Natalia

Frenchette has a cozy vibe and truly feels French. The food was outstanding — honestly better than many Michelin-starred places I’ve tried. The duck was the absolute highlight, cooked to perfection, and I can’t wait to have it again. For dessert, we had the Paris-Brest with pistachio cream — such a creative twist and absolutely delicious! Service was warm and attentive, even though the restaurant was completely packed. I’ll definitely be back for both the duck and the dessert.

Angela Cheng

The steak and fish soup were outstanding. Usually the chicken is really good but it was a little dry tonight and not amazing. Cocktails were yummy but some are light so if you are looking for a drink drink, you might have to order one proper. We had a super early reservation so got to choose the table and the restaurant quickly filled up. Atmosphere was always nice and service was good (by US standards) I found the appetizers stronger than the mains with the exception of the steak. That I think is a must have. French fries to die for and mashed potatoes were just heavenly.

+1

Adam Chin

Been meaning to go here for years. Did not disappoint. Only had dessert and drinks but will def come back for dinner. Update: Went for Labor Day lunch and it was very good. We even saw a few celebrities like one of the OG Iron Chefs. Interested in trying the winter dinner menu.

+8

Alix Baudin

I just wanted to share that my family and I had an amazing experience here. My parents were visiting me in New York from France, and we stopped by for drinks at the bar. The bartender took such thoughtful and genuine care of us — it was truly exceptional. I’ve never experienced service like that in NYC! We were so impressed and wish we had gotten his name to thank him properly. Also, the eggs and bread with butter were absolutely delicious — and that’s saying something coming from a French family! Thank you, Frenchette and the bartender. We’ll definitely be back for dinner. The atmosphere was wonderful!

ReedH

We came here for dinner on a Wednesday and loved it! They serve wonderfully elevated French brasserie style food in a buzzy setting. We were surprised at how busy it was mid week but after sampling a few dishes I can see why. I started with a salt cod spread served with toast followed by the beef tartare - both excellent. My partner’s starter of pasta was also nice but felt it was a bit small for the price. But the sea bass she ordered was one of the stars of the night. Perfectly cooked and the fennel seed rub was simply amazing! The other star was the pistachio dessert which is a must order. I definitely look forward to a return visit!

+1

Lillian Yu

We enjoyed a great Sunday brunch here. The dining area was comfortable and not crowded, making for a relaxing experience. The food was delicious, and the dessert was outstanding! Prices are a bit higher than average, but it was a wonderful brunch!

Alison Pouw

absolutely love this not so hidden gem. the brunch is fantastic. the pancake is unreal. the whipped fish dip is insane. quiche is packed full of flavour. ambiance is a 10 and service is great. cocktails are also incredible. must check this spot out if you’re in the city.

The first appetizer had very little fish — it was mostly beets. The flavor was actually nice though, slightly sweet with yogurt, which worked well together. The second dish tasted good, but unfortunately a lot of the beef was extremely fatty to the point that it was hard to eat. I asked the server about it and was told that wasn’t something they could control, which I didn’t really understand. It wasn’t just a bit of fat — it felt like I was chewing pure fat at times, and trimming some of it would have made a big difference. The dessert at the end was really enjoyable — passion fruit flavored and easily my favorite part of the meal.

Frenchette is undeniably stylish and the food is very good—the bread and butter are legendary for a reason. However, it's incredibly popular and can get very loud and crowded, which takes away from the experience a bit. Service from Korra was great, but the noise level made it hard to have a conversation. Still a solid choice for French food, just be prepared for a bustling scene.

Danielle Kalikhman

3.5 We reserved a brunch. The food was ok, not something special and not worth the price. The pancake is big but not blow my mind, tastes like cake.

Naoto Sawaki

My impression is French fries. Absolutely delicious. Pancake was a little burnt. It seems like ok even tho it’s not burnt. Beef tartar was good especially good with fries. Service… well, I don’t know they know what a service is. They come to check in on you. They believe they’re offering good service, but they don’t truly understand what people really want.

Jess Row

Something is a little off about Frenchette. The question about a place like this is one of degree: there are dozens of French bistros in downtown Manhattan, so why choose one that has higher-than-average prices (including some stratospheric prices) and where it’s really hard to get a table? You expect to find a place where the food and the service are definitely up a notch from its competitors. And? Not quite. Our server was not just reserved but hostile, a parody of a French waiter dealing with uncouth Americans. The wine list was removed from the table before anyone asked if we wanted to order wine. There was a parade of little details like this that suggest to me the place is not getting enough feedback or oversight. The food was pretty great, but again, weird inconsistencies. The roast chicken, which is supposed to be the star, was mediocre with a dry breast (seriously?) The bouillabaisse was excellent, but fairly small for a $50 dish, with the aioli served on a single slice of baguette (why?) And the côte du boeuf, at $8 an ounce…you do the math. That’s an 8 oz portion for $64. It was good, but not THAT good. Basically? I was impressed but I wouldn’t go back, mostly because the waiter’s behavior was unacceptable—it would be anywhere but especially at a place like this. A bistro is supposed to be 100% fun and Frenchette isn’t.

Tamiko Ramirez

I’ve been wanting to come to this restaurant ever since @TheCarboholic from Instagram said that it has one of the best pancakes in NYC. The hype is for real. The pancake is amazing! Crisp edges and a light and fluffy interior. I also ordered a latte and a baguette with French butter. Everything was great. The staff is very friendly. The only thing I would advise to people when they’re coming to this restaurant is that it’s a bit pricey. I would definitely come back to try other items from the menu. Overall, this is a great restaurant.

+2

Kyana Ifill

Food is good but not good enough for this price point. There are plenty of brunch restaurants serving up good pancakes and what not. This price is ridiculous. Swordfish was okay. Bread was good but wasn’t warm. My bf really enjoyed the pancake but not my favorite. It’s a better version of the chez ma tante pancake. Omelette was good but small. The best thing we had were those fries by far. Don’t know how but perfect levels of crisp and salt, not one fry under salted or soggy. My sorrel lemonade did not taste or look like sorrel and was ridiculously priced. I’d go ONLY for the fries. I’m eager to try bubby’s nearby.

+1

While the pan-roasted skate wing was perfectly prepared and flavorful, other aspects of the evening were disappointing. The escargot in scrambled eggs lacked imagination and taste. Furthermore, the atmosphere was quite loud and raucous, reminiscent of a typical bar during happy hour rather than a refined dining establishment. The most significant letdown, however, was the glassware. For an establishment that lists wines at $400 a bottle, serving them in basic water glasses is inappropriate and detracts from the overall experience. I hope you find this feedback constructive as you look to maintain the quality of your service and presentation.

Had a pretty disappointing experience here for lunch. It took 15 minutes before our waitress came over. We ordered the oysters which were delicious and got steak frites. We ordered it medium rare but it came out well done. They politely took it back and the second steaks were cooked medium rare but the crust was burnt. The waitress was no where to be found the entire time and we had to flag her down from the bar area. We’ve been to other restaurants as part of this group and have had a great experience but this really missed the mark.