French Restaurants in New York, NY

“After all these years this old flame still has it.
Fun flirty staff crew, on top of their game.
Great French classics.
Foie gras, escargots, soupe L'oignone, Canard, Bone marrow, Steak frites, And of course, the dry aged prime beef Black Label Burger.
Good martini, great wine.
Perfect Soufflé.
Bon appétit !“

“Great late lunch on a nice spring day. Moules Frites were excellent“

“Food and service spectacular. Beautiful room.“

“The only problem with this place is I do not go often enough. The food is consistency excellent. They serve creative takes on classic dishes that preserve and elevate. Their martini nights are a blast and, even though it is in a hotel, the team makes locals feel welcome and appreciated.“

“Great!“

“New York is one of the world's great cities, a global center for media, entertainment, arts, fashion, research, finance and trade. This busy, modern city is the fourth largest metropolitan area in the world and the most populous city in the United States.“

“We had a lovely anniversary dinner at Le Jardinier. The food from appetizers to entree to dessert was beautifully plated and excellently prepared. My duck entree was cooked perfectly (medium rare) and among the most tender I have had, and the blend of carrots and carrot purée, orange reduction, and wine sauce worked perfectly. The chocolate cremeaux was delicious - chocolaty yet light. Notably, the vegan ice cream was superb - I would not have known it was vegan if they didn’t say so. The service was very attentive and thorough, although the waiter was a bit inexperienced about the food. They were very generous helping us celebrate our anniversary, which I really appreciated.

Dietary restrictions: One member of our party has celiac disease, and they were extremely accommodating and knowledgeable.“

“Great French place. Tough to get in. Go early.“

“Cool place and enjoy the food, drink , enironment.“

“I used here for lunch with a friend for restaurant week. The food is perfect. It is comfortable to stay in, the restroom is clean, service is perfect. I had a duck, it is a little bit salty for me. If the bread comes together, much better. We had a dessert and that was so nice.“

“Blown away by interior design, topped with finger-licking food, friendly service, and such a well crafted drinks!“

“The food the service overall everything is impeccable“

“A very fancy and romantic restaurant.“

“Accueil est cordial, le personnel professionnel , la nourriture est très bonne. Un petit coin de Provence à New York. Ambiance sympa 👍🏻“

“Great food. Great presentation. Very attentive service!“

“Very lovely spot for a quick bite or a lovely chat with friends and beverages. Has a late night menu to ensure you’re not starving on your walk home.“

“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“

“Great quality dining and shopping. Whether dining at one of the great restaurants or shopping to cook at home, you won’t be disappointed.“

“It was a wonderful experience our waiter and everyone was just fantastic and the food was amazing!!“

“Good spot for brunch with fair pricing. Portions are generous but croissant was not fresh and just reheated to make it fresher. Pancakes arrived undercooked, which was addressed by the staff in a heartbeat

Kid-friendliness: Ok for kids but not kids oriented“

“Barawine is our favorite happy hour spot, it is just a few blocks away from all the hype where everything slows down a notch!
Burger, goat cheese salad, glass of wine and chill vibes is what we have been coming back for!

Vegetarian options: Goat cheese salad - delicious!“

“I DO NOT RECOMMEND. I have been going to Quatorze since the early 1990’s when Mark and Peter were on 79th St. I was thrilled when the restaurant recently moved to my corner at 82nd and 1st Ave. and have always enjoyed dining there. NEVER AGAIN. I just had the most awful in-person experience with a manager, Nino who was rude, dismissive and argumentative. And all I wanted to do was make a reservation. Nino is the complete antithesis of the way the staff at Quatorze treat customers. If this is the person who is now the face of this beloved neighborhood gem, then sadly I will not be back. And that’s a shame. I left a message asking to speak to the owner, Mark, but I guess having to speak to an actual loyal customer who is unhappy is beneath him. UPDATE: I received a call from the owner Mark, who questioned the veracity of my account. Do yourself a favor and steer clear - these are rude, arrogant people who think we’re all just dumb. And the food and service is average at best.“

“Really authentic French bistro experience. Excellent food and not a huge menu. Small tables and small portions but everything tasted great. We did not enjoy the service staff. Hostess was delightful and pleasant but the server was not. She was unhelpful when asked for recommendations and basically just repeated the menu which we could read. When we tried to order an additional dish, she said “they don’t do add-ons” which was not explained to us at any point prior. She brought down the mood of what would have otherwise been a good experience.“

“Very chic city atmosphere with a beautiful bar & dining area indoors. The food and service was outstanding.“

