Probably one of the best French restaurants I ever tried in NYC! Every dish was so delicious. I tried the Grilled Octopus first and the sauce was so delicious. It made me more excited to try the entrees. entrees did not disappoint! My favorite dishes but they are all delicious: - Duck Breast - Grilled Octopus - Grilled Hanger steak The wait is around 2 hours so put your name down and walk around. No reservations here. read more

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It has been a year since I've been back and I'm glad to see they're still thriving. Le French Diner is a rare glimpse of what NYC dining used to be. Before COVID, before restaurants were priced out of their rent, before caviar and wagyu showed up on every menu. This hole in the wall is a time capsule of what great NYC dining used to be. We started waiting at 4:55 and were the first on line. By the time they opened by 5:30, the line was full. We ordered the beef tartare, the octopus, soft shell crab, hanger steak, and duck. Everything was well prepared and delicious. Plus you get to see the dance that happens between the chef, the host, and the runner. Working in any kitchen is difficult, but creating all this magic out of a restaurant that's the size of a studio apartment is amazing. I hope to be back for many more years. I'd gladly wait on this line than for froyo. read more

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Teeny, tiny, very authentic feeling while being directed to one of the maybe ten barstools facing the working kitchen. I ordered a lovely Bordeaux after choosing the recommended asparagus and (I'm such a sucker for) escargot, followed by their only dessert, a pudding topped with sour cherries. All excellent choices! The place takes no reservations and fills up fast, even for an early week evening, so plan accordingly. read more

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This place is small as hell. It only holds about maybe 20 people at a time with mostly bar seating. I recommend showing up 20 mins before opening or it could be a 2 or 3 hour wait. The staff needs a reward for making it happen in the small space they have to work with. With that said I had the hanger steak with some type of scalloped potatoes which was way overpriced. Both steak and potatoes were decent. But not enough bang for the buck. The star of the show was the sour cherry panna cotta. Absolutely delicious. Bang'n. Definitely a must. Service was excellent. read more

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A nice little dinner but quite expensive for what it's worth! We got the steak and scallops, both dishes around $40 each. The escargots were smothered in garlic, which was good, but reminded me of garlic knots (?), especially with the bread served with it. The taste of the escargot was entirely masked (which can be a good thing if you're not a huge fan). The wait was over an hour on a Saturday night, the space inside is lively and with good ambiance, but very tight (hence the long wait time). Service was good, we didn't feel too rushed even given the space and extensive waitlist! I'm glad I gave it a try but would likely not return :/ read more

Le French Diner - Grilled Hanger Steak, Seared Scallops - French Near Me - New York, New York

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This tiny, unassuming restaurant truly has some of the best food I've had in recent memory. I initially saw Le French Diner raved about on social media, but it took me a while to finally get to try it. Since the restaurant is so small and doesn't take reservations, we thought our best bet would be to line up ~30 minutes before opening on a Friday night. We arrived at around 5pm and were the third party in line. It was great to have the reassurance that we would have the table, but there were some seats at the bar for a few tables that showed up right at opening too. The restaurant is SMALL. 10 seats at the bar where you feel like you are in someone's kitchen and (I believe) 9 more at small tables around the restaurant. I personally loved the atmosphere and sitting at the bar. Being able to watch the chef prepare all the dishes made the experience cozy and special. We had the Chickpea Crepe, Foie Gras, Escargot, and Seared Duck Breast. Wow. The food was all incredible. I'd get everything other than the chickpea crepe again, which was a little salty for my liking. The foie gras came on top of an amazing apple butter, which perfectly balanced the richness of the foie gras. It was served with the cutest little brioche buns too, which were pillowy and soft. Escargots were good, with a garlicky and buttery sauce. The star of the show for me was the duck breast. Omg I can't stop thinking about it. It was so tender and the skin was so delicious. Fatty and chewy but sooo flavorful wow. I'd go back just for the duck, but really want to try their steak as well. Some tables near us ordered it, and it looked amazing. Le French Diner was such a treat, and I'm happy I finally got around to trying it but also kicking myself because it took me way too long. I will definitely be back!! read more

