Outdoor seating
Yes
The Black Whale in Bronx
Categories
Location on the map
Bronx, Bronx County, New York, US
Service options
Takeaway
Yes
Dine-in
Yes
Delivery
No
Health and safety
Mask required
Yes
Staff required to disinfect surfaces between visits
Yes
Highlights
Great coffee
Yes
Great dessert
Yes
Great tea selection
Yes
Popular for
Breakfast
Yes
Lunch
Yes
Dinner
Yes
Solo dining
Yes
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Yes
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Yes
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Yes
Offerings
Alcohol
Yes
Beer
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Coffee
Yes
Comfort food
Yes
Healthy options
Yes
Quick bite
Yes
Small plates
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Vegetarian options
Yes
Wine
Yes
Dining options
Breakfast
Yes
Lunch
Yes
Dinner
Yes
Dessert
Yes
Seating
Yes
Amenities
Bar on site
Yes
Good for kids
Yes
High chairs
Yes
Toilets
Yes
Atmosphere
Casual
Yes
Cosy
Yes
Historic
Yes
Romantic
Yes
Crowd
Family friendly
Yes
Groups
Yes
Tourists
Yes
Planning
Dinner reservations recommended
Yes
Accepts reservations
Yes
Phone: +1 718-885-3657
Site: http://www.theblackwhalefb.wix.c...
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Opening hours
- Monday:Closed
- Tuesday:Closed
- Wednesday:4–9:45PM
- Thursday:4–9:45PM
- Friday:4–9:45PM
- Saturday:4–9:45PM
- Sunday:4–8:30PM
Comments (199)
Really cute restaurant with a nautical theme. Service was great too. The food was just ok, could’ve been better. I would go back for the ambiance.
Excellent food and service! Both the Waitress and Waiter were super nice and did a Great job in making me and my girlfriend feel welcomed. Love the environment too! Definitely recommend for a Date or even to go solo for some food. Got the Meatloaf and it was amazing, definitely will order again. And my girlfriend ordered the Chicken Penne Allá Vodka and she said it was Great! Loved it in every way! Will go again soon!
This place is awesome. So accommodating. Luna (our server) was out of this world. If shes not the owner she needs to be a partner at least. I gave 4 stars only because Id love to see more vegan/vegetarian/plant-based options. Even still this place is magical an Ill definitely return. Has me seriously considering moving to City Island.
All is i have to say about this place is AMAZING!!! get to this island and dine here every single thing on the menu is off the charts!!! service kicks it as well!!!
The restaurant is aesthetically pleasing & adorable outside. The food is mediocre at best.
Great garden with vibe like the Court of the Two Sisters in New Orleans. All sorts of odd objects, different trees, lots of shade.
I love this place. The grilled chicken penne all’s vodka is so creamy! My other favorite dish is the Grilled Chicken Croissant with melted bite cheese over sliced Granny Smith apple with a side of French fries. Dig in!
Nice atmosphere. Friendly staff. Food was delicious.
Havent visited in years, actually decades, however this has always been a traditional place on the Island.As I remember, the cuisine was always exceptional. I do believe, that they have maintained their premier excellence of deliciousness.Perhaps, because would always visit, with friends, after sailing around the island on our boats, (mine christened the Deep Blue Princess), searching for the great Whale.Ages ago, all long gone, down to Davey Jones Locker, both boats and friends.We were enormously ravenous for a hearty feast, after a long hard day on the water, matey. And this place always delivered the hidden treasure.Postscript : Anyways as the old marnier saying goes, The second best day of your life is when you buy your first boat.But the absolutely best day, is when you sell her. 💙💜💙 Cheers Matey 🍺⚔
Pistachio Crusted Halibut with Mustard Sauce was exceptional.
Always a fantastic place to dine in! Each year we make it a point to go, at least once for our anniversary. This year did not disappoint at all, in fact, exceeded my previous experiences. We had the special of the night: porterhouse steak and broiled tilapia with peach, new fav Ciderboys drink, and they made our night extra special for our ten year anniversary by providing us with a candle lit creme brulee with raspberry sauce. Service was impeccable, and Maurice was lovely to chat with and Ariane was very attentive. Thank you all for making our night extra special!!
