Okay, I'm going to share the good and the "bad" with our experience on Saturday night. First, the food was very good to excellent. We started with the Sautéed Tian of Crab, Thyme, Aioli Sauce appetizer and really enjoyed it. We both had specials and one was lobster in a pastry (excellent) and the other was ribs (very good). Rate the food 4-5 stars. Bad - the restaurant space is small so you are at the mercy of other guests. When we arrived, there was an obnoxiously loud group of 6. Loud as in I could not hear my date speaking to me. Then, they left. Great, right? Oh no. Only to be replaced by a MORE obnoxiously loud group of 6. Again, I could not hear my date speaking to me. And, the table next to us felt the same way. So, the food and the service were very good (4-5 stars). Just not sure I would go back due to the other guests/atmosphere (1 star). So, 3 stars for the experience. As others noted, it's BYOB. read more

We absolutely love D'floret!!!! The owners Dennis and Estella compliment each other so well....he's an outstanding chef and she has a vibrant and sweet personality. I'm a native New Yorker with a truly critical streak and was pleased to find this jewel. The menu changes according to the season and freshest product. Big plus! We had Christmas Eve dinner and my sons baptism brunch here plus we go every other week. I love food and having family events can be tricky....especially with mothers and grandmothers. They created a warm atmosphere and the food was outstanding, all of the critical ladies (and men) were raving about how wonderful everything was. They created a unique and delicious menu for each event. It's a BYOB so make sure to bring a lovely bottle of wine or champagne. Our favorites are mushroom truffle soup, gnocchi, pâté, halibut, ribs.....yummy! Definitely a must in our book! read more

It seems that lately all my best meals are had outside of New York and this is one of them. We strolled in bottle of wine in hand the Friday after Thanksgiving for dinner based purely on reviews we had read online. We were not disappointed! Everything we had was prepared to perfection from the glorious mushroom soup to the must-try gnocchi and the delicious scallops and lamb chops. It was a quiet night and the patrons had no hesitation sharing their exultations of the food with each other. It's such a treat to be in a truly owner-run establishment. The care and passion of the husband and wife team really comes through. read more

Although Lambertville has been home to generations of working folks, it includes two of the finest restaurants between Manhattan and Philly. One, D'Floret, is the creation of chef/owner Dennis Foy, a longtime culinary icon in northern New Jersey. When he decided to shift away from life's fast lane, he and wife Estella opened an intimate restaurant in Lambertville with only 24 seats. The kitchen is tiny, and shows that the quality of cuisine can be inversely proportional to the size of the kitchen. When D'Floret opened a couple of years back, it quickly caught on as one of the best in the area. Even then, its output wasn't uniquely memorable. As the chef had been turning out meals for nearly 35 years, it seemed that none of us should expect an old dog to start learning new tricks. Wrong. My wife and I have been back three times recently, and this old dog's tricks are deliciously enhanced. This is now not just an excellent eatery, but a worthy destination for serious foodies. In France, where I lived for years, D'Floret would be meriting the attention of Michelin inspectors. Some recent examples. We both had an asparagus appetizer which was the best of its kind either of us has had. Our mains were tuna and lamb, neither of which are normally among my favorites, but both were among the most exquisite dishes I have ever enjoyed. My wife, who loves tuna and lamb, is still talking about them. So far desserts have been very good, although not in the same league as preceding courses. Alas, no espresso is offered, just regular coffee. The atmosphere is simple but welcoming, and it is not unusual for strangers at adjacent tables to strike up conversations. Service is informal, friendly and attentive. Prices are a tad higher than are typically found in the area, but well below what an equivalent meal would run in any major metropolitan area. Being a BYO with no corkage fee helps keep D'Floret affordable. (BTW, these folks and their guests are super honest. We inadvertently left $60 and a bank envelope behind in plain sight on the table, and when I returned some minutes later they had it waiting for me.) read more

We have been several times now and it is without a doubt the best restaurant in the area. Every time we go, we bring friends and they share the same opinion. There are several things on the menu that are excellent but some of the stand outs are the swordfish, veal bolognese, tortellini, scallops and the escargots. The menu is designed around being able to use fresh ingredients from the local farms. It is definitely a great example of farm to table cuisine. It is also a BYOB which to wine afficianados is a great bonus. Chef Foy and Estella are a great addition to our neighborhood. read more

