Oscar Wilde
New American restaurant · 45 W 27th St, New York, NY 10001, United States · United States
★ 4.3 on Google · 6,034 reviews · View on Google Maps
Manipulation score
CleanCompleted Jul 19, 2026 · 83 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
999 reviews examined
- Google rating
- 4.3★
- Not-flagged average
- 4.3★
- Flagged
- 8%
- Coverage
- 17%
All reviews shown by Google
916 examined reviews
83 of 999
999 of 6,034 Google reviews
“Not flagged” means no configured Revdict signal matched; it does not prove a review is genuine. Data fetched Jul 19, 2026.
Review brief
What reviews not flagged by Revdict say
Oscar Wilde is a popular New York City bar and restaurant renowned for its striking, immersive, and seasonally rotating decor. While reviewers frequently praise the whimsical atmosphere, unique cocktails, and friendly staff, common complaints center around long waits, crowded conditions, loud music, and expensive, average food.
+ Repeated strengths
Decor and Atmosphere
Reviewers consistently praise the stunning, over-the-top, and seasonally changing decorations that create a magical, whimsical environment.
3 supporting reviews
5★ · 2025-07-21
One of, if not, my favorite bar in NYC. The decor changes themes throughout the year. It was Alice's Adventures in Wonderland theme the recent time I went. I love Oscar Wilde and Lewis Carroll so it was like it was made for me. Interesting...
3★ · 2025-08-25
Good happy hours.
3★ · 2025-10-05
The music/Dj and the ambience was fun. The food was ok but slow to come out. Server was friendly but we had to keep reminding staff to fill our water. They were busy so we understood that. The reason why I only giving 3 stars and we gave a...
Cocktails
Reviewers frequently highlight the creative, well-crafted, and imaginative drink menu.
2 supporting reviews
5★ · 2025-07-21
One of, if not, my favorite bar in NYC. The decor changes themes throughout the year. It was Alice's Adventures in Wonderland theme the recent time I went. I love Oscar Wilde and Lewis Carroll so it was like it was made for me. Interesting...
3★ · 2026-05-24
The decor is top notch, I would eat here again simply to admire the whimsical charm of their Alice in Wonderland decor, it really is astounding and very well done. Service was, okay-ish. We had to ask for coffee three times, each time we a...
Staff and Service
Many reviewers call out specific bartenders and servers as exceptionally friendly, professional, and welcoming.
1 supporting review
5★ · 2025-08-02
The entire staff at Oscar Wilde is fantastic The place is always festive the drinks are always curated with love. Make sure you ask for Alex or Trevor. But even if you don't get those two everyone here is a professional and they don't mind...
− Repeated complaints
Service Inconsistencies and Long Waits
Reviewers often report slow service, long wait times for tables despite reservations, and occasionally inattentive or rude staff.
2 supporting reviews
2★ · 2025-07-22
I was here tonight with my girlfriend and her best friend. They did not have a table available for us but said we could sit and order at the bar, which essentially wraps around the entire restaurant. There were some difficulties getting fo...
2★ · 2025-08-04
Made reservations for someone’s birthday & requested good seating . & upon arriving we were given the tiniest table imaginable between other people . No personal space, so I asked if there were other tables available . She gave attitude, an...
Crowded and Loud Environment
Reviewers frequently note that the venue gets extremely packed, cramped, and loud to the point where normal conversation is difficult.
3 supporting reviews
3★ · 2025-09-21
Incredibly loud!!! Even though we were sitting at the back tables, we could barely hear each other. On top of that, they were playing loud music. There was no way we could have a relaxing meal! The tables were very close together, and the...
3★ · 2025-12-10
The winter atmosphere was fun for the holidays however we had to wait outside in the cold to get in, and once inside it was so packed you could barely stand around. They also disperse food tables throughout so if you are sitting down to eat...
3★ · 2026-04-09
Bar seating is a little cramped, but still your best bet without a reservation. Very loud and lively, even mid-week
Overpriced and Mediocre Food
Several reviewers state that the food is overly expensive for standard, basic, or underwhelming quality.
2 supporting reviews
4★ · 2025-07-21
Although the food was good, it is very expensive. Don't think I will go back.
1★ · 2025-12-29
Absolutely overrated horrible. Do yourself a favor and go to the wine bar or rooftop bar right next door. The service sucks, the manager is extremely rude, and the bouncer is absolutely horrible. My friend went in like 30 seconds before me,...
Good for
- Instagram photos and festive aesthetic sightseeing
- Creative cocktails and after-work drinks
- Date nights or groups seeking a high-energy, unique atmosphere
Avoid if
- You prefer a quiet environment where you can easily hold a conversation
- You are looking for an exceptional, high-value dining experience
- You dislike large crowds and cramped seating arrangements
Review anatomy
Reviews per month
| Month | Reviews | Flagged |
|---|---|---|
| Jul ’25 | 62 | 3 |
| Aug ’25 | 94 | 11 |
| Sep ’25 | 69 | 4 |
| Oct ’25 | 81 | 7 |
| Nov ’25 | 87 | 2 |
| Dec ’25 | 112 | 3 |
| Jan ’26 | 77 | 4 |
| Feb ’26 | 57 | 3 |
| Mar ’26 | 116 | 19 |
| Apr ’26 | 66 | 8 |
| May ’26 | 76 | 7 |
| Jun ’26 | 78 | 10 |
| Jul ’26 | 24 | 2 |
Rating distribution
Evidence
- low activity account 81 reviews flagged weight 0.8
- generic account 2 reviews flagged weight 1
Flagged reviews
Showing the 10 most suspicious of 83 flagged reviews.
Adriana Marmol
48 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2026-01-25
Good spot for drinks and enjoy the great decoration with good vibes and music, food is blah!
Delrina
62 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2026-03-14
I go here during the holidays and wow! The decor is off the charts! So cool
Evan
1 review
★☆☆☆☆
2025-07-06
Mariano Gutkowski
2 reviews
★★★★★
2025-08-02
Best atmosphere, good friends, and Trevor mixing the best for us. The gin he served me is one of the best ever.
Kevin Rodriguez
1 review
★★★★★
2025-08-06
Kevin treated us very well and his squad is highly recommended
João Ferris
1 review
★★★★★
2025-08-06
Great service and beautiful ambient. The bartender Juan Pablo made the best drink (sex on the beach) I’ve ever had. Highly recommend.
Dailin Fuego
1 review
★★★★★
2025-08-11
Carmen Barrios
2 reviews
★★★★★
2025-08-11
Excellent
Somya Vasudevan
2 reviews
★★★★★
2025-08-30
Anjelica Benson
2 reviews
★★★★★
2025-09-11
Report generated Jul 19, 2026. Reviews change — you can request a fresh investigation.
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