French Restaurants near Berkeley, CA

“One of our all-time favorites. We go every year for our anniversary and often several more times a year with friends. It’s a part of my history so it holds a very special place in my heart and I will always return to the magnificent food service, and people that make the legend that it is.“

“I absolutely love their crepes! Especially their buckwheat gluten free options!“

“The food was excellent. The wine was delicious. The service hit just the right note. Great care was taken over gluten-free issues. And all in a wonderful setting. They were busy so we did wait a while for our food and it was a tad noisy, but in no way did this spoil, the evening.“

“The interior is surprisingly very spacious. Menu has a great variety of items but I decided on the salmon avocado toast & standard latte for breakfast. Both were great & the sandwich ingredients tasted fresh. Great for people watching as you enjoy your morning drink.“

“Nice people and good food~^^“

“I used to love grégoire. The food has gone downhill though. It’s the kind of place that I’ll go once a year and like it less and less. The puffs are great, but they discontinued the sauce I liked:( anyway, give it a try and see for yourself.“

“Delish food, good drinks, friendly & great customer service. Reasonably priced“

“A beautiful blend of flavors and textures. I'm giving a 4 because it's my first time there and I'd like to see what's next on their seasonal menu.I went here for my birthday so my media has no labels. I was pleasantly surprised with each of the dish that we had. Each item had their own uniqueness to it and I love how original the flavor combos were. I personally like going to restaurants that have an assembly operation in front of you because it's cool to see how these dishes beautifully come together.I will say the dessert was a very refreshing yet satisfying touch. Hibiscus ice cream on top of a rose apple with a buttermilk foam. Like...just wow.Highly recommend for a special occasion or just treat yourself. Well done chef, I'll be coming back.“

“Hands down THE best croissant in San Francisco. But they have so much more than that. Pates, quiches, desserts - and they all look so Parisian. Walking in is an exercise in self control. But the good news is, if you do cave in, it’s worth it!“

“One65 was an amazing discovery on our trip to San Francisco. Having spent the first half of our life in Montréal, Québec, Canada where it was hard to find a bad restaurant, we were absolutely amazed by this Bistro which looks more like a high end dining experience. The menu online & the photos attracted us to this location but we were amazed by the well timed service, the crisp white tablecloths, the table setting and the pleasant and calm atmosphere. My choices of charcuterie platter was perfectly sized; the chicken & the pork rillettes where a wonderful surprise. My husband had an onion tart with the crust as perfect as they get & which I envied. He loved his halibut, moist and tender and I raved over my grilled half lobster, so tender that I found myself munching on the shell parts as well. My bread pudding was not of overwhelming size & perfectly flavored. Don chose the Affogato (scoop of vanilla gelato « drowned » with a shot of hot espresso). We wanted to go back today but they are closed on Sundays.?“

“O by Claude Le Tohic is a Michelin-starred restaurant, nestled on the fifth floor of ONE65, is the crown jewel of Chef Claude Le Tohic's culinary empire. It offers a multi-course tasting menu, with both five and nine-course options available. Each dish is a work of art, a symphony of flavors and textures designed to tantalize the taste buds. Imagine starting with a generous trio of caviar, each paired with a different type of freshly baked bread, whetting your appetite for the culinary journey ahead. Every element on the plate complements the others, creating a harmonious and unforgettable experience. The desserts are unforgettable and the menu has a large list of non-alcoholic mocktails. If you're a foodie, a Francophile, or simply a discerning diner looking for an unforgettable night out, O by Claude Le Tohic is a must-try. Be prepared to be impressed by the innovative cuisine, the impeccable service, and the luxurious ambiance.“

“Was a tad skeptical at first because this restaurant was located in the lobby of the Hyatt and because I sat in the lounge instead of the main dining room, but could not be more impressed. Service was fantastic, atmosphere was incredible with live piano performance, the cocktails were deep, complex, interesting, and innovative, and the food was astounding.Of all things at a French restaurant I chose to have the burger as my main entree and it very well may have actually been the best burger I’ve ever had. Would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone staying at the Hyatt or close by!“

“Have loved this place since it opened and though we live in the south bay, whenever we're in SF, we can always rely on this place because the food is always very fresh and innovative, the service is relaxed and unobtrusive, and the convenience to get back home is a quick 5 minutes to the freeway home and we're back in Los Gatos in 50 minutes after a day in SF. We've tried just about everything on the menu and have never been disappointed.“

“Great food & customer service“

“As an Asian I normally don’t go for sandwiches. This place, however, has hands down the tastiest sandwiches in town. Bread is light, warm and fresh. All the food they offer is of quality. I accidentally stumbled into this cafe when I had some errands downtown and I am glad to have discovered this little gem.“

“Very intimate atmosphere, excellent food and attentive service.“

“A bite of Paris in the heart of Downtown SF. Breads are fresh, meats are plenty, and the love in the preparation of the food is felt at each table. The menu was as joy to browse over to see what I will come back to get next. Thank you Chef Michael for the wonderful meal!“

“Excellent food. The staff was all very friendly and helpful and the food itself was just perfect. Can’t wait to go back and try more things!“

“Great food and service! Special atmosphere“

“We opted for the Restaurant Week menu. We tried the beef tartare, both entrees of the fish and pork chop (shared) and both desserts. The food was delicious, the portions huge, and the service was great (quick and attentive). We would definitely go again.“

“Best crepes in SF! They do catering too:)“

“Food was excellent, especially the filet mignon and seafood pasta. Service was quick and friendly as well!“

