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Cafe d'Alsace, New York, NY

Cafe d'Alsace

4.7 (3747)
$30 and under
French
1703 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10128

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 103 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for brunch
Scenes of Alsace come to the forefront when walking into our upper east side corner jewel. From the curved pewter bar decorated with suspended antique seltzer bottles, to our colorfully tiled floors; our cozy restaurant evokes the essence of Alsace at every turn.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French, Mediterranean
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:30 pm Mon, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:45 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chef Philippe Roussel
  • Private party facilities
    Looking for a modern and intimate event space for up to 40 guests? Look no further! Our customizable venue is perfect for a range of events, from corporate meetings to small weddings and intimate celebrations. Our team will work with you to create the perfect experience.Contact us today to book your event and make unforgettable memories!
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Upper East Side
  • Cross street
    88th Street
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available, in addition to several nearby parking garages:Safeway Parking Corporation Garage New YorkParking Garage0.1 mi · 345 East 86th St(212) 410-960324 hoursIcon ParkingParking Garage0.1 mi · 301-329 East 86th St(212) 289-990524 hoursSavoy ParkingParking Garage0.3 mi · 118 East 86th St(212) 831-270024 hours
  • Public transit
    Q train to 86th Street and Second Avenue . 4/5/6 trains to 86th Street and Lexington Avenue.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 3,747 people are saying

Cafe d'Alsace reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cafe d'Alsace is a cherished neighborhood gem known for its "excellent French cuisine" and "wonderful staff." Chef Philippe Roussel crafts dishes with a "perfect balance of tradition and creativity." The wine list is "exceptional," and the ambiance is both "welcoming" and "authentic." It's a "favorite" for brunch, lunch, and dinner.
3,747 Reviews
  1. L. Tadd VIP

    New York City38 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Loved the variety on the menu. Great French Bistro. I loved the Alsatian Dish. Was typical and tasty.

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  2. C F VIP

    New York City54 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cafe D’Alsace serves consistently good food & the service is wonderful. A special shout out to our server last night - Justin - who was attentive, engaging, and professional.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    South Carolina1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great atmosphere and wonderful food It’s a go to neighborhood place

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  4. Diana VIP

    Los Angeles24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    There is nothing negative you can say about this restaurant. Brunch was amazing. If you don’t want the crepe soufflé for a meal, order it for dessert. It is a must. The ambiance is French, the service was amazing and everybody’s dish was memorable. We will be back.

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  5. MaryB VIP

    New York City12 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 3, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a lovely neighborhood restaurant with excellent food and wonderful staff. Unfortunately, there was a huge delay between our salads and entrée when I dined there the other night. This was very disappointing as the service is usually much better.

    1 person found this helpful

  6. sofia

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just wonderful! The patio, the Food, the service outstanding. No wonder every time I pass by is full

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  7. Fred VIP

    New York City71 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on June 2, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Usually an enjoyable experience in a French restaurant. One of my favorite places to eat in NYC. However, there is sometimes a problem with 'duck breast' which is my favorite dish. I ordered it medium rare--'closer to rare' and it came much closer to medium or well done. Ruined my birthday. The waiter apologized and gave us a desert on the house.
    Cafe d'AlsaceResponded on June 6, 2025
    Dear Fred, Thank you for your note, and I’m truly sorry to hear that the duck wasn’t cooked to your liking—especially on your birthday. That’s understandably disappointing, and we absolutely want to get things right for you. I did speak with your server about the evening, and it's my understanding that an offer was made to remake the dish, though it was declined at the time. Please know that we’re always happy to address issues like meat temperatures right away—your comfort and satisfaction are very important to us. I really appreciate your continued support and hope we’ll have the chance to welcome you back soon. If there’s ever anything I can do to make your next visit a better one, please don’t hesitate to reach out directly. Warmly, Gabriel General Manager

    1 person found this helpful

  8. Catalina

    Mexico City77 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 2, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was good. The frisée salad was very good. My husband ordered a Croque Madame and it was a little dry. The fries were excellent. We shared ice cream for dessert and it was delicious - the passion fruit sorbet was outstanding as well as the chocolate ice cream. Definitely the best part of the meal.

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  9. wendy

    New York City2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    The noise level was so loud we could barely hear each other speaking. Also, my chicken on the chicken club sandwich was dry and rubbery.
    Cafe d'AlsaceResponded on June 6, 2025
    Dear Wendy, I'm sorry to hear the noise level impacted your visit, and that the chicken in your club sandwich wasn’t as it should have been. Our brunches can get quite busy, though some parts of the restaurant are typically quieter—we’ll be sure to update your guest notes so we can seat you more comfortably in the future. Thank you again for sharing your experience. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back soon. Best, Gabriel General Manager

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Clifford VIP

    New York City15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Excellent French cuisine in pleasant upper East side location.

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FAQs

Cafe d'Alsace offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 722-5133.

Cafe d'Alsace is rated 4.7 stars by 3747 OpenTable diners.

Cafe d'Alsace does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 103 times today
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1703 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10128

Additional information

  • Cross street
    88th Street
  • Neighborhood
    Upper East Side
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:30 pm Mon, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:45 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available, in addition to several nearby parking garages:Safeway Parking Corporation Garage New YorkParking Garage0.1 mi · 345 East 86th St(212) 410-960324 hoursIcon ParkingParking Garage0.1 mi · 301-329 East 86th St(212) 289-990524 hoursSavoy ParkingParking Garage0.3 mi · 118 East 86th St(212) 831-270024 hours
  • Public transit
    Q train to 86th Street and Second Avenue . 4/5/6 trains to 86th Street and Lexington Avenue.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Philippe Roussel
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Looking for a modern and intimate event space for up to 40 guests? Look no further! Our customizable venue is perfect for a range of events, from corporate meetings to small weddings and intimate celebrations. Our team will work with you to create the perfect experience.Contact us today to book your event and make unforgettable memories!
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