We had a great experience. The staff was super friendly and accommodating. We booked a table for 8 for brunch on a busy day. 2 of us showed up early and were seated right away (vs. some places that make you wait for your whole party to arrive). Several members of the staff came by regularly to check on drinks and if we needed anything. The menu is eclectic and had something for everyone. The beef noodle bowl was one of the best I've had -- too often with thinly-sliced beef in a dish like this, it gets overdone -- but this came out a perfect medium-rare. Family members all gave big thumbs ups to the burger, the fries, the steak, the salmon and chicken bowls, etc. No one had a mediocre dish. There was a birthday celebrated at one point, and they did turn up the music, but it lasted 1 minute, so was not a big deal. Even though we had a big round table with 8 of us, it wasn't so loud that we couldn't talk with others across the table. The restaurant was full and busy, but there were no delays in any aspect of the service. This was our first time there, and we would definitely come back.
Duney M.
Love this place. Hard to get a reservation because it's very small. Great vibe and delicious food. The tuna tartar is perfect, as is the steak frites and the sea bass special. Everything looks good on them menu, I want to try it all. Also a great birthday spot, they play a loud rap birthday song and bring dessert with a sparkler.
Parbattie K.
Small eatery with nice ambiance. We went for brunch, it was super packed and food took forever- I guess because it was a busy day.
Cait K.
A few weeks ago, I would've given this a full 5 star rating. However, our last (and will be our final) visit, there happened to be 2 birthdays. Now, I am happy for anyone celebrating, but they go waaaaay over the top here. You're sat enjoying your meal when suddenly this deep base music, 50 cent "it's your birthday"....party like it's your birthday, great song BUT, obnoxiously loud and basey. Seats are vibrating, I had to shield my ears it's soooo loud. Please.....everyone is trying to enjoy a meal and with vibrating base it is very jarring to the digestion. I happened to have a b'day over the last few months but no way would I subject other people to that juvenile experience and total lack of class. Saw a waiter cringe too. I think management dropped the ball here and used poor judgement. One can celebrate with people when it's not so loud, as it is, they would never know you're singing along or applauding them in honor. It's an embarrassment IMHO. Anyway, we won't be going again. And if that doesn't sound like something you want, be warned. The classy nature of the place soon devolves into a low class, juvenile experience, where the management caters to one guest and the rest can go to hell. They could make it acceptable for everyone, if the wished. I'm no prude, been to some raucous rock concerts in my day like Led Zep and Lynyrd Skynyrd and would go to some still. But there's a time and place for everything.
T D.
This place is a scene. Though it leads with a French touch, there are very fun Asian and Latin dishes too. I usually am wary when a restaurant mixes cultures but this place does a good job of serving both fondue and an upscale pupu platter. They also have a great wine selection. A great place for a more upscale lunch or an epic dinner. A lot of people seem to either do first dates here or ladies who lunch catch ups so you'll hear hilarious things from other tables too.
Dan Kraut
Ate there 3 years ago and loved it. This time, it was a disappointment.Dine in: Yes
Brandon Hughes
I just walked in with my girlfriend for v day. The professional manager greeted us with a smile, gave us a vip table and away we went.It was a prix fix menu,The Best oystahs. My GF is Thai, these oystahs reminded her of the old country. Tuna tartare was 5 stars.Main course was Lobster in Pasta and dover sole. This was the Best dover sole I have ever eaten in my life.Dessert was apple tart and key lime pie.Server had a moustache, handsome and 5 star excellence.I love Le Fat Poodle.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Roger Bailey
Amazing food and really everything about it is perfect.
Jane
Beautiful food, cocktails and service at this hidden gem. Wish the bar had seats. We just prefer to sit there. One suggestion to the restaurant the banquet seats are like a rollercoaster ride they need to be secured or something as I could feel every motion of the gentleman sitting nxt to us we had to move mid meal and appreciate the accommodation.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tiramisu, Steak Frites
Amadio Telesco
Modern French RestaurantBistro. The staff was excellent and very attentive the food came out perfect and plenty of time between courses. It was a Tuesday night and it was busy. The presentation of each plate was spit on and the lemon sole was one of the best I have had. The wine list is great and priced reasonably. A must go for a night out just the 2 of you or a group. Great location of the main street.
