Best French Restaurants in Culver City (90066)
3 hand-picked restaurants, AI-analyzed and critic-validated
Notable Picks
8.6
Chef Craig Hopson’s new-school French-leaning bistro mixes Californian produce and subtle Australian touches in a lively Mar Vista dining room. The cooking hits best on bistro staples—especially the roast chicken—paired with smart wine choices and a polished, design-forward setting.
Must-Try Dishes:
Signature roast chicken, Chicken liver mousse with onion crackers, Steak au poivre
What makes it special: Modern French bistro cooking from a veteran chef in a fresh neighborhood space.
#2
Cafe Laurent
8.3
A long-running Mar Vista French bistro-cafe that shines in the daytime with crepes, gratins, and croissant-based Benedicts. The menu leans classic and comforting, and the high local review volume points to dependable execution across busy brunch services.
Must-Try Dishes:
Eggs Benedict on croissant, Crêpe Provençale, Pain perdu French toast
What makes it special: High-volume neighborhood French brunch institution with a deep crepe lineup.
Worthy Picks
7.8
A petite Mar Vista cafe focused on classic French breakfast pastries and light brunch plates. Locals stop in for flaky viennoiseries, well-made omelettes, and a relaxed morning patio vibe that feels distinctly neighborhood-centric.
Must-Try Dishes:
Almond croissant, Croissant French toast, Quiche of the day
What makes it special: Neighborhood French pastry-and-brunch stop with reliable viennoiseries.