Francie absolutely lives up to the hype for a special-occasion dinner: warm, buzzy room, beautiful…read moreplating, and a menu that leans classic-French-with-a-twist in a way that feels both indulgent and playful. Highlights (would order again): - Foie gras canelé - $15 each so yes, it's pricey for the size, but it's genuinely delicious. Rich foie flavor with a surprise sweetness that totally works and makes it feel more like a savory-dessert bite than a standard foie app. - Duck pithivier - basically "beef Wellington but with duck," with that flaky pastry moment and deep, cozy flavor. - Desserts: the "canard au citron" lemon meringue is almost too cute to eat (there's a little duck!) and it was my favorite dessert of the night: bright, citrusy, and not too heavy. The yuzu frozen yogurt was clean and refreshing, and the chocolate brownie pie hits the rich/chocolate craving perfectly. Also tried: - Crab crepe - my friend described it as a "Caesar salad wrap with a soggy tortilla in the best way," which was weirdly accurate. Tasty, but texturally soft (know what you're getting). - Honeynut squash bombolini - slightly sweet from the squash, fun little bite. - Pappardelle + agnolotti - comforting, saucy pasta energy (and great for sharing). - Colorado lamb - the only real miss for me: lamb itself was a bit salty, though the sides/sauce situation was delicious. Overall: inventive without being fussy, and everything feels very intentional. Portions are on the smaller/fine-dining side and the prices add up fast, but the execution is strong and the dessert game is elite. I'd come back for the duck pithivier + lemon duck dessert combo alone. They're also known for their duck which is a massive portion for $120 or $150 (I forgot the price) - have heard this is incredible so will need to come back to try that as well. Service was also great. Definitely deserve the Michelin star.

Wow. WOW. I had some…read moreexpectations but this dinner far exceeded them. We initially came in to try the Restaurant Week but decided to get the Duck instead. Started with the carpaccio- I never eat mushrooms and this is the dish I'd come back here for. Fantastic. Every bite was amazing. The short rib pasta (agnolotti)- perfect portion and blend of flavors. And the star of the show, the crown of duck... perfect. The presentation and flavor.. the parsnip that came with it was also a favorite. Ended the evening with the canard au citron.. not a fan of sweets but this was very lemony and not too sweet. All in all, outstanding.

Good food in a comfortable neighborhood space…read more There have been several restaurants in this corner location. The cocktails are creative and tasty. The Onion Soup was quite good. We enjoyed the meat platter and cheese platter. The service was attentive.

The ambience was absolutely stunning! The live music was also wonderful. If you dream of going to…read moreParis one day, definitely go check this place out. Food was authentic. I will definitely be coming back. The beef bourguignon is an absolute favorite! The service was also phenomenal.

I just stopped by for a drink and discovered the amazing Fraise Crémeuse. Jorge suggested it, what…read morea great bartender very attentive and welcoming. I had such a good experience that I had to post about it. I'll definitely be coming back!

Excellent and very authentic French food. Outstanding service by Carlos D. The Cabernet Franc was…read morevery good for $90. Profiterol was a great dessert choice. Great food at a reasonable price.

One of the best Tuna tartars I've ever eaten! Beef bourginon was yum great menu options put…read moretogether service was also great no complaints will be back for sure perfect authentic French cuisine drinks are amazing too. I recommend this place

I came here on a Monday night for dinner. We made reservations, so we had no problems getting a…read moretable. It's a fairly small restaurant, but the space is cozy. We ordered the goat cheese pastries as an appetizer, which were wrapped in phyllo dough. Crispy and delicious! I ordered the coq au vin. There was a generous portion of chicken. The whole dish was very flavorful. For dessert, we shared the crème brûlée. It didn't have a very firm set, but it was still good. I thought the service here was great, too.

