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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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

To be honest I'm a little disappointed. I called, I was extremely pleasant (per usual) and was still denied seating - but immediately after/ my man called and literally said nothing special yet we were accommodated , for the same day, literally the same time I requested - That classifies under a few things, but Ill just let that sit there . Anyway - I was eager to try the food here so i moved on ... when we got there we were seated rather quickly & greeted by Michael who was super sweet . But overall i really think people over hype places nowadays. There were people who just got married dining there , along with casual diners like us who came straight from 3 office . We received some sourdough with butter and oil ... the oil was entirely over salted, terrible. We ordered our hors d'oeuvres and honestly I was the only person eating them . He didn't like the scallops with rhubarb , I like everything pickled, similar to a ceviche . He HATED the escargot, he said it tastes like pizza and after he said that, I couldn't get it out my head . The chicken wasn't bad, however salt pepper and some bush seasoning on the outer skin was the only seasoning used for sure and I didn't like the fish lol . I didnt take a picture of my over burnt creme brulee ...Dont worry about "trying" to accommodate this woman - dont think we'll ever come back . 1 star for the scallops... 1 star for Michael 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

Le Crocodile is an upscale french restaurant located in a hotel in Williamsburg. I thought the restaurant had very lovely ambience, which is dark and illuminated with soft lighting. It's a great spot for a date, though the menu is fairly pricey. Service is nice, though we got booted two hours in as there was another reservation behind us. I got one of their signature gin cocktails, which was good and strong. I came with a group and also ordered appetizers to share, including beef tartare, mushroom pate, and leeks with hazelnut. I thought all of these appetizers were delicious and very special. For mains, I shared a steak with frites and chicken with frites. I thought the chicken was overall better, as it was basically half of a chicken that was roasted in a yummy and herby brine. It was a great value dish, and I couldn't finish it and ended up taking a lot home. I didn't enjoy the medium rare steak as much. It was much smaller and only four pieces. I thought that one of the middle cuts were pretty good, and there was an interesting chewiness/bounciness to the meat that I've never had before. However, the end piece felt charred and burnt. Overall, I'm glad that I tried this place. I thought the appetizers really shone and enjoyed the chicken entree. read more

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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

First, we went to the bar on the 6th floor. The views are spectacular. We had the mushroom pate. I had a martini and my friend had a dirty martini. Both fabulous. Then we went downstairs for dinner. Our waitress was fantastic and very knowledgeable about the menu. We had the Jonah Crab with Avocado and Yuzu Kosho. If you like crab this is a must try. We had Leeks with Vinaigrette and Hazelnuts which were very good and we had Maltagliati a la Bolognaise which was amazing. Everything g about this restaurant is a 10+. Highly recommend. read more

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My boyfriend and I went to Le Crocodile on a Sunday night, naively hoping we could get a table without a reservation. We could not; however, they let us order takeout and have a drink at the bar while we waited. We ordered the Roast Chicken with Herb Jus and Fries and the Bolognese. We originally weren't going to order the bolognese but the hostess mentioned it when we asked for recommendations, saying "it tastes like your mom made it and she really loves you." The roast chicken was solid. Good flavor and was juicy. A good size proportion. Fries weren't great reheated but we didn't expect them to be. The bolognese, on the other hand, and I cannot stress this enough, was the BEST bolognese I've ever had. The hostess was spot on. It's tasted like a home cooked meal and was so flavorful and well done. I was actually sad when I finished because I couldn't stop eating it. I now have an answer when people ask me "what's that one thing you could eat for the rest of your life." read more

I was highly interested in this restaurant to book an intimate dinner with loved ones in their private cellar room. I wanted to first have dinner (which I didn't need to) and check out the space since the Google reviews were positive. I booked the reservation a month in advance and told this viewing was possible. Fast forward to the date of the dinner I called to change the time and told the viewing was impossible since they booked a wedding and then told any future viewings may be unavailable despite having a reservation. I'm extremely disappointed there was no courtesy call (or an email) and lack of consideration for guests like myself who travel from other parts of New York to get to Brooklyn. I hope moving forward their lack of communication we unfortunately experienced is not repeated again and does not dampen other guests' future life events and moments they wished to host with their loved ones. read more

I ordered the onion soup and it was fantastic. The cocktails were balanced and delicious. The service was superb. The only thing that was slightly off, was the vibe. This place could benefit a lot from a little music playing. That's my only feedback. Everything else - zero notes! read more

