Came here for the pasta & wine happy hour and had a great meal! The wines were all really good, and the cacio e pepe pasta was delicious. They didn't have the telephone cord shaped pasta anymore which was a bit of a bummer, but I liked the shape it came with anyway. We also got the apple cobbler dessert - also tasty but nothing amazing. Overall great experience and I would recommend this place! read more

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We were looking for a place to get dinner on a Friday night in the WV, which is an Olympic sport. We walked into 2 other restaurants on the block and were told they were full. Left Bank had a reservation for 45 mins later and we grabbed it. We walked around WV and then headed back to the restaurant. The hostess was really nice and let us get seated 20 mins before our reservation time because we were there early! Our waiter was also extremely nice, he answered questions about the menu and provided great recommendations. The restaurant has nice vibes and is cozy. A great spot for dinner or a date night. We ordered espresso martinis to start, as recommended by our waiter. They were solid with decent foam and a roasted espresso taste. For dinner, we got the large order of mussels and a cacio e Pepe. The mussels were a classic white wine/garlic preparation which is exactly what I was craving. Came with fries and a few slices of bread for dipping in the sauce. The Cacio e Pepe had really nice flavor and a super fun noodle shape. With these curly shaped noodles it is always a bit more al dente than I prefer but I did really enjoy this pasta dish. We ended the night with their spicy cocktail which definitely had a nice kick and a tangy rim. Overall, such a great dinner spot! I can't wait to go again. read more

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Stumbled upon this place on a Friday night and was able to snag a seat outside. This place is definitely pricey BUT the food was phenomenal. I was a bit apprehensive about shallots in cacio e Pepe but I was wrong, it was incredible! The shaved Brussel sprouts salad & bolognese were great too. Ended with the chocolate olive oil cake and it was good, not great but every thing else was amazing! I would 100% be back for the cacio e Pepe. read more

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TERRIBLE service from the manager who was very condescending. happy hour menu is very confusing and she was rude about the whole thing. Will not be back. Food was fine but bolognese was not great. Needed more flavor and salt. read more

Cozy French bistro, good for a chill brunch. Loved their French dip sandwich. And the French toast topped with berries turned out to be an excellent dessert. The service was professional and friendly, I appreciated that they let us try 2 different wines before we settled on a bottle. Portion sizes and prices are not cheap but reasonable for the area. read more

Left Bank - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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Left Bank is truly one of my favorite spots in the city. I go often, and every visit reminds me why I keep coming back. The location is perfect, the ambiance is cozy yet lively, and the food and drinks are consistently excellent. Their happy hour is unbeatable, too. The staff is always welcoming, but I want to give a special shoutout to Eli. He is incredibly friendly, kind, and attentive every single time. His recommendations are always spot-on, and he has a way of making the entire experience feel personal and memorable. I'm always telling friends--and honestly, anyone who will listen--to check out Left Bank. It's an absolute gem and one of the best spots in the neighborhood. read more

Chris was our waiter, and the experience was very disappointing. He made unnecessary comments that made our party feel uncomfortable and unwelcome. After two people in my party were given whole milk instead of almond milk, I confirmed with him that my latte would be made with almond milk. Despite this, he still brought me a whole milk latte, even though I'm allergic to milk. Overall, we are very unhappy with the service. read more

DO NOT GO HERE. EXTREMELY RUDE HOSTESS. was told to go wait in one area by the Hostess and another employee told us to go to a different area and we were screamed and profiled at by the hostess. Will never return. Wish i could leave zero stars read more

Great place. Happy hour deal is a home run during the week. Menu is limited but also varied and more than adequate. Chicken sandwich is home run read more

The ambiance of Left Bank is really beautiful, however, the food didn't live up to my expectations. We went on a weeknight for their amazing happy hour deals ($25 for two appetizers / $25 for a burger and beer / $25 for pasta and a glass of wine). From looking at their regular menu prices, we couldn't pass this up! The restaurant was almost completely empty when we went-- only a couple more tables were seated outside, so the servers were very attentive. For our appetizers, we had half a dozen oysters and meatball bruschetta. The oysters were fresh, but the meatball bruschetta was a tad too salty. As for my entree, the pasta noodles felt a little undercooked for my liking. I would potentially return, but only for the vibe of the restaurant or if someone else wanted to go. read more

