Nothing short of spectacular!!! The food, ambience and service were all exceptional. The manager Bruno makes a point of ensuring that each and every person dining there is happy! I looking forward to dining there again soon!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ken Kuzma
One of the best meals I’ve ever had. Also, Gerardo at the bar made this one of the greatest dining experiences my wife and I have had in a long time. Highly recommend. Gets crowded. If you don’t have a reservation- sitting at the bar with Gerardo will make your evening.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
David Black
We thought we were going to a high end restaurant. It didn’t meet any of our expectations. Ok atmosphere. But .. bread service was paltry and cold. Food was bland. Not just some dishes - all of them. From langoustine to the meager portion of scallops. Service was mediocre. It felt like they were understaffed. Idk. Maybe it was our expectations that needed changing. But that was the first and last time we’ll be going to l’etoile.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 2
Stacy Schutte
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Standout Gem on the North Shore
Gerardo, the bartender, was easily the highlight of the evening. He’s that rare mix of skill, charm, and genuine hospitality that makes dining out feel special again. He wasn’t hovering — he knew exactly when to check in and when to let us chat, pacing the experience intuitively so it felt effortless and natural. Every drink he made, from a tequila cocktail with a large ice cube and orange peel to my glass of Pinot Noir, felt intentional, thoughtful, and perfectly timed. It’s rare to meet someone whose intuition makes the whole evening flow so beautifully.
But it wasn’t just Gerardo. The food was equally unforgettable. We started with a dozen oysters that were so fresh and flavorful we immediately ordered another round. The mussels in tomato Provençal sauce were incredible, paired with fries that were crisp, golden, and perfectly seasoned. The frisée salad was light and refreshing, balancing the richness of everything else. And the Wagyu beef tartare with crostini was silky, flavorful, and probably my favorite — yet it was perfectly complemented by every other dish, including the warm French baguette from their own bakery. Every bite felt intentional, expertly prepared, and utterly satisfying.
Normally I’d prefer a table, but the bar was such an incredible spot to sit side by side, chat, and watch the magic unfold that I’ll hope for these seats again next time.
Later we learned the couple sitting next to us were the owners. They were warm, approachable, and clearly proud of what they’ve built. You can feel that care everywhere — in the thoughtful layout, the attentive but not intrusive service, and the energy of the staff.
I’ve lived in LA and NYC and just moved back to Long Island. This is the first restaurant here that genuinely impressed me. A true standout gem on the North Shore, a place where everything, from the drinks and food to the service and vibe, is absolutely perfect. I’ll be back again and again (and can’t wait to try their sister restaurants).
PS. Will add photos!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ty Price
Geraldo, the bartender, always brings a smile to my face! He makes excellent drinks which accompany a wonderful selection of yummy French dishes. Exceptionally friendly staff and great food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
LORI BASTA
Amazing service food and company! I can’t wait to come back! 10/10 all the way!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Grace Riker
everything was wonderful. service was superb! will come again soon
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Vince C
I’ve been to L’Etoile twice before and each meal was outstanding and since both visits were on the weekend, I thought a Wednesday night visit would be just as great since the restaurant would not be as crowded. Unfortunately, that was not the case. The good part of our meal was the service and atmosphere which were great. However, the bad part, which is the most important part, was the food and the reason for the 2 stars rating. We started off with the house salad which was fresh and very good. However, next was the lobster bisque soup which was a major disappointment. The lobster in the soup was tough and not tasty, almost like it was frozen lobster that was re-heated. At $36 per bowl, we were expecting fresh lobster with our soup. Our main course was the burger and, that too, was a disappointment. We ordered our burgers medium and medium rare and they were served well done and medium. Additionally, the burger itself was ok but nothing I would recommend. I wonder if there is a different cooking team on the weekdays vs weekends because that’s how different the quality of our meal was compared to our two prior visits. I did not have a chance to inquire with the manager because I did not see one around like there was on my weekend visits. If you want to try this restaurant, I would recommend weekends only when the food was much better.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
crystalyn stuart
Beautiful, fresh food done perfectly and traditionally. Every single course was outstanding, not over done, perfectly seasonal and seasoned. Excellent service from our waitress Julie and the management. The space is bigger and more spacious and makes the ambiance excellent even when busy. The bottle wine list is pretty great and desert wine perfectly finished a round of outstanding desserts. Highly, highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Phil Sherman
Enjoyed the ambiance, the food and authenticity. Bruno was very nice and anise our server was very professional and attentive. The atmosphere is cozy and high end bistro style. With table lamps, marble tables and an active bar. The menu offers classics and I spites dishes. Enjoyed it very much.
