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French restaurant in New York, New York

What should I order at Buvette?

4.4 4,450 reviews $20 to 60 71 skippers

What to order

  1. 🥇

    Croque Madame

    Mentioned multiple times as a standout brunch item; reviewers called it tasty, delicious, and worth ordering, with one noting the egg-topped version was especially good and shareable.

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    Pain Perdu

    Repeatedly praised as a favorite dessert/brunch dish, with one reviewer saying it had a special place in their heart and another describing it as excellent and worth the wait.

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    Belgian Waffle

    Recommended for its crisp exterior and fluffy interior, with reviewers also loving the berries on top; it was described as delicious and one of the best brunch items.

  4. 4

    Salmon Fumé

    Called fresh, elegant, and packed with flavor, with fluffy scrambled eggs and generous smoked salmon making it one of the most strongly recommended dishes.

  5. 5

    Chocolate Mousse

    Suggested as a dessert to order if you have room, and later praised again as delicious, not too sweet, and memorable for its rich chocolate flavor.

  6. 6

    Scrambled Eggs

    Frequently singled out for being super soft, creamy, fluffy, and flavorful, making it one of the most consistently loved breakfast items.

  7. 7

    Waffle Sandwich

    Described as spot-on delicious and excellent, making it a recommended savory-sweet brunch choice.

  8. 8

    French Toast

    One reviewer said it was 'to die for,' indicating it was a particularly memorable and highly recommended dish.

Details

Location

42 Grove St, New York, New York, 10014, US

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Hours

Monday 8 AM to 12 AM
Tuesday 8 AM to 12 AM
Wednesday 8 AM to 12 AM
Thursday 8 AM to 12 AM
Friday 8 AM to 12 AM
Saturday 8 AM to 12 AM
Sunday 8 AM to 12 AM

About Buvette

Popular, quaint bistro offering a French small-plates menu at breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Amenities

From the business

  • Identifies as women-owned

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Delivery
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great cocktails
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection
  • Great wine list
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Hard liquor
  • Healthy options
  • Late-night food
  • Organic dishes
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Gender-neutral restroom
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Upscale

Crowd

  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Usually a wait

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Parking

  • Free street parking
  • Paid street parking
  • Usually difficult to find a space

Pets

  • Dogs allowed outside

Frequently asked

What is Buvette known for?

Buvette is best known for its croque madame, especially the version topped with an egg, and for French breakfast and brunch dishes like the waffle sandwich and pain perdu. Reviewers also point to the coq au vin and the fresh, simple small-plates style as reasons people wait in line for it.

What dishes are most recommended at Buvette?

The most recommended dishes are the croque madame, waffle sandwich, pain perdu, and coq au vin, with the Belgian waffle and almond croissant also getting repeated praise. Reviewers also mention the brioche French toast, chocolate mousse, and gratin potatoes as standouts.

What is the atmosphere like at Buvette?

Buvette has a small, cozy, intimate feel that reviewers compare to a Parisian cafe, with close seating, a bar area, and a small outdoor patio. It is described as romantic and lively at peak brunch and dinner times, and it works well for pairs, small groups, or solo brunch.

Is Buvette good value, and what is the price range?

Buvette falls in the $20 to $60 range, and reviewers often say the food justifies the cost because it feels fresh, well prepared, and generous enough to share in some cases. A dinner for two was reported around $120, while breakfast and brunch items like the waffle sandwich and croque madame are frequently described as worth the wait and price.

How long is the wait at Buvette?

Buvette usually has a wait, and reviewers commonly report about 10 to 30 minutes, especially for brunch since reservations are not taken. People suggest arriving early, and some note that bar seating can help you get in faster.

Is parking available at Buvette?

Yes. Free street parking, Paid street parking, Usually difficult to find a space is available.

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