Alligator Pear

The 10 Worst Dishes of 2023 - Eater NY

"One of the cuisines hardest to get right in NYC is the Cajun and Creole cooking of New Orleans. Alligator Pear made an attempt when it opened this year, but there were several notable failures, including a fried catfish so thickly crusted with blue cornmeal that it had to be pounded to get at the flesh. But even worse were fresh oysters thickly coated with garlic and cheese, at five bucks a pop. What a horrifying thing to do to an oyster!" - Robert Sietsema

Where To Have Your Next Team Dinner - New York - The Infatuation

"Taking your team to New Orleans seems like a NSFW no-no, but you can bring a bit of (supervised) Mardi Gras energy to your team dinner at Alligator Pear. Inspired by The Big Easy, this three-story restaurant serves crowd-pleasing Creole food a couple blocks from Midtown. The two main dining rooms have their own bars, decked out with Jazz Fest posters and hanging ferns. In true NOLA spirit, the cocktails are strong, and you’ll need all the fried food you can get to soak them up. Order highly shareable servings of blue crab beignets, fried alligator bites, and family-style platters of shrimp and andouille jambalaya." - Neha Talreja, Bryan Kim, Hannah Albertine

Alligator Pear - Review - Midtown West - New York - The Infatuation

"A NOLA-themed restaurant in Midtown, Alligator Pear is a useful spot for your next team dinner, with three stories of space and crowd-pleasing Creole food. The two main dining rooms have their own bars, decked out with Jazz Fest posters and the same hanging ferns you’ve seen on balconies in the French Quarter. In case you need somewhere discreet to hide your drunk middle managers, there’s also private dining upstairs and in the wine cellar. In true NOLA spirit, the cocktails are strong, and you’ll need all the fried food you can get to soak them up. Order highly shareable servings of blue crab beignets, fried alligator bites, and family-style platters of shrimp and andouille jambalaya. An extra round of powdered sugar beignets will keep your co-workers happy until next quarter." - Neha Talreja

NYC’s Most Anticipated Restaurant Openings: Spring 2023 - Eater NY

"Alligator Pear will open in the Garment District from New Orleans native Dominick Lee." - Emma Orlow

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JAY BLESSED

Google

One of my favorite places near Penn Station. One of my go-to places in the city for lunch meetings; lunch specials are enticingly priced. Their happy hour is from 5-7pm and is absolutely worth the visit! Food is good. Drinks are amazing! I love their passion fruit margaritas. Ambiance is dimly lit, cozy and buzzing. Their staff hits all the hospitality and service marks. Special shout out to GM, Penelope. She is a hands-on leader and definitely a valuable asset to this team!!

Carolina Santiago

Google

To start, we ordered the Cheese & Charcuterie Board—an excellent choice. For the main dishes, we enjoyed the NY Strip Steak and Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo. Every dish was outstanding, truly the best we've had. The ambiance was beautifully designed—both elegant and relaxing—and the service was absolutely superb. Highly recommended!

Google

Solid! I took a gamble on a place I never tried before when family popped into town. The food is pretty appealing but not exceptional. I got the bistro burger which was fine, they cooked it to the right temperature which I appreciated. Overall what I really valued was the service which was excellent. I was also able to make a reservation pretty last minute on a Friday night and we got seated immediately.

Shane McGoldrick

Google

Delighted I came across Alligator Pear on a random stroll through the city. The drinks, food and vibes were all of the highest standard. Everything was quite simply extraordinary. The hosts and my servers took care of me from the moment I entered to the moment I left. Jane, Cara and Ali (I think) went above and beyond. 10/10 will be back for sure!

Alex Tasiopoulos

Google

I can't rave about this place more. Exceeded expectations. I used a Pulsd voucher and wasn't expecting anything much, but they really went above and beyond. Delicious food, amazing drinks, and what really sold me was the impeccable service. The staff here was incredibly professional, super coordinated, and very friendly. From the host stand, to the bar, to the table- this was a great experience and I hope to come back.

Rose Khan

Google

We had a great experience at Alligator Pear! The ambiance and decor is very nice, and our servers were kind and attentive! We shared the arancini (black truffle and parmesan) as an appetizer, ordered blackened salmon and shrimp alfredo for entrees, and the creme brûlée cheesecake for dessert! Everything was delicious— our only criticism was that the arancini could have used a little more salt. Overall, we had a great dinner experience and would recommend!

