A must stop for brunch in West Village New York! Don't let the line to get in scare you away. We walked up and were pretty far back, to our delight when the hostess was asking all how many in your party the 2 of us were seated right away. I loved the charm of the decor and the bar in the front! I will tell you exactly what to order for an amazing dining experience! The French 75 is a must! I love that the waiter tops it off table side! For coffee I highly recommend the cafe mile. It has milk, honey, a touch of cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract! It's a flavor burst and delicious! I highly recommend starting out with one pastry. We chose a plain croissant, served with butter, light, flaky, and tasty! For the main course, I highly recommend the Cro Madame! I love this dish. I have had it in several restaurants, and this was the best I have ever had. My son lives in New York. He took me to some amazing restaurants. This was one of my favorites. I love all of the decor in this restaurant that small touches like the bicycle out front with the basket filled with wine, corks, etc. really adds to the charm! We had brunch here and then attended the MJ show on Broadway the story of Michael Jackson. I highly recommend that show! read more

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Neat little cafe tucked away in Greenwich Village, just around the corner from the "Friends" apartment. We were not hungry, but I had always wanted to try a Tarte Tatin! So, we loaded up on desserts and enjoyed every bite. Service was ok. They were busy and I think the server was irritated with us because we had no idea what we were doing! We ordered a chocolate croissant to-go...which ended up being the gosh dang best croissant I've ever had! I truly wish I could have spent more time here. read more

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They have quality ingredients which make for outstanding food! The service was great, most French places have great manners. Ambiance of course was 10/10. Came on a rainy day empty and left full off of one plate read more

Buvette - Add jelly - French Near Me - New York, New York

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I am extremely impressed with Buvette! This is a VERY popular spot. When we arrived, the line was out the door and getting longer by the second. We had a reservation but weren't able to make it in time. I explained the situation to the hostess, and she made her best to accommodate us, without affecting the people who were waiting in line. The only spot open was at the bar, right next to the serving station so we got to see the entire process of the restaurant. Orders coming in, being prepared, being sent to the tables... The "kitchen" is right there at the bar. They have some small ovens, the steamed eggs are done with the steamer of a coffee machine. The espresso, tea, and all drinks are made to order, and each section has assigned staff working very organized as a choreographed dance. They all worked hard and in unison to get all orders out as quickly as possible, making sure everyone is satisfied but also trying to keep the line outside moving as fast as they can. As busy as they were, I could see them putting all their effort in every dish. Presentation is important to them too. Several coffees would drip onto the saucer dish, and they immediately replaced it with a clean one. Everything comes out of that kitchen perfectly presented and to order. Highly recommend the almond croissants and any egg dish on the menu. I assure you will not be disappointed, and if you forget to make reservations, the wait is very well worth it. read more

Walked in on a Saturday afternoon with a friend to grab a drink and we were seated immediately in the back patio - service was fast and the drinks were good. Our server was also really nice and engaged in convo with us. The space here is tight, but it's really nice sitting outside on a nice day! read more

Buvette - Aperol spritz, SAUCISSON SEC à I HUILE, MOUSSE de FOIE - French Near Me - New York, New York

Best. Brunch. Ever. I'm salivating thinking about this meal again The croque madame was the best I've ever had, the pain perdu was indulgent, and the warm cider was the perfect beverage to top everything off. I love this place, I could eat here every morning, and will be doing my best to grab a bite here every trip to New York. If you can get your hands on a reservation here DO IT, you won't regret it!! read more

Buvette - Croque Madame, Warm Cider, Chèvre, - French Near Me - New York, New York

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Every morning I walk past Buvette, I see a long line of people waiting. Decided to come try Buvette for brunch with some visiting friends. We went around 11:00 AM on a Saturday and there was already a line of around 4-5 parties ahead of us. We got seated outside on a cold day (party of 3) within 20 minutes. We ordered the croque madame, Belgian waffle, and salmon + egg to share between 3 people. Prices were about $18 each dish. The food looked great, but there was a very small amount given the price point. The waffle and salmon + egg weren't anything special, but the flavors of the croque madame were great and the best part of the meal. The drinks were also very good. The servers were nice but overall the food did not stand out too much to us. read more

