This review is for the chicken alone. Huge, juicy, tender, flavorful. Would order again. The price matched the quality of the chicken. Service was wonderful and fun fact the hotel it's in is in Michelin hotel guide! However...I was very disappointed in the crab starter. There was minimal crab and the yuzu was overpowering and for the price point it did not seem appropriate. Overall had a great romantic dinner with wonderful service and ambiance. read more

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My friend and I came here for brunch today, and it was very good. We didn't make a reservation, but were able to snag bar seats. The ambiance is lovely and inviting (I could also see this being a beautiful spot to come to for dinner). We ordered the mint lemonade and a mimosa to start, and both were good. My friend commented that the mimosa was different than what she was expecting, but it was still very good. As for food, I got the avocado toast and she got the merguez omelette and we both enjoyed our meals. The service was attentive and even after we paid, they didn't rush us out or ask us to leave. I would definitely come back again! read more

Le Crocodile - Mint Lemonade - French Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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

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What a treat! My friend took me to this marvelous place where I had the most divine organic pancakes and a very delicious cappuccino. She had the Norwegian breakfast and we left with a bag full of fresh baked pastries. I think this is a find. You simply must go. The staff could not be nicer and the seating is very comfortable. read more

Le Crocodile - The pancakes. They come with berries and cream, but I like them the way they were. - French Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Been wanting to try Le Crocodile for ages and finally managed to. The vibe and ambience is very pretty. Dark lighting and quite spacious. Lots of French classics on the menu, together with other dishes that are harder to come by in normal French joints in the city. The duck was amazing! Big chunk of duck breast cooked to absolute perfection. The chicken itself was also pretty good. Soup is a classic gem! And the salad with the eel was unique yet great. Overall, I loved Le Crocodile and would definitely come back (especially for that duck!). Service was fantastic too. Overall read more

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Came here with friends for brunch, and loved the ambiance and the food - while it's a fancier spot, the food definitely lives up to the high ratings. The group got the famous blueberry pancakes to share, which were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. And while I liked how the pancakes weren't too crispy, I unfortunately found the bitterness from the citrus zest inside the pancakes to be a little overpowering. The portion is also quite small so keep that in mind. I also got the avocado toast, which was seasoned very well with a little bit of spicy chili, and the egg was perfectly jammy. I would definitely come back for brunch or dinner, or any nice occasion. read more

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

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steak frites - everything u would want it to be it's perfectly cooked and tender doused in herb butter and fries r crispy n skinny leeks - i do love a good leek the hazelnut paired rlly well actually. no chewy parts in the leek bolognese - i doubted this but soooo good the egg noodles were a good level of al dente i like licked up the last of the sauce sticky banana date pudding - get the ice cream on the side omg so fire somehow not too sweet. outside has a tiny bit of chew just so good read more

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Outstanding food and hospitality at Le Crocodile. We popped in on a whim for lunch on a Tuesday and were seated right away. The restaurant itself is beautiful, elegant, and spacious. I had the chilled tomato soup and duck off the lunch prix fixe and my husband had the burger with a side salad off the regular lunch menu, per our server's recommendations. She was extremely knowledgeable about the menu. Everything bite was perfect. The wine selection is extensive and we both had a white wine by the glass. I accidently spilled ~1/3 of my wine and without skipping a beat, our server kindly refilled it without making me feel silly. We ended our lunch with the maple creme brulee. We will definitely be back. read more

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Came twice and fell deeper in love.. this time, sat at the bar and had their Bloody Mary (spicy!), crab avocado appetizer, frittata, sausage on the side.. wowowowowoww so good. We mentioned it was both of our birthdays and the bar tender mentioned that it was his too so we wished him a happy birthday - he then surprised us with ice cream! Last time, we had the shrimp cocktail and burger - both amazing BUT what SHOCKED me was their coffee. They brewed Oslo coffee to perfection (almost better than Oslo in the UES.. I know this because we asked for coffee at 2 PM).. man they were amazing. All in all, beautiful restaurant and great vibes. Portions aren't tiny! Great place after a spa day at Bathhouse around the corner! read more

