Jacques Brasserie Reviews

Always consistent for a neighborhood place Very comfy and you can actually hear each other in this place Started with an endive salad which was delicious and a generous portion The branzino was very tasty and fresh. Mussels are the main thing here except they could not accommodate my non wine sauce preference ( yes I am allergic to it!!) Anyway great place for a nosh and chat

This is an genuine French neighborhood restaurant that always reminds me of when I lived in Paris many many years ago. The food is excellent and the ambiance is authentic. It is a little pricy, but very typical of New York in that repect. We have been back several times.

My steak tartare was delicious, and they happily made me an appetizer-sized portion. The French onion soup was great, topped with lots of sticky yummy grilled cheese. My friend's mussels mariniere were also fabulous. The waiter (Jose) was the perfect balance of friendly and professional, and he even came running out after us because my friend left his credit card in the check folder. Thanks, Jose!

We had a social business luncheon, and were seated in a dining area that was quiet enough to talk. The tables were well presented with fresh linens. We sat in a table with booth on one side. The staff was attentive and friendly without being intrusive. The staff poured Pellegrino which I prefer to still water. Crusty fresh bread was brought first. Salads had a variety of darker leaves with a delicate dressing. I had the seared tuna over salad which was excellent. Others had the steak tartar, lamb sausage & lentil soup, all of which were presented beautifully and enjoyed. The toilet facilities were tucked back with a narrow passageway, were clean and small. Clearly an older establishment, but clean. Lovely French bistro feel. We were not rushed and finished the meal with freshly brewed coffee. The wine selection was impressive. Pricey.

We met another couple here for a drink before dinner as they live in the neighborhood. Very authentic French Brasserie with well priced wine and cocktails. I look forward to eating there.

I have been to this restaurant several times during the past few months. It has been consistently good as far as service and food. I made reservation on Open table, I was seated right away, did not have to wait. The food is well prepared and presented, the waiters are pleasant and efficient. This restaurant is a neighborhood favorite, it always have a nice ambiance. Especially enjoyable when they have live music Thursdays - Sunday and it stays open later than the other restaurants in the neighborhood. if you want to have a pleasant evening and good french food Jacques Brasserie is a good choice. Based on my experience I highly recommend this restaurant.

Take a quick trip to Paris in this Upper East Side French restaurant. Jacques links like it has been in Paris for years even though it is in New York City. French music waifs through the two dining rooms. The first room has a bar along with casual tables for drinking or eating along red leather banquets and a white table cloth section for somewhat more formal seating. A large room adjacent to the first room has large tables The interior decor has that wonderful brasserie look. A good menu offers many French favorites and several selections of mussels. While not haute cuisine, the food is flavorful and perfect for a causal yet enchanting dinner. The crowd is mostly well dressed locals but is far from stuffy.

The business lunch is the bargain of the century--your choice to start with salad or pate, followed by an enormous pot of mussels prepared in the style you like, fries. and French bread to soak in the broth for $18.95! We ate here twice and I tried mussels dijonaisse and provencal, but there are three other versions as well. No room for dessert, but the house Sauvignon Blanc is excellent. My spouse raved about the onion tart ($10), the salmon ($21), and the trout (especially the trout, $19). Of course, the onion soup ($9) was very good, too. Service was fine--I think our simple gusto amused them! The decor is how I imagine a French neighborhood restaurant but the restrooms are tiny so be prepared to wait.

Everything I've tried here is great, and top it off with a chocolate souffle (give 15 min notice).

They will take the reservation and then cancel it! Never going there again! Incredibly disappointing!

We, a party of 3, went in for lunch on a Monday. As expected. on Monday, it seemed deserted and we were seated right away. The restaurant has two areas of seating and it seems rather large. We ordered Moules Frites Dijonnaise, Jacques Burger and Omelette Au Fromage. We also ordered two Belgian beers. They have a lot of choice for Belgian beers. The mussels were tasty and plentiful. They all come with lovely fries. We all enjoyed our food. For dessert, we had apple tart with vanilla icecream, coffee and cappuccino. The service is very nice and pleasant. Nice spot on upper East side.

ordered Mussels with french fries, delivered directly from Heaven! They were marinated in Chardonnay, garlic and parsley, so fantastic! With out a doubt the best Mussels i have ever had! My husband Got the chicken with spinach, and he loved it. The waiters were so Nice to us, best eating out experience, of our NYC vacation!

