Le Philosophe
(Now Closed)French Restaurant$$$$
NoHo, New York
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Geoffroy BablonFebruary 8, 2015One of my favorite places in the city. Ask to be seated downstairs in the wine cellar. The duck is a staple, to follow up with the tarte tatin or the crepe suzette if they're available.
New York PostAugust 25, 2014Bouchot mussels are the plumpest, sweetest little specimens, in a crackling broth of creme fraiche and Aleppo pepper. The house masterpiece is duck à l’orange. Read more
Christy KuoAugust 13, 2013Food is great and price is reasonable. Frog leg is a must. Steak with seared foie grad taste really good!! The only thing is that the restroom smells like shit.
Chelsea RenaudAugust 30, 2015Modern, sleek, but still FRENCH. The prices – for both food and wine – are reasonable. Oyster; bouchot mussels; blanquette de veau; hake; kale salad; croque monsieur; taste tatin; profiteroles.
MarcMarch 5, 2014Tasting Table Top10 Steak Frites: "Grilled Flat Iron, frites, sauce choron, sauce bordelaise" Frenchy real-deal: beefy & tender flat iron fanned out over earthy, jus-like borderlaise...
EpicuriousAugust 3, 2014Duck à l'orange—here a crisp-skinned breast with a stroke of ultrarich potato puree—retains none of the cloying fruitiness that sometimes mars the dish. Read more
Wilson ZhouApril 28, 2014The contrast between tradition and informality seems of a piece with the chef, Matthew Aita, a Philadelphian who has been a sous chef under both Daniel Boulud and Jean-Georges Vongerichten.
Ms HeleneDecember 22, 2015Lobster Thermidor $39, Brussel sprouts, pommes mouselline, clams provecale and foraged salad were best.
Maire GriffinSeptember 17, 2013I want to tell you this place is HORRIBLE - just so I can keep it to myself! The bone marrow, wickedly sinful; the duck l'orange, dastardly delightful; the crepes Suzette, heaven. Stay away!
Ina LiMay 10, 2015French bistro on bond street. Foie gras and filet mignon are musts! They have wonderful rosé too
J LAugust 14, 2014Terrific affordable wine list. Great apps and classic bistro fare. The desserts are great too.
Sofia PapastamelosOctober 13, 2014Large wine list and top notch pheasant special. The profiteroles are some of the best I've had! Beautiful and cozy date spot.
Glo GonzMarch 14, 2013Highly recommend the Lobster Thermidor, one of the best I've had and believe it or not... the jasmine rice was also incredible and worth trying!
Andrea HongMay 3, 2014If you're there for brunch, sit outside and get the duck confit with a fried egg, crispy potatoes, and grilled bread - YUM.
B RNovember 18, 2012This little hideout has a sexy cavernous atmosphere. Our table shared a bunch of dishes and they were all great! The orange duck is a must have!
Great service and amazing food! Try the duck à l'orange and profiteroles
- My fav restaurant of all time. Steak w foie gras, bone marrow, lobster, foie gras terraine,...anything...its all good!
Bitches Who BrunchOctober 15, 2015The Bitches say: B. It was a good, solid meal with no surprises, but it lacked the pizazz that us New Yorkers seek in our city brunches. Read more
Christie HatgesFebruary 10, 2014Make sure to ask for extra bread to soak up the tasty sauce the muscles are made in. Frog legs are also a must try - truly delicious!
CezaryNovember 16, 2012Try the juicy duck a l'orange - it will make your mouth water. The restaurant is from the same owner as Heidi and Extra Place.- My fav spot in NYC !!! Must try bone marrow, beef with foie gras, foie gras terraine and lobster!
zahy atmeNovember 18, 2012Industrial chic spot tucked away on Bond st. The chocolate mousse was delectable. Actually everything was! You won't be disappointed. Also, celebrity sighting alert!
Ginger StanleyMarch 22, 2015Joan of arc is an amazing cocktail with a bit of a kick. Fromage plate and scallops are a must.
JD HarringtonAugust 7, 2015Steak frites were solid. Maybe a little small on the cut of steak, but very nice all around.
Meg FarmerOctober 6, 2014The duck was delicious. Downstairs atmosphere was great, like eating in a wine cellar or library.
Andrew NuscaMarch 14, 2013No matter how you measure it, this place is a bargain. Top-notch technique with a tiny tab. Definitely a regular visit. (But let's keep it between us, ok?)
SarahJuly 24, 2015Everything is amazing here. But can we talk about the bread? Better than balthalzars!!
Tory BrooksFebruary 8, 2013OMG the mussels. Seriously TDF. Also this place is so cute and not loud which is hard to find in this area of the city.
Julie PeckFebruary 2, 2013The kale salad is decadent and it's definitely enough for brunch if you're not super hungry!
- Amazing birthday dinner w bone marrow, lobster, chic mousse and wine for my friend MariA - hell yeah
The New Yorker ManagerMay 6, 2013"The food, for the most part, is not merely French but old-school French..." Read more
Pam B.May 5, 2013Ideal meal: country pâté, duck à l'orange or tournedos Rossini, chocolate profiteroles.
Elias WehbeNovember 18, 2012Although the food was good (average by NY standards), it wasn't good enough to make up for the 45 min it took to get here. And I just didn't get the ambiance. To be fair, they opened this Wednesday.
Anet Izmitli CourbotAugust 23, 2015The service is sooo slow! Unless you are willing to stay there for 3 hours, do not go...
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Classic French farm to table bistro located on charming cobbled stoned Bond street, we offer the best of old school french fares with a modern twist.
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 5:30 PM–11:00 PM
- Fri
- 5:30 PM–Midnight
- Sat
- 11:30 AM–Midnight
- Sun
- 11:30 AM–11:00 PM
(212) 388-0038
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating
No
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
Drinks
Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails, BYO
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