The best French cuisine restaurants Canada

Olivia Lévêque has taken up the torch from her parents and offers a tempting card. You can enjoy good small dishes such as braised lamb shank, a large plate of fish bouillabaisse-style or crispy sweetbread. The house has been specializing in offal for over 40 years. On the sweet side, the choice will be difficult: Chartreuse iced nougat on raspberry coulis, crème brûlée with the flavour of the moment, chocolate temptation and its tarragon parfait... Bonus: all the breads are homemade.

A beautiful brasserie, classic, and famous since its opening in 1931. It is said that today the stars of the world of arts and sports like to get there to nibble a piece. Around a marble table, under the fan blades and in the characteristic hubbub of bistros, it is nice to look at business lunches, friends and lovers. In winter, you'll be advised of the hot onion soup that is right! In summer, chicken liver salad, tasted on the terrace, is very valuable. The specialties of the house are suitable for all seasons: beef tartar, calf liver, boudin to apples. The service is very effective.

If the little rue Sault-au-Matelot seduced you, l'Échaudé will amplify your affection. An establishment that plays in the big league, thanks to its elaborate, tasty cuisine and a wine list dictated by love. The menu features top-quality products, delicately chosen and pampered by the accompaniments: sweetbreads with foie gras, cherry and cocoa, duck leg confit with potato cake and cipollini onion, or blood sausage and scallops with chanterelles, plum and pancetta. All served with kindness and professionalism.

Small, friendly and unpretentious, in the image of the Tolkien character, this bistro is a gem. Large bay windows and stone walls, combined with contemporary decor, give the place a very cool look. The menu changes with the seasons: gourmet starters (fish rillettes, beef tataki, etc.), bistro dishes with local flavors (pork chop from Boucherie Turlo, boudin from grandma Thérèse, etc.), decadent desserts... Breakfasts are also well worth the detour.

A hip and popular restaurant specializing in bistro-style cuisine. Chef David Janelle, a native of the region, likes to juggle flavors and quality products: bison gravlax from Ferme Junique au sapin, sweetbread walnut puff pastry with Hydromel du Fjord, roast duck breast from Québec, blueberry tart from Lac-Saint-Jean, etc. The menu is rounded out by an excellent wine list. An excellent wine list completes the picture. An address not to be missed, where the emphasis is on regional products (the restaurant is a member of the Ambassadeur Zone Boréale network).

Flavors, elegance and cheerful chatter are the order of the day. This renowned restaurant serves excellent cuisine, like these bites of salmon and beef tartare. It's so good, it makes you want more! Delicious rack of lamb with gratin savoyard and French peas, or lovely pan-fried milk-fed veal chop with morel mushroom sauce and rattes in duck fat. A fine wine list and successful desserts show that here, attention to detail is paramount. A message received by Montreal's relaxed, bourgeois clientele, and we understand!

The restaurant ONE relies on the deserved reputation of its chef and offers a cuisine whose quality and refinement are in line with its price: high. The atmosphere follows the trend of the moment in this upscale neighborhood, with a decoration that is both design and warm. All the trends in cuisine are represented, in a high-end version. If you can afford it, we recommend the steaks, including the famous 40-ounce (2.5-pound) Tomahawk, as well as tasty side dishes such as caviar, oysters and pan-fried foie gras.

A veritable gourmet institution for the past 15 years, Restaurant Auguste offers rustic, meticulously-crafted cuisine showcasing tasty Eastern Townships products. The restaurant's classics include the famous inverted poutine, homemade black pudding, risotto dishes, duck in all its forms, and pudding chômeur à l'érable et glace Coaticook, all of which follow the rhythm of the seasons and new arrivals. The clientele is made up of many regulars, which bodes well for the future.

The fine team at Les Affamés is constantly renewing its menu, offering dishes with local flavors based on seasonal ingredients. The cuisine is inspired by the traditions of the world, with dishes such as halibut steak with Israeli couscous with sweet peas and lemon confit, or mussel and chorizo gnocchi with broccoli, tomato confit sauce and shavings of Grana Padano cheese. And let's not forget the famous Ferme Fournier burger, a star dish at Les Affamés. A fine selection of desserts too.

