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French Roast, New York, NY

French Roast

4.7
4.7
1227 Reviews
$30 and under
French

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 53 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Lively
  • Great for brunch
French Roast has been fulfilling the appetites and quenching the thirsts of Upper West Side residents for over 27 years. The classic Parisian bistro offers a take on French cuisine that compels locals to return and newcomers to stop in. French Roast serves authentic French and American cuisine to all. Order essentials such as pain au chocolate from the bakery, burgers, and duck confit, and a variety of cocktails served against an antique backdrop of wood-polished chairs and vintage chandeliers reminiscent of a Parisian café.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 9:00 am–10:00 pm Fri 9:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 8:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 8:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 799-1533
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Loi Benitez
  • Catering
    Catering is always an option. From just our regular take out or delivery options for dinner to packed 3 course lunches or dinners. Take out for picnics in the park or cooked meals delivered to your home.
  • Private party facilities
    In the warmer months outdoor pergolas are available for private parties of 8- 25 guests.Please contact the restaurant directly for information
  • Neighbourhood
    Upper West Side
  • Cross Street
    W 85th Street
  • Parking details
    Central Parking: 214 W 88th St (Between Broadway and Amsterdam<br />Reliant Parking: 225 W 83rd St (Between Broadway and Amsterdam)<br />Garsch Garage: 175 W 87th St (Between Amsterdam and Columbus) <br />
  • Public transit
    Nearest subway (1) station is located at the corner of 86th St & Broadway.C or B Train at 86th and Central Park West
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Petit Déjeuner

    US$10.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Start off your day like you are vacationing in Paris. Join us for our Petit Déjeuner Special. Monday - Friday 9am - 11am. Select from our menu of Coffee drinks, Patiserie and Juices.
    Petit Déjeuner photo
  • Mardi Gras at French Roast

    Feb 28, 2025 - Mar 4, 2025
    A little bit of New Orleans comes to the UWS of Manhattan. Join us for our Annual Mardi Gras Celebration. Food and Drink Specials, Giveaways, Beads, Masks and Live Music on February 28th at 7pm . Laissez les Bons Temps Rouler!!
    Mardi Gras at French Roast photo

What 1,227 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
French Roast offers a charming "neighborhood favorite" ambiance with delightful French bistro classics. Guests rave about the "attentive service" and "excellent food," including standout dishes like coq au vin and brioche French toast. The atmosphere is lively yet welcoming, making it a "great place for brunch" and more.

1,227 Reviews
  1. Daniel

    VIP

    New York City

    16 reviews

    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Definitely loud for brunch, but that’s to be expected in a space this small. And all the food and drinks were delicious - everything was clearly fresh and super flavorful. Some of the best coffee in the city.
    French RoastResponded today
    Daniel, Thank you for taking the time to review French Roast!!! We appreciate you.

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  2. Nancy

    VIP

    New York City

    27 reviews

    2.0

    27 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Considering how high the ratings are for the food, I expected it to be better than average, but it wasn’t. There’s also a push to try to squeeze as many people in as possible, so even though we receded near the door where it was freezing from the breeze, they would not see us in a booth that could accommodate six people Instead of our five. Disappointing. 

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  3. Y

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    For a crazy, crowded Saturday night the food and service was amazing.
    French RoastResponded today
    Y, Thank you for taking the time to review French Roast!!! We appreciate you.

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  4. Michael

    New York City

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great venue. I've been coming here for years. The food quality is great and the prices are reasonable. I can't wait to go back again. My favorites are the escargot and the Catalan mussels and fries. My only critique: PLEASE get rid of the TV at the bar.
    French RoastResponded today
    Michael, Thank you for taking the time to review French Roast!!! We appreciate you.

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  5. jeff

    Los Angeles

    12 reviews

    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    valentines day slam did not help luke warm to cool main dishes that were also overcooked. too small a place for that kind of crowd. service was nice but very slow.
    French RoastResponded today
    Jeff, Thank you for taking the time to review French Roast

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  6. jeffrey

    VIP

    Atlanta

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great. Very festive for Valentine's Day.. Server was super nice...
    French RoastResponded today
    Jeffrey, Thank you for taking the time to review French Roast!!! We appreciate you.

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  7. Patricia

    VIP

    New York City

    72 reviews

    5.0

    72 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a treat; one of my faves in the neighborhood!
    French RoastResponded today
    Patricia, Thank you for taking the time to review French Roast!!! We appreciate you.

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  8. Marianne

    VIP

    New York City

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great experience. Lena, our server, was friendly and attentive. Had a wonderful time.
    French RoastResponded 3 days ago
    Marianne, Thank you for taking the time to review French Roast!!! We appreciate you.

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  9. Anthony

    VIP

    New York City

    50 reviews

    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I had the special eggs benedict with crab cakes at the bottom instead of English muffins for lunch. I had not tried this before, and it was delicious!
    French RoastResponded 5 days ago
    Anthony, we are glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for taking the time to review French Roast!!! We appreciate you.

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  10. lois

    VIP

    New York City

    58 reviews

    5.0

    58 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious from the soup to the decaf coffee and every bite in between
    French RoastResponded 6 days ago
    Lois wonderful to hear. Thank you for taking the time to review French Roast. We appreciate you.

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FAQs

French Roast offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 799-1533.

French Roast is rated 4.7 stars by 1227 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 53 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for French Roast

2340 Broadway, New York, NY 10024

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    W 85th Street
  • Neighbourhood
    Upper West Side
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 9:00 am–10:00 pm Fri 9:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 8:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 8:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Central Parking: 214 W 88th St (Between Broadway and Amsterdam<br />Reliant Parking: 225 W 83rd St (Between Broadway and Amsterdam)<br />Garsch Garage: 175 W 87th St (Between Amsterdam and Columbus) <br />
  • Public transit
    Nearest subway (1) station is located at the corner of 86th St & Broadway.C or B Train at 86th and Central Park West
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Loi Benitez
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (212) 799-1533
  • Catering
    Catering is always an option. From just our regular take out or delivery options for dinner to packed 3 course lunches or dinners. Take out for picnics in the park or cooked meals delivered to your home.
  • Private party facilities
    In the warmer months outdoor pergolas are available for private parties of 8- 25 guests.Please contact the restaurant directly for information
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