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Orsay
Designed by partner Jean Denoyer, Orsay strikes that difficult balance of sophisticated-chic in a warm convivial atmosphere. Dark mahogany raised paneled walls meet Art Nouveau styled arches in a deep, creamy butter color. The floor is a work of art, Italian mosaic tiles in warm tones of precious metals hand laid in a beautiful fan pattern that floats in waves across the expanse of floor. Banquettes with high wood backs topped with frosted glass panels provide privacy if wanted, and the low, soft lighting emanates from Art Nouveau period chandeliers that Denoyer had custom designed. A 20-foot long zinc-topped wood bar shipped in one piece from France, and French doors that spill onto the sidewalk terrace, completing the feeling that you are in the 9th arrondisement in Paris. This sophisticated and elegant Parisian-style brasserie marries modern French cuisine and classic brasserie fare. Orsay's award-winning wine list includes all 300 predominantly French and American varietals.
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193 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 193 reviews
5 stars
(52)
4 stars
(96)
3 stars
(35)
2 stars
(9)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(103)
- fit for foodies(64)
- special occasion(45)
- great for brunch(44)
- great for lunch(41)
- romantic(41)
Orsay Reviews List
Review 1 for Orsay
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Superb and beautiful ambiance- one of NYC best looking 'bistro type' in appearance. WEllserved and etremely pleasant front desk for reservations and overall spervision."
Dined on 02/20/2013
2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 2 for Orsay
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Orsay is a neighborhood hot spot. The crowd is chic upper east side and yet very comfortable. The food is excellent and the service might even be better. We have been going there more and more lately because they have been so nice to us and the food is consistent every time. Closest to being in Paris of almost all restaurants in NYC.
I highly recommend it. You will have a wonderful experience all around"
Dined on 02/12/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 3 for Orsay
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Orsay indeed is a great upper east side french cuisine. The ambiance is outstanding,great location! it is close to where I work.
Gemma Pescevich,RN
Lenox Hill Hospital"
Lenox Hill Hospital"
Dined on 02/06/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 4 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Dining Experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Wonderful food, service, and ambience. Very accommodating. Will surely return."
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 5 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was excellent. The waiter appeared once to ask us for our drink and food requests. Never saw him again. Missed 1/3 of the drink order. Could not get his attention. To say he was indifferent would be a euphemism."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 6 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We went on Mothers Day and were surprised that the restaurant wasn't too crowded - our service was attentive without being overbearing. We spent the first 20 minutes talking over wine with friends before we even looked at the menu. Never did our waitress make us feel rushed. The portions of food were perfect without feeling skimpy. We would go back."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 7 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Green beans
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We took the kids for a "fancy" dinner, and they had a great kids menu with more than the typical kid fare. Also sides are usually forgetable but the green beans were outstanding."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Famous but I wouldn't rave about it
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Orsay is an Upper East Side institution. I believe they used to call it Divorsay because it had such a vibrant pick up scene. But when we went it looked like a normal, not that special French restaurant. Maybe it was the mood I was in but it just didn't rock my world. If you want a good French meal that's pretty traditional invert traditionally French surroundings, then great. I would rather go somewhere else."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 9 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"There is a reason why they have been successful so long, and it is obvious after eating there again after not having been there for 10 years"
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Best neighborhood restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"And, worth a trip if you do not live nearby. One of NY best looking Paris bistros !"
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Always dependable. Escargot
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Always dependable. Escargot over cooked - would expect better from a well known French restaurant but not a deal breaker. We will continue to return!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2009
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Review 12 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food is good but the service
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food is good but the service is not excellent. It is overpriced, no doubts."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 13 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
From the moment we walked
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"From the moment we walked through the door we had an amazing experience. The food was spectacular. The service was professional and warm. We highly recommend this UES gem."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 14 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent, as always. We love
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent, as always. We love to come here ourselves and bring guests, who always love it also. The food, ambiance and service is always excellent."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 15 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service was slow but very
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Service was slow but very friendly"
Dined on 04/18/2013
2003
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 16 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food but NOISY
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was overall excellent, including the desserts, and service was great despite it being crowded. However, noise was TERRIBLE. It was the kind of place where you have to yell to talk to anyone across from you. Went with a party of 6 people. I could only hear the person sitting right next to me."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2007
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Review 17 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Awesome environment, very
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Awesome environment, very lively. Bright"
Dined on 04/14/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 18 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very good all around. Live
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very good all around. Live in neighborhood. Vast improvement since opening."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2005
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Review 19 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Experience!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Ended up here by accident (after giving up on Arlington Club, which kept us waiting in a horrible scrum of people for 30+ minutes past our reservation time), but was so glad we did. Our party of 5 received a warm welcome, and we were shown immediately to our table. The atmosphere is very authentic--it feels like you've stepped into France. Everything we tried was great--in particular the crab claws and the pistachio sausage appetizers, and the steak frites and cassoulet for the main course. Tasty desserts too, and good wines available by the glass or carafe. Will definitely return."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2002
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 20 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ok I'll share--Great Brunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very attentive staff who work together and seamlessly. They clearly care about your experience and work to get things right. The French Toast is yummy."
