Jules Bistro
(212) 420-0998
65 Saint Marks Pl
New York,
NY
10003
40.7281
-73.9864
Neighborhoods: East Village, Downtown
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The Scene
This inviting bistro has well-worn red leather banquets, scuffed woodwork and amber lighting--it feels like a culinary relic whisked directly from the Left Bank. Hunker down at the bar or at one of the cozy tables and let offerings from local jazz musicians put you in the mood.
The Food
Despite the surfeit of Manhattan bistros, Jules manages to stand out from the pack--the dishes are charming, well-executed and occasionally innovative. While standards, such as the brandy-laden onion-soup gratinee and the wonderfully crisp and buttery croque monsieur, are sure to please, the more unlikely offerings, such as creamy oxtail ravioli, bring full-bodied flavors to the bistro formula. Top it all off with an above-average creme brulee.
User Reviews
tamglup
February 14, 2009
We recommend that you pass this message on and do not go to Jules again. As a group of 4 African Americans we were provided a check that included gratuity on it (though the policy is such that this is only to happen with large parties). When I inquired, I was told that the waitress thought that we were "foreigners." To make matters worse, tables that had received the check around us (which were filled with non-people of color) did not have this amount placed on their check. We have eaten at Jules for years--and tipped generously--yet, we will never eat there again and encourage you to go to one of the many other delicious, and inclusive french bistros in the city.
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reallypicky
December 04, 2008
What can I say? I come to Jules maybe six times a year now because I have kids and live in midtown. I've spent my younger days eating all over St. Marks and the East Village and Jules is just one of those places that has kept the food, staff, music and all around vibe great and in tact. I love this place! These days I go more for brunch and I had a great meal there a few weeks ago, I even remember the band, "Lip Bone", an amazing jazz dude that plays horn...ahhh, without a horn. What more can you ask for? Great food, a decent wine list and they're even spotting great music for us. Oh_and if you go alone, just bring a copy of your favorite Henry Miller book...that will really complete the vibe. Hey whatever happened to Uri? The fantastic wigged out accordian player that played everything from Bach to Bond? See you there!
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PMelanie
November 07, 2008
This is a authentic French bistro with usual flavors but with good execution. Onion soup was delicious and also steak frites. Their wine selection is very good. It is packed with little accessories which may be too much strain on the eye, but it is comfortable. Service is OK
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What to Drink:
While Jules' beers are commonplace, the menu's wine list features reasonably priced selections from around the globe. If you want to drop some serious cash, ask for the "other" wine list, which contains some rare and expensive bottles.
Live Music:
Bands play 8:30pm to 11pm Sundays through Thursdays, 9:30pm to 12am on Friday and Saturday, and als during brunch.
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Restaurant Special Features:
Romantic Dining, Live Music, Brunch