One of the best meals my husband and I have ever had, hands down. We are admitted food snobs and rarely have had a meal where we were blown away by the appetizers, entrees, AND dessert in one single dining experience. Service - Superb. Attentive, friendly, polite, pleasant, and helpful. Ambiance - We were seated inside. Space is cozy, intimate, modern, and minimalist. Within the restaurant, you can see the chef doing his magic behind a mid-level wall that separates the dining area from the kitchen. Food (the best part!) - For appetizers, I ordered the heirloom tomato salad with goat cheese dressing (one of the specials). My salad was the perfect summer appetizer: crisp, refreshing, savory, and delicious. The goat cheese dressing was subtle and light, and the fresh tomatoes were drizzled with olive oil, seasoning, and very minute bits of red onions. My husband had the mushroom truffle gnocchi, which was wonderfully savory with a delicious light cream sauce. Entrees were the seared salmon and the sauteed hake. Again, excellent flavors, not overdone or underdone, seasoned perfectly. My salmon was medium rare and the crust of the salmon was delicious and balanced the rest of the salmon. For dessert, we shared the strawberry shortcake (waitress' recommendation). Sweet, light, and delightful. We loved it. Overall, one of the best dining experiences we ever had. Will definitely go again. FYI - This place accepts cash or check only, not credit cards. read more

The prices are large for a tiny place. Like 8 tables. Immediately upon entering the place you are greeted by a heavy old stained set of drapes like you are entering a stage and don't know what to expect. I feel like the place needs a good cleaning and I am never going to get the smell out of my sweater; oil, butter,fish. The food is good I will say that. I just cannot comprehend why you would want to rent such a tiny place. SO MANY other places where I can breathe and not feel like I am back in the closet. read more

An extremely tiny restaurant, you have to make reservations. Food was fantastic and the atmosphere was very inviting.

You absolutely must get dessert! The chef is a personable Master pastry chef. If you're going to park in Lambertville, NJ make sure you have plenty of change. The parking meters do not accept paper money - coins only. And there is no change machine. D'Floret does not accept American Express. The only credit cards accepted at D'floret are Visa and Mastercard. read more

Wonderful meal! We've eaten at many restaurants in the New Hope/Lambertville area and this place is now our favorite place. We will definitely be back. The butternut squash soup is the best I've ever tasted and the mushroom tortellini dish was amazing. It's a block or two off the main drag in Lambertville but so worth finding! Great service too from a very nice waiter and we got to chat with Chef Foy who was very friendly. read more

Extremely good, quaint. Best tuna I have had in quite some time. Definitely will be returning

Somewhat randomly walked in for an early dinner, a few Saturdays ago. Small BYOB, cash only. Had a wonderful meal.

Amazing meal ! We started with the wild mushroom langoustine crepe, the flavors were like nothing I have ever had with all the fresh herbs. Then we tried the Homemade Tortellini, Parmigiano Reggiano, Chives. The tortellini was perfectly light and delicious. My husband ordered a veal chop I've never tasted a veal chop that was so tender. I ordered the salmon it was excellent! We had no room for dessert, but from our past experience they are as delicious as the food! The friendly atmosphere and great service always makes the experience enjoyable ! read more

Not even close to good. Another Dennis Foy overpriced restaurant with shockingly small dishes at exorbitant prices. I think this guy has had 6 or 7 other failed restaurants. Looks like 8 is on its way. read more

The short story is my wife said it was one of the three best meals of her life and it was hands down the best meal I've ever had in the state of New Jersey. The longer story (but not very long!) is that Estella and Chef Dennis have created a wondrous little pearl on the NJ/Pennsylvania border that is well worth a long drive for a night of fantastic food, great service and charming atmosphere. My wife and I had foie gras, a tomato goat cheese tart, ahi tuna with caramelized vegetables and a veal bolognese. If I had to pick which was the best I couldn't. All four dishes were amazing. The portions were also astoundingly large and left us so happily sated. My wife and I can not wait to return for another dinner and will do so as soon as we can, but this time we're bringing friends! We both texted a few people afterwards about how we can't wait to bring them with next time because it was that good. We had to talk about it immediately! read more

Amazing meal. Delicious from start to finish. The sautéed tian of crab was the best thing the entire evening. Absolutely loved the scallops and the special halibut, which they prepared sous vide. The rack of lamb was divine and perfectly cooked. Came to dine on a special weekend away and will definitely be back! read more

The Chef/owner was not in the past 2 times I visited d'floret and unfortunately it shows. The food is still good, but not great like it used to be. read more