Friendliest staff in NYC ive ever encountered. It's a cozy romantic kind of classy place... But…read morehappy to seat a few tourists touring elementary ages kids. The host had even set a table aside for us with coloring pages (based on the mural on the opposite wall, which they loved realizing). Everything was absolutely perfect. The Gougère (a cheese puff pastry) was airy, light and I loved it, more than anyone else at the table. The fried artichokes were more broiled (tasted healthier) and came in a slightly acidic tahini sauce. The sauce was a light layer on the dish instead of on top to keep the brussel sprouts from getting soggy. I got the moules frites, fantastic, no notes. My son got the kids steak and fries which came with a salad he ate first. The price ($22) for a "kids" meal seemed steep, but the steak alone was probably worth the price, and actually seasoned. This is the type of kids meal that builds kids who actually like food. We got some zero cocktails (not enough sleep to drink and travel the next day) and they were great. If I'm at the NU hotel again, this is going to be a must stop place. Total bull was 222 (before tip) for 3 adults and 2 kids. So expensive, but well worth it, and honestly not terrible for NYC standards.

A very cute restaurant with complimentary coat/bag check! The outdoor patio would be nice on a good…read moreday but I came here on a rainy/chilly day! I was torn between the smoked trout scramble and the Nicoise but without olives since I'm not a fan but on the waiter's suggestion I ordered the Nicoise. Not a knock on the waiter at all but the olive aioli that he said was on it tasted way too olive-y for me so I had to send it back and ordered the scramble instead! I also had a small piece of the socca bread and wasn't a fan. There wasn't a lot of smoked trout in it but pairing it with the hash brown or spread on the toast was the best move for flavor profile. Overall a decent experience but I wouldn't rush to come back!

Stopped into Le Crocodile for drinks after an event and absolutely loved the vibe. I had the Peach…read moreCosmo -- refreshing, perfectly balanced, and not overly sweet at all Exactly what I wanted.. Even though we didn't stay for dinner, every dish coming out of the kitchen looked incredible and the atmosphere felt effortlessly chic and welcoming. Definitely one of those places that makes you immediately want to come back and experience the full menu. Can't wait to return for dinner next time

Le Crocodile is one of those places that actually lives up to the hype, which is rare these days. I…read morewent in expecting a solid French brasserie, but the whole experience felt a step above that without trying too hard. The space is beautiful in that understated Brooklyn way. High ceilings, soft lighting, and just enough energy in the room to make it feel lively without being chaotic. It works equally well for a date, a dinner with friends, or even a solo meal at the bar. Food-wise, everything felt intentional. The menu leans classic French, but it doesn't feel heavy or outdated. The roast chicken is the obvious move for a reason. It's simple, but perfectly done. The kind of dish that makes you realize how good something basic can be when executed right. The steak frites were also solid, and the sauces across the board stood out more than expected. Service was polished but not stiff. They know what they're doing, but it never feels rehearsed or overbearing. If I had to nitpick, it's not cheap, and portions aren't massive, but you're not really coming here for volume anyway. It's more about the overall experience. Overall, Le Crocodile hits that balance of being a "nice night out" spot without feeling like a production. Definitely somewhere I'd come back to.

A lovely place with very spacious and comfortable seating. A nice selection on the menu. I had the…read moreFrench dip on ciabatta it was amazing with a side of fresh cut fries. My wife had the grilled chicken sandwich. Sadly it was lacking seasoning and flavor. We got her a little oil and vinegar on the side to salvage it. She did love the fries and bread as well. Most surprising, we got French onion soup and it had zero flavor. It's pretty hard to mess up French onion soup, even more weird being in a French restaurant. Hopefully it was just an off day where they forgot to add a few ingredients. Either way stick to the French dip if you check out the place and you can't go wrong. Brasserie - Au revoir!

