I've eaten at this restaurant since in opened on 14th street a millennium ago then again when it moved to 79th St. I always liked it, but didn't remember how good it really was. Last night I was looking for a French bistro that served roast duck. Would you believe, its wasn't an easy find. I also wanted a classic style adult setting. If classic style, warm inviting and well, an adult setting, Quatorze is your place. The light glows off the muted yellow walls and gives framed French posters a glean of nostalgia, which they are meant to do. The tables are spaced so you don't feel cramped. Relaxing. The food and service were on point. Kevin our waiter was attentive and professional. Knew all the menu and made knowledgeable recommendations. The hostess is also inviting and has a warm smile. I had the onion soup. Solid, with a deep rich broth. We also had the pate and the string beans. The beans were amazing. This was followed by the cassoulet which, in the winter, seems so appropriate. It had pork, sausage and duck confit. Yummy and warm. My friend and I had the duck confit. One with winter vegetable and one with roasted potatoes. Hit the mark. Crispy, moist and rich with flavor. If you are looking for classic French bistro cooking in a relaxed adult atmosphere, Quatorze is your place. read more

Severe food poisoning; vomiting, diarrhea, fever, etc.- NYC Dept. of Health- Grade Pending- several prior sanitary violations noted. Food service workers are not washing their hands properly or at all. Manager stated they discarded the bad food. No offer to reimburse bill. Dine at your own risk. read more

I remember my first of many dinners at Quatorze on 14th street 35 years ago. It was my birthday, which I shared with Jimmy the bartender. Great meal, French ambience and Jimmy's after dinner French cognac was perfect. Flash forward, many years and many meals later, I stopped back after seeing that they had relocated their UES location but I had a very different and disappointing experience. Our waitress approached the table, unable to speak because of her laryngitis - (why was she on the floor in the first place? we were all quite uncomfortable with the potential of getting sick. That said, we had no dynamic at all with our server, merely placed an order like it was a McDonald's. After cajoling my dinner mate that the cassoulet was a must, an hour later the famous cassoulet rolled out; it fell woefully short of any expectations. Who has ever had a French cassoulet with not a trace of garlic sausage? A few chunks of lamb and a duck leg was just not satisfying. Also, a little embarrassed to have talked up such an expensive meal only to have been brought that version. Nostalgia can't fix a poor meal. Sorry to say I won't return. read more

I want to give this restaurant ZERO stars according to how they treat their customers. Please see the review I posted below and the owner's incredibly rude response to me... 1) Had he read my review properly, he would have seen that I appreciated and complimented the waitress, Abby's service. 2) In addition, has he ever heard of "CUSTOMER SERVICE"????? I merely asked how come two other couples were seated at a TABLE FOR 4, whereas he and the Maitre' D wanted to stick us in a crowded area in the corner of the restaurant not even 1ft away from the next diners!!!!! His explanation that the "diners had a reservation for 4 people and they cancelled the last minute due to Covid" does not ring true. We could also have said that we were a party of 4 but due to Covid, only 2 of us showed up!!! (Perhaps, Mr.Alex, the owner, will appreciate people who walk into his restaurant, as more and more restaurants are closing down because of Omicron). 3) At no point, did I ever insult the Maitre' D and the owner. Unlike, what he has done to me and he has lied about how I treated the waitress. I asked for her name which is Abby, and she was more than delighted when we thanked her for the wine and her service. 4) At no time, did the owner ever try to remedy the situation....In fact...he exacerbated a negative situation even more. He can respond all he likes to this negative review BUT as the saying goes..."Methinks the lady doth protest too much". Last point, I would not waste my valuable time responding to his nasty comments but want to reiterate the point that the CUSTOMER SERVICE IS NON-EXISTENT. The owner and the Maitre' D were both rude, insulting, and hostile. I posted this first review on Google: and the owner's nasty review is below: "QUATORZE RESTAURANT on 82 & First Ave is a ZERO! In this day and age of Covid, Omicron, Masking and people wanting to be vigilant about staying safe, we were humiliated, treated so poorly and WERE BASICALLY TOLD to "take it or leave it". We left and SHALL NEVER RETURN!! From the second we arrived at the restaurant the maître d' Diego was fairly rude and stated that he would only accept the vaccination card and would not accept a picture of the card (as most other restaurants have done). Than he guided us to a table for 2 in the corner, which was only about a foot apart from the next table and cramped! Both my date and I were not comfortable "sitting in the corner" so close to other diners and we requested a table in the center of the restaurant which was set for 4 (of which there were three or four vacant tables at 7:30 at night). We were then seated at a table for two in the middle of the restaurant. Abby the waitress was lovely and we ordered Pellegrino and wine. As we looked around Lo & behold we see two diners at two different tables of four, and one couple came in and Diego kindly removed two of the table settings, allowing the two diners to sit very comfortably at a table for four. I was pretty incensed; my companion was pretty upset..:and I called over Diego and asked "how come two couples are sitting at tables of four, and we were not "allowed" to?!" He was very brusque with me and said I'd have to speak to the owner... so I said I wanted to speak to him. Then Alex, the owner, sashayed over and told me how rude I had been to his Maitre' D, and that the table we were at was it!! He would not move us! I told him that perhaps he had never heard of "customer service" and that in this day and age of Covid, people didn't want to be sitting on top of each other or be cramped, and that I didn't understand why some guests were seated at tables of 4 (when they were only 2), and why was he being so rude to customers frequenting his restaurant when most restaurants would Love to have customers! He told me that I had insulted DIEGO (I asked him to elucidate and he gave a harumphhhh) and said that was the best he could do and basically to take it or leave it. I told my companion that I wanted to leave and then I said to the owner that he had better not mess with me because I'm going to write a scathing review about his restaurant and his (lack of customer) service and the entire disgusting way he talked to us! We left! He was arrogant, rude intransigent, and both he and Diego deserve this scathing review and we shall never, ever ever return or recommend Quatorze on 82nd and 1st Ave., New York. Thankfully we went to a lovely Bistro two blocks away and the food and service was outstanding! Shall be writing a positive review about that completely different experience!" His response: see below read more

