House 157 Restaurant & Bar

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   Jacqueline

   Atlantic City

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   This was a repeat visit, and once again, the food was delicious.
   

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   Janine

   VIP

   Philadelphia

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Valentines to remember . It was perfect from food to service to ambience
   

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   Kimmarah

   New Jersey

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   My dining experience was 10/10. I initially don’t even want to go out for V-day because I was not in the mood to deal with long lines and crowds. However. I was told a reservation was made and I would not have to wait, we traveled an hour to the location, pulled up to Valet parking… ready and friendly service. We walked in and was kindly greeted by the host, she was polite and knowledgeable of the menu. She checked us in and with no waiting we were seated, initially I was a little nervous about the seating arrangement (we sat on high tops at the bar) however, I told my fiancé… it’s really the best seat in the house. My waitress came over at a punctual timing, informed us again about the menu, took our drink orders and shared some water for us. The remainder of the evening was magical.. we had crab cakes and beef kabobs for appetizers, shrimp pasta and short rib for entree and churro and square bite (phenomenal if you are lactose, I am!!) for dessert. The blessed us with complimentary champagne upon sitting down(this was a package deal with the V-day menu) it was very good( I was afraid it was going to be cheap and bitter… far from) the drink were top tier, I loved that the waitress has a chance to taste the food and drinks prior to that night so that she could give her opinion on recommendations. This was such a help when making decisions on the drinks.. ( That Dusse HIT!!) ohhhhh, before I forget the music selection and then the live DJ… AMAZING!!! I have never been to this restaurant on a regular night however, I look forward to going there for a regular date night, it really impressed me.
   

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   Amirah

   New York City

   2 reviews

   4.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   It was a busy night, so the service wasn't great as our waiter had multiple tables. We had to get up a few times to get his attention. I don't know if that is an excuse but that's what we were told.... We order multiple appetizers calamari, Asian wings, crab cakes, coconut shrimp and chicken empanadas. The crab cakes were okay, but I had to send them back because they were cold. Calamari was delicious, empanadas were okay (I had better) and the wings were mediocre. I don't like coconuts, so I didn't try them. My drink was very good I had the D'usse side car (it took 20 minutes to get but it was good). Everyone enjoyed their drinks. My entree I had the oxtails (they were tasty but tough) they need to let them cook slower for longer to get tender. That Red Snapper was fire (I highly recommend)! I do recommend it. Lamb chops were good, but the Salmon was bland and a bit on the dry side. The energy in the room was amazing (a DJ was present) I am not sure if the DJ is there often. Overall had a great time, but I wish I had better service! Oh, to top it off the gratuity is included and starts at 18% but he wasn't worth that!
   

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   Sharon

   New York City

   18 reviews

   3.0

   18 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   I’ve been to House 157 at least three times and have always had a good experience this time around my experience was not so good. They now have an endless brunch menu for 29.99 which is a good thing if the waiter comes back around in a timely manner which he didn’t. You can’t really take advantage of an all you can eat menu if the waiter comes by your table every half an hour… and your reservation is at 1:30 and the the brunch ends at 3. I will say the manager is very nice and accommodating. I explained the issues to him and he offered a free entree which we didn’t take but shots for the table… winning Move. I would go back different waiter.
   

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   Dwayne

   New York City

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 8 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food is always great everytime we have been. I tried the Rasta pasta w/salmon. Sooooo Tasty. The fried snapper was chef’s kiss. My wife and I love House 157
   

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   Constance

   Atlanta

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on 2 February 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   The food and service were amazing, and the ambiance was great. However, the experience at the door could have been better. The young lady who greeted us could have communicated the 90-minute dining limit in a more courteous way. I understand they were busy, and in our case, it wasn’t an issue since we had a flight to catch. However, a more welcoming approach would enhance the overall experience for guests.
   

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   Ashley

   VIP

   New York City

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on 2 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Had a Galentines dinner and it was great! Our server Dennis was attentive and charismatic, the DJ played a nice blend of R&B throwbacks, Hip Hop, Afrobeats, and Reggae, our food was hot & flavorful, and our drinks had us feeling good. We were pulled to the side to take individual photos with their photographer and the manager took behind the scenes videos of us while taking the photos. I was happy and most importantly my girls were happy. Will definitely recommend and return!
   

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   gerard

   New York City

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on 1 February 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 2

   The food was good I guess that’s what counts. Very loud, not a fan of club music while dining. Waiter was informative and efficientt.
   

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    sharree

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    House 157 is Always a nice vibe good food and good energy.
    

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