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    4.1 (54 reviews)
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    Trout
    Grace H.

    It's not your photogenic place or Instagram worthy food, just a classic French spot. Not a lot of options on the menu , its seasonal menu and keeps things simple. The aesthetic is basic and classic, but the taste is awesome. Everything has that very classic French flavor. All the dishes we ordered were extremely well done. You won't find many places in the city that take basic ingredients and turn them into something this amazing. That's probably why Michelin notable chefs were talking about this place ever since they open. The filet mignon is a must-order. it melts in your mouth, and the sauce is incredible. The trout was also excellent if you're going for a lighter meal. However, if you're looking for a lot of textures and mixed flavors like in Asian cuisine, this probably isn't the place for you. It's a small, cozy restaurant with only 12 tables. Most of the tables for two are very close to each other. It's good for dates if you don't mind having someone overhear your conversation. It's not fine-dining service, but the service was decent!

    Chocolate Mousse
    Chris P.

    My friend invited me to dine at one of the hardest neighborhood restaurants to get into. We arrived early with the hopes of an early dinner but we were not seated until after the reservation time. We were escorted to the bar and had drinks. My friend initially ordered the Bleu Cheese Martini but it was too strong and replaced it with the Moscow Mule and I got the hot toddy, which hit the spot. Staff was welcoming and accommodating despite patrons treating us as if we are outsiders. Note to self: dress to fit in. I came straight from work but should have worn all black or neutrals. Place was small, festive and designed for locals in the neighborhood. In the mean time we were seated with a good group of girls, another foodie influencer with her mom and a local who dines at least once a week. Now to the food. We started off with the escargots and it was pretty good. Sauce was great and the snails easily came off the shell. I had to order the Txangurro and it was to die for and one of the best dishes consumed in 2025. I would definitely go back just for the crab. Now to the entrees: we ordered the poulet roti and filet Mignon au poivre. Both dishes were great and definitely worth ordering. The poulet roti was a huge dish meant for sharing for two people. This dish came with garlic roasted potatoes and salad. The chicken was a half chicken, we ate the dark meat and I took the rest home where my other half consumed it for lunch the next day. The filet Mignon au poivre was really good. The filet was cooked medium and the sauce was great. The fries was ok but the filet with sauce is definitely worth going back for. My friend took the steak home. For dessert we shared the chocolate mousse. The mousse was really good, the chocolate shavings adds another layer of flavor. I would definitely come back to treat yourself or two to a three course meal: Txangurro, filet Mignon and chocolate Mousse.

    Poulet Roti
    Em R.

    I was able to get a reservation at 8:30pm for 2ppl on a Tuesday evening. My friend and I came in a little early and were able to have drinks at the bar upstairs. Small space but still lovely. Bartender was friendly and provided recommendations. I ordered the blue cheese martini, it wasn't what I thought and the bartender was nice to change it to my usual drink which is a Moscow mule. My friend had the hot toddy and enjoyed it. We were seated downstairs in the main dining area. Tables were very close to each other, but luckily we were seated next to these lovely ladies that were so friendly and provided on recommendations to order. The food was insanely spectacular. This place is my new go to spot for escargots. The txangurro was also very tasty. The escargots and crab are definitely a must order for appetizers. My friend and I shared everything, we ordered the filet mignon and frites and the poulet roti that came with potatoes and salad. The portions were generous. The filet mignon was my favorite, it was so juicy and cooked perfectly. The chicken was my least favorite, it was good but it did not wow me, would definitely try other dishes. The chocolate mousse was amazing, I would definitely order this dessert again. Reservations can be challenging but worth the wait. Highly recommend and I'll absolutely be back.

    beet salad
    Jenny Z.

    I'm not huge on french food but every single dish here hit. The ambiance was also amazing, service was efficient, and servers were so nice and friendly! Honestly a 10/10 experience with 10/10 food. Started off with two cocktails - one was the paloma and one was a sour with egg white. the paloma one was a bit stronger. the sour with egg white was my fav!! They also started us off with complimentary fresh and warm baguette and french butter, it was so delicious we got two rounds of it :) For apps, we got: - tuna tartare (5/5): small but mighty. the tuna was so fresh and the caviar was definitely of higher quality. - beet salad (4/5): this was really delicious and refreshing. It just wasn't out of this world and I'm not the hottest fan of blue cheese. - devil crab (5/5): heavier but perfect portion. the bread crisps it came with were a bit too hard but the crab tasted so good with the crab. perfectly savory and the crab was so thin. delicious for the main, we got: - half chicken (4.5/5): we were already feeling full at this point but this chicken was so good!! especially the chicken thigh, wing, and drumstick was so tender and the sauce was savory and complemented perfectly! the potatoes were also perfectly cooked - crisp and not too heavy. Loved the smaller pieces more since they were more crispy and less starchy. and the salad that came with the chicken absolutely perfect - light, simple, and refreshing. I even made chicken wraps out of them. then we got dessert! we were so full at this point, but you CANNOT skip out on the chocolate mousse. it's so light and melts in your mouth, basically tastes like elevated whipped chocolate and whipped cream, and the thin curls of chocolate on the top was the perfect touch. excellent meal. so happy I was able to snag a last minute reservation.

