Diners' Choice: French restaurants in New York City

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Updated March 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall French cuisine in New York City? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Bistro Vendome - NYC

4.9

4.9 (1834)

$31 to $50

French

Midtown East

About the restaurant

On New Year's Eve, we will be serving only a 5 courses prix fixe menu for $97 per person.
Please visit our website to take a look to our prix fixe at bistrovendomenyc.com

Top review

stephenVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Wonderful food at reasonable prices, with friendly service. What more could ypu ask for in a neighborhood restaurant?

Le Parisien

4.8

4.8 (2285)

$30 and under

French

Murray Hill

About the restaurant

Le Parisien is the go-to neighborhood bistrot for Murray Hill, offering classic French food like steak frites, escargots and moules marinieres, paired with a well-edited list of french wines.
Chef Johnathan Masse brings his expert knowledge of comfort food, having most recently served as sous chef at the Waverly Inn, and also for Chef Jonathan Waxman of Barbuto. Along with owner Christian Merand, formerly of Jean-Claude in Soho, they have created a restaurant that focuses on serving consistently great traditional food with a lively and unmistakeably French atmosphere.

Also open daily for lunch and brunch on weekends.

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Lew12VIP

Dined 2 days ago

Creative, well prepared food at reasonable prices for NY. The restaurant had an intimate, French Bistro feel. Noise level was low to moderate allowing for easy conversation. Service was friendly and helpful. Highly recommended.

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Supperclub @ Le Petit Parisien

4.9

4.9 (149)

$31 to $50

French

Upper East Side

About the restaurant

The Supper Club By Le Petit Parisien is a collaboration between Le Petit Parisien and Chef Josh Newman, offering unique seasonal menus.

At Supper Club, we believe in offering something truly unique and exciting to our guests. Breaking away from the conventional approach, we have crafted a carefully curated menu that showcases two or three exquisite entrees and sides.

What sets us apart is that our menu evolves every few days, reflecting the bounties of each season and emphasizing the use of fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

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Mary

Dined on Mar 13, 2025

We had an outstanding dinner, fantastic from starter to dessert. The service was attentive but not obtrusive and the atmosphere is unique, with well-spaced tables and walls covered in French newspapers. The Supper Club @ Le Petit Parisienne is a treasure.

L'Antagoniste

4.8

4.8 (440)

$31 to $50

French

Bedford-Stuyvesant

About the restaurant

Dear Guests,
FOR BIG PARTIES 10 AND UP OR BUY OUTS, PLEASE CONTACT US AT 917-966-5300
Due to a Statewide mandate, we can only accept vaccinated costumers. We are saddened that this situation has worsened to this point. Please have your App ready!

Classic French fare in the heart of Bed-Stuy. For parties of twelve or more, please refer to our website for our three prix-fixe options.

Don't forget, we're open for Christmas and New Year's! They're some of our busiest days of the year, so book your table today!

BYOB and Poulet en Vessie every Monday, and Duck à la Presse every Sunday! Come experience these timeless French classics for yourself in a friendly neighborhood setting!

follow us on Facebook and Instagram, L'Antagoniste

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Blake

Dined on Feb 22, 2025

Food was delicious and the staff was attentive. The duck was incredible. Highly recommend this hidden gem!

Le Rivage

4.8

4.8 (7909)

$31 to $50

French

Theater District

About the restaurant

Le Rivage invites you to experience a romantic and lively atmosphere where traditional French cuisine is expertly crafted for your enjoyment. A New York institution, Le Rivage offers a classic dining experience featuring escargot, steak frites, coq au vin, and more.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 4 days ago

Wonderful dining experience. Professional, pleasant, helpful, and fun staff. A la carte menu as well as three course meal offerings. Delicious escargot, the perfect Caesar salad, warm baguette, coq au vin, duck fat frites, French onion soup burger, delectable desserts. Tommy was the perfect host, excellent bartender, lovely ambience, great music, a perfect evening. Highly recommend!

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Popular dish

FRENCH ONION SOUP BURGER

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French Onion Soup Burger

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French Onion Soup

La Ripaille

4.8

4.8 (1031)

$30 and under

French

Greenwich Village

About the restaurant

Winner Best Restaurant in March 2018!

