French Restaurants in San Francisco, CA

“Sublime French cuisine in an awesome location. Great “secret” spot in SF.“

“Exceptional fine dining experience! Attentive knowledgeable owner, chef, and staff. Amazing cocktails and well prepared French food.“

“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!“

“fantastic little restaurant - excellent wine list and great beef bourgogne“

“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.?“

“Delicious and exquisite meal. We are very supportive of vegetarians, vegans and gluten-free diets and we are very grateful for that. The attentive staff made the experience even better. This was the most interesting and creative meal I have ever had in my life. Highly recommended.“

“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“

“Great burgers, delicious desserts, and awesome staff!“

“Excellent place for lunch or dinner. The first time I entered a few days ago as a surprise because I didn't know the place and I got carried away by my curiosity. Today again I came out more than happy.The relationship between price and quality of food and service is perfect. The people who work deserve all the respect and recognition. Fresh and very good quality ingredients, treated with respect and head. The burgers, especially, are spectacular. Competent and very attentive service.In a word: absolutely recommended site.Also, a detail: the entire place is open and visible to customers. Always a very good sign and a lot of confidence, when there is nothing to hide. Congratulations!“

“One of my favorite spots in the city!! Love it so much that whenever a friend comes to town, I take them here. The happy hour special is amazing! The staff is always super kind, attentive, and accommodating.

I ordered the mistro salad, penne with chicken, and upgraded to banana bread pudding for dessert. The salad is very well balanced and the dressing to lettuce ratio is perfect. I generally order the penne with chicken - but I’ve tried the ravioli, chicken Marsala, and black pepper fettuccini. Of course they have fresh parm to top it off! The banana bread pudding is the best I’ve ever had - it’s slightly crispy on the outside, has nuts, and a lot of wonderful caramelization. All of it is great!! :)“

“We recently held a 16-person birthday dinner here, and the experience was flawless. Julie, Oriana, and the entire team were incredibly warm and attentive, making sure every guest felt taken care of. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was delightful, and the pricing was very reasonable for such a high-quality experience.
I have eaten at the restaurant many times, but this was the first time with a larger group. We feel so lucky to have this gem in the neighborhood.“

“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:)“

“My wife always asking me to take her to eat special French food especially on holiday. The restaurant feel quite exclusive and atmosphere because it is like trying to get concert ticket. They make you standing outside for quite a long time. My wife find out I pay a lot of US dollar for the small food. Taste is ok. Wine very good. She stop asking me to take her to French food now.“

“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!!“

“Exceptional dining experience at Quince for dinner. The food is beautiful & delicious. We were surprised by chicken on the menu but it was the best we’ve ever had. The white asparagus & crab dish was another favorite. Details were perfect, service on point, each glass, knife, and plate carefully curated. The design & florals were lovely. The wine pairing was exceptional and the NA pairing was the best I’ve had anywhere. Highly recommend!“

“De bonne qualité pour un restaurant français à SF. Des deux convives, le Français que je suis peut en parler. Bonne qualité des plats, quantité suffisante, pas toujours présentés comme en France mais peut-être pour s'adapter aux consommateurs locaux (par exemple, escargots servis sans coquille, mais le goût est le bon). Grand choix de vin à la carte et sur présentoirs mais chers. L'atmosphère est agréable, en niches, jolie décoration. Le chef et propriétaire que nous avons juste croisé est un peu « raide », il ne vient pas discuter quelques minutes pour voir si tout va bien, s'enquérir des avis. Nous avons confirmé que c'était le chef en demandant au serveur. Le service était excellent, très souriant et adapté au rythme de la table (pas tout en 20 mn comme parfois !). Donc à recommander avec quelques bémols. Au moins, c'est français et le rapport qualité prix reste abordable. J'y retournerai volontiers.“

“The view is comfortable and the dishes are exquisite. It is highly recommended.“

“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!“

“Brioche French Toast,My Favorite super delicious!“

“great service and great food!!“

“We arrived 30 minutes prior to our reservation. Stefan greeted us so kindly and we were seated at a table 10 minutes later. The oysters, burger, salad, fries and wine were all delicious. Nice, casual and friendly atmosphere. The waitstaff and Stefan were so attentive. Glad we chose Choquet!“

