Best Family Friendly French Restaurants in Los Angeles
4 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
WeHo Bistro
Neighborhood bistro with free parking and year-round patio
Notable Picks
#1
WeHo Bistro
8.4
A charming French-American neighborhood bistro operating since 2011, known for its warm hospitality and globally-inspired comfort food. The restaurant features a beautiful flower-lined patio and serves everything from burgers to sophisticated French fare, making it equally welcoming for families and date nights.
Must-Try Dishes:
WeHo Burger, Mushroom Soup, Pasta Mama
What Makes it Special: Neighborhood bistro with free parking and year-round patio
Worthy Picks
7.9
Belgian-French bakery-restaurant featuring communal tables, organic breads, and farm-to-table breakfast and lunch. The rustic European farmhouse aesthetic with reclaimed wood from Belgium creates an authentic continental atmosphere steps from Rodeo Drive.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mushroom & Goat Cheese Omelette, Smoked Salmon Tartine, Belgian Waffle
What Makes it Special: Founder laid the Belgian floorboards himself
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
7.7
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Sweet Treats Escapes
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Family Friendly Favorites
A kosher French bakery that anchors Pico-Robertson with reliable breads, croissants, and patisserie alongside quick café sandwiches. The appeal is practical and neighborhood-driven: you come for a solid pastry box or a fast bite that still tastes French at heart. Great for takeout mornings and casual sweet runs.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chocolate Croissant, French Macarons, Quiche Lorraine
What Makes it Special: Kosher French patisserie and breads on Pico.