Had a wonderful dining experience at L’Étoile! The atmosphere was elegant yet welcoming, the food was absolutely delicious — beautifully presented and full of flavor.
A special thank you to our waitress, Brianna, who made the night even more memorable. She was friendly, attentive, and genuinely kind — the kind of service that makes you feel right at home.
From start to finish, everything was top-notch. We’ll definitely be back. Highly recommend L’Étoile for a special night out!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Escargot
Shaker Nelanuthala
A new French restaurant in Oyster Bay. I highly recommend this place. Everything is good. I can't recollect the French names of food. But the white fish special was awesome, albeit it was like $55. Prices are not for someone faint at the heart! If you can afford it, definitely give it a go.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Diana Steblai
Gerardo is the best, thebar is the best seat for two!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Peter Delman
Excellent food and service, Jesse was a fantastic waiter
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
patricia tafuro
Tried for 1st time last night. Disappointed in food over all. Service was very good with our server going over the menu in great detail. Diners all looked like an older ceowd that stepped off the 495 from the Hampton’s or the boat from Greenwich! We have been to MANY great French restaurants in NY, Paris and Miami. Even Sage Bistro in Woodbury beats this one in food 10 times over. Our1st test-escargots-was butter only- NO herbs de Provence! Special salad with stone fruit was fabulous. Vol a vent was a puff pastry with chicken pot pie filling on top! Visually not appetising but rich and creamy taste. Dessert was a berry napoleon that was hard and not worth the calories! Pressed coffee was delicious. We will be back again to try the burger (looked great at another table!) but may be last chance!
Nothing short of spectacular!!! The food, ambience and service were all exceptional. The manager Bruno makes a point of ensuring that each and every person dining there is happy! I looking forward to dining there again soon!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
One of the best meals I’ve ever had. Also, Gerardo at the bar made this one of the greatest dining experiences my wife and I have had in a long time. Highly recommend. Gets crowded. If you don’t have a reservation- sitting at the bar with Gerardo will make your evening.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We thought we were going to a high end restaurant. It didn’t meet any of our expectations. Ok atmosphere. But .. bread service was paltry and cold. Food was bland. Not just some dishes - all of them. From langoustine to the meager portion of scallops. Service was mediocre. It felt like they were understaffed. Idk. Maybe it was our expectations that needed changing. But that was the first and last time we’ll be going to l’etoile.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 2
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Standout Gem on the North Shore
Gerardo, the bartender, was easily the highlight of the evening. He’s that rare mix of skill, charm, and genuine hospitality that makes dining out feel special again. He wasn’t hovering — he knew exactly when to check in and when to let us chat, pacing the experience intuitively so it felt effortless and natural. Every drink he made, from a tequila cocktail with a large ice cube and orange peel to my glass of Pinot Noir, felt intentional, thoughtful, and perfectly timed. It’s rare to meet someone whose intuition makes the whole evening flow so beautifully.
But it wasn’t just Gerardo. The food was equally unforgettable. We started with a dozen oysters that were so fresh and flavorful we immediately ordered another round. The mussels in tomato Provençal sauce were incredible, paired with fries that were crisp, golden, and perfectly seasoned. The frisée salad was light and refreshing, balancing the richness of everything else. And the Wagyu beef tartare with crostini was silky, flavorful, and probably my favorite — yet it was perfectly complemented by every other dish, including the warm French baguette from their own bakery. Every bite felt intentional, expertly prepared, and utterly satisfying.
