La Bonne Soupe - New York

The best spot in midtown. Incredible French cuisine in a casual atmosphere. Great for lunch alone or a large group for dinner.

Nice restaurant. The croque madame was delicious as was the salad that comes with it. Make a reservation or you might have to wait.... especially around Christmas time.

We had a nice time at our first visit to la bonne soupe. it was a busy pre-theatre time and the staff was somewhat stressed, but remained pleasant. for me, the Entree selections were limited – fat meat dishes or sandwiches were the most important choices. I finished the addition of salmon to a Caesar salad – a little boring. the salmon was nicely boiled, the salad was drowned in the dressing and had to be cut with knife and fork. on the positive side were the oysters, mush and ducks, enjoyed by others, good choices. the prices are competitive for the neighbourhood.

La Bonne Soupe does a fantastic job of presenting classic French dishes. All ingredients and dishes are fresh, service is impeccable and prices are low given the neighborhood and the quality of food. I go there for lunch regularly and recommend heartily. Only criticism is that the decor is a bit tired, but ... c'est la vie, and for me offset and then some by the quality of food and service.

This restaurant is quite popular. It was bustling when we arrived after spending the day at the MOMA. I didn’t expect it to be so crowded, especially since Benoit New York is just down the street; however, this place seems to have a loyal following. Though it's slightly cheaper than Benoit New York, the price difference isn't significant. I did notice that the menu has shrunk; there aren’t as many options as before. Still, the dishes that are available are excellent. I highly recommend trying the French onion soup and the crème brûlée.