First off, the inside of this restaurant is gorgeous! It's a restaurant at the front then a HomeGoods/furniture store in the back - worth coming for this alone. Came here for dinner with a group of 10 people. I will give them credit that it was originally 6 but we walked up asking to change it to 10 and they did accommodate us outside; however, the service was slightly lackluster. They messed up multiple of our items and it took a bit of time but once again they sat us so that was appreciated. The steak was cooked perfectly-- super smooth and easy to cut. The little gem salad was good too (usually not a salad person). The real stars of the show were the desserts. Yes the chocolate chip cookie lives up to the hype but do not sleep on the strawberry tart or the gateau gild. Recommend this spot all around! read more

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Occasionally I enjoy fancy restaurants; mostly for my birthday or for a last-minute catch up with a bestie who is in town for a day or two. By fancy, I don't mean the corporate-card spots like Le Bernadin or the always buzz-grabbing Carmellini ventures. I mean acclaimed destinations like Grammercy Tavern and Penny. Which brings me to La Mercerie at Roman and Williams Guild in SoHo (dinner; Thursday, 26 March 2026) La Mercerie feels elegant without being precious. Warm wood, linen, brass, ceramics, and softly worn finishes give the room real texture and ease. Part of the appeal is the volume: the ceiling is notably high and uninterrupted, with long painted beams, exposed ductwork, and suspended fixtures that draw the eye upward. It suggests a European café or dining room, but not in a stage-set way; instead, it feels lived in, layered, and quietly polished. A bevy of gentle lighting at many levels and balanced proportions keep the atmosphere composed. Nothing is flashy, yet every part of the room feels considered. Service is impeccable; at times may be just a bit too attentive. Every dish of the three courses my companion and I ate looked lovely on the plate with sapidity matching the presentation--a rare thing! Might we have been lucky that evening that the salad greens were especially fresh, or the minced beef seasoned with finesse? Who knows. If I had to quibble, it would be that the cocktails were more intriguing than the wines-by-the-class selection and the banquette seating could use more legroom. Don't let those trifles discourage a visit. I plan on going back when the opportunity arises. Let's hope it retains my 5 stars until then. read more

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WHEN: Fri @12:30pm We only came here for famous cookie: CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE - $8 Oh boy I see and understand the hype. It really was good--slightly toasty on the outside and it gets gooier towards the center. It tasted so fresh and warm! And I appreciate how it's nicely sealed in its parchment pouch when they bring it out to you after placing an order. It's a cookie I'd definitely come back for and worth the price tag. read more

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I don't understand why this place has such a low rating. Food is outstanding, service is lovely. What more can you ask? Came for breakfast and started with a chocolate croissant which was one of the best I've had and I have had some good ones in Paris. We ordered the salmon plate fruit plate and the yogurt. They were outstanding. The fruit was so fresh even in the winter when berries are usually not the best they managed to find the highest quality. The addition of mint to the yogurt was so refreshing and the granola was perfect. We loved the salmon so much we ordered a second round. We also ordered some eggs and potatoes and the buckwheat crepe. I'd skip the crepe personally but my brother loved it. Ended off with a cookie because how can you not. Perfect. read more

La Mercerie - Fruit plate, yogurt and smoked salmon - French Near Me - New York, New York

Adorable place for a girls weekend or date brunch in an elegant setting. Service was a bit disorganized. Food was great and the setting inside Roman and Williams Guild store is absolutely lovely . Snag a table inside as the outside seating isn't special. read more

La Mercerie - The inside - French Near Me - New York, New York

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I came in here to solely try their cookie and chat with my friend, and we had a great time. Located inside of a furniture and home decor store, this restaurant and cafe is beautifully decorated. And, service here was amazing. While I'm sad to say I couldn't catch the name of our amazing waitress, all of the staff here were so kind and I loved chatting with them. In addition, while I was a bit anxious about just ordering one cookie to share with my friend (and no drinks or anything) to chat for a while at the restaurant, the staff didn't make us feel pressured or bad at all for not ordering more. Their cookie was phenomenal by the way. I could definitely see why it's hyped up, and how it's a favorite for many. It's crispy on the outside but gooey on the inside, and absolutely delicious. read more

