I had high hopes after seeing the reviews and the gluten-free options.
The owner and staff were surprisingly hostile to our party as first timers, commenting directly to us (and others) throughout the meal about how absurd it was that we did not have cash on hand for payment. Very bizarre, and something I’ve never experienced before.
The gluten-free pizza tasted worse than a Domino’s pizza, and was twice the cost ($25). I can’t recommend much about this venue.
One of the most underwhelming Italian restaurants I’ve been to in the city. Service was great but both pastas, one gluten free and one normal were overcooked and gummy. Ordered two glasses of wine and it was spilled out of the glass while being poured.
Went out for dinner on a Friday night, and after a very rude manager sort of tanked the vibes of the meal, Yun was nice enough to give us a $50 credit over the phone for our next meal. Overall, I enjoyed the crazy peanuts, the mains are fair, and both our servers were lovely. Gluten free options as well. Thank you Yun for your fabulous customer service and hopefully that manager was just having an off day :)
Sandwell was right around the corner from our hotel. What a find! We stopped in for happy hour, which was a lot of fun and a great deal. Best of all, the sandwiches were delicious and there was a gluten free option for my wife, which was a total bonus. There are A LOT of options in this neighborhood, but Sandwell is the place to be! Highly recommended!
How divine is this burger!
And the best thing is that they have a gluten-free bread option.
Good service, especially from the girls who bring the food to your table and then are very attentive to helping you pick it up.
The staff is bar the best asset at this establishment. Every single person we dealt with went out of their way to accommodate us and make us happy. Literally every single staff member, they were amazing.
Their toasted chili sauce is divine.
They worked diligently to ensure the member of our party with Celiac disease was offered safe options, and when serving the dishes, they were careful to point out which would be good for them to eat vs. which would not.
The staff was also careful to advise us to mind the little dried red peppers cooked with one of the dishes; I have to assume some people must have had a bad reaction, because the peppers seemed pretty normal as far as hot dried red peppers go. IYKYK.
The food was good, but not make me want to rub it on myself good. It was good, but not amazing.
Perhaps with the exception of the smoked crispy skin chicken situation, which made the meal worthwhile.
All of the dumplings we sampled were very tasty, as was the multi-spice chicken dish we had, though for me, I needed a little salt to really brighten it up.
The reason for the not so great rating regarding atmosphere... We visited in the beginning of July and more robust air conditioning would have made things much more comfortable, and we were not the only group to be off put by the heat and humidity.
Overall, this was a solid experience with marvelous service. I would definitely go back, I just might not go totally out of my way to do it.
I strongly recommend the restaurant. The food is very tasty, large menu with a large variety of options for gluten gree and vegan diets. I eat gluten-free and they are very knowledgeable. They even have gluten-free nans. They have very good deals for lunch and dinner menus. The staff is very nice and welcoming.
What a gorgeous restaurant! This place stands out amongst the rest of the Italian places in the city. Especially on the upper west side. Service was impeccable and everyone was SO kind. Delicious gluten free pasta option and bomb charcuterie. Highly recommend for a date or family dinner!
Excellent bakery. Somewhat pricey but delicious food. Free tap water is provided.
Their Cruller is a crossover between a doughnut and a churro. It's delicious. My wife had a gluten-free salmon and avocado, and she described the bun as very tasty, which is not a given in the gluten-free space.
Modern interior. You can sit inside and outside on the sidewalk. Wheelchair accessible. Restrooms on-site are clean but probably not wheelchair accessible, given the tight door.
I can recommend without hesitation. We will visit again.
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J G
We come here often and are never disappointed. The food is consistently delicious, always fresh and they are on it with people who have gluten allergies which is appreciated! Cant recommend this place enough and for anytime of the day!
Lena is amazing and a joy to have as your server!
I’m a Maman regular at this UWS location and take it from me…it’s the best! Charming, fresh, delicious, and the only spot where I like to meet friends over coffee or sit down with my tablet to get things done with a latte on a weekday afternoon. The staff is super friendly and funny and you can always tell they really care. The vibes are perfect with cheery (but not too loud!) background music and exposed brick/florals on the walls for a clear aesthetic which makes it feel like a little European cafe. The pastry selection is mind blowing and there are lots of healthy and delicious brunch and lunch options (with lots for vegetarians/vegans/gluten free/other allergens clearly called out). Thanks for being the best spot, Maman Amsterdam Ave!
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