Second time at Jacques in three months . Initial obversations confirmed: 1. atmosphere fits the French brasserie style well, bar is nice, 2.erratic service, a few very friendly waiters, a maitre D' who really needs to learn to be gracious, other waiters just professional, 3. food is focused on comfort-size, but too many dishes are oversimplified recipes of the original, some dishes are utter misses (Hanger steak, not even close to medium rare, pâté de campagne). food sits between average and mediocre 4. pricing is high to outrageous, how come a mussels dish can cost more than $30 is a new level! (even if mussels from Prince Edwards Island, in fact, are they?)

Choose a table indoors or out (we prefer out) on this quiet block of 85th. A warm summer evening, a bowl of mussels provincial, a bottle of French Rose', nothing better in NY to remind you of how good French food is. Highly recommended.

Cute brasserie, the local neighborhood type. Good service. Appetizers of beef tartare was good, but had anchovies instead of capers? Have not seen that, but maybe that is a regional French addition/substitution. Chicken was a bit overdone, but overall very good with mashed potatoes and spinach . Escargot appetizer very good as well as French onion soup. Classic apple tartine with vanilla ice cream also good.

My friend suggested Jacques Brasserie for lunch, and so we dined. A few glasses of Bordeaux, plates of cheese with fruit, and great music playing. I fell in love with this place! There are vegetarian options but they are scarce, limited to fruit and cheese. I will become more of a regular just for the escapist atmosphere - you feel like you're in France.

Advised to make a reservation, we did and were happy to have done so. The brasserie was packed when we got there; however, they apparently know how to time their table seatings. The tables are very NYC close - so close that people tend to engage with adjacent diners. Having a "service-dog" nearby eating out of its bowl was a bit much for us. Service - excellent timing with drinks and ordering. We did need to ask for bread with the escargots, because the garlic butter could not be wasted. The food runners do ask people at the table who is eating what. Food - We were hoping to have the sweetbreads and the foie gras. They were out of both. The back-up escargots were fine. The monkfish over ratatouille and the steak were very good. Would we return? Yes, but we would get there earlier for some of our favorites before they run out.

Have vine here fir many years snd it still remains a reliable spot to dine with friends. The outdoor seating is quite. Ice snd diecisl ties such as oiled frites, hangar steak and classic desserts are still quite good. I believe that some items are not quite as good or my memory has shifted. Still a winner on tge upper east during de. They have lice entertsinmrnt on tge werkrnd

I haven't been to Jacques in years, and so we went, assuming that if it is still open, it must be as good as i remembered. The staff could not have been more pleasant, not necessarily attentive, but certainly pleasant. I am afraid that sentences reads more negatively than I mean it . Take what is written as fact, not criticism. The food however was truly a disappointment. The escargot tasted as if they came out of a can. They were not in shells, and they were not tasty. The butter in which they sat, did not add anything positive. The french fries that came with the muscles were limp. We noticed that another table actually sent them back to the kitchen. I do not like writing negative reviews, and I hope that this was an off experience ( as they have been in business for decades) but caveat emptor.

The atmosphere was charming, but the food was bland, cold and expensive. The service was indifferent and haphazard-45 minutes between soup and main course. I kept looking around because the place was full and people were happy-maybe they mistook me for someone else who had given them a hard time and they treated us accordingly because we left very dissatisfied. All in all a strange and disappointing experience because the place is very charming! (and all the other patrons seemed quite happy!)

What a disappointment! Hubby and I ordered mussels--way too many were unopened, which means they're inedible. Those that were edible contained the skimpiest excuse for mussels. And they should be ashamed for what they passed off as French baguette--soggy crust. No draft beer because of a problem with their tap, so they recommended the most expensive bottled beer. They've lost us as customers.

Ooh La La! Moulles and Pomme Frites is one of their specialties. If you are in this area, recommend you give this brasserie a shot. Nice service and ambiance for friends and family.

We have eaten at Jacques many times and are never disappointed. Professional waitstaff serve authentic and well prepared French Bistro classics. I am a big fan of the tuna tartare, the steak frites and the onion soup. Go for French comfort food not for a trendy dining experience.