Just stopped in for dessert, the back garden is delightful filled with fragrant flowers and interesting antiques. Good food, good drinks, good staff = 5 *
Celebrated our Cardinal Spellman High School grad with family and friends today. Thank you Liz and Maurice for the red carpet treatment!
I loved the food, the staff was great! Very understanding and accommodating.
Okay this restaurant is aesthetically pleasing and entertaining with nick and nacks throughout the entire restaurant. The wait staff is another story. They seemed to be in a time warp of sorts.. coming to check on my table in 20 minutes interval. It was difficult to enjoy the experience when as soon you look up your waiter is gone for another 20 minutes. Food is okay. Nothing to write home about. Although the chickpea/olive and toasted bread they serve on the house while you wait for your order is divine.
One of the absolute best restaurants Ive ever been to, and Ive been to Michelin star restaurants. How this place lacks one I do not know. Fantastic food, excellent wait times, quick service, and in the days of COVID, good safety procedures. Only complaint is I dont live right nextdoor to it.
What a lovely place!❤️❤️❤️,Awesome decoration,Romantic,Delicious food,Warm and outstanding service,cannot wait to go back,Thanks.
Friendly, prompt serviceFresh, passionately crafted foodTransporting, nostalgic atmosphere with soothing music
Wait staff weird.Pasta seafood dish was very good.Backyard is like a junkyard!Good meal, pricey....weird staff.Id return though!Took info before entering, name, phone, took temperature.....
I live in Florida and contacted The Black Whale Restaurant about getting a gift card for a friend of mine who was getting married and lives near there. I want to give a big thank you to Meg, Calliope, and anyone else involved in doing this for me. I truly appreciate it.
Took some friends for the Sunday brunch on City Island in the Bronx, which was absolutely delightful. Reasonably priced the buffet pretty much had more than I had hoped for. If it wasnt there, theyd make it for you. Everything was cooked perfectly. The staff is just as nice as could be and the atmosphere is kind of bohemian, antique-like. Street parking was easy. In the nice weather you can dine in their outside garden. Its really a very nice experience.
The appetizers were amazing (Clam chowder and shrimp potstickers). Dessert was also amazing (Id recommend the brownie Sunday). The service is awesome, everyone was friendly. They made us wait 20 minutes although the back was empty (and sat people who came in after us at the same time).The food was mediocre at best, the drinks were watered down. My salmon was raw (still cold and pink in the middle) so they comped my watery drink. I wouldnt go back if it were free.
Ive been coming to Black Whale for years and always recommend it. The food is amazing, service is exceptional. Its a great date spot, especially when its warm out and the outdoor area is open. I recently visited with a group of family and friends, commemorating my mothers life. I expected a few people to show up, which is what I told the staff at opening. However, over 40 friends and family showed up and the staff didnt miss a beat. Service was great and the food was Ive come to expect. The best Mussels! Thank you again to the amazing staff, truly made it special.
The place is an absolute gem. In the middle of all these seafood restaurants, we have the black whale with such a diverse menu. The service is great. The food is better!
Fantastic place. The best place to dine on City Island.
Used to come here many, many years ago when it just served Ice Cream. Beautiful place, great food!!!
Always a pleasant atmosphere in the back yard. Satisfying food at a good price. A welcome respite from the hectic seafood restaurants of City Island.
Friendly bunch with classic taste. I went to The Whale with family members who live on City Island, so the staff actually are friends. That could explain some of the friendliness that received.I had the cream of mushroom soup and it was packed with finely chopped mushrooms. The dish certainly seems homemade. Next, I had the brisket and cheese sandwich, which also had caramelized onions. The thick cut Texas toast finished off. The sandwich was moist and packed with flavor. The fries were cooked to perfection. Ultimately, a solid meal. I would have liked to see more veggies on the menu. My friend had the Artists Dinner, which had white beans and spinach, but after that youre looking at salad or a veggie burger.
