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Oceana

1221 Sixth Ave., New York, NY, 10020
nr. 49th St.
212-759-5941

9.3 "Highly Recommended"
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Food: 10.0
Service: 9.0
Décor: 8.3
Value: 8.0
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First-rate

FatBastard from 10019 | Posted on 7/25/09

Overall Rating: 9 (Highly Recommended)
Would you go back? Yes
Would you take a date? Yes
Would you take kids? No
Would you go on business? Yes
Would you go on a special occasion? Yes
Food: 10
Service: 7
Décor: 7
Value: 7

I had been hesitant to try Oceana because of its price tag, so Restaurant Week seemed like the right opportunity. Interestingly, the restaurant only appeared to be offering the $35 prix fixe menu as they didn't hand us the regular menu. And Oceana did not skimp with the prix fixe selection as many restaurants tend to do -- kudos to management for not treating as second-class citizens diners like the table of college kids in sneakers who would otherwise never have an opportunity to experience Michelin-rated fare. Quality of the tuna/yellowtail poke (essentially tartare) was excellent, and its seasoning expertly balanced. Smoked trout appetizer had great consistency and a delicate flavor. Entree portions of fish are small but on par with Le Bernandin for preparation. Shellfish dish was simple but unobjectionable. The atmosphere is fine, though slightly dingy banquette could use a refresher. Small space can be loud if any one table is boisterous. Service was appropriate and appreciated even if a bit confused a time or two. The meal was one of the best I've had in recent months, and I'll be back for the full-priced menu in due time.

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4 out of 8 people found this review helpful.

Still the best

pattani from 10017 | Posted on 2/21/08

Overall Rating: 9 (Highly Recommended)
Would you go back? Yes
Would you take a date? Yes
Would you take kids? No
Would you go on business? Yes
Would you go on a special occasion? Yes
Food: 10
Service: 10
Décor: 8
Value: 8

Oceana continues to be my favorite overall restaurant in Manhattan. The food is consistently 'great' and the service excellent. I eat out 3 to 5 times a week and although there are other great restaurants in this city, this one has never disappointed. My only criticism is that the crowd it draws is an older bunch and more formal than a younger hipper crowd. Refined dining for refined tastebuds. Every item on the menu is exceptional and that comes from someone who has eaten here 20+ times.

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41 out of 106 people found this review helpful.

A seafarer's delight.....

markedwardphoto | Posted on 12/16/05

Overall Rating: 10 (Highly Recommended)
Would you go back? Yes
Would you take a date? Yes
Would you take kids? No
Would you go on business? Yes
Would you go on a special occasion? Yes
Food: 10
Service: 10
Décor: 10
Value: 9

If you love sea food and incredible wines then this is the place to be. Every dish is made perfectly. The decor is nautical and fun. It is elegant, so don't wear jeans. The food is some of the best in NYC, and you pay for it! Magnificant wine list as well. Highly recommende.

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279 out of 584 people found this review helpful.

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