Best French Restaurants in Los Angeles
50 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Camphor
Michelin-recognized French cooking with a subtle Thai-leaning spice lens.
Essential Picks
#1
Camphor
9.1
A modern French dining room in the Arts District led by Chef Max Boonthanakit, blending classic technique with subtle Southeast Asian accents. The cooking is precise and layered—rich sauces, careful char, and bright aromatics—without losing bistro warmth. Reservations are competitive for a reason: it consistently delivers special-occasion caliber meals in a relaxed, warehouse-chic space.
Must-Try Dishes:
Steak au poivre with frites, Rigatoni stuffed with artichoke and Comté, Seasonal crudo with citrus and herbs
What makes it special: Michelin-recognized French cooking with a subtle Thai-leaning spice lens.
#2
Olive & Rose
9.1
Michelin-starred Chef Philip Pretty's neo-bistro brings California flavors with French technique to a restored mid-century motel courtyard. The 32-seat open-air space emphasizes zero-waste practices and seasonal ingredients from the siblings' urban farm.
Must-Try Dishes:
Octopus with Potato & Pimento, Aged Rib Cap with Frites, Amberjack Crudo with Cucumber
What makes it special: Michelin-pedigreed zero-waste cooking in a chic mid-century motel setting
9
An intimate, art-filled modern French dining room from chef-owner Fardad Khayami, MUSE turns Channel Road into a destination for multi-course date nights. Tasting-style plates, a serious wine program, and candlelit Art Déco interiors make it one of the most romantic rooms on the Westside.
Must-Try Dishes:
Veal bonbons with sauce verte, Lobster with pommes soufflées and caviar, Vanilla St. Honoré
What makes it special: Gallery-like French dining where fine art and tasting menus meet.
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
The Little Door is a French-Mediterranean classic tucked behind its famous blue door, best known for a candlelit courtyard that feels built for anniversaries and proposals. The menu leans toward branzino, lamb, and mezze-style starters that support the room’s long-running reputation as one of LA’s most romantic dining rooms.
Must-Try Dishes:
Herb-crusted lamb chops, Whole grilled branzino, Mussels with fries
What makes it special: Long-running French-Mediterranean patio restaurant that practically defines LA date night.
#6
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
#7
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
8.8
Chef Dean Yasharian's Michelin-rated bistro delivers refined French classics in an intimate historic setting with mahogany tables and a coffered wood ceiling. The restaurant's mirrored menu concept pairs traditional meat and seafood dishes with innovative plant-based French cuisine, all executed with precise technique.
Must-Try Dishes:
Burgundy Escargots in Herbed Butter, Duck à l'Orange with Celery Root Purée, Grand Marnier Soufflé
What makes it special: Los Angeles' first French mirrored-menu with equal focus on plant-based options
8.6
A husband-and-wife French bistro that brings Provençal comfort to Pico-Robertson with careful, classic cooking and a warm, intimate room. The menu leans on time-tested staples like duck confit and bouillabaisse, executed with a homey confidence that keeps locals returning. It’s a neighborhood destination for unfussy French dinner done right.
Must-Try Dishes:
Duck Confit, Bouillabaisse de Marseille, Beef Bourguignon
What makes it special: Provence-style French classics cooked by the owners since 2012.
#10
Juliet
8.6
Michelin-recognized modern French restaurant designed by Jeremiah Brent featuring seafood-forward cuisine and an extensive French wine program. The contemporary space with its posh patio draws a fashionable crowd for everything from breakfast through late dinner.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mousse au Foie de Volaille, Sea Bream with Ratatouille, Duck Confit Cigars
What makes it special: Michelin Guide recognition with contemporary French aesthetic and fashion-forward design
8.6
World-renowned Parisian pâtisserie offering an enchanting tea salon experience with their legendary macarons in 15+ flavors. The pastel-hued interior with marble counters and velvet seating creates the perfect Instagram backdrop for afternoon tea service.
Must-Try Dishes:
Rainbow of Macarons, French Onion Soup, Croque Monsieur
What makes it special: First all plant-based Ladurée location in the world
#12
Perch LA
8.6
A French-inspired rooftop bistro that pairs skyline drama with approachable brasserie staples. The kitchen leans classic—steak frites, mussels, roast chicken—executed reliably at high volume, while the real draw is the terrace energy and panoramic DTLA views. Come for golden-hour cocktails and stay for a lively, view-forward dinner.