Dined on 04/07/2013
2010
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 21 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We were seated promptly on
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were seated promptly on time, and what is more, although we had an unexpected guest joining us, they happily accommodated our change from 2 to 3, which was very gracious and unexpected. Now the difficulties: almost none of the wait staff, other than the waiters themselves, speak English, which makes asking for ANYTHING very difficult. One of our party spoke Spanish and we were forced to use that for many requests. That shouldn't be in a French restaurant that prides itself on being authentic. I ordered poached eggs with a pork sausage, the eggs were cold and the sausage tasted very strange. I sent it back however and ordered Eggs Benedict which was wonderful. The other guests enjoyed their meals.Since it was Easter they did very well"
Dined on 03/31/2013
2009
Special Features: great for brunch, kid-friendly
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Review 22 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very accommodating, well priced
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very accommodating, well priced food and very interesting selections on the menu."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 23 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always a pleasure to be at
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Always a pleasure to be at Orsay with friends. The staff is excellent and courteous. The food is excellent."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2009
Special Features: great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 24 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 25 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Genuine French cuisine delight
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This restaurant effortlessly recreates a Parisian brasserie in New York City. The space feels authentic, staff spoke French, but the menu was in English, something you have to beg for in Paris. I enjoyed foie gras, duck a l'orange and a tarte tatin with a delicious crisp Sancerre. Yes it was pricey, but worth every cent. A marvelous place for a romantic dinner, or a family outing (if you are a wealthy family)."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 26 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great surprise. Excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great surprise. Excellent food, nice scene. Will return."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 27 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My friend's Birthday lunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My friend's Birthday lunch was a hit. The staff at Orsay were amazingly attentive from check-in, to our exit, which seemed rather grand with two maitre d's opening the double doors for us. Tasty mushroom soup, and her tuna tartare was abundant, lovely and quite delectable. The complimentary and celebratory plate of cookies...macarons, elephant ears, almond paste & coconut...such a sweet ending to a very nice Birthday, ladies' lunch out."
Dined on 03/14/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 28 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Comfortable, competent and charming
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We eat here often. It is consistently fine food, unpretentious cooking without the cuisine affectations that so many places fail to deliver. Great East Coast oysters, hanger steak (the cut the French eat) and a well constructed wine list. Just as good as you would hope for in a Bourgeois local brasserie in France."
Dined on 03/12/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 29 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Not a feast for the Ears
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had to rate this experience rather low for 3 reasons. First - they seated us and then seated another couple right next to us on a small two-top when all the tables in that run of maybe 10 tables was empty (as was the restaurant). We could not avoid hearing their conversation constantly. Second-the noise level was unbearable. When it became full-it was impossible to hear each other without speaking very close or very loud. Third-the duck, which was their sat. night special was dry and the skin was not crispy. My son's steak was very good, though, he said and the strawberry dessert was very nice. The restaurant also played no music...it would have been charming to have some some bistro Parisian type music playing in the background."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2003
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Review 30 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Really good French food!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Really great restaurant an their food although was not the best I ever had it was pretty authentic French. I had the Saturday special of duck a l'orange and it was good followed by strawberry vacherin which was so yummy. We sat on the enclosed terrace which was a nice spot and a bit quieter than the main dining room, but still energetic in feeling. Great place for some French food and outstanding staff to make everything enjoyable for you."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 31 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
In New York where there is
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"In New York where there is a large selection of Parisian bistros, surely Orsay is the most authentic. Try the cheese souffle for lunch, it is as close as you will get to France without hopping on a plane!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 32 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Both of us were delighted
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Both of us were delighted with what we ordered. I had the salmon tournedos with bernaise sauce on the side, grilled asparagus and a mesculin salad. My friend had the cod dish and also found it very flavorful. The wait staff was also very attentive. In the past we've had their scallops and also their steak. Very good as well."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 33 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
First time. Very well treated
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"First time. Very well treated by the maitre de initially, who also came by the table to check how we were doing. Very comforting."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2008
Special Features: late-night find, romantic, special occasion
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Review 34 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
reliably good food. love
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"reliably good food. love the veggie trolley as an entree."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 35 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food was great and the
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was great and the portions appropriate. We had a good evening. Two negative observations:
The osso bucco listed on the menu with polenta and "carrots" came with 4 little popcorn-sized carrot bits placed more for adornment than digestion. Together, they would fill a tablespoon. It was really quite silly.