Brandon Wall

Google

Absolutely! Here's a review for Alligator Pear: --- **Review for Alligator Pear** Alligator Pear is a gem in the city, combining a chic ambiance with a welcoming atmosphere. The space is elegantly designed, featuring modern decor that exudes sophistication while maintaining a cozy feel. The food is nothing short of exceptional; each dish is crafted with care and creativity, offering a delightful culinary experience. What truly sets Alligator Pear apart is the outstanding customer service. The staff is attentive, friendly, and always ready to enhance your dining experience. They frequently offer great specials that provide fantastic value and an opportunity to explore new flavors. The music selection adds to the vibrant yet relaxed vibe of the place, making it perfect for both casual outings and special occasions. Whether you're there for a meal or just to enjoy the ambiance, Alligator Pear never disappoints. Highly recommended!

Katie Angelova

Google

Food was okay at best. They tried to beautify what looks like a warehouse. We had a Pulsd voucher, which became a very stressful experience. Lobster roll was an upcharge, though it cost $32 on the menu and the Pulsd voucher allowed for any entree $38 and less. Manager came and (with a massive attitude) lectured us on how the "lobster meat costs more than asparagus that comes with the chicken." OK. Fine. They said the upcharge was $9, but it ended up being $10 on the bill. Dessert was included in the Pulsd voucher, too, but somehow also ended up on the bill. This dinner experience was way too much work.

JAY BLESSED

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Sukhleen B.

Yelp

I celebrated my birthday at the private Mezz Lounge at Alligator Pear (Tara Mor), and Sarah, our bartender, was absolutely wonderful. She was friendly, attentive, and kept everything running smoothly throughout the night. Her cocktails were a hit--beautifully made. She handled everything effortlessly, making sure all the guests were happy. If you're planning an event here, I highly recommend asking for Sarah--she's fantastic! The food and ambience was also 10/10, highly recommended this location!!

Doug W.

Yelp

I enjoyed this spot for lunch, I expected better of the gnocchi, but at least there's a cool lunch deal. They are thinking of changing the name which o think is a mistake. It's in a peculiar location for the great vibe but that's okay. Cool spot, really bummed I didn't get any alligator pear matchbooks though, super sad about that. Great bartender service on the day I went, super friendly guy.

Julia D.

Yelp

This restaurant made is very easy to plan for a corporate event dinner in late October. The hosts were very welcoming, the food was good. The interior ambiance looked very nice. The only downside was the limited drink menu options for the season. We didn't have many wine options to choose from.

Deborah W.

Yelp

I stopped by Alligator Pear for a private event in their downstairs speakeasy. The space itself was very nice and the bartender was also quite friendly. The main issue with the restaurant was just the food. They had some sliders, salad and tuna tartare for attendees to snack on. The tuna tartare was pretty good. However, the sliders were just so dry and the ceasar salad's croutons were stale and just not that good. I'm not sure if it is just these items we happened to get that were unfortunately not that good and the rest of the restaurant's menu is better but I wish they had a better app menu for events.

Dori K.

Yelp

The restaurant is beautifully decorated. When we walked in the hostess sat us right away. Our waiter was super nice. For appetizers we got the ARANCCINI Black Truffle and the GRILLED ALLIGATOR SAUSAGE Mashed Potatoes, Mushroom Demi, Pickled Red Onions. Both apps were amazing. For the mains we got the BLACKENED SALMON which was cooked to perfection. My friend got the A BLUE GNOCCHI which was really good. The sauce was great. Last dish we got was the SHRIMP ALFREDO, again the sauce was excellent. As a side we got the CAULIFLOWER GRATIN, also really good. I'd definitely return. The bar is really pretty if you want to get a cocktail before dinner.

Beth M.

Yelp

This is cute place in midtown with Pulsd deals. The rib eye and fries are so good. The service was great. Came with a bottle of wine. I highly recommend

Sandy Y.

Yelp

Social media got me here but the decor and vibes def made an impact. I found this place on a foodie's IG post and I bookmarked it for a while. A Pulsd deal came up and I HAD to grab it. It's an amazing deal - worth every dollar. It comes with a bottle of wine, an app, two entrees, and a dessert. There aren't many waiters/waitresses so it took some time in between each dish but it's fine - we were able to enjoy each other's company and take our sweet time. Very easy and straight forward service and menu and each dish was good. We got the tuna tartare, the blackened salmon, the spicy calabrian pasta, creme brulee cheesecake, and a bottle of cava. Tuna Tartare: It was fine but I would not order again. Chips were stale but the amount of tuna and avocado was suffice. Appreciated the amount of lime, seasoning, and radish accoutrement. Blackened Salmon: Came with roasted tomatoes and potatoes, salad, and béarnaise sauce. The salmon was moist and the skin was crispy. Lemon was grilled and added a lot of zest. The potatoes and tomatoes were at a great balance and carb proponent to the dish. Creme Brulee Cheesecake: Amazing. Came with salted caramel ice cream which balanced the sweet and dense nature of a cheesecake. Overall, worth a visit. Would come again!

