Chumley's

Chumley's reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

1. AR

   ARS31

   New York City2 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on August 5, 2017

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   I rated this place very good because I've heard that it is and it wasn't really their fault (I guess) but here's our story. For about a week, my pregnant wife was VERY excited about going to Chumley's and eating a burger, which is supposed to be excellent. She mentioned it everyday. About two days before, I received a phone call to confirm and to inquire about any food allergies. I told them that my wife has an allergy to mango, they say no problem. We arrived and sat down (the place is very beautiful) and again we're asked about food allergies and again we confirm her mango allergy and we tell her that she is pregnant. This time the waitress just says, that's odd, and walks away. Now time for the order: my wife orders her burger, the one she was so happy about, only to be told "there's mango in the sauce and she won't take it out," presumably referring to Chef Victoria Blamey. I know my wife was on verge of tears (I can't stress enough how much she was looking forward to this - she's pregnant, we just started new stressful jobs, and we don't eat beef that much) but we ask for a moment to look at the menu again. The waitress returns and my wife has regained her composure and now confidently asks for the duck. "Ok but she won't cook it past medium," says the waitress which is obviously not an appropriate poultry temperature for a pregnant woman. We told the waitress that we unfortunately couldn't stay for dinner. The waitress was understanding and recommended a place on the corner "that's really good... and least it was when I ate there a few years ago" and we were on our way. We ended up having burgers at Minetta Tavern, which were excellent and prepared according to our request. In the end, we had a nice evening. Chumley's seems like it's probably a great place to eat, but not if your pregnant or allergic to mango, and not if you want the food prepared anyway other than the chef's choice. Overall 5/7, would walk out of again.
   

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2. GD

   GuyD

   New York City13 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on August 5, 2017

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The new Chumley's is superb. The oyster preparations are imaginative and oh-so-good. Other appetizers are prepared to perfection, particularly the tuna carpaccio, which was new to the menu. The rabbit, which we had for the second time, was delicious - again. Soft shell crabs were spectacular - unfortunately, they were the last of the season. However, the people are what really make Chumley's special - the kitchen is first rate, the managers, servers, bar and every one on the floor is good - really good.
   

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   KevinP

   New York City5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on July 21, 2017

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Wonderful experience and delicious food. Once you've eaten a Chumley Burger you'll never be satisfied with a burger anywhere else again. Excellent appetizers and entrees. The perfect place for a special meal.
   

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   PasqualeC

   New York City6 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on July 8, 2017

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Go for a burger and a cocktail and enjoy the ambiance.
   

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   ElizabethM

   New York City3 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on June 24, 2017

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   Should have checked the menu before we went - I'm a vegetarian and the only menu option for me was porridge. I had been here years ago and loved the pre-renovation vibe, so much energy and character. Kind of stuffy and subdued now. Miss the old place.
   

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6. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   New York City1 review

   2.0

   Dined on June 22, 2017

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   The menu is very limited. They do not and will not accommodate special requests like a side of French fries even though they serve them with the burger entree. The prices are high and the service was over done yet they under delivered. I made the reservation out of nostalgia for the Chumleys of yore and it was fun to be back and they did a great job with the restoration. However the dining experience was disappointing overall.
   

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7. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   New York City4 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on June 22, 2017

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   We were sadly very disappointed by not only the lack of vegetarian options (not even a vegetarian starter), but by the Chef's inflexibility to agree to serve even the cheese as a starter, because apparently it was a dessert dish. I lived in Paris for a number of years, and while this type of arrogance may just pass in a Michelin star establishment where the chef feels strongly about the menu they offer (although at least a salad would always be on the menu), this is not this type of place. Also, any self-respecting chef should understand that in Manhattan's Greenwich Villlage, not catering to vegetarians and inflexibility on serving a cheese as a starter is a recipe for disaster in the long term. I hope the management will have the understanding to rectify this situation.
   

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8. OT

   OpenTable Diner VIP

   New York City52 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on June 21, 2017

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   Definitely in the running for one of the top burgers in NY.
   

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   Chelsea

   New York City43 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on June 19, 2017

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Place looks great! Service is lovely. Food leaves a lot to be desired, especially at rather high prices. Duck had a spoonful of puree and a dollop of sauce?? Hamburger had so much going on you couldn't taste anything. Fries were divine. Wine list is very interesting but has no reasonable options.
   

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    thepamrusso

    New Jersey149 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 16, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    While I'll always miss the original Chumley's, this version is pretty spectacular - and completely different than the bar it was before. Great decor, impeccable service, small but well thought out menu of chef's specialties (try the lobster eclair and soft shell crab if they're in season/on the menu) and amazing craft cocktails (the Mrs. Easy was delicious) with very fresh and interesting ingredients. There are food options for every palette, from rabbit to cod to vegetarian. More of a special occasion spot since there can't be more than 15 tables inside. Don't bother showing up without a reservation.
    

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