Nice Matin
French restaurant · Upper West Side ·
French bistro with Riviera vibe, outdoor seating, great wine
French bistro with Riviera vibe, outdoor seating, great wine
"Long before Andy D'Amico was chef at Nice Matin in New York, one of his first jobs was at a busy hotel that served a Thanksgiving Day meal. It’s here where he discovered cranberry chutney, which he’s been making a version of every year since—for his restaurants and at home. “It's a standout as an accompaniment to turkey but shines with the stuffing, sweet, and mashed potatoes,” shares D’Amico. Plus, he adds, it can’t be beat as a spread on the post-holiday turkey and stuffing sandwich." - Jillian Dara
"It’s possible all you’re looking for is a quiet sidewalk table where you can eat grilled octopus, duck liver mousse, and drink enough wine to convince yourself that traveling isn’t that cool anyway. This French bistro on 79th Street is one such place. Their outdoor dining is open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch." - hannah albertine
"It’s possible all you’re looking for is a quiet night when you can eat grilled octopus and drink enough wine to convince yourself that you actually created a few nice memories this year. This French bistro on West 79th Street can help make that happen with takeout or delivery. Their outdoor dining area will also be open on New Year’s Eve, in case you’re looking to make a reservation somewhere." - hannah albertine
"From morning until night, servers are bustling and cutlery is clattering throughout the deep, comfortable dining room." - MICHELIN Guide
"This brasserie with New York heart lives on the ground floor of the Lucerne Hotel. From morning until night, servers are bustling and cutlery is clattering throughout the deep, comfortable dining room. The colorful interior feels cheery with pale yellow walls, curved green banquettes and bountiful plants.Chef/owner Andy D'Amico delivers a versatile, Mediterranean-inspired menu with heavy French leanings. Soft prices and hearty daily specials merely help things along. Sample the likes of potato gnocchi with prawns and Spanish chorizo, followed by lobster sausage coupled with potatoes, spinach and sauce Américaine. Round out these robust flavors with a rich creme chantilly-laced chocolate mousse." - Michelin Inspector