Quatorze - Here is the owner's respone!!!!! - French Near Me - New York, New York

We went last Friday and sat at the bar. Lazlo (the bartender) was friendly and had some good suggestions. The restaurant was very busy with a nice vibe. We started out with the endive salad; just delicious with Roquefort and walnuts. We also had the Bacon, Leek and Gruyere Tart. You have to wait awhile for that bc it's baked fresh but worth the wait, amazing. I had the soft shell crab entree, sautéed to perfection and it came with great shoestring fries. Very generous portion. My husband had the Duck Confit and loved it. For dessert we shared the Peach Melba; it was scrumptious. Definitely will be back soon! read more

Great food in a cozy (if crowded) ambience. The beef bourguignon was good, but the salmon in a choron sauce was truly exemplary. Would come again. read more

Lovely, quaint, and family-owned classic French bistro on the Upper East Side. Our feast consisted of oysters and Pol Roger Brut NV Champagne to start along with sauteed chicken livers, mushrooms, and sage. The main courses were savory and followed by chocolate mousse and cappuccino. The service was impeccable and we felt at home. Merci! read more

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Disappointing. Excited to find hard to find sweetbreads on menu -- unfortunately, these were not good . Others in party said their main courses were better - but only one rave ( for one of the duck options but not for other). Below average service: for example , we were asked about drinks even before we saw menu -- but then no one ever came around to see if we wanted wine. Had to ask for more water. Expected better especially at these prices. read more

We had a very enjoyable meal sitting outside. The vodka martini, sauteed chicken livers, mashed potatoes, bread, butter, flank steak with ratatouille and potato salad all excellent. The only negatives...the tables are too small, the waiter told us the flank steak did not come with any sauce but it did. It came with a wonderful horseradish sauce and also ratatouille and potato salad. The biggest negative...the lack of serving utensils to share the dishes as we ordered them to share. This was very frustrating and messy. I hope the restaurants starts automatically bringing serving utensils without having to be asked dish after dish when diners are sharing all dishes with the table. Thank you! We will definitely return! read more

My family and I came to Quatorze over the weekend to celebrate my sister's engagement and our experience was absolutely delightful. We have eaten here multiple times and have never been disappointed. Alex, Diego and the rest of the staff are incredibly welcoming and attentive. Their wine selection is fantastic and the food is outstanding. We started with oysters and the veggie of the day. We all ate the boeuf bourguignon for our main course. It was one of our favorite dishes we've ever had. Overall, this is a fantastic restaurant- great food, ambiance and staff. Highly recommend to anyone looking to enjoy French cuisine in NYC! read more