Love this place, from the minute youre in youll feel as if you walked in Grandmas house. The outdoor sitting is just as cute, and homey. I love the shrimp penne vodka. Service was great! One of my favorite restaurant in City Island.
Cozy dining room with eclectic, old-fashioned decor. Great food for vegetarians and carnivores alike. Crab cakes and wild mushroom ravioli were hits with us.
Cozy and relaxing patio setting.The big problem: the wait staff is not on top of their game. The waiter was more interested in putting the chair cushions away for the night than getting our ice cream order correct. When the sundae arrived it was sparse and lacked the toppings that we ordered.The waiter gave us an excuse INSTEAD of an apology that they were closing, and ours was the last order. ...However, there were still several customers on the patio at.. 10:00.I always liked The Black Whale in my 58 years on this earth. I traveled from Yonkers just to be disappointed.Customers first...cushions second...after ALL the customers leave.Attention to detail and people will keep coming back.
Sunday Brunch. Cool place. Delightful outdoor patio- garden seating with a collection of nautical artifacts scattered about. The hot and cold brunch buffet had much to offer along with a waffle and omelet station in the garden. Staff very courteous and service very efficient. Will return.
It is a very unique restaurant. They have antiques on the wall. The back yard outside patio is beautiful. Especially when it starts getting dark, they put small tables candles and they have lights drapped across the back. The canopy from the tree in the back of beautiful. The food is amazing.the menu has a good variety to choose from
Very quaint dining experience set in a WW2 maritime motif. Dont expect the regular City Island fare of broiled lobster or king crab legs. This menu is tailored for a more exquisite palette with a great selection of pasta, fish, and meats. My wife and I shared an oyster appetizer that was stuffed with crab meat that was delicious. Her main entree was shrimp scampi and rice and I had a rack of lamb. Both were perfectly balanced with their sides and portions.
The Cŕeam of Mushroom soup is excellent!! Overall, the food was very good: barbequed ribs w/ broccoli and mashed potatoes was very good.The atmosphere and people were so friendly and welcoming Just as it was back in the early days of this little restaurant AND OURrelationship, 1968!!!So our little reunion with the Black Whale was a sweet moment in time!!!!! ( Well be married 50 years shortly ! )Though we stopped on the spur of the moment, the host made sure my birthday was celebrated with a wonderful and huge slice of chocolate fudge cake with lovely strawberry and. Whipped cream garnish !Thank you Black Whale for a lovely interlude !
Going early (around 530pm) we were able to find plenty of parking and had the restaurant practically to ourselves. The waitress was quite attentive and had a friendly demeanor. The food was delicious and the portions were just right. There were so many delicious options to choose from though if youre vegan, I wouldnt recommend this because there are limited choices - evem the lentil soup is made with bacon.I would def return.
I use to come here with my friends in the 1960s....left NYC in 1983 and am planning on coming home. Looking forward to visiting again. Wonderful coffee and pastries....crab cakes..yum. I am basically pescatorian now.
Good spot. Even today - despite the heat - the outdoor dining was comfortable and the garden is lovely. Always good food. Very fine shrimp, tender chicken. Pleasant service.
One of the best restaurants on City Island! American food with a twist. Their Sunday brunch is so good! Fresh omelettes. Their dinner is also so good!
Love this place. They never disappoint me. I had the rigatoni w/ shrimp, and creme brulee. The watermelon martini was huge..I am very happy to celebrate my birthday there this evening. Thank you my family & the Black Whale family
Delicious buffet style brunch with staples like scrambled eggs and pancakes, hash and such, as well as eggs benedict, bread pudding, and omelets and belgian waffles made to order. Friendly staff and small cozy atmosphere.
The Black Whale is where the Islanders (Clamdiggers) go to eat and celebrate life events. The food is always excellent and they never try to rush anyone out the door. The owner really cares that every customer has a quality dining experience. In warmer weather patrons enjoy the outdoor patio, the perfect spot for a romantic date night. Sunday morning brunch is another feather in their cap, you can have an omelette or waffle made to order from the lavish home style buffet! What a great spot with charm galore.
