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French Roast

French Restaurant and Coffee Shop$$$$

Upper West Side, New York

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French Roast

7.4^/10

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Ranked #1 for good for a late night places in the Upper West Side
"Try the croque poulet and the hot chocolate!!!"(4 Tips)
"I definitely recommend the French onion soup... Delish!"(5 Tips)
"Awesome place for late night dinner."(16 Tips)
"Great eggs bendict, French toast and fresh squeezed orange juice."(7 Tips)

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Mo MaloneyJanuary 21, 2013
The spinach, mushroom & feta crepe is awesome! It comes with a side of greens & carrots for $13. It's light yet filling & is great for any meal. The French onion soup is great too!
Khy LaJuly 7, 2013
The service is amazing, the staff is very warm and inviting. The French toast was crispy on the outside and perfectly soft on the inside. The strawberries were so fresh and sweet.
Liz DellAugust 31, 2014
Been here 5+ times
UWS staple - it's open 24-hrs and it's NOT a diner! Good for late night dinner, they have a pared down menu after 11pm. Also, full bar and good espresso.
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Mark BNovember 13, 2018
Been here 5+ times
Love love love the French Roast! Perfect for the “I don’t know what to do for dinner tonight” thing. The food is great, the atmosphere is calming and the bar is someplace special...
Trae FMay 1, 2018
Brunch here is delicious and reasonable. Love the cute decor and keep your eyes peeled for stars who like to dine here.
Jessica GalvaoSeptember 10, 2018
Meat with mushrooms and smashed potatoes, just delicious!
Eliane vdBSeptember 3, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Been here many times at night, lunch time, & early morning (it's open 24h). Food is nice, sans chi-chi, bistro like. Avoid early (7am): tables are always dirty (crumbs, sticky coffee spills, ...).
Nick WestOctober 19, 2011
Ok, so this place is NOT a coffee shop. It's a restaurant with a wonderful menu. A little pricey, but worth every penny. Get a bottle of wine with dinner, the atmosphere requires it.
Courtney R.December 29, 2014
Been here 25+ times
A staple in the neighborhood. Lots of outdoor seating in the summer for people watching. Brunch there is great but be prepared to wait.
Christine PApril 19, 2013
I absolutely adore this place. Amazing French toast, generous portions, crispy bacon, friendly and funny staff, heavy handed bartenders... perfect.
John MagalhaesSeptember 14, 2011
Been here 100+ times
French Roast now has happy hour at midnight . Weird, I know but who doesn't want a deal at that time of night. It's from midnight to 4am. Specials on wine, cocktails, and beer. So stop on by!
Elichai FogerSeptember 26, 2013
If you're coming for a late night meal you have to go with the steamed broccoli, french fries, chocolate croissant, and of course a poached egg.
Kaity ChanFebruary 28, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Best brunch place Ive been to so far been here at least 3 times and always a go to for brunch
JillianAugust 31, 2014
Pretty decent! My breakfast pizza was alright and the soy latte hit the spot. Good for lazy brunching & people watching.
Khalil LaouaniMarch 23, 2013
Thank god it's open 24/7!!!! No alcohol after 4am tho :( service is not bad but a little slow (or maybe I was just too hungry.) The steak sandwich and the strawberry crepe are delicious!
Onur KardesNovember 4, 2018
Great omelettes and french toast. Try omelette with goat cheese and smoked salmon!
Jeremy ThomasAugust 30, 2014
Been here 10+ times
The late night Mecca of the Amsterdam bars. 24 hour croque Monsieur with French onion soup is the best late night!
Cristina MaioOctober 24, 2012
The best coffee cocktails in existence! (But not served before 12 during Sunday brunch.) And it's 24 hours! How perfect is that?!
Kate GriggsJanuary 3, 2013
Spinach gruyere crepes with home fries hit the spot. The French roast juice blend (cranberry, OJ, grapefruit, etc) was pretty good.
Miguel CASTROJanuary 30, 2018
Ahhhh... the options for brunch are so good...!
Carina MartoneSeptember 17, 2018
Possibly the best meal I’ve ever had - the pork chop special and the brownie coup.
nymagApril 4, 2011
Sponsored Tip: Order San Pellegrino or Acqua Panna water at this 24-hour bistro and a donation will be made to Share Our Strength! Also: try the broccoli gratin. Read more
Mary GeorgeDecember 25, 2012
Love the tables along 85th street - plus the service and the cafe au lait!
KarenNovember 23, 2022
Excellent place for brunch, lunch, or dinner. Try the mussels!
Courtney R.March 31, 2012
Been here 25+ times
A staple establishment for UWS brunch. Everything on the menu is amazing...be prepared to wait! Plenty of outdoor seating.
George MaierOctober 27, 2016
Late night coffee, beer, wine and sometimes a bit of a buzz on Sunday nights.
Gene SmilgiewiczJuly 12, 2020
Excellent Moules Frites and Salade Niçoise yesterday under an awning, good service.
EJuly 9, 2017
Ordered a sticky pecan bun. 15 min wait for the bun. Pastry is dry, with very little cinnamon or caramel, little of nuts. 10 minute wait for the check. Half an hour of my life I'm never getting back.
Roniel TesslerJune 14, 2015
A sure bet for brunch or a late late night satisfying meal
RapStoneFebruary 12, 2016
nice environment, recalled my time in Europe.
John MagalhaesJanuary 27, 2011
Been here 100+ times
We have new dinner items on the menu. Ask your service and he or she will be more then helpful to point them out to you. Great place for dinner.
Leo LiuJuly 22, 2015
I only tried the french toast and it was yummy! The wait staff seemed exhausted though so...
Jorge CazzorlaOctober 29, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Great food and delicious wines.
Leigh SansoneSeptember 17, 2012
Sept 17-30, '12 is "French restaurant week" -- great fixed priced lunches ($25) and dinner ($30).
Leir OrenSeptember 17, 2018
French onion soup / pork chop special to die for
SPQRAugust 8, 2014
Great menu selections, great ambiance. Fun late night.
Jason WoodardJuly 17, 2015
The service on weeknight evenings if slow which is a plus if you have time to kill, but less great if you have placed to be.
Shailesh MishraOctober 19, 2012
Awesome place for late night dinner. I liked everything on the menu.
Charles ModelMarch 8, 2014
Late night service is crap! Nick takes sips during his shift and procrastinates to give the check. Nice guy but I expected way better attention than that bro!
Jenny LeeAugust 22, 2013
Good, simple breakfast, but prices are a little expensive. Go early for mellow vibe.
Jaclyn LamOctober 30, 2014
Quick dinner and good portions. I love french food so this is pretty biased lol
Barbara GormanOctober 30, 2011
Sunday brunches are crowded and disorganized but the dinners are great. Try the mac and cheese
Anne SaulovichSeptember 8, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Order the tiramisu - it is goood!
Serena TAugust 12, 2019
Been here 5+ times
Outdoor seating along 85 st for 3+
SamJune 10, 2013
I know a thing or two about hospitality, trust me when I tell you...the service here is NOT good!!
Jason EisenJanuary 19, 2013
Been here 100+ times
Amazing wine list and the service is amazing!
Meaghan NolanFebruary 8, 2013
I definitely recommend the French onion soup... Delish!
@JaumePrimeroJuly 6, 2013
The Croque Monsieur is so good here!
Shelby SiegFebruary 8, 2011
It says coffee shop, but its definitely not. Its a great, non touristy bistro with excellent food!
RayOctober 12, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Vegetarians rejoice! Their edamame & quinoa burger is delicious!

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