
Au Cheval
Quick info
About Au Cheval
On Cortlandt Alley in New York, Au Cheval serves New American fare with leather booths and a zinc bar. The burger is a frequent order, often with bacon and egg added, and the Fried Chicken Sliders round out a menu of 103 dishes. Other recurring items include the French dip, the bologna sandwich, Korean wings, and a bacon mac and cheese, alongside bone marrow and fries, kale caesar salad, steak tartare, and steak frites. The restaurant opens daily and usually has a wait, with guests without a reservation sometimes seated at the bar. A basement portion adds further seating beyond the main room.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingPaid street parking · Difficult to find a space
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible seating · Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs available · Family friendly
Menu & Prices
103 dishes · mains $6–70- Chopped Chicken Liver *†$18.99
- Tenderloin Steak Tartare *†$29.99
- Roasted Marrow Bones$31.99
- General Jane’s Honey-Fried Chicken$29.99
- Fried Chicken Sliders$19.99
- Crispy Fries With Mornay Sauce *†$18.99
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention burger with bacon and egg, mac and cheese, bologna sandwich too salty and french fries.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention burger with bacon and egg, mac and cheese, bologna sandwich too salty and french fries.
Customer Review Summary
The burger, especially with added bacon and egg, is the clear draw, described repeatedly as juicy, tender, and worth the hype, though several reviewers note it falls short of "best burger" expectations. Close behind, the bone marrow with onion confit, French dip, and mac and cheese earn strong praise, alongside standouts like the Korean wings and kale caesar salad. Desserts also stand out, with the mille-feuille and an off-menu Guinness gelato singled out. Service is frequently called attentive and warm, with staff surprising diners celebrating occasions with complimentary champagne or dessert. The recurring caveat is cost: multiple reviewers call the experience overpriced relative to what's delivered, citing surprise charges for eggs added to burgers and confusion over gelato pricing, plus one mention of a per-person reservation fee they felt was excessive. A few also note long kitchen wait times during busy periods. One anniversary dinner closed with the kitchen sending out complimentary champagne and dessert to mark the occasion.
Customer Review Summary
The burger, especially with added bacon and egg, is the clear draw, described repeatedly as juicy, tender, and worth the hype, though several reviewers note it falls short of "best burger" expectations. Close behind, the bone marrow with onion confit, French dip, and mac and cheese earn strong praise, alongside standouts like the Korean wings and kale caesar salad. Desserts also stand out, with the mille-feuille and an off-menu Guinness gelato singled out. Service is frequently called attentive and warm, with staff surprising diners celebrating occasions with complimentary champagne or dessert. The recurring caveat is cost: multiple reviewers call the experience overpriced relative to what's delivered, citing surprise charges for eggs added to burgers and confusion over gelato pricing, plus one mention of a per-person reservation fee they felt was excessive. A few also note long kitchen wait times during busy periods. One anniversary dinner closed with the kitchen sending out complimentary champagne and dessert to mark the occasion.
Featured reviews
- Andy Phuong
“Service here is top notch, The salads are both amazing and the burger that only Au chuval makes is really amazing. All the servers that we’ve had have been super friendly and helpful. The drinks are great too, just like the au chuval in Chicago”
- H mina
“As a New Yorker, it was a regular Saturday as me & my boyfriend were trying to figure out what to eat. I searched up “best burger” and this place popped up. As of lately we ditched our regular spots and have been trying new spots in the …”
- Yu
“This dynamic space is packed with an electric energy and vibes, drawing a lively mix of tourists from around the world and local regulars. Stepping inside, you’re instantly energized by the sophisticated, moody interior and a bold, …”
- larissa Demartini
“The burger was absolutely delicious. I can’t say it was the best burger I’ve ever had, but it was definitely one of the best. The meat was cooked perfectly, the ingredients were fresh, and the flavors worked really well together. …”
- markos paterakis
“Au Cheval NY absolutely deserves the hype 🍔🔥 Easily one of the Top 5 burgers in the world for me. Soo tasty, juicy, rich, and perfectly cooked. Every bite was insane. You can tell why people wait for it. The place was super busy but the service still stayed good and organized, which made the experience even better. Great energy inside too — lively, loud, and full of people enjoying amazing food. And the mac & cheese… wow. Creamy, flavorful, super tasty, and definitely not just a side dish. A must-visit spot if you love burgers.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“Restaurant featuring leather booths and a zinc bar, serving creative American fare.”
- Has fast service
- Serves great cocktails
- Serves great dessert
- Serves local speciality
- Popular for popular for lunch
- Popular for popular for dinner
Amenities
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Paid street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Offers delivery
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
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- Family friendly
- Has bar on site
- Casual
- On-site services available
- Serves coffee
- Serves comfort food
- Dining options· 6
- Serves brunch
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
- Has table service
- Popular for· 3
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
- Parking· 1
- Difficult to find a space
- Family-friendly· 2
- Good for kids
- High chairs available
- Highlights· 4
- Has fast service
- Serves great cocktails
- Serves great dessert
- Serves local speciality
- Crowd· 4
- Good for groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Popular with tourists
- Transgender safe space
- Accessibility· 3
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Does not have assistive hearing loop
- Offerings· 1
- Serves alcohol
- Facilities· 2
- Has gender-neutral toilets
- Has toilet
- Atmosphere· 4
- Cosy
- Lively
- Trendy
- Upmarket
- Planning· 4
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Usually has a wait
Location
Restaurants near Au Cheval
- Le Coucou4.52,1210.1 mi$60+Reservations
crème brûlée, bone marrow, tuna dishes
- La Mercerie4.31,8010.1 mi$50–100Good for kidsReservations
crepe complète, boeuf bourguignon, french onion soup
- 1803 NYC4.52,0960.3 mi$20–70Reservations
charbroiled oysters, bottomless mimosas, live jazz band
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Au ChevalGood for kids · Reservations | 4.76,565 | — | $40–100 | burger with bacon and egg, mac and cheese, bologna sandwich too salty |
| Le CoucouReservations | 4.52,121 | 0.1 mi | $60+ | crème brûlée, bone marrow, tuna dishes |
| La MercerieGood for kids · Reservations | 4.31,801 | 0.1 mi | $50–100 | crepe complète, boeuf bourguignon, french onion soup |
| 1803 NYCReservations | 4.52,096 | 0.3 mi | $20–70 | charbroiled oysters, bottomless mimosas, live jazz band |
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