Joseph Leonard

Holy cow! Incredible! Went for brunch and licked the plate clean! Vibe was so cozy and quintessential west village!We came when they opened at 10:30am, got sat at the bar immediately. By 11am they had a wait and I know why! I would wait in line if I had to because it was so good!I will be coming back for dinner soon! Love love love!

My fiancé and I came here for an anniversary dinner. I had made a reservation a few weeks before for a Thursday at 7pm which at first I thought might not be needed but the place is small and, no matter if it's a weekday, always ends up full. Highly recommend the reservation unless you want to wait! The restaurant is cute and cozy. It has beautiful outdoor seating that's reminiscent of a bistro in Europe and allows for a relaxed meal. The indoor seating is also very nice, with a romantic ambiance paired with the intimate and casual feel of a quintessential neighborhood spot, which is where we ended up sitting. Our waiter was so nice.... Like genuinely nice with the best energy. He realized it was our anniversary and immediately poured us two complimentary glasses of the most refreshing Prosecco which was really sweet of him and set a great tone for the rest of the evening. We ordered an additional two glasses of chardonnay to enjoy our meal which were also great. For food we tried:- Rhode Island squid: we ordered this dish as an appetizer and it was the perfect starter. The dish came with generous amounts of well seasoned and perfectly cooked squid, the texture was just right and not chewy at all. These squid rings came over a bed of juicy and sweet snap peas that provided a very nice balance. There were bits of crispy rice that added a nice texture and finally a layer of garlic yogurt that was creamy and really tied everything together. Would highly recommend. Well executed dish. - Brussel sprouts: another hit! We got a side of these to start with and we were blown away. These were some of the best brussel sprouts we have had. They were well seasoned without being too salty, with a sweet and smooth undertones of the butter they were cooked with. The sriracha on top adds the perfect amount of heat that makes these addictive. Finally, the shavings had the optimal thickness for a perfect texture after being cooked. Really amazing. - Burger: my fiancé got the burger which is one of the best I have tried in NYC so far. The meat patty was thick and had a nice pink center. It had good flavor and the right amount of fat. It came with some bacon that added a little bit of an additional umami punch and the cheddar that was creamy and balanced everything out. The sauces in the burger were amazing too. Do not even get me started on the fries..these were so amazing I wish I had gotten an order as a side for myself. I really liked how they swapped the normal burger bun for an English muffin, I think it added a little bit more richness to the burger in a way and really tied all the flavors/textures together. - Rainbow trout: I ordered the trout and this also was an amazing dish. The trout fillet was tender and flaky with a crispy crust. It was bathed in a subtle buttery sauce with citrus, tangy hints. The level of acidity was perfect. The haricot verts added an earthy freshness to the dish that was complimented by the nutty aroma of toasted almonds. This dish was very impressive as a stand alone dish and may have been one of my favorites of the night. Very rich and complex. Would order again. - Desserts: for desserts we tried two. The salted caramel pudding which we both liked but thought the saltiness was a little too much and may have benefitted from a sweeter balance (maybe adding a caramel sauce). The banoffee pie was amazing. I was skeptical to get it since the idea of having a dessert with banana and graham crackers sounded a little too sweet but it actually was very well balanced. The graham cracker crust was thick, rich, and buttery. The bananas were sweet but paired with a nice light cream that really helped tone down the flavors. The toffee layer was subtle, and added a nice texture and a little extra sweetness. Would highly recommend even if you are not necessarily a huge banana dessert fan! Overall, we had a beautiful anniversary dinner here. We have walked by this spot many times while living here and were always enticed by ambiance and how lively this spot seems. Now having dined here, we realize why this place is so popular. This small, intimate restaurant offers top notch service that feels intentional and personal while also offering high quality, well executed dishes in a bustling neighborhood in NYC. Will definitely make my way back here in the near future to try more of their dishes, do some people watching, and have a great time.

