Steak Frites
PREVIEW DATE: March 2008
LOCATION: 225 Varick Street
(Corner of Clarkson Street)
New York, NY 10014
TELEPHONE: 212-463-7101
FAX: 212-463-9211
WEBSITE: www.steakfritesnyc.com
GENERAL MANAGER: Loyda Guzman
CUISINE: Parisian Style Contemporary Steak House/Bistro
DÉCOR & SPACE: Warm Euro-Classic Bistro with authentic French photographs.
Steak Frites accommodates 135 + seating with a private dinning/wine room seating 14 guests. Outside Café seating for 52 people.
SPECIALTIES: “Entrecote de Paris” Steak Frites – Dry-Age Certified Angus Rib Eye with golden house-cut fries.
Moules Frites – Various preparations of freshly harvested Nova Scotia mussels served with pommes frites.
FEATURED BEVERAGES: Cocktails: Handcrafted, classic cocktails.
Wine: Vast assortment of French, California and other global varietals.
Beer: Wide selection of artisanal European brews.
DISTINCTIVE FEATURES: “Bohemian Music Sessions” late evening with a full late night menu served until 1:00 AM.
On & off premise catering is available for private parties.
Large outdoor café with full service dining.
Comfortable, private wine-room accommodating up to 14 guests.
HOURS OF OPERATION: Brunch – Saturday & Sunday – 11:00 am to 4:30 pm
Lunch – Monday thru Friday – 11:30 am to 4:30 pm
Dinner – Monday thru Thursday – 4:30 pm to close
Friday thru Sunday – 4:30 pm to close
CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED: Amex, Visa, MasterCard
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STEAK FRITES, West Village: RARE, MEDIUM RARE AND ALWAYS WELL DONE
Review By Nancy Walman
Steak Frites, once a Union Square staple, has moved to a new location in the historic West Village. Steak Frites is neighborhood friendly, with a warm atmosphere and a modern bistro environment. The stellar wine, extensive Belgium beer, and cocktail lists compliment the restaurant’s signature dishes Steak Frites “Entrecote de Paris” and Moules Frites.
Special features at this downtown bistro include a chef’s table, a large outdoor seating area, floor to ceiling windows, yellow walls (one hung with a bul’s head, another of the Frech Metro) and columns and a huge circular bar. There are live “Bohemian music sessions” showcasing some of the city’s most famous subway performers and Saturday morning cooking lessons and on & off premise.
The service by an energetic, young waitstaff is helpful and as much as we adored the original Steak Frites, the new location manages to do its own thing, without merely trying to recreate. A case in point is food. While many of the signature dishes still appear, there are inventive specials like a pork chop, stuffed with sherry and almonds and garnished with grapes.
We went for the more traditional dishes and were delighted with sparkling Blue Point Oysters with cfreative sauces (one like a spice up granita); Steak Tartar, a terrific Frisee, Lardon and Roquefort salad. The Moules Frites are sauced four ways. We loved the garlicky Provençal version. The stand out Entrecote De Paris was a huge Rib-Eye, cooked to a turn and a Rack of Lamb Special with Mashed Potatoes, Ratatouille and Manchego Cheese was perfect. The Frites were crispy little wonders and especially wonderful doused with truffle oil and fresh herbs. The fried onion ring deserve an award. The wine list is a bargain and beautifully chosen, starting at $23 with lots of selections below $35 (check out the extraordinary Vina Rufina Reserva, Cigales, 2000). And beer lovers will be in heaven with a world class selection at their fingertips. We kept desserts simple Fresh fruit was delightfully refreshing and a cheese cake (more like a mousse) was luscious.
The Succulent Mussels (Above)
Whether it is an intimate gathering or a large celebration, Steak Frites continues to offer one of the best dining experiences in the City, and rates “A Major” on The Walman Report.
