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La Ripaille, New York, NY

La Ripaille

4.9
4.9
1017 Reviews
$30 and under
French

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 1 time today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Romantic
Winner Best Restaurant in March 2018!

Opened in 1980, La Ripaille is one of the oldest restaurants in West Village. Some of the regulars have been coming for as long as 25 years. We want everyone to feel welcome here, whether it’s the celebrities who frequent, the children for whom we provide games & crayons, or the people who live in the Village.

The owner, Alain Laurent, is integral in the day-to-day processes of La Ripaille. He daily scours the market for the freshest produce, often choosing the day’s specials based on his finds. This keeps the specials seasonal & unique. He decorates the ever changing wine list with the best wines available. The restaurant itself is beautiful, with a terrace for the summer & a fireplace in the back for the winter. The candlelit tables light up French posters and paintings & fresh flowers decorate each table. For a taste of history and delicious French cuisine, visit La Ripaille. We have a seat just for you.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French, Contemporary French
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 255-4406
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    French bistro <br />
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact Alain Laurent at 212 255 4406 to book your private event
  • Neighbourhood
    Greenwich Village
  • Cross Street
    W.12th
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Subway 1,2,3, 14th Street stop, 12th Street exit; A,C,E 14th Street stop
  • Additional
    Beer, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,017 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Manhattan

    French

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Ripaille offers an enchanting dining experience with its "charming and intimate atmosphere." Known for "exceptional" French cuisine, standout dishes include the broccoli mousse, lamb flambé, and Chicken Normandy. The service is "fantastic," led by the attentive owner, Alain. This West Village gem blends authenticity with a cozy ambiance, perfect for any occasion.

1,017 Reviews
  1. Susan

    VIP

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great vibe, super delish food, wonderful service!

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  2. John

    New York City

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent as ever. I have been going to La Ripaille for more than 20 years and it never disappoints, especially in the holiday time. It's a West Village legend for a reason: apart from the amazing food, the staff is always warm and inviting, and that has no doubt a lot to do with Alain, who has been the captain of this gem of a ship for decades. Word is its days are numbered and I will be sad to see it go. Its continued presence in an ever-changing NY was, and for now, is a comfort.

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  3. Konstantin

    New York City

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Very beautiful Restaurant with a really kind owner. The food quality is fantastic. Just the amount of food is too low for the high price. Service is good, but we had to wait like 10-15 mins just to get the menu. All over, it’s a very nice and cozy place. One thing that I didn’t like is, that I had to pay 40$ just for the reservation (but I don’t know if it’s from open table or the restaurant).
    La RipailleResponded 4 days ago
    Hello Konstantin and thank you for your review. Please be aware that the $40 is a deposit which simply holds the reservation and is not charged to your bill. Thank you and we hope to seeyou again

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  4. Casimir

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous French food, flawlessly presented, for over Forty years in The West Village !

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  5. Linda

    VIP

    New York City

    43 reviews

    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I have been going to La Ripaille for Christmas Eve dinner for a number of years. We had a conflict that night this year, so we decided to go on the Winter Solstice instead so that we didn't skip a year of tradition and it was perfect. The staff are all friendly and professional and they clearly take pride in their work. The owner, Alain, is the ultimate host. He stops by every table, engages his guests in jovial conversation and isn't above clearing plates or getting guests water. He clearly loves his restaurant -- as do we.

    1 person found this helpful

  6. Lynne

    New York City

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We spent a delightful evening in a lovely cozy French bistro with yummy food! Already looking forward to a return visit. 

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  7. Emilia

    VIP

    New York City

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on December 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was Magnificent Since we walk inside till the end when we left Owner is Wonderful and Professiobsl and attentive and funny . Waiters are a pleasure Food was Superb and delicious A Gem for sure It was a pleasure

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  8. Thomas

    VIP

    New York City

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on December 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ripaille has been amazingly consistent for decades. Excellent, truly classic French cuisine, not too fancy, but with elegant touches. The owner mingles with the guests, providing an authentic French atmosphere. The space is a little tight, which is also authentic. Nice music. Polite servers. Good wine at good prices.

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  9. Nancy

    VIP

    New York City

    31 reviews

    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a favorite, and well worth the trip from uptown. Everyone deserves to retire, but it breaks my heart that this gem may soon be a fond memory. Amazing food, wonderful ambience. Skip the trip to Paris and head for Hudson Street.

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  10. Abbey

    New York City

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food. Inviting and friendly ambience. Noise level good. Lovely small restaurant.

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

La Ripaille is rated 4.9 stars by 1017 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 1 time today
Google Map for La Ripaille

605 Hudson Street, New York, NY 10014

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    W.12th
  • Neighbourhood
    Greenwich Village
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French, Contemporary French
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Subway 1,2,3, 14th Street stop, 12th Street exit; A,C,E 14th Street stop
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (212) 255-4406
  • Catering
    French bistro <br />
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact Alain Laurent at 212 255 4406 to book your private event
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