Le Coucou Introduce
Welcome to Le Coucou, an award-winning restaurant nestled in the heart of SoHo, New York City. Le Coucou has captivated the hearts of New Yorkers and visitors alike, earning a reputation as one of the city's premier dining destinations. With its sophisticated ambiance, impeccable service, and a menu that pays homage to classic French cuisine, Le Coucou offers more than just a meal—it offers an experience.
The culinary philosophy at Le Coucou is built on a foundation of tradition and a commitment to fresh, high-quality ingredients. The menu, crafted by a world-renowned chef, features an array of classic French dishes with a modern touch. From the moment you step through the doors, you are transported to a Parisian bistro, where every detail, from the decor to the delicate presentation of each dish, is thoughtfully curated to create a truly unforgettable dining experience. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, looking for a romantic night out, or simply craving an extraordinary culinary adventure, Le Coucou promises an evening of elegance and gastronomic delight.
Le Coucou is conveniently situated at 138 Lafayette St, New York, NY 10013, in the vibrant SoHo neighborhood. This prime location makes it easily accessible for anyone in the New York metropolitan area. Whether you're coming from another borough or a different part of Manhattan, you'll find it simple to get here. The restaurant is located in a bustling area known for its chic boutiques, art galleries, and lively atmosphere, making it a perfect spot to enjoy a day of exploration before or after your meal.
Accessibility is a key priority at Le Coucou. The establishment is designed to be welcoming to all guests, with several features that ensure a comfortable visit. The restaurant offers a wheelchair-accessible entrance and wheelchair-accessible seating, allowing guests with mobility needs to navigate the space with ease. Additionally, there is a wheelchair-accessible toilet and a wheelchair-accessible car park, making it a convenient choice for everyone. For those driving, the location provides several parking options, including free street parking, paid street parking, and a paid multi-storey car park, giving you flexibility to choose the best option for your needs. Public transportation is also a great option, as the restaurant is located near several subway lines, including the 6, R, W, J, Z, N, and Q trains.
- Dine-in Service: Enjoy a full-service dining experience in the restaurant's elegant and inviting setting.
- Table Service: Experience attentive and professional table service, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable meal.
- Reservations: Le Coucou accepts reservations and recommends them for lunch, brunch, and dinner, especially during peak hours.
- Private Events: The restaurant can accommodate private dining requests for special occasions and celebrations.
- Great Cocktails: The bar at Le Coucou is known for its expertly crafted cocktails, perfect for starting your evening or pairing with your meal.
- Great Coffee: Enjoy high-quality coffee and espresso drinks, a perfect end to a decadent meal.
- Great Dessert: The dessert menu is a highlight, featuring classic French pastries and sweet creations.
- Great Wine List: A carefully curated wine list complements the menu, with a diverse selection of French and international wines.
- Diverse Menu Offerings: The menu includes a variety of options, from traditional French dishes to organic options, small plates, and comfort food.
- Atmosphere: Le Coucou provides a romantic, upmarket, and trendy yet cozy atmosphere.
- Inclusivity: The restaurant is a transgender safe space and is LGBTQ+ friendly, welcoming a diverse crowd.
For reservations or inquiries, you can reach Le Coucou at the following:
Address: 138 Lafayette St, New York, NY 10013, USA
Phone: (212) 271-4252
Mobile Phone: +1 212-271-4252
Le Coucou is a destination that transcends a typical dining experience. It's a place where every detail is meticulously considered to create an atmosphere of quiet elegance and genuine hospitality. The restaurant's design, with its tall ceilings, soft lighting, and sophisticated decor, feels both grand and intimate, making it the perfect backdrop for a memorable evening. The ambiance is enhanced by a gentle, calm hum, allowing for easy conversation and a focus on the moment. This is a place where you can truly disconnect from the outside world and immerse yourself in the company and the cuisine.
The food at Le Coucou is a true highlight. Each dish is a work of art, a testament to classic French technique and a deep understanding of flavor. The menu, which includes both lunch and dinner options, offers a delightful range of choices, from the delicate 'Halibut beurre blanc' to the rich 'Canette aux cerises.' The **Lunch Prix Fixe** menu provides an excellent way to experience the culinary excellence at a set price, while the **Dinner** menu offers an extensive selection for a more tailored experience. The dessert menu, with its tempting options like the 'Forêt noire' and 'Baba au rhum,' is the perfect finale to your meal. The extensive **wine list** and **cocktails** are also worth noting, as they are carefully selected to complement the food and elevate your dining experience.
