Raoul's

Two brothers journeyed from France to Soho. Serge stood outside importuning passersby to enter and taste. The rest is New York bistro history.

9 / 10
597
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  • Phone

    (212) 966-3518

  • Website

    raouls.com

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  • Type

    French Restaurant

Address

180 Prince St (btwn Thompson & Sullivan St) New York , NY 10012 United States

Credit Cards Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating Yes
Menus Lunch, Dinner
Drinks Wine, Full Bar

Comments / 156


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steak burgers good for dates bistros great value quail eggs off-menu items foie gras trendy hot chocolate sauce gardens soul music creme brûlée risotto tequila outdoor seating good for singles ice cream cake salads
Stina P.

the best burger in the entire city - i have dreams about it and the au poivre sauce. off menu and exactly 12 served each night from the bar only. kitchen opens at 530 and seats are filled by 5

Jennifer Yu

Arrived at 5:00 for the burger and was #2 in line for opening at 5:30. Excellent bar service ! “You deserve this” the bartender said as he served the burger to me ???? No detail goes by unnoticed.

emily chen

Come here early to sit at the bar and get their burger au poivre with a martini or a glass of bordeaux . Old school NYC gem. Sweet seasoned bartenders .

AmateurConcierge

This bistro transports you right to Paris. It's all about their limited availability Au poivre burger , which is in contention for best in the city . The crab beignets and Virgin Mary complete ur brunch

Kristina ???? Z

Unassuming French bistro that prob. hasn’t changed much since the ‘70’s. Lively ‘70’s soul music , delicious steak au poivre & veloute soup . You’ll be guaranteed to have a fun time.

Honghui Yu

Classic French cooking done in a superb way. The scallops especially were a delight as well as the roasted oyster mushrooms . Space is very cozy and it’s always filled so reservations are a must.

Meylin M

I know people go there for the burger (only served at the bar and it is amazing) BUT the cod fish was incredible. It comes with chorizo/potato and spinach side; sounds weird but it was amazing!

M T

Oysters , squash bisque, cod , and creme brûlée perfection- the steak was not as amazing as the hype. The ambiance is lively and our waiter , best ever #raouls #soho #french #bistro #foodie #delicious

Geoffrey Haratyk

I am French and I enjoyed this proper French restaurant . Good wine , legit French food like you would have in Paris. Well executed and professional without being overly fancy .

Mike Strocko

The au poivre burger is outstanding. It's off-menu, available only at the bar , and available in limited quantities (only about 12 each night). Get there by 5:30 to assure yourself one.

Halstead Property

Cute and cozy with great decor, Raoul’s won’t disappoint. The Steak au Poivre is made medium well with a perfect peppery spice in the sauce. It’s a taste that you will be dreaming about for days.

Off The Menu

Bar Burger : Brisket burger wrapped in peppercorns , pan seared on the grill, served medium rare and topped with St.Andre cheese as well as watercress , pickles & red onion blended in a house dressing . Read more

Mike Chau

The burger is off-menu, only served at the bar , and they only serve 12 a night. By the time I got there 10 minutes before opening time, every seat at the bar was taken. But it's worth it.

Rafi Syed

Steak frites are amazing, esp. with house pepper sauce . If they have potatoes aligote, go for them. Corn soup is unique & refreshing. Read this in a French accent, and don't pay the fortune teller.

Najla Al

The burger is super delicious ???? I really enjoyed it. Next time will try the steaks .

Marie La Rue

Steak au poivre , frisée aux lardons, betteraves au chèvre . All classic French dishes with first-rate execution. Well defined wine list .

Aubrie Ahmadpour

As everyone has mentioned the burgers are the best...get there early, it’s worth it! Perfect and casual date spot .

Yvette Liu

This place serves some perf authentic French food . The steak here with the sauce that's not so greasy like many other place, homemade real French fries and save room for The profiteroles

Ernesto Gutierrez

The off menu burger is all the rave here and for good reason. Limited quantities are made daily. Only 12 Monday to Friday at the bar . 40 for brunch on weekends at the table.