Must-Try Dishes:
Steak frites, Moules frites, Duck confit
What makes it special: Rooftop French bistro dining with one of DTLA’s best views.
8.6
Atop the Waldorf Astoria, Jean-Georges Vongerichten's largest LA rooftop offers panoramic 360-degree views with an impeccably styled garden setting. The weekend brunch menu features organic frittatas and banana pancakes alongside creative cocktails like the Espresso Yourself martini.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lobster Burger, Truffle Cheeseburger, Chia Bowl
What makes it special: Beverly Hills' largest rooftop with 12-story views
#14
Violet Bistro
8.6
Violet Bistro is a Cali-French restaurant with a glowing courtyard patio and an upstairs cooking school, built for slow, celebratory meals. Classic dishes, a serious wine list, and intimate tables make it a go-to Westwood pick for anniversaries and pre-theater dates.
Must-Try Dishes:
French onion soup, Steak frites, Coq au vin or trout amandine
What makes it special: Romantic courtyard French bistro with refined cooking and strong cocktails.
8.5
Artelice Patisserie redefines the French pastry shop in West Los Angeles with visually stunning desserts and inventive twists on classics. They specialize in modern takes on macarons, canelé, and seasonal pastry launches, drawing foodies and dessert lovers to their vibrant storefront. The bakery is known for its impeccable craftsmanship, artistic presentation, and inventive flavor combinations.
Must-Try Dishes:
Canelé de Bordeaux, Artisan Macaron Box, Painted Éclair
What makes it special: Modern French patisserie blending art and flavor.
#16
Le Petit Paris
8.5
Vibes:
Date Night Magic
Birthday & Celebration Central
Instagram Worthy Wonders
Girls Night Out Approved
A grand, Belle-Époque-styled French room in the Historic Core that trades in romance and theatrical dining. The menu stays rooted in French classics—escargot, tartare, steak and seafood—supported by a deep cocktail and champagne program. After a recent return to service, it’s again a reliable pick for special nights when you want atmosphere to match the plate.
Must-Try Dishes:
Moules frites, Steak tartare, Escargot with herb butter
What makes it special: A revived Parisian dining hall where ambience is half the experience.
8.5
French Riviera-inspired rooftop escape with Pacific Ocean views and vibrant atmosphere. Features French-Mediterranean cuisine with California twists, weekend DJs, and one of LA's most scene-y brunches.
Must-Try Dishes:
Beef Cheek Bourguignon, Lobster Linguine, LouLou Pizza with Truffle
What makes it special: Ocean views meet French glamour on a buzzy rooftop
#18
Coucou
8.4
Modern French bistro led by Bouchon-alum Chef Jacob Wetherington, pairing live-fire cooking with classic bistro plates. Locals come for steak frites, mussels, and strong cocktails in a buzzy, date-night setting.
Must-Try Dishes:
Steak frites, Mussels marinière, Cheeseburger à la française
What makes it special: Live-fire French bistro cooking with serious cocktail craft.
8.4
Established French bistro since 2003 serving authentic buckwheat and sweet crepes with outdoor Parisian-style seating. The menu extends beyond crepes to include French onion soup, eggs benedict variations, and pasta carbonara, with genuine French cafe ambiance that transports diners to the streets of Paris.
Must-Try Dishes:
Crab Cake Benedict, Nordique Crepe with Smoked Salmon, French Onion Soup
What makes it special: Over 20 years serving authentic French crepes with Parisian outdoor seating
8.4
Traditional French boulangerie-pâtisserie opened in 2018 by Ferrandi School-trained baker Samuel Manar who worked at Spago and Bottega Louie. Everything is handcrafted from scratch using French-imported ingredients with 48-hour fermentation for artisan breads. The minimalist space showcases what many consider LA's best kouign-amann alongside glossy butter croissants and arm-length baguettes.
