WOWWW HIGHLY RECOMMENDED Must get: THE FRENCH TOAST & THE FRENCH ONION SOUP This was the fluffiest french toast I have ever had in my life. I almost cried. The french onion soup was outstanding as well (voted best onion soup in NYC daily news) Also...the poached eggs. I've never seen poached eggs made so perfectly. Honestly, the chef is an artist. This is really an excellent French breakfast/brunch spot. Hole in the wall, quaint, super tiny (only seats 18 total inside, with 3 small tables outside as well) Everything we ordered was made extremely well and the service was warm and friendly. I can't wait to come back for brunch or lunch or dinner. Disclaimer: CASH ONLY read more

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This place is great. Their Croque Monsieur is amazingly delicious! The ambience is also very cozy. The unique French toast also looks interesting, I will try it next time. read more

Oh, Cafe Triskell, where have you been all my life? This is quickly become our favorite brunch spot in Astoria- cozy and homey with amazing French fare. It helps that we love the staff too. The highlight for us is always the Skewered Brioche French Toast- homemade brioche lightly battered and cooked to perfection, dusted with sugar and served with berry compote, maple syrup, and a choice of Maplewood bacon or sausage. For $11 with a coffee or tea, this is easily one of our favorites. The brioche is crunchy on the outside but soft and fluffy on the inside. You can eat the whole dish without the sauces and still enjoy it just as much- the homemade brioche really does magic. The Chicken & Lamb Bisteya is my second favorite- Shredded chicken & lamb with spices & almonds wrapped in phyllo dough, served with baby arugula salad. The dough is crispy but chewy, the perfect combination for the crust and the meat is very well spiced and delicious. As someone who doesn't eat that much meat for breakfast/lunch, this is one of my favorites even though it's heavy on the meat. The serving size is perfect to just be satiated and not over-eat. The brunch drink selection is limited but very reasonable at $5. The dessert crepes are exactly as I remember from France- paper thin and both crisp and chewy. The sweet filling was spread thin- exactly how we like it, as any more and it would have been overwhelming. The perfect light dessert to end any meal! read more

This place really is the "little restaurant that could." This place is so miniscule, but they always manage to produce a great meal. I used to come by here more often since I used to work a few blocks away, but my visit today made me realize how much I miss this place. For me, this is the quintessential neighborhood gem. This place offers non fancy, rustic, well executed French food, I guess it would be considered a cafe rather than a bistro. I have always left this place happy, well done Chef Phillipe. The food: Escargot- sautéed snail, bacon, cherry tomatoes, herb butter served w/ bread. I am such a sucker for snails, they have such a nice texture and flavor, or at least it picks up the flavor it cooks in well. I would say a snail, for those who haven't tried it, is like a chewier mushroom. Ideally a snail that is cooked and served in the shell is the way to go but that is such a rare thing to see now a days, but the snails here are very good none the less. And don't forget to drown the bread in the garlic butter. nom http://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=0NgqgV8XOOyT71ua81AZEw&userid=Y_iTTjKvV5hLy-880SZzlA Triskell Savory Crepes- Button mushrooms, Swiss cheese & herb butter. I really thought this combo worked well. The Swiss cheese they use here was such a high quality cheese with a great chew. The mushroom and herb butter offered a nice earthy note. Croque Madame- hot sandwich with ham, Swiss cheese, and bechamel sauce plus egg served with a side house salad and potato chips. So I was kinda tricked into believing that a ham and cheese sandwich was so boring and plain, oh no, not here it wasn't. I only really ordered it since it seemed like everyone ordered it. And I can soundly say it is the greatest ham and cheese sandwich I ever ate. Period. http://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=R3hQc0gyWtiuqUsc_qOQHQ&userid=Y_iTTjKvV5hLy-880SZzlA Dessert Crepe- homemade banana and chocolate jam. Oh sweet Moses...when the crepe was served, I immediately had the "I am going to be disappointed' feeling. Shame on me. The crepe looks very basic and the condiment is served on the side. The crepe felt more like a paper thin waffle with a hint of sweetness. The crepe was crunchy yet slightly chewy and the banana and chocolate jam was sweet but not over the top sweet. I am a fan of their sweet and savory crepes. http://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=cloN2ebb4V6lZndoUdADIQ&userid=Y_iTTjKvV5hLy-880SZzlA read more

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Been eating there for years. Chef serves the very best onion soup in nyc!!! Service great and plays great music. Has large variety of really good crepes and sliced steak is perfect. Specials are unique and the salads have great dressing. Phillipe is a true master chef and my family is full of cooks so we discuss coking with him. read more

Cute and cozy place. Friendly service. Good food. Perfect place for brunch.