Was blown away with the hospitality at Le Crocodile! There was a mixup with the reservation and the host was super helpful and still allowed us to sit as a group of six. They offered us to sit upstairs on the terrace, but we ended up going down to the bar which worked perfectly. I love all of the attention to details, especially the warm blankets for the outdoor terrace. Such a nice touch! We also loved our welcome drink that was offered to us, which was a great way to start off the evening. Our bartender Kaia was also amazing and whipped us up some amazing drink drinks! Some of the favorites of the night were the oysters and the French onion soup! read more

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Came here for a celebration. Made reservation for 7pm on a Wednesday. It got crowded around 7:30pm. Love the huge floor to ceiling window and the high ceiling. We ordered steak tartare, mushrooms pate with truffles, veal brisket, cocktails, onion soup, tart pie and creme brulee. Their creme brulee was bigger than I thought. I recommend their tart pie! read more

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We stopped by le crocodile for a Sunday brunch. We made a reservation in advance, but arrived super early and were seated right away. For food, we had the eggs, Benedict and a burger, which were both very delicious. Their fries were perfect!! We also got a chocolate mousse cake to share, which was so good. The food was great however, the service was lacking. read more

Le Crocodile - Eggs Benedict and burger - French Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I think I just found my new favorite restaurant! We stopped in last night for a quick birthday dinner, mainly choosing it for the convenient location between our plans, but what a wonderful surprise. I only wish we had allowed more time to fully relax and indulge in one of the more elaborate desserts. Even though our visit was brief, the experience was exceptional from the moment we walked in. The gentleman at coat check immediately set the tone for a great evening, special shoutout to Eugenie! Our waiter, John, was superb. His recommendations were spot-on, and his warm, welcoming demeanor made the evening feel more special. We enjoyed the oysters, mushroom pâté, steak tartare, and the roasted chicken with jus and fresh herbs--chef's kiss! Despite our tight schedule, John added a thoughtful birthday touch with a quick candle in the Earl Grey ice cream, which was absolutely delicious. Our taste buds were thrilled. One last shoutout to the gentleman who cleared our table between courses--he was so kind and attentive. I regret not catching his name. We will definitely be back very soon. Thank you all for such a wonderful, unexpected, and memorable birthday dinner experience! read more

Le Crocodile - Earl gray ice cream. - French Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Le Crocodile is a beautiful French restaurant located in Williamsburg. We ordered a LOT of food, starting off with the mushroom pate, escargot, French onion soup, and jonah crab. Everything was delicious and packed with flavor. My favorite here was probably the mushroom pate. As for mains we split the chicken and steak frites. Both were very yummy. I was honestly a bit hesitant to order the chicken since it's often dry at restaurants but this one was juicy and flavorful. The steak was also great, cooked to medium rare. The desserts were also delicious. We ordered the sticky date pudding and the bavarois. The bavarois was more citrusy than we were expecting though still good. Overall the vibes were great and the food was yummy! The prices were also very reasonable for a Michelin starred restaurant. Highly recommend! read more

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It seems there's only enough room for one reptilian French restaurant in the city. With La Grenouille permanently closed, Le Crocodile is thriving within the Wythe Hotel thanks to a spot on the NYT's top 100 list and, perhaps to a lesser extent, its famous sticky date pudding. Dinner at a French brasserie is always a worrisome affair for a vegetarian, but the off-menu cacio e pepe risotto was fantastic, and the trumpet mushroom entree with lentils was a pleasant counterpart to the extraordinarily rich mushroom pâté. If I had any complaint, it was the heavy scent of vinegar on the leeks. As for the pudding? I didn't expect to be so full before dessert, and I'd recommend leaving more room for this bold ode to sugar. read more

