Chez Lucienne
(Now Closed)French Restaurant$$$$
Central Harlem, New York
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Peter MacRobertMarch 31, 2018Great brunch menu. The burger is solid, and the eggs florentine is perfectly done. Bottomless mimosas are pricey but worth it if you’re having two or more.
The mussels riviera were simply delight, the monkfish was swimming with the mussels and the shrimps in a tastefull sea of white wine and garlic & the riesling was chilled to perfection thanks to Jerry
Tina HilllOctober 17, 2016Great choice if Red Rooster is too crowded. And even if not, still a great choice! Steak Frites were excellent. Noisy crowd but still can have good conversation.
Serious EatsApril 5, 2013We're big fans of the classic dishes at this elegant French bistro. Consider their nightly specials or the bountiful $25 Sunday prix fixe, and make sure to check out the killer brunch menu.
Chris VAugust 8, 2016My favorite restaurant hands down in the neighborhood. The quality of food is excellent and there is hardly any wait.
Mike FriedlichSeptember 10, 2016Classique Cheeseburger w/Fries is excellent! So too is Scrambled eggs w/smoked salmon. Bread for the table with olive oil/balsamic is also great.
Anissa TJanuary 24, 2013Food was amazing and the waiters are awesome not to mention cute! So happy I came here instead of red rooster. I will definitely be coming back for the food and hospitality
CompassMay 15, 2014For authentic cuisine invoking the Parisian cross-culture of the Harlem Renaissance, look no further than the croque madame and mousse at this cocktail bar and restaurant.
Vivian VoJanuary 29, 2015$14 for soup or salad + burger, sandwich, or mussels. Def go with a friend and share 2 different entrees & the French onion soup.
The manager is wonderful, he always maakes the menu work. Staff is great its a feeling here of a small Paris bistro.. love the food. Wish they had live french music
Harlem AmbassadorFebruary 7, 2013The cafe here is the place to be "scene" as the fashionable set struts up Lenox. Happy hour packs them in. But speaking French gets you noticed. Mussels & Salmon Tartare are tops. Portions fluctuate.
WeHarlemJuly 16, 2011WE love the French food and interior decor. Outdoor seating is nice as well. Ask about the VIP Tuesday card. Got half off on meal. Visit
Now closed. I believe due to mismanagement. I sadly predicted it’s fate. Great loss of a classy place near the Harlem crossroads/125& Lenox Ave.
Tatiana HirschhornJuly 13, 2015Delicious omelettes!!! Very tasty trout but small piece. Very nice ambient!! Cocktails are great!!!- Serious EatsApril 5, 2013Steer clear of the Kobe burger and go for the regular, instead -- it's the best we've found in Harlem.
Zennah JonesDecember 9, 2012Great food, great service. Took my family there for a surprise birthday party. They were VERY accommodating...will be back very soon.
Marc LeftonJune 22, 2013$14 for a carafe of mimosa, sangria or Bloody Mary can't beat. If you stay for dessert try the blueberry tart.
Their tuna tartare and foie gras is SUBLIME. Super friendly service and you really can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Tuesday is VIP night with 50% off your bill.
Taj W.April 23, 2012Love the energy and atmosphere of this place, but I need for the cute waiter that resembles John Legend to NOT be so damn absent-minded.
Beauty SoulSeptember 30, 2012Monday night is Steak Night. A real bargain. Any steak is 12.95 and sides are 5 dollars. #getit
Ms HeleneDecember 3, 2017Plenty of bar seating. Salmon with champagne sauce and half roasted chicken.
Anna MarieOctober 27, 2013Fantastic! Reasonable and great ambiance. Don't skip the chocolate mousse!
Tyger MadendaMarch 15, 2012Try sitting at the bar with Jason, one of the hottest White boys EVER! I like 'em heavy-handed and handsome, honey!- I also must add I ordered Merlot. It came was watered down house wine. They admitted they ran out of merlot. They replaced it with a nice Cab..just upsetting to see a wonderful place going slowly down
KateFebruary 7, 2010Combo of French food and New Orleans cuisine; great for a friend/family re-connect and a casual date. Lenox Ave restau. never had it so interesting.
Mike PerryJanuary 15, 2014Just go there to drool over the hot lunch-time bartender lol. Food is good though too!
Food was awesome as always but my waitress, who I believe is new, never. checked on me, even once.- Abiola AbramsJune 3, 2012If you're seeking a healthy approach have the salmon burger sans bread with spinach on the side.
Try the salmon crepe! Very yummy. Also the French toast is great!
Lorraine DixonJuly 29, 2011Based on my one experience, it was not representative of French food. Notwithstanding, the food and ambience combined made it a nice evening.
Excellent bistro fare, excellent value, best net in this area if Red Rooster is too rich for your blood.
Tiia RichardsonOctober 21, 2011Poulet roti lunch special with chips and soup of the day is a fantastic deal
Harlem World MagazineAugust 4, 2010A reader says check out the desersts; Creme Brulee and pistachio, chocolate and cassis sorbets at Chez Lucienne...killers
Soupe á l'oognon: not bad. Steak au poivre: good. Service: better. Music: best AND loudest.
- Brad GaroonMay 11, 2015At least during our visit, the service was abysmal, and the food wasn't any better. The burger was a cold, dry, and overcooked hunk of meat. Read more
Stephen L HarlowOctober 21, 2009A Bistro worth traveling to. It's at the 125th stop on the 2 or 3 train. 3 blocks east of 125th stop on the A train. Read more
- The service and great ambience is not what it was. I hope they wake up and get it right again
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At Chez Lucienne, our goal is to bring you on a Parisian escape without having to find your passport. Come visit us at Harlem's first French bistro.
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 11:00 AM–Midnight
- Fri
- 11:00 AM–2:00 AM
- Sat
- 9:00 AM–2:00 AM
- Sun
- 9:00 AM–11:00 PM
(212) 289-5550
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Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Music
Live Music
Food & Drink
Menus
Happy Hour
Drinks
Wine, Full Bar
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"Stunning French food. Ask for a table at the back and get to walk through the busy kitchen. The profiteroles with hot chocolate sauce are amazing!"
Pip Holmes - 8.7
"Foie gras brûlé with strawberry syrup and aged balsamic is delicious. Tuna tartare with avocado, spicy radish, and ginger marinade (picture) is pretty good."
Steven Gruber - 8.8
"best french toast and lemon pancake in NY and they have great service."
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