French Restaurants near Albany, CA

“Suzette Crepe Cafe is a great place to grab a coffee and get some work done. I stopped by on a Tuesday morning and there were plenty of tables to sit at. I like that there are a number of power outlets situated on the bench seating as well -- perfect for long work session. Though I did not try any of the food, the staff was nice, the atmosphere was quiet enough to focus, and Wi-Fi was fast (note: if you have either T-Mobile or AT&T as your cell phone carrier, you will not have great service in this area, so definitely connect to the Wi-Fi over trying to tether).“

“We had the brick oven roasted chicken, very good, moist tender, but nothing special to the seasoning. Takes an hour to prepare, so plan on a cocktail or two with appetizers. Shoestring potatoes and white asparagus did it for us. Would definitely come back.“

“Fantastic food and a great menu with something for every foodie“

“A beautiful blend of flavors and textures. I'm giving a 4 because it's my first time there and I'd like to see what's next on their seasonal menu.I went here for my birthday so my media has no labels. I was pleasantly surprised with each of the dish that we had. Each item had their own uniqueness to it and I love how original the flavor combos were. I personally like going to restaurants that have an assembly operation in front of you because it's cool to see how these dishes beautifully come together.I will say the dessert was a very refreshing yet satisfying touch. Hibiscus ice cream on top of a rose apple with a buttermilk foam. Like...just wow.Highly recommend for a special occasion or just treat yourself. Well done chef, I'll be coming back.“

“My friend, Mike, who lives nearby with his wife, raved about it so much that my BF and I decided to come after a short trip to Marin. It was everything that he described and more. It was fantastic! Excellent food and atmosphere. Will definitely add to my list of favorites and will recommend to my Palo Alto friends!“

“Hands down THE best croissant in San Francisco. But they have so much more than that. Pates, quiches, desserts - and they all look so Parisian. Walking in is an exercise in self control. But the good news is, if you do cave in, it’s worth it!“

“Good vibe and great service especially Yonos and Eric!“

“Beautiful ambiance. Great food!“

“One65 was an amazing discovery on our trip to San Francisco. Having spent the first half of our life in Montréal, Québec, Canada where it was hard to find a bad restaurant, we were absolutely amazed by this Bistro which looks more like a high end dining experience. The menu online & the photos attracted us to this location but we were amazed by the well timed service, the crisp white tablecloths, the table setting and the pleasant and calm atmosphere. My choices of charcuterie platter was perfectly sized; the chicken & the pork rillettes where a wonderful surprise. My husband had an onion tart with the crust as perfect as they get & which I envied. He loved his halibut, moist and tender and I raved over my grilled half lobster, so tender that I found myself munching on the shell parts as well. My bread pudding was not of overwhelming size & perfectly flavored. Don chose the Affogato (scoop of vanilla gelato « drowned » with a shot of hot espresso). We wanted to go back today but they are closed on Sundays.?“

“One of our all-time favorites. We go every year for our anniversary and often several more times a year with friends. It’s a part of my history so it holds a very special place in my heart and I will always return to the magnificent food service, and people that make the legend that it is.“

“Beautifully plated dishes with balanced, complex flavor profiles.“

“We've been coming to Absinthe for years and the food, service and wine are consistently fantastic. This time we sat in the super comfortable dining area by the bar, and we talked about how comfortable and elegant the restaurant feels. It is not cheap, but we don't go out very often and we know it will always be delicious so it's worth it to us.“

“Attention vegans: I called ahead of time and they were happy to prepare a fully vegan tasting menu! (It was essentially the vegetarian one with modifications.)The service was immaculate, the culinary journey was exquisite, and never once did the staff or experience disappoint.The courses were described, brought out in perfect timing, and presented and plated incredibly.I did not once think I was getting a subpar experience because I got a vegan tasting menu. Everything was crafted with care and obvious passion.You absolutely get what you pay for—and price you pay may be a barrier to entry for some.All in all, this is the perfect anniversary or special occasion spot to take your loved one or special friends.Vegetarian options: Vegetarian tasting menu. Call or email to ensure you are able to request a vegan tasting menu.“

