Wow this was the cutest restaurant with an amazing ambiance. It's dimly lit and perfect for date night. They have a good selection of wines on their menu, and when it comes to food, lots of options for traditional French fare. To start, we had the beef tartare, which was topped with an egg yolk. It was delicious! We loved how balanced the other ingredients like capers and onions were, and the beef was a great texture. For my main, I had the Coq au Vin, which was superb! Great flavor on the sauce, and the chicken was exceptionally tender, it came right off the bone. I also got to try a bite of the salmon, which was perfectly cooked and served with a fantastic lemon cream sauce. Service was super friendly and attentive as well! The food came out relatively quickly too, which is appreciated. Definitely will be added to the rotation of restaurants in the area for a cozy and delicious dinner. read more

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After coming here for years, it's truly sad to see how one bad apple can spoil a bunch. I was served a drink with a dead fly floating in it. When I asked for a new one, I was first offered to have the fly taken out of it and returned. I was then offered another drink and told it would be on the bill. While I understand the need to explore exotic cultures, I wasn't particularly in the mood for a fly smoothie. Nor to have to debate the staff on having said item removed, either the fly or the contaminated drink. Attitude from the manager on site topped off the experience far from pleasantly. So... if you're feeling adventurous and don't mind a sunbathing winged fried chilling in your cocktail, go with confidence! read more

If you're craving a cozy slice of Paris in Midtown, Chateau 49 absolutely delivers. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere strikes that perfect French bistro balance--warm lighting, intimate tables, and an easy hum of conversation that feels both lively and relaxed. It's the kind of place that works just as well for a date night as it does for catching up with friends over wine. The menu is classic French comfort with thoughtful touches. The Moules Marinières are a standout--plump PEI mussels swimming in a fragrant white wine butter sauce with shallots and garlic, served with crisp fries that are ideal for soaking up every last drop. The Boeuf Bourguignon is rich and deeply flavorful, tender short rib in a velvety red wine sauce with carrots and pearl onions--pure cold-weather bliss (even if it's not cold out). For starters, the Foie Gras Poêlé is beautifully seared and balanced by apple compote, and the Escargots arrive bubbling in garlicky parsley cream. If you're in the mood for something lighter, the Salade Niçoise is fresh and vibrant, with perfectly cooked tuna and bright vinaigrette tying everything together. The burger--topped with brie and caramelized onions--adds a fun French twist to a comfort classic, and the Steak au Poivre is expertly prepared, with a bold pepper sauce that doesn't overwhelm the filet. Portions are generous without being heavy, and the flavors feel authentic rather than overcomplicated. Service is attentive and genuinely welcoming--staff are knowledgeable about the menu and happy to offer wine suggestions. Speaking of wine, the selection pairs beautifully with the food and reinforces the restaurant's French identity. Overall, Chateau 49 feels like a hidden gem in Midtown: approachable, delicious, and full of charm. Whether you're stopping in for a quick tartine and glass of wine or settling in for a full three-course dinner, it's the kind of place you'll want to return to. read more

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I read a yelp review and was staying nearby, just five blocks away. The menu looked amazing so I decided to walk there. The outside is a bit weathered but it's at 49th & 2nd so....excusable. The staff was amazing, the food REALLY really good. I was skeptical at first but the escargot: the most incredible since I've had in Geneva. The quiche, which was good and the house salad perfect: chilled and dressed just right with house lemon vinegrette alongside the quiche. I was amazed how chilled and perfect it was. Miguel was also the perfect attendant. I will be back! read more

Brunch was mostly lovely. The Shakshuka wasn't like any I've ever had, it was ratatouille with eggs. Not great honestly. The potatoes were great. Staff friendly and attentive. read more

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All of the food was fabulous! My boyfriend took me out for a nice birthday dinner and picked this wonderful spot. The food was very reasonable for the portions, amazing service, and atmosphere. We started off with the melon prosciutto which was very flavorful and the perfect appetizer to pair with some wine. My boyfriend ordered the magret de canard which he said was delicious. I ordered the coq au riesling which came with some pasta. The chicken was perfectly cooked and very flavorful. I loved the sauce that it came with, it worked perfectly with the pasta and mushrooms. For desert we had the fondant au chocolat, which quite literally felted in our mouths. We both ate up the whole thing pretty quickly, despite being so full from our entrees. This spot was very romantic and intimate. The service was superior and the owner was very friendly! It wasn't too loud or crowded inside either. I'm looking forward to coming back soon! read more

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This would be a wonderful spot but for the haughty male co-owner who yells at customers.

