Classic French bistro fare & ambiance near Times Sq. Great for groups, special occasions, and pre-theater dining w/ potential for Steak Frites.
This French bistro offers a taste of classic French cuisine in a lively Hell's Kitchen setting. Reviewers have noted it as a good option for special occasions and pre-theater dinners, with some highlighting dishes like the coq au vin and espresso creme brulee. While generally recommended for its ambiance and service, some recent feedback suggests inconsistency.
This restaurant offers French cuisine with some Mediterranean influences. Dishes like coq au vin and steak frites are frequently mentioned, with the latter being a popular recommendation. However, some diners have reported inconsistency in food quality, particularly with desserts.
"Steak Frites is frequently mentioned as a good option, and during Restaurant Week, the coq au vin and espresso creme brulee were positively reviewed."
Overall, customer sentiment is mixed, with some praising the excellent service and classic French dishes, while others found the food inconsistent and desserts disappointing.
Important Note
One reviewer noted that a health rating was concealed, and another commenter expressed disappointment with the desserts.
"The commenter suggested Marseille as a good option for French cuisine."
Positive"This Mediterranean restaurant was suggested as a dining option that might fit the budget, especially if one ventures west of the most crowded areas."
Positive"This user was not a fan of Marseille after visiting twice and preferred Steak Frites on 9th Ave."
Negative"This user found Marseille to be "very mid" and inconsistent, with terrible desserts. They suggested Steak Frites on 9th Ave is a better option in Hell's Kitchen."
Negative"This commenter recently dined at Marseille and found it to be an excellent experience, describing it as a fun, old-school place with great service."
Positive"A follow-up comment advises checking Marseille's health rating."
Neutral"Marseille is suggested as a place for steak frites, with the commenter noting it's in a preferable area compared to another option."
Positive"Marseille is mentioned as a dining option."
Positive"This user recommended Marseille as a dining choice."
Neutral"The commenter suggested Marseille as a potential restaurant with a large room, suitable for a toddler."
Positive"The commenter had a decent experience at Marseille for their $45 Restaurant Week dinner. The risotto appetizer was okay, the coq au vin entree was less salty than usual and enjoyable, and the espresso creme brulee was good."
Neutral"This user enjoyed their experience at Marseille during Restaurant Week, finding it preferable to other French restaurants they had tried like Amelie and Chez Josephine."
Positive"Suggests Marseille as a French Bistro-type spot in the area that likely offers Steak Frites at a lower price point than high-end steakhouses."
Positive"AvatarofBro reports that Marseille in Hell's Kitchen also concealed their C health rating by placing it behind a plant near an unused side entrance."
Negative"Marseille was suggested as a potential restaurant for a group birthday dinner near Port Authority, suitable for a group of 6-8 with vegetarian/vegan options in the $30-50 range."
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