Jane
New York, NY 10012
Phone: (212) 254-7000
- Price:
- $$$
- Cross Street:
- Between Thompson Street and La Guardia Place
- Directions:
- 1 at Houston St; 6 at Bleecker St; B, D, F, V at Broadway/Lafayette; N, R, W at Prince St
- Specialties:
- Brunch
- Hours:
- Mon-Thu 11:30am- 11:00pm, Fri-Sat 11:30am-12am, Sun 10am-10pm
Editorial Review for Jane – by Citysearch Editors
In Short
Larger-than-life prints of hillside grasses on the walls lend the space a clean, stylish air--think a Williams-Sonoma in full spring flower. In warmer months, a sidewalk cafe out front invites diners to watch the Soho traffic--both human and automotive--flit by. The New American menu is as much about comfort as it is creativity. Appetizers like toasted ricotta gnocchi in white truffle cream, or the tangy, crispy sesame calamari are a perfect way to start. Entrees may seem to play it safe, but nearly all are perfectly executed--from the grilled pork tenderloin, to the pan roasted cod, to the Jane burger. Save room for dessert: Classics like strawberry shortcake and milk and cookies may be simple, but they're also simply delicious.
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Insider Tips
When to GoThough the restaurant is a decidedly popular dinner destination, the brunch crowd tends to gravitate toward Jane on weekends.
Fun FactJane is owned by the same people behind The Smith in the East Village, and the Neptune Room on the Upper West Side.
The ExtrasPlanning a private event? Inquire about hosting it in Jane's private dining room, located in the basement.
User Reviews for Jane
06/04/2008 Posted by ktobiassen
Jane is one of my favorite places. Even though I eat out quite often and am approaching (or maybe am already in) middle age, the best way to describe Jane is that I feel like a grown up when eat there. The decor is spare and tasteful and the tables are luxuriously far apart from one another (well, for New York City). The food is simple and delicious. The menu changes slightly for the seasons, but I have probably sampled all of it at this point and have never been disappointed. Well, I don't like the apple sausage they have at brunch. But that's the only thing. I usually go for dinner -- the filet mignon, the chicken, the risotto, and even the Jane Burger are all highly recommended. On Sundays, they offer select dinner items for a mere $12. The cocktails are expertly prepared, and they bring the shaker (with extra booze in it) along with your drink. The staff is generally young and attractive, but unexpectedly friendly and competent. If your party lingers, they will never rush you out to turn over the table (another NYC rarity!)
Pros: great food, ambience, and service
Cons: the chicken apple sausage at brunch is gross
05/19/2008 Posted by jessieg8r
I just went there for brunch and couldnt believe how horrible the service was. Our server would bring our new drinks but wouldn’t take the empty glasses away, so they were all piled up on the table. Then, we were all finished and our serverwas standing chatting with 3 servers and the bartender for 10 minutes at the bar counter. Two other tables were desperately trying to get their some attention and get the bill. The food was OK, but with all of the great choices in this city, there is no way I go back there.
Pros: Good Bloody Marys
Cons: Waitstaff awful
