Diners' Choice: French restaurants in Manhattan

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall French cuisine in Manhattan? 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 (1791)

$31 to $50

French

Midtown East

About the restaurant

The outdoor terrace is not protected from the rain and is only open when weather permits. Thus it may not be reserved and seating is on a first come first serve basis.

Top review

Gloria

Dined 4 days ago

Bistro Vendome was a wonderful! I've walked passed it before but didn't know the surprises hidden behind its small entryway. Located in a townhouse, there are several levels. Each one being cozy and inviting. Because of the different levels in smaller spaces, it makes it easy to talk to your guests with out loud conversations around you. The food was absolutely delicious; my party of four each had different appetizers, entrees and desserts. No disappointments, and the aroma of the food throughout the restaurant leave you thinking I'll order that dish the next time. The staff is impeccable! Truly attending to your every need. Before you even think I need more....whatever, there they are at your table. And, the prices in this French restaurant are very reasonable. Definitely going back and you should try it too, it will not disappoint!

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Popular dish

Wild Dover Sole Meunière

Popular dish

French Onion Soup Gratinée

Supperclub @ Le Petit Parisien

4.9

4.9 (137)

$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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BonnieVIP

Dined on Dec 13, 2024

I’ve been there at least 4+ times. The food has been consistently excellent, delicious and the accompaniment, presentation and mix of flavors - just perfect! What a gem!

Le Parisien

4.8

4.8 (2247)

$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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AndreaVIP

Dined 4 days ago

We have never been disappointed at this neighborhood gem. Our spinach salad, as well as the escargot, were excellent prefaces to delicious entrees (the cod special and trout). Cocktails lovely, and apple tarte was a fine ending to the meal.

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Majorelle at The Lowell

4.9

4.9 (1043)

$50 and over

French

Upper East Side

About the restaurant

Intimate bar and beautiful lounge lead to unique restaurant with an open garden.

The subtly lit French oak paneled bar greets you with booth banquettes and
tables amenable to serve Jacques’ Bar Menu, all day.

The Club Room: its coffered ceilings and fireplace creates familiarity in the comfort of a warm elegant home.

Both the lounge and the bar menus offer spontaneously prepared French delicacies, savory and sweet with distinct Mediterranean and Moroccan influence.

“Majorelle” restaurant: its vaulted ceiling, marble columns, and trellised garden with up-lighted fountains set the stage for fine French Cuisine and Service in an atmosphere of harmony and luxury for all the senses.

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LilianVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Amazing food and beautiful restaurant. Service is incredible!

Bistro Les Amis

4.8

4.8 (814)

$31 to $50

French

SoHo

About the restaurant

Bistro Les Amis is a welcoming French Bistro in Soho for 20 years serving a variety of traditional dishes such as Coq Au Vin, Lamb Shank, Creekstone Farms Steaks and array of fish and pasta dishes.

The French Onion Soup and Foie Gras at Bistro Les Amis have been claimed "the best" in NYC. Bistro Les Amis is located in the heart of SoHo, one block from West Broadway near NYU, SoHo Playhouse, and Film Forum. Available for holiday parties, and open for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Eve.

Top review

Barry

Dined 5 days ago

A lovely dinner with our friends... much like we have had in many bistros in Paris.

Le Rivage

4.8

4.8 (7729)

$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.

Top review

Karol

Dined 5 days ago

Magnificent and understood we had tickets for a show. Lovely evening!

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Popular dish

FRENCH ONION SOUP BURGER

Popular dish

French Onion Soup Burger

Popular dish

French Onion Soup

Cafe Cluny

4.9

4.9 (2196)

$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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KeriVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Always delightful. Seated near the window. Decorated for the holidays.

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Popular dish

Lobster Rolls

Popular dish

Buffalo Chicken Dumplings

Le Rock

4.6

4.6 (8)

$50 and over

French

Rockefeller Center

About the restaurant

Anchoring the renaissance of Rockefeller Center is Le Rock, a venture from Lee Hanson and Riad Nasr, the two chefs behind the perpetually cool TriBeCa spot Frenchette. Working with the design firm Workstead, Hanson and Nasr have created a modern-day eatery that pays homage to Paris’s best brasseries and its Art Deco environs.

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Maria

Dined on Dec 6, 2024

Everything was wonderful. Only issue was noise level…loo loud!

Le Tout Va Bien

4.6

4.6 (106)

$31 to $50

French

Hell's Kitchen

About the restaurant

Tout Va Bien offers a culinary journey through the heart of New York City, blending French elegance with urban charm. Nestled in the vibrant streets of NYC, our restaurant tantalizes taste buds with exquisite dishes crafted from locally-sourced ingredients. From classic French delicacies to innovative creations, every bite tells a story of passion and flavor. Step into our cozy ambiance, where each visit promises a memorable dining experience.

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Charlie

Dined 3 days ago

A perfect spot for a pre-theatre dinner and the fixed price menu is a great option. Highly recommend.

La Ripaille

4.9

4.9 (1010)

$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

ThomasVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Ripaille has been amazingly consistent for decades. Excellent, truly classic French cuisine, not too fancy, but with elegant touches. The owner mingles with the guests, providing an authentic French atmosphere. The space is a little tight, which is also authentic. Nice music. Polite servers. Good wine at good prices.

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