Must-Try Dishes:
Kouign-Amann, Almond Croissant, Pain au Chocolat
What makes it special: Authentic French baking with potentially LA's finest kouign-amann
#21
La Chouquette
8.4
La Chouquette is a French-owned bakery-café on the Melrose Arts District stretch of 90046, known for meticulous viennoiseries, layered cakes, and its signature Mazou dessert. Regulars come for croissants, canelés, and seasonal tarts that feel straight out of Paris, enjoyed at a few cozy tables or taken to-go for nearby gallery walks.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mazou signature cake, Butter croissant, Seasonal fruit tartlet
What makes it special: French-run patisserie focused on precise viennoiseries and elegant cakes.
#22
Marvin
8.4
Marvin is a low-lit French-style bistro and wine bar where toast, pasta, and steak frites fuel late-night conversations. Regulars treat it as a neighborhood clubhouse for dates, birthday starts, and long, wine-soaked dinners over unfussy but dialed-in bistro plates.
Must-Try Dishes:
Rigatoni Bolognese, NY steak frites, Truffle fries
What makes it special: French-ish neighborhood wine bar where bistro classics meet a buzzy, late-night crowd.
#23
The French Way
8.4
The French Way specializes in Frenchfolds—French tacos-style wraps stuffed with proteins, melted cheese sauce, and a full serving of fries toasted inside. Late-night hours and bowls of loaded fries make it a go-to for students craving maximalist, sauce-heavy fry combinations after class or bar time.
Must-Try Dishes:
The Paris Frenchfold, Frenchfold - Small (fries-filled French taco), Bowl (Loaded Fries)
What makes it special: French tacos-style wraps and bowls that build an entire meal around crispy fries and molten cheese sauce.
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
#25
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
Vibes:
Brunch Bliss Spots
Sweet Treats Escapes
Business Lunch Power Players
Instagram Worthy Wonders
A bright, French-Japanese patisserie and café that’s become a Wilshire corridor staple for all-day pastries and light savory plates. The croissant program is the anchor, while brunch classics and composed salads keep locals returning throughout the week. It’s more café than formal bistro, but execution and reliability are destination-level for the neighborhood.
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.
8.3
This Venetian-inspired small plates restaurant brings Mediterranean street food to Beverly Hills with a 90-minute open bar special and charming sidewalk patio. Chef Lior Hillel's tapas-style brunch features everything from Mediterranean corn to truffle mac and cheese in a casual bistro setting.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bacari Burger with Fried Egg, Brussels Sprouts, Jidori Chicken Wings
What makes it special: 90-minute unlimited wine and beer special for $32
#28
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.
#29
Ludivine Paris
8.3
Ludivine Paris is an artisanal French bakery and patisserie offering refined pastries, tartines, and daily savory croissants. Praised for its light, airy interior and quality ingredients, Ludivine Paris brings a slice of Paris to West LA, featuring a menu that rotates with the day's freshest preparations and a standout selection of classic French desserts. The bakery is locally beloved for balancing sophisticated flavors with accessible eat-in or takeout service.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mini Canelés, Salmon Tartine, French Cheesecake
What makes it special: Elite wholesale bakery with best canelés outside France.
#30
Nicolas Eatery
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.
8.2
A pre-theater French brasserie at The Music Center that leans into classics with California polish. The kitchen is strongest on comfort-forward mains and bistro staples, while the room’s artful Parisian vibe makes it feel like a night out even before the curtain rises.
Must-Try Dishes:
Steak Frites, Duck Confit, French Onion Soup Gratinée
What makes it special: A true French brasserie experience tailored for Music Center nights.
8.2
A French countryside–styled bakery-café known for well-made viennoiserie and polished pastries in a bright, friendly space. It’s a strong morning and midday stop, with flaky croissants and seasonal sweets that feel carefully crafted rather than mass-produced. Best for lingering over coffee and a pastry plate.
Must-Try Dishes:
Butter Croissant, Almond Croissant, Seasonal Fruit Tart
What makes it special: French-style pastries with a true café-bakery feel.
#33
Le Petit Four
8.2
A Sunset Plaza institution since 1981, this vibrant Cali-French bistro beneath its signature sunflower-yellow awning serves classics like Burgundy snails and frog legs with a laid-back West Coast sensibility. The patio offers prime people-watching and free parking—a rare luxury on the Strip.
