Bistrot le Chat Barbu

Real gem in the Rosendale area. Came for brunch, the drinks and coffee were great but we especially liked the food. Pancakes we’re a favorite, the style is very unique and unlike any other pancakes i’ve had. The Le Benny and Tartiflette we’re also delicious.

This is a hidden gem! As someone who lived in France for many years I have never had a better croque-monsieur. My friend said the omelette was the best eggs she’d ever eaten and my kids were in love with the giant pancake bigger than their heads (though they only got through 1/4 of it). We’ll be back :)

My boyfriend and I have come to Bistrot le Chat Barbu a few times, and we’ve always had a good experience! It’s nice that there’s seasonality and variety to the menu. On our latest visit, we had the roasted beet/mixed greens salad with cashew cheese, the moules classique, and vegan risotto trapanese. I love that they have some dairy free options that still deliver luscious French flavors; it doesn’t feel like I’m sacrificing anything! (My boyfriend has to avoid dairy and I try to avoid gluten, and there are plenty of options here.) The risotto was really delicious. On past visits I’ve also indulged in dessert, the most memorable of which was a chocolate mousse with fresh whipped cream and peanut brittle. It was one of the best desserts I’ve ever had. We’re so lucky to have this place in t

Everything tasted amazing! We really enjoyed our meal! All dishes had wonderful French cuisine flavors, were plated well, and the service was friendly and attentive. The fresh warm sourdough bread with roasted garlic + butter to spread on it was $5, as another reviewer pointed out, but it was well worth it. Yes they automatically include a 20% gratituty to give the servers a liveable wage; but honestly folks it's 2025, it's so expensive to live in NY, can you blame them- and who is so cheap that they would tip less than 20% for a great meal/service at a local small business dine-in restaurant anyway?! We had a great experience and will be back! 😋

We had a fantastic Valentine’s dinner at Bistrot le Chat Barbu. The food, drinks service were all on point - and our server Natalee was the best! Une merveilleuse soirée! Merci!