Oscar’s Place
“Once known as Petite Abeille, Neal the then part owner took over the space and renamed it after his young son Oscar.”
“I came here with my friend and we were greeted so warmly and enthusiastically by our server, Neil.”
“it's FREE w/ yelp check-in
ARUNDEL Omelette – Mushroom spinach bacon omelette, let me say, it was up there in the best omelettes I ever had.”
Oscar’s Place
Takes Reservations: Yes
Delivery: Yes
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Bike Parking: Yes
Good for Kids: Yes
Outdoor Seating: Yes
Waiter Service: Yes
Price range.
$$ Price range $11-30
8 reviews
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Breakfast place that has La Colombe coffee AND Amy's Bread? Sold. First one in on a Friday morning, had a Yelp check in for a free coffee (free refills to boot!). Straight forward menu with your standard breakfast options.
Got the Arundel Omelet ($13.75) and Amy's Bread w/ Marmalade ($5). Bread came out first, and served with rich marmalade and some butter that was impossible to spread on the bread. Amy's bread delivers as its hearty yet soft, with the marmalade complimenting it perfectly. Omelet came next – big portion of egg with bacon, spinach, and mushrooms. Bacon was crispy, and the mushrooms tender, though the eggs were only okay. Probably could have used some more seasoning (salt, sauce, etc). The mashed potatoes that came with it were pretty good, while the salad was a few leaves and a tomato or two.
A complete breakfast overall. Though I think next time I'll stick with the coffee and bread.
I sat on the patio and was greeted by the server, a kind British gent who happily explained the Yelp check-in deal. Get a free cup of coffee or tea with your check-in. I requested coffee and it was GOOD: strong and dark.
I had the smoked salmon omelette, which was cooked perfectly. I'm not the biggest fan of salad for breakfast, but that's just me. The mashed potatoes were leek and delicious, but I prefer potatoes I can put ketchup on in the mornings. Again, just a personal preference and I appreciate the authenticity of Oscar's.
The service was friendly and fast. The food was delicious. I would definitely return.
Walked in on a lark to find this unassuming, charming little restaurant that sounds like a tea place but looks like your local diner inside. I couldn't nail down one particular identity for this joint, but no matter.
GF and I ordered the beef stew and Myers Mini Steak & Kidney Pie, respectively. Both were tasty and filling, and I endorse them with zero reservations. It was quite perfect for a quiet dinner on a Sunday night.
Came here with a friend for a low key al fresco Sat night dinner around 7pm. We were sitting for a while and no one rushed us, which was nice but also felt service was slow. They were understaffed so I guess I get it.
We shared the mussels sav blanc side with "chips" or fries. The fries are good- thickly cut, well seasoned. The mussels were eh.. most of them were too tiny and barely sopped up the sauce. We also shared the fish and chips- this was excellent. Awesome "chips"still the fish was the star- very delicately battered and fried with flavor yet still light.
They brought out a side of restaurant slice bread with butter, which was ok but awkward after the meal.
I'd come back – they have interesting things on the menu like Bangers and Mash and other good Brit items.
I would have LOVED to give Oscar's 5 stars but I can't.
It was a slow Thursday late lunch. We were one of 3 tables there.
We had a good meal. Some nice conversation with the owner.
Paid our bill and left…..
Our bill was $137 with the tip. ($114 + $22 & change tip)
On Sunday we get a courtesy call from our credit card company asking if we meant to leave a $137 tip on a $137 bill.
Wait – what?
Of course not! – obviously an error on the part of Oscar's right?
So with the credit card company we call Oscar's. Explain the situation to the owner – and he asks for proof. He wants a copy of our receipt. (which we no longer have)
Wait – what?
I've been a bartender, restaurant manager & waitress –
If I were a server and I received $159 tip on a $114 bill, not only would I be grinning from ear to ear and doing a happy dance all over , but the entire restaurant would know about it INCLUDING my boss who would have recognized the hefty payout at the end of the shift.
He doesn't remember it?
He basically tells us to go F ourselves and do a chargeback – tying up our $274 for the next few weeks.
Obviously someone needs that extra $137 in their account for a few weeks.
Really not very cool.
NOT YOUR TYPICAL BRUNCH/DINER. THIS BELGIUM GEM JUST RAISED THE BAR, LIKE REALLY HIGH
I cannot express how much Joy this place gave me. If Jennifer Lawrence came here, it may have been a better movie…
This place gives you jam-packed flavor inside simple items. We came around 2pm. One of my friends wanted french toast but they only had their lunch menu. The kind man offered to extend his breakfast menu and made sure we got French toast. He was extremely friendly the entire time and made us feel at ease, it was a pure delight and he really added to our great experience there
COFFEE – The La Colombe Coffee is absolutely heavenly, strong & smoothly balanced but rich & deep. It was amazing AND.. it's FREE w/ yelp check-in
ARUNDEL Omelette – Mushroom spinach bacon omelette, let me say, it was up there in the best omelettes I ever had. Besides the fresh vegetables, the eggs were so fluffy and light, the cooks carefully cooked it not to char or burn on any sides. Again, so Simple but meticulously executed, it was delicious
PURIST WAFFLES – Waffles w/ Maple Syrup. My friend gave me a piece and I thought I ate a cloud. I had no idea a waffle could be so pillowy and delicate.
BERRY FRENCH TOAST – This is where I would give 6 stars if I could. Look at the picture. Then imagining it taste 100x better. Then, realize, that it tastes MUCH better in person. IT'S ALL ABOUT THAT BRIOCHE, BOUT THAT BRIOCHE, BOUT THAT DELICIOUS THICK BRIOCHE SOAKED IN MILK EGG HONEY CINNAMON WITH A MEDLEY OF BERRIES AND STRAWBERRY SAUCE
Recommended: I can't imagine anything bad here
Oscar's place is a lovely little spot in the West Village. Any place that has Boddington's Ale is A-OK in this wannabe Anglophile's book. The service was warm, and I appreciated that they did not try to rush me along.
While the food is good, I would not cross borough lines to eat the food. The fries were perfect; I would happily eat here again if I was in the area.
Make sure to check in for a free coffee or tea!
I came for fish and chips and that's what I got. $19 for one of the greatest fish and chips I've had in a long time.
Neil the owner was very welcoming and inventing to his place, Oscar's which is named after his NY born son. His British accent fit the bill with the awesome dining experience. It's a small cozy place where it seems he has a bunch of regulars come in to enjoy the British cuisine. The menu was filled with other entrées that looked very appetizing. There was a chicken pot pie that sounded delicious as well as the bangers and mash. I will be coming back to try some more. It will be hard not to order the fish and chips though. Since I know how great they were I will have to bring someone to try the fish and chips so I could order something else and pick off their plate. Lol they also serve breakfast.
British food done right by a British chap. Cheers!!!
**Don't forget to check in for your complimentary tea Ask for some lemons.