    Tuna appetizer
    Alper O.

    I absolutely adore French cuisine. So I was very excited to get dinner off of a random walk in reservation on a Tuesday. The restaurant was beautiful, bustling, and full of life. Chatty tables, attentive staff, and an overall high end vibe which is how a place like this should be. The upstairs cocktail bar is a great vibe if you have some time before you reservation. The food was solid. The complementary bread at the beginning was a win as it was served with some amazing French butter. The tuna appetizer was alright, but wouldn't order again. The crab was delectable with a unique flavor different from other crab dishes I have tried. A must try if you can get it. Same with the steak frites, the sauce was incredible and the meat was perfectly cooked. 2nd best dish of the night. The chicken is a skip for me, this place hypes up their use of "golden chickens" which they claimed was the wagyu of poultry. However, I downright thought it was bad, the flavor of the sauce was not for me. The foie gras flavor was too overpowering, but if you love it you might enjoy it. The side salad and potatoes that come with the chicken were both good as well. But nothing major For dessert we got the creme Brûlée. It was my favorite on the menu and is something I actively think and dream about. Great vanilla flavor and the custard had a picture perfect consistency. Overall Chez Fifi, is good, but not the best French restaurant in Manhattan. I would go back and get my favorites while skipping the others. Lastly, just keep in mind the food is expensive here, even a little overpriced on some dishes.

    Filet mignon au poivre
    Isabella T.

    I was looking for a nice place with good food and a quiet/ intimate ambiance to celebrate my first month anniversary with my husband since our wedding. Luckily, I was able to snag at 10:15pm reservation on a Saturday night at Chez Fifi! The restaurant is in a quiet residential street of the UES, and it's inside a townhouse. The dim lights, white tablecloths, mahogany paneling, velvet banquettes, and uniformed staff really elevate the ambiance and make it feel like the perfect spot for a special occasion. There are splashes of color here (wall art, patterned curtains) which give it a bit of personality without feeling over-the-top. Our waiter was great, he was very attentive to our table and able to anticipate our needs. We got some complimentary bread while we waited for our food with the best butter I've had in a while-- it was so salty and smooth and creamy--as well as two French 75s which were not on the menu but were excellent. For food we shared: - Bluefin tuna: I was expecting to be disappointed by this appetizer but I actually really enjoyed it. The price is steep but the quality of the ingredients and culinary experience made it worth it for me! The lean and fresh tuna was perfectly cubed, and paired with a creamy and tangy Hollandaise sauce which was perfection. Small bits of chives and finely diced red onion added an extra punch. The Osetra caviar was high quality and the portion was generous-- it added a very smooth and rich saltiness that really tied the dish together. Would get again! - Txangurro: or Basque deviled crab-- this was also amazing. It really reminded me of the flavor profile of a Cioppino with the acidity of tomato and tanginess of the wine. The crab meat was sweet and abundant, perfectly pairing with the very subtle flavors of the sauce. It came with perfectly crispy and thin crostini. Another hit, would order again! Perfect balance of flavors and textures. - Steelhead trout: fresh, bright, and a nice seafood spring dish. It was a perfect transition before our next dish. It came with fava beans, artichokes, trout roe, and this delicious citrusy but buttery sauce. The fillets were perfectly cut and so tender. Very delicious and surprisingly complex. A very good option if you are craving a lighter fish dish, especially if you order it with another side. - Filet mignon au poivre: now to the star of the show-- I will say I'm not a huge connoisseur of steak frites and only really seek them out when I am in a celebratory mood, but these were amazing! The filet mignon was so tender, easy to cut, and cooked perfectly medium rare. The pepper sauce was creamy, and had the right amount of pepper in it to highlight the umami of the meat without being overpowering. The fries were very good. They had a nice crisp and weren't overdone inside. The bite of steak+fries+ sauce was heavenly! Would add to my death row meal. - Chocolate mousse: beautiful presentation, very rich and not super sweet. This is definitely a dessert you want to share. The chantilly was light and creamy which balanced out the decadent mousse. The consistency was runnier, more like a pudding which, for me, did not personally feel thick enough to be a mousse. Would probably not order again and try another dessert like the creme brulee or baba rum. - Fromage blanc ice cream: now this was amazing. Probably quite underrated but the flavors were perfect: a bit sweet but not overpowering. The ice cream is generously sized, tastes very subtly of fresh white cheese and it's paired with a sweet and a bit acidic blueberry compote.... Divine! Highly recommend. It's light, refreshing, interesting, and very pleasant on the palate. Overall, we had a very lovely dinner here. The food and ambiance were really nice and certainly allow for that "special occasion" feel. I was mildly disappointed though since I explicitly said in my reservation we were celebrating an anniversary but there was no acknowledgment of the occasion whatsoever (no candle with dessert, no congratulations) which I would have expected from a place that is so highly regarded. Food is also definitely on the pricier side. However, we still had a good time. Would come back again!