“Was a tad skeptical at first because this restaurant was located in the lobby of the Hyatt and because I sat in the lounge instead of the main dining room, but could not be more impressed. Service was fantastic, atmosphere was incredible with live piano performance, the cocktails were deep, complex, interesting, and innovative, and the food was astounding.Of all things at a French restaurant I chose to have the burger as my main entree and it very well may have actually been the best burger I’ve ever had. Would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone staying at the Hyatt or close by!“

“Have loved this place since it opened and though we live in the south bay, whenever we're in SF, we can always rely on this place because the food is always very fresh and innovative, the service is relaxed and unobtrusive, and the convenience to get back home is a quick 5 minutes to the freeway home and we're back in Los Gatos in 50 minutes after a day in SF. We've tried just about everything on the menu and have never been disappointed.“

“Restaurant La Sarrasine is a French-style restaurant with French menus and dishes.Personally I wanted to taste the country galette and frankly I was not disappointed with a draft beer and a good coffee.The boss speaks French and there is even French music.I recommend it without any worries.“

“Very intimate atmosphere, excellent food and attentive service.“

“One of our most memorable dining experiences ever. The creativity on the presentation and the ingredients were mind blowing. We also tried the wine pairing which was on point with all the dishes, and would definitely recommend to anyone doing the tasting menu. The service also was impeccable, with zero complaints. We will definitely be back when we return to San Francisco.“

“Great food & customer service“

“As an Asian I normally don’t go for sandwiches. This place, however, has hands down the tastiest sandwiches in town. Bread is light, warm and fresh. All the food they offer is of quality. I accidentally stumbled into this cafe when I had some errands downtown and I am glad to have discovered this little gem.“

“Fantastic music and service“

“A bite of Paris in the heart of Downtown SF. Breads are fresh, meats are plenty, and the love in the preparation of the food is felt at each table. The menu was as joy to browse over to see what I will come back to get next. Thank you Chef Michael for the wonderful meal!“

“The FRESHEST French bread. Delicious sardines. Good pours. Great staff. We spent about $100 for two people.The music is loud, but not too loud, really the perfect ambiance for a fun night out.Beware sitting outside after 4pm; it’s gets windy/cold.We have lovely time every time. Highly recommended this wine bar.“

“The food was excellent. The wine was delicious. The service hit just the right note. Great care was taken over gluten-free issues. And all in a wonderful setting. They were busy so we did wait a while for our food and it was a tad noisy, but in no way did this spoil, the evening.“

“Great place for urban sketching!“

“Excellent food. The staff was all very friendly and helpful and the food itself was just perfect. Can’t wait to go back and try more things!“

“Good wine selection and friendly bartenders“

“Best crepes in SF! They do catering too:)“

“Great food and service! Special atmosphere“

“Andrew and Leo never let me down! Once again, the meal and service were excellent! I didn't realize they had happy hour on Saturdays, too, so that was a nice surprise, since we got there early enough to take advantage of that, too, before our delicious dinner. I hadn't ever had the Aquitaine Royale before -- yum! The cauliflower "beignets" were the best ever. My polenta with mushrooms were the perfect blend and texture, and my friend loved the steak frites with polenta fries substituted for the usual frites. Even as a non-steak eater, I could see that the steak was done right. And she was very happy with her meal, which was what mattered to me.“

“We opted for the Restaurant Week menu. We tried the beef tartare, both entrees of the fish and pork chop (shared) and both desserts. The food was delicious, the portions huge, and the service was great (quick and attentive). We would definitely go again.“

“The interior is surprisingly very spacious. Menu has a great variety of items but I decided on the salmon avocado toast & standard latte for breakfast. Both were great & the sandwich ingredients tasted fresh. Great for people watching as you enjoy your morning drink.“

“Wonderful experience!!!!!!! We were there in November!! Can’t wait till we can go back!!!!!“

“This was a truly wonderful and exceptional experience. My husband and I could not have asked for a better birthday celebration. The staff was so warm and welcoming and attentive and the food and wine was, of course, incredible. It was a one-of-a-kind evening that we’ll cherish.“

“Food was excellent, especially the filet mignon and seafood pasta. Service was quick and friendly as well!“

“I absolutely love their crepes! Especially their buckwheat gluten free options!“

