House 157 Restaurant & Bar

Review summary

1. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   New York City

   3 reviews

   1.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 1

   I was extremely disappointed with this restaurant. The calamari appetizer was dry and tasteless. The drinks took too long and the restaurant wasn’t even at capacity. The Rasta pasta was cold and presented as if it was just warmed up in a microwave. I ordered a bottle of Prosecco but they brought champagne instead. After I declined the champagne, they magically found the Prosecco in the basement. Overall horrible experience. For a restaurant that’s been open for a while, everything was giving amateur hour. Hope they get it together soon.
   

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2. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   New York City

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The ambiance and staff was great. The chicken masala and chicken wing was salty but the sangria, French toast, coconut shrimp was very tasty.
   

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3. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Caribbean

   2 reviews

   3.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Food is average, ambiance is very nice, waiter was polite but did not come back to our table often enough
   

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   Valerie

   New York City

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on March 1, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   It was a great time overall , the music the food , ambience & server ! Will definitely go again!
   

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   Starla

   New York City

   3 reviews

   4.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on February 28, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   The food was amazing. Looking forward to returning
   

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6. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Philadelphia

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on February 27, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The service, the food, and the drinks were excellent. My steak was cooked to perfection. Mashed potatoes and asparagus were so tasty. Everyone enjoyed their food. Salmon, salmon salad, and the Paella were all very good, and the presentation was beautiful. Nice place, very friendly, the drinks were amazing. I had the blackberry whisper, and it was delicious. They did an excellent job with the interior. The decor is beautiful. Highly recommend.
   

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   Rodney

   New York City

   8 reviews

   4.0

   8 reviews

   Dined on February 23, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   Excellent restaurant with delicious food! Cocktails were good, not great. The mocktail was too sweet and overpriced. Wine selection was very good, not overwhelming and both red and white offerings paired well with the main courses. Service was good, attentive and friendly wait staff. Overall a good value.
   

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   Katia

   New Jersey

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on February 23, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The restaurant boasts an inviting ambiance, featuring elegant decor and warm lighting that create a delightful atmosphere. The menu showcases an array of delectable dishes, each crafted with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Diners are treated to a symphony of flavors that beautifully blend traditional and modern culinary techniques, making each meal an exceptional experience. The attentive staff enhances the evening with their impeccable service, ensuring that every visit is memorable.
   

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   Kadian

   New Jersey

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on February 16, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food was excellent!!!!!! Everything was done to perfection, i look forward to coming back!
   

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    Lola

    Atlanta

    11 reviews

    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5

    I recently visited house 157 for brunch and had mixed feelings about the experience. The ambience initially seem inviting with decor that set the tone for a relaxed meal. We started our visit with mimosas, which were refreshing and added a nice touch to the brunch spot however, as we settled in the music, volume became a significant issue it was overwhelmingly Loud, making it difficult for us to engage in conversation. We find our self practically shouting to hear each other across the table, I requested to be moved to a quieter area and while that did help initially, the noise level increased again, making it hard to enjoy the moment as for the food I ordered the shrimp and grits, which I had high hopes for, but unfortunately, I’ve had better for the price point. I expected a more flavorful dish that would truly impress overall I believe house 157 has great potential however they need to recognize a brunch is meant for conversation relaxation rather than in a club like atmosphere, if they can find a balance with the music and enhance their menu, this place should be a stand out brunch destination for now, though I left feeling disappointed and not likely to return anytime soon
    

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