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Quatorze is an elegant haven of excellent French cuisine. You really cannot go wrong with anything on the menu. Portions are generous and with high quality ingredients. When my entrees came out, I was absolutely floored. Boeuf bourguignon and calves liver...wow. Two classics I highly recommend. The restaurant itself has a peaceful ambiance, sometimes very lively on weekends. The staff is wonderful, and you can tell the chefs and cooks really put a lot of love and care into the dishes. Want to experience Paris in NYC? This is it. A wonderful spot to take friends, family, or just to have a quiet solo-meal at the bar. I've sent my French foodie friends here and they've become loyal customers. I'll definitely be coming back to this neighborhood gem! read more

An UES staple for French cuisine, you feel like family here. Service was very friendly, especially the bartender, and the food is amazing. I had the steam frites and would also recommend the beouf bourguinon and beef liver. read more

unhappy tonight at this restaurant and sad to say we were extremely unhappy and dissatisfied. Terrible service by amateur waitress. Couldn't even bring water or bread for 25 minutes until we actually had to ask/ beg. Then she completely disappeared after we spoke to manager. Not after telling me that the substitute wine for the one I wanted was $45 more than the wine that they were out of. Service only improved when we complained and that's when they admitted to being short staffed. Overall very disappointing dinner experience costs me $500 clams We give them one single star. read more

Love the new location. Amazing and always good! Staff is very attentive. Great martinis and fried waffle potato chips (?) at the bar! Food is always on par. The trout and chicken are always solid choices. Had the cassoulet and it was perfect. Amazing fries, always. One suggestion? PLEASE add a Quatorze Burger. read more

Stay away at all cost. Dinner with five friends. Ordered the $68 rack of lamb medium. Comes with other entrees so well done it's inedible. Send it back, they're annoyed says it takes 10 minutes to recook. I say ok, rest of table eating. Then they bring out again, totally raw. They offer to recook again, another 10 minutes. By now, table done eating, I've lost my appetite. They bring another and I just don't want it anymore. Nasty every step of the way. I tell them I or my friends won't be back, they say good. I did nothing wrong they acted like I did. STAY AWAY. Many other places similar menu, professional servic. read more

I'm in shock . I get it . The new business will never be as good as the old but show some compassion . I understand I was in jeans and a tee shirt but who cares . I decided to sit at the bar and order food to go . I was moved twice . The second time to make way for a really tacky couple who I guess were friends of the manager. I moved while they ordered margaritas. Margaritas? Got home and the food was bad . Lesson to be learned. Never again read more

the food was inedible my aunt ordered the grilled chicken it was tough dry and no flavor. She ate bread instead that's how bad it was. my order was beef stew I forgot the proper French name for the dish but the beef tasted really weird. nothing was good about my meal either.the other person I was with had trout. it was all far below subpar. I have eaten here I think during brunch hours months ago and it was good. I don't know what happened but I will not be going back there to try again after this last time read more

What a huge disappointment. Was hoping the food preparation would be the same as when Quatorze was located on E. 79th St. Well, not even close. We were there last evening and ordered the liver. It consisted of two of the thinnest slices one could imagine. To make matters worse, it was so over-cooked, it was truly like shoe leather... not edible, at all. The sauce was lacking in flavor and the consistency was watery. Additionally, we felt rushed from the moment we sat down. Before having a chance to remove my coat and fully sit down, we were asked about ordering drinks, and then again a few seconds later, and then we were urged several times to place our order. The staff were cold and lacked authenticity. Let's see how long they can survive solely upon their previous reputation. The evening was a disaster, and they lost, what was once, a loyal and regular customer. So sad! read more