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Service and food were pleasant. Ambiance was great as we had the room downstairs. I recommend the orange wine and the gnocchi. Location is great in the village. read more

Left Bank - Orange wine - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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The happy hour special - wine and pasta for $20 - was excellent. The Brussel sprout salad was delicious. I'll definitely be back for that happy hour! read more

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Great happy hour. Hummus and Brussels sprout salad was delicious. Service and atmosphere were terrific. Will go back.

Came here with a group of friends. The ambiance was great! Beautiful and lively. The waitstaff could be better in that they disappeared frequently throughout our dinner and was confused about our peanut allergy and seemingly the menu. The food is extremely salty and generic American food. I ordered the meat sauce pasta and the fries, they had a great happy hour deal. Was not super thrilled with the food for the price given how salty is was, we also ordered a few drinks that seemed a bit weak. Overall, don't think I'd go back and might offer an alternative if in a group setting. read more

Left Bank is a beautiful corner restaurant in the West Village. I went after work to meet with some people and had a great time. The service was great and the vibes were great too. The food was amazing. Loved the Brussels sprout salad! They have great happy hour food and drink deals too. Will definitely be back! read more

Left Bank - Bavette Steak - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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My friend and I sat at the bar last Friday evening and the bartenders were amazing. So accommodating and amazing! We ate the meatballs and Parmesan fries and enjoyed some yummy drinks! Will definitely be back and the bartenders made it a great experience read more

Brunch before noon with a girlfriend from Scotland. There's always pressure to pick a good spot for a visitor and it was risky picking a place I had never been to or heard of. But we were lucky and I picked right. I loved how empty and quiet it was on a rainy Sunday morning. The atmosphere was just as I wanted - cozy with character. We got two dishes - the Dutch baby pancake with fresh berries and the eggs florentine with potato latke. Wow! We both ate every bite as they were made so well! I would definitely take another visitor or come again for the eggs florentine and a delicious latte in the corner booth before the noise levels rise in the afternoon. read more

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Blew my mind away with how good this burger was. It was cooked perfectly to my request. It was incredibly juicy and flavorful. AND during happy hour it is included in a $25 drink and food bundle! With the amazing food and the cute ambiance I can't wait to come back for brunch. read more

Left Bank - Burger - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Something about this place is just the best. It's relatively inexpensive, the vibe is both romantic and comforting. The menu is simple and everything on it is excellent. The only way I can explain it, is it's where you take someone you love lol read more

The happy hour deals are spectacular! The pasta was good and the drinks were yummy and strong. Would definitely be back. The waiters were amazing and attentive. Perfect place for a girls night or a date. I will be back for sure!! read more

The best food I ever had in a restaurant . Thank you guys. The calamari out this world , the cacio Pepe Jesus lord never seen nothing like that. Staff was great read more

love this local spot...they remember their customers and treat them like friends. excellent brussel sprout salad, burger, mussels and the happy hour is generous. a perfect west village spot. read more

I forgot to take pictures except for this one of the Brussels Sprouts and eggs. The service was great-- it was pretty full but they were still fast and attentive. Here is what I got: Capricci Cacio e Pepe: 5/5 Sooo good. The pasta tasted hand made. Also was a pretty big portion. Sometimes cacio e Pepe tastes so heavy but this didn't. Obsessed. Latkes: 3/5 The actual latke was good but it needed more sauce to smother it in. It came with apple sauce and sour cream. There were 3 medium sized latkes. It was just a side so I guess it didn't need to be anything crazy. Shaved Brussel Sprouts and crispy eggs: 3.5/5 It was good but not anything crazy. It was slightly dry so it maybe needed some more of a dressing situation. Also a big portion which was nice. I got whichever drink had mezcal and it was fire read more

