Picnic Market & Cafe

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About Picnic Market & Cafe

PicNic Market & Cafe is an Upper Westside neighborhood Alsatian Bistro serving what Chef Proprietaire Jean Luc Kieffer calls �nstalgically French cuisine with a twist.� Alsatian Classics like Choucroute, Tarte Flambe & Spaetzle reflect Kieffer's roots as well as French Classics - Cassoulet, Duck Confit, Beef Bourguignn, Coq au Vin and Cheese Souffle. Chef Kieffer presents these dishes with a modern elegance. He is very selective in the ingredients he uses and works closely with many of the farmers from the Greenmarket. The menu encompasses seasonal ingredients with weekly deliveries from Bradley Farms (organic) in New Paltz New York. The wine list is composed of small boutique vineyards with some organic offerings and a large selection of by the glass.

Quick Facts

Cuisine: French
Accepts Credit Card: Yes
Parking: N/A

Atmosphere: N/A
Take Reservations: Yes
Serves Alcohol: N/A
Smoking Allowed:No

User Reviews for Picnic Market & Cafe

food		“...The place was full. The faces of the guests weren't exactly an inspiration... “...We've been going to picnic for years. The food recently has not been what it was... “...I love this place, but NOT because it's attached to the food Network, which gets more and more awful with each year and needs to change its name to the "Fast, Crappy food for Lazy People Who Can't Cook" channel... “...First time for dinner: pretty good, portions small. Second time for brunch: poor service, unappetizing food, not impressed... “...This lovely oasis has been a boon to a neighborhood that was starv. The food is always consistently excellent, whether it be breakfast, lunch or dinner...
ambiance		“...We went to this place to use a promotional coupon we bought.... “...Always a pleasure to dine at this family run restaurant. A warm, inviting bistrot atmosphere and delicious food are what brings me back time after time... “...As a "tourist" in NY I thought this was a great place. There are some great shops and restaurants... “...I have eaten at PicNic many times for several different meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, brunch) and have, almost always, been very happy. The food is ... “..."The second best French in the neighborhood. Lively atmosphere, good food, but not Cafe du Soleil...
service		“.... at least 4 tables didn't get the menu and people was waving hands asking for a menu or some service... “... The food is always co. The service is attentive but not hovering and the price is absolutely right! Still the same consistency with the lovely service...
value		“...Cons: short in staff, the guest is who end up paying the price of bad service and quality.... “...After seeing the High Line, which was on my initial itenerary for this trip, we went to Chelsea Marketplace, which was like a simultaneous shopping mall and supermarket... “...This lovely oasis has been a boon to a neighborhood that was starved for restaurants for years and years. The food is always consistently excellent, wh...
wine		“...We also order a bottle of wine.... “...I love the Chelsea Market! You can't go wrong by wandering around here for an hour, eating lobster rolls and cupcakes, stopping by Anthro, and grabbing a bottle of wine to go... “...We had dinner there last night, and having studied 2 years in Alsace, I had some expectations! We totally liked it and were so pleasantly surprized with how nice the staff is... “..."A neighborhood gem with great food, wine and service."...
restaurant		“...By that time the restaurant was getting quiet, by anyways wine took another 15 minutes to get to the table. I tasted the wine and told the server that ... “...Chelsea market was cool to see but hard to rate. The market itself is massive and beautiful... “...I've heard legend of horrible restaurant experiences but could not imagine this trifecta - weak service, absent management and unappetizing food. The f...
find		“...Since it was busy, I decide to give them a chance and be patient.... “...Lovely butternut squash soup, delightful salmon salad that made for a pleasant lunch. Not a gourmet experience, but just what you want in the neighborh... “....a lot of stuff that is hard to find otherwise especially specialty goods...

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