The very best! I was so fortunate to get a reservation to the ever fabulous Le Fat Poodle on Friday. Ever since, it’s been all that my family and I could think about. We came to celebrate a birthday, excited by the innovative and thoughtfully crafted menu. Though Le Fat Poodle is always packed, the maitre’d, the waiter, and all the incredible staff of the restaurant work so hard to ensure every patron is well taken care of. For our family, this was so important and we felt so happy being amongst such a passionate team! We were delighted by the incredible assortment of vegetarian options at a restaurant that evokes the many nations France has influenced. It’s TRULY what French food is meant to be- from the South American influence of Suriname, to French, Swiss, Vietnamese, and Indian Touches. The spices of these many regions was well used, creating food that was tasty, unforgettable, and most importantly: a delight to enjoy. We had the nachos (the best we have EVER HAD!), the fondue (a wonderful activity and meal to have as a family), the Thai sticky wings (so yummy, the perfect combo of sweet and spicy) and probably THE BEST buratta I’ve EVER encountered- the perfect balance of the eggplant caponata to the creamy rich cheese was… AMAZING!As we imbibed on the awesome wine selection, we were met with our next set of delights: our entrees! I was fortunate to have the ravioli- it’s a fantastic plate- perfectly cooked ravioli (such a rarity) perfectly paired with a truffle flavored white sauce, seasoned wild mushrooms, and peas, a lovely crunch! It was generously served and I delighted with every bite! My brother had the pasta rojo with the fantastic eggplant meatballs! The passata Le Fat Poodle uses is FIRST CLASS- well seasoned, beautifully prepared, and sooo flavorful- it elevates the perfectly cooked angel hair and pairs so lovely the with the well spiced eggplant meatballs, making a complete dish! My dad decided to pair two unique and fantastic sides (you’ll never see anywhere else!)- the jalapeño bread pudding (a must try! DELIGHTFUL!!!) which showcased the utter care and dedication the chef takes to every recipe! And of course something that takes our ultimate compliment- the curry spinach. As an Indian family that LOVES to cook, trust us when we say we know flavor! And I assure you, Le fat poodle makes some of the BEST spinach we have ever tried. The perfect scent coming from the spinach, and the lovely crunch of the shallots on top… UNFORGETTABLE.Now I’m clearly missing a major part of what made our experience so amazing- the service. Our waiter and the staff made sure we felt so taken care of, checking on us, making us feel so so comfortable that night! Greeted to generous portions and fantastic food, our service experience made this probably THE BEST experience we have had in a LONG time! And okay… if you wanna celebrate a birthday YOU MUST come to Le Fat Poodle- they take pride in making it special. With the fantastic surround sound, we were immersed in the greatest birthday track- stayin alive x in da club- as my brother’s chocolate mousse came illuminated by a sparkler (how fun is that!) the restaurant joined us in celebration, making us have just the most unforgettable moment! We delighted in the richness of the chocolate mouse and the wonderful killer banana split before being met with four flutes of a most delicious champagne, a perfect end to a perfect night!Since Friday, Le Fat Poodle is all we can think about. About the incredible cuisine, AMAZING TEAM (seriously STANDING OVATION TO YALL!!!!!), and just… this INCREDIBLE part of Greenwich! One of the greatest restaurants IN THE WORLD (and I genuinely mean that!!!!)!!!!We will be back and will be recommending Le Fat Poodle to everyone we know… because trust me, no one should miss out on the fabulousness of this AMAZING place.To the team at Le Fat Poodle- thank you for an unforgettable and wonderful night. We are so so grateful to you and can’t wait to come back soon!!!!Vegetarian options: Unlike so many French restaurants, a vegetarian is in heaven at Le Fat
It was our best dining experience in New York / Connecticut. Dishes were very delicious, very special combination of French and Indian cuisine. Waiters were very friendly and helpful. ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Colin D'Angelo
The place is a must if you live in Greenwich, the food is fantastic.The wait staff is one of its crowing achievements. I don’t know what they put in the water there, but it works.Never left this place disappointed.Also, try the Chicken Palliard
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Palliard
Richard Lichtenstein
Food is pretty good, but service was horrible. They never brought one of our dishes despite asking 3 times and left in on the check. My mom has celiac, and they brought her a dish with gluten on it, and then when we sent it back, there were still crumbs on there. She would've gotten very sick.Dietary restrictions: Very bad at handling gluten-free request
We had a great experience. The staff was super friendly and accommodating. We booked a table for 8 for brunch on a busy day. 2 of us showed up early and were seated right away (vs. some places that make you wait for your whole party to arrive). Several members of the staff came by regularly to check on drinks and if we needed anything. The menu is eclectic and had something for everyone. The beef noodle bowl was one of the best I've had -- too often with thinly-sliced beef in a dish like this, it gets overdone -- but this came out a perfect medium-rare. Family members all gave big thumbs ups to the burger, the fries, the steak, the salmon and chicken bowls, etc. No one had a mediocre dish. There was a birthday celebrated at one point, and they did turn up the music, but it lasted 1 minute, so was not a big deal. Even though we had a big round table with 8 of us, it wasn't so loud that we couldn't talk with others across the table. The restaurant was full and busy, but there were no delays in any aspect of the service. This was our first time there, and we would definitely come back.
