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db Bistro Moderne

French Restaurant$$$$

Midtown East, New York

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db Bistro Moderne

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Ranked #9 for burgers in Midtown East
The folks at The New Yorker and Food & Wine like this place. Would you agree?
"Original DB Burger made with sirloin burger"(7 Tips)
"hand-picked by chef Daniel Boulud."(5 Tips)
"Another great place by chef Boulud!The foie gras burger is a MUST..."(19 Tips)
"... Original db Burger - Sirloin burger filled with braised short ribs and foie..."(3 Tips)

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Daniel BouludJuly 30, 2014
There are so many great classics to have at my midtown bistro, from the tarte flambée to the escargots fricassée and of course the decadent DB Burger! Perfect for a quick lunch or pre-theater meal.
Lucille FisherSeptember 16, 2015
Still going strong. This bistro offers excellent renditions of French classics plus their upmarket version of hamburger (with foie gras). Their evening set courses are excellent value.
Robert MadisonApril 6, 2016
I had the theater prix fix and it was great! The pate was good but the sea bass was elegant! The dessert takes you to joy land!
Village VoiceAugust 15, 2014
Our favorite dish is boeuf en gelée, a cocktail glass of cold beef chunks lubricated with natural jelly and topped with horseradish foam. Spoon it on the slices of toast provided. Read more
Mike FriedlichJune 4, 2017
This restaurant is a great experience. Excellent Service. Steak Frites & Scallops were outstanding. Pretzel bread was great & calamari special appetizer was also great.
The New YorkerAugust 8, 2012
This sleek bistro offers “haute-cuisine versions of home-cooking favorites.” Their theatrical and legendary DB Burger is “rich, well travelled, charred in the right places, and a little bit jaded.” Read more
Chris PhillipsMarch 3, 2017
Solid location, questionable brunch. I grabbed a pre theater weekend reservation for a family brunch. While the tiny madeleines made a bright end of the meal, the famous foie burger is disappointing.
Claire J SongJune 1, 2015
The Original DB burger, $35 When Daniel Boulud stuffed braised short ribs, foie gras, and preserved black truffles into a ground sirloin shell, he forever changed the face of upscale burgerdom.
Kazuki KitaokaDecember 14, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Everybody seems to advocate for the burger - but also try the coq-au-vin, the spicy cod with chorizo and vegetables, or the fois gras... yummm! Great wine selection - try Austrian Gruener Veltliner.
Gilt CitySeptember 26, 2011
A must-order: the legendary db burger, a sirloin patty filled with braised short ribs and foie gras. Don't miss the croque monsieur with duck confit, figs and goat cheese, either.
Rod GrayMarch 4, 2015
Pâté de Maison, duck confit, Mrs. Brevard cocktail, lamb tagine. Almost everything is very good. I have yet to experience something that was bad.
Anna DAugust 25, 2016
Plating of dishes is beautiful, the beets and dessert was great. Duck confit was way too salty for my taste, good drinks! Very nice staff
Tim MischukJanuary 24, 2014
Terrific apple dessert. Great food food and atmosphere all around. Nice contemporary European Restaurant.
Murat BirgulDecember 19, 2017
As a burger fan, I will just say; one of the best burger I ate in my life 🍔🍔🍔🍔🍔🍔
Nada fouzanMarch 26, 2016
I went there for breakfast.. bes Madeleine i have ever tasted.. the omelette was perfect
Chelle 🗽July 27, 2012
Great value for summer 2012 NY Restaurant week lunch. Pictured are the tarte flambèe, roasted Dorade, roasted quail and chocolate financier
dawn.in.newyorkJanuary 22, 2015
Daniel Boulud's the most casual restaurant has many of americanized menus. Duck confit was great.
Jason MesiarikJuly 9, 2012
If you like attentive service then you'll appreciate db bistro moderne. Do this: Skip the foie gras burger and save yourself the disappointment. There are many fine menu choices & a superb wine list
Alfonso CastilloAugust 1, 2016
The foie gras is superb as the cocktails served at the bar. Loved the Diplomático Old Cuban at the menu
Serious EatsJuly 29, 2013