Buvette - Croque madame, Belgian waffle, salmon & eggs - French Near Me - New York, New York

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if you're looking for a cute little french spot in the west village - this is your spot! it's so classically french inside with some very tasty dishes. The eggs on the chèvre were cooked to perfection. I will be returning for dinner! read more

Buvette - CHÈVRE - French Near Me - New York, New York

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Definitely be here before 10 AM on weekends. The line was around the corner when my friend and I left at 10AM. The patio space is nice with 3-4 tables but can definitely get very windy. My friend and I was sat inside by the kitchen. Definitely would ask to get seated there if possible as it's bigger table and way more space. The juices are extremely fresh but unsure if it's worth $11. Madame was well made and very delicate. Unsure if I would get Jambon Cru again as it's similar to Madame. 10/10 would definitely recommend! read more

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This is the place to be on a Saturday morning so either get reservations early or be prepared to wait in line. The line wrapped around the street but thankfully it moved quickly. We waited for maybe 20 minutes max. This place is truly European, from the rich but plain cappuccinos and lattes to the waiter leaving you alone for an hour lol. But the food!!! Everything could be described as "rich." I had the Pain Perdu (think French toast with a cream sauce) and my husband had the Crq Madame. I'm going to be dreaming about this place all year. read more

Buvette - Café au Lait - French Near Me - New York, New York

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Oh my this was a fun little treat for me. I had the Niçoise salad and it was fantastic. The service here is primo as my water was never empty my drink was always replenished and everything came in a timely matter with making me feel rushed. The cute interior was cozy and clean. Will be going back. Also get the chocolate mousse. read more

Not really sure why this place is still so hyped up. Both the food and service were forgettable. It might be a cute restaurant aesthetically, but everything else is pretty forgettable.We were seated in the back patio, so maybe that's why our service was slow, but we felt like we were waiting ages to even get our order taken. Food was salty but the portions were pretty generous. The salads were absolutely soaked in their dressing though, so if I ever come back I'd ask for it on the side. Drinks were very expensive for just your average beverage.Again, doesn't live up to the hype for lunchtime but maybe its better at dinner? read more

Buvette - SALADE de POULET - French Near Me - New York, New York

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The line is so long! Thankfully my friend and I went a bit early on Saturday around 11am. There was a staff that came out to the line to ask the number of party. We got lucky since there was available outdoor seating. Ordered the following. The images below does not show the true size. The actual size of the orders are extremely small portions -_- - Jambon Cru $17 Egg with prosciutto with shaved Parmesan: The eggs were not seasoned at all and so watery. The bread was stale and hard to eat. - Almond croissant $8: The smallest croissants I have ever seen for this price. Definitely not worth it! It was hard and not flaky. - Cappuccino $6.50: Nothing special. In terms of service, no one came to check on our table and when someone refilled our water, it splattered and the staff didn't even care. Overall, did not have a great experience. read more

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Lovely restaurant. Loved the ambiance and is a perfect date night! Had coffee and some brunch items here. Service was a lil slow but that okay,got to enjoy the place! 10/10 for date night! read more

Buvette - Window - French Near Me - New York, New York

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Buvette made for a lovely brunch with my bestie. We made last minute reservations and were able to grab a slot at noon indoors! I ordered the Croque ("CRQ") Monsieur which came as two mini sandwiches. The bechamel was super creamy and made this croque a favorite. My friend ordered the Jambon Cru (minus the jambon since she's a vegetarian). Her soft scrambled eggs looked amazing over the toast. She had nothing but good things to say. We had our brunch with Morning Elixer, a green juice. The server was super friendly and let us take our time to order and eat. It was a nice catch up with my friend including a delicious brunch in beautiful West Village. If I ever go back to New York, I will have to try their waffles. Cheers! read more