Ann S.

Yelp

I love a New Orleans-inspired restaurant!If you do as well, this is a must-visit in Midtown. It's under the same restaurant family as two other great spots: Tara Rose and Bosco. It has a beautiful interior, perfect for a date or special occasion. The food was delicious, plus they have cute and tasty cocktails!! We Tried: *Leaveau's Elixir and Voodoo Hurricane cocktails *Char-broiled Oysters *Spicy Sausage & Potatoes *Blue Crab Beignets Definitely check it out!!

Danielle G.

Yelp

One of the few restaurants worth traveling to in midtown! It's hard to find good Cajun food in NYC but Alligator Pear does it so well. From the charbroiled oysters to the jambalaya, the flavors are top notch. Attention to detail is not just seen in the food as the decor is absolutely beautiful as well.

Lisa B.

Yelp

The Food was Good & tasted great. The service was Amazing & on time. Ambiance was quick and feels fast too. Very clean restaurant I shall say

Deepika M.

Yelp

This place otherwise wouldn't have been on my radar, if not for this industry dinner. The coffee martini was spot on. Great appetizers. I've come to love farro - this one was flavorful, topped with what they called cauliflower steak. The place was beautiful and very attentive staff.

Karen L.

Yelp

Took my friend here for a birthday dinner on Tuesday evening, we had an amazing experience!! I don't often feel the strong urge to go back to any restaurant given so many choices in the city but this place I know I'll be back. Our server Cassandra was so kind, and she treated us very well. They gave us free drinks and also comped the beignets we ordered: something I've never experienced before in NYC! We ordered the burrata to start: SO good. Came with toasted bread and drizzled with balsamic, the burrata was so creamy and light. The alligator sausage gumbo was very flavorful and comforting, they were kind enough to serve it in two bowls for us. We also got a side of Brussels sprouts which were perfectly seasoned and cooked. Finally we finished with beignets which were nice and crunchy on the outside but fluffy on the inside. Truly nothing to complain about, I can't wait to come back and try other menu items! Our server also mentioned they will be starting lunch service in about a month, which is great news since I work nearby. Definitely come visit!! They also apparently have live music on Wednesday and Thursday nights. Last thing to mention is they have nice bathrooms: like 8 or so individual rooms downstairs.

C B.

Yelp

Came here for happy hour - the drinks felt a bit out-of-a-can, and service had a few hiccups. Given the positive reviews likely we just came at a bad time.

Ellie N.

Yelp

The ambiance of this place is charming and inviting. We enjoyed fried porkchop, gumbo, salad (on the house), and beignet (it comes in 3, and they're pretty big). Every dish was delicious and complemented each other perfectly. The service was prompt and attentive. I highly recommend this place.

Cassie A.

Yelp

Came here with reservations for dinner with a group of gal pals after a holiday mixer. From the reviews, I could tell the drinks and the ambiance would be immaculate, but the food could be better... I booked a high top but requested a regular table, and they made that happen. Fantastic service. Our waiter John was very patient, charming, and attentive. Nothing but the best do we wish for John. The drinks are great. I love Sazarac drinks (there is no Absinthe in them, and it's no longer banned bc they took the Wormwood out FYI). I enjoyed The Forbidden. My friends had Orange Wine (not made from oranges) and The Great Sun. Fabulous adult beverages. My entree wasn't great. Season the fries and toast the bread. Lean into the creole influence and go the distance. The savory beignets were delicious. I was jealous of my friend's liver mousse. Take care in the dishes you order. I would come back for a date or with friends. They seem to do well with large groups, but that's bc they only take 1 food order all at once. I recommend they revisit that policy and watch sales go up. Cheers!

Michelle R.

Yelp

The ambiance is great. The service was also very good, very attentive. The food and drinks were delicious. We ordered the half order of corn bread as an appetizer and was a bit sad we didn't get a full ordered. The butter they serve it with, I wish they sold it in the restaurant. I ordered the chicken and it was light but full of flavor. My husband ordered the jambalaya and he really enjoyed it. For dessert we had the bread pudding and paid extra for the scoop of cafe du monde gelato and man was it worth the extra $4. The flavor complimented each other and I was heartbroken that my husband and I were so full that we couldn't finish the bread pudding. I'm even sadder that I just realized that their menu changes with each season and they removed the bread pudding. I'll be dreaming of the bread pudding until it comes back on the menu. But I highly recommend coming here. It's absolutely delicious.

