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La Ripaille, New York, NY

La Ripaille

4.8
4.8
1005 Reviews
$30 and under
French
A photo of La Ripaille restaurant

La Ripaille

4.8
$30 and under
French
Greenwich Village

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Romantic
Winner Best Restaurant in March 2018!

Opened in 1980, La Ripaille is one of the oldest restaurants in West Village. Some of the regulars have been coming for as long as 25 years. We want everyone to feel welcome here, whether it’s the celebrities who frequent, the children for whom we provide games & crayons, or the people who live in the Village.

The owner, Alain Laurent, is integral in the day-to-day processes of La Ripaille. He daily scours the market for the freshest produce, often choosing the day’s specials based on his finds. This keeps the specials seasonal & unique. He decorates the ever changing wine list with the best wines available. The restaurant itself is beautiful, with a terrace for the summer & a fireplace in the back for the winter. The candlelit tables light up French posters and paintings & fresh flowers decorate each table. For a taste of history and delicious French cuisine, visit La Ripaille. We have a seat just for you.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French, Contemporary French
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (212) 255-4406
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    French bistro <br />
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact Alain Laurent at 212 255 4406 to book your private event
  • Neighborhood
    Greenwich Village
  • Cross street
    W.12th
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Subway 1,2,3, 14th Street stop, 12th Street exit; A,C,E 14th Street stop
  • Additional
    Beer, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,005 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Manhattan

    French

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Ripaille offers an enchanting dining experience with its "charming and intimate atmosphere." Known for "exceptional" French cuisine, standout dishes include the broccoli mousse, lamb flambé, and Chicken Normandy. The service is "fantastic," led by the attentive owner, Alain. This West Village gem blends authenticity with a cozy ambiance, perfect for any occasion.

1,006 Reviews
  1. Anne

    New York City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had beautifully presented fresh-tasting and delicious appetizers, entrees, and desserts last weekend! Staff are thoughtful, efficient, and charming. Treat yourself to a wonderful evening at La Ripaille.

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  2. Michael

    New York City

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is one of my favorite restaurants. Cozy, intimate, romantic, great service, welcoming chef/owner whose cuisine is as good as any celebrated celebrity venues.

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  3. Jennifer

    Chicago

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a special place, with truly excellent hospitality, food, and atmosphere. I live in Chicago, but I try to visit La Ripaille every time I travel to NYC and have been there many times over the years. It’s one of my favorite restaurants in the world.

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  4. Nigel

    Charlotte

    61 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    61 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the place. Cute, intimate and quintessentially French, we loved the place. Food was very good; simple yet incredibly tasty and satisfying. Service was professional and attentive with Owner Alain ever present making welcome recommendations. A very pleasant neighborhood fund. Highly commended.

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  5. christopher

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and experience. Highly recommend. Perfect NYC experience.

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  6. Charles

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A charming, atmospheric quintessentially French bistro. Exactly what you want for a lovely evening in the West Village. The owner, Alain, is a treasure.

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  7. Emirhan

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Came for dinner with a friend, very welcoming environment .I had the Bass veronique and my friend had the chicken dijonese— they were absolutely terrific. The drinks were amazing and very reasonably priced. Highlight was the espresso martini. Lovely experience- looking forward to my next visit!

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  8. Lisa

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    La Ripalle has been our personal family favorite restaurant for the last 10 years. We first discovered this little gem and a piece of Paris while looking for a French restaurant to celebrate the birthday of my twin daughters. Once we entered into the delightful ambience of La Ripalle greeted by owner Alain Laurent we were extremely impressed. The food is delicious and the service excellent. We enjoy especially the special lobster ravioli in cream sauce when it is offered and have had most of the entrees on the menu. But by far the best asset of La Ripalle has been the fabulous and utterly charming Alain Laurent. We love his shouts of “Fabulous!” And the care and execution of the food by him and the staff is wonderful. So I invite you to take yourself down to the west village and experience a piece of France and its cuisine on Hudson street. You won’t be sorry.

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  9. John

    Atlanta Metro

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It is a beautiful quaint and cozy restaurant with truly authentic delicious French cuisine, and intentional and gracious service. A jewel.

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  10. Michael

    New York City

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a gem! Intimate, beautiful ambiance, food off the carts for taste and presentation, and service prompt but not overbearing.

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A photo of La Ripaille restaurant

La Ripaille

4.8
$30 and under
French
Greenwich Village

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today
Google Map for La Ripaille

605 Hudson Street, New York, NY 10014

Additional information

  • Cross street
    W.12th
  • Neighborhood
    Greenwich Village
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French, Contemporary French
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Subway 1,2,3, 14th Street stop, 12th Street exit; A,C,E 14th Street stop
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (212) 255-4406
  • Catering
    French bistro <br />
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact Alain Laurent at 212 255 4406 to book your private event
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