French Restaurants in Toronto, ON

“Great experience with fine french cuisine and especially warm staff,congratulations 👍“

“Delicious food, romantic atmosphere and perfect dining experience.“

“Excellent food and service! Would come back.“

“Ate fish sticks. 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻. The milk shakes are awesome especially the Rum chocolate milk shake. Staff is very courteous. Bartender was making some interesting cocktails. Will try next time.“

“Beginning to end, it was a fantastic experience. The plating was an art form of its own. The wine pairing shepherded by Christopher Sealy, was an absolute journey. What he presented was akin to a thesis. Utterly (and financially) indulgent. (10.19.24)“

“The food was good. The beef tartar was amazing, as expected. We love how they roasted the bread with butter; it's crispy and flavourful. The sausage was different than we expected but in a good way. I like how they did the potato; it was soft but crunchy. The portion was okay. Two main dishes were good enough for the two of us for brunch.
The restaurant is small, so you might expect to wait 15-45 minutes.
The only minus point is that our server didn’t seem very friendly and attentive. He made us feel like we did something wrong when we asked for recommendations.“

“Im not sure where to start on this review.

Well to say the least, it took me about 2 weeks to decide on a place to eat. My decision did not let me down. I chose this place because of the connection the Chef had to the food.

Ive traveled all around and have been to many fine restaurants and places to eat. To compare this restaurant to others, well you cannot.

If you have ever been to Montana or Wyoming, you know that you cannot describe the views. The art you get at Lucies, is comparable to the views you see. You cannot put it into words.

The service itself was as you would expect, amazing. The staff is knowledgeable about every dish that is presented to you.

What the chef, the staff, and the amazing mixologist does for you; is to say the least an art within itself.

Now I am not very good at taking pictures, but pictures would not do the dishes or drink justice anyway. For some reason google would not let me post pictures.“

“This restaurant has an excellent reputation.“

“Went to Gloria last night as a walk-in and have to say this is Toronto's best new restaurant by far.
It was a busy Friday so we put our name down for a seat at the bar. Went across the street for a drink and within 20 min we got a text saying there was space. Ended up getting one of the best seats in the house at a cocktail table and the service was amazing.
We had the escargot which is a MUST, onion rings, mussels and fries along with the steak frites and everything was a 10/10.
Cocktails were amazing as well.
I commented that the restaurant doesn't even feel like Toronto - felt like we were in London or a hot spot in Europe. And best of all, the prices were actually reasonable.
A must visit and truely an experience we'll return for again and again.“

“Interesting truffle tasting menu and very good wine pairing“

“Ranked no.4 best restaurant in Canada! Very difficult to book. Today grabbed a booking, Good cooking, service also very good and atmosphere is cosy! Unfortunately tonight we had a very loud female customer in our next table which spoiled the night a bit! Highly recommended“

“Got a table as a walk-in on a Friday night! We were seated at a high table at first, but my friend has back issues. The first server didn’t really try to help us when we asked to move, but another one was so nice and arranged it for us. We had the steak frites, Milou burger, and the panisse salad. The steak was good, I loved the flavor and the sauces that came with it. My friend and I didn’t even realize our cocktails were mixed up until we were halfway through. It wasn’t the best experience in terms of service, but I’m willing to give it another try.“

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Le Parisien - Not your typical brunch experience, L'avenue offers an elevated experience that you can taste through the quality of its ingredients. What separates it the most are its artisanal English muffins, which are fluffy, airy, eggy and buttery all at the same time, toasted for a subtle char. The smoked salmon easily falls apart in your mouth, with a smoky umaminess complimented by the rich hollandaise sauce and runny egg yolks. Naturally, a brunch isn't complete without fresh fruit, a detail they wouldn't miss.“

“Delicious and amazing food with a very intimate atmosphere.“

“We had a lovely evening for my mother's birthday. We arrived 30 min early and they were able to accommodate us in a quiet corner table. Everyone we encountered was so warm and friendly. The food was delish, lots of French and Italian options. Outstanding service, great bottle of wine recommended. Great experience!“

“Parfait. Wonderful …………….“

“After over 12 years of bringing almost every friend I have to BC, I finally got to celebrate my August birthday in the restaurant( which is usually closed in August) with 19 guests. From the organization to the execution, the evening was superlative. Maya and Hiro know how to be professional, fun, flexible and outstanding! Thank you for a memorable dinner and all-round terrific time.“

“Friendly welcoming service with good food and lovely wine. Delighting to celebrate as a couple in an environment that feels stylishly intimate.“

“4.5 / 5
Food was very good. Both risottos were creamy and flavorful. The butter that came with bread was not spreadable. But the bread had a crunchy crust and a fluffy middle.
Creme brulee was okay but subpar compared to the entrees. Would skip the brulee. Overall very good and would come again.“

“Nice little brunch place in Toronto.

Went early on a Sunday and we had reservations but it wasn’t too busy (though got busy later).

