Alsatian comfort food w/ a huge European beer list. Stellar croque madame & great brunch.
Will Hartman reviews Cafe D’Alsace, an Upper East Side institution offering a taste of French-German Alsatian cuisine, from hearty casseroles to a standout croque madame, complemented by a vast European beer selection. Perfect for casual dinners and brunch.
This Upper East Side institution, Cafe D'Alsace, has been serving a unique blend of French-German Alsatian cuisine for about twenty years. Known for its hearty dishes like lamb and oxtail casseroles and potato specialties with homemade sauerkraut, it also boasts an extensive European beer selection. The restaurant offers a classic bistro ambiance and is particularly favored for its brunch, with the croque madame being a highly recommended dish.
The restaurant specializes in French-German Alsatian cuisine, with patrons recommending dishes like the orange duck, beet salad with goat cheese, and French onion soup. The croque madame is frequently praised, as is the beef tartare. Some nostalgia exists for older locations, but the current spot is considered a good option for traditional fare.
"The croque madame is highlighted as a stellar dish, and other favorites include the orange duck, beet salad with goat cheese, and French onion soup."
Customers generally have a positive sentiment towards Cafe D'Alsace, highlighting its good food and value, especially during Restaurant Week.
Important Note
One commenter expressed nostalgia for an older location, noting that the new spot is not the same as the original corner establishment.
"Cafe d'Alsace was listed among other places as a breakfast suggestion."
Positive"The commenter notes that the new Cafe d’Alsace location is not the same as the original corner spot, expressing nostalgia for the old one."
Negative"Cafe d’Alsace is recommended as a dining option east of Lexington Avenue, providing more choices."
Positive"This user believes Cafe d’Alsace served the best beef tartare."
Positive"This user believes Cafe d’Alsace served the best beef tartare."
Positive"This user believes Cafe d’Alsace served the best beef tartare."
Positive"This user believes Cafe d’Alsace served the best beef tartare."
Positive"The user is looking for a place with good duck breast and intends to check out Cafe D'Alsace based on the positive review."
Neutral"The orange duck and beet salad with goat cheese were excellent at Cafe D'Alsace."
Positive"The user includes Cafe d Alsace in their list of recommendations for French onion soup."
Positive"The author lists Cafe d’Alsace on the UES as a recommended restaurant."
Positive"Expresses love for Cafe D'Alsace."
Positive"Recommends Cafe D'Alsace on the UES as "quite good" and notes they offer good Restaurant Week deals."
Positive"Cafe D’Alsace perhaps? It’s nice without being pretentious and not overly noisy."
Neutral"Good, and has menus for $40."
Positive
