bugged me the most about Sarabeth's is that, while dining here with my husband and our 1 year old son, we were unable to find a place to change his diaper after discovering that neither the men's restroom nor the two handicapped accessible restrooms had a changing station installed. On a hunch, I asked a female friend to check in the women's restroom for a changing station. Sure enough, there it was. Undeterred, my husband and I knocked, then entered the women's restroom and changed our son with one standing sentry to alert any potentially offended female guests. It's a sad state of affairs for gender equality and for men raising children (either with another man or alone) that an establishment thinks that having a changing station in the women's restroom is sufficient.!If you like your steak frites with a side of gender inequality, eat here. If not, I suggest dining elsewhere.
(2)Angela P.
I came here with my family for Mother's Day. The place itself is really cute. The server was really nice too. I thought it was kind of awkward that there are workers standing next to the host stand doing nothing. What are they doing there? The food was just blah to me. I ordered the Salmon Eggs Benedict, and it was not filling at all. It came out almost cold too. By the end of the meal, I was still hungry. I would probably not come here again.
(2)Brittany C.
Very efficient staff and only a 20 minute wait on a busy Sunday for brunch. Mimosa and Bloody Mary was excellent. The food was extraordinary. Probably a little pricey to most, but it is NYC. It is definitely worth the money. Will recommend this place to anyone and can't wait to go back.
(5)Tom W.
The tables here are so close together that I had to listen to the annoying girl next to me talk about how she's attending seminars on dating and how good guys are so hard to find. The food was prompt and of decent quality. The worst thing about this place is the price - its a glorified diner but 3x as expensive. $7 for an Orange Juice is absolute theft!
(2)Andrea T.
So Stressful.... We went for DINNER...our first time there, my sister lives on Park Ave South ., ....we had a 645pm reservation at the high tables in the bar with our parents for Pre-Easter dinner...not crowded in the bar at all ....Nobody at the bar all night, in fact...From the reviews it looks like this is really a BRUNCH PLACE..and dinner could be out of their wheelhouse at this stage of evolution....i am so bummed out because the pic's of dinners at the other locations look amazing...Our waiter albeit sweet kid, informed us immeadiatly that he was a "morning guy" and he had not one clue about even one thing on the menu..nothing at all...I am beyond pissed that they gave us a brunch only waiter on a Saturday Night....he knew nothing and when asked said he would find out and never did...I had to google my questions at the table..Two of us got the the Sarah lemonade drinks, mine was brown, hers was yellowish...I asked him why different colors, he said, must have been two different people making the drinks. Are you kidding ? it was one of the signature drinks named after the owner Sarah with her homeade lemonade.......he didnt even know which color was the one it should be..We brought a bottle Petite Verdot with us that needed to breath (it was obviously red)....We had to instruct him to open it as he was not offering and definitely didnt understand the concept of red breathing before the entree is served...App's were bar snacks...Chick Pea Fries were pretty good and some way overfried crab beignets.....after waiting for what seemed forever all our food started coming at once..Everyone's salad and entree was trying to come to our small table simoultaneously.....Somehow this brunch waiter kid thought we wanted everything , which entailed three salads and five full entrees, at our table ALL AT THE SAME TIME....WHAT THE HECK..who eats like that?... Oh Ya, brunch is served that way.....They took the entrees away and gave us just the salads...now I am terrified because where did five full priced entrees go? I doubt very much if they ate the costs of Pork Tenderloin, Scallops, Sirloin, & Striped Bass...My parents were here from Boston and this was supposed to be a great nite at a sort of trendy neighborhood place near my sisters place and they had been wanting to try it for a month....After feeling rushed through our salads, the entrees start to return with a new waiter George, that seemed to know what he was doing ..All entrees exept two and despite having a computer two feet away, our new waiter didnt know what dishes were missing. One of the delayed entrees shows up and now everyone has their entree except me and they say it will come soon..a little too soon....2-3 minutes later extremely underseared , cool to the touch, scallops show up..At this point I am convinced that there is not a trained sous chef at this location....and where is the Head Chef on a saturday night, allowing these sadly seared scallops to go to the table? Is he at home getting rested up for the real mealtime here.....Brunch ? We send them back to be cooked more, but now all is lost for me and I am so stressed and so hungry I said thank you anyway, very nicely...I excused myself, very quietly and they removed the scallops from the check, and then I went home to walk the dog never to return . My family had to muddle through the rest of the dinner and a new great waiter George finished because the brunch kid had left...My mother though they fired him but I think his Brunch shift was just probably well over, seeing as thought it was now almost 9pm.....This Park Ave South location is whatever ......convienent, if you live in the neighborhood and want BRUNCH OR A BURGER, or a pizza...or you if you are a very unsophisticated diner and want trendy ambience ..I wouldnt make a special trip here for a normal three course dinner and Brunch definitely looks like it is the real star here. Nightime dining and everything it entails, seems to be an afterthought ....They stayed and had dessert , which they said was good (Sarah, is afterall a Baker First anyway)....Basically,we tried to have dinner at a Brunch Place and it failed in every way. ..Our bad....All of us agreed diner was stressful from beginning to end for everyone at our table which is the last thing anyone needs at dinner on Saturday Night with their family.
(1)Alison K.
This location is quite large with reservations so it is easy to get a spot here on the weekends. However their pastry basket was unimpressive. Doughy scones, dry muffins, and the preserves were a bit sweet for my taste. The flavor of the pumpkin muffin was good though. The frittata was standard, nothing special.
(2)Jonathan B.
Food and decor is great but the service is poor. I have gone twice since it opened on Park -- once for brunch and we waited over an hour. There is limited space for waiting and only one bench to sit... from what I hear they are turning the widow area into a bakery so good luck finding a place to wait on Sunday Brunch. The second time was for dinner on a non-crowded workday evening. We were unimpressed with the speed of service and the restaurant was half empty. Sarabeth's needs to step up their game in this new space.
(3)Jennifer C.
We recently hosted my daughter's baptism brunch at Sarabeth's. I have had brunch there several times and have always been a big fan of the food. The feedback that I received from my guests is that the food was between OK and good. I will say that the portions were very nice and the service was excellent. The venue itself is also very, very nice. I am giving it three stars because I was not thrilled with the event coordinator Jillian. Throughout the process of planning the event, she was not always the easiest person to get in touch with. A few days before the brunch we spoke to finalize the menu etc. and she was not particularly friendly; actually she was pretty dry and it seemed like I was bothering her. On the day of the brunch, she was in and out of our private room overseeing the staff. Didn't bother to introduce herself to me or my husband-after about an hour I had to ask her if she was Jillian. When it came time to pay the bill, she overcharged me for the kids. She did correct the bill after we discussed the charges, but again, her delivery left a lot to be desired and was certainly not what I expected after spending a pretty penny on the brunch.
(3)Phillip W.
Really fun packed sunday brunch atmosphere. Very friendly and endearing server. Food was good but nothing out of this world. I had the crab cake which i'd give a 3.75 out of 5. I tried the lemon-ricotta pancakes which were nice as was the french toast. All very solid but nothing out of control good. that said, we had a really nice time and sat at an awesome circular booth table--one of my family's favorite seating arrangements (if one can have such a thing)! and this place has a bunch of these!
(4)Andrea C.
A good friend brought me here for my birthday this week. When she made the reservation she requested a booth because she wears a hearing aid and booths usually provide a quieter setting. Although we arrived on time for the reservation, her request wasn't honored. Not good. Both of us ordered from the $26 prix fixe menu. It included soup or salad and a choice of three or four entrees, but no dessert. That seemed a little high, even by NYC lunch standards, but it was a special occasion. Both of us ordered scallops as an entree. It included a modest-size serving of mashed potatoes topped by slivers of apple, all surrounded by some kind of sauce. Very, very tasty, but there were only three scallops, and each one was about the size of a man's thumb nail. Really? For $26? What a rip-off. Our server seemed distracted every time she came near our table and the noise level was high. There are so many other great options in NYC, we'll never go back here again. I gave the restaurant two stars only because the food--despite the meager portions--was tasty.
(2)K R.
The iced tea is $5.
(1)Leon E.
I don't get these negative reviews. I ate dinner here with my mother and everything was fine. The service was maybe a tad slow but not terrible. Everyone was very nice. The room felt very spacious unlike most restaurants in NYC where you feel as if people are sitting on top of you. And everything we ate ranged from competently prepared to delicious. I had a Rainbow Trout in a papillote that was very moist and fresh. My mother had a Farm Chicken that was also very moist and delicious with a tasty gravy that was just right--not overwhelming. The creme brulee was a real treat. A tad noisy but my mother could hear me fine, which isn't true in some restaurants such as Les Halles down the street. Nice crowd too. Everything made me want to come back. Lighten up folks.
(4)Eva L.
Bright and beautiful space! Perfect ambiance for a nice lunch. Staff are all incredibly friendly. I had the crab cake sandwich served with fries and a salad, and a raspberry bread pudding for dessert - all was delicious. Will be coming back to try brunch and dinner!
(5)Lori L.
I should have read the reviews before paying over $40 for my share of a mediocre brunch with horrible service. The food was fine but definitely not worth the price and the service was some of the worst I have ever had. With so many good places to have brunch in the city I will not be going back.
(2)Steven M.
Went for breakfast. Just didn't quite have its act together. Had to ask twice for coffee refill. After clearing table, didn't pick up that had no spoon to stir coffee after having another cup. If you just want eggs, bacon, toast (instead of the fancy concoctions on the menu) you have to order all as side dishes. More expensive than ordering main menu items. Doesn't make much sense.
(2)Vanessa S.
Very good pancakes. Waiter was kind of rude he didn't become nice to us until the bill was coming. I guess he wanted a good tip.
(3)Toni W.
Excellent restaurant. This location isn't as charming as the Central Park South location - more business-like. But the food is just as good. Wonderful breakfasts. Service good.
(5)Great W.
Had the prix-fix lunch. The strip steak bearnaise sauce tasted funny. But the cream of tomato soup was expertly cooked...yummy and satisfy. The pumpkin tart dessert was fair. Why the low rating? The waiter appeared to be annoyed that I wanted change from my bill. The lunch was approximately $65 and I left the suggested 18% tip of $11. I'm not sure of why the attitude.
(2)Steve G.
Nothing bad to say. It is not packed to the rim during happy hour, so you can actually fit in and be noticed by the bar tender. All of the food is good, alot of the dishes are not original, but they are good, so are fine. I've had the kale salad, cheese plate, fish of the day, sliders, prosciutto fig sandwiches, pizza, pumpkin pie....all was very good. Not much else to say. Some comments say this place is expensive, but when you compare it to most restaurants in the area, it really isn't. Yeah, some items are $1-$2 more than elsewhere, but the price difference isn't really something you notice. I like Sarabeths!
(5)D K.
I don't get this place. It's basically a diner with a fine dining facade. Prices are absurd for what you get and the food is nothing special. I had an omelette that was obviously pumped with egg filler. "Famous" pastries tasted processed. Staff were friendly but seemed rather confused. I wanted to keep a plate at my table and I was asked literally 4 times if I wanted my plate cleared. When there's that much confusion, you can't really blame the staff but their management. Long wait time, food was a disappointment. This place is packed with tourists as well. New york has plenty of other great small brunch places with amazing deals, this place just doesn't make sense.
(1)S S.
Despite the absurdly expensive cost for juice, this is a wonderful place for brunch. Waits on a weekend are somewhat minimal (20 minutes or so) and the food is always consistent. A little on the expensive side, but a nice place.
(4)Lala W.
Brunch food is ok. Great pumpkin muffins. Music selection at dinner was unappealing, so we left.
(3)Nisha S.
Went for a celebratory lunch with a group of about 10. Everything seemed to be going OK, until the orders started rolling out. Everyone's food slowly came out. My entree was no where to be seen. It took the scatterbrained waitress a few minutes to realize and then she asked me if I had ordered a garden omelette, I said no, I ordered the popover eggs. She said, I'm sorry I forgot to put the order in, I'll go put it in now. That was the first and last apology. Everyone was 3/4 through their meal when my food came out which I had to then scarf down so as not to delay the meal. Usually you are offered ketchup with eggs. Nope. I had to get up and find a busboy at the other side of the restaurant to get ketchup since there was no sign of anyone checking on us. He took his time in bringing it out. Then, when the busboy came to clear the dishes, he tried to take my dish without asking if I was done eating. The scatterbrained waitress, saw me still eating and came and placed the check next to me since she knew we were in a rush but she really should not have added insult to injury by placing it near me. Check included a nice 20% gratuity for the incompetent waitress and did not take off my meal or include anything to make up for their mistake. Second and last time (definitely, at this location). Sarabeth's food is ok but overpriced for what it is and crappy service. Go elsewhere!
(1)Anna B.