I have been going to this restaurant for A few years now on a regular basis. Good food, nice ambiance and nice and helpful waiters was my experience until today. We spent there last New Year’s Eve, During the time the restaurant was closed due to the pandemic they called me to let me know they were open for take out. To support the restaurant I ordered each week and Once the service resumed on the outside I returned, Several of the staff is different same for the manager. Something is missing, the mood, the ambiance is no longer the same. Just an observation, a lot of things are different now, still service should not change. Today I had to wait 15 minutes until the waiter showed up to take my drink orders, while the restaurant was about 1/3 occupied. Several tables next to mine were empty, So there was very good visibility. I had a new waiter who when I ordered my wine, went into a long explanation about the law that you had to have food. I am familiar with the law. I was going to have food 45 minutes later. Since when do you have to place the full order right away? After getting my drink no one bothered to come by for 50 minutes. No question about getting another drink, no question about ordering the food that I was told I had to order. It looked like I was invisible, I had to get my bag, walk up to the maitre d by the door and ask what was happening. Was there a waiter assigned to the table where I was sitting? I have always been looking Forward to time spent at Jacque brasserie. Today my evening was completely ruined. To add insult to injury, the waiter offered a 3rd glass of wine on the house, that I refused. I never have more than 2 glasses of wine. How about not charging for the 2nd glass? I do not want anything for free but considering the disastrous service that is the minimum they should have done. A very disappointing experience and a ruined evening,

We visited Jacques Brasserie on UES this past Bastille Day, July 14. Clever right? The Tony Middleton trio added to the festive atmosphere. Started with escargot. She had Bronzino, I picked hanger steak and frites. Paired with Sancerre and red Bordeaux. Finished up with mixed sorbet. All solid, if not spectacular, but a bit pricey. It's now in our rotation, say every other month.

Right off busy Third Avenue thus restaurant has been around forever. On a cool Saturday we dropped by for dinner. They have a great selection of beers, some of which are rarely served. The date us typically French bistro but there is something for everyone. Sardines may be an acquired taste but they are good for you. Usually you have to deal with all of those tiny bones. Here they are filleted and served on crostini. Absolutely fantastic and I could eat them every day.

Jacques is a great French brasserie on E. 85th and 3rd. While expensive (it is the upper east side, after all), the food is incredible. I went the other night, after leaving a work-out session at my gym. I sat outside and ordered a sauvignon blanc with the salade nicoise. It was wonderful. The salad was fresh, with perfectly seared and lightly sea-salted tuna, hard boiled eggs, potato fingerlings, cherry tomatoes, olives, and green beans. For dessert I had the crème brulee and a cup of tea. The crème brulee was the perfect sweet ending to a wonderful meal.

Asked some employees at a close-by museum where locals go for drinks, and this was one of their suggestions. went on Saturday afternoon and had a nice drink, good bar tender, helpful staff, would like to try again for food. would go again for drinks.

This is a neighbourhood restaurant. They rely on regulars, which means they have to keep up their standards all the time. Whereas tourist spots, which do not rely upon repeat visits day to day, can be consistently crappy because of the fly-by-night nature of their clientele. Our friends, who live in the area, made the arrangements. This is one of their regular spots. Always trust the locals! For dinner, I had the French onion soup, which is a meal unto itself. I always forget when I travel to the States how big the restaurant servings are! Then, I had the duck confit, which was marvellous. I have no idea how I made room for the crème brûlée for dessert, but I did. I would say this crème brûlée was fairly good, but not the best I've had (which is at Montebello's, QC, Canada).

I don't know how I missed this place after many years. A friend who lives in the neighborhood suggested it and I was delighted. Once crossing the threshold you feel like you've walked into a brasserie in Paris. Charming appointments, French music and a great menu. I had escargot and a roast half chicken and both were fabulous. The wine list is extensive and, best of all, the waitstaff is great.

Disrespectful staff. Rude, over cooked steak. $300 for bunch! Try any other French place on the upper East side. Avoid! Born and raised in nyc and never go again.

We had the kids and the dog so we ate outside. Great diverse meal options and service. It said it was open at 5 but we were there at 3 so check.

We had dinner here twice in one week - as we really enjoyed the place and the food. It has a lovely cozy ambiance, very good service and food. Their menu is typical French bistro - worth a visit/

I ordered 6 oysters as appetizers. It took 20 minutes to be served good, but not exceptional, medium-size east coast oysters. As a main, I got a pot of chive mussels with fries. The mussels were very small, the mussel sauce very creamy and oily and the fries quite "fatty". Add a soda to that and I paid 42 dollars plus tip. On the positive side, the place is charming and well arranged with dim lighting, giving a very nice atmosphere.

This restaurant has the real French brasserie atmosphere, is quiet, and a good place to come if you like to converse during a meal (without having to yell to be heard, as is so often the case in restaurants today). Unfortunately the food was disappointing. Very ordinary. My friend had an omelete and had to send it back. Second time around was better but nothing to rave about. I had a chicken crepe. Was just OK and didn't feel particularly French. Both came with lettuce greens and French fries. Portions are quite large. The beer was good. If they would just let you come there for a drink and conversation, would be a nice place for that. There is a bar, which is popular at night. We were there for Sunday brunch. They stay open till midnight and we tried to go there once before after the movie, about 10:30, and it was totally full. So apparently some people like it.

