Brasserie Cognac Midtown East

4.5

167 Reviews

$30 and under

French

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2 people

27 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 21 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Charming
Great for brunch

Restaurateurs Vittorio Assaf and Fabio Granato opened Brasserie Cognac de Monsieur Ballon in April 2008. The duo brought their love for French culture and cuisine to New York City and gave the Big Apple an authentic slice of such, with a brasserie style menu combining French classics with modern creations.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
French, Café, Dining Bar
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:30 am Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(212) 392-5976
Website
https://www.brasseriecognac.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
517 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10017-1204
Area
Midtown East
Cross Street
Corner of East 48th Street
Parking details
None
Additional
Gluten-free Options

Popular dishes

Cheese PuffsUS$0.00
Appetizers
- SmallUS$12.00
- LargeUS$17.00
Basket of Calamari*US$19.00
Appetizers
Goat Cheese and Tomato Tart*US$19.00
Appetizers
Croque Monsieur*US$22.00
Appetizers
Croque Madame*US$25.00
Appetizers
Our Fabulous Tuna Tart*US$25.00
Appetizers
Avocado Toast*US$18.00
Appetizers
- ONE Sunny Side UpUS$3.00
- ONE ScrambledUS$3.00
- ONE PoachedUS$3.00
- ONE Over EasyUS$3.00
- ONE Medium Over EasyUS$3.00
- TWO Sunny Side UpUS$6.00
- TWO ScrambledUS$6.00
- TWO PoachedUS$6.00
- TWO Over EasyUS$6.00
- TWO Medium Over EasyUS$6.00
Yellowfin Tuna TartareUS$0.00
Appetizers
- Appetizer sizeUS$22.00
- Main course sizeUS$32.00
Steak Tartare*US$0.00
Appetizers
- Appetizer sizeUS$25.00
- Main Course sizeUS$35.00

Soup and Pasta

Rigatoni Vodka BurrataUS$29.00

Burgers & Sandwiches

Club SandwichUS$24.00
Crispy Chicken SandUS$24.00
Waygu BurgerUS$25.00
Burgers & Sandwiches
- Blue CheeseUS$2.00
- CheddarUS$2.00
- GruyereUS$2.00
- SwissUS$2.00
- BaconUS$2.00
- SaladUS$2.00
- Foie grasUS$15.00
- Black and BlueUS$0.00
- RareUS$0.00
- Medium RareUS$0.00
- MediumUS$0.00
- Medium WellUS$0.00
- Well DoneUS$0.00
Salmon Burger*US$27.00
Specials
- Black and BlueUS$0.00
- RareUS$0.00
- Medium RareUS$0.00
- MediumUS$0.00
- Medium WellUS$0.00
- Well DoneUS$0.00
Roast Beef SandwichUS$26.00

Main Courses

Salads

Salade Verte*US$17.00
Salads
- Extra DressingUS$0.00
- Dressing On SideUS$0.00
- No DressingUS$0.00
Spinach and Avocado*US$20.00
Salads
- Extra DressingUS$0.00
- Dressing On SideUS$0.00
- No DressingUS$0.00
Nicoise Salad*US$25.00
Salads
- Canned TunaUS$0.00
- Extra DressingUS$0.00
- Dressing On SideUS$0.00
- No DressingUS$0.00
Our Signature Chicken Salad*US$26.00
Salads
- Extra DressingUS$0.00
- Dressing On SideUS$0.00
- No DressingUS$0.00
Grilled Octopus SaladUS$27.00
Salads
- Extra DressingUS$0.00
- Dressing On SideUS$0.00
- No DressingUS$0.00
Tuna Poke BowlUS$27.00
- Extra DressingUS$0.00
- Dressing On SideUS$0.00
- No DressingUS$0.00
Kale Quinoa BowlUS$21.00
- Extra DressingUS$0.00
- Dressing On SideUS$0.00
- No DressingUS$0.00

Side Dishes

French Fries*US$12.00
Sides
Braised Seasonal Vegetables*US$12.00
Sides
Haricot Verts*US$12.00
Sides
Sauteed Spinach*US$12.00
Sides
Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes*US$12.00
Sides
Brussel SproutsUS$12.00
Sides
Truffle FriesUS$14.00
Sides
Bread & ButterUS$7.00

What 167 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Cognac Brasserie 48th offers a charming slice of Paris in Midtown, with "excellent food and service" that has won over the hearts of locals and visitors alike. Patrons praise its "perfect breakfast menu" and delightful brunch options. The atmosphere is both relaxed and inviting, ideal for both quiet breakfasts and lively lunches, though some note it leans towards a "business lunch vibe." While the steak frites and mussels received mixed reviews, many applaud the attentive service and friendly staff. A must-try for those seeking an authentic French dining experience.

