French Restaurants near Cliffside Park, NJ

“What a joke, serving fresh bread in a single paper bag , without wrap or plastic protection. So sad...I believe service was left home.“

“Classy place, very friendly staff, starting with the nice hostess. Got a booth in the back. Ordered black label and regular burgers, bone marrow, French onion soup. Had a great server who told us fries were cooked with refined peanut oil since a guest had a peanut allergy. Refilled waters and drinks and checked on us a few times. Oysters are amazing, not a single bad one and no grit either, so shout out to the shuckers. One of my favorite places in the city, can’t wait to go back.“

“Blown away by interior design, topped with finger-licking food, friendly service, and such a well crafted drinks!“

“Great late lunch on a nice spring day. Moules Frites were excellent“

“Went for brunch. Good food but not great, pricey, with slightly over salted ham in the Croque Madame for my liking. We had a reservation for 4 but that changed to 6. They really couldn't accommodate that change, but it was last minute so I don't hold that against them. Very busy place with lots of energy.“

“Food and service spectacular. Beautiful room.“

“My husband and I had the best night at Daniel! Our server Caesar made our anniversary so special with a kitchen tour. Everything was exceptional and Caesar made the night unforgettable!!!“

“Had to swing by the new Boucherie and see what this new addition was bringing to the Chicago scene. My visit on a Sunday at 7:30pm was way different than my visit on a Thursday night at 8:30pm. Sunday was calm, spacious with a very moderate noise level but Thursday night was oddly the complete opposite - it was loud, busy and had much less space! 😂 I’d definitely say be cognizant of that when you go; the vibes can vary. The drinks were good - my favorite was “La vie en rose” and the French martini was tasty as well. Loved the escargots and the garlic butter sauce they were drowned in! I also had the saumon roti and that choron sauce on top was delish! I wasn’t a fan of the Paris-Brest for dessert, but the crème brûlée was good! The interior is so beautiful! 😍 Stop by for a visit and see how you like this new Chicago restaurant! Ask for Manuel to be your waiter - he was the best!!!“

“Accueil est cordial, le personnel professionnel , la nourriture est très bonne. Un petit coin de Provence à New York. Ambiance sympa 👍🏻“

“Great!“

“Friendly staff, we were not rushed and were made to feel welcome. A perfect spot to pass an hour in a soggy day! (Though skip the Apple tart for dessert - super soggy)“

“Very chic city atmosphere with a beautiful bar & dining area indoors. The food and service was outstanding.“

“My steak was delicious. It’s a great late night place with a cool vibe.“

“A very fancy and romantic restaurant.“

“I had a wonderful dinner at Levant! Every dish was perfectly prepared and full of flavor. The cocktails were fantastic as well. The staff were genuinely friendly and welcoming, and the service was fast and attentive. You can really feel the warmth and hospitality here — I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“This restaurant blew me away, which I was not expecting. Everything about it was magnificent. Plus top end food and service without any stuffiness. Plus they had a wonderful restaurant week menu on top of a legitimate strawberry shortcake. Will definitely go again and take friends. What a place!“

“Delicious 3 course lunch. The calypso cocktail was smooth and strong. Scallops were large large and perfectly cooked came with a delicious butternut squash sauce favorite part of the meal. The octopus also came with the sauce. The steelhead trout had a super crispy skin with a beautiful flake to the fish.“

“La Cafette is the best!!!“

“New York is one of the world's great cities, a global center for media, entertainment, arts, fashion, research, finance and trade. This busy, modern city is the fourth largest metropolitan area in the world and the most populous city in the United States.“

“We had Christmas Eve dinner here and it was a wonderful experience! There was a partial view of the tree from our seat but it was still very special. The dining room isn’t super large and feels cozy and festive. It wasnt too noisy either. Service was great, very professional. There was a moment when they cleared crumbs off the table and accidentally brushed some onto my dads lap😅

The food was wonderful! The flavors were delicious and filled us up. I read other reviews that the portions were small but I wouldn’t agree. Only the lobster was “small” as the serving was only half a lobster. I had the Dover sole and got very full. The starter burrata pasta was so delicious I almost wished it was my main!“