Steak Frites
225 Varick St.
New York, NY 10014
212-463-7101
www.steakfritesnyc.com
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Dinner Menu (Subject To Change)
DAILY DINNER PLATE SPECIALS
M O N D A Y
ROASTED FRENCH CUT
BREAST OF CHICKEN
Local Corn, Shallots, Mushroom
& Artichoke Ragout
$18.50
T U E S D A Y
CRISPY SEARED HUDSON VALLEY
DUCK BREAST
Greenmarket Succotash
$21.00
W E D N E S D A Y
SEARED TUNA MEDITTERANEAN
Roasted Fingerlings, Shaved Fennel,
Calamata Olives, Roasted Tomatoes
& Olive Vinaigrette
$23.00
T H U R S D A Y
HERB ROASTED AUSTRALIAN
RACK OF LAMB
Mint Pesto
$26.50
F R I D A Y
BOUILLABAISSE
Lobster-Thyme Jus
$26.50
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S I D E S
BEER BATTERED ONION RINGS
$5.00
GRILLED ASPARAGUS
$6.00
HARICOTS VERTS
$5.00
SAUTEED SPINACH
$5.00
WILD MUSHROOM & SHALLOTS
$5.00
DUCK FAT FRIED HASH BROWNS
$5.00
POTATO GRATIN
$5.00
HOUSECUT FRENCH FRIES
$4.00
TRUFFLE FRITES
$7.00 A P P E T I Z E R S
FRENCH ONION SOUP $6.00
RIBS OF ROMAINE, ARUGULA &
FRESH HORSERADISH &
Caesar Dressing $9.00
ENDIVE, WALNUTS, ROASTED BEETS
& WARM GOAT CHEESE $9.00
BEEF CARPACCIO, SHAVED FENNEL,
ARUGULA & RADICCHIO
Three Cheese Polenta Croutons &
Aged Balsamic Vinaigrette $12.00 FRISEE, LARDON & ROQUEFORT $9.00
OYSTERS ON THE HALF SHELL M/P
GULF SHRIMP & JUMBO LUMP
CRABMEAT COCKTAIL $12.00
JUMBO LUMP MARYLAND CRABCAKE
Autumn Succotash & Dried Cranberries
$11 / $21
STEAK TARTARE $12 / $22
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P A S T A
CLAM & SHRIMP SCAMPI
with Linguine $19.50
CHEF’S PASTA OF THE DAY
M/P MEAT PACKING DISTRICT BOLOGNESE
Topped with Sunny Side Up Organic Egg,
Truffle Essence & Fresh Parmesano
$20.00
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S P E C I A L T I E S
Served with Small Frisee or Romaine Salad
MOULES FRITES
Vin Blanc, Provençale, Indochine or
Dijonaise $18.00
ROASTED ORGANIC FARM RAISED
CHICKEN FRITES $18.00 STEAK FRITES
Hanger Steak, Choice of Sauce:
Five Peppercorn ‘Au Poivre’,
Chimichurri or Red Wine Demi
$22.00
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M A I N C O U R S E S
BUTCHER’S CUT STEAK SANDWICH
Grilled Steak, Caramelized Onions,
Swiss Cheese on Baguette $15.00
CORONADO SALAD
Seared Yellow-Fin Tuna, Jumbo Shrimp,
Seasonal Greens, Avocado, Grape
Tomato, Cucumber, Artichokes, Haricots
Verts, Red Peppers & Black Olives
$18.00
CHICKEN MILANESE
Arugula, Grape Tomatoes, & Parmesan
$18.00
PAN SEARED SEA SCALLOPS
Lobster & Spring Vegetable Risotto
$23.00
ENTRECOTE DE PARIS
“RIB-EYE”
$28.00 CRISPY CANADIAN SALMON
Parsnip Puree, Sauteed Spinach
& Horseradish Beurre Blanc
$19.00
HERB SCENTED FISH & CHIPS
Fennel-Apple Tartar Sauce
$14.50
PORCINI CRUSTED
PETITE FILET MIGNON
Wild Mushroom Potato Puree
& Caramelized Cippolinis
$28.00
CERTIFIED ANGUS
NEW YORK STRIP
$30.00
