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    Cafe d’Alsace

    4.0 (1.5k reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 3:30 pm, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Complimentary bread
    Austin K.

    We got complimentary bread and it was warm and fluffy, with butter and marmalade. I didn't get this last time so I wonder if we got this because we were a big group? I got the shakshuka which has a French Onion soup like cheese exterior. It comes with hard bread and was a decent rendition, I would get again. I got it with the sausage which is a ridiculous $6 upcharge for 2 small links but it is very good.

    Croque Madame
    Clara S.

    Came here for lunch on a weekday. Super cute, French ambiance with friendly service. This would be a great place to come for a cute brunch sesh with the girls. Food was just decent-- not bad, but also not mind blowingly good. We originally wanted to get the French toast, but we were told that they only had French toast on the brunch menu (which they only serve on the weekends). - Omelette: 7/10 (decent omelette with goat cheese and spinach. French fries were thin and airy, but I did wish they were crispier. Salad on the side was meh-- a bit too soggy for my liking) - Croque madame: 8/10 (I preferred this dish to the omelette because it was a bit more flavorful)

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    Fawn G.

    We picked Cafe D'Alsace for our annual Hanukkah dinner based on dining at another restaurant in the neighborhood a month ago. I must say, the UES continued to impress as far as dining options and quality. This is a beautiful French bistro that offers both French and German cuisine where one can find Charcuterie, Steak Tartare and Grilled Shrimp prepared with their heads on. The decor is quite beautiful with antique colored seltzer bottles, white table cloths and banquets for seating. You can order à la carte or have their Prix Fixe menu for $58 which includes appetizer, entree and dessert. Here's what our Hanukkah feast consisted of: 1. Appetizers: Rochelle ordered the pureed Lentils soup with bacon. She loved it! I ordered the delicious chopped salad which had Kalamata olives ( love, love!), so fresh and filling. 2. Entrees: I ordered the Tagliatelle Provencal which had pasta with sliced artichokes, roasted tomatoes, pine nuts and Nicoise olives with shaved Parmigiano Reggiano and pesto in a sherry shallot vinaigrette. Scrumptious! Rochelle ordered the Farmhouse Chicken with Yukon mashed potatoes and string beans in chicken jus. The chicken was so tender and cooked perfectly. 3. Dessert: Tahitian Vanilla Creme Brûlée, decadent, creamiest and dreamiest, ate every morsel. Beverage: I opted for the non alcoholic Lychee Moscow Mule with ginger; refreshing! Our waiter was terrific and the service is impeccable. This is a top notch traditional restaurant and reservations are necessary. There are different menus: Early Bird Dinner: $38 served between 5-6pm Prix Fixe Dinner: $58 after 6pm Happy Hour Menu: Wine/Beer/Cocktails 5-8pm Food menu. 5-7 pm Brunch: Saturday and Sunday 10-3:30 pm Cafe D'Alsace is located on 1703 2nd Avenue on 88th Street Take Q train to 86th Street and walk 4 minutes to

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    Lauren C.

    We are obsessed with this place even though they have basically no vegan options. It is an iconic spot that defines the neighborhood. From morning until night, they are full of people genuinely enjoying elevated classic dishes, great service, and the coziest, classiest atmosphere. It's the perfect spot to have date night, bring your parents, or just relax over a cup of their excellent coffee (Kobrick beans). Our server Sonia was the best; we couldn't have asked for better service.

    Omelette Lorraine
    Peta W.

    I'd been wanting to pop in for a bit and decided to- just walking by. Brunch time on a Sunday, very busy- sat at the bar. Loved the green beige decor. Drinks were well made, food was ok- was an omelette so nothing to write home about, but I've had better. Service was decent and timely. I'd go again for a more laid back experience and an actual dinner meal.

    CLASSIC STEAK TARTARE (raw)
    Jessica W.

    This is my favorite place in the neighborhood. I love the bartenders, they make fantastic drinks. They have a great HH, 5-8 on drinks and 5-7 on food. The chopped salad is amazing and the steak tartare is my favorite dish. It's finely ground and has shallots and the perfect ratio of ingredients. The pork chop is nothing to sleep on either it's my friend's favorite. Bar is always crowded during Happy Hour.

    Jessica J.

    We've been here at least 5 times and the food was good every single time. I'm kind of surprised it doesn't have a Michelin star yet. I used to live in France in the Alsace region and the choucrutes really taste like what I used to have there.

    Shakshuka
    Matthew H.

    Stopped by for a cosy brunch on a Saturday - the two of us managed to snag a res the evening before, but they did seem Quite busy, so definitely plan ahead! We ordered eggs benedict and shakshuka to share. We opted for the bistro ham for the eggs benedict and it was very delicious! The eggs were poached very nicely and I really liked the sides (potatoes and salad both very yummy). Shakshuka was also pretty good, flavour profile with all the spices mixed with the slightly roasted/smokey tomato was nice, would also recommend this dish. I wish they gave more bread hehe Portion size was fairly big -- we didn't quite finish, but also perhaps our appetites were a bit small -- and I think the overall price point was quite fair for the quality and quantity of food. That being said, from these two dishes specifically there was nothing that particularly stood out as unique or spectacular in the universe of UES brunch places. I'd be keen to come back to try some other choices!

    Crepe Souffle, Smoked Salmon Duo, special omelette
    Helen S.

    Came here to celebrate my friend's engagement! Very cute brunch spot, with retro style. Straight forward menu and everything was solid.

    Outdoor seating: people watching plus sorbet skies--
    Jess W.

    Sunday night solo dinner. First time ever and it was restaurant week. It missed the mark. The curse of the UES. Great outdoor seating options but, the food is below average. Food 2/5 Appetizer for Restaurant Week--gnocchi They were trying to be too creative during restaurant week and it was a miss or I chose the wrong selection of items. Forcing gnocchi to be a somewhat dry appetizer in a ramekin is already a stretch but cooking it with sun-dried tomatoes that happen to not taste like sun-dried tomatoes Entree for Restaurant Week-- ribs Chewy and not in the good way. Dry or not cooked long enough nor properly for it to be tender Dessert for Restaurant Week-- creme brûlée You can tell the fruit was not fresh Drink 2/5 They made it look like a beer was included in your $45 meal for restaurant week but, no, when he bill came, it was $9 for a 12 oz Beer had a bitter tone to it and I like that Service 2/5 My server took a very long time to come check on me A little impatient There are busy boys and food runners that back the server who are really good Price 2/5 See above Came out to $58 before tip and I tipped $10, so $68 Otherwise, a $45 3 course meal is neither inexpensive or expensive Ambiance 4/5 Outdoor seating with people watching options plus sorbet skies

    Kim X.

    Formally adorned and spacious French restaurant on the UES, conveniently located by the Q and 6. I got the crab omelette which came with a side of salad and french fries. The French fries were the skinny shoestring type which I love. The crab omelette was ok. It could've used more salt/taste though.

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    Had lunch there and it was amazing. Ordered the shakshuka. They have excellent coffee too which is rare in NYC nowadays.

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    Amazing service. food was good i got the steak frites! We had a group of 15. we were all taken care of well.

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    The ambiance, food, and service were all excellent! Highly recommend this place. Nice wine selection.

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    Highly convivial atmosphere in a beautiful setting Professional efficient wait staff and exceptional food. Need I say more?

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    Is the outdoor eating area heated? To what extent is it enclosed?

    There are heaters around each of the tables, and there are some more included areas (3 sided tent with windows) as well as tables that aren't inclosed. All areas are heated, though

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