Underrated West Village gem; known for its unreal burger, cozy vibe, & French-American brunch.
Joseph Leonard offers a delightful American menu with French bistro influences, making it a standout for weekend lunches and brunches. Patrons praise its neighborhood feel and the quality of its dishes, from the highly recommended burger to the delicate Frisée salad and rich Moules-frites. It's a go-to spot for those seeking a non-touristy experience with consistently good food.
This American restaurant with French bistro influences is highly praised. Diners rave about the 'unreal burger' and also recommend the Frisée salad and Moules-frites. The croissant and chicken sandwich are also noted as excellent choices.
"The burger is frequently cited as a must-try. Other highly recommended dishes include the Frisée salad, Moules-frites, and the Croque Madame with mushrooms. The croissant and chicken sandwich are also popular."
Customers consistently express positive sentiment, highlighting its underrated status and neighborhood charm. It's frequently recommended as a great non-touristy spot with high-quality dishes.
Important Note
Noise levels can be high on weekends, making daytime visits preferable for some.
"Joseph Leonard was recommended as a dining choice."
Positive"Joseph Leonard is recommended as a better alternative to Boucherie."
Positive"This user listed Joseph Leonard as a potential restaurant for lunch."
Positive"Joseph Leonard was listed as a sit-down option for a dinner burger in the village/soho area."
Positive"This user recommended Joseph Leonard, stating they have a great croissant."
Positive"This user recommended Joseph Leonard, stating they have a great croissant."
Positive"Joseph Leonard is listed among this user's favorite brunch spots."
Neutral"Joseph Leonard was recommended as a place for an espresso martini."
Positive"Found Joseph Leonard to be cozy and liked the look of the food."
Positive"Lists Joseph Leonard as one of many dining options available."
Positive"Joseph Leonard was listed as a possible restaurant for dinner."
Neutral"Joseph Leonard is recalled as having a great Bloody Mary that was served with a beer chaser."
Positive"This user recommended Joseph Leonard as a brunch location with a Google Maps link for someone visiting the Center for Jewish History."
Neutral"Joseph Leonard in the West Village is recommended as a place to get an Italian chopped salad."
Positive"The commenter is partial to Joseph Leonard because it is less crowded and they have never had a bad dish there. They particularly highlight the Croque Madame with mushrooms as an amazing dish."
Positive"Joseph Leonard is simply mentioned as a recommendation."
Neutral"Recommends Joseph Leonard's chicken sandwich, noting it's only available at lunch."
Positive"The user who posted mentioned they would have loved to go to Joseph Leonard for its cozy vibe for Sunday brunch near the Whitney, but it was already booked."
Positive"Joseph Leonard is not a tourist trap and is a great place to visit for a long weekend."
Positive"Inquires about what the original poster ordered at Joseph Leonard."
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