    Crudo was delightful
    Franny A.

    Triple fab Fifi. I went without a res and was sat upstairs. Initially I had Fomo but upstairs is fab too. Downstairs with its speakeasy style is the snazziest. Decor a 10. This is a pricey solo endeavor but worth it. Are: Bread Bluefin tuna crudo Cod & Japanese eggplant putee with zucchini Total: $88 The fresh baguette comes with butter & radish. Delicious & French. Everything was so perfect. The mousse was the star though.

    Raquel A.

    Beautiful cozy restaurant. Food is delicous. Ambiance is also great. I had the tartare and truffled eggs both so flavorful. The service was great.

    Steak Frites
    Nathaniel P.

    I absolutely loved my time here. Service was perfect, ambiance was great, and I loved the food. However, I felt like everything was 30% more expensive than I thought it would be. You want to try probably the best steak frites I've had? It's only 70 bucks. Or maybe one of the best tuna tartares I've had. 50 bucks. I'd still go back lolz. Cocktails were great. I would go just for those. Had a couple while I was waiting for my table. I think they could stand up against any of the "top" cocktail bars in the city. I spontaneously went alone after work, but perhaps it's best to go with a partner or on a date. Multiple couples making out and eye ****ing each other while I was just happily eating my chocolate mousse alone and taking photos with my food in the center of it all HAHA

    Crab
    MengYao L.

    Had a great time at Chez Fifi, my husband was able to snag a reservation for a late dinner. We arrived early and was taken to the bar, however it was super crowded so we decided to leave and wait outside. Before we headed outside, we were told that there was a table ready that was upstairs so we took it immediately. The restaurant had beautiful decorations and paintings. For food, we ordered the crab and tuna which both were very good. Since it was a late dinner we decided to share the steak frites which was cooked perfectly and served with a pepper sauce. Then for dessert, we shared a chocolate mousse, which was really good. I would give the food a 10/10. Service was great. Only issue was that it's so hard to get a reservation, I would definitely return if we can come back for an earlier dinner.

    Filet mignon au poivre, Frites
    Emily L.

    I've been wanting to try this place for a while now! The reservations were always so impossible to get at a reasonable time and I was finally able to snag a prime dinner spot. However I was a bit disappointed with the food. The filet mignon was cooked at the right temperature but when I tried to cut into the meat, there was part do the meat that were overcooked so it was like strings. But the sauce and the fries were good. I enjoyed the scallops and the blue fin tuna! Super light and refreshing for both. The salad was okay, there was really nothing special about it. The crème brûlée was great but also not life changing. Considering the price of the menu items, I didn't think it was worth it. I've gone once and I can check it off the list. The service was good and the staff was sweet! But again weighing the food and prices, I don't know if I would go back. The restaurant itself is in a brownstone which was a fun touch and the ambiance was intimate for sure.

    Riz aux morilles (truffle mushroom rice)
    Deana B.

    Outstanding. Not sure how anyone could have negative things to say about Chez Fifi. Food, drinks, ambiance, and service are all 100. Drinks The Blue Cheese Martini is basically drinking a cup of blue cheese and it is wonderful. If you're a blue cheese lover, order this. I was able to try 3 different wines by the glass and they were all great as well. Wound up going w/ the Chasselas which was perfect w/ our mains. Food Everything we ordered was a hit, absolutely no misses. There were three of us and we ordered the Foie Gras terrine maison, Salmon rillettes, Txangurro (Basque deviled crab), Bluefin tuna, Salad w/ yellow peaches, arugula, and Castelrosso, Riz aux morilles, Red snapper grile, and Filet mignon au poivre. It was truly the best steak Au Poivre I've ever had. Is it tough to get in? Yes. Is it pricey? Sure. Is it worth it? Absolutely.

    Baba rhum and fromage ice cream
    Secil A.