Le Crocodile - Onion soup & White Negroni - French Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

brunch @lecrocodilebk will always be a good choice, especially on your birthday. the burger au poivre stole the show and honestly needs to be on a best burger list. messy, but so tasty, juicy, and filling. everything thing else from the perfectly cooked omelette, to the scrumptious dessert are equally as good. Since we had a birthday, they even added a candle and some complimentary champagne to celebrate. I can't wait to come back and try the rest of the menu. Service was great and waiters were attentive and kind. Definitely an ambiance of a light summer day in the restaurant. @dd.papa on instagram read more

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Last minute decision to have dinner with my bestie and we chose this restaurant which is conveniently located. The atmosphere and decorations are subtle yet classy. We ordered wine and the staff was quite knowledgeable to give his opinion on wine. Onion soup was delicious and met my expectations. Duck could be a little crispy for the skin. Other than that we enjoyed our time and food. read more

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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

Food was fire! Although they ran out of salmon and spinach the bartender was a nice hottie dude who took care of us. The scene was lively. I did like their aperrol spritz Will definitely go back read more

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Food was amazing! Got two petit dejeuner's and the salad was fresh, the hash-browns were spectacular, and the eggs were yummy. I need to take off a star because unfortunately, the service was not good. The waiter did not check on us at all during our meal, so when the chef forgot one of the pastries we ordered, we couldn't tell the waiter until about halfway through our meal. Then, when we finished eating, we were sitting for about 20 minutes until another waiter for the table next to us noticed and asked if we needed the check. The bill was wrong and tried to charge for an extra pastry that we didn't order. Overall, the food was phenomenal, but the service was definitely lacking, which is such a shame since the food and ambiance are top tier. I also just want to note that I made my reservation in advance and mentioned that it was for a birthday in the party, and they did not mention or do anything for the birthday, which is fine, but just know it going in if using this establishment to celebrate an occasion. I would definitely recommend le crocodile for breakfast because the food was outstanding, but be prepared for slightly slow inattentive service, and double check the bill. read more

Le Crocodile is the place you need to go when you're looking for food that's not only beautiful and delicious but memorable. Starting with the hospitality - you immediately feel welcomed and comfortable. You can feel the genuine warmth radiating from the staff & their excitement for you to enjoy what's to come. For the food - visually, exceptional. It's beautiful, these dishes aren't performative but seriously taste just as beautiful as they look. We started with the scallops - fresh, acidic, and bright. The chili was the perfect addition for a pop of heat. The Mushroom Pâté with Black Truffle was hands down my favorite of the night. I'm always a lover of pâté and truffle so I'm bias, but I highly recommend this dish. For a starter we also had the Leeks Vinaigrette with Hazelnuts. Again, super bright and fresh & the leftover cream sauce was great with the bread they bring to the table with the pâté. We split the Duck Leg with Spring Beets and Cherries as our main. For this, I was a bit disappointed as the meat was somewhat dry. Fortunately though, the sauce made up for it. I can't even explain how delicious this sauce was, I was practically licking the plate clean & it definitely helped moisten up the meat. The final dish of the night was the Sticky Banana Date Pudding. I completely understand why this is the dish I saw recommended everywhere, by everyone. I've always been a chocolate girl, but this easily made the top 10 list of best desserts I've ever had. For drinks, we each ended up getting a dirty martini, which was a solid 9/10. With 20% tip the bill ended up coming to about $200. I personally think for the amount of food & the quality of the dishes + the hospitality this price is completely fair. It was just the two of us & was the perfect amount of food. Will definitely be going back again! read more

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Have been to Le Crocodile a few times and it's been consistent every time with good food and service. My favorites are the French onion soup and the chicken, which is so flavorful and comes with the crispiest fries. They also make a great Hugo spritz! The restaurant itself is beautiful and I definitely recommend going up to the rooftop Bar Blondeau before or after your meal if you can! read more

Amazing food amazing service. Such a hidden gem and I will definitely come back through all times of the day to keep trying their food. The restaurant is also neatly laid out and well designed. read more

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Wow just left Le Crocodile and so yum!! Had the shrimp cocktail, leeks, chicken, halibut, and for dessert, profiteroles and pear tart. Wow. The halibut was like the most amazing thing I've ever had in my life I would like to live in that sauce!!!!!!!!! Live in it!!!!! Everyone was so nice too, they even gave us complimentary champagne for our anniversary!!!!! Thank you!!!! read more