The ambience is great and the service was very good. The crab guacamole appetizer was very good but having potato chips instead of tortilla chips was a little strange, but still ok. But my lobster roll had a very strange flavor, almost chemical - pretty gross - and there were pieces of lobster shell in it. One piece was so big that if I didn't see it I definitely would have choked. I've never had big pieces of shell in a lobster roll before. I was with a colleague and a client or I would have sent it back.
(2)Kim B.
I came to Sarabeths on a snowy, windy day. It was quite miserable. I was meeting up with a friend, and it happened to be a convenient location for the both of us. Based on the reviews online, I was willing to give it a chance. We were seated right away, and actually, were some of the only ones in there. The decor/atmosphere is much fancier than I anticipated, with interesting colors, wide, spacious, bright, and funky floors and walls. I was impressed, and it added more class than I was expecting. When looking at the prices, I was astounded. For breakfast, everything was extremely over priced. I know it is NYC... but for brunch... it was literally outrageous. I am the type of person that typically orders Pancakes, french toast, or eggs. But here, i was not willing to waste my money on something so pricy. I went with the yogurt, fruit, and granola with a side of bacon. While my meal was good, it was average and didn't have a unique flare. Either the food needs to become better quality to match the prices, or the prices need to go down.
(3)Maggie C.
My experience at Sarabeth's unfortunately did not meet my expectations. The menu was very welcoming and fairly priced. My boyfriend and I were seated quickly outside which had a very nice atmosphere. We were sitting for about 20 minutes before a waiter came to take our drink order which at that time we had already decided on our meals. Our food came out quickly, yet we still had not received our drinks. The food was respectable. My boyfriend finished his whole meal, Lobster pasta. I ordered a Grilled Chicken BLT which to my surprise did not have bacon on it! I did not bother saying anything about this because I did not want to wait any longer to eat. After we finished our meals we waited another 20 minutes before receiving our check. We had to ask another waiter. Unsure of the reason we received horrible service. We left the waiter a deservingly underpriced tip ($2.80) of a $57 bill. All in all, I do not think I will be returning to Sarabeth's!
(2)Karlin B.
Came at lunch time, the place is huge and we were seated immediately. We were waiting on another person and after we got our drinks the waitress basically ingored us until we asked a bussboy to get our waitress. We ordered just appetizers and said we would order the mains when our companion arrived and then she took our menus. She should have left them because we still had the rest of the meal to order. The muffins and jams were pretty good, the green salad with the roasted pit fruits was a bit dissapointing. We thought we would get more than 3 slices of fruit with it and it was hard to tell that they were roasted. The table was really wobbly, which was annoying but a bussboy took care of it quickly and efficiently. The quinoa ahi tuna was really wonderful however the salad bed that it came on was super spicy! No where did it say that the dressing was spicy, I couldn't eat more than a bite of it. The tuna salad was just okay. The four flowers juice tasted like any other smoothy and was unexciting. The waitors and bussboys are disjointed. We asked to have our extra muffins boxed up and the waitress took them, and then two minutes later a bussboy returned them in the same basket. I do however really appreciate that the manager walks the floor and checks up on parties. But I believe he does that only because the waiters and busser are not on top of things. Overall too expensive for what you get. The decor is nice and they have the ability to seat tons of people.
(2)Neelam P.
I was not a fan of the lemon ricotta pancakes here, what a disappointment! Not sure if it was an off day, but the pancakes were hard and had an overwhelming spice....maybe too much nutmeg? The grilled cheese on pretzel bread was decent, but the tomato soup that came with it was pretty delicious. Service the day we went was awful. Our waitress was filled with attitude, obviously having a bad day and taking it out on her customers.
(2)Lindsay B.
Get the popover eggs-- it's really tasty and a huge portion. Skip the four flowers juice!!! Recently I saw another couple order pizza and it looked absolutely delicious, but have not been able to try that yet. Space is also big and a very nice brunch spot for a birthday or other celebration.
(3)Melissa Q.
Went for brunch yesterday. The food was mediocre and overpriced at best. The service was atrocious. We asked our waiter if we could order and he actually rolled his eyes. He stopped waiting on us at some point in the meal. I just can't get over being a namesake like that and literally having that service. Would never recommend.
(1)Robert R.
Had my NYC breakfast here of eggs Benedict. They served it with a arugula salad which was a surprisingly delicious compliment. The EBs were perfect too with just the right hint of citrus, served on top of a light fluffy bread, sourdough maybe? It was good and proportioned well. I see myself coming back and even in the evening for social gathering. Bar area looks like a lot of fun.
(4)Julia C.
4.5 stars. When talking about NYC brunch spots, I've continually heard Sarabeth's, and was happy to finally try out one of the locations recently. We were able to make a reservation on Open Table for this location a few days in advance (some of the others were booked solid). This spot is HUGE - the dining room continues to extend back and back. We enjoyed the $20 brunch beverage package, which includes a choice of mimosa, bellini, bloody mary, sparkling wine or beer. The restaurant let us sit for over three hours and didn't rush us out as we chatted and enjoyed our drinks. For food, I ordered the almond crusted french toast which was phenomenal. Four pieces of thick bread crusted with toasted almonds and served with a sweet strawberry sauce. The regular french toast and salmon eggs benedict were enjoyed by my friends as well. It's a bit pricy, especially if you get the beverage package, but definitely worth it.
(4)Ashish D.
Sarabeth's is what you expect it to be. The food is not exceptional but it is consistently good and also this particular location has lots of seating so it can be a place you go to with a big group when you haven't made reservations before hand. I like their ricotta pancakes, the egg dishes are pretty solid. Do I think the food is overpriced, of course I do, but what makes me go back is the comfort of familiarity. Also special mention has to be made for the orange marmalade, it's awesome.
(3)Evelyn W.
E-Scale: 7/10 Kind of pricey but not bad. Good atmosphere and ambiance. Food isn't too bad, but I'm not a fan of their oatmeal. Regular/non-health food is great. I go here a lot for brunch when I feel like being pampered.
(4)Valentina M.
The service at this location was REALLY slow. There was like only 3 people working & it wasn't even that busy. I didn't like the home fries, they were cold & had no flavor. The tomato soup is the best I ever had though, that is what I live for. Other than that I don't really look forward to going back, I didn't have a great experience.
(2)Emily T.
ehhhhhhhh This place is expensive which you probably already know from the dollar sign thing. But it says 2 dollar signs, which is average I thought but $18 pancakes is not average!! That's mad expensive, yo!! I ended up getting persuaded into "getting what I want" instead of just doing oatmeal or something cheap. I got the vegetable fritatta which was NOT GOOD, I would not ever get it again. We also got crabmeat/guacamole chips appetizer which WAS very good, even though there was not enough chips for the guacamole and I wasn't comfortable enough with the person I was with to be like "i'm just gonna use a spoon and eat this $15 guacamole by itself!" So a lot of it got taken away, uneaten, only to be scraped into the garbage (probably, maybe, maybe not) and to be feasted on by the charismatic rats of NYC. You're welcome, rats. BUT I went again (peer pressure) and got almond french toast and it was muy muy deliciouso. Was it worth $19? Probably not, but that's because $19 is still a lot of money to me. And not worth a meal I spend 20-23 minutes shoving into my mouth. So should you go here? If you like spending $19 on egg soaked bread with some almonds on top, then yes, go. But you could also probably find better. Or cheaper. Or less crowded. But also that's just my opinion, man.
(2)Iqram M.
Incredible food, and normally exceptional service, but at a time when the place was empty, they made a disappointing attempt at accommodating a large party. Now I'm left with a sour taste in my mouth at an establishment I frequent..
(1)Pun B.
This place is much bigger and not as crowded as the Central Park location. It doesn't have as much character--retains none of the feminine "Laura Ashley-like" feel of their older restaurants--feels more like an upscale diner or a hotel restaurant with formica tables and oversized circular booths. The staff are all excellent, from the greeter/host to the waiter to the manager. Very friendly, and they go the extra mile. Host remembered our name on the way out despite it being quite busy! Because we inquired about the potatoes, waiter brought us a tasting of it during our meal. Manager came over to ask us how we were enjoying everything. I had the scrambled egg stuffed popover. The eggs were cooked perfectly--creamy and fluffy, not overdone, loaded with cream cheese and scallions. The popovers were eggy and large. A really unique dish! Little wonder this place is a favorite brunch spot. Unlimited booze for $35 if that's your thing.
(4)Jason S.
Amazing. Not much needs to be said about Sara Beth's. I ordered the eggs benedict, and it was made to perfection. It was rich and tasty. It came with canadian bacon which was delicious. CI went with 6 people, and not a person had a single complaint. The popovers were fantastic. The scene is awesome, and there are so many tables. The place is huge! The waiting staff was very friendly and fast. Highly recommended for a great brunch!!!
(5)Kicking Back Out West M.
It is a hit or miss and noticed that it depends on the season. In the summer, the food becomes meh, perhaps for the decline in patronage due to the summer vacation and the city emptying out. I had the seafood cobb salad one late afternoon, and it was a bit on the yucky side. When you sit at the bar, there is also a strange smell, kind of unpleasant. Sarabeth's serves better food in the winter/autumn...I don't know it is just better. The breakfast is sometimes delicious. However, there are times that I suspect they warm their dishes in the microwave. For example, I once had eggs benedict and the english muffin was warm but the egg was cold on some spots. Also, if you don't dress business casual, they tend to look down on you and give you crappy service (unless you have a favorite waiter and you go when that waiter is in). I have my favorite waiter who is super awesome so I try to go during his shift.
(3)Shiv H.
I came here with some cousins for dinner because it was one of their birthdays. Our orders: Me: Lobster pasta Cousin #1: Turkey burger Cousin #2: Seafood couscous and chickpea fries Cousin #3: Seafood cobb salad All the food tasted fresh and well-seasoned. The chickpea fries, however, just tasted like samosas. The waitress kindly interacted with us but we often waited a while between check ups and wanting to order other courses. We ordered the cookie plate for dessert. It was underwhelming; opt for something else. Other than that, dinner was memorable in a good way. I would come back here again.
(4)Diana S.
This location at Sarabeth's is pretty impressive. Unfortunately, it's the only thing great about it. The food was a big let down. I was torn between ordering 2 appetizers (avocado burrata toast and crab guacamole) versus the crab cake Benedict. I ended up going with the 2 apps at the server's recommendation (which I suspected, in hindsight correctly, because they were more expensive). The crab guac tasted bland as if it was lacking salt and the avocado tasted like it came from a store bought tub. Boyfriend ordered braised short rib hash. Sounds delicious doesn't it? It's really not. The short ribs had no flavor and I've personally made much better. His Bloody Mary tasted like canned tomato sauce in a goblet and was overpriced at 14 dollars. The server took our order and we didn't see him again until he dropped the check. 2 stars because I've tried the location in TriBeCa and it's crowded with a wait for a reason. Do not waste your time eating at this one. Bad food and worse service. Worst 85 dollars I've ever spent for brunch.
(2)Yimei M.
Despite what all the rest of the yelpers have said about this place, this an awesome brunch spot. Maybe I would give a half star less, but just for their small tables!! The decor is chic making it perfect for a brunch or dinner date. The service is always running and filling your water and coffee. That is always a plus in my book. My usual eggs benedict with smoked salmon was divine. Instead of an English muffin, it's some other bread with a crunchy outside and soft inside. (Pardon me, I forgot the name of the bread!) I'm coming back again.
(4)Ryan B.
Their shrimp tasted chewy and old. The atmosphere was sterile. The wait staff was borderline rude.
(2)Jody W.
Had a lovely experience here for a baby shower on Saturday afternoon. We were a large group and were seated in a semi-private area by the front windows. I've been to Sarabeth's uptown but hadn't been to this location. The menu for our shower had several choices for appetizer, main course and dessert. I chose the mixed fruit, lobster roll and chocolate truffle cake. The table was also brought plates of chicken sausage and crispy bacon to share. Everything was absolutely delicious - the portions were huge (some folks had french toast or the eggs benedict...looked amazing) and the lobster roll was perfect. Not too much mayo, sweet lobster meat served on a buttered roll. YUM. The chips that accompanied the sandwich were fried - homemade potato chips. YUM. Bacon was crisp and perfectly cooked; the chicken sausage was surprisingly delicious. I loved the chocolate truffle cake - I tried not to eat all of it but I just kept going...my willpower finally kicked in and I left a bite and a half over. Coffee was great and the staff refilled water, juices and coffee frequently. Great experience; will be back.
(5)Sasha D.
Food is tremendous but service is horrendous. Lipstick on cups, missing cutlery, long wait for placing our order and even longer for food. My eggs came out cold so I watched my husband eat his eggs while they redid mine. His stuffed popover was amazing. Hollandaise was the best sauce I've ever had though..... Just don't expect proper service
(1)Holly B.
Great breakfast selection, awesome service, we were seated right away and the waiters were very attentive
(5)Pink P.
