UWS French bistro—classic, reliable brunch & French onion soup. Great for dates or casual meals.
This French bistro on the Upper West Side is a consistent crowd-pleaser, often recommended for its classic dishes and reliable brunch offerings. Patrons frequently praise its inviting atmosphere and French onion soup, noting it as a solid choice for a casual meal or a date night. While generally well-regarded, some find the table spacing a bit tight, but overall, it's a go-to for authentic French cuisine.
The food here is classic French bistro fare, with a standout French onion soup and popular brunch options. While generally well-received, one diner noted that the plates can be quite large, leading to crowded tables.
"The French onion soup is frequently highlighted as a must-try. Brunch is also a popular and recommended offering."
Customers generally have a positive sentiment towards this restaurant, frequently recommending it for its classic French dishes, brunch, and particularly its French onion soup.
Important Note
One diner found the plates to be too large, which crowded the table. The menu may also lack some traditional French items like foie gras or mousse.
"French Roast is suggested as a potential option for heated outdoor seating."
Neutral"This user mentioned French Roast as a likely good option for French toast, in addition to other restaurants like Maison Pickle and Buvete."
Neutral"This user reports having a date night at French Roast on the UWS, finding it reasonable at $100 before tip for two, sharing a salad, onion soup, and steak au poivre."
Positive"This commenter recommends French Roast on the UWS."
Positive"The commenter likes French Roast overall but finds their plates too large, which crowds the table, and notes the absence of foie gras or mousse."
Neutral"French Roast on the Upper West Side was mentioned as having a bistro vibe and being great."
Positive"The user clarified that French Roast was recommended over Barney Greengrass for UWS brunch due to the original poster's preference for outdoor seating and reservations."
Positive"The original poster expressed strong satisfaction with the suggestion of French Roast for their brunch, stating it was exactly what they were looking for."
Positive"French Roast was suggested as a suitable option for Sunday brunch in the Upper West Side."
Positive"Recommends French Roast as a solid place with basic food."
Positive"The user recommends French Roast on the UWS for French onion soup, hoping it wasn't the place the original poster had a bad experience."
Positive"The commenter suggests French Roast is also a good option for French food."
Positive"French Roast is recommended."
Positive"Listed as a recommended spot in the UWS."
Positive"Close to spec"
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