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One if by Land, Two if by Sea
- American
- New York, NY
About this business
One if by Land, Two if by Sea embodies romance, featuring piano music, flowers, fireplaces, balcony seating and dim lighting. It is a favorite spot for marriage proposals and special occasions. The signature dish is Beef Wellington wherein the filet mignon is wrapped in sumptuous pastry dough. The desserts and the extensive wine list are also worth inspecting.
Location details
17 Barrow St, New York, NY, 10014, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. | |
| Tue | 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. | |
| Wed | 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. | |
| Thu | 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. | |
| Fri | 5:15 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. | |
| Sat | 5:15 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. | |
| Sun | 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. |
The Perfect Place For Romance !!! – Upon arrival, you immediately notice the piano by the bar. There were sofas next to several fireplaces and an elegant dining room with a balconey dining area as well. Our host seated us promptly and gave us a table where we can hear the piano but not distracted by it. The food was great, especially the crab-scallop cake and the smoke duck w/ foie gras. Also, desserts like the chocolate fondant were delicious too. All the negativity I seen lately is probably due to their restaurant week off... read more
Even the restaurant menu isn't a good value – Don't come for food, and don't come for fine-dining service, because OIBL offers neither. We men pay outrageous sums for a romantic place, and that's what this joint goes over-the-top to deliver. The restaurant ran out of chicken from the restaurant week menu and refused to substitute another dish. My foursome all had to settle for the salmon--how boring when the tab comes to $85/person! The waiter had limited fine-dining experience; he needlessly embarassed me when I asked a win... read more
Seriously Disappointed – My husband and I went out with a group of friends last night to One if by Land, Two if by Sea eagerly anticipating an amazing experience via Restaurant Week. While our dinner reservation was for 9 p.m., we were not seated until after 9:30 p.m. Drinks were steep ($10 for well drink, $12 for wine), the beautiful ambience was ruined by the loud chatter and lack of air conditioning, and too close for comfort seating. The portion sizes are tiny so don't go there hungry. My husband and I thought the food w... read more
User review by gothamite – I was disappointed by the food at One if By Land. I know this place is known for being romantic, but I would naturally assume that flavorful food would be encompassed in it's "romantic" allure. Not so much. For an $80 prix fixe menu, I received only $40 worth of food. The food wasn't anything stellar -- nothing that couldn't be found at a less hyped restaurant. The servers were very helpful and attentive, though. I wouldn't exert the effort to dine here -- similar restaurants can be found at half t... read more
Not up to our expectations – Finally got the chance to go to OIBL and was disappointed. Table for 3 was right in the corner near the hostess in an small alcove. Decor was fancy but not enough to carry the place. Portions were TINY. Don't go on an empty stomache. When the crab cake appetizer came out it was so tiny I assumed it was a tart that many restaurants provide w/ the meal. The pork was good but 3 small medalians and 2 tablespoons of mashed potatos does not make a meal. Figuring I had calories to spare for dessert I ha... read more
User review by dwinig – This restaurant has been touted as one of the most romantic restaurants and one of the best but it is far from it. Yes it has a piano (but stuck near the door and bar so it was barely audible for most tables). Yes they have candles on the tables but the decor is very old fashion. If you want a place that your grandmother would love then this is the place. I did not like the place because: -it took the waiter over 20 min to take our order and then over an hour until we got our food. -the bread served w... read more
Don't waste your time or money – Went with my husband for our anniversary and I am so disappointed we wasted a special evening there. The food was terrible--one of the all time worst meals I've ever had in Manhattan. My husband ordered the smoked pork which was basically 3 slices of Virginia Ham. My sea bass was boring & bland. My soup tasted like it was out of a can. The creme brulee was one of the most flavorless I've ever had. Although the restaurant has some old world charm and is pretty--it is tired and worn.
Time for Reality Check – Went to OIBL/TIBS for my wife's 30th birthday primarily based on the reputation for being romantic and terrific food. First the ambiance - definitely the place to go if you want that old world charm. If you are looking to impress someone with something fancy shmantzy, this is the place. In terms of food - we both felt that with some minor exceptions, the food was not quite at the level expected for a restaurant of this caliber and cost. It was just simply too salty for our taste. However, the shining... read more
Just Amazing – Everything that can be said about this restaurant has been said. It is beautiful and romantic, and the service and food was incredible. We had an 8pm reservation, were seated promptly, and were not rushed out-we stayed for almost 2 hours. Everything about this place is just amazing.
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How is One if by Land, Two if by Sea rated?
One if by Land, Two if by Sea has a 4.2 star rating with 1,626 reviews.
When is One if by Land, Two if by Sea open?
One if by Land, Two if by Sea is closed now. It will open at 5:30 p.m.
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