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this is what citysearch.com has to say

it was rated 9.0 btw

and its actually in midtown east.

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User Rating: Below Average

Two Words: Not Mexican Posted by cretian79 on 11/13/2004
The only thing Mexican about this restaurant was their use of cilantro. Although the ambience was very nice, this "trendy" Mexican restaurant simply tries too hard. The food was nothing to write home about. The entrees were unimaginative, unappetizing, overpriced, and, to say the least, American with a hint of Latin cuisine. The cornbread desert was warm and soggy. The $14 taco appetizer (one of the few Mexican dishes on the menu) was bland, small and overpriced. The tequila list may have been impressive, but the margaritas were weak and warm. Although the maitre'd catered to her patrons, the waiters were abrupt, obnoxious and generally unwelcoming. So if you are in the mood for Mexican, this is not the place for you. The food was bad, the service was worse, and the prices were outrageous for an establishment that pretends to be something that it is not.

Pros: ambiance
Cons: unappetizing, service


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User Rating: Highly Recommended

john and sue mitchell Posted by john mitchell on 11/09/2004
Our visit to New York was a great one...but the highlight was our first (we hope of many) to Pompano! A sheer delight. The food, service and ambience - all exceptional. But the halibut...wow!!
A great experience!!

Pros: food quality, service, ambience


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User Rating: Highly Recommended

WONDERFUL Posted by da14u on 11/01/2004
I was in NY for my 1st time in Sept. with my boyfriend. It was Friday Night and we decided that we wanted to eat Mexican food. The hotel that we were staying at recommened Pompano. WOW! We loved the food but the dessert was a delight. I believe it was called Nati's flan? I think I can't remember. The place for a Friay night was not packed. The balcony was pretty packed. I love this place and when I visit again I will be visiting again.



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User Rating: Highly Recommended

EXCELLENT! Posted by lacatarina on 07/15/2004
I wish I could express in a few sentences the marvelous experience I had at Pampano. The smoked swordfish just melted in my mouth, the ceviches are something I have never tasted before, but the best were the garlic shrimp. They are marinated in galic and oil juices and by the time you eat them you better use your fingers to lick them. The recipe uses shrimp with shell since they preserve the juice much better and it just made me remember my childhood at the beach in Acapulco... another fabulous dish for lunch is the enchiladas topped with fresh cheese. For dessert, the chocoflan... enough said.

Pros: parking available, bar available, terrace open


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User Rating: Below Average

wish i could say something good... Posted by funinnyc on 06/07/2004
i thought the service was decent (somewhat intrusive because there were too many people working) and the guacomole was AWESOME. The rest of the meal was overpriced for the type of food. Shrimp in sauce had tails still on that were hidden. Cheese on enchilladas wasnt melted. On the other hand, tequilla selection was fantastic. I think this place could be good if they concentrated on the food as much as the alcohol.

Pros: every tequilla, guacomole, outside seating
Cons: a bit overpriced


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User Rating: Recommended

Needs to Work out Some Kinks Posted by jenniebnyc on 09/15/2003
The space.. gorgeous. The menu inventive, but service was off. Waiter was a strange bird and when told we wanted to enjoy our dining experience and not be rushed through dinner, he assured us it takes 30 minutes to get entrees once food was ordered. Well, literally 7 minutes later we were being served dinner, with no apologies from the server who was too scared to come to our table. Never asked us how our meal was during or after we finished eating. It was not crowded at all, but enough people to make the place buzz. I spoke to the GM after the meal and we were treated to a glass of port and an assurance if we come back, it will not happen again. I hope the place survives, but this address could be cursed. Needs more lively music. There is a great bar with no patrons downstairs.

Pros: Beautiful Decor, Great Seafood
Cons: Rushed Service, Freezing Cold Room, Bad Waiter


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User Rating: Highly Recommended

tasty in midtown! Posted by dak on 08/28/2003
This place was yummy! Great selection of seafood, everyone at my table enjoyed their food thoroughly...the space was also quite aesthetically pleasing, although a little loud. Would recommend it!

Pros: tasty, easy to get a table
Cons: a little loud


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User Rating: Highly Recommended

Muy Bueno Posted by maruvius on 07/23/2003
Pompano is truly refreshing mexican fare, a seafood menu that shows that the south of the border cuisine doesnt always have to include heavy cheeses, rice and meat. The ceviches are all interesting, and the remaining appetizers on the menu are worth a shot. The entrees give you an opportunity to sample some unique ingredients and preparations that make 'mexican seafood' a cuisine worth exploring.



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User Rating: Highly Recommended

Going to be hot Posted by ashley9779 on 07/10/2003
Pompano is going to be the next Dos Caminos, so get in there while you still can. The dining room upstairs is airy and light, and the dining on the terrace outside can't be beat. The food is pricey but amazing and totally worth it, and the shrimp quesadilla on the lunch menu can't be beat.

Pros: Ambience, Romantic
Cons: Pricey


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User Rating: Highly Recommended

What a treat! Posted by sbrown231 on 04/16/2003
Such a gem for an otherwise lackluster area. THe food is DELICIOUS and the waitstaff is very attentive without making you uncomfortable. Not to mention the georgous outdoor terrace. A great find.

Pros: Great crowd, delicious food
Cons: midtown