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Le Bernardin

French restaurant · 155 W 51st St, New York, NY 10019, United States · United States

4.6 on Google · 4,618 reviews · View on Google Maps

Manipulation score

Suspicious

Completed Jul 15, 2026 · 281 reviews flagged

How this score works

The score estimates how strongly this place's review record matches known manipulation patterns, from 0 (no signs) to 100. Verdicts: Clean below 40, Suspicious from 40, Likely Manipulated from 70; Review Drive when the flags are mostly staff asking customers for named reviews. It rises with the share of reviews flagged and how suspicious each one is.

Burst
— an abnormal spike of five-star reviews in a single day compared to the place's usual pace.
Low activity account
— the reviewer has almost no other reviews, photos, or Local Guide history; throwaway accounts look like this.
Duplicate text
— the wording is nearly identical to another review of the same place.

Verdicts are statistical estimates based on public review patterns, not accusations. Full methodology, signal definitions and known limits →

Case conclusion

What the numbers say

1,000 reviews examined

Google rating
4.6★

All reviews shown by Google

Not-flagged average
4.6★

719 examined reviews

Flagged
28%

281 of 1,000

Coverage
22%

1,000 of 4,618 Google reviews

“Not flagged” means no configured Revdict signal matched; it does not prove a review is genuine. Data fetched Jul 15, 2026.

Review brief

What reviews not flagged by Revdict say

Le Bernardin is a high-end Midtown dining establishment celebrated for its refined seafood creations, elegant atmosphere, and structured multi-course menus. While many reviewers praise the exceptional execution of fish dishes and seamless hospitality, others express disappointment regarding steep pricing, occasional inconsistencies in flavor, or formal service.

+ Repeated strengths

Exceptional Seafood

Reviewers frequently highlight the freshness, delicate preparation, and artistry of the seafood and signature courses.

3 supporting reviews

5★ · 2025-04-19

Every small detail was perfected. There wasn't a bad dish I could think of. This is truly elevated seafood cooked to the highest level. Service was a 10, from walking through the door to walking out. The pacing was fantastic. Le Bernardin...

5★ · 2026-03-29

We loved our 3 course tasting meals. Everything was perfectly prepared and the service was world class.

5★ · 2025-06-27

Excellent staff, servicen and fare. I am always impressed.

Polished Service

Many patrons report attentive, highly professional, and well-orchestrated service from the waitstaff and sommelier team.

3 supporting reviews

4★ · 2025-04-18

First things first: food and drink were all delicious and I had a wonderful time here for dinner on a Thursday evening. We decided to go with the four course prixe fixe menu, but the amount of food was on the lighter side compared to simila...

5★ · 2025-05-30

An extraordinary dining experience that transcended every expectation—each course was a masterpiece of flavor, texture, and visual artistry. The service was impeccable, with a special shoutout to Carlos, whose warmth, knowledge, and attenti...

5★ · 2025-07-29

Immaculate service, best ingredients in dishes, thoughtful sauces, great wines.

Outstanding Desserts

Multiple guests note that the dessert courses—particularly the chocolate and fruit offerings—are distinct standouts.

2 supporting reviews

4★ · 2025-07-05

While good, rarely rose above the expected. The four-course prix fixe offered refinement, but lacked what makes a meal unforgettable. Service was sharp and efficient, but carried an impersonal edge. And then came dessert. An absolute stando...

5★ · 2026-01-02

What a culinary delight! Truly an extraordinary and exquisite experience. Each course was intentionally and masterfully prepared by the best, with passion and flare. Every plate, and bite, a beautiful work of art. It was remarkable. And I c...

− Repeated complaints

Underwhelming or Bland Flavor

Some reviewers feel certain dishes lack complexity, depth, or sufficient seasoning relative to the high price point.

3 supporting reviews

3★ · 2025-04-23

I was really looking forward to visiting this restaurant. However, the food was just okay. The design of the plants was not that innovative. The sauce for the seafood was a bit salty but unfortunately the fish itself was not marinated, so i...

1★ · 2025-08-27

How in Gods name does this place have 3 Michelin stars? Everything was bland. They could have gotten away with the under seasoning/simple flavor profiles if the seafood quality was high. But I’ve had dramatically better quality seafood at $...

3★ · 2026-07-08

We got the set course menu. I eventually lost the plot on what I was eating. Each piece of fish was perfectly cooked but tasted similar to the point where I felt like I was eating the same fish but with different sauces. What was truly shoc...

