Brasseries in New York, NY

“We had a wonderful brunch at Lafayette. This is one of my favorite brunch spots in the city. Our server was wonderful and attentive! The vibe and the ambiance are so chic! 10/10“

“What a wonderful spot for dinner! We absolutely enjoyed every aspect of La Marchande. The food was very good, the desserts were especially noteworthy. Our meal was excellent. Steak, Lamb, Hake, Salmon and Broccoli entrees were all exceptional. But service was the real star of this restaurant. Ethan, our 6 star server, went above and beyond in every aspect of our meal. Can't wait to enjoy another fabulous meal here in the near future.“

“Friendly staff, we were not rushed and were made to feel welcome. A perfect spot to pass an hour in a soggy day! (Though skip the Apple tart for dessert - super soggy)“

“Love this restaurant. Delicious food, romantic atmosphere, friendly staff, nice music. Absolutely perfect place for Birthday family party.“

“Something is a little off about Frenchette.

The question about a place like this is one of degree: there are dozens of French bistros in downtown Manhattan, so why choose one that has higher-than-average prices (including some stratospheric prices) and where it’s really hard to get a table? You expect to find a place where the food and the service are definitely up a notch from its competitors.

And? Not quite. Our server was not just reserved but hostile, a parody of a French waiter dealing with uncouth Americans. The wine list was removed from the table before anyone asked if we wanted to order wine. There was a parade of little details like this that suggest to me the place is not getting enough feedback or oversight.

The food was pretty great, but again, weird inconsistencies. The roast chicken, which is supposed to be the star, was mediocre with a dry breast (seriously?) The bouillabaisse was excellent, but fairly small for a $50 dish, with the aioli served on a single slice of baguette (why?) And the côte du boeuf, at $8 an ounce…you do the math. That’s an 8 oz portion for $64. It was good, but not THAT good.

Basically? I was impressed but I wouldn’t go back, mostly because the waiter’s behavior was unacceptable—it would be anywhere but especially at a place like this. A bistro is supposed to be 100% fun and Frenchette isn’t.“

“Food was phenomenal. Nicest Italian I've been to in manhattan“

“We had dinner there this week. What stood out above and beyond food was the quality of service and attentiveness of the staff. The venue is pleasant and tables are well-spaced out, but that in itself is not distinguished. Food is reasonably priced but not the fine dining one would compare with Gabriel Kreuther - Burger was good, Arctic char was excellent, and a few starters met expectation. Service is 6-star though.“

“Phenomenal French food, one of the best meals I have ever had. Truly a hidden gem.“