When our original late lunch plans fell through my girlfriend, niece, and I ended up dining at…read moreBrasserie. It was around 3PM so the place was pretty empty and we were seated right away. We were the only customers dining in but there was a steady line of people picking up food to-go. Service was very friendly and the food was great. I got the French Dip Au Jus and my girlfriend got the Brasserie Burger with mushrooms and Swiss cheese (cooked medium). My niece is 20 months old so we just decided we'd let her have some bites of our food. The food took a little bit to come out, but I guess that means it really is made to order. I started off with the French Dip and it had a decent amount of meat on it. The bread was nicely toasted and the Jus was super flavorful. My niece actually liked it a lot and dipped her french fries in it. Even without the Jus the sandwich meat was moist and flavorful while the bread did a good job of soaking up the juices and adding crunch. The burger was also surprisingly good. The patty was actually cooked to medium so it was also juicy and flavorful. Mushroom and swiss is an undefeated combo on burgers provided the meat is good, and in this case the meat was quite good. Both entrees came with some fries and greens which were average. We also had black coffee with our food which was pretty good. It's on the pricier side, but it seems to be reflected in the quality of the food. I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this spontaneous meal. I would certainly come back.

Correctness/Taste (1-5): Despite me getting a very basic dish which was steak and frites, it was…read moreexecuted quite well. The steak was seasoned very well and charred haha, good eggs as well. The Crème brûlée was delicious. - 4/5 Value (1-5): I think for what you are paying for, you get quite a lot, eggs, steak and potatoes . - 5/5 Customer Service (1-5): My server was extremely nice and chill. (5/5)

Great French bistro in fort green. Nice service. Tables close bistro style. Food comes out quickly…read more.generous portion sizes. French onion soup looked amazing as did the salads. Escargot was good as was the steak frites w salad

Je recommande souvent votre restaurant à des amis. J'ai hâte de peut-être arriver à Pâques !!read more

After passing by several times, my sis and I decided to have an impromptu happy hour. The interior…read moreis decorated with flowers at each table. You're transported to a garden like environment. The staff seemed welcoming as we decided on whether we wanted to sit indoors or out. We shared a cocktail, two HH dishes, an appetizer, and a dessert. Cocktail- Oui, Madamemoiselle is dangerously delicious. It's so palatable and berry tasty. HH dishes - escargot and the steak tartare. Buttery snails is my jam, and steak tartare was deliciously smooth and great with toast. Appetizer - mussels were good and cooked in a white wine sauce. Delicious to sip or eat with baguette. Dessert - we ended the HH time with a cardamom Panna Cotta. The flavors tasted light, felt like it could use a punch or two.

Food was AMAZING!!! Wait Staff, friendly and helpful…read more Cannot wait to go back!! Small restaurant with BIG flavors!'

Buvette was able to accommodate me for an early dinner shortly after my arrival in New York,…read morespecifically the West Village. Buvette is one of five W. Village eateries helmed by power-chef duo Jody Williams and Rita Sodi; four are within a block of each other. I passed the other three (Bar Pisellino, Via Carota, I Sodi) on my way and all had lines out the door. Carota and Sodi are Italian, Buvette is French. There are 2 other Buvettes in Asia and one coming soon in London. Buvette does not do reservations. Buvette is a charming but tiny/cramped space, made more tiny within the last year by NYC's removal of pandemic-era street patios which greatly helped dining capacity. Buvette may sometimes have a few front sidewalk tables, and there's a tiny outdoor patio in the back. The tables and dishware are also tiny. There's a kitchen in the back, but some food is also prepared below the bar in front, where there seem to be some ovens. The food seems reliably consistent here. The menu is short but there are daily specials. I ordered a non-alcoholic ginger soda, crab tartine (a special), lobster a l'Americaine (lobster pot pie) and frites. The soda is always on the menu and is refreshing, with a nice snap of ginger. The crab tartine was fab, a fresh crab salad with avocado atop toast. The lobster pot pie was made in the under-bar oven, a small serving of lobster and veggies with a golden puff pastry topper. Delish. The frites were nicely crisp, served with an aioli. Service was okay, but my hot food took about 45 minutes to come out, apparently because my ticket was lost. Overall a pleasant meal, my first during this visit.