Reviews

Overall Total Score
4 out of 5
Impressive | 1832 reviews

What Teresa S doesn't like about Bell Book & Candle:
I made a reservation on resy for 8:15 which has a 20 dollar cancellation fee per person) for my family and upon arriving was told that they decided it was a slow night and kitchen may be closed. That was appalling in and of itself. Then they took us and the food took a lot of time to come out and once it did it was cold, Once we finally got it, the steak was hard to eat as it was cold and you could tell the staff wan... View all feedback. What Anna B likes about Bell Book & Candle:
My husband and I just love this hidden gem in the Village! We've been there several times since last summer! Enjoyed the oyster happy hour and more recently my birthday dinner. Our server, Emilio is very gracious and friendly both times that we had dinner there. He remembered us and we had a lovely conversation throughout dinner. He recommended a delicious coconut cheesecake for dessert. We look forward to returning... View all feedback.

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Menulist
3.8 ★ from 61 reviews
Jacey
14.11.2022 - 18:47

Enjoy eating and the mood in bell, book candle. unfortunately the server was very slow and not very attentive.

Santina
14.11.2022 - 18:47

Poor service, bad food and they were literally drilled and hammered while eating.

Leila
14.11.2022 - 18:47

Excellent service, ambiance and food. The bartender/hostess was wonderful.

Geovany
14.11.2022 - 18:47

Great ambiance, excellent drinks, really good food. It should be more popular than it is.

Deanna
14.11.2022 - 18:47

One of our favorite restaurants to frequent in NYC for so many reasons! :

This charming neighborhood spot offers a mixed experience, with some guests enjoying fresh and delicious dishes while others had disappointing experiences with overcooked tuna and overly salty food. The staff seem to be hit or miss, with some servers being friendly and accommodating while others struggle to keep up with the demand. The cozy ambiance and beautiful lake view make this a great place for a relaxing meal, whether it's for breakfast, lunch, or a special occasion like Thanksgiving. Overall, this hidden gem is worth a visit for those looking for a unique dining experience with a bit of magic.

Restaurantji
3.9 ★ from 183 reviews
Cate
05.08.2023 - 05:11

Food is SO good! We had the lobster taco, the tuna tartar, lamb chops, strawberry salad and the filet. Everything was a home run, only complaint was that the po...

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Alex
05.08.2023 - 05:11

Cute place I wanted to like. The yellow fin tuna nacho was tasty, but unfortunately that is where my positive experience ended.The restaurant was severely under...

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Elena
05.08.2023 - 05:11

Magically scrumptious and fresh food! I used to pass by this place all of the time and never thought to go in. On the outside it looks quiet, but when you go in...

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Termeh
05.08.2023 - 05:11

I got the sesame crusted yellow fin tuna and I would not recommend it. It was supposed to be medium rare but came out well done to the point that the sesame was...

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Alice
05.08.2023 - 05:11

The food was very average but the service here was horrible. Came here on a Friday night at 8:15PM to a half empty restaurant. We were seated in the corner and...

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Sirved
5.0 ★ from 5 reviews
Y
23.12.2023 - 17:29

I tried this place for the first time and totally loved the food! Especially their burrata, patty melt were amazing. Came in around 5:30 on Saturday, right when...

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Y
23.12.2023 - 17:29

Well here we have our perfect posh, ?Locals? spot , dark, entertaining, privately owned by a man that immigrated to America decades ago and worked hard to fulfi...

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Y
23.12.2023 - 17:29

Hate to give this spot away but have to comment on how good it was. Drinks were excellent...thanks to Drew!!! The oysters were fresh and delicious. Great intima...

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Y
23.12.2023 - 17:29

I came here for my birthday with some friends. We were a larger party so we were seated at the chef's table in the back. The atmosphere was wonderful and being...

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Y
23.12.2023 - 17:29

This was my 3rd time dining at this cozy West Village establishment, and each time I can hardly gush enough about how delightful a visit to BB C is! The front b...

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Yelp
3.5 ★ from 269 reviews
Brittany
06.02.2024 - 02:58

Truly a gem. The staff is very strong, the food is always top notch and drinks are delicious! Absolutely love the holiday decor and the cozy but spacious...

Kelly
06.02.2024 - 02:58

Lovely experience. We arrived at an off time yet had service like it was the rush. We got cocktails and an appetizer. Service was friendly. Sign is small...

Anna
06.02.2024 - 02:58

Such a cute and cozy spot. Looks small from the outside but once you get in, it's very spacious. Everything was decorated so well for the holiday...

Opentable
4.4 ★ from 203 reviews
JenniferP
29.03.2024 - 14:23

I had a wonderful experience at Bell, Book, Candle, savoring the delicious food and cozy atmosphere. Unfortunately, the service was lacking as the server was sl...

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JudyH
29.03.2024 - 14:23

BB&C is a lovely restaurant with wonderful lighting and atmosphere. The food and wine were delicious, and the service was top-notch. Though there was a lively g...

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JSJR
29.03.2024 - 14:23

The service was very poor, the food was terrible, and there was loud drilling and hammering going on while we were eating. Absolutely unacceptable.

Facebook
4.1 ★ from 127 reviews
Foursquare
3.4 ★ from 460 reviews
Google
4.2 ★ from 343 reviews
Tripadvisor
4.1 ★ from 85 reviews
Int Restaurants
4.0 ★ from 1177 reviews

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