Amuse Bouche Bistro

Absolutely perfect, welcoming, charming neighborhood spot that is also well worth going out of your way for. Honestly the best lunch I’ve had in NYC.

Cute place with great food that is on my list of favorites to return to. I’ve been here twice, and the quiche du jour impressed each time! The tarte aux pommes was excellent! I would love to try other items. The place also carries specialty items from France. I love the honey!

Hidden gem inside La Marqueta under the train tracks, just a few blocks from Central Park and Museum Mile. Delicious and authentic French bistro fare plus brunch specials. French toast and eggplant were standouts. A bargain for how high quality everything was! You can sit down for full service or pick up pastries to go for a picnic. Coffee and juice only/BYOB-friendly!

Hands down new favourite spot in the city. Unapologetically French while also being unapologetically New York. Food is precise and perfectly executed; lots of care given to ingredients. The couple who own it are charming human beings who take pride in their work, and the prices are so reasonable for the extremely high quality! I've been restaurant industry for twenty plus years and I'm a CMS somm and I have eaten a lot of French food. People in America don't realise it can be so casual and effortlessly delicious and balanced, with so many nods to NYC in the process. The salmon sandwich is the most charmingly French interpretation of a fundamentally New York thing like lox (on a baguette instead of a bagel.) The special duck confit parmentier is such a Gascon thing, and starting the day with it at 11am reminds me so deeply of the heavy dejuner l'ouvrier (working man's lunch) I'd have when doing migrant labour in provincial areas (it was just too early to start with jug wine, ha.) They make their own compound butter. The coffee is executed perfectly and they use french branded syrups instead of monin, which are much less saccharin. And the pastries! They make their own compound dough. I've eaten enough for the whole day and feel the need to do farm labour to burn it off now. I will be back, often. Please take it from me and don't miss this.

Apple tart is a must. Tomato soup special was the best I’ve ever had. Included fresh croutons that were delicious! The breakfast sampler included eggs, French toast, cheese, potatoes is another great option.

I’ve been wanting to try this bistro spot for a while and I’m glad that I did because everything was magnifique and quite affordable surprisingly. I cannot believe that I have not come here sooner. This will be my number one spot to grab lunch/breakfast. Also, the owners, Anthony and Edouard (I’m assuming that’s how it’s spelled) were nice!

Tomato soup was so flavorful yet creamy! The owners are extremely kind and go above and beyond with their service. I had an off menu special which consisted of duck (forgot the French name of the dish) and it was also quite good too. Highly recommend checking out and I will definitely be back soon!

This place is an absolute gem. The staff is super friendly and knowledgeable. If you want an authentic French experience this is the place to go. Fresh Pastries, breads, savories and more. Saturday they offer the full brunch menu. Amazing coffee. Super cute and unique, imported from France, edible retail.

I am sucker for a French brunch spot close to the Bronx. I wanted some authentic brunch on budget and found this gem! Food: 5/5 I am big eater so having brunch is serious business! This place really allows to eat. I get a side of soup every time and I am never disappointed. The reason this place is a five is because they do amazing side of duck and crispy bacon with their brunch platter. Plus, there platter include salad, potatoes, egg, and a protein all under $25. I can't even find that in a dinner nowadays. Clearly their food will speak for itself, but this is the best East Harlem brunch I have found for $70-$65 for two after tax and tip. Service: 5/5 Shout to the owners and their staff because they make you feel like princess! They were so kind and attentive, even when I told them I found something too salty. They were super receptive to feedback and we were even able to talk about in future visit. In short, they are great! All in all, this is my go-to French brunch spot. The service is great, the food is great, and cost is reasonable. The only downside is that they code a grocery store on credit cards so, no restaurant points here.

