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Restaurant Reviews for Cafe D' Alsace

Cafe D' Alsace

1695 2nd Ave
(Corner of 88th Street & 2nd Ave)
New York, NY 10128

Cafe D'Alsace features chef Philippe Roussel; previously at Chelsea Bar and Bistro and Montparnasse, is originally from Brittany, but he knows something about Alsace serving features such as his tarte flambée (onions and bacon), potée (cabbage soup) and choucroute made with pork or seafood. Also try something off our extravagant beer menu.

Dining Style: Casual Dining
Price: $31 to $50
Parking: Street Parking
Cross Street: 88th Street

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Average Diner Rating
Overall Rating		3.8 out of 5 (157 Reviews)

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

Summary of Special Features

Diners classify this restaurant as:

neighborhood gem (86)
fit for foodies (40)
notable wine list (20)
great for brunch (19)
romantic (18)
good for groups (16)
great for lunch (16)
special occasion (16)
great for outdoor dining (14)
kid-friendly (14)
hot spot (9)

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Cafe D' Alsace Reviews List

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"I could make a meal of the delicious appetizers alone: we loved the smoked fish platter and
the baked cheese puffs were amazingly good. Our waiter was friendly and attentive and the
sommelier was very helpful in choosing from the large selection of beers. We'll be back for more."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/16/2010

(review submitted 03/18/2010)

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Review 2 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"Not bad, not good. Overrated. Poor service."

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Poor)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/15/2010

(review submitted 03/17/2010)

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Review 3 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"While the food was OK (the house burger is fine but nothing to write home about and the small choucroute was as promised--the reason I made the reservation along with the fact that they serve until 11;00pm), the service was not in proportion to the bill (about $75 for two including tax and tip). It seemed as if no one was responsible to take care of us, water was not refilled, our drinks took too long in delivery (at 10:15pm it wasn't all that crowded). It was frustrating to see so many people working there but not getting adequate attention. There was a garbage-smell coming out of the kitchen that was unpleasant, and in general, no one seemed to care much about us; they were resetting empty tables and visiting. I'm never going back there."

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Fair)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/15/2010

(review submitted 03/17/2010)

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Review 4 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"This resturant serves simple and elegant food that is full of flavor. The service is incredibly fast, and the servers are polite and attentive. It is a GEM on the UES."

Special Features: neighborhood gem

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/13/2010

(review submitted 03/15/2010)

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Review 5 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"First time here, so I opted for the prix fixe, very reasonable at $35. Food was consistently fantastic, from appetizer through dessert. Service was attentive - we never had to wait to order, receive our next course, or get the check, the water was always refilled, and our waiter checked in occasionally but not too much. The place is a bit crowded and noisy, but that's about the only complaint. I will definitely go back."

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/11/2010

(review submitted 03/13/2010)

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Review 6 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Hearty and amazing food, always hits the spot. Baeckoffe and cassoulet are awesome. An excellent beer selection, and the beer sommelier is a definite plus, though the waiters are often very knowledgeable. Solid for brunch. Will keep coming back for more."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 03/05/2010

(review submitted 03/05/2010)

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Review 7 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Very attentive and professional"

Special Features: late-night find, notable wine list, romantic

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/26/2010

(review submitted 03/01/2010)

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Review 8 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"We visited Cafe D'Alsace based on the recommendation of a friend. We were not disappointed. It was busy on Saturday night and it had been worth booking in advance. We arrived a little early and sat at the bar to enjoy a pre-dinner drink. The atmosphere was fairly noisy but fun. Our table was ready on time and, despite the crowds, service was attentive. The dessert was delicious. We'll definitely be back."

Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/26/2010

(review submitted 03/01/2010)

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Review 9 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"A real neighborhood gem. Outstanding beer and wine lists and the food as always was terrific. A Paris brasserie in my neighborhood. What could be better?"

