La Bonne Soupe

Name: La Bonne Soupe
Address: 48 West 55th St., New York, NY, United States, 10019
Telephone: (212) 586-7650
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8 (7)

$31 to $50

French

48 West 55th St., New York, NY 10019

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Kid-friendly
Innovative

The haute-cuisine Midtown of Lutèce and La Côte Basque is just a ghost now. I can’t quite believe I’m saying this, but its spirit of French cooking may be strongest at La Bonne Soupe on West 55th Street. For most of its 48-year run, the compact zinc bar and exposed ceiling beams conjured Paris more faithfully than the menu, where “Les Burgers” were a mainstay.

Recently, though, the kitchen was handed to Nicolas Frezal, who helped revive a Right Bank bistro called Astier after putting in time at the Ritz. He gave the menu a haircut, and brought on new dishes like a housemade terrine with bread from Poilâne... and beef bourguignon exactly the way I always hope it will be made, down to the nest of fresh egg noodles. I like it even better than the motto in the restaurant’s window: “Ici pas de chi chi.” - Pete Wells, New York Times Restaurant Critic

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French, Wine Bar, Bistro
Hours of operation
Daily 12:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(212) 586-7650
Website
http://labonnenyc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Nicolas Frezal
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
48 West 55th St., New York, NY 10019
Neighborhood
Midtown East
Cross street
5th and Avenue of the Americas
Parking details
Icon Parking at 1350 Avenue of the Americas (6th Ave.) Entrance to lot is located on 55th street and offers reduced rates with validation from La Bonne Soupe.
Public transit
57th Street F Station. 53rd & 5th Ave E Station. 57th Street NQRW.
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Omelette Parisienne*$16.00
Free-range eggs, French ham, Comté & chives. Served with potatoes & mixed-greens salad
Chef's Omelette*$16.00
Free-range eggs, diced tomato, goat cheese, basil. Served with potatoes & mixed-greens salad
French Toast$15.00
Thick sliced pain de mie, free-range eggs, milk, brown sugar, powdered sugar, caramelized apple

Sandwiches

Add Pommes Frites +$5

Eggplant Sandwich$18.00
Eggplant confit, tomatoes, créme fráiche, in toasted baguette
Croque Madame*$18.00
French ham, béchamel, gruyère, fried egg on whole wheat sourdough
Burger de la Maison*$20.00
Our signature ground beef, thick sliced Brie, caramelized omions, arugula, La Bonne mustard vinaigrette
Steak Sandwich*$21.00
Melted Swiss cheese, caramelized onions, frisée, on toasted baguette

Pommes Frites$10.00
Leeks Vinaigrette$13.00
mustard seeds, crispy capers, mayonnaise
Butternut Squash Dip$15.00
Served with olive pita bread
Mature Cheese$14.00
Served with toasted pain poilane
Escargot de Bourgogne$17.00
Served with bread
Pâté de la Maison*$16.00
Served with toasted pain poilane, radishes, butter
Steak Tartar*$17.00
Capers, cornichons, worcestershire sauce, mayonnaise, croutons
Fondue au Fromage$50.00
Served with diced baguette, potatoes, apples & cornichon

Entrées

Portabella Mushroom Steak w/ Frites$23.00
Served with vegetarian peppercorn sauce, topped with pommes frites
Chicken Confit*$26.00
Slow cooked chicken thighs, mashed potatoes, carrot
Boeuf Bourguignon$27.00
Beef chuck slow cooked in red wine with roasted carrots, pearl onions & mushrooms on bed of fresh tagliatelle
Moules Frites*$27.00
Steamed mussels, dijon, white wine, shallots, créme fráiche. Served with pommes frites
Duck a la Grenade*$36.00
Roasted duck breast, fingerling potatoes, apricots, pomegranate sauce
Steak Frites*$43.00
10 oz Bavette steak covered in peppercorn sauce. Served with pommes frites

Soup

Créme Andalouse$12.00
Tomatoes, celery, blended long grain rice, lime zest, Served with fresh sliced baguette
French Onion Soup$15.00
Caramelized onions in beef stock with croutons & melted gruyère