Buvette - MORNING ELIXIR - French Near Me - New York, New York

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The menu is limited - but the food was quite good. Very French and rich. The ambiance is cozy, but I don't think it would be a good spot for a larger crowd. Fantastic for a quick bite to eat and the servers were very patient with us. (I had two picky eaters with me). read more

I enjoyed Buvette, but I actually thought the food was a little overhyped for how famous a brunch place this is. Buvette follows a common model of many restaurants, not taking reservations or a virtual waitlist. Instead, to get a seat you need to line up outside the storefront. On weekends and during brunch hours (11-2) the line can get pretty long but the food comes out fast and the servers try to keep the line moving as quickly as possible. Having never been, my friend and I decided to each get a steamed soft scramble as it's their specialty. He got a Jambon Cru, and I got a Chèvre. I found the eggs to be well-cooked, but pretty salty and not evenly seasoned. The food was also a little pricey for what we ended up receiving. I definitely recommend still trying this place out and gaming the line - it's very possible I went on an off day, and I would definitely consider going back to try a few more of their dishes. read more

If you are looking for the perfect spot for an incredible cup of coffee and the worlds best scone with marmalade look no further. Or if your looking for the worlds best "scrambled" eggs or the cheesiest Croque Madame you've ever had...again, this is your joint! We've also tried their chocolate mousse since apparently they don't offer wine and cheese until dinner time. Today we stopped in at 2p and opted for some red wine and chocolate mousse. In one word, perfection!!!! They top the chocolate mousse with fresh made slightly sweetened whipped cream. The pinot we selected paired well with the chocolate. Buvette takes reservations but we typically wander up around opening and they always greet us with a smile and welcome us in. We like to sit outside as it's SO pleasant and fun to people watch. They do have warmers to keep you toasty if you are worried about getting cold. The ambiance inside is typically French. What's that mean? Idk...it reminds me of a bistro I've visited in Paris only this place is bigger, nicer and in my favorite city of all times!! I'd like to add a note, going back tomorrow night for cheese and I saw they have hot spiced wine (like gluwine in Austria)!!! I mention cheese yet again because they have an amazing selection...just have to go at the right hour which I suspect is dinner hours... read more

Buvette - Scrambled Eggs (amazing) - French Near Me - New York, New York

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This spot fulfills all requirements. The price structure reflects quality standards. The team executed service flawlessly. The cooking results in tasty food, uses fresh components, and creates beautiful plates. I think this place is remarkable! read more

Do not let the line deter you! The line moves rather quickly and it will be worth it! The restaurant is small but it sure does utilize every square inch. Workers are constantly moving so keep your arms tucked in if you're sitting next alongside the aisle. We were amazed at how many workers there were! It sure does keep the restaurant running smoothly. It's safe to say that the service was excellent. Everything was made to perfection. I love how small the almond croissants were, which allowed for a full flavor profile with each bite. And don't worry, it comes with two to an order! The fresh squeeze OJ was definitely worth the $11; it comes with lots of pulp, which I love. My fiancé ordered the Jamon Cru, which he said was delicious. The eggs were so fluffy, it reminds me of the Gordon Ramsey eggs we make at home. There was also a good portion of jamon. And last but not least I got the waffle sandwich, which was our favorite. It was so simple yet so delicious. The waffle was quite soft and buttery, and I generally like a crispy waffle to start, so I was pleasantly surprised. The bacon and egg balanced the sweetness of the waffle just right. I honestly cannot wait to go back once I'm back in NYC! read more

