Cafe Luxembourg

Just east of Central Park, this french restaurant was cozy and delicious. Service was prompt and polite. My fiance and I ordered off the lunch specials, which were a turkey kale soup and a seared tuna with greens. These were each seasoned perfectly, but still super fresh tasting. Would highly recommend!

Went here for dinner after a day at the natural history museum. Bustling vibe, crowded, approximately 2/3 male clientele at the dinner hour. Hostess & manager worked together to seat us with no waiting, even though we had no reservation 🙏🏻. Standouts were the Luxemburger (get it? 😂) with bacon and Gruyère cheese, and a martini made with French gin. I didn’t quite catch the name when the waiter told me, Le Plume maybe? But it was good! The French fries were average, a bit soggy. The steak tartare was good quality beef but lacking flavor, needed some capers or something similar to jazz it up. The mushroom soup was serviceable, not magical. Solid place overall.

Have always wanted to go here but it’s a bit of a trek, then was reminded of it by watching Love Story. JFK Jr. liked to go here. I can see why. Place is very busy but the service is impeccable. The food is bistro style, and pretty good though not probably worth going back. The peanut butter ice cream special they had though was some of the best ice cream I’ve had so maybe that will pull me back in! Definitely glad I stopped in, I will recommend going here to people for sure. I’d stop back in when I’m in the neighborhood, but probably won’t travel a half hour on the subway just to go there.

Café Luxembourg was wonderful — full 5 stars! The food was spot-on: perfectly cooked steak frites, rich onion soup gratinée, fresh salads, and the best eggs Benedict for brunch. Everything tasted fresh and comforting.<br>Service was excellent — warm, attentive staff who made us feel right at home. Atmosphere is cozy and charming: classic bistro vibe with great people-watching, soft lighting, and that perfect neighborhood feel.<br>A reliable gem on the Upper West Side — highly recommend for brunch or dinner!

Adorable location and classic brunch spot. Went with a friend over late brunch and had no Rez.. only had to wait 20 minutes and were able to get a table. Definitely a busy location but service and food were both great. Enjoyed Benedict, buffalo dumplings, and egg sandwich. overall recommend

Tried a few items and overall had a great experience. The espresso martini was well made — you could taste the alcohol without it being overpowering, and it was a nice way to start the day. Definitely something I’d order again.<br>The steak was cooked perfectly and very juicy in the middle, though some parts were slightly hard or rubbery. Flavor-wise it was excellent, and the peppercorns added a nice touch to the sauce without being too strong. The fries were thin, perfectly crisp, and the parmesan was a great addition.<br>The grilled cheese was okay, but pairing it with the pickle created a great balance and really enhanced the flavor.<br>Would happily come back and try more from the menu.

This is an excellent French style bistro. I had the French onion soup and the beef bourguignon, while my gf had Camacho crude and salmon. All are pictured, and all were delicious. Service was top class. The bathrooms were well appointed.

Such a fun place! My wife and I arrived at 11:45am on a Monday for a post-movie brunch and Cafe Luxembourg did not disappoint! We sat at the bar and shared a bottle of Rose, onion soup, salade nicoise with yellowfin tuna, zucchini fries, and the warm chocolate chip cookies for dessert. Everything was great and the buzzing atmosphere added to the experience. Highly recommend!

Cafe Luxembourg is an Upper West Side gem! I was specifically searching for actual French- French Onion Soup and found this spot on Google. I am SO glad I did because the soup was perfect, everything I wanted it to be. It was rich and light at the same time, crunchy and soft, the ultimate dish! The bar top is some kind of polished silver and stunning to behold. A local told me it was the only Bartop if it’s kind in the city. Highly recommend! Wonderful and attentive staff, authentic menu, full bar, outdoor seating and very jazzy and chill atmosphere. A must go!

It's always a special treat to dine at Cafe Luxembourg! Our party of four were fortunate enough to get the corner window table. The brunch was sublime delivered with exquisite service. The one issue is the restaurant was filled to capacity and the tables are tightly packed. We enjoyed delicious Bloody Marys and fine coffee. I love the old school Manhattan vibe and style with welcoming staff all with delivered with a French twist. 😊

Great date spot to grab a meal. It's probably geared moreso to that because of the intimate nature of this venue. All the tables here is cozy and in close quarters.<br><br>Food was tasty and good. I have the salmon and it was about a 2.5-3oz portion of salmon. I got it cooked medium rare and the flavor was there with the sauce was good as well. I added sautéed spinach with it and that was tasty as well. Nice light flavor on it.<br><br>The Luxemburger and fries my date had was good too. The fries are really good here. Nice flaky Exterior with soft interior. Lightly salted and overall good! Burger was medium rare and was good as well. I suggest adding cheese or bacon to give it an extra layer of flavor. The burger could use some salt or something whilst being cooked to add to the experience.<br><br>Got 4 drinks as well. 2 each. They were good too.<br><br>Service was attentive and no qualms there.<br><br>After tip and meal, ended up at a little over $200. This place isn't a value proposition. Per person you'll probably at least spend about 60 bucks so come with your wallet.<br><br>If you can afford it, it's a nice option. You get what you pay for here.

Café Luxembourg is one of the best dinner spots on the Upper West Side! The food is consistently delicious, the service is warm, and the atmosphere feels both elegant and comfortable. I came with my child and we were made to feel so welcome, yet it’s also the perfect spot for a cozy date night. A true NYC classic with amazing cocktails and French inspired dishes.

Really tasty food and a very attentive server, Aby.<br>Manager Slava was in charge of the section where we were seated, and he checked on us many times, making sure that we were enjoying every single bite.<br>The special salads with cherry tomatoes and the other one with lettuce, turmeric, and asparagus were so fresh and tasty; we couldn't ask for more.<br>Very generous measurement for the espresso martini.

Prototypical French restaurant with super attentive staff. Inside seating looks kinda packed. We enjoyed the weather and air outside dining. Only got to try the burger with fries. It was cooked perfect with some juice running. The fries are more on the airer side. The pair the meal with Mayo, ketchup, and house sauce which was excellent.

Café Luxembourg is love at first sight!<br>Our server was fantastic—attentive and caring. The food was absolutely delicious. It’s a small, classic American restaurant with a rich history. I was happy to find a cozy table for dinner, but I had made a reservation in advance. I highly recommend doing the same if you want a chance to get a table here!