Daniel Boulud's French-American mashup restaurant with great bistro fare alongside burgers and fries.
Justin ChoyNovember 9, 2015
Probably one of the better and more luxurious burgers I've ever had.
Elisa CPNovember 15, 2012
Try the legumes rotis - Awesome presentation. They used dried black olive bits as "soil" for the veggie garden in the bowl. Get without cheese to be #vegan
Barbara Derecktor DonahueJuly 10, 2016
Everything was delicious ! Thankyou everyone! It was wonderful to meet Izzys co talents 🎉
Harumi UOctober 21, 2015
This is how French server a burger. No, a bit different from your average burger. Paired with French onion soup, you get one satisfying meal
Aaron WatfordJanuary 19, 2017
The salmon was excellent as well as the service.
Jason LauJanuary 21, 2016
The Original Db burger is over rated. Thick patty stuffed with braised short rib & foie on the inside - turned out to be dry and rather tasteless.
Tina CzekNovember 4, 2012
Try the French toast. It is light and crispy with a tangy-sweet syrup and delicious dips. Unlike any I've ever had!
Jess LeungAugust 7, 2012
Stuffed with short rib, foie gras, and truffles, it's quite unique...and you can really taste the foie gras!
amNewYorkAugust 4, 2014
This burger is what most food people refer to as the originator of the gourmet burger. Read more
Marc AsghariJuly 24, 2019
Another great place by chef Boulud!The foie gras burger is a MUST...
The Corcoran GroupApril 27, 2010
The perfect spot for a pre-theater dinner. One should note that their famous db burger, complete with fois gras, is overrated and not worth the $32.
Guillermo MendozaJanuary 10, 2019
Great little french bistro...l'escargot and house patte are delicious.
Marc AsghariJuly 24, 2019
The fois gras burger is just amazingly delicious 😋 Must try
Julie WaldJuly 24, 2012
Make a reservation (through Open Table if you can) and be prepared for a delicious meal! Easy choice for foodies.
E PJanuary 11, 2015
The lobster salad went beyond even my high expectations. Plus I got a vacherin for dessert...not even sure what that is but it blew me away.
GourmetLiveOctober 21, 2010
Their burgers are a foie-gras and red wine-braised short rib-stuffed creation served on a parmesan roll. It was a sandwhich created on a lark that instantly became the restaurant's signiture dish.
Chris PhillipsMarch 3, 2017
I had the famous burger and unfortunately it was a disappointment. Madelines at the end of the meal are the best part.
BLOUIN ARTINFOJune 16, 2010
Famous for its DB Burger (which includes a helping of foie gras), this French bistro features large photographs of flowers by Christopher Beane, hand-picked by chef Daniel Boulud. Read more
Mike ChauJuly 28, 2012
Try the The Original db Burger - Sirloin burger filled with braised short ribs and foie gras on a parmesan bun
AndreaJanuary 17, 2014
Retro! Love the vibe and the prix fixe lunch was great!
Eros AndelizAugust 10, 2014
Very nice spot for brunch. Definitely recommend it in the area.
Mariana LApril 6, 2010
Everyone gets the DB burger w/ foie gras which is great of course...However the salmon is better. Don't need a lot of dessert? Wait for the comp petit fours w/ coffee Read more
✨Pun Bandhu ✨June 18, 2013
I can't recommend breakfast here. Coffee is great, very dark, but food is surprisingly ordinary. You'll pay $25 for three small pieces of soggy French toast or $22 for a bowl of oatmeal w/ berries.
MarcApril 26, 2013
The Original DB Burger is featured on Eater's 2013 Ultimate Burger Bracket, FancyPants Divison
James MorrisseySeptember 2, 2012
Amazing croissants, duck and lobster; the yogurt is extremely fresh as well.
Food & WineMay 17, 2011
Apparently recession-proof, the famous short rib, truffle and foie gras–stuffed sirloin burger still remains on the menu.
Saif DiaSeptember 8, 2015
The burger is the specialty, but don't be shy to order something else
elicitJuly 29, 2012
Lobster salad and yummy French toast, still steaming hot. Fries weren't bad either!
BravoNovember 18, 2010
I am there almost every other week. My husband and I are huge fans of Daniel Boulud. -Dina Manzo, Real Housewives of NJ
flying felizJanuary 28, 2016
Try the Eggs Benedict - #breakfast #nyc (via @Foodspotting)

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