We were in the area again & need a quick cappuccino & crepe. Got the poached pear w/ Choco sauce good, just wished my crepe more well done/toasty like I asked. Cappuccino was okay, but I just got back from Italy so my standards rose really high. Haha...anyways will be back to try others. Service was nice & they were understanding of our culture of loudness. Lolllllll read more

Cafe Triskell - Poach pear Choco sauce - French Near Me - Astoria, New York

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Little French cafe in the middle of Little Brazil. Before heading to the movies, a friend and I wanted to grab a quick bite. We were debating between crepes and arepas, but the outdoor seating at Cafe Triskell helped us make our decision. The owners (I'm assuming) were so nice and charming, making sure we felt comfortable and giving recommendations on the menu. We opted to split the escargot and we each got our own crepes to split. The escargot was a nice start to the meal. I've only had it a few times, but it's never been a poor choice. Cafe Triskell's wasn't bad, but it was less buttery than I would've thought. It tasted like it was cooked in olive oil more so than butter. I did however appreciate the tomato and bacon chunks throughout. The starter bread that came out made for a good pairing. The coiled ones reminded me of a crustier, more buttery croissant. Our crepes were unfortunately a little underwhelming. While ordering, we asked our server if they could be made a meal of, to which he confirmed. It was definitely a lot smaller than I expected when it came out. My cream of spinach and chicken crepe, while tasty, was very deflated. My friend's goat cheese and chicken was much more full-looking. We split each others' crepes, and we both agreed the goat cheese was definitely better. Size aside, the goat cheese provided a much creamier, full-body flavor than the cream of spinach. Also, the chicken was much more pronounced and you could actually taste the meat you were eating. With the cream of spinach, it was all chopped and mixed together into a mush. This is definitely a cute little cafe to drop in on. The food is hit or miss, but because it's not unreasonably priced, it's not a bad choice to try on a lazy Saturday afternoon. read more

Cafe Triskell - chicken, vegetables & goat cheese crepe - French Near Me - Astoria, New York

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This was my go-to sunday brunch spot with my bf. A short walk from home, love the ambiance and the food was always amazing. Loved sitting at the bar overlooking the kitchen and watching the owner coach the new chefs on how to make a proper parisian meal. Their french onion soup is to die for! Peep the wall of foreign currency next to the kitchen. The Bangladeshi note is mine! read more

I love the homemade chocolate banana crepe. I love the mussels and fries combo. I love the cider. I love the food! You get the picture. Relaxed, quaint environment -- probably not good for large groups, but great for a date, or hang out with a girlfriend. read more

This review is for the crepes only. I'd heard the crepes here were really good and finally was able to swing by for dessert. The lemon & sugar with berry compote was delicious!!! The crepe was perfectly crispy yet delicate, and not too sweet. We also tried the chocolate almond pear crepe with bananas, which was also quite good, but I liked the plainer crepe more. The cafe is super cute yet tiny (cozy!), so I wouldn't bring a large party... but definitely worth a stop in at least for dessert. I'll have to come back to try savory dishes before I give it a full 5 stars though. Cash only!! read more

Bf and I were craving French, and Cafe Triskell was the perfect solution. This small restaurant definitely had a European feel and probably seats 20 people max. Luckily for us, there was no wait on a Saturday around 1:30PM! Prices were very fair, about $10-15 for an entree. They could easily charge more, but I'm happy they don't! The famous French onion soup was a nice mix of sweet and salty. The cheese was nicely baked and tasted slightly burnt; I wished there was more. I'm not sure if this is the best French onion soup I've ever had, but it's definitely one of the better ones. Escargot was very tender yet had a nice bite. It was very flavorful, not overwhelmingly buttery, but some pieces were saltier than others. The Croque Madame was a very simple ham, egg, and cheese sandwich but done perfectly. The bread could have been soggy with all the cheese, but it wasn't. And finally, the goat cheese vegetable crepe was humongous and had so much delicious goat cheese! I love goat cheese. Yum. I fell in love with this place after 1 visit, and I wish I lived closer so I can come here every week! Can't wait to come back and try the rest of the menu. read more

Cafe Triskell - Croque Madame and goat cheese/vegetable crepe - French Near Me - Astoria, New York

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Only been here once but sure to come back. Duck foie gras.... out of this world!!!!!!!!!!!! Crepes are unlike any i have ever had. And I have had a few.... Can't wait to try more stuff.... Wine list can maybe use a couple of, not so common, French wines. read more