“Essential by Christophe, was an exsperience of simplicity meets elegance and delicasy. Front of house staff were fast, aware and effective. You could feel seen and taken Care of without being overlooked. Asking tricky questions regarding the food or technices used in the kitchen was no problem for the staff to answer. This was especially true when it came to our host Michael. The dinning room was nicely designed, in a Way that give you room for yourself. But you could still hear and feel the joy of the other guests around you when they enjoyed their food. The food, was perfect. Im not a poet but it felt like a love letter to cooking. I Got invested in to every single component on the dishes. You also got the feeling that chef Christophe loves the ocean, with 2 of the dishes being chosen as oyster and langoustine. And the 2 multiple choise dishes I decided on were the scallop with caviar and the turbot. If you have the time and money this is a must visit.“

“The shrimp and lamb were delicious and tasted very warm and homemade. Don’t skip on dessert, the corn cake was very good with some of the freshest ice cream I’ve had. The service was also really good, I recommend this place for a casual dinner!“

“Good place, to eat dinner, everything you want and good French wine.“

“Dining at Le Rivage has become a family tradition. My MIL would eat there when she lived in NYC decades ago. She returned with her son (my husband) when he was young. Now, in 2025, we took our boys there on their first visit to NYC. The atmosphere is warm and inviting. The food is always wonderful. Highly recommended.“

“Phenomenal French food, one of the best meals I have ever had. Truly a hidden gem.“

“The absolute best burger I have ever eaten, hands down! Excellent service and ambiance. Highly recommend!“

“Blown away by interior design, topped with finger-licking food, friendly service, and such a well crafted drinks!“

“Amazing food and ambiance.“

“Loulou is a leader in supporting the courageous medical staff tasked against covid across NYC! Today, they are delivering 40 meals to ICU doctors. Amazing, selfless work - pouring all of their resources into those who are keeping our city alive. Please consider supporting loulou so that they can continue feeding NYC‘s heroes! Food, drinks - much needed pick-me-ups - right to your door! We love you Loulou! 💗“

“LeBernardin is the kind of dining experience you'd dress up for, book in advance, and immerse yourself in for hours. If you're looking for a taste of New York City dining elegance or a memorable evening, this is the place to be. While the prices aren't cheap, the sophistication and rhythmic atmosphere here are truly a treasure to be cherished.“

“My wife and I have been here at least 5 times and each time is better than the last. We love the cozy atmosphere, the attentive service, and the delicious gnudi. The menu changes frequently which always makes coming back a new adventure. Do not miss the chocolate cake!“

“Cool place and enjoy the food, drink , enironment.“

“Great French place. Tough to get in. Go early.“

“I have to admit, every dish here is absolutely exquisite.“

“Great food. Great atmosphere. The food is great, especially the French onion soup. Definitely a go-to spot for me and my wife when visiting NYC.“

“We had a wonderful brunch at Lafayette. This is one of my favorite brunch spots in the city. Our server was wonderful and attentive! The vibe and the ambiance are so chic! 10/10“

“Everything is delicious! The grilled cheese was our favorite!“

“An incredible dining experience in Brooklyn. The tasting menu feels like a theatrical performance — beautifully choreographed from start to finish. The French-Japanese fusion dishes are refined, balanced, and full of surprises. Service is attentive, the atmosphere is elegant yet relaxed, and the location is very convenient by subway (but parking is nearly impossible). The duck pie is a stunning presentation, though the other dishes impressed me more in flavor. Perfect for a special occasion — they even offer a small cake if noted for a celebration. Would definitely return to try a new menu.“

“Honestly, La Ripaille is fine. The wine selection is good, the servers are very nice, however the owner is exceptionally rude and uncomfortable to be around. He openly scolded servers doing a fantastic job in the middle of the dining room for no reason. The food is good enough, but a bit overpriced. That being said, the fries taste remarkably like fries that I'm sure you've had before... that's all I'll say about that if you get what I mean. Overall, pretty good, would consider going back.“