Louise F.

Yelp

Beautiful restaurant with three floors, very decorative and inviting. Huge comfortable bar . We walked in on a very cold and windy Sunday evening to a warm establishment. We went for a cocktail and an appetizer so sat at the bar. The bartenders name is Troy, and he was very friendly and hospitable. I asked about the riesling wine and he told me it was on the sweet side which is what I like, so I ordered it. It was nice and sweet, but not too sweet and it was a good pour. My husband ordered a Manhattan which was served in an old-fashioned stem glass which was appealing. I had saw a post on Instagram where they ate crab beignets which is what I wanted. Unfortunately they didn't carry those anymore but did have a creamy artichoke beignet served with tomato sauce on the side. The beignets were very tasty with shavings of Parmesan cheese on top. The tomato sauce wasn't necessary. They were good on their own without the sauce. The restaurant is only a couple blocks from MSG so we saw several Rangers fans come in.

Charity S.

Yelp

First timer...I'm not usually in this neighborhood but met a friend for HH here. I was so pleasantly surprised. The HH food and drinks were excellent (try the margarita with spicy bitters). The vibe was warm and our bartender, Corinne was absolutely delightful. I'll trek across town again for the great experience. Highly recommend!

Shaima C.

Yelp

Alligator pear has been on my list for the last few months. My friends and decided to grab dinner for Friendsgiving. The restaurant itself it beautiful, and the service is pretty on point. We started with the alligator sausage, corn bread and the cheese balls. All three apps were amazing, the alligator was interesting, we couldn't really tell it was alligator meat. For the entrees we ended up getting the, lamb chops, chicken burger, jerked salmon, and the steak and frites. Everything was cooked perfectly and was well seasoned. For dessert, we had to get the beignets, they came in a paper bag, pipping hot and costed with powder sugar. The perfect way to end the night.

Tameeka B.

Yelp

My go-to pre-concert (or pre-game) spot to grab food that will fill me up, has a gorgeous/ spacious interior and drinks that pack a punch is #AlligatorPear , it's a quick walk to/from Madison Square Garden (also to the LIRR for us commuters). . I recently dined here with my brother before one of the Rangers games and here's what we had: - HH Brunson MVP (it's like a Moscow mule) - Hugo Spritz (much better than an Aperol Spritz) - Specialty Bourbon cocktail (made to order) - 1 Alligator Sausage (so delicious and delicate) - 1 Arancini (yummy & has truffle) - 1 Blackened Salmon (cooked perfectly) - 1 The Spicy Calabrian (not as spicy as expected but absolutely delicious) - 1 Sweet Beignets - 1 Crème Brûleé Cheesecake (my bro loved it) . The service was on-point (shout out to our server Michael for helping us decide on what to order and for putting us on to the #HugoSpritz ). That's totally my new drink of the summer. . I'll definitely be back for more pre-game dining and for brunch.

Koriey H.

Yelp

Let me start off by saying the service is top notch. However, the food doesn't coexist with service. I really wanted to love this place but my second time around I was underwhelmed AGAIN. This revamped menu seems forced and doesn't really live up to its flavors. BURRATA was forgettable and bland. HUMMUS was tasty but felt thrown together. TRUFFLE MAC lacked seasoning and I was also surprised to see "truffle Mac" on a creole menu. A five cheese mac would have been perfect. Previously I did have the Gumbo which I loved but was told that it wouldn't be in the menu everyday (a creole reso without gumbo is mind blowing). I've also had their cornbread which was freaking amazing. Not sure if I would return for great service and mid food.

Ellen C.

Yelp

Alligator Pear was a cute venue, where my boyfriend rented out the back room for a patty. It did seem a little empty outside the room when we arrived. Otherwise, the drinks were yummy and the bartenders were sweet.

Sam Z.

Yelp

Service here is great. The pork belly skewers are a must. Alligator sausage also great.

Katherine D.

Yelp

Beautiful interior design, beautifully crafted food, and wonderful wait staff -- I cannot wait to come back here again! I ordered the Cavatelli Pasta and added delicious, spicy alligator sausage. - it was so good! I tried a bite of his pork chop schnitzel which was served perfectly on a potato mash and drizzled with a cane-dijon vinaigrette-- so, SO good!

Maggie B.

