Le Bateau Ivre
| Address: | 230 E 51st St, New York, NY 10022, USA |
| Phone: | +1 212-583-0579 |
| Site: | lebateauivrenyc.com |
| Rating: | 4.1 |
| Working: | 11AM–4AM 11AM–4AM 11AM–4AM 11AM–4AM 11AM–4AM 11AM–4AM 11AM–4AM |
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A Private User
I went here in August, 2011 (mid-week). I walked in and they were able to seat me later that evening - I had foolishly decided not to set a reservation. The restaurant is small (seats maybe 35 from my recollection?), but well appointed with low lights. When we asked about a wine, not only did the restaurant send someone over to help us, but they even let us taste two different bottles. Note: If I recall correctly, the wine selection is organized by region of France - not varietal. Those who are used to picking on a simple Red & White list may quickly be overwhelmed. The food was delicious. I have never tasted a green pepper so full of flavor as the peppers that surrounded my entree. The entree was good. The french onion soup was very nice. But I distinctly remember the flavorful peppers. A waitress made sure our water glasses were full, and was almost too efficient - our glasses were never less than half full. Overall, it made for a really wonderful date restaurant. Bill for 2 with wine & generous tip around $140. The bathroom is tiny - but it is NYC.
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A Private User
My family came in from Toronto to celebrate a birthday. We were six. The service was poor but we were a happy and uncomplaining group until I found rusty metal pieces in my food! I brought this to the attention of SEBASTIEN, the Maitre d who said hed "take care of it." He never apologized nor did he remove the charge from our bill! I was sick for the next two days. When I telephoned to have him refund our part of the bill (which my husband foolishly paid), he said hed have his accountant, then another guy, Mikael, then Mme Radu (or Satou) refund my money. That never happened. With the abundance of many fine restaurants in that area of Manhattan, I strongly urge you to go elsewhere. I wish I consulted your review service before stepping into that place!
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Pasquale
Locale molto carino, consigliato per chi come noi era in cerca di cenare dopo le 23... sembra essere lunico in zona che lo permette. Cameriera molto gentile e disponibile, carni di ottima qualità e ben cucinate. 4 stelle solo perché è un po troppo caro, anche se nella media del costo della vita di questa città. Consigliato
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A Private User
DONT GO THERE UNLESS YOU WANNA BE OVERCHARGED!!! I went with a group of friends for wine and tried to pay the bill with my card, but the waiter said it was declined. My friend then paid with his card and gave him a 18% tip. Next day I checked my bank statement and they had swiped my card twice, meaning that they charged me the first time but only gave me the receipt saying declined from the second time they swiped. My friend then checked his statement and not only they had charged him but actually put an extra dollars! We ended up paying more than double and had to spend a lot of time in phone calls to fix all this mess!
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Yulia S
Apparently the owner of the establishment does not care much about its clientele as he refused to lower the volume of the music that was playing extremely loud. This place has a lot to learn about respect. As far as food is concerned, it was way too salty. I would not recommend this French restaurant. There are plenty of alternatives within a walking distance.
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Kelly Jones
Well known as a wine bar, this small, friendly boite consistently serves up the most authentic bistro fare in NY. The duck confit was perfectly done on my first visit, so I followed up on weekly visits with poulet roti, steak frites, steak tartare, along with their delicious appetizers and deserts. From a fan of French bistros, this ranks number one. Enjoy!
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A Private User
This use to be one of my favorite places and it has completely gone downhill. They treated us like dirt - made us pay for an expensive spoiled seafood dish, lectured us in front of other clients, forgot to bring one of our drinks and appetizers ... they are rude and arrogant - soooo disappointed. They spoiled our evening! I will never go back there again!
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Nick Clarke
Went again after a too expensive Italian dinner around the corner and was kicking myself for not spending all that money here on a better bottle and just plain tasty food. Fantastic in all key dimensions, ambiance, food, wine... cant wait to introduce another person to this establishment.
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Jana Sebestyen
My favorite little French restaurant in the city. I try to go every time Im in Manhattan. They do a wonderful brunch and have a quaint wine tasting. Staff very friendly, many speak French, and the food is quite delicious. Great wine selection too
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Allison Wermager
Iphone was stolen while I ate diner at the bar. Staff were not helpful. They said the surveillance tape did not have my phone in it. Seemed very sketchy. The place was empty and they said the guy who had been sitting next to me was a regular client.
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Eugene Bidchenco
Asked the manager to lower the salsa music they were blasting super loud, to which he made it even louder. Ruined my date because we could not out scream the music. At least their cooks enjoyed it as they were bopping their heads to it.
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Philippe Aufort
Such a good place. Try "les escargots à la bourguignonne" and " la tarte tatin" (ask creme frache with it, its rare in NY to have this possibility. Maybe the 10th time that I go here.
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Jonathan Lobb
Jadore Le Bateau Ivre!! One of my favorite spots in all of Manhattan, cozy, warm, exceptional food, brilliant service. I never fail to find myself in Le Bateau Ivre when Im in NYC.
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A Private User
Ive eaten here twice now and both times the food was delicious and perfectly prepared. The service was very slightly supercilious but very attentive and quick. Highly recommended.
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A Private User
Service is great, everyone is so friendly and professional, great food, excellent wine selection. I highly recommend it. atmosphere is nice as well. kitchen is open till 4.
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Glenn Chenier
Very good experience. Accommodated gluten free requests without any problems. Foie gras, cassoulet, and duck leg were all delicious. Service was perfect.
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Aaron Tellier
Probably my favorite romantic restaurant in NY. Great French food, especially the escargots and mussels. Plus, their wine tasting offering is fantastic.
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Patrick Poyser
Cozy French bistro with an outstanding wine selection. You cant go wrong on the menu and food is served until 4am daily. The brunch is also stellar.
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Guy Griscom
Slightly pretentious French Bistro type spot with excellent Croque Monsieur and Soup à LOnion. Open late which almost makes up for pretentiousness.
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Tom Brander
Nice spot in the ground floor of the Pod hotel. Good wine selection and good people watching both in restaurant and on the street..
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Edna Ambundo
A favorite for French food when I am in the city. It is a small (cozy) unpretentious restaurant with good food, wine and service.
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Carlos Batista
Service is excellent, the wine selection is pretty good, and overall the food is super appetizing. Highly recommended
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clémence Jollivet
Great food, very good wine selection in a great atmosphere... Would highly recommend for an evening to unwind and relax
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Bernard Lam
Great place for a night cap and some late night snacks. Cozy and comfortable space.
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Steve Furtick
Love the food, Foie gras, snails and the steak! Good wine list as well!
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Shamit Khemka
Alway the best for charcuterie and fromages plate with French wine
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Steve Schroeder
Jazz brunch! Tolerated my toddler daughter well too. Thanks
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William Richey
One of our favorite places when in NYC!
