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    Benoit

    3.6 (644 reviews)
    PriceyFrench, Wine Bars
    Closed 11:30 am - 9:30 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Our traditional Cassoulet
    Joel S.

    Very nice Robuchon restaurant in midtown. Hit all of the right notes. Service was just right. Cocktails were very good. Bread was excellent. Salad was very good. The cassoulet was very good and I certainly can't dispute the chef's credentials, but not the best I've ever had. We were served hot Madelines for dessert. Prices were a bit expensive, so I'm not sure of the value proposition. I'm sure it fits in with other expensive Manhattan French restaurants. The prices take it out of the every day category and into the land of splurge.

    Evelyn M.

    I went here as a walk in with a coworker friend and was immediately seated. I love the vibe when you first walk in - there is a walk in area that looks very cute, perfect for small bites and a drink or coffee. When you walk a little deeper inside, there is a classy dining room area with coat check if needed. I thought the food was wonderful. We went during restaurant week and had the $60 three course meal. The duck confit was absolutely phenomenal, best duck I had in my entire life. The meat just fell right off the bone and it was so soft and tender, melt in your mouth. The crème brûlée was also something that needed mentioning - I recommend getting just one and sharing it between two people. I polished off my dessert though, simply because I wanted to, but I would have felt less sick if I shared it with my friend instead. This was such a perfect little place to go to if you have the budget for it. Some items I did raise an eyebrow at the price, but they do have smaller and more reasonably priced items if you want to dine classy on a budget.

    Ravioli
    Brandon U.

    TL;DR: Quintessential French bistro in NYC Seating is separating between a bar near the front and a main dining area in the back. Both are well fitted, but I'd recommend the main dining area for dinner. Most of the seats are private-ish vs being in the center of the room in the midst of the people walking by. This is an Alain Ducasse restaurant, and it lives up the expectation. Portions are generous. The food is flavored well without being too salty. We had the arugula salad (huge portion), mussels with frites (savory sauce perfect for dipping the bread), and the ravioli (firm texture, soft lamb inside). The highlight was the ravioli--definitely order it when you come here. The service was top tier with someone coming by to check on water, progress, etc every couple minutes. They also change utensils and clean off the table of crumbs after each course. Despite this service, the prices are very reasonable at $30-50/ppl.

    Caesar Salad
    Stephen C.

    Honestly waited a few months for this review as I believe in second chances (but not thirds). My first visit unfortunately ended with food poisoning (assuming from the tartare), so I decided to give this spot another try. The Caesar salad was decent, but unfortunately I received a well done skirt steak (inedible) after ordering medium-rare, as recommended by the server. Normally not a big deal, likely a mix-up in the kitchen which happens, however the service staff was unhelpful in fixing the order and resolving the issue. Adieu Benoit!

    Benoit profiteroles
    Sarah S.

    I find this resto in recommendations from the influencer Hello French. Also, I visit Alan Ducasse chocolate shop in Paris, so I was curious about his bistro in NYC. I went on a Sunday at noon without a reservation. You are given complimentary bread & butter, and I also had cheese profiteroles. I ordered the Straight Outta 55th for my cocktail of choose (really enjoyed it and ordered a second). For food I had a tarte flambée (too cheesy for my taste, but did remind me of the tarte flambée that I had in Alsace), tartare bœuf (and came with a salad), and the profiteroles (it's milk chocolate, but I think it would be better with dark). I really enjoyed all my food. Service was attentive without being overbearing. I received my food in a timely manner and the server waited until I finished my entree before giving me my plat. When my coat dropped to the floor from the back of my chair an employee was quick to pick it up before I could even get out of my chair! I would definitely recommend, and I will be back myself when I'm in NYC.

    Poulet Roti and Cooking Jus for 1
    Rob C.

    An excellent French restaurant. Service is top notch with real French speaking servers. Loved the cheese bread balls that come at the outset. Delicious Complimentary bread was nicely toasted. Had the of menu foie gras. Healthy portion. Would like a little more balsamic though. Chicken dish was delicious. As a habit I rarely order chicken at a restaurant but this had a nice herbs flavour. Be sure to get a lot of sauce. Good portion. Overall a solid classy meal.

    Rebecca P.

    My first Michelin star restaurant! Reservations are available for lunch if you are looking the day of. After a two hour climbing session, I was ravenous, but also wanted to see if there were some Michelin star restaurants available. Two restaurants near me were available and I wanted to try French! French food has never been my favorite, but surely a Michelin star would be worth it. Yes, I was in my climbing workout outfit and did get a quick side eye from the host, but everyone else inside was very pleasant. When seated, they presented a complimentary cheese bread, much like the Brazilian style pao de quejo. Very delicious! The official bread and butter came out afterwards, which was fresh and delicious. The butter had a"B" imprinted on it! For my cocktail, I ordered the mon cherry, which has a slight tartness and smoothness that compliments each other very well. Escargot was my appetizer option and the duck as my main entree. Escargot was amazing and helped me get through all the bread! Now the entree, I never had a more delicious duck! Perfectly crisp on the outside and juicy in the inside. I have a sensitivity to game, but they cooked it perfectly, where I had no trouble finishing! The mustard sauce with the eggplant was a perfect balance to it. As an addition, they also brought out duck foi gras, which was rich, but not overly done. Next I can't tell you how amazing the pistachio souffle with raspberry sorbet was! This dessert reminds me of a soft egg dish in Korea that I grew up with or a fluffy pancake from Japan. It gets better with every bite and not too sweet at all! Didn't leave any food behind! I would go back in a heartbeat!

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    Simply one of the best dining experiences (and wine lists) ever. Can't recommend Benoit enough.

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