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Buvette has been at the top of my list for awhile and finally I made it for lunch. The menu is very small and it's not cheap - just be prepared. The service is nothing special. It's really slow but the people are nice. Cappuccino: 5/10 Weak coffee. The foam was thin, not very frothy. Not worth the price at all. Chocolate Croissant: 3/10 You're a French restaurant and you call it a "chocolate croissant"... that should have been my first indication. These tasted like they were bought at a grocery store. They were small and big fluffy or flakey at all. They were dense. Not what I wanted at all. Betteraves (beets): 9/10 I love beets - call me crazy. These were cooked perfectly! They were too hard or soft and the shallot and horseradish crème was delicious on top! Quite a simple dish and small but the crème was special. Saumon Fumé (steamed eggs with smoked salmon and crème fraiche): 10/10 This is why we come folks. The eggs do not have anything in them but a little bit of salt and pepper and are prepared in a way that makes them extremely fluffy. They just fill your mouth with happiness. The smoked salmon, toasted bread with olive oil, and crème fraiche were all such a perfect combination. Tuna Salad: 8/10 A very interesting combination of items but together it was very refreshing. I think the green beans could have been cut up so everything was cut up and bite sized. The tuna salad tasted very fresh. I enjoyed it. Overall definitely worth going to for a more than casual meal. Don't expect incredible service but do expect good food. And please get the eggs! read more

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This place seems to be popular for brunch, but I went for dinner with a few friends and decided to split several dishes: - Escargots: 6 large pieces cooked in garlic, parsley & butter. The melted garlic butter was great for dipping. - Cassoulet: a small bowl (more like a "cup" in terms of portion size) filled with tarbais beans and maybe three pieces of meat (duck, pork, and sausage I think). Standard comfort food. - Betteraves: just your regular beets... the horseradish creme fraiche went well with the beets, but this is not a must order dish. - Artichauts a la grecque: artichoke braised in wine, garlic & mint. Not super memorable. - Brandade de morue: house salt cod with olive oil, cream & garlic. This was probably our favorite. Amazing with bread. - Three glasses of wine (friends asked for recommendations from our server) Came out to around $50pp. Dishes here are super small. Not sure if I would return for dinner as the only thing I would want to have again is the Brandade and maybe the escargots. read more

Buvette - Cassoulet - French Near Me - New York, New York

Buvette is such a cute restaurant! I heard this is one of the most iconic brunch spots in New York City and I was excited for the visit! My friends and I arrived in the afternoon and there was a long line of people. Looks like party of 1's are quite popular here and they get seated quick at the bar. While on the line, there was a cute Buvette bike parked at one of the poles. My friends and I shared the following dishes: Chocolate Croissants, Saumon Fume, Jambon Cru, and CRQ Forestier. The Chocolate Croissants were really good! I love how flaky it is on the outside and the dark chocolate on the inside. We originally wanted the Almond Croissant but it was sold out, get here early to get it! Saumon Fume was also really good. I love how fluffy the scrambled eggs and the smoked salmon was just the perfect pairing! I would totally get it again! The popular Jambon Cru also had fluffy eggs and the prosciutto was good. I did think the dish was lacking, perhaps, it needs more flavor or seasoning. CRQ Forestier was heavy! It had intense aroma and flavors of mushroom and gruyere cheese and tomatoes. This dish was good but was a bit too heavy for my taste. Portions look like they are for one person, not too big. I enjoyed my brunch experience here and would come back for the croissants and the Saumon Fume! read more

