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La Villette
Chef Christophe Bonnegrace will delight you with French classics, taking you on a journey through Provence and reflecting the surrounding coastal Mediterranean flavors, including the chef’s and owner’s family recipes. The atmosphere is 1920s Parisian Brasserie with original décor from the period; designed and built by hand by owner Angelo Peruzzi who grew up in France.
The 74-seat dining room is wrapped by 21 French doors that provide panoramic views of the neighborhood and 59-seat sidewalk café. The bar features one of the largest seamless pewter countertops in the country and warm custom backlighting fabricated by the owners. The triangular shaped room and giant handmade mirror collages provide unique and wide views to every seat in the room while retaining an intimate feel. Guests dine on luxurious red leather banquettes and cushioned chairs while they listen to music programmed on one of the finest restaurant sound systems and room acoustics in the City.
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The 74-seat dining room is wrapped by 21 French doors that provide panoramic views of the neighborhood and 59-seat sidewalk café. The bar features one of the largest seamless pewter countertops in the country and warm custom backlighting fabricated by the owners. The triangular shaped room and giant handmade mirror collages provide unique and wide views to every seat in the room while retaining an intimate feel. Guests dine on luxurious red leather banquettes and cushioned chairs while they listen to music programmed on one of the finest restaurant sound systems and room acoustics in the City.
106 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Rating Breakdown 106 reviews
5 stars
(29)
4 stars
(46)
3 stars
(20)
2 stars
(8)
1 star
(3)
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(48)
- fit for foodies(32)
- great for outdoor dining(24)
- romantic(24)
- special occasion(23)
- good for groups(15)
La Villette Reviews List
Review 1 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Another great bistro
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Have been to La Vilette several times and this was my first time for brunch. On a nice day,the outside seating is lovely. Service is good, friendly and food does not disappoint. The baked pastries are okay and the waiter was kind enough to bring us a fourth. Only comment is that I love jam with my croissants and none to be found.Hardly a deal breaker!"
Dined on 6/09/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Decent place; nothing to rave about
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A friend and I decided to give this place a try for dinner. We arrived at 6:30; happy hour is until 8. Bizarrely the waiter (who was extremely nice) at first told us that we could not order happy hour drinks where we were sitting (outside) as they were only served at identical tables a few feet away from us (which was not the bar - I could have kind of understood that). As we were planning to order dinner too, this seemed really silly so he agreed to let us have happy hour drinks AND dinner. The cocktail was delicious; the food less so - overcooked, very large mussels and very oily fries many of which were extremely hard. Service was excellent though. I recommend this place for happy hour; if you're going to eat, avoid the mussels."
Dined on 5/29/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 3 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were outside, so there was a fair amont of traffic noise.
Everyone we met as we arrived was friendly. The food was excellent."
Dined on 5/22/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, great for lunch
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Review 4 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always Great!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We've dined at La Villette 5 or 6 times this year, and every dinner has been very enjoyable: wonderful food, prepared to perfection with fresh ingredients; service that is attentive, yet not overbearing; relaxed atmosphere; and acoustics that make conversations at the table easy on the ears. It's everything a restaurant should be; a true "neighborhood gem" that we travel far from our neighborhood to enjoy. Although I seldom eat dessert, I can't resist La Villette's "tarte aux pommes", it's better than any I had in France!"
Dined on 5/22/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We made a reservation through Opentable for 9:15 pm and were not seated until 10:30 pm!!! They did not give us enough information when we got there to even give us an idea that it would be this long of wait. Don't trust this restaurant when booking on opentable."
Dined on 5/18/2013
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Review 6 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was outstanding.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was outstanding. I had the Lapin(rabbit)which was a large portion of meat in a delicious and unusual very delicate mustard and olive sauce. My wife had the veal tenderloin which was cooked perfectly medium rare and presented on a bed of interesting vegetables in a delicious sauce. As an appetizer we shared the rillettes of duck and rabbit. In place of desert we had a cheese board which was beautifully presented with three cheeses and sliced pear and other fruit. Our waiter immediately noticed that one of the cheeses was not what we ordered and he swiftly came back with the missing cheese. Overall, our French waiter was very friendly and helpful and his support staff were also very efficient."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
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Review 7 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Kitchen needs help
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The room is very comfortable and well lit. The floor staff was polite and attentive; the kitchen needs help. With a half empty dining room it took 45 minutes for appetizers and another hour for entrees. Lobster and scallop tartare had raw scallops and cooked lobster. I asked why. The Chef (through the waiter) explained that the lobster "oxidizes quickly" and would actually be unsafe to serve as a tartare. Not actually true; just needs to be very fresh. A rabbit dish was overcooked to the point of being substantially inedible (The saddle shredded when I took a knife to it). A veal dish was unremarkable and arrived cold. Salad Nicoise and salmon dishes were well executed. Far better experiences are available for the same money nearby."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2011
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Review 8 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Splendid find. I've been there
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Splendid find. I've been there several times for lunch and dinner. Comfortable bistro, good service, delicious food. Taste of Paris on the edge of the Village."
