Festival Cafe

1155 2nd Ave, New York
(646) 398-9686

Recent Reviews

Jeremiah Cook

If you’re wanting to stop in for a quick cocktail don’t. The service is slow and terrible and the restaurant was not busy. I had to glare at the bar tender every time I needed something and each drink order took 15 minutes when there was no one else at the bar. Won’t be back.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 3

Service: 1

gyague sonam

I recently enjoyed a delightful Sunday brunch with my wife here. The chicken burger I ordered was impeccably juicy, bursting with flavor, while my wife's avocado toast was fresh and had the perfect crunch. The ambiance exuded a cool and calm vibe, creating a relaxed atmosphere for our meal. The service was exceptionally friendly and welcoming, adding to the overall positive experience. Highly recommended! Too jazzed up, you can try the Sunday beer and gin and tonic cocktail.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Julie Schiller

Tried this place out after walking by it so many times and seeing the 5 star reviews. I ordered a Paloma cocktail which was pretty good, the food was very underwhelming. The mushroom flatbread looked like something that was previously frozen from trader joes. Not only that, it was small and $28. I'd possibly come back but I also think this place is way overpriced for the quality.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 1

Service: 4

Rylan Gordon

This place is absolutely phenomenal! Everything is crafted with fresh, high quality ingredients you can taste. They take normal dishes to the next level with unique flavor combinations and beautiful plating. If you’re looking for a nice dinner out, Festivál has the food, drinks, and ambience to satisfy. The live music and dim lighting make for a romantic atmosphere, coupled with attentive, friendly service.The nachos were our favorite, the pork was so tender and flavorful. The cheeseburger was also delicious. Usually thick patty burgers are dry, but the brioche bun and house sauce made every bite a juicy one. It can be hard to be wowed by a salad, but the Julienne salad did it. Truly the best salad I’ve ever had. Order it with the chicken! We tasted a variety of mocktails and were captivated by each one and its unique flavor. If you need a good appetizer for the table, order a flatbread. We loved the truffled potato flatbread. I can’t say enough good things about this place!Tip: It seems like every night offers something new like a happy hour or live music so check before you make a reservation to get the most out of your dining experience.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Truffle Potato Flatbread, Lemon & Buttermilk Pie Grubhub

M

Really wanted to like this place but to start we got one of the “heated” cabanas and the term heated is very loosely used. It was freezing in there and I still had to wear my winter coat over my shoulders. Then the food tasted good which is why I gave it two stars and not one one but the portion was so incredibly small, definitely left hungry. They didn’t even give fries with their food, they gave chips. For the price that is absurd. And lastly, the service was incredibly slow. The only positive thing was the fact the cabana was decorated nicely but I will definitely never come back.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 2

Service: 2

Tyler Hollinger

This was such a fantastic restaurant and also I really innovative cocktail bar. I enjoyed the gin martini that I had and my wife had the spicy tequila cocktail. We both loved it, but the best part about the whole meal was how amazing the staff was I never met such outgoing, friendly, carefree, waiters, and bartenders you could really see that they enjoyed being there, and enjoyed working there. The food was delicious and well worth the weight because you could tell immediately that it was made from scratch.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Secret Summer

What a fantastic spot we went here on a Monday and they had happy hour all day and all night so we stayed for the drinks and we got some bites to eat but everything was super fantastic. Bartender made us and Al Pastore margarita, which was unlike anything we’ve ever tried before he was also super nice and then he mentioned that he was working on a super secret recipe that involved an oyster in a martini and he made it for us it was Delightful what a charming little spot in a neighborhood that has nothing of this quality. I go out a lot with my girlfriend, so I know these things.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Truffle Potato Flatbread, Spring ACG Lobster Caesar

Scarlett Benson

I went there for brunch, and waited an hour and a half for the food. It wasn’t the best service, and the food was overpriced and not the best quality.

WENDY POSER

It was my husband's birthday. We had come to Festival shortly after it's opening and the food and service were great. Not yesterday. Long wait, inattentive service, fairly uncooked bacon, uninteresting tomatoe soup. The price was very expensive for what we got. Very disappointed and will not go back.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 2

Service: 1

Anne Halpern

food was good but pricey, service was terrible.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 3

Service: 1

Melody M

At FESTIVÁL, Karina, the waitress, transforms the experience with impeccable service, exuding warm hospitality and expert recommendations. Her menu knowledge shines, guiding guests to culinary-style cocktails like the signature espresso martini, flawlessly paired with locally inspired bites. FESTIVÁL's commitment to excellence extends seamlessly from the kitchen to Karina's attentive and knowledgeable service, ensuring a delightful dining and drinking adventure.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Festival Cheese Burger

Russell Ruhel

Everything you ever wanted and much much more. Mmmmmm thanks Ash and crew awesome people.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Festival BBQ Nachos, Festival Cheese Burger, Mixed Grain Bowl

Austin Gentry

Nicely decorated and quiet, with decent drinks. Food was very mediocre and expensive.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 4

Yayuan H.

Please go somewhere else. I had the worst experience ever in this place. Waited an hour just for an overcooked sandwich. Bartender spilled drinks on me and was not even sorry. Hard to get the waitperson's attention. Overcrowded and they were still letting people in. Overpriced food and drink.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 1

Amanda C.

Walked by and went for a quick brunch. Cute spot although people kept almost tripping over the step in the middle of the restaurant (you might want to put red tape on that)I had the BLAT ($22) and my friend had their chicken sandwich ($24).Very average food, with above average prices.Service was also OK. Had to ask for more water and the waiter tried to clear the plate as I was actively eating a chip... so just not really paying any real attention.

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