Must-Try Dishes:
Burgundy Snails in Garlic Butter, Frog Legs Provençal, Steak au Poivre Filet Mignon
What makes it special: Over 40 years of authentic French dining on iconic Sunset Plaza.
#34
Penny Oven
8.2
A cheerful artisanal bakery and cafe with morning French-style pastries and expertly brewed coffee. Penny Oven is celebrated for flakey almond croissants and lemon curd tarts, and the inviting, sunlit interior attracts neighborhood regulars seeking a relaxed breakfast or takeout treat.
Must-Try Dishes:
Almond Croissant, Lemon Curd Tart, Pain au Chocolat
What makes it special: Known for vibrant pastries and stellar coffee in a welcoming space.
8.2
A neighborhood wine bar and bistro in Glassell Park that leans Californian-American, with a tight seasonal menu built for sharing. The kitchen delivers polished comfort plates and brunch-forward fare that pair naturally with an excellent, low-pressure bottle list. Best for a relaxed date or small group dinner where food and wine are equally in focus.
Must-Try Dishes:
Seasonal toast or tartine, House charcuterie and cheese board, Honey spice cake
What makes it special: Seasonal American small plates anchored by a standout wine program.
#36
208 Rodeo
8.1
Perched atop Via Rodeo's cobblestone street since 1991, this see-and-be-seen bistro offers California cuisine with French and Pan-Asian influences. The flagstone patio overlooking Rodeo Drive provides prime people-watching territory where celebrities regularly dine.
Must-Try Dishes:
Black Truffle Omelette, Moroccan Lamb, Lobster Mac N Cheese
What makes it special: Only restaurant directly on Rodeo Drive's cobblestones
#37
Bakers Bench
8.1
An all-vegan Chinatown viennoiserie specialist quietly redefining what plant-based can do with laminated dough. The croissants are the headliners, but rotating Danishes and Asian-leaning pastry flavors make this a real destination for takeout.
Must-Try Dishes:
Vegan Croissant, Yuzu Poppyseed Scone, Seasonal Fruit Danish
What makes it special: Top-tier vegan croissants that eat like the classic version.
8.1
California-French comfort food meets urban rooftop beer garden in downtown's heart. Part of the Cohn Restaurant Group, this casual eatery features Brussels sprouts that have achieved cult status, plus an indoor fireplace and covered rooftop space perfect for people-watching.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bo-Beau's Famous Brussels Sprouts, Steak Frites, French Onion Soup
What makes it special: Only downtown spot with both rooftop beer garden and French-inspired menu
8.1
Authentic French bakery established in 2012, importing Isigny AOP butter from Normandy for their croissants and viennoiseries. This Beverly Drive institution serves traditional French breakfast and lunch alongside artisanal pastries in a Parisian café atmosphere.
Must-Try Dishes:
Traditional Croissants, Croque Monsieur, Opera Cake
What makes it special: Imported French butter creates authentic Parisian pastries
#40
Garcons de Cafe
8.1
A Francophile wine bar and café tucked into the Spring Arcade, combining a small French market with a cozy bistro perch. The food is simple and well-done—charcuterie, croques, salads, pastries—meant to pair with an excellent French-leaning wine list. It’s a mellow, under-the-radar spot that feels like stepping into a tiny Paris lounge downtown.
Must-Try Dishes:
Charcuterie and cheese board, Croque monsieur, Seasonal tart or pastry
What makes it special: Wine-first French café-market hybrid with real bistro intimacy.
#41
La Boheme
8.1
For over 30 years, this romantic institution has charmed West Hollywood with French-American cuisine served beside a roaring fireplace or under string lights on the enchanting patio. Weekly burlesque shows and live music add theatrical flair to the already dramatic dining experience.
Must-Try Dishes:
Duck Confit, Steak Frites, French Onion Soup Gratinée
What makes it special: LA's most romantic restaurant with weekly cabaret performances
#42
Massilia
8.1
Marseille-inspired brasserie since 1997 blending French, Italian, Spanish, and North African influences. Known for exceptional happy hour with 50% off drinks and authentic bouillabaisse that transports diners to the Mediterranean coast.