Excellent coconut waffle! Batter was good texture, good consistency. Salmon eggs Benedict was 4 stars of five because I thought that the ratio between English muffin and eggs/hollandaise sauce /salmon was disproportionate (there was more English muffin than egg/sauce).
(4)Hira H.
I like the decor and the food ain't bad. Surprised it's rated so low. The service could have been better.
(3)Frank Luigi M.
Came here for Easter Brunch at around 3pm. Group was for about 11 people. Location is enormous and placed in a convenient location. We were seated right away. Brunch was great, I tried almost everything on the menu. My personal favorite was the almond crusted french toast.
(4)Frank S.
Good food but poor service. After bringing the coffee, I had to find the waiter again to ask for milk. Got the bread but had to wait again to ask for butter and jam. My grilled chicken salad was excellent. People at the front desk were very nice but the waiter did not smile once or acted friendly in any way during our time there.
(3)Sherry H.
Had a solo breakfast on Friday around 9:00. Was not full and hostess gave me a choice between the dining room and the lounge. I chose a table in lounge with an outdoor view. Service was friendly and prompt. I had the four flowers juice and the chicken sausage & kale frittata. Both were very tasty and fresh. I saw other things on the menu I would like to try, too.
(5)Paul H.
The overall rating is pretty spot on and what most yelpers have mentioned about service is spot on as well. Deocr: 4/5 -Seems like the ladies LOVE this place -What was dim and more romantic (Prime House) is now more bright and great ambiance for large parties during brunch. -They can accomodate large parties of 7+ Service: 2/5 -Make sure to make reservations for large parties -Terribly slow slow service. I understand brunch is busy but the whole dining area was cleared out before we received our food. Total wait time was close to 40 minutes. -We ordered some food to-go but it was served to us. Tsk tsk. Food: 4/5 -Chorizo Pepper Frittata was surprisingly tasty and a decent size. Price is comparable to Five Points but much better. The corn muffin however was a disappointment. It was almost as hard as a brick and dry. The fruit reserve went well with the frittata oddly enough.
(3)Andrew M.
Apparently Sarabeth's is known for its excellent brunch, but my friends and I went on a Saturday night around 6 (no wait at all, but it really started filling up by the time we left around 7:30). It's a beautiful restaurant where I felt very classy, but at the same time the soft pop music playing makes you feel comfortable eating there in jeans. The drinks were great and not terribly priced compared to other bars or restaurants you might find in Manhattan. I ordered the seafood couscous for my entrée and was VERY impressed: everything was perfectly cooked, and the seasoning on it was delightfully piquant. Chickpeas added a nice texture contrast to the couscous and various seafood. With an appetizer and the free bread given to each table, there was easily enough food leftover for the next day. Our server, Tanisha, was efficient and very sweet. My advice to anyone going in a group is to ask for separate checks before you order. We asked after and it took an unusually long amount of time to get our checks returned to us. I would definitely go back and try more of what looks like a terrific menu.
(4)Ariel M.
I work right around the corner from Sarabeth's and I have been here a number of times. Although I have never had the brunch specials they do serve them all day. The decor and service is everything you would expect from a restaurant on park avenue. The atmosphere is very elegant and this is definitely a nice place to go to with a group of girlfriends. Guys may not like the stuffy atmosphere too much but it's great for couples as well. My go to meal at Sarabeth's always begins with the crab guacamole and chips. This is excellent, fresh and good for sharing. I then move on to the seafood Cobb salad which is delicious and has a giant prawn right on the middle of a Cobb salad that includes crab meat. They also have specials on certain days that include $1 oysters and $2 shrimp for shrimp cocktail. The food is pricey but that is predictable considering the location. If you order lunch be prepared to order more than one item for it to fill you up. There is also outside seating, however it is about 50 feet away from construction work and the back entrance to a building where garbage is taken out. Not very scenic and not a place one would want to sit. Still, Sarabeth's is a very nice restaurant and I would gladly go there...and sit indoors.
(4)Shannon W.
The ambiance is really nice, but the food did not impress me at all. What I loved...the fresh squeezed orange juice & my chicken sausage. The menu was a bit eclectic for my breakfast taste. A handful of omelette options, French toast & maybe two other options. I asked if I could instead have a breakfast sandwich. It was nothing like what I expected, but that's what I get for being creative. I got egg whites with cheese over two muffins (similar to English muffins but not as good). The ketchup they gave me was definitely homemade & was beyond gross. The side of chicken sausage was good...didn't really need apricot chutney, but thats another story. No one at my table seemed terribly impressed with their food either.
(3)Michael C.
Overall - it's was just okay Went for Sunday brunch - had the grueyere omelette and the crab cakes Benedict. Both tastey but ordinary. The Bloody Mary was okay and had a strong bite to it thanks to too much horseradish and tobacco. There were a lot of tourists and babies with strollers. The table was also not level so it kept rocking which was annoying. Food okay Ambiance okay Price very high for what it is
(2)Autumn W.
Not impressed. The space and ambiance were great, the food......not so much. I ordered a Caesar salad and was expecting something pretty awesome for the $15 I paid for it. It was literally as if they took lettuce and threw it in the bowl, not chopped up, no varied greens. Hell, there were barely even any toppings...maybe a little shredded cheese and a few croutons, but that was it. The waitstaff was just fine, but nothing could make up for that salad. Needless to say, I will not be returning again.
(1)Lil B.
First let me say this: they called me at 7:40 am on a Saturday (yes, 7:40 in the MORNING on a Saturday!!!!!!) to confirm an 11:30 reservation. Are you kidding me!!? Completely inappropriate. And that's just the beginning. The staff here, particularly the reception staff, has an unbelievable bitchy attitude...as if you should be grateful to be served totally mediocre food (do not order the lemon ricotta pancakes with ordering juice or something to wash them down with...they're that dry!), at insane prices. I've always enjoyed the other locations but this one ruined the sarabeth name for me. I've given it 3-4 times and have had an increasingly worsening experience every single time. Pass on this place!
(1)Tatiana B.
as much as i wanted to like this place, I will have to agree with the majority of the previous reviews. Sarabeth's is an overpriced diner capitalizing on its brand-name. it is shockingly forgettable and lacks character. i had the buttermilk pancaked and a salted caramel martini. the pancakes have satisfied my breakfast food craving; and while the martini was pretty strong, it tasted a lot like Baileys and nothing like salted caramel. my friend had the adult hot chocolate and the japanejo omelet (which turned out to be very hot for her taste) the host and the server were friendly; but it did take 3 asks for my friend to get the milk for her coffee. to sum it all up: i did not have a bad experience at Sarabeth's; but I left unimpressed and know at least a dozen of places nearby to get better brunch for less money.
(2)Jen L.
First time having eggs benedict and it was delicious!
(4)Jennie B.
Terrific place for a meal. I had the almond crusted French toast and my friend had the crab cakes Benedict. They were both fantastic! Portions were large and service was quick. The waitstaff was very attentive and friendly. I also could not stop with the coffee. It was smooth and tasted so good!
(5)Elle P.
Very average. Nice, clean atmosphere, but nothing special. Food is okay and service could be better, esp. at the front of the house.
(3)Vivian M.
Love this restaurant, the jumbo sea scallops are delicious, chocolate mousse cake is divine, house rose completed the whole meal. staffs were friendly and helpful. Great place for lunch meeting or brunch.
(4)Vinay K.
Was here for Restaurant week and was semi impressed with the food maybe my expectations were too high. The salmon appetizer dish and the chocolate cake dessert menu were spot on but the entree left a little to be desired. The swordfish entree which i and a friend both had was a little over cooked i think that is a swordfish problem but i have eaten it in places where they have made it just perfect. The service was excellent, i think it was a one off i will have to go back to try their regular menu to be a better judge.
(3)John D.
Disgusting and disgraceful, and a ripoff. Avoid! Corporate food in a corporate setting, at corporate -- i.e., expense account -- prices. Do not, unless someone else is paying, and you have no other options. Prices are shockingly high. A cheese and spinach omelette: $18!!! Outrageous, at double what it should cost. A handful of granola and yogurt is $9. Muffins are minuscule. This is a hotel dining room in feel and price. Just a disgrace. I remember the original Sarabeth's on Columbus, from 35 years ago. The food was fresh and creative, and the atmosphere was fun. Sarabeth's is now a corporate creation, hideously ugly and assembly line. AVOID at all cost, unless you're trapped.
(1)Swati G.
Went for brunch on Saturday - we waited for about 30 mins for our table outside the restaurant. We had to keep going in for an update rather than them proactively letting us know the status of the table The food is good - had the firecracker pizza which was delicious. My friends had the salmon eggs Benedicte Nd they enjoyed it a lot Even though we sat on the corner table, the staff was attentive to refil my coffee fairly quickly Though the experience was good, the food is quite pricy for brunch..
(3)David L.
The lemon ricotta pancakes are usually a solid brunch choice at other Sarabeth's locations, but at this location they were undercooked. The braised short rib hash is good, but definitely on the heavier side for brunch. French fries were unevenly seasoned and overdone. Overall, a disappointing experience considering it is definitely on the pricier side for a weekend brunch.
(2)Barbara T.
Good place in midtown south....nice ambiance for the location and size of restaurant. The cocktails were good but a little strong. Food was good but not great. Nice presentation. I'm in this area a lot so will go back again.
(3)Holland P.
The menu offered several appealing meals for Brunch, yet all items were generally overpriced for the amount of food that was received. However, the dining room was very nice looking and the wait staff were quick with refills on water and coffee.
(3)Richard K.
I have got to tell you, there are much better places for brunch in NYC. First of all, even though we had a reservation we were seated 30 MINUTES late. In addition, after we ordered, it took almost an HOUR to get our food. Add insult to injury, they screwed up the order. If you want a great brunch in that area, go to the Grey Dog.
(2)Tasha L.
Spent Valentines night in this restaurant. The lobster pasta was magnificent it had this succulent lobster meat, spinach, bacon with pasta and a creamy sauce. The cherry tart for dessert was delicious Taste like my mothers cherry pie! I also had a chocolate raspberry patron martini which was to die for. All in all the food was delightful and the service was friendly and attentive. My valentine dinner was awesome!
(5)Sarah L.
I like Sarabeth's. There really isn't much special about it, just a step above a diner really that comes with the hype of its name. The food is standard American fare, with no frills or exotic concoctions. The service is usually reliable, and the wait often longer than one would like. They do have the option to make reservations though, which would be the defining factor that I would chose it over some better options in the area. If wait time isn't an issue, trying something else...Friend of the Farmer is far more of a better food experience.
(3)Elsie W.
This Sarabeth's was the most disappointing of them all. I loved the UES location and the Central Park West location. The only resemblance to them was the name of the restaurant and the titles of the menu. All the dishes came out... defective. Lemon ricotta pancakes -- Tasteless, dry, no butter. I had to pour all of the maple syrup on it... and then ask for more. I wish this place was still Prime steakhouse. P.S. The crab guac chips were the best part of the meal. They saved this review.
(2)Rachael P.
I was visiting NYC with 3 of my friends and heard that this was the place to go for brunch. Our server was so friendly and very attentive. I wish I could remember her name. We were rather high maintenance, asking for a lot of extra items all at once, but she was fantastic. Even the bus boys were very friendly! We ordered: buttermilk pancakes, apple-cinnamon french toast, jalapeno cheddar omelette, and the spinach and goat cheese omelette. The food was perfect, simple, and not pretentious (as some NYC brunch places can be). My only complaint was with the hostess (hence the 4 stars for service). She had us wait for a table (even with a reservation), which is fine, but I wish she had communicated with us more about why we weren't seated yet.
(4)Becky F.
They have a large outdoor seating area, and you can pretty much always get a table with no reservation. I've only sat inside once, and would definitely recommend an outside table if you can. The cocktails are all very good and I love the crab guacamole appetizer. The happy hour is pretty bizarre though. It's like one dollar off house wine and thats it. Last time my happy hour menu and my friends had totally different prices and when we asked which prices were correct, they said the more expensive ones. Of course
(4)Jim B.
From other reviews, it seems that this place - like its other locations - can get very busy at times and that service may suffer as a result. I walked in for breakfast with the place half full and had a very nice experience. You pay a significant upcharge in a full service restaurant at breakfast or brunch. This is not a diner. You are going to spend $20 or more per person before the tip. Sarabeth's is not exactly fine dining but the decor is nicely done, tables have a little extra space, servers seem to be on their toes. At breakfast, the kitchen sent out my order promptly. I did not notice any background music, so it was too easy to listen in to conversations at tables nearby. I had coffee (good brew with half-and-half provided) and what they call a Farmers omelet - like a Western omelet but without peppers. I don't order omelets often but this one seemed quite nice. You get a choice of breads/muffins/etc with the entree. Refills on coffee came by regularly, even after I had paid my check. This is a great place for a business breakfast but a little pricey for me when I am dining alone.
(4)Cristina R.
