Pascalou

Name: Pascalou
Address: 1308 Madison Avenue, New York, NY, United States, 10128
Telephone: (212) 534-7522
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.2

4.2

1045 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary French

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Chef owned French, cozy & quaint Upper East Side bistro with innovated French influence.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary French
Hours of operation
Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:00am - 3:45pm; Dinner: Monday - Friday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm, Saturday - Sunday: 5:00pm - 10:30pm; Brunch: Saturday - Sunday: 11:00am - 3:45pm
Phone number
(212) 534-7522
Website
http://www.pascalou.info/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Pascal Bonhomme
Catering
Dinner parties up to 10, delivered or picked up.
Private party facilities
The upstairs dining room seats up to 22 guests.
Private party contact
Pascal Bonhomme: (212) 534-7522

Location
1308 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10128
Neighborhood
Upper East Side
Cross street
93rd Street
Parking details
Street parking with meters available after 7pm. Parking garage also located around the corner.
Public transit
4 train to 96th Street, 4, 5 & 6 trains to 86th Street, and M1, M2, M3 & M4 buses to within one block of the restaurant.
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch

Soup of the Day
Warm Mussels Vinaigrette
Mixed Greens
with watercress, Danish blue cheese & garlic toast
Caesar Salad
with pecans & pear
Mesclun Salad
with green asparagus
Feta Salad
with avocado, tomatoes, cucumbers, & olives
Tomato, Mozzarella, Red Pepper & Basil
pesto & balsamic vinegar
Melon & Prosciutto
Scottish Smoked Salmon
+$1.50
Mousse du Canard Pate
with orange-cranberry relish
Warm Oriental Shrimp Dumplings
mixed greens & peanut sauce

Entrees

Thai Style Vegetable Wok
with peanuts, mint, cilantro & light curry
Spaghetti Pomodoro
in a light tomato sauce, mozzarella, basil & pesto
Corn Polenta
with lamb bolognese, spinach & goat cheese
Risotto Primavera
with green asparagus, pesto & pomodoro
Lobster Ravioli
scallop, shrimp, mussel & saffron sauce
Seafood Pot Pie Florentine
with steamed rice
Sauteed Skate
with capers, lemon, & tomatoes, spinach & rice
Roasted Salmon
rice, basil, tomato & side of tartar sauce
Crispy Chicken Milanaise
with arugula salad
Rosemary Roasted Half Chicken
& garlic mashed potatoes
Duck Leg Confit
hoisin glaze, mashed potatoes & green beans (+$2.50)
BBQ Black Angus Beef Short Ribs
vegetables & mashed potatoes
Grilled Lamb Chops
vegetables & mash potatoes (+$3)

