San Francisco French Restaurants

After a sampling of the full bar, a half-bottle of Dry Creek Fumé Blanc is great with the first course. Try the deeply smoked salmon dressed with fresh... More about Fringale

Francophiles can dream of Brittany while savoring the wonderful crepes at the charming, Pascal Rigo-owned Galette. However, the real deal is the moules... More about Galette

Garcon encapsulates an old-world French Bistro with a casual and friendly atmosphere like one would find in France. Garcon uses familiar French dishes... More about Garçon

Enjoy the Hyde Street Bistro's charming French bistro fare featuring classics expertly prepared. Specialties include bouillabaisse, duck confit and hanger... More about Hyde Street Bistro

The dishes run from $6 to $17, and they're deceptively filling. Two of us filled up on four. True to its size, Isa is not a bank-breaker. The wine list... More about Isa

Jardiniere is that rare restaurant that proves how interior design enriches the dining experience, and it exudes a particularly celebratory quality in... More about Jardiniere

Acclaimed chef Phillipe Jeanty of Bistro Jeanty in Yountville fame has come in and spruced up the old Jack's menu. Jack's of course is the place where... More about Jeanty at Jack's

A good little French restaurant that has a great little a la carte menu. Perfect to satisfy that craving of French onion soup, pâté, and escargot.

French American bistro. Cozy, classy, and intimate atmosphere. A bit on the expensive side, but well worth it.  

After bringing Parisian flair to San Francisco's Belden Lane with Plouf, and conquering Potrero Hill with Baraka, Chez Papa, and Chez Maman, Jocelyn Bulow,... More about La Suite

Started in 1974 by brothers Pierre and Claude Capelle, Le Central has been open for over 30 years and holds the honor of being San Francisco's first French... More about Le Central