We went for dinner on a Saturday evening, with a reservation: the place looked very popular, and it was full and noisy (but not too loud, dinner conversation was possible). It achieved the atmosphere of a busy bistrot, a little tight but welcoming, with friendly and efficient service. The food was pretty good: a couple of us had a baby arugula salad and an onion soup, entrees were the moules, the trout, a steak tartare and a burger (I guess the French menu was adapted to local desires), and for dessert we shared creme brulee and apple pie (the latter was French style, more like a Tarte Tatin). With a bottle of red (Cote du Rhone Guigal, 2013), one tea and one coffee, the bill for the six of us was $ 305 - we were in Manhattan, after all. I will favourably consider Jaques' Brasserie for the future.

We enjoyed our meal here very much. The service was very good, they went out of their way to be helpful. . It seems they have changed the menu recently, I don't know. It was our first time here. . There seemed to be menu choices that were not listed online but were available on the menu at the restaurant. The onion soup was just about perfect as was my hanger steak. I liked the fact that it comes with vegetables and mashed instead of fries. The beet salad was delicious and the poached cod done very nicely. We asked to change a side and there was no problem at all, they were quite happy to give us what we wanted. Unlike some of the restaurants we have been to this IS a destination restaurant. We would gladly go out of our way to eat a meal here and look forward to eating here again. It's not cheap although you can find items that are on the inexpensive side if that is your wish. However, It is worth the price of the meal. Try the Crepe Suzette, it's wonderful.

We stopped here simply because it looked interesting and the menu beckoned. Sometimes you really need bistro comfort, and Jacques delivered. I had a really good warm salmon salad and my wife had grilled trout. The service was attentive. The wines were good. Jacques was what we had been looking for and we found it!

On the Upper East Side with a real Pariaienne flair.Charming hosts and amazing moules friets and escargot. Nice wine list. and popular with French expats. A sure sign it's the real thing.

A pleasant surprise & was our first coming here- wonderymenu & the hanger steak cooked to perfection- fair menu pricing, but a bit pricey on brand name drinks, but a nice pour- good buzz.

Of the many French bistros in Manhattan, I think Jacques hits all the right notes. 1. The space. Very inviting. Two large rooms (by UES standards). I prefer the West room (204 East 85th) over the East room (206 East 85th). High ceilings, square dimensions, two large mirrors provide a sense of spaciousness. You may prefer the East room, which contains the crowded bar. 2. Cuisine. I like the limited traditional Brasserie menu, and limited specials, on just one page. Our choices were great. We shared the endive, apple slice, Gorgonzola salad. Our Bronzino and duck entree’s were on pointe. The tarte tatin desert capped it all off. We will be back.

This is one of our UES go to places. Always bustling, the menu is just what you expect a brasserie to offer, the surroundings authentic and the wait staff professional.

We wanted to eat in a french restaurant and not far from home. Then rembered this reataurant and booked a table right after seeing a movie. Charming place, excellent service and a robust menue. Lucky we made a reservation, the place fills up very quickly.

Classic French Bistro fare. Not original, but good classics. Comfy, nice French music. Fun Rosé wine specials. michele

This was our third dining experience at this restaurant. First was fine - enjoyed the food and atmosphere. We didn't enjoy our second experience as much, but they were busy so we hoped it was a fluke. Today was dreadful. Les Oeufs Marocaines was missing the oeufs entirely. The side salad was drenched in dressing. Drinks came well after the meal was served. Coffee ordered upon seating, was served finally after asking three times and the meal was mostly finished. Waited forever for the check and finally had to track our server down in a service nook. There were only two other tables seated so no excuse for poor service. Will not return.

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We loved the decor & warm bistro feeling of Jacques. The staff is very friendly & knowledgable. And the food was wonderful.We were a party of 5 & all had steaks & frites, cooked to perfection.Nice wine list with plenty of choices. If you are in that area, it's a great choice.

We went here on Bastille Day and were not disappointed. Service was fast and efficient, and the food was excellent. I cannot recommend the escargots more!

We live in the neighborhood and understand difficulty of hiring people post pandemic, but when I have to ask a waiter after waiting 40 minutes to take our order, it’s no longer a pleasant experience. For the cost of the food, we should expect more. The manager/owner obviously does not understand the exponential results of a bad experience. We are a gay couple with more disposable income to eat out because we have no dependents. The couple next to us who arrived 35 - 40 minutes were served food immediately because they were friends of the chef. If this is the way you treat native New Yorkers who have supported you in the past, then I fear for your future as a business. We will not return nor suggest to others nor bring guests there.