167 Reviews

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Stephan
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a good table for 4 in the back which allowed for a comfortable conversation at 5.30pm. Older people may need to bring phone flashlight to properly read the menu as the lighting is ambiently lit.
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Jean-Paul
New York City
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic Octopus salad and Gougeres (as starter). Great quality French food at reasonable prices (for New York City). Only downside was the service - we ordered a side of fries which came out even before our appetizers were served…
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Laura
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful bar, beautiful windows. Miso cod delicious.
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Jeff
Tallahassee
6 reviews
vip
4.0
6 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food and service were good. There was noise but they did offer us a quieter table.
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Jason
Las Vegas
40 reviews
vip
5.0
40 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience had the calamari, escargot, halibut, mussels and miso cod. All cooked perfectly. Only complaints were that it was very loud, so dark I could barely read the menu and cod could have used more miso. Would definitely return !
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danielle
Orlando
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was phenomenal! Food is always great there, the service was excellent as well. Our waiter was extremely attentive. It is a bit loud in there though :-(
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elizabeth
Richmond
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on 13 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Noise level very high. Food good and worthwhile. Put in the rear and wondered if that is due to age. Hope not.
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Speedoo
New York City
56 reviews
vip
3.0
56 reviews
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Menu was limited. Service okay. Probably good for cocktails/wine bar. Feels like a hotel restaurant.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on 4 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My mother and I come to NY twice a year an Cognac is always the first and final place we dine during our stay. The service is excellent and the food never disappoints. It is always delicious and the presentation is perfect. I can’t recommend this restaurant highly enough.
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OpenTable Diner
Austin
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 4 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We sat at the bar and Dino provided us with exceptional service. The french onion soup and escargot were perfect! Only in town for marathon, but next time i am in NYC in manhattan will be coming back!
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FAQs

Brasserie Cognac Midtown East offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 392-5976.

Brasserie Cognac Midtown East is rated 4.5 stars by 167 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

27 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 21 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Brasserie Cognac Midtown East

517 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10017-1204

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Corner of East 48th Street
Area
Midtown East
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:30 am Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
French, Café, Dining Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Gluten-free Options

Website
https://www.brasseriecognac.com/
Phone number
(212) 392-5976

Brasserie Cognac Midtown East

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Steak Tartare

Salmon Burger

Salmon Benedict

Appetizers

Cheese PuffsUS$0.00

Basket of Calamari*US$19.00

Goat Cheese and Tomato Tart*US$19.00

Croque Monsieur*US$22.00

Croque Madame*US$25.00

Our Fabulous Tuna Tart*US$25.00

Avocado Toast*US$18.00

Yellowfin Tuna TartareUS$0.00

Steak Tartare*US$0.00

Soup and Pasta

Rigatoni Vodka BurrataUS$29.00

Burgers & Sandwiches

Club SandwichUS$24.00

Crispy Chicken SandUS$24.00

Waygu BurgerUS$25.00

Salmon Burger*US$27.00

Roast Beef SandwichUS$26.00

Main Courses

Salads

Salade Verte*US$17.00

Spinach and Avocado*US$20.00

Nicoise Salad*US$25.00

Our Signature Chicken Salad*US$26.00

Grilled Octopus SaladUS$27.00

Tuna Poke BowlUS$27.00

Kale Quinoa BowlUS$21.00

Side Dishes

French Fries*US$12.00

Braised Seasonal Vegetables*US$12.00

Haricot Verts*US$12.00

Sauteed Spinach*US$12.00

Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes*US$12.00

Brussel SproutsUS$12.00

Truffle FriesUS$14.00

Bread & ButterUS$7.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

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Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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