Strasbourg
Even locals book ahead at this former tannery, bedecked with billowing geraniums and creaking under the weight of its 16th-century beams. Choucroute …
Must-see restaurants in France
Lyon & the Rhône Valley
'Grandma's place' stuns with its old-fashioned dining room decorated with a wide array of knick-knacks and retro junk. There's a heavy focus on regional…
Paris
In an arrondissement known for grandiose interiors and superstar chefs who are often elsewhere, this intimate neighbourhood restaurant is a real find. The…
Lyon
One of Lyon’s most enduring and celebrated bouchons – it dates from 1937 – Chez Hugon serves the earthiest of Lyonnais specialities, such as blood sausage…
Alsace
Old-fashioned portraits hang on the walls of this quirky, colourful cafe. The food is simple but satisfying, whether you opt for one of the many tartes…
Nîmes
The menu changes almost daily depending on what the chef considers the best local produce at the nearby Halles, and specials – always flavoursome – are…
La Rochelle
The eye-catching, Eiffel-style steel-and-glass verandah filled with gargantuan designer ceiling lamps, lush potted plants and beautiful white tablecloth…
Normandy
At this convivial bistro and wine bar, specialities include oysters, tartines (open sandwiches; €11 to €12) and the salade tire-bouchon (a salad with ham,…
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
A listed historical monument, this belle époque showpiece overlooking the Seine has one of Paris' most photographed façades. Its vine-draped terrace and…
Caen
The giant wine cork marks the spot at this tiny bistrot gourmande (gourmet bistro), which matches creative modern cooking with a first-rate wine selection…
Paris
Feisty fare at this stylish neobistro fuses the flavours of Asia and France in mains such as sea bass fillet with black rice shiitake risotto and carrot…
Paris
With a whitewashed, contemporary dining space, this is an excellent find for savoury galettes named for Parisian quartiers such as Concorde (goat's cheese…
Cannes
A people’s-choice place since 1935, this informal restaurant cooks up regional dishes, such as aïoli garni (garlic and saffron mayonnaise served with fish…
Bordeaux
Vintage-print wallpaper, bold lime-green tableaux and white Parisian-metro wall tiles provide a stylish backdrop for the seasonal, modern-French cuisine…
Camargue
East of Stes-Maries, towards the Digue à la Mer on sandy Plage Est, is La Playa, the chic choice, with a particularly vibrant apéro and after-dark scene…
Paris
Factor in a wait at this small, buzzy restaurant (also known as Pho 14) – it doesn’t take bookings and is wildly popular with in-the-know locals for its…
Épernay
No fuss, no frills, just good old-fashioned French cooking and a neighbourly vibe is what you’ll get at Chez Max. Simple dishes like ham, endive and Comté…
Montpellier
The ‘Little Garden’ has one of the city’s most romantic dining settings – a charmingly green, glass-enclosed secret garden, hidden away behind the amber…
Clermont-Ferrand
The chunky building might bring to mind a jumble of Lego bricks, but this covered market is packed with fresh local produce and organic vegetables. Best…
Paris
Teal and exposed brick walls give way to the intimate dining room at Accents. Spy on pastry chef Ayumi Sugiyama preparing artwork-quality desserts and…
Paris
Opened by Michelin-starred chef Adeline Grattard of Yam’Tcha fame, her third, 2018-opened space combines an all-day wonton bar and a casual cafe-bistro…
Lyon
Black-and-white photos of old Lyon hang on wood-panelled walls at this Lyonnais bistro, unchanged for decades. From the four-part appetiser plate –…
Latin Quarter
This original branch of Eric Kayser – now a household name in Paris with 16 addresses across the city and several more worldwide – is one of the best…
Parc Naturel Régional des Volcans d'Auvergne
Besse's best pizzeria layers regional flavours onto authentic bases and bakes them in a wood-fired oven; try the 'Bessarde' with Bleu d'Auvergne cheese or…
Paris
Combining the French genius for pastries with a 100% gluten-free kitchen, Helmut Newcake is one of those Parisian addresses that some will simply have to…
Paris
For those days when all you need is a simple grilled steak or roast chicken, there's Bien Élevé. It's all about sourcing at this convivial bistro (as…
Latin Quarter
Housed in a former coach house, this time-worn bistro (front-room murals date to the 1920s) serves classy, exciting French fare. The menu changes every…
Montmartre & Northern Paris
Middle Eastern cuisine is having a moment in Paris and YAFO is among those leading the charge. Creamy hummus – made with tahini from Nazareth and…
Strasbourg
An enticing place to snuggle on chilly days, this beamed parlour is low-key rustic in look, with polished wood and banquette seating. It’s an intimate…
Paris
The market-inspired menu at L’Office is mercifully short – as in there are only three choices per course – but outstanding, and belies the rich and…
Nantes
This chic, contemporary, glass-topped space is a refreshing change from the norm. L'u.ni shakes up the culinary scene with a hefty dose of fusion flavours…
Paris
On the prowl for a quality €10 meal? Look no further than this upbeat souvlaki spot off rue Montorgueil. It's more French than Greek, but that's a minor…
Les Calanques
The one restaurant in the tiny, pretty calanque of Morgiou is the delightful Nautic Bar. With terraces overlooking the port, it is a dreamy spot for…
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
'Old-world bistro' is the atmosphere at this tiny spot with lace curtains and a quality kitchen cooking classic French dishes that have been around for…
St-Germain & Les Invalides
V stands for 'Végétal', G for 'Gourmand' and T for 'Tonique' – this gives you an idea of what's on offer at this quirky, buzzy and colourful vegetarian…
Paris
While it won't quite compare to the sky-stretching panoramas along the Friendship Highway, this local favourite is a good choice for both vegetarians and…
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
A faintly fusion cuisine makes this cosy bistro, footsteps from place des Vosges, stand out. Dishes such as caramelised duck breast served with roasted…
Troyes
Matryoshka dolls peer from the shelves of this cheery red-walled bistro, run by an affable French-Russian couple. Snag a table and you're in for a treat –…
Nice
Housed in a sumptuous pink Regency dining room, the two-starred Michelin restaurant at the Hôtel Negresco, run by locally trained chef Jean-Denis…
Collioure
Japan meets France at this creative fusion restaurant hidden away in the old quarter. Chef Masashi Iijima prepares seasonally changing specials using…
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