Toulouse
This welcoming salon de thé specialises in fresh, healthy set lunches within a simple but cosy brick-walled space. The homemade cakes are a delight, and…
Must-see restaurants in France
The Luberon
Tiny and friendly, this village restaurant is a popular local’s tip for solid, fuss-free Provençal cooking. Everything’s cooked fresh on the day, so it’s…
Toulon
A proper brasserie through and through: beers on tap, tables on the street and a menu of filling French standards like duck breast and grilled steak. It’s…
Bayeux
This rustic, popular eatery is about straightforward French food – meat, fish and oysters – at reasonable prices. There's a kids menu, or children under…
Versailles
Wicker chairs fill the pavement terrace of this popular local bistro, which specialises in meat and seafood cooked on an open grill. It’s not fancy but…
Colmar
With its gramophone and art nouveau flair, this candyfloss-pink tea room is a nostalgic spot for tarte flambée (thin Alsatian-style pizza topped with…
Biarritz
A classic corner bistro, just as good for an evening aperitif as for a faux filet steak cooked on a sizzling plancha (metal hot plate). Don't expect any…
Honfleur
The place to go in Honfleur for gastronomique specialities of the highest order, served in two chic, modern dining rooms. The cuisine is wonderfully…
The Dordogne
A simple menu of charcuterie, cut by the friendly proprietor at the back of the small dining room, or large portions of duck confit, cassoulet and duck…
Brittany
Perched beside the granite quays of the Anse du Bec, Dinard's answer to basic seafood takeaway serves crab, lobster, oysters, clams and fish from the open…
Montmartre & Northern Paris
A handy spot for an easy meal, the Coquelicot offers omelettes, quiches, sandwiches and yummy pastries. The outdoor tables occupy a prime location on rue…
Toulouse
Solilesse is noted for its creative, contemporary cuisine in a cool setting. The chef combines local ingredients with world spices to create appetising…
Chamonix
If you're watching your pennies in Chamonix, this little snack bar assembles cheap carbs in a central location: waffles, bagels, sandwiches and more…
Montpellier
Heavenly French cheeses star at this bar à fromage (cheese bar), which serves up appetising assorted cheese platters on wooden planks, as well as vibrant…
Paris
Organic goodness from the popular cafe across the street. Restaurant mains are substantial – think veal with watercress and coriander, or mushroom-pesto…
Paris
This handy branch of the Paris crêpe chain is a 10-minute walk from the Eiffel Tower across the river, and even closer to the museums in the Palais de…
Aix-en-Provence
A handy refuelling station when exploring Vieil Aix, this outlet of St-Tropez’s swish baker sells sugar-encrusted tarte Tropézienne, plus sandwiches and…
Perpignan
This eatery near a busy intersection is classic in style and serves quality French cuisine with an international glance – think cod cooked in a coconut…
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
At this New York–style deli in Le Marais, gourmet hot dogs come in five types, such as Avocado, smothered in coleslaw, guacamole and honey mustard. Sides…
Côte d'Azur
Ideal for conversation and backgammon, this relatively laid-back club and restaurant is tops for steak, and experiments successfully with Asian flavours…
Perpignan
Multicoloured macarons, tempting pastries and savoury dishes such as quiches and salads are sold at this cafe-boulangerie (bakery), which has terrace…
St-Malo
The main draw of this unfussy crêperie is its location right atop the ramparts – come for the amazing sunset views and friendly service. The crêpes and…
Atlantic Coast
Set in a lovely old wiggly timber building in the heart of the old town, this character-infused restaurant squats on stone-paved rue Grande. Dining is…
Paris
Dine on sizzling steaks and burgers from star butcher Yves-Marie Le Bourdonnec in the basement of Lafayette Gourmet. Unlimited chips, limited seating.
The Jura Mountains
Nibble while gazing upon the architectural mastery of Saline Royale at this restaurant and salon de thé (tea rooms). Bagels, sandwiches and cakes are…
St-Jean de Luz
It won't take long to peruse the menu at this old portside classic. It's essentially a choice of grilled sardines or grilled tuna – all freshly caught…
Paris
Pizzas at this popular Parisian pizzeria include L'Obama (grilled bacon and homemade pineapple chutney) and La Che (Cuban-style pork marinated for 24…
Paris
Accras (fried fish), meat- or fish-curry-filled roti (flatbread) and gallo pinto (rice and beans) are among the Caribbean dishes served from this food…
Grenoble
This reliable Moroccan restaurant has been going strong for more than 30 years, dishing out mutton tajine and couscous royale to homesick Maghrebis and…
Bayonne
For a change from Basque and Spanish cuisine, Mario's place is a great bet. The Sicilian-born chef serves up quality, no-fuss Italian food, plus pizzas…
Blois
Simple, delectable French cuisine maison (home cooking) is dished up with a smile in this mod eatery with a warm-season terrace. Offers some of Blois’…
Limoges
One of Limoges’ fancier dining rooms, L’Amphitryon is in a delightful medieval timbered building and serves classically rich French cuisine, created by…
The Dordogne
This cute raftered bistro is a local hang-out in the off-season, serving up hearty regional salads, lots of duck and crêpes. The staff is quite friendly,…
Paris
Across the street from the Louvre, this stylish sandwich and salad bar promises a quick lunch for less than €10 beneath the splendour of an elegant…
Troyes
Entered via a quaint courtyard, this gallery-bistro does a simple, wallet-friendly menu for €14, with specials from gratins to Maroilles cheese tart with…
Paris
Korean food truck KimPop serves soup, pork, beef or tofu bibimbap ('mixed rice') salad bowls and kimbap (sushi-style rolls) and more.
French Basque Country
Set on the banks of Hossegor’s lake, it offers the kind of view to get married to, and a shellfish and seafood menu you’d also marry if you could.
The Luberon
Ménerbes’ tobacconist-newsagent-bar is the hub for all the village gossip, and a good bet for lunchtime plats du jour (dishes of the day).
Biarritz
A cute fishing-shack restaurant by the port, good for tuna, sardines or squid, with plenty of friendly banter from both the staff and other customers.
Atlantic Coast
Find this traditional address in an old stone building in the heart of Arçais. Decor is crisp white and modern, while fare is refined French bistro.
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