Yelp

This is a trendy New Orleans-inspired restaurant. It is quite large with two floors for dining, a spacious bar, and a couple smaller nooks that could work well for private parties. When making a reservation, be sure to choose the right table style. They had some high top, semi-communal tables with bar stools that might not be comfortable for some, especially if you want a more intimate experience. The decor is beautiful, featuring a cherry blossom tree downstairs. We sat in a room upstairs with lovely green floral wallpaper. They have a playful cocktail menu including margaritas and several "hurricanes" featuring ginger sherbet. I went with the Leaveau's Elixir. The purple vodka had a slight bitter taste which I didn't care for. On the positive side, it wasn't too sweet, but I wouldn't order it again. To start, we shared the brussel sprouts. These were my favorite part of the meal. The sprouts were crispy, but had a tenderness in the center. They were generously topped with a thick chili vinaigrette, parmesan cheese, and apples. I loved the textures and the gentle spicy kick. We also got the cornbread. You can order either a half or whole "loaf." We ordered a half. It sounded like the portion size would be pretty large but it wasn't a very big piece at all. The bread itself was dry and not super flavorful, but I enjoyed the sweet brown butter that accompanied it, which was soft and creamy. For my main, I got the veggie jambalaya. It was served in a hot skillet. It was topped with a crispy artichoke, which was very tasty and melted in your mouth. I am usually not a huge squash fan but it was very tender and paired well with the rice. I enjoyed the rich flavor of the dish. Service was a bit slow. We waited for quite awhile in between our appetizer and mains, as well as for the check. Still, it is definitely worth a visit!

Helen M.

Yelp

We hosted our company holiday party in their upstairs private room. Coordination and communication prior to the event was spectacular. Once we got to the event, the managers and the team were amazing. Everyone was so nice and accommodating. The food was a hit and the cocktails were an even bigger hit! The space is beautiful and they are super flexible with your party ideas. We really enjoyed our time and I will continue to book here!

Ceci C.

Yelp

I've been seeing this place pop up on my insta feed for the past month and finally caved. My friend and I came for brunch, and Alligator Pear did not disappoint! First things first, when we came, every table had the brunch special, aka a bottle of prosecco and orange juice, which is a great deal for $30! My friend and I downed the whole thing. We got the blue crab beignets to share, which were okay in my opinion. They were nice and crispy, and the powdered sugar and lemon were a nice touch. I feel like I've had better though. I got the Florentine Eggs Benedict, which were great! The salad that came with it has a nice, light dressing, and the creamed spinach was just right. My friend got the Cajun Hangover Rice, which she enjoyed as well! The decor for this place is also out of the world. I can definitely see this place being popular for drinks during nighttime, with their beautiful bar and numerous seating areas. Hopefully they have a happy hour in the future!

Amanda L.

Yelp

Delicious bites than transport you to New Orleans. Located in midtown, the location is convenient for pre and post show drinks/food at Madison Square Garden. We came here prior to a comedy show and it was just a quick couple minute walk to the venue. We had the alligator bites, blue crab beignets, and cornbread to start. Then we had the fried chicken, jambalaya and gumbo. Everything was absolutely delicious with spot on flavors and textures. Highly recommend this spot and its beautiful interior setting as well as friendly service.

Sha S.

Yelp

They really hit it with the aesthetic in this place. It's such a pretty vibe. They have a cherry blossom tree, and the bar looks really cool. Definitely Miami vibes. They do have two floors, and we sat up at the balcony floor. Our waiter was very friendly. I ordered a glass of wine. My friend ordered a mocktail, she loved it. We ordered the gnocchi, mashed potatoes, and jambalaya with shrimp. The jambalaya was a little bit more on the hard side, I like my rice, a little bit more soft boiled. The mashed potatoes ate though. The gnocchi was really good but the portion size was extremely small for the price point. All in all, a really cute spot to have date night, or just dinner with your girls. I love the whole New Orleans menu, and I am giving this 4 stars just because of the rice (I'm petty like that lol).

Mihir W.

Yelp

Held my birthday party here and had an amazing time! Steph and the rest of the staff were very pleasant to work with and were extremely hospitable. I would host here again!

Candace S.

Yelp

I ordered dinner to go from Alligator Pear which included their gumbo and beignets. The gumbo was so-so. I felt it lacked enough spice and flavor. The beignets however were delicious! The restaurant itself seemed very nice and a great date night spot. I would probably go back and try it again although with budget in mind because it's highly overpriced.

Vanessa J.