Kale and eggs was my favorite! The service was extremely fast and our waiter was personable and friendly. We celebrated my husband's birthday and they hooked us up with a brownie ice cream to celebrate :)
(5)Yvette F.
I had many recommendations to for Sarabeth's - the Park South location - but we were not able to get a reservation there and this location was closer to our hotel, so thought it would be just as good. Restaurant was slow when we arrived, but packed by the time we left - NY must brunch much later than we do in Chicago. Waiter was quite nice and accommodating, but I have to say the food was nothing more than any other restaurant. So overpriced for what you get. $11.50 for scrambled eggs - just the eggs as a side. My meal was well over $60 for breakfast (eggs, bacon, muffin, tea) I have no problem paying good money for good food, but here you are paying for the name and nothing more. I say skip it - there are so many other choices.
(2)Anna F.
The place is huge but the food is okay. It was busy so the waitress did not come back and refill my coffee. I had the salmon Benedict and taste the same as any salmon Benedict. Of course, this location is in Park Avenue South so the prices were overpriced.
(3)Morgan M.
How unfortunate for sarabeths to have a manager like this woman! I had an unfortunate incident happen at sarabeths(where i go for breakfast all the time) and i didn't get a chance to eat the breakfast that i ordered. I asked the server and the manager came over and told me that since i ordered it i needed to pay for it. So a $60 breakfast for me and my son, when the police r there and need me to file the police report? And its not like the manager didn't realize. She was actually a witness to the assault!!!! So on top of being victimized at Sarabeths, i was victimized again by the horrible rude manager that had me pay the breakfast that i didn't get to eat and actually then pushed me out the door to fill out the police report in the cold--- WITH MY 19 month old son!!!!! I couldn't believe it!!
(1)Rania B.
Loved their brunch menu. They offer a wide variety of excellent choices. The pancakes were perfect. Tasted the eggs and kale which my friend also liked. And I love their coffee. This place tends to get crowded so be prepared to wait for a table and get your server's attention.
(4)Vandya K.
OMG! This will be my goto place for brunch! They have soooo much seating! Something that's hard to come by in nyc! We were 4 adults and 2 infants so it was quite a group. The food is good too! I got the goat cheese and spinach omelet. Yummm! Definitely coming back here .. It's super kid friendly and mostly everyone around me also had kids!
(4)Kim W.
This location of Sarabeth's is gigantic. Plenty of seating for the brunch time rush or grab a seat at the bar. I enjoyed the apple cinnamon french toast which came with 4 pieces of french toast, apples and raisins on top. It was definitely more than filling. Also had a side of chicken sausage which came with apples on top as well. My companions had the grilled cheese sandwich with tomato soup and the salmon eggs benedict with your choice of topping, which were all equally large sized portions and fantastic. Was pleasantly surprised at the delicious meal and elegant decor of the place.
(4)Lisa M.
Great homemade chips! Add the crabmeat guacamole and it is the best thing on the menu. The mimosa with special juice goes down super smooth!
(4)Fitness J.
Great service ... Super big ... Food was just ok Golden lox ... Too much cream cheese in scramble .. Bread overt toasted but jelly was amazing .. Salmon eggs Benedict .. Bread under was stale .. Eggs ok and so was salmon .. Ordered Bloody Mary with shrimp .. $17 pricey and not worth it. Presentation great but lacked spice .. Some real flavor .. :(
(3)Nicholas T.
Good food, a little extra preparation of what would be normal diner food. No its not a diner, it is an upscale restaurant. Lets just say its a diner with a decent "chef "(not a cook). Park Avenue Style. Expensive, but good.
(4)Sydney B.
A solid spot with a wide selection of breakfast and lunch items. Nice big tables--good for lunch meetings. The food feels a little bit over-priced for what it is, but it is Manhattan. At least it's fresh and flavorful.
(4)Lauren D.
The food here is OK... definitely nothing special, but the worst part is the service. My boyfriend and I ate here for brunch and it was probably the worst experience I've had in NYC. That's saying a lot. We sat down and everything was fine, ordered our bloody mary and it came within a few minutes. Then we ordered brunch and started our long wait for food... A party of 6 girls arrived and sat next to us shortly after we ordered. We saw them order, get their drinks, get their food, eat their food and pay the bill all before we saw any food come our way. Our waitress assured us once or twice our food was coming during this period, but we were furious when the girls left and we hadn't eaten. We asked to speak to the manager who was friendly and told us our bill would be reduced. Our ONE drink was taken off the bill, and she added 20% tip onto it. Obviously this wasn't okay with us and we spoke to the manager again... This time she wasn't so friendly and basically threw our twice-reduced bill at us. We paid and left, and will never return again.
(2)Amanda P.
One of my favorite brunch spots in the city. This location is enormous but always remains packed. I've been a few times for Sunday brunch and during the week for lunch - never disappointed. I typically get an egg white omelette - the garden is my personal favorite (sub goat cheese in for the chedddar-delish) Always cooked to perfection, comes with their famous jam and a croissant. Coffee keeps flowing and requesting skim milk is never an issue. The smoothies were a hit among lunch with the ladies. Salads are large. Service is friendly and efficient. Moderately priced for brunch in the city. I'd recommend it - Upper West Sarabeth's is a bit more intimate if that's what you're going for although the food is consistent.
(4)Candice C.
A co-worker of mine suggested this place for lunch...not bad. The crab guacamole was really good. I had the burger & fries. The burger was perfectly cooked & the fries were pretty good. The atmosphere was a bit stuffy in my opinion. Lots of suit & tie professionals. There is nothing wrong with that, but when you're with friends having a casual lunch, you don't want to feel like your laughter & chatter is being frowned upon. If the boss is treating me to lunch, I'll head over to Sarabeth's; but if it's lunch amongst friends, I will pass.
(3)Zain K.
Unlike most, I came never having previously heard or Sarabeth's (I'm not a NYer), so I didn't have any expectations. I ordered the ahi tuna ($27), my friend had the steak frites ($24), and we split a bread pudding ($9). We both enjoyed our meals, and the pudding was particularly good. The one thing I thought could have been better was the complimentary bread, which was on the dry side. Apart from that, service was good, the ambiance (casual elegant) was nice, and I liked that the restaurant wasn't noisy.
(4)GKB G.
Headed there for a, what else, brunch! Standard fare, but we got a table very quickly, which was a relief. The waiter was very polite, helpful, patient etc.. That's something we appreciated. Can't really think of a negative other than the fact that the side of three pepper potatoes is highly avoidable - it tastes like something they'd serve at a breakfast buffet at a budget hotel! I had the eggs benedict with salmon and it was perfect. Really very good. Overall, this place met all of our high expectations! The only word of caution - be prepared to shell out close to $100 for a generous brunch for two.
(4)Cait R.
This Sarabeth's location is right in my neighborhood and I have been here several times since it opened. I have had really good experiences with the service and I think the waitstaff is friendly and, for the most part, attentive. Also, I love the size and design of this location; it feels much more modern and sexy (great place for dinner) than it's sister locations. The people-watching is also great (I sat two tables away from Sofia Vergara last weekend)! The reason I would not give this location more than 4 stars is because of the menu. There are a couple of things that I have really liked (the creamy tomato soup and the mushroom pizza were both fantastic), however I don't think that the menu is diverse enough to excite me. I also found myself wishing that some of their dishes were less complicated. Also, this is obviously a very popular brunch place, so you should expect to wait a while to be seated (especially if your party is more than two people!!!).
(4)Jaime R.
I just had lunch at Sarabeth's on Park Av South and polished off a seriously fab soft shell crab sandwich. The crab comes deep fried, but I asked for no batter and for my crab to be sauteed, instead. I think that too much batter takes away from the delicious, delicate flavor of the crab. As a soft shell crab connoisseur (I've tried it all over the city), I was very pleased with the fresh and flavorful sandwich. I would like to get a bite of the sandwich with the batter, but only if someone else is ordering it! My main squeeze had the crab cake sandwich, which was good, but not as good as mine. The menu looks great and every dish that came out looked delicious, so I would like to come back to try more (if my wallet can manage).
(4)Jina h.
Having brunch at Sarabeth's was one of the highlights of our recent weekend in New York. The service and professionalism of the staff was exceptional. They actually comp'd our meal (for a party of 6!) because a tray of drinks was accidentally dropped near our table. The food and cocktails were wonderful, and we would definitely come back here again on our next trip. (Note: I highly recommend making reservations in advance for weekend brunch, since we arrived to see a huge crowd of people waiting for a table but were fortunate to be seated almost immediately in a great corner table for our party of six).
(5)Gabriel M.
An unfortunate spill of some drinks started off our meal, however, the waiter was extremely apologetic, the manager was exceptional, and the food was wonderful. Would highly recommend as a brunch spot where you will be treated well...something that is hard to find in NYC, especially at central parking and the wyndham new yorker.
(5)Alison C.
I had always heard of Sarabeth's referred to as a brunch place with delicious pastries, so I had assumed that it was basically an upscale diner. However, it really was much more than that, and I was shocked at the quality of the dinner options in general, as well as at my particular meal. This new location had taken the place of Primehouse, the sprawling steakhouse that was previously there. The dining area was rather large, though I did find the decor to be reminiscent of a Cheesecake Factory. Our server was just attentive enough without being overbearing, but he was not overly helpful with our questions about the menu. He defended his naivety by claiming they were a new establishment. To make matters worse, I saw every other table receive a basket of their homemade bread, while we did not have one delivered at any point during our stay. We also did not even notice a blackboard of specials until we were leaving the restaurant; no one had pointed them out to us. I must say, though, that I was thrilled to see that they had the Byron Pinot Noir available by the glass, a wine I consider to be a hidden gem among affordable California Pinots. So, of course I had to order that! My friend and I also started off by sharing the Crab Meat Guacamole, which was surprisingly a decent portion of the avocado dip topped with just as much, if not more, fresh lump crab meat. The appetizer was light, fresh, and the perfect way to commence one of the first warm evenings of spring. The accompanying homemade potato chips seemed kettle-cooked and were very delicious, though a bit greasy. My Sea Scallop entree contained 4 medium-sized scallops that were very well-seasoned and perfectly cooked in a citrus honey glaze. They were served over a creamy parsnip puree and topped with beet chips and a beet salsa. There were also fried onion ribbons adorning the side of the plate. My friend's Yellowfin Tuna was served rare over bok choy and blood orange, all in a shitake brown butter. The fish was rather peppery and good, but my scallops definitely outshined them in execution. Though we were contemplating dessert on a very high level, our server only inquired about our ordering coffee or tea. I declined this idea, assuming that he would then offer some kind of pastry list, but, instead, he just brought the check. This was fine by me, as I was probably not going to order it anyway, but I would have loved to at least see a menu. I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of my meal at Sarabeth's. However, I am not sure if the few service mistakes were due to this being a new location or what. It might be better to visit one of their other spots until this one becomes better organized.
(3)Deepika J.
Loved the brunch - salmon egd benedict, great ambience and service.
(5)So Young P.
So bad, over price, Food was just okay, not fresh and our server was so slow and forgot what I order. Too much over priced for nothing. You have to go somewhere better food and better price. Also table is too small to put plates and very uncomfortable, and I don't know why, but that place smells like gym. Disgusting.
(1)Alexis C.
Some colleagues and I went in afternoon and had a very pleasant experience. We arrived at 2pm, the restaurant was rather empty, and we had excellent service. Pros: the portion sizes are quite generous. Our table ordered the soft-shelled crab sandwich, egg-stuffed popover and a kale salad with Chicken and Tomatoes. They were very accommodating in terms of helping me avoid allergens. the popover had the most flavor but was too big to finish. Super pro: as a Portland-"native", i'm sort of a coffee freak... theirs was excellent. And our server kept it flowing! after a red-eye flight, i had hope of staying awake the rest of the day :) Con: the pricing is inconsistent. Some of the meals were well priced, others were way over-priced. Would i go back? if it were off-hours again, maybe. there are so many good restaurants in this city that hit all marks.
(3)Arnaud S.
Working nearby, I have probably tried almost the entire menu. Sadly, nothing has never wowed me. Plus it is really expensive for a breakfast/salad/sandwich type of place. Service is not always very consistent and SO slow.
(2)Mandy L.
This newer location is huge. When we arrived for brunch on a Saturday, the restaurant was busy, but not at full capacity. There is a whole back room that would be great for throwing an event like a shower. What's on the menu? Your typical brunch-fare. My garden omelette was nice and fluffy but could have used some more herbs and seasoning. Others ordered the salmon eggs benedict which looked good, but I'm not sure it warrants the $18 price tag. Muffin basket with preserves was good. Friend and I ordered a pot of green tea but they showed up with mint tea instead. Ended up liking it quite a bit so didn't mind even though it was a mix up!
(3)Namrata A.