My friend and I dined here for the first time last Saturday night. We sat out on the delightful patio. Our appetizers were fantastic, especially the crab. The entrees were also outstanding, especially the halibut special. We will definitely return! read more

The gnocchi appetizer and goat cheese tart were our absolute favorites! We ordered the scallops with cauliflower and parsnip purée. The scallops were large and perfectly cooked, with a shmear of purée. While delicious, for $42 a plate we were hoping for a little something more on the plate. Maybe an additional veggie? Veal bolognese was rich and hearty. Red snapper was cooked perfectly. Service was friendly and prompt. Desserts were all excellent! Certainly worth a visit when in the area! *make reservations and BYOB* read more

Unfortunately, I can not speak of food, ambiance, noise, etc. This is because of the BAD customer service. I made a reservation for six on May 1, 2021. My message and request to increase the number which was made several days in advance of the reservation was unanswered. I assume this was because the restaurant is only open Thursday to Sunday. On Thursday April 29 I left a second message pleading for a response. It too went unanswered. After this snub I had to scramble to find a local restaurant the would accommodate my request. Had they answered ( I was contacted before Thursday regarding my first reservation) I would have less panic and difficulty finding an alternative. The lack of response and sensitivity was rude! read more

Best lamb chop of my life! Seasoned and cooked perfectly. Enough to bring home leftovers. Polished it off like a dog.

My husband and I have traveled to Europe, China and South America and have been to the finest restaurnant's. This place is the best by far. The range of choices, attention to detail and value are not surpassed in our experience. This place is a true gem from this world class chef and staff. read more

A must try in Lambertville. Place is awesome, super small and quaint and the staff really take care of you. They have outdoor seating in the back with heaters, key during COVID. read more

One of the best meals I have ever had in my culinary journey hands down (and I consider myself a foodie). The meals are so thoughtfully prepared with the best ingredients, the ambiance is very classy, the service is impeccable. I cannot say enough about great things about my experience with them, one of my best ones to date! read more

We had a mixed experience here, but the waitress really was why we knocked it down the stars. Borderline rude. We ordered the Chantelle mushroom soup which was pretty good, except specified my mom can't eat onions. The waitress said don't worry there are no onions. Sure enough it comes and all the delicious mushrooms on top are covered in pieces of onion. There was a lot of great flavor in the soup, but it was also incredibly over salted. I wish they cut back on the salt just a little, it was mouth puckering overkill. When my Salmon dish came, it came with some kind of red tomato based sauce and I don't eat tomatoes. It was supposed to have a pea sauce. She brought it out and didn't mention the change so I had to ask. Not only did the waitress not apologize for not informing us, she didn't ask if it was ok or if I liked it. I didn't like the sauce and it made the roof of my mouth hurt. The mushroom gnocchi was pretty good. Experience would have been better if waitress checked on us, apologized about the sauce and actually cared that I didn't like the red sauce they switched in and didn't inform me about, and bothered to check on onions in the soup. read more

Wow! What a dinner !!! Was greeted by the chef who is the owner! He told us he was going to cook us a great dinner and wow he delivered. All the apps were delicious,crab cake ,tomato salad and gnocchi were outstanding. Dinner we had land, fish and a pot pie all were excellent. Desert apple and thief signature chocolate desert. We definitely will be going back again. The waitress was very friendly and service was excellent! read more

Horrible service experience! We waited an hour and fifteen minutes for our entrees. It's not the first time this has happened; we were giving them a second chance after a prior visit when they gave our appetizers to another table and didn't realize it until they brought us our entrees after an extended delay. The food is overpriced and really not all that great. There are too many good restaurants in Lambertville to waste your money at this one! read more

One of the best restaurants I think we have ever been to. We have traveled to Spain, Italy, France so this is a compliment in perspective. To have a renowned chef in this tiny gem on the premises in view of the patrons(if you lean over his kitchen) cooking for you is a treat. The love and artistry he puts into every element of each dish is mesmerizing. His passion for freshness and high quality of ingredients and the marriage of American and French cooking suited us perfectly. His wife as host and server was equally lovely-her sense of humor and quick attention to detail and speedy delivery to all tables, inside and out, was impressive as well. We live an hour and a half away but we are already thinking about returning. The bottom line is that every single thing he makes is perfect. And perhaps the best version of what we ate that we have ever had. So, there is no hesitancy to just order this or that, just order what you like and enjoy. The oil paintings on the wall? He did them too. A beautiful, relaxing and romantic night out in a magical place. read more

