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Award-winning

Orsay

Name: Orsay
Address: 1057-59 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY, United States, 10021
Telephone: (212) 517-6400 ext. 0
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.5

4.5

3286 Reviews

$50 and over

French

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Designed by partner Jean Denoyer, Orsay strikes that difficult balance of sophisticated-chic in a warm convivial atmosphere. Dark mahogany raised paneled walls meet Art Nouveau styled arches in a deep, creamy butter color. The floor is a work of art, Italian mosaic tiles in warm tones of precious metals hand laid in a beautiful fan pattern that floats in waves across the expanse of floor. Banquettes with high wood backs topped with frosted glass panels provide privacy if wanted, and the low, soft lighting emanates from Art Nouveau period chandeliers that Denoyer had custom designed. A 20-foot long zinc-topped wood bar shipped in one piece from France, and French doors that spill onto the sidewalk terrace. This elegant Parisian-style brasserie marries modern French cuisine and classic brasserie fare.

Starting August 16th we will kindly ask our guests to help us follow Metropolitan regulations regarding
COVID -19, proof of vaccination is required for all guests upon entry.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
French, Seafood, Prime Rib
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–5:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(212) 517-6400 ext. 0
Website
http://www.orsayrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Michael Otsuka
Catering
We offer outside catering.
Private party facilities
Orsay has an elegant secluded private room on the second floor. It can seat up to 70 guests or up to 100 for cocktails. Orsay also offers a semi-private area in our art nouveau main dining room that can accommodate up to 25 guests. The entire main dining room can accommodate up to 150 guests.
Private party contact
Melanie Scheuing: (212) 517-0015

Location
1057-59 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10021
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Neighborhood
Upper East Side
Cross street
75th Street and Lexington Avenue
Parking details
There is a garage on 75th street between Lexington and Park.
Public transit
6 train to 77th Street, then walk south two blocks.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, High Tea, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