“This was a truly wonderful and exceptional experience. My husband and I could not have asked for a better birthday celebration. The staff was so warm and welcoming and attentive and the food and wine was, of course, incredible. It was a one-of-a-kind evening that we’ll cherish.“

“What an incredible find! By all rights this should be a Michelin 1 star restaurant. Funky, vegetable forward and friendly like AL's Place (RIP) or Cafe Olli in Portland. The cocktails were dialed-in and delicious - nothing too sweet. The dishes were symphonies of both known and surprising flavors. Was that pickled cucumber noodles under the crab salad? I don't know, but I know it was delicious! Is that fish sauce in the beef tartare? Yes or no, it's incredible!The criticism I see online of this place is that the dishes are small - they aren't, for the quality. We were more than full with four dishes between two people, which in a regular restaurant would be 2 apps and 2 entrees. That's entirely reasonable! MY only criticism is that I wish there were more dishes served heated. The Fregola was so comforting - it needs some friends!If you have a last-minute date night, this is on a very short list of excellent options. Don't miss it!“

“Can't wait to go back! We went during SF restaurant week. We did the 4 course tasting menu with the wine pairing and it was so delicious. My friend tried different plates and I got to try some of his dishes too. Highlights Buttermilk fried Chicken, Dungeness crab toast, salmon, prime rib (+7 and worth it) and the Meyer lemon posset. Service was great. I love the restaurant space, you're not on top of other tables like some places.“

“What a pleasure to be able to take a tasty break in this place! There we met two extremely kind and attentive employees with whom I was able to talk about their country and who showed very delicate attention to us! in addition to very good quality products, we were able to appreciate an extraordinary sense of hospitality! Well done ! We will come back with great pleasure!Kid-friendliness: yes obviously with excellent products“

“Suzette Crepe Cafe is a great place to grab a coffee and get some work done. I stopped by on a Tuesday morning and there were plenty of tables to sit at. I like that there are a number of power outlets situated on the bench seating as well -- perfect for long work session. Though I did not try any of the food, the staff was nice, the atmosphere was quiet enough to focus, and Wi-Fi was fast (note: if you have either T-Mobile or AT&T as your cell phone carrier, you will not have great service in this area, so definitely connect to the Wi-Fi over trying to tether).“

“I’ve died at Perle now about four times. Chef Rob Lam and staff do a great job. I took some photos and wrote about my August 2023 visit on @TalesoftheCork. Highly recommend, and will return.“

“I had the Kusama+ lunch package.It's one appetizer and one main dish.Very good deal if you have SFMOMA membership.We also ordered cocktails and tried their dessert, & everything is wonderful.Love the Maitre d.She's amazing , super observant & kind.Love all the staff here, the bartender gave us another bubble when we are taking some Instagram photos and the first bubble popped and gone for the beautiful salmon appetizer. ( Maitre d noticed that and offer another bubble❤️??)It's packed when we were there at noon time so better make reservations.“

“Heaven for this vegetarian! Veggies on their tartine gourmand is heaven and $10 and I didn't finish it all. The bread was firm enough to finish it for an afternoon snack. My partner loved the breakfast Sammy and the fresh fruit that came with it is a great deal!Vegetarian options: Even for delivery you can name special requests which is rare so no problem to take the goat cheese off the tartine and make it vegan.Dietary restrictions: They take special request and offer simple but delicious options with fresh delicious grilled veggies and hearty tasty soft bread“

“Menu remains great, food is back to very good French brasserie standards. My very favorite all alone lunch spot.“

“I stopped by on a Monday afternoon, and was the only customer in the store. I love that they charge $5.50 for a chicken banh mi. It seems like all the other banh mi places in the Bay Area charge outrageously for $10+, and this is one of the last few decently-priced banh mi places. The ladies working here are really nice old ladies. They even asked me if I want jalapeño in my sandwich, and left me alone to eat in peace when I sat at one of the tables enjoying my fresh and crispy banh mi sandwich.“

“Quick service and friendly staff“

“We were very impressed with our server and the manager, who came by to introduce himself and check on us a few times. He was willing to turn down the music a bit because my mom was having trouble hearing. Full respect.I am picky and I try to keep things pretty healthy. I saw a mushroom ravioli on the menu with a cream sauce and I asked the waitress if there was a chance of no cream sauce but yes olive oilShe went to the kitchen, checked, and came back with a yesSo I ordered that and then when it got to me it was not thatShe said, "they did a vegetable broth give it more flavor. I'll check back to see what you think"She did not check back and I chose to not speak up about it but as I think it through, I would next timeI wish I had asked for a cup to drain it into(I know, completely gauche but still)And asked for a side of olive oil and just made what I wanted at the tableThat way they wouldn't waste the ravioliI asked what the spring sautéed vegetables were and she came back with a list and I said "awesome, because I don't like carrots" and she said "nope, no carrots"You can see where this one is going. Voilà! A plate of vegetables including carrotsThat, I sent back guilt freeI want to be clear that I wasn’t mad about that. We are all humans and I make mistakes too. I had the sense that a carrot delivery had just arrived and they decided to throw them on, not knowing about the previous discussionI still wholeheartedly recommend the restaurant and would go back, but if things weren’t as I asked for them I would be quicker to request a fixMy mom and friend both loved what they gotVegetarian options: I’m going off of memory, there were definitely sides of things like sautéed spinach and mashed potatoes, the mushroom ravioli that I got, I believe there was a cheese fondue. I had the sautéed vegetables. You could definitely cobble something together without getting an entrée“

“Been going here for over 30 years, nice Quiet and great food“

“Awesome food and service. We enjoyed it very much“

“Fabulous food! Enjoyed the atmosphere and our waiter was quick and courteous.“