Dined on 04/23/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 9 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great find! I will be back.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great find! I will be back. The bartender was fantastic as well!"
Dined on 04/21/2013
2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 10 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A real French bistro feel.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"La Villette had a real French bistro feel--and that was exactly what we were looking for. Food was very good--the main courses we had were filet mignon and salmon, plus we had appetizers/side orders of octopus, mushrooms, grilled peppers, and an excellent creme brulee. My friend and I had met in France and this place made us feel like we were almost in Paris again. (Plus there were a lot of French people there, always a good sign.)"
Dined on 04/19/2013
2012
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
food was inconsistent--portions
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"food was inconsistent--portions were small -ingredients could be better --tomatoes-for example-could become a neighborhood gem but foods to be the same quality ingredients as previous visits."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2003
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Review 12 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
French bistro style restaurant
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"French bistro style restaurant in an attractive room previously occupied by 10 Downing Street. Although our drink orders were taken quickly we waited 20 minutes for bread, even after asking for it, and the overall service was generally poor even though the restaurant was less than half occupied. I started with grilled octopus, which was fine. Main course was poulet, which was tasty but a very small portion, and spinach which was oversalted. My wife had the leeks, which were drenched in sauce and not particularly good, followed by the salmon which she enjoyed. Just 2 glasses of wine and no dessert or coffee but we still exceeded $100, which is no bargain. The music was too loud and the tables are pretty cramped. We are not rushing to go back"
Dined on 04/01/2013
2009
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Review 13 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Enjoyed the experience. The
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Enjoyed the experience. The music in the place is excellent."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2008
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Review 14 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
WE had a great meal in a great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"WE had a great meal in a great atmosphere!"
Dined on 03/31/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A beautiful restaurant that
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A beautiful restaurant that has nice space around each table, which is a bit rare in NYC. I was there to catch up with a friend, and the setting was perfect."
Dined on 03/21/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 16 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
went for lunch; quiet; fair
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"went for lunch; quiet; fair service; had to wait longer than expected for food; asked for a refill of coffee and was charged for it.....
would not go back....."
would not go back....."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2006
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Review 17 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Lovely place. Authentic French.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Lovely place. Authentic French. Delicious and delightful"
Dined on 03/21/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 18 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We were delighted with La
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were delighted with La Villette. It's not Paris, but it's got the Parisian charm and a very good (although not extensive) menu. The leek appetizer was outstanding, as was the lobster and escargot (yes!) vol au vent. The entrecote main course was bigger and better than what you'd normally get in a French bistro, and the accompanying herbed butter and two sauces were overkill. A veal tenderloin steak with mushrooms was also fine. Prices are reasonable, given the quality. The service is exceptionally attentive and warm."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 19 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My wife and I visited on a
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My wife and I visited on a recent "day in the city," and enjoyed our restaurant choice, and having chosen based on previous reviews. It was a popular spot at 7:15 on a Saturday evening, tables mostly filled with a good energy in the room. The wait staff was good, and helped us decide on our order. Overall the food was prepared and presented well, definitely with a French flare for creme sauces, butters, and cheese. We were in the mood to re-experience some fond memories of a trip to France, and felt like for a couple hours, we did."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 20 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
La Villette, tres bien!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I am so happy that La Villette opened up in my neighborhood. Finally I have a spot that has GREAT food, GREAT booze and a GREAT ambiance. It's hard to find a place like this that's not $32 for a scoop of raw tuna.
Insider info: their baguette is from a French patisserie. Aka. It's a real baguette."
Dined on 03/18/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 21 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Whatever you do get the Apple
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Whatever you do get the Apple Tart! This place is a great neighborhood gem. I do wish they had a better wine list, but the food was delicious indeed. I would definitely return."
Dined on 03/19/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 22 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A new offering in the West
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A new offering in the West Village. Well worth the visit when visiting the neighborhood. Would recommend to my friends..."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 23 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Cute spot but awful service,average
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Cute spot but awful service,average food - liked it better when it was 10 Downing
food was almost inedibly salty, cold entrees
They did seat us on time and were very friendly"
food was almost inedibly salty, cold entrees
They did seat us on time and were very friendly"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2006
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Review 24 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A French Gem in the Village
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"La Villette is a true French bistro, simple and elegant. The menue reflects the taste of the owners, good French home cooking brought to a restaurant level. Musts on the menu is the beef tartare, rabbit and veal to mention a few. Excellent wine list and great bartenders who will whip up one of the signature drinks or your personal favorite."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2012
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 25 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Needed addition to the neighborhood
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Well done! It's an impressive crowd with owners that ensure all guests feel at home. Great food and an atmosphere that really energizes you. I can't wait for their patio to open!"
Dined on 03/08/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot
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Review 26 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We had reservations for 8:30
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had reservations for 8:30 and didn't get seated until 9:15. They kept apologizing but didn't make any effort to make us comfortable. The least they could do was offer us a drink from the bar free of charge. The food was good but the service was really atrocious. It took us forever to even get menus let alone bread when we were already starving.
