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Le Jardinier

4.0 (143 reviews)
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Beef Tartare Classic
Nathaniel C.

Highly recommend for a Michelin quality lunch (or dinner, but I had lunch). We got the 3 course pre-fixe lunch option (winter lunch menu), but I will say, the portions are filling so we could've gotten away with just 2 for lunch (but no regrets). Service was excellent and the space was lovely. We each started with the Beef Tartare & the Yellowtail -- wow. The tartare was very elegant and had a cohesive creaminess to it that really brought it together. The Tuna was in a citrus/orange broth that was really flavorful and complimented the tuna rolls exceptionally well. Would get both of these again, no question. We then moved on to the Ricotta Agnolotti & the Scallops. The Agnolotti had notes of squash in the broth and foam, so good this time of year. The Scallops were probably the best scallops I've ever had ... you have to get this. Also with notes of squash in the sauce, the scallops were cooked to perfection and accompanied with a whipped potato element that was so tasty. Then we moved on to the entree course with the Steelhead Trout & the Lobster Bisque. Again, personally we probably could've stopped at this point, but I'm glad we didn't for the Bisque ... this thing is filled with Lobster and had one of the best bisque's that I've ever had -- exceptional, but very filling so be warned. The trout tasted good, but if there was one dish I would change it would be this. While it had plenty of flavor, it got a bit stale halfway through. All in all, fantastic meal.

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Cyrtia M.

Quiet and dim restaurant with excellent service and delicious French food. Everything was amazing.

Amuse bouche
Tamie F.

We love this place so much that we visit every time we come to NYC. There are tons of amazing restaurants in New York and many with Michelin stars, but none as wonderful on every level as Le Jardinier! A few things set this Michelin starred restaurant apart: 1. The service is the best! We met David last night and he was delightful. He gave us some recommendations for other places to try, which was nice. Our favorite staff member came by a few times to chat. She's the sweetest! Everyone makes you feel welcomed. 2. The chef is more than happy to accommodate for dietary restrictions even when choosing the 6 course tasting menu, which you should choose! They make their own amazing gluten-free bread. It's better than anywhere else! The adjustments to the menu do not take anything away from the amazing experience. 3. The food is just so good! Everything is cooked to perfection and the accompaniments layer the flavors so well. Try a complete bite of every dish. While this is a beautiful, high-end establishment, it's not stuffy at all. We love it here and will keep coming!

Mythili M.

We had an excellent time. For a party of 6, each with different dietary restrictions and various asks--two vegetarian and a vegan), one person only drinking not dining, three people who wanted to order the RW menu while two wanted to order only a la carts--they were able to accommodate everything we asked for. Service was nearly seamless. I was most impressed by their sommelier's recommendations, from sparkling to red, he had us covered. Upon walking in, you get the sense that this is a midtown business lunch/dinner spot, and it probably is to a degree, but it's still a great place for group that's a little more casual in intention. In terms of ambiance, the only thing I wish is that they had some very light music going, classical, maybe some light jazz, or melodic EDM, I think that would really ratchet it up to a perfect environment. The food was good. The portion sizes are definitely small. The saffron risotto was good, but just a touch bland; I think it could have benefited from a dash of lemon or salt, but I feel that way from a lot of risotto, so that's likely just my preference. I found the triangoli subtle and flavorful. Regardless, everything feels and tastes fresh and the Gardener's influence is certainly felt. IMO, the best way to enjoy the menu is to order a few things and share. Located in, but really around the corner from the Selene

Valrhona dark chocolate cremeaux with salted caramel
Leeza M.

Visited again for RW lunch. The food still didn't disappoint, it was just $45 per person which can't be beat! Most of the dishes I had were the same as last time with the same quality, especially the risotto which continues to be my favorite one of the bunch. One quick note: the last time I came here was for a regular Wednesday dinner and we were one of only 5 tables by the time we left. This time it was packed for lunch, and while the staff were definitely busy and running around, they continued to offer great service so kudos to them!

Restaurant week menu
Ellen C.

