Hi-Life Restaurant has the rudest delivery people on the Upper West Side. The incessantly boorish delivery guy, Fernando, is still apparently resentful of the instructions I have given for my orders. He still tells fibs that he can't get into the building, and I don't answer my phone to buzz him in. That is a complete and total untruth. I called Hi Life and spoke with the manager of duty, Elsa. She said she would talk with the delivery drivers. I hope so. As a customer who spends at least $400 weekly, the delivery people's shenanigans need to stop.
Tamela Gordon
One of my new fave spots to dine alone. They have a good happy hour menu. I had a dirty martini, lobster bisque, and calamari. The soup is really big! Service was perfect and it’s a great ambiance.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We really liked the variety on the menu — something for everyone! Our daughter ordered sushi, my husband got the creamy pesto pasta with chicken special and I enjoyed the ginger salmon with brown rice and steamed veggies. We finished with a delicious cheesecake and warm brownie, along with coffee. All was delicious!
ISPROUD
Love the food and service. Diverse menu to satisfy everyone. Only drawback this time was sitting adjacent to a large group of very loud people which was inside the restaurant as opposed to sitting outside. Sitting at the cafe usually is much quieter and pleasant.
quagmires ex
Great place for a laid back Sunday brunch. Plenty of staff so you don't want for anything for long. They check on you but they don't linger. Everyone is friendly and the food is pretty good. Portions are generous. I hag a great Bellini, a cobb salad i couldn't finish (a huge rarity) and time to catch up with a dear friend.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
PVProf
I started with a Bombay Sapphire Dirty Martini, then had the Hi-Life Oyster Platter -- both were excellent. I sat outside on a beautiful, chilly, night -- but the table heatilator kept me plenty warm.
foodymi1
Enjoyed an early dinner here (4-6 pm) before heading to Beacon Theatre. Service was very friendly and efficient. Food was delicious. I especially enjoyed their margaritas, the steamed shrimp dumplings and the steak sandwich. Our table also ordered the warm goat cheese salad, potato skins and Hi-Life burger: all of it received rave reviews from our group. I would definitely recommend this restaurant. Going early was a good idea as we were able to enjoy a comfy booth and happy hour prices.
steve hackett
This was one of our favourites last time in NYC and the service and food are still outstandingThis time we had our two boys with us and they enjoyed the experiencenot many tourists a locals bar well worth a visit
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ephod Shang
Good food and service but can expect a wait at busy times.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Stephanie Braganza
Honestly,, a surprisingly good spot! We just ended up here because it was near the apartment and I would definitely go again! The value for your money for the food was great, the hot chocolate with the Baileys and it was great. We had a great time, I would go again!
Had dinner here the other night. The hamburger was very tasty. I enjoyed the Buffalo wings as well. Service was great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burger and Fries
Jonathan Adams
Enjoyed Sunday brunch this morning @ Hi Life. It was easy to reserve, we sat quickly, loved our sandwiches and pancakes and mimosas — and had really attentive and great service. As I was about to head home at the end of the day — I stopped back in to grab a cup of Hot Chocolate to go. And the hostess gladly cooked one up for me and wouldn’t take any money. True story — will be back! :-)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A B
The hostess’s were very nice they had brought us into the back and then said hold on one second. They then brought us to the front and a rude older gentleman said multiple times we can only be there an hour. We would’ve been fine with him saying it once but over 5 times is excessive. We proceeded to order our meals and the server was very nice. We waiting about 10 minutes and I had asked for a medium well steak which was $35 and it came out EXTREMELY RARE.. I don’t care about the price but if I’m paying that money and being rushed to eat I expect my food to be made properly. Staff was extremely nice aside from the rude older gentleman and the under cooked steak. Place is called Hi-Life and that older gentleman came off as a LOWLIFE!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
jimd
It was so nice to return to Hi-Life after a few years. I realized very quickly why I loved it so much. My friend and I had the best dinner, service, food, ambience, everything. I can't wait to return!!!
CarinaS
When we first arrived, there wasn't many people. We had an early reservation. But once it hit around 5pm it became so lively and yet it still was so comfortable and not loud enough to disturb the other patrons. The food was wonderful and in great proportions. The waiter was nice and would check up on us now and then which I really appreciate. All in all I would comeback again and recommend it to others who want a lively , yet comfortable experience.
