NEW YORK—As I stood at the entrance of Brasserie Orsay, I felt transported into a 19th century French salon where literati were gathered around a table, cognac in hand, discussing the brilliant works of Proust, Dumas, and Voltaire.
Entering the establishment, the scene before me was delightfully different from what I expected. I beheld a most captivating, classic Parisian setting. The room was buzzing and pulsating with the voices and presence of New York City’s movers and shakers, casually dining and relaxing.
Ah, authentic Paris in New York’s Upper Eastside! All I could do was to let myself sink into the leathered banquette to enjoy every detail.
All fixtures are handmade in France with attention to every detail—the hand-cast ceiling, the beautiful, handmade 24-foot-long, pewter-top oak bar. In bronze, gold, and white, the Italian mosaic floor in a fan-shaped design was made and assembled in France.
Not to forget, replicas of the original handsome Louis Majorelle light fixtures, found by the creative partner, Denoyer, years ago at a Parisian auction house. They hang from the ceiling, mahogany-paneled walls, over high-paneled banquettes topped with frosted glass panels, and the French doors covered with lace curtains that open to sidewalk dining.
Like being in someone’s fine home, Orsay is very comfortable with friendly, warm service.
The menu is comprised of an endless array of lighter and familiar French fare. Ingredients are simple and fresh with brilliant combinations of bright and bold flavors that respect all seasons.
Entering the establishment, the scene before me was delightfully different from what I expected. I beheld a most captivating, classic Parisian setting. The room was buzzing and pulsating with the voices and presence of New York City’s movers and shakers, casually dining and relaxing.
Ah, authentic Paris in New York’s Upper Eastside! All I could do was to let myself sink into the leathered banquette to enjoy every detail.
All fixtures are handmade in France with attention to every detail—the hand-cast ceiling, the beautiful, handmade 24-foot-long, pewter-top oak bar. In bronze, gold, and white, the Italian mosaic floor in a fan-shaped design was made and assembled in France.
Not to forget, replicas of the original handsome Louis Majorelle light fixtures, found by the creative partner, Denoyer, years ago at a Parisian auction house. They hang from the ceiling, mahogany-paneled walls, over high-paneled banquettes topped with frosted glass panels, and the French doors covered with lace curtains that open to sidewalk dining.
Like being in someone’s fine home, Orsay is very comfortable with friendly, warm service.
The menu is comprised of an endless array of lighter and familiar French fare. Ingredients are simple and fresh with brilliant combinations of bright and bold flavors that respect all seasons.