I came here after reading all the great Yelp reviews and Im so glad I did. The place its tiny and only takes cash but let me tell you the food makes up for it. Here are the things I tried, French onion soup which was amazing and mind you I don't even like French onion soup. The French toast were the best I ever had, croque monsierur was very tasty and the nutella, banana crepe was pretty good. I will be coming back read more

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One of my favorite brunch spots and where I go to when I'm craving French. Had their brunch specials that consist of a drink and main. I had Croque Monsieur with a cup of coffee one time and Eggs Nordic with glass of mimosa another time. Both times I shared a crepe for dessert with a friend - their crepe is French style, super thin, not too sweet, very light. I've tried their Lemon and sugar crepe, simple but so good. I hope to visit soon to try their lunch/dinner menu! read more

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Very good French onion soup. Possibly best I've had. Very friendly staff. Awful music though - rap and hip hop in a French restaurant? Weird

For a duck à l'orange that will knock your socks off, look no further than Cafe Triskell. My spouse found this cozy hole in the wall over a decade ago, and I'm so thankful for it every time we visit. From his buttery, herbaceous escargots to his perfectly seasoned steak frites, Chef Philippe never disappoints. Don't forget to finish your meal with a sweet buckwheat crepe. They're to die for. read more

Enjoyed my experience here with my partner. Food was tasty and the overall service and experience were great. I would return to this establishment recommend read more

I really enjoy their brunch and love their beet salad. I would give 5 stars but getting into the restaurant can be such a mess. There's typically a wait to get in, but every other time I go the waitress is so overwhelmed and never writes our names down to remember the order of guests waiting to be seated. Last time I went there were four different groups waiting outside and she said she forgot the order and to figure it out amongst ourselves LOL read more

Good, not excellent. My dad and I were on our way to a Greek Restaurant, when this restaurant caught my father's eye. There was a woman sitting with her partner by the "window" area, and she recommended that we try the food. My dad has previously visited this restaurant about 5 years ago but had never been back. I didn't really want crepes, but thought let's give it a try. My dad and I both had the Peach Sangria. I guess it was freshly made and not stirred. It tasted like water at first, and when we got to the bottom we realized all of the alcohol was on the bottom - it was like having a shot when you got to the bottom of the drink. For apps we had the goat cheese salad (delicious), my dad had the french onion soup and seemed very pleased. For main course I had the lamb, chicken, cheese and spinach crepe? My dad had the smoked salmon crepe. He seemed happy. My crepe had a strong taste of curry and was plain and simply not good. Maybe it had tumerin? I had asked the waitress for goat cheese instead of sharp cheddar and noticed that my plate looked super plain while my father's was beautifully decorated. Then I looked up at the decor while talking to my dad and noticed a pic of the chef with the line "I hate special orders" something along those lines. I thought: "whoops, that may be why I got a plain plate!" Anyways, service was exceptional, decor was nice, and set up of the restaurant is very cute. I wish they had non-crepe dessert options. I will be back, but will stay clear of the lamb and chicken crepe. (they should add info about the spice if it contains tumeric or curry so that the next guest is not as surprised as I was) read more

Staff was friendly and nice. I don't know why these other reviews said the service was bad. The waitress and the chief was so courteous. Food was great!! I will definitely go back there again. read more

AMAZING!!! Came here for brunch. Two of us - we ordered four entrees Bc we couldn't get enough :) I felt like I was back in France. Light and delicious. Left there not feeling heavy or like crap. That's important for me Bc I know I'm getting the best of the best ingredients. Thank you Chef! One side note for owner - better ventilation needed Bc you will leave there smelling like the griddle. All of our clothes had to go in the wash. read more

Unassuming 'hole in the wall' serving fine dining quality French food with generous portions. Our 3 teens, new to French cuisine, even "Loved" the food. We all couldn't stop eating despite being already beyond full. The Buckwheat crepes we're perfectly scrumptious and the best we ever had. (Cinnamon, Banana Nutella and the Butter were the 3 different types we tried) Escargot, Pan seared Tuna, Rib Eye, Cordon Bleu, Monsiuer Sandwich... All delicious! No need to dress up was a bonus on top of genuinely friendly service. Wishing we lived here to come back for more! Best meal we have had in New York during our week long visit. read more

