Manon, Lambertville, NJ:
A Restaurant Review

Manon French Bistro, Lambertville, NJ
Manon Restaurant
19 N. Union St.
Lambertville, NJ
609-397-2596
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Food Quality:  2 1/2 Stars

Service:  2 Stars

Decor:  2 1/2 Stars

Overall Rating:  2 1/2 Stars

Note:  Four star Rating System from 1/2 Star = Poor to Four stars = Best in Class

Serves well prepared French Country Provencal food using fresh ingredients

The ambiance is "Old World" romantic French bistro.

Cash only, does not take credit cards

Fare:  French Country Provencal

Price:  Moderate - Expensive

Value:  Good

Noise Level:  Moderate - high

Dress:  Casual

Recommended For:  Diners who enjoy cozy, romantic "Old World" French bistro ambiance with rustic country South of France cooking.

Not Recommended For:  Budget conscious diners who prefer casual American comfort food in an energetic setting.

Recommended dishes:  When available, The Strip Steak with Green Pepper Sauce; The carre d'agneau (lamb ribs), and The Bouillabaisse.

Liquor:  BYOB



Restaurant Review

Manon is a small charming "Old World" French bistro, popular with diners who enjoy southern France cuisine with rustic French bistro ambiance.

The dining area is a bit eclectic with a replica of Van Gogh's "Starry Night" mural on the ceiling and posters of the city with Provencal hues of blue and yellow adorning the walls Tables are set with linen covering and large hurricane candles.

With soft, French background music and dim lighting, the ambiance is decidedly, romantic French bistro.

The space is a little crowded with tables placed close together. There are a few tables for seating for 2 or 4 and a line of tables against the side wall.

Chef-owner Jean Michel Dumas is from the small town Fourques in the south of France. His cooking style reflects dishes from that region.

Though the menu tends to remain unchanged, the dishes are well prepared using fresh ingredients.

The service is attentive, knowledgeable, but not overly friendly.

Cash only, Credit cards not accepted.

Not recommended for Kids.

Manon is closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Open Wednesday - Saturday for dinner, and Sunday for brunch and dinner.

Wednesday and Thursday's are bargain nights with a special Prix Fixe Menu.

When making reservations on a Monday or Tuesday, you will probably not receive a call back untiul they open on Wednesday.

(updated: November, 2016)

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