Visit #3 · Greenwich Village, Manhattan
Strip House
- Score
- 74/100
- Worth a return visit
- yes
- Ranked
- #1/4
Manhattan
The Manhattan was “ok” - tasted “a bit diluted”, was served in a Martini glass, and the Luxardo cherry was already sunken upon arrival.
Shrimp Cocktail
The shrimp were a “decent size” and had a “very good snap.” The cocktail sauce had a “great bite.”
Filet Mignon
The barrel-cut filet was cooked to order. It had a good crust and seasoned well - the salt level was right, and the pepper worked (although I had to eat a few actual peppercorns, which I consider “unfortunate”).
Creamed Spinach
Excellent - great texture, consistency, and taste.
New York Cheesecake
The cheesecake was round instead of a wedge and it had a layer of caramelized sugar rather than a conventional bare top. The crust was like a chocolate cookie, with no graham cracker. Once through the “creme-brulee glaze”, the texture, temperature, and taste of the actual cheesecake was good.
The Room
The room was essentially one large area and could’ve used some more “intimate spaces” and partitioning. There was distinctive, pervasive red lighting with an overall well-measured dimness. Acoustics were fine - no problem having a conversation.
Service
Service generally good - relatively attentive and opinionated - however there was a long wait for the bill.
Extras
The bread arrived warm and while there was variety, it would’ve been nice if there was enough of each kind that everyone could’ve had their preference.
Value
The Manhattan was $20, the filet $67, the shrimp cocktail $27, the creamed spinach $19, and the cheesecake $16. Total of $149 - decent value all things considered.