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Jean Claude 2

4.5
4.5
1143 Reviews
$30 and under
French
"We have proudly served fine French cuisine to our SOHO neighborhood for over 20 years! We are excited about our new location in the Upper East Side". Bon Appétit.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 15 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    French

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch/Lunch: Daily: 11:00am - 4:00pm; Dinner: Nightly: 5:30pm - 11:00pm

  • Phone number

    (212) 249-3400

  • Payment options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

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What 1,143 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. sandrak

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excelllent food, wonderful staff...a neighborhood gem
  2. BarbaraM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The atmosphere was great. We all enjoyed our food choices. The prices were reasonable for the upper Eastside. The service was friendly and efficient . This was my second visit but not my last.
  3. Hottietoddie

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good food and service. Just eat here you will not regret it.
  4. Franny

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food is always outstanding. Great neighborhood restaurant
  5. deepee

    West Palm Beach

    29 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience4
    waited for a burger and a salad for over an hour!!!! lunch time and fairly quite...didnt understand the delay....
  6. Barjaka

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    taste a bit boring... even escargot not wonderful. bread not warm
  7. LaBelleVie

    Philadelphia

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Three of us enjoyed a lovely brunch on a rainy Sunday to celebrate a birthday and a new job. This may be my new favorite spot, though Orsay is wonderful. The staff was très gentille and pleasantly surprised us by singing, “Happy birthday, Miss America!” to my beautiful friend. The service, food, and ambience were wonderful. Chocolate mousse par excellence. It was quiet, and we were able to stay for about three hours, perhaps because it wasn’t a full house due to the inclement weather. Une belle restaurant
  8. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food. Perfect service. Great atmosphere
  9. rickiet

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Have been many times and we always enjoy it. The omelettes and fries were both great. Our server was very friendly
  10. BillG

    New York Area

    53 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience3
    I order steak frites almost always. One out of three times, the steak is terrible-fatty, overcooked, or chewy. Consistency is a problem.
  11. ritak

    New York Area

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    People from Massachusetts thought everything was wonderful
  12. ilenem

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service. Very leisurely lunch with a friend.
  13. Masjon

    New York Area

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    There were three of us and other than the dessert, a tart tatin,, which was not properly heated through, food was well prepared and presented.
  14. Barry

    New York Area

    12 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall3food5service5ambience4
    Great local place until the bill came with a surcharge for using a credit card!!
  15. Andrea

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious, well-plated, and well-portioned. Not so much that I needed to take home food, leave food on the plate, or stuff myself. Sometimes American restaurants seem to compete on how many calories they can fit on a plate and call it a meal, more like three meals... and I'm a big person. Ha! Seriously, the staff were great and in particular, Carlo. His wide, open, exuding smile lifts the spirits of anyone who encounters him. I asked him about it and he told me he is truly happy. I had to give him a hug! Enjoy!
  16. OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    excellent food and great service a little loud sitting outside but only a little
  17. Klar

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Great restaurant to go to, the food is very good and the service is always excellent!
  18. Nange25

    New York Area

    49 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Consistently good whether I am here for brunch, lunch or dinner. Brought a friend who had never been and I think she will be a new customer. Tuna tartare was excellent as was the red snapper special with quinoa. The ambiance is true French bistro. A neighborhood gem!
  19. Jeff

    New York Area

    88 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    88 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great French food for a good value. Staff is super friendly and helpful,
  20. Sparky

    New York Area

    201 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    201 reviews

    Dined on April 4, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Salmon and tuna were delicious and server was very attentive. Nice open outdoor space but unfortunately 2nd Ave. is very noisy. A great neighborhood restaurant.
  21. anon

    New York Area

    66 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    66 reviews

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience3
    The portions were TINY!! We were starving when we left; had an appetizer & main course. Not worth the high prices.
  22. JimDandy

    New York Area

    55 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    55 reviews

    Dined on March 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    From soup to nuts, everything was delicious. I’ve been to this restaurant several times but this was probably the best overall experience. I’ll be back.
  23. ZondraB

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A neighborhood gem! So much like the cafes in the 7th arrondissement we love in Paris. Nicest staff - ran into neighbors last night and made plans to get together there for dinner in a couple of weeks. We usually get the cod and salmon (both perfectly cooked and beautifully plated) and enjoy a delicious French wine. Our neighbors were raving about the lamb. Can’t wait to return.
  24. SueG

    New York Area

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on March 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous French restaurant. Great service, lovely atmosphere delicious food. Try the skate couscous. Yum.
  25. Justintyme

    New York Area

    194 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    194 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Jean Claude 2 is a wonderful restaurant from the food, to the service, to the ambiance! You always receive a warm welcome as you walk in. The service is exceptional and the food is awesome! What else can you possibly want?
  26. JessicaB

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good grasp of classics. Friendly staff. Enjoyed our meal.
  27. KathleenC

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    Nice staff. Food a little salty
  28. Ronny

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    We have been to John Claude 2 several times. Food, the service and the friendliness of the staff are what we expect. That is why we keep going back.
  29. ATNYC

    New York Area

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on February 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love Jean Claude 2 and frequent diner. Everything on the menu my friends and I have tried is delicious. I was there last night with a party of 8 and the service was as detailed and fantastic as when just 2 of us have been there. The staff is very friendly, attentive, check-in often, have great suggestions and offer opinions/recommendations.
  30. AlanL

    New York Area

    27 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on February 27, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience2
    Service was mediocre
  31. Bazza

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Jean Claude 2 never lets me down — wonderful food, great service. Gaspar is a superstar waiter.
  32. NancyG

    New York Area

    79 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    79 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Delicious meal
  33. JosselyneH

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 13, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    I was disappointed because they were out of duck which was the only reason we chose this restaurant..also they didn't list certain ingred6on the menu and my husband ended up not being able to eat most of his meal given the risotto was full of truffle oil and mushrooms which he doesn't eat..overall great service but disappointed with the food
  34. Spinner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and the service was outstanding.
  35. SueG

    New York Area

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food. Great service. Pretty atmosphere. Grown-up
  36. FrankS

    Palm Springs

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 9, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Very pleasant French bistro atmosphere. Welcoming and attentive, unpretentious staff. Authentic French cuisine and a good value.
  37. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Lovely little French cafe on the UES. Brunch was yummy and service A+!
  38. Bazza

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Consistently excellent food and service, which is why I keep returning.
  39. JoaH

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love this neighborhood restaurant
  40. Joanne

    New York Area

    71 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    71 reviews

    Dined on January 18, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    I love Jean Claude 2. Excellent service, very good food (a little heavy on the sauce; I should remember to order it on the side in the future) and if you go early (6:30) it's nice and quiet. I had the loin of lamb special of the evening on the recommendation of our server and it was very good (that gravy/sauce). My dining companion had his steak frites cooked as he asked and he enjoyed it. We shared a cheese plate as an appetizer and their outstanding mousse chocolat for dessert. A carafe of a very nice 2016 Bordeaux capped it all.

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Jean Claude 2 is rated 4.5 stars by 1143 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 15 times today
Google Map for Jean Claude 2

1343 2nd Avenue, New York, NY 10021

Additional information

  • Cross street

    70 and 71 street

  • Neighborhood

    Upper East Side

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch/Lunch: Daily: 11:00am - 4:00pm; Dinner: Nightly: 5:30pm - 11:00pm

  • Cuisines

    French

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking details

    Street Parking

  • Public transit

    6train to 68th street

  • Payment options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

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