Recette Reviews Summary

Service

Pros:

• "The servers were very friendly and accommodating."
• "Kosta was a great waiter. He made us feel at home."
• "Super friendly service."
• "The service is unmatchable."
• "Every staff person was very friendly and attentive."
• "Ricardo was very attentive and extremely kind!"
• "Service was prompt, informed and friendly."

Cons:

• "I've never been ignored by a bartender/host for that long in the decades I've been going out to eat in this city."
• "The service wasn’t bad but it was not exceptional."
• "They shouldn’t take so many reservations if they can’t handle it."
• "asked for 2 types of tea; told they didn’t have it then gave us two Lipton teas for $5 each?"
• "The waitstaff could’ve been better. We had about 3 different people bring us food/drinks, so they gave their best to get great service!!"
• "Super slow service overall it was decent but better options for the price that’s for sure."
• "The service was horrible. After two hours of waiting we decided we had enough and wanted to just grab something else to eat."

Food

Pros:

• "The food incredible, the flavors were immaculate."
• "The French food at this restaurant is amazing."
• "The chicken au jus was absolutely delicious, you feel like you’re sitting in France enjoying a simple, flavorful, wonderful meal."
• "The food was delicious, and the portion sizes were just enough in true French fashion."
• "We got their braised short rib cavatelli and mixed mushroom truffle gnocchi. Both were great and I would definitely come back."
• "The brussels sprouts with bacon really good!"
• "The food was exceptional; I particularly enjoyed the special wagyu burger with foie gras."

Cons:

• "Was so heavy for brunch, couldn’t even finish one of the toasts because it was heavily covered in nutella."
• "No cream just biscuit not even well infused."
• "Can't be said about the food though which is a little pricey even for French food in Brooklyn."
• "Steak tartare, escargot and mussels, all French basics, were fair at best."
• "The Caesar salad was seriously lacking in anchovies and way too much salad dressing."
• "The crab cake was tasty but way too stodgy."
• "The 'molten' lava cake was cooked through and not lava cake at all."

Ambiance

Pros:

• "Sweet atmosphere, great end to the week."
• "Really lovely atmosphere that feels romantic and intimate."
• "What a cute little spot! Outside and inside seating."
• "The ambiance proved delightful, contributing to an overall pleasant experience."
• "The ambiance is cozy and inviting with a trendy flair."
• "It's a cozy bistro adorned with charming decor, accompanied by vibrant music and a welcoming atmosphere."
• "The front windows were open which provided a comfortable airy feel."

Cons:

• "Literally had dinner with coats on."
• "Although we had reservations, they made us wait 15+ minutes and provided us with seats outside and there wasn’t proper heating."
• "Be prepared to sit outside or in a very small inside setting, atmosphere is really the only gripe I have."
• "Soggy French toast."

Drinks

Pros:

• "The drinks were pretty and strong."
• "The bar is beautifully decorated and the drinks/wine are amazing."
• "Their bartender Tina is such a sophisticated mixologist and I love how she balances all those flavors."
• "The drinks were delicious as well!"
• "Nice selection of cocktails and we were particularly impressed with 'Three shades of green'."
• "The drinks/wine are amazing."
• "Food was so good, drinks were meticulously crafted."

Cons:

• "asked for 2 types of tea; told they didn’t have it then gave us two Lipton teas for $5 each?"
• "The wine we ordered was marked up over 75%! (Retail price $13, Recette price $88) Outrageous!"