Love this place. Hard to get a reservation because it's very small. Great vibe and delicious food. The tuna tartar is perfect, as is the steak frites and the sea bass special. Everything looks good on them menu, I want to try it all. Also a great birthday spot, they play a loud rap birthday song and bring dessert with a sparkler.
Small eatery with nice ambiance. We went for brunch, it was super packed and food took forever- I guess because it was a busy day.
A few weeks ago, I would've given this a full 5 star rating. However, our last (and will be our final) visit, there happened to be 2 birthdays. Now, I am happy for anyone celebrating, but they go waaaaay over the top here. You're sat enjoying your meal when suddenly this deep base music, 50 cent "it's your birthday"....party like it's your birthday, great song BUT, obnoxiously loud and basey. Seats are vibrating, I had to shield my ears it's soooo loud. Please.....everyone is trying to enjoy a meal and with vibrating base it is very jarring to the digestion. I happened to have a b'day over the last few months but no way would I subject other people to that juvenile experience and total lack of class. Saw a waiter cringe too. I think management dropped the ball here and used poor judgement. One can celebrate with people when it's not so loud, as it is, they would never know you're singing along or applauding them in honor. It's an embarrassment IMHO. Anyway, we won't be going again. And if that doesn't sound like something you want, be warned. The classy nature of the place soon devolves into a low class, juvenile experience, where the management caters to one guest and the rest can go to hell. They could make it acceptable for everyone, if the wished. I'm no prude, been to some raucous rock concerts in my day like Led Zep and Lynyrd Skynyrd and would go to some still. But there's a time and place for everything.
This place is a scene. Though it leads with a French touch, there are very fun Asian and Latin dishes too. I usually am wary when a restaurant mixes cultures but this place does a good job of serving both fondue and an upscale pupu platter. They also have a great wine selection. A great place for a more upscale lunch or an epic dinner. A lot of people seem to either do first dates here or ladies who lunch catch ups so you'll hear hilarious things from other tables too.
Ate there 3 years ago and loved it. This time, it was a disappointment.Dine in: Yes
I just walked in with my girlfriend for v day. The professional manager greeted us with a smile, gave us a vip table and away we went.It was a prix fix menu,The Best oystahs. My GF is Thai, these oystahs reminded her of the old country. Tuna tartare was 5 stars.Main course was Lobster in Pasta and dover sole. This was the Best dover sole I have ever eaten in my life.Dessert was apple tart and key lime pie.Server had a moustache, handsome and 5 star excellence.I love Le Fat Poodle.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing food and really everything about it is perfect.
