New York City Restaurants

French Resturants

Cafe Pierre The Pierre Hotel, 2 E 61st St. bet 5th & Madison Aves. 212-940-8185. Best breakfast in the city. Also good for lunch, or dinner. The epitome of elegant, an all-around restaurant. The service, decor, and food are all excellent. Quality French cuisine, complemented by dancing on Thursday-Saturday. Excellent for a romant ic d inner.
Capsouto Freres 451 Washington St. Watts St. 212-966-4900. Your first impression will not reflect how your overall experience will turn out. In fact this French restaurant located in TriBeCa will most likely impress you. With accesible parking and excellent souffles, it's am excellent bet.
Chez Michallet 90 Bedford St. Grove St. 212-242-8309. If you are looking for a romantic dinner in the village you have come to the right place. Go for the price fixe because sometimes it can get expensive. The food is good.
Gascogne 158 Eigth Ave. bet 17th & 18th Sts. 212-675-6564. Located downtown, the service is great and so is the setting. You might feel like you are in France. Go for the price fixe.
Grove 314 Bleecker St. Grove St. 212-675-9463. Located in the West Village, you are receiving a great deal. The food is very inexpensive relative to the quality. Great garden.
La Colombe d'Or 134 E. 26th St. bet Lexington & 3rd Aves. 212-689-0666. This romantic, authentic French bistro is located on the East Side. Try the Corsican, Sardinan, or the Maltese dishes. they also have a great wine list.
La Pactole2 World Financial Center. 225 Liberty St. Vessey St. 212-945-9444. If you decide to eat here, do while the sun is setting. The views are absolutely spectacular. Sundau Brunch is a good bet. The food is pretty good, but the resturant is a bit overpriced.
Le Jardin Bistro 25 Cleveland Pl. bet Lafayette & Spring Sts. 212-343-9599. Located in SoHo, is this excellent French bistro. This intimate bistro on top of having good food, is moderately priced.
L'Udo 432 Lafayette St. bet Astor Pl & 4th St. 212-388-0978. Situated in the Downtown area is this excellent French-Italian restaurant. It gets big draws from the art, and cultural community. With an exceptional garden this one is hard to beat.
Alison on Dominick Street 38 Dominick St. bet Hudson & Varick Sts. 212-727-1188. Located in West SoHo, if you can find it you will be in for a real treat. With professional service, and a gorgeous appearance, this French Bistro is good to take a date to.
Annabelle 2nd at 48th. 212-486-2560.
Bistro du Nord Madison at 93rd. 212-289-0997.
Bouley 165 Duane St, bet Greenwhich and Hudson Sts. 212-608-3852 The best restaurant in New York City. You might find others to rival its supremacy, but none to match it. Forget the price or the amount of time it might take to finally get served your main course. the quality of the food and the service are matched b y none. If you go during lunch you will find it easier to get in, and much easier on your wallet.
Box Tree the Box Tree, 250 E. 49th St. bet 2nd & 3rd Aves. 212-758-8320 Probably one of the most expensive restaurants in the whole city. Also one of the most romantic restaurants in the entire city. It is the place to bring your special someone. the Box Tree grill is also very good. If you eat there go for the steak.
Brasserie 53rd bet. Park & Lexington. 212-751-4840. Open 24-hour french bistro, worth the extra money. Closed for renovation but due to reopen soon.
C.T. 111 E. 22nd St. bet Lexington & Park Aves. 212-995-8500. This new French cuisine located on the east side is considered quite excellent. With excellent wine and great service this definately improves the city's wide variety of restaurants. Despite the high price it is well worth it.
Cafe Botanica Central Park South bet. 6th & 7th NY, 212-484-5120. A garden of delights, lovely, springlike, wonderful service, great bargain. Best for Sunday bruches.
Cafe de Bruxelles... 118 Greenwhich Ave at 13th St. 212-206-1830.
Cafe de Paris 2nd at 49th. 212-486-1411.
Cafe des Artistes One W. 67th St. bet Columbus & CPW. 212-877-3500. One of the most romantic restaurants in the city. It is the place to fall in love with someone. Excellent West Side French cuisine.
