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    Au Cheval

    4.3 (1.4k reviews)
    Closed • 12:00 pm - 10:30 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Scott S.

    How do you even approach a place that you've seen crowned as best burger in America (granted the Chicago location)? Is it a set up for disappointment from the start? I don't know. What I will say - "Mmm. That is a tasty burger!" Is it the best I've ever had? How do I know but it's certainly in the conversation, and most likely better than a Big Kahuna burger. What I loved - two patties that weren't gigantic. Burgers have become either massive monstrosities that the human jaw isn't equipped to handle, or smash burgers, without an in between. Well, maybe not for you new yorkers - in Austin, we have P.Terry's! All in all it was fantastic! and I'd love to come again and try it with bacon and eggs on it in order to ensure I hit my weekly saturated fat allowances in 45 minutes. Also, absolutely loved the chicken tender sliders and would absolutely recoomend them. What has me ding them a bit - the whole ala carte cheeseburger thing - cmon, for the price of a 3 course meal at olive garden you can throw in some papas fritas. Second, the salad (not my idea to order it) was depressing and not good. Third - the $5 fee to a get a rez...although it's probably better than auto grat or those kitchen service charges... Fourth, the service was kinda mixed..one guy was nice while some others were ehhhh. I def like the vibe of the place and would def go back. So I dunno, maybe it should be 5 stars...but i dont think a bunny would eat that salad.

    Chopped Wedge Salad
    Chloe L.

    Got a same day reservation for 9:15pm for a birthday celebration. Huge fan of the ambiance, especially for late night. Service is great, food takes a bit to come out can tell it was made to order. - Burger: Blown away by the famous burger, the bacon and egg add ons are absolutely necessary. I'm not usually a fan of bacon but theirs is thick and sweet. - Chopped wedge salad: Loved the chopped wedge salad, you can order a half portion if desired. Half was still plenty to share among 2. - Steak tartare: this was good but wasn't a huge standout. Buttered toast is a nice touch. - Chicken liver: unfortunately too mayo-heavy for our taste. Better with the bread though. - Mille feuille: humongous portion! Liked this better than some mille feuille I tried in Paris lol. Flaky and buttery with a thick cream that wasn't overly sweet.

    Classic Au Cheval Double Cheeseburger
    Ashley B.

    I stopped in around 12:40- about 40 minutes after they opened on a Wednesday. I knew I had to get there early because I didn't have a reservation. Luckily, I was by myself, which gave me some wiggle room to grab a seat at the bar. The seating was quite tight, and I was sandwiched between two other people; however, I knew I was lucky just to get a seat. Once I sat down, I was quickly served water. I already knew I wanted the double cheeseburger with bacon and egg, so it didn't take me long to place my order. I definitely enjoyed sitting at the bar because the restaurant has an open-kitchen concept. You can watch the chefs prepare the food, which is always enjoyable for me. The burger itself was definitely an experience! It was beautifully presented, and everything was cooked to perfection. Honorable mention goes to the pepper on the thick-cut bacon- it added a nice savory kick to the burger. I had really been looking forward to trying it because I recently passed by Au Cheval in Chicago, but the wait was extremely long, so I didn't get the chance to go. This burger was definitely good. It's not at the top of my list, but it was worth the experience. I must say, it's also extremely high-end price-wise. For just the burger with bacon and egg, plus tax and tip, I paid about $47. Again, it was a treat, but not necessarily one I'd order again. I'd love to try some of the city's other standout burgers before returning for this one. Would I recommend it? Absolutely! Would I return? Sure, but I would probably try something other than the burger next time.

    Classic Au Cheval Double Cheeseburger
    Jessica C.

    Go to be whisked back to Chicago! Wowed by the shaved prime rib sandwich (the burger is great but that's classic and have already given this a good review) also noting the amazing service. Ambiance is trendy and young. Menu - burger and french dip, both delicious!

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    Allison E.