Le Jardinier is a beautiful vibey spot. I came here for restaurant week and we were seated upstairs. The menu featured an appetizer, main, and dessert for $65 a person. Personally I was the most excited to try the appetizers but wasn't too blown away by them. The burrata was fresh but a little light in seasoning for me and the pork belly felt a bit thick. However, the salmon was phenomenal. I love a restaurant that doesn't overcook their fish and the combination with the texture provided by the roe was excellent. My sister, who's generally a bit of a pickier eater, even loved it too. The desserts were also yum. The cremeux featured four different layers including caramel and ice cream which was a nice surprise. Overall the food was pretty good but definitely on the pricier side. I did expect to be more blown away.

Natalie H.

The fresh bread basket was the highlight of the meal. The duck was made exceptionally well, and the other courses were delicious as well. Each were plated beautifully. There are some seasonal dishes that we see change on the menu every time we come. Reservations aren't hard to get -- truly a hidden gem!

Big Apple
Jay G.

Sorry to say the food is very good but the prices have gotten very high and not reasonable when a bass fish is $72. Yes everything is nicely prepared but not when entrees are so expensive. The service is good but not as good as it had been in the past when prices were 40% lower.

Bread basket
Vicki C.

Finally a place with proper service, cleanliness, nice environment, and good food! Other @michelinguide restaurants in NYC should learn from them! Would gladly revisit in the future.

Vivian L.

We had a reservation for a weekday lunch for restaurant week. The interior is beautiful with plenty of natural lighting and plants. The service was attentive, although there was a bit of a wait between the appetizer and main course. I ordered the pork belly, salmon, and the summer peach tart, and my friend ordered the gazpacho, duck confit tagliatelle, and the chocolate cremeux. The plating was beautiful, but the pork belly and salmon were a tad overcooked. The portions were good, and for the price I would go back.

Jackie H.

I would give this 3.5 stars. They forgot our bread (we had to ask for it) and the duck confit did not wow me. The crispy pork belly dish was a good idea in theory but really tough and dry to chew. They kept trying to clean our plates when we clearly were not done. The ambiance and decor is nice and the desserts were lovely.

Lai M.

The food was delicious as was the presentation. The 4 stars is for the food only. We didn't enjoy the cold bread they gave us. We also got a later lunch reservation at 1:45pm and we definitely felt rushed. My friend was running late and I was told kitchen orders need to go in before 2:00pm which was fine except they wanted to take our orders well before 2:00pm. They serve the appetizer at 2:03pm before my friend even got there so the food was sitting on the table while I waited. This would have been a 5 star meal if service was better.

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Sammi K.

Came here with friend for dinner.Absolutely a gem that perfectly balances sophistication and comfort. Love its sleek, modern interior design. The lush greenery integrated into the decor creates an atmosphere that feels like dining in an elegant indoor garden.Such an ideal spot for an intimate dinner or a stylish celebration. Each dish is well presented and flavorful. The vibrant colors and artful plating were aesthetically pleasing. The ingredients were fresh and the depth of flavor elevated the dining experience. The service was attentive and we enjoyed our conversation with the waitress. Definitely will come back!

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How are they with allergies? Will I be able to eat any bread or dessert here with a peanut allergy or is it all made off site?

I don't know about peanut allergies, but my wife is gluten-free and they accommodated very well. Really good gluten-free bread!

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3.9(1.3k reviews)
1.1 miMidtown West, Hell's Kitchen, Theater District
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When I am in NYC for more than a day Marseille is a must…read more While the restaurant is spacious, it is the cozy bar that is perfectly delightful. On my most recent visit Matt was the well groomed old style bar keep that gave me the specials and prepared one of the house libations. The food is amazing and the duck pate is a must. NYC is filled with great dinning and Marseille after 22 years is STILL one of them.

I booked this based on reviews for our first night in NYC before a show. Gave 2 hours before the…read moreshow so should be fine. First off the decor is awesome. I love the mirrors and the menus written on them. The greeters were GREAT. Very welcoming and pleasant. We were seated quickly at a corner table with a great view of the restaurant. Our waitress was cordial, kinda business like. It took a while to get drinks ordered. They took our orders - I got the Branzino and my wife ordered the price fixe. The French onion soup she got as her first course was delightful! So rich, beautifully done!!! That was the high point. The branzino when they brought it out they spilled a decent bit of the sauce on my wife's foot (she was in sandals). No real apology and no one offered to give her anything to clean up. The branzino was ok. Nothing to write home about. My wife got the chicken - WAAAAAY over-fried. Dry as a bone. Mashed potatoes and hericots verts on her dish were delish! Profiteroles for dessert were good as well. It was an ok meal but not worth the price. Probably would not return.