“Nice people and good food~^^“

“What an incredible find! By all rights this should be a Michelin 1 star restaurant. Funky, vegetable forward and friendly like AL's Place (RIP) or Cafe Olli in Portland. The cocktails were dialed-in and delicious - nothing too sweet. The dishes were symphonies of both known and surprising flavors. Was that pickled cucumber noodles under the crab salad? I don't know, but I know it was delicious! Is that fish sauce in the beef tartare? Yes or no, it's incredible!The criticism I see online of this place is that the dishes are small - they aren't, for the quality. We were more than full with four dishes between two people, which in a regular restaurant would be 2 apps and 2 entrees. That's entirely reasonable! MY only criticism is that I wish there were more dishes served heated. The Fregola was so comforting - it needs some friends!If you have a last-minute date night, this is on a very short list of excellent options. Don't miss it!“

“Can't wait to go back! We went during SF restaurant week. We did the 4 course tasting menu with the wine pairing and it was so delicious. My friend tried different plates and I got to try some of his dishes too. Highlights Buttermilk fried Chicken, Dungeness crab toast, salmon, prime rib (+7 and worth it) and the Meyer lemon posset. Service was great. I love the restaurant space, you're not on top of other tables like some places.“

“What a pleasure to be able to take a tasty break in this place! There we met two extremely kind and attentive employees with whom I was able to talk about their country and who showed very delicate attention to us! in addition to very good quality products, we were able to appreciate an extraordinary sense of hospitality! Well done ! We will come back with great pleasure!Kid-friendliness: yes obviously with excellent products“

“One of my favorite restaurants! Best hangar steak I've ever had anywhere! This is the 5th time I've eaten at Isa's, and everything both my friends and I have ordered has been great. Vegetables are uniformly wonderful; the bread is perfectly warm and toasted with just the right amount of butter, every time!. Everything is fresh! Service is attentive and unobtrusive. quiet front room, lovely back patio.“

“Excellent food. The staff was all very friendly and helpful and the food itself was just perfect. Can’t wait to go back and try more things!“

“Lors de notre séjour à San Francisco nous avons découvert Le Marais Bakery. Nous avons ADORÉ, la nourriture est délicieuse et le service vraiment très chaleureux et très professionnel. L’équipe est souriante et au petit soin. N’hésitez pas à vous arrêter pour déguster les délicieuses viennoiseries et/ou les autres plats proposés, vous ne serez pas déçu(e)s!!“

“I used to love grégoire. The food has gone downhill though. It’s the kind of place that I’ll go once a year and like it less and less. The puffs are great, but they discontinued the sauce I liked:( anyway, give it a try and see for yourself.“

“Finally made the visit the other day & the treats did not disappoint! store front is small & is just a checkout counter with the menu, no where to sit if you had that in mind. staff was kind & quick. rose is sweet & floral flavor fluffy light chocolate flavor not overpowering strawberry is sweet & tangy, flavorful favorite caramel is perfect for caramel lovers brownie hit the spot & cannel was good“

“Delish food, good drinks, friendly & great customer service. Reasonably priced“

“What an intimate special dinning experience !“

“I’ve died at Perle now about four times. Chef Rob Lam and staff do a great job. I took some photos and wrote about my August 2023 visit on @TalesoftheCork. Highly recommend, and will return.“

“I had the Kusama+ lunch package.It's one appetizer and one main dish.Very good deal if you have SFMOMA membership.We also ordered cocktails and tried their dessert, & everything is wonderful.Love the Maitre d.She's amazing , super observant & kind.Love all the staff here, the bartender gave us another bubble when we are taking some Instagram photos and the first bubble popped and gone for the beautiful salmon appetizer. ( Maitre d noticed that and offer another bubble❤️??)It's packed when we were there at noon time so better make reservations.“

“I stopped by on a Monday afternoon, and was the only customer in the store. I love that they charge $5.50 for a chicken banh mi. It seems like all the other banh mi places in the Bay Area charge outrageously for $10+, and this is one of the last few decently-priced banh mi places. The ladies working here are really nice old ladies. They even asked me if I want jalapeño in my sandwich, and left me alone to eat in peace when I sat at one of the tables enjoying my fresh and crispy banh mi sandwich.“