Cheeseboat - Hell's Kitchen

Cheeseboat - Hell's Kitchen reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Jonathan

   New York City4 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 7 days ago

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

   I was here on a one year anniversary date late at night on a Sunday. I had picked the last reservation available 9:45pm because my partner and I had an event before this. I messaged the place that we would be 5 minutes late. I didnt get anything back so I assumed it wasn't an issue. When we got there, we were met with some resistance and apprehension from the waiter because it looked like the place was closing? Had I known- I wouldn't have reserved it at that time. Anyway, we were sat and seemingly rushed to order. We felt rushed to eat. It's not the experience I wanted. The food here is ***incredible*** and another staff member fulfilled my special request for my partner and I. I was very happy about that. I highly recommend this place but I suggest not coming late at night! Thank you guys anyway.
   

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   Lawrence

   Charlotte1 review

   5.0

   Dined on May 24, 2025

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

   My wife and are vegetarians, so we appreciated the wide range of options. She’s also allergic to onions, so Lindale (an especially helpful server) steered her through the menu. I had the Pkhali sampler, a cold plate of three vegetable pates served with warm mushrooms; my wife had dumplings with chopped vegetables and cheese; and we shared a cheeseboat, which turned out to be melted cheese with mushrooms and tarragon in chewy yet crusty bread that set it off perfectly. The spice level was as high as we would like it without going over the top, and the after-dinner coffee — perhaps a Georgian coffee? — was strong and flavorful. We get to NYC only once or twice a year but plan to add Cheeseboat to a short list of favorite places.
   

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   Dr. VIP

   New York City6 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 21, 2025

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

   The food was outstanding! And, the staff offered exceptional service and hospitality. The entire team was warm and friendly. We have added this restaurant into our regular NYC rotation.
   

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   Wesley VIP

   New York City2 reviews

   1.0

   Dined on May 7, 2025

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

   I genuinely don’t understand how, FIVE years after the peak of QR-code menus, restaurants like Cheeseboat still rely on them without offering a proper menu alternative — it feels lazy and impersonal. From the moment we walked in, things felt off. The host greeted us with complete indifference, not even a smile or a basic effort to be welcoming. Our server bumped into our table over six times during the meal — always apologizing, but never thinking to move us or himself to avoid it. It felt like we were an inconvenience just for being there. We started with their “homemade” hummus, which was so salty it was nearly inedible — and somehow, the cheeseboat had the same problem. Speaking of the cheeseboat, I couldn’t believe it was served on paper. Not baking paper — just a regular sheet that got soggy from the melted cheese and ended up tearing and sticking to the food. We were literally eating PAPER with our meal. Completely unacceptable. To top it off, our server didn’t even know the difference between dry and sweet Georgian wines — not something you expect from someone serving alcohol. Unfortunately, the overall experience was so poor that we won’t be returning. It’s a shame, because this place had potential, but the execution, service, and basic dining standards were severely lacking.
   

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   Jerry

   New Orleans / Louisiana7 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 19, 2025

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

   Dumplings, pickled veggies, peach special drink, salad were all FANTASTIC! We had the prosciutto cheeseboat, mushroom cheeseboat, meatball cheeseboat and s
   

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   Robert

   New York City1 review

   5.0

   Dined on April 12, 2025

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

   Very welcoming and friendly service! Cool, relaxed vibe made for a comfortable visit.
   

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   David VIP

   New York City31 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on April 8, 2025

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

   Interesting Helks Kitchen find. Unique and tasty cuisine. Not good for a light meal. The cheeseboats are a bit heavy.
   

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   Michael VIP

   New York City55 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 5, 2025

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

   Really unique but excellent food. The food was perfectly prepared and the cheeseboats are great.
   

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   Jerry

   New York City1 review

   5.0

   Dined on April 4, 2025

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

   It’s a hidden gem place. Haven’t tried much Georgian cuisine in the past, but absolutely amazed by the rich flavor. This place also provides excellent service, and will consider coming back in the future!
   

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    W

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

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

    The best food I ever ate! “Really” I’m pretty sure I will come again
    

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