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Gavroche
Master Critic Review
Gavroche
8.4
A compact Old Town dining room built around modern French cooking that leans playful without losing technique. It’s best when you order the menu’s bistro-to-chef’s-counter hybrids—salads and seafood that read classic, but land with sharper plating and richer sauces.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lyonnaise salad, Hamachi niçoise, Foie gras duo
Scores:
Value: 6.6
Service: 8.3
Consistency: 8.1
Food Quality: 8.8
Atmosphere: 7.1
Cultural Relevance: 7.2
What makes it special: Modern French cooking in a small Old Town room that feels chef-driven.
Who should go: Dates and food-focused locals
When to visit: Weeknights for easier pacing
What to order: Lyonnaise salad, hamachi niçoise, foie gras duo
Insider tip: Go early and let the kitchen steer you toward specials.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking on surrounding Old Town side streets; can be tight after 6pm. Nearby paid garages on Wells and North are the safest fallback.
Dress code: Smart casual to dressy — jeans are fine if paired with a polished top or jacket; many guests lean elevated for dinner.
Noise level: Moderate — the room is compact and lively, but you can still hold a conversation without leaning in.
Weekend wait: 30–60 minutes without a reservation; reservations strongly recommended.
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait or minimal wait.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — several vegetable-forward starters and mains, with flexibility from the kitchen.
Vegan options: Limited — possible with modifications, but not the restaurant’s strength.
Gluten-free options: Yes — some naturally gluten-free dishes and others that can be adjusted; communicate needs clearly.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes — it’s intimate, stylish, and food-focused without feeling stiff, making it ideal for conversation-driven dates.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Sometimes on weekdays or early evenings, but weekends and prime dinner hours are risky without booking ahead.
Is it kid-friendly? Not really — the menu, pacing, and room size skew adult and work best for teens or older rather than young kids.
Best For
Better for: Modern, chef-driven French cooking in a relaxed Old Town setting that balances technique with approachability.
Skip if: You’re looking for classic white-tablecloth formality, a large celebratory dining room, or a more budget-friendly French meal.