We asked to be seated outside when it was 32 degrees and they said yes! They have heaters outside. They also have an outside seating that isn't completely closed off, it's nice and open and allows a good amount of air flow. The waiter named Eli was super nice and knowledgeable. Quick to help with whatever. He brought the drunks out quickly. He even brought out new water before we needed a new pitcher. Happy Hour has some appealing deals at $25. We all got the burger and beer for $25. They gave me a full size pint of Delirium Tremens, a Belgian beer, it tasted like the trippel. It was the first beer I've had in months,and it was delicious. It was filled to the brim, they didn't cheap out here. Two of us ordered rare and two of us ordered medium-rare. The waiter said it was Pat LaFrieda, so we kind of trusted them with the lower temperature. The burgers all came back cooked to the correct temperature. The rare was cool and red. The medium-rare was warm and red. There was no pink at all, it was red and perfect. It's nice being able to order the correct temperature. I want to come back and order the exact same thing. One of the best burgers I've had. read more

Left Bank - Outside seating - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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Solid French-American spot in the west village. We got a last-minute reservation for Saturday at 7:30 without a problem. Service was attentive, perhaps because the section of the dining room we were in was less full than the main room. That meant that our dinner was a little on the quieter side, and we were sitting under, a strong vent: usually would not be an issue, but since it was a rainy evening, it was a little cold. The food however, was very good. The shaved brussels sprout salad was refreshing and not too bitter. The chicken baguette sandwich was one of the best chicken sandwiches I've had. I got a side of Parmesan fries which were quite good, although slightly cold by the time I got them. Behalf order muscles was also enjoyable. read more

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This place was so good! I went with a group of friends and had a great time. First we got oysters which were so fresh! Then I got the trout as an entree which was very good if a little salty. My cousin got the rotisserie chicken sandwich which was 10/10! Also our server was super nice and the interior of the restaurant is pleasantly eclectic. read more

Left Bank - Rotisserie chicken sandwich - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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Very pleasantly surprised by Left Bank! I was a little unsure based on other reviews and that there were several open reservations, but the interior is very nice and the restaurant wasn't busy at all in the best way. We ordered the cacio e pepe and the halibut which were both delicious! The fish was fresh and very flavorful, and the cacio e pepe was sooo tasty. The shape of these noodles is also fantastic. Parmesan fries were plentiful and drinks were yummy but not super strong. Will be back! read more

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Cute premise of a restaurant in a calm part of the city. Unfortunately, the restaurant left a lot to be desired. I usually hate to judge restaurants in how packed they are...but on a beautiful Saturday afternoon, I should've trusted the only 2 tables that were filled. We ordered off the brunch menu which had appetizing descriptions...but the food was served cold and over cooked. We were excited to try the novel style of pancake...but it was burnt. read more

Left Bank - French toast - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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In a city full of food, this place was good. About average priced for what you get, maybe a little more pricey than what I liked. But the restaurant is cute and the outdoor seating is great. My one major gripe is that my friend has a gluten allergy and when we asked the waiter what would be ok for her to eat, he simply said what are you interested in. NOT HELPFUL cause everything she asked about they couldn't alter in any way (such as doing a lettuce wrap on the burger). After 5 different things that he said they couldn't do, our waiter finally pointed out the 2-3 things she could alter to eat. If someone asks about the menu when it comes to allergens, just answer instead of making the customer do all of the leg work. Probably won't come back because eating food when you have allergies should not be a guessing game. read more

The first review I wrote about Left Bank was 2 years ago. I am happily writing another one to update my experience. The first time we ate here, I was a new mom and had been refused service in a previous place before happening across Left Bank, and they were extremely welcoming of us (3). We sat out side and had drinks and dessert. We have a beautiful memory of this place as we let our child have their first taste of chocolate here, since the chocolate mousse was exquisite. Today, we returned with our second child to give her the rights of passage to having her first taste to chocolate, and the experience did not disappoint. In a city where food joints are a dime a dozen, and when a good amount of businesses didn't survive COVID, I am happy to say there are reasons this place survived: food, ambiance and service. We came in for brunch, cocktails and dessert. We sat in comfort while having lunch with our little ones. The place felt welcoming. The food was pleasantly good and the chocolate mousse was as delicious as our memory served us. We recommend this place to many of our friends and they have all had pleasant experiences here. I highly recommend it. read more

