French Restaurants near Berkeley, CA

“The food is scrumptious, fast service & glorious sunshine as we basked enjoying the fried chicken sandwiches with spicy slaw Beyond yummy !“

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

“So beautiful. So delicious. All the pastries look like works of art. I personally love the Horseshoe and Jalousie pastry. It’s not too sweet, wonderfully flaky, and very flavorful. The coffee is authentically strong which I really enjoy. The staff is welcoming and friendly. I truly enjoyed visiting and can’t wait to come back!!“

“Nice people and good food~^^“

“The food inside is delicious and healthy portions. The service here is great too!“

“Food is great ! Service is so so . They did forget a dish and were a bit slow even after the happy hour rush ended . They brought the bill before asking whether we wanted dessert ( we did ) this time and the last time we came . Still I’d go back as the food is too good!“

“Julia’s Restaurant was a beautiful dining experience with an elegant setting and a relaxed feel. I really enjoyed the French-inspired dishes, especially the thoughtful use of fresh local ingredients. The attentive service and historic Berkeley City Club atmosphere made the meal feel genuinely special.“

“The chicken and waffles here are impossibly delicious. Seriously the best I’ve had. There’s so much depth and nuance in the flavor, the waffle is delicate and sophisticated, and the fried chicken has a great batter, juiciness, and crunch“

“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.?“

“Constantly changing 4-course menu with a few supplements. Menu is driven by seasonal market ingredients. It's a fun time and everything is overall tasty - don't expect the precision of a multi-starred Michelin restaurant, because that's not what they're trying to be. Wine list is natural and BTG options are limited to whatever they're pouring for the pairing that evening. Space has lots of energy. Service is friendly and reasonably efficient.“

“Had an absolutely incredible meal here! I started with the baguette bread appetizer, which was fresh, warm, and the perfect way to kick things off. For the main, the oxtail was outstanding—so rich, tender, and packed with flavor. Finished everything off with the chocolate mousse, which was perfectly velvety and decadent. Excellent food, great atmosphere, and wonderful service. I will definitely be back!“

“Excellent services the hard beer 🍺 is good and the margarita“

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

“Really good food, very reasonably priced, with outstanding views if you sit on the patio. The waitstaff is outstanding!“

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

“Quince is an absolute gem; not only is the quality of service and food impeccable; but this restaurant is also not pretentious, warm, friendly, and family-oriented; a juxtaposition hard to find in the Michelin star industry. They have accommodated me on short notice twice. This has truly earned its 3 star rating. Notable mention to Jared“

“Absolutely loved dinner at Heirloom Cafe in the Mission. One of those rare San Francisco spots that still feels deeply personal, warm, and genuinely neighborhood-driven. The atmosphere is intimate and understated, but the food and wine program are world class.

The burger is still one of the best in SF. Rich, perfectly cooked, layered with incredible flavor, and somehow even better paired with a bold red from their beautifully curated wine list. The staff clearly knows wine and actually cares about helping you find the right pairing instead of just pushing expensive bottles. We ended up with an amazing Hungarian recommendation that elevated the entire meal. The desert wine and champagne even slap.

Huge credit to Wisconsin born Josh DeClercq and the team in the kitchen for keeping the food simple, seasonal, and dialed. You can feel the consistency and attention to detail in every dish. The whole place has that timeless California French bistro energy that’s getting harder and harder to find in San Francisco.

If you want a real SF dinner experience with exceptional wine, incredible hospitality, and food that feels thoughtful without trying too hard, this place is special. Perfect date night spot. We’ll absolutely be back.“

“I love stopping by on my way to work. I’m always there around 8am and the pastries are still warm! It’s a lovely atmosphere, with friendly employees, and delicious pastries and coffee. It’s normally around $12 for a pastry and latte. What more could you want?“

“An exceptional dining experience“

“The warmth and welcome from the staff was the absolute best thing I remember from our stay here. It has clearly set the bar for every where else. Of course the surrounding is splendid and well appointed but long after your stay the experience provided by the remains“

“Brioche French Toast,My Favorite super delicious!“

“We visited Alameda in April to attend a celebration of life for a family member that we lost suddenly. Our family was in town from all over the country, and we found Cafe Jolie Petit near our hotel. They took such great care of us, fed us meals on three or four consecutive days, and we could not have asked for better service or food during an emotional time. Pastries (Koiugn Amann!), Monte Cristo, and the coffee bar were our favorites, but everything we had was delicious. We hope to be back for happier circumstances at some point, and definitely will return!“

“Love this place. It’s always good and fresh. The Nutella/ strawberry 🥐 croissant is yummm, a must have.“

“The service, neighborhood, community integration with current events reflected in their menu. Today I experienced a fusion of Italian Heritage Culture thru food in their special event menu as we watched the parade at a curbside table.“

“If I'm in San Francisco, it's a mandatory stop for me for an evening or late-night bite!“

“Wow our family came here on a weekday for brunch. We happened to be just passing by and happened upon this place. The tables were already reserved so we got seated outside. The server and employees were wonderful! When the sun started to shine in our face, they helped set up the parasols to help with the glare.
The food was amazing!! Everything was just perfect and the portion sizes were nice. I didn't feel overstuffed. The ambiance, interior design and music were nice. Will definitely highly recommend and will be back!“

“Been going here for over 30 years, nice Quiet and great food“

“Great place. Very peaceful“

“We had a lovely, quick coffee before heading to a matinee at Orpheum. The cappuchino was so good! I got avocado toast which was good but I would’ve preferred smashed avocado because the slices kept falling off the bread. It went everywhere. It was tasty though 😊“

“Delicious food and awesome service 😊“

“There is a reason they sell out early everyday! Really delicious grilled pork, chicken or combo bahn mi. The fresh baguette is my favorite part. There is something about it that makes the sandwich taste even better than other places.

Great value. $6 per bahn mi. If you buy 4 sandwiches, you get a $2 discount. My favorite bahn mis!“

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

“Great food and service! Special atmosphere“

“The ingredients are very fresh, the restaurant atmosphere is very good, the service attitude of the staff is also very good, and I had a great time eating“

“One of the best restaurants in San Francisco and beyond. The food is outstanding, and the personal attention from the staff and chef is top-notch. This was our second visit, and we had the Summer Seven-Course Tasting Menu, which was amazing from start to finish. Highly recommended for anyone looking for an exceptional dining 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.“

“Everything about our brunch was wonderful! The staff, especially our server Elijio was great. He gave us great recommendations and is a professional when it comes to taking photographs and making us feel special. We would totally recommend this restaurant to everyone to make your special day even more special.“