Food was pretty decent. We had the steak, seared foie gras, and escargot. Service was excellent - two waiters for a tiny area. They were very attentive. It's the ambiance for me. Open concept where you can people watch while indoors in the middle of Manhattan. read more

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Locally owned and a neighborhood favorite not far from the UN. Love the menu, the wine and the staff! If you're lucky you will find a table on one of their outdoor patios. read more

Chateau 49 Bar A Vin - Patio on 49th and 2nd Ave. Great people-watching! - French Near Me - New York, New York

Great ambience excellent little updated French bar bistro vibe. The service is OK but we are waiting a long time for the main courses. The appetizer, the beet salad, came out quickly and was very good. Fresh beets along with a beautifully robust vinaigrette that clung to each piece of the salad. Mains arrived at the 37 minute mark and the short wait was worth it. My partners steak au poivre was amazing -better than anything he had in Paris as he said. It was served beautifully warm and with wonderfully crispy potatoes, fried and duck fat. I had the duck breast and while it was good, my plate was just tepid in temperature. My plate was served with fresh sautéed spinach and mashed potatoes and the mashed potatoes were pretty cold. So that is why I am deducting a star. If my entree was hot, it would've been a five star experience overall for not a lot of money. read more

Very rude, never going back. It's true what some of the other reviews say about the staff and bartender being terribly rude.

Really good happy hour and also a nice outdoor seating area - partially covered and part open. Their happy hour extends to a number of grape varieties - all for $9. There's also an aperol spritz priced at $11. I think it's every day til 7pm! The food is solid as well. We did the salmon tartine to start, which was really amazing though on the smaller side for the price. The mussels and fries were fantastic too. The mussels were very tasty and the fries were fried and seasoned to crispy perfection. Though the amount of soup left at the bottom is a bit lacking. The mushroom risotto was pretty good, though could have used some more cheese or something to make it slightly more savory. It's good but just missing a little something. Wines were also pretty solid. I enjoyed the pinot noir and my wife enjoyed her rose. Even at full price per bottle, many starting at $52 and up, it's still worth it to dine here! read more

I walked in and asked if there was a seat for 1 at the bar , the bartender pointed to 1 of many open seats . I excitedly sat at the bar alone as a recent young widow . I ordered a seltzer with lime and he then said i had to order alcohol or i had to leave . I explained i couldnt drink . He said it was going to be too busy because of the game and i had to leave ! I was willing to spend 20 dollars for water just so i could stay , he said again i had to leave ! Little did he know how that. Affected me as a new widow! I stood outside as no one took those seats for a solid hour . As a follow up i called today to see if patrons could sit at the bar and order non alcoholic drinks and he said " of course" . I stopped in to speak to the owner named Rock and was shocked to learn that he was the horrific bartender. Funny thing is you never know who people are. Good think i took pictures and filmed the exchange. I live in the neighborhood and will warn everyone i know about the owners rude behavior and no i see all the bad reviews . You have been warned !!! I will file a formal complaint with the bbb and send footage . read more

Great food! Great service! 10/10 I love this place!!! They're very friendly and welcoming to everyone! read more

I was having such a nice time enjoying a happy hour with my girlfriends after a long day at work when our waiter told us to quiet down. It was only 6 PM on a Tuesday, and we were simply laughing about something as harmless as our Costco delivery--nothing vulgar or inappropriate. I was very disappointed by this, especially since the rest of the restaurant was talking at a similar volume. We may look young, but the way this was handled felt rude and unfair. Unfortunately, this experience left a bad impression, and I won't be returning. read more

Charming quaint French cafe with a great neighborhood vibe, friendly efficient service and - perhaps most importantly - generous happy hour drink specials every day from 12:00 to 7:00, available at the bar and at table. My $7 pour of a very dry sauvignon blanc really hit the spot on a warm evening. The mussels in my pot of moules frites were plump, briny and scrumptious. If you like shepards pie you'll love their "Hachis Parmentier", nicely spiced chopped beef and veggies topped with a generous dollop of creamy mashed potatoes. Yum! I wasn't hungry enough for dessert this time but will definitely be back to try their fondant au chocolat that I saw on a neighboring table. It looked divine. read more