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Decent food, mixed service, questionable ambience. As many establishments do in in the city, this place manufactures scarcity by providing a minuscule number of seats. We love lining up for what we perceive to be rare, sought-after tables, even in sub-10 degree temps. The space goes beyond cozy; it's uncomfortably crammed. This could be someone's hallway in a house. I like cozy dimly lit interiors, but not when my back is literally pressed against another guest's and I'm contorting myself to fit in my corner, and I'm a petite person. Music - loud, all over the place in genre from classical to rock and roll. I was expecting something more laid back and intimate. Hard to hear my friend over the music. Bathroom right up against the kitchen, which is sus. Waves at 5:30 (opening), 7/7:30, 8:30/9. Line up early (20 min at least) before open, and you might get a table for 2. After that, put your name down on the list for 7/7:30 and hunker down at a bar - what we did. And when they call you, PICK UP. Because they will be annoyed if you don't and still show up at their door. They call people as seats become available so they'll keep going down the list if you don't answer. (I saw this happen to a couple who showed up and the owner claimed they hadn't picked up his call. Awkward.) Food was decent tasting but overpriced. Escargots buttery and garlicky, but very small. Crunchy charred sourdough on the side for dipping. Octopus was cooked well, though the accompanying sauce was quite bland. Hanger steak was tender and really salty, with a bed of caramelized onions on top. Reminded me of a French onion soup in a good way. Delicious, piping hot potato gratin complimented the steak. Their offering for glasses of wine is quite limited so you are better off ordering a bottle. The skin contact from Alsace was tangy and reminiscent of a beer to me. Service was great initially considering how much multi-tasking the 3(?) staff members had to do. We were able to place our orders and get our food without too much wait. The owner checked in here and there, always with a smile. However, at the end we miscalculated our tip and received a harsh "you can't do math or this is a really *expletive* tip" reprimand before we corrected it, which soured the experience a good bit and eliminated our desire to return. read more

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Cozy little spot with very limited seating, so getting there a bit before opening is key if you want a table. The intimate, no-frills vibe is part of the charm. The food was outstanding. The escargot was perfectly garlicky and easily one of my favorites, and the steak tartare was hands down the best I've ever had, incredibly well balanced, flavorful, and spicy-mustard-forward. The perfectly cooked steak with the potato au gratin-style side was creamy and rich. The wait staff was clearly busy but genuinely friendly and working their butts off, which only added to the experience. Definitely worth the effort to snag a seat. read more

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Such a lovely, cozy French spot offering authentic and delicious food and ambiance. Super friendly staff and filled with locals who know how wonderful this place is. We've enjoyed so many wonderful dinners and the place lends itself to a laid-back romantic evening. read more

Le French Diner - Perfect little starters - French Near Me - New York, New York

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When I look back on this dinner, the biggest thing I remember is the Hanger steak. I think I am a little picky on steaks and meat and this one was just the perfect marinade, texture, everything. And the au gratin had the best sauce in between I wanted it as my pillow. I went on Saturday around when they opened and I got a seat for two people but they do get busy very quickly so go early or put yourself on the waitlist and go get boba or something! It is a smaller restaurant with some nice music playing. I'd go when I don't have discussion points and serious things to talk about with my friends but rather for the vibe and good time. I'd go back for that steak for sure, I would love to try their octopus next time. read more

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Incredible crepe, duck, and octopus, and the steak tartare and green salad were pretty amazing as well. Might skip the steak next time. read more

