French Restaurants near Universal City, CA

“I'm not giving 5 star bc of the food. Its good enough, yes its overpriced. - Yes, they run out of things often. However, if you need a coffee and don't want to brave Starbucks, this is a great stop. Everytime we've been in here the line is short and there is available indoor seating. Its kind of our secret take-a-break spot. The staff has always been kind.“

“Excellents croissant français.“

“I had breakfast and my friend had lunch. I ordered a la carte a pancake, egg and bacon. The egg was not cooked the way I liked it (even after I was specific with my order) and by the time I was bought another I was over it. The bacon was made properly so it was good along with the pancake however, the syrup had a strange taste. Overall, I was displeased as my food was cold and we all know breakfast food is better nice and hot. My friend had the BLT and that was actually very good (I did taste it) so I recommend the it. Though he was nice, I could tell my server was overwhelmed as it was hard to get his attention when needed. Though it was decent, there are things that need to be improved. Also, this place isn't very big so make a reservation as walking in could possibly have you waiting a long time for a table or put you at the bar.“

“Amazing place!! Do yourself a favor and go! Make it“

“En Petit Trois, la cocina habla por sí sola. Tanto la hamburguesa como el pescado destacan por una técnica precisa y una ejecución impecable, donde cada elemento está en perfecto equilibrio; dos platillos memorables, difíciles de jerarquizar. Aunque no fue posible degustar la coctelería debido a la política de requerir pasaporte físico para el servicio de alcohol, la propuesta gastronómica se sostiene con absoluta solidez. Una experiencia sobria, bien lograda y digna de repetirse.“

“En Petit Trois, la cocina habla por sí sola. Tanto la hamburguesa como el pescado destacan por una técnica precisa y una ejecución impecable, donde cada elemento está en perfecto equilibrio; dos platillos memorables, difíciles de jerarquizar. Aunque no fue posible degustar la coctelería debido a la política de requerir pasaporte físico para el servicio de alcohol, la propuesta gastronómica se sostiene con absoluta solidez. Una experiencia sobria, bien lograda y digna de repetirse.“

“Great high quality food and service“

“I have had many souffle in my life , I personally travel around the world trying the best of the best souffle . This far is the best I have ever had !“

“Excellent food and service. Thank you!“

“$55 Three course meal select from 4 each Appetizer, main course and dessert. Great service, delicious 😋 food!“

“We had such a great experience at Coucou! The atmosphere was warm and inviting and the staff made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. We loved everything we ordered, and the Zucchini Beignets were particularly amazing!! You can tell a lot of care goes into both the food and the overall dining experience. I’ll definitely be returning!!“

“You have to go to l'Appart by Air Food to experience a delicious French bistrot ambiance. The ambiance outside is very friendly, covid-safe and cosy. The dishes are beyond delicious. Yesterday I had the Plat du Jour with delicious scallops and home made very tasty mash potato puree. The plate are so beautifully presented - it is a pleasure to look. The desserts were delicious as well. There is a shade that separates the table from the streets for privacy. Free parking in the corner street. Brigitte the waitress is very welcoming and the owner / chef are beyond nice. An address to discover !“

“MY GOD!! I wish i could fully describe our experience here! We went for my partners 30th birthday l. The staff were beyond hospitable. If you’re looking for a restaurant where the atmosphere is amazing. Food is 10/10 but the servers really treat you like you are in their home this is the place. I wish I could rate them more stars. Plus they sent us home with some fresh fruit from their trees.“

“Coffee is better than Starbucks. Variety choices of desserts was fun“

“The appetizers were great, escargot was the star of the day. Love the garlic parsley butter sauce that came with it.

Entrees were decent. Had the 1/2 roasted chicken which was amazing. The filet mignon was pretty moyen (mid). We paid an extra $5 upgrade for truffle fries, but they were really soggy and underseasoned. Recommend heavily salting the steak and fries before you eat.

The bread basket was bad. Expected fresh bread, but they were really crusty and burnt. Dissapointing for a french bistrot.

Overall, the environment was a 5/5 but as a foodie, I can only give the food at most a 3/5.“

“Went on mother's day.

No wait, promptly seated.
Food was very taseful and delicious, appetizer, main course and deserts. Steak was cooked perfectly.

Would definitely come back to try the lamb and chicken.“

“Great service, fantastic food and presentation. Great live music. Was a great experience!“

“We got lucky and able to quickly get a table with no reservations. Loupiotte has been in our list so we were excited to try the food. The portions were bigger than we expected so definitely left full. The tuna salad sandwich was really good since it wasn’t watery. We loved the French onion soup since it had a light and clean broth taste. Want to go back and try their other dishes!“

“Restaurant is beautifully designed. I loved the breakfast table setting. Genuine friendly greeting and service from Kevin was outstanding. My Croque Madame was delicious. Thank you chefs. Great job everyone.“

“Lovely food, charming interior. We had carpaccio, lobster bisque, crispy duck, and potato crusted salmon. The dishes were all prepared very well. The fresh bread was quite good, served with harissa, etc. We very much enjoyed the nut tart served with vanilla sauce and very nice hazelnut gelato. Can’t wait to go again.“

