Trestle on Tenth
13 expert reviews
“At his modestly sized, discreetly satisfying new restaurant in Chelsea called Trestle on Tenth, the chef and owner, Ralf Kuettel, indulges his particular tastes to an almost extreme degree.”
– New York Magazine
"This Swiss brasserie is a true west Chelsea neighborhood spot." Full review
"Switzerland native Ralf Kuettel brings a bit of his homeland to New York City with Trestle on Tenth." Full review
4.0
""Rustic" New American cuisine with Swiss inflections and an "intelligent" wine list appeal to gallery-goers and High Line hoofers alike at this "exposed-brick" Chelsea "oasis"." Full review
"Chef Ralf Kuettel's mishmash homage to his Swiss upbringing, French training, and American experiences."
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"This inviting little gem is tiny in comparison to the behemoth restaurants thriving in and around Chelsea these days, but it packs a mighty big punch." Full review
13.0
"Trestle on Tenth hits all the right notes while excising those that don't fit today's tastes." Full review
"Entrées, like the crisp chicken paillard and the coriander-studded hanger steak, are enhanced by a side of gratinéed pizokel (Swiss dumplings) with caramelized onions and melted Gruyère." Full review
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Close with the decadent Nusstorte or the (predominately Swiss) selection of cheeses but be sure to sample the changing wine selection—Kuettel used to manage the Chelsea Wine Vault.
5.1
"The food at Trestle is mostly pretty good." Full review
"The platter of cured meats and cheeses was excellent, particularly the paper-thin slices of Bündnerfleisch (air-dried beef), which had a pleasantly pungent flavor." Full review
Critic's Pick
"The dining room at Trestle on Tenth — diminutive bar, comfortably scattered tables, low-key service — eschews ostentation in favor of a philosophy we’ll take the liberty of calling diners’ ergonomics." Full review