French Restaurants near Vancouver, WA

“excellent service and delicious food!!“

“In all fairness, the owner is a relative of mine. Still this was our first visit to her wine bar and our first impression was of a very comfortable relaxed atmosphere with quality food and service. Given that she's owned the business going on thirteen years, I would say that Niche definitely deserves a visit if you have never been. It would be a great place to take out of town guests.Because of our unique circumstances, there are many details I find it difficult to speak towards. Therefore I would recommend you reviewing their website and/or calling with your specific questions or concerns.“

“It was delicious!!! Rabbit, foie gras, pigs feet, escargot, halibut, eel, scallops, all the fancy sauces….SOOO good!! Every bite was just perfectly executed. The staff was so friendly and engaging which made it really fun to sit at the chef’s counter!“

“You can tell this chef is very passionate about cooking. Each dish is plated so beautifully. The menu is seasonal with high end local produce from the farmers market. The staff is very warm. The interior is very nice, with very nice furniture(eg marble or quartz tables, I believe). It’s not inherently the chefs fault, but at this price point, the food is not what we really crave? Also, we were kind of feeling hungry with such a carb light menu. We just split one medium meat dish, so we do eat less protein than average? But I feel like it’s not enough food for vegetarians fyi. They did GRACIOUSLY make us some handmade tortillas off the menu and essentially didn’t charge us. Plus, we received complementary dessert wine tasting, since we complained about wanting some bread or tortillas. One bummer about this was that no one followed up about our request until we asked three different servers. Overall, I think this could be a great place. But just not for us at the moment.“

“I make it a point to visit Canard Burnside on all of my trips to Portland! The unique flavors and presentations on their menu keep me coming back for more. Had the roasted beets last night for the first time and the flavor was out of this world.“

“Best date night go to. All I can say is you have to go! The pictures speak for themselves.“

“Delicious food! Fabulous specials. Best cod dish I’ve ever tasted.“

“Every dish was perfect. I was blown away by everything we ordered, as well as the casual, romantic atmosphere. I can't wait to go back. I was selfishly hesitant to post this review, because it truly is a hidden gem that felt like my own special find.“

“What a fantastic place! Does everyone know about this hidden gem and I'm just the last to know? Great service...super friendly and attentive without being too much. Great ambiance, even for a Sunday brunch.(I can't wait to go for dinner!) Great selection of delicious cocktails and brunch options were plentiful with both sweet and savory options. Hard to pick which to go with but opted for the Pork Belly Adobo-Don. Pricing was as expected yet reasonable. Can't wait to go back! They have something very special going on here.“

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Cafe amaro ⭐⭐⭐
- wasn't sure if I loved the orangey citrus undertone with the coffee

Fireflies ⭐⭐⭐⭐
- citrusy and refreshing

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We ordered 5 dishes for 2 people (4 small 1 large and split it)

Oysters ⭐⭐⭐⭐
- not a huge oyster fan but these were
surprisingly good
- I loved the mignonette

Gougeres ⭐⭐⭐⭐✨
- came in a set of 3
- had a really cheesy taste , almost like Brazilian cheese bread?
- couldn't taste the butternut squash but was delicious
- very crispy, really good texture all together
- liquid on the inside

Escargot ⭐⭐⭐⭐
- really good texture - like muscles
- the sauce was buttery and fantastic
- the baguette was delicious, we used the leftover bread for the chicken liver mousse

❤️Chicken liver mousse ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- my favorite.
- loved the fruit preserves
- my partner loved the mustard as well
- the baguettes here are absolutely delicious

Foie gras tart ⭐⭐⭐⭐✨
- loved the sweet and savory
- was served with bread

Tartare aux beuf ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- so good, specifically loved the crunch
- you really have to ensure every bite has a beet in it though, it really brings it from a 4 stars to a 5

Pate en croute ⭐⭐⭐✨
- my partner loved this one
- was a large slice of bread with pate in it
- I thought it needed the mustard and onions for sure, I didn't love it alone, but the combination of flavors were perfect