What 3,286 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

3,286 Reviews

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BobtheDiner
Los Angeles
31 reviews
vip
5.0
31 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Orsay is the finest French restaurant in New York City - The Lamb Chops are the best ever.
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JFK1
New York Area
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on August 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent quiche! Had a very nice sunday brunch here after visiting the Met!
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ChristopherW
New York Area
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Very good meal with doting service. Would definitely recommend & will return.
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GGN1
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Dover sole was outstanding! Glass of Provence rose was perfect. Burger was slightly overcooked but a treat. Tart tartan with vanilla ice cream and a glass of calvados was a lovely ending. Great ambiance, food and extraordinary service.
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travelann
New York Area
142 reviews
vip
5.0
142 reviews
Dined on August 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
A delightful lunch experience. Everything worked and the ambiance is elegant, comfortable, and welcoming. Worth repeat visits.
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ETBartol
West Palm Beach
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 7, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience5
Service and decor were fabulous. Food was average but not real French. Prime rib was daily special and was presented and cut table side. Impressive presentation but meat was supposed to be medium rare but was rare to very rare and I had first cut from an end. Sent back for more fire and came back with very little taste. Somewhat disappointing but was partially forgiven by superb Mousse ala Chocolate. Want to return to try Dover Sole which is a Friday special.
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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was beautiful :). The food was very good and the service was excellent !
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Windsor1336
New York Area
59 reviews
vip
4.0
59 reviews
Dined on August 5, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
A neighborhood gem—Excellent authentic French cuisine, superb service & a transporting ambience, in that we felt like we were in Paris. We’ll be back!
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servicejunkie
London
31 reviews
vip
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on August 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic Friday evening meal with friends. Excellent menu and service. Looking forward to returning!
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CEAST72
New York Area
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 3, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience3
Excelkent. Luis and Julia great service Delicious. A little noisy inside and outside but got better Can you serve roast beef more often?
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Aficionado747
New York Area
43 reviews
4.0
43 reviews
Dined on August 3, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
This is the epitome of a Parisian brasserie in New York City. Great food, good service, and good value for the Upper East Side.
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JS333
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on July 30, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience2
A Disastrous Dining Experience - Avoid This Restaurant! I recently had the unfortunate misfortune of dining at Orsay, and it was nothing short of a complete disaster. From the moment the head waiter told me they are not participating in the restaurant week which I confirm before reserving the date and time, it was evident that this place was an absolute disaster waiting to happen. I can only hope that sharing my terrible experience here will prevent others from suffering the same fate. First and foremost, the service was abysmal. The staff seemed more interested in chatting amongst themselves than attending to the customers. It took forever for someone to acknowledge our presence, and even then, they seemed annoyed by our mere existence. We had to wave down a server multiple times just to get our order taken, and they got it wrong twice! Their lack of professionalism was staggering. When the food finally arrived, it was nothing short of a culinary catastrophe. I ordered a steak that resembled a hockey puck - overcooked, dry, and tasteless. The sides were no better; they were undercooked and lacked any discernible flavor. It was clear that the kitchen staff had no idea what they were doing. It was like dining in a run-down fast-food joint rather than a supposedly reputable restaurant. In conclusion, Orsay is hands down the worst restaurant I have ever had the displeasure of visiting. The combination of appalling service, atrocious food, and exorbitant prices make it a dining nightmare. Save your time, money, and taste buds by avoiding this establishment at all costs.
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LSMD
New York Area
100 reviews
vip
5.0
100 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
From the time you walk into Orsay you feel like you’re an old friend coming home. Food is always delicious and service attentive.
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MonkeysfoeMASH
New York Area
22 reviews
vip
4.0
22 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
I have to say I was happily surprised with dinner at Orsay. Staff very professional, courteous. Atmosphere was old world charm. Everything from start to finish was delicious: warm sour dough bread with fresh butter, green gazpacho soup, artichoke appetizer, skate fish for our entree, and French green beans. For dessert, we had try their chocolate mousse! Would recommend!
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JimNYC
New York Area
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Consistently excellent. Everyone loved their dishes and they serve one of the best Sancerres I’ve ever had by the glass!
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Ilana
New York Area
15 reviews
vip
4.0
15 reviews
Dined on July 28, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience5
Great restaurant week lunch! The ceviche and the chicken were both fantastic and a great portion size. The dessert with hazelnut crème was also delicious. Would recommend!
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Lexie
New York Area
29 reviews
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on July 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a lovely evening! Had a terrific waiter who offered many outstanding suggestions! Food was delicious!
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NotreDame
New York Area
33 reviews
vip
2.0
33 reviews
Dined on July 21, 2023
overall2food2service3ambience2
Having been a regular for years, what a disappointment. The chicken I ordered tasted like rubber, the temperature in the restaurant was warm, and the prices were borderline ridiculous. So disappointed, We could barely hear each other at the table. Not sure I will go back.
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JasonC
Los Angeles
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on July 20, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Lovely atmosphere and service. Burger was delicious and cooked as asked. The oysters were a bit tasteless, not sure if that is the restaurants fault but first time I’ve experienced oysters having no flavor!!
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AnnieS
New York Area
36 reviews
vip
3.0
36 reviews
Dined on July 17, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience3
The sound level is deafening. Will think twice about coming back unless we sit outside.
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JacquiP
New York Area
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on July 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food never disappoints, and the service is impeccable. It feels like a little slice of Paris!
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HappyRandy
New York Area
88 reviews
vip
5.0
88 reviews