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3.8(718 reviews)
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Updating my review for one of my favorite restaurants in New York, Chez Josephine! This time, I…read morecame to celebrate my birthday (New Year's baby!) as a solo diner. I had a 7pm reservation, but was running late, and they were flexible and told me to come any time. Upon my arrival, I was seated by the piano. The pianist playing that night, Andrew Abrahamsen, was very talented. He played an eclectic mix of songs, including "I Will Survive," Disney's "When You Wish Upon a Star," and "Somewhere Over the Rainbow." As the night went on, he played Happy Birthday for me, and went on a 90s Disney Renaissance spree, playing songs including "Go the Distance" from Hercules, "Out There" from Hunchback of Notre Dame, "Beauty and the Beast," and "You've Got a Friend in Me" from Toy Story. Ordered black tiger shrimp for my entree. It smelled wonderful, and especially peppery once the waiter added pepper to it. The risotto the shrimp sat on was also very delicious. I ended up taking this to go, and it still tasted great later on! For dessert, I chose the lemon tart brûlée with raspberry sorbet. It came with "Happy Birthday" written on the plate with chocolate, and a candle on the sorbet. As always, the ambiance and decor is very beautiful, with portraits of Josephine Baker to honor the revolutionary badass woman. Thanks for the great birthday dinner, Chez Josephine!

Welcoming, unpretentious, classic. Just what we were looking for. The bar, led by Isaac, was lively…read moreand full of conversation. The food and wine did not miss. Would love to come back soon.

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Steak Frites Bistro - Hunger steak 9 ounces

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4.5(297 reviews)
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Finally. I've been on the search. City after city. 6 different French restaurants in Chicago. Not…read moreto mention Washington DC and other cities. But I finally found authentic steak tartare. Hand cut. Not run through a blender. The closest to the nest that I've had in Paris. Ambiance: 10/10 Steak tartare: 9/10 Pomme fritte: 7/10 Service: 10/10 Don't get me wrong these fries were good. Better than all the others. Not quite good as in Paris. It was a joy to eat here. And I feel like I've finally found a place that compares to Paris. The best of Chicago produced nothing to compare to Paris.

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3.7(416 reviews)
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I grew up nearby and been wanting to come here for over 30 years- since I was young- but was a…read morelittle intimidated. Im sad about that. Putting the food aside (which was VERY good), the place is beyond charming... like walking into your nonna's living room- and the staff was welcoming. As for the food: everything is "perfect" in a simple, old school, traditional way. No trendy twists. This is a GOOD thing in my book. It has been years since Ive had escorgot that I loved, but this brought me back. I had almost sworn off of it. My steak au-poivre was cooked to perfection and green peppercorn sauce was sublime. The fries were basic but in a good, I dare say perfect, way. My gf had the sole and, altho she says it wasnt earth shattering, liked it as well. The soufle was a bit of a novelty for me but worth a try. This place is Old School New York at its finest. P.S. I cant stand liver or pate but my gf ordered the foie gras (which ive never had) and tho i resisted trying it, I finally did and loved it. I think that says something about the place. She said it was perfect.

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4.6(81 reviews)
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We were able to get a last-minute reservation at 7p on the Sunday before Memorial Day and entered…read morewhat was a pretty empty establishment. There were only 2 other parties seated and we were seated immediately upon arrival. It's fairly dark inside and the decor reminds me a bit of New Orleans. I enjoyed the ambiance. The drinks were great! I had the cocobella while he had margaritas. The table bread was hot and fresh, so make sure they bring it to the table for you. We had the mussels for an appetizer, lamb chops and bass. EVERYTHING was excellent! The flavor of the broth for the mussels was Devine, so much so my husband used his bread to sop up all he could. The bass had great flavor and came with sautéed spinach that was well cooked. It initially looked like a small portion but turned out to be plenty. The lamb chops were cooked to the requested temp and seasoned well. We left no crumbs. This one is definitely worth a try!

