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West Branch

2178 Broadway, New York, NY, 10024
at 77th St.
212-777-6764

7.5 "Recommended"
Average Reader Rating
on a Scale of 10		 Write Your Own Review
83% Would you go back?
100% Would you take a date?
20% Would you take kids?
80% Would you go on business?
100% Would you go on a special occasion?
Food: 8.6
Service: 7.2
Décor: 7.4
Value: 7.4
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Nice First Date...plus Celebs!

tog1979 from 11217 | Posted on 10/16/09

Overall Rating: 8 (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: 8
Service: 7
Décor: 8
Value: 6

I went here last night on a first date. Was warmly greeted by the front desk, and seated almost immediately. While there were one or two options for under $20, I was a little surprised to see that most of the entrees were pushing $30 or more. However the gnocci I had was delicious, and my date enjoyed her meal as well. As a bonus, we sat right next to Richard Belzer from Law and Order, and Brian Cox from The Bourne Identity. Overall, I would definitely recommend this place for anyone looking for a nice restaurant that falls between formal and casual.

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4 out of 5 people found this review helpful.

The West Branch

hankaberle from 10025 | Posted on 3/8/09

Overall Rating: 1 (Not Recommended)
Would you go back? No
Would you take a date? (NA)
Would you take kids? (NA)
Would you go on business? (NA)
Would you go on a special occasion? (NA)
Food: 8
Service: 1
Décor: 2
Value: 4

This restaurant has a real problem! It's called attitude at the door. I made a reservation for 9:45 and when I arrived ON TIME the maitre d' barked at me that I had exactly 5 minutes before the kitchen closed. I refuse to be treated like I was in a diner especially when I'm about to drop $150+. If they were so concerned about the kitchen, they shouldn't allow reservations past 9:30PM. I don't think I'll be going back any time soon!

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6 out of 12 people found this review helpful.

Wonderful menu and lively, relaxed setting

ShanghaiLil from 10005 | Posted on 12/15/08

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

The menu is a wonderful mix of sophisticated comfort food, classic seafood offerings, and interesting specials. We really enjoyed the escargot appetizer, lobster risotto, and roasted cod. The atmosphere is really lively and the staff enhances the festive environment. It is a bit noisy at times, although that's probably because every table was filled. I'm convinced that I had a lot more fun than I might have without the excitement of all the other folks around us!

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8 out of 13 people found this review helpful.

A Hit

ChefgirlNY from 10028 | Posted on 12/5/08

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: (NA)
Service: (NA)
Décor: (NA)
Value: (NA)

As a fellow industry professional and someone who really likes Ouest, I was so pleased that West Branch lived up to my expectations. The service was great, my companion and I enjoyed house baked bread and a unique Australian wine to start. My squash tortellini with ricotta and cinnamon beignet were both outstanding. I'll be going back for steak tartare and blanquette de veau soon!

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7 out of 12 people found this review helpful.

West Branch wonder

paul29163 from 1111 | Posted on 12/5/08

Overall Rating: 7 (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: 7
Service: 8
Décor: 8
Value: 7

Observed packed restaurant, decided to try, warm welcome, nice decor. Food well prepared and presented with good selection and variety. Good wine list. Will visit again.......................

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5 out of 11 people found this review helpful.

A Proper Brasserie Plus More

chillep from 10007 | Posted on 11/3/08

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: 10

From the gilded mirrors and Fauvist water colors to the Kronenbourg 1664 on tap and well-chosen house wines to the varied selection (and sublime quality) of the food selection, The West Branch supplies all the joys of a Brasserie with the added benefits of terrific service (despite heavy Halloween traffic) and domestic comforts like the best burger I've tasted in too long of a while. Once again, the UWS owes cheers to the Ouest crew for serving the terrific and eclectic European cuisine that the neighborhood had been sorely lacking.

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13 out of 20 people found this review helpful.

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