Best French Restaurants in Williamsburg
6 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Le Crocodile
A grand French brasserie where NYT-praised cooking meets hotel-lobby romance.
Notable Picks
#1
Le Crocodile
8.9
Le Crocodile is a French brasserie in the Wythe Hotel where roast chicken, steak frites, and precise bistro cooking are paired with soaring ceilings and candlelit banquettes. Locals treat it as a special-occasion classic for anniversaries and big nights out when they want serious food and polished service in a grand room.
Must-Try Dishes:
Half roast chicken with jus and fries, Steak frites with peppercorn sauce, Escargots with garlic-herb butter
What Makes it Special: A grand French brasserie where NYT-praised cooking meets hotel-lobby romance.
#2
Recette
8.7
A modern French-inspired menu with a touch of New American flair, offering creative dishes that highlight seasonality and fresh ingredients.
Must-Try Dishes:
Duck Confit, Foie Gras Toast, Bouillabaisse
What Makes it Special: French techniques with a modern twist, highlighting local ingredients.
#3
Francie
8.7
Vibes:
Luxury Dining Elite
Date Night Magic
Birthday & Celebration Central
Business Lunch Power Players
Michelin-starred brasserie at Broadway and Bedford where a crown roast of duck, handmade pastas, and a roaming cheese cart anchor a French- and Italian-leaning menu. Since opening in 2020, it has become a go-to in Williamsburg for elevated, special-occasion dinners.
Must-Try Dishes:
Crown Roast of Duck, Market salad, Handmade pasta of the day
What Makes it Special: Michelin-starred brasserie where duck, pastas, and an indulgent cheese cart headline.
8.4
A charming, unassuming French bistro offering rustic yet refined dishes in a cozy atmosphere, ideal for casual dining.
Must-Try Dishes:
Ratatouille, Croque Monsieur, Crème Brûlée
What Makes it Special: Simple, comforting French dishes served with care in a cozy bistro setting.
Worthy Picks
7.9
Long-running French bistro established in 2007, known for a leafy atrium dining room and a seasonal rooftop terrace. It’s a flexible pick for brunch, casual dates, and group meals built around steak frites, eggs, and classic bistro plates.
Must-Try Dishes:
Steak frites, Eggs forestiere, Lamb burger
What Makes it Special: Rooftop-friendly French bistro with a lush indoor garden and all-day menus.
7.7
French-Algerian cafe opened in 2006 by Chef Samia Behaya, serving tagines, crepes, and brunch plates in a cozy corner space on Bedford. Regulars treat it as a neighborhood living room for leisurely breakfasts and unfussy French-inflected comfort food.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken tagine, Omelette with market vegetables, Couscous royale
What Makes it Special: French-Algerian cafe from 2006 that locals treat like a second home.