The Consulate Upper West Side

4.4 (531)

$31 to $50

French American

519 Columbus Ave, New York, NY 10024-3402

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The Consulate Upper West Side

4.4

$31 to $50

French American

Upper West Side

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2 people

8 Nov 2026

7:00 pm

Booked 61 times today

About this restaurant

Charming
Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions

Welcome to The Consulate!
Your Passport to a Unique Dining Experience

Take your tastebuds on an international trip at The Consulate, a new exotic restaurant and cocktail bar that aims to surprise and inspire patrons with a unique rotating monthly menu that highlights different countries’ cultures.

Located on the Upper West Side, the restaurant features a French American menu which includes brunch favorites; blueberry cast iron pancakes, classic eggs benedict and beet and gin cured salmon. Dinner features sumptuous short rib cavatelli, perfectly seared steaks, roasted herb chicken and locally sourced seafood dishes such as seared branzino, scallop tartare with crispy shallots, and perfectly prepared octopus and mussels.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French American, Seafood, Steak
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–15:30 Lunch Mon–Fri 10:00–15:30 Dinner Daily 16:15–21:30
Contact
(646) 781-9288
Website
https://theconsulate.nyc/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Alan Vargas
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
519 Columbus Ave, New York, NY 10024-3402
Area
Upper West Side
Cross street
85th street
Parking Details
Street Parking
Public transport
B, C, 1
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Fancy staircase ✔️excellent cocktails ✔️ amazing food ✔️ . @theconsulatemidtown was such a vibe. I got seated near the staircase, which gives me a perfect view of the downstairs bar, yet still has the more intimate and quiet ambiance of the upstairs dining room. I loved the dim lighting, classy vibes, and the unique twist on French cuisine. . Must order the bone marrow, it was savory with some tangy sweetness from the glaze, the LAMB tartare (loved the gamey flavor), and the sea bass.

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Reviews from people who have dined at The Consulate Upper West Side.

4.4

(531)

4.4Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Consulate Upper West Side offers a delightful dining experience with "delicious food" and "incredible service." The ambiance is charming, though it can get noisy at times. Enjoy dishes like branzino and lamb chops, with attentive staff ensuring a memorable visit. Live jazz on Mondays adds to its appeal.

531 Reviews

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Lindsay
Greater Boston1 review
3.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Unfortunately, our experience was quite disappointing, especially considering how expensive everything was. We ordered the pancakes and the avocado salmon toast, and neither lived up to expectations. The pancakes were dry and overly sweet, while the avocado toast was poorly balanced, with far too much red onion. The avocado wasn't great, and the salmon was particularly disappointing — it had a mushy texture and didn't taste or look fresh. To make matters worse, the prices were very high, which made the quality of the food even more disappointing. On a positive note, our waitress and the rest of the staff were absolutely lovely, and the atmosphere was great. It's a shame the food didn't match the service or ambiance. Overall, not worth the price, and we wouldn't rush back.
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Kico
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 31 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
We visited on Halloween night, October 31, for a 7:15 p.m. reservation for 3. Unfortunately, the service was very poor. We waited a long time just to place our order, even after asking our waiter, and additional requests separate from the main order — such as extra bread and an additional bottle of water — were completely ignored. The evening felt chaotic and disorganized, which was disappointing for a family dinner out.
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Michelle
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a wonderful brunch. Our servers were terrific and the food was delicious. They took us on time and we would highly recommend anyone to check out the place.
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Michel
Greater Boston9 reviews
4.0
Dined on 22 October 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
All very good except music is just too loud … and seating was a bit awkward, table for 5 with one guest facing the wall literally
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Kevin Gold
Philadelphia County4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, service and environment. It's our go too place to celebrate.
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Michele Gold
San Antonio8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 12 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved the tag team service, we were greeted by a lovely hostess and immediately seated when we arrived for our reservation. Beautiful restaurant. The service was incredible, the team never let us sit too long with continuous and intentional attention. Now the food, I ordered branzino so delicious and prepared beautifully. Excellent, flavorful Brussels sprouts and hubby’s steak was okay for me (he enjoyed) was a miss for me because it lacked some seasoning and sear. Lastly, my mocktail was tasty and the sticky toffee cake could only be better by being warm. Fab dinner and exclamation point to our long weekend in the city.
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marianna
Greater Boston12 reviews
5.0
Dined on 8 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The ambiance, food and service were all top notch. We all enjoyed our dishes: tuna tartare, crab cakes, oysters, filet mignon, steak and frites and branzino. They brought a dessert with candle for my husband’s birthday. It was very nice, but noisy inside. We chose to sit outside for that reason
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Nastassia Gold
New York City31 reviews
5.0
Dined on 8 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was amazing! The food was delicious and the service incredible! Bibi, our server, was amazing!
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Ross
South Carolina5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Server seemed tired. Other than that it slapped can’t wait to go back.
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Laura
Dallas - Fort Worth7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very cute UWS restaurant— amazing food and very attentive service. I had the tuna sandwich for lunch which had a great amount of tuna and their bread was so good!
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French American, Seafood, Steak
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–15:30 Lunch Mon–Fri 10:00–15:30 Dinner Daily 16:15–21:30
Contact
(646) 781-9288
Website
https://theconsulate.nyc/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Alan Vargas
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
519 Columbus Ave, New York, NY 10024-3402
Area
Upper West Side
Cross street
85th street
Parking Details
Street Parking
Public transport
B, C, 1
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, The Consulate Upper West Side accepts private parties; contact the restaurant directly to arrange details and capacity.

Many guests find the portions satisfying, reviewers explicitly describe the servings as generous and note leaving full, often with leftovers.

Yes, The Consulate Upper West Side is often recommended for special evenings, praised for its intimate, chic atmosphere, attentive service, and several anniversary visits.

The Consulate is especially lovely on Monday evenings for its live-jazz nights, and for a quieter visit aim for lunch just after the usual crowd has thinned.

The Consulate Upper West Side centers on its main dining room and a beautifully designed bar, and the restaurant also accommodates private parties.

Yes, The Consulate welcomes families: they’ve hosted large family brunches, families dine there during holidays, and staff (including the chef) have helped accommodate children’s needs.

The Consulate is busiest at weekend brunch and on Saturday nights, when guests report the room is packed and the pace can be very lively.

The Consulate Upper West Side feels like a chic, cozy French bistro, warm lighting, a beautiful bar, and a stylish, inviting dining room, with live jazz some evenings and a buzzing energy at peak times.

Smart casual is the guide at The Consulate, polished but relaxed, and many guests dress up a touch for anniversaries and special occasions.

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The Consulate Upper West Side

4.4

$31 to $50

French American

Upper West Side

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2 people

8 Nov 2026

7:00 pm

Booked 61 times today

The Consulate Upper West Side

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The Consulate Upper West Side

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