Really good food, awesome garden and great service, the waitress was so kind. I ordered a potato soup with spinach, chicken fajita and brownies with vanilla ice cream, everything was delicious and big, we had to share. Definitely a place to come back!
Ive been going to the Black whale since I was very young. It is my all-time favorite place to be. The backyard is like a Zen garden in the summertime with bamboo trees and the serene ambience. The food is always well prepared and served with a smile. Great prices, great food, great atmosphere, great service. What more could you ask for. ❤️
Love the Black Whale. A favorite for both locals and visitors. Food is good, The Owners and The Staff have been there a long time. I recommend this to Clients as a Real Estate Broker and a City Island Resident as well. Love the atmosphere.Maureen and Bill Hraska
As close-knit and intimate as local dining on City Island gets. Atmosphere is whimsical and envelops the senses the moment you walk through the door. Near-magical garden seating out back under the sky is both roomy and refreshing (minus the mosquitos!), and the staff is always ready to help with a smile. Food is always fantastic, with the occasional special that blows me away (Ahi-crusted Tuna Steak
A quaint restaurant in the middle of city island with a patio that makes for enjoyable dining adventure. Dont forget to order dessert from there large dessert menu.
I made reservations on Tuesday for a party of eight for a Saturday night reservation which was then followed by a confirmation phone call by the restaurant on Saturday. I confirmed for party of eight. Once my party and I arrived on time for our reservation, I informed the hostess our party was no longer going to be for eight due to members of our party being sick and were not going to be able to make it (this would have allowed you to seat another party of 2 or 3 and keep a table for 5). The hostess handed a buzzer to me. FORTY minutes later we still were NOT seated at our table NOR been notified at the time of being given the buzzer because we were a party of less then six people we would be placed back on a waiting time. I made a reservation well in advance and would have appreciated being aware of a wait time. My party and I were treated like we were just a walk in with no reservations. Why make a reservation? The food was good but way overpriced.....I think in the future I will choose to make a reservation at a different local restaurant that will appreciate my business. I must say the waitress did a WONDERFUL job and was not her fault for the lack of communication.
One of our most favorite restaurants on City Island! Great lunch and dinner options - indoors or outdoors in the summer - and a fantastic Sunday brunch!Do yourself a favor and check it out - its worth the trip - like a vacation dinner right in NYC!
The Black Whale has a delicious selection of appetizers, entrees and desserts. I took my girlfriend out for dinner here and we had mussels and the soup of the day for appetizer, and cod and tilapia for main entree. The food was very good. Moreover, the sour dough bread and stout beer selection was satisfactory too. Above all, our server Natasha was attentive to our concerns and made us fee very welcome. Thank you Black Whale.
Great food and friendly restaurant! Try the salmon is fresh and so delicious. Enjoyed all the appetizers too!!Skip the key lime pie though its not smooth enough.
I was just recently there for my birthday it was different than what I had expected. I havent been there in many years but the food was good and the atmosphere was nice service was a little bit less then good because we really had to wait a long time for our food. But once the food came it was quite delicious
I’ve never had a bad meal here. Friendly staff, great food. A City Island landmark for good reason. Was told to let everyone know about their brisket and grilled cheese (fontina) sandwich. Delectable!
Eating at Black Whale feels like eating in someones living room. The place is nicely decorated in the nautical theme, but feels cozy and homey thanks to friendly staff. The food and brunch buffet is delicious and features a great selection of American foods and made to order omelettes among other things.
Very nice place on City Island to eat, this place is a hidden gem the staff is extremely helpful and attentive, the food is always great and the prices are very reasonable. Been there a few times, never had a bad meal or bad service. Check this place out. Always have nice specials too.
Yesterday was the first time we visited this good restaurant. But It is absolutely not the last time. We had great time with the good service, with the exceptional cuisine and booze and with the decent charge. We will no doubt go back there again.
A nice little-known hideaway in the city for a Sunday brunch... with my significant other P 😘... romantic atmosphere and the food selection is just right, nothing crazy if your one of those gotta get my moneys worth types. Dine on the patio if the weather permits or enjoy the turn of the 19th century furnishings inside. A pleasant staff and family run, no rush atmosphere our favorite quaint little Sunday getway!
