Best French Restaurants in San Francisco Bay Area

On time for our 5:30 pm reservation and greeted by staff, checked in and guided to our table. It wasn’t too crowded which I thoroughly enjoyed and the music was soft and mellow jazzy. Ordered our drinks and I had the hangar steak with French fries and it hit the spot. Would definitely return.

The food and service is good but the music is too loud. We had to yell across the table at each other.

Florio is a fantastic establishment!!! Amazing selection of food & wine, plus they make excellent cocktails. Every dish is delicious, from the tender ravioli, the light and airy croutons on the caesar salad, the steak is perfectly cooked. The service is impeccable and so friendly and knowledgeable about the menu and wine list. I highly recommended Florio to all!

Delicious French Onion Soup with just the right amount of cheese, and salt. We had Frites and sauteed spinach accompaniement. Perfect. High recommendation for PLB.

Tucked away on a charming side street in Cow Hollow is this delightful French bistro that has stolen my heart (and tastebuds!). The ambiance is warm and inviting with soft lighting that casts a romantic glow and cozy, charming seating (indoors and out) with views of the quiet neighborhood. The staff is incredibly friendly and attentive, making me feel right at home -- which is especially good since I spend about as much time eating at this restaurant as I do eating at home (I live across the street, and I am an awful cook!) But the true star of the show is the food. Every dish is flavorful, from the melt-in-your-mouth filet to the perfectly cooked coq a vin and duck confit. They also do a wonderful brunch with fluffy omelettes, quiche, eggs benedict, croque monsieur, french toast and more. And don't miss the frites -- they are great! The food portions are generous, and the ingredients are fresh and high-quality. Every meal I've eaten here has been delicious. If you're looking for a quintessential San Francisco French bistro experience, look no further! This hidden gem is a must-visit.