We came for lunch and both ordered the pre-fixe. We each were brought a portion of a baggette which was excellent. I had the mussels and the green salad and my wife had the burger, after seeing it was made with bleu cheese, and the green salad. Both dishes were served with fries. The mussels were as good as I've had and my wife loved the burger. Fernando was very pleasant and helpful with our wine question. All of our attendents were friendly and efficient. We plan to return on our next trip.

Jacques is always consistent, always charming. We have been enjoying Jacques for YEARS. We continue to return because of the consistently well-cooked food and the charming, Frenchy atmosphere. My husband's go-to is the roast chicken which is always succulent and mine is the Moules Poulette (muscles in cream). The staff are efficient and welcoming.

We just had a beautiful, romantic evening at Jacques. We've been there before, many times, but tonight was special. Soft jazz in the background, a glass of champagne on arrival and just a slow dinner, candlelight and roses. A very special quiet moment within the hustle of Manhattan. French food at its best, simple, excellent service and being allowed to have great conversation without harassment. This restaurant is a must, close to the Met, deserves a visit but do make reservations !

Three of us had fish for our main course, and I had the Jacquesburger. We all enjoyed what we ate, the service was friendly (a little slow, but the place was packed -- that tells you something!)

Moules + Frites + Belgian Beer on Monday nights is quite the deal!

Nice Parisian brasserie style restaurant. Friendly service, interesting menu with a few French classics, nice wine list (had a fantastic bottle of Sancerre). Enjoyed the escargots very much. Moules-frites were excellent. Like French bistros, it’s a bit crammed but that is part of the experience. It’s wise to make reservations on weekends as the place is very popular (and should be).

If you are on UES, this is a good spot for a friendly and simple French meal. Service is great and food is good. Nice looking spot too. Not worth the trip from other parts of nyc, but good if you are on UES.

Three of us had dinner here on a Saturday evening. The atmosphere is pleasant, reminiscent of a Paris Bistro. The best part of the meal was the salads - tasty and well composed. Then there was an incredibly long wait after the salad and the entrees all failed to please even after the wait. I had the duck, which was recommended to be medium-rare, as I normally like it. This duck came virtually uncooked, and the vegetables with it had some off-putting flavor. The other two had mussels and both said the mussels were overcooked as were the french fries. None of us finished our dinner. There are lots of other choices in this neighborhood at this price point.

Loved this restaurant. The outdoor seating reminds me of the cafes in Paris. The food was delicious (shrimp, steak frites, chocolate souffle, yum) and the service was quick and friendly. I love the accessibility and non-pretentiousness of a great restaurant in NYC. The restaurant is filled with locals so that should be the best indicator of approval. I will return and bring friends.

Have now been twice and very happy both times. Wide array of menu options all looking good with high recommendations from neighborhood friends. Difficult to choose! Eggs Benedict delicious with lots of lemon juice in the hollandaise. Amazing frites on the side, yum. Service sometimes inattentive but acceptable. Will be going back again.

Great French Brasserie with a real Parisian atmosphere...! Food was very good and not expensive at all!! We will go back soon!

Wonderfully authentic French food in a most pleasant setting. Classic French tunes at a not too loud level keep the atmosphere mellow. Efficient servcie as well.

decent food nothing I remember stands out. Good place for lunch. Nice dining room and quiet for conversation

Very nice friendly n authentically French came on Thursday early bartender great he suggested the perfect wine then went to a table waiter was lovely also

The restaurant has a nice main dining room and a very appealing outdoor dining area. Unfortunately, that is where anything good ends. I started off with what was a mediocre Onion Soup which lacked onion flavor (and not much onion) as a result of being watery. One of my favorite fishes is Brook Trout but here it did not have its usual pleasing flavor. The service was a little flawed with it failure to serve bread right after I placed my order, but served it when the first course came out.

The menu, the staff, the ambience all make this feel like a local bistro...there, not here! The mussels are always terrific and the fries that accompany them, as well. Their selection of beers is also quite good with a variety of my favorites: Belgian darks. This visit was lunch with a friend much enhanced by a beautiful NYC summer day enabling outdoor dining. The omelette with fromage was complimented and my Jacques Burger with Bleu Cheese was quite fine. Fries were, as always, delicious. Service was attentive and cordial, as usual at this appealing eatery. Nice place. I think you'll like it, too!

Very charming and authentic, this restaurant has an authentic bistro feel featuring banquettes and tables with crisp white linen. The staff is both professional and friendly, ready to accommodate any requests. The menu features the classics: mussels and fries, steak and fries--pretty much what you'd order in France. And it's delicious.