Amazing, cozy and reasonably priced. I loved the service as well. Highly recommend it!
Went for Brunch on Sunday. Good selection of food and drink. Clean. We sat outdoor room. I was there Tuesday but the restaurant was not open for business until dinner time and I was there earlier. Im sorry I missed the food is excellent
Always a fantastic place to dine in! Each year we make it a point to go, at least once for our anniversary. This year did not disappoint at all, in fact, exceeded my previous experiences. We had the special of the night: porterhouse steak and broiled tilapia with peach, new fav Ciderboys drink, and they made our night extra special for our ten year anniversary by providing a candle lit creme brulee with raspberry sauce. Service was impeccable, and Maurice was lovely to chat with and Ariane was very attentive. Thank you all for making our night extra special!!
The Black Whale is a City Island institution. Once it was a destination for just coffee and desserts. Now they have a full menu and each dish is prepared with a flair. When Im on the Island I wouldnt leave without having one of their tasty coffee concoctions while sitting in their open air patio. If you ever are struggling to relax, sit on their patio and feel the stress melt away.
They sunday brunch buffet is amazing, in the summer they have an outdoor seating, you can order a special made omelette, and they have nice selection of dessert. The stuff is nice, the place is welcoming.
Its almost like your eating in someones backyard with all that patio furniture. This is a nice place for an outdoor three course meal.The food is consistently good and the atmosphere is homely.After dinner, take a walk to Lickety Split for dessert, just down the street!
Although they were a little casual about their opening time, the service was great and the food was delish!
City Island locals love The Black Whale! Excellent food with a smile grinning from ear to ear. Ask for Eliza or Maurice to give you friendly service. Dont forget to say hi to Calli the owner!!
We were trying to go here for quite some time. Got we finally made it. The staff was very welcoming, super attentive and friendly. The food was quite good. The atmosphere was exactly as expected.
One of my favorite places in the world this is what you call Nautical very friendly they care for the client ,great food if you request a drink and they dont have it, they will make it for you anyway its a place that they will never say to you no, is always a yes and they dont have it they will make it to please you and to make you feel like family very clean organized professional thats what you call a real restaurant all kind of food around the world you name it its one of my favorite places I highly recommended for you and your family it will make you feel like home so if you think you coming back ,do so because its the best place to enjoy in or outdoor relaxation enjoying your meal and being family.The owner and the staff are highly professional people who knows how to treat costumers the quality of the food is 200% over a hundred exquisite the place is always very clean like the way you have your home I highly recommend the black whale to any person whose very hungry or family activities or business to have a good time good music good food and good enjoyment. As far as recommend thousands of people and if feedback is outstanding they will be back for family events business events and even romantic evenings .God bless the black whale . Keep it up. My brother Justin and I really really enjoy eating here also with our parents for any event.
From our very kind waiter and exceptional well-rounded service to food you can not discover anywhere else in Los Angeles County, APL is that hot, brand-new steakhouse that everybody need to examine out. Our primary course was the brief rib meal, which is costly at $180, however satisfied its buzz, being prepared completely and going completely with the pickle salad that comes with it. The APL sauce is a should for the brief rib.Like I stated, as a household we were really hesitant initially and unwilling to make this booking, however we were so thankful we did and eagerly anticipate returning quickly. 110-day aged steak, youre next!
Good menu but my entree was blah. The orrechetti with shrimp and mozzarella was cold because the chef put in cold mozzarella balls into the dish. Duh! It made the broth and everything COLD!
Our very favorite place to go each time we are in NYC! The delightful meals never disappoint. The service is always friendly and inviting!
I loved it! Brought my family here for my moms birthday... staff is friendly. Food is good; menu has a variety of items, seafood and non-seafood.
Great old time feel in this throw back restaurant. Very good, appetizers, meals and desserts.
Some of the items on the menu were not available, omelettes, corn beef hash and not notified until we were there. No none pork items, eggs too runny. Not impressed at all. Will not be going back for buffet brunch and would not recommend it.
