ZipPicks Awards
Best French in East Village
Best Michelin Star Restaurants in East Village
Master Critic Review
Claud
8.2
A Michelin-recommended East Village wine bistro channeling modern French technique through a downtown, share-plates lens. The cooking is confident and ingredient-forward, and the tightly packed room feels like a stylish house party.
Must-Try Dishes:
Sizzling garlic shrimp, Chicken liver agnolotti, Roasted chicken
Scores:
Value: 7.1
Service: 8
Consistency: 8.2
Food Quality: 8.8
Atmosphere: 8.3
Cultural Relevance: 7.6
What makes it special: Buzzy, wine-first bistro dining with French foundations and NYC edge.
Who should go: Food nerds, wine lovers, and first-date optimists.
When to visit: Early seating or a bar walk-in on weekdays.
What to order: Garlic shrimp, chicken liver agnolotti, roasted chicken.
Insider tip: Walk in right at opening for a solid shot at the bar.