i find the fact that brasserie v's website opens with a definition of the word brasserie (an unpretentious restaurant) HILARIOUS. because if I could use one word to describe this place it would be pretentious.
i met some friends here for drinks last weekend. we only stayed for one drink because the prices were outrageous. this might not bother the monroe street richies, but i know that there are several other bars in this town that serve the same beers without hiking up the price.
to be fair, I didn't try the food... so i *might* come back if my pockets are feeling particularly deep. however, if you're on a budget, know that there are several other places in town that have a similar (if not altogether better and more reasonably-priced) beer selection.