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Came on a Friday 5 minutes before they opened at 5:30 PM, and there was already a line but we got bar seats (which is definitely the move). My boyfriend and I ordered: + Socca de nice + Ouef de mayo + green salad + grilled hangar steak with gratin + Panna cotta with sour cherries Wow, just wow. All of the food was amazing... best eggs ever... every single bite was good though. I usually dislike panna cotta and even that was fantastic. Great wines, too. Overall this is such a tiny and special spot that I almost don't want to tell people about it...maybe that's why I didn't know this place has been here for over 10 years, because they didn't want to tell me either. read more

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I really really wanted to enjoy this meal because of how exclusive getting a table feels. In the end, it was a fine meal that wasn't worth waiting an hour to get a table for. The menu is small so we got most of it: grilled octopus (will never not enjoy), oeuf mayo, socca de nice (not a dish I was familiar with, interesting), escargot (always interested in this and this was just as buttery and well-seasoned as I wanted), rabbit leg confit. We also got a cheese board which we usually don't do and in the end it was an interesting mix of cheeses. One thing I particularly enjoyed was how many of the dishes came with an ample amount of bread, which is unusual. Service was quick and super nice. The restaurant is small almost to a fault, so everything is very cramped (especially going to the bathroom). To have such a small restaurant and still be walk-in only is an interesting choice I don't particularly agree with, because inevitably everyone waits at least an hour to be sat. read more

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Really awesome french food. The space is tight but man the staff here are just handling everything. Cooking, bussing, waiting, etc etc. The small team of ins a tight ship. Favorite was the hanger steak. read more

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Really amazing food! Reasonable price for what it is given it is NYC but not cheap. Would definitely go back. No reservations and every time I've gone on a weekend they're full and the wait is an hour plus. Saturday showed up 10 minutes after opening at 5:40pm, everything was already full, but got a bar seat at 7pm. Place is very small like 10 bar seats and 3 tables. Wish it was bigger! Not too loud. Atmosphere not very special. Would go back for the food! read more

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If you're looking for an intimate, authentic dining experience that feels like a teleportation to a Parisian side street, Le French Diner is it. The Ambiance This is the ultimate date spot. It's incredibly small and cozy, which creates a warm, bustling energy that feels exclusive rather than cramped. Because of the size, it's best for a duo. We arrived at 4:45 PM on a Wednesday to get in line; they opened at 5:30 PM, and we were seated immediately. You probably don't need to arrive before they open to get a sear during the weekday. The Food The food was nothing short of fantastic. Every dish felt intentional and perfectly executed. Two absolute must-orders:     *    The Chickpea Pancake: A unique, savory start with the perfect texture.     *    The Hangar Steak: Cooked exactly to medium-rare, tender, and seasoned beautifully. It's easily one of the best versions of this cut I've had in the city. The Service The staff is incredibly friendly and welcoming. It's clear they care about the food and the experience. Just keep in mind that because the kitchen and floor space are so limited, the service can get a little slow during peak hours. Don't come here if you're in a rush; come here to enjoy the wine, the company, and the atmosphere. read more

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One of my favorite spots in the neighborhood that offers amazing food with cozy ambience. Everything we had was delicious and I highly recommend: socca de nice, green salad (best salad I've had in town), escargots, seared sea scallops, and steak tartare. Don't forget the sour cherry panna cotta to round out the meal! read more

Le French Diner - Socca de Nice - French Near Me - New York, New York

This place is AMAZING. I loved everything and which I could have more. Booked and busy from the minute the door opened, the owners and staff were very nice and attentive and I love how the only marketing they do is word of mouth. The music was a little much at times for how intimate the restaurant is but I will 100% be coming back and ordering everything on the menu I didn't get to try this time read more

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I have heard and seen the crowds, so I came in mid week just at the time of opening. The gentleman taking my order, as this was a small place, recognized I was new, and answered my questions patiently as he poured me a glass of water. I had the seared scallops. Laid on top of pieces of squash. Seasonal ingredients. I usually am not a fan of squash, but this was really good, and had the consistency of a ripe pear. Not mushy at all. The seared scallops were amazing, swimming in a lightly buttered sauce. The best I ever had. read more