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A cozy French institution in Williamsburg with old school charm. The staff makes you feel right at home. They served a buttery champagne on the house for my girlfriend's birthday. The Jonah crab was refreshing with avocado and came with a crunchy chip. The onion soup with Gruyère was the perfect comfort food for a brisk autumn day. The frisée salad with smoked eel was light but filling and well prepared. The Merguez omelette filled with lamb was delicious as well. read more

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Correctness/Taste (1-5): Despite me getting a very basic dish which was steak and frites, it was executed quite well. There was enough chimichurri without needing you to ask more, the fries were crispy and plentiful. I do wish the steak was seasoned more, but that's my only complaint. The cake was delicious. - 4.5/5 Value (1-5): For what you are paying for you, in this case the steak (with fries) and cake, it is a very reasonable price. After eating both I needed to take a nap because I was nearing "The itis" . - 4/5 Customer Service (1-5): On entry they were extremely friendly. Not much to say, didn't feel odd or weird about eating, servers were attentive and happy. I do really like the mood of the place, its chill, I can't think of a more descriptive word, but chill comes to mind. (5/5) 13.5/15 == 0.9 == 90% == A Would I recommend? Yessir!!! I will definitely be back! read more

Le Crocodile - Hazelnut and Chocolate Malt Cake - French Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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We Live in the city but have been wanting to venture over to the up and coming Williamsburg area. This was the perfect introduction to a great area and a fabulous restaurant. Showed up in between the Brunch and Dinner rush and the host found us a spot at the bar to enjoy a few drinks before dinner. One of my first indicators of a great spot is the bar service and this one gets 100% for great service and drinks. Peter and Dan tag teamed and WOW they were just lovely. Old Fashioned,Last Word, everything our group of 4 had was top notch. I would make the trip back just to sit and talk to those guys. Once our reservation opened up we moved to a table and the great service just continued. Our server Michael was just a joy and I could have just put him in my pocket and taken him home ( he was just way too tall ) seriously he gave us so many food suggestions and was so kind and helpful. We shared the tartare and the Jonah Crab with Avocado, both extremely fresh. Main course was a table of Filet and fries, halibut, Bolognese, salad and Onion soup. Michael picked a great wine pairing and after a couple of bottles we were pleasantly satisfied. Of course upon his recommendation we ordered the Sticky Banana pudding and Crème Brûlée to have a sweet bite. I'm annoyed with myself for not taking pictures but just trust me and put this one your list. The atmosphere is wonderful, food is amazing and the service was the best from the beginning to end. Kudos Le Crocodile, you know what you're doing! read more

Service : excellent. Michelin level service. The recommendations for food were fantastic. Food - favorites: Jonah crab Beet salad - must order Desserts (!) - banana date pudding The chicken was huge and tasty but the above dishes really stood out for flavors and being unique Mushroom pate was okay. We had a lovely time and would strongly recommend this restaurant for date night, friends, family, gatherings. For the quality it was very well priced. read more

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Excellent flavorful fresh menu. Staff super knowledgeable. Nice high ceilings and windows, and beautiful natural light.

I have been here so many times and this place never fails no matter what you order. Everything is delicious. Nothing is overly heavy. The Jonah crab with avocado and yuzu is one of my favorite things on the menu. Had the French onion soup for the first time here and it had a deep rich flavor. The ribeye and the tuna were each perfectly cooked. If you wanted elevated food and a beautiful atmosphere, this is the place. The staff is attentive. This will always be one of my go to spots. Not pictured which is a staple for me is the mushroom pate. It comes with crispy bread. Ask for a side of butter......even their bread and butter is chef's kiss. read more

