The Black Whale

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For three star American, try Black Whale in Bronx. When you step inside the restaurant, you'll notice a romantic atmosphere.

User Reviews of The Black Whale

Yelp.com Review - by gary S.

3.0 of 5 stars. Great place. Good food. Walked in and immediatly noticed that it was kind of small, cozy but small. Quick service and very attentive to your needs. Food was good. Not the best I have tasted but good....
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Brendan P.

3.0 of 5 stars. Not the best food, but a charming spot if you are visiting City Island. Below is the breakdown of ratings:Soup/Salad:Caesar Salad 1Mixed Green Salad 1Clam Chowder 4Entree:Grilled Chicken Salad with...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Paul C.

4.0 of 5 stars. Wow, what a great restaurant! My wife and I decided to take a small trip to City Island tonight as we heard the weekend riff raff was at bay. I heard of the Black Whale and decided to give it a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Marilyn P.

4.0 of 5 stars. I first learned about The Black Whale thanks to Ashley C's review (scroll down a bit), it's short but to the point so I did some investigating. I checked out their website and made a mental note that...
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Mike M.

4.0 of 5 stars. A very nice little place right in the center City Island. We found it while perusing places to eat dinner before going to check out some friends that were playing at a nearby cafe. What was appealing...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Ashley C.

4.0 of 5 stars. Great service and awesome food. We barely saved room for dessert...but you have to! It's great!
yelp.com - user review - 12/21/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Peter K.

3.0 of 5 stars. As a Bronx resident, I've passed this place up many times thinking it was a pub with a cool name. After reading rave reviews, I decided to try the Sunday brunch.The Good: The decor of the restaurant...
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Katrina M.

4.0 of 5 stars. The only really bad aspects of The Black Whale are: 1. The small size of the place and, 2. On the street parking. The small size thing is relative, though. If you go there on a rainy evening with one...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Annie Y.

4.0 of 5 stars. Oh gosh, I just made it home alive from Sunday brunch at the Black Whale. I am stuffed beyond belief. It's all my fault. I didn't have to taste everything but it all looked good.Made to order...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2008
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Good food by Kelly S. at InsiderPages

A great pub atmosphere that offers seafood and burgers alike amid seafaring decorations right on the main strip of City Island, within walking distance to evrything, great chowder.
citysearch.com - user review - 03/16/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Lex A.

4.0 of 5 stars. It's the peak of summer, right before Labour Day and you want a beer, some appetizers and a place to eat outdoors. Well I hit the Black Whale based on these fabulous reviews. I've passed this place a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Krishna K.

4.0 of 5 stars. I'll admit that I'm not a local, but this is where I go to eat on City Island. The staff is terrific, the atmosphere is relaxed and casual, and the food is great. I've brought friends with very...
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Kathleen Y.

4.0 of 5 stars. I love the Black Whale. The place is small and quaint. I usually only get dessert from there- a great creme brulee and a glass of iced black currant tea. Awesome. My friend also got a gigantic...
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Ian R.

5.0 of 5 stars. I have to back everybody up on this one. Best brunch in the city. It's also not harmed by the charming location including a gorgeous backyard for some outdoor dining.
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Allison A.

4.0 of 5 stars. 4 Stars for the Sunday Brunch. The owner is the omelet man each week. Clean and very rustic. Great place!
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2007
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My favorite restaurant

I am never disappointed when I go to the Black Whale. The service is always great, the food is always delicious and the price is always right. They have an extensive menu, but i recommend the pork chops with...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/27/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Melissa C.

5.0 of 5 stars. "I am not a brunch person. Or so I thought.The brunch served every Sunday at the Black Whale is one the best eating experiences NYC has to offer. Bruch includes chaffing dishes full of the perfect...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Dave T.

4.0 of 5 stars. "Eat where the locals eat"--The City Island locals eat here.
yelp.com - user review - 02/09/2006
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Best casual place on C.I.

Pass by all those touristy seafood places that are packed on City Island. Go where the locals go -- to The Black Whale! If you want a less expensive meal, go to the City Isalnd Diner. If you want a fancier...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/13/2004
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TripAdvisor

known exclusively as a dessert cafe throught the 60s and 70s, the black whale is city island's secret.....
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Dine.com

ambiance is excellent. outdoor seating during warm weather...
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IgoUgo

the black whale is all charm. if the weather's nice, grab a seat in the brick-paved patio, decorated with caladium-filled birdbaths and an unlikely bust of jfk and a few headstones. very inviting...
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