Got the beef tartare which was nice.
The brioche. Was really good.

The French onion soup could have been more flavourful.

The steak frites was nice.

Service was good.

We would come back and try other things.“

“Outstanding food, attentive wait staff and chef. Great atmosphere!! We will be returning for sure.“

“Excellent food and the most amazing staff! Love this restaurant! ❤️❤️❤️“

“We got the rack of lamb "cook it yourself" kit on Friday; with the sides it's an amazing value and made an absolutely superb dinner. There was an error in my order, (understandable at 7 pm on a Friday) but the team went the extra mile to make it right. I highly recommend their meals for takeout, and I'm really looking forward to dining in on their extended menu when the lockdown is over.“

“I went there on January 3rd to celebrate my bf's and I anniversary. The experience was definitely worth the price in my opinion. You never got bored from the animations and even with the amount of service, it was made in a way that you always had place for the next service. I was pleasantly surprised by the customer service we received. The politeness, the professionalism was definitely a plus for us in this experience. I let the staff know beforehand that i selected a cake as a surprise for my bf and the discretion about it made it even more surprising for him. We came from Montreal to try this experience and dont regret it at all, i would definitely like to go back so maybe opening one in Montreal would be a great idea!“

“If you want a great food in an owner chef run place then make the effort and go here. We were lucky to have the owner in the kitchen and not only was the food amazing but the service was great because it was a “family” running it. They want you to enjoy it not just to make money. It’s a genuine desire to make sure you enjoyed everything. Chapeau Ben and team. ?“

“感觉很好味道很好环境很好👍“

“Very good food at reasonable prices“

“A delightful spot for a delicious meal. Tiny and romantic with an outstanding wine list. The best part about this place is the incredible care the staff and owner take of each person who passes their door. They treat everyone like family and go above and beyond to make you feel welcome and cared for. The restaurant biz is hard and has been harder still the last couple years. Darlene and her team have done so much to keep going in the most difficult of circumstances. Thank you for making our neighborhood a little nicer and for always ensuring the most outstanding dining experience for all who enter your establishment.“

“Stopped in for coffee, dessert, and drinks. Exceeded expectations on all levels. Will definitely be returning to try some of the items on the menu.
Great bar with a fantastic selection of scotch. Went with The Balvinie Doublewood. Very generous pour for a single! Desserts were both perfect, and the americano was also top tier as well. Staff were also wonderful. Highly recommend!“

“I went there before the Leafs game yesterday. It was amazing! The food was absolutely delicious, I did the fixed menu with the onion soup, risotto, and creme brulee. It had an upscale vibe but it was very inviting and a lot of other Leafs fans were there, they offer a game day special. Definitely check out if you’re visiting the area.“

“Really delicious rose cream seafood linguine, nice environment (esp the corner besides the front door!!!) very friendly and professional server, nice dining experiences overall, will definitely come visit very soon. Merci beaucoup!!🤌🏻“

“Incredibly fresh food, vibrant bursting flavors, unequaled ambiance and coziness and service that felt as world class as the food. What more could you want? I look forward to the day I can come back.“

“Great place for a birthday celebration . Interesting menu and cocktails all delicious“

“DREAM WEDDING REVIEW! (Long overdue) A million stars! (buckle up, it's a long one)

Thank you Maison Selby! We got married here well over a year ago (so sorry for the slow review, we each thought the other had posted one! OOPS!) With zero caveats, Maison Selby was truly our dream venue and every single one of the staff made our wedding an absolutely perfect event from start to finish.

To start off with, the place is gorgeous (I would live there). It was the exact moody victorian vibe I wanted which required minimal decoration on our part other than flowers, an arch, and some small details. We booked out the whole place, and the staff were so incredible with helping to accommodate a seating plan for our guest list of 48 (plus the two of us), and also allowed for more guests to come after dinner for drinks and dancing, which let us have the perfectly sized event. Intimate but fun for dinner, and a blast for the party! The staff were SO helpful getting this planned out and accommodating all my requests to move things around for the perfect layout and decor set up.

Then, THE FOOD! My god the food! Chef Martin and his team are geniuses. To start, the menu choices are an embarrassment of riches, you'll be able to find some incredible choices. The tasting was beautifully organized and they were so lovely. I have a LOT of food intolerance and Chef Martin was unbelievably kind, understanding, and patient, and was adamant that I would have something special for each course of our wedding dinner, even if it was tweaked just for me, and we were so grateful for that. The food on the day was everything we hoped for and more, and the portions were so large, we had to combat being too full to dance, but no one wanted to stop eating, it was so good LOL. The bar staff also helped so much with decisions about drinks and wine choices, and even mocktails, and were super fun and engaging with guests on the day. And the wait staff were just IMPECCABLE, truly going out of their way again and again to make the day special and our guests well taken care of, including bringing my elderly disabled aunt to the bathroom in her wheelchair in their elevator, and helping us clean and tidy up at the end of the night. Honestly, despite lots of requests and planning details, they never made me feel like a burden, and the staff all just seemed to just want us to have the wedding of our dreams.