Yelp

It's very rare that I find a restaurant in the Times Square area that isn't overpriced with subpar food. This restaurant is amazing. Everything u had was flavorful, delicious, savory... there aren't enough words to describe how amazing the food was. The crab beignets hands down are the best things I ever tasted. It literally melts into your mouth after each and every bite. I could go on and on about the food but the pictures speak for themselves. But I just have to highlight the bread pudding and coffee gelato. Absolutely amazing! Each and every bite was filled with so much flavor. I was stuffed but could not leave one crumb on the plate. Lastly, the music, vibes, ambiance, and service were also very great. Staff was very attentive and recommended most of the food and drinks ordered. I will definitely be coming back.

Amit P.

Yelp

This spot is the perfect date spot right before a MSG event because it's a 5 minute walk to Penn Station. The cocktails are unique and the food was delicious. If you're not into cocktails, have no fear since they have a good amount of beers on draft as well! The Jambalaya was my favorite dish- I suggest getting the smaller choice, it was filling! My overall experience at this restaurant was great. The restaurant staff were super friendly and provided excellent service making it an experience to remember. I will be coming back here to try other things from the menu I didn't have a chance to!

Joe L.

Yelp

I was looking forward to trying this place out but, unfortunately, found it rather underwhelming. The decor was snazzy. Our waiter sauntered around in comparison to the others who replenished the water, brought out the food, and cleared the table. Towards the end of our meal, a waitress took care of us. She was far more attentive and perky than our previous waiter. Blue Crab Beignets- Easily the best thing we had. The dough was light and crisp. The filling was soft and creamy. It had a great balance between sweet and savory. Tempura Alligator Bites- Hard fried coating with hardly any meat. Char-Broiled Oysters- Dish is true to its name but the bread too ??? see photo. NOLA Style Jambalaya Paella- No heat or spice came through. Austin Leslie's Fried Chicken Po'Boy- Nothing in particular stood out to distinguish itself from the chicken sandwich game. Sadly, I can only recommend the Beignets.

Yvonne D.

Yelp

Visited on a Thursday evening after work. They didn't have a reservation available until 8 so we decided to walk in and sat at the spacious and comfy bar. The bartender was helpful, friendly and knowledge on the food menu as well! To start we had alligator bites and blue crab beignets. The alligator breading was a little salty but over all tasty! The crab beignets were delicious! We got the seafood jambalaya for two to share (not pictured) because it was amazing, hot and tasty. Bread pudding was for desert and it did not miss! Didn't really enjoy the drinks-- the hurricane was good taste wise but it had lots of ice in it and got watered down quickly. However, the bartender let us try a desert wine which a nice complement to the bread pudding! Overall, I'd recommend this place and I'll be back to try some other things!

Tayler E.

Yelp

I came here for my friends birthday dinner. It was 5 of us. This place has a beautiful ambiance and the drinks are good! - i had the voodoo hurricane which was really good and strong. - The cornbread wasn't that great it was really dry!! -The jambalaya was very salty like they were trying to fix the flavor by just adding salt or maybe the sausage had alot of sodium which made the dish salty? Idk but it has potential to me fixed. -My friend had the gnocchi and OMG when they put that plate in front of her everyone's eyebrows went up it was the tiniest plate of food i ever seen. She thought it was a mistake because literally it was 6 quarter size gnocchi on her plate! No proteins , vegetable , garnish , nothing! Very ridiculous. Overall i might come back to try something else, but it may be a while.

Brianna B.

Yelp

I was very impressed with our meal at Alligator Pear! The service and ambiance was wonderful to start, and our friendly waitress Avery was happy to replace my drink-I initially ordered the Pear Cayman and was NOT impressed lol. She apologized and helped me find a drink that I ended up liking (The Villager) and did so with a positive attitude: customer service makes all the difference! To eat, my friend and I split the following: -Brussels Sprouts: SO flavorful and we loved whatever sweet vinaigrette they were tossed in. I couldn't stop eating them! -Cornbread: tasty and grainy, the honey butter was the perfect touch. -Roasted Carrots: these were surprisingly incredible. They were roasted perfectly to where they were sweet and caramelized, and that creole cream cheese + honey roasted pecan combo? Chef's kiss. -Creole Gnocchi: we loved these and they tasted like your classic gnocchi in tomato sauce (not complaining-tons of flavor here!) -Jambalaya Paella (Veggie Style): bursting with flavor and portion was actually really good for the single-serving option. I would definitely come back and order the same things all over again if they can be consistently as delicious as they were this evening!

Josephine L.