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The most delicious food in all of Astoria and Long Island City. From the music to the food, you are instantly transported to a quaint French town. If you want great food, a great atmosphere, and an amazingly personalized food experience, come here. read more

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The outside is very unassuming, easy to miss if you're not actually seeking it out, or even if you are. We came after dinner for late night desserts, and got the sweet crepes. I went with the Lemon and Sugar crepe with berry compote. It was yummy, thin and just crisp around the edges. The light buckwheat flavor was distinctly noticeable, as was the sweet tang from the lemon. But let's be honest, I could've probably eaten 3 of them, so I'm docking a star for value. Service was very accommodating, with both the waitstaff and cook from behind the bar welcoming us upon arrival. Neither rushed us as we sat alongside the windows, clearly the last patrons in the place. The space is quite dark and cozy, and the warm ambiance perfect to close out a cold winter evening. read more

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This place has real Sarrasin (buckwheat) crepe just like in France. So few places do so this was a nice surprise. Major points for this. The egg was perfectly runny and the ham delicious. Having had such a stellar experience with the savory I then ordered a dessert crepe of Nutella, as I usually do in France. Big disappointment with this one. The Nutella crepe barely had any Nutella, it was just sprinkled on top instead of the thick layer inside that it's supposed to have. The crepe was also too thin and dry. In short-savory is the way to go here, the sweet crepes still need some work. Oh and they have a changing table in the bathroom! Good to know they're baby friendly as it's a small space. read more

Cafe Triskell - Dessert crepe-supposedly a Nutella crepe but had almost no Nutella to speak of - French Near Me - Astoria, New York

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This place is a must visit if you live in astoria. Amazing French onion soup, delicious authentic French crepes and mouth watering mussels. Brunch is great, service is always friendly, and I've never had a bad meal here. A MUST try place. read more

FYI: Cash Only So I've come here twice now and both times I've ordered the Banana Nutella Crepe. The first time it was good but the second time it was GREAT. I'm assuming since the first time we went all 6 of us ordered it and it wasn't made with the same love as my ONE was made. But overall it was great. It's nothing fancy or amazing about it, just a original, delicious, yummy crepe. We also tried the Eggs Nordic and it was great. The prices are definitely over priced, but if your a crepe lover, it's worth the savory-ness of the Nutella-Banana crepe. read more

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Cute little joint in the neighborhood. We walked in for brunch on a sat Cus one of our friends really likes French food and decided to try this out with their great reviews. Food were real great and our waitresses were friendly and attentive. We had a great time here. We came hungry so for the 3 of us we got 5 dishes to share. I must rave about their beef hash. So fresh and not your typical one that u get anywhere else. All their crepe dishes seems very well made too. Thin and crispy just the way it should be. We got a savory ham and cheese one + a banana Nutella and whipped cream one as our dessert. No disappointment at all! So overall we got the following French Onion soup -must get! Super yum Croque Madame (the toast with butter and ham + cheese + egg) one of my fave French dish!! Main course we got The savory ham and cheese crepe (it was huge) Some lamb and chicken wrap dish (cool presentation) My fave the beef hash that came with greens. Yummmmmmy!! Only thing is..cash only guys! So come prepared read more

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The food is undoubtedly not bad, but the attitude ...*sigh*. Let's begin. Food: it is undeniable that the food here is phenomenal. I had the French Toast brunch and the other people in my party ordered the beautiful corned beef with potatoes. Everything tasted great, but for $20 a pop, it's quite expensive. Our dessert, banana nutella crepe, was tiny, but quite tasty. The coffee was normal - I expected something much better to complement my $20 meal. Service: we walked in at around 11:07 a.m., and there was a Japanese-American customer who was seated at a table waiting for her other guest. Inexplicably, we were told that we had to wait outside before we could be seated. 2 out of 3 were present, though! The place was also empty except for that woman. After we were seated, another woman came in and asked for a table for four, but nobody from her party had shown up yet. This customer was told to be seated at one of the outdoor tables to wait for the rest of her party. I have a feeling that the serve discriminated against me for being a larger male. Hey, fat people matter, too! The server excelled in other areas, however - my coffee cup was constantly being refilled and I was never short on water. Decor: small space, not much to see here. "Cash only," in addition to the issues described above, makes this cafe too pretentious for me. I recommend Cafe Henri for a better experience. read more