I made a date with my wife and told her I'm going to take you to a romantic restaurant, whisper sweet nothings in your ear and sip on French 75s until our table is ready. I said softly: You are the cabbage to my corned beef... Le Crocodile is a place for wooin' your partner. The cocktails are amazing and French food is the language of love. Are you feelin' me Yelper? After our drinks, we left the beautiful bar and were seated at our table. Our waitress told us the mushroom pate was not being served so we chose to start with the Country Pâté with Foie Gras and Pistachio. The Country Pâté was deelish! My wife chose the Trout Almondine for her main entree. She still raves it was the best trout she ever had. Served with Asparagus and Marconas, it was a well prepared dish. I was in the mood for Steak so naturally I chose the Steak Frites au Poivre. The cook and flavor on the steak was excellent. The "au Poivre" was a little strong for my liking. It was a little too peppery, I had to push it to the side. I will not let it detract from our incredible meal. Dining here at Le Crocodile is truly a five star experience. We ended our meal with a traditional French dessert, Profiteroles. Oooh la la! Chocolate sauce makes everything delicious, highly recommended. I would love to come back for a weekend brunch. For now, see ya later alligator. read more

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Came here recently for a celebratory dinner with a friend. I've been here once before (believe I have a separate review on it), but the food and service is still outstanding. We ordered the following: Le crocodile martini Mezcal Negroni Steak frites Chicken frites Chicken liver mousse Mille Feuille Profiteroles Excellent all around. Steak was a littttttle on the tough side, but still great flavor I'm short, still strongly recommend this place read more

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Sunday brunch was a fantastic way to spend our last few hours before heading to LGA. The croque madam was rich and savory, exactly what i was craving, the omelette perfectly light and airy. Next time would opt for the frites vs confit potatoes. Finished with the sticky banana date pudding, to die for caramelly goodness. Definite buzz here with beautiful interior, worth a visit if you're on this side of the river. read more

Brunch is my favorite at Le Crocodile. The French Omelette & Fries always. Ambiance is always peak at during those hours as well.

I have been wanting to visit Le Crocodile for their chicken and I finally got my chance last week. We made a reservation midweek at 6pm which surprisingly wasn't hard to get. The interior of the restaurant is beautiful. It's very spacious with a nice bar area. For starters, we ordered the mushroom pate and leeks with hazelnuts. The pate was DELICIOUS and this is a must order for anyone. We also got the herbed chicken with French fries and cacio e pepe risotto. The chicken was absolutely amazing. It was covered in pulverized herbs, and the French fries were soaking in chicken jous. A bit of chicken and a bite of French fry.... the most satisfying bite. Please, please get the profiteroles with chocolate sauce for dessert. They were perfection. read more

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Great ambiance and food and service! And the staff's ensemble is super cute. Definitely recommend read more

Le Crocodile - French Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I'm surprised I hadn't written a review of Le Crocodile yet! I came here with my boyfriend for a date night, and it was one of the top dinners I had last year. From the service to the food to the vibes, it was all impeccable. As much as I loved my entree of the trout, I loved the Frisee salad. Very refreshing and delicious flavors. We ended our meal with profiteroles which was a good move. The hot chocolate sauce poured onto it just hit the spot! read more

Amazing service & elevated, upscale vibes here. The "Fruits de Mer" menu section hosts the stars of the show. We had the Scallops and the Jonah Crab - both incredibly tasty with so much depth of flavor. Highly recommend trying. The Roast Chicken was juicy, but a bit overpowered by the herb jus. Steak Frites were also quite yummy & the "Maître d'Hôtel Butter" is great for dipping fries in. All in all great experience! Fun fact, they give out postcards with your receipt at the end of dinner and if you want to write a letter, they'll send it out for free ;) read more

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An excellent choice for fine dining (both for Lunch and Dinner) in Williamsburg, especially if you are looking for French food. The bar, decor and staff are all excellent and Le Crocodile continues to bring me back with their excellent cocktails and delicious roast chicken + frites. I'd highly recommend trying to visit Bar Blondeau after your dinner. Try the following if you haven't been before 1) Country Pate 2) Roast Chicken + Fries (1/4 or 1/2 depending on how hungry you are 3) Frisee Salad 4) Scallops You'll have a great time here either with a small group or a larger group. While I'd recommend a reservation, it's certainly possible to do walk-in and try your luck. read more

Le Crocodile - 1/4th Roast Chicken with Fries - French Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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This review is for their breakfast only... Walked in and was seated in a nice, comfy booth. Our server greeted us promptly and we were given waters and our menu. I was kind of disappointed to see that there wasn't much variety in the way of breakfast items but I thought, hey, the few items they have are probably delicious! My sister ordered a full English breakfast (it was not) and I ordered the eggs w/ artichoke, spinach, and gigante beans. I understand that the English breakfast was Le Crocodile's version but then it shouldn't be called that if it's missing the Heinz baked beans (what are gigante beans anyway?!), bacon, and fried bread. My entree was literally two sunny-side up eggs (kind of undercooked, too) covered w/ a couple artichoke halves, a sprinkle of spinach, and those gigante beans again. Again, I know I'm not dining at a diner but for the price point of these entrees, you'd think it would at least come with a side of toast. No, that will be an extra $7. Service was pleasant and that was the only saving grace. The breakfast was a disappointment and while I would certainly return for lunch/dinner, I would not recommend this place for breakfast. Especially when there are so many breakfast/brunch options in the neighborhood. read more