    I've come here twice now, and the first time was amazing, the second time was good. My first visit was in the Christmas season last year and we came for the famous burger and the fries. After a short wait, we were sat downstairs and able to order. The mornay fries were so delicious we ended up ordering a second one, while the burger was also delicious. The second visit, we waited ~30 minutes (not bad for a walk-in on a Friday night) and we were sat upstairs. Additional to the burger and mornay fries, we got the chicken sliders and a malted ice cream. The fries were unfortunately a bit overdone and hard, and after expressing our disappointment to the waiter(since it was our favorite dish our previous visit), the amazing manager came by and remedied the situation well! The malted ice cream was also delicious! I would definitely come again.

    Chicken liver
    David Y.

    It might have just been an off day, or maybe I was comparing it too much to the Chicago location, but I was a little let down by my burger. I came here with a friend on a Monday night. We didn't have reservations, but we were able to grab seats at the bar. We started with the Chopped Chicken Liver ($18.99). My friend ordered it, and it's not something I would normally order myself, but it was a nice change up. It was pretty good, and the salted buttered toast definitely made the dish. For my main, I ordered the Double Cheeseburger ($25.99) with bacon ($6.99). The bun seemed different from what I remembered at the Chicago location. The bacon also wasn't crispy all the way through. I prefer the fatty parts to be crispy on the outside, so that was a little disappointing. The burger itself was still juicy and delicious. I probably had really high expectations because my first Au Cheval burger in Chicago was one of the best burgers I've ever had. Maybe I should've ordered a Coca-Cola instead of a couple of draft beers. Either way, I enjoyed my meal and the great conversation with my friend. Overall, I had a good experience. If I'm back in Chicago, I'll definitely stop by Au Cheval again and hope it's as memorable as my first visit.

    Ken B.

    This was my first time visiting Au Cheval, and I couldn't wait to finally try the burger. We had reservations but still waited about 20 minutes to be seated. The restaurant was extremely busy and much noisier than I expected. I ordered the double cheeseburger with bacon and an egg, and I have to say, it was a thing of beauty. It may be the best looking burger I've ever had. It tasted really good too, but for me it didn't quite live up to the hype. It was a very good burger, just not the best I've had. My wife had the fried chicken sliders, which unfortunately were pretty unmemorable. The chicken really could have benefited from more seasoning. Service was average, not bad by any means, but nothing that stood out either. Overall I'd give it 3.5 stars, I'm glad I finally tried Au Cheval and the burger was definitely good, but considering all the hype, I was a little let down by the overall experience. I'll have to try the original Chicago location at some point for comparison!

    Nancy C.

    My bf and I got an early dinner reservation on a Sunday at 5pm for date night to celebrate the date we first met. I tried their burger 4+ years ago and thought it was pretty good! We shared their famous double cheese burger w/ egg and bacon, silky mash potatoes and asparagus. Everything was delicious!! Our one tiny little complaint is the bun was on the dry side. I also totally forgot that I put it was our anniversary date on the reservation. We paid and were walking out when our server and another employee were rushing to our table with a cute little complimentary surprise. We were very touched by their effort :,) thank you so much! That really made our day :)

    Classic Au Cheval Double Cheeseburger General Jane's Fried Chicken
    Chris D.

    It was a fannnnnntttttassstic burger. I don't know how this compares to Chicago, but this is legit the best burger I have eaten in a while. I didn't do the egg, which I regret, but did get the thick cut bacon. The burger is a must! It's probably the best burger I have eaten in a long time. Hospitality wise, it was top notch. This group knew I had a shellfish allergy and took extra time to make sure there was no cross contamination with the burger. The wings were good as well, but I wouldn't bank on it being the draw. They also come with a warm towel, which is a really nice touch. Overall, just a great experience. I have been twice, so it is more than a one time stop.

    Jessie H.

    Make reservations ahead of time as they do get busy. We came here for lunch - had a 12:15pm reservation and were seated promptly. It was pretty spacious inside. Tables are a little close together but it was ok. We got the double cheeseburger with egg, fried bologna, and fries w/aioli sauce. Fries were perfect and loved the sauce - would get the fries everytime. The fried bologna was good but salty - needed to get a coke to help cut through it. The cheeseburger was delicious. I have been to the one in chicago before and so wanted to try the NYC location. We tried the matcha lemonade - tasted more like just lemonade - would not get this again. Friendly staff and would come back! Great place to bring out of towners.

