Papillon Bistro and Bar

Name: Papillon Bistro and Bar
Address: 22 East 54 St., New York, NY, United States, 10022
Telephone: (212) 754-9006
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (1142)

$31 to $50

Bistro

22 East 54 St., New York, NY 10022

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2 people

Jun 30, 2025

9:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

About this restaurant

Good for business meals
Neighborhood gem
Lively

Papillon is a stunning classic French Bistro featuring an elegant rustic decor that brings you back through time to a provincial town in France. The exquisite decor is the perfect setting for Papillon's culinary delights. Located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, just steps from Central Park, Museum of Modern Art & the famous 5th Avenue shops, Papillon offers a fun environment where our guests feel like family. Our deceivingly large space offers dining experiences to match your every mood, whether you’re enjoying a craft cocktail on our sidewalk café, mingling with colleagues in one of our private rooms, or delighting in dinner and a show at our Opera Night on Saturdays. Get to know our killer staff, and enjoy a sense of community with a little something for everyone. At Papillon Bistro & Bar, every night is made better with just a touch of sophisticated debauchery!

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Bistro, French American
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–4:00 pm Bar Mon–Sat 11:30 am–1:00 am Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
(212) 754-9006
Website
http://www.papillonbistro.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Rogelio Martinez
Catering
We are available to cater events. Please contact us at events@cdg.nyc for more information.
Private party facilities
We can accommodate private events for parties of 15 up to 300 guests. Please contact our event coordinator Marisa via email at marisa@cdg.nyc for more information.
Private party contact
our Private Event Coordinator : (212) 754-9006

Location
22 East 54 St., New York, NY 10022
Neighborhood
Midtown East
Cross street
5th Ave & Madison Ave
Parking details
Parking garage across the street from Papillon.
Public transit
E & M Trains at 5th Ave / 53rd Street 6 Train at 51st Street
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Private dining

Offers

Happy Hour-Midtown’s French-Inspired Escape 🍷🍹🍻
Multiple dates available
Mon - Sat - 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM, 3:00 PM - 9:45 PM
Experience the charm of a French bistro in the heart of Midtown Manhattan with Papillon’s Happy Hour! Enjoy specially priced drinks and bites in our elegant yet lively bar. 📍 Only available at the bar** 🕒 Monday – Saturday | 3 PM – 5 PM** ✨ Happy Hour Specials: 🍻 Beers – $6 🍸 Cocktails – $12 🍷 Wines – $10 🍽️ Bar Bites – $15 Join us for great drinks, delicious bites, and a vibrant atmosphere. Terms and conditions apply. Cheers! 🥂 **terms and conditions apply**

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What 1,142 people are saying

Papillon Bistro and Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.4Service
4.3Ambience
4.3Value

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Papillon Bistro and Bar offers a vibrant atmosphere with "great food" and an inviting Midtown location. Guests appreciate the "attentive staff" and the variety on the menu, which includes standout items like the Croque Monsieur and chicken pesto sandwich. The restaurant shines with seasonal decor and "amazing" desserts like the Crème Brûlée Cheesecake, making it perfect for celebrations.

1,142 Reviews

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Bonnie
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill1 review
5.0
Dined on May 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Thank you for making our time in NYC so enjoyable and easy. We came up from North Carolina to celebrate our daughter's graduation from college and were staying in a nearby hotel. Our reservation for 8 people was easily booked in advance; we were promptly seated; staff was polite and attentive; everything from cocktails to coffee was excellent. Again, thank you for making our last evening in NYC so special for our family and friends.
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Marcus VIP
New York City12 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Waiting team was very responsive, upbeat disposition, serving with a smile
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Anouk VIP
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 6, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and atmosphere are great here. Close to work and convenient. Draft beers and their Croque Monsieur and fries are delicious. Would visit again. Thank you!
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Katherine
New York City7 reviews
1.0
Dined on April 10, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
By far the loudest place I’ve ever eaten. I am not a complainer, but this was horrible. Met a friend I haven’t seen in a while, and we had to SHOUT to hear one another. We could not hear our server either. There was not one but two private events taking place and we were seated right in the middle of it all. We spoke to the hostess who did not reseat us elsewhere or offer anything other than an apology. What a shame. The food was great. I will not return.
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elda
New York City5 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Food was delicious. I got the steak, my friend got the salmon. Everything was perfect I just wish the service was a little faster. It seemed like there was only one waitress for the entire second floor. That is never good. Especially during the lunch rush IN NYC. Creme Brule Cheesecake was AMAZING!! Overall, a great experience.
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Tracy VIP
New York City49 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 1, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Good, energetic spot for lunch. It was a business lunch and all enjoyed selections.
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OpenTable Diner
Schleswig-Holstein3 reviews
2.0
Dined on March 22, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Im Vergleich zu unserem letzten Besuch leider eine ganz kleine Karte zum Samstagsbrunch mit sehr wenig Auswahl. War leider enttäuschend zum letzten Besuch.
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Kumar VIP
New York City1 review
1.0
Dined on February 25, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Thought we were going to have a table with regular food menues but they sat us by the bar. with limited space and only serving bar food. Had a dinner scheduled with a client so was not ideal, we only had drinks with light appetizers but had to find another spot for a proper dinner. Didn't realize the place didn't serve regular menu.
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Handan
New York City1 review
3.0
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Place was very nice as well staff very friendly Food was ok did not meet expectations for price Great cocktails
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Kelly VIP
New York City103 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 6, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Fun, busy, restaurant with a good menu. Something for everyone. Great location in Midtown
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FAQs

Papillon Bistro and Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 754-9006.

Papillon Bistro and Bar is rated 4.6 stars by 1142 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Jun 30, 2025

9:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

22 East 54 St., New York, NY 10022

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
5th Ave & Madison Ave
Neighborhood
Midtown East
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–4:00 pm Bar Mon–Sat 11:30 am–1:00 am Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Bistro, French American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Parking garage across the street from Papillon.
Public transit
E & M Trains at 5th Ave / 53rd Street 6 Train at 51st Street
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Rogelio Martinez
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.papillonbistro.com/
Phone number
(212) 754-9006
Catering
We are available to cater events. Please contact us at events@cdg.nyc for more information.
Private party facilities
We can accommodate private events for parties of 15 up to 300 guests. Please contact our event coordinator Marisa via email at marisa@cdg.nyc for more information.
Private party contact
our Private Event Coordinator : (212) 754-9006

Papillon Bistro and Bar

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About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Private dining

BURGUNDY ROOM

PROHIBITION ROOM

PARLOR ROOM

ENTIRE SECOND FLOOR

SEMI PRIVATE SECTIONS

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Offers

Happy Hour-Midtown’s French-Inspired Escape 🍷🍹🍻

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What 1,142 people are saying

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