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LE Bateau Ivre INC

230 E 51st St, Frnt 1, New York City, NY 10022-6571
212-583-0579
Ranked #872 of 7,382 restaurants in New York City
4.5 of 5 stars 33 Reviews
Price range: 36 AUD - 36 AUD
Cuisines: French
Dining options: Reservations, After-hours
Neighbourhood: Midtown
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Dining options: Reservations, After-hours
Neighbourhood: Midtown
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Bethesda, MD
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Classic bistro fare, well prepared, & pleasant service. However, the music was blaring so loud, it was hard to have a conversation. More

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New York City, New York
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

We feel very lucky to have this bistro in our neighborhood and have made it a favorite. They have a wonderful wine list with a knowledgable staff that will help you pair wines with foods. The food is not five star, but we think quite good. The other night we shared a beet salad with was excellent and a steak.... More

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Luxembourg City, Luxembourg
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

Extensive wine list - but overpriced, particularly at the bottom end. We were disappointed that the foie gras was off - so, instead, we had two unexceptional soups. These were followed by steak-frites. The meat was served on cold plates,but at least was well cooked, unlike the frites which were overdone. We asked for some mayonnaise - but what came... More

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Panama City Beach, Florida
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

I'll start by saying I didn't try the food here. This was the only bar in the area that was open on this Sunday night. The beer selection was minimal, I think only 4 to choose from. A few people that came with said the wine was really good, though the beer was most certainly not. Not to mention the... More

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Brisbane, Australia
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2012

Very traditional french fare, matching decor. Food a little pricey for the area, though tasty and standard good. Service slow on the day we visited. More

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Boston, Massachusetts
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2012

My first and probably last time at this place. Was charmy when I walked buy. Interesting menu. But I was disappointed when I went for dinner with my wife since was extremely noisy and no space to seat comfortable . Small tables could almost not fit the 2 dish and wine.. The beef tartar was very good as well the... More

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Kansas City, Missouri
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2012

Simply wonderful food. Enjoyable atmosphere. An experience. Only wine and a few beers but excellent choices still yet. More

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Orvieto, Italy
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2012

Been coming to New York for years and have been here several times, especially when I arrived late and hungry on the nights before my meetings. Always consistently good French bistro food, perfect selection of wines to go with the menu and the ambience, great atmosphere, really caring service and a really enjoyable overall experience. More

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New York
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79 reviews 79 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 January 2012

Best thing that happened to us. We walked by and decided to give it a try! The music was great, the atmosphere as well and the brunch was yummy! Their french toast, better than any place in NYC! Bravo! More

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Wisconsin
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 December 2011

All I had here was the Terrine de Foie Gras Maison, but it was one of the best things I've ever eaten in my life. My friend who is French introduced me to this place, so he should know where good French food is in NYC. The seating area is small and the music was terribly loud, but they are... More

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