Great, warm, and inviting atmosphere which was exceptional from the moment we walked in the door. Seeing the owner/chef in the kitchen, his hostess and wife who Both were friendly and inviting, we new we chose the right place. Each and every course was better than the previous. We will certainly be back. Please do your self a favor and order the gnocchi while praying the warm goat cheese tort is on the menu. And dessert, you must order, you can't go wrong. Dessert is a must. We had the strawberry shortcake special..amazing, and the chocolate Royale..to die for! read more

Really??!! We visit New Hope & Lambertville a few times a year, and usually go to Hamilton Grill, which is great... This time we decided to try D'Floret. We are real foodies and are in the business, so I made reservations 2 weeks before on Open Table for 8:30 PM. I received my OT confirmation email the day before. On the day of the reservation at about 3:00 PM, I received a confirmation again for our party. While resting up for our night, I receive a phone call at 5:45 PM, saying there is a mistake with the reservation, that the restaurant stops seating at 7:00 PM.... I use OT at my restaurant,and know how the screen works, etc., how could this possibly happen, while getting a confirmation (real person) call 2 hours before. Now at 6:00 we have to try to find a restaurant to go to. This is inexcusable!!!! The people at Hamilton Grill were able to squeeze us in, and we had a Great dinner. read more

Marvelous dinner. D'Floret under the leadership of Dennis Foy has got to be one of the best restaurants in New Jersey. Tuna tartare & tian of crab to start, halibut and rack of lamb for entrees, shared a deliciously creamy chocolate dessert. All of the servings were plentiful and could not have been cooked & seasoned any better. This restaurant is a gem. I would not hesitate to recommend it to anyone. Amazing dining experience. Go. read more

How lucky are we to have Dennis Foy in town? Let me count the ways: 1.) sauteed gnocchi with mushrooms that is "off the hook"--exquisitely perfect in texture, delicately balanced in a velvety mushroom creaminess 2.) sauteed crab tian, a disk of fresh crab and just enough of a few other things to make every bite pure and tasty 3.) my fettuccine special of the night--another example of pasta perfection--balanced with bright tomato and mushroom (Chef Foy indeed has a way with mushrooms) 4.) the lovely and gracious other half of D'Floret--Dennis Foy's wife Estella --who exudes warmth and hospitality and passion for the art of dining (the entire waitstaff is equally gracious and professional) 5.) the dessert--ours for the evening were a raspberry tart and a trio of profiteroles. Heaven! 6.). FRESH--from the ingrdients to the airy, simple white decor--don't miss the unique and gorgeous lighting overhead D'Floret not only meets, but exceeds the expectations I had when I heard that culinary legend Dennis Foy had come to town. read more

Disappointing. I am at a total loss to comprehend the positive reviews. The restaurant is reminiscent of an empty room one would expect in a off the road village in S. America, call it uncomfortably small and rudimentary. The list of what was not available and the substitutions should have alerted us to leave before we started. After driving from New York expecting a foodie meal, it was sorely disappointing. Started with cream bisque substitute for signature tian crab, which was unavailable as were the steaks. The chef took it upon himself to substitute a pinch of undressed lettuce and a few spoonfuls of deli average potato salad to accompany the $50 roast chicken for two. To be fair the chicken while very moist had no flavor. We did not stick around for desert. French, New American... maybe, but served a bare bone chicken for $50 is abusive.NUTT's fried chicken stand has equivalent or better for under $10 for equivalent amount of chicken and they have fries! read more

I can't recommend this restaurant. We had a horrible experience here this Christmas Eve. For an appetizer we ordered two butternut squash soups. My husband got his but mine never came. I was then told that they ran out of soup and would have to make mine from scratch (why they told me this after serving my husband his soup is beyond me...). When it came it was extremely watery and tasted very very bad- like burnt onion. They kindly agreed to take it off the bill. But when our salmon entree came, things got worse. The salmon was supposed to be medium rare, however when it came it was terribly overcooked to the point that it was completely inedible. The dishes the rest of our family got were just ok. Given the price tag, I am shocked at the quality of the food here. There are much better restaurants in the area. Trust me. Make a reservation somewhere else. read more

Amazing dinner with friends. All the food was incredibly fresh and thoughtfully prepared. I especially loved the mushroom crepes, and I also enjoyed the haricot verts and crab terrine. My friends enjoyed the rack or lamb and the foie gras. My husband loved the salmon and we all finished with some homemade desserts. Service was attentive despite being a busy night. Just lovely! My only real complaint was our seating. 2 of us sat near the window on a soft, makeshift futon that made us sit too low at the table and at a recline. We all had a good laugh at how low to the ground we were, but it was kind of uncomfortable. read more