You go to Sarabeth's knowing what you pay for- the upscale yet casual ambiance, overpriced yet decent eggs and such for brunch, and a decent wait. Take your parents and out of towners here. Service is better than their rest.
(3)Patrick G.
Not sure what all the negative feedback is about. Had a great business lunch here. Hostesses were happy and helpful. My guests all enjoyed the meals. Lunch in New York for five under $200.00 is a great find. I'll be back.
(4)Brian S.
I was disappointed with the food. The fried calamaris was salty, jalapeño omelette was nothing special, and I asked for a medium rare burger but the meat looked more like a rare. The insides were a bit warm, not even hot. It didn't even taste that phenomenal. When I buy a 18 dollar burger, i expect more. When i go to McDonalds, for example, I have very low expectations and mcdonalds delivers what i expect. But this. This is just wrong.
(2)Asuka N.
It only became apparent recently that Primehouse's old spot (the previous occupant of this location, which was a mighty delicious steakhouse) was going to be filled by Sarabeth's. I've been to their store a few times in Chelsea, and I've only heard excellent things about their granola when I've sent it to relatives as a gift - so I was pretty stoked to go and try out dinner food here, even if that wasn't what they were known for. The setup is pretty much similar to how Primehouse was set up, but the color pattern is a lot lighter, making for a place that feels lighter and more casual despite the high ceilings. As with any new restaurant, though, the service definitely could use work. Our waiter forgot our orders, served iced coffee (instead of the iced tea we ordered), and made it clear he had no idea what the food tasted like when we asked for recommendations. That's pretty poor, because I feel for a new restaurant, the waiters should absolutely have an idea of what their preferences on the menu are. On its own, the waiter was definitely towards the lower end of the lower spectrum - but there are definitely people - like our water server, who had tasted menu items and had an opinion, as well as a personality - who are better. That said, the main waiter for us plain-out sucked. Hopefully the service (or the servers) improve over time, because the food here is really solid on its own. The tuna tartare was done a bit differently than I've had elsewhere - very heavy on the sesame seeds in the tartare, along with a very light vinaigrette, which gave the fish a much earthier taste (in a good way) than I'm used to. My fiancee had the jumbo crab spaghetti, which was really good - it's a very light dish, the crab is delicious, and it comes marinated in a sauce that works really well with the seafood. I had the beer glazed short ribs, which were incredibly succulent - very tenderized and richly flavored, but not to the point where the sauce overwhelmed the natural juices of the meat. We closed it up by splitting the chocolate mousse cake - which, from what I can deduce, was kind of like a pound cake outer layer with pure mousse in the middle...amazing. What I really liked was that the mousse had a firmer texture than other mousse I've had elsewhere. In all, the restaurant is very nicely put together, and the drink menu is not half-bad in terms of offering a selection of wines and a very solid choice of craft beers. The restaurant isn't on the cheaper side, but it's no more expensive than its predecessor. The service definitely needs to get a bit more on-track, but that aside, this seems like a very solid place to have a meal. I'll definitely come back for dinner, but I'll also look forward to trying out their brunch and lunch menus, too!
(4)Bo J.
Came here from brunch with 3 friends. The jalapeno omelette is pretty good, the home fries/potatoes were not bad, bacon/sausage was ok too, but nothing extraordinary. The prices were on the steep side. Wait time was about an hour (shorter than Penelope's usually is), but not really worth it all things considered. The epitome of a 3-star brunch spot.
(3)Jon M.
great ambiance. very airy. food very fresh. expensive but its park ave S so...
(4)Justin S.
This is a solid place to get brunch, though there were a few key issues. The atmosphere is clean, sunny, and professional. It is a very bright place and the staff is pretty friendly. Waiting for a table gets a bit stressful as it is a huge restaurant with a lot of turnover. This means that there are people moving in and out all the time. Once we were seated, our waiter was great and the service was good. They were great about filling up the water carafe when it was empty and were around in case we needed extra anything. Where this place dropped the ball was on the food. My friend had ordered a sandwich that came out almost reversed. All of the delicious bites were on the outside and the bread was on the inside. He ate it with a fork and knife, but described the experience as awkward. My french toast was pretty bland; the fruits, a bit tart; and the syrup, a bit too sweet. It's not that hard to crush french toast guys... I'd go here on a date or with my family, but as far as with friends or for good food, I don't think I'll be back too soon. GET IT.
(3)Kay G.
Event: Sunday dinner for 4 (7pm) Pros: -Wonderful waitress -Attentive staff -Lovely ambience -Very near 28th street subway -Good variety of specials -Honored last minute reservation Cons: -Food not as described (salmon came over strange potato cake, some ingredients seemed amiss) -Portions not overly generous -On the pricier side, given the cuisine Sum: Pleasant choice for a special occasion
(4)Maggie M.
Being a fan of Sarabeth's jam and her pastry making book, I ventured out to try couple of the restaurant franchise in the city. I was underwhelmed by the Central Park branch, the ventilation was poor, service was lukewarm borderline indifferent and the food, for its quality was overpriced. That said, I decided to give it the benefit of doubt and went to their Park Avenue location for brunch last weekend with my husband. It was by far the most dissapointing dining experience I had in the city. It really was all in all a way overpriced diner and my husband ended up with severe food poisoning after consuming the jalapeno omelette and their $14 bloody mary. My $14 fancy-sounding Four Flower Mimosa came with foamy pulp that tasted unpleasant. I will never go back to Sarabeth's and I might all together stop buying their jam.
(1)B Y.
I was so excited when this location opened closer to my house. I have been here a few times for brunch with my family and I love the scones and almond crusted french toast. Their benedicts are also delicious. While I do love the food here, I was very disappointed with the service today. They got my order wrong today and when I let a server know, she gave me attitude and rolled her eyes at me. Then I overheard her laughing about my complaint by the server's computer station. If you're going to complain about a customer, make sure they can't hear you!! I was furious so I requested to speak to the manager as I was leaving. The manager apologized, but damage had already been done. I'm going to have to find almond crusted french toast elsewhere.
(1)Alysse C.
They were wonderful! We were in a rush to get to an appointment and told them we needed to be quick. They were compliant and got our food ready to go and everything within less than 30 minutes. I was really impressed with the menu and diversity of choices. I high recommend the lemon pancakes. They were absolutely delicious and worth trying if you like lemon. If I ever go back to NY then I will most definitely be back for another visit.
(5)Sir M.
If there were a Denny's in The Great Gatsby, it would be Sarabeth's. Not bad. Just insanely overpriced.
(3)andrea p.
Way overpriced, they must spend a lot in PR. It seems to attract noisy people.
(2)Tony S.
I visited Sarabeth's on the recommendation of someone else, and after seeing some of the reviews on here, I proceeded with trepidation. The place was nice and the atmosphere was pleasant. Service was prompt and polite. The only reason I probably would not return is because, for what you get, the prices are kind of high. This shouldn't necessarily put any of you high rollers off, though! If you can justify spending $30 on scrambled eggs and a drink, then you'll have a great time.
(3)Anthony V.
why is this place so crowded on weekends???? I miss primehouse. that steak was legit. what i got: goldi-lox which was egg and smoked salmon. It was alright, but $$$. but how can you blame this place? must cost a lot to pay the rent. would I go back? maybe.
(3)Morgan M.
Absolutely awful service at the bar. Staff actually looked at our party of 8 two to three times before acknowledging that we were even there. When we decided to get up and leave for a friendlier locale, the bartender finally asked us if we wanted drinks. When we indicated that we were going he replied 'beautiful'. Embarrassment to what seemed like a pleasant spot. The host was very friendly which turned out to be their only saving grace. Go to Dos Caminos right next door.
(1)Kate G.
Horrible service. Sat at the bar for ten minutes , not even a glance from the bartenders . After a few more minutes of being flat out ignored, got up to leave. Response from the bartender, "beautiful". Seriously?
(1)Angel C.
happy hour is a safe bet in this emerging office district. beers for 6-8, martinis up to 9. nice clean decor and a decent crowd. starts to fill up post 7 so get there early to grab a place at the bar
(3)Sharon D.
My husband and I went to Sarabeth's PAS and were totally disappointed. There is no service. Our waitress was nice but after she took our order that was the last time we saw her. We were given our meal and that was it. After trying to get someones attention anyones attention for about a half hour...we wanted dessert! Imagine that...we waited another 15 minutes. I had put my coat on I was so mad. Just then the manager came over. When we complained that our waitress was the worst ...we were told that she is only responsible for taking our order and bringing us any cocktails...that was it...only the busboys were to bring our food. We explained that we were from the neighborhood and that this is not good service. He responded that this is how Sarabeth's restaurants operate. Well they won't be seeing us anytime soon. We gave them two try's. Both were awful. This is mediocre food, with a high price and lousy service.
(2)Ryan H.
Popped in here for a bite while I was staying at a place a little further uptown. Overall, the atmosphere was inviting, which is why I stopped there in the first place. It was a Wednesday night, so was pretty dead, but still lively. I waited a bit to place an order at the bar, but was not disappointed by the quality of the food; the tortellini is excellent. An entree + 2 glasses of wine ended up costing me $50+ after tip, so a bit pricy. Nice "chill" spot, will be there again.
(4)Hilary T.
I have to update this review because I work across the street and have been a few times for lunch since the last review. The food is great (I usually get the turkey burger) but the service is hit or miss. The order comes out wrong as often as it comes out right and sometimes it takes a really long time. Basically food is great but service is dodgy.
(3)Rosalina M.
Oh gosh, where do I start?! This was a truly amazing dinner experience, I highly recommend this place! We had a party of 5 which included my elderly, high maintenance Great-Aunt. The hostess and the ENTIRE waitstaff were total superstars; friendly, attentive, and understanding of my Great Aunt's idiosyncrasies (old people are so weird), but not overbearing or patronizing. THANKS guys! Then there was the food, which was incredible. We each ordered 1-2 appetizers to share, entrees, and dessert. The chocolate truffle cake (something like that) is amazing, as was everything else. It's a rare thing to have such a great overall experience. On top of that, the staff seemed happy, and had a great team dynamic. I've seen the negative reviews on here; I would recommend coming in early for dinner, between 6-6:30? It wasn't busy at all, and I think the staff was able to provide better service without feeling stressed or spread too thin. Thanks again!
(5)Rachel S.
Went Sat. 3/9 at 11am for brunch with friends and baby. Good service, accommodates babies, affable bartender (added another shot to our Bloody Mary's gratis after we mentioned they were weak.) But overall, definitely in the running for Most Mediocre Brunch of 2013 Award. Been to other Sarabeth's over the years, and you know what you're getting - elevated diner food, but consistent. So, that's what you get here - nothing to write home about.
(2)G E.
The place was great. The wait staff was attentive and nice. I got the short rib hash for breakfast with a crescent. My eggs were over done but the meal was very taste. The crescent was amazing and the jam was fantastic. I would go here again even though it's very pricey. I would take someone here for a meeting or special occasion.
(4)Alejandro O.
Nice place and the service was good but the food was average. Had breakfast there recently and the regular/buttermilk pancakes were average, the smoked bacon was nothing special either. I also had lunch there a few months ago and it was also not memorable although the service was also good.
(3)Cyn T.
Well my problem wasn't the service ..it was slow but the waiter was very nice and did his job ...the kitchen is probably a mess ..the place is huge but there were literally abut 10 tables actually occupied ...the whole place has an awkward Strange vibe ......it's very quiet and the bathrooms are all the way in the back ,down some stairs and around a corner it was like walking a small block not a good thing if you're drunk or old ..And the back of the place smelled like shit even near the kitchen can we say yuck ...Now the food I had the asparagus appetizer it was chopped asparagus ,tomatoes,bread ,roasted peppers and cucumber ..Wayyyyy toooooo many things going on in that thing it was not good it was cold and strange like the restaurant..Id gather this place isn't for dinner maybe it's only good for easy breakfast foods ..My filet minion was okay no terrible ....I've had better steak at chain restaurants as a kid and I hate chain restaurants ....The strawberry drink was okay ..The chocolate pudding dessert thingy was just a complete waste they have better chocolate mousse at Applebee's what a shame that a 200$ dinner for 3 turned out to be so disappointing ....the place is ran badly that's the problem ..Cross the street and go to hillstone or somewhere else they're plenty of good restaurants in that area ..
(1)Golsa D.
Just amazing! This location is HUGE! They have a closed off dinning area in the back and even though they have only been open for a week it is jammed packed! From the moment we walked in it was obvious that there is tremendous care put into the running of Saraberth's and even Sarabeth herself is running around. The front staff was extremely attentive and kind, the food was excellent and they even made a proper cappuccino (with the correct foam, milk, espresso ratio and everything, this rarely happens State side!) our server was nice and a little overwhelmed but I am sure he will improve over time. So happy this area finally has a decent brunch place (sigh!)
(5)Tyler D.