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Always a delight. A serious French chef behind the wheels. Light Bistro food, with the crepes as a specialty. The flour he uses is the dark type (I don't remember the name - buckwheat?) they use in Brittany, France. European butter. Mmmmmmmmm If you like the crepes, try the other French items on the menu. Onion soup, mussels, and croque madame are my favorites read more

Cute Café Triskell had attracted my attention a few months back walking past after another meal. It went straight into my notes though, and a recent nearby event made it very convenient to go back and eat. The inviting yellow inside and out as well as French cottage decor make a very inviting place overall, but on this Sunday's mid-afternoon, loud bass was pumping from next door, making the audio of the place a bit disorienting. I could not help myself with the first item on the menu, immediately ordering up the French onion soup ($5.75). Grandma has set the bar impossibly high on this item, but the rendition here is far from disappointing, with crispy cheese oozing over and around the crock. The broth is spot on, and only made me sad to reach the bottom, picking and spooning tiny morsels until my bowl was finally removed from the table. In between courses I inquired about the origin of the triskell, a symbol used prominently in the signage of this place, and obviously its namesake. Mr. Fallait, the chef and owner didn't seem used to the question or was very busy, but alluded to the Celtic influences in the seas north of France and in Bretagne, the origin of the crêpe. I was lucky enough to be joined for this meal by five others and we sampled quite a variety of items, including the behemoth chicken, vegetables & goat cheese ($9.75), by far the largest crêpe of the day, and quite tasty in all its peppery goodness. The cheese was nothing out of the ordinary, but goat cheese never needs to be to satisfy. The second favorite was the button mushroom, Swiss cheese & herb butter crêpe ($7.95). The Swiss is in between the fold, while the mushrooms are loaded on top and full of flavor. The butter is quite subtle, but all the herbs bring together the rest of the tastes quite well. Also on offer are a set of three sandwiches, of which the croque-madame ($9.95) is the most awe-sinspiring. It's a basic ham & cheese sandwich served on delicious thick and fluffy bread and topped with an egg, making things interesting. The sandwich is tasty and satisfying, but sticking to the crêpes here is probably a better idea. We also ordered a lemon & sugar crêpe ($4.75) for a dessert to share and were treated to a butter & sugar ($4.50) on the house. The two thin and sweet crêpes made for the perfect ending to a thoroughly enjoyable meal. It was so comfortable inside that it almost made me sad to leave the quaint place, especially since the pounding bass from next door had subsided. read more

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It's been a while since I last wrote a review of Café Triskell; however, it's high time I pay tribute to the truly outstanding specials that Philippe has to offer. 1. Seared foie gras over a blueberry and pomegranate reduction. This would be my ideal, last meal dish. Lightly crispy on the outside, but creamy, buttery, sweet and just delicious inside. Every savoury bite just melts in your mouth. I could eat this in the bath. It's one of life's sinful pleasures. And you'll find no better than at Café Triskell. 2 Lobster, chorizo risotto - unbelievably good. The texture, fluffy, the feel creamy and the punch - just a bit spicy. The lobster cooked to perfection is accompanied by a pinch of thai chili paste that takes this meal to a whole new level. It's the missing link to what French cuisine should have always been. Chefs touting their bland, monotone cheesy excuses will only have hatred for Philippe on this one. I feel for them. Once you've tried the risotto at Triskell - you won't want it anywhere else. 3. Whole grilled sardines. Nothing pleases me more than tearing into these. Briny goodness and ingeniously simple. Not a fan of fresh, mediterranean fish? For me, the oiler the better. Philippe's take - simple. They are grilled to perfection with just a hint of fresh herbs. Wash it down with a glass of pinot blanc, sancerre or a muscadet. 4. Monkfish à la provençale with Basmati rice. Maybe it's the Indian in me or rather it's Philippe's fusion of French and asian cuisine. It's simple perfect, lightly spicy, tender and succulently sweet. Who needs anything else? I sure as hell won't be asking. 5.Coq au vin - yes, you heard me. A dish I'd normally avoid thinking of those sad images of soggy capon soaking in uncooked wine. Philippe's is truly homestyle genius. It's got that hint of marmalade that sends you over edge. It sits on a small bed of flat noodle pasta that soaks up the the juice. 6. Bœuf bourguignon with fettucini - utterly good, douse this with a simple Malbec, and you're on your way home. If you're not a fan of beef stew, you will be converted after trying this. Just like dear old gran's stew if she were maître de cuisine at a two-star Michelin restaurant. 7.Sweetbreads with black truffle. Offal and other organ meats are usually sadly ignored; however, with the rise of locavore-like restos, they appearing on almost every menu. Philippe told me that he uses the upper, less veiny gland for this number. The texture of the upper gland is softer and while taste is delicate, with a hint of bacon. Topped off with a black truffle infusion. read more