One of the best French onion soups in town, and the mussels were delicious!!! So tasty and tender, very Yummy!!! The steak had a lot of flavor and the fries are unbelievable, very thin they were just awesome!!!.. The French beer GwinizDu it's out of this world! The color is amber and refreshing.. We will definitely come back for dessert.. read more

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All I can say is "WOW", "SO GOOD" and "DELICIOUS". I can't stop saying these words while eating at Cafe Triskell. I ordered eggs Nordic and my boyfriend ordered the croque Madame; you must try it... It's out of this world. It's the best things I've ever had!!! Also, their crepes are soooo delicious!!!! We ordered the pumpkin crepes but I think it's seasonal because its not on the menu online. Ahhh.... Chef Philippe Fallait... You are the best chef!!! :) I can't wait to go back!!!! read more

Cafe Triskell - Eggs Nordic... Yum-O - French Near Me - Astoria, New York

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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

Excellent all around. I especially love this place for brunch. Amazing sweet and savory crepes.

I came across this place on yelp after a two day intense French toast craving, and made the journey to astoria for a Sunday brunch with my mother. I was a bit sketched out by the B rating on the door but the food was pretty spectacular. I mean how cab you resist french toast on a skewer with berry compote and syrup? The restaurant itself is quite small and a bit too warm for my comfort but overall it was a wonderful brunch. read more

Cafe Triskell - French toast with berry compote & syrup - French Near Me - Astoria, New York

Tiny restaurant, 1 chef, 1 waitress, so-so service, good food. I dropped by for brunch on a Sunday, there was no air conditioning inside so it was quite hot in the tiny establishment. Luck for me after a 10min wait there was a seat outside for little ol me. Escargot, it was excellent, savory and tender, it came with many medium sized snails cooked with bacon, I loved it! esp since I'm use to getting dishes that come with 6-8 pieces. I ordered the Crepe w/ ham, swiss and egg sunny side up, this was good not great, but not to the fault of the chef, it's because I'm just not into the buckwheat flour.. too healthy? :) I'm excited to come back for dinner after having the escargot, I know the foie gras and duck will be just as good. read more

Hey YA'll You gotta try this spot!!! The best was the french toast!!!! But everything was amazing .... try it ya'll...Love it!!! CASH ONLY !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! read more

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I ate here for brunch with my husband and best friend for SundayFunday, I was in the mood for Croque Monsieur and French onion soup. This spot is the place for my cravings! This was the first time to eat here, it's really small and a bit tight inside but it's like a hole in the wall kind of place that's worth it! It's authentic french food and the atmosphere is just a great vibe. Friendly staff and awesome. The French onion soup is so yummy, really fresh and not too strong just perfect for my palate. The onions are nice and sweet and the cheese compliments the soup so well. It's gooey-ness and bits of crunch on the side of the bowl is just heaven in my mouth. A must have here! The Croque Monsieur was yummy too, the bechamel sauce wasn't too strong and I could still taste the ham and cheese. Every bite was OMG delicious!! It also came with a delicious salad and potato chips. I really was satisfied with my meal. I was full and a good full not that feeling greasy and gross full. Also they only accept cash here and don't like substitution on orders, they have a picture of the chef noting how he hates substitution to orders and looks pretty scary on the pic since he has a big knife! I wish I took a picture of it because it was funny at the same time. This place definitely has a laid back and humor vibe which is major brownie points! Thank you for this great experience and will def come back! P.s loooove how they have a changing table in the bathroom for the babies so I will be bringing my kids along too! read more

Cafe Triskell - Yummy gooey ness and heaven in my mouth french onion soup - French Near Me - Astoria, New York

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Got in right before the brunch rush. Loved the French onion soup Ordered the escargot French toast Chicken and Lamb Bisteya read more

Cafe Triskell - French Near Me - Astoria, New York

CASH ONLY $$$ Prices are on the higher side for the neighborhood and portions.... For example, $20 for French toast? Eh. I wouldn't ever do that again but damn these cravings right? The French onion soup is indeed excellent but not the best I've ever had and the savory chicken lamb spinach crepe tasted a bit like curry. I haven't tried the dessert crepes yet but will be coming back here one more time to try it! Service is slowwwwwwwww. Friendly, but slow. We got our menus maybe 10 min after being seated. Rather small establishment with 7 tables (?) plus the bar seating area. read more