An excellent address where regional products take pride of place. Located just a few steps from the "sea", and with additional space on the^2nd floor, it's the ideal place to enjoy platters of cheese, charcuterie, smoked fish and side dishes, which you assemble yourself. It also serves as a gourmet grocery store, offering cheeses, sausages, baguettes, coffees, wines and more. When it comes to hops, you'll find nothing but "home-grown" products. Fine Quebec spirits, wines and cocktails are also on the menu.

Dyan Solomon and Eric Girard, co-owners of the famous Olive+Gourmando, opened Foxy in 2015. Unlike its big sister, which works morning and noon, Foxy is more of a night spot, offering charcoal and wood-fired cooking with a homemade philosophy. Meat and seafood products are very popular, not forgetting starters such as homemade feta cheese or the famous flatbread. The decor is muted and subdued, "halfway between a hunting lodge and a speakeasy " as Ariane Krol of La Presse aptly put it.

The restaurant Les Sales Gosses is the offspring of Patrick Simon and Jeff Pettigrew. The two co-owners have acquired solid experience in several establishments in the Quebec City and Montreal area, one in the kitchen and the other as a sommelier. We offer you here a refined and tasty cuisine, influenced by France and Italy, with a good supply of seasonal and Quebec products. In the dining room, black and white dominate in a refined atmosphere, and we particularly like the large bar where it is nice to lean back, a glass of wine in hand

A relaxed, lively neighborhood bistro, with a cheerful atmosphere. It offers a varied menu featuring the great classics of bistro cuisine: garlic snails, pan-fried foie gras, bavette de cheval (very popular), steak-frites, homemade ribs, fish & chips, tartares (salmon, beef)... There's also a fine selection of pastas and pizzas, and several other gourmet specialties, such as poutine with duck confit and calvados sauce, a delight. Special mention for the well-stocked wine list.

This magnificent 1901 house offers an unforgettable experience of relaxation, refinement and gastronomy. Chef Truchon's table is a hymn to flavors and local products. Specialties include tartares, foie gras from Ferme Basque, black pudding, Charlevoix lamb, fish and local cheeses. The wine list is the perfect complement to this culinary adventure. Also worth discovering: the cozy accommodations of his inn and his new lounge restaurant and tapas bar next door, L'Île Mystérieuse.

How would you describe this inviting, multi-faceted place? First, it's a friendly little eatery with a tasty menu that focuses on local products (young Island beef tartare, sea bass burger, Pied-de-Vent cheese poutine, Les Trésors du Large oysters, Island beer ribs, etc.). Then there's a bistro where you can enjoy a drink with friends, with a menu of craft beers including, of course, those from À l'Abri de la Tempête. Finally, you can also sleep in one of the six rooms on the^2nd floor.

Brasserie Bernard, an essential institution in the chic and vibrant Outremont district, is brilliantly run by the Holder brothers, a reference in the city. This elegant brasserie transports us into the atmosphere and flavours of Europe. The great classics are on the slate and the menu makes room for local Quebec products, notably the Quebec cheese plate. A wide selection of wines and spirits is offered. The summer terrace adds to the many pleasures of this choice establishment.

If your culinary experience encompasses much more than the content of the plate, if you need to excite other senses than taste and smell, then you will need to reconsider your sense of priorities. Because behind this unattractive building is one of the best French restaurants in the city. The kitchen is very refined and courteous service. A classic address in Ottawa.

Bloomfield Public House is the kind of facility we'd all want in our neighbourhood. Installed in the former village bank (the door of the vault is still there), it is presented under two distinct entities: on one side a café with its large garage door opening onto the terrace, and on the other the restaurant with its industrial-chic look. The Prince Edward region is the featured culinary region, with local dishes that vary with the seasons and arrivals, not to mention the delicious products from the artisanal smokehouse.

