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107 West Restaurant
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Category: American (Traditional)
Neighborhood: Manhattan Valley2787 Broadway
(between 107th St & 108th St)
New York, NY 10025
(212) 864-1555
- Nearest Transit:
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Cathedral Pkwy (1)
- Attire:
- Casual
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Price Range:
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$$
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Delivery:
- Yes
- Take-out:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
- Good for:
- Dinner
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
12 reviews for 107 West Restaurant
I've been here twice, and while it may have redeemed itself the second time around, it's best still isnt good enough.
The first, I was tricked into attending a friends bday dinner. I was not happy to find out it was prix menu for $50 and entirely seafood entrees ( im allergic). The salad was mediocre, and my steak, which I had to harass the waiter to get, left much to be desired.
The second time was a better, perhaps b/c it was a party of 2 as opposed to 20, and the bf loved the ambience. I'm sure he thought it would make seducing me easier...he was right.
We were seated in a comfy corner near the waterfall and candlelit. The appetizers are actually recommended, the sausage stuffed wontons were amazing! and served with some sauce I am still trying to duplicate back home, but they come HOT so be careful or youll wind up as I did trying to resist the urge to spit it out much to your companions amusement. I got some type of chicken which was, well, just chicken. Not impressive or inventive enough for my liking.
The perk is there's a Haagen das one block down, so I'd advise you to skip dessert and go there. Trust me, your not missing anything in that department
My boyfriend had the shrimp and I had the pork chops, and we were both more-or-less happy with our meals, and very happy with our drinks. 8/09
I just went last night... They have recently revamped their menu... adding Japanese and sushi fare. I didn't try any last night... my friend was a little leery since there wasn't a sushi bar/chef in sight. I am curious to read some of the reviews about the asian offerings here. Their continental fare still tasty.
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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3/15/2008
I live right around the corner. I am surprised I did not venture to this place earlier, especially… Read more »
107 West has a loyal following among its neighbors, and I can see why. Speak to anyonee who has eaten here, and they will probably tell you they love the place.
Count me among them. 107 West is a very understated restaurant with terrace seating up front, bench seating and spacious tables in the back -- with a few interesting nooks and crannies and art on the walls -- and a 10-seat bar in the middle, always tuned to the local game, usually the Yanks.
Personally, I love sitting at the bar, where Andrew has been tending for about 10 years, off and on. It's a friendly bar and the perfect place to have some dinner on your own. If you want to chat with the friendly locals next to you, it's no problem. If not, no big deal. In other words, it's a great bar dining spot.
As for the food, I always get the fried chicken. This dish is just so great that I cannot force myself to order anything else on the menu. Others -- you know you're out there! -- know my plight.
I'm sure the fish specials are excellent, and I've heard the pork chop is sweet. I imagine most everything on the menu is pretty good -- but the fried chicken at 107 is world-class. It comes as a half chicken with choice of a side (read: fries) and collard greens. It's perfectly juicy, never greasy, always consistent.
In fact 107 West gets my vote for most underrated fried chicken in NYC. In a neighborhood not lacking for its fried chicken (see Miss Mamie's Spoonbread and Rack & Soul), 107 holds its own. And then some.
I went here on a weekday night and the service was great and the place was very clean. The only thing is...the food was really underwhelming. I ordered a char-broiled burger and my boyfriend ordered the steak quesadilla. It was pretty big portions, but I thought that the seasoning was really uninspired. I was a bit disappointed, but then again the prices were really fair. I don't think I'll go back.
Overall: Fair prices, large portions, good service, blah food.
had some 'corn flakes shrouded bread'. i think they called it 'crunchy french toast'. it was pretty good, but a little too bland. the midday baseball scene at the bar was a welcome sight though. might go back for a 'happy hour' or 'music night'. weirdest decor.
The appetizers and entrees here are just average in price and taste. My friend loved the chicken quesadillas; two of us at the same seating thought the soft tacos and fajitas were pretty blah (the fajitas don't arrive on a sizzling plate, and the tacos didn't have enough taste or that fresh of a tortilla). Their penne pasta dish with mushrooms had way too much sauce and salt. . . However, they have one of the best desserts here--the frozen mocha mud pie, which looks like a chocolate chipwich and consists of homeade mocha ice cream surrounded by crumbly, dark chocolate oreo-type cookies and drenched in thick fudge with swirls of raspberry sauce. Simply divine. I recommend coming here just for dessert or dessert and drinks since they have a nice bar area.
This seems to be my go to place in the neighborhood when I can't decide where to go.
It's one of the few places I've found where I can sit alone at the bar and not feel awkward that I'm sitting alone. The staff is friendly, although can be a bit laid back (which only means let them know if you're in a hurry.)
The yum... Fried half chicken, the Tofu appetizer, any chops - yum -- and always take a look at the specials!
It's always tasty for brunch too -- , the southern french toast (rolled in corn flakes for an added crunch and served with strawberry butter.)
Thursday nights they often have live jazz to boot!
Was pretty underwhelmed at brunch, remember thinking "I'm never coming back here again" but all the fantastic reviews might have me convinced to give it another shot sometime. Until then, two stars it is.
We only use lunch delivery and we only get one thing, but it is excellent. The steak and black bean burrito, ordered and delivered rare, is a huge, juicy, delicious meal for two with rice and guacamole. I would give 5 stars, but when I have eaten here in the very distant past, (more than ten years ago so it doesn't count), it was different. I can only vouch for the lunch, and also it is a great value at $7.95.
This is my go-to brunch spot in my neighborhood. I have come here with several people and have always enjoyed my meal. It's a bit calmer than the Columbia-area restaurants, which is a relief, especially after a late night! The portions are generous, and I love the homefries and the fruit salad which come with the main dish. You can order veggie options from waffles to black bean burgers. I'm always stuffed by the end of the meal.
We have eaten here for years and have never been disappointed. Excellent appetizers, pasta dishes, specials, great seafood, all fresh. And save room for the best apple crisp ever!