Le French Diner - Seared Scallops with squash and pea puree - French Near Me - New York, New York

Wow, this place was a dream! I cannot wait to go back. This service was super friendly and the place is really cozy. The restaurant itself is really small and does not take reservations, but it is absolutely a hidden gem and worth it. Got here around 545 on Thursday night and it was still fairly empty. The place filled up around 630 though and people started having to wait. Would definitely recommend getting there before 630 if you do not want to wait. Below is our ordered food in order of my preference 1. Hanger steak Wow this was absolutely delicious and I could not stop eating it. The steak itself was perfectly cooked. It was so tender and just melts in your mouth. Paired with the sauce was just unstoppable. The potato on the side was also so flavorful and so good. It pairs really well with the steak 2. Octopus One of the best octopus I've ever had. It looks like such a simple dish--just two octopus tentacles sitting there, but it was perfectly cooked. Just the right tenderness. Moreover, the sauce that came with it was great. It really alleviated the octopus's taste. 3. Steak tartare This was good, however nothing too special! The garlic oil bread pairs really well with it though 4. Escargot This was my least favorite item, but still good. I think the sauce could be a little more flavorful, but overall still a good dish! read more

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Really awesome little French restaurant serving no frills, delicious French food. The food here is not fussy, you won't see the chef pull out a pair of tweezers to perfectly garnish a dish (plus there's probably no room even if he wanted to). But oh man, the food is delicious. Hanger steak is of course good but the grilled asparagus may be the best rendition of asparagus I've ever had. Everything here is absolutely packed with flavor. The menu seems to rotate a bit but don't worry, it's all good stuff. Service here was pleasant, but please do note that while it's not slow, food is delivered at a leisurely pace. This is a type of place where you chill for a bit, drink some wine, and catch up with a friend. It's also walk-in only, and there will probably be a wait, but don't worry, it's worth it. read more

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I had a triple kill on the Escargot, Steak tartare and the Octopus. Everything exceeded my expectations -- except for the ridiculous wait time trying to get sat (outside in the rain). The type of person I am, I like a pleasant entry before a good meal. Since this is basically a hole in a wall spot with no way of booking a reservation, i found myself at a bar across the street waiting to be called through their phone book of queue's. First come first serve never tasted so good. Enjoy x read more

Le French Diner - Steak Tartare Grilled Octopus Escargot - French Near Me - New York, New York

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Cool hidden place with a cool vibe. Dim lighting, upbeat staff and great music. Some really great food items and some average ones. The chickpea appetizer was incredible, as was the charred octopus; easily the best octopus I've ever eaten. The beef tar tar wasn't anything special, nor was the steak with onions. The duck was cooked perfectly, but desperately needed a sauce. The serving was tiny for $40+. The best part of the dish was the carnival squash it came with was incredible. Soft, sweet and had a delicious curry flavor, that was the star here. Really a 3.5/5, but for how expensive it was, rounding down. read more

Le French Diner - Grilled Hanger Steak and Duck - French Near Me - New York, New York

I really wanted to love this place but was very disappointed with the food. The vibe was great and server was warm and friendly, but the food did not live up to all the hype and the price. We started with the escargot with anchovy butter. Did not taste the anchovy at all, and was not salted enough so it didn't bring out the flavor of the escargots. And the escargots were tiny. Then we got the grilled octopus. It was extremely charred. To the point that it masked the flavor of the octopus. And sauce was light and nice though. For main we shared the hanger steak. This was the highlight of the meal. The potato was to die for and steak was well cooked and juicy. Though, one side of the steak was better than the other. And for dessert we got their only dessert, panna cotta with sour cherries. All I can say is skip dessert please. It tasted like Trader Joe's yogurt with sour cherries. Not worth it at all, just walk a couple blocks and get ice cream around the area if you are craving sweets. Not sure if they had a bad night but the food was just ok. Not too good, not too bad. Would not wait in line for this. If it really was just a bad night, work on your consistency. Part of being a good restaurant is being consistent. read more

