Vibrant Tribeca French bistro w/ amazing chicken & duck frites. Stellar for solo dining & special occasions.
Frenchette offers a quintessential French bistro experience in Tribeca, known for its lively atmosphere and expertly crafted dishes. The menu features classics like dry-aged ribeye and duck frites, alongside standout items such as their highly praised chicken and 'cloud eggs'. While the food is generally considered excellent, some diners find it to be on the pricier side.
Frenchette serves French bistro fare, with particular acclaim for its chicken and duck frites. Dishes like the dry-aged ribeye and 'cloud eggs' (brouillade) are also frequently recommended. While most reviews are positive, a few mention that the food can be overpriced or has not met expectations.
"Highly recommended dishes include the chicken (described as exceptional), duck frites, dry-aged ribeye, and the Paris-Brest dessert. The 'cloud eggs' (brouillade) are also noted as a must-try."
Customers generally praise the food and atmosphere, with many highlighting the chicken and duck frites as exceptional. However, some find the restaurant to be expensive and note a potential decline in quality or service over time.
Important Note
Some reviews suggest that Frenchette may have passed its peak or that quality and service have declined over time. Pricing is also frequently mentioned as being on the higher side.
"Frenchette was suggested as a great option for a non-steakhouse steak."
Positive"Frenchette was mentioned as a French restaurant option."
Positive"While not ordering asparagus often, the commenter recalls Frenchette having a nice white asparagus dish a year or two ago."
Positive"Frenchette is listed as a restaurant that is not difficult to get reservations for, making it a viable lunch option."
Positive"Frenchette is listed as a place that offers a martini and fries combination."
Positive"Frenchette received high marks for both its ambiance and food, with an A- rating for both."
Positive"Frenchette is listed as another French recommendation in the city."
Positive"Frenchette is highly recommended, being preferred over The Odeon."
Positive"Frenchette is recommended as a dining option."
Positive"Frenchette is recommended as a dining option."
Positive"The commenter has had great sweetbreads at Frenchette."
Positive"This user listed Frenchette as a suggestion for an upscale Italian restaurant or steakhouse."
Neutral"Frenchette is described as fantastic but expensive, and also crowded and touristy, making it less appealing than other options."
Negative"This user dislikes Frenchette, finding it too expensive for what it offers, but would still choose it over Crown Shy."
Negative"Frenchette is recommended over Crown Shy."
Positive"The commenter suggests Frenchette for lunch."
Positive"The commenter recommends Frenchette over Crown Shy."
Positive"While Frenchette and Crown Shy were both good, Frenchette was considered more memorable, and this commenter would return there before Crown Shy."
Positive"Frenchette and Crown Shy are both considered good but pricey options that have declined since opening; the choice depends on personal food preferences."
Neutral"The original poster is considering Frenchette for brunch."
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