French Restaurant for Party in New Rochelle/Larchmont Vicinity

[woodyfay]

Would like to get names of good atmospheric French restaurants in New Rochelle or surroundings for a neighborhood party. I figure about 40-50 people.

[anonymouse1935]

None.

La Cremalliere in Banksville is the best. It's worth the trip.

Avoid La Panetiere like the plague.

[woodyfay]

I am looking for a place very close to New Rochelle. I have been to your suggested restaurant, but it is too far away for my needs. Thank you.

[Shawn]

Le Provencal in Mamaroneck might work. More bistro type food, but good food and nice atmosphere.

[Maryld]

Ok, this is not French but the cuisines have influenced each other: Zitoune
on Boston Post Rd (across from Mamaroneck HS) for very good Moroccan food and lots of atmosphere

[anonymouse1935]

Sadly, they have changed since their remodelling, but if the OP doesn't mind less food and higher prices, Le Provencal might work.

You're welcome and good luck to you, woodyfay.

[Maryld]

Also, I can't think of its name, but there is a very pretty French bistro in Larchmont near the train station. Admittedly, I haven't eaten there, but the menu looks nice.

[Shawn]

That would be Encore, I think... but I'm not sure that's big enough for the OP's party.

[Maryld]

Yes, you're right. I just looked at their website ( http://www.encore-bistro.com/about.htm) and it says they can accomodate up to 60 people.
Also, on Wednesday in the winter they're doing a "melted cheese" night--fondue and raclette--which sounds pretty good to me

[menton1]

If Greenwich, CT isn't too far, Jean-Louis is the about the best French resto outside of NYC. Absolutely wonderful, and M. Gerin and his wife run a wonderful place, great for Private Parties, and a real french touch when he parks his 2CV classic Citroen right outside!

http://www.restaurantjeanlouis.com/in...

[rich51]

either jackie's bistro (eastchester) or bistro rollins (pelham) would probably work. at least the locations would, i think both would be fairly pricey, but check and enjoy whatever you choose

[Maryld]

I posted previously about a French bistro near the Larchmont train station. It is called Pascal, not Encore, but the Encore website looks pretty good too..

[pobo]

I live in Larchmont and can vouch for Pascal's. Encore is great as well, but the owners are not as friendly. I also like Le Provencal, but my favorite would be Pascal's. There is also a new french bistro in Pelham - we have not gone yet but friends have and they give good reviews, as well as MH Reed in the NY Times - I think it's called Bistro Rollin.