La Mercerie - Cookie - French Near Me - New York, New York

Some memorable things about this place was the informative server we received; very welcoming and knowledgeable about the menu/recs. We got the croissant which was flaky, warm & beautiful buttery. The baguette with a tab of butter was also very fresh & instantly became my favorite. I got the Le cocette (steamed egg) however I was quite dissatisfied about the steaminess of the egg. Compared to photos I saw online it looked like mine was not ready/just looked different. The egg was certainly just cracked in, less than poached which I was a little taken back from since the waiter said it was suppose to be steamed. My friend enjoyed her crepe w eggs & ham. The whole place is lovely & the decoration was spotless. The pastries look fantastic, for food-food, it's gonna have to be a miss from me read more

La Mercerie - Le Eggs Cocotte Grand-Mre - French Near Me - New York, New York

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The cookie is very good. You don't have to sit down and eat a whole meal in the restaurant just to get the cookie. You can ask for a cookie at the host stand and they will ring you up and bring you one that is already pre wrapped. It's not fresh out of the oven, but it'll do. It's still pretty moist. And it's got good density/thickness with more than enough chocolate. read more

La Mercerie - Chocolate chip cookie - French Near Me - New York, New York

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Came for soup, champagne, and cookies after a day of shopping. I love the atmosphere of this place. Soup was very good but a little pricey at $22. Cookie was delicious and luckily they were not sold out. Service was very mediocre during the visit. read more

La Mercerie - Onion soup - French Near Me - New York, New York

I went to get their infamous cookie thats been buzzing around social media and I must admit it was worth getting; when you go inside, you can go to the side of their coffee brewing area, and you can order the cookie from there. The staff there are all very friendly and nice and they can direct you to the area as well! The cookie has a good weight to it, and there is sea salt sprinkled on top; it had hazelnut and chocolate and rich buttery taste. I think that if the cookie was slightly warmed up it would be even better read more

La Mercerie - Chocolate chip hazelnut cookie - French Near Me - New York, New York

We came here for a friend's birthday brunch, and we were greeted and welcomed by excellent service courtesy of Micah. The food was superb and had an excellent presentation, two of us ordered smoked trout, another got the chicken, and the rest got the crepes. The creme fraiche went excellently with the rye toast and trout. We got espresso martinis and they were absolutely delicious. Foamy, thick and strong. Micah made sure that our friend got a nice dessert for his birthday too! read more

La Mercerie - smoked trout - French Near Me - New York, New York

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The food was spectacular, the restaurant was adorable, I love the gift shop inside. The bathrooms were very clean. The staff was friendly. Eating outdoors was very nice as well. read more

Vibe and atmosphere were great. Felt underwhelmed by the food. Everything needed a touch more salt. The profiteroles were incredible, the hot and cold factor were nice. I tried the viral cookie and thought it was good, not my style though and too oily (from the butter). The touch of Nutella was a nice surprise. read more

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Went for Sunday brunch with a reservation inside. The outdoor dining setup looked so cute but we were worried about the bipolar weather we have been having lately. Inside was bright and cheery. Good vibes for brunch. Service was top notch. We split a croissant (loved the strawberry jam) and chocolate chip cookie (so salty and perfect) for the table. I had the buckwheat crepe with the runny egg and ham - loved it. Would definitely come back here. Had no clue there was a home decor slash furniture store as part of the restaurant but its adorable and I noticed a private dining room downstairs when I went to use the restroom. read more

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cute spot -- lovely ambience (gorgeous florals) and place to catch up with a friend for coffee. the restaurant is combined with a home goods store, so you can browse a bit after too! the service was very friendly and while I only stopped by for coffee, i'd come to come back and try the food here next time. read more

