The best French cuisine restaurants New York

Chef Daniel Boulud, a true star of the New York restaurant scene, has struck again! With Le Gratin, his restaurant inspired by the bouchons of Lyon, he pays a wonderful tribute to his roots. This is where you'll eat the best quenelles in the city. The gratin dauphinois, the poultry liver salad and the snail and pig's feet crisps have nothing to envy them... We are also conquered by the setting, which echoes the old French-style brasseries. We leave satisfied and full.

A French restaurant, you guessed it, that offers all the goodies you'd expect, from sausage and pâté sandwiches to tarte Tatin and beef bourguignon. Served Friday through Sunday, brunch is an opportunity to enjoy great pancakes served with fresh fruit or equally tasty French toast. Brunch formula with unlimited mimosas. The dishes are very copious, no risk to leave with hunger in the belly. As for the small garden, it is very pleasant during the beautiful days.

Lucien is a good traditional French bistro. Here, everything smells French, starting with the décor: red skai benches, tables stuck together and covered with white tablecloths, vintage posters and advertising mirrors, etc. The menu is in line with the atmosphere, with Burgundy snails, onion soup and foie gras as starters, and traditional main courses: cassoulet, rack of lamb, pigeon, bouillabaisse and other delicacies. The only regret is that the wine list was a bit limited during our visit.

Founded in 2009 by Bernard Bachère, in Provence, this true French bakery now has two locations in New York State, including this one ideally located in the West Village. Here's the deal: baguettes that you can choose how they're baked, sandwiches including the inevitable ham and butter, and good pastries, at prices that are still pretty reasonable. Buy three loaves of bread or pastries, and the fourth is free. We're fans of the mini doughnuts with a spread!