What truly sets Le Coucou apart is its exceptional service. The staff is known for being graceful and attentive, making you feel special without being intrusive. They are present when you need them and invisible when you don’t, allowing for a seamless and comfortable dining experience. This level of service, combined with the stunning atmosphere and outstanding food, makes Le Coucou a place you'll want to return to again and again. It's an ideal choice for a special occasion, a romantic dinner, or any time you want to treat yourself to a truly extraordinary meal in the heart of New York City. The restaurant is not just about eating; it’s about creating lasting memories and enjoying a moment of quiet, thoughtful indulgence.
Le Coucou Menu
Lunch Prix Fixe
- ENTRÉES
- Consommé a l’alsacienne
"triple” consommé with gewürztraminer, sauerkraut dumplings
- Poireaux vinaigrette
leeks, hazelnuts (gluten-free)
- Thon a’ l’espelette*
yellowfin tuna, espelette oil
- Tartare de bœuf*
hand chopped prime filet, traditional condiments, caviar +68 (gluten-free)
- Salade verte au parmigiano « extra vecchio »
lettuces, cucumber, herbs, 5-year parmesan, chardonnay vinaigrette
- Avocat homard
lobster, organic avocado, French cocktail sauce +19
- Tomate retour du Piémont
ripe tomato, sauce tonnato
- POISSONS & VIANDES
- Bar noir en souvenir de la Plaka
grilled black bass, tomato, cucumber, kalamata olive
- Halibut beurre blanc
fermented daikon +18
- Quenelle de brochet, sauce américaine
pike mousse, lobster sauce
- Homard « bourse et la vie »
Maine lobster, green peppercorns, cognac and cream, pommes dauphine +29
- Vol-au-vent Coucou
sweetbreads, lobster, mushroom, vermouth cream with tomato, pâte feuilleté
- ‘Crepinette’ de volaille au foie gras
chicken and foie gras, last year’s pear, pommes purée
- Poulet au citron
half heritage chicken, lemon and thyme
- Canette aux cerises
duckling with cherries and foie gras +22
- Paleron de bœuf, sauce chateaubriand*
prime flat iron, jus with white wine and herbs
- Filet de bœuf, sauce au poivre*
prime filet, sarawak green peppercorn sauce +23
- DESSERT
- Coupe Oberst US$16.00
lemon sorbet, ginger eau-de-vie
- Vacherin aux fruits exotiques US$18.00
passion mango sorbet, coconut cream, meringue
- Fraises rafraîchies à l’estragon US$22.00
strawberries, yogurt sorbet, olive oil cake
- Forêt noire US$24.00
chocolate and cherries, kirsch
- Baba au rhum US$18.00
dark rums, vanilla cream, fresh pineapple
- Marjolaine US$18.00
hazelnut dacquoise and cream, chocolate ganache
- Service du fromage* US$39.00
comté, brillat-savarin, fourme d'ambert
Dinner Prix Fixe
- A Very CouCou Dinner US$220.00
per person
- Four Course Dinner US$240.00
per person
- Wine Pairing US$145.00
per person
Dinner
- HORS D’OEUVRES
- Poireaux Vinaigrette US$20.00
leeks, hazelnuts (gluten-free)
- Thon a’ l’espelette US$28.00
yellowfin tuna, espelette oil
- Lotte frite au sarrasin US$29.00
buckwheat fried monkfish, cucumbers and curry vinaigrette
- Tartare de bœuf* US$98.00
hand-cut prime filet, traditional condiments, caviar (gluten-free)
- Homard grillé aux oignons US$46.00
half lobster, onions, honey-lime vinaigrette
- Galantine de pintade et foie gras à la chartreuse US$32.00
guinea hen and foie gras roulade, yellow chartreuse gelée, haricots verts, jamón
- Tomate retour du Piémont US$26.00
ripe tomato, sauce tonnato
- GOURMANDISES
- Quenelle de brochet, sauce américaine US$35.00
pike mousse and lobster sauce (gluten-free)
- Morilles farcies US$40.00
stuffed morel mushrooms, jamón
- Ris de veau à l’estragon US$44.00
veal sweetbreads, cream, tarragon, tomato (gluten-free)
- PLATS
- Bar noir en souvenir de la Plaka US$52.00
grilled black bass, tomato, cucumber, kalamata olive
- Halibut beurre blanc US$51.00
fermented daikon | + caviar $60 | (gluten-free)
- Filet de sole meunière “Tradition” ou “aux huitres” US$80.00
dover sole, golden butter, spinach, with or without oyster
- Homard « bourse et la vie » US$95.00
Maine lobster, sauce au poivre, pommes dauphine
- Tout le lapin US$69.00
all of the rabbit (gluten-free)
- Canette aux cerises US$68.00
duckling with cherries and foie gras
- Agneau printanier US$67.00
lamb chop with wild garlic, braised neck and young carrots
- Filet de bœuf US$81.00
prime filet, marrow bone, pommes purée, sauce chateaubriand
- DESSERT
- Coupe rhubarbe US$16.00
sorbet, ginger eau-de-vie, meringue
- Vacherin aux fruits exotiques US$18.00
passion mango sorbet, coconut cream, meringue
- Fraises rafraîchies à l’estragon US$22.00
strawberries, yogurt sorbet, olive oil cake
- Forêt noire US$24.00
