Le Gamin

"If you want to feel like you've stepped out of the bustle of the city and into a quaint cafe in France", supporters recommend this "charming" Prospect Heights and Greenpoint duo; the "hearty", "comforting" bistro fare comes at "reasonable" prices, and is ferried by staffers who are "pleasant" (if "slow").

Once ever-present chain now down to just a couple of locations. Greenpoint's a go-to for primo chillaxing. Rustic nook with green café chairs and ceiling fans. Giant cappuccinos wire you up in the am, pm tea time calms your nerves. Get your crepes salty with smoked salmon or sugared with Nutella. Good international mag selection, we enjoy lingering over the clothing-optional editorials in...

good honest authentic classic french food and good time ... a trip to the french ambience that american love to enjoy ... from morning to bed time ...