Yelp

Not sure Alligator Pear will ever make the best of NOLA restaurants quiver in their chaps, but it's a solid bet for NYC. Gorgeous decor? Check Ample seating? Check Friendly staff? Definitely check. Holla to Avery, the nicest server this side of the Dixie! (The cool kids still say "Holla", right?) Most importantly, delicious food? Mostly check. Get the Tempura Alligator Bites and Blue Crab Beignets to start. Get the Louisiana Jambalaya (NOLA style, obvi) to continue. And get the NOLA Style Bread Pudding to finish. Skip the Cornbread (too dry and cakey), Mac 'n' Cheese (dull), Mixed Heirloom Tomatoes (too mayo-y), Austin Leslie's Fried Chicken (batter not right), and Cousin Ash's Catfish (well-cooked but under-seasoned). And while the dessert Beignets are an obvious nod to the world-famous Cafe du Monde, they're too small and underwhelming to really hold a candle.

Olivia N.

Yelp

Overall rating: 4.6 I was initially very excited to try this place out when it opened, but then slowly got concerned it might be overhyped. Nope! It's a great place. I love how large & diverse it is. I saw dates, afterwork groups, solo hangs, all kinds. I made a reso but definitely wasn't needed. The space is so large! Admittedly I solely came for the charbroiled oysters... only to learn they only offered them in the summer I was very upset. Things my friend & I ordered: - Grilled alligator sausage: 4/5 eh, good. I guess. - House salad: 5/5, so good! - Between the bed, fried chicken; 4/5 this was cooked well. But not sure if I can say if it was so amazing. - Duck wings: 6/5 sooo tasteful. Highly recommend! - Beignets: 5/5 classic & good Price was ~$64ea without drinks. Very pricey! I'm back and forth if it's worth it. But if you're considering a date I recommend. I also like that the audience leans a bit older.

Austin K.

Yelp

It was a pretty big restaurant and although we made a reservation, we probably didn't need it. Overall, things were good but wish the portion size was bigger for everything besides the jumbalaya. Cornbread: we got a full loaf but it comes out as 2 mini loaves. It was good and comes with a brown sugar butter that went well together. I just wish it was bigger. Blue crab beignets: this was a great appetizer, and the flavors were interesting together (i.e. spicy honey). It comes in 4 pieces. Rubbed pork collar: This was the best thing tied with the beignets. It was super tender and the pecan sauce was interesting to pair with it. The portion size was small though - cut up into 7 pieces. NOLA Jambalaya for 2: This had the largest portion size and helped to fill us up the most. Shrimp was not overcooked and there was enough sausages as well. A very decent entree. Beignets: comes in orders of 3 so we had to order 2. They come in bags of powdered sugar and freshly fried. It was a little denser than the ones I remember in NOLA but still good. Just pricey at almost $5 per beignet for the size.

Anessa O.

Yelp

Finally some food that comes CLOSE to authentic Nola cuisine ! First I will say that the ambiance is a vibe in its own right . Its beautiful, multi floor romantic vibe without a whole lot of cheep garlands made it a perfect date night for sure . Our waitress was extremely sweet, she even took our drinks off the bill because we didn't actually like them (lost 1 star tho because we didn't particularly enjoy the drinks) (For the record we frequent places like Raines Law for cocktails so it might just be our taste) Anywhoooo we get to ordering some food . Charbroiled oysters, gator bites - and the entrees. The oysters weren't bad. If you've never eaten one in Nola you would actually enjoy these- but it didn't do it for me . Those gator bites however were delicious ! I ordered the gumbo of course and to my surprise it didn't come with rice, instead it came w/ tato salad and it was yum ! I just didn't like the gristle from the chicken . He had fried catfish and the coleslaw was also delicious . BUT NOTHING TOPS THEIR DESSERT ! That bread pudding . How can I describe it besides saying it was TO DIE FOR ? It was amazing , I want to go back today just for that . Go there, and DONT SKIP DESSERT

Nadia A.

Yelp

I was alerted about alligator pear through OpenTable and how you were able to make reservations. As I am someone who loves New Orleans based food, I had to see what this place was about and if the food. Me and my best friend came on a Friday night, they say me down quickly and waitress attended to me as I waited for my friend to show up. I did not expect the restaurant to be as big as it was and we'll decorated. I love how chill and casual of the restaurant with elegance and people were dressed all differently considering the place. The food was well seasoned and portioned that we ended up taking our jambalayas home. I can't wait to come dine here again!

Niu-Niu N.