    The food was absolutely spectacular but the service was way too slow. The ambiance is very romantic and like a French bistro. We started with the endive salad and then had filet mignon and the chicken. We ended the meal with ice cream and baba rhum. Everything was amazing and the poivre sauce and the quality of filet was one of the best I've had in the city!

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    Beautiful room. Superb service delicious and innovative food. Great deserts. Don't miss the madeleines

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    4.6(81 reviews)
    1.7 miMidtown West, Theater District, Hell's Kitchen

    We were able to get a last-minute reservation at 7p on the Sunday before Memorial Day and entered…read morewhat was a pretty empty establishment. There were only 2 other parties seated and we were seated immediately upon arrival. It's fairly dark inside and the decor reminds me a bit of New Orleans. I enjoyed the ambiance. The drinks were great! I had the cocobella while he had margaritas. The table bread was hot and fresh, so make sure they bring it to the table for you. We had the mussels for an appetizer, lamb chops and bass. EVERYTHING was excellent! The flavor of the broth for the mussels was Devine, so much so my husband used his bread to sop up all he could. The bass had great flavor and came with sautéed spinach that was well cooked. It initially looked like a small portion but turned out to be plenty. The lamb chops were cooked to the requested temp and seasoned well. We left no crumbs. This one is definitely worth a try!

    I came here to leave a review and am so distraught over learning that this place has closed! It was…read morehands down one of the best restaurant experiences I've ever had - from the service to the drinks and the food. I dined there back in March and to this day I rave about the dish I had. The owner was extremely accommodating, pleasant and friendly. I hope they reopen somewhere else! He told us that he had another restaurant close by, I'll have to try that one if I can figure out the name of it.

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    S'Aimer - Greenery in The Garden at S'Aimer NYC

    Greenery in The Garden at S'Aimer NYC

    S'Aimer - The Garden at S'Aimer NYC. A place for quiet conversation in the heart of Restaurant Row.

    The Garden at S'Aimer NYC. A place for quiet conversation in the heart of Restaurant Row.

    S'Aimer - Set up for private event at S'Aimer NYC.

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    Set up for private event at S'Aimer NYC.

    La Bonne Soupe - French onion soup

    La Bonne Soupe

    4.0(310 reviews)
    1.0 miMidtown West

    If you're looking to escape the tourist crowds on the UES, La Bonne Soupe is the move. I was back…read morevisiting my old stomping grounds and wanted somewhere outside with a real neighborhood feel and this spot nailed it. I snagged a seat on their upstairs patio, surrounded by the kind of older, well-heeled UES regulars that give the place such a quintessential NYC vibe. I went with the $35 lunch special, which gets you an appetizer and an entrée. For my app, the Escargots de Bourgogne- absolutely the star of the meal, I could've eaten a second order. The Crêpe Forestière for my entrée was lovely too, and I washed it all down with a lemonade. Everything was genuinely delicious. My one small gripe: I got charged for two lemonades, which stung a little given that (a) it's lemonade, and (b) the glass was on the petite side to begin with. Minor quibble, though. Other than that, it was a perfect NYC lunch, exactly what I was hoping for.

    Came here a mere week after five-star my first visit, and this experience was significantly less…read morepositive. While the French Onion soup was still a stand-out dish, the painfully slow service detracted. There appeared to be a single waitress working. I didn't notice during my first visit if there were multiple servers, but the first time I did hear the waiter advise another table that the kitchen was behind and there would be a wait for food. (This didn't affect me since on my first visit I only ordered soup.) Same thing happened this time, and there was a significant delay between our soup/salad course and entrees. We were told the kitchen was backed up. this is apparently the norm. For appetizers, the French onion soup was a gold star dish. My friend had the goat cheese salad which she said was also very good. The Chicken Cordon Bleu was good, and a hard-to-find dish in NYC. While eating our entrees, the server never checked on how things were or if we needed anything. Once finished, we sat there for a long time waiting for our plates to be cleared, and finally had to "announce" that we were done and request our dessert (as we had ordered the prix fixe menu). For dessert we ordered the Dame Blanche and Profiteroles. I would recommend neither. The ice cream (in both) was poor quality, crystallized and not creamy. A real shame. In all, the meal too 2.5 hours due to the slow service. The soup remains fantastic. I'm downgrading my review to recommend this spot only for soup and salad and not a full, hours-long meal. For that, it's 5 stars, for a full meal a middling 3.

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    La Bonne Soupe - Interior

    Interior

    La Bonne Soupe - Dame blanche

    Dame blanche

    La Bonne Soupe - Outside dining on second floor rooftop

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    Outside dining on second floor rooftop

    Chez Fifi - french - Updated September 2026

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