Vonatron L

Such great food and nice staff ! The restaurant is small and seating is VERY tight, so be prepared to get bumped into a lot. Get the ham and truffle beignets !!

Dustin Lee

Burger is now $27. Get there by 4:50-5 to get in on one of the 12. Kitchen opens at 5:30 so have a drink while you wait. Dip that burger . Good but overpriced

Eater

Loud , clubby and crowded—and home of one of the most authentic steak frites downtown . A straight classic (despite the untimely removal of Raoul's twin outdoor benches ). [Eater 38 Member] Read more

Alexandre Munhoz

Cozy and intimate space with an authentic bistro vibe. Service was good as well . The steak au poivre was very good (specially the fries ). Tartar was too small. Wine list was overpriced.

Chandra Ghosal

The steak au poivre was great, obviously. Their twist on an Old Fashion is definitely worth trying.

Brittany

Some of the best French cuisine on the city . The steak au poivre and octopus are to die for.

Andrew D.

Au Poivre Burger at the bar is the best! Limited quantity, so arrive early. Steak au Poivre is excellent, too. Chris is a fabulous host and entertainer!

Marc S

Good place just to have a drink at the bar . (That cash register is still in use!)

Shay

If you’re not here for the Burger , then the steak au poivre is a must-eat!

İpek A.

Delicious food & wines & cocktails . Skate (fish ) was delicious, martini was perfect, staff was incredible.

Mari

Try not to let the crowdedness of this place scare you off. This is a soho staple and it's amazing. Sit at the bar or get a table in the back. Order everything.

Adrianna Tan

They have double the number of bar burgers on weekend brunch , AND you can sit at tables for it. But only at brunch .

Yasemin Arslan

I tried speacial steak with kale , potato and mushroom , it was delicious. Staff was kind and the place is a kind of small but beautiful and romantic .

Marc

Tasting Table Top10 Steak Frites : "Creekstone Farms Steak au Poivre " this is steak frites done right. The substantial filet is cooked the way you want.. frites fried in duck fat .

Matt Neems

The burger is the best you'll eat in your life. They only serve 12 a night, bar seating only, so show up at 5pm..

John Coates

The burger !!!! For those that have had a lot of burgers , and promised to be wow'd. This delivers .

Richard Rubel

Steak au poivre one of the best I ever had. Great space service and wine . Hasn’t changed in 30+ years.

amoolia

Steak Au Poivre .. I mean like as if you had to ask. The steak tartare app is also amazing. Upside down apple cake is seasonal and served hot in a skillet with a side of icecream :)

Latha S

Pork Schnitzel , Hamburgers , Steak and their sauce with it a few. Don’t miss out to look out their spiral staircase.

Michael Anthony

Best burger in the city . Worth all of the hype.

Sean Daly

A real New York establishment. And for good reason.

Ronald Cattrysse

Not only the perfect date spot , the food is exactly what it's supposed to be. Service on point.

alexandra bennett

one of the coolest restaurants in NYC and possibly the best steak of all time...

Amalia Goutaki

The steak ,wine and desserts are amazing!!! The vibe and decoration I love! Best place in NYC for dating!

Joakim Jansson

Everyone is raving about the steak au poivre here. Burgers are only served at the bar and only 12 per night. A SoHo classic.

Ruby N

Crab toast , Steak , the profiteroles. Burger if you're at the bar . Great neighborhood spot with awesome food.

Deborah Toussie

Fabulous vegetarian entree. The rest of my party had the steak au poivre , their signature dish. All enjoyed.

Caitlin Costello

If you are looking for an alternative to their signature steak au poivre , try the Parmesan crusted Pollock! Also, steak tartare with quail egg app was delish!

Marc

Esquire: Steak au poivre is great, tequila Negroni even better, but for me it's about the circus . Fortune teller upstairs...

Thompson Hotels

Raoul's is a SoHo legend for its superb Alsatian cuisine. The Roast Wagyu Bavette is not to be missed.

Noura S.

U can’t go wrong with the Burrata . Also the ????

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