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Still as amazing years later! I haven't been to Le French Diner in way too long and decided to stop by on a holiday weekend. There was no wait! The dishes are understandably pricier than they were years ago, but worth it still. We shared several plates and didn't have any bad dishes. Everything was perfectly cooked and incredibly delicious. Musts: green salad, steak, grilled octopus, panna cotta of the night Le French Diner is such a charming spot, perfect for a date night. One of the best meals we've had in a long time and will be back soon! read more

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i knew i was going to love it and i did - you've got to drop everything and come here PRONTO tips: line up at around 445 - the first group is a handful of ppl and the second group gets in depending on the first, waits i've seen can be up to or past 3 hours. come in a group of 2 (trust) the food: insane. hanger steak and potatoes is a must, octopus was juicy. need to try the salad next time! the drinks: skin contact wine - superb. the service: so friendly and lovely the space: small but intimate read more

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Found myself here while looking for something to eat, and it did not disappoint. Ordered the duck breast and it was amazing. Nice service and atmosphere. Definitely a must if you're visiting. read more

Le French Diner - Duck breast - French Near Me - New York, New York

Transparently, I would give a 4.5/5, but rounding up as I think a 4 is too low. I got there right before 5:30, and there already was a line forming about 3 parties before me. It's a very small spot and they don't take reservations -- get there early!! The service was excellent. The food came quick, and the server was extremely attentive (I'm sure it helps having the place be so small). I really loved sitting at the bar and watching all the food get prepared. I ordered the socca de nice and the hanger steak. GET THE SOCCA DE NICE!! The texture is pillowy and soft with a slight char from the broiler, buttery and a crunch from the flaky salt. It was DELICIOUS. The steak was prepared to the perfect temperature and the onion sauce was spectacular. My one knock was the potatoes were warm at best. They were well cooked, just not the right temperature. I will definitely be back to try more dishes. read more

Le French Diner - Socca de Nice - French Near Me - New York, New York

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WOW WOW WOW. If I was a local I would definitely be gatekeeping this special place due to it only seating around 15 people. But coming from out of town I must recommend this to any couple or solo travelers going to nyc! The service was top notch, felt very intimate and personal. The food was also immaculate from the perfectly cooked octopus to the delicious steak and potatoes you cannot go wrong with a single item here. We put our name in around 7 on a Saturday evening and got the call within an hour. No reservations but plan ahead and you'll have a memorable dinner worth the wait! Can't wait to come back on our next visit to NYC! read more

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we arrived at 535 on a tuesday night with great weather (i suspect that plays into why there was no line, and only really started to get full around 630). look, the food is GOOD. escargot, octopus, and the hanger steak (shared amongst 2). you can only get bottles of wine and there was one option of wine by the glass so that was annoying. again, the food was delicious. genuinely. vibes inside the restaurant are intimate. its a very space so be mindful. would i go again? ABSOLUTELY. perhaps when i have more money to order a bottle of wine. read more

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It has been a long time since I have had a meal out in this city where I left thinking I am in love and want to eat here every day. This hole in the wall restaurant fills up fast the moment the door opens and the staff are very friendly. We were very happy paying for the meal and it was worth every cent. Got the chickpea crepe, escargot, grilled octopus, hanger steak, and mixed berry panna cotta dessert + a glass of wine. What a gem of a place, every dish seasoned and cooked to perfection. I love the low key ambiance, lack of pretentiousness, simple (and yet not simple) menu, and intimate setting. read more

Do not let the exterior fool you. Yes they could clean and wash their sign and make the entry more inviting-but this is part of their appeal. Very small restaurant-bar seating plus 4 tables. I choose to sit at the bar. The barkeep was friendly and knowledgeable of all menus. Started with the cheese board. Very very delicious. The chickpea crepe was delicious as was the octopus. I had ordered the steak and it was very good (loved the mushrooms) but the star of the night for me was the pork chop. The pork chop was cooked to perfection and the side of spicy mustard was the best I have had and worked well with the chop. Seriously-do yourself a favor and order the pork chop. read more

