Tocqueville

Address: 1 E 15th St
Zipcode: 10003
Phone Number: 212.647.1515

New York City has no shortage of upscale French restaurants, but the intimate Tocqueville, near Union Square, has long occupied a special spot in the heart of many a New Yorker. From the flickering candles on the linen-covered tables to the plush chairs and the attentive waitstaff, Tocqueville is the perfect blend of romantic and classy, making for a pleasurable evening whether you’re on a first date or celebrating a 20th anniversary. The seasonal menu abounds with market-fresh entrees, including the chilled green and white asparagus drizzled in black truffle vinaigrette and seared scallops with artichokes, forest mushrooms and fava beans. Wash it all down with one of the exquisite French red wines. One look at the desert list is enough to kill any diet, so you might as well give in and enjoy such marvels as apple tart topped with chai ice cream and citrus vanilla sauce.