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Buvette has been on my bucket list for a long time coming, but I had always been super intimidated by the long lines. On the off chance that I was in the city on a weekday, I was able to try the brunch here. There is a longer wait for outdoor seating, about 20 minutes, but I was able to be seated inside within 5 minutes of waiting on the line. There is a reason why the outdoor seating is preferred: the tables inside are REALLY tiny and packed tightly. The table for two honestly is comfortable for a single person, and the table for 4 is more of a table for 2. I had to watch my drink when people were moving in and out between tables or it would be knocked over quite easily. On the other hand, the tables outside are slightly bigger and more spaced out. As for food, the brunch options are fabulous and quintessentially French. I highly recommend the steamed eggs, that was actually what drew me here to begin with (curse you Instagram!). Apparently they are made using the steamer from the espresso machine. I tried the eggs with prosciutto and it was delicious, albeit the portions are smaller than expected. It is served over 2 thin slices of bread and topped with 2 slices of prosciutto and shaved parmesan. The plate it is served on is an appetizer plate, not a dinner plate, just to give you an idea of size. I also got a glass of fresh squeezed orange juice (you can literally hear the juicer running in the background, which makes it quite noisy indoors) and while it was expensive, but sweet and full of pulp. I liked how it came in this cute little pitcher and a glass that is barely bigger than a shot glass. Overall, I am glad I got to try the steamed eggs and had a pleasant experience. Next time I would like to try the croquet madame (and perhaps, wait a bit longer for the outdoor seating if the weather is still nice). read more

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I used to love this place but was bitterly disappointed at the drop in the quality of food here. Both me and my friend were disappointed with the food quality, it has now become very average. What used to be amazing steamed eggs are now rubbery like they have been scrambled. The pastries were average as was the waffle. In addition a pipe for the air conditioning unit that ran pretty much the length of the restaurant was leaking on me and my food throughout the meal. Not a great experience and disappointing considering how good Buvette used to be. read more

Cute brunch spot with a unique menu. We waited for about 10 minutes to be seated & they only had outdoor seating. It was cold & we were skeptical, but they have a really nice heated covered area, & we stayed warm during our session. Our server was nice & attentive. Food was really good. The soft scrambled eggs were spectacular & so was the waffle sandwich (not too sweet, not too salty, perfectly balanced) read more

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Food was great. The ambiance is cute, doesn't feel like you're in NYC. Service could definitely be better. read more

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SUCH a cute brunch place with delicious food. I highly recommend getting their eggs, as they are whipped up to be so fluffy and delicious. Our eggs paired perfectly with their toast and fresh smoked salmon. Our waffle was also delicious as well, topped with fresh berries, cream, and jam. The service was very quick and we did not have to wait long at all to be seated, despite there being a line. My one qualm is that we each paid $6 for regular coffee and were told there were no refills. read more

Buvette - BELGIAN WAFFLE, SAUMON FUMÉ - French Near Me - New York, New York

Arrived on Sunday around 2:30PM and there was a line outside. We were a group of four and got seated based on party so fortunately the wait was around 10ish minutes to be seated in the heated outdoor table. Service is good and only ordered the recommended items. Enjoyed all three so would plus one on these food items: pain perdu, crq madame, and jambon cru read more

Buvette - PAIN PERDU, CRQ MADAME, JAMBON CRU - French Near Me - New York, New York

Make sure to make a reservation because this spot is busy!! Buvette has been on my yelp bookmarks for who knows how long and I am so glad to say we finally tried it! We ordered: Fresh squeezed orange juice - while insanely expensive ($11), the orange juice was delicious. It was so pulpy, sweet, and refreshing! Croque Monsieur - my favorite of the meal! The edges of the cheese crusted perfectly, the insides were melty and the ham was chopped for easy eating, and it was overall just so yummy. It was very bready, but also very filling, and the pickles were perfect to cut through the heaviness. Saumon Fumé - the smoked salmon on this dish was really good but other than that, it wasn't that special to me. The eggs were kind of plain but it went well with the saltiness of the salmon. This restaurant is a bit pricey, but ultimately you're also paying for the atmosphere and the aesthetic. And the good service! read more

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Small place but absolutely spot on. Food and service was great!! The seating is tight but food came was delicious. read more