We loved Sarabeth's by Central Park and saw that this didn't have as good ratings but figured we would try it anyway. Glad we did because it was excellent! The almond crusted French toast with strawberry saw was to die for. The bacon was so tasty! And the short rib hash with eggs was just excellent. Will go back again anytime!
(4)Ariel L.
I went to dinner here for my birthday with my husband. We had a great time and we both ordered risotto, it was fantastic. The wine is pricey but they also gave us a take home bag of their home made muffins after dinner. Try it for a date night.
(4)Dennis T.
We went to the Greenwich street restaurant for brunch. First off the place was very noisy and crowded but we were seated very fast. I ordered a Lumberjack from the brunch menu. Everything on my plate was cold (eggs, bacon, sausage and the toast was hard as a rock) The Pancakes were not regular pancakes they were silver dollars which mean they were a smaller size. I think they are misrepresenting the pancakes on the menu. The waitress was very nice and brought me another Lumberjack, but didn't acknowledge the Big tip I left her. All in all I think the place is very overrated and I will not be going there anymore
(1)Melissa L.
This restaurant should be named SaraBlasé! Not sure what the hype is about. This restaurant and the food is dull and overpriced. The decor is like the fusion of an upscale Panera and a generic hotel lobby. They scrambled up an okay Omelette with a no frills muffin, so not worth $19. Somehow we spent $80 on two omelettes, some egg whites, and pancakes.
(1)randy k.
Food was okay- service was better at McDonalds. Well what can I say they weren't that busy yet we had to ask for water refiles, drinks, desert and was giving smart remarks.
(2)Peixin M.
Disappointed by both the taste and the price. Lemon & ricotta pancakes were dry, not fluffy at all. Only came with three sad-looking blackberries. And a lot more expensive ($19) than at many other brunch places.
(2)daniel g.
Don't come here for dinner. Low class place with so so food. Had lobster pasta but tasted only salt. Breakfast or brunch is ok. Maybe 3 stars
(2)David T.
Excellent brunch on... Wednesday.
(5)Klarissa L.
I've been to the location on the upper west and waited over an hour for our seats - while the food and service was all good, it wasn't good enough to wait that long. I remember the muffins and biscuits being really warm and fresh. This particular location is HUGE and we went on a Sunday afternoon and only had to wait about 10 minutes with a party of 6 and no reservation (which for me is always a plus). The service was very good - they were attentive and friendly. Food was okay ... I got the corn beef hash and it was alright, the meet was good, but it wasn't amazing. I also expect my hash to be pan fried and have a little crisp, but the one i got was just potato ... for the price, i dont think i would get it again. I also was disappointed in the muffin/biscuit situation. It didn't seem THAT fresh, and each person only got 1 muffin if they ordered from a particular part of the menu. I just feel like for prices so high, the table should at least get a basket of bread or muffins. instead it comes out with the meal - i didn't like this. The venue is a beautiful open space, with out door seating and clean bathrooms. New York has A LOT of amazing restaurants, so this would not be at the top of my list of places to recommend others to go to. I would come back socially for the large space.
(3)Danielle F.
This place is beyond horrible. It's a death trap ready to eat tourists and locals alive by feeding them sub par food at dramatically inflated prices. It's death by a million cuts. It's bad food, even worse service, indifference, laziness, and extortion all wrapped into one. Save yourself and don't bother with this place. Your food will be cold and some people at your table may not get their food at all. You'll be pissed you wasted your time and your wallet will hate you too.
(1)Meredith S.
Boring. This afternoon I had the farmers omelet for brunch and a corn muffin with preserves. It was all okay but frankly neither the preparation nor the ingredients were any better than what you can get at a decent diner. Definitely not $18 worth of food. The muffin was good, but nothing special. My friends felt the same about their food. The only real upside is that this place accepts brunch reservations and has tons of seating, so this place is good if you're looking for a safe, bland meal and have a large group.
(3)Katherine K.
Really great happy hour especially during the winter. There's an incredible live jazz band that plays in the background. Great place to go with a group of 3-4 to get drinks and catch up. Noise level is pretty low even with the Jazz band so you can carry a conversation. The bartenders are very nice and happy to serve. $1 oysters are a must for happy hour alongside the $2 shrimp. I haven't sat for dinner, but from what I can see, the options looks good. I recommend for a catch up spot with friends during the week. Also, make sure to get the chick pea fries!
(4)Noah L.
Quality omeletes and potato waffles on the brunch menu. You should definitely consider rhe salmon omelette and perhaps a side of some sort. The service and bathroom was pretty nice too.
(4)Trish S.
I loved my visit to Sarabeth's! I was staying in Manhattan alone, for work. Of course, as a yelper, dining solo is still fun. I was very easily able to make reservations for Sarabeth's. Upon arrival, quickly pulled up my reservation, and sat me at a very small (really for one person) table by the entrance/bar area. The area was private and quiet, with a nice view of the street- exactly what someone dining alone would want! I also saw three other girls eating alone at the bar. The atmosphere is clean, pristine, and rich. The light and airy feel of the room was very welcoming, and complimented the food. I ordered the Lemon Riccota pancakes, which were glorious. The serving size was perfect, and came with butter and syrup (of course). The waitress was sweet. Checked in frequently, and when I later asked her what there was to do in the area, she apologized because she had just moved there and introduced me to a local who could give me some advice. Even though it was a very expensive breakfast, I would absolutely return.
(5)Rebecca F.
I had heard Sarabeth's was overrated, and I usually avoid overpriced brunch spots with that reputation, but they had the least amount of wait time in the area last Sunday. I think everyone in my party was pleasantly surprised. The mango coconut waffle was delicious, and I heard good reviews from the people who ordered egg dishes. The scrambled egg stuffed pop over looked amazing coming out of the kitchen. Of course the coffee, etc. is expensive, but the atmosphere is classy and spacious.
(4)Laura F.
Service is awful. Waitstaff is full of attitude. Food is good as well as the ample indoor and outdoor seating, but, Service is a total joke. Lackluster at best. Supposed to get a breadbasket with brunch and get white toast no butter.. Seriously?? Order sorbet and it takes 10 minutes .. Really??. If if wasn't for the food, and outdoor seating I wouldn't come at all. Waiters never check on you.
(1)J Giggles L.
The pancakes with fresh blueberries and sliced fresh bananas were really good. The pain du matin, scone and pineapple tart were very yummy enjoyed with black coffee and iced coffee.
(5)Christina C.
I would give this place one star; but their hosting stand is quite gracious, while the rest of the restaurant is rather lackluster. I made a reservation on their website for a party of three at 12:45 PM on a Sunday afternoon, but it wasn't particularly busy, compared to some of the other times I've passed by outside. My guests were from out of town and had trouble finding a parking lot that would accept the car into their lot because it was also a Filipino holiday and the city had blocked off several city blocks to accommodate for the parade. Nevertheless, I checked in on time for the reservation, while letting the hostess know that 2/3rds of my party were still parking. When we were seated, we were placed at what struck me as the most awkward seating in any restaurant I've ever been sat at, much less the most awkward seat in the entire restaurant. Our table was touching one of the columns, and the column was also touching two other tables (if not touching a different table on each side). On two sides of our table, adjacent to the column, there were perpendicular chairs, so my elbow was essentially digging into someone's back if I wasn't hyperaware of my arm placement. TL;DR it was a weird table. Why block off one entire side? After that, our waiter was in a giant rush to get us everything. He gruffly took our orders, gave us our drinks, and kept forgetting our waters. Another waiter saw that we had been sitting there for half an hour without water, so he came to our rescue. Our waiter returned with the breads+muffins basket, which was delicious! But he was in such a rush that one of the muffins literally flopped off the basket because he was practically tossing the basket and slamming it onto the table. Or maybe he was just trying to show us a physics lesson?? He returned with what seemed like a fresh muffin, but who knows? After a few bites, though, I didn't really care because it was delicious. (Pumpkin) Shortly afterwards, a different waiter shattered a water glass right next to our table, effectively making us worried for our feet, because we were all wearing open shoes/sandals. He swept it up immediately, and we felt a bit bad for him, but began seeing that everyone seemed to be trained in a huge rush here? Not sure. The food wasn't particularly anything to write home about, the breads were good. We had the Baby Kale Caesar, which was delicious, but again, nothing special. We also had the salmon eggs benedict, as well as the lemon ricotta pancakes. The Salmon eggs benedict was good, and the toasted english muffins they came on top of was great, a bit hard on the teeth, so I wouldn't recommend it to anyone with weak teeth. The lemon ricotta pancakes were good, a bit too floury, despite having ricotta. Whenever i make ricotta pancakes at home, they turn out fluffy and I'm able to eat a lot since they're mostly more airy and crispy, but these were much more floury. Perhaps they were trying to compensate for price? But it wasn't like they were particularly cheap, either. I don't think I will be particularly returning to Sarabeth's anytime soon. Perhaps for the baked goods, To Go.
(2)soulfly J.
It was my first time trying at this restaurant. The ambiance was nice and clean. It was a bit pricey but the food was healthy and tasty! I'd love to go back and try another food there.
(5)Nelle C.
Cool spot if you're in Flatiron and want a quick bite. It's what Ernest Hemingway may have had in mind when he wrote of "a clean, well-lighted place". Pros: Subdued ambiance; Fairly diverse menu; Half-bottles and full bottles of wine are on offer if you're not sure just how buzzed you want to get. Cons: Live music toward the front of the restaurant can be a bit loud; Extra restrooms are a journey and a half to get to - plus they're located on a sub-level after several isolated twists and turns that don't feel safe for a patron who may be venturing there alone. Overall: My friend and i had a nice time there, enjoyed a few snacks along with the one Pinot Noir that they had on the menu.
(3)Antony S.
My wife and I have been here many times. She loves this place, otherwise I'll never take her here. Service has been pretty awful all times (of course, the food was great), but then, there's an effing diner close to my home in Connecticut which makes pancakes and toast, as good as here. They get away with this because of the heavy influx of tourists who walk in here and leave five stars, even if the establishment walks all over them. I can understand that. 1. The waiters are barely at the table. 2. Between water and coffee being poured, you can set your stopwatch and easily see 900 seconds pass. 3. Forget refills of water or coffee, there's a high chance you may choke of pancakes stuffed in your neck and die. 4. Forget cream refills, if you are a cream junkie like I am (someone who does not like black coffee because it looks and tastes like raccoon piss), you will have to beg waiters to bring more. 5. Then he/she never takes your orders, for another stopwatch moment. 6. Then when you are waiting for the check, that's another wait like waiting for a train. They don't even want your money. Ok, I won't be hard on the waitstaff. They work their asses off and they look stressed all the time. The management here clearly thinks they can understaff, underpay, shit all over the diners and get away with it, because they are centrally located, a stone's throw away from the flatiron, and they have a brand name. Good job. I hope you feel better when you count that cash and take money bags to the bank. You clearly win, because I will come again, my wife loves the food and the location. At least during the last trip over the weekend, I am SO thankful to the hostess who saw us getting restless and helped taking our order. She even checked in one me a couple times. That was so nice of her. She saved the day. Thanks to her. She's a champ.
(1)Jessica P.
I was here for brunch on a Tuesday. There's lovely food here, it's a little pricey but the people are wonderful.
(4)William C.
Seriously?! Avg. three stars? First off, the place is huge. They gotta be doing SOMETHING right to be paying that rent. I lost 400 calories just walking to the bathroom! Anyway, back to the place: Hostess was cool and cracked jokes with us all the way to our table. I thought the place was nice looking. Our waitress was laid back and tried her best to accommodate everything we asked for (especially my dinner mate who is a self-admitted pain in the ass when ordering.) So, we went seafood crazy and were not disappointed. Tartare, Lobster Salad, Seasame Crusted Salmon, and topped it off with non-ocean related chocolate cake. The bill was normal for Manhattan, considering we had a drink a piece. I paid, cuz my friend looked hot. Had she chosen a different outfit, I might have taken her suggestion to split the bill. LOL Anyway, count me there again!
(5)Anabel L.
Ugh, although the service and environment would suggest otherwise, the food here is so not worth your $$$. Full of upper east side elites who have apparently nothing better to do but spend money on overhyped food, this place is not only expensive but my chicken sausage frittata was mediocre at best. I feel like I could have found this meal somewhere else for about less than half the price. Don't let my saltiness deter you if what you value a restaurant for is the level of service and aura of affluence, because Sarabeth's excel in both of these areas.
(1)Lauren B.
