
Le Gratin
Quick info
About Le Gratin
Le Gratin is a French restaurant and bistro on 5 Beekman St in New York, serving dishes such as crabe Marie Rose, oeufs brouillés à la truffe noire, and soupe a l'oignon gratinée from an eight-item menu. Escargot prepared with garlic and herbs is a recurring starter, and steak, including steak frites, is a commonly ordered main. A sommelier is on staff to assist with wine selections, and a prix-fixe menu tied to NYC Restaurant Week has been offered. The restroom sits through the adjoining hotel lobby, reached by walking through it. Dogs are welcome in the dining room. The restaurant opens Tuesday to Sunday and closes Mondays, and reservations are recommended for dinner.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingDifficult to find a space
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible seating · Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Good for kidsHigh chairs available · Family friendly
- DietaryServes organic dishes · Serves vegetarian dishes
Menu & Prices
8 dishes · mains $7–35- CRABE MARIE ROSE$24.00
- OEUFS BROUILLÉS À LA TRUFFE NOIRE$35.00
- SALADE DE BETTERAVE, CERVELLE DE CANUT$17.00
- SOUPE A L’OIGNON GRATINÉE$19.00
- SALADE VERTE ET FROMAGE BLANC 'FRANCINE'$15.00
- OEUF MIMOSA, CAVIAR DE TRUITE$7.00
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention escargot, steak, french onion soup and cheese plate.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention escargot, steak, french onion soup and cheese plate.
Customer Review Summary
Escargot, prepared with garlic and butter or dressed with herbs, comes up repeatedly as a standout starter, with the French onion soup close behind as another frequent favorite. Diners also single out the endive salad with grapefruit, the Francine salad, deviled eggs, and desserts like the tart tatin, creme caramel, and profiteroles, alongside a wine list and cocktails several call excellent. The steak and branzino draw praise for being well cooked, though one reviewer described the saucisse purée's sausage as somewhat industrial-tasting and dry, and another found the meat's flavors underwhelming despite good cooking. Service is mostly described as warm and attentive, though a couple of reviewers note lapses, like a server who skipped drink orders and offered no cheese details. Several mention the restroom's inconvenient distance through a crowded hotel lobby, and one reviewer describes being surprised with a complimentary slice of chocolate cake to mark a birthday.
Customer Review Summary
Escargot, prepared with garlic and butter or dressed with herbs, comes up repeatedly as a standout starter, with the French onion soup close behind as another frequent favorite. Diners also single out the endive salad with grapefruit, the Francine salad, deviled eggs, and desserts like the tart tatin, creme caramel, and profiteroles, alongside a wine list and cocktails several call excellent. The steak and branzino draw praise for being well cooked, though one reviewer described the saucisse purée's sausage as somewhat industrial-tasting and dry, and another found the meat's flavors underwhelming despite good cooking. Service is mostly described as warm and attentive, though a couple of reviewers note lapses, like a server who skipped drink orders and offered no cheese details. Several mention the restroom's inconvenient distance through a crowded hotel lobby, and one reviewer describes being surprised with a complimentary slice of chocolate cake to mark a birthday.
Featured reviews
- Duane L.
“Great restaurant! It’s a bistro! I’ve had worse french food in France! I recommend it. My experience was ruined a bit by the table next to me who had a minor incident and wanted to make it a big issue. I mean really. The manager was extremely over accommodating but it didn’t matter. They just wanted to capitalize on a small opportunity. Food was great! I kind of went all out. Don’t judge me! It was a long week! Excellent wine, frogs legs, escargot, duck breast, followed by profiteroles! I mean really, if they do this right then the rest of the menu should be easy! Make a reservation and if you can, start at the bar in the beekman for en expertly made cocktail. But really. Make a reservation. It’s very popular!”
- Arnaud kouskous
“had an amazing dinner last night at Le Gratin with three friends. Everything was outstanding, the warm welcome, the attentive service, and the incredible food. We felt like we were at home. I especially want to highlight Clara, the sommelier, who took care of us as if we were in her own home, and Kenji, our server, who was so kind and professional. I can’t wait to come back!”
- Solangel
“I had brunch on a Sunday at Le Gratin and it was excellent! We were a group of 4 people and I was able to bring my dog, a Shih Tzu, to the restaurant. It was cozy, not too crowded when we got there and the food was delicious.”
- Emily M
“French bistro vibes - good service and atmosphere. Meat was all cooked very well, but the flavors were a bit underwhelming. Deviled eggs were great though.”
- Mariuxi [Mary-ook-see] Tapia
“Came here for a 5pm dinner on a Saturday. We had a reservation and got there on time and our take wasn’t ready since they just open at 5pm. Service was excellent. I had leftovers, about a quarter of the burger and fries. It came with pork belly which i asked to be on the side and also ate later. The burger was delicious but messy. Came with lettuce, tomato, cheese and aioli. Since i had the French onion soup which was very delicious, that filled me quite a bit. I tasted the crème dessert which was like a crème brûlée without the top being charred. The space was exactly like French bistro. The bar area isn’t large and by the time we left at 7pm there was about 5 people waiting and ask the tables were occupied. I will say they are quite pricey but their restaurant week menu made it somewhat affordable. My items were only on the regular menu.”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Has fast service
- Serves great cocktails
- Serves great coffee
- Serves great dessert
- Has great wine list
- Popular for popular for lunch
Amenities
- Has Wi-Fi
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Accepts reservations
- Dogs allowed
- Serves dine-in
- Family friendly
Show more amenities
- Serves vegetarian dishes
- Has bar on site
- On-site services available
- Serves beer
- Serves coffee
- Serves happy-hour 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
- Pet-friendly· 2
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
- Planning· 1
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Offerings· 5
- Serves alcohol
- Serves cocktails
- Serves organic dishes
- Serves spirits
- Serves wine
- Facilities· 1
- Has toilet
- Crowd· 4
- Good for groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Popular with tourists
- Transgender safe space
- Parking· 1
- Difficult to find a space
- Highlights· 4
- Has fast service
- Serves great cocktails
- Serves great dessert
- Has great wine list
- Atmosphere· 4
- Cosy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upmarket
- Accessibility· 2
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Family-friendly· 1
- High chairs available
Location
Restaurants near Le Gratin
- Kuu4.52,7340.2 mi$20–30Good for kids
yuzu chicken ramen, butter chicken ramen, gyoza
- Hole In The Wall - FiDi4.84,1100.2 mi$15–30Good for kids
mushroom toast, cheese omelette, avocado toast
- Eataly4.26,4250.3 mi$20–60Good for kidsReservations
fresh handmade pasta, tiramisu, authentic pizza
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le GratinReservations | 4.6688 | — | $80–90 | escargot, steak, french onion soup |
| KuuGood for kids | 4.52,734 | 0.2 mi | $20–30 | yuzu chicken ramen, butter chicken ramen, gyoza |
| Hole In The Wall - FiDiGood for kids | 4.84,110 | 0.2 mi | $15–30 | mushroom toast, cheese omelette, avocado toast |
| EatalyGood for kids · Reservations | 4.26,425 | 0.3 mi | $20–60 | fresh handmade pasta, tiramisu, authentic pizza |
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