Buvette - French Near Me - New York, New York

A really cute French brunch place. The line took us about 30-40 minutes on a Sunday at 11:30am. We were seated in the outside cubicle which was fine thanks to the heating. We liked how the menu is very simple and straightforward. We ordered the Jambon Cru which came with perfectly creamy eggs and parmesan cheese on top. The Steak Tartare was very tasty, elevated by the spices and oil. It was our favorite! The portions are not so big, so we could use a little bit more food, but another plate would also have been too much. And hot chocolate tasted very nice on a cold day! read more

Line tends to be pretty long on weekends but goes quick if you have a small group. Love sitting outside on a nice fall day. I've had the croque monsieur and the croque forestier and both were delicious albeit a bit heavy. Would have benefited from an acidic side. Aviation was well done. Overall will return! read more

Buvette - CRQ FORESTIER and AVIATION - French Near Me - New York, New York

This place maintains its quality no matter when I visit. Both the meals and staff attention were perfect throughout. The team answers menu questions with helpful details. Every server responds appropriately, and every dish maintains freshness and taste. This place is worth discovering. read more

This place is very lively and fun. A French cafe in the west village where some people come just for brunch drinks or brunch in general. The line moves somewhat quickly as the servers are really quick about turning around tables yet also great at not rushing you. We came as a group of four and waited about 20 minutes at 12pm on a Sunday. We ordered the almond croissant and the scones, I had the steamed eggs with prosciutto, and my other friends had the croque madame which they raved about. My favorite was the almond croissant, not too sweet and full of filling which was delicious. We also split a couple of green juices which were not too vegetal and very tasty. Overall, a great and fun experience, would return! read more

Extremely overhyped. Restaurant is very tight - and there was a long line outside but we did get seated within 10 minutes at the bar. From the bar we had a front row seat into the kitchen and meal prep. It's like an assembly line churning out slight variations on the same foods. Came for the French toast, and was disappointed. The bread was too soft / undercooked, and nothing too special. The Belgian waffle was nice, because it had a crepe-like batter which I enjoyed. Disclaimer: I lovvve crepes. The steamed eggs (scrambled eggs) that come with many of the dishes looked too orange, watery and gross (as I saw them from the kitchen being poured from a carafe onto the plates) so I changed my order. One thing I was considering was Croque Madame but I'm lactose intolerant and it was not possible to separate out the cheese. Fresh OJ was very good. Anyway, for the price (every dish was about $18), portions and quality, it is 100% not worth it and won't be coming back. read more

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Buvette was convenient since I was in the area. I appreciated the casual, friendly service. The dishes introduced unfamiliar elements prepared expertly. The staff impresses; greeting guests kindly and fulfilling requests cheerfully. The restaurant is conveniently positioned and we'll return. read more

The excellence of this place demands full stars. Everything tasted perfect from start to finish. This restaurant deserves your prompt visit! Employees seem genuinely happy to see each customer. The cost matches the quality of the excellent meals. read more

We we're seated quickly on a Monday night when I sodi and via Carota were over an hour wait. I love French food and buvette didn't disappoint. We had the dauphinois as an appetizer and it was delicious. Subtle cheese and potato goodness. The beef bourguignon special for $18 was delicious, it was served with four pieces of bread to slurp up the good stuff. The con here was the two pieces of potato and two pieces of carrot were nearly hard/undercooked. The bleu cheese burger was served on a focaccia-like bun, nothing special overall. Didn't have the hearty beef flavor I was hoping. Come for the drink menu. Their mixologist's are pretty amazing and more than that the ingredients and drink creations were impressive. Don't miss the Apple tartine-pretty unreal! The chocolate mousse was satisfying, but liked the fresh whipped cream more. The portion sizes are on the smaller size so factor that in when ordering. My beef arrived in a wee lil pot. Lastly, there were lots of staff, water was solidly filled, mostly efficient except weren't asked if we wanted another cocktail and our waiter brought our dishes out separately and we had to wait for the rest. He told us they came from separate kitchens. read more

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SERVICE 10/10 FOOD 10/10 AMBIANCE 8.5/10 It's small but honestly some of the best breakfast I ever had read more

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