Dessert

Dessert du Jour

What 1,045 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.2

4.2 based on all time ratings

4.2Food
4.1Service
3.9Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

1,045 Reviews

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SharonR
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 24, 2019
overall4food5service5ambience5
Delicious food and ambiance. We were there for brunch. Only negative a bit cramped
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sarat
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 23, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
It's a tiny little restaurant but so quaint and cute. The food was really good and the atmosphere charming.
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Lakers
Philadelphia
21 reviews
4.0
21 reviews
Dined on February 23, 2019
overall4food5service5ambience5
Restaurant is tiny but charming (expands to outdoor space in Spring/Summer) Tables are squeezed together (more challenging with bulky winter clothing). Servers are lovely and accommodating. Sadly, espresso machine was not working so we missed our cappuccino. Light brunch options were very good.
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AgnesW
New York Area
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on February 20, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always superb! My favorite neighborhood bistro for excellent food, warm ambience & attentive service. You really do feel like u’re at a left bank Parisian cafe along a side street just off the Boulevard St. Germaine.
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SusanS
New York Area
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 20, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience3
Very pleasant dining experience. Read the reviews and picked it for lunch before the museum. Loved our waiter and the food that we ordered was delicious. Would definitely return when in the neighborhood.
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judithv
New York Area
52 reviews
vip
4.0
52 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
A real find! The early bird dinner is a financial wonder and the choices on it are great & delicious!
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Local
New York Area
4 reviews
vip
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2019
overall2food2service2ambience4
Usually very good but missed on all food points tonight. Had to return appetizers and the main meal did not seem fresh. Will definitely try again.
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AnnK
New York Area
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
charming restaurant, very good food at reasonable prices and reasonable noise level
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armonkfan
New York Area
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lunch with fiends topped our visit to nyc. Food service an ambiance are exceptional
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JacquelineR
New York Area
132 reviews
vip
5.0
132 reviews
Dined on February 17, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful service and great food. I’m will be back for sure
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2019
overall3food3service4ambience3
Valentine Day and it was not crowded.
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Peterpan
New York Area
173 reviews
vip
4.0
173 reviews
Dined on February 11, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
We've enjoyed Pascalou twice now, and have not been disappointed either time. They prepare escargot in such a way that is a bit lighter and ample for a "share". The service is warm and accommodating, noise level does not interfere with conversation and we thoroughly intend on returning. A great spot for the UES.
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LesleyH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 11, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent as always. Good to be able to specify a particular table, and it's always been granted. Prix fixe always good, and proper french bread and decent butter. On a snowy night when we had the upstairs to ourselves they gave me both desserts du jour, which was a lovely gesture and saved me choosing. great place, lovely people running it.
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Lovedarkchoc
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
We were 6 women and everyone enjoy their choices and their meal! Brunch special had great choices and fair pricing, too! Being near the door on a cold day was a little drafty.
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samV
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful staff. Amazing food. 5 stars, I highly recommend
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Matt
New York Area
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
Really delicious, great hospitality
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David
New York Area
51 reviews
vip
5.0
51 reviews
Dined on February 7, 2019
overall5food5service4ambience5
Wonderful all around. The chef made a personal appearance and took questions.
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CatherineK
Atlanta Metro
96 reviews
vip
5.0
96 reviews
Dined on February 6, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Another fantastic meal! Y’all cook the fish perfectly every single time. Thank you!
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piccigato
New York Area
43 reviews
vip
4.0
43 reviews
Dined on February 5, 2019
overall4food5service4ambience3
We ate dinner on a Monday night . We were seated upstairs so it was quiet up there. The restaurant is very small and the tables are quite close together. The food was very good with good sized portions. The waitress was nice but I think the service downstairs is a little better since the wait staff does not have to climb those stairs up and down. I still recommend it.
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CatherineK
Atlanta Metro
96 reviews
vip
5.0
96 reviews
Dined on February 2, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
I love Pascalou. I make a point to come every visit to the city. The food is always great and it’s a delightful experience every single time. Thanks again!!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
DELICIOUS cheese soufflés! Wonderful service! Consistent and good quality food!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 25, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great as usual. Charming and yummy.
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MarcG
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 24, 2019
overall5food4service5ambience5
Terrific service and wonderful value, especially given the neighborhood.
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HappyFoodie
New York Area
43 reviews
vip
5.0
43 reviews
Dined on January 23, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Authentic small French bistro. Reminded me of Paris. Crabcakes, Fois Gras, Osso Bucco, yummy good and reasonable prices. A real find!
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Carmenuu
New York Area
172 reviews
vip
5.0
172 reviews
Dined on January 22, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
It’s a very French place,service is really good. Seared foie gras, ir excellent, without broken your wallet. Salads are good. We like this place.
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silviam
New York Area
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on January 21, 2019
overall5food4service5ambience5
always reliable good food, good service and a restaurant where dining at leisure is a pleasure
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JanisC
Montreal
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 20, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Cozy little French restaurant perfect for dinner after a visit to the Guggenheim. Well prepared skate and delicious other dishes. Friendly staff as well, even though I mistakenly broke a side plate!
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EllenS
New York Area
57 reviews
vip
5.0
57 reviews
Dined on January 18, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
Friend and I had lunch last week at Pescalou. Her first time there, my second. Feeling of stepping into a neighborhood bistro in Paris, Left Bank. Food excellent; menu has large number of choices for lunch. Everything tasted fresh, was plentiful and looked appetizing. And not pricey! Waitress very accommodating, lovely person. We’ll be back!
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Carmenuu
New York Area
172 reviews
vip
5.0
172 reviews
Dined on January 17, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
It’s a tiny place, but is very cozy, we had an excellent waiter. Foie gras was really good. And carrot soup, and salad very good too. It’s very French.
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FabeF
New York Area
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on January 16, 2019
overall5food4service5ambience5
The food and service were quite good. I was disappointed that the dish I wanted (short ribs) which is a standard menu item there was not available that night. I ordered a lamb Tagine instead. It was good, but I would have liked it to have more pieces of lamb in it. The appetizers were delicious, and they were very accommodating. I will rant.certainly return to this restaurant
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EDWARDI
New York Area
30 reviews
4.0
30 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2019
overall4food5service5ambience4
Authentic Parisian bistro in NY ! I am French-American and have been living in Paris for over forty years and I felt ‘chez moi’, at home. Lunch prix-five is a great deal with a wonderful selection. Dishes are well served and everything was delicious. Cozy atmosphere which some might find cramped but I enjoyed. Service was very friendly. Worth the visit !
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ValeriaM
New York Area
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on January 13, 2019
overall5food5service4ambience3
Delicious food Unpretentious
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artgirl
New York Area
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 12, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
We had a very nice birthday celebration for my daughter. Everything was very good. Loved the Chocolate soufflé!
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JohnH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 7, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Took my wife for her birthday, and they were so accomodating and nice. We love Pascalou
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jamesr
New York Area
31 reviews
vip
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on January 7, 2019
overall5food4service4ambience4
Excellent bistro feel—cozy and welcoming! Amazing variety of food offerings, including salads, provincial appetizers and entrees, a Few pastas and numerous delicious desserts! How they do it Year after year is beyond me!
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OlivierM
Central Coast
6 reviews
vip
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on January 5, 2019
overall3food4service2ambience1
Tiny place. Brace yourself for the chilly air whenever the front door opens. But the hostess’s smile - or rather the lack of it - is even chillier. When we made our reservation we asked for a specific table, followed up our request with a phone call, but our request was disregarded. The food was good, but not sure it offset the dimension of the place and the coldness of the hostess.
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OpenTable Diner
Atlantic City
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 4, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved it Food was delicious
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Foodie
New York Area
75 reviews
vip
5.0
75 reviews
Dined on January 3, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delightful lunch. Nice variety for all types of palates. Good quantities.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
300 reviews
vip
4.0
300 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience3
We had a very delicious brunch on New Year Day. Not too crowded. Excellent options for appetizers, the main course, with great drinks and desserts.
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SwissTravelGuru
New York Area
21 reviews
4.0
21 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2018
overall4food4service4ambience4
A cosy French bistro convenient to Museum Mile. Great for lunch. Large choice of reasonably-priced dishes and specials. Friendly and attentive service.
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Pascalou offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 534-7522.