My go-to spot for crepes, mussles, and French onion soup. Going anywhere else for these dishes would be a disservice to you and anyone you're dining with. Super cozy and great spot for a date with the S.O. I'm moving out of Astoria and this is one of the handful of places we will miss dearly. read more

After a wonderful morning sipping some delicious latte at Cafe 1 of a Kind, my adventure took me to the other end of Queens for some awesome brunch. Cafe Triskell is located in Astoria on 36th ave, a few blocks off Broadway. If you are coming over during the weekend, get ready for some crazy traffic, especially on Broadway. Parking: Not too horrible, I was able to find a good amount of parking here Saturday afternoon on 36th ave, if 36th ave is packed, try the side streets like 33th street. Decor and Ambiance: First impression: walked in and was fascinated by the painting that's hung on the wall- you know the one with a giant flying pig with a Chinese rice bowl on its back. I don't know what to think of it but it makes me feel good and I giggled a bit! The restaurant is not very big (around 18 seats and 3 at the bar in front of the kitchen) BUT it is cozy homey and warm, perfect for the winter days! To be quite honest, I don't think I would ever find and walk into this place if it wasn't for Yelp. The entrance is small, you'll probably walk by it and never realize that this place is a restaurant. Our group of 6 came on a cold Saturday afternoon at around 1:30pm (yea, that's our brunch hour ha!), we were greeted by a very friendly server that told us that the wait will be around 15-20 mins but feel free to stay warm inside, so nice of her to do that since it was cold that day. We waited for like 10 minutes and got seated, our waitress was super nice and gave us some good suggestions. In the end we pretty much ordered 1 of each item from their brunch menu (except the Chicken & Lamb Bisteya) and of course their signature French onion soup with aged gruyere & swiss cheese. All food were tasty but our favorites are: FRENCH ONION SOUP WITH AGED GRUYERE & SWISS CHEESE- There's a reason why this was voted best onion soup in NYC Daily News 2013, it was delicious especially on a cold cold day. The cheese was perfectly melted and the soup was flavorful yet NOT SALTY (which is rare because french onion soup tends to be extremely salty for some reason but not here), the onion of course were soft and mushy just the way I like it. Just be careful with your first few bites or else you'll end up with a burnt tongue just like me. What a perfect way to start the meal! MUST TRY!! CROQUE MONSIEUR- Who knew ham egg and swiss could be so delicious and pretty to look at?? Ham and cheese sandwich topped with sunny side up egg, so simple yet delicious, I almost pass out watching that egg yolk slowly drip down only to be absorbed by that soft toast. I'm going to take a wild guess that the egg is farm fresh because you can taste the difference. Eating this is like taking a flavor and texture adventure- you get chewy ham and swiss and then a light crunch from the toast all follow by the milky, creamy egg and yolk... OMG JUST DELICIOUS!!! EAT IT WHILE ITS HOT!!! MUST TRY!! SKEWERED BRIOCHE FRENCH TOAST- It is not a completed brunch without some french toast at the party. and the french toast definitely hit the spot here! I LOVE FRENCH TOAST MADE WITH BRIOCHE!! People use all different types of bread (challah, sourdough, Hawaiian Sweet Bread) but to me, my favorite has to be from brioche, love how brioche soak up all the eggy goodness like a sponge. Our french toast took a little time to prepare but in the end, when we sank our mouth into it, it was all worth it.. slight crunch on the outside and moist soft eggy inside... perfectly executed, what's not to love about it? Don't forget to add the berry compote- it's money! MUST TRY!! Price: Good! Brunch items ranges from $10- $13 and include a choice of coffee, tea, or a soft drink. This is really a great deal consider the quality of food they serve! Overall: LOVE CAFE TRISKELL- Their brunch menu is superb!! their prices is great and their service is excellent! totally a hidden gem in the Astoria. I will surely return to try their lunch and dinner menu. Try to get there either early or later on in the day for their brunch to avoid the crowd (brunch ends at 5pm Saturday & Sunday) and bring an empty stomach as well as CASH!! (CASH ONLY!!!) read more