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Avoid if you value your time and expect to be treated with basic respect. After 12+ years of dining in NYC, this was hands-down the most bizarre and disrespectful restaurant experience I've had. I've never bothered to leave reviews before, but had to make a Yelp account just to post this given how rudely we were treated. We arrived ~25 minutes before opening (so ~5:05pm for a 5:30pm open) and were the fourth group in line. Despite being well within the 18-person first seating capacity (only 10 people ahead of us), we were told to wait 1-2 hours longer because our group of 3 didn't "fit" their first seating arrangement perfectly, so we had to wait for the next seating. They made us step out of line, and instead wrote down my name/phone number to call back later. Then, they proceeded to seat multiple groups behind us with no issue. The entire rest of the line (probably 10-15 people deep at this point) ended up somehow walking in with no problem. Apparently, if they sat us right then and there at the counter, there would be one seat open/leftover (yes you read that correctly, a single seat), which was the end of the world for them. Based on their actions, they clearly think that filling every single seat is more important than treating customers fairly or honoring a first-come, first-served system that they've instituted themselves. They said they didn't want to make more people "wait" on a busy Saturday night, but for some reason, it was fine if they made the 3 of us wait another 2 hours because we didn't fit into their game of musical chairs? At one point, I even offered to dine standing by the high table so two in my party could sit on the high-chairs (thereby leaving 2 seats open for another couple behind us) but they still refused. Anyway, they eventually called us back at 7:30pm--2.5 hours after we arrived. We had already left as we absolutely were not going to be spending a dime there based on this gross disrespect, so we turned down their offer. To the management team - if your business model is ruined by one empty chair for an hour, maybe clean up your finances instead of wasting your customers' time and treating them like second-class citizens, especially when they take time out of their day/week to wait outside your restaurant. Crazy concept I know, but it seems like most other restaurants (both highly/lowly rated) in this city can do it, so figure it out. I'm not naive enough to think this review will magically change anything, but I do hope that any future new customers will be aware of how they may end up being treated. I would recommend you take your business somewhere they actually value and respect your patronage (and treat you like human beings at that). Bonus: After reading some other reviews, this doesn't seem like a one-off--they just like to randomly power trip and arbitrarily treat you like trash if you're not a regular or industry insider (as this place likes to be known to serve), so expect to be treated like an inconvenience. read more

Come here for a catch up with friends, for a date, or on your own to treat yourself. This small hole in the wall restaurant serves some seriously amazing food with great wines to pair up with dinner. The one thing is that the restaurant itself is super small, so big groups won't work. The servers are attentive and it's easy to get their attention because the space is so packed. My friend and I shared the gem salad, the rabbit, and the steak. The gem salad was good but nothing to write home about, my friend and I just wanted a veggie and palate cleanser though and this did the trick. The rabbit was so tender and fell off the bone, and the sauce really was a unique and delicious finisher to the dish. The steak was well-cooked but a little salty for my liking, though my friend thought it was perfect and disagrees. The highlight of the night for me was the potatoes on the steak - they were creamy, well-seasoned, and had just the right amount of softness while maintaining a bite. It's a little expensive, but definitely affordable if you compare other similarly well-rated french restaurants. If you're looking for a swanky night with views of a small open kitchen and great ambiance, this is the place! read more