“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.“

“Zuni has always been my favorite go to restaurant.  Yesterday‘s lunch was sadly a poor experience. Our waiter was apathetic. The service was unbelievably slow and sloppy and the food didn't live up to its normal standards. I'm really sorry to report this because I love it there. It was super disappointing. I hope it was just a one off experience“

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

“It's always a great experience. I highly recommend it.“

“An amazing selection of culinary experiences with fantastic food and libations, and better service. A San Fran must!“

“We visit ISA several times a year, and we’ve always been delighted with the food and service. Their classic dishes are a welcome relief from other restaurants attempts to be unique but failing the good taste test.“

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

“If you can get a table in this place, you are a very lucky person because all the dishes are fantastic.
You can still hope for a table on the sidewalk if the weather is clement.
All pastries and savory dishes are of the highest quality and the highest level. You cannot go wrong here!!!
Of course, the price is correlated to the quality but it is all worth it!“

“An exceptional dining experience“

“Excellent place! Everything we tried was outstanding.
Amy was exceptional — a true professional, warm and welcoming, and she made us feel right at home.
We enjoyed the gnocchi, the green salad, the black cod, and the soup of the day, and every dish was wonderful.
The wine list is also excellent. We will definitely be back!“

“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“

“The bakery here is at the elevated level of beauty, aroma, and taste. People said that good bakery can look like jewelry boxes. I am not fond of jewelry, but I of course love bakery! The marcipan, almond paste, and meringe in each piece of the pastry is rich and aromatic. The price point is reasonable compared with the quality. I now would love to try all other items as well. Worth stopping by to make your weekend more special.“

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

“Great place. Very peaceful“

“Amelie San Francisco is a charming and intimate wine bar that perfectly captures a cozy, relaxed San Francisco vibe. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, with dim lighting and a welcoming energy that makes it ideal for both date nights and casual hangouts.
The wine selection is thoughtfully curated, offering a great mix of familiar favorites and interesting discoveries. The staff are knowledgeable and happy to make recommendations based on your taste, which really enhances the experience.
Small plates pair beautifully with the drinks and are simple yet flavorful, making it easy to settle in for a long, enjoyable evening. Service is friendly, attentive, and never rushed.
Overall, it’s a lovely neighborhood gem that consistently delivers a great experience—definitely worth visiting again and again.“

“I had a glass of wine, olives, and a savory gluten-free crepe for an early dinner. Loved everything! Great place for introverts who want to read since the waitstaff/owner doesn’t bother you every few minutes. A French-speaking customer ordered food to take home so this place must be authentic. Give it a try!“

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

“Good wine selection and friendly bartenders“

“What an intimate special dinning experience !“

“Great place for urban sketching!“

“TLDR: cute cozy spot with seating on a busy corridor, nice decor and relatively inexpensive for SF downtown

Stopped by this cute spot and got an iced coffee for $4, cheap by SF standards near downtown. Looking up and seeing the nice artwork and murals, as well as the old school chandelier shows some character in this establishment. Love these old school places that exist less and less these day“

“Service, atmosphere and cuisine are impeccable. Doesn’t look like much on the outside but it’s exquisite once you’re in. We celebrated our anniversary there and it did not disappoint. Live the shiitake and lobster dish, and the sea break sashimi too. All the food and drinks were great!“

“They all always seem so happy to be there! Best service and great neighborhood!!!! And they LOVE THE DOGS 💗🐶💗“

“We had the five course tasting menu each and the food was really delicious and very cool to sample so many different things. 20% tip is compulsory (+7% extra fee for something else?) which is potentially why the servers were a bit intimidating and didn't feel the need to be friendly... They mumbled through telling us what each dish was so we couldn't actually hear what a lot of it was, especially as they weren't looking at us when talking to us. Service was super quick however, and they were very prompt with filling up waters. They then asked to tip on top of the included 20%, when all they had done throughout the meal was glare at us as if we were an inconvenience! Also, and this is extremely minor but I ordered steak and a dessert, and both times the server assumed they were for my boyfriend and we had to awkwardly swap (he just had some fruit for dessert).“

“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.“