The brainchild of Stephen Beckta, who is also at the helm of Beckta Dining & Wine and Gezellig, Play Food & Wine offers a slate of small dishes with a penchant for cheeses and charcuterie. The inspiration in the kitchen is undeniably European, but everything is concocted with very Canadian products, whenever possible. To accompany these little delights, a very extensive wine list completes the experience (a nice selection of wines by the glass), and for each dish, a wine is suggested for the pairing.

Jamie Hodges and Amber Thom are behind this gourmet address opening in 2019. Formerly owners of the Juniper Cafe, they sold it to create their own eatery, established in the historic center of the city. With its beautiful Mid-Century style decor, it offers small and large bistro dishes, all concocted with seasonal foods from about 20 local farmers and producers. The wine list and cocktail list are worth a visit. Bonus: a wine store to take away, open the same days from noon to 6 pm.

Clearly one of the best restaurants in town, Hunter & Co. is a gourmet experience based on sharing. The chef and his brigade concoct all sorts of succulent dishes inspired by local products and flavors of the world. Oysters, charcuterie, roasted marrow bones, grilled cheese (the best in the world, it seems), braised beef cheek, duck dumplings and other delights are on the slate (possibility of a blind menu, chosen by the chef). The list of alcoholic beverages is worth mentioning, especially for the house cocktails.

Established in 2019 just a stone's throw from Parliament, Aiana is a high-flying address under the leadership of chef Raghav Chaudhary. And this is not his first try, as he has worked in renowned restaurants in San Francisco and Europe. Here, he draws inspiration from Nordic, European and West Coast cuisines, all with a distinctly Canadian twist in a "farm-to-table" spirit. For those who can afford it, the 10-course menu is a must, and it's worth the extra cost for the wine pairing.

The famous diners are these small unpretentious restaurants that can be found all over North America. We love them for their comfort food. Mira Mira has understood this, while updating the formula with a slate that, for lunch and dinner, oscillates between great classics (roast chicken, steak and eggs, hot chicken, etc.) and bistro dishes (yellowfin tuna, tagliatelle with mushrooms, etc.). However, the way everything is prepared stands out, the creativity is there. Also check out the weekend brunch menu, one of the best in town.

Perched on the ^38th floor of the Westin Harbour Castle Hotel, this high-flying restaurant is the first and only North American address of Michelin-starred chefs Alfonso and Ernesto Iaccarino. This fine Italian cuisine restaurant was awarded a Michelin star for the first ever edition in Toronto in 2022. Needless to say, the experience here is impeccable and decidedly gourmet, not to mention a breathtaking view of the city skyline , harbour and Lake Ontario. If you want to treat yourself, this is the place to come!

Opened by the team behind The Wren, a gourmet address next door, The Wood Owl is more of a wine bar, supported by a cuisine that perfectly matches the wines offered. You can enjoy a pan-fried entrecote with romesco sauce and salsa verde of charred shallots accompanied by pommes allumettes and a good glass of Malbec. That said, the menu does not only offer French-inspired dishes, but also Spanish, Korean and South American. Mention should also be made of the home-made charcuterie.

Welcome to the table of renowned chef David Adjey, in his new location in Little Portugal. As the name suggests, French cuisine is in the spotlight here, including bistro classics such as oysters, beef tartar, snails with cream and Armagnac, a cheese and charcuterie board, bouillabaisse marseillaise and the famous steak and French fries. The desserts are in the same line, going from the crème brûlée to the tarte Tatin. In short, you will not be disoriented, all in an atmosphere that smells good home.

Nestled in a lovely house in Wellington Village, Stofa is the gourmet address of Chef Jason Sawision, who has worked at such high-profile restaurants as Atelier (Ottawa) and Canoe (Toronto), and won gold at the Canadian Culinary Championships in 2012 and 2016. Here, he offers a constantly changing five-course menu that draws from a variety of culinary traditions. Canadian products are in the spotlight, especially game, with ingredients from all over the world sprinkled in.