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This is a quiet place away from the tourist crowds, the food and the service were excellent and the price very reasonable. The beet salad, beef bourginion and the duck that we had were delicious and I would highly recommend this place. read more

Came to Chateau 49 for Restaurant Week. It's a cute place and got filled pretty quickly. Service was attentive and friendly. Food was good (we got the tuna tartare and escargots for apps, branzino and steak au poivre for main entrees, and creme caramel aka flan and fondant au chocolat aka molten chocolate lava cake for desserts). I've been to better places, but this place is fine if you're in the area and want some French dining. The steak was prepared medium rare like we wanted and the escargots cream sauce was tasty. The others were ok and desserts were standard, nothing really stood out. The wines were great and they have happy hour 12-7pm daily! read more

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I'm very reluctant to provide a review where I really love a restaurant but this is my favorite and I lived in New York all of my life. I love the food. The service is great and it's a great atmosphere. read more

Stopped by Château 49 for happy hour and it was a great find in Midtown! The vibe is cozy and inviting, with a nice French bistro feel. Their happy hour menu has some great deals especially on small bites and appetizers. The cheese plate was a standout! It was definitely on the lively side when we visited, thanks to a soccer game playing in the background so if you are looking for a quiet evening, this might not be the time to go. But if you are into a bit of energy and a casual, upbeat crowd, it adds to the charm. Service was friendly and efficient, even with the busy atmosphere. Overall, a solid spot for after-work drinks and bites, especially if you are in the area and want something with character beyond your typical Midtown bar. read more

$9 HH wine until 7pm. The food is a little expensive but tasty and our server was particularly impeccable. We dropped a napkin and he swooped it up and brought us a new one before we even realized we dropped it, we mentioned maybe having another glass before HH ends and he brings us a refill exactly one minute before 7, very attentive and very high level of service. read more

Food good although mussels could have had more sauce. Wine good although bit overpriced at $15 for their house Bordeaux. Reason for 3 stars taken is because the waiter (pony tail dude) overcharged. I noticed when looking at my CC statement. Not by much just $3.84 but an overcharge nonetheless and I make sure I write down my total clean and clear and I always round off so that cents are always .00's. But it's .84 in my CC. He also recommended the ham in our charcuterie plate which was meh. read more

Hidden gems. Neighborhood wine bar. Happy Hour 12-7 every day. Where can we find a glass of Sauvignon Blanc at $7.00 in Manhattan but here? Great service, my * best friend * bartender who is super friendly, efficient , very knowledgeable, & dry welcoming. I know this will be my go to bar in my new neighborhood. Highly recommend! read more

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I am embarrassed to admit the number of times I passed this restaurant and never tried it. Was it worth the wait? Yes. I admit I would come back even for the bread! Decent happy hour specials. The wine was a small pour but pleasant. The spritz was more generous and delightful. The mussels were succulently delicious. Fries were crispy, a little salty for my liking but also very nice. Our waitress was nice and we enjoyed the outside space decor was delicate and pleasant. Highly recommend read more

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Came here for happy hour thinking that Aperol Spritzes were $9 but we were told they were not. That being said every day until 7pm they have wine on happy hour for $7 and beers for $6. The service here was great, as not only were our wine glasses always full but so were our water glasses. The wine was on point. A friend of mine had the lobster mac and cheese. There was not too much lobster but it was supposedly delicious still. Overall a great place to stop in for a happy hour, especially on the weekend! Would try this place again! read more

I wanted to love this place but just saw the barman tell a patron whom he greeted with familiarity at first tell them to take their business elsewhere. I couldn't tell what they wanted but the exchange was very uncomfortable. read more

This is a great local spot with delicious food, great happy hour prices on drinks, and a friendly, attentive staff. The owner Rocco is usually behind the bar and is wonderful. They also have a prix fixe lunch menu that is a great value and good options. Highly recommend! read more

Great little neighborhood French Bistro that serves delicious brunch. I've not had lunch nor dinner here so can't comment on those meals, but they have a nice selection of brunch items along with a bottom drink option. Service is efficient and friendly and space is cozy. read more

We went for lunch and we had excellent service and the food was outstanding. We ate the burrata, escargots, tuna tartare, the shrimp, chicken, mussels and a green salad. We loved everything! I would highly recommend this restaurant. read more

