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Typical rude French servers. Mediocre food. I wouldn't go here again if they paid me 10,000 francs.

On a Tuesday, we were seated immediately for a reservation for two at 8pm. The weather permitted outside seating, and while the table and chairs were terribly unsteady, I managed to shim the table with a small object from my pocket to stop it from rocking back and forth. Our server was very engaging at the beginning of our meal, answering questions of pronunciation and preparation with equal aplomb. The cocktails we enjoyed were incredible. The food was served promptly after ordering. Lamb Bourek: very Good Camembert Roti: Good Goucho Hen: Okay Chocolate Mousse: Okay Cheese Plate: Okay The Wine selection was very eclectic and, I think, well put together. They deserve a lot of credit for this - it engaged my interest and made for a better experience. However, one thing did sour my impression such that I won't return. After check presentation, we left cash on the checkbook, but were in no hurry to depart, our possessions still draped over corner or spread on the table. There was wine left in our glasses and quick as a whip, our server was inside the restaurant with the check and back out, interrupting us and asking if there was a problem with the service. I'd left enough money to cover the bill, but had not put a tip down on the table, thinking to do so as we left. The server's impression was that she had been stiffed, though the guests had not even moved to depart. She said "20% is standard..." I muttered something about it being a counting mistake and put more money down on top of the check that she again left on the table, but in truth, the misunderstanding only resulted from the young lady being so very pushy. The moment was sundered. I've worked in the restaurant business in both the front and back of the house for the last 9 years, and one thing I've learned is that you do not chase people over tips. You do, in fact, have absolutely NO right to do so. How many people in truth walk out and leave a glaringly meager tip? 20% is good, but by no means standard, and I usually leave 25% since, broadly, all cooks and servers are my compatriots. But no matter how desperate I have been to pay the rent, I never browbeat someone for a GRATUITY. Sad fact, but tips are left to the judgment of the guest. This young lady may have thought she was chasing after a tip she felt she was due, but she managed only to chase me away from Les Enfants Terribles for good. I'll come back to the neighborhood, but I'll be around the corner at Baccaro.

The food is good, the prices fair, the overall decor is really appealing but the waiters here are among the most annoying servers I have ever encountered. I've been eating at this place since it opened but my last 3 experiences have been completely ruined by my having to listen to the new bartender's and/or waiter's moronic whistling and singing. It's about the most unappetizing thing one can hear while eating brunch. My 1st ruined meal was about a month ago but I've liked the place enough to figure it was a fluke and try it again. 2 more times -- same experience -- I couldn't wait to leave the restaurant this afternoon and my friend, who's also from the neighborhood had the same experience about a week ago. To be honest, they could give the food away and I would still rather eat anywhere else than have to sit through this again. As I said, I've always liked the place and will miss being able to eat here.

My boyfriend and I are from Philadelphia and were visiting Manhattan for Valentine's day. We found Les Enfants Terribles completely by accident, as my boyfriend stopped to use the restroom. He offered to buy a drink but the manager was pleasant and told him he didn't have to buy anything to use it! Because of that, we sat at the bar and ordered drinks. The atmosphere is very relaxed, the decor was gorgeous and the staff was very, very friendly. We didn't order any food, but the drinks were superb and we are planning to go back for our anniversary!

On a Saturday night we were seated 30 minutes passed our reservation time, so clos eto the next table that you couldn't get out without completely moving the table out. If you like being close with your neighbors, perhaps you wouldn't mind. The waiter was loud and screamed out for plates or specials from across the restaurant toward the kitchen and staff. The drinks are interesting and definitely a try, however the coucous had little flavoring or spices similarly to the phyllo dough filled with vegetables, which tasted plain and simply steamed while the menu read "in curry and garlic sauce." In general the prices are quite reasonable, but don't expect anything special. I wouldn't go back to the neighborhood or restaurant as there is not much around either.

I was thinking, great, keep writing bad reviews so less people try Les Enfants Terribles. But then I thought a great brunch deserves a rave! The food and drinks are amazing, the wait staff is great, and the people who pack the place are pleasant...worth a try for brunch...but shhhhhh don't tell anybody!

I was very pleased with the food in this restaurant. Everything was delicious from the drinks, to the appetizers, to the entrees and the desserts. I have read many bad reviews on the service, but this was not my experience at all. The host and wait staff were very friendly and competent. Admittingly, I had dinner at 6:00 pm on a Friday and it was not very crowded. Based on the layout of the restaurant, I can see it getting hectic if a crowd begins to develop. The only negative is that they should do more with the decor to give it more of an African feel. However, that will not prevent me from going back.