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/27/2010

(review submitted 03/01/2010)

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Review 10 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Excellent food - especially for wintertime: the short ribs and the duck were first rate. Fantatstic beer list and some excellent harde cider. Friendly and professional staff."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/16/2010

(review submitted 02/18/2010)

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Review 11 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"The tables were extremely close together and it was very noisy. The food was very good but we had a very rude couple next to our table of four. They were very loud, commenting on our dinner choices, making comments that we probably all work in the financial district(which we don't)and commenting on two of our dinner choices being veal. My son finally asked them to stop being so rude and they just kept it up totally ruining our first time dining experience at Cafe D'Alsace. Two of our sons and their girlfriends both just recently moved to that neighborhood and because of those other patrons we will probably never return to cafe D'Alsace. thank you"

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/12/2010

(review submitted 02/15/2010)

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Review 12 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"thanks to the LXTV website we found you.....this was great...perfect meal and atmosphere......service excellent....great beer selections and wine....menu was perfect...we can't wait to go back again......a true french bistro......yummy steak frites and juicy mussels....try it...you will not be sorry......next time we will have the burger....hear that is a winner too....."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/13/2010

(review submitted 02/15/2010)

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Review 13 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The food is consistently good, the wine list by the glass imaginative, the menu varied and challenging (which of these goodies to order?) and there is a definite French bistro atmosphere."

Special Features: neighborhood gem

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/07/2010

(review submitted 02/09/2010)

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Review 14 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"A great place to find on the upper west side. The staff was friendly, the food very good and the wine by the glass in a moderate range. Would definitely return."

Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/05/2010

(review submitted 02/07/2010)

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Review 15 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Went there for restaurant and got a great deal with the prix fixe at $35. Amazing steack tartare, followed by a great fish and good chocolate cake. Next time I need to try the choucroute."

Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, notable wine list, hot spot

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/05/2010

(review submitted 02/07/2010)

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Review 16 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Good)

"I was there for restaurant week. The food was good, but not excellent. Although, I don't know if I can expect anything more then good during restaurant week. The portions were outrageously large. I finished 1/3 - 1/2 of each course. (I am a petite woman, so regular-large sized person could probably eat more). I felt terrible for wasting the food, and I couldn't take the leftover's with me since I was going out afterwards."

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/05/2010

(review submitted 02/07/2010)

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Review 17 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Very cute place and the food was good"

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/04/2010

(review submitted 02/06/2010)

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Review 18 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"We had already been to Cafe D'Alsace once and it really wasn't bad so we decided to go back. This time it wasn't as great.
Our reservation was at 8:30 and we got there at 8:40. The hostess had already given our table away and when i asked why she replied rudely that we were 10 minutes late and that they were busy. I then told her that everywhere in NYC they give a 15 mins courtesy gap before giving the table away and that I don't understand why i had to make reservations if our table was going to be given away anyway.
The overall service wasn't good.It felt like the waiters were more busy talking to the bar tender than taking care of us.
The food was way better last time we had gone. This time everything was really bland."

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/04/2010

(review submitted 02/06/2010)

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Review 19 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"I moved to the Upper East Side a little less than a year ago and have had my eye on Café D'Alsace since then. I'm so glad I finally made it because the food was incredible; I've never had mussels prepared that way! I was literally blown away by the quality of the dish. Thank you so much for such an incredible evening of food!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/03/2010

(review submitted 02/05/2010)

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Review 20 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"very comfortable ambiance, very friendly maitre'd, most delightful very professional waiter, food generally ok, BUT -- avoid the duck terrine, which should have been called a "salt terrine" (though soft and not crunchy as in raw salt crystals)with absolutely no hint that "duck" was what the salt was riding on!"

Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 02/01/2010

(review submitted 02/03/2010)

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Review 21 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Had a wonderful dinner at Cafe Alsace. The recommended Alsace wine was superb, the Tarte Flambe was very good, the braised short rib with mashed potatoes was excellent (what was in those potatoes??..they were superb), wienerschnitzel was very good. Service very friendly and attentive. Ambience similar to the Parisian Bistros near where we lived in Paris, but definitely nicer decor. Overall a great experience."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/30/2010

(review submitted 02/02/2010)

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Review 22 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The gnocchi appetizer with Gruyere cheese and the chocolate cake with pistachio ice cream was absolutely amazing. The design of the place has a very French feel. Lots of unique dishes to try - it's worth the trip to the Upper East Side."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/31/2010

(review submitted 02/02/2010)

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Review 23 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Great neighborhood dining spot. Very good food, prepared with care and style and served with a friendly smile. A bit on the noisy side but worth this minor distraction."

Special Features: neighborhood gem, hot spot

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/29/2010

(review submitted 01/31/2010)

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Review 24 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"I love the varied and well-priced menu. The restaurant itself is a bit loud and cramped, though, and our waiter got a little too engaged in conversation about football with the patrons at the next table at the expense of being reasonably attentive to us. But overall a good experience; I look forward to going back."