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Get to the Chase: Pros: 1) Love the staff! Very friendly and had some good suggestions on what to do around Queens, as well as had a fun conversation about the Museum of Moving Images 2) AMAZING CIDER! One of the best i've ever had. Apparently it is shipped from Normandy and then sourced from a local beer distributor. The hard cider was pleasantly bubbly with a good kick, and yet well-balaned with various flavors of apple! (Too bad it's so expensive for the little amount that comes in a glass) 3) Thought only Brooklyn offered these amazingly delicious buckwheat crepes, but nope, this place has the perfect crepes!! $7 you can get a delicious banana and Nutella crepe! Worth every freaking penny! Could devour 10 of these! 4) YAY for clean loos Cons: 1) Cash only read more

Cafe Triskell - Nutella and banana - French Near Me - Astoria, New York

Came here for brunch today with a friend who lives in Astoria. Such a cozy place with kind and attentive servers and an authentic french feel. The owner is from a small town in France and is also the chef. We sat outside since it was a nice day. We had the french toast and the quiche and both were fantastic. Highly recommend. read more

Cafe Triskell - French Toast! - French Near Me - Astoria, New York

Very cute place with a lot of charm. I tried the pumpkin apple crepe which was really good and it had a spicy kick to it that was surprisingly good. The crepes are very thin but large! I was intrigued by the menu and will definitely come back. btw CASH ONLY. read more

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Amazing food and even better atmosphere. The owner, Phil, is an amazing host! Best French Toast I've ever hadFrench Toast read more

Cafe Triskell - French Toast - French Near Me - Astoria, New York

Real, tint French bistro - along with a grumpy french chef...you feel like you are in France! My favorite is the frisee salad with lardons and the best onion soup! The foie gras was orgasmic! The French toast...nothing like it in the world...and the dessert crepe with nuts and honey..wow.. read more

Hidden Astorian gem. Small, personalized, friendly chef and waitresses and oh! So amazing crepes! Love the healthful crepe - not white flour! The savoury salmon crepe was delightful as was the the sweet crepe with chocolate sauce and slivered almonds. The chef from Bretagne circles around and chats which I loved! read more

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For me, this was a restaurant where it was so apparent that the chef took extreme pride in what he was cooking. Every dish I've ordered here over the years has been so perfect, and I really appreciate the attention to detail. For example, I've ordered the corned beef hash off the brunch menu, and unlike many brunch places where some components of the dish are just haphazardly slapped together, at Cafe Triskell, every item on the dish clearly gets some love. The corned beef is obviously delicious, but the small salad component is also dressed and seasoned perfectly. And the all-important poached egg? Not only is it always cooked just right, but it's seasoned with a little salt and pepper on top, too. The entire dish is just so cohesive and delicious and not one ingredient on the plate is there for no reason. Um....and the pear crepe? That's perfect, too. The french onion soup was once a little too salty and burnt for my liking, but the other two times that I've gotten it have been spot on. read more

This place is a hole in the wall with little seating and dim lights BUT the food makes up for it. MUST TRY french toast and french onion soup. It will be sure to satisfy everything you love about the two foods. French Toast: perfectly crunchy yet buttery and soft. It was not too sweet but just right and honestly it's the best french toast I've ever had and I have had a lot! French Onion Soup: Soooo cheesy but in a good way. The soup was not too salty and the onions still had some slight texture instead of disintegrating into the soup which I appreciate. The price was decent but it was worth it for how delicious everything was! read more

Small French restaurant full of character but also cozy and relaxing at the same time, Cafe Triskell was a pleasant surprise. Sitting right across from Cafe Arepas which I visited many times, it was so tiny I didn't realize it was there. Well, this place is going to be a come back to place for me. We came here just for the crepes and they were phenomenal. Lemon and sugar with berry compost was my order and boy oh boy it was everything I wanted. Especially the compost. Perfectly executed. Not too sweet and beautifully fragrant. Seems like it was flavored with lemon zest and/or ginger. The crepe it self was light and crunchy on the edges. I also shared my friend's almond and home made chocolate sauce and it was fantastic as well. I really can't wait to go back to try other dishes. read more