Salads

Caesar Salad$15.00
Romaine lettuce, caesar dressing, croutons & parmesan
Fruit & Goat Cheese Salad$17.00
Sliced apples, mandarín, grapefruit, sliced almonds, fried goat cheese
Baby Kale Chicken Paillard*$22.00
Grilled chicken breast, baby kale, warm quinoa, grapes, ricotta salata, green chili vinaigrette

Salads Add-on

Grilled Chicken$6.00
Salmon$10.00
Steak$15.00

Dessert

Profiterole de Bistro$10.00
Créme Caramel$10.00
Chocolate Molten Cake$10.00
Served with scoop of greek yogurt gelato

Wine

Ask us for our full wine list

Sparkling

Alsace, Maison Willm, NV
- Gl$15.00
- Bt$50.00

Rosé & Orange

Provence, Château Saint Baillon 2020
- Gl$15.00
- Bt$50.00
Christina, Chardonnay Orange
- Gl$18.00
- Bt$58.00

White

Mâcon-Villages, La Crochette 2018
- Gl$15.00
- Bt$50.00
Sancerre, Dm. Fernand Girard 2020
- Gl$17.00
- Bt$54.00
Chablis, Domaine Oudin
- Gl$20.00
- Bt$74.00

Red

Bordeaux, Château Tire Pe, Diem 2020
- Gl$17.00
- Bt$54.00
Pinot Noir, Frédéric Esmonin 2020
- Gl$17.00
- Bt$51.00
Cotes du Rhóne, La Roche Buissiére, 2019
- Gl$17.00
- Bt$54.00
Rioja, Sp. La Rioja Alta, Vina Alberdi
- Gl$17.00
- Bt$54.00

Beer

$10

Kronenbourg 1664 - France
Threes Brewing I Hate Myself IPA - Brooklyn
Aval Cider - France

Cocktails

Central Park South$17.00
Wódka Vodka, Singani 63, Rosemary Cordial & Muddled Cucumber
Comic Strip$15.00
Redemption Bourbon, Cochi di Torino Rouge, Bonal, Bouquet des Borderies Cognac, Creme de Peche
Paroles Paroles$15.00
Rhum J.M., Rockey's Milk Punch, Cinnamon Cordial, Pineapple Juice
Fais Pas Ci, Fais Pas Ca.$15.00
Calvados, Hot Cinnamon Tea, Red Wine
Rosemary Gimlet$15.00
Hayman's Oíd Tom Gin, Rosemary Cordial, Lime Juice
Winter Negroni$15.00
Redemption Bourbon, Campari, Cocchi Vermouth di Torino
Mulled Wine$15.00
Hot Red Wine, Cinnamon, St. Elizabeth Allspice Dram

What 7 people are saying

La Bonne Soupe reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.8

4.8 based on all time ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.3Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