Not so much a review... more like a return to memory. In 1992, i moved to NYC, and the second place I found employment was "Quatorze bis." Mark and Peter were amazing bosses and just great people to be around. They taught me more about client relationships, unwavering discretion, the highest standards, and commitment to authenticity than my degrees ever could. I'm now a VP with a global, high-end steakhouse chain and recently had dinner at "Quatorze bis" - and it was flawless. The welcoming environment that I remember on E 79 st, existed too, on 1st Ave. The service was impeccable and and the servers worked together in what looked like a ballet. The food was world-class authenticity and truly delicious. The pate is simply amazing, and the moulle molierre ( steamed mussells with tomato sautee) is devine. Entrees were cassoulet and bouef bourganon, and they were OMG amazing. The duck and pork in the cassoulet were tender, and the sausage was perfectly cooked. When I tasted the bouef bourganon, it was like a perfect homecoming. The tart tantan for dessert with port wine and Fromboise brandy with poached pears were advised by our server... they too, were flawless. Negronis to start, a vintage Bordeaux, with dinner, and a 1923 sircial port capped off the evening. It was the perfect dinner. Yes, I might be a bit biased in my opinions- but I know exactly what Marc DiGiulio and Peter Meltzer founded on 14th Street and perfected on E 79th Street- I was there. Their unbelievably high standards and commitment to authenticity, flavor, service and experience is as strong today, as it ever was. Treat yourself to a bit of Paris in Gotham. read more

A warm WELCOME BACK to "The Q." They've found a beautiful corner on 82nd/1st and built a near replica of the former East 79th spot, retaining its magic. The only restaurant in NYC I call home. The menu is consistently excellent, but for me, it's about seeing so many regulars (Friends), which eat here weekly. The wait staff is well trained and professional. The vibe just makes me feel like I belong. I've met so many awesome people over 25 years here, usually while having dinner at the bar, which is quaint and ideal for conversation. I've brought so many friends and clients here because I'm 100% certain I will be treated well and eat a fantastic meal. read more

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Just moved to the UES and wanted to check out this place ASAP after being recommended to it by a couple of friends. Completely lived up to my expectations. As soon as I walked in, I was enamored of the beautiful interior design and general vibes of the place. Sitting at the bar was lovely, Laszlo (the bartender) was very nice and considerate. The roast chicken I had was perfection, and I cant wait to try the rest of the menu. If you're looking for sophisticated, relaxed, warm and friendly vibes (and delicious food!) definitely check out this place. I know I'll be coming back. read more

I'd known and liked the place at two less convenient earlier locations. was put off by some negstive recent reviews but decided to give it a try anyhow. The decor was warm and attractive, the crowd sophisticated but relaxed. There was a short menu of bistro classics. The shared endive salad was well balanced and both of our main courses- calves' liver and magret de canard- were cooked to a perfect medium rare as ordered. Our server was attentive and charming. It was pricey but these days what isn't? If this place went through a pandemic bad patch, it has come out the other end. I'll go again. read more

Absolutely miserable experience here as a first time customer. The "special" onion soup gratinee was clearly pre-packaged onion soup that was ice cold. I sent it back, and it still came back ice cold. Cancelled it. About 40 minutes later, the duck came, and it was ice cold. I asked for the peppercorn sauce on the side, yet it came slobbered all over the plate. The potatoes that came with it were also pre-packaged. I sent this main dish back as well. I felt bad for our lovely waitress. The bottle of pinot noir and the bread were highlights of the meal. I live in the neighborhood. AOC is up the street, where the service and food are always good. Thus, this was my first and LAST visit to Quatorze. Too bad, as the ambiance was nice. read more

This place is definitely a skip. 1 waitress for the entire restaurant. Food was mediocre and way overpriced. Should be 25% cheaper. So understaffed that the table next to us had to ask to borrow our ketchup because they couldn't get anyone to help them. We weren't drinking but we were never asked if we wanted drinks. read more

Very disappointed!! I had wanted to go there for sometime. Ambiance was nice and service was fine. Ordered beef bourguignon and it tasted as if salt shaker top was removed and poured directly in to the dish. I could not finish it. It was truly inedible!! On top of that, the food is way overpriced!! read more

Lovely dinner. Solid wine list. Classic French dishes done well. The new space is comfortable. Will be back.

My husband and I had an excellent first dinner experience here and will be coming back. We had walked by one evening and liked the classic French bistro vibe the place had, so we decided to make a reservation a few weeks later and try it. When we first came in, we noticed the upscale but friendly atmosphere. Many people seemed to be locals or regulars, but we still felt welcome. The food is well-prepared and the restaurant is cozy and unpretentious. We enjoyed the duck, salmon, and the goat cheese salad. (The salad was a standout and is recommended--the goat cheese on top is warm and perfectly prepared, so this dish goes beyond your standard restaurant salad.) We were too full for dessert but really enjoyed our meal and will definitely be coming back. read more