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La Mercerie - A perfect New York start. La Mercerie was the ideal way to begin our family weekend getaway in New York, and it exceeded expectations. Set inside the Roman and Williams Guild Home, the ambiance is elegant, intimate, and beautifully curated for the holidays. Candlelit tables, softly dimmed lighting, and a warm romantic feel set the tone. We were seated in the main dining room, with two of our group tucked into a charming love seat, which added to the relaxed, special feel of the evening. Service was outstanding. Our server, Mike, was friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely engaging. His guidance on the menu and wine pairings made the meal feel effortless, like dining with an old friend who truly knows the kitchen. Cocktails were excellent across the board, Metropolitan, Fresh Cut, and Black Gold, each well balanced and distinct. Must-order dishes: * Velouté de Potiron (butternut squash soup with bacon and crème fraîche), rich, comforting, and absolutely stole the show * Beef bourguignon, deep, classic flavors executed perfectly * Cuisse de canard confite, crisp, tender, and memorable Wine pairings were spot on. Beaujolais paired beautifully with the duck, the Côtes du Rhône was outstanding with the beef, and a Bourgogne complemented the chicken perfectly. A small but thoughtful touch, when our table was not quite ready, we were invited to relax in a comfortable sitting area beside a beautiful Christmas tree, setting the tone for the night from the moment we arrived. Dessert was a light, elegant finish with a strawberry tart and mille-feuille. Reservations are a must, especially during the holidays. The price point was surprisingly reasonable for New York, particularly given the quality, ambiance, and timing close to Christmas. Perfect for a romantic, upscale night out. We would absolutely return. read more

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Quite a fancy scene for brunch! I'm not sure when NYC started putting restaurants in furniture stores, but it actually works. Very chic and SoHo feeling. Croissant: Simple, yet executed brillantly. Reminded of croissants I've had in Paris, since it was so flaky on the outside and so airy inside. The addition of fruit jam to dip the torn off pieces into was great. La Complete: A classic. It really is complete breakfat with a runny egg, tender ham and lots of delicate carby crêpe. I especially like the large drizzles of cream on top, to make it even richer. Chocolate Chip Cookie: Warm, soft, gooey. These are very addictive! read more

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ok so i'd like to start with entering and meeting the host. I walked in said hello and asked how he was and he didn't respond but almost just waited for me to mention my reservation name- Just felt like not the best touch point when you're coming to a restaurant for the first time. The restaurant itself is stunning with the high ceilings and 2 person booths - very fancy especially for someone who doesn't dine at places like this one. so we only got 2 items - the gratin dauphinois and the la crêpe saumon et poireaux. Id say they were both 3/5 - didn't feel like there was anything super special about either dish and felt the prices didn't reflect the taste BUT the service was very attentive and speedy. sadly - i wish i could have given this a better review but it was nice to try something different! if you're there for the vibe- it's a cool one. read more

I met Jean-Marc walking down Greenwich Avenue during that golden hour when the air smells like cigarettes, ambition, and Byredo. He was outside La Baratin, smoking, wearing a Loro Piana vicuña summer sweater so soft it looked like a tax shelter. You can always tell by the collar, if you know how to look. Most people don't. He had that half-French, half-family-office energy that says *I have a house in Eygalières and opinions on natural wine*. Spoiler alert: en français, c'est de la merde. I asked, "Excusez-moi, puis-je vous demander une cigarette?" mostly to see what would happen. He pulled out a silver case, the kind you only own if your family still summered pre-euro. That's when I remembered I had Scott at Barry's the next morning for hill sprints, but I also looked devastating with a cigarette, so I figured God would grant me a waiver. I didn't light it. I just placed it between my Rouge Dior lips and asked, "How do I look?" Full Clinton. I did not inhale, but I looked like I could ruin a presidency. He smiled, bought me a glass of Burgundy, and we agreed to meet Friday. Scott was still carnage the next morning. Some battles you lose on purpose. La Mercerie was the kind of restaurant that whispers *you're still going to be hungry*. The room glowed like a Parisian fever dream, all linen, plaster, and curated restraint. They charge for bread, which is either obscene or erotic depending on your relationship with scarcity. Eight dollars for baguette and Bordier butter that tasted faintly of ego and Guérande. The menu read like a love letter to portion control. Baked eggs in cream and mushrooms, cabillaud cocotte with mustard, heritage chicken so crisp it should have been insured. Jean-Marc mentioned he was "a creative," which in New York means impeccable taste in lighting and seating but no actual food in the apartment. The foie was silk, the cabillaud delicate enough to make me briefly reconsider my life choices, and the check could have covered two months of Forma reformer sessions. Somewhere between the pommes purée and the tiny, poetic dessert, I realized the food was extraordinary and the man was decorative: lovely to look at, pleasant to be near, but likely to call his mother for bridge loans. Outside, he kissed me on the cheek and said something about "energies aligning," which I translated as *my trust disperses quarterly*. I nodded, smiled, then walked straight to Lucia Pizza on Canal in heels, like a woman reborn in grease and clarity. Sometimes God gives you a Frenchman to test your discipline and a slice to remind you of your values. La Mercerie: 4 out of 5, divine, delicate, the kind of beautiful that never sustains you. Jean-Marc: 2.5 out of 5, gorgeous collar, inherited confidence, questionable liquidity. If he ever invites me to Eygalières, I might go for the architecture. If not, I'll be at Barry's, atoning for Lucia's vodka slice and thanking God I know the difference between net worth and cash flow.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ read more