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I could not write more highly of Cafe Triskell. From the absolutely affable, welcoming demeanor of the proprietor to the impeccably prepared French dishes, I am left yearning to come back as soon as possible. As everyone else has indicated, the French onion soup is simply divine, and alongside the escargot it makes you calm down, savor, and feel thankful to be human. The skewered French toast, with its golden, rich syrup and berry compote, thickly sliced and softened through and through, is the forbidden food of the gods. You almost feel unprivileged to be consuming such a wonder. The croque Monsieur/Madame is also hearty, happy meal unto itself. Please get out of my way when I return! read more

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Amazing food, be prepared to wait outside tho! The service is slow but there's only one server so I can't really complain. Not sure if it was on purpose but both times I went, the server helped the white customers first and then me and my poc friends even tho we got there before the other parties. Kinda made us feel uncomfortable eating there. I went for the food, it was in fact delicious. read more

My friend wanted crepes, so we've decided to come here for dinner one night. This is indeed a very small cafe with about 5-6 tables. The decor was minimal in the dimmed light setting. I can already tell this is a local place because everyone seems to know the staff. The server was really friendly too. To start my friend and I ordered the french onion soup, which was really really good! The melted cheese and caramelized onion just really hit the spot! We've also shared the scallop and mushrooms, which was amazing! Gosh talking about this appetizer is making my mouth water! Then we also shared the mussels and french fries. The mussels were good, especially the broth that it was in. The fries were fried to perfection. After sampling on the appetizers, my friend and I can either eat an entree or a dessert only. So we've chose a sweet crepe instead of a savory one. My friend ordered the chocolate dulce leche crepe, which was not too sweet. As for me I've gotten the poached pear crepe, which was also done really well. The crepe was light, fluffy and crispy at the same time. When you are there, remember to check out their bathroom. It's quite interesting because it is plaster with menus from other French restaurants around the world. For example I saw a menu from French Laundry. I'm not sure why menus of other French venues were in their bathroom. To look at it in a negative way, they are saying "our food is the best and the other restaurants are like crap." Or in a positive attitude, they are saying "now that everything came out smoothly, you should plan where you want to eat next!" read more

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This has been our favorite restaurant in - not just Astoria - but all of NYC for several years now... and the best part of our "weekend ritual". I had mixed feelings writing this review before the pandemic because we (selfishly) didn't want to risk drawing attention to this gem of a place, worried that it would become too busy for us to get a table and ruin its charm. But with so many great restaurants struggling we couldn't do so any longer. The combination of Chef Philippe's cooking, Charlene's hospitality, and the cozy and relaxed vibe make for a truly unparalleled, authentic experience. This is as Parisian a cafe as any you'll find in Europe. Charlene is ultra friendly and accommodating. You'll feel immediately welcome, and the other patrons are local and often French. The wine list they offer is small and though we are partial to the Bordeaux, you can't make a bad choice among them. We've had almost everything on the menu but making our rotation most frequently are the French onion soup, escargot, goat cheese crepe, chicken and lamb crepe, chicken cordon bleu, and ribeye steak. Whatever you might order, Chef Philippe won't disappoint. For us, there is no better way to unwind after a long week and ease in to the weekend than a night at Cafe Triskell. Sipping on wine and taking in the food, music, and company on a given evening, you'll be loath to leave. This is food, service, and ambiance at its peak. read more

This is one of my favorite brunch spots. It's a small and cozy French restaurant which serves some exceptional food. I highly recommend getting the French toast. It's the best I've ever had and it will change the way you think of the iconic dish. The crepes here are also exquisite. They are thin, crispy and full of flavor. read more