Cafe des Sports 51st bet. 8th & 9th. 212-581-1283.
Cafe Luxembourg 70th bet. Amsterdam & West End. 212-873-7411. Stylish, West Side French bistro. Solid food in sleek cream setting.
Cafe Metairie Third at 82nd NY, 212-988-1800. Charming, province setting. Good food, bargain brunch and early bird specials.
Cafe St. John 110th at Amsterdam NY, 212-932-8420.
Cafe Un Deux Trois 44th bet. Broadway & 6th.
Carlyle Dining Room 76th at Madison NY, 212-744-1600. Great place for a business lunch or dinner. It might be expensive but if you are looking for a good meal you have found the right place.
Chantal Cafe 55th bet. Broadway & 8th NY, 212-246-7076.
Chanterelle 2 Harrison St, bet Greenwhich & Hudson Sts. 212-966-6960 Located in TriBeCa one of the best Contemporary French restaurants that you will find. the epitome of a first class restaurant. While the food is fantastic, the bill is not.
Chez Jaqueline... 72 MacDpugal St. bet Houston & Bleecker Sts. 212-505-0727.
Chez Josephine 42nd bet. 9th & Tenth. 212-594-1925. The restaurant is a tribute to Josephine Baker. This small, dimly lit restaurant is an excellent place to take someone on a romantic date. the service has a smile is always urges you to eat more. If you are going to show nearby it is an excellent choic e.
Chez Napoleon 50th bet. 8th & 9th. 212-265-6980.
Chez Suzette Restaurant 363 W 46th St. NY, 212-581-9717.
Daniel 76th bet. 5th & Madison NY, 212-288-0033. Located in Midtown is one of the best classic French restaurants in the city. Daniel Boulud is one of the best chef's in the city aswell. Other than the fact that the restaurant feels crowded, their is nothing to complain about here.
Demarchelier 86th at Madison. 212-249-6300.
Dix et Sept 10th at 7th NY, 212-645-8023.
Ferrier 65th bet. Madison & Park. 212-772-9000. Fashionable, civilized pickup scene for singles and divorcees. Good bistro food.
Hulot's Lexington bet. 70th & 71st NY, 212-794-9800.
Jean Lafitte 58th at 6th NY, 212-751-2323.
Jo Jo 64th bet. Lexington & Third NY, 212-223-5656. French, NY chic crowd, tantalizing, orgasmic desserts prixe fixe lunch.
Jules... 65 St.Marks Pl. bet 1st & 2nd Aves. 212-477-5560.
King's Carriage House 82nd at 2nd. 212-734-5490. It's name is a good representation of what type of rstaurant this is. It is like a carriage house. It might have a limited menu, but this French-Continental restaurant is sure good looking.
La Boeuf a la Mode 81st bet. York & East End NY, 212-249-1473.
La Boite en Bois 68th at Columbus NY, 212-874-2705.
La Bonne Soupe 55th bet. 5th & 6th. 212-586-7650.
La Caravelle 55th bet. 5th & 6th NY, 212-586-4252. The epitome of classic French. It's lovely atmosphere and trustworthy staff make it even more desirable. It's new chef on top of the overall flavor of the restaurant, make everything seem so easy and effortless.
La Chandelle Broadway bet. 79th & 80th. 212-787-8466.
La Cote Basque 55th bet. 5th & Madison NY, 212-688-6525. Was closed for renovations, reopened one block west of its original location. One of NY's highest-rated restaurant's. Classic French cuisine situated inside of a beautiful restaurant.
La Folie Third bet. 80th & 81st. 212-744-6327.
La Goulue Madison at 65th. 212-988-8169. Decent food, located on the East Side. At a somewhat resonable price, this French Bistro is improving.
La Grenouille 52th bet. 5th & Madison NY, 212-752-1495. It's like being in Paris without buying a ticket. Classy, with superb food, and the most beautiful scenery in NY. Excellent service by quite attentive waiters.
La Jumelle 55 Grand Street, NY, 212 941 9651.
La Mangeoire 2nd bet. 53rd & 54th. 212-759-7086.