The server, though attentive and a veteran, appeared distracted and bored; he didn't look people in the eye.
These are minor criticisms to an otherwise pleasant experience, but worthy of correction nevertheless."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 36 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always great!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent food and service! Try the pork chop, you will not be sorry."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 37 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
EXCELLENT
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Again we had a wonderful experience at Orsay. The staff was incredible, very knowledgeable and willing to go above and beyond to accommodate us. The food was impeccable and we've been dreaming of the bearnaise sauce ever since, it's by far the best we've ever had. Please try if you're in the mood for classic french food at it's best."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 38 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
If I go to the electric chair
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"If I go to the electric chair my last meal will be Tuna tare tare Japonise and the roast chicken. Perfection!"
Dined on 02/11/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 39 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Upper East Side Gem
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great restaurant, Great food, Great Time."
Dined on 02/06/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 40 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Maitre d whose name escapes
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Maitre d whose name escapes me is a true asset. His last name starts with H. Hamman? Something like that."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 41 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Solid choice
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good solid French Bistro. If you like that kind of thing. And I do.
Very nice service. Pleasant, charming servers, etc."
Very nice service. Pleasant, charming servers, etc."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2009
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Review 42 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I went on Super Bowl Sunday
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I went on Super Bowl Sunday so it was quite dead. It was nice the Fillet mignon was very good so was the hanger steak. For a French place I was extremely disappointed in the desert. I have been there before for brunch and if you ever decide to go there go for brunch. It is one of my favorite brunch places in the city. Don't bother going for dinner because brunch there is so much better."
Dined on 02/03/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch
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Review 43 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The service was horrible.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The service was horrible. We were seated and waited over a half hour and no one took our order. We kindly reminded the waiter who walked by us that we were ready to order and waited another 10 minutes, then we went to the hostess up front and asked if she could get someone to take our order. In a few minutes a manager came and took our order. The food was very good when it came, but we were in the restaurant over 2 hours for lunch."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2013
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Review 44 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The Saturday-night duck a
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The Saturday-night duck a l'orange is nicely done, but in general as French bistro food in Manhattan goes, I prefer Balthazar. Good selection of house wines by the glass."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2008
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Review 45 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This restaurant is my "go
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This restaurant is my "go to" place for lunch. Just happened upon it 5 years ago and come here every time I come to NY. Great staff, good food, nice ambience, interesting crowd, great wine ... What more could you want? Give it a try"
Dined on 01/31/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 46 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Came here for my father's
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Came here for my father's birthday and really enjoyed it. Got the restaurant week prix-fixe menu and the salmon was delicious. The waiter was great and had a good sense of humor."
Dined on 01/27/2013
2010
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 47 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food in a lovely art
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food in a lovely art nouveau setting that transports you to Paris."
Dined on 01/27/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 48 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very good restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I am a regular at this place. Decided to take a colleague for dinner here and he was impressed."
Dined on 01/22/2013
2005
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 49 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Pretty place. Menu was fine
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Pretty place. Menu was fine -- on the traditional side, for those that are looking for that (as we were) But the food was not at all special -- not bad, but not worth a return visit. And the service was inattentive and rushed. We had a group of 9. On the one hand, that can be a tough service task. On the other hand, we were all polite and in a festive mood, so a bit of attention would have gone a long way and earned a big tip. No such luck. I couldn't even get a coffee ordered. Finally, it was cold. The restaurant left its French doors to its outside (enclosed) patio open, and on a frigid day that means we felt the draft akl the w. Overall, it felt like place that needs an infusion of talent, or at a minimum, of caring."
Dined on 01/27/2013
2010
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Review 50 for Orsay
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
I booked this location based
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I booked this location based on its availablity for restaurant week, specifically dining on a Saturday night. When I got there, the menue indicated that the pre-fix menue was available every day but Saturday... not sure who to blame for this Open Table or Orsay. Dinner was ok, I had the duck, my guests had the fish and the chicken, all were full of flavor but you lost the taste of the actual item in the sauce. The wait staff was ok, not attentive but very professional. The place has a very noisy section, we sat near the window/outside dining area and we still heard the noise from the other side of the restaurant. We paid full price for the meal and it was not a treat."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2007
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