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I was pleasantly suprised by this restaurant. I went with my girlfriend and every one of our dishes were great. I thought the duck was exceptional as well as one of their specials, which was a butternut squash lobster soup. I can't wait to go back

I have returned again and again to Cafe Joul over the years to enjoy the delicious, fresh and expertly prepared meals and relax in the warm, inviting dining room. My most recent visit did not disappoint. I chose a healthful salad which was tasty, fresh and light. Having left room for dessert, I selected the pear tatin with caramel ice cream. What a treat! While the light lunch was truly enjoyable, I have had many satisfying brunch meals and dinners there as well. Over various visits, my family and I have enjoyed excellently prepared steak frites, roast salmon and expertly cooked eggs . Cafe Joul is the kind of restaurant I wish we had more of on the upper east side. Top flight cuisine in an welcoming, low key atmosphere.

I travel to New York several times a year and Cafe Joul is my most favorite dining destination. The environment is sophisticated, yet cosy and relaxing. The food is exceptional -- superbly prepared and tasty fish, salads, and excellent sweets. Bravo to Cafe Joul !!!

After walking by and seeing it bustling so often, I decided to give Cafe Joul a try with some friends. No wonder it is so busy. It did no disappoint! There was something for everyone on the menu. We loved it. Endive with manchego salad was delicious, steak and frites very good quality and a gourmet mac n' cheese that was incredibly rich and savory. Monk fish special was as good as any I've had in five star restaurants at two thirds the price. Wines were reasonably priced too and the service was friendly but never intrusive. It's great to find a place that has such good fresh food in a relaxed environment. Although I live on the west side, I'll gladly cross town for some more Joul.

We were pleasantly suprised to discover this delightful restaurant as we often don't make our way over to 1st ave..We had a delicious meal from the salad, entree to the AMAZING deserts..and excellent wine..The ambiance is relaxed yet sophisticated and transported me to paris. It's a great place to go on a date or with friends where you can hear yourselves talk. The service was excellent and the owners involvement give it a special appeal. It's a keeper. Need more places like this!

After reading great reviews about Cafe Joul's brunch I was looking forward to sharing this "hidden gem" with a friend and was very disappointed. Though the restaurant was quaint, the food was just okay. We ordered the Salmon Burger & Croque Monsieur which both cost an additional $2-3 on top of the $21 prix-fixed menu. For a $28 brunch I expected a much better meal than we had eaten. The "Sarabeth's Bread Basket" seemed stale and both meals weren't anything special. Overall I felt the meal was very overpriced and did not meet expectations. Maybe diners should just stick to the pancakes, as other reviewers have suggested.

Cafe Joul is a lovely neighborhood restaurant offering delicious French bistro-inspired dishes. The restaurant is a bit pricey for weekly repeat visits - even though it's in the Sutton Place area - there should be a bit more less expensive dishes on their menu. Most entrees begin @ $20.00 (except for the Pasta) -- they should think about offering a prix-fix dinner in this economy w/ the choice of an appetizer and entree or dessert and entree for $25.00 - think it would be a hit!! Otherwise, good food with attentive staff and very involved owners.