Praise

1999 Time Out New York Winner: Best French Bistro
“Lucien’s menu doesn’t stray too far from the bistro formula: steak frites, moules marinieres, tart tatin. But as at most memorable bistros, the menu isn’t really the point. Comfort, familiarity, and flair are more important, and Lucien scores high on the counts.”
— Time Out New York

“Classic Parisian bistro... Lucien delivers the kind of well executed french cooking for which one usually has to cross the Atlantic.”
— Interview Magazine

“Lucien is the best!“
— Village Voice

“At Lucien’s they are extremely friendly, from the moment you’re greeted at the door to the moment at meals end.”
— NY Press

“Magnifique!”
— Paper Magazine

“Snails, Moules, Saucy Girls, Lucien’s Virtual 50’s Paree”
— NY Observer

“En passe de battre les records de la populariteé”
— Le Polar du Routard

The charming bistro is perfect for a dinner party. Celebrate any occasion as “if you were at home, if home happens to be in France.”
— New York Times

“Once in a great while the elements conspire to form a lucky restaurant that achieves a feeling of permenance the very moment it opens. At last, a first class bistro, pulled together by a master restaurateur.”
— Daily News