Dined on July 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was outstanding. Only wish there were more dinner options such as Dover Sole & other fish options like Red Snapper & Bronzino.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on July 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Orsay was an excellent experience. From the moment we walked in the door we had an authentic French Brasserie experience. The service was attentive and friendly. The menu was familiar and also diverse, and each dish was executed perfectly with care and love. Our wine recommendation was spot on. Can't recommend this place enough.
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SteveM
Tampa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We hosted friends from Philly at Orsay and were very pleased by the food, the service -- everything.
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allan
New York Area
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on July 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great bistro..quality and presentation are excellent..
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Andrew
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My wife and I took advantage of French Restaurant Week special and had $30 lunch on Bastille Day. The food was wonderful; no exotic expensive ingredients but may require manual labor from the kitchen staff. Love the chicken, especially the pomme aligot.
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EllenC
New York Area
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on July 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful place, very welcoming, warm environment
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SusanG
New York Area
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 12, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Excellent service and beautiful surroundings. Reasonably priced given its location and reputation.
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LauraM
Columbus
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on July 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent French Food. Classic selections and other options. Amazing pomme frites!
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NYBGdiner
New York Area
29 reviews
vip
3.0
29 reviews
Dined on July 11, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience5
Service was good, always pretty, food very mediocre.
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CGE44
New York Area
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on July 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This lovely French bistro is hidden gem in plain sight at Lexington and 75th. I love to dine there not only for the excellent food but ,in addition, physical setting is stunning with it's marble and dark mahogany walls. The service is very attentive and professional. If you enjoy dining in a sophisticated and fun environment with Bistro French fare Cafe' Orsay is for you.
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gmpnyny
New York Area
62 reviews
vip
2.0
62 reviews
Dined on July 7, 2023
overall2food4service1ambience1
I happened to arrive early at the restaurant. 11 48 to be exact for my 12 pm reservation. The door to the restaurant was open, not locked, so I walked in to check if my guest had arrived and was advised the restaurant was not open and I would have to wait outside. It happened to be quite warm that day so I said “can I just wait inside?” The person said no, that she had been instructed to not let any one in until the restaurant opened at 12. I had to wait outside. Shortly thereafter, 2 guests arrived and were allowed in before noon. At 12 01 I entered and ask if it was okay to be there now and then asked why those 2 were allowed to stay inside and the person said it was closer to noon. It would have been nice if the person let me know that I could wait inside and not in the heat. I have lived on the Upper east side since the early 90s and cannot think of a restaurant where I was treated in a such an inhospitable manner. If I had not been meeting someone there I would have left immediately. Sadly the excellent food and subsequent excellent service does not take the bad taste out of my mouth.
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CR1234
New York Area
20 reviews
vip
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on July 1, 2023
overall4food3service4ambience3
$50 for a single appetizer of approximately potato leek soup with crust ?
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on July 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Classic french fare and service. We attended brunch and had the bread basket, steak tartar, and cucumber gazpacho to share. Everything was delicious. I had the special, a delicious seared tuna and the panna cotta for dessert. Service was superb.
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KCharles
New York Area
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 30, 2023
overall2food1service3ambience4
Blanquette de veau was mostly gristle. Disappointed, as this was a restaurant that I’ve visited many times. Probably won’t be returning.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on June 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was very attentive. The food is always excellent. Never disappoints.
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Christian
New York Area
11 reviews
vip
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on June 30, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
We were very pleased with the food we selected. We had only one MAJOR disappointment ; when I reserved via OpenTable, I specified that this was a Birthday lunch and this special event was completely ignored by management !
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gourmetgal
New York Area
409 reviews
vip
4.0
409 reviews
Dined on June 28, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
I love what Orsay has done to their outside space, critical to someone like me who cannot yet eat indoors. The waitstaff was attentive and helpful and the salads fresh and tasty. Must try dinner sometime.
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barbaragargiulorealtor
Denver
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on June 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Waiters were very attentive and food was delicious. Outdoor tables were coverd so we did not have to worry about the rain. I will definitely come back.
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MagdaK
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on June 25, 2023
overall2food2service2ambience3
The food wasn't great. It used to be much better in the past
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

Orsay does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. Orsay also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 517-6400 ext. 0.

Orsay is rated 4.5 stars by 3286 OpenTable diners.

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1057-59 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10021

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Cross street
75th Street and Lexington Avenue
Neighborhood
Upper East Side
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–5:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
French, Seafood, Prime Rib
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
There is a garage on 75th street between Lexington and Park.
Public transit
6 train to 77th Street, then walk south two blocks.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Michael Otsuka
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, High Tea, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.orsayrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(212) 517-6400 ext. 0
Catering
We offer outside catering.
Private party facilities
Orsay has an elegant secluded private room on the second floor. It can seat up to 70 guests or up to 100 for cocktails. Orsay also offers a semi-private area in our art nouveau main dining room that can accommodate up to 25 guests. The entire main dining room can accommodate up to 150 guests.
Private party contact
Melanie Scheuing: (212) 517-0015

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Popular dishes

Mousse au Chocolat

Steak Tartare

Artichaut Vinaigrette

Menu

What 3,286 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

Screening

FAQs

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