Best Historic Restaurants in Van Nest

The service is still in an early shakedown cruise, so spotty here and there, but it is the best chicken I’ve ever had in my life! When some of the things went a little sideways last night, one of the partners stepped in to make it right. Love a place where they are keeping an eye on things.

Food and service exceeded expectations. Ideal for travelers relying on public transportation. Highly recommended.

This was our second time dining here and as was with the first time the food was superb, service was excellent and the atmosphere was incredible dining in the old vault area! We will definitely be back!

Our waiter, Alessandro, was knowledgeable and friendly. He recommended a wonderful red to compliment our meal. The meal, from top to bottom, exceeded expectations. The entire staff were friendly and attentive. Whatever training the staff received was apparent and effective. Highly recommend!

We had a lovely lunch at the Thayer. The fried chicken was expertly seasoned and the best I've had. Crunchy where it should be and juicy and tender inside. The Cole slaw was just right. Great snap to the fries. The other dish was the Chicken Salad club. Hit every mark and totally enjoyed it. We also ordered the soup of the day and the only mishap was it was brought out not piping hot. A quick word to the waiter and the soup was retuned and the temperature was corrected. In fairness, most restaurants never serve piping hot soup, which they should. We had a view of the Hudson and the ambiance of the hotel and restaurant is old world elegance. The price was very reasonable for the quality and quantity of food. We will definitely go back. It would be a fabulous place to watch the autumn colors. Next time.