“I had Japanese breakfast w/ miso black cod, it was tasty.“

“Excelente food with unbelievable service“

“We loved this place; delish food, great location and lovely Parisian vibe!“

“The restaurant is very small, so expect cramped quarters and small tables. It’s very loud inside.
The staff are great and check on you periodically. The food was excellent. We ordered French onion soup, leeks for appetizer and a baguette. Our mains were roast duck and mushroom pasta. The pavlova dessert was disappointing. The meringue should be a little softer inside.“

“Absolutely loved Chez Mia, came here for a girls night and had the best time. The vibes were great — warm, welcoming, and full of energy. The food was delicious— every dish was flavorful and beautifully presented. The staff were so attentive and friendly, making sure we had everything we needed. You can tell they care about creating a great experience for their guests. Highly recommend this spot — can’t wait to come back!“

“I love Simonette. The patio is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy a cocktail and breakfast, lunch, or brunch. I’ve been there twice now and I can highly recommend the burger on the menu - the fried egg on top completes it! And the mussels in the light cream sauce are wonderful - especially with fries. A friend of mine ordered the fried Bronzino - the complete fish including the head - and she said it was delicious. There are great cocktails available and several wines and Prosecco available by the glass. The onsite valet parking is a bit steep, but there are many nearby options for parking in downtown Culver City if you don’t mind walking a few blocks.“

“Ryan is amazing!!! We had such a great experience here in December that we made it a point to come back on this trip — and Ryan made it absolutely worth it. The moment we sat down, he remembered us, remembered my son’s favorite drink, and treated us like we were regulars. That kind of genuine hospitality is rare, and it made the whole evening feel special.

The food was just as amazing as we remembered — flavorful, well‑seasoned, and clearly prepared with care. Back in December we had breakfast and dinner here twice, and the consistency is what brought us right back the moment we arrived in town. Dinner tonight did not disappoint.

If you’re in the downtown LA area, this spot is a must. Great food, great atmosphere, and service that truly stands out. We’ll be back every time we’re in town.“

“Amazing champagne and caviar tasting. Great experience!“

“The Little Door offers a truly unforgettable experience. The atmosphere is beautiful, the food is excellent, and the service is impeccable. Watching an artist create a painting live while we enjoyed dinner made the evening truly unique and unlike any other restaurant experience. Highly recommended.“

“Everything was excellent from start to finish. The service was outstanding, the attention to detail was impressive, and the overall experience exceeded my expectations. I would definitely recommend it and look forward to coming back. Thank you for a wonderful experience!“

“Since they have introduced VEGAN soups, the delite of this has brought in many others besideS myself MORE OFTEN! They started a few weeks ago with a potato porage type soup which was so delicious, we had hard time not ordering more...the second vegan soup was one with garbanzo beans with other really delicious quality CONTENTS & taste. "PLEASE KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK"...Great Now!!!!“

“The chef's restaurant is upscale but cozy, with only 5 tables, all across from the open air kitchen. The chef and waiter collaborate to serve you each dish, telling you the ingredients that go into each dish... like little stories. Such a special experience!“

“Totally unexpected find in generally sleepy Montrose! Delighted we found Backbone after living here for 15 years and missing having an elevated meal close by. We shared one appetizer (corn agnolotti) and two entrees (NY strip and ribeye, tai snapper) and all of the food was delicious. The corn agnolotti was al dente and a mix of sweet (corn) and buttery and lemony (sauce). Both the steak and ribeye were tender and flavorful, and the snapper was moist and served with a delightful charred kale. Ask for bread to sop up the agnolotti sauce! Staff was friendly and helpful, we really enjoyed our meal!“

“Our favorite place to eat in the area. Not only a little piece of France, but truly delicious and authentic food. Prices are reasonable too.“

“Excellente cuisine et personnel sympathique!“

“Everything so delicious, and owners so nice“

“The food was great. The owner is very friendly & pleasant to talk with 😄😘😘“

“Very good outdoor customer service!“

“Welcoming and attentive service... delicious breakfast omelets... beautiful ambiance“

“Wonderful atmosphere! My favorite place for breakfast. Staff are amazing and so friendly. They make you feel right at home!“

“I got the breakfast sandwich with bacon and a chocolate and banana croissant, they were both delicious and I can’t wait to go back again. Owners were very friendly and provided a great atmosphere. Will definitely be a new go to spot in Honolulu.“

“My third time there, brought a group this time. They throughly enjoyed themselves!
The atmosphere, the student workers & loved the selection of foods. We shared tasting and raved about the tastes, preparation, presentation and creative mixing. What a fabulous place to dine!!“

“I picked up a pack of 18 wings for a potluck and they were huge hit with the group! Half lemon pepper and half garlic parm. The wings were juicy and the flavors were great. I also like how the order came with sauce and veggie sticks included. I'll definitely be ordering wings from here again.“

“Very good food, authentic French tacos !“

“friendly atmosphere and great service my water cup it was never empty, food very well made fresh 😋 on point, nice and clean well maintained , definitely worth and delicious. will come back“

“Great food and excellent service“

“The chicken liver toast was great. Only two bites per order.
Note: Portion sizes are small.

Everyone else got three slices for their peckin duck, and we only got two, that felt odd. And not big slices either. Definitely sus.

Their weakness is the dessert menu. It was too easy to skip.

Overall it was good, quite pricy, but you won’t experience this menu elsewhere and I appreciate that.“

“Accueillant et branché. On y mange et boit très bien.“

“I attended the Harvard Extended event at The Culver Hotel and had a great time!“