French paradise in East Harlem's, La Marqueta, the best and most surprisingly sublime restaurant experience in Manhattan this year. Location: We we're going to the Conservatory garden near East Harlem and wanted to find a special spot for some family visiting the city. There are a lot of good food spots but not as many lunch places. You enter and you are welcomed by the owner. He immediately set up with a table and let us take in the menu with the options. He was just the most genuine person. We arrived around 11:45 am and before any type of lunch rush. The restaurant is inside La Marqueta so it is not fine dining but they are able to elevate a food hall feeling to something very memorable. The space is also a time capsule of old time New York vibes which I liked with artists with their paintings displayed and other food stalls with La Marqueta. Food and drinks: We ordered a mix of their specials and classics like Croque Madame. We were blown away with how the chef was able top quality in a kitchen the size of a NYC apartment inside this food stall. We ended with cappuccino and left satisfied and thankful. Service: The owners were so welcoming and helpful. At one point, it took a little long to get in our orders but that was peak lunch time so I will give them a pass. We were there on a weekday so I am not sure how busy they get. This place looked truly like they are building community with each meal which was endearing and rare to see in NYC. Sum-up: Check their instagram feed for their daily specials, go and eat there, speak to your fellow patrons and revel in visiting France with out the airfare.

Amuse Bouche is fantastic. Everything was wonderful. We got the croque madame, which is like an evolved version of a grilled cheese plus ham and a runny egg on top. Truly stupendous. Good enough that it more than matched my nostalgic memory of having a croque monsieur in southern France. (Sorry, that felt like bragging, but I hope it makes my point.) We also had the French toast with berries which was fantastic, did not need the syrup; the first few bites were a bit thick, just make sure to get the compote and cream involved. Potatoes were straightforward tasty, meaningfully good because I typically don't pay much attention to potatoes. We also got the quiche, which I usually never order out because I always think I could just make it at home; still true, this quiche was good but I likely wouldn't order it again when there are so many fantastic options to surpass it. My only complaint are the tables and chairs. They were a bit too small and loungy for the amount of food we got. However, that might be a personal problem. The atmosphere is fantastic, the location is nice, the service staff is a delight, the food is absolutely delicious. Everything was wonderful! # boyfriendreviews

Very friendly service from owners and server. Quiche , egg plant and cod dishes were wonderful. Small place that shares with other food establishments,

Very much in love with this place. The details and nuance in everything that come from their kitchen has always been constant and it's a beautiful thing to see this coming from their love for what they do. This also reflects on how genuinely warm people are here (not the usual forced hospitality friendliness). These photos were from repeat visits over time :-) Deviled eggs and croque madam sandwich ‍

Okay, I may have found my new favorite brunch spot in all of NYC. Amuse Bouche is nondescript and tucked inside a food hall underneath a bridge. Don't let that fool you, because service and food quality are 11/10. We came in relatively early on a Saturday and we were seated immediately with some water. I don't believe there are any reservations here. My friend and I got the lattes with hazelnut and vanilla caramel flavoring. They also had fresh bread with butter, which was practically bottomless. Anthony (I believe the owner?) just kept topping us off with this fresh, good quality bread. So you already know this place is going to deliver. And deliver they did! We got the assorted cheese plate to share with bottomless bread, then we split the French toast and the smoked salmon assortment plate which has smoked salmon (of course), eggs, and a salad. Everting was done to perfection! My friend and I ate and ate and we still had some left over (which still tasted amazing a day after). So glad we stumbled upon this spot and I can't wait to come back.

The shebetty was the perfect size and UGH so well seasoned. The pricing was high but I guess that's NY brunch. The spinach quiche was also delicious

Amuse Bouche delivers every time my fiancee and I go. Addicted to their brunch, especially "The All Shebetty." The shared seating in the marketplace is bare and not the most comfortable but the food here makes up for it.

Awesome breakfast!! Would recommend highly! Anthony and his team were super passionate about their craft and made all guests feel incredibly welcome!! The menu was well crafted and the attention to detail was top notch! Food was delicious!! What a cool experience! Come visit!!!

Absolutely delicious breakfast, very tasty! The service was amazing from start to finish! I was taken care of and made to feel right at home. High quality food at a great price. I will definitely be returning here!

Always a great idea. This charming hole in the wall is worth finding. Anthony and Edward are a wonderful team. When you come here, you feel at home. The French toast is magic but if it's available...get the stuffed peppers. You won't regret it.

