Description:
Greek food is best when prepared simply with the freshest ingredients, especially fish, and Thalassa does a remarkable job of that. The variety of seafood is staggering: When I visited, the options included fresh langoustines from Scotland, pound-and-a-half shrimp from Mexico, and a number of oyster selections. For starters, the zucchini and eggplant chips were addictive, while the octopus, simply grilled with a red-wine vinaigrette, was as good as I've had west of Astoria (the Greek neighborhood in Queens). The main courses won't disappoint: Seafood Thalassina, a stew of shellfish including those aforementioned Gulf shrimp, was a standout, while the grilled branzino, simply prepared with a touch of olive oil and lemon, was exceptional. The knowledgeable sommelier can help you select a Greek wine from the restaurant's cellar, where a number of unusual and good Greek cheeses are also stored. The restaurant is large; tables are spaced well enough apart for intimacy, and service is attentive and pleasant.
- © Frommer's 2013
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User Reviews for Thalassa
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Beautiful decor tucked away in Tribeca
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Terrific seafood Mediterranean style. Attentive service, lovely ambiance, reasonably priced for the quality and originality of the menu offerings. Left for less than $200 for two with...
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- posted on 10.17.12
- by Scotton52
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Not what it seems.
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The amuse bouche was plunked in front of us with no identification...it turned out to be overfried and stuffed with mostly flour and called a "crab cake"! the octopus was...
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- posted on 09.28.12
- by Margo D
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Beautiful Decor, Great Food, Great Service
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The decor of this restaurant is stunning--very elegant and very sleek. We attended a wedding reception there and had a great experience. Even though the restaurant was cooking for...
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- posted on 09.26.12
- by Snidudad
Awards:
Frommer's
- Recommended 2009
- Recommended 2010
- Details
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Contact:
- visit website
- tel: 2129417661
- fax: +1 212 941 9557
Address:
- 179 Franklin Street
- Between Greenwich and Hudson Street
- New York, NY 10013
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Hours:
- Mo to Th from 06:00 PM to 11:00 PM,Fr to Sa from 06:00 PM to 12:00 AM
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