Hi-Life Restaurant has the rudest delivery people on the Upper West Side. The incessantly boorish delivery guy, Fernando, is still apparently resentful of the instructions I have given for my orders. He still tells fibs that he can't get into the building, and I don't answer my phone to buzz him in. That is a complete and total untruth. I called Hi Life and spoke with the manager of duty, Elsa. She said she would talk with the delivery drivers. I hope so. As a customer who spends at least $400 weekly, the delivery people's shenanigans need to stop.
One of my new fave spots to dine alone. They have a good happy hour menu. I had a dirty martini, lobster bisque, and calamari. The soup is really big! Service was perfect and it’s a great ambiance.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We really liked the variety on the menu — something for everyone! Our daughter ordered sushi, my husband got the creamy pesto pasta with chicken special and I enjoyed the ginger salmon with brown rice and steamed veggies. We finished with a delicious cheesecake and warm brownie, along with coffee. All was delicious!
Love the food and service. Diverse menu to satisfy everyone. Only drawback this time was sitting adjacent to a large group of very loud people which was inside the restaurant as opposed to sitting outside. Sitting at the cafe usually is much quieter and pleasant.
Great place for a laid back Sunday brunch. Plenty of staff so you don't want for anything for long. They check on you but they don't linger. Everyone is friendly and the food is pretty good. Portions are generous. I hag a great Bellini, a cobb salad i couldn't finish (a huge rarity) and time to catch up with a dear friend.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
I started with a Bombay Sapphire Dirty Martini, then had the Hi-Life Oyster Platter -- both were excellent. I sat outside on a beautiful, chilly, night -- but the table heatilator kept me plenty warm.
Enjoyed an early dinner here (4-6 pm) before heading to Beacon Theatre. Service was very friendly and efficient. Food was delicious. I especially enjoyed their margaritas, the steamed shrimp dumplings and the steak sandwich. Our table also ordered the warm goat cheese salad, potato skins and Hi-Life burger: all of it received rave reviews from our group. I would definitely recommend this restaurant. Going early was a good idea as we were able to enjoy a comfy booth and happy hour prices.
This was one of our favourites last time in NYC and the service and food are still outstandingThis time we had our two boys with us and they enjoyed the experiencenot many tourists a locals bar well worth a visit
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Good food and service but can expect a wait at busy times.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Honestly,, a surprisingly good spot! We just ended up here because it was near the apartment and I would definitely go again! The value for your money for the food was great, the hot chocolate with the Baileys and it was great. We had a great time, I would go again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Had dinner here the other night. The hamburger was very tasty. I enjoyed the Buffalo wings as well. Service was great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Burger and Fries
Enjoyed Sunday brunch this morning @ Hi Life. It was easy to reserve, we sat quickly, loved our sandwiches and pancakes and mimosas — and had really attentive and great service. As I was about to head home at the end of the day — I stopped back in to grab a cup of Hot Chocolate to go. And the hostess gladly cooked one up for me and wouldn’t take any money. True story — will be back! :-)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The hostess’s were very nice they had brought us into the back and then said hold on one second. They then brought us to the front and a rude older gentleman said multiple times we can only be there an hour. We would’ve been fine with him saying it once but over 5 times is excessive. We proceeded to order our meals and the server was very nice. We waiting about 10 minutes and I had asked for a medium well steak which was $35 and it came out EXTREMELY RARE.. I don’t care about the price but if I’m paying that money and being rushed to eat I expect my food to be made properly. Staff was extremely nice aside from the rude older gentleman and the under cooked steak. Place is called Hi-Life and that older gentleman came off as a LOWLIFE!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
It was so nice to return to Hi-Life after a few years. I realized very quickly why I loved it so much. My friend and I had the best dinner, service, food, ambience, everything. I can't wait to return!!!
When we first arrived, there wasn't many people. We had an early reservation. But once it hit around 5pm it became so lively and yet it still was so comfortable and not loud enough to disturb the other patrons. The food was wonderful and in great proportions. The waiter was nice and would check up on us now and then which I really appreciate. All in all I would comeback again and recommend it to others who want a lively , yet comfortable experience.