French, Italian. Cozy 71 St. Peter restaurant has a worn charm that draws you in right away. Steamed mussels and clams, roasted garlic and bacon vinaigrette, spinach salad with goat cheese and pears, and pan-seared foie gras all make great appet... more
The French words ‘à côté’ denote, ‘right next to, being nearest, and on the sideline.’ We tend to want to be ‘à côté ‘to the star players, the movers and groovers in life, an... more
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Part of Absinthe's success in the area is its understanding that in Hayes Valley, a good bar is critical. Serving decadent meals of rabbits and oysters decorated in gilded Belle Epoch style, its menu is complimented by first rate double fisted cockta... more
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Alamo Square Seafood Grill serves fresh seafood at a great value. The entree menu consists both of tourist pleasing chicken and steak dishes and a more traditional fish plate. In Chinese menu style (column a, b, c) fish dishes you pick a fish (sole,... more
French Cuisine. A Carmel favorite that lures locals and visitors with its chic style and neighborhood charm. Chef Andre Lemaire prepares authentic French Bistro Cuisine with a Californian Coastal flair. Our friendly atmosphere buzzes with excitement... more
Angèle Restaurant & Bar is an intimate restaurant perched above the Napa River. The 155-seat restaurant is the realization of the Rouas family’s dream to create a refuge that offers delicious French country foods, wines, and occasion... more
Welcome to Aquitaine Wine Bistro, inspired by the cuisine and wines of Gascony.   Come and enjoy Southwest France in an exquisitely comfortable setting. Aquitaine offers a large retail selection of wines at 30% off the list price that represent... more
At Artisan Bistro we take pride in offering you contemporary California French Cuisine that is wholesome and innovative...  The seasonal menu is prepared fresh daily with locally grown, sustainable ingredients.  From earth to table, we stri... more
Chef and owner, Tina Nguyen, offers quality dishes that include herbs and spices such as mint, cilantro, basil, lemongrass, ginger, and garlic.  Delicious French Vietnamese cuisine in Russian Hill. more
Adjacent to Atelier Crenn, Bar Crenn is where Chef Dominique Crenn reflects the sensory experience of an elegant and antique French winebar inspired by the lounges of the 1930’s in Paris. more
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BAUMÈ restaurant was created with the premise of combining the modern with the ancient.  The name Baumé was chosen because it represents something which is scientifically classic but gastronomically modern.   It fits C... more
A perennial Civic Center favorite serving classic French fare like rabbit pate, onion soup and tarte Tatin. Gallic aura and solid service help set the scene. -- Michael Bauer more
Bistro Moulin is a delightful surprise of French cuisine that is the hot new place to eat for locals in PG and Monterey. The Chef and owner, Didier Dutertre is an expert at presenting the most exhuisite and delicious of French home cooking with his... more
Highly acclaimed chef Thomas Keller (of The French Laundry) is behind this beautiful Yountville restaurant. Enjoy excellent French bistro cuisine in a dining room offering wonderful Parisian ambiance. We invite you to visit Bouchon Bakery, an authent... more
Travel to France without ever leaving the city. Enjoy authentic French cuisine such as crepes, quiche and mussels. more
Set in an alley in the heart of Downtown, this lively, busy French cafe will remind you of being in Paris. During the day, the alley is closed to traffic and sidewalk tables litter the street. Traditional French bistro cuisine is served for lunch and... more
If you like to sip your latte while relaxing in a cosmopolitan, international environment, this is the place for you! This French restaurant-cafe has a wide variety of international newspapers and magazines. more
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Featuring Country French and Italian cuisine and often called "Carmel's most romantic restaurant", their style and ambiance is matched by a standard of excellence in food and service that has brought them worldwide acclaim. Their hand-dug Wine Cellar... more
Cetrella in Half Moon Bay has reopened after a four-month hiatus and features a new executive chef.  Sylvain Montassier's culinary résumé reads like an international guidebook -- he hails from France where he graduated fr... more
Welcome to the Chalet Basque restaurant, a family style restaurant serving dishes inspired by the Basque regions of France and Spain.   Established in 1962, the Chalet Basque Restaurant is one of Marin’s oldest and most well-respected res... more
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When Philippe Gardelle left La Folie years ago to open the Richmond District's Bistro Chapeau! on a shoestring, a successful restaurant venture in the area was far from a sure thing. Today, with critically acclaimed and popular eateries popping up al... more
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Chez Maman West is a concept of contemporary French bistro with a twist of Californian flavor.  Located in Hayse Valley  the center of the Art district of San Francisco, between  the opera house , symphony building  and the newly... more
Although Chez Maman is renowned for its hamburgers and crepes, the menu is so diverse that as a wannabe regular, I wouldn't be able to choose a "usual." The food is rustic and fresh--like mom's cooking (if your mom were a classically stylish French p... more
Chez Marius, presented by Laurent Legendre of Glen Park's Le P'tit Laurent fame, creates a bistro in the heart of Noe Valley more
Attentive service, fresh flowers and soft music surround guests at this intimate, special occasion Michelin Starred, restaurant in downtown Mountain View. Inside a lovely Victorian home, Chef Scott Nishiyama creates a contemporary French cuisine... more
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ChouChou is a French Bistro with a Provencal feel.   Homemade chocolate fondant and caramelized fruit tart are a specialty along with seafood and meat cassolettes.  ChouChou has a bright, colorful dining room with a casual yet chi... more
Chouquet's, a casual, elegant and modern restaurant, offers a French style menu that invites diners to experience both new and familiar tastes. Scallops on a bed of vanilla braised salsify with mint emulsion surprises the palate; while tender sweetbr... more
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Food is meant to be shared, to be enjoyed amongst friends and loved ones. We encourage you to share our L'Apero, Rotisserie & Cocotte options. Feast, drink and enjoy the convivial nature of food. more
Welcome to Crepuscule pronounced "crep is cool": an authentic French creperie that provides a unique experience of crepe culture. Savored for centuries, crepes are celebrating a revival today, with creperies opening throughout France, America, and el... more

