Smorgas Chef @ Scandinavia House

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   OccasionalSailor

   New York Area

   27 reviews

   4.0

   27 reviews

   Dined on March 11, 2017

   overall4food5service5ambience3

   Had a very tasty dinner before going to see Jazz at Kitano. Highly recommend the Swedish Meatballs, the Salmon & the Classic Smorgasbord. Great deserts and coffee too.
   

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   Chardonelen

   New York Area

   10 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   10 reviews

   Dined on March 1, 2017

   overall4food4service5ambience3

   I've been to Smorgas Chef several times and have never been disappointed. The service can be a little spotty at time, but overall a good meal and experience.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   New York Area

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on February 26, 2017

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   We had a wonderful brunch, which was made even more delightful by Mina our server. She was friendly, thoughtful and efficient. We have dined at Smorgas Chef many times and the food has never disapointed. No matter what we select, from the Ham Club Sandwich, Swedish Meatballs, Waffles and Bacon or the Burger, which we had on Sunday, it is always delicious and those are only some of the Brunch selections. It is a really relaxed place for a weekend meal and one I look forward to going back to again and again.
   

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   Touristjim

   Tampa

   86 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   86 reviews

   Dined on February 26, 2017

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Fabulous food, great ambience. Love Sunday brunch.
   

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   Hank

   New York Area

   9 reviews

   4.0

   9 reviews

   Dined on February 23, 2017

   overall4food5service4ambience5

   Smorgas Chef/Scandinavia House has a sensibly priced modern Svandinavian menu, high quality food, and a comfortable ambiance which allows for easy conversation. Great spot for social and business lunches.
   

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6. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   New York Area

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on February 20, 2017

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Great place. Have been there many time. Will renew my membership that gives you discounts on food and purchases.
   

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   DavidB

   New York Area

   13 reviews

   2.0

   13 reviews

   Dined on February 18, 2017

   overall2food2service1ambience5

   One server for the whole place. Meatballs were the highlight and salmon was better than expected. "Signature salad" was sad.
   

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   Bill476

   New York Area

   9 reviews

   5.0

   9 reviews

   Dined on February 15, 2017

   overall5food5service5ambience4

   Have been here many times and it is consistently excellent. Food is very different and the staff is is quite attentive. Always a pleasure.
   

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9. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   New York Area

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on February 12, 2017

   overall5food5service4ambience4

   Went here for the first time, for Sunday brunch ... the salmon benedict was amazing, as was all of the food. Highly recommended!
   

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    DouglasS

    New York Area

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on February 10, 2017

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Whether you already know you love Scandinavian cuisine or not, this restaurant is always a treat. There's something for everyone, including a great burger, but the herring, gravlax, and Swedish Meatballs are standouts. I just tried the Bergen Fish Chowder, and I'll definitely be having that again. Buy some Swedish jam on your way out.
    

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    aeg1

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2017

    overall4food4service4ambience3

    The food is really delicious -- a true taste of Scandinavia.
    

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    Theater

    New York Area

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 7, 2017

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    I loved this place. Granted, I'm half Swedish so this hit a lot of my childhood memory triggers, but beyond that, the food was just so tasty, with fresh ingredients. The staff was beyond friendly, with just the right amount of interaction, checking to see if I enjoyed everything and promptly bringing the next course (I was there for Restaurant week so had 3 courses.) I had the parsnip soup which was wonderful on a bit of a blustery day, and was also a perfect portion size. As a starter it did not fill me up, being a cup and not a bowl of soup. I had the blenheim ham club and it was wonderful. I especially liked that there were only two slices of bread (wonderful 7 grain bread) and it was not drenched in mayo. You could tasted all of the ingredients. The raspberry cake is a childhood favorite and I so appreciated the smaller portion size. I am one for quality over quantity and this definitely ticked that box! An added bonus to this restaurant is that it is in the Scandinavian House so there is a wonderful shop attached as well as the exhibits.
    

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    r2ro

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 5, 2017

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great spot for brunch by Grand Central. Superb food and ambiance.
    

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    Foodie2345

    New York Area

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 5, 2017

    overall3food3service4ambience3

    For restaurant week, I think the restaurant had good choices to offer. I picked the Parsnip Soup as an appetizer and felt the soup was too sweet to my liking. I should've gone with the salad. I also picked the Pan Seared Salmon as my entree and it was a bit dissappointing. Disappointing not in the taste of the fish but disappointing in that it only came as a single fillet of fish. I figured that fish could've come with some sides and it could've made for a more fulfilling meal. Desserts were great although the raspberry almond cake was a bit dry for my liking. I may have made some bad choices in my appetizer and dessert choices but overall it was a good experience, friendly atmosphere, and good food. I highly recommend to management to perhaps add some sides to the salmon dish though.
    

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    theatrelady

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2017

    overall4food4service4ambience3

    Nice place for lunch with friends. Not rushed, good service and interesting menu.
    

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    HendrikV

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2017

    overall4food4service5ambience4

    My business partner was impressed, says he wants to come back with family/others
    

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    JAFan

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2017

    overall4food4service5ambience3

    Perfect midtown choice if you're going to the Morgan Library or 42nd Library, or meeting a friend coming into Grand Central. Food was quite good. I had the open face sandwich quartet of several small Swedish offerings.
    