20 Years in Manhattan and this was the worst experience I've ever had in an restaurant. I've had terrible service, mediocre food and tiny portions but the food was just BAD. A friend and I stopped in for brunch after a little shopping in the area. It wasn't terribly busy but nearly all the outdoor tables were filled. The menu was classic French brasserie and certainly on the high side for the neighborhood. Goat Cheese Omelette came in at $18 and our smoked salmon Eggs Benedict was no bargain at $17. We were seated quickly and got water right away. Those were the high points of the meal. Sometime after we placed our orders, we were given a small slice of bagette each. A while later, still awaiting food, I asked for more bread. The waiter barely made eye contact, never smiled and threw about 1/2 a bagette onto our plates. When our food arrived, the presentation looked good. There were a few lightly dressed greens and while the french fries were obviously NOT house-made they were crispy. Unfortunately, the eggs were completely hard cooked and barely warm, served on a cold, untoasted english muffin, topped with a tasteless sauce (not Bernaise) and bad-tasting salmon. We sent both plates back! The next attempt was only a little better. The muffins were toasted and the eggs were sufficiently runny (still Inexplicably cold) but the Bernaise was just as tasteless and this time the salmon was really slimy. My friend and I took a couple bites and asked for the check. We basically paid $17 for bread, french fries and a couple bites of salad. Interestingly, the couple next to us also sent back their dessert (apple tart) saying it was totally burnt and inedible. They complained that their cheese plate was ice cold and the butter tasted of freezer burn. The real ending of this review is that 5 hours later I got diarrhea!! I know the salmon or the Bernaise (or both) were to blame. Stay away.

The restaurant is located on the corner of 3rd Avenue and East 85th Street and has two rooms and outdoor seating. Interior is kind of dingy, windows need cleaning and cutlery are with fingerprints. Trout was good, but portion could be bigger. Mariniers mussels with chardonnay, garlic and parsley were very good – mussels are their specialty. Overpriced.

TERRIBLE SERVICE. We were alone in a dining room with one other group of 4 (there were 2 of us) and it took forever for our waiter to come over and take our drink order..........and another forever to bring a vodka on the rocks which came as a vodka and soda that had to be replaced. We then ordered 2 appetizers and 2 entrees. One appetizer didn't come. The other was steamed spinach with garlic. Didn't come as an appetizer but rather as a side dish and no garlic and cold. Dale's mussels were terrific. My salmon was terrific. Why go back?

The atmosphere is perfect, it was Friday night and there was live music and even when we were leaving an excellent singer. The service was quick and the menu varied. Servings are good size.

These days people are put off by the ratings posted in the windows of some great restaurants. Jacques had a B the last time we went, and my daughter, who has worked in the food industry usually steers clear of anything less than an A, but we've been going to Jacques so long we ignored it. We think it just has to do with the steak tartare. Apparently it's under-cooked as far as the inspectors are concerned!!!! Don't avoid it, or anything else on the menu for that matter. This isn't fancy, precious cuisine, it's a reliable local bistro and it's always our inevitable default when we're looking for something spontaneous but special. It has never disappointed.

Had lunch today at Jacques Brasserie. Comfortable restaurant with pleasant, friendly, professional staff and a perfect French bistro menu. P.S. The creme brule is wonderful!

Over the years I have been to this restaurant several times, since I live in the neighborhood. I like the outside seating, so prefer going during the spring and summer time. But the bar is very pleasant too. The restaurant is on a quiet side street. The sidewalk is wide enough to accommodate a double row of tables and give you the sense of privacy. The food is delicious, the poulet roti, salad nicoise, the creme brulee are outstanding. The prices in my opinion are not higher that many restaurants on the upper east side or in NYC. For the quality of the food It is a good value. The service is relaxed, you do not get the feeling they are trying to get you out quickly. Great for brunch or dinner. Try this restaurant, you will not be disappointed.

Average bistro in Manhattan. Food o k, but nothing to shout about. Went there for brunch. Limited choice. Restaurant quite pleasant, service fine, location downmarket.

This was our favorite Sunday "go to" place. Food was good, setting was lovely, and service was "acceptable". But when we went there recently, a big green B from Dept of health wa on window. C'est dommage. What happened? Waiting to see the A rating displayed so we can go back.