In a chic and immaculate atmosphere, La Chronique's colourful menu tends to explore the very limits of French cuisine. Chefs Marc De Canck and Olivier de Montigny break free from traditional shackles and create dishes with new flavours. Aromas and tastes are pushed to such a degree that the palate loses its bearings. Beautiful wine list. When cooking becomes such a highly artistic material, we can then speak, without question, of one of the best tables in Montreal. To be discovered!

Paris Paris holds its reputation as a wine bar. As soon as you step in, you can't miss the displays of bottles prominently placed behind the bar. That said, to accompany your glass of wine, you need some specialties to nibble on. Not surprisingly, there is a nice selection of cheeses (many imported from Europe) and homemade charcuterie. Oysters are also on the menu, as well as beef tartar, dry-aged beef sirloin and lobster spaghetti. To be discovered!

This restaurant at the Prince of Wales Hotel serves fine French-influenced cuisine. The chef creates his cuisine based on the availability and freshness of local produce, with a menu that varies with the seasons. The Victorian style dining room will immerse you in a royal atmosphere where you will enjoy delectable dishes and let yourself be served like a king for a moment. Tea service is available upon reservation daily from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm, as well as on certain evenings during Candlelight Tea.

Opened by the team behind the now-defunct Brothers Food & Wine, 20 Victoria offers a gastronomic experience in an intimate setting of about 20 seats. Chef Julie Hyde is at the helm of the kitchen, highlighting regional products from Ontario and the rest of the country, which vary according to season and arrival, with a clear preference for fish and seafood. The open kitchen allows you to see the team at work, all in a chic but no-frills setting. Reservations are required.

Toronto's renowned chef Lorenzo Loseto serves up a cuisine of unprecedented richness. The dishes are delicate and the food literally melts in your mouth. The explosion of flavours reaches its peak with the five, seven or ten course gourmet menu (vegetarian versions also available), which can be enhanced with a wine pairing for an experience that lives up to the reputation of the establishment. We have no hesitation in recommending this restaurant for a truly memorable dining experience.

Definitely an address that will please the gourmet night owls. The place oscillates between restaurant, bar and nightclub. The decor honors the name of the establishment with its stylized wooden trees and its enchanted forest on the walls. On the plates, Chef Guillaume Daly and his team create dishes where raw and grilled meats take center stage (mention the AAA Tomahawk to share). To take the experience a step further, enter the hidden bar to enjoy a delicious cocktail in the atmosphere of a speakeasy.

The atmosphere is exactly that of an American diner, but revisited in a rather original way: long wooden counter with stools, lamps of all kinds, mismatched chairs, bottles and preserves from another era, deer head, knick-knacks as varied as they are numerous... As for the à la carte menu, you can order several small dishes to satisfy your stomach: smoked mackerel spread, oysters according to arrival, beef tataki, marinated salmon, 12-inch hot dog (a big star on the menu) or whelks with herb butter and parmesan.

The chef and his team prepare exceptional cuisine. The menu offers a limited choice, but the dishes on the menu are all succulent. The wine list offers the best wines of the region. An ice wine will perfectly accompany your dessert. For our part, we were tempted by the foie gras as a starter, as well as the Atlantic black cod and the AAA beef filet as main courses. The experience was memorable, we still have fond memories of it!

Right in the heart of Old Montmagny, this beautiful stone inn, dating back to 1847, offers bistro dishes, tartars and poke bowls as varied as they are imaginative, gourmet burgers and poutines, classics on the grill, seafood, cheese and charcuterie plates, and more. The menu's composition is a veritable hymn to flavors and the pursuit of quality, with a touch of international inspiration. The accompanying wine list is highly elaborate and will appeal to all tastes. A great place to treat yourself.

A chic, friendly neighborhood wine bar and restaurant that's been tastefully imagined. The atmosphere is that of a place of friends, as evidenced by the terrace, which is always cheerful on summer evenings. The wines, natural or otherwise, are accompanied by small snacks such as the unmissable smoked meat roll with sauerkraut and Emmental cheese, or seasonal dishes such as duck and chanterelle ravioli. The quality of the products is a must for the chef, and it shows. On the other hand, portions are rather small and the meal can be a tad expensive.

