Diners' Choice: French restaurants in New York State

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Updated 05 December 2024

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Bistro Ete

4.9

4.9 (948)

$50 and over

French

Southampton

About the restaurant

Bistro Eté is everything you long for in a restaurant tucked away in a quaint spot in The Mill Center. Transformed by Interior Designer Karen Gorman to reflect an understated chic and comfortable style that transports you to the Coast of France. This unpretentious dining experience celebrates food and wine in a setting for all the senses yet does not compete with the flavors.

Chef Arie, inspired by his Cypriot heritage, formal training at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris and his years working under Two Star Michelin Chef Philippe Da Silva in Provence, presents cuisine reflective of this coastal style. Longtime customers can still indulge in his classic dishes such as escargot, striped bass with champagne truffle sauce and his own dry aged steaks. Of course Chef Arie’s menu will include many mouthwatering vegan and vegetarian dishes driven by altering his favorite recipes for his vegetarian wife.

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JasonVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Impeccable. Fun atmosphere. Great cocktails and wine list. Food is executed to perfection. Had the Osso Buco and Foies Gras , it was fantastic. Staff is extremely friendly, professional and knowledgeable. Try the new Hot Chocolate on the dessert menu, it was the best I have ever had.

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Continuing Restaurant Week

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Foie Gras Friday's

La Coquille

4.9

4.9 (1161)

$50 and over

French

Manhasset

About the restaurant

While honoring the great traditions that La Coquille was built on, we are in the midst of taking things to another level!

Now, and moving forward, our guests will enjoy two great concepts. On one side, we are dishing up a provocative selection of modern European cuisine… On the other, a bar and lounge… serving an eclectic mix of Tapas, and the finest cocktails anywhere.

Combined, we offer something for everyone. Whether it’s a stylish dinner for two, or a casual gathering of friends… we know what you like!

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Weina

Dined 5 days ago

We have been to this restaurant several times. Always like the food and services.

Sage Bistro Moderne - Woodbury

4.8

4.8 (1252)

$31 to $50

French

Woodbury

About the restaurant

Offering delectable French cuisine, a welcoming atmosphere, and a skilled staff, you won't want to miss this experience!

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BruceVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Can be loud at times and a little cramped. Onion soup is the best around. So are the escargots.

Brasserie

4.8

4.8 (306)

$30 and under

French

Massapequa

About the restaurant

Coming Soon!

Opening 7 Days for Dinner and Sunday Brunch - Starting September 24th

Chef Aless had been cooking French food in NYC at Mon Petit Cafe, her NYC family owned business until 2017. She then opened a successful catering company that's still going strong. She joined forces with her husband Justin a successful NYC restauranteur to create Brasserie.
Signature dishes are "Parisian" specialties such as Steak au Poivre, coq au vin and seafood towers. The couple also serves "American" fare with a French twist like the bistro burger and other amazing treats like mussels and fries.

Chef Aless was featured on Food Networks Chopped!! Google the "snails episode"

The restaurant vibe and decor is a replica of both Parisian and NYC French brasseries. The hospitality is both inviting and professional.

The food is simply perfection as Chef grew up on her grandparents vineyard in France and French food comes naturally.

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JoAnn

Dined on 19 Dec 2024

We had a delicious dinner at this quiet little gem in Massapequa. Appetizer - Escargot was seasoned to perfection. Dinner - Chicken Cordon Bleu, Beef Borganion, Trout Almondine, all had a beautiful presentation & were so tasty. Staff were so accommodating and friendly. Chef Aless even came to our table. It was a wonderful birthday celebration for my sister. We will be going back.

Hunter The Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (612)

$50 and over

French

East Norwich

About the restaurant

An innovative bistro that’s bringing a new twist to classic French and Spanish Mediterranean cuisine to the table. Our chef driven menu, amplified by market inspired specials, transforms contemporary ingredients into modern expression.

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Ronald

Dined 3 days ago

Food was excellent ! Server was knowledgeable and very respectful ! We had a great table I invited my brother and his wife and they were very impressed as it was their first time. It was a great place to spend Christmas Eve. Thanks!