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Well deserved 5/5 stars and I can see why Le Crocodile has a 2024 Michelin designation. My partner is from France, and I've been to France twice. I can safely say this is the best French restaurant in all of NYC. We were lucky to snag a table by walking in the day after Thanksgiving. The ambiance is calm, quieter than most NYC establishments, and resembles a chalet (wooden house). The French onion soup (perfectly cheesy and seasoned) , country pate (accompanied by the cornichons, perfectly textured crispy baguette, and raisins with pickled red onions) , steak frites (one of the most tender cuts I've ever had with a generous portion of perfectly crispy fries) , croque madame (with authentic French jambon/ham), and the profiteroles (perfectly textured choux with a delicious chocolate and coffee sauce) were all perfectly executed with great portions. Superb service with a clam, quieter atmosphere, I'd definitely come back for French food. read more

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Very nice, classy establishment with good service for french dining. Frisee salad: the egg mixes very well and had a excellent taste profile French onion soup: definitely one of the better ones I've had in NYC Duck: could have been a larger portion but the skin was very crispy and addicting Steak and fries: very good but not the most memorable dish in the world read more

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Selected by a friend for Brunch for her birthday weekend long celebration. The table was collectively underwhelmed by the experience. The cocktails weren't anything special. The lattes and cappuccinos however were well done. They were unfortunately out of all pastries, which we were sad about. But thought our dishes would make up for it. There were orders of pancakes, bacon, Avocado Toast and the French Toast, which is what I went for. 5 minutes after the order was placed we were told there was only enough bacon for one side order. 20 minutes after that, I was told they were out of my French toast and had to settle for an avocado toast. Avocado Toast was basically cold. Toast was thick, but extremely rough to cut into and eat. And there was nothing special done to the avocado itself. Just pretty straightforward with salt and oil. They were kind enough to bring out a birthday dessert and accompanying ice cream, which was a very nice touch. The vibe can use some livening up, as the ambiance was gloomy. I don't recall any music. And with the exception of our initial waitress and the cake at the end; the staff kept the service to a minimum, with awkward interactions as we kept being told they were out of things or didn't have it. read more

Le Crocodile - Oat Latte - French Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Le Crocodile was a good French restaurant. Located in the lobby of the Wythe Hotel. Ordered the following: - Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail ($26) - Jonah Crab with Avocado and Yuzu Kosho ($34) - Leeks with Vinaigrette and Hazelnuts ($14) - Duck Breast with Burgundy Sauce, Chestnuts and Quince ($43) - NY Strip Steak au Poivre ($68) Unfortunately, they were out of the scallops. Requested the steak to be medium rare and was cooked more Medium. For it being a new Michelin star restaurant, service was not so great, I was disappointed, maybe it was just the server we had - wasn't very attentive, forgot several things, didn't tell us the kitchen was closing. We needed to order more food. Good thing the kitchen was able to accept our late order. Overall vibe of the restaurant was nice, I'd still go back. But hope for better service next time around. read more

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Not pictured here was the Jonah Crab with Avocado and Yuzu Kosho. Do yourself a favor and get this! The crab mixed with the green apples was such an unexpected surprise but excellent pairing! The burger was perfect. The sticky dates dessert was bit on the sweet side, not my fave but the ice cream helped to offset the sweetness. Our waiter was fantastic -- he was attentive and provided excellent recommendations. Overall, great culinary experience. You should definitely book a reservation considering the restaurant is in the lobby of a hotel. There was a wedding going on at the time we went and lots of people hoping to grab a quick bite sans reservations. read more

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Came here at 245 pm on a Friday. No wait and got helped immediately. The ambiance was very low music so no worry about not hearing your friends It's a Michelin star restaurant inside of a hotel. The express menu was a big helper cause the menu did look pretty diverse. The Waldorf salad i didn't expect it to look covered in cheese but i couldn't really taste it. Tasty overall with the walnuts which makes it stand out. A lot of celery maybe even dominating the salad Crunchy and crispy skin on the salmon, butter lettuce very crunch radishes seem fresh and light and glad they made a substitution on the prix fix for my vegetarian friends meal The service was great and the portions were huge for my roasted chicken and fries. Really can't complain about a thing read more