I know Sarabeth's is known for their brunch. I know it's sacrelidge to eat there at any other time of day. But you know what? I went for dinner. I went on a Wednesday, when they boast live jazz in the bar area. Fun! We were seated right away in the totally empty restaurant. The bar area was sort of kind of full, with people milling about with adult drinks near the jazz trio. We sat for dinner and were pleasantly surprised to be able to hear the jazz at our table. We ordered drinks and the crab guacamole while we waited for the others in our party to arrive. I started with the blue cheese olives martini, which was fine. Truly, just fine. I honestly probably would have sent it back, it was too mediocre. But I didn't feel like the hassle, and vodka goes down easy, so I sipped it. I switched to rose after that. The crab guacamole was only okay. To their credit, there was a lot of crabmeat, but something about the whole dish was just waaaayyyyy too heavy for an appetizer. I don't know. The chips that came with the dish for dipping were crazy salty. We sort of stopped eating it halfway through. We just couldn't deal. For an entree, myself and a friend split the shrimp pizza and the prosciutto pizza. Both were, again, fine. Nothing special, not bad tasting, but not anything worth going back for. Exacerbating this feeling is the prices. It was really, really expensive for what it was. The decor was nice, I guess. Really standard, clean lines, and little feminine, just very, very blah. I might come in for a drink during live jazz, but other than sitting only at the bar and skipping any food, I would completely pass on this Sarabeth's.
(2)Elizabeth D.
I came here for brunch with a friend and were pleasantly pleased by the service, atmosphere, decor and food. I had the jalepeno cheddar omelette with a banana muffin, my friend ordered the lemon ricotta pancake, and we shared an order of the fat and fluffy french toast. The food was great, and what I liked most was that the food wasn't heavy (unlike many other brunches). We ordered quite a bit for two people and were able to finish it all. But more importantly, we were able to finish all of the food without feeling like being couch potatoes was the next major plan of [in]action. Would highly recommend Sarabeth's for brunches, especially for large parties or events.
(4)Laura B.
If you are considering coming for brunch, I would really go somewhere else. There are so many better options in NYC! I felt like like food was overpriced considering what I ordered (omelette) and the atmosphere. Nothing special. We actually only came here because Penelope had a 45 minute wait... But next time we'll wait it out.
(2)Mayli M.
We made our brunch reservation on Open Table. Definitely come with a reservation. It gets crazy busy here. We tried: the buttermilk pancakes (exactly what you would expect) lemon ricotta pancake (good but the blackberries were too tart..out of season? Maybe they should serve a blackberry compote with it instead) garden omelette (meh) The mimosa & peach bellini were good. The servers were very nice & cheerful. This place is just okay.
(3)Holly C.
The service and food were both really good. It was lunchtime on a Friday afternoon, they were busy but not extremely crowded. I got the marinated/braised beef hash, and it was delicious. Their muffins are delicious too - I tried a pumpkin one. Seems like plenty of options for everyone whether you want breakfast/brunchy type foods or if you want more of an entree dish. I liked that it's big enough to accommodate a lot of people.
(4)Zoe F.
Phew, good thing i made reservation for a sunday brunch! it was packed. Guacamole with crab and chips were yummy. I had ordered the braised short rib with egg that i thought was just ok. But the salmon eggs Benedict was pretty good! I will order that instead next time! service was good, food came out fast and coffee was good.
(4)Angela K.
I've been to a few locations of Sarabeth's and the food is always great, with a varying range of service quality. This location seated us quickly (with a reservation) and though we had a few rando waiters come to our table, overall the service was great. What I wanted to mention is, I found a fruit sticker in my pancakes and they comped my meal and twere very apologetic and also offered us free deserts. I was happy it wasn't a bug but they really seemed to care about the food quality and handled the situation very professionally. Overall a nice atmosphere and not very cramped. Will be back.
(4)Liz C.
Came here last week for a dinner date. I ordered the mussels entree and it was very delicious and filling. We also ordered the crab meat guacamole and chips appetizer; I was hoping for more guacamole, especially for the cost of the appetizer; however, it was very yummy. The service was great and our waiters (we had two, since one was being trained) were very attentive.
(4)Jonathan S.
This review is for the bar only, I haven't had the pleasure of dining here yet, I do business two doors over occasionally and this just happens to be the nearest place for a drink. Extremely clean and well designed space, outdoor seating in the summer. Drink are well, manhattan priced, if you are in this neighborhood nothing is cheap or divey, you will pay a premium. We were two out of 4 people at the bar, yet service was slow, uninterested in the 4 patrons sipping cocktails. I suppose because it was a Saturday evening at 3pm they were preparing for the night time rush? Please don't let my experience ruin anything for you, the food menu looks pretty amazing, maybe one day I shall try it and update my review.
(3)Lina G.
I like the food from Sarabeth. I've been here more than 10 times. Generally the hosts and hostesses are nice, but today one of the hostess said "Dude" to our server in an unpleasant way. She wasn't very pleasant to my friend as well. However, John the manager fixed it all. He gave us a free shot of tequila and made sure all the services are right. John saved the day.
(4)Grace Z.
Foods were pretty good but service was not. The waiter were so slow! After my friend and I sit down, a waiter greeted us,then he 'disappeared' !! No one even came to our table to give us some water.
(4)Ali M.
IN SHORT: A storied favorite for breakfast or brunch with breads and pastries as elegant and refined as the decor. THE STORY: With its spacious interior full of high-end wood finishes, Sarabeth's seems as if it could have easily transported you into the heart of sunny Beverly Hills in the morning. A simple meal here leaves no doubt that this place is a classic, a timeless node of quality in the New York restaurant world. That being said, the food can sometimes feel as if it were cranked out by a machine in a rush, and consistency often falters across the board. While the Eggs Benedict (also available with smoked salmon) is hearty and creamy and uniquely served on one corn muffin and one English muffin, the eggs themselves can oscillate between undercooked, overcooked, and occasionally just right even within a single dish. The Lemon Ricotta pancakes are also a sweet and fluffy favorite served with fresh berries, although like the rest of the menu's options, there is always a likelihood that one pancake or two will have missed the quality control check and will come served a little raw in the center. Yet despite the imperfections in the food, the service and atmosphere have an upscale, yet simple comfort that makes every brunch entirely pleasant.
(3)Mimi T.
Came here with my cousin for quick breakfast. Wasn't too bad! I got the omelette with spinach and goat cheese. It was HUGE and quite delicious. I like that they have scones or muffins along with your order, though I was surprised that while they have various types of muffins, they only have one type of scone, which has some sort of dried fruit in it. I like plain scones and was a little put out that they didn't have that option. Otherwise, it was all very delicious and so so filling. I've gone to Sarabeth's on the Central Park South for brunch with my friends last year and while the wait was long (even with a reservation) I kind of fell in love with their ricotta pancakes. Definitely liked their brunch (basically the breakfast and lunch) menu. The waitstaff was super nice and really prompt, without making us seemed rushed. Though they did mess up my cousin's order, giving her a scone instead of a pumpkin muffin. Overall it was a good experience. The place was super nice and pretty calm, which granted it was a 8:45 am on a weekday. I'll probably be back to peruse the menu one of these weekends.
(4)Lauren A.
I went here on a Sunday for brunch with my girlfriend. We were able to be seated after a short wait without a reservation which was nice. To start we ordered coffee, hot chocolate and a margarita pizza. First the hot chocolate was 5 dollars $$ for a small cup !!! Kind of ridiculous if you ask me, but anyway the pizza was really good classic margarita. For brunch I got the farmers omelette which had cheese potatoes and ham and was SO GOOD. I order a lot of omelettes and this one was a highlight and came with a pumpkin muffin or pastry of your choice. My friend got a burger which she said was pretty standard but would choose brunch food next time. I thought the fries were pretty good. Overall GREAT SERVICE I gave this place 4 stars because my friends entree was just ok and it was a bit pricey especially since it does not include a drink but I would go back.
(4)Jane A.
Happy hour dinner turned not so happy after sitting outsite of sarabeths ... no servers around ever. 2 waiters for the outside seating which is a big area and they are just never there when you need them . It took 25 minutes to ask if we even need water . Our second drink never arrived . And i had to have my food with no napkin ,even after asking noone cared anough. Never coming back here.
(1)K G.
Best service in town! You must start your meal with the Crab Guacamole. The manager John gives only the highest level of service. If your around Park Ave & 27th stop in. Until next time...
(5)Aiden Y.
It was great experience. We tried Salmon Eggs Benedict and Stone Oven Pizza - Margherita. Both of them was great taste. I will visit agian to try other menu items
(4)Smita K.
Super delicious! $20 bottomless mimosas, Bellini's, bloody marys , etc. Had the apple chicken sausage, side of bacon, toasted coconut waffle, jalapeño cheddar omelet (there were 2 of us)! Our server, Eddie, was absolutely fantastic. Originally tried going to PS450 but that was a sloppy, hot mess! This was a quick walk two blocks away. Loved the environment and decor. Just what we wanted!
(4)Kennedy C.
Glorious brunch atmosphere, very lively and pleasant. The food was marvelously prepared. I enjoyed the jalapeño cheddar omelette and some lemon ricotta pancakes, both were excellent. The four flowers mimosas are also a must have.
(4)Sab R.
Not a big fan. The brunch is Ok (lox ommelet) but expensive for what it is. You pay for the place. 19$ for pancakes or french toast definetely too expensive! BUT ask for the Pumpkin muffin! So GOOD . I will go again just for it
(3)Dominica R.
Stopped here out of starvation mode. Sat at the bar for a quick lunch. Great drinks: especially the bloody Mary's. Recommend the Adult grilled cheese (manchego, gruyere, cheddar) on pretzel bread with cream of tomato soup/ yummy yum comfort food. Also the Seafood Cobb salad with lobster, crab meat and shrimp. Appetizer was the Crab Meat Guac n chips- pretty good. Definitely try a few of their craft cocktails. Service at the (non busy) bar on a sat afternoon stunk. Maybe grab a table next time :)
(3)Sujan P.
Overpriced rubbery chicken without much explanation. Didn't even finish the dish. Previous brunch was underwhelming and equally overpriced. That was a wash. Never again. How did this place get popular?
(2)Mark A.
i was really happy with my breakfast. They serve it until 3:30. Fast service. Busy place. This is a NYC staple lots of ppl so come a bit early
(5)John K.
Go to the other sarabeths by central park this one is a joke and kills there reputation my burger came out well done twice after asking for medium then the manager comes over who looked like he was 12 years old and said oh can I ask what's wrong with it. So I responded really take a look my burger is black and dark for the second time he offered to bring me another burger I was so annoyed already rest of the food was just ok bad service though, And manager was very immature doesn't know how to handle customers.
(1)Ada W.
Came here for brunch on a Sunday. Surprisingly, there was no wait for 2. First of all, the waiter came off pretty rude, but eventually, he mellowed out. I've been to other Sarabeth's and I think this one is very nicely decorated. Back to the food. I LOVE everything we ordered. I had the scrambled eggs stuffed popover. It was amazing! I like how innovative this dish is. My friend had the Goldie Lox. We did not expect the smoked salmon to be scrambled in the eggs. But it actually taste much better that way. The saltiness of the salmon just melted into the eggs. We had a side of pork and apricot sausage. Love it. They are also very good and attentive in terms of refilling coffee etc. One bad thing I had to say is they should direct people to use the bathroom downstairs. I thought the unisex bathrooms upstairs were the only one. And I am not a fan of seeing urinals in my bathroom. Also my friend told me the bathroom downstairs smell pretty bad...
(4)Coltrane B.
Delicious egg dishes, and a huge space for a relaxing splurge of a Sunday brunch. The pumpkin muffins that other reviewers raved about were not as phenomenal as expected, still the wonderful SB fruit preserves lifted their taste to deliciousness. My brunch companions had the braised rib hash and "Goldie Lox" scrambled eggs with lox folded in. I had the chicken sausage and kale frittata. Each dish was unique and yummy. I found the rib hash to be a bit too rich for my taste, but my brunch companion just loved it.
(4)Chelsea R.
Cute atmosphere and fun place for brunch but there are definitely much better places in the city. The food was good but overpriced and the service was horrible.
(3)Melanie W.
I'm not going to lie, after reading a few of these Yelp reviews, I was nervous (sidenote: y'all are harsh.) However, I kept my reservation despite my reservations, and my friend and I had a lovely brunch at Sarabeth's. We both had omelettes, both delicious, and I definitely recommend ordering the pumpkin muffin as your side (YUM!) I also liked that, unlike most brunches, I didn't feel rushed by the waitstaff to leave (my friend was visiting from France, so we had a lot of catching up to do.) In fact, we had to hail down our waitress to get our check. Now to address some of the Yelp concerns/complaints and to let others know that Sarabeth's is not the Seventh Circle... I'm not even going to comment on the prices because, like, get over it? If you look at the menu ahead of time (like most people do these days, ahem) then you're well aware of what you're getting yourself into. Too pricey? Don't come. Food? A lot of people seem to not like the food here. I can tell you though, I was very satisfied with my omelette and pumpkin muffin. Sure, it wasn't the best omelette I've ever had and it wasn't made by the hands of God, but I thought it was still pretty tasty. Waitstaff. The comments made about the servers/hostesses is what really frightened me because if there's one thing I can't tolerate, it's a rude waitstaff. I found everyone to be genuinely friendly, though. And, like I said before, we weren't rushed in any way. I suppose, if I had to complain, I'd say the two-diner tables are poorly laid out and way too close together. I mean, I'm brunching to catch up with my friend, not hear the woes of your love life Miss I Like To Talk Super Loudly.