If you're going to see a Broadway show, plan on stopping here to enjoy some delicious food. This…read moreplace has such a smooth, sexy vibe. Staff are lovely. Decide is classy cool. The food is perfection. The pulled oxtails are delicious. Gave me goosebumps. The fish was cooked to perfection. The sweet plantains were perfect. The drinks were done very well too. It's a bit expensive, but you get what you pay for! YUMMY

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4.1(258 reviews)
0.8 miTheater District, Midtown West
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Maman remains my favorite brunch spot whenever I'm in NYC, and this visit to a new location was…read morejust as lovely as ever. This space felt larger than the other locations I've been to, while still keeping the same cozy, charming, and beautiful vibe that defines their brand. We were a party of three, and each of us ordered different sandwiches and pastries. I got the Katie's Chicken Sandwich, which is one of my absolute favorites and something I order almost every time I'm visiting the city. For pastry, I tried the Cherry Croissant Cube for the first time, and I was honestly speechless. It was incredibly flavorful, delicious, and truly made my day. I 100% recommend trying it. For drinks, I ordered the seasonal Cherry Elderflower Spritz. It was just okay compared to everything else, but not bad. Overall, Maman continues to be my go-to brunch place in NYC, and this visit reminded me exactly why.

Unnecessary confrontation over a 5-minute early pickup…read more I'm a regular Too Good To Go customer and have picked up bags from Maman before without issue. This visit was a frustrating exception. The app activated the swipe button shortly after 5PM -- which Maman and several other stores have recently started allowing as an early pickup signal. I went to the store accordingly. The young male Hispanic employee at the register refused to hand over my bag, insisting the pickup window didn't start until 5:15. All the bags were already packed and ready. There were no other customers in line. I tried to explain how the app works and that early pickup had been allowed here before, but he repeatedly cut me off. At one point I said "if you want to play by the book, so be it" -- meaning it as a neutral acknowledgment. He took offense, raised his voice, and kept repeating "I don't play, you play" in an increasingly hostile tone. I asked if he understood the expression. He just kept repeating "I don't play." When I asked to speak with a manager, he said there wasn't one. When I asked what a customer is supposed to do when there's a problem with an employee, he told me to come back tomorrow and talk to him. This was completely avoidable. The bags were ready. It was a 5-10 minute window, allowed by the app. The confrontation served no purpose. I noticed the review posted the day before mine mentions "poor customer service at the register" -- I suspect we encountered the same person. Maman has a good reputation worth protecting. I'd encourage management to review this interaction and make sure this particular staff is trained properly.

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La Bonne Soupe - French onion soup

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4.0(307 reviews)
0.4 miMidtown West

All around delicious. Super cozy, warm atmosphere and solid service…read more Loved the escargots, it was a generous portion and very flavorful full of garlic as it should. The frites were the best I've had - super thin and crunchy and the mussels were fantastic in a delicious white wine sauce and again a LARGE portion. We were left happy and full - the Bordeaux Blanc we ordered was perfect to go with it all.

Came here a mere week after five-star my first visit, and this experience was significantly less…read morepositive. While the French Onion soup was still a stand-out dish, the painfully slow service detracted. There appeared to be a single waitress working. I didn't notice during my first visit if there were multiple servers, but the first time I did hear the waiter advise another table that the kitchen was behind and there would be a wait for food. (This didn't affect me since on my first visit I only ordered soup.) Same thing happened this time, and there was a significant delay between our soup/salad course and entrees. We were told the kitchen was backed up. this is apparently the norm. For appetizers, the French onion soup was a gold star dish. My friend had the goat cheese salad which she said was also very good. The Chicken Cordon Bleu was good, and a hard-to-find dish in NYC. While eating our entrees, the server never checked on how things were or if we needed anything. Once finished, we sat there for a long time waiting for our plates to be cleared, and finally had to "announce" that we were done and request our dessert (as we had ordered the prix fixe menu). For dessert we ordered the Dame Blanche and Profiteroles. I would recommend neither. The ice cream (in both) was poor quality, crystallized and not creamy. A real shame. In all, the meal too 2.5 hours due to the slow service. The soup remains fantastic. I'm downgrading my review to recommend this spot only for soup and salad and not a full, hours-long meal. For that, it's 5 stars, for a full meal a middling 3.

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Le Jardinier - french - Updated May 2026

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