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I love paying premium when I actually get premium; Every detail is thought through and things pair up beautifully. it's actually inspiring. From the acoustics and music selection to the ingredients and plating. Even a "simple" dish like an omelette au fromage is treated with care: exact quantities, clean minimalism. French meets New American, and the dishware and utensils are perfectly chosen to match and create a hearty vibe. A beautifully, cohesive experience, every single time. Kudos read more

Le Crocodile - Some post-brunch cortado - French Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I had Christmas dinner with my girls last Saturday at this place, and unfortunately, it was a really disappointing experience. The food wasn't great, overly salty and definitely not worth the price. Our waitress was very nice though. On top of that, we had a very unpleasant encounter with the bouncers. While my friends and I were taking photos in the hallway (when no one else was even around), they repeatedly tried to make us leave the area and made snarky, disrespectful comments toward us. Their behavior felt racially insensitive and unprofessional. As we were leaving, one of them even said, "Happy Halloween. oh, I mean Merry Christmas," in a mocking tone. Overall, the staff's behavior completely ruined the night, and it was an experience I wouldn't want anyone else to go through. read more

The service was quick and friendly. It made for a great sunday afternoon. While they were full and busy, they made me feel like I was not forgotten. I devour the blueberry pancakes, loved the cheese croissants, and relaxed with my coffee on a windy day. read more

Le Crocodile - Pancakes! - French Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Absolutely fantastic! The moment we walked in for breakfast we welcomed by the Crocodile's lovely staff. The elegant booths are nicely spaces out adding to the elegant and warm atmosphere. The eggs norwegian and pastries were EXQUISITE! read more

I sat at the bar and had a the Jonah Crab with Avocado and Yuzu Kosho which was so refreshing with green apples dispersed and a perfect light snack along with the Wild Child cocktail (Gin, Rhubarb Amaro, Basil, Yuzu, Bubbles). The staff were so hospitable and fun to talk to and the interior of the restaurant was gorgeous! read more

Le Crocodile - Wild child and Jonah crab with avocado - French Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Beautiful vibe in this place and the booths and super comfortable. Honestly one of the best omelettes I've ever had in my life. Beautifully seasoned, soft, just a 10/10 way to start the day. The salad also was pretty fire even though it was super simple. Side order of hash browns and roasted tomatoes is recommended. read more

Le Crocodile - Lamb Omelette - French Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

It's a very busy and lively restaurant, but in the end it's just an overpriced hotel restaurant located in Williamsburg. The leek dish that is so highly recommended by the staff was very mid. The roast chicken was very standard - the fries almost too salty due to the juices from the chicken being too strong. The heirloom tomatoes with boquerones felt gimmicky and the flavors clashed. I think there were just too many weird and strong flavors in the dishes we chose so all dishes ended up being disappointing, except surprisingly - the Chicken Liver Pate which was very reasonably priced and well balanced. Service is very solid. Drinks were fine read more

Le Crocodile - French Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I loved our dinner experience and am already planning to go back for brunch. The service team was very friendly and professional. The host helped us move our reservation from earlier in the evening to prime dinner time due to some delays on our part. The menu consists of delicious traditional French dishes with just the right touch of creativity/modifications. Our favorite was the duck breast and the profiteroles, but really every single dish was great. The restaurant is set in a beautiful space as well, and I appreciate the decently sized two-top tables! read more