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Beautiful food and phenomenal service. Apps: Escargot - the dish that lured us here to begin with; definitely did not disappoint! Pan seared foie gras with braised lettuce and blueberry compote - Orgasmic. Perfectly prepared, delicate and oh-so flavorful. This could be the last thing I ever eat! Entrees: Mussels - 2 whole pounds of awesomeness. Breast of Duck w/ orange veal demi glaze - my better half described it as "RIDICULOUS," which made our server laugh. Perfect sized portion for a 6'2" all American boy :) Dessert: We were completely stuffed and politely declined... However, minutes later our server placed a Butter and Sugar crepe in front of us. Oh my, is this an act of kindness or a challenge?! Either way, our taste buds were grateful. We will def come back to try the others!! As you can tell, we like to order a lot of food. Half of the time it's because we like to try everything, the other half of the time - its because we're afraid the portions will not be enough to fill our bottomless bellies (especially when fancy food is involved)... But I must say, we were completely satisfied and were not left wanting for anything (except maybe just another bite of the foie gras. OMG it was soooooooo good!!!) read more

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On the search for crepes on Yelp, I found the number one place to be this hole in the wall spot not in Manhattan, but Astoria! One of my favorite neighborhoods for good food, casual bars, and down to earth Greeks. No doubt both the savory and sweet crepes here are delicious but it was just my luck that they also have the best french onion soup in NY! It will burn your tongue and melt your heart. They do not skim on the mussels appetizer either - a huge portion with fries that can be shared or eaten as an entree. Be prepared to wait though, I had a 45-minute wait and had to turn away the first time. When you do get seated, get comfy and bon appétit! read more

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Saw the pictures of food on Yelp and was really looking forward to the taste. The French onion soup is worth trying, but the cheese on top is a lil over cooked. The beef hash is good, but I hope there could be some butter on the side. The service, uh, that's why I give a 3 star, you know it when you try it. read more

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This place is amazing. Since our favorite French place got closed in nyc we had to find something to fulfill our taste buds needs, so since I am a proud yelper I found this gem in Astoria. From the outside it doesn't look like much, especially because it can't really seat more than about 20 people altogether, but it's worth the wait and it's worth the squeeze. The food is AMAZING, we love everything that chef makes. The crepes are to die for, the French toast is to die for, the croque Monsieur is amazing and they make some of the best Eggs Nordic I've ever tasted. I also have to mention their lattes, because they are absolutely delicious. And that is coming from a non coffee drinker. Definitely highly recommend this place, most likely you will be seeing is there when you go the only bad thing is that they don't open on mornings on the weekdays until 5pm. read more

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I come here frequently for brunch. The vibe is very cozy and relaxed. It truly feels like home. I usually order the eggs any style and French toast. The eggs are served with sausage, Maplewood bacon, house salad and toast. The dressing on the house salad contains just the right amount of balsamic flavor. The Speciality Homemade French toast is served on a skewer with a berry compote and maple syrup. The berry compote shines; its fruity, sweet, and just brings the whole dish together. The french toast also comes with a choice of a mimosa or a Kir Royale ( I always get the Kir Royale.) The excellent service and delicious food always keeps me coming back. This is definitely one of the best spots for brunch in Astoria. PS: cash only! read more

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Went on a Sunday afternoon for some crepes, and ended up getting brunch and crepes! They advertise brunch until 3pm, but on the menu, it says they serve brunch until 5pm. Brunch comes with either coffee, tea or soft drink. I had the Croque Madam, which comes with salad dressed with honey vinegrette dressing, and a bowl of potato chips. The Croque Madam was good, but not the best I've ever had. Husband had the norveigen eggs (?) not sure of the name, but basically, eggs benedict with salmon. It came with a choice of bacon or salad. He seemed to enjoy his dish and it is reasonably priced. We had nutella & banana crepes. It was good! great even! Can't believe I found a little creperie by our place! :D read more

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This is my all-time favorite French restaurant in NYC and one of my top restaurants in the city overall. It's a cozy atmosphere where you feel like you're going to eat an an amazing chef's home in France. The food is always fresh and incredible. I love the cheeses and the French onion soup is incredible. The brunch is also amazing and so tasty. I had the eggs Florentine and also tasted the vegetarian Croque Monsieur and I already can't wait to return and eat them again lol. I also was eying the quiche and will have to return to try that as well. There's an extensive crepe selection too and they've all been stellar. read more

Cafe Triskell - Eggs Eggs Florentine Such a tasty, juicy dish with delicious biscuit. - French Near Me - Astoria, New York

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