Orléans
White tablecloths and sparkling crystal set the tone at this refined but cosy eatery, much appreciated for cuisine that's both French gastronomique and…
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Paris
Packed ever since it threw its first T-bone on the grill in spring 2012, this beefy address is all about steak, dry aged and prepared to tender perfection…
Paris
Le Bon Georges thrives on nostalgia, focusing on personable service (the proprietor works the room himself) and a hearty bistro menu featuring classic…
Grenoble
Festooned with vintage bric-a-brac, with time-scuffed floors and a narrow open bar-kitchen, Le Petit Bouche enjoys a loyal following. Its classic bistro…
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
Etched on a mirror mounted on the white-tiled wall, the day's menu at La Buvette incorporates small sharing plates such as smoked white beans with…
Alsace
Behind a half-timbered façade, this friendly, unfussy restaurant has been run by the same family since 1947. The menu is classically French. Begin, say,…
Nice
With its vintage kitchen decor and great-value prices, the Comptoir does predictably well. There are five or six daily mains, scribbled on a chalkboard…
La Rochelle
A favourite Sunday-lunch address with discerning locals, Delphine and Bruno's whitewashed bistro on two floors has a signature mini wooden trough of rock…
Paris
Foodie street rue Paul Bert is the perfect spot for this delightfully traditional and excellent-value bistro with a quaint timber façade and menu chalked…
Southern Corsica
Oh-so-chic beach restaurant, on the Palombaggia sands 10km southeast of Porto-Vecchio. The setting is unsurpassable, with first-class views of the…
Amboise
Founded by Madame Bigot's grandfather in 1913, this salon de thé, pâtisserie and chocolaterie is known for its puits d'amour (puff pastry filled with…
Paris
For a Real McCoy, salmon and ginger bo bun (cold rice-noodle salad) or pho (soup) washed down with a Hanoï or Saigon beer or sassy Vietnamese mojito, make…
Corte
Famed for its gargantuan servings of traditional Corsican country food, this ancient, candlelit stone cellar is a favourite refuge for students from the…
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
Crispy-skinned ducks and roast pork hang in the windows of this wholly authentic Hong Kong–style ‘steam restaurant’ in Belleville's Chinatown. Har gow …
Burgundy
A local favourite, this organic bakery near the bridge at Cluny's southern edge doubles as an informal restaurant serving healthy soups, sandwiches and…
Strasbourg
Sitting on one of Strasbourg's prettiest squares, surrounded by a veritable feast of half-timbered houses, this bistro is a fine pick for an alfresco…
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
Moroccan wines, including a fruity Amazigh Beni M'Tir red and dry Guerrouane Gris rosé, accompany delicious tagines (such as chicken and duck with honey…
The Loire Valley
Facing the abbey church, this cheery salon de thé and cultural centre is a relaxing spot for tea (black, green and herbal), hot chocolate or cake. Great…
St-Germain & Les Invalides
Olde-worlde tearoom/busy lunch spot La Jacobine is packed to the rafters by noon for its homemade tarts, giant-size salads and crêpes, but it's just as…
Ajaccio
This buzzy venue on the old town’s busiest dining street is half wine bar, half convivial neighbourhood restaurant. Stop in for an early-evening aperitif,…
Giverny
This colourful cafe-restaurant at the heart of Giverny is an excellent pit stop for refreshment and a bite to eat or a beer, either inside or in the…
Bordeaux
Lap up a faux Californian vibe – or midday sunshine on the pavement table – at this hipster hangout with retro, plump-coloured banquette seating, swift…
Lyon & the Rhône Valley
This quintessentially French eatery hides down an alleyway near the cathedral. Dishes like lamb shank or grilled cod are nicely cooked and presented. At…
Beaune
Long popular with Beaune locals, but equally welcoming to tourists, this stone-walled, wood-beamed hideaway manages to feel both relaxed and refined, with…
Paris
Game, especially la biche (venison), is the speciality of convivial 'doe in the woods', but dishes like foie gras and coq au vin also add to the…
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
Benedict is a delightfully light and airy contemporary space which, yes, specialises in eggs Benedict – eight different types, including à la truffe …
Chartres
Just beyond Chartres' busy old town, this two-storey charcoal-coloured bistro has a sunny terrace out front with red blankets to wrap up in on chilly days…
Parc Naturel Régional des Volcans d'Auvergne
Hearty and wholesome dishes receive elegant presentation in this self-styled 'bistrovergnat' – that is, a restaurant with the simplicity of a bistro but a…
Lyon
Opened as a brewery in 1836 (and still offering three homebrews on tap), Georges' cavernous 1924 art deco interior can feed 2000 a day! Famous customers…
Arles
A favourite recommendation for bistro dining, Au Brin de Thym is chilled in vibe and creative in execution. The menu is dictated by seasons and the best…
Villefranche-sur-Mer
For a cheap and cheerful fill, there is no finer address along the coast than La Grignotière, known far and wide for its generous portions of grilled fish…
Marseille
Night and day, this corner bar is a classic Le Panier hang-out whether you’re old, young, hip or in need of a hip replacement. It’s on a quiet backstreet…
Nancy
Hip, split-level, doodle-daubed Voyou is hands-down the best place in town for a gourmet burger you can properly sink your teeth into. On the menu are…
Paris
If you like haute cuisine with your wine (rather than the other way around), this brainchild of star sommelier Philippe Faure-Brac offers superb tasting…
Lyon & the Rhône Valley
Villars-les-Dombes' top table, L'Écu de France has earned a stellar reputation for its refined, creative local cuisine made with fresh ingredients. When…
Paris
Assaporare ('savour' in Italian) is the life and love of Neapolitan architect and epicurean Giuseppe Lo Casale. From the imported products cooked in the…
St-Germain & Les Invalides
Female star chefs are a rarity in Paris, but Hélène Darroze is a stellar exception. Her flagship Michelin-starred St-Germain premises are closed for…
Épernay
French cuisine in versions traditional and creative are served here amid fin-de-siècle Paris brasserie decor. Specialities like sea bream tartar with…
Paris
Chef Cyril Lalanne shows how inventive southwestern French cuisine can be at this snug 22-seat restaurant behind a cherry-coloured façade. Expect rich,…
Sète
Sète is awash with seafood restaurants, but this quayside bistro by local chef Fouzia Sakrani scores highly on friendliness and freshness. Simple but…
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