“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)“

“Great location and very intimate setting/decor. Very classy and friendly service. Modern French cuisine is delicious and trendy; it is much better than the traditional French food, which is getting old and tired. Good selection of fine wines.“

“Beautiful room. Very attentive, friendly and knowledgeable staff. Chef came out and spoke with us. Very pleasant
If you go for a burger you need to sit at the very attractive bar
Deviled Egg was very nice. The pate was incredible fresh and delicious Had the salmon melted in your mouth
Music at a nice level and a fun selections.
Go back yes for sure“

“My steak was delicious. It’s a great late night place with a cool vibe.“

“From the gorgeous atmosphere to the meticulously curated entrees, this team has manufactured a work of art. We were welcomed by caring, professional staff eager to make our experience perfect. My admiration only deepened when I discovered how decadent and delicious a simple leak could be. Everything is in the perfect spot. A visit here is not recommended - it's essential.“

“Love this place, good food and nice atmosphere. Always busy sometimes big line but it will be worth“

“Everything about Le Bernardin was excellent. Our every need was anticipated by the service staff. The wine list was spectacular, we had a Napa Valley Semillon that was excellent. Cocktails were perfectly balanced my husband had the 57th Manhattan, I had the Magnolia Lane and my cousin the Tigre Valley, all superb. We had the four course Prix fixe menu - all of our selections were excellent, every bite and flavor simply made sense. All four of us chose the pistachio dessert which we all declared to be the best bite we had ever had. Zero regrets about dining at Le Bernardin for our Anniversary. It made our trip to Manhattan truly complete. We were blessed to see Chef Eric Ripert twice in the dining room. Zero complaints, truly spectacular in every way.“

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

“Delightful and cozy. Not only is the ambiance very nice but the food os a total delight 😋“

“I came for lunch alone and got a spot at the bar, which was exactly what I wanted. The place was busy in a good way, filled with great vibes. I ordered a Salad Niçoise, and the dish was both beautiful and delicious. It’s a lovely restaurant in NoHo.“

“When you book at a Michelin 3 Star restaurant expectations are pretty high. Especially when you fly in special to New York for your wife’s milestone birthday. Could it be that good? The short answer is yes. Amazing view. I couldn’t believe our table overlooking Central Park. Wait staff. Totally matched our vibe. Attentive, funny and the right mix of leave me alone with a hint of answering questions and lightheartedness. Shoutout to Eric!!! The food. It’s all about the food, right? Upon the first bites in your mouth you wonder what you’ve been chewing your whole life. It certainly wasn’t this. I have the palette of a kindergartner and even I was blown away from the flavors, textures and sensations. To top it off a few special extras for my wife’s birthday. Worth the special trip. Couldn’t imagine having done anything else.“

“The best ever food I ate, good ambience, nice kindly workers.

Kid-friendliness: No restrictions for kids to have fun.

Wheelchair accessibility: It’s easy to come with the wheelchair, the door man is always at the door to help people.“

“Amazing food and ambiance.“

“Great place, delicious food, attentive staff …“

“One of my favorite place to go in the city ! Very friendly people and food 🥘 is always great 😊“

“The food is amazing and the ambiance is just what I love about this city must visit!!! 🤩“

“What a fabulous Mother’s Day lunch we had. Great atmosphere and incredible service! Bravo!!!“

“First time, didn’t know what to expect. Not a big fan of French food but my server walked me through the entire menu and gave her recommendations based on what I liked. She hit the mark every time. And the drinks, if you are a martini bb then just say “I’ll have the martini your way” and do not think about anything else.“

“c´est bon, joli, convivial. une bonne adresse à pratiquer 👍“

“Food was exceptional, every fish had well balanced, layers of flavors. Definitely worth the trek to Chinatown for it! The eel dumplings and the grilled pork with salsify and pomelo were my favorites. Portions of some dishes like the duck were quite big, not sure if we needed 5 things between 2 of us like suggested.“

“Fantastic staff!! Best time celebrating my son’s birthday there tonight!“

“Sublime service, inventive menu, amazing staff, great ambiance, delicious food, wine list to die for. Jess Shadbolt is doing great things - don’t miss this 😎“

“Great service and delicious food“

“We bumped into this amazing restaurant on our one night in NYC having arrived from London and leaving to Florida the next morning … the staff and indeed the hands on owner were almost as amazing as the atmosphere and food with our only regret we did not discover it earlier and can not return sooner. Highly recommend. Juan & Colette“

“Excellent service and food!“

“That’s really nice restaurant“