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4 stars for their chocolate chip hazelnut good! Love that they use hazelnut flour in this. It's a bit on the pricey side ($8) and has lots of salt on top but I just dusted that off. It does have a more cake like texture but I enjoyed it Their brunch is also great (I went a couple years ago and want to come back). Super cute ambiance. Try the buckwheat crepe! read more

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This restaurant has horrible staff that are rude, unprofessional, and racist. My friend and I are Asian, more specifically Korean, and noticed that 2 waiters were staring and laughing at us. I heard the comment "Arigato" and when one of the waiters came forward to fill my water, I made eye contact with him and he abruptly looked down and his facial expression looked between very awkward and guilty. There was no other asians around us. Everything felt very uncomfortable and we were in a bad mood when we left. I still left a 20% tip out of courtesy but I will not be coming here ever again. Note: My friend and I are in our 20s and there was no one our age. Our waiter was polite enough but there was a considerable difference between the way he would treat us and converse with everyone else. Side Note: The food is not good for how much they charge. My friend and I finished the food because we were hungry but once we finished, we felt very out of place and uncomfortable. The side dish potatoes literally just tasted of unseasoned cream and potatoes. Our server recommended the anchovies but it was horrible. None of the food was above subpar but charged like it was. read more

The interior of the restaurant was beautiful! We absolutely adored the high ceilings. All the staff were so so so patient, nice, helpful, and did not bother us at all. We came for brunch at 2pm and stayed past 4pm and nobody rushed us throughout our entire meal. Everyone was so kind and they even took pictures for us! The aesthetics of the restaurant were perfect for our birthday brunch vibes! Food wise, their desserts are the star of the show! The cookies are just as good as everyone says. They are so gooey and soft on the inside, and perfectly baked and topped with sea salt. We loved the melted chocolate inside the cookies. The vanilla ice cream inside the Profiteroles Au Chocolat dessert was also so refreshing. Plus the dark warm chocolate drizzle was fun to watch and videotape! A great compliment to the rich milk chocolate cookies. The fresh fruit cake was so good because it had apples and I love apple flavored desserts, tho it was a little bit on the sweeter side. They also gave us a free sorbet for my friend's birthday! Entrees wise, everything was alright. I got the salmon toast, and it was good. The bread was a little hard to cut (to be fair I was cutting with their standard butter knife lol), but the salmon itself was super fresh! Nothing that special about their food tho. They are definitely known for their desserts!! 10/10 recommend. We all had an amazing experience, thanks to the delicious sweets and wonderful staff. read more

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The waiter and ambiance were great. Also good were the desserts, apps, and cocktails. But the my main course was a salmon on a crepe and it was not only not tasty, but the dish was cold. The waiter very kindly removed it from my bill but at that point I did not order anything else so I kind of went home hungry. read more

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High end classy French restaurant and you can feel it the minute you walk in. The staff are trained differently to be discreet but at service. They don't smile a lot! Honestly came here because I wanted to experience the place as it looked amazing online. Decor was undeniably thought out to every detail. It's also a home decor store beyond the restaurant and they use a lot of the items they sell in the restaurant. Dishes and glasses in particular. Which are super nice and of great quality. All walks of life in here. We were tourists. There were business folks, solo eaters, families, groups of women. The menu is amazing. All the French traditional items. Lots of great French cocktails, wine and beer. The kitchen definitely goes all out in presentation and the bar makes its drinks look good! The place also smells amazing. We started with a classic French cocktail, Kir Royale. Served in a lovely coupe champagne glass with lemon. This was one of the best I've had . The sparkling stayed bubbly throughout the meal. Warm you this is also the most expensive one I've had at $28! This is NYC! Food wise we tried a couple of things. Honestly everything that came out of this kitchen looked amazing. We tried the salmon crepe with leeks and a creamy beurre blanc . We had the salmon on the side usually it comes in top of the crepe as I'm not a huge fan of salmon . The sauce was so good . Creamy and buttery. The crepe was buckwheat and nice and thin. All of together was really indulgent and very decadent. I tried a little of the salmon and it wasn't too fishy which I usually find it. The French onion soup was outstanding. Served in a little copper pot. With all the heavyweights, bread, cheese and this one had cognac . So much depth to the broth. Buttery and cheesy. Delicious. Nothing on this menu is low cal so get ready to be indulged! We throughly enjoyed every sip and bite of what we had. The ambiance is awesome in this place too. Love a little classy place. read more