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Lunch Menu (Subject to Change)
DAILY LUNCH PLATE SPECIALS
M O N D A Y
ROASTED FRENCH CUT
BREAST OF CHICKEN
Local Corn, Shallots, Mushroom
& Artichoke Ragout
$16.00
T U E S D A Y
CRISPY SEARED HUDSON VALLEY
DUCK BREAST
Greenmarket Succotash
$19.00
W E D N E S D A Y
SEARED TUNA MEDITTERANEAN
Roasted Fingerlings, Shaved Fennel,
Calamata Olives, Roasted Tomatoes
& Olive Vinaigrette
$21.00
T H U R S D A Y
BRAISED LAMB SHANK
Herb Gnocchi &
Roasted Root Vegetables
$18.00
F R I D A Y
AMERICAN SHELLFISH
PAN ROAST
Lobster-Thyme Jus
$22.00
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S I D E S
BEER BATTERED ONION RINGS
$5.00
GRILLED ASPARAGUS
$6.00
HARICOTS VERTS
$5.00
SAUTEED SPINACH
$5.00
WILD MUSHROOM & SHALLOTS
$5.00
DUCK FAT FRIED HASH BROWNS
$5.00
POTATO GRATIN
$5.00
HOUSECUT FRENCH FRIES
$4.00
TRUFFLE FRITES
$7.00 A P P E T I Z E R S
CLASSIC FRENCH ONION SOUP $6.00
RIBS OF ROMAINE, ARUGULA &
FRESH HORSERADISH $8.00
ENDIVE, WALNUTS, ROASTED
BEETS & WARM GOAT CHEESE $8.00
FRISEE, LARDON & ROQUEFORT
$8.00 OYSTERS ON THE HALF SHELL
M/P
GULF SHRIMP & JUMBO
LUMP CRABMEAT COCKTAIL
$12.00
JUMBO LUMP MARYLAND CRABCAKE
Autumn Succotash & Dried Cranberries
$11/$21
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S A L A D S
CHICKEN BREAST
Endive, Walnuts, Roasted, Beets & Warm Goat Cheese $13.50
BEEF CARPACCIO, SHAVED FENNEL, ARUGULA & RADICCHIO
Three Cheese Polenta Croutons & Aged Balsamic Vinaigrette $16.00
CHOPPED CHEF¹S BISTRO SALAD
Chicken Breast, Ribs of Romain, Feta, Parmesan, Grape Tomato, Cucumber, Haricot Vert & Red Pepper $15.00 CORONADO SALAD
Seared Yellow-Fin Tuna, Jumbo Shrimp, Seasonal Greens, Avocado, Grape Tomato, Cucumber, Artichokes, Haricots Verts, Red Peppers & Black Olives $16.00
STEAK SALAD
Frisee, Ribs of Romaine, Arugula,
Tomato, Onion Crisp & Blue Cheese
$15.50
PARMESAN CRUSTED SALMON
Ribs Romaine, Arugula, Fresh
Horseradish & Savory Caesar Dressing
$14.00
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S A N D W I C H E S
Served with Housecut Fries
GRILLED CHICKEN BREAST
Chicken Breast, Swiss Cheese, Oven Roasted Tomatoes & Arugula $10.00
CRABCAKE
Jumbo Lump Crab, Arugula, Local Tomato & Mustard Aioli $14.00
WASHINGTON STREET
CERTIFIED ANGUS HAMBURGER
Tomato, Cippolini, Cheese & Frisee $11.00 CROQUE MONSIEUR ‘HAM & CHEESE’
On Sourdough, Bechamel & Swiss
Cheese $9.00
BUTCHER¹S CUT STEAK SANDWICH
Grilled Steak, Caramelized Onions,
Swiss Cheese on Baguette $14.50
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H O U S E S P E C I A L T I E S
Served with Small Frisee or Romaine Salad
ROASTED ORGANIC FARM
RAISED CHICKEN FRITES
$17.50
MOULES FRITES
Vin Blanc, Provençale,
Indochine, Dijonaise $18.50 STEAK FRITES
Hanger Steak , Choice of Sauce:
Five Peppercorn ‘Au Poivre’,
Chimichurri or Red Wine Demi
