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Absolutely Exceptional Dining Experience
We had the most incredible experience at Essential by Christophe. We were there celebrating the newlyweds, and choosing the Chef’s Room truly made the evening unforgettable. The level of service was unlike anything I’ve ever experienced, every single staff member made us feel welcomed, comfortable, and genuinely cared for. They anticipated what we needed before we even asked and made sure every guest had exactly what they wanted.
The food was outstanding. The Wagyu beef cap was melt-in-your-mouth perfection, the scallop was a clear highlight, and the mushroom cappuccino was one of the most unique and delicious dishes. Every course was beautifully executed and thoughtfully balanced.
If you’re looking for a place to celebrate a special occasion or want a dining experience that exceeds every expectation, I cannot recommend this restaurant enough. Absolutely five stars.
الرد من Essential by Christophe
2025.11.24
Dear Kaela,
Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful review!! We are truly honored to hear that your experience in the Chef’s Room made your celebration so special. Knowing that every detail (from the service to the food) left such a lasting impression means the absolute world to us. Our team takes great pride in anticipating our guests’ needs and creating a warm, welcoming environment, so it’s incredibly rewarding to hear that you felt genuinely cared for throughout the evening. Celebrating special moments like yours is exactly why we do what we do, and your kind words inspire us to continue elevating every experience. We can’t wait to welcome you back to Essential by Christophe for another unforgettable meal & look forward to creating more memorable moments with you!!
Best,
Essential by Christophe Team
Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful review!! We are truly honored to hear that your experience in the Chef’s Room made your celebration so special. Knowing that every detail (from the service to the food) left such a lasting impression means the absolute world to us. Our team takes great pride in anticipating our guests’ needs and creating a warm, welcoming environment, so it’s incredibly rewarding to hear that you felt genuinely cared for throughout the evening. Celebrating special moments like yours is exactly why we do what we do, and your kind words inspire us to continue elevating every experience. We can’t wait to welcome you back to Essential by Christophe for another unforgettable meal & look forward to creating more memorable moments with you!!
Best,
Essential by Christophe Team
The flavors were impeccable. ✨
الرد من Essential by Christophe
2025.11.24
Dear Chollada,
Thank you so much! Chef Christophe carefully manages every flavor to create a balanced and memorable experience, & we’re so glad you enjoyed it. We very much look forward to seeing you again soon!
Best,
Essential by Christophe Team
Thank you so much! Chef Christophe carefully manages every flavor to create a balanced and memorable experience, & we’re so glad you enjoyed it. We very much look forward to seeing you again soon!
Best,
Essential by Christophe Team
So totally overpriced I almost found it comical. The food was OK. but nothing so special. So pretentious that it was ridiculous.The portions were tiny. Not my idea of a super expensive dinner. It seems the more they charge the smaller the portions.
الرد من Essential by Christophe
2025.11.24
Dear Bonnlee,
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. We truly appreciate your honest feedback & are sorry that your experience didn’t feel like it reflected the value we aim to provide. Our tasting menu is designed with smaller portions so guests can enjoy a variety of carefully crafted dishes, but we completely understand how this might not have met your expectations. We hope you might consider giving us another chance in the future to share the full experience we strive to create!
Best,
Essential by Christophe Team
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. We truly appreciate your honest feedback & are sorry that your experience didn’t feel like it reflected the value we aim to provide. Our tasting menu is designed with smaller portions so guests can enjoy a variety of carefully crafted dishes, but we completely understand how this might not have met your expectations. We hope you might consider giving us another chance in the future to share the full experience we strive to create!
Best,
Essential by Christophe Team
The perfect pairings complemented the delicious dishes beautifully! This was truly one of my favorite meals in NYC, and I can’t wait to come back again!
الرد من Essential by Christophe
2025.11.24
Dear Gayle,
Thank you so much! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the pairings and dishes, and that your experience stood out as one of your favorites in NYC. The photos you took are fantastic as well! We very much look forward to seeing you again soon.
Best,
Essential by Christophe Team
Thank you so much! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the pairings and dishes, and that your experience stood out as one of your favorites in NYC. The photos you took are fantastic as well! We very much look forward to seeing you again soon.
Best,
Essential by Christophe Team
Had a wonderful birthday dinner at Essential by Christophe. The flavors were amazing and every dish was beautifully balanced. The service was attentive and thoughtful throughout the evening. I’m very happy I chose to celebrate my birthday here!
الرد من Essential by Christophe
2025.11.24
Dear Qian,
Thank you so much for celebrating your birthday with us! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the flavors, presentation, and attentive service. It was an honor to be part of your special day, and we look forward to welcoming you back for many more memorable meals!
