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Orsay

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1057 Lexington Ave., New York, NY 10021
at 75th St.  See Map | Subway Directions Hopstop Popup
212-517-6400 Send to Phone

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  • Price Range: $$$

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  • Reader Rating:

    7.3 out of 10

    9 Reviews | Write a Review

  • Cuisine: Bistro, French
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Official Website

orsayrestaurant.com

Hours

Mon-Fri, noon-3pm and 5:30pm-11pm; Sat, noon-3:30pm and 5:30pm-11pm; Sun, 11am-3:30pm and 5:30pm-10pm

Nearby Subway Stops

6 at 77th St.

Prices

$23-$32

Payment Methods

American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard, Visa

Special Features

  • Bar Scene
  • Brunch - Weekend
  • Dine at the Bar
  • Great Desserts
  • Notable Wine List
  • Outdoor Dining
  • Private Dining/Party Space

Alcohol

  • Full Bar

Reservations

Recommended

Profile

The remake of The Exorcist isn’t nearly as chilling as what Jean de Noyer must have gone through ridding the demons from this place. But from the ash of Mortimer’s musty chicken hash, Orsay has risen, a brasserie swirling with seductive arches and good cheer, giving the Upper East Side the kind of French tickle it sorely needs. — Rob Patronite and Robin Raisfeld

Brunch

Sun., 11 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

Recommended Dishes

Escargot au pernod, $12; salmon tartare, $19

Reader Ratings

7.3 "Recommended"
Average Reader Rating
on a Scale of 10		 Write Your Own Review

Fabulous classic French Bistro on Upper East Side

kpt112 from 20002 | Posted on 1/18/09

Overall Reader Rating: 10 (Highly Recommended)
Food: 10
Service: 10
Décor: 10
Value: 8

What a great find! Delicious food and friendly atmosphere. Wonderful wine list, classic French Decor, with a helpful staff. The menu selection was superb, the kitchen sent out the food perfectly. We couldn't of asked for a better experience! I...Read More

Find somwhere else!!!

cblackeyes from g46 6jb | Posted on 2/3/08

Overall Reader Rating: 1 (Not Recommended)
Food: 1
Service: 1
Décor: 6
Value: 5

Cold food sent back still cold. Dover sole revolting. Lamb to be carved at table was carved elsewhere. Full of fat and cold. Veg were nice, big deal!!! Tried to charge for the uneaten inedible food. Freezing draught from the door...Read More

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