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**review is for NYE pre fixe** Le Crocodile has been on my list for what feels like an eternity. I can't say I expected to come here for the first time for a special menu given how much I wanted to sample all that it has to offer on a typical night, but it seems the fates planned it this way. We were at least able to conquer most of the cocktail menu, which was fantastic and an easy five stars on its own. Overall, hotel restaurants/bars/rooftops/empires have been exploding in Williamsburg in the past few years, and I get the sense that Le Crocodile is the gold standard. After all, it was one of the originals along with the William Vale. Though the food was here was solid, I would still like to come back for routine dinner service because our time here was a bit rushed and I felt like we didn't get much chance to reflect on the food. In any case, we had a great time and appreciated the chance to get festive here. We came here at around 9pm as a party of three. The energy was actually pretty mellow here, which was surprising given the occasion. I guess it's not exactly giving pregame, but we decided to be fancy like that. The space itself is beautiful though understated, inviting and refined. It's great for most occasions, as viable for a date as it is for a parents night (if your parents are partial to French food but you want to subtly shift them towards something more modern). As I mentioned, I was very happy to find the entire drink menu at our disposal, which I took full advantage of given it was NYE. As is my way, I started with the Martini (Amalfi Coast Gin, Cucumber Botanical Vodka, Dry Vermouth, Lemon Oil), which was crisp and smooth and delightful. Had I not been so excited by the other drink options, I would have ordered this and this alone all night. I then tried the Last Word (California Dry Gin, Finocchietto, Lime, Honey), which subbed Finocchietto for green chartreuse in a fun and funky variation on the classic. I ended with the Midnight in Oaxaca (Mezcal, Amaro, Benedictine, Sweet Vermouth, Bitters) because I have never met a mezcal negroni I haven't liked, and this one was no exception. Complex but impeccably balanced, another one I could order multiple times and not tire of. Food-wise, unfortunately I did not take note of the special menu so I won't be able to recount specifics of some courses. Generally, I will say that it was way more food than we could handle (not necessarily a bad thing and somehow we managed to keep the leftovers in a doggie bag with us all night despite it being a chaotic NYE) and we felt a bit rushed through the meal. Overall, the food was very good, with some standouts and some dishes that were decent but not memorable. Given that we were three people and most courses had a choice of three options, we ended up ordering one of everything in order to try more dishes. Appetizers: we had a beet dish, a tartare (I forget the fish, I think tuna), and a crab and avocado salad. All chilled and a very nice way to start the meal. I would say my favorite was the crab and avocado, though honestly they were all fantastic and probably the highlights of the meal for me. Pastas: I am generally GF so I cannot speak to these, but the consensus was that the mushroom pasta was better than the lobster risotto. Mains: I didn't try the steak, but my partner and my friend gave it a solid review. I stuck with a halibut preparation that was delicious and warming, great for the weather and super satisfying. It was hard to finish given how rich everything else was, but we all did our best stepping up for each other when one person started slowing down. It's called teamwork! I can't say I remember the desserts much, as I was super full by this point and most were glutinous except a sorbet, which was absolutely delicious. read more

This restaurant is inside the very attractive Whythe hotel. Had dinner in one of their private party rooms, for a special event. The room was setup so beautifully (was so in the moment) pictures weren't on my mind. The staff was very pleasant and professional and made sure we were well taken care of. We had a personal bar, with a variety of soda and juices. No adult beverages, the event was geared around high school students. But they have a large variety of cocktail and wine options. For appetizers we had broccoli rabe and the mushroom stuffed ratatouille. Both are delicious, but the ratatouille was OMG good. For the main course, we had the salmon (wasn't my favorite) could have used a bit more flavor, a fried chicken with a honey glaze (really tasty) and fries. They were freshly done, crunchy with a sprinkle of salt. All served family style. And for dessert vanilla and chocolate cake. Sampled the vanilla cake, very fluffy, moist and flavorful. Great vibes for a date night, but I would like to come back during the fall and have some of their French onion soup and a merlot for lunch. I'll be back :) read more

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Had a lovely dinner here last night. I had the duck, which was very good. Good wine selections. Maybe the best part was going to the rooftop after dinner for a cocktail and marvelous views of Manhattan. read more

Such a sweet spot. I feel like it's forgotten because it's in a hotel but if you want the most perfect brunch- this is it. We ordered the Norwegian smoke salmon Benedict, pancakes and avocado toast. Each item was super good. No notes. The service was fast and the waiter was attentive and kind. Beautifully displayed and aesthetics made it that more special. read more

Le Crocodile - French Near Me - Brooklyn, New York