Special Features: neighborhood gem

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/23/2010

(review submitted 01/30/2010)

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Review 25 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"excellent-- always a delicious meal and good time. One of my favorites on the upper east side."

Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/23/2010

(review submitted 01/29/2010)

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Review 26 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"I wish I had this restaurant in my neighborhood."

Special Features: neighborhood gem

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/26/2010

(review submitted 01/29/2010)

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Review 27 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Good)

"I enjoyed the very large selection of beers."

Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/25/2010

(review submitted 01/29/2010)

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Review 28 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Good)

"The food was great but the only issue was the waiter kept coming back to ask if we wanted to dessert when we told him twice we wanted to finish our wine. We felt rushed. I had eaten there many times and never felt rushed before. It wasn't that busy plus it was around 9.30 at night so there was no reason to keep coming back to the table."

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/20/2010

(review submitted 01/22/2010)

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Review 29 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"we loved it. been there before and will be there again."

Special Features: neighborhood gem

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/20/2010

(review submitted 01/22/2010)

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Review 30 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Food was excellent. Service was very good, but seating was cramped when it seemed unecessary. We were squeezed right up against the hostess stand when there were other tables available. It made for a louder experience than expected."

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/16/2010

(review submitted 01/18/2010)

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Review 31 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Restaurant is too loud. Cramped tables. I wish I would have gone elsewhere, though the food is good."

Special Features: kid-friendly

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Fair)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/16/2010

(review submitted 01/18/2010)

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Review 32 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Like being in a French brasserie, jovial atmosphere, all the brasserie specialties one who hope for (other than the luscious fried meunster that nearly killed me in Colmar), interesting beers and some real gems on the wine list if you got a big holiday bonus (1970 Chateau La Tour!). Can't remember when my foursome had so much fun at a new (to us) restaurant. Even the sauerkraut, while not as good as the stuff in Strasburg, is much better than most you'll find cis-Atlantic."

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/09/2010

(review submitted 01/11/2010)

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Review 33 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The steak frites was amazing, and the lychee bellini was by far the best tasting drink I've had."

Special Features: neighborhood gem

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/01/2010

(review submitted 01/07/2010)

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Review 34 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Everything ordered was wonderful from the Foie Gras to the french onion soup to the venison. One thing was better than the next. Celebrated New Years Eve with friends from DC and they also loved it."

Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/31/2009

(review submitted 01/03/2010)

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Review 35 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"One of my guests is a German beer connaisseur and an expert who enjoyed describing the reason the food was a true recollection of the lively blend of both German with French and French with German. We sampled 7+ of the countries' historic beers going from crystall light to smoked hickory malts and rich sweet malts as they each arrived. The dinner portions are big and food is robust (German) but the variety of meats and arrngements is intense (French)..."

Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 01/01/2010

(review submitted 01/03/2010)

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Review 36 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Wonderful food and service, on a busy New Year's Eve. We will definitely return."

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/31/2009

(review submitted 01/02/2010)

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Review 37 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"The staff as well as the diners were most friendly. I was reluctant to go someplace so far out of my price range but it was worth it. Betsy"

Special Features: good for groups, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/31/2009

(review submitted 01/02/2010)

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Review 38 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Our Christmas Eve dinner at Cafe D'ALsace was wonderful. We had reservations at 7:45 and they sat us early. The beer menu was outstanding and had everything you could want. All the food selections we chose were fresh and delicious. Enjoy!"

Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/24/2009

(review submitted 12/26/2009)

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Review 39 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"first time tonite and we were very happy. Prix fixe includes many good items and we were very happy with all our choices. Service is great and pleasant...we will return."

Special Features: neighborhood gem

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/25/2009

(review submitted 12/25/2009)

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Review 40 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Service was lacking this evening which is usually not the case."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/18/2009

(review submitted 12/21/2009)

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Review 41 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Very good and varied menu. Something for everyone and all served with attentive and friendly service."

Special Features: neighborhood gem

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/11/2009

(review submitted 12/13/2009)

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Review 42 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Good)

"The Alsatian menu was new to me. The food was good, but really heavier than I prefer. The place was very pleasant and service very helpful."

Special Features: neighborhood gem

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/08/2009

(review submitted 12/11/2009)

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Review 43 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Great food -- one of us had choucroute, the other cassolet -- authentic French flavors, extremely well prepared. Chef makes his own sausages -- duck sausage in the cassolet was excellent. Warm bistro atmosphere and although it was a bit noisy, we could still hear each other talk across the table -- not always possible in NY."