Great local spot. Really good French food. The service is fantastic! Nicole is one of the best servers in Manhattan. Definitely ask for her when you go. read more

Felt like I was in France! The food, drinks, and ambiance were fantastic. Authentic, hardy, honest dishes that were très bon. Started off with foie gras, escargots, had a braised duck as a main, and finished off with a delectable creme caramel. Service was great too. I highly recommend. read more

Amazing legit French food on the upper east side. The baguettes, the saucisson, boeuf bourguignon, frites, and cassoulet were a incredible. Beautiful ambience too. read more

This is an comfortable, but serious restaurant. White table cloths, tables reasonably spaced, no piped-in music. The staff outdid themselves to make our meal a delight (including a basket of home made potato chips) . I shared a terrine and then had perfect soft shell crabs. We shared profiteroles for dessert. Will happily return. read more

We ate too much, but that's because we couldn't say no. This is classic French through and through. As my friend said, "There is absolutely nothing nouveau about this place" and there doesn't need to be. From seafood sausage, to beef bourguignon, salmon, asparagus, profiteroles, mouse, and tarte tatin it was all divine. If you like things old school, but not old fashioned, you'll love Quatorze. read more

We four really enjoyed our first visit to the New Quatorze Bis. Appreciated the Vac policy. The space is perfect. We each had different entrees and all were happy. Great grilling on the chicken and son's duck was perfect. Go, you will be happy. read more

I have been to Quatorze Biz over 50 times but have never been so turned off as I was tonight. The maitre'd (black man with curly hair) was totally inappropriate, as we were having coffee. He basically asked us to leave as someone wanted our table. While the food was excellent, it maybe a long time..if ever.. Before I return read more

Fantastic in every way... from the decor to the service to the wine list to the food. I felt just like I was in a lovely bistro right in Paris. Four of us had a lovely dinner. We shared a wonderful bottle of white wine from the extensive (French) wine list. Bread and delicious sweet butter was brought to the table. For dinner I had the mixed green salad with mustard vinaigrette to start. The greens were fresh and the dressing was light yet flavorful. I then had a fish entree from the specials menu. The branzino was sauteed in butter and topped with slivered almonds, and served with rice pilaf. It was fresh from the fish monger delicious! Desserts are made in house.... and my apricot almond tart was light and delicious. A wonderful ending to a perfect meal! read more

Came here only for dessert. Amazing profiteroles! Very accommodating, polite, and friendly staff. I look forward to trying the dinner here in the future. read more

A family favorite and the one place that my boyfriend and I are happy to go to each time we visit NYC. Staff is so friendly, very experienced, and always welcomes us with a huge smile. Granted my family live nearby and are regulars, but I don't feel the staff are any different no matter who walks through the door. We have come for lunch and dinner and the food is consistently fresh and delicious. We are never rushed even on a Friday night with a full house. Wine selection is great and your glass will never be left empty as they will regularly fill them for you. Our favorites are the grilled half chicken, steak frites, beef bourguignon, oysters, endive salad, onion soup, and the bread is always perfect to start. Be sure to leave room for the apple tart as well! Overall it is a wonderful place to take a significant other, family, or friends, with a pleasant ambiance and welcoming staff. Sadly we enjoy our meals so quickly that I've never once snapped a picture! read more

It's too bad there is not a lower rating as I've never encountered such arrogant and dismissive service anywhere else - ever.... The waiter could not be bothered to answer menu questions, responding to inquiries such as, "what do you recommend" with answers such as "whatever you like to eat," then walked away during the middle of the order to tend to something else - we had to ask him back twice before he would take the wine order. When he filled one glass about half-full, we asked him to finish at which point he got some in the glass, more on the bread, and left without comment. The only saving grace was that he was so disinterested that he forgot to charge for the beverages. If you are interested in respectful, professional service, there is a McDonalds a couple of blocks away that puts this place to shame. read more

This is a solid UES comfort food restaurant.. the grilled chicken with herbs and French-fries is legendary.. as is the vinaigrette they use on their salad. This is highly recommended read more

Sad to say Quatorze is a shell of its former self. The food is fine but the personal touches from host, bartender, waitresses are all long gone. Everyone on the staff seems bored and disengaged. It's not the warm, welcoming place it used to be. The ambiance and lighting are chilly and harsh. This isn't the cozy dependable place you relied on for years and years. Oh well. On to the next place! read more