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Blue Ribbon Brasserie

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97 Sullivan St., New York, NY 10012
nr. Spring St.  See Map | Subway Directions Hopstop Popup
212-274-0404 Send to Phone

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  • Critics' Rating: **

    Key to Prices and ratings

    Upscale
    • Almost Perfect
    • Exceptional
    • Generally Excellent
    • Very Good
    • Good
    Cheap Eats
    • Best in Category
    • Excellent
    • Delicious
    • Very Good
    • Noteworthy
    • Very Expensive
    • Expensive
    • Moderate
    • Cheap
  • Reader Rating:

    8.3 out of 10

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    11 Reviews | Write a Review

  • Cuisine: American Nouveau
Photo by Robert K. Chin

Official Website

blueribbonrestaurants.com

Hours

Daily, 4pm-4am

Nearby Subway Stops

C, E at Spring St.

Prices

$14.50-$32

Payment Methods

American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard, Visa

Special Features

  • Bar Scene
  • Late-Night Dining
  • Romantic
  • Take-Out
  • Reservations Not Required

Alcohol

  • Full Bar

Reservations

Not Accepted

Profile

Because the wait can be maddening (small parties can't reserve), the crowd is a little too pleased with itself and eager to be merry, and the house has to handle so much self-importance into the wee hours, co-op board meetings can prove less stressful than getting settled into Blue Ribbon. Here's why it's worth the stress: a snappy dining staff that skillfully handles the cacophony without joining in. Tremendously vibrant raw seafood at a fair price. And above all, a menu that has no roots or rhythm other than its chef's passions. The only thing that sweet and spicy catfish, paella basquez, foie gras terrine, and pupu platter have in common is their yumminess. So make it easy on yourself-go to Blue Ribbon with a party of five or more. Then you can make a reservation and avoid the wait. Though you can't avoid the noise, at least you can join in-and if you happen to be taking advantage of the very late hours, it may help you stay awake long enough to enjoy your meal.

Note:

Reservations are only accepted for parties of 5-8.

Recommended Dishes

Sweet and spicy catfish, $22.50

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81% Would you go back?
90% Would you take a date?
10% Would you take kids?
60% Would you go on business?
70% Would you go on a special occasion?
Food: 8.7
Service: 9.3
Décor: 8.6
Value: 8.7

Rude and Pretentious

leslies from 10016 | Posted on 8/11/08

Overall Rating: 1 (Not Recommended)
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This is such a pretentious place. I just don't get how restaurant management can be so rude. It must come from the top; always does. We went last Friday night, about one AM. No wait, we could see one table open. The manager says, let me see what we have available, walks around the dining room. Meanwhile a party of four comes in, introduces himself to the manager, back slapping commences, etc. and they are given the table that was open. He comes back to us and tells us there's a 30 minute wait. In a restaurant that takes no reservations, this is just rude and snobbish. I'll never go back to Blue Ribbon, or any of its other restaurants

Perfect Dining

wine_sear31 from 11101 | Posted on 7/11/08

Overall Rating: 9 (Highly Recommended)
Food: 9
Service: 9
Décor: 9
Value: 9

Blue Ribbon is one of the best food experiences I've had in NYC. Our waiter was attentive and knowledgeable. The recommended wine we had before dinner was perfect. The Beef Marrow & Oxtail Marmalade starter was decadent and tasty. The Skate dish was seasoned well and cooked to perfection. The crowd had a nice feel to it; robust and cheery. The room was a tad dim but it was romantic. Since there are no reservations, put your name on the list, go have a drink in the neighborhood and check back until they are ready for you. It's worth it.

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