Stiff or Impersonal Service

A subset of guests report that interactions can occasionally feel cold, rushed, or overly formal.

3 supporting reviews

4★ · 2025-04-18

First things first: food and drink were all delicious and I had a wonderful time here for dinner on a Thursday evening. We decided to go with the four course prixe fixe menu, but the amount of food was on the lighter side compared to simila...

3★ · 2025-06-24

A study in pretension. The servers are the most attentive, inattentive people on the planet. They won’t let a crumb sit idle on your table, which is delightful; but they also won’t spend longer than ABSOLUTELY necessary to give you rapid-fi...

3★ · 2026-03-04

I want to start by saying I’ve been wanting to dine at Le Bernardin since I was in culinary school. Over the years, I’ve studied renowned restaurants and visited many Michelin-starred establishments across the country, so I was truly lookin...

Dated Interior

Reviewers note that parts of the restaurant's decor and ambiance feel a bit tired and in need of a refresh.

2 supporting reviews

5★ · 2025-05-04

A Night to Remember at Le Bernardin – Celebrating a Decade of Love For our 10th anniversary, my wife and I chose Le Bernardin and the experience exceeded even our highest expectations. Though not flawless, the evening delivered culinary ar...

4★ · 2025-07-17

Let me start by saying that I’ve always admired Eric Ripert . He is a brilliant chef and one of the true pioneers of fine dining in New York. That’s why it pains me to write this. I hadn’t been to this restaurant in quite some time and retu...

Good for

  • Special occasion celebrations
  • Seafood enthusiasts
  • Fine dining lunch experiences

Avoid if

  • You are looking for casual or relaxed dining
  • You are sensitive to high price-to-value expectations
  • You prefer bold or heavily spiced flavors
Summarized from 417 text reviews not flagged by Revdict · 2025-04-18 to 2026-07-14 · Summaries can miss context; open the supporting reviews before deciding.

Review anatomy

Reviews per month

Reviews per month, total and flagged
MonthReviewsFlagged
Apr ’2590
May ’25421
Jun ’25594
Jul ’25553
Aug ’25393
Sep ’25302
Oct ’25481
Nov ’25373
Dec ’25353
Jan ’26207155
Feb ’2631291
Mar ’26354
Apr ’26170
May ’26333
Jun ’26200
Jul ’26228

Rating distribution

5★
4★
3★
2★
1★

Evidence

  • burst 6 occurrences — worst: 41 five-star reviews on 2026-01-25 vs avg 2.5/day
    Show all 6
    • 6 five-star reviews on 2026-01-23 vs avg 1.2/day
    • 36 five-star reviews on 2026-01-24 vs avg 1.3/day
    • 41 five-star reviews on 2026-01-25 vs avg 2.5/day
    • 26 five-star reviews on 2026-01-26 vs avg 3.8/day
    • 25 five-star reviews on 2026-01-27 vs avg 4.6/day
    • 5 five-star reviews on 2026-07-10 vs avg 0.8/day
    weight 1
  • low activity account 190 reviews flagged weight 0.8
  • generic account 2 reviews flagged weight 1

Flagged reviews

Showing the 10 most suspicious of 281 flagged reviews.

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angela orozco restrepo

1 review

★★★★★

2026-01-23

burst low activity account suspicion 95
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Keonn Rice

2 reviews

★★★★★

2026-01-24

burst low activity account suspicion 95
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Crazy Kahos Gamer

2 reviews

★★★★★

2026-01-24

Food was amazing
burst low activity account suspicion 95
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van mcgregor

1 review

★★★★★

2026-01-24

I’m usually a picky eater, but I could order any thing off the menu and be satisfied!
burst low activity account suspicion 95
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Phillip Blackwell

1 review

★★★★★

2026-01-24

burst low activity account suspicion 95
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Shakaisha “Mrs Virgo” Nixon

2 reviews

★★★★★

2026-01-24

burst low activity account suspicion 95
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Grace Titus

1 review

★★★★★

2026-01-24

burst low activity account suspicion 95
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Ana Gomez

1 review

★★★★★

2026-01-24

burst low activity account suspicion 95
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Dariel Mondragon (Sr. Mondragon)

1 review

★★★★★

2026-01-24

Food and customer service was amazing will come again soon
burst low activity account suspicion 95
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Randall Prudden

1 review

★★★★★

2026-01-24

burst low activity account suspicion 95

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