Black Whale is an awesome City Island Restaurant! Interesting collection of lamps, boat parts and old steel technology. And great food! Italian salad with chicken.
Great atmosphere and generous portions. Courteous and an attentive staff. This was the place of our first date 39 years ago and we had a great time. We hope they are already set for our 40th!
I can almost definitively say that do not skip this. Its a great restaurant. We had such a good time.
Nice decor, nice staff and great food. The chef cooked the fish and shrimp perfectly. I will Definately go there again.
Ive been going to the Black Whale, with my husband, since 1979......Since itreopened after a 15 year closing, the menu has increased with dinners, and is better than ever!
If you like pasta made many different ways and nice wine and cozy outside sitting among the beautiful gardens and oak trees through out dining area this is for you but no parking lot but park and walk city island Ave is a charm towalk through.
The menu, the food quality, the service, the prices and the location are all outstanding. one of my favorite places to eat on city island (where i live)
Great ambiance and food. Lovely staff and seating arrangements.
This is one of those places you either like or theres something wrong with you. Ive been coming here for many years. The food is great, the service is friendly, the prices are great.
Charming. Beautiful, private patio in the back. We just had appetizers (buffalo wings a bit too spicy for me!) but excellent service.
Great staff, outdoor patio is funky and cozy. Food is fantastic.
Food always good and service very friendly. Shout out to Maurice.
Hadnt been here in years. Better than ever. Food and service were great. Reasonable prices. Love City Island.
For a true City Island experience, this is the place. Great menu, great desserts. Outside seating weather permitting. Love it.
Nice cozy restaurant with great food and amazing desserts. Went for hot fudge fondue and a big pot of hot chocolate. It was a great time and everything was delicious
Charming restaurant, great food and wonderful outdoor dining. Wait staff were attentive and friendly.
Food is good. I found the restaurant too warm when we were there. Chairs are hard wood with no padding.
Came in for their usually fine menu. They informed us that they noe were serving a Sunday brunch buffet. We went to look it over and it was extremely unappetizing.
Quaint lil place. I enjoyed it very much. staff was very nice and food was good. Gotta try the brisket next time.
Small portions, but nice atmosphere and customer service. Prices are mid to high range. A family or three cost about $120 to $150
After sharing a meal here with my girlfriend, we realized this would be become a must go-to-place on a monthly basis. Food is excellent. Service good. Price is fair.
Food was amazing. If I wasnt told about this place I would have passed it up. I now no where to go in City Island. No wait and quick service.
Decent food but a bit pricy, $300+ for a dinner for 3
I was looking forward to the City Island experience. Simply delicious. Crab. Cakes were great as well was the Penne vodka. Must go!!!
Interesting artifacts with friendly staff. I had an ice cream Sunday with was typical.
Very nice place with a Cozy atmosphere. The staff was very friendly. I totally recommend it for a quiet dinner.
This is a great place for brunch at an affordable price. I really liked their eggs benedict as well as their sausage.
Excellent service, awesome food and a beautiful ambiance. My wife and I will return. I recommend the NY Sirloin.
Amazing!! Delicious!! Perfection!! And any other word that describes Great!!!
The food, the service and the ambiance is always excellent. Come here once and itll quickly be one of your favorites.
Quaint restaurant, enjoy the ambiance and service. Delicious food, reasonably priced. Outdoor patio on warmer days
Great patio and perfect weather. Very pleasant service and just a nice atmosphere. Great in winter too btw!
Best restaurant around. Whenever Im in area I have to eat there. Amazing and unique menu.
Feels like home. Great food and wonderful service. One of my favorite anniversary spots.
First time for Sunday brunch, which I dont care to repeat. Overpriced food, rushed service. As soon as I placed my fork on the plate, the plate was removed without asking.
Inexpensive local American food. Lovely in the summer on the back patio. A real staple in the neighborhood and consistently decent food at the right price.
As far as Im concerned hes the best food on City Island or anywhere else the atmosphere is very relaxing and calming so if you had a bad day this is the place to come
Great place for a lovely fathers day brunch, the whole family enjoyed themselves!