Omggggg. I've had this bookmarked for a while and finally decided to check it out. I'm so glad I did. It's in a unique location, under the subway tracks. The tables are adorable bistro style tables. I opted for the French Toast because the photos I saw made it look nice. Well reader, the French Toast was FANTASTIC. The compote with the fresh berries and whipped cream made it chef's kiss. I was originally going to take it to go but Anthony made me feel so welcome and suggested I take a seat and stay. So I did. My food was prepared quickly and was fresssh. Highly recommend coming here for the French Toast!

My friend used this restaurant for catering for her wedding reception. It was a small gathering of about 25 people. I really enjoyed all of their food. It felt like I was eating a home cooked meal. Their mushroom and goat cheese quiche had nice texture and flavor. The mushroom puff pastries were also tasty, but I think they're best served warm. Their couscous was prepared to perfection. They also served a bunch of mixed vegetables which were very fresh. Their service was wonderful. They were super friendly and accommodating. Definitely worth a try for authentic french cuisine.

A Real bang for your money. I must say that I was a little curious about this spot. But after ordering and getting my food I must say wow. This place really knows how to make sure you are fed. It's definitely worth every dollar. Food was amazingly fresh and deliciously tasty. You get a taste of French gourmet cuisine. Anthony made sure we were good and everything was up to part. I definitely recommend this place if you are in the Spanish Harlem area, or even live in the area. Definitely will visit again.

This Saturday morning I woke up in the mood for some quality time with my daughter. I know my daughter is a big foodie and she enjoys going out to eat. We usually make our way downtown to eat something different. However, I was not in the mood to travel mass transit, instead I wanted to stay local and enjoy the walk in our neighborhood. I also wanted to try out someplace new and support our local business. So I searched for places to have brunch near me. During my web search I was intrigued by the images of the French Toasts and anyone that knows me, knows that I love me some French Toast. So we made our way to this fine establishment. When arriving at La Marqueta I saw the sign outside that read the brunch Menu for the day. This restaurant is actually located inside La Marqueta. My daughter's initial thought was, "mom this place doesn't look like a restaurant." She was a little upset, but her mood quickly changed when she discovered that it was a French place. We were greeted nicely by Anthony and the waitress. We ordered our coffee and orange juice. The coffee was powerful and woke me out of my slightly depressed mood. I ordered the French toast and my daughter ordered the Capri sandwich with salad. When I first took a bite from my dish I was amazed at the delicious taste of the whipped cream. I am 100% sure it was made from scratch because I had never tasted anything like it before. My daughter loved her Capri sandwich. She was so excited about finding this place and is eager to bring all her friends to try the food. As we were walking out we were greeted once again by Anthony who was very pleasant and very knowledgeable about his products. The cool thing about this establishment is that they also sell a variety of different French pastries, and products. They also have different cheeses and food to go. Overall this dining experience was a pleasant one. Everyone is so kind and friendly. We highly recommend it. We will definitely be back! I can't wait!

This restaurant is a diamond in the rough. Underneath a train station in the amazing local business market "La Marqueta", you'll find this amazing French bistro with authentic French cuisine. The service is absolutely fantastic. The ambiance is very market style with a train above it adding that little NYC Razzle dazzle.

I have never written a Yelp review before but felt compelled to write one today after finally making it for brunch at Amuse Bouche. I stopped by last December during the holiday frenzy and purchased a quiche to go. The owner was so friendly and gave me a sweet pastry that I tried on my way home. It was so sublime (I usually pick savory over sweet anytime) that I knew this was a special place. I finally made it for their popular brunch with my daughter today and "quelle découverte"! Just a few steps from home this will be my go-to brunch place from now on! A few things that struck me besides the delicious food (we tried the berry french toast and the quiche again - perfect!): 1) The owners love what they do and the cuisine and food is a perfect reflection of that; 2) the owners are genuinely friendly. They seem to know and remember all their patrons and greet them with such tenderness. It is rare to see this nowadays. I am so grateful that this exists in the community. To think that this is taking place under the MetroNorth train tracks! Again, "quelle merveilleuse découverte"!

I love this place and I am a regular Anthony and Edward are always so nice. The food is amazing and the service is always wonderful. It is not a large staff so be patient and do know they are working. I usually get the croque monsieur and sometimes I get the egg in it depending on my mood; I have also gotten the shebang which is also delicious. I have gotten their salads and sandwiches. Their hot chocolate is also delicious nice smooth taste. I just love this place; I have celebrated birthdays here and the food is always consistent.

