Perry St or Blue Hill or Union Square Cafe

[eloisepaul]

We're in NYC for only 2 nights this trip and are trying to branch out from our favorite, union square cafe. Does anyone recommend either Perry Street or Blue Hill , or should we stick w/ USC?

[ejpnyc]

Loved Blue Hill- food, service, and atmosphere all outstanding. I'd say a bit more cozy and warm than USC, which I also like very much. Haven't been to Perry St.

[David W]

I see from your profile that we share a favorite restaurant-Tallent. You definitely want to try Blue Hill-the ultimate in local sourcing, as they have their own farm.
I like USC and Perry St, but neither matches Blue Hill.
I think Perry St is a great lunch spot (as aesis pointed out)-the light in the room is great and you are in a great neighborhood for walking (cross the street for a waterfront walk.)

[clembeauchamp]

One more vote for Blue Hill. I'm a big fan of Perry Street but it loses out to Blue Hill any day.

[budlit]

Blue Hill, although I like USC a lot, Blue Hill is really special

[Lau]

Blue Hill very easy choice

here's my review:
http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/612122

[misnatalie]

I've only been to Blue Hill and USC but I's say Blue Hill hands down

[smartpalate77]

I had a terrific dinner at Blue Hill recently.

Wonderful local and seasonal menu, and the front-of-house team could not have been nicer or more accommodating. We were a table of 5; 2 of us had the farmer's feast (4-course pre fixe for $75), and the others ordered a la carte.

We were there for almost 3 hours, didn't feel rushed at all. The dining room was full but yet still serene. Lovely series of amuse bouche: little farm fresh vegies, veg salts with bread and butter (and lard), mini beet burgers. Yum. Food was great - especially loved this morning's farm egg.

Don't miss the chocolate bread pudding - we're still talking about it!

[aesis]

Perry St is one of my favorite lunch spots - $24 for an appetizer, entree and dessert in a really pretty, calm setting.

www.nycrumbs.com

[Jorel]

If my choices are those three, I pick Blue Hill. Hands down. In the same price range, in addition to Blue Hill, which I think is excellent, I would add:

Eleven Madison Park
Babbo
Le Bernadin