Hubby and I recently tried this restaurant with our friends. I wanted to try another type of French restaurant. This is a classic-looking cafe with indoor and outdoor seating areas. We didn't order appetizers and went straight for the entrees. I ordered the roasted half chicken, which was served with mashed potatoes. My chicken dish was good. Hubby had the Niçoise salad. Both dishes were very good. I thought they could do better with the chicken. It was nothing special, with a nice taste, but it was average. I expected more in terms of tenderness and flavor. Hubby's Nicoise salad was better than my chicken dish. Our waiter for the evening was Fernando (I think that's his name). He took care of our table professionally. He read the specials, but we ordered from a regular menu. I was glad to try the restaurant. I ended the evening with a cup of green tea without any desserts.

This evening my wife and I had dinner for the 30th time here, since the food is always delicious and ambiance is authentic ‘French bistro’. Little did we know that a new Maitre ‘D, whose name is Enrico was on duty. The place was no more than a quarter full and we asked for a table for three that we nearly always sit at, that has room to be comfortable for a 6 footer, and instead we were told ‘we had reservations’. After our hour+ meal, no one ever showed. In fact there were only 6 people and three empty tables containing 9 empty seats. Best of all, when we were leaving, and had requested that we speak to him as we left, he found some hiding place, so that he didn’t have to confront us. How was probably smart to do that because I had some unkind words to say to him, including that I didn’t expect him to last long!! Bye bye Enrico!!

and if you live in the neighborhood, this is a good spot for them! Four of us had supper here on a noisy (yes, it is noisy!) Friday night. They appear to do a big bar business and it is a typical bistro atmosphere (think Paris!) We all had the mussels in mustard/shallot sauce which was delicious. Someone said the bread was great????? Maybe if you're starving. If you don't want the "frites", they'll give you salad...but expect to pay extra to substitue for spinach or green beans. (We did...both were good) Apple tart was mediocre - they're not known for desserts (at least according to our friends, who eat there often) . In short, if you're looking for mussels and you're on the upper east side, I think you'll be pleased.

incredibly rude staff - when i was there the last time they were v. disrespectful to a lovely older woman who was eating alone. after seeing that i will never go back.

Very nice service, fabulous st joseph 2010 wine, terrific veal risotto, and great tart tartine Their style. The appetizers are stellar. As well with snails scooped out not cups with extra garland c butter and beet salad. They have daily specials but all dishes were made perfectly and my wife's came out perfect and the ones frites were delightfully crisp. Have been here several other times and it was equally fine. The wine wS a bargain. And was 98 on the drink ability scale. Highly recommend and looking be music Thursday through Saturday

We were lucky enough to visit on a Thursday. Heard the Jazz with Sarah Hayes band. Wow! We were so entertained. Coupled with the incredible menu and the lovely wine! (Try the Chicken) My husband and I enjoyed the best date night...We'll go back!

Upper East-siders, and many NYC foodies, know this place as a go-to spot to soak in the true French bistro vibe. Not huge however there's a 2nd room to the right which can accommodate much more seating or even small private parties. Great food but no heavy attitude - thank you! White tablecloths, great service, but reasonable prices. Excellent wine selections, which the owner prides himself in hand picking. There's a small but very nice bar area just for a drink or a bite too. And kitchen cooks on the late side for the UES area (10-ish). By the way the brunch menu is very different and offers some very interesting dishes plus the usual benedict and omelets. Many dishes have a Moroccan flair as well as the traditional French. There's a prix fix as well. BUT, THE MUSSELS are the 'dish to have' on at least one of your visits here, with several sauce options - awesome and filling with fresh baguette and butter on the side. A meal in itself. Try it, you'll love it. Please give me a thumbs up if this review helped you.

There is no shortage of French ( or claiming to be French) restaurants in the city. This one has a genuine French cuisine. low key French music and almost authentic French dishes. Similarities stop here. The food is served American style with oversupply of calories in every dish, So be careful. If hungry go there and you will be more than satisfied. Do not go on the scale, however, after the meal is completed. Just go on diet for a few days.

Accommodatingly AWESOME! I ate here on Saturday, 4/14/18 along with 26 high school students and 2 colleagues. The orders were executed flawlessly along with all the special requests from students. The wait staff were kind and attentive. The food was delicious. I can't wait to come back with my husband so that I can enjoy a glass of Cotes du Rhone with my meal.

ON a recent Saturday night this place was hopping and noisy. The service is not great and I can't imagine the pre-theater dinner getting you out in time to go to Broadway but it might work for a local movie theater. The escargot was perfectly buttery and garlicky, quite delicious. The mussels were great, not too much food, just right, and the frites were crisp. The special fish, halibut this time, was okay, and whatever was under the fish was rather gross. Overall a fun evening

I happily return to Jacques every time I am on that part of Manhattan. I am a big fan of French cuisine and let me tell you this place has it right. My favorite are the mussels which is a must try. The stuff members are lovely, funny and very helpful. The wine selection is just about right and their bread is to die for. I am looking forward to my next visit at Jacques.

