Food: 19
Decor: 13
Service: 16
Cost: $29

   "The “original Meatpacking District eatery”, this 20-plus-year-old bus station–style French bistro is “still crazy popular after all these years”; “tasty”, inexpensive fare served 24/7 draws a “fierce and fabulous” crowd that happily overlooks “close quarters” and “spotty” service."

   Key to Ratings
0-9...poor to fair
10-15...fair to good
16-19...good to very good
20-25...very good to excellent
26-30...extraordinary to perfection

   The "Cost" reflects the estimated price of a dinner with one drink and tip. Lunch usually costs 25% less.