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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: 4.7

4.7

3235 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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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 29, 2023

10:00 PM

Booked 55 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Other options

Additional information

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
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

What 3,235 people are saying

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
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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PaulR
New York Area
13 reviews
vip
4.0
13 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience4
Warm welcome, great service, excellent food and moderate noise level.
MM
MaureenM
New York Area
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always delicious. Great, attentive service. I love this restaurant
JC
JohnnyCamero
New York Area
36 reviews
vip
3.0
36 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2023
overall3food4service3ambience4
I love the ambiance of this restaurant. I love a classic French bistro. Though it was an odd mix of clientele - quite a few 20 something’s paired with tourists who didn’t seem to fit the vibe. Maybe that’s what happens on Saturday nights? Regarding food - most of it was delicious, albeit a surprising price tag. Our waiter was professional and kind, but did not do well in recommending a wine…
MG
MichaelG
Kansas City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We enjoyed every aspect of our dinner...the mussels in coconut milk were amazing and we had great bottle of wine served by a very attentive waiter. Hamburgers, mussels, steak tartar and pomfrites. Eclectic variety of dishes, all good.
e
ellie
New York Area
27 reviews
vip
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on May 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and service were very good. The onion soup was superb!
n
nina
New York Area
301 reviews
vip
4.0
301 reviews
Dined on May 17, 2023
overall4food3service4ambience4
Very upscale elegant restaurant. Expensive but special especially in that neighborhood.
RA
RoseAnnL
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service. Great atmosphere. Will definitely go back.
M
Marcus
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Orsay has been our traditional Mothers Day place to celebrate. One of our celebrants had a medical emergency, and the entire staff of Orsay was more than helpful and compassionate. We learn about ourselves and each other during these kinds of crisis, and while I never imagined it would happen at Orsay, the staff as well as several of the diners were extremely helpful. Lastly, the food and service continues to be outstanding!
BG
BobG
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Mother’s Day lunch. Service and food were excellent. Beautiful setting and a perfect spot for Mother’s Day as well as any other meal on the upper east side. Beware of prices on specials as they are much higher than most entrees.
MF
MichaelF
New York Area
18 reviews
3.0
18 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall3food4service4ambience3
I have often been to Orsay, primarily for drinks at the bar (which I recommend!). However, this time, we went on Mother's Day for a meal, and it was a mistake (unless you sat outside). The inside was crowded and noisy, bustling but not the relaxed Sunday morning we wanted. The restaurant called me after making reservations telling me that the menu would be Prix Fixe on that day. No big deal, I thought. Well, their Prix Fixe just meant the same menu, higher prices! I could have ordered the same meal on any other day for less. Also, coffee is not included. It was a disappointing experience on several fronts. Service was good, and everyone was trying, but NOT worth the $59 price for one breakfast entree and appetizer. And, if you wanted anything a little special like steak, it was an additional charge. Sad to have the experience, but I will go back for drinks sometime.
M
Markus
New York Area
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very good food, service and experience. Been going for years and will continue to do so.
RR
RosanneR
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience3
Excellent rare roast beef and gratin potatoes. Attentive service.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Incredible service, great food and cocktails! Going back again!
WW
WillW
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent martini, risotto appetizer, and salmon entree
ST
SavorTheTaste
Philadelphia
50 reviews
vip
5.0
50 reviews
Dined on May 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed having lunch at Orsay. We each ordered the lunch steak, chose a wine and had desert. The service was very good, and the food was nicely presented.
P
Psychsch
Las Vegas
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a excellent dinner Nothing else to say, except I need to add characters to this review
ND
NotreDame
New York Area
31 reviews
vip
4.0
31 reviews
Dined on May 2, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience5
Consistently good food and wonderful atmosphere. At times, service is slow but we keep going back as it really is a fun place to share w friends and family. At times, can be VERY loud.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on May 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service and food was delicious. Greeted and look after numerous times by server and maitre de. Would absolutely go back again .
RH
RitaH
New York Area
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2023
overall2food2service4ambience2
It was very busy with tables very close together and service I terms of getting drinks and food was not good. Some poplar got drinks , obit Jets didn’t t and dame with good. Diver sole and beef ribs cooked improperly - too expensive for the food not to be perfect. Steak and escargots were excellent.
