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!“

“Nice people and good food~^^“

“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!“

“We were in the area visiting relatives and it was our anniversary, so we wanted to find somewhere nice, and the reviews were right. It's a beautiful building, the service by Tony, our waiter, was wonderful, and the food was delicious. I started with the Escarole Salad, which had apples, grapes and more, it was a nice start. My wife had the shrimp cocktail, which came with 8 shrimp (she loved it). My entree was the Rack of Lamb, with 2 double-chops, sauteed kale and navy beans. It was very good, albeit a little more well-done than I prefer. My wife had the Caprese Pappardelle Pasta, which was delicious. And we finished with the poached pear dessert (which came with a candle for our anniversary). The prices were very reasonable for the quality.“

“Cafe Parisien in Berkeley (Shattuck) is sensational. The pastries are amazing, so fresh and gorgeous; the service is spectacular, the price of these delicious pastries and sandwiches is phenomenal. It's my new favorite cafe! (I think the chocolate croissant is my current favorite, but the almond croissant runs a pretty close second!)“

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

“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“

“Mijote was an interesting, hip, involved dinner on a bustling Thursday. Reservations were definitely required (glad we had one) but we did still have to wait a bit before being seated. Service throughout was solid, a mix of dedicated servers, folks behind the food bar, and other staff mixing in and out. The dishes overall were definitely quality, but ultimately failed to spark too much engagement from me. The bread was frankly burnt, the duck was heavy, and the fish not as exciting as I expected. I came away from Mijote feeling like I've had a similar meal at many similar upscale restaurants in the US. Not a huge negative, but something to keep in mind as you compete for a reservation. Wine pairing was great though!“

“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.?“

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

“Came here for dinner on a Saturday evening with a very close friend.
We were warmly greeted by the very attentive staff. This family-operated restaurant has a very warm ambiance, conducive to conversation and fine dining.
Christie, the host, made us feel very welcome and comfortable throughout the evening. She patiently reviewed the menu, without rushing us to a decision.
For appetizers, we had the Escargot, the Liver Mousse, and the French Onion Tart, all expertly prepared with renowned Chef Bruno's innovative takes on these classics.
Our entrees were the expertly-prepared braised Oxtail signature dish, and the Sea Bass, the daily special also meticulously cooked to perfection.
We finished our great dining experience with delicious Chocolate Mousse and Creme Brulee.
Overall, this was a complete and perfect dining experience! Will definitely return, and will also highly recommend to friends and colleagues.“

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

“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:)“

“An exceptional experience that we truly relished. We were very impressed not only with the food but the wine pairings for the California wine selection. Nice light show at the Transamerica building as we left (not courtesy of Quince of course). Only frustration: Our reservation confirmation (receipt) with paid deposit did not include even a simple list of what we paid for (i.e. 2x gastronomy & 1 California wine pairing). I called Quince to confirm our choices, and asked on the call for an emailed confirmation of our selection and was told that we would receive one.“

“Good food and great service! Makes SF even more wonderful💕🍾🥂👏👍😎“

“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!“

“Brioche French Toast,My Favorite super delicious!“

“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.“

“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.“

“Yum! A colleague brought in a selection of pastries from Maison Nico, and everything we tried was delicious. The croissant was especially good, flaky, buttery, and perfectly baked, and the bread was just as impressive. Overall, a great spot for high quality pastries, and definitely one I would go back to.“

“An exceptional dining experience“

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

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

“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“

“Great place. Very peaceful“

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

“Really yummy food and coffee. The place is on the smaller side and sometimes the area outside of the place is kind of sketch, but the inside is unique the and food shocked us with how great it was. It's worth checking out if you are in the area.“

“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!“

“I read about this spot and thought I give it a try. I had ordered popcorn chicken(great portion) two sandwiches( combo and chicken) I must admit, they know what they’re doing. Besides my usual place I would go to for Vietnamese sandwiches. I can say, this place is a MUST TRY!“

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

“Great food and service! Special atmosphere“

“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 opportunity to experience the 8 course meal. Absolutely amazing! Everything brought to our table was outstanding. The staff was well trained and knowledgeable. All enjoyed in a cozy unique setting that enhanced the evening. Chef Greg is top notch!!“

“Bombay Brasserie is a great upscale Indian spot. The ambiance and atmosphere is very chic Indian and it has a very friendly and attentive service staff. The dishes on the menu are very unique and there are several fusion dishes too. The desserts are absolutely stunning and a treat to your taste buds. They also brought out a small birthday plate with chocolate cake pieces to celebrate a birthday in the party. They also provide a complimentary bread and papadum basket. I recommend making a reservation with them before visiting.“