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    MarilynA

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2017

    overall5food4service5ambience4

    Wonderful Scandinavian menu, as well as fresh vegetables from upstate NY farm.
    

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    Westchesterfoodie

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2017

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Delicious and authentic Scandinavian food. Beautiful presentation. Will definitely return!
    

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    Michael

    New York Area

    33 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on January 24, 2017

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    Very good, authentic Scandinavian food in a charming, casual setting.
    

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    LauraB

    San Francisco

    36 reviews

    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on January 21, 2017

    overall5food5service4ambience4

    An oasis in the city. A favorite. Quiet. Food very good
    

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    Terry

    New York Area

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2017

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great food.... Also Love anything Nordic...love that there is a museum upstairs and a theatre downstairs.
    

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    Martha

    New York Area

    29 reviews

    4.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on January 17, 2017

    overall4food4service4ambience3

    We were going to a concert at the Victor Borge Theater so we had dinner first. Dinner was delicious...a bit noisy. The room was full and the staff was nice but not enough of them. Slower service. Pear pie was better than yummy. Wanted to take a whole pie home with me! Liked the face that I could eat everyhhing on my plate but not go hungry. Just a nice portion.
    

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24. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 17, 2017

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great! Great!Great! Great!Great! Great!Great! Great!Great! Great!Great! Great!
    

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25. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 14, 2017

    overall3food3service3ambience3

    Used to be a favourite, but they now seem to be going through the motions. Food indifferently prepared, and hard to catch the eye of not-very-busy waitstaff.
    

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    JohnM

    Exclusive

    23 reviews

    4.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on January 11, 2017

    overall4food4service4ambience5

    Lots of space - good for pushchairs and strollers, relaxed atmosphere, limited but good Scandinavian menu of tasty items - take your time and enjoy it here.
    

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    NicoleMLM

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 10, 2017

    overall3food4service2ambience3

    Smorgas Chef @ Scandinavia House is a great find for the Midtown/Grand Central area. It has a funky, cheerful atmosphere and is located on the ground floor of Scandinavia House, so you could make a date of seeing an exhibition/having a Nordic cultural experience easily. They also have a cute shop with import items. The food is delicious, but mostly meat and fish, so I would recommend anyone with vegetarian/vegan/non-dairy needs to take a close look at the menu in advance. The restaurant has slower service during the lunch rush, mainly because it is popular and always seems to be busy. Reserving in advance is recommended, as well as planning ahead for dessert! Access note: Seating space is NYC tight so if you have stroller/wheelchair needs I would alert the staff in advance for more strategic seating.
    

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    ReviewedSomeFood

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 2, 2017

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    I love this place! I have been going here for years and it has been consistently excellent! The food is fresh and excellently prepared! The service is wonderful!
    

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    Noelle

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 28, 2016

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The Bloody Mary was fantastic. The food was delicious and the service was excellent. Would recommend to all.
    

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    HappyDiner

    New York Area

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2016

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Reliable in its good menu, great service, pleasant atmosphere. That's why I come back again & again.
    

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    shells

    New York Area

    12 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on December 19, 2016

    overall4food5service4ambience4

    Delicious, fresh food. Love the meatballs, variety plates, soups. Save room for dessert.
    

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    Mia8NY

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 19, 2016

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Attentive and accommodating service staff make the delicious meal even more enjoying. It is my favorite place to spend any time and any occasion.
    

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33. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on December 18, 2016

    overall4food5service4ambience5

    Food was great. Ambiance excellent. Our server was good but the restaurant was short-staffed so she was not as attentive as she could have been.
    

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    angus

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 17, 2016

    overall3food2service2ambience3

    The restaurant hasn't made changes to the menu in years. It is a pleasant space.
    

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    Nightqueentulip

    New York Area

    15 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2016

    overall4food4service4ambience2

    Went with a group for a holiday lunch. Seated at a table with exceptionally low seats. Felt like I was a giant in a children's classroom and the ambience is sort of 'cafeteria-like'. Entrees were very good, as was the wine and other special drinks. Wait staff were efficient. My salad, however, was overdressed (signature salad) and my dessert (pear pie) didn't have any taste to it. I clearly ordered the wrong dessert. Overall, the experience was worth it, maybe because of the holiday decor. Prices were competitive.
    

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36. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 8, 2016

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Scandinavia House restaurant is an excellent spot for a business or social lunch in the lower Grand Central vicinity of midtown Manhattan. The service is very good and the food is delicious.
    

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    andreinCT

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2016

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    Really fun and seemingly authentic scandinavian restaurant. Had a blast. the food was great and so was the ambiance. Great for lunch in NYC if you happen to be in midtown Manhattan.
    

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38. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2016

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The meal was perfect, right portion sizes. Delicious. The staff was friendly and efficient.
    

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    NYDiner

    New York Area

    296 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    296 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2016

    overall4food4service5ambience3

    The fresh and wholesome food sets this restaurant apart. The seafood soup is not to be missed.
    

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40. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 22, 2016

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Very fresh and pleasing meal. A root vegetable soup was delicate and filling. The kale salad with added salmon a good choice. Others chose a medley of open face sandwiches. They were allowed to substitute several of the sandwich choices with no problem. Tea was very hot and served in unusual metal tea pots which kept tea at perfect temp.
    

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