Ok, so I'm pretty much an amateur when it comes to eating French cuisine and it became one of the focuses of my trip into NYC from Houston. I didn't want to pick a French restaurant that was '$$$$' because quite frankly, I was just too intimidated, and can I really appreciate what's in front of me without knowing what the "norm" is? Mayhap I was afraid I would set the bar too high for French cuisine. I knew I was coming in rather late into the city, and thankfully, this place had relatively late hours. One thing most travelers must know about NYC is their listed closing time is when they're trying to turn off the lights, meaning there leaves a lot of room for interpretation on when last call is. Though they might continue to serve you drinks (and maybe the occasional snack), their kitchen could close an hour, maybe even 2 hours early. I thought I arrived well within good time, but it was quite the opposite--again, my mistake. I'm not from around here. The friendly host, chef, and server (quite possibly the owner) initially turned me away stating they don't have any seats available. I asked if I could be put on a waiting list, that I just got off the plane and was looking forward to a meal here. He said he couldn't guarantee me a spot, but I did not hesitate to state that I would take a chance, even if the odds were low. I think he liked that response because he ended up grabbing a clipboard from across the room that had some scrap paper on it and took my number down. We mosseyed on over to the nearest burger and fries joint and at least softened our hunger. Eventually, about half an hour later, we got the call that we made the cut. I was super stoked and it just made the experience all the more exciting. The restaurant is a bar-turned-to-kitchen. The front had just enough room for some high tables. Regardless of the rather tight spacing, it felt comfortable. It's a rather low-lit place, but the energy in the room felt amazing, and the host's friendliness and energy only added to the experience. The menu is condensed into a page, and my instincts tell me they switch it up pretty often and reprint often. Prices seem quite reasonable, especially for items usually found in fine dining. If you're sitting at the bar, which would've been a fantastic experience, you're sitting just a few feet away watching them cook up a storm. It smelt amazing in there. We ordered a lot. A LOT. The pacing was noteworthy. The suggestions for food? Spot on. The food itself? Absolutely delicious. The ambience? Cozey, fun, uplifting, yet strangely...romantic. I absolutely would recommend this place for a date night, as you can find good beverages to pair here, as well. It honestly feels like you're fine dining at home, and to me, that's just the best way to do it. (It's been more than a few months since I've been. I'm just now finishing this review because I really think they deserve the recognition--that's how much this restaurant has impacted me.) read more

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Amazing french cuisine and great ambiance! The vibe here is really intimate and run solely by 3 people. Owner is fantastic and really made our experience personalized and special. Highly recommend!! read more

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No wait at 6pm on a week day Great tartare and great bread to go with it My steak frites came well done :( the au gratin was fabulous Friendly service read more

Le French Diner in the Lower East Side is a tiny French restaurant serving delicious bistro classics in a kitchen seemingly too small to be churning out the quality of food they serve. For dinner we had two large glasses of a cabarnet franc, an incredible medium-rare hangar steak served with the creamy scalloped potatoes and a grilled steelhead trout with braised romaine. This is the type of place we wanted to keep to ourselves but sadly we are not in the business of gatekeeping. With only a few tables and 10 bar seats, it's better to arrive on the earlier side or be prepared to do a few laps around the block as they don't take reservations here. Le French Diner is a perfect place for a romantic and intimate date with a significant other read more

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Wow wow wow. Cannot give enough praise of this place! I truly was not expecting to be blown away. I'm always hesitant about French spots in the US, but this place did not disappoint. A very small space with an equally small menu. Where they may seem like they lack in variety, they specialize each dish to a T. The menu size reminds me of mom and pop restaurants in France. Loved every dish we had, but the ones I truly adored were the beets salad and the quail. Absolutely amazing. Service was also on point. Note that this place is small and very popular. You may very well be waiting over an hour. Tip- Go with one other person. Any group bigger than 4, good luck. read more

Waited in line at 5:20 on a Saturday. They ushered me outside and told me to write my name down (as it was full) and told me it would be a few hours. I came back 1.5 hours later, but upon arrival they suddenly realized they couldn't sit me - they acknowledged it was their fault but completed messed up my evening plans. They didn't even communicate with me about this beforehand and I made the 30 min trek back to the restaurant. This level of unprofessionalism is absolutely insane read more