Allora Ristorante
Italian · New York · $
New York, NY · $$
Located in the iconic Pierre Hotel on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, Perrine is polished yet relentlessly playful. Under the direction of Chef Vincenzo Garofalo, the farm-to-table restaurant’s seasonally inspired menus skew toward what’s fresh and fun - a parsnip here, a peach there, chilies to spice things up, cucumbers to cool things down. The end result, naturally, is the kind of unexpectedly indulgent dining you dream about all day, every day.
“While we were at the Pierre Hotel in NYC, we got the chance to have breakfast at the Perrine Restaurant. The food is not only beautifully presented but also bursting with flavor, and the menu has a nice blend of French and American cuisine. The service was friendly and attentive. The restaurant has a lovely charm that matches the Hotel's ambiance. We had an omelet and the classic Eggs Benedict. Everything was delicious.”
“Perrine is a classic New York gem tucked inside The Pierre Hotel—elegant, timeless, and effortlessly chic. Perfect for a refined lunch, dinner, or even a lovely brunch, with Central Park just steps away. The food is beautifully presented and full of flavor—French-American with a sophisticated twist. The service is warm and attentive, making the whole experience feel elevated without being stuffy. It’s not overly trendy, but that’s part of the charm. If you’re in the mood for something upscale yet relaxed, Perrine is a solid choice.”
“Solid Breakfast, Disappointing Dinner — A Mixed Experience at Perrine I dined at Perrine, located in The Pierre Hotel, four times during my recent stay in New York City—once for dinner on my birthday and three times for breakfast. Overall, I would give the experience a solid four stars, with breakfast significantly outshining dinner. Let’s start with the birthday dinner, which unfortunately left a lot to be desired. I had noted in advance that it was my birthday, and while the staff acknowledged it with a quick “Happy Birthday,” there was no extra gesture—no complimentary dessert, no celebratory touch, not even particularly attentive service. My water glass sat empty for long stretches, and I was seated near the back door, which repeatedly slammed throughout the meal, creating a disruptive dining experience. It was disappointing, especially for a birthday dinner at a restaurant in a five-star hotel. Maybe it was an off night, but the overall feel was more three-star than luxury. However, the breakfast service was a completely different story—and a bright spot in my stay. I had a generous $120 breakfast credit per day, and I managed to use every penny of the $360 total over three days. The American breakfast is priced at $48, and extras like avocado toast ($33) and sides added up quickly. If I had been paying out-of-pocket, I honestly might have skipped breakfast entirely—the pricing is steep. But with the credit, it was convenient and relaxing, and each morning the service was genuinely five-star. The servers were warm, attentive, and professional across the board. A side note: I later learned that I was only supposed to receive $60 per day as a solo guest, but because an employee had previously told me it was $120, the hotel graciously honored the full credit. That gesture definitely left a positive impression. There is a mandatory 18% gratuity for breakfast. In summary: Breakfast at Perrine is polished and pleasant if you’re not watching your budget too closely. Dinner, at least in my experience, fell far short of expectations—especially for a special occasion. I’d return for the convenience of breakfast, but I’d think twice about dining here again for dinner unless I hear the experience has improved.”
“The service was amazing! The staff was so kind, professional and on top of things however the food did not meet our expectations. We had a burger and scallops and we couldn’t finish them. The burger was tasteless and the scallops were incredibly salty. The fries were great but the mains should have been better. Would be back for drinks but not the food”
“Went here for my birthday dinner celebration. Good customer service by Massimo, one of their servers. I gave their food a 3-star: the lobster roll filling is a little cold and you can tell that it’s not freshly made, and the inside of the ravioli was dry. Branzino was good though.”
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