Best croissants in ny I ever taste! Very helpful and friendly stuff. I tried different food, spinach, beacon pie and soups everything so far was very fresh and tasty! I'm happy returned customer!! A++

What a pleasant surprise discovering Amuse Bouche Bistro.My sister and I had afternoon lunch at this French bistro. Our lunch included quiche with mushrooms and goat cheese,curry chicken sandwich on a baguette and a salad of roasted chicken,romaine lettuce,apple,bacon and blue cheese.All very sumptuous and delectable. Our hosts Anthony and Edward were top notch and extended their hospitality to the fullest. We plan to make a return visit to gastronomic hidden gem.

Omgggg Everything here was absolutely divine. The bread pudding , the potatoes, the muffins, the garlic shrimp with rice. Chef's kiss! And you can kiss the chef bc he's in the kitchen making magic and coming out to greet people. Lovely atmosphere and amazing food! Thank you for having the utmost food integrity and charm, Anthony and Edward! Once you try it you'll become a regular!

Bread pudding!! Moist, textured, crispy on the outside, soft on the inside. + friendly customer service. AND In the heart of a wonderful community!

Amazing food, friendly service. One of the best in the area!!! Highly recommended. Chapeau !!

A small gem on 115st and park avenue under the train the food was amazing service too. The portions are generous too. Everything we got was so tasty definitely I will go back

I really love this place and I really appreciate having good healthy food in Spanish Harlem. Despite being a small kiosk/booth/space inside La Marqueta (with plenty of tables for seating) they do manage to turn out quite an array of options. Great salads and my favorite, the bacalao pie with a side salad.

Great neighborhood cafe with exceptional service and delicious, quality food under the train tracks! We came here for brunch on Easter Sunday and I'm so glad we did. Anthony was very welcoming, engaging, and friendly. He strives to make sure everyone has a positive experience. I love that! We had the spinach and feta quiche and the All SheBang plate. Everything was delicious and had great flavor! The bacon was smoked and cooked to perfection. Coffee was strong and bold. The salad was fresh. Anthony even brought us a sample of their fudge brownie and it was bomb, rich and decadent. We also tried the bread pudding muffin and it was good and moist even though we didn't try it until two days later. This place has definitely redeemed NY restaurants for me in terms of breakfast food. We've been disappointed time and time again during our visit. Thank you Amuse Bouche! We will see you next time!

I wanted to treat myself to brunch. Found this place. So happy I did. Prices are nice. Service was nice. The French toast is a must. I had the duck Shepard's pie. I'm sure it's a different name but basically Shepard pie with duck, I wanted to try something new and I am Soo happy I did. My first time trying duck and it was delicious. I will return. Only thing that was missing was a Bellini. They do not serve them but still was nice to be home but felt away from home. A nice little hidden gem to visit.

The food here was absolutely delicious and the service was very warm and friendly. It's nice to have a Sunday brunch here. My shrimp was delicious with lots of flavor and the quiche was very moist, fluffy, and flavorful. And the waitress was very kind she definitely made the experience great - I am usually a very indecisive eater but she helped me pick and I enjoyed it very much. Will definitely come back!

Delicious food. Friendly staff. Very quick service. Quirky but cozy little location. Owned and operated by a local couple.

This is a hidden jewel in E. Harlam underneath train track in a market at corner of E 115 and Park ave. The chef is French! His grandmother taught him how to make tarts at 7. The service, food and people were phenomenal!

The food was very good and authentic. I would plan to go back and try the other food on the menu. Everyone was happy and satisfied with their orders. Edward and Anthony were very gracious and accommodated our group's get together. We went on Wednesday for lunch, La Marqueta was not busy yet. They have many fun events on weekends for the community. We will check it out. Great place for brunch, lunch and snacks!

Just finished lunch, and I have to say, more people need to know about this place. Run by the loveliest people, who are so warm and welcoming. The food is great. The ambience is quirky and fun. I took some beautiful, pastries home.