Yelp

Alligator Pear has received a lot of attention since its opening for its grand space, happy hour cocktails, and New Orleans fare. I was able to stop by on a weekday with a party of 5 for dinner, that also coincided with happy hour. At 6:30pm, the space was already packed, with a majority around the bar space. I must say that it was quite rowdy and loud. But towards the end of our meal, it cleared out a lot. Between 5 people, we ordered: alligator bites, fried chicken, gumbo, jambalaya, and Brussel sprouts. Overall, which I also think was a consensus, that the items were good, but just that. It was not outstanding, like other Southern food that we have had either around or outside of the city. I think in general, the items lacked a little bit of flavour and flair to really make you think twice about a bite or look forward to the next. There just wasn't the "comfort food" flavour that we were looking for and expecting and so were a little bit disappointed. Price was decent, for the dishes that we ordered as well as drinks. The service was also quite friendly.

Karly K.

Yelp

Wanted to love this place because New Orleans style food is to die for and the proximity to The Garden / Penn was ideal. Really nice atmosphere and welcoming hosts / bartenders. So many cocktails to choose from and well crafted, but expensive. The table service however was a bit slow. The dishes lacked flavor. I got the cornbread to start and blackened salmon for entree (as recommended by waitstaff). Cornbread was a thick, dry slab; salmon was a nice size + juicy, but zero spice or taste. Both needed a lil pizzazz added. Keeping an open mind to try other items here, but with so many great restaurants in the city... it's easy to skip. Perhaps happy hour is the wave?

Carrie L.

Yelp

we went with my family and this was our first time trying southern american cuisine and this will definitely not be the last! the nola style louisiana jambalaya is TO DIE FOR! the chicken and andouille gumbo was also good and pretty similar but definitely a bigger fan of the jambalaya :) for an appy the blue crab beignets were perfection

Lingxiao C.

Yelp

Hmm, I had had this place bookmarked for quite a while, solely for the blue crab beignets, and finally decided to give it a try, but that turned out to be a mistake as their winter menu is very different from their summer menu. The cheese-ball beignets were pretty disappointing - just fried cheese balls, nothing special. My pork chop schnitzel was pretty good! Southern portions, so very shareable. The vibe was also a lot different from what I had expected... I thought it would be on the classy/elegant side, but instead it was very casual and surprisingly loud. That said, our waiter was very lovely.

Elaine C.

Yelp

Service is great here, right off the bat. Friendly service. As for the food, we got the shrimp po bot, truffle mac and cheese and the cheesy beignets. I got a hot alcoholic drink with rum in it. Forgot the name but I know it was under the hot toddy on the menu. Did the job of keeping me warm and buzzed. Truffle mac and cheese was the star of the show. The shrimp in the po boy was seasoned well but I didn't care for the breading. The cheesy beignets were alright. Didn't care for them. Overall good food just that it was a bit salty I noticed.

Jonathan L.

Yelp

Hey alll! This is AllFunNewYork from Instagram! The new and hottest New Orleans inspired restaurant in NYC @alligatorpear by the talented @chefdom is amazing with Delicious food and cocktails! Beautifully decorated and vibrant atmosphere! We had an amazing time! Great service! Everyone was super friendly and welcoming! What we ate: DRY AGED BONE-IN NEW YORK STRIP: Red Wine Beef Mushroom Reduction, Fresh Thyme & Rosemary, Lemon - We Tried it Blackened! - perfect & delicious CHAR-BROILED OYSTERS Topped with Garlic Butter & Melted Cheese - amazing SPICY SAUSAGE & POTATOES Louisiana red devil sausage, creamed potato sauce, golden raisin relish and flowering broccoli - tasty The Cocktails we had: SAZERAC - THE CREOLE Bourbon, Dark Rum, Sugar, Peychaud's & Angostura Bitters PINEAPPLE ESPRESS Pineapple Rum, Calvados, Pineapple Juice, Lime Juice, Demerara Syrup VOODOO HURRICANE Bourbon, Grand Marnier, Orange Juice, Passion Fruit Purée, Orange Sherbet LEAVEAU'S ELIXIR Purple Vodka, Lemon Juice, Grapefruit Sherbet, Grapefruit Soda The cocktail menu is extensive! So we must come back and try a few more ;)

Bryant L.

Yelp

Very lively and aesthetic dining setting for a weekend dinner between friends. We were seated at the second level balcony level with a great view to the bar and open area below. Our waiter was very attentive and knowledgeable. His recommendations were very much welcomed and became the highlight of our dining experience. For two, we ordered two appetizers, the duck wings and the alligator sausage each were equally flavorful. Our entree included a bistro burger with plentiful sweet potato fries on the side and a perfectly sautéed blackened salmon with the softest side of crab meat. Highly recommended as the ambiance, decor and food elevated a simple weekend dinner for two.

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