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Cafe d'Alsace, New York, NY

Cafe d'Alsace

4.7
4.7
3694 Reviews
$30 and under
French

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 46 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Scenes of Alsace come to the forefront when walking into our upper east side corner jewel. From the curved pewter bar decorated with suspended antique seltzer bottles, to our colorfully tiled floors; our cozy restaurant evokes the essence of Alsace at every turn.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French, Mediterranean
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:30 pm Mon, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:45 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chef Philippe Roussel
  • Private party facilities
    Looking for a modern and intimate event space for up to 40 guests? Look no further! Our customizable venue is perfect for a range of events, from corporate meetings to small weddings and intimate celebrations. Our team will work with you to create the perfect experience.Contact us today to book your event and make unforgettable memories!
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Upper East Side
  • Cross street
    88th Street
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available, in addition to several nearby parking garages:Safeway Parking Corporation Garage New YorkParking Garage0.1 mi · 345 East 86th St(212) 410-960324 hoursIcon ParkingParking Garage0.1 mi · 301-329 East 86th St(212) 289-990524 hoursSavoy ParkingParking Garage0.3 mi · 118 East 86th St(212) 831-270024 hours
  • Public transit
    Q train to 86th Street and Second Avenue . 4/5/6 trains to 86th Street and Lexington Avenue.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • A Celebration of Jacques Pépin

    $380.00 per person

    Prepaid

    May 7, 2025 only
    7:00 PM
    Join Cafe D'Alsace's Executive Chef, Philippe Roussel, in celebrating the 90th birthday of culinary legend, Jacques Pépin. This exclusive and intimate dinner will be hosted by Chef Philippe in our private dining room, featuring a five-course menu and wine pairing, with proceeds going directly to aid the Jacques Pèpin Foundation, who fund grants, educational resources and community kitchens across the world. Tickets are priced at $380, plus tax and gratuity. Any additional items ordered on the night will be charged separately.
    A Celebration of Jacques Pépin Photo

What 3,694 people are saying

Cafe d'Alsace reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New York City

    French

  • Manhattan

    French

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cafe d'Alsace offers a delightful French dining experience with "fantastic food, service, and atmosphere." Guests appreciate the "excellent food" and "authentic Alsatian" cuisine. The ambiance is lively yet charming, perfect for both casual meals and special occasions. Despite occasional noise, the "friendly and welcoming" staff ensures a memorable visit.
3,694 Reviews
  1. Saul VIP

    New York City121 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our return to Cafe d’Alsace tonight after several years away (pandemic, personal reasons) reminded us why it held a regular spot on our rotation until 2020. The food was as excellent this evening as it has always been, and the service was perfect - helpful and attentive but not intrusive; thank you Steve! We will be back again, soon and often.

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  2. HappyDiner VIP

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience at Alsace. An oasis in the neighborhood with a clean, open and airy feeling, bright decor, and plenty of space. Simple and authentic bistro cuisine. Excellent wine list. Mature and experienced servers help make the experience complete. Excellent wine list tops it all off. We’re happily becoming regulars.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and drinks, perfect brunch! If you reserve for a specific time, it’s unlikely that you’ll be seated early.

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  4. Bob

    New York City16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful brunch, great service, beautiful room. We’ll definitely be back.

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  5. Francene VIP

    New York City96 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ordered the house omelette. Delicious. My husband loved the shakshuka. Service excellent. Steve with friendly and accommodating re any order modification. My favorite brunch restaurant on UES.

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  6. Adien

    Orlando13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Although I made a mistake with my reservation, and it wasn’t until we were going to be seated that I realized it, the restaurant went above and beyond to accommodate us. Their service was on point, the staff stayed with us through the night allowing us to make our selections without being rushed. The Old Fashioned had bold flavors, served in an elegant short glass, garnished with an orange peel, and a mini fig, it was, smooth but rich and with deep character. The steak and burger dishes were very well presented, prepared to exact perfection, and extraordinary flavor and quality. I would say this restaurant is one that I suggest to friends and will definitely visit again during my trips to New York. Excellent place with lively ambiance.

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  7. Susanne

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual, everything about this restaurant makes it a lovely place for a group of friends to enjoy a weekday lunch. The menu is interesting, the food always excellent and the wait staff is lovely and attentive.

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  8. Leigh VIP

    New York City7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was delicious. While the waiter was attentive we were very rushed. As soon as we ordered, the appetizers arrived two seconds later. When those were finished our main dish arrived one second after that. It would have been nicer if there was some downtime to enjoy the meal.

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  9. christine VIP

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great. We just moved into the neighborhood and we will be back our waiter Steve was especially attentive and the risotto with duck was delicious

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  10. Lawrence VIP

    New York City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A n excellent neighborhood place for brunch, Nice menu, good service and very accommodating manager, My brunch with my family could not have been better.

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FAQs

Cafe d'Alsace offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 722-5133.

Cafe d'Alsace is rated 4.7 stars by 3694 OpenTable diners.

Cafe d'Alsace does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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Booked 46 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Cafe d'Alsace

1703 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10128

Additional information

  • Cross street
    88th Street
  • Neighborhood
    Upper East Side
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:30 pm Mon, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:45 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available, in addition to several nearby parking garages:Safeway Parking Corporation Garage New YorkParking Garage0.1 mi · 345 East 86th St(212) 410-960324 hoursIcon ParkingParking Garage0.1 mi · 301-329 East 86th St(212) 289-990524 hoursSavoy ParkingParking Garage0.3 mi · 118 East 86th St(212) 831-270024 hours
  • Public transit
    Q train to 86th Street and Second Avenue . 4/5/6 trains to 86th Street and Lexington Avenue.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Philippe Roussel
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Looking for a modern and intimate event space for up to 40 guests? Look no further! Our customizable venue is perfect for a range of events, from corporate meetings to small weddings and intimate celebrations. Our team will work with you to create the perfect experience.Contact us today to book your event and make unforgettable memories!
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