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Cafe d'Alsace

1695 2nd Ave
New York, NY 10128
Phone: (212) 722-5133
Cafe d'Alsace
Price:
$$$
Cross Street:
88th Street
Directions:
4, 5, 6 at 86th St
Hours:
Mon-Thu 11:30am-3:30pm, 5:30pm-11pm, Fri 11:30am-3:30pm, 5:30pm-12am, Sat 5:30pm-12am, Sun 5:30pm-10:30pm

Message from Cafe d'Alsace

Cafe d'Alsace

"Best French Bistro on the Upper East Side"

  • Celebrity Chef
  • Over 100 beers to choose from
  • "Best Steak & Frites in Nyc"

With Cafe d'Alsace, Simon Oren (Nice Matin, Marseille) brings his expertise in regional French dining to the Upper East Side. Chef Philippe Roussel (Montparnasse, Chelsea Bar and Bistro) interprets the cuisine of his father's native Alsace with a contemporary New York flair including harcuterie platter, foie gras terrine, a fine hanger steak and frites. Complementing the cuisine is one the city's most distinguished beer selections - including a dedicated beer sommelier to assist you in selecting the perfect lager, ale or bock to compliment to your meal.

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Editorial Review for Cafe d'Alsace – by Kiri Tannenbaum

The Scene
A roaring scene of grownups fills this mustard-colored dining room adorned with a seltzer bottle collection, vintage French beer ads and distressed mirrors reminiscent of a downtown brasserie. Neighborhood dwellers pack the place, happy that high-caliber dining doesn't require a cab ride.

The Food
The restaurant's namesake, Alsace, is the French region bordering Germany that favors hearty cuisine. Sharable starters include a warm, cheesy German potato salad, a pizza-like caramelized onion and bacon tart and a variety of sausages--veal, seafood and traditional pork. Entrees are no less formidable, including a large black kettle of choucroute garni--pork sausage, pork belly, and boudin blanc (veal and pork sausage) over a mound of satiating sauerkraut. Addicting fries and pesto spaetzle vie for attention even after the main course, though a grand finale of a cream-filled puff pastry with berries wins out.

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Insider Tips

What to Drink

The wine list boasts more than 400 bottles, ranging from $20 to $14,000; the well-educated sommelier can help you navigate it.

The Extras

Visit owner Simon Oren's popular West Village restaurant, Sushi Samba.

User Reviews for Cafe d'Alsace

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

05/07/2008 Posted by Ambiea

My boyfriend and I were looking for someplace local to go to dinner on a Friday night before joining our friends out. Some friends had recommended Cafe d'Alsace before, so we decided to check it out. The food was fantastic - I had the shrimp and scallops and my boyfriend had the bouillibase. Both were really yummy, and we finished it all! The drinks were great as well - they have an entire drink menu based on champagne pairings. I had the Lychee Bellini and some sort of Strawberry Bellini (that had mini strawberries floating around). My boyfriend went with two beer choices recommended by one of the waitors. We were thrilled with our entire experience! I'd highly recommend it!

Pros: Great Food, Amazing Drink Menu and Beer Menu

Cons: Can't think of any :)

3 Star Rating: Average

02/22/2008 Posted by kat7474

The place has great food & drinks. No question. But.. it's a little too crowded and way too noisy. You practically have to scream to have a conversation with someone in this place. Also, there is one particular waiter there, (has been there every time I've been there) who is consistently b*tchy and rude to everyone he encounters. Also not crazy about their 'sharing charge' of $5.00. It's ridiculous.

Pros: Great food & drinks

Cons: Too crowded, too noisy most of the time,

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Editor's Review

A bustling Alsatian brasserie nestled in the Upper East Side.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

What to Drink

The wine list boasts more than 400 bottles, ranging from $20 to $14,000; the well-educated sommelier can help you navigate it.

More Insider Tips

Restaurant Information

Notable Chef

  • Philippe Roussel

Parking

  • Street

Hours

  • Mon-Thu 11:30am-3:30pm, 5:30pm-11pm
  • Fri 11:30am-3:30pm, 5:30pm-12am
  • Sat 5:30pm-12am
  • Sun 5:30pm-10:30pm

Dress Code

  • Casual

Cuisines

  • German
  • French

Payment Types

  • MasterCard
  • American Express
  • Visa

Meal Price

  • $$$

Amenities

  • Notable Beer List
  • Online Reservations
  • Local Favorites
  • Date Spot
  • Dine at the Bar
  • Notable Wine List
  • People Watching
  • Group Dining
  • Brunch

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