La Grande Boucherie
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About La Grande Boucherie
La Grande Boucherie is a French restaurant set within an expansive art nouveau-style space in New York, at 145 W 53rd St. A heated atrium anchors the dining room, giving the polished setting a distinct focal point and a sense of openness that suits both lunch and evening meals. The menu leans into French brasserie classics, with Le Croque Madame standing out as a signature plate, while Fresh Oysters and Jumbo Shrimp anchor the starters and Ham Eggs Benedict with Potatoes offers a familiar breakfast option. Reservations are advised, as the atrium and main dining area draw steady interest throughout the day.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingPaid parking lot · Paid street parking
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible seating · Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs available · Family friendly
- DietaryServes vegan dishes · Serves vegetarian dishes
Menu & Prices
60 dishes · mains $3–109Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention steak tartare, crème brûlée, onion soup and steak frites.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention steak tartare, crème brûlée, onion soup and steak frites.
Customer Review Summary
Diners consistently single out the striking atrium setting as the defining draw, repeatedly describing the space as beautiful, stunning, and reminiscent of a Parisian brasserie, with the vaulted ceilings and large bar earning specific praise. Close behind, the cocktail program emerges as a standout, with several reviewers calling the drinks fantastic, uniquely crafted, and insanely good, specifically naming the La Vie en Rose cocktail. Among food dishes, the Côte de Boeuf Pour Deux with pommes purée, onion soup, chocolate tart, steak frites, and crème brûlée receive repeated praise, along with escargot and steak tartare. Service is frequently described as attentive and accommodating, with one reviewer noting staff kindly replaced an overly salty salmon dish. A few recurring caveats surface: some tables upstairs are described as tightly packed, one reviewer found the lobster pasta bland and not worth the price, and another noted the indoor patio area can feel very cold in winter despite being enclosed. Several suggest making a reservation in advance.
Customer Review Summary
Diners consistently single out the striking atrium setting as the defining draw, repeatedly describing the space as beautiful, stunning, and reminiscent of a Parisian brasserie, with the vaulted ceilings and large bar earning specific praise. Close behind, the cocktail program emerges as a standout, with several reviewers calling the drinks fantastic, uniquely crafted, and insanely good, specifically naming the La Vie en Rose cocktail. Among food dishes, the Côte de Boeuf Pour Deux with pommes purée, onion soup, chocolate tart, steak frites, and crème brûlée receive repeated praise, along with escargot and steak tartare. Service is frequently described as attentive and accommodating, with one reviewer noting staff kindly replaced an overly salty salmon dish. A few recurring caveats surface: some tables upstairs are described as tightly packed, one reviewer found the lobster pasta bland and not worth the price, and another noted the indoor patio area can feel very cold in winter despite being enclosed. Several suggest making a reservation in advance.
Featured reviews
- S
“We had dinner at La Grande Boucherie last night and had an amazing experience! Our appetizers and entree were cooked to perfection, and the cocktails were fantastic! For our appetizer, we ordered the Soup À Lòignon and the prime steak tartare. For our entree, we had the Côte de Boeuf Pour Deux with pommes purée as a side. For dessert, we ordered the crème brûlée. Everything was wonderful! Our server was so sweet and very attentive! The restaurant is gorgeous inside. The perfect date night spot! It’s definitely a go-to restaurant in NYC! I highly recommend La Grande Boucherie and look forward to visiting again soon!”
- Eric San José
“Whenever the restaurant is built inside of an atrium between two buildings in Manhattan , it gives a spectacular view and ambience. The food is typical bistro style food casual. Escargot, steak tartare, escargot 🐌, Gaspacho, etc. The food here is really good. Staff is very nice. Being in the atrium really speaks for itself that’s the main selling point. Great for date night. It’s like being in a Parisian bistro back in the early 1900s. Give this place a try if you’re in the area. We will definitely be going back.”
- Karina Turgut
“La Grande Boucherie is a beautiful spot for brunch. The service was attentive, and the food was excellent m. The mimosas were also a highlight and definitely worth ordering. …”
- Raine
“I really loved the tuna tartare—even though I’m not usually a fan, this one was surprisingly awesome. I initially ordered the salmon, but it was a bit too salty for my taste. The staff were very accommodating and kind enough to replace it, …”
- Lorik L
“I went to La Grande Boucherie last night with my friend and had such a great experience. The atmosphere is beautiful and really sets the tone for a perfect night out. I ordered three La Vie en Rose cocktails which were amazing. I also …”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
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- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“Polished French restaurant in an expansive art nouveau-style space with an elegant, heated atrium.”
- Has fast service
- Serves great cocktails
- Serves great coffee
- Serves great dessert
- Has great wine list
- Popular for popular for breakfast
Amenities
- Has Wi-Fi
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Paid parking lot
- Accepts reservations
- Has outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed outside
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- Has no-contact delivery
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
- Family friendly
- Serves vegan dishes
- Has bar on site
- Offerings· 13
- Serves alcohol
- Serves beer
- Serves cocktails
- Serves coffee
- Serves comfort food
- Serves happy-hour drinks
- Serves healthy options
- Serves late-night food
- Has private dining room
- Serves small plates
- Serves spirits
- Serves vegetarian dishes
- Serves wine
- Planning· 4
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Usually has a wait
- Service options· 2
- Offers delivery
- On-site services available
- Dining options· 9
- Serves breakfast
- Serves brunch
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Has catering
- Has counter service
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
- Has table service
- Atmosphere· 4
- Cosy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upmarket
- Family-friendly· 2
- Good for kids
- High chairs available
- Highlights· 5
- Has fast service
- Serves great cocktails
- Serves great coffee
- Serves great dessert
- Has great wine list
- Popular for· 4
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
- Facilities· 1
- Has toilet
- Crowd· 4
- Good for groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Popular with tourists
- Transgender safe space
- Accessibility· 2
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Parking· 1
- Paid street parking
Location
How La Grande Boucherie compares to nearby restaurants
- La Grande Boucherie · This shop4.610,409 reviews
Mentioned in reviews: steak tartare, crème brûlée, onion soup
- Le Bernardin4.64,601 reviews0.1 mi
Mentioned in reviews: chef's tasting menu, tuna carpaccio, lobster
- 1,461 reviews0.8 mi
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- 4,908 reviews1.7 mi
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La Grande Boucherie This shop | Le Bernardin | Buena Vista Restaurant & Bar | Gramercy Tavern | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6(10,409) | 4.6(4,601) | 4.7(1,461) | 4.6(4,908) | |
| Price | $50–100 | $80–90 | $50–100 | $70–80 |
| Distance | — | 0.1 mi | 0.8 mi | 1.7 mi |
| Open today | ||||
| Vegan options | ✓ | — | — | — |
| Vegetarian options | ✓ | — | — | — |
| Good for kids | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ |
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