    Elizabeth B.

    I'm still dreaming about the burger, no exaggeration. It's easily one of the best I've ever had. The flavors in the burger...the richness, everything about it just hits. I actually went twice in a short span, first with coworkers, and then I had to bring my fiancé back because it was that good. Beyond the food, the service was just as memorable. Our waitress was incredibly attentive, warm, and made the whole experience feel effortless. The energy of the space paired with that level of hospitality really sets this place apart. Already planning my next visit.

    Michael C.

    Arguably the best burger I've ever had. I still have a bunch to try out in the city, but this one was so memorable for me. Everything about it was perfect and delicious. Pricing was fair, relatively speaking. Service was fast and all staff were nice. Cool vibe on the inside. Will definitely come back!

    Classic Au Cheval Double Cheeseburger
    Brooke K.

    I want to start by saying the service and ambiance were great, this review has nothing to do with that. They were even playing old school hip hop during lunch, which I really enjoyed. I kept seeing so many reviews about the burger here, so I had to try it. I made a lunch reservation and ordered the double cheeseburger with bacon, egg, and fries. The waitress explained that burgers are only served medium or well done, which was fine since I usually order medium and expect some pink and a juicy center. When the burger arrived, the bacon looked amazing and the egg was perfectly cooked. But once I cut into it, there was no pink at all, it was more well done and lacked juiciness. The waitress kindly replaced it, but after waiting a bit, the second burger came out exactly the same. At that point, I didn't want to make a scene, so I kept it, but it was still overcooked and disappointing. For the price point, I expected better execution, especially for something they're known for. The fries were good, though. Overall, I left a bit disappointed.

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    Does the burger come with fries?

    What is the noise level like?

    Noisy when full

    How can I make a reservation?

    You can reserve through their website https://auchevalnyc.com/. Enjoy!

    Do they still have bone marrow? I don't see it on their menu.

    They didn't have the night we went, I believe it's gone at the moment.

    Are they open for lunch now?

    Yes!

    Is Au Cheval NYC closed for good?

    No, it is open now

    What is the downstairs bar/food menu? Is it different than upstairs?

    Smaller menu that is similar. Speak easy vibe and very loud but deff a cool spot

    How much for a horse sandwich?

    They don't serve horse.

    How long should I expect to spend here at dinner time on a Thursday? Trying to figure out if we have time to eat here before an 8 pm show at MSG

    Once you get your table, 45min to an hour depending how fast you normally eat. But be warned, there's usually very long wait for dinner. Not sure if they take reservations.

    Do they serve the same menu available on their website for lunch as well?

    I think so, except on weekends when it'll be the brunch menu. But, I suggest sending them an email with your question. In my experience they respond pretty quickly.

    Do they offer a gluten free option like the one in Chicago (hash brown buns)?

    Yes-- they offer lettuce buns. They also have gluten-free/dairy-free/vegetarian menus available

    I went for dinner and the chilaquiles were not available. I see them (in yelp phtoos) on the menu only after 11pm or 12am. And looks like they're either on the lunch and/or brunch menu. Can anyone clarify?

    They were on the dinner menu while I was there. Maybe they had just run out?

    Is there happy hour? If so, when and what time? Thx!

    Nope; your question made me chuckle. There is a very current list of worthwhile happy hours over at ny eater dot com. Worthwhile and time-convenient happy hours are scarce at top Manhattan places. Consider Vini e Fritti in Flatiron.

    Do they serve horse meat here?

    Not on the menu. Cheval = horse Au Cheval = fried egg on your burger… 

    Is brunch served all day?

    Yup

    Will/can they cook the burger medium rare? When I went to the restaurant in Chicago, I was told their assembly line production method for the burger does not permit this, and it came medium, which is too well done for me.

    Patties are thin so they are prepared medium

    Does the burger taste and cost the same as it does in Chicago?

    It tastes the same, but is slightly more expensive! They have the NYC menu posted in their website now

    What are the hours?

    This week it's 10am-3pm and then reopens at 5pm-11pm

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