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I enjoyed my dinner at Le Crocodile. We started with the scallops with rhubarb which was my favorite bite of the night. We also got a duck spread, the escargot, and steak frites. All dishes were good, and the steak was cooked well. I had the last bit of the black pepper sauce on the steak with bread to round out the meal. I would recommend coming here for a special occasion! read more

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This is my favorite French restaurant. The leek dish is beautiful, unique, with a perfect balance of flavors. I crave their roast chicken which is so juicy and flavorful. Do not skip out on their desserts! Inside it's fancy but cozy. read more

Le Crocodile - French Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Omg, my mouth is watering as I write this. Le crocodile has become one of my favorite Brooklyn spots. The staff was so helpful and made plenty of suggestions based on our cravings. I came here with a two other friends and we were blown away. We ordered the mushroom truffle pate and that was so flavorful but not over powering, it had all the right notes and was balanced. We had the tuna tartare and that was light and flavorful. The scallops were to die for and I loved the presentation. As our mains we ordered the orzo caccio y pepe, chefs kiss it was so good, and the fish!! Amazing read more

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Great meal and service. Beautiful room. Would have given 5 stars if there was not a large dog at the table next to us. Actually barked a couple times during the meal. Love dogs...but seriously...at this price point I don't expect to be seated next to one. read more

Le crocodile was quite a pleasant Brooklyn surprise. Exterior hotel art deco with parisque interior flare. Service was wonderful and food was deliciously delicious . read more

Le Crocodile - Delicious simple breakfast - French Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Came here on a Friday night and we were able to get a last min reservation. The ambiance and service of the restaurant was excellent. Our waitress was very friendly and knowledgeable about each dish. The service was very good. We started with the Jonah crab which was really really good and the bob lettuce salad. The salad had the best, light, flavorful dressing. I loved it. Next we ordered the onion soup which was good, but also pretty heavy and filling so I only ate half. I would suggest getting the top extra charred. I liked the soup, but it tasted a little bland compared to other onion soups I've had at other restaurants. Next we ordered the halibut and the steak frites. The halibut was very flavorful but the portion size was tiny. I really wish it was a larger portion of fish. The steak was good but there was way too much green sauce on top which drowned the entire steak. They call it butter but it didn't taste of such, it's more of a chimichuri, but portion size in comparison to the steak was a bit much. The deserts are really good. We ordered both the crème brûlée and the sticky banana pudding which came with an amazing caramel sauce. It def would be good with a side of ice cream. Overall it was good, some dishes outshined while the others werent anything to rave about. My expectations were pretty high so I was expecting a lot. read more

Great food. Burger, chicken liver pate fantastic. Win list a bit scary, not so many well known vineyards and $$&

Nice little find in Williamsburg! The aesthetic and ambiance is light and airy to match with the menu. For a nice brunch that is not too heavy, get 2-3 things to share and you will be satisfied! All selections were pretty decent, but the favorite was absolutely the sticky pudding!! It was warm and every bite was delicious!! Service was very goGive this place a try!! read more

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After wandering along Bedford Avenue and soaking up its SF vibe, we arrived at le Crocodile. It's a beautiful space with a great vibe. We were able to leverage their happy hour for our first course. There was a limited selection of wines, cocktails and appetizers. The red wine was very good. The big wins were on the apps- we shared the excellent mushroom pate and a really good country pate, accompanied by excellent sourdough bread. We headed to our table for our main course. The staff were very pleasant and really attentive. Wine by the glass was good. I had the steak frites. It was very flavorful and accompanied by a mountain of fries. If I had a big appetite, I would have gone for the steak au poivre. The roasted chicken was really good. My wife had the Jonah crab salad as her main. It was disappointing. It had a ton of mayonnaise and a big part of it was apple cubes. This was a clunker and not up to the level of the rest of the meal. Prices were in line with a first tier Manhattan French restaurant. I liked this place more than my wife did. 4.5 for me, 3.0 for her. I'm glad we tried it- it's a no brainer for happy hour and a nice meal if you order right. read more

Le Crocodile - Excellent roast chicken - French Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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