We love the superb white decor, with a few islands of greenery here and there, but above all its partly glazed roof and greenhouse which, in addition to making the place extremely bright, give the impression of being on a terrace whatever the season. The old garage door also opens onto one of the restaurant's rooms, reinforcing this impression. The place offers several concepts: a weekend brunch spot, an evening restaurant with a menu rich in regional products, and a refreshment bar with cocktails and organic wines. A must-see!

Here is a brasserie with crazy charm, with its wood-covered walls, all in relief, where blackboards display the menus, and where modern meets rustic. Les Enfants Terribles is a famous name in the Montreal area. If all its addresses are not the same, the one in Outremont still has a certain charm. You can, for example, enjoy the spectacle of life in Outremont behind the large bay windows, while tasting a knife cut beef tartare with parmesan crumble and basil oil. A well-known address.

A trendy gourmet address nestled in a historic building in the Hull district, Sans Façon offers something for the thirsty and the hungry. On the plate, dishes to share like the seafood tower, raw dishes like tartare and oysters, and heartier fare like rack of venison and wild mushroom risotto. In the glass, a superb selection of classic and signature cocktails, as well as an extensive wine list including organic and natural wines imported privately. An excellent place to treat yourself!

Having swapped premises with its little brother Larrys, the restaurant now operates in a smaller room with a cosy ambience. So it's in a decor of dark, coppery tones that the magic happens. The menu, true to form, promises a wealth of new discoveries: tripe with pine nuts, winter radish and chili gorria, double ravioli with liver and poultry heart, or doré with sauerkraut, leeks and sausage with smoked whelks - just a taste of the regularly changing menu. Lawrence continues to outdo itself year after year!

This restaurant is by far our best gourmet address in the area. On the menu, bistro-style cuisine with a Québécois and maritime accent: seafood chowder, beef cheek poutine, honey pecan-crusted cod, braised venison stew... For two, we recommend the surf & turf plate, featuring filet mignon and lobster tail. In addition to its tasty dishes, the restaurant's reputation is built on its magnificent terrace overlooking the St. Lawrence River, with lounges for relaxing on sunny days.

A member of Relais & Châteaux and awarded a Michelin star, the table of Ontario chef Patrick Kriss will delight the most gourmet among you. Among other things, he trained with starred chef Daniel Boulud in New York and in France with Régis Marcon and Troisgros. The cuisine is impeccable French gastronomy based on regional products. No à la carte menu, here you get the total gourmet experience with a tasting menu that is constantly renewed. Other establishments to discover: Alobar Yorkville and Aloette.

A true family affair, chef-owner Charles Gignac's gourmet haunt hopes to "put the chef's hat back on" without emptying our wallets. And when you look at his professional background - he did an internship at Alain Ducasse's Beige restaurant in Tokyo - you can't help but be excited about the gastronomic experience to come. On the plate, a French-inspired cuisine where local and seasonal products are the order of the day. For the full experience, we recommend the Experience menus, both in the evening and for brunch.

A superb riverside address! Close to Parc de la Plage-Jacques-Cartier, this restaurant attracts crowds with its large, beautiful terrace overlooking the St. Lawrence. City dwellers looking to get away from it all meet here for aperitifs (5 à 7) over a shared plank. The restaurant also offers a gourmet brunch not to be missed, and salsa evenings to stretch your legs. Try it before or after a stroll along the river. Other branch in Lévis (seasonal resto-terrasse).

In the lobby, the women are dressed in fur and the doormen stand straight in front of the huge one. Inside the restaurant, it's like being in Mad Men. No doubt about it, you are in one of the most chic restaurants in Toronto. You can have lunch here without breaking the bank, and some of the brunch dishes are also affordable, so why deprive yourself? Come and enjoy a little luxury. This is the place to be. For an aperitif, we suggest the d|Bar next door, which is also run by Chef Boulud.

Restaurant Chez Hackle is a real institution. Local dishes and traditional French cuisine cooked from father to son since 1956. It serves fish, seafood, barbecue and game. A map of affordable wines.