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La Grenouille

3 E 52nd St, New York, NY | Map it  

10022 40.759749 -73.976191

(212) 752-1495 | View Website

  • Hours

    Lunch and Dinner Tuesday through Saturday Lunch is 12:00-2:30 Theater is 5:00-6:00 and after 9:30 Dinner is 5:00-10:30
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Still sparkling after all these years: a classic French doyenne for romantic occasions and sumptuous food.

Features

Neighborhoods:
Midtown, Midtown Center
Price:
$$$$
Cuisine:
French
Categories:
Restaurants

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Restaurant Special Features:
Fireplace, Group Dining, Notable Wine List, Special Occasion Dining, Private Rooms, Theater District Dining, Quiet, Prix Fixe Menu, Romantic Dining
Payment Methods:
MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Diners Club

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Review Highlights

ambiance
100%
“the fresh flowers all over the place gives a noticeable and romantic ambiance.”
dessert
91%
“it has a limited selection, my wife a plate of mixed cold appetizer which was very nice i had a salad,she had the calves liver very tender and flavorfull i had the cod which was vey good all the different flavors melding perfectly for dessert we had one o”
drinks
100%
“The wine we had was excellent and the service was impeccable.”
food quality
88%
“The menu is expensive, but the food is worth it!”
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menu variety
73%
“The menu is expensive, but the food is worth it!”
overall
100%
“It is a great place to have a special occassion, or merely, a romantic evening.”
service
91%
“The staff is very attentive and welcoming, and the waiters dance around you like their lives depend on it.”
value
42%
“The place is beautiful, very good food, and the prices are surprisingly not expensive for this kind of restaurant.” View Less

Reviews for La Grenouille

soccerlord88

Member since Jan, 2010 View Profile
1Review
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Joined 2 years ago
1.0
January 12, 2010

Poor Service, Poor Staff. I would recommend another location. There are several other French Restaurants with staff and managers who are attentive and not full of themselves.

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blades

Member since Aug, 2005 View Profile
12Reviews
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Joined 7 years ago
5.0
September 21, 2009

What An Event!. Had reservations at 9pm on a Saturday. Usually, I don't eat this late but that was the only time available. It was my 1 year wedding anniversary so it was worth the wait. When I arrived, I had to wait about 10 mins or so. I was placed at the very first table on the left, near bar. Wasn't ideal as I wanted something in the back but took what was available. The menu was fairly small. We picked the price fix at $89. Had great foie graus as appetizer. Melted in my mouth! Main course was the lobster and monkfish. Not the best lobster I ever had but was very good. Was made in a light cream pea sauce. Had frog legs for the very first time and it was amazing!! great seasoning, light (italian style). My wife ordered a salad. Was very surprised on the portion. Huge! for a salad and very tasty. She ordered the steak. Wasn't impressed really. Too chewy. The portions overall are very small (as all French food is served) so I was expecting small portions. Don't come here starving. Eat a late lunch at least or a snack prior. Wasn't crazy about the dessert. Ordered just ice cream. Couldn't do the cake/pasteries. I ate too much bread! The little breads they give you are very declious! The service was right on. This is definitely a place to bring your wife or girlfriend for a romantic nite. The restaurant seemed more cater to bigger crowds as a lot of the tables were made for groups of 6 or more. Much older crowd (I think me and my wife were the youngest). Very classy, elegant. My only complaint was that it was a bit stuffy in there. Elbow touching close! A little too close for my taste. That was the table I was in. At least no one on the other side, just a mirrored wall. I wish we could of sat towards the back but it was late and I was hungry so I was not going to be picky. Overall, great atmosphere. Very pricey so won't expect to come back here for quite some time! Also, be prepared to double tip! Waiter and Captain. If you are looking for romance and want to really take your time eating and don't mind spending a lot of money, this is your place! Average guys like me can't afford it but for a special occasion, it's worth it!

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boblablah

Member since Sep, 2008 View Profile
25Reviews
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Joined 4 years ago
5.0
September 09, 2009

date spot. no doubtt one of the most romantic spots in nyc. i have gone with gfs and now with my fiance. i love it here and would recomend to anyone looking to woo.

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Bridgetann

Member since Apr, 2009 View Profile
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Joined 3 years ago
5.0
September 09, 2009

Delicious food and amazing service!!. La Grenouille is one of my favorite restaurants in the city!! I have not been there in a while so my boyfriend and I decided to go last night for dinner. The entire experience was amazing. The staff really knows how to make you feel special. I had the split pea soup and the cheese soufflé and both were delicious. I need to remind myself to come here more often!!!

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ooie

Member since Dec, 2008 View Profile
28Reviews
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Joined 4 years ago
3.0
September 09, 2009

very good french food.. I was very impressed with the day special. Would like to go back and try the rest of the menu.

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