La Mercerie - French Near Me - New York, New York

Stunning chic french bistro with classic fresh french fare. Came here after trying their famous chocolate chip cookie and wanted to go out for date night. Got the cod with potatoes and mustard seed en cocotte. Was so good. Light flavorful and well cooked. Hubby got the roast duck and cherries- it was delicious and perfectly cooked. Portions are on the smaller side. For dessert, we had tarte tatin- it was the best that we've had. Apples were chunky, perfectly caramelized and tender but still with a solid bite. Pastry was flaky and buttery. Service was great - staff were super attentive and kind. We were outside enjoying the last warm autumn day. Prices are on the high side, but for a chic night out it was great. read more

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Lunching at La Mercerie was a dream come true. A stylish restaurant in a beautiful furniture store is unusual especially as everything can be bought. I wanted the domed vegetarian onion soup which was piping hot and flavorful. I tore off pieces of the puff pastry which was crunchy and had a balance of textures. Crisp skinned chicken, peas and mushrooms in a pool of sauce followed and for the high price was rather small. But after the soup, I was getting rather full. Dessert was a house made plum, apple and cardamom sorbet. The flavor pairing was unusual. I also took a chocolate chip cookie to go. These cookies have praline in them and are popular so I reserved one when I made my reservation. There is an extensive wine list along with mocktails, coffees and teas. La Mercerie is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Even though the menu is limited, one can eat very well. Service here is professional and friendly. Cole and Charlotte greeted customers and took me to my table. Jamie was an efficient server and Elizabeth, one of the managers was charming. There is a restroom on the ground floor and down the steps at the back. Lunch was expensive but worth every penny. I am already planning another visit. read more

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I can't say enough great things about La Mercerie. Firstly the restaurant is a visual feast. So pretty, inside and out. The service was impeccable and our food delicious. After brunch we enjoyed going through the shop. We will be back! read more

This might be the best chocolate chip cookie I've had in the city! You can actually walk in and tell the hostess you're just there to get cookies and you can order/ pay for them on the side. read more

La Mercerie - Chocolate chip cookie - French Near Me - New York, New York

Food is delicious and the service was in point! The chicken was the most filling and all the drinks were tasty! It was cool because the restaurant was inside of a furniture store, super cool concept. Def recommend! read more

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My mother and I had dinner here to celebrate our birthdays in April and all I can say is wow!! The restaurant is so pretty. We loved the setting, lighting and ability to stroll inside Roman and Williams. Everything on the table including the candlesticks, plates and napkins was for sale! The service was impeccable and the entire staff went overboard to make my mom's 85th birthday special from the complimentary champagne, to the extra dessert and dessert wine, it was an evening and meal to remember! My mother started with the Betteraves vinaigrette (beets) and I had Notew Salade de Tomatoes (mixed heirloom tomatoes). The beets were definitely the better dish of the two. For the main course, my Mom had the Halibut au Beurre Blanc. It was a lovely dish and the halibut was perfectly cooked. I'm not generally a meat eater but decided to have the Filet de Boeuf au Poivre and it was superb! The meat was perfectly cooked and the dish was bursting with flavor. For dessert, we had the Profiteroles au chocolate, which were great, but the standout dessert was the Mille-Feuille a la noisette. It was superb and both came with candles to celebrate our birthdays. The staff went above and beyond to make our evening extra special and memorable. We loved everything about the lecture evening read more