“The food is amazing and the ambiance is just what I love about this city must visit!!! 🤩“

“One of my favorite place to go in the city ! Very friendly people and food 🥘 is always great 😊“

“The food was amazing. I highly recommend the Croque Madame. Lena was a spectacular server, we could not have asked for better.“

“What a fabulous Mother’s Day lunch we had. Great atmosphere and incredible service! Bravo!!!“

“Great food, good service 🇫🇷“

“Favorite restaurant, delicious food, sublime wine, amazing chefs Robbie & Sam , friendly and welcoming owners, Clement & Simone go above and beyond to make your experience of their gem of a restaurant simply the best! Love this treasure in our neighborhood, make your reservation and try as much as you can on the menu, every mouthful is just wonderful!!“

“Sometimes you have an experience that makes you wish you could clone yourself and align your clone -so that your clone... could eat everything on the menu that you didn't pick the first time around.  What a fantastically funky ride!!! Classic Bistro French with NYC attitude. There is something transcendent about those soufflé potatoes, it's like... the greatest elevated deconstructed, sour cream and onion potato chips...and at the risk of sounding like Moon Unit Zappa...”totally tubular!” What I loved most other than the food, (I wish I had another clone who could go back and order all of the other desserts, but I had my heart set on the Ile Flottant (nobody does that anymore!) which was a cloud of vanilla) was the VIBE. Its FUN! Dare I say...convivial? Like my experience recently at Wild Cherry- your sister funkified watering hole of splendor-it is a restaurant that is almost designed to force conversation with the people sitting next to you, which is a decidedly Parisian experience-marrying a New York experience that has long since gone away with the advent of horrible things called cell phones. By the end of the night? The couple who were seated next to us were clinking glasses and cracking up with my husband and I. Turns out? They had an identical order appetizer main course and dessert to us just in the opposite order!!!! It is my hope that this incredible restoration which both honors old New York gastronomic history with Parisian tradition is here to stay because I've gotta come back and try a whole lot more !“

“Very nice atmosphere - :)“

“Every detail here seems thoughtfully considered. I plan to tell family members about this restaurant where good food comes with good service. The service responded with remarkable efficiency and everyone displayed genuine delight. All items satisfy completely. Having easy access to this spot is great.“

“We didn't make a reservation, but we were willing to sit outside, which was enjoyable. We were able to observe New York walk by as we ate the very tasty food. The escargot, halibut, duck and banana caramel dessert were all so good. Definitely a restaurant to try and get to when visiting NYC.“

“I had been wanting to try HOUSE for a while now, being a regular shopper at Dashi Okume. However, had been wary of fine dining experiences in Greenpoint after trying 2 so-so places that privileged novelty over flavor. Well let me tell you, HOUSE did not disappoint.

Picture this. You arrive in a quiet street in Greenpoint, with the typical warehouse-y yet clean, modern and minimalist vibe. You see the interior through giant bay windows of a dimly lit store with Japanese products and ceramics. You see people waiting inside and other patrons dining at the café. By then the store is closed, so you ring the intercom to get in. You wait to be called to the HOUSE, in the back of the store. It feels like you are at your friend's house, and your friend is a sophisticated person with a beautiful house and he cooks for you. The atmosphere is quiet but elevated. There are 10 seats. And you are hosted by 4-5 people. It feels luxurious. You may start the dinner as perfect strangers, but you certainly make friends along the experience.

And the food is incredible. Your friend is an amazing cook. From start to finish, the story is coherent, with subtle development and transitions that never miss a beat or take you somewhere uncomfortable. Flavors are predominantly Japanese forward with some international ingredients and techniques. Noting for example the Monaka filled with ricotta and corn or the french tuile on top of a burrata with berries, reminiscent of Scandinavian flavors.

The highlight of the menu for me was the noodles. With a fragrant Dashi and rich egg noodles covered in egg yolk and fish roe, the final dish on the meal is an unmistakably Japanese grand finale, with an explosion of flavors.

Fantastic experience. Thank you team.“