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Charming, authentic, and quaint is the best way to describe this restaurant. We had dinner across the street then wandered over for crepes for dessert. We were fortunate to find a table on this establishment which seats less than 20 people. The room smelled of heavenly spices and butter. We ordered the Lemon crepe and a Banana Nutella whipped cream crepe. The crepes were incredibly thin with a crisp edge. The lemon flavor was full without being overwhelming. The nutella and banana were delicious but paled in comparison to the heavenly lemon crepe. Be sure to stop in if you're craving some authentic crepes! Be aware that it's cash only. read more

Cafe Triskell - Banana Nutella crepe - French Near Me - Astoria, New York

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The French onion soup, which was rated one of the best in NYC, was a big disappointment. The onion was not caramelized (it's barely soft), the beef stock had little flavor, and the cheese was just alright. It's definitely not anywhere close to "best", I would say it's just barely acceptable. Whoever tells you to come here for the FOS, don't believe them. I also had both the savory and sweet crepes, though they weren't too bad, but weren't impressive either. Overall, it's just a neighborhood place that's good for a casual meal, but not worth the hype. read more

I have died and gone to heaven...or Paris. It takes a lot for me to give a place 5 stars, and saying that, if I could give this place 6 stars - I would. Hands down, THE BEST Croque Monsieur, Eggs Florentine Benedict, French Toast, and Lemon & Sugar Crepe I have EVER had. Everything was super fresh and flavorful to the taste, and super pleasing to the eye. I felt like I was transformed back to France for a moment. The space is small, humble, and full of warmth. How this place doesn't have a line forming around the corner I don't understand. Maybe the secret isn't fully out yet. Our waitress and drink server couldn't have been nicer. Super friendly and cheerful ladies. The owner/chef came outside to take a break and my friend and I chatted with him for a bit. Such a nice man. We thanked him for his love and dedication to the art of food making. AMAZING experience all around!! read more

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I came with my Boyfriend not knowing what to expect. He discovered this place on Yelp. So we decided to give it a try must say we were truly impressed !!! We had a few stuff but my favorite had to be the Lemon and Sugar with Berry Compote or Jam...it was so Delicious. My only complaint to expensive. But was kind of worth it !! read more

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Terrific place. Crepes are awesome, very authentic. The true piece of Bretagne in the heart of Queens ! Owners and services makes this place a real hidden gem! read more

Definitely looks like a hole in the wall kind of place, but it is amazing! I'm always looking for solid French food and this place hits the spot! My boyfriend loves the brioche French toast. I usually go for a quiche or soup (the onion soup is the perfect cold weather dish). And the don't forget the fries! :) read more

Came here with my daughter for crepes, and did not realize the brunch was so good and the waitress was so pleasant and sweet. I ordered brunch with quiche of the day, and my daughter had egg florentine. The food looked so cute and tasted even better. The quiche came in as a stripe instead of a wedge or a pie, that had already won me over before I even tasted it. The quiche filling was very soft and tender and the crust was just right -- not too thick nor too thin and crispy without overdone it. My daughter loved her florentine too, and I tasted a little, and it was really good. We shared a lemon crepes with berry source. It was like haven pairing the berry sauces with the perfect thin crepes -- soft on the middle and crispy on the edge. I will definitely be back when I come to visit my daughter again. :) read more

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I am putting 5 stars because this is now one of my favorite French restaurant here in NYC. This is a cute small restaurant, very comfy, the music is very good, the waiter, (Charline) is very welcoming (as well as everyone) and the food is just delicious. Je prends la peine de l'écrire en français parce que ça en vaut vraiment la peine. C'est un super petit resto avec des plats fait maison top et un personnel chaleureux et accueillant, la musique est sympa et le service est vraiment bien. read more

They only only have delicious homemade fresh dishes (quiche, crepes,etc) but have the best and the most tasty cakes!!! I ordered Creme brûlée crepe cake it was a huge success! It looked so pretty and everyone tried the clase was so surprised by its perfect custard and texture. Super silky and creamy for the custard and fluffy but still chewy crepes!!! read more

Cafe Triskell - Creme brûlée crepe cake perfect custard and texture. Super silky and creamy custard and fluffy but still chewy crepes!!! - French Near Me - Astoria, New York