We ate here last night and can recommend most everything we had! Fantastic mushroom ragout in pastry appetizer, exotic sardine and goat cheese very luscious, warm bread with very special olive oil. Everything cooked perfectly and served attractively. Fresh and artistic decor made us feel comfortable on a warm July evening. A very sweet and sophisticated place with wonderful luxurious service - so attentive and gracious. I look forward to going back. read more

The food was very good but have to agree with others on portion size - a main course scallop dish with three scallops is ridiculous especially for $37. Stick with the appetizers and sides / they were delicious and reasonably priced. read more

We had heard Dennis Foy was in town and were excited to try the restaurant, so my husband decided to surprise me with a Mother's Day brunch reservation -- a three-course brunch menu for $25 a head, which seemed quite reasonable. We arrived at 11:30am and only one other party was in the restaurant. We were greeted mildly -- not coldly, but not warmly either. No "Happy Mother's Day" even though we were dressed up and with our son. After trying one of the cute outdoor tables, we decided it was too chilly and they cordially moved us inside. Our appetizers took a while to arrive (again, only one other party in the restaurant), but they were quite delicious. I had the mac and cheese, which was creamy and rich. My husband's tomato and goat cheese tart was flavorful (and quite a large portion). My 12-year-old son felt the cold pea and ginger soup had too much ginger, and I agreed, though the pea flavor was very fresh and bright. At that point, things went downhill. We finished our appetizers and...nothing. Just nothing. No visits from the waitstaff, no refilling our water glasses or asking us if we needed more iced tea (the water tasted dirty and thus so did the iced tea, in any case). We watched the other party get served their entrees and then their desserts. We watched a new party enter who obviously knew the chef. He greeted them with hugs and left the kitchen to visit their table. Still no acknowledgement of us. A few minutes later, I saw a woman enter the restaurant and head to the kitchen...with grocery bags. This is never a good sign. After we'd been there for over and hour and a half, and were unsuccessful in getting the waiter's attention, my husband got up to see what was going on. The chef apologized and said, "I'm sorry, I know you've been waiting. It was the salmon...we were waiting for it to be delivered." (Hence the grocery bags?) So they left a family, with a kid to boot, sitting at a table with nothing for over an hour and didn't bother to tell us that they didn't have the food we'd ordered? I've been at many, many restaurants. Nice ones, downscale ones, and everything in between. I've never had an experience that that, ever. Why didn't they just tell us? Why did they ignore us? We could have chosen something else! We considered leaving, but figured we were already invested, so we waited another 10-15 minutes. When the food finally arrived (delivered without apology and with no visit to our table from the chef) all three of our meals were delicious. My son loved the salmon, my husband's Cajun chicken was moist and perfectly spiced and my eggs Benedict was very well-executed. But it didn't matter at that point. To have been left so long, with no communication and to watch the owner treating other guests so warmly, was very disappointing. I did eventually get the waiter's attention to stress that, in cases such as these, communication can go a long way. He apologized and said he had been "told by the higher-ups" that the food was coming soon. When we left (charged the full check, and we left a full 20% tip even though the waiter didn't really deserve it), the chef apologized to my husband again. But we felt it was too little, too late. We always enjoy local restaurants where everyone is made to feel like a regular. When that treatment is reserved for a select few, it's not worth our time. We'll stick to Lilly's for lunch and dinner and the casual but friendly Buddies for breakfast. read more

What a delightful small restaurant! The enthusiastic chef and his wife greeted us and helped us choose our meal. We had the roasted chicken for two, which was amazing. I also had a cold pea soup, which was delicious, and my wife very much enjoyed the gnocchi. We ate at a sidewalk table outside, which was quite pleasant. Lambertville is a town with many good restaurants; this one stands out. I definitely want to go back. read more

My wife and I ended up here on a cold and snowy evening. It's a small place in an unassuming building that made me second guess our decision for a while. Once inside the service was attentive and very friendly. I'll admit we were the only customers at the time so it wasn't hard to keep up. The food was amazing. Bread was perfect. The goat cheese over the roasted tomato was surprisingly delicious appetizer. My wife had the Rack of lamb special and loved it. I rarely eat Lamb since it always has an odd flavor that disagrees with me but this was actually very good. I had the Wyoming Elk special and was very impressed. Tender and very flavorful. Cooked to perfection. Terrific place and we will eat there again for sure read more