Sant Ambroeus Brookfield — Restaurant in New York

Edit: I am updating my review since last summer. Much has changed with management and the cooking in this last visit. They no longer give that tasty tomato aioli spread that comes with the bread, my favorite dishes are no longer on the menu, and we were told they no longer give complimentary dessert on your birthday or special occasion. So without my favorite Fritto Misto and Pollo Alla Mostardo, the dishes are dry and without a balance of gravy or sauce.

The manager stated that he was only on the job for two weeks, and our familiar hostess wasn’t there. So it is our guess that the chef is different too. Frito Misto and tomato aioli.. we hope you return to Sant a Ambroeus.

Past review: We come here on special occasions and always enjoy the service and ambiance. Our daughter enjoys the food as well, with the simple yet balanced flavors.

My favorite dishes are the fritto misto, mustard chicken with seasonal vegetables and also the steak. When I say fritto misto, I mean we order it every. single. time. For the prices at this restaurant, this dish is a really good deal for what you get. A good amount of really crispy fluffy batter fried.. tempura-like shrimp and vegetables. Honestly I need a a bowl of rice and dipping soy sauce to savor this dish but we love it anyway. I simply ask for balsamic vinegar to dip it in and it’s delicious. Close your eyes and eat kind of delicious.

The first time we went there, they gave us a big blue sharing plate placed right in front of us. We didn’t know what it was for, but it made a great picture with our dishes and the sunlight always beaming into the windows when we are having dinner here.

I’d recommend coming here even for the hazelnut cake or the princess cake. We also tried the pear sorbet and were wonderfully surprised by how distinctly pear tasting and gummy is the gelato.

The best part about any dining experience is really who I dine with. Having a quiet meal with loved ones is one thing I enjoy here. Also not needing to be bothered with anything because the servers alway come by and take care of our needs.

I can’t say enough about all the good experiences we’ve had here. We once complimented the food and the server said, The chefs know how to make it right and that makes...

We booked a New Year’s Eve dinner reservation at Sant Ambroeus Brookfield and happened to be the last table of the night. The manager and the entire personnel went above and beyond to make our evening special!

The entire team truly exceeded our expectations. They created a festive and celebratory atmosphere just for us, offering complimentary glasses of champagne and desserts. And made sure we felt comfortable and never rushed, even as the kitchen and bar were preparing to close. They attended to us with professionalism, courtesy, and a friendly warmth that felt genuine. To make it even more special, the remaining team celebrated New Year’s Eve with us, which turned the night into something incredibly personal and memorable.

And to top it all off, the manager gave us a tour of the restaurant, showing us the beautiful mezzanine floor, and we took a photo with them as a keepsake of the wonderful evening. From start to finish, they did everything possible to ensure our New Year’s Eve was unforgettable. Special thanks to Enrique and our server Christian!

The service was impeccable, the staff incredibly attentive, the food absolutely delicious (the hazelnut cake, in particular, was divine!), and the ambiance felt like we were celebrating with family and friends.

Thank you so much to the entire team for making our night so special. We will absolutely be back and can’t recommend this restaurant enough to anyone looking for exceptional food, service, and atmosphere.

Happy New Year to the whole Sant Ambroeus team—wishing you all continued success and many great things in...

Beautiful restaurant and modern space, but that is where the positives end.

I had dinner here with colleagues and left disappointed in almost every area except the ambiance.

Food: I ordered the Fettuccine al Bolognese, which was one of the blandest pastas I have ever had. It lacked flavor, although it did at least come out hot. The appetizers looked upscale, but the only one worth mentioning was the shrimp cocktail, and even that was just five medium shrimp for $37.

Drinks: The cocktails were fine, but nothing stood out. This place works better as a spot for after-work drinks than for an actual dinner.

Ambiance: The outdoor seating is pleasant and not crowded by people walking past. Inside, the restaurant has a modern and sleek look, but the experience does not live up to the design.

Price: This restaurant is overpriced, with most items costing $15 to $30 more than comparable spots in New York City. It felt more like a tourist trap than a dining destination. For what I spent, I would have rather gone to a reputable steakhouse or a well-known NYC restaurant. The sticker shock was real, and the location near the World Trade Center likely explains the inflated prices.

Service: For the price, the service should have been much more attentive. Water was refilled slowly, items were forgotten, and our table was left unattended for long periods. It did not come close to the level of service the pricing suggests.

Overall: The restaurant looks nice, but the food, service, and pricing all missed the mark. I wanted to like this place, but the experience was a...