$19.50
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M A I N C O U R S E S
ORGANIC FARMER’S MARKET FRITATTA
with Small Salad $13.00
MEAT PACKING DISTRICT BOLOGNESE
Topped with Sunny Side Up Organic Egg,
Truffle Essence & Fresh Parmesano
$17.00
CHICKEN MILANESE
Arugula, Grape Tomato & Parmesano
$16.50
CHEF’S PASTA OF THE DAY M/P
ENTRECOTE DE PARIS “RIB-EYE”
$27.50 PAN SEARED SEA SCALLOPS
Lobster & Spring Vegetable Risotto
$21.00
HERB SCENTED FISH & CHIPS
Fennel-Apple Tartar Sauce $14.50
CRISPY CANADIAN SALMON
Parsnip Puree, Sauteed Spinach
& Horseradish Beurre Blanc $18.00
STEAK TARTARE FRITES $19.00
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Brunch
Prix Fixe $15.95
11:00 am to 4:30 pm
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Includes unlimited Mimosa & Bloody Mary
or unlimited Coffee, Tea, Or Juice
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Eggs Benedict
Served with Homefries
All-American
Berkshire Farms Country Ham & Hollandaise
The Cure
House Cured Atlantic Salmon, Spinach &
Dill Béarnaise
The Green Market
Slow Roasted Tomato, Spinach, Hollandaise
& Parmesano
Frittatas
Served with Mixed Green Salad & Homefries
Garden Fresh Frittata
Spinach, Slow Roasted Tomato, Wild Mushrooms,
Caramelized Onions & Goat Cheese
Delancey Street Frittata
House Cured Atlantic Salmon, Red Onion,
Tomato & Capers
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PANCAKES
Two Large Buttermilk Pancakes, Pure Maple Syrup, Bacon or Sausage
Plain Jane- Buttermilk Pancakes & Whipped Butter
Decadence- Swiss Chocolate & Banana with Cinnamon Cognac Maple Glaze
The Blues- Blueberries & Mixed Berry Compote
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Breakfast Essentials
Yogurt, Granola & Fresh Fruit
Challah French Toast
Smoked Cinnamon Maple Syrup, Bacon
or Sausage
Steak n’ Eggs
Hanger Steak, Two Eggs Any Style &
Homefries
Salads & Sandwiches
Grilled Chicken Breast Salad
Chicken Breast, Endive, Walnuts Roasted, Beets
& Warm Goat Cheese
Parmesan Crusted Salmon
Ribs of Romaine, Arugula, Fresh Horseradish &
Savory Caesar Dressing
Washington Street Certified Angus Burger
Tomato, Cippolini, Frisee, & Cheese
Butcher’s Cut Steak Sandwich
Grilled Steak, Caramelized Onions, Swiss Cheese
on Baguette
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M A I N S
Steak Frites
Grilled Hanger Steak, Choice of Sauce: Five Peppercorn “Au Poivre”,
Chimichurri, or Red Wine Demi
Moules Frites
Vin Blanc or Provençale
Meat Packing District Bolognese
Topped with Sunny Up Organic Eggs, Truffle Essence & Fresh Parmesano
Linguini Shrimp Pomodoro
Gulf shrimp, Slow Roasted Tomatoes, Olive Oil, Garlic, Fresh Basil
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Sides
Housecut Fries $4 — Bacon $4 — Sausage $5 — Homefries $4
Buttered Toast $3 — Bagel & Cream Cheese $4
