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La Boite en Bois, New York, NY

La Boite en Bois

4.5 (3353)
$31 to $50
French
75 West 68th Street, New York, NY 10023

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Tucked away in a brownstone on the Upper West Side, La Boite en Bois has been a favorite among diners since 1985. Family owned and operated, our attentive and well-trained staff will be sure to provide you with a memorable experience. As seen on Seinfeld, we are a short walk from Central Park, Lincoln Center, NYC Ballet, and the Metropolitan Opera.

With its rustic ambiance, diners are made to feel as though they are in a bistro in the French countryside. Serving classics from Escargot to Salmon to Roasted Duck to Mussels, you will be delighted with our extensive selections. We serve lunch everyday, with a variety of salads, soups, panini, and classic French dishes, such as Croque Monsieur, Seafood Crepes and Onion Soup. Come Saturday and Sunday for our Brunch, and enjoy Eggs Benedict, French Toast or a La Boite Burger.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:15 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Gino Barbuti
  • Catering
    All of our menu items are available for takeout. We offer local delivery. Find us on Seamless.
  • Neighborhood
    Lincoln Square
  • Cross street
    Columbus Ave and Central Park West
  • Parking details
    There is parking on the street and a lot at end of block.
  • Public transit
    Subway: 1,2,3,A,D
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 3,353 people are saying

La Boite en Bois reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Boite en Bois, a charming French bistro near Lincoln Center, delights with its "consistently excellent" cuisine and "wonderful" service. Guests rave about its "cozy, intimate atmosphere" and "authentic French menu." While the space is snug, the "classic small cozy New York restaurant" vibe enhances the dining experience.
3,353 Reviews
  1. Esther VIP

    New York City10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We always like to stop in at this Lincoln Center neighborhood gem. If you like French food,as we do, you'll appreciate the traditional dishes, which are always delicious. The place was quiet on a Friday night before the theater, and we were able to get in and out in plenty of time for our show. But I'd recommend going there with others who like French food, and spending some time. The ambiance is cozy French cafe, and it's a comfortable place to spend some time.

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  2. david

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistent as usual. Great specials and Ana mixes the best Vesper in NYC!

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  3. Lesli

    South Carolina1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exactly the type of restaurant we were looking for. Small, cozy, sophisticated.

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  4. Nancy VIP

    New York City196 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Hadn't been here in awhile, last time they still had prix fixte menus for pre-theater/Lincoln Center dining! This is better. Very hot night, A/C fine, they offered a cold poached salmon special which was appreiciated I'm sure, but once I was settled, with water and a glass of chilled rose, decided on what I had plaaned Moules frites! Nice atmosphere. service, will return sooner this time!

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  5. MARY

    Philadelphia County11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The tables are all next to each other, with little aisle room, but no one minds at all and we did not either. The servers are knowledgable and professional and service was reasonably timed. Food delicious and well prepared and plated. All the diners there seemed to enjoy their dinners. We will go again next time we are in NYC. ONE SUGGESTION: now that summer is here, with its accompanying heat, it would be nice to change the menu to offer some less heavy dishes. For example, lamb stew and Coq au van in the summer when the temperature approaches 90???

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  6. Sally VIP

    Los Angeles99 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good, but of course very pricey French bistro food. Tiny place so primetime is packed and noisy.

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  7. david

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best French Restaurants in NYC. Consistenly excellent.

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  8. marcy

    New York City59 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    The service help was varied, but mostly cold and prefunctory. Restaurant was pretty full at 530 and the turnover was quick and managed well. Food is good and varied. We were 4 friends and each had something different, including dessert Not too noisey in spite for the tables being VERY CLOSE Together. .

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  9. Vincent

    New York City11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food, nice ambiance - not cheap but not too expensive

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  10. Robert

    New York City11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Authentic French restaurant, with great menu, atmosphere, service, food. Thank you!

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FAQs

La Boite en Bois does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. La Boite en Bois also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 874-2705.

La Boite en Bois is rated 4.5 stars by 3353 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
Google Map for La Boite en Bois

75 West 68th Street, New York, NY 10023

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Columbus Ave and Central Park West
  • Neighborhood
    Lincoln Square
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:15 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    There is parking on the street and a lot at end of block.
  • Public transit
    Subway: 1,2,3,A,D
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Gino Barbuti
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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