Special Features: neighborhood gem

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/05/2009

(review submitted 12/08/2009)

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Review 44 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Were seated in the corner, great location. Opening time reservations meant it wasn't crowded, but it was full when we left. Food was outstanding. Petite choucroute garnie and weinerschnitzel. Appetizers of country sausage (1), lentil soup, and bibb lettuce salad. Vinaigrette was perfect and drizzled, not drenched. Bread and butter, very high quality. Wine by the glass - Alsatian riesling - perfect dryness and complement to our food. Dessert a chocolate tart w/ caramel ice cream - beautiful and a perfect ending to a meal with a double espresso - properly priced, not twice a single. Service was perfectly attentive not hovering. A must return."

Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/06/2009

(review submitted 12/08/2009)

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Review 45 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Good)

"The food is not very authentic French/Alsace. Had too high expectations especially on the Tart Flambert that I just love but that was not even close to the original unfortunately. Not very good wines by the glass; the Riesling was not good at least."

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/04/2009

(review submitted 12/08/2009)

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Review 46 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"Really good food, amazing value, terrific service at the bar. Great selection of Alcasian beers."

Special Features: neighborhood gem

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 12/04/2009

(review submitted 12/07/2009)

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Review 47 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"This was my third Thanksgiving @ d'Alsace and hopefully not the last!"

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/26/2009

(review submitted 12/05/2009)

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Review 48 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Good)

"It was Thanksgiving and bustling...a few families with small children. Nice enough out to take the screamers for a walk..though they didn't.

Reasonable prix fixte menu with good choices.

Ample portions..took food home from a T-day turkey plate for the first time ever!

Good sommelier...."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/26/2009

(review submitted 12/04/2009)

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Review 49 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Fair)

"Nothing special. Attempts to create different takes on old favorites fell short. Thanksgiving meal was a turkey!"

Food		(Fair)
Ambiance		(Fair)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/26/2009

(review submitted 12/04/2009)

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Review 50 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Love the food and ambiance however the service is terrible. I was a regular then had a bad experience with service and did not go back for a while and when I did decide to return for a trial I wasn't surprised at the service once again. As I mentioned the food and ambiance is great but the service is terrible. Our waitress didn't even come to our table once to ask if everything was okay. Being in the service business (marketing) I put my clients/customers on a pedestal and I would like the same experience when I go out with friends or even a client. I would never bring a client to this location – b/c they should be catered to and this place would not do that."

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Poor)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/21/2009

(review submitted 12/03/2009)

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Review 51 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"We went for the Thanksgiving prix fixe dinner - it was absolutely wonderfull. The service was great even though it was very busy. We will definately come back soon."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/26/2009

(review submitted 12/03/2009)

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Review 52 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Outstanding)

"Excellent. Appropriate for any occasion."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/23/2009

(review submitted 12/03/2009)

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Review 53 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"My best friend and I had Thanksgiving dinner at Café d'Alsace and it could not have been much more perfect. Okay we had trouble hearing each other but, since I am mobility impaired, I would not have given out our roomy corner booth. We both ate from the Prix Fixe menu and, it was so delicious that I can't wait to return and eat from the main menu. In all likelihood, I'll eat there many more times to come."

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

Food		(Outstanding)
Ambiance		(Outstanding)
Service		(Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/26/2009

(review submitted 12/02/2009)

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Review 54 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Good)

"Great Thanksgiving Day prix fixe!"

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/26/2009

(review submitted 12/02/2009)

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Review 55 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Good)

"First rate experience. Interesting menu choices; friendly service; reasonable prices; excellent and inventive desserts. No T.V., which was what is becoming an increasingly rare blessing."

Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic

Food		(Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/27/2009

(review submitted 12/02/2009)

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Review 56 for Cafe D' Alsace

Overall Rating

(Very Good)

"The food and service were amazing - $35 3-course prix fixe is an incredible steal. The only downside were the obnoxious complainers on both sides of our table. You forget you're on the UES sometimes, but these jerks reminded you of that fact."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user

who dined on 11/29/2009

(review submitted 12/01/2009)

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Overall Rating

(Very Good)

Food		(Very Good)
Ambiance		(Very Good)
Service		(Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level		(Energetic)

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