La Mediterranee 2nd bet. 50th & 51st. 212-755-4155. This warm cramped French bistro serves delicious desserts. In addition nightly piano music to accompany the French food.
La Mere Poulard 56th bet. Park & Lexington NY, 212-750-2710.
La Mirabelle 86th bet. West End & Riverside NY, 212-496-0458.
La Reserve 4 W. 49th St. bet 5th & 6th Aves. 212-247-2993. Situated at Rockefeller Center, this French restaurant has quality food. While eating there you almost feel like you are one of the Rockefeller's. Be sure to dress appropriately.
La Vielle Auberge 46th bet. 8th & 9th. 212-247-4284.
L'Ardoise 1st bet. 65th & 66th NY, 212-744-4752.
Le Beaujolais 46th bet. 8th & 9th. 212-974-7464.
Le Bernardin 51st bet. 6th & 7th NY, 212-489-1515. While eating here, you will encounter some of the best french cuisine in hte entire city, topped with impecable service. If you can afford to have eat here, the trip to this midtown restaurant is more than well worth it.
Le Biarritz 57th bet. 8th & 9th. 212-751-2390.
Le Bilboquet 63rd bet. Madison & Park. 212-751-3036.
Le Bistrot de Maxim's Madison bet. 61st & 62nd NY, 212-980-6988.
Le Bouchon 51st bet. 8th & 9th. 212-765-6463.
Le Chantilly 106 E. 57th St. bet Lexington & Park Aves. 212-751-2931. After eating seven courses here you definately won't leave hungry. Your best bet is to go to the pre-theater special. Otherwise it's quite expensive. It recevies all around ratings also for it's superb service, and beautiful rooms.
Le Cirque 65th bet. Madison & Park NY, 212-794-9292. Incredible French cuisine, if well known they treat you like royalty. A bit pricey, but well worth it.
Le Colonial 149 E. 57th St. bet Lexington & 3rd Aves. 212-752-0808. The food and the people look good at this restaurant. Not very expensive, for the overall experience that you will receive. This Midtown Vietnamese makes you feel that you are back in Saigon.
Le Comptoir 67th bet. 2nd & Third. 212-794-4950.
Le Max 43rd bet. 6th & Broadway. 212-764-3705.
Le Perigord 405 E. 52nd St. 1st Ave. 212-755-6244. With a new chef, and superb food, this Eastsider is a winner. It's French cusine served by excellent waiters, will kepp you relaxed in a quiet, subdued atmosphere.
Le Perigord 52nd at 1st NY, 212-755-6244. French, one of the highly rated, good service tasty, delicate, excellent food served.
Le Pistou 61st bet. Park & Lexington. 212-838-7987.
Le Quercy 55th bet. 5th & 6th. 212-265-8141.
Le Refuge 82nd bet. Lexington & Third. 212-861-4505. Simply noiseless, delicious food attentive waiters to satisfy your needs. A bit overpriced.
Le Regence Plaza Athenee, 37 E. 64th St. bet Madison & Park Aves. 212-606-4647. Located on the East Side, this old style French retuarant will make you feel like you are back in old times. With superb staff and food, there are few drawbacks. Go for the Sunday brunch.
Le Relais Madison bet. 63rd & 64th. 212-751-5108. The "In" place to go on the Eastside with fine food for sure and enjoyable "Smart People" observation.
Le Rivage 46th bet. 8th & 9th. 212-765-7374. Large quantity served at a low price. Relaxing atmosphere enjoyable.
Le Taxi 60th bet. Park & Madison. Elegantly set good food but a bit overpriced. Waiters are a bit on the cold side.
Le Veau d'Or 60th bet. Park & Lexington 212-838-8133. Old fashion homey food. Classic French bistro.
Le Zoo 314 West 11th Street, NY, 212-620-0393.
L'Entrecote 1st bet. 57th & 58th NY, 212-755-0080.
Leopard, the 50th bet. 2nd & Third. 212-759-3735. One of a kind. This restaurant takes you back into time to the late 50's. Dinner is served with wine. Warm staff. Reasonable price.
L'Ermitage 56th bet. 5th & 6th. 212-581-0777.