Fantastic atmosphere, delicious food, and wonderful staff! Try the meatloaf, the Starving Artist, or one of the great fish specials.
The best on city island , no fried fast food here , outdoor garden also
Great food, somewhat slow service, very nice outdoor seating area
This is where us locals go for fantastic food...definitely not a typical City Island seafood restaurant. Cali...I love your place!!!
We really enjoyed our dinner with friends. Be sure to save room for the chocolate cake!
This is a must go place if you are on city island and are a vegetarian. One of my favorite bronx haunts, great food and excellent service.
I love going to the Black Whale with my family. This place has never disappointed me. The food is great and well prepared.
Great food great prices I love the environment here . One of the best on the island ;)
Food was superb the place is set up adorably and service was great!
Great outdoors seating ...brunch was ok ..gonna try dinner next ....
Great place always a good meal and friendly staff makes for a nice atmosphere
Really cool little restaurant on City Island. Very homey feel, interesting decor, and great food.
Great food with nice staff. Its a nice quite place to eat.
Great beat salad & tuna. Lovely staff. Vintage ambiance.
The best spot on the strip. The menu is vast and the dessert selection is a sugar rush!
Beautiful, Unique Atmosphere! Fabulous Food! Excellent Staff!
Tres Chic restaurants inviting atmosphere delicious food what more can we ask for oh yes the drinks way to go!!!!
Food was delicious!
Great food and service. Good date night or whatever celebration.!!!!
Nice place but service took almost 2hours to bring over our dinner and no hows everything going
Really friendly staff, homely setting, brunch buffet was great!
Another phenomenal experience, great food and awesome service. Never disappointed.
Great food and excellent atmosphere, perfect service (visited with kids)
The food and atmosphere is very relaxing and unique ....Love the penne a la vodka !
This place is great. Ill be there tomorrow morning for brunch with my wife and child.
The food always good. A charming summer dining patio.
Nice resteraunt. Been around for 100 years. Great for brunch
Very good food and service. Good prices. Very nice atmosphere.
A very quaint place if I may add cozy friendly earthy just a comfortable place to visit stop by and give your reviews Enjoy
Very nice place very good food which is a little different. Nice to eat in their garden
I love this place. They are very accommodating and the food is so yummy.
I love the Black Whale. They have by far one of the best brunches in the borough
Good food. The staff can be gruff. But overall good experience.
Great place to hang out and eat, food is great so is the service.
Delightful restaurant. Nice brunch. Quaint setting!
All buffet food fresh and hot. Service a little lacking today July 16th.
Nice restaurant on City island. Ambience is cool and the food is good
Great food.. inviting atmosphere.good prices.great staff
Just so so. High on decor but buffet brunch? Menu dated.
Super awesome dining experience. Great food!
Fun eclectic interior coupled with attentive service and well prepared entrees.
Staff is great and menu has plenty to offer
Cozy atmosphere, perfect for first dates, and most importantly good food.
Favorite spot in City Island. Everything is good here!
Food and drinks were good, service was okay.
Food is good. Classy. Louisiana kinda environment..
Just had dessert & coffee, everything was delicious!
Great service, I like the food and not expensive
Went for Sunday brunch. Not the biggest selection, but I would definitely come back for more!
Very nice and relaxing atmosphere, food is great
Great service, Great food and beautiful place!
I thought it was perfect cause my wife made it perfect. Great spot nonetheless.
Awesome brunch great price great staff
Great food with superior ambiance!
One of the most unique restaurants in City Island
Outdoor area is cluttered chic the food is delicious
Brunch buffet is the best deal!yummy food!
Excellent food, perfect atmosphere.
A great restaurant good food and great people who work there.
Brunch was great here. Friendly staff
Quiet and quaint. Love the personal service which maybe I shouldnt mention.
Expensive, food was cold, staff rude and the place was filthy!
Liked it but it was way too hot inside.
Good food good service. Good wait staff thanks Alex
I ate brunch there it was fantastic
The lemonchello sorbet is perfect!