❤️Canard aux chamomile ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- definitely loved this
- it was sweet and savory
- the pistachios gave it an amazing crunch and were sweet
- the sauce was also sweet
- the skin was crispy

Mushroom vol au vent ⭐⭐⭐⭐✨
- so flakey
- buttery
- rich flavors
- wish there were more mushrooms
- the cheese was creamy, light and delicious

Blistered Jimmy narjellos ⭐
- not worth the price
- flavorless

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Chocolate Tarte ⭐⭐⭐
- not overly sweet
- had a solid mix of flavors
- was great but not worth the price in my opinion, I think we should have picked something more delicate“

“French food is not normally the top on my list of dining choices, but I am really glad that I took a chance on this place. The food was excellent and cute whole in the wall very French atmosphere really rounded it all off. There is limited seating and a bit tight being a small bistro of sorts, but once you get settled in and relaxed, you forget forgive the close quarters by the very French décor and feeling once you start looking around at everything. Service was friendly there, but a bit awkward at no fault to the server since she was still relatively new there and apologized for it immediately. She was sincere and did her best throughout our dining experience. Ordered the open faced sandwich which was a shrimp smorbord and it was just amazing. So beautifully prepared with such care and presentation. The ingredients were fresh and flavorful. Also got the mussels, which were meaty and perfectly cooked in a light herb broth. This will be a must on my return to visit list when ever in Portland next and do recommend that you give it a try if so inclined. Bon Appétit!“

“A gem! Excellent service, excellent food! Stayed at the Dossier Hotel and came across this really awesome spot at the hotel. I can definitely recommend the fried gnocchi, lemmon pound cake, blistered green beans and the chicken sandwich. Has an amazing dining experience thanks to Amanda and James who provided excellent service to make the meal even more enjoyable.“

“Great vibes to share a drink and have a conversation.“

“Amazing Dinner at Plumb @ Deadshot!

We had the pleasure of dining at Plumb inside of Deadshot one evening about a month ago with friends visiting from out of town, and it was a truly memorable experience. The highlight of the meal for me was the pork chop--perfectly cooked, juicy, and packed with flavor. The appetizers were fresh and absolutely delicious, a great start to the meal. We ordered three and they were more than plenty for all five of us to get our food journey started. The selection of alcoholic beverages was awesome, and each drink complemented the dishes perfectly. The atmosphere was cozy yet inviting, making it the perfect spot for a relaxed but special evening. Our waiter was attentive, answered all of our questions knowledgeably with enthusiasm and timely. We'll definitely be back!“

“Loved the brunch selection for gluten free options. Amazing polenta! Breakfast cocktails were on point. Service was wonderful and the atmosphere is like being in a French cafe.“

“Excellent food and drinks!“

“Great customer service delicious food“

“What a surprising portal into the magical world of vineyards, great wine, and genuine people. Unassuming and authentic. We were looking for a light meal and glass of wine when we stopped in and found a cozy wine bar - just the ticket! Food was excellent. Wines were top notch. Owners and staff were friendly and knowledgeable.“

“Alpenrausch is a charming gem, perfect for a cozy evening. Their fondue is simply exquisite—rich, creamy, and indulgent, served with the tastiest accompaniments. It's a must-try for anyone seeking an authentic Alpine dining experience.“

“Our group had a lovely brunch on Sunday. The service was great-informative and attentive. We all had various egg dishes. Mine was the chorizo hash. Mildly spicy with perfect eggs and potatoes. Excellent assortment of tea. Definitely a place to return to“

“Wonderful coffee to accompany a tempting array of decadently delicious pastries. The atmosphere is unhurried and decidedly French.“

“Didn't have any food, but the drinks were amazing. Boasting an excellent selection of high end alcohol of all kinds, Angel Face can provide what you want. The bartender knew their stuff and had no trouble whipping up artistic drink one after another. We had a pretty large party and showed up unannounced but they handled us with no problems. Highly recommended!“