Brasserie 292 – French
Polished brass fixtures and deep leather banquettes anchor this vibrant space, where the timeless charm of a classic Parisian brasserie meets an energetic, modern pulse. The kitchen breathes life into the senses with the rich fragrance of garlic-herb butter and the delicate crunch of freshly baked baguettes, serving up soul-warming plates that celebrate the rustic elegance of French tradition. Whether tucked into a cozy corner for a quiet glass of Bordeaux or gathered around a marble-topped table for a celebratory feast, diners are enveloped in a warm, convivial glow that lingers long after the final bite of tarte tatin.
292, Main Street, Poughkeepsie, NY, 12601 +1-845-473-0292 https://www.brasserie292.com/Rating: 4.5/5 (566 reviews)
Cuisine: French
Price range: $$
Dietary options: low-carb, vegetarian, gluten-free, high-protein, keto, nut-free, dairy-free, vegan, mediterranean, pescatarian, diabetic, heart-healthy, plant-based, sugar-free, paleo, low-fat, whole30, anti-inflammatory, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, atkins, gerd, weight-watchers, raw-food, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, low-fodmap, aip, mayo-clinic, candida, lectin-free, slow-carb, pegan, macrobiotic
What diners are saying
Diners consistently rave about the exceptional service at this establishment, frequently naming specific staff members like Nicole and Chris for their attentiveness and warmth. Guests highlight the spectacular food, recommending standout dishes such as the sea bass, short rib, and warm chocolate cake, alongside a vast selection of amazing cocktails and wines. The atmosphere is praised as lovely and ambient, making it a perfect spot for intimate birthdays or dates, while even minor issues like salty spinach are handled with grace and generosity.
Menu
Appetizers
Small plates and starters
- Bisque: Rich lobster stock, cream, butter poached lobster, sherry, croutons Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, High-Fiber, Slow-Carb
- Crispy Fried Tofu: Seasoned rice flour, pickled carrots, ponzu dipping sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Low-Fodmap, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Mac & Cheese: Butter poached Maine lobster, fontina, raclette, gruyère, lobster-sherry cream, bay crumbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Low-Fodmap, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Foie Gras Parfait: Madeira, brandy, shallots, toasted baguette, dijon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Clean-Eating, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Escargots: Garlic, shallot, parsley, butter, baguette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Onion Soup Gratinee: Veal stock, caramelized onions, sourdough, fresh herbs, gruyère Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Fried Oysters: Classic celeriac remoulade, harissa aioli Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Candida
- Charcuterie-Cheese Plate: House cured HV duck “ham”, imported herbs provence salumi, duck rillettes, imported cheeses, truffle almonds Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- House Smoked Faroe Island Salmon: Potato latkes, capers, minced shallot, lemon-dill labneh, and caviar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Low-Fodmap
La Mer
Seafood and Raw Bar
- Oysters: 292 cocktail, shallot mignonette, fresh grated horseradish Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Clams: 292 cocktail, fresh grated horseradish, lemon Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Classic Cocktail Shrimp: 292 cocktail, fresh grated horseradish, lemon Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Paleo, Sugar-Free
- Poulpe: Grilled Portuguese octopus, smoked potatoes, pickled fennel, roasted garlic-citrus aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Steamed Littleneck Clams: Bacon, shallots, garlic, fresh herbs, beer, butter Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Marinated Imported French Sardines: Fresh herbs, olive oil, pickled shallot, grilled baguette, French dijon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
Tartares
- Classic Beef Tartare: Hand-cut prime sirloin, virgin olive oil, shallot, caper, dijon, fleur de sel, egg yolk jam Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food
Salades
- Frisee Aux Lardons: Baby curly endive, applewood smoked bacon, warm runny egg, sherry vinaigrette, crispy shallot garnish Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, High-Fiber, Volumetrics
- Salad Maison: Tender greens, endive, local apples, candied walnuts, Roquefort, and charred orange dressing Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Classic Caesar: Baby romaine, garlic-herb crouton, house made lemon-parmesan dressing, shaved yolk
Entrees
- Pan-Roasted Faroe Island Salmon: Crispy, smoked, pickled peewee potatoes, fresh herb chimichurri Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Berkshire Schnitzel: Spaetzle, bacon-brussels, mushroom-paprika gravy Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Red Wine Braised Lamb Shank: Smoked barley risotto, pecorino, fresh herbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Dry Aged USDA Prime NY Strip Au Poivre: Pan-roasted, cracked pepper crust, cognac, demi, double cream Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Simply Grilled Brook Trout: Lemon, thyme, bay leaf, pommes purée, sautéed baby spinach, lemon oil, fleur de sel Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Candida
- Wild Boar Ragu: White wine, fresh herbs, aromatics, tomato, pasta coils, fresh ricotta, pecorino Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Pan-Seared Day Boat Scallops: Risotto, saffron, asparagus, French butter, parmesan, bacon jam Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Shrimp Provencal: Sautéed with olive oil, toasted garlic, oven-roasted tomatoes, espelette pepper, white beans, fresh herbs, house-made cavatelli, baby spinach Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida
- Seared HV Duck Breast: Apple wood smoke, pickled cherry-apple relish, house yogurt Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Lectin-Free
- Risotto: Imported carnaroli rice slow simmered with saffron, mushrooms, asparagus blistered tomato, fresh herbs, parmesan, butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Roasted Breast of Chicken: Shiitake mushroom-truffle demi, pommes purée Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Mayo-Clinic, Candida
- Confit: Classic slow-cooked duck, warm lentils, bacon, frisee, sherry vinaigrette
Frites
Served with Pommes Frites
- Dry Aged USDA Prime NY Strip - $14: Choice of maître 'd butter or béarnaise
- Butcher's Steak: Choice of maître 'd butter or béarnaise
- Classic Moules: Sautéed with garlic, shallots, fresh herbs, white wine, and butter
- Brasserie Burger: 8oz Local Kiernan Farm 100% grass-fed and finished beef, gruyere, tomato-bacon jam
Sides
- Caramelized Brussels Sprouts
- Pommes Frites
- Sautéed Baby Spinach
- Pommes Purée
- Fricassée of Wild Mushrooms
- Haricot Verts
- Crispy Smoked Peewee Potatoes with Aioli
Frequently Asked Questions about Brasserie 292
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Seventy percent of the menu options, including Sautéed Baby Spinach and Classic Beef Tartare, meet vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb requirements.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- This vibrant Parisian-style brasserie features brass fixtures and leather banquettes, providing a lovely, ambient setting for intimate dates and birthdays.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- The restaurant offers good value with a moderate ($$) price level and a 4.5/5 rating, featuring spectacular food and exceptional service.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- Rated 4.5/5, this moderate-priced French restaurant distinguishes itself with exceptional service and spectacular dishes like sea bass and short rib.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided information for Brasserie 292 does not include the restaurant's specific hours of operation.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Diners recommend standout dishes such as the sea bass, short rib, and warm chocolate cake as the most popular menu items.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Diners highly praise the exceptional service and spectacular food, specifically sea bass and short rib, earning the restaurant a 4.5/5 rating.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- Brasserie 292 features a website at https://www.brasserie292.com/, however the provided data does not confirm online ordering availability.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- Guests praise the lovely, ambient atmosphere and exceptional service, describing it as a perfect spot for intimate birthdays or dates.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Brasserie 292 specializes in French cuisine, offering classic Parisian brasserie dishes such as escargots, onion soup gratinee, and foie gras parfait.
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