Lovely place for lunch with a friend or dinner with your sweetie
Great food and service.
Cute and cozy but honestly highly overrated
Small, Quiet And Intimate! Lovely Atmosphere!
Lovely place and food was good.
Food and service is always amazing!
Excellent food fresh gre as t service
Great service and fantastic menu
Great services..great serves..nices places!
Good food: incredibly bad service.
Landmark place to get a bite to eat on City Island.
Been going here for 20 years. Love it.
Total reviews rating 4.6
199 Reviews for The Black Whale 2023:
Review №1
2022-04-23Ive been going to the Black Whale since the 1970s, and its always a joyous experience, from the charming antique-shop decor to the yummy food to the transcendent desserts. One of the best and most enduring spots in City Island, for good reason.
Review №2
2022-06-05Just celebrated my daughter’s 25th birthday at The Black Whale yesterday and had to write this review and let everyone know about this hidden gem on City Island. A small, quaint, quirky, magical, Alice in Wonderland like place that exceeded my expectations. Thanks to everyone at The Black Whale for making my daughter’s birthday a magical experience. I found out about this place by reading their reviews and they not only lived up to the many reviews I read; they knocked it out the park! From the moment I called to make an inquiry and spoke with the owners granddaughter Luna, I was sold! She was amazing from that first phone call to the very end of the night after we left the celebration feeling full and well satisfied. We celebrated in their courtyard out back under an eclectic covered patio, which was reminiscent of Alice in Wonderland! The evening was magical, the food fabulous and the staff amazing! Hat’s off to The Black Whale, their owner, hostess, wait staff, cooks and everyone who helped to make my daughter’s birthday a memorable one! Also a very special thank you to Luna, who is the Gem of The Black Whale. Please go check it out! They won’t disappoint!
Review №3
2022-06-14Cute ambiance restaurant. The daily soup Manhattan cod chowder was delicious. Lobster portion was huge! And we both loved the cheesecake.
Review №4
2022-04-03This place was so nice the food was very nice and Im glad we didnt walk to Crab Shanty!
Review №5
2022-03-20This Restaurant came highly recommended and it did not disappoint. I would recommend making a reservation because they are very busy. Are waitress Lisa was so good that my wife ordered a clam chowder to go.
Review №6
2019-12-22First time at this restaurant, service was amazing. The waitress was knowledge and very courteous! Her suggestions were spot on! Very cozy ambiance. My favorite dish was the shrimp pesto. Drinks were delish!Desserts spot on and cappuccino was perfect. Although this is not a steakhouse the NY strip was perfect, melted in your mouth! Will definitely frequent this restaurant.
Review №7
2022-04-304.5 STARSMuch like City Island itself This place doesnt need my approval or review. It has a dedicated local following of regulars who have been coming here for years. Atmosphere 11 out of 10. Service 5/5. Food 3.5-4/5.Incredibly comfy and warm heartfelt decor of tiffany lamps and nautical history in an 1850s building. The owners are obviously very engaged here and keep up the facilities very well.The service was exceptional. Large glasses of water brought instantly and refilled often. Friendly and gracious hostess/waitress. We were checked on just the right amount. Food came shockingly fast as well.The food was comfortable. It was quite good, but overall nothing special. I could nitpick the food if this were some extra manhattan upstart but its a nice place run by nice people and frankly the food is good enough for what this place is, an unsurpassably comfortable local institution in a nautical island community with a great community vibe. And the owners clearly know how to run a restaurant and take care of their guests.
Review №8
2018-08-30Great portions. ! Fish tacos super big, go hungry. They offer bread when you are seated so, dont order appetizers. Although the coconut shrimp and lobster ravioli were to die for.
Review №9
2022-01-23The mushroom ravioli is to die for and so it the shrimp roll my 2 favorites! I tried their duck with pomegranate special and was delicious, great ambiance, super unique place to be with so much charm! A hidden gem!
Review №10
2019-09-09City Island treasure. All you can eat brunch was well done. Food and service were very good. Eclectic patio with interesting antique / garage sale style. Cozy interior too.