Best Business Lunch French Restaurants in Los Angeles
8 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
The Belvedere at Peninsula Beverly Hills
Five-star hotel dining with European brasserie sophistication
Essential Picks
Vibes:
Luxury Dining Elite
Business Lunch Power Players
Birthday & Celebration Central
Outdoor Dining Oasis
This European brasserie within the Peninsula Hotel elevates French dining with California's finest seasonal ingredients. The al fresco terrace setting and impeccable service create an atmosphere of refined luxury that defines Beverly Hills dining.
Must-Try Dishes:
Foie Gras Terrine, Bouillabaisse, Côte de Boeuf
What Makes it Special: Five-star hotel dining with European brasserie sophistication
Notable Picks
#2
Citrin
8.8
One Michelin-starred modern Californian by Chef Josiah Citrin blending French technique with seasonal California produce. More approachable sister to Mélisse with à la carte options alongside prix fixe, plus a lively bar scene.
Must-Try Dishes:
Artichoke Agnolotti with Comté, Crispy Rouget with Bouillabaisse, A5 Wagyu with Truffle
What Makes it Special: Michelin-starred dining with flexible format and bar scene
#3
Pasjoli
8.8
Vibes:
Date Night Magic
Birthday & Celebration Central
Business Lunch Power Players
Instagram Worthy Wonders
James Beard Award-winning chef Dave Beran transformed his Michelin Plate bistro into a more accessible French experience while maintaining exacting standards. The pressed duck carved tableside remains legendary, but cordon bleu chicken wings stuffed with prosciutto and a French onion soup with explosive gruyère show the kitchen's playful mastery of rich, butter-forward bistro classics.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cordon Bleu Chicken Wings, French Onion Soup, Pressed Duck ($350, reservation required)
What Makes it Special: Michelin-recognized bistro from Alinea alum serving technically perfect French fare with California produce
8.4
This hybrid wine bar and gourmet market offers California-French cuisine with over 100 wines by the glass in a sophisticated space featuring communal marble tables and a wine-cave inspired private room. The establishment seamlessly blends fine dining with curated retail, offering artisanal cheeses, charcuterie, and specialty products alongside their seasonal menu.
Must-Try Dishes:
Truffle Pizza with Shaved Black Truffle, Steak Tartare with Quail Egg, Wood Oven Baked Brie
What Makes it Special: Combining fine dining with gourmet retail and exceptional wine program
8.3
Nicolas Eatery sits on the upper level of Beverly Center, blending French technique with Californian comfort dishes and a few Southeast Asian touches. Diners come for composed plates like steak frites, seafood pastas, and hearty sandwiches in a polished but relaxed setting that works for both business meals and lingering dinners.
Must-Try Dishes:
French Onion Soup, Steak Frites, Mini Lobster Roll
What Makes it Special: French-forward mall bistro with polished plates and customizable menus.
Vibes:
Brunch Bliss Spots
Sweet Treats Escapes
Business Lunch Power Players
Instagram Worthy Wonders
A Japanese-French patisserie operating in Brentwood since 2002, built on scratch-made laminated doughs—the kouign-amann and almond croissant are the draws that keep regulars returning across two decades. Counter service moves quickly during the morning rush, though the pastry case thins out by late morning, so timing matters. The ivy-covered storefront and colorful display set a charming tone for a neighborhood bakery at moderate prices.
Must-Try Dishes:
Almond croissant, Ham & cheese croissant, Croque monsieur
What Makes it Special: A rare Westside café where serious French viennoiserie meets reliable all-day dining.
Worthy Picks
7.8
Vibes:
Group Dining Gatherings
Happy Hour Hotspots
Outdoor Dining Oasis
Business Lunch Power Players
A French brasserie embedded in The Music Center that has built its rhythm around curtain times, pacing courses so theater-goers eat without clock-watching. The menu leans on brasserie staples like steak frites and burrata salad rather than chasing trends, which keeps it reliable for the downtown professional crowd. Expect a lively dining room on show nights and a noticeably calmer pace during weekday off-peaks.
Must-Try Dishes:
Steak Frites, Balsamic Glazed Brussels Sprouts, Club Sandwich
What Makes it Special: French brasserie at The Music Center with service paced to curtain times, so you never miss the opening note.
7.8
Vibes:
Family Friendly Favorites
Brunch Bliss Spots
Business Lunch Power Players
Outdoor Dining Oasis
Family-owned since 1993 by Stephane and Katy Strouk, this European-style bistro inside the Original Farmers Market serves traditional French classics like beef bourguignon and quiche lorraine. The casual white-tablecloth setting with market energy provides an accessible French dining experience, complemented by their adjacent gourmet market and seafood counter.
Must-Try Dishes:
Beef Bourguignon, Quiche Lorraine, Steak Frites
What Makes it Special: Thirty-two year LA institution bringing authentic French bistro fare to the Farmers Market since 1993