I've been going to this place ever since it opened. I'm particularly fond of the Moules + Frites, which, at $20 are great value, even with a glass of wine. The menu is typical French bistro fare, well presented and quite good. The dining room is simple but nice and the bar area is a great place to have a drink either alone or with a couple of friends. The wait staff is pleasant and efficient sometimes, and downright rude at other times. Still, this is a standout on the Upper East Side off Third Avenue.

had a nice dinner with a friend - she had Coq au Vin and I soup and the Goat Cheese Napoleon - both really good. Service was very good and the bill reasonable.

We revisited here after a few years' absence-so many restaurants, so little time-and we were sorry we waited so long. Cozy banquettes and atmosphere in two rooms. Professional wait staff and service. Background music not intrusive. Customers all looked like regulars. Excellent escargot, even if a little sandy. Hangar steak done as requested. Vol au vent really enjoyable. We will come back again for that special French brasserie experience.

LOVE LOVE LOVE this place! The food is french and FANTASTIC - we've never had a bad meal here. We've ate breakfast/lunch and dinner and they've all been fantastic meals. It is a little bistro, and when busy can get a little crowded and warm, but it also is part of the atmosphere. We love sitting on the patio just out front as it is great to people watch.

I like the vibe of this place and liked, but didn't love my trout. It seemed a bit dry (cooked too far ahead?), but the presentation on puréed celeriac with pistachios, capers and sautéed spinach was different and a welcome change from the usual. My salad with endive and blue cheese was very nice. Service was most pleasant.

Stopped in after visiting the Met. Was looking for a cheese plate and cold beer. Had the most amazing cheeses! I wasnt crazy about the first beer I ordered so the waiter brought me samples of their other offerings and swapped out my first beer. Much appreciated. Definitely a great find.

Service was great right from the start. Food was also very good. The table had steak, scallops and the mussels. Just like Paris. The salads were decent size and very good. would go back.

A lovely friendly Brasserie with amazing atmosphere, cozy sitting, wonderful food, great libation selection, fantastic attentive service, interesting bar, and a large adjacent dining room for larger parties, It is also a quiet place with reasonable prices. It also has sidewalk seating of Third Avenue. On Thursday evening Blues & Jazz is offered. Love the place!!

I owe Jacques an apology, which is another way of saying what an idiot I am for not coming back sooner! My wife and I went there to celebrate Bastille Day last evening and had a really terrific meal, probably the best mussles we've ever had. For quiet some time, whenever we're in the mood for mussles, we've been going to Flex and have always been satisfied, but never thrilled. Last night showed us what we've been missing and what truly fabulous mussles should taste like. My wife had the Dijonnaise and I had the Provencale, and both were out of this world! The waiter was wonderful -- friendly and attentive. We also had a special Bastille Day punch which was sublime, and at $7 a glass I can only hope they keep it on the menu! Vive la France! Vive la Jacques!!!

Disastrous service. One person in our party of four didn’t get her entree. After struggling to get the server to bring it to his attention, he said, “I’ll bring it out.” It was obvious that he hadn’t ordered it. NO acknowledgement of this, NO apologies. Server never asked how my husband and I wanted our entrees cooked. Avoid the tables in the bar area. Loud, screeching women. None of the bus boys spoke English. The food was good and they do have excellent beef tartare. To top it off, while my husband was in the bathroom, he got spritzed by a room perfumer that works automatically and is placed in front of the urinals aimed at the persons??? Jacket has to go to the cleaners. Jacques needs a good manager.

Since opening in 2000, Jacques has had its ups and downs, but now seems to have settled into a reliable bistro. If you make multiple visits, you may see the same faces, and the bartender, Sal Fella, greets you warmly. You may dine on the same fare as a Paris bistro: escargots, foie gras, onion soup, and frisée des lardons. But Jacques' real specialty is mussels and french fries: moules et frites. Let your imagination take you to the Normandy coast, a specialty there. You can choose from five different versions, including the classic marinière made from white wine. Another memorable entrée is tuna tartare, along with the familiar steak frites (which can often be tough and dry, dependiing on how it's cooked) Foreign visitors tend to love Jacques, because it makes them feel at home. Being a neighborhood bistro, Jacques doesn't aspire to grande cuisine, in the manner of Le Cirque or La Grenouille. But in its 16 years of operation, Jacques has earned a loyal following for its food - and in summer it's open for outside dining.