Right off Central Park West, from the warm staff who greet you to the magnificent flowers backed by emerald greens and sunlight to the Howard Chandler Christy murals of voluptuous nymphs, this is much more than a restaurant. It`s an Old World experience that New Yorkers and out-of-towners have been relishing since 1917. Appetizer specialties include cold salmon/four ways, oysters or seafood gazpacho for appetizers. For main courses try herb-roasted chicken with mashed potatoes, osso buco with polenta and apricots, grilled swordfish with mustard sauce, and steak tartare with pine nuts.
Preparing French, European and American meals its guests, this is a fine dining restaurant. Expect the average entrée to cost over $30, and there`s a prix-fixe menu. Plan to dress formal -- jacket is required.
Atmosphere: The restaurant has an eclectic décor. The interior is enhanced by displayed artwork, and the lighting is soft. The restaurant is romantic and relaxed. Table talk is easy - this restaurant is quiet and subdued.
More Reasons to Go: Café Des Artistes is appropriate (if not ideal) for anniversaries and other romantic evenings.
Eating & Drinking: Open for lunch and dinner. There is also a prix-fixe menu available.Wine is served, and you`ll find that there is a good selection of wines.
Notable Mention: One of New York`s better restaurants.
Details to Note: Reservations are suggested. Entrances and walkways are wheelchair friendly. It should be noted that this is an adult oriented facility.
Ways to Pay: Cash, MasterCard, Visa, American Express and Diners Club
Hours of Operation: Dinner: Mon-Sat 5:30pm-12:00am, Sun 5:30pm-11:00pm.