Opened in 1980, La Ripaille is one of the oldest restaurants in West Village. Some of the regulars have been coming for as long as 25 years. We want everyone to feel welcome here, whether it’s the celebrities who frequent, the children for whom we provide games & crayons, or the people who live in the Village.

The owner, Alain Laurent, is integral in the day-to-day processes of La Ripaille. He daily scours the market for the freshest produce, often choosing the day’s specials based on his finds. This keeps the specials seasonal & unique. He decorates the ever changing wine list with the best wines available. The restaurant itself is beautiful, with a terrace for the summer & a fireplace in the back for the winter. The candlelit tables light up French posters and paintings & fresh flowers decorate each table. For a taste of history and delicious French cuisine, visit La Ripaille. We have a seat just for you.

Top review

Emirhan

Dined 5 days ago

Fabulous dinner on a Saturday night, great energy in the restaurant and lovely service. The food was fresh, delicious, and reasonably priced. Highly recommend!!

Match 65 Brasserie (formerly Paris Match)

4.8

4.8 (2102)

$31 to $50

French

Upper East Side

About the restaurant

Match 65 Brasserie invites you to experience the perfect blend of Parisian flair and Upper East Side charm. Dine al fresco at our heated street-side terrace or enjoy the cozy elegance of our indoor seating – each setting designed to make your visit unforgettable.

Our menu showcases timeless French bistro classics, prepared with the finest ingredients to ensure every bite is an indulgence.

Pair your meal with our thoughtfully curated selection of wines and champagnes, available by the glass or bottle, or choose from our house-made cocktails and extensive beer offerings. It’s no wonder Match 65 Brasserie has become a beloved neighborhood treasure and a must-visit destination for discerning travelers.

Join us and see why we’re the talk of the town. Bon appétit!

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CraigVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Excellent food and great atmosphere. Would definitely come back

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4.9

4.9 (2237)

$31 to $50

French

West Village

About the restaurant

CAFE CLUNY SEATS FOR BRUNCH SERVICE ON A FIRST COME FIRST SERVE BASIS ON THE WEEKENDS BETWEEN 10AM AND 4PM.

Open since 2006, Cafe Cluny is a neighborhood spot offering French - American dishes with a polished flare. Our Executive Chef Andy Xu takes pride in his thoughtful selections here, as well as at our sister restaurants The Odeon and Café Luxembourg.

Whether you need that charming place for a date, are in search of the perfect brunch, or just want the best steak frites in town - you will be glad you came to the West Village's famous Cafe Cluny.

Due to demand, we are unable to hold your reservation past the time it has been booked. If you are not present at the time of your reservation, we will offer the table to waiting guests. If you are running late or wish to cancel, please call us at (212) 255-6900. We look forward to seeing you soon.

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TerryVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Cafe Cluny is a consistently excellent restaurant. Great ambiance, service and superb food.

The Odeon

4.8

4.8 (3752)

$31 to $50

French

TriBeCa

About the restaurant

The Odeon offers reservations for indoor and outdoor dining for parties up to 6 guests. Walk-Ins are welcome.

Due to demand, we are unable to hold your reservation past the time it has been booked. If you cannot be present at the time of your reservation, we will offer the table to waiting guests. If you are running late or wish to cancel, please call us at 212-233-0507. The Odeon takes the last “Open Table” Reservation at 10 pm on Sunday and Monday and 10:30 pm Wednesday through Saturday. Should you like to visit the restaurant after that time, please call 212-233-0507 to check availability. We allow 1 hour 45 minutes dining time for parties up to 2 guests and 2 hours for parties of 3-6. guests.

Top review

Eugenia S .VIP

Dined today

It’s always perfect here. I love the Odeon forever

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4.7

4.7 (3688)

$30 and under

French

Upper East Side

About the restaurant

Scenes of Alsace come to the forefront when walking into our upper east side corner jewel. From the curved pewter bar decorated with suspended antique seltzer bottles, to our colorfully tiled floors; our cozy restaurant evokes the essence of Alsace at every turn.

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Susanne

Dined 1 day ago

As usual, everything about this restaurant makes it a lovely place for a group of friends to enjoy a weekday lunch. The menu is interesting, the food always excellent and the wait staff is lovely and attentive.

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