73 Reviews

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DianeR VIP
Chicago / Illinois70 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 19, 2022
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We had a nice time on our first visit to La Bonne Soupe. It was a busy pre-theater time and the staff was a little stressed, but stayed pleasant. For me, the entree choices were limited—heavy meat dishes or sandwiches were the main choices. I ended up adding salmon to a Caesar salad—a little boring. The salmon was nicely cooked, the salad was drenched in dressing and had to be cut with knife and fork. On the positive side, the oysters, mussels and duck enjoyed by others were good choices. Prices are competitive for the neighborhood.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
In addition to excellent service and delicious food, the menu was really interesting and appealing.
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DianeM
New York City4 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 27, 2022
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
bourguignon was too fatty and noodles over cooked
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eatsjfk
New York City21 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 24, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Friendly, laid-back French stalwart. Relaxed and reliable - so happy it’s still around.
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PickyGourmand
South Carolina26 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 24, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
La Bonne Soupe does a fantastic job of presenting classic French dishes. All ingredients and dishes are fresh, service is impeccable and prices are low given the neighborhood and the quality of food. I go there for lunch regularly and recommend heartily. Only criticism is that the decor is a bit tired, but ... c'est la vie, and for me offset and then some by the quality of food and service.
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PickyGourmand
South Carolina26 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 23, 2022
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Great food, good value. One of my favorite Midtown lunch places.
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HillaryE VIP
San Francisco Bay Area22 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 23, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food, great live music, excellent service
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The reviews below were submitted before January 1, 2012, when this restaurant changed management.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
Dined on December 12, 2011
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Excellent food at a reasonable price for NYC. The fish "skate" was outstanding and we were surprised to find it on the menu. * people in our party and everyone enjoyed their meal.
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Babe
New York City2 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2011
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
My daughter, daughter-in-law and I had Sunday brunch at La Bonne Soupe and were delighted with the entire experience. It is small but we had reservations and had no wait. The server was very plesant and helpful and the meal was wonderful and affordable. I would highly recommend it. Carol H.
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Foodie VIP
New York City54 reviews
Dined on December 3, 2011
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
A little France in midtown Manhattan. Fun menu of good crepes (like they're served in the creperies in France), fondue, great onion soup and salads,..., something for everyone. Reservations are crucial to avoid a long wait outside on busy days. Will still be somewhat frantic, busy when arriving but worth the wait for a table. Once we were seated we all thoroughly enjoyed the experience.
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48 West 55th St., New York, NY 10019

Additional information

Cross street
5th and Avenue of the Americas
Neighborhood
Midtown East
Hours of operation
Daily 12:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French, Wine Bar, Bistro
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Icon Parking at 1350 Avenue of the Americas (6th Ave.) Entrance to lot is located on 55th street and offers reduced rates with validation from La Bonne Soupe.
Public transit
57th Street F Station. 53rd & 5th Ave E Station. 57th Street NQRW.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Nicolas Frezal
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://labonnenyc.com/
Phone number
(212) 586-7650

La Bonne Soupe

About this restaurant

Not available on OpenTable

There’s more to explore

Additional information

Breakfast

Omelette Parisienne*$16.00

Chef's Omelette*$16.00

French Toast$15.00

Sandwiches

Eggplant Sandwich$18.00

Croque Madame*$18.00

Burger de la Maison*$20.00

Steak Sandwich*$21.00

Shares

Pommes Frites$10.00

Leeks Vinaigrette$13.00

Butternut Squash Dip$15.00

Mature Cheese$14.00

Escargot de Bourgogne$17.00

Pâté de la Maison*$16.00

Steak Tartar*$17.00

Fondue au Fromage$50.00

Entrées

Portabella Mushroom Steak w/ Frites$23.00

Chicken Confit*$26.00

Boeuf Bourguignon$27.00

Moules Frites*$27.00

Duck a la Grenade*$36.00

Steak Frites*$43.00

Soup

Créme Andalouse$12.00

French Onion Soup$15.00

Salads

Caesar Salad$15.00

Fruit & Goat Cheese Salad$17.00

Baby Kale Chicken Paillard*$22.00

Salads Add-on

Grilled Chicken$6.00

Salmon$10.00

Steak$15.00

Dessert

Profiterole de Bistro$10.00

Créme Caramel$10.00

Chocolate Molten Cake$10.00

Wine

Sparkling

Alsace, Maison Willm, NV

Rosé & Orange

Provence, Château Saint Baillon 2020

Christina, Chardonnay Orange

White

Mâcon-Villages, La Crochette 2018

Sancerre, Dm. Fernand Girard 2020

Chablis, Domaine Oudin

Red

Bordeaux, Château Tire Pe, Diem 2020

Pinot Noir, Frédéric Esmonin 2020

Cotes du Rhóne, La Roche Buissiére, 2019

Rioja, Sp. La Rioja Alta, Vina Alberdi

Beer

Kronenbourg 1664 - France

Threes Brewing I Hate Myself IPA - Brooklyn

Aval Cider - France

Cocktails

Central Park South$17.00

Comic Strip$15.00

Paroles Paroles$15.00

Fais Pas Ci, Fais Pas Ca.$15.00

Rosemary Gimlet$15.00

Winter Negroni$15.00

Mulled Wine$15.00

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