Normally I’d prefer a table, but the bar was such an incredible spot to sit side by side, chat, and watch the magic unfold that I’ll hope for these seats again next time.
Later we learned the couple sitting next to us were the owners. They were warm, approachable, and clearly proud of what they’ve built. You can feel that care everywhere — in the thoughtful layout, the attentive but not intrusive service, and the energy of the staff.
I’ve lived in LA and NYC and just moved back to Long Island. This is the first restaurant here that genuinely impressed me. A true standout gem on the North Shore, a place where everything, from the drinks and food to the service and vibe, is absolutely perfect. I’ll be back again and again (and can’t wait to try their sister restaurants).
PS. Will add photos!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Geraldo, the bartender, always brings a smile to my face! He makes excellent drinks which accompany a wonderful selection of yummy French dishes. Exceptionally friendly staff and great food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing service food and company! I can’t wait to come back! 10/10 all the way!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
everything was wonderful. service was superb! will come again soon
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
I’ve been to L’Etoile twice before and each meal was outstanding and since both visits were on the weekend, I thought a Wednesday night visit would be just as great since the restaurant would not be as crowded. Unfortunately, that was not the case. The good part of our meal was the service and atmosphere which were great. However, the bad part, which is the most important part, was the food and the reason for the 2 stars rating. We started off with the house salad which was fresh and very good. However, next was the lobster bisque soup which was a major disappointment. The lobster in the soup was tough and not tasty, almost like it was frozen lobster that was re-heated. At $36 per bowl, we were expecting fresh lobster with our soup. Our main course was the burger and, that too, was a disappointment. We ordered our burgers medium and medium rare and they were served well done and medium. Additionally, the burger itself was ok but nothing I would recommend. I wonder if there is a different cooking team on the weekdays vs weekends because that’s how different the quality of our meal was compared to our two prior visits. I did not have a chance to inquire with the manager because I did not see one around like there was on my weekend visits. If you want to try this restaurant, I would recommend weekends only when the food was much better.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
Beautiful, fresh food done perfectly and traditionally. Every single course was outstanding, not over done, perfectly seasonal and seasoned. Excellent service from our waitress Julie and the management. The space is bigger and more spacious and makes the ambiance excellent even when busy. The bottle wine list is pretty great and desert wine perfectly finished a round of outstanding desserts. Highly, highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Enjoyed the ambiance, the food and authenticity. Bruno was very nice and anise our server was very professional and attentive. The atmosphere is cozy and high end bistro style. With table lamps, marble tables and an active bar. The menu offers classics and I spites dishes. Enjoyed it very much.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Had a wonderful dining experience at L’Étoile! The atmosphere was elegant yet welcoming, the food was absolutely delicious — beautifully presented and full of flavor.
A special thank you to our waitress, Brianna, who made the night even more memorable. She was friendly, attentive, and genuinely kind — the kind of service that makes you feel right at home.
From start to finish, everything was top-notch. We’ll definitely be back. Highly recommend L’Étoile for a special night out!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Escargot
A new French restaurant in Oyster Bay. I highly recommend this place. Everything is good. I can't recollect the French names of food. But the white fish special was awesome, albeit it was like $55. Prices are not for someone faint at the heart! If you can afford it, definitely give it a go.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Gerardo is the best, thebar is the best seat for two!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent food and service, Jesse was a fantastic waiter
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tried for 1st time last night. Disappointed in food over all. Service was very good with our server going over the menu in great detail. Diners all looked like an older ceowd that stepped off the 495 from the Hampton’s or the boat from Greenwich! We have been to MANY great French restaurants in NY, Paris and Miami. Even Sage Bistro in Woodbury beats this one in food 10 times over.
Our1st test-escargots-was butter only- NO herbs de Provence! Special salad with stone fruit was fabulous. Vol a vent was a puff pastry with chicken pot pie filling on top! Visually not appetising but rich and creamy taste. Dessert was a berry napoleon that was hard and not worth the calories! Pressed coffee was delicious.
We will be back again to try the burger (looked great at another table!) but may be last chance!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
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