Beautiful food, cocktails and service at this hidden gem. Wish the bar had seats. We just prefer to sit there. One suggestion to the restaurant the banquet seats are like a rollercoaster ride they need to be secured or something as I could feel every motion of the gentleman sitting nxt to us we had to move mid meal and appreciate the accommodation.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tiramisu, Steak Frites
Modern French RestaurantBistro. The staff was excellent and very attentive the food came out perfect and plenty of time between courses. It was a Tuesday night and it was busy. The presentation of each plate was spit on and the lemon sole was one of the best I have had. The wine list is great and priced reasonably. A must go for a night out just the 2 of you or a group. Great location of the main street.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Deviled Eggs, Grilled Oysters, Beef Tartare W, Bone Marrow Appetizer
Restaurantji Recommends
The very best! I was so fortunate to get a reservation to the ever fabulous Le Fat Poodle on Friday. Ever since, it’s been all that my family and I could think about. We came to celebrate a birthday, excited by the innovative and thoughtfully crafted menu. Though Le Fat Poodle is always packed, the maitre’d, the waiter, and all the incredible staff of the restaurant work so hard to ensure every patron is well taken care of. For our family, this was so important and we felt so happy being amongst such a passionate team! We were delighted by the incredible assortment of vegetarian options at a restaurant that evokes the many nations France has influenced. It’s TRULY what French food is meant to be- from the South American influence of Suriname, to French, Swiss, Vietnamese, and Indian Touches. The spices of these many regions was well used, creating food that was tasty, unforgettable, and most importantly: a delight to enjoy. We had the nachos (the best we have EVER HAD!), the fondue (a wonderful activity and meal to have as a family), the Thai sticky wings (so yummy, the perfect combo of sweet and spicy) and probably THE BEST buratta I’ve EVER encountered- the perfect balance of the eggplant caponata to the creamy rich cheese was… AMAZING!As we imbibed on the awesome wine selection, we were met with our next set of delights: our entrees! I was fortunate to have the ravioli- it’s a fantastic plate- perfectly cooked ravioli (such a rarity) perfectly paired with a truffle flavored white sauce, seasoned wild mushrooms, and peas, a lovely crunch! It was generously served and I delighted with every bite! My brother had the pasta rojo with the fantastic eggplant meatballs! The passata Le Fat Poodle uses is FIRST CLASS- well seasoned, beautifully prepared, and sooo flavorful- it elevates the perfectly cooked angel hair and pairs so lovely the with the well spiced eggplant meatballs, making a complete dish! My dad decided to pair two unique and fantastic sides (you’ll never see anywhere else!)- the jalapeño bread pudding (a must try! DELIGHTFUL!!!) which showcased the utter care and dedication the chef takes to every recipe! And of course something that takes our ultimate compliment- the curry spinach. As an Indian family that LOVES to cook, trust us when we say we know flavor! And I assure you, Le fat poodle makes some of the BEST spinach we have ever tried. The perfect scent coming from the spinach, and the lovely crunch of the shallots on top… UNFORGETTABLE.Now I’m clearly missing a major part of what made our experience so amazing- the service. Our waiter and the staff made sure we felt so taken care of, checking on us, making us feel so so comfortable that night! Greeted to generous portions and fantastic food, our service experience made this probably THE BEST experience we have had in a LONG time! And okay… if you wanna celebrate a birthday YOU MUST come to Le Fat Poodle- they take pride in making it special. With the fantastic surround sound, we were immersed in the greatest birthday track- stayin alive x in da club- as my brother’s chocolate mousse came illuminated by a sparkler (how fun is that!) the restaurant joined us in celebration, making us have just the most unforgettable moment! We delighted in the richness of the chocolate mouse and the wonderful killer banana split before being met with four flutes of a most delicious champagne, a perfect end to a perfect night!Since Friday, Le Fat Poodle is all we can think about. About the incredible cuisine, AMAZING TEAM (seriously STANDING OVATION TO YALL!!!!!), and just… this INCREDIBLE part of Greenwich! One of the greatest restaurants IN THE WORLD (and I genuinely mean that!!!!)!!!!We will be back and will be recommending Le Fat Poodle to everyone we know… because trust me, no one should miss out on the fabulousness of this AMAZING place.To the team at Le Fat Poodle- thank you for an unforgettable and wonderful night. We are so so grateful to you and can’t wait to come back soon!!!!Vegetarian options: Unlike so many French restaurants, a vegetarian is in heaven at Le Fat
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sundae, Wild Mushroom Ravioli, Chocolate Mousse
It was our best dining experience in New York / Connecticut. Dishes were very delicious, very special combination of French and Indian cuisine. Waiters were very friendly and helpful. ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The place is a must if you live in Greenwich, the food is fantastic.The wait staff is one of its crowing achievements. I don’t know what they put in the water there, but it works.Never left this place disappointed.Also, try the Chicken Palliard
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Palliard
Food is pretty good, but service was horrible. They never brought one of our dishes despite asking 3 times and left in on the check. My mom has celiac, and they brought her a dish with gluten on it, and then when we sent it back, there were still crumbs on there. She would've gotten very sick.Dietary restrictions: Very bad at handling gluten-free request
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Crab Cake, Wild Mushroom Ravioli
It's one of my favorite restaurants.Their Thai mussels are
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5