French Roast Uptown

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2340 Broadway (at at 85th St.)
New York, NY 10024

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(212) 799-1533
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Best

I have to say, every summer I have travelled to Paris, but this summer due to some financial straits I haven't been able to go..luckily French Roast is here!! The decor is righ...

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The waiting staff here can be quite snobby. One time we were told (after being seated) to go to the bar instead because one of us didnot want to order dinner. This was unexcepta...

Average food - Spotty service 12/28/2004

This cafe is right around the corner from my apartment and I probably eat there about twice a month. The food is decent, but not memorable, and the service when I go is never consistent. Not a bad experience - I've never had a bad meal there, but never had anything GREAT, reasonable prices, open 24 hours. Pros: Open 24 hours, decent food more
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afternoon desserts 6/2/2004

I went here in the afternoon with a friend. The cafe itself was really nice with comfortable outdoor chairs and tables, but the service could have been better. We only ordered desserts and drinks, but no refills were offered. Anyhow, we were able to sit as long as we wanted and chat, which was nice. I'm told that it is open 24hrs which is good. more
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hmmm... 3/23/2004

such a 'blah' place...went for a solo lunch the other day as was in the area and well, it was just ""alright'...waitress had a snobby attitude which was funny as it's not exactly Balthazars...Bartender was attentive and pleasant though....should pull their socks up as there are many better places in the area... Pros: food not bad Cons: , sloppy service more
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terrible experience 9/21/2003

We were seated outside and the waiter spilled red wine and hot tea on myself and my date. We were then shooed inside. One would think we'd get an apology or complimentary drinks - instead, we got a snobby waiter wouldn't even take our order for 15 minutes and gave us lip when we asked him to do so. We left, never to return. With so many good restaurants on the UWS, I don't need overpriced food, absurdly arrogant wait-staff who don't recognize they work at a glorified diner, clumsy service, and management that doesn't care. Cons: Bad service, Overpriced food more
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Snobs 7/3/2003

The waiting staff here can be quite snobby. One time we were told (after being seated) to go to the bar instead because one of us didnot want to order dinner. This was unexceptable considering that the place was not even filled. Spoke to the manager who was carefree about it!!! This incident left a bad taste in my mouth. But, the place is pretty charming. The best thing about French Roast is that it is opened 24-7 so it's quite convienient. The food is not great and is not really worth the prices. It's nice and quiet, but certainly not a five star kind of cafe. I suggest going to lalo instead, which is right up the cross street-- happier waiters, better food, and cheerier lighting. Pros: opened all the time, dim and quiet Cons: rude staff, food not worth the $$, not especially warm more
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French is it?? 3/13/2003

There for breakfast on a slow Tuesday morning. Asked for Croissants - they were out. Asked for Marmalade (coomon in France) had to wait 5 minutes until a non spanish speaking person came to say there was only cheap American jam (jelly). When Smoked Salmon & Eggs arrived it was decent. Very disappointing. Been in the evening and it was value and fun and good. THere is no excuse for this sloppiness. So much competition in the area.. Pros: Decor, Late Atmosphere Cons: Wait Staff, Poor Knowledge Menu more
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First Timer 10/15/2002

After passing by this restaurant for sometime I finally decided to go in and have dinner. I was pleasantly suprised. The food was exceptional. The menu consisted of standard brassiere food, better then places like Balthazar etc. I choose to go with one of the special, the braised lamb shank in red wine, which was excellent. The service was friendly and the atmosphere was casual. The restaurant is a bit noisy but that is something that can be overlooked once you sit down and enjoy a great meal more
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Would never go back 8/21/2002

Snobby service and food I would not feed my dog. I respect him to much. Over priced for what it is - a glorified starbucks that can not make a decent cup of coffee. Cons: Snobby Service, Bad Coffee, AHHHHHHHHHH!!!!! more
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  • Great for people-watching, this Upper West Side branch of the French Roast Cafe is virtually identical to its downtown double, with omnipresent cafe au laits served in big white bowls to a...

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  • Hours: Daily 24 hours
  • Payments: American Express, Master Card, Visa
  • Neighborhoods: Midtown, Upper West Side
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