Pascalou is rated 4.2 stars by 1045 OpenTable diners.

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1308 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10128

Additional information

Cross street
93rd Street
Neighborhood
Upper East Side
Hours of operation
Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:00am - 3:45pm; Dinner: Monday - Friday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm, Saturday - Sunday: 5:00pm - 10:30pm; Brunch: Saturday - Sunday: 11:00am - 3:45pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary French
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street parking with meters available after 7pm. Parking garage also located around the corner.
Public transit
4 train to 96th Street, 4, 5 & 6 trains to 86th Street, and M1, M2, M3 & M4 buses to within one block of the restaurant.
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Pascal Bonhomme
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch

Website
http://www.pascalou.info/
Phone number
(212) 534-7522
Catering
Dinner parties up to 10, delivered or picked up.
Private party facilities
The upstairs dining room seats up to 22 guests.
Private party contact
Pascal Bonhomme: (212) 534-7522

Pascalou

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Additional information

Appetizers

Soup of the Day

Warm Mussels Vinaigrette

Mixed Greens

Caesar Salad

Mesclun Salad

Feta Salad

Tomato, Mozzarella, Red Pepper & Basil

Melon & Prosciutto

Scottish Smoked Salmon

Mousse du Canard Pate

Warm Oriental Shrimp Dumplings

Entrees

Thai Style Vegetable Wok

Spaghetti Pomodoro

Corn Polenta

Risotto Primavera

Lobster Ravioli

Seafood Pot Pie Florentine

Sauteed Skate

Roasted Salmon

Crispy Chicken Milanaise

Rosemary Roasted Half Chicken

Duck Leg Confit

BBQ Black Angus Beef Short Ribs

Grilled Lamb Chops

Dessert

Dessert du Jour

Overall ratings and reviews

FAQs

Does Pascalou offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Pascalou restaurant rated?

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