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Went here on Valentine's Day. It was packed! We had a reservation in advance. They had a price fixed Valentine's Day menu, which was $200 per person. It included 2 plates for the table, which were pate and smoked salmon, with caviar; then you pick an appetizer, I chose the mushroom ravioli soup, it was SO good! You don't even taste the mushroom! Then for the entree, I got the filet mignon, it was very good, (I wish it was bigger). Someone else in my party got the lobster pasta, it was very good, a lot of pasta. And then dessert! The chocolate mousse was SOO good! And the strawberry custard dessert was delicious! Drinks were expensive! Roughly $30 per drink. The waitress was very kind and attentive however she was continuously trying to get us to add extra caviar to each dish (for an additional cost). Ambiance- elegant, and speaks romance! Lots of flowers/roses! It was very pretty! Overall, I would return! read more

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Such a beautiful spot, and perfect for pictures, but the food was pretty mediocre. It's still nice to go at least once, but I was pretty disappointed with the meal. read more

Great food, drinks , and ambience. We are here before a show without reservations. We were seated at the bar and had the most amazing service from the bartender. I remember hi stating he was from New Orleans , I can't remember his name. read more

This was my second time coming here and it did not disappoint! The interior was decorated for the holidays, nicely festive! The food was really good! Our waiter was friendly and nice. The food arrived quickly and every dish was delicious! The crispy chicken just might be my favorite! read more

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We had a brunch reservation here and it was outstanding. There are many more things I'd like to try on the menu as well. Waitstaff was amazing too. Would like to come here in the evening sometime. read more

La Mercerie - French Near Me - New York, New York

Very quaint spot it's a beautiful shopping area. They have very unique items for your home. The entrance seemed a little off as you kind of walk into the dining room. We were escorted downstairs for a private party, which was lovely. The staff was extremely helpful. Didn't get to try off the menu as appetizers were set for this party, but will be back for a visit. read more

2 Months we planned for this trip, and what we thought was the perfect stop to experience the best foodie spot in SoHo.. unfortunately, we will need another two months to forget this unpleasant experience. From forgetting about us in the back corner of the furniture store to the tiny and awkward tables, the service left us feeling unwelcome and almost bugged we were there. The food was underwhelming, with a lack of flavor, but the portions felt about right. Overall, it was not the night we expected from the Vogue hype, and we wish we had gone somewhere else. We would not recommend. read more

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Generally speaking I'm not usually a fan of French restaurants because I'm not a fan of the size of the portions of their dishes. I lift and need my protein. That being said, I can certainly appreciate the fine dining experience that French Restaurants offer. La Mercerie is definitely a good date spot if you're looking for a place that is fancy and romantic. I went here a few months back for a birthday celebration. I made a reservation but had to wait a few minutes in their furniture store area to be seated, which I thought was kind of interesting. When they sat us we were sat at a cute candle lit table that almost felt like out of a Disney movie. The service was attentive and fairly quick. I ordered the filet mignon with pasta. It was tasty. We also had some cake for dessert which was good too. All in all a good experience. Food was good. Service was good. The ambiance definitely sets the mood. read more

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I didn't even realize I rated this place 5 years back. And it hasn't changed at all! lol I must say this place is very French! It may just be part of their etiquette, because service is terrible here. Especially for the price you are charging for the amount of food. I truly just forgot that I had already been here. Not until I walked in. But I gave them benefit of the doubt, yet it was still the same. Don't get me wrong, this place is absolutely beautiful. But the food was just overpriced and service was just close to none. We spent $250 on brunch, and weren't full. (Someone please explain) And the reviews in staff looking judgmental is absolutely real... read more

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I actually really liked 2/3 things we got here but for me I can justify the cost. The chicken dish we got was 37 dollars but was barely enough for one person. I did really enjoy their savory crepes and one of the best desserts of my life. You HAVE to get the tarte tatin. It is the absolute best bite I've had in nyc. The service was definitely nothing exciting and the vibes was definitely the kind of fine dining I personally don't enjoy. However, I think that's the restaurant and my personal difference so I don't think that should stop you. I wouldn't take anybody here except for dessert. read more

La Mercerie - CRISPY CHICKEN AND GREEN BEANS, Comte and Eggs Cocotte Grand-Mre, anchovy toast - French Near Me - New York, New York

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