JC
JennieC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of the highlights of our trip. We always visit Orsays more than once every time we visit from the UK
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and service was absolutely flawless! I will definitely come back when I’m back in the city. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
L
Luismi
New England
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on April 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely Upper East neighborhood gem!!!! You feel like you're in the heart of Paris. Outstanding!
RF
RobertF
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 27, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
The food and service were excellent. My only complaint is that the acoustics were pretty bad, making it difficult to carry on a conversation without talking quite loudly. Nonetheless, I do recommend Orsay.
D
Dickens
New York Area
34 reviews
vip
4.0
34 reviews
Dined on April 27, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Reliable neighborhood bistro. Food seems better than I have thought it was in the past. Good service--professional environment. Would recommend.
TM
TuttiMangiano
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 23, 2023
overall3food3service5ambience5
Lovely space, & excellent service from very start to very end of meal, however the kitchen may need a rehaul as 3 dishes had elements that were missing &/or undercooked. If there's a shortage of staff in the kitchen then it's time to hire more people or else continue to see a downturn in clients. A pity as its quite a charming spot, however I hesitate to return for all the hiccups; this is especially true as we have so much choice of French restaurants here in NYC.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
vip
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2023
overall3food3service5ambience5
Service was great but food is far from that. Won’t dine here again
s
stuart374
New York Area
3 reviews
vip
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience4
Very expensive for what you get, even by NYC standards.
CG
CGE44
New York Area
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on April 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
CAFE ORSAY is a classic French bistro with terrific food and superb service. It's very trendy and draws a sophisticated Cafe Society crowd. Beautifully appointed and expertly managed by Claudio.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Really nice experience. The ambiance is fantastic. Such a great place for a day due to the lighting. As usual, the food and service was excellent.
PD
PaulaD
New York Area
40 reviews
5.0
40 reviews
Dined on April 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Visit of a relative, and she was very impressed with the beauty of the venue and the quality of food and service.
WD
WineDineBeerCheer
New England
17 reviews
vip
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
A very nice evening at Orsay - delicious French bistro food and a really nice ambiance.
IM
IreneM
New York Area
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best Muscles evah! Traditional French bistro ambience - great outdoor seating when weather permits.
SN
StevenN
New York Area
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our favorite UES French restaurant is becoming a Sunday afternoon tradition.
P
Pelhamite
New York Area
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
This is an impressive replica of a high-end Parisian bistro experience. The menu choices are good; the kitchen is competent; and the service is attentive. When we asked to be moved to a more comfortable table, the staff obliged immediately. It is expensive, but worth it.
RT
RTSV
New York Area
41 reviews
vip
4.0
41 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Easy fun late brunch on a Saturday afternoon. Excellent greeting and general enthusiasm from hostess, manager, waiters and busboys. Nice to see job enjoyment! Champagne is always a favorite here and the chicken was a surprisingly great choice (yum!). Frites were delicious as well. Steak was a bit dry; however, it was late. We always look forward to eating here! Highly recommend.
CG
CarolG
New York Area
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on April 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lunch - everyone was helpful and the food excellent
c
chambersghost
New York Area
26 reviews
4.0
26 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
Easter Day at 2:30 ate outside - nice atmosphere good service good good
KS
KathyS
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had Easter lunch so it was prefix. We all had different meals and everyone was very happy.
LS
LSMD
New York Area
93 reviews
vip
5.0
93 reviews
Dined on April 8, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Orsay makes you feel like an old friend from the moment you enter. Food always delicious.
LP
LesPPC
New York Area
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 8, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
wonderful service, fantastic server and the manager was very accommodating with my son's stroller, really appreciate it!

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 4.7 stars by 3235 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 29, 2023

10:00 PM

Booked 55 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Other options

1057-59 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10021

Additional information

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

This restaurant now offers Takeout

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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

Screening

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Make a reservation

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