10/10/08

I think I'm in Love

by THow57

I cannot say enough good things about my dining experience at the A.O.C. And I say "experience" because it was more than just the amazing food - it was the flawless service, the perfect lighting, the fabulous seating...

Our staff provided the best service I've had in....gosh, maybe forever!!! That person floated in and out, always attentive, but never interrupting or over bearing. Server made amazing suggestions and took on all of our special requests. The Soupe A L'oignon was to die for and I had the lamb chop whic was delicious.

I think I'm in love!

• Pros: ambiance,food,garden
• Cons: none

08/02/08

Great Garden Great Food

by pfshcoen

The enclosed garden provides a wonderful intimate setting. The menu is a bit overwhelming but the standard French fare was solid. Definitely try the hangar steak and shoot for cozying up in a corner of the garden.

• Pros: Garden, Service, Ambience
• Cons: No reservations for the garden

07/09/08

Great Breakfast

by wilder212

The great thing about this place is that it's not busy in the morning. Unlike places like Balthazar, you can enjoy your eggs in the peaceful garden or inside by the window without breaking the bank. My server was pleasant and my coffee cup was never empty. I recommend the french toast.

• Pros: garden, cute waitresses, quiet

04/02/08

Why put up with rude staff?

by nyctriple

Great location, and generic but ok bistro food but why bother when the staff are rude, sullen, have an attitude, and obviously don't enjoy what they do. Abrupt, ill-mannered, bordering on insolent. It's not the famous French personality - it's just got good enough. Why work in a restaurant when you aren't a people person?

• Pros: Location
• Cons: Staff rudeness

01/21/08

Great bistro food!

by foodyinnyc

Eating out in New York is tons of fun and every now and then one wishes for a fun place to eat and have a drink without thinking about the bill.

It has been 3 years since I first ate at this bistro and I find myself going back over and over again. OK, I'll admit it. I eat there 2 to 3 times a week. The food is astonishingly good value (try the mussels or even the tuna burger). They serve a solid, no nonsense breakfast until 4pm. I love the staff. Once they get to know you it is like family.

A fun, unpretencious place to eat. Great vibe too!

01/07/08

Great European Vibe

by mahogany629

My friends got cupcakes from Magnolia Bakery and we went to A.O.C. for coffee/tea. The ambiance was great. The waiter/waitress will not rush you out the door, they allow you time to sit and enjoy your company and the conversation.

• Pros: Great Ambiance and Service

09/02/07

Great food

by killblondes

Small intimate french place with a calming atmosphere, excellent service and food. A good place for couples or small groups of friends (no more than three). It is a bit on the small side but not cramped.

• Pros: food and service

07/06/07

Great food, friendly bar staff

by bphilipnyc

If you can eat beef, try the hanger steak. The burgers are also very good. I agree that bottles are more worthwhile, though they usually serve Hoegaarden and other beers on tap. There are many restaurants to choose from in this area, though AOC really has great service and food.

07/03/07

Ok Ambiance, but EXCELLENT FOOD

by gingerrogers

I was at AOC earlier tonight when outing with two of my friends. The decoration is lovely but the music was fairly American, country songs that does not remind me a bit of Paris or Europe. The food was most excellent, I ordered the endive salad and the vegetable risotto, the salad was so big that I didn't get a chance to finish the risotto, which was nonetheless possibly the best I've ever had. Oh, and they also have a VERY cute bartender, I am only 17 so I didn't go to the bar, but one more reason for going.

• Pros: Food, eye candy, location
• Cons: Mediocre service

05/14/07

never been but saw it from street and it looks nice.

by carlosaraujojr

the place looked way cool when i walked by it in the west village. I got a menu to go and here we are leaving my mark so i can go back and visit the place for food.