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Rachel's American Bistro

608 9TH Ave, New York City, NY 10036-3727
(212) 957-9050
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Ranked #4,145 of 7,382 restaurants in New York City
3.5 of 5 stars 20 Reviews
Price range: 12 AUD - 41 AUD
Cuisines: American
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Good for: Local cuisine
Dining options: Reservations
Neighbourhood: Midtown
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Edmonton, Canada
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

We found Rachel's by accident in Feb 2009, and has the perfect 'off-Broadway' dining experience. Sadly, on our return to New York, we found that Rachel's is no longer there. I was willing to give it another go even in light of the negative reviews. The 9th Ave dining experience is not what it once was. Now it is touristified. More

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New York City, New York
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 November 2011

They must have changed their chef since they first opened. The food is good, value very good, but they have slipped since they first opened. I still send friends there, but quality of the dining experience and value can be uneven. More

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See 5 more reviews by NYCLoftdweller for New York City
New York
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72 reviews 72 reviews
Reviews in 37 cities Reviews in 37 cities
123 helpful votes 123 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 July 2011

Went with family and friends for a Bon Voyage party. We were told we would get the back room and we didn't. It was one of those hot summer days where the heat index reached 105. Seems as if it reached 110 in the restaurant. Had to ask to put more AC on. They never gave us the back room... More

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London
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 June 2011
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No beer - due to there being no delivery. Meal below average. Only had main course then left. jDon't believe the hype - just avoid the place. More

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Whiting, New Jersey
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3 reviews 3 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2011
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6 gals with reservations arrived on time, shown to our table, and served basket of bread,, which turned ouit to be stale. when we mentioned this to the waitress we were told their bakery truck had not arrived yet. were given brunch menus, when asked for regular menu, were told brunch only being served now,but we could get a free... More

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Northeast, USA
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2011

My fiance and I went to Rachel's for brunch in February. He ordered the french toast, which were two thin slices of soggy bread. I ordered the bolognese (rigatoni?), thankfully the opposite in quality. The meals all came with a complimentary beverage, whether it was a Coke or Mimosa, and the prices were affordable. It was an odd experience. The... More

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wantage, uk
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82 reviews 82 reviews
Reviews in 39 cities Reviews in 39 cities
141 helpful votes 141 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 August 2010

This is a good pre-theatre option. We had the daily special, chicken paremasn, which was huge. Nice cocktails, friendly staff and reasonably priced. More

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Southington, Connecticut
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2010

Having read the reviews on tripadvisor, I had thought we made a very good choice with Rachels'....and researching other restaurants in NYC for several hour (I must admit, most of the other choices of restaurants had no availibility on such short notice). The sea scallops were both 'fishy and salty', The hamburgs tasted more like meatloaf. However, the bread was... More

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Columbia, SC
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2010

My wife and I ordered from the Prix Fixe menu -- we had salad, salmon, two sides and dessert for $25. It was one of the best meals we had on our entire trip. In addition, the service was prompt, friendly, and professional. The sides were outstanding and the dessert (triple chocolate cake) was to die for. My wife ordered... More

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Trumbull, CT
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59 reviews 59 reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2010

We came to this bar after looking for a bar on 9th ave that offered Jazz. The bartender was really nice to us and treated us like gold when we walked in. He tried finding the best seats for us at the bar, the best drinks and recommended some food for us. The Jazz playing in the background was an... More

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