Francie is a Michelin-starred New York Brasserie with Italian and French influence. Francie is located in a limestone-clad former bank building and has the convivial feel of a neighborhood gathering place. Chef-Owner Chris Cipollone and Pastry Chef Justin Binnie serve a seasonal menu inspired by European flavors and designed for flexibility: bar snacks, shellfish, handmade pastas and the famous Crown Roast of Rohan Duck. Save room for the last remaining cheese cart in NYC. Wines from around the world and classic cocktail list are presented with a flourish of seamless hospitality. Private Dining in The Vault, the former vault from the bank, is a memorable experience. On Mondays we offer 20% off every bottle of wine on our list.
Elegantly designed to complement the restaurant, our Private Dining Room, "The Vault at Francie," is available for dinner, Monday - Saturday. Discreetly hidden from view, The Vault still feels very much part of the main restaurant and is one of the most beautiful private dining spaces in Brooklyn.
Francie is a nice restaurant. The food is good, but overpriced. The duck was very nice but the portion way too small given the price of the dish. The cheese plate - still not cheap - does not come with bread… the salad was missing a lot of greens. The canele with the foie gras was interesting but too much bending on the sugary side. The food is generally good (not great) and the atmosphere very nice - service was good ( albeit too fast) but it is too expensive for the quality and quantity. Will not return.