Best,
Essential by Christophe Team
Thank you so much for celebrating your birthday with us! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the flavors, presentation, and attentive service. It was an honor to be part of your special day, and we look forward to welcoming you back for many more memorable meals!
Best,
Essential by Christophe Team
We loved every dish that was served and the service was beyond. I never though a parsnip fondant dish would be the best thing I have ever eaten. We both love food and love a good experience and we just had a wonderful time here. It made our trip to New York even more special. Our waiter was just fantastic too which did not hurt. We did not have the best table in the house (although I make our reservation well in advance) but it did not matter. The decor is nice and very comfortable. We both highly recommend this dining experience.
الرد من Essential by Christophe
2025.11.17
Dear Amy,
Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful review!! We’re delighted to hear that your experience with us helped make your trip to New York even more special. It means a great deal to know that each dish (especially the parsnip) resonated so strongly with you.
We’re also thrilled to hear that your server made the evening even better! We’ll be sure to share your kind words with the team.
Thank you again for joining us and for your high recommendation. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit to the city!
Best,
Essential by Christophe Team
Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful review!! We’re delighted to hear that your experience with us helped make your trip to New York even more special. It means a great deal to know that each dish (especially the parsnip) resonated so strongly with you.
We’re also thrilled to hear that your server made the evening even better! We’ll be sure to share your kind words with the team.
Thank you again for joining us and for your high recommendation. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit to the city!
Best,
Essential by Christophe Team
This was our fifth time eating at the bar.
We both felt that the food this time was simply sub par from a taste standpoint - it just felt blah. And that includes the starter and main course. Very disappointing.
الرد من Essential by Christophe
2025.11.24
Dear Nash,
Thank you again for taking the time to speak with us on the phone. We genuinely appreciate the opportunity to better understand your experience as a loyal guest at our bar, and please know that we take your comments to heart, and we’re committed to making things right on your next visit.
We look forward to welcoming you back and providing the exceptional experience you deserve!
Best,
Essential by Christophe Team
Thank you again for taking the time to speak with us on the phone. We genuinely appreciate the opportunity to better understand your experience as a loyal guest at our bar, and please know that we take your comments to heart, and we’re committed to making things right on your next visit.
We look forward to welcoming you back and providing the exceptional experience you deserve!
Best,
Essential by Christophe Team
Outstanding in every way. Flawless. Cant wait to be back. The beef stole the show.
الرد من Essential by Christophe
2025.10.25
Dear FN,
Thank you so much!! We’re thrilled to hear you had such an outstanding experience, & we couldn’t agree more, the beef is definitely a standout. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another flawless evening soon!
Best,
Essential by Christophe Team
Thank you so much!! We’re thrilled to hear you had such an outstanding experience, & we couldn’t agree more, the beef is definitely a standout. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another flawless evening soon!
Best,
Essential by Christophe Team
I am a little reticent (selfishly) to write the glowing review this restaurant deserves, purely because I want to keep it a secret all for myself! I know it’s maintained a loyal customer base since opening, but I can’t express how nice it is to be able to still walk in and grab a spot at the bar most nights here. Most restaurants of this caliber that is not the case. This one just hits all the marks. My partner and I say it’s one of our favorite, if not our very favorite, restaurant in all of New York. The food, ambience, service all are of course 5 stars. Beyond those though there are many little intangible things about this place that really just push it into another realm. It’s truly special. It’s a true privilege to dine here and be treated by this staff. We will keep coming back.
الرد من Essential by Christophe
2025.10.15
Dear Matt,
What an absolutely wonderful review!! Thank you so much for sharing this. We’re truly touched by your kind words and honored to be among your favorite restaurants in New York. It means the world to our entire team to know that the details, big & small, resonated with you and your partner. We’ll look forward to welcoming you back for many more evenings at the bar!
Best,
Essential by Christophe Team
What an absolutely wonderful review!! Thank you so much for sharing this. We’re truly touched by your kind words and honored to be among your favorite restaurants in New York. It means the world to our entire team to know that the details, big & small, resonated with you and your partner. We’ll look forward to welcoming you back for many more evenings at the bar!
Best,
Essential by Christophe Team
الرد من Essential by Christophe
2025.10.15
Dear Jake,
Thank you so much for the wonderful review and for capturing our food so beautifully! We’re thrilled you enjoyed your experience. We’d love to know how we can make your next visit a 5 star one. Your feedback means a lot to us. Hope to welcome you back soon!
Best,
Essential by Christophe Team
Thank you so much for the wonderful review and for capturing our food so beautifully! We’re thrilled you enjoyed your experience. We’d love to know how we can make your next visit a 5 star one. Your feedback means a lot to us. Hope to welcome you back soon!
Best,
Essential by Christophe Team