Oh where, oh where do I get a crepe? Where, oh where could it be? With a thin crispy exterior and a delicious interior Oh where, oh where can it be? A proper French crepe is a thing of beauty. It's so delicate, translucent almost. Light practically shines through it. I'm not into the American version with a thicker batter and the overstuffed interior. Darling, darling Cafe Triskell saved me from my crepe hell. I love their buckwheat crepes, which achieve that delicate crispiness that I haven't found anywhere else (not even from my beloved Crepes A-Go-Go in Berkeley). I had mine with poached pears, chocolate sauce, and whipped cream. The poached pears were a thing of beauty. I had automatically assumed that they would be mushy (because they usually are at other places), but I bow my head in shame at my assumption. Poached, but they still retain their pear dignity. With the chocolate sauce and whipped cream, I was in crepe nirvana. I also love their French onion soup. The broth was hearty and flavorful, and the cheese properly caramelized under the broiler. I could have had a bit more bread, but I'm a carb fiend. Cafe Triskell is a tiny place. I love the warm colors and odd kitschy decorations that they have. Definitely French, but with a little eclecticism going on. If you want great casual French bistro fare, Cafe Triskell is the place to be. It had me saying, "Oui, oui, oui!" all the way home. read more

5 stars for the Lemon & Sugar Crepe, 2 stars for the service. I've been here multiple times and the service has always been very unfriendly. The older waiter is not a pleasant person. I'm honestly scared to ask him a question because I think he would kick me out if I did. But really, if you make a special request, the owner AND the waiter will both kick you out. Also, every single time I visit this cafe, the owner has this scary stern look on his face. I mean would it hurt to crack a smile every once in a while? Sheesh. The crepes are delicious but I'd rather not have to deal with their major attitudes. Bye Felicia. read more

Lovely people, delish food and amazing music. How am I just finding this place after being here for over 18 months?! read more

Cafe Triskell is easily my favorite restaurant in Astoria, despite having only gone twice now. But by the end of each meal, I've wanted to hit the re-wind button and start the dining experience all over again immediately. Yes, I actually start to crave the food before I've even finished the current meal! Cafe Triskell is a cute, cozy little restaurant that barely seats 20 (and that's including the outdoor tables they set up when the weather's nice). Philippe, the owner/chef, is the only one in the kitchen cooking up all the delicious food, and there is only one server for the entire place. While service can be a little slow, keep in mind that everything is being made to order by one man in the kitchen. And he's a very friendly, pleasant man who's appreciative of compliments and the occasional chat (when he has time to spare, of course). The menu is not very extensive, but there is a large variety of crepes, both savory and sweet, along with other enticing dishes. Even though there are a bunch of items I want to try, it's hard to resist the crave-worthy dish that started my craze for Cafe Triskell: lobster & chorizo risotto. It's creamy, hearty and flavorful, and best of all, it doesn't skimp on the lobster OR the chorizo. My fiance's go-to dish is the croque madam, which matches the risotto in richness and flavor, and comes with a small side salad and potato chips. This is basically the perfect meal for the both of us to share b/c it has many of our favorite ingredients: lobster, pork, cheese, eggs, bread, and rice. We've also tried both savory and sweet crepes. The ham, cheese & egg crepe is a good starter and lighter than you would expect. The butter & sugar and cinnamon & sugar crepes both hit the spot with just enough sweetness. After the richness of the entrees, it's nice to end the meal with just a touch of sugary goodness. The most unbelievable part of the meal is how reasonably priced it is! Considering the quality and quantity of the food in a three-course meal, it's amazing that we're not spending more than $60. Yes, for TWO! Given the delicious, mouth-watering food; pleasant, no-frills dining experience; and reasonably priced menu, I gladly give Cafe Triskell 5 stars. I can't wait for my next visit...when I hope to finally venture to other items on the menu! Or not! read more

First impression: atrocious service. The middle aged female waiter was flat out rude, I should not have come in with an empty cup of coffee from elsewhere but calling my girlfriend and I children with sippy cups and pouring our coffee into their own glasses is simply shockingly rude service. The only thing more bothersome might be the marble-sized fly buzzing around our table. Another waitress tried to catch the fly with her hand, but failed - kinda weird approach to the problem if you ask me. We ordered the French onion soup, and the brioche French toast (over-priced). The soup is good, would have been great if it was hot instead of Luke warm. The French toast was terrific. As good as it was I will not be coming back. Summary: Service: 0 stars Food: 4 stars Overall: 2 stars since I will never be able to bring myself back here after that atrocious service. read more