DIP

DIP offers a French-inspired sandwich and bistro menu conceived by long-time San Francisco restauranteur Mahmoud "Mo" Khossoussi and his daughter Haleh.   Dip proudly uses the best ingredients:  Acme bread; Mary’s natural chicken; Sal... more
Country Style French Cuisine. Salads: Salade maison - Green leaf salad, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, black olives, julienne carrot. Salade du chef - Smoked ham, swiss cheese, green leaf salad, walnuts, cherry tomatoes, mustard vinaigrette. Salade... more
Emile’s has been recognized as one of the leading French restaurants in the Bay Area. Located in the SoFa district, Emile’s continues to excite visitors with its elegant flair, courteous service and traditional dishes.  Emile's also... more
Florio is the swank spot for a very dirty martini and a great prix fixe 3-course dinner that includes a salad, choice of two entrees (recently they were delectable short ribs and wild king salmon), and a dessert... - Excerpt from Fillmore Roundup b... more
Garcon encapsulates an old-world French Bistro with a casual and friendly atmosphere like one would find in France. Garcon uses familiar French dishes like French onion soup and duck confit, as well as having a variety of vegetarian and organic items... more
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Gary Danko goes out of his way to create a first-class eatery. The California and French influenced menu is stocked with rich foods like lobster, chanterelles, foie gras and squab. The way the front of the house is run is striking to the casual di... more
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Gaspar Brasserie highlights the best of French style in its the two level space filled with fabulous mid-century decor.  Downstairs, vintage chandeliers light the intimate bar and dining room.  Upstairs, the cozy Cognac Room offers a seco... more
French. Winning service, a menu of updated continental ideas and a comfortable setting keep this venerable restaurant attracting the following it deserves. Full bar. more
Iron Gate offers excellent Continental cuisine in an elegant environment. more

Isa

The dishes run are deceptively filling. Two of us filled up on four selections. True to its size, Isa is not a bank-breaker. The wine list is a one-pager, with particularly appealing whites. Check out the Manciat-Poncet Macon for refined take on Char... more
The inspiration at Julia's begins with the bounty of products available to us in the Bay Area and highlighting those with classic techniques. Combined with the beautiful atmosphere and refined service, Julia's creates a memorable dining experience fo... more