Honestly, I can't count the number of friends and family, even to this day, who mention again and again how amazing the food and service were at our wedding. It was some of the best we've ever had. Our loved ones still say that it was the best wedding they've been to, and I know that was because of how great Maison Selby was in so many ways.

Finally, the upside of mistakenly taking so long to post this review is that we've actually had our anniversary since then, and went back to Maison Selby to celebrate in our special place. The staff were just so lovely about it, greeting us with a sweet card and champagne, and staff quietly popped over to say how much they enjoyed our wedding and wishing us well (and that was a year later!). It just made us feel really special, and taken care of, and like this was really our special spot.

All that to say, if you're considering a wedding, please consider Maison Selby. I honestly can't even come up with one negative, and they were incredible well beyond our expectations. (And reasonably priced to for all that!)

A special shout out to Devon, Stephanie, Angela, and Chef Martin for everything you did to make our wedding (and anniversary!) so incredible. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts, and we'll see you soon for our second anniversary! Again, excuse the absurdly slow review lol.“

“Brittany and Skye took excellent care of us. The cocktails were varied and delicious and the food was well prepared and presented beautifully. We had a ribeye, the lamb, and the cauliflower “steak”. Everyone was pleased. Highly recommended.“

“I’ve frequented Le Select several times but most recently this past weekend. The atmosphere is amazing. Vintage feel to the decor and French music set the tone. It was very busy but we always felt taken care of by the waiter. I indicated it was our anniversary but it was never acknowledged. Strange.

Had the shrimp cocktail, steak and frites, and my wife had the French onion soup and mussels. Everything was fairly tasty. Steak was quite fatty though. Drinks were great but steel ($24 for an old fashion seems a bit much).

Had a wonderful time and plan to return.“

“I wish I could give more then five stars for Maison T. This was our fifth time going to this restaurant. The food gets better very time we visit. The staff is absolutely wonderful and the ambiance is just perfect. The chef is absolutely amazing and has put together the most incredible and delicious menu you could ever want. If you want the best restaurant experience in Toronto, go to Maison T.“

“Never been before went for a family dinner two brothers and family friend one brother and family friend said it was good - and so right they were the food was outstanding and they were able to accommodate allergies I did not pay so far I not know final tally but “

“A dear friend introduced my partner and I to The Rushton and we are so greatful. We love this place! Thier steak and frites is THE BEST. They cook it perfectly to your choosing! And I mean perfect.

Our dear friend she's since left this world. But everytime we go we share a toast to her and remember her fondly.

The Rushton a local treasure and the service, she was totally with it and knew her stuff inside and out, very skilled. This visit was my partners birthday.“

“Classy and beautiful place, with great food and service. Definitely coming back!“

“Mmmmmmmm soso so good !!!!“

“La Plume is a fantastic French bistro where we had an amazing time. The atmosphere is charming, and the service was exceptional—our server was incredibly friendly and walked us through the entire menu. One of the highlights was being able to order a customized drink. The food quality was outstanding, and the drinks were just as impressive. It’s the perfect spot for a relaxed and enjoyable dining experience. Highly recommend!“

“An amazing experience every visit! Consistently excellent food and outstanding service.“

“Delicious French pastries and brunch. I had the benny with smoked salmon and it was great, the eggs were perfectly runny and the croissant was flaky and buttery. Their salad comes with their own home made dressing which is also very yummy. I highly recommend trying their pastries and tarts as well, taking a couple home, they are so good! It’s worth the wait for a table.“

“I've never had French pastry and was glad that we walked by and decided to give it a try. 👌 Light and fluffy, absolutely delicious. Definitely a must have. I should have purchased 2. I can't wait to drop off more orders nearby. And real French accents too, amazing. I truly felt as if I was in a bakery shop in France 🇫🇷.
The two mademoiselle were pleasantly delightful. Merci beaucoup 😊“

“Been coming here for years. It’s a great place for great food at a reasonable price“

“Had a latte, my friend had a chocolat viennois (the best hot chocolate!) and we shared a gateaux basque. Each item was très délicieux, and the gateaux had an impeccable texture. Pretty place to eat, friendly staff and efficient service.“

“A gem in the middle of Yorkville, quiet enough to have a conversation - and the most delicious kale salad I've ever tasted. Reasonable prices, especially for the area. My friend found the crepes delicious, too. Excellent cappuccino! We will definitely return.“

“Really just wanted to try the plain croissant, and it was reasonably priced at sub-$4. Unfortunately it's not winning any awards in a hurry. Flaky on the outside, soft on the inside, but it lacks the butteriness of a superior croissant. The dough reminded me more of bread than laminated pastry. Staff were very pleasant, lots of seating inside, overall a decent spot. Just maybe try something other than a plain croissant 🙂“