Food was exceptional! We had the escargot, quiche Lorraine and French toast and could not be more pleased. Also, service was amazing.

A welcome new addition to La Marqueta, Amuse Bouche brings liveliness and a well-curated menu to this neighborhood. They are easily on track to become a central meeting spot. They previously operated out of the Hot Bread Kitchen incubator and were a big part of the Marcus Garvey farmer's market. Don't miss: - jamon and cheese croissant with homemade bechamel - french toast Excited to see this restaurant take off!

The top tier in service, quality and taste of food. I cannot recommend more! A neighborhood gem!

Small and hidden under the Amtrak train on Park Ave, the food is deceptively simple and stunningly delicious. You can taste the ingredients, they run out of items throughout the day, but they don't have excess of everything because the items are fresh. Hidden gem!!

Chef Edourd and Anthony serve the best French food! So thankful for this bistro. We eat here all the time. Absolutely delicious!

There is simply no better place to get lunch in the neighborhood, or maybe even Manhattan. Edouard and Anthony serve up the best salads, soups, quiches, baguette sandwiches, and even pork chops, eggplant lasagnas, chicken curries, (and more) that you can find. Everything is super fresh and beautifully done and the menu changes daily. They also have amazing desserts as well. Also, they do catering! They catered my baby shower and made tons of delicious goodies. Love love love this place!

I had the Al Sha-Betty and it was absolutely delicious! The platter was reasonably priced and very filling. The customer service was amazing.

Seriously the most delicious salads, sandwiches and cheese plate. Not to mention the cappuccino. So good!

I was visiting NYC and my brother recommended Amuse Bouche. I went and fell in love. The food is magnificent. I had The All Shebang. It was so good, I came back the next day and had it again. I also bought a sandwich for later in the day. If I lived in Harlem, I'd be eating there everyday... or at least everyday they're open.

Great little place. Croque monsieur and madame are stellar. On our way back there now for lunch.

The food is soooo good and the staff are the sweetest. Recommend the quiches and pastries. The daily specials are divine.

Great little spot in the "marqueta". Food was delicious. I recommend the "croque Madame" and to be honest it was one of the best that I've had in nyc. Great bechamel to cheese to game ratio and the salad was great too. I'll definitely be back! The service is also super nice, friendly and refreshing. Wantipa is awesome!

I am so so lucky to have this gem in my neighborhood. It is a GIFT to East Harlem! The service from the couple who run the place is excellent & the food is exquisite! I've had a try of many things there and it never disappoints. The pastries are heavenly, entrees, sandwiches, brunch selections...I could go on forever. They are all so delicious and you can tell immediately that it was made by a talented chef. Ingredients are so fresh. I've loved everything I've tried but my personal faves are.....oh who am I kidding?! Everything is an A+ Do yourself a favor and head there immediately! Oh and a bonus is they have some French packaged goods you can shop around and try.

I stopped by checking out the Marqueta on a late weekday afternoon. Most of the vendors were closed by this time and this was one of the vendors open. I ordered one of the specials of the day and was very impressed with the item since the item itself is very difficult to work with and can be very easy to mess up. They did a wonderful job of cooking with the ingredient and would recommend this place to anyone for a nice change of pace in the area.

What a wonderful spot! My friend and I just went here for the first time and absolutely fell in love. The food is phenomenal -- and we're picky -- and it is so affordable. Plus, our waitress was SO nice and everyone that worked there was lovely as well. We're definitely coming back and will hopefully make this one of our regular brunch spots!

I've never written a Yelp review, but I felt it was a must because everyone should enjoy the delicious food offered at Amuse Bouche. This minuscule bistro is located within La Marqueta. They have a selection of tasty sandwiches (on baguettes that are delivered from France and finished in their oven) and pastries. However, the best food can be found in their daily specials (like beef bourguignon or chicken/vegetable curry) and their weekend brunch. The buckwheat galettes (only on Saturdays) and their take on French toast (only on Sundays) are worth making the trek. Plus, their prices cannot be beat!

I just had a delicious (and unexpected) lunch at Amuse Boucher Bistro in Harlem. I had the Black Forest Ham & Swiss Cheese Baguette, which was a perfect lunch for a warm October day.