When i asked about their 12-7 happy hour and asked why was it so long their response is because we are very happy people and yes, yes they are! A great spot to enjoy their lunch menu! For restaurant week they have a 35 dollar fixe menu of all amazing food! I came in for their burrata for apps and left with salmon and a creme delicious dessert. All for 35 dollars. The bartender was extremely friendly and the people that go sounded like regulars which i don't blame them because I am about to become one too! read more

Ok so this is a spot I have heard mentioned a few times and finally got a chance to dine at - make it your mission to go to Chateau 49 as soon as possible. The food totally blew me away. Went a few days back for a group event - and although the dining area is somewhat small we were very comfortable together. Rocco was awesome taking all of our orders quickly as well as making drinks almost instantaneously. We started with appetizers, the escargot was amazing, it was my first time having it anywhere and was happy to have tried it. Similarly, the grilled octopus was so good I couldn't even get a picture, it was gone so quickly. I have to say that the real deal superstar that will draw me back to Chateau 49 is the Risotto Champignons. I actually don't even like risotto in general (it's a texture issue, rice all day for me) and was completely hooked on the first bite. Make it your mission to get out there for it. My main plate was the steak au poivre, cooked medium but I sampled the chicken as well. Actually more than sampled, I just started stealing food is what it felt like it was so good. Finished the night with the fondant au chocolate as I'm a sucker for a good lava cake and a beignet. Legit can't wait to go back. I am hopeful that more people will experience this gem on 2nd Ave. read more

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While on our way to another restaurants, my coworkers and I decided to dine at Chateau 49 because we saw a lot of tables open (in the shade too). Order: - Poulet roti aux herbes (5/5) - Aperol spritz (4/5) Pros: - A lot of great options to choose from - Great tasting food - Kind servers - Large portions Cons: - Kinda dangerous set up as some of their seating lies between the car and bike traffic, so be careful while walking to and from the table to the sidewalk Overall: I really enjoyed my dish. It reminded me of my time in France! read more

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I recently moved into this neighbourhood so was happy to find a local bistro. They have a happy hour menu with great drink selections and light food. Their regular menu is also great with traditional bistro selections. I have become a regular. read more

I cannot speak to the positive reviews as that was not my experience. The first red flag should've been that Chateau 49 does not allow you to try wines. What wine bar doesn't allow you to try the wine? When I shared with the waiter -- who ended up bringing the manager to our table, that I didn't like the wine, he seemed insulted on behalf of the wine. The decor and ambiance are nothing special, and the service is fine -- nothing special or worth coming here for. read more

Delish!!!! We sat at a lovely outdoor table and the service was fabulous. I can't recall what my friend ordered but i had the roast chicken and it was divine. I don't like spinach so i substituted asparagus. My meal was truly top notch!!! The chicken was juicely and the skin was amazing. I'll definitely be back!!! read more

Great cozy wine bar for happy hour until 7PM daily - $7 wines. Food is decent, the Escargot ($16) is not served in snail shells though - it comes in a creamy garlic parsley sauce, good to dip your bread in. The Truffle Fries ($12) are good and the Beef Tartare ($22) was good to share. Will be back for happy hour! read more

Went at night, it was quiet but the service was great. The bartender made the best Hugo Spritz!

I would normally give this place a 4 but the moldy bread and service brought them to a 3. When we were seated we were generally given a "sit wherever," but when we decided to sit closer to the back of the outdoor seating area (to give the other table of people a bit of space), we were told to come back up front without much of a reason. We had a glass of wine each and some charcuterie. The happy hour here is well priced! That being said, my friend and I saw some mold on the bread. When we (politely) let the waitress know, someone who I believe was the owner came over to us with a general dismissive vibe. "The bread here is baked fresh in house every day, that's yeast." I have never seen gray yeast in my entire life and I mentioned that, but she didn't seem to care. I'll share a picture so you all can decide for yourselves, but the lack of concern or compassion was unimpressive to me. read more

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A must go Everytime I'm in NYC. The Branzini is bomb. The chicken is amazing. No matter where you're staying in the city this is worth the visit. Small restaurant with a cute bar. Happy hour can be crowded. If you want exquisite French cuisine, good wine without breaking the bank , make a stop at Chateau 49. It's one of those big city secrets that will make you feel like you know the city read more

Consistently excellent food & service. Great either for special occasions or just a quick dinner. Been going here for about 3 years & have never been disappointed. read more