Then when we just wanted to leave it took forever to get the check. Very disappointing for the ridiculous price we paid."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2012
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Review 27 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Perfect lunch spot in Village
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Lovely room; very appropriate staff; excellent prix fixe lunch; place where one can have a serious conversation.
Dinner is very good as well. A great addition to the neighborhood."
Dinner is very good as well. A great addition to the neighborhood."
Dined on 03/05/2013
2009
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Review 28 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Loved the food , excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Loved the food , excellent service , owner was charming and waitstaff lovely. I'll be back!"
Dined on 03/03/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch
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Review 29 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Totally inconsistent. It's
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Totally inconsistent. It's hit or miss each time mostly with the entrees bombing. What a pity. It's a lovely setting."
Dined on 02/27/2013
2008
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Review 30 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
superb waitor and food in
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"superb waitor and food in addition to maitre'd!!!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2008
Special Features: romantic, hot spot
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Review 31 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Tried many many restaurants
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Tried many many restaurants in NY I loved this place.The food was excellent .The puff pastry tomato appetizer very light,the beef tartar excellent per my dinner companions.my soup great.My dinner L'entrecote was so good I was eating as slowly as possible to enjoy every bite.The fondant and tarte aux pommes (apple tart)you have to go and try.Succulent.Great courteous prompt and efficient service.Going again very soon."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2003
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, special occasion
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Review 32 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
French/Lebanese/American good mix
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"You must try the leeks vinaigrette as well as the organic chicken. Some dishes are spicy, just ask, other are just fine. The restaurant is very comfortable and well located; service is impecable. Food of all kinds and very good. And the restaurant is not over priced."
Dined on 02/21/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 33 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
A Frech Bistro is a welcome
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A Frech Bistro is a welcome addition to the neighborhood but they need to raise their game in the kitchen"
Dined on 02/22/2013
2006
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 34 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
actually better than good,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"actually better than good, but not exactly outstanding. the conscientious and personable French brothers who are the owners make improvements continuously, and I have no doubt that this will be soon an exceptional spot."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 35 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great bistro
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"This is bistro fare not haute cuisine and this will be your new favorite place. The decor very cool the room is curved so that you look out on a busy street without feeling anything other than an upbeat urban setting without the noise. Our table had a view of the Empire State Building. Management visible without being imposing. They really want this place to work and they talked to us after the meal about our experience. My cocktail La Villette vodka fruit basil balsamic was crisp and light. The tomato tart had a mustard undertone and the salmon was delicious and a good portion. The steak was flavorful. It's cliche but the flavors are layered and subtle. Price is reasonable if this is in your neighborhood you are lucky!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2011
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, scenic view
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Review 36 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
we were very happy with the
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"we were very happy with the whole experience,fantastic"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 37 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We've been living in the neighborho
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We've been living in the neighborhood for the past 10 years and have seen many restaurants come and go. Have now been to La Villette twice: The food has been consistent and delicious. The restaurant is very attractive and comfortable. Don't be put off if it's not packed with people...hopefully this place will catch on due to the excellent quality of food."
Dined on 02/18/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 38 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A great evening Christoff
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A great evening Christoff Bonnegrace made the difference with his wonderful choices,try his scallops ,rabbit and if you dare 2 deserts Creme Brûlée and Apple pie"
Dined on 02/11/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 39 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Not expecting a special, limited
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Not expecting a special, limited menu so at first we were upset. However, the choices were good and they were willing to make some small changes to accomodate us. Besides everything was simply delicious. We cannot wait to go back and order off of the full menu. We also had a wonderful, friendly waitress. A good wine by the glass list was also a plus."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 40 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Decent food, with good ambiance.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Decent food, with good ambiance. Service needs a little work. Would have been an outstanding experience but server messed up our order. We would go here again."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic
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Review 41 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Lacking something
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was amazing. Service was below average for this price range. Had a reservation for 9:00, wasn't seated until 9:10. Waited almost an hour after our appetizers for our main course to arrive. Inattentive service. Rude waiters pushing past people to rush out food because the floor design is terrible. But... romantic atmosphere, delicious food, and great wine."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
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Review 42 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent new restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"La Vilette is my favorite new restaurant. The food is delicious and reasonably priced--a great value. The service is gracious, too."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 43 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great food, awful service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was absolutely fantastic, service was awful. All tables around us had to complain to the host who ended up personally helping out. Our waiter didn't say more than 2 words to us all night."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2008
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Review 44 for La Villette
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
OVERPRICED AND MEDIOCRE RESTAURANT
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Extremely expensive! It was St. Valentin and that had a pre-fixed menù of 50$ But then I ended up paying 180$ in two!!!!I asked for 2 glasses of prosecco and the waiter made fun of me in front of my wife saying I should get champagne instead (20$ per glass instead of 10! Which at that point was embarassing).Food was mediocre with limited selection.The place has nothing special. Just a room facing the street with some French poster.I do not recommend this place. It is horrible."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2008
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Ratings-Only Reviews for La Villette
Based on the average of (62) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
11 out of 13 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic