French Restaurants near Rutherford, NJ

“Our 40th Anniversary dinner was amazing last night! From the service to the food and meeting the chef after! What a wonderful restaurant especially for a special occasion! Thank you for an amazing night!“

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

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

“A fun place with interesting people watching but I came alone hoping to sit at the bar and was expecting and comfortable with waiting for an hour since it was as a Saturday (it was 6pm but that wasn’t early enough), but they were not sitting solo diners and instead would wait for seats next to each other to open up to sit couples, at one point leaving and open seat available for about 20 minutes.“

“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!!!“

“Food and service spectacular. Beautiful room.“

“This is what we call “fine dining.” We did not reserve the main dining room, as one of our party did not care for prix fixe. We opted for the lounge as you can have from the menu or prix fixe. When you first arrive, you are greeted by a pleasant hat/coat check lady. We arrived early and said we would wait for the other couple and were invited to wait in the intimate cocktail area. The cocktails were superb and served with a house-made cocktail snack. When the guests of the party arrived, we were escorted to the lounge area. An intimate area with about six to eight tables. After being seated and greeted by the head server (maître d' or captain), who explained our options, we all opted for the menu. After looking at all the choices, we decided to split two appetizers. Even though the number of items on each choice was uneven, the server said, “Let me take care of it". And then beautifully presented plates arrived with equal portions. And it only got better from there. The entrées were each explained in detail, including their origins and how they were prepared. I could go on and on. The fish, beef, duck breast, and pork were everything we expected and more. We all commented, maybe the best we have had. The house made desserts were perfect. I had possibly the best cheese plate I have ever had. The entire staff of servers were professionals and enhanced the evening. The most disappointing part of the evening was when a guest entering the dining room (after removing his overcoat) came in dressed in Dockers and a short-sleeve polo. This is an insult to the owner, the chef, and the entire staff at this fine restaurant. But maybe he was an elite or a “special” person. We all said we would be back.“

“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)“

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

“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.“

“Great!“

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

“A very fancy and romantic restaurant.“

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

“The service at Levant on Smith was top notch. I only wish the food had been. It was fine but nothing was so tasty that I would go back for more. Even the hot water for my tea was lukewarm. Again, the servers were super and even inquired if we didn't enjoy the meal because we left so much. The food just wasn't that great.“

“What a fantastic dining experience! Each dish was perfectly prepared, elegantly presented, and tasted amazing. We were glad Chef Christophe came out to say hello so we could tell him personally how much we enjoyed his creations. Gavin did a wonderful job serving us and the warm hospitality shown us by Karen and her team exceeded expectations. This is a special place - wish I could give it more than 5 stars!“

“If heaven has a restaurant, it would be just like this. Everything was perfect. I enjoyed Lunch, from the 2026 Winter Restaurant week menu. welcoming hostess-(phone & in person) Service-Excellent (you will never have to search for someone to help you) Food-beautifully presented and absolutely delicious. Every morsel was wonderful. Make a reservation and enjoy a meal here. “

“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!“

“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.“

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

“Amazing food and ambiance.“

“From Erica at the door to engaging servers, I had another stunning dinner at LVD. So elegant, polished ... but never overly so. The crepes suzette, I am still dreaming about them. Thanks to LVD and the entire team for making the entire table feel like we were there for a huge treat - which it was!“

“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! 💗“

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

“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.“

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

“Would highly recommend! The menu has great variety along with excellent execution. The portions are perfect for sharing and the quality of the food is well worth the price. The yellow cake with a Cappachino is the perfect way to end the meal.“

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

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

“Food and drinks were amazing.“

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

“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“

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

“It was a wonderful experience our waiter and everyone was just fantastic and the food was amazing!!“

“Diogo is the best! Drinks are so refreshing and hit the spot especially right after work. We arrived around 5:30 when the place just started to get busy. Diogo helped us grab a table so we didn’t need to stand at the bar after a long work day“

“Very nice atmosphere - :)“

“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.“

“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.“

“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!!“

“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.“

“We were seated in the back at some corner which was pretty uncomfortable to me as I felt claustrophobic there. There was an available table in the front. I asked to be seated there but they couldn’t because “it’s a table for three” and it was two of us. Interestingly, they could seat one person at the table for two and they could seat three persons at the table for four.“

“Great food, great staff, great restaurant“

“Amazing French restaurant! Fantastic service, cocktails, and wines.“

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

“Great place, delicious food, attentive staff …“

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

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

“Fantastic staff!! Best time celebrating my son’s birthday there tonight!“

“We had grilled squid, a super fresh salad I absolutely loved, and a tender fish dish that was cooked perfectly. Ended the night with their special dessert and two amazing cocktails. Everything was just right — cozy, delicious, and beautifully done. 💛🍸“

“amazing food! if your out for a night in the city and want a wonderful dining experience go here!“