Crushed it on all fronts: service, food, ambiance, drinks. Great late night spot, and the burger is fantastic

I don't leave many 5's, but Joseph Leonard's deserves the rating. The ambiance of the establishment adds to the experience, think semi-dark lighting, large back booths, and an open air kitchen so that you can see the chef's preparing dishes. To add to that, our waiter (I'm sorry I didn't catch his name) was so lovely and fun. He cared about our experience, even asking us where we're from & our star signs while also conversing with us about whatever was song was playing at the time. I came here specifically to try the burger that my friend hailed as "one of the best in NYC". After discovering it came on an English Muffin, my expectations lessened. However, I'll admit when I'm wrong, and boy was this burger GOOD. The meat was cooked to perfection, the bacon was incredible, and they must have done some special trick with the English muffin because everything blended together in a bite so perfectly. I'd also recommend the cauliflower appetizer which was so mouth watering that I'm still thinking about it. Would love to return here for another fun night.

Walked here from my hotel in Chelsea and I am glad I did! Great experience! Friendly service and great food! Truly a little gem in the West Village. Great outdoor sitting with great people watching. I had the avo toast with brioche French toast. DELICIOUS. Food was tasty light and just right. THANK YOU! I will be back!

This was such a wonderful surprises. We were walking down the streets of Greenwich. We were lured in by the ambience that this restaurant possessed.We were there on a Wednesday, and it was packed so if you plan on going on the weekend, please make a reservation. This is a tiny corner restaurant. It's extremely romantic. The music is spot on the lighting is very flattering.The food is 10 stars ! We took a chance on a bottle of Pinot and it turned out to be exquisite. This is in my opinion a date night restaurant however, there were girls night party there . There are no televisions here... so if you're looking to watch a game go to an Irish pub. This place was meant for gazing into each others eyes and chatting. And if you happen to get a little lit, that's OK too.

Food 5/10Ordered the wrong dishes for my taste profile lmao. The cauliflower appetizer was fine, a little lacking in flavor and strangely tasting like Shin ramen?? The Croque madame was ok. We got the pollock, which I thought came with two pieces of fish, but really it was one piece of fish and another piece of potato disguised as fish. I hate potatoes so it already was off to a rough start. The dish also came with bell peppers, which I dislike with a passion. Atmosphere 7/10Cute typical west village farm to table vibes. Wooden paneling, natural lighting, intimate and cozy interior. Service 5/10Not sure why I felt this but the server was weirdly passive aggressive and rude to us.

I could not think of a more quintessential place to get brunch in the West Village. Joseph Lenard is a cozy little restaurant absolutely jam packed with people who know what an amazing neighborhood gem it is. I would recommend getting reservations a few weeks in advance! The brunch menu is simple, but everything looked incredible. We got the baguette french toast, the country fried bacon, and two eggs any style. This was the perfect amount of food split between two people, we left absolutely stuffed! The baguette french toast had a caramelized exterior and custardy interior, when combined with fresh maple syrup it was one of the best french toast dishes I have ever had! I loved having the ricotta as a topping as well, the creamy and slightly salty flavor complemented the sweet dish perfectly. The country fried bacon was like no bacon I've had before, and is a must-order. Covered in honey and hot sauce, battered, and fried, this is a delicacy! It hit all the sweet, spicy, and salty notes to a tee. Lastly, the eggs were a perfect soft scramble and very well seasoned. The service was extremely quick and the wait staff was kind and accommodating. This was an incredible brunch, I cannot recommend highly enough!

Love this cozy spot that is full of friendly people. The staff is fun and welcoming. We love their burgers which are served on English muffins. I have been here numerous times but the latest time is most notable. My friend and I shared the steak special for two with bordelaise sauce that was melt in your mouth sublime. Then we had the Banoffee dessert (pictured) that was incredible. We were having such a great time that we lingered a bit too long and they needed our table. They very nicely relocated us and we stayed for esspresso martinis! Can't wait to return.

I pause doing this, because I want to make sure I always get one of the seven tables! This restaurant....home...is amazing. Not going into details...okay...cocktails, apps, entrees....not going into it...I'm not! Okay...they're PHENOMENAL. Just book it. This place is awesome!