(4)Victoria K.
As a gal who lives in Brooklyn with a friend in Manhattan, we often meet for brunch. She recommended this place and after looking at the menu, I quickly booked a reservation. When we arrived on a Sunday in mid-December, I was instantly grateful that we made a reservation - the waiting area was packed! With our reservation, we were seated in less than 5 minutes and I was quickly able to see just how big the space is - wowza. Our server was very friendly and attentive, and our food came out quickly. As per usual, she and I share what we order, so we chose the adult grilled cheese with creamy tomato soup & the chicken sausage/kale/avocado omelet. Given the price, I was expecting really good food - and that's what we got! Everything tasted wonderfully fresh and we devoured every bite. Given the portion sizes, I wasn't sure if I'd be full by the end, but I was - no need for dessert! The entire visit was a delight and I'd gladly come back here anytime (as long as I have a reservation - just in case).
(4)Robert J.
In terms of food quality, this location meets the high standards that Sarabeth's is known for. Still, compared to the UWS or UES locations, something is missing for me. In this huge, somewhat sterile space, the food seems a little less special and more institutionalized -- like a really fancy Denny's. Close your eyes, and the flavors will amaze, but open them, and everything tastes a little bland. Silly, I know, but if you want the *real* Sarabeth's experience, it's worth the trip uptown (and the longer wait for a table).
(4)Alexis F.
Service was good. Waitress was very attentive. That's for the 2 stars. Food. Horrible. I had the scallops. $28 and it tasted like rubber. Ew.
(2)Ann C.
It took a whole 15 minutes for me to say out loud that the place reminded me an awful lot of Prime, which was immediately confirmed by a lunch-mate who works across the street. Is lunch-mate a term? It is now. I've heard wonderful things about Sarabeth's, mainly from Elsie W. But it seems that not all Sarabeth's are equal. I ate 3/4 of Elsie's pancake and it was the fluffiest I've ever had, but she says she's had flufflier at another Sarabeth's. I liked my salmon eggs benedict, but it was made with homemade "English muffins" that I didn't really enjoy. I was also disappointed that Elsie's pancakes didn't come with butter. I like butter. I may come back, but I think I need to try other Sarabeths. This one might be too big for its own good. It felt like we were eating brunch at a steakhouse. It just didn't feel cozy or right. And where's the butter?
(3)Andrew P.
I enjoyed my brunch. The service was very good, and they very helpfully took my bike bag and checked it for me. (There's no bike parking, but I had no problem bringing my folding bike in, which I kept next to the table.) Despite the large size, I didn't find it terribly noisy, which was a plus. The omelette I ordered was big and fluffy, and exactly as one would hope an omelette should be. The coffee was excellent. Here's why it's four stars and not five for me. I would have liked to have seen more options. I was surprised that there wasn't a basic bacon and cheese omelette -- in fact, bacon wasn't an ingredient in any of the omelettes. I didn't want to spend $8 for a side of bacon. The menu warns that they will politely refuse any substitutions. However, I was able to have bacon added, despite my waiter's warning that it would "take more time" to order this way. There was a muffin choice available as an "OR" but not an "AND" -- if a single muffin was available, I didn't see it on the menu.
(4)Kailyn M.
Horrible service. Had a reservation at 5:00pm didn't even get acknowledged by wait staff until 6:00. The restaurant was empty there was no reason to be ignored. It took them 30 minutes to run our cards and once again the restaurant was dead. I do not suggest going here.
(1)Lula F.
My friend's cousin recommended this place. The restaurant has a wonderful ambience. It is a fancy place to eat. As far as the food, it was okay. I ordered the garden omelette which was okay. It didn't have any flavor. I had to serenade it with black pepper and a little bit of salt to eat it. For the price, I don't think the omelette was worth it... I've tasted better omelette. My friend ordered the lemon Ricotta pancake. It was delicious. I recommend the pancakes if you decide to dine here. I gave it three stars because the food didn't have a wow factor for the price I've paid. I felt as if I was really paying more for the ambience than for the food. The waiters were really friendly and attentive. The wait time from when you order to the time you receive the food was minimal. I would only come back here if someone was treating me.
(3)Kyna C.
Love Sarabetha for brunch but it gets insanely crowded, especially with strollers everywhere and crying babies. The foods delicious though so just come earlier in the day
(4)Haleigh C.
Awesome! Came here for their $5 happy hour; my three friends and I spent about $60 bucks and went away stuffed. Also it's a great deal because you get all this normally really expensive stuff for only $5 per dish.
(5)Gabby B.
Just a good ol classic brunch. It is always busy here on the weekends! So expect just the slightest delay in service. However. I had an amazingly rich and delicious almond crusted French toast with berries. So good, but I couldn't finish it! I highly recommend it though. Their muffins are also yummy. I would for sure keep coming here because it is reliably good.
(4)Steven N.
I went here with a friend for brunch the other day. The hosts were friendly and seated us immediately. The food was quite good. However, the waitstaff was slow, surly, and downright rude. With so many good restaurants in the area, this is just unnecessary.
(2)Jenny K. L.
I may not have ordered the right things... The roasted chicken salad had random ingredients in it that weren't listed on the menu including cucumbers, something pickled, and even broccoli..... The mussels were delish, though small. The truffled fries were pricey considering the small bottom of the batch pieces we got. Loved the ambience and large booths. Lunch or brunch might be a better bet based on the pictures I see..
(3)Amber R.
Let me start be saying the food was delicious!!!! But the services was so atrocious it definitely ruined my meal! Two nights ago we were greeted by the hostess with the worst possible puss on her face I've only seen in bitchy teen made for TV dramas. I thought I was imagining it bc it was so bad but my date commented on it as well. Not welcoming in the slightest. At our table we asked for a suggestion on the red wine, notes, how robust it is, etc. All she knew was one was popular and we couldn't taste it. Fine. Twenty minutes later (literally) and after asking for it twice it arrives. She can't uncork it so we watch her take is to someone else, struggles with it more, pours the glass w chunks of cork, the leaves the bottle of RED wine on the table but not before she puts the mangled cork back in the bottle. Now to the food. Delicious.... But after about 45 minutes after we ordered. Again as we were ordering we asked our waitress what was better the kale or the spring veggies she said well if you like kale it's popular but I haven't tried either. (As a side if I didn't "like kale" why would I be asking to order it). I understand that things happen but this is more than a half empty restaurant. There were a handful of seated tables & other servers around. I didn't get it. Oh and she charged us extra on the bill. The crappy service wasn't worth the hassle when there's at least 5 better restaurants in a 2 block radius. And don't get me started on Sunday brunch. Whatever you do don't sit at the bar. Bartender is terrible about service as well. Such a shame for a restaurant with good food.
(1)Kenza A.
Ended up here for brunch. I was NOT impressed. My pancakes were way too dry and didn't taste good at all, which sucked because I had a serious pancakes craving! The egg Benedict was decent, but didn't make up for my pancakes. I would however recommend coming here on a nice warm day and sitting outside to do some people watching!!
(2)Mark W.
My family went here for dinner, and it seems a fine venue for locals and business-types looking for a convenient meal. The food was all right, not bad and not spectacular. The service was certainly cheerful and pleasant. But, thinking back to last week when we ate there, having sampled all of each others dishes, we cannot really remember anything as being phenomenal. Just ok.
(3)Sherry B.
Overpriced for very average food. Nothing special. There are better brunch options in the area.
(1)Kevin R.
Stopped by at 10pm for coffee and dessert. Restaurant was nearly empty and the server told us that the kitchen closed at 10:30. He then proceeded to stop by two additional times demanding, quite unpleasantly, that we place an order immediately. I told him both times we were just there for coffee and dessert and we walked away rudely. Finally, the manager waited on us, but by that time we were so disgusted with the service we only had coffee and left. I expect better service and with all of the choice in NYC I won't be returning here. Too bad, looked like the restaurant did have some potential.
(1)Alexandra C.
I don't think Sarabeth's is anything to woo about. The decor is tacky and dated and it has carpeting (or is that the one uptown?I forgot. but regardless...eww). The food is mediocre...I got pancakes and eggs benedict. I will admit that the hollandaise was bomb, but the pancakes were nothing special at all. Overpriced for the quality of food. I should've just stayed in my pajamas and ordered seamless. The reason I am giving this 2 stars is because I sat next to a guy who looked like Michael Jackson.
(2)Wendy G.
Nice, am I the first one writing reviews here?!?! This must be a new location for Sarabeth's in the city :) We came for Saturday brunch around 1pm, they don't take reservation, but the line moved very fast, we got seated within 10 minutes. The environment of the restaurant is super nice, and this one, in particular, is in my favorite neighborhood. Service, quality of food are all five star. The bill came out to be $30+ per person, which did match with what they deliver. Highly recommend Sarabeth's for a classy five-star brunch experience!
(5)Zac R.
Don't Go!! Food is somewhere between boring and terrible and very overpriced. If you like dry crusty muffins and cold, unseasoned eggs this is the place for you.
(1)Rafael D.
We want out with friends to Sarabeth's in Park Avenue. Service was very friendly and attentive. The food was delicious. I have ordered the pizza with egg and prosciutto and my wife had the steak. In the end, they gave us complimentary muffins for our next day breakfast. I definitely recommend it for a fancier dinner or a night out with friends
(5)Hazel A.
Visited: March 3, 2013 The Situation: First Sunday Brunch back in NYC after a few weeks of work travel. Expectations were high based on the memorable food experience from my previous brunching at their location near Central Park. Sadly, I could not make the soft opening period when they featured complimentary meals but I'm glad that my favorite meal was my maiden culinary voyage. Today was their first official Sunday brunch opening. The Scene: As expected, there was the standard wait. A call at 1:30 to check on average wait time garnered the kind response that the average wait time for two was 25 minutes. This is important to note because most places will NOT give you a quote over the phone even if you state that you are only a few blocks away so I appreciated this response. (Interesting to note: in person, my male scruffy looking bestie was quoted 90 minutes; I was given the standard 45 minutes to an hour. We were seated within 30 minutes.) The crowd was a great mix of couples, families, friends, etc. who had obviously heard of Sarabeth's reputation from its other locations. Ample waiting room was available for all, including a parking area for strollers. This space had previously been Primehouse which was predicted by a friend of mine to close within a year..and it did. The space was redone to be more inviting through more lighting and open areas. The Staff & Such: I don't think I've ever written or experienced this in recent dining experiences, but the service was PERFECT. Everyone was friendly and professional, which is especially important since this spot just opened. Our expectations for the wait were managed and there was enough staff to ensure that we always had our needs met. My brunch companion wondered aloud at the attractiveness of the staff but I didn't feel that this was out of the ordinary. We met Stewart, who seemed to act in an overall GM capacity and spent some time discussing the other locations as well as their philosophy in hiring the staff (experience AND attitude). Our waitress, Oyala, was perfect and we ensured that she received the tip that reflected that she performed beyond our expectations. Food: Full disclosure - I am a huge, huge stickler for how I love my food from the preparation to presentation. We started sharing the crab meat with guac over chips which was fresh and of substantial portions for sharing. I had the scrambled egg popover with its perfect consistency and side of salad and my friend had the lemon ricotta pancakes. The chocolate mousse cake was a unique combination of chocolate mousse and pound cake with an egg based cream. Quite delish. Alcohol: I upgraded my Four Flowers martini to Five Flowers with the addition of St. Germain while my friend tried out their signature pickled Bloody Mary. He ended up spicing it up more as he found it to be too genteel but in all fairness, I had warned him that it was most likely a recipe mean to appease the average Bloody Mary drinker that may not have his spice capacity. We upped the ante to the Fiery Mango...which caused the Asian blush to make an appearance on a Caucasian man who actually COULD NOT FINISH the drink. I switched out gin for vodka in the French 27 and between the strength and tartness of the drink, had to have an additional glass of water to finish it. The Threads: They were pretty forgiving as the range was from jeans and a sweater to a little bit of dress up. Location, Location, Location: The only aspect of this brunch experience that was even close to negative was that we were seated near the door. Normally, I'd ask for another table, but curious to people watch and check out the scene, we rolled with the spot. It also helped that it was a curved corner and traffic either from patrons or staff was NOT an issue. Wallet Whomp - $$$$ - I'll be coming back for other meals and happy hour but similar to other locations, the brunch is on the pricey side. Expect an average of $50 from cocktail to dessert. Wallet Whomp Index $ - TimeOut version of Cheap Eats $$ - NYMag version of Cheap Eats $$$ - I'm a New Yorker and this is how I roll $$$$ - Did someone say Corporate Card? $$$$$ - Plutocrats unite!
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