Left Bank - Aperol spritzer and chocolate mousse. - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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Was super excited to try Left Bank for brunch (especially for their Dutch Baby), but was left underwhelmed. We were able to walk in on a Sunday early afternoon and get seated pretty quickly, but service went downhill from there. It took longer than expected for us to get our order taken, and there seemed to be miscommunications between our server and the kitchen because our food got delivered to another table. The Dutch baby and burger were only alright, so I wouldn't say it's worth the prices. That being said, the ambience is very homey and cozy. read more

Left Bank - Dutch baby - New American Near Me - New York, New York

Came for the 30$ wine and pasta happy hour. Ended up getting apps and more than one glass of wine and this deal was no longer so cheap. I was slightly disappointed in the small menu. There isnt much variety at this spot unless you want a burger, chicken, or cacio e pepe. All options are very heavy, on the comfort food side. By no means was the food bad- the meatball bruschetta was amazing- but everything ( which wasn't much) was very heavy and rich. I left needing a walk. And having spent a lot more than i intended. Props to our waiter tho on indulging us in some very heavy pours for our wine. read more

A casual upscale restaurant that is beautifully decorated. Seats were comfortable and functional. The service was laid back but attentive. You're given room to enjoy your meal but there is always enough staff nearby in case you need something. My white wine came out at room temperature rather than being cold so that was a little disappointing. The mussels dish was great although missing a touch bit more seasoning. The chicken was excellent, crispy skin and tender meat but at $34 it didn't feel like it met my value expectations. Overall a solid place with minor nuances that can sway your decision to dine. I'd give it a try if you're in the area. read more

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THE BEST HAPPY HOUR!! $25 deals! The food was okayyy but for the price, the location and deals can't be beat. Split the bolognese & burger with fries. The burger was a little burnt but you could tell the pasta was home made. Server was super friendly & gave my friend a free birthday tequila shot! The flourless and olive oil cakes were DENSE but good for splitting with multiple people. read more

Food, service and value all great! Highly recommend and will visit again next time in NYC.

Left Bank has been a West Village mainstay for well over a decade. It continues to turnout terrific French bistro fare. While dinner at Left Bank is always enjoyable, my favorite is weekend brunch at Left Bank. Serving both brunch classics and some inventive dishes gives you a lot of options to choose from. While I normally go with a cocktail at brunch, the wine selection is so good at Left Bank that I always opt for wine over a cocktail. read more

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Had dinner yesterday at this extraordinary restaurant and was blown away by the service quality, intimate setting and scrumptious cuisine...what a treat!! The mussels were fresh and ready to be swallowed whole with the delectable broth. I had such a great meal a part of me did not want to leave this review for fear of being crowded out of a table on my next visit!! read more

Great ambiance and average level of noise for a Thursday night drink spot. Also great deal with 10$ margs and 8$ draft beers. Easy to get a spot at the bar just walking in. read more

Left Bank - 10$ skinny marg happy hour - New American Near Me - New York, New York

DO: Come here for the happy hour and apps, get quality wine + margs + cocktails DO NOT: Get the cacio e pepe - There's a difference between al-dente and just slightly under-cooked and this dish treads that line in a bad way. The wait staff was very sweet and attentive and service was remarkable. I got a little evening Americano that hit the spot. The bar area is beautiful with a rustic and traditional feel and I would highly recommend the happy hour deal, amazing bang for your buck. read more

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- Quiet little spot in the neighborhood - Further from the train stations so less people around - Not as busy on the weekends - Their grilled cheese is DIVINE (brunch) - However the portions of their other dishes are on the smaller side - Service is ok. There are two sections of the restaurant and not many servers walking around - They provide crayons for you to play with (the place mats are white paper) read more

Left Bank - New American Near Me - New York, New York

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