Must-Try Dishes:
8-Hour Braised Lamb Shank, Traditional Bouillabaisse, Clams with Merguez Sausage
What makes it special: Authentic Marseille flavors with incredible happy hour value
#43
MEET in Paris
8.1
Family-owned French bistro since 2009 run by husband-and-wife team Sébastien and Cécile Cornic, specializing in over a dozen mussel preparations. Red-checkered tablecloths and cozy Parisian atmosphere create an authentic neighborhood bistro experience with generous portions of classic French comfort food.
Must-Try Dishes:
Moules Frites (12 preparations), Beef Bourguignon, Duck Confit
What makes it special: Chef from Parisian seafood family offers dozen mussel preparations rarely found elsewhere
#44
Normandie Bakery
8.1
A long-running West Adams French bakery-bistro where pâté, baguettes, and classic café plates anchor the menu. The kitchen leans traditional—croque monsieur, quiche Lorraine, duck confit—while the pastry case does the heavy lifting for repeat locals. Best for a daytime sit-down with strong execution on standards and reliable house baking.
Must-Try Dishes:
Croque Monsieur, Quiche Lorraine, Pain au Chocolat
What makes it special: French bistro plates paired with a true in-house pâtisserie and baguette program.
8.1
A sunny neighborhood bakery-café known for well-laminated croissants, polished French pastries, and a light brunch/lunch menu that locals treat as an everyday stop. The pastry case is the headliner, but savory plates and gelato make it an easy linger spot for a casual meet-up.
Must-Try Dishes:
Butter Croissant, Pain au Chocolat, Seasonal Fruit Tart
What makes it special: French-style viennoiserie and patisserie paired with a relaxed Westside café rhythm.
#46
Azay
8
A Little Tokyo café where French technique meets Japanese breakfast culture in a small, family-run setting. Come for the bento-style morning tray, stay for the quietly excellent French-leaning lunch plates that keep locals returning.
Must-Try Dishes:
Japanese Breakfast Set, Croque Monsieur, Salmon Tartare
What makes it special: Rare French–Japanese cooking focused on breakfast and lunch.
#47
Bakery LA
8
Bakery LA is a family-owned French bakery delivering authentic breads, pastries, and sandwiches in a cozy atmosphere. Guests praise the warmth of the owners and the hand-crafted wall art, making it a welcoming neighborhood spot for fresh baked goods, coffee, and casual meals. Their sandwiches and pastries consistently impress locals seeking a genuine French café experience.
Must-Try Dishes:
Ham & Cheese Baguette Sandwich, Butter Croissant, Wall-Art Cookies
What makes it special: Family-run French bakery with rotating local art.
A small Arts District patisserie focused on made-to-order French macarons and custom desserts, best known for whimsical designs and clean, balanced sweetness. It operates more like a studio and market stall than a sit-down cafe, making it an easy grab-and-go French treat in the neighborhood.
Must-Try Dishes:
Assorted French macarons, Character/hand-painted macaron boxes, Seasonal custom cake slices
What makes it special: Studio-made, French-style macarons with playful, artistic finishes.
Worthy Picks
#49
Bottega Louie
7.9
Vibes:
Sweet Treats Escapes
Birthday & Celebration Central
Instagram Worthy Wonders
Group Dining Gatherings
Upscale Italian-French restaurant, market, and patisserie featuring elegant weekend brunch with famous macarons and pastries. The sophisticated interior and covered patio provide a refined setting for special occasion dining.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lobster Hash, Belgian Waffles, Famous Macarons
What makes it special: Combination restaurant and patisserie with stunning pastry displays
#50
KC's Crêpes Café
7.9
Strip-mall casual but crowd-loved, KC’s turns out oversized sweet and savory crêpes from morning to late night near LAX. Locals hit it for fast, filling combos like croque monsieur-style crêpes and over-the-top dessert versions loaded with fruit and ice cream.
Must-Try Dishes:
Croque Monsieur Crêpe, Nutella Strawberry Crêpe, Green Tea Special Crêpe (matcha ice cream, red beans, corn flakes)
What makes it special: A tiny Westchester creperie doing big, customizable, affordable crêpes all day.