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4.8

4.8 (28)

$31 to $50

French

Bedford

About the restaurant

Welcome to La Crémaillère.

La Cremaillere is a French fine dining restaurant since 1947 located in an original 1750 farmhouse.

Located about 40 miles north of Manhattan, a stone's throw from Greenwich, Connecticut.

La Cremaillere restaurant has an intimate and European decor with a fresh approach to the hallmarks of quintessential French cooking and dining.

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Snowden

Dined 7 days ago

The restaurant was full of festive customers. The food was outstanding; John Parra manages the people to perfection. Service team anticipates what you need and what you could desire. This is a great destination.

Aperitif Bistro - Rockville Centre

4.8

4.8 (832)

$30 and under

French

Rockville Centre

About the restaurant

Bienvenue!

You can now experience the best in French bistro cuisine a mere stone's throw from our sister restaurants Sage Bistro in Bellmore and Persil Restaurant in Oceanside, where our experienced chefs conspire to whet your appetite.

With our wide selection of wines and spirits, and offering brunch, lunch and dinner menus, Aperitif Bistro & Wine Bar is a principal player in the Rockville Centre's emerging culinary identity and we are ready to welcome you.

Whether you sample our taste-teasing mid-day fare or enjoy a cocktail with early afternoon appetizers, or a good Côtes du Rhône with a traditional bistro dinner, whether you patronize our scrumptious weekend brunch, engage us to cater a special event, or bring your office for a breakfast or luncheon meeting, you will find something to love.

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Neal

Dined 3 days ago

Great food - friendly service - low noise level and warm environment - always great

Sunflower Café & Bakery

4.8

4.8 (101)

$31 to $50

French

Bayport

About the restaurant

Sunday supper all day from 12PM-7PM & Brunch 12PM-3PM!
Join for a BASTILLE DAY CELEBRATION YOU CAN TASTE Friday - Sunday, July 12-14th!
Parties of 5 or more should CALL (631) 472-9090 to make a reservation with us!

Chef Stacé of Sunflower Café is keeping the tastes of France in Bayport, serving authentic French Cuisine with fragrant and farm fresh ingredients. Enjoy an absolutely delicious selection of French classics like Moules Frites, Clams Casino, French Onion Soup, and our signature homemade Quiches. On Sunday you can look forward to an early dinner of Escargot, Oysters Rockefeller, Frog Legs, Rack of Lamb, succulent Roasted Duck L'Orange, or a juicy Steak Au Poivre. Our beautiful patio is breezy and charming, with a warm glow in the evening. Tables are where life happens; we look forward to welcoming you to ours!

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WilliamVIP

Dined 1 day ago

This is our second visit and it surpassed our first one which was right after they opened. I highly recommend trying it. U won’t be disappointed

The Bocuse Restaurant at The Culinary Institute of America

4.7

4.7 (4405)

$31 to $50

French

Hyde Park

About the restaurant

Sleek and strikingly contemporary, The Bocuse Restaurant is named for the most famous chef in France, Paul Bocuse. Here, CIA students re-imagine the execution of classic French cuisine through the lens of ultra-modern cooking techniques under the instruction of world-class faculty. Enjoy casual yet sophisticated service alongside an exceptional French wine list and innovative cocktail program during your unique and exciting dining experience.

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Vikki

Dined on 17 Dec 2024

As usual, the food , service , ambiance and overall experience was superb.

La P'tite Framboise

4.8

4.8 (1383)

$31 to $50

French

Port Washington

About the restaurant

La Petite Framboise is a local favorite in Port Washington. We serve classic bistro fare in a comfortable and welcoming environment.
IMPORTANT:
OPENTABLE reservations are for INDOOR dining ONLY. If you would like an outdoor seating, please call us at (516)767-7164.
Our outdoor seating area is very small, so we are not able to adapt to guest requests on OPENTABLE.

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Robert

Dined 3 days ago

The hachis parmentier sauce was soupy, though the scallops, shrimp and mushrooms were excellent. Appetizers , entrees, deserts otherwise reported delicious. Packed, high background noise, holiday crowd.

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