French bistro known for its rotisserie chicken, excellent steak frites, and notable pancakes.
This French restaurant offers a delightful dining experience with a focus on classic dishes. Guests frequently praise the ambiance and the quality of the food, particularly the expertly prepared roast chicken and steak frites. While the brunch menu may have an American lean, the overall consensus is positive, making it a reliable spot for a satisfying meal.
The French cuisine here is generally well-regarded, with standout dishes including the roast chicken, steak frites, blueberry pancakes, and leeks vinaigrette. Some patrons note that while the food is good, it can lean towards Americanized. The onion soup has received negative feedback for an unusual preparation.
"Highly recommended dishes include the roast chicken, steak frites, blueberry pancakes, and leeks vinaigrette. The skate frites with au poivre sauce and mushroom pâté also receive praise."
Overall, customer sentiment is largely positive, with many praising the ambiance, service, and specific dishes. However, some reviews note it can be loud, and one user had a negative experience with food safety.
Important Note
One user reported their wife became ill after dining, potentially related to the wine, while another criticized the onion soup for its unconventional preparation with chicken stock.
"The user enjoys the beef tartare at Le Crocodile, pairing it with leeks and drinks for a perfect lunch."
Positive"The user mentioned Le Crocodile for its beef tartare and leeks, suggesting it's a great lunch option."
Positive"The user enjoys the beef tartare at Le Crocodile, pairing it with leeks and drinks for a perfect lunch."
Positive"The user mentioned Le Crocodile for its beef tartare and leeks, suggesting it's a great lunch option."
Positive"The user enjoys the beef tartare at Le Crocodile, pairing it with leeks and drinks for a perfect lunch."
Positive"The user mentioned Le Crocodile for its beef tartare and leeks, suggesting it's a great lunch option."
Positive"The user enjoys the beef tartare at Le Crocodile, pairing it with leeks and drinks for a perfect lunch."
Positive"The user mentioned Le Crocodile for its beef tartare and leeks, suggesting it's a great lunch option."
Positive"This restaurant is described as always reliable for American/French cuisine."
Positive"Le Crocodile is recommended by the commenter."
Positive"Le Crocodile is listed as a recommended restaurant."
Neutral"Le Crocodile is listed among the commenter's top recommendations in Williamsburg."
Positive"Le Crocodile is recommended as a great option for dining."
Positive"For a solo birthday celebration, a French restaurant might be a better choice than a steakhouse. The portions are typically more appropriately sized, and the wine selection by the glass is often better. This restaurant is a personal favorite."
Positive"Responding to a negative experience at Le Crocodile, this user commented on distinguishing between corked wine and 'interesting' wine."
Neutral"A user reported that their wife became ill after dining at Le Crocodile, suspecting it might have been related to a pet-nat wine."
Negative"Le Crocodile was recommended as a dining option."
Neutral"Le Crocodile was recommended as a great option, with specific mention of its steaks, fries, and desserts, suitable for impressing diners without being overly intimidating."
Positive"This user elaborated on Le Crocodile, stating it offers two steak options, fries, and desserts, providing a refined yet approachable dining experience."
Positive"This comment simply stated 'This', agreeing with a previous recommendation for Le Crocodile."
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