User Rating: 5 out of 5 stars (14 ratings)
Artisanal
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2 Park Ave, New York, NY
10016
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Cross Streets: Between E 33rd St and Park Ave S/E 32nd St
40.746206
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| About: | Artisanal Fromagerie, Bistro and Wine Bar showcases the formidable creativity and passion of Chef-Proprietor Terrance Brennan who adds playful twists to classic French bistro dishes. Selecting only premium ingredients, Brennan's commitment to the use of artisanal, sustainable and organic products is evident in the quality of each dish. Recalling a bustling Parisian bistro, Artisanal's handsome Art Deco interior offers the sophisticated French specialties one might expect in Paris. As the name implies, Artisanal features a scrumptious selection of 250 hand-crafted cheeses from around the world. In the back of the dining room is the cheese cave, a temperature and humidity controlled room, where a number of the world's finest artisanally-made cheeses are aged to optimum ripeness and peak flavor. Adjacent to the dining room is the wine bar, which boosts 100 wines by the glass. There is also an on-premise cheese shop that attracts gourmands citywide. |
| Hours: | Lunch Mon.-Fri., Dinner nightly, Brunch Sat.-Sun. |
| Categories: | Specialty Food Stores, French Restaurants, Bistro Restaurants, Continental Restaurants, Restaurants, B2B Food Wholesalers |
| Parking: | Street Parking |
| Payment: | MasterCard, Visa, Discover, American Express, Diners Club |
| Amenities: | Bar Dining, Beer, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine, Wine Bar |
| Chef: | Chef Francis Falivene |
| Cuisine: | Bistros & Brasseries, French |
| Ambiance: | Casual |
| Feature: | Bar, Brunch, Great Wine List, Late Night, Take Out |
| Reservations Policy: | Suggested |
| Smoking: | Non-Smoking Restaurant |
| Dress Code: | Smart Casual |
| Price: | $5.00 |
| Other Contact Info: | Fax: 212 481 5455 Email: info@artisanalbistro.com |
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User Rating: 5 out of 5 starsSmells like cheese. The first thing that hits you when you enter Artisanal is the overwhelming aroma of good, ripe cheeses -- a bit intimidating for the uninitiated, but complete nirvana for people serious about their cheese. No matter the hour, the dining room always seems full and for good reason. The food is consistently delicious, the portions won't leave you hungry, the service is reliable, helpful (if not a bit serious), the wine list is varied and reasonably priced, and the cheese, ahh yes, the cheese. There are some fine choices among the appetizers, but you owe it to yourself to try a proper fondue at least once. While even the mildest of Artisanal's fondues are a bit strong for the average American palate, if you're really into cheese you'll enjoy the experience. Take your time dipping and enjoying with a good starter wine. There's a nice variety of main courses and I've yet to be disappointed. Kudos to the kitchen for figuring out what works, keeping it simple, and allowing the fresh ingredients and seasonings to speak for themselves. There's no pretense or over-reaching. I feel as though I can order anything on the menu with absolute confidence. For a treat, eschew the sweets on the dessert menu and summon the fromagier (cheese expert) to assist in choosing an assortment of fine cheeses. Enjoy!
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User Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
When visiting NYC in early Oct. I had the pleasure of dining at Artisanal and the food was absolutely wonderful! The fondue was amazing and a HUGE amount. We ordered the beef tips along with it and the steak was cooked to perfection! The artisanal blend fondue was an amazing compliment to the beef.
For an entree I had the vension and all I can say is "WOW!" I left very pleased with EVERYTHING! The wine and the food was great.
I wouldn't suggest this restaurant for those who are looking for a quiet and romantic evening but if you're just looking to kick back, relax, and enjoy a good meal, this is definitely a place to go! -
User Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
A Barrage of Fromage: Artisanal will always keep us coming back. Very reasonable prices and a great, varied menu with excellent daily specials combined with a comprehensive and reasonably-priced wine list come together to satisfy the palate and purse every time. The quality of the food is superb. We started with a basket of gougeres and an excellent bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon priced under $30. We then savored the parmesan gnocchi and then had the hanger steak (cooked to perfection, perfect marbling) with pommes frites. We also had the Tuna Nicoise lightly rolled in cracked pepper corn, sea salt and herbs and then pan seared. Out of this world. We finished off with a cheese plate and an apple tort both of which were great. Excellent bread is just one more indication that this restaurant is committed to your having an excellent dining experience. In addition, the physical plant is above par. An exceptionally clean restaurant with high ceilings that is well ventilated, appropriate lighting, interesting décor right down to the floor tile reminiscent of a Parisian bistro, superb wait-staff the one of NYCs best selections of cheeses. The staff is well scrubbed, polite, professional and attentive. There are no gimmicks at Artisanal; just excellent food, wine, ambiance and staff. It is an excellent choice for any occasion and highly recommended.
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