chocolate and cherries, kirsch
- Baba au rhum US$18.00
dark rums, vanilla cream, fresh pineapple
- Marjolaine US$18.00
hazelnut dacquoise and cream, chocolate ganache
- Service du fromage* US$39.00
comté, brillat-savarin, fourme d'ambert
Le Coucou Details
Service options
- Dine-in
- Delivery
- Takeaway
Highlights
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Organic dishes
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar on site
- Toilet
Atmosphere
- Cosy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upmarket
Crowd
- Family friendly
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safe space
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Paid multi-storey car park
- Paid street parking
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★ 5★ 4★ 3★ 2★ 1I took my husband to Le Coucou for his birthday, and from the moment we walked in, it felt like we had stepped into another world — elegant, glowing, and just quiet enough to let the moment sink in.The space is stunning — tall ceilings, soft lighting, and a beautifully designed room that somehow feels both grand and intimate. We sat near the open kitchen, and I loved hearing the soft clinks of the pans, the movement of the chefs — no music, no distractions, just this warm, quiet hum of people enjoying something special. It felt… calm. Thoughtful. Romantic in the most grown-up way.Every dish was a little work of art — not flashy, just quietly perfect. Rich, balanced, so French, but also light on its feet. We kept looking at each other and smiling after every bite. The food had that rare quality where you remember how it made you feel — not just how it tasted.Service was graceful and effortless — present when you needed something, invisible when you didn’t. They brought out a small birthday dessert for him, and it felt sincere, not staged.By the end of the night, I realized we hadn’t looked at our phones once. It was just the two of us, good wine, beautiful food, and a restaurant that somehow knew exactly how to hold space for all of that.A night that felt like a deep breath — and one we’ll remember for a long time
June 28 · ZoeWow this place is amazing for French food. The flavor profiles and all truly compliments to the chef. Each dish was truly mind blowing. I would recommend making a reservation as it can get busy especially at night but eating around 6 was very quiet. It started to get busy around 7:30-8
August 14 · kaitlyn k.I went there for my birthday dinner. You have to try the lobster—it was incredible! The sommelier, I don’t remember her name, was amazing. Every wine she recommended paired perfectly with our food. I’ll definitely go back and get more of her wine recommendations next time.
August 19 · Joy KA spectacular dinner in a truly refined French restaurant. If you’re expecting a bistro or a brasserie style cooking, forget it. This is fine dining that pays homage to classic French cooking and techniques. Since we wanted to share all of the dishes the staff split them when appropriate. We could not pass on trying their seaweed bread and wonderfully creamy butter. The Galantine, with guinea hen and foie gras was a wonderful starter. The roulade was accompanies by gelee and green onions and served with a side of mustard. Next came the super tender Rabbit prepared three ways: roulade, consommé/soup, and daikon w/mustard. To be honest, we found the mustard to be overpowering in the daikon dish. While it certainly gave the dish flavor and a kick that was missing in the first two, far more subtle preparations, it took over and we could not taste the rabbit at all. While the first two dishes were good our favorite, hands down, were the next two: a classic combination of a Ducking with cherries and foie gras and the Filet de boeuf with marrow bone. In both cases, the dishes had a killer sauce and the meat was soft and full of flavor. We closed the meal with Tourtiere with prunes. Made of layers of Phillo dough, butter and sugar, the parcel is layered with prune jam and topped with honey walnuts. Presented table side with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, it was served flambé and finished with Armagnac sauce. The service was impeccable and the deco elegant and added to the refined atmosphere.
June 07 · Alexandra BissettWe celebrated our wedding anniversary here and everything was on another level. The food, the service and the atmosphere was incredible. Loved the place and definitely can recommend for special occasions.
August 15 · Anastasiia Koliesnik
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