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Adorable three floored, revamped carriage house in Gramercy! Classic interior; floor to ceiling windows; great service; and two must try plates off the menu.  

The very first time I stumbled upon The House was last year for my birthday dinner celebration. My friend tried to surprise me with the restaurant, EXCEPT we got lost for a brief 5-10mins looking for it! (Thanks G).  More recently, I went back for another birthday dinner (Thanks B&J).  

I have a natural tendency to order mac & cheese everywhere and anywhere that offers it on the menu. The House has the top best high-class mac & cheese. Sometimes classic is good, but sometimes luxurious is better! The House’s mac & cheese is quite special. It’s not truffle oil (common in most restaurants) BUT it’s WHOLE TRUFFLE pieces. Disgustingly sick! -in a good way, of course. It’s so unique from ordinary mac & cheese that the menu labels it in quotes. “Mac & Cheese”. If I were you, I’d run out to get some…NOW. Okay, maybe going now is a bit unreasonable, but ASAP. If there is any value to add today to my readers, this would be it.  

“Mac & Cheese” - summer truffles, asiago, farmstead cheddar.

While you’re at it, the next best thing to try is the Duck three Ways. Confit, smoked, and foie mousse.  

Duck 3 Ways- the foie is my favorite out of the 3.

Other dishes worth noting: 

Seared Diver Sea Scallops - sweet pea puree, hazelnut sherry glaze

NY Strip Loin Sandwich- toasted flat bread. carmelized onions, smoked aioli, fingerlings

Deviled Eggs was once categorized as simple foods that I would never order if it was available on any restaurants’ menu. Over the past years, as I find new and fun companions who enjoy food hopping with me, I’ve come to terms with the “deviled egg”.  It’s SO SO SO gosh darn good! It seems simple, but once it hits your palate, it is a party in your mouth. I’ve become a fan! The House offers Deviled Egg Tasting on their appetizer menu and it’s perfect for people who like variety. All of these below are great - my favorite is caviar and creme fraiche. (How typical huh?!!?)  

Cavier and Creme fraiche

Jalapeno

Bacon and Eggs

Lobster

Everything you order is pleasantly displayed, tastes great, and what more can you ask for when it’s a cool vibing place. BUT THE MAC & CHEESE ALONE, IS A GOOD ENOUGH REASON TO GO!

The House
121 East 17th Street
New York, NY 10003 
(212) 353-2121