Les Celebrites 58th bet. 6th & 7th NY, 212-484-5113. This is one of the best all around restaurants that there are. With absolutely gorgeous scenery painted by hollywood stars, to the impecable service from it's waiters. Which is just the icing on the cake for the exquisite French Contemporary meal that y o u will be served.
Les Friandises Lexington bet. 70th & 71st. 212-988-1616.
Les Pyrenees 51st bet. Broadway & 8th. 212-246-0044. If you want to make your show and not feel rushed this is the place to be. Classic, warm relaxed ambiance.
Les Routiers Amsterdam bet. 87th & 88th. 212-874-2742.
Les Sans Culottes 2nd bet. 57th & 58th. 212-838-6660. Quality bistro with good food, good prices, and a good time. Go for the appetizers.
Lespinasse 55th bet. Madison & 5th NY, 212-339-6719. One of the highly recommended. You will receive excellent service. This relaxing environment will put you in heaven after you have finished with your meal.
L'Express... 249 Park Ave South at 20th St. 212-254-5858.
Lutece 50th bet. 2nd & Third NY, 212-752-2225. Beautifully decorated. One of the best French restaurants in the city. It has a new chef, but no horrible reviews have come in yet.
Mark's 77th at Madison NY, 212-879-1864. You feel like you are in England but are eating real French food. But reality sets back in when you exit the restaurant. A little expensive but well worth it.
Mme. Romaine de Lyon 61st bet. Madison & Park NY, 212-758-2422.
Montrachet 239 W. Broadway. bet Walker & White Sts. 212-219-2777 Located in TriBeCa this French Bistro has superb food. With a reliable and friendly staff, and a high price, your best bet is probably lunch.
Peacock Alley Park bet. 49th & 50th NY, 212-872-4895. French delicacy classy, elegant also recently renovated.
Pierre au Tunnel 47th bet. Broadway & 8th NY, 212-575-1220.
Poiret Columbus bet. 82nd & 83rd NY, 212-724-6880.
Prive 80th bet. Madison & 5th NY, 212-772-1541.
Quatorze Bis 79th bet. 1st & 2nd NY, 212-535-1414.
Raphael 54th bet. 5th & 6th. 212-582-8993. For intimate lovers top tasting food at mid price.
Rene Pujol 51st bet. 8th & 9th. 212-246-3023. Well cooked food, great tasting wines at a reasonable price.
Right Bank Madison at 69th. 212-737-2811. Enjoy a glass of wine outdoor on the patio or a great tasting burger indoors. Reasonable price.
Royal Canadian Pancake House... 1004 Second Ave at 53rd St. 212-980-4131.
Sel et Poivre Lexington bet. 64th & 65th. 212-517-5780. Country setting, you feel like you at a bistro in Paris. Gets mixed reviews. Either you love it or you hate it.
Sign of the Dove Third at 65th. 212-861-8080. Romantic, costly and worth every cent. Wonderful place for any kind of celebrations. Includes a cafe up front.
Soleil Third bet. 67th & 68th. 212-717-1177. Friendly, drastic change in variety good food.
Sonia Rose 132 Lexington Ave. bet 28th & 29th Sts. 212-545-1777. One of New York best unknown restaurant's. At times it can be to crowded, but this Eastsider will provide you with great service, and fantastic Eclectic-French food.
Table d'Hote 92nd bet. Madison & Park 212-348-8125.
Terrace 400 W. 119th St. bet Amsterdam Ave & Morningside Dr. 212-666-9490. With great views, ontop of a romantic atmosphere, this is a great place for most special occasions. With superb French cusine, to go along with good service, and even valet parking. the price is a little high, overall a safe bet.
Tout Va Bien 51st bet. 8th & 9th NY, 212-265-0190. Reliable, a bit cramped friendly atmosphere nice waiters, worth visiting.
Trois Jean 79th bet. Lexington & Third NY, 212-988-4858. Visiting Paris without getting on a plane. Daily specials served upstairs.
Voulez-Vous 1st at 76th NY, 212-249-1776. Homely, friendly includes all you can drink wines. Great for brunch.