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Renaissance, Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Renaissance

4.8
4.8
119 Reviews
$31 to $50
Traditional French

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
Pure white Haussmannian wall panel moldings, gold mirrors, marble bistro tables, herringbone floors, green velvet booths…

…The sweet perfume of Rosemary, Thyme, Toasted Baguette, Truffles, Boeuf Bourguignon served by an elegant waiter…

…Melodies from Serge Gainsbourg and Edith Piaf are playing in the back, you love these songs, you try to guess the words…

…A Champagne bottle suddenly pops. You hear that very typical sound of 1500 years of French history in a bottle.

You have landed in Paris.

But are there palm trees in Paris?

Is it the Seine River? Why do you see a white sandy beach on the horizon? Are we in Paris? Or are we in “Floride”?

Come and see for yourself.

You are eating at Renaissance tonight!

Miam! Bon Appétit.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Traditional French, European, French
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (850) 830-7754
  • Website
    https://www.renaissancefrench.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Experiences

  • New Year's Eve 2024

    USD 180.00 per person

    31 Dec 2024 only
    BONNE ANNÉE! Join us at Renaissance French Restaurant on December 31st, for a Classy, Parisian Style New Year's Eve Dinner Experience! To ring in 2025, Chef Mel has curated an exceptional and festive prix-fixed, 5-course meal, full of rich and decadent flavors from France. Caviar, Oysters, Truffles, Foie Gras... paired with the best Wine or Champagne of your choice...it will be an evening you will never forget! Reservations ONLY! 5pm OR 7:30pm seatings. $180/person, tax & gratuity not included (Complimentary Champagne Apéritif & Surprise Amuse-Bouche included with your dinner) If you or your dining companion(s) have dietary restrictions or any questions, please contact info@renaissancefrench.com or by phone at (850)833-7745.

Menu

Winter Menu '24

Hors d'Oeuvre

  • Demi Baguette & Beurre en Bonbon USD 8.00

    Demi Baguette with French Imported Charentes-Poitou AOP Salted Butter

    • La Soupe à l'Oignon USD 16.00

      Classic French Onion Soup, Gruyère Gratiné, Port, Egg Yolk

      • Velouté d'Asperges USD 12.00

        Asparagus & Roasted Garlic Soup, Crostini

        • Assiette de Fromages USD 18.00

          Our selection of 3 French Cheese, all servings 1oz, Confiture de Figue, Cornichons

          • Le Paté Royal au Sauternes USD 16.00

            Duck, Pork & Goose Paté, Toasted Bread, Onion Jam and Whole Grain Dijon Mustard

            • Trio d'Oeufs USD 18.00

              Deviled Eggs Trio: Caviar, Duck Proscuitto, Anchois

              • Escargots de Bourgogne USD 16.00

                6 escargots from Burgundy with Parsley Garlic Butter, served with sliced Baguette

                • Duo de Foie Gras USD 24.00

                  Duck Foie Gras Torchon with French Brioche & Truffle Mousse de Foie Gras with Shaved Black Truffle, Fig and Onion Jam, See de Guérande, Piment d'Espelette

                  • Caviar et ses Blinis USD 95.00

                    1oz. Royal Siberian Ossetra Caviar served with Crème Fouettée and Blinis

                    Plats

                    • Salade NiçoiseUSD 18.00

                      Mixed Greens with Cherry Tomatoes, Capers, Black Olives, Anchois, Hard Boiled Eggs and Olive Oil Dijon Dressing

                      • Coq au Vin USD 34.00

                        Chicken slow cooked in Red Wine served with Fingerling Potatoes, Wild Mushrooms, Smoked Diced Bacon and Confit Pearl Onion

                        • Carré d'Agneau à la ProvençaleUSD 40.00

                          Herbes de Provence and Honey Rack of Lamb, Ras El Hanout, Gremolata, Ratatouille and Israeli Couscous

                          • Saumon Façon Troisgros USD 38.00

                            Norwegian Salmon Flash-cooked, Sorrel, Champagne and Lobster sauce, Riz de Camargue, Asparagus & Salmon Caviar

                            • Confit de Canard de luxe USD 39.00

                              Duck Confit with Foie Gras sauce and Black Summer Truffles, Duck Fat Roasted Potatoes, Piment d'Espelette, Truffle Salt, Wild Mushrooms & Fig Glaze

                              • Filet Steak Frites USD 59.00

                                8oz. Beef Filet Mignon, served with Confit Shallot and Herbs de Provences French Fries. - Add Truffle Butter $6, Sauced Trois Proivres (Peppercorn) $5, Garlic Parsley Butter $4, Sauce Foie Gras $8

                                • Ribeye Steak FritesUSD 74.00

                                  14oz Reserve Ribeye served with Confit Shallot and Herbs de Provences French Fries. - Add Truffle Butter $6, Sauced Trois Proivres (Peppercorn) $5, Garlic Parsley Butter $4, Sauce Foie Gras $8

                                  Last updated: 10 December 2024

                                  What 119 people are saying

                                  Overall ratings and reviews

                                  Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                  4.8
                                  4.8 based on recent ratings
                                  • 4.9Food
                                  • 4.9Service
                                  • 4.8Ambience
                                  • 4.7Value

                                  Noise • Moderate

                                  Loved For

                                  • Northwest Florida

                                    Best Overall

                                  • Northwest Florida

                                    Best Food

                                  • Northwest Florida

                                    Best Service

                                  • Northwest Florida

                                    Best Ambience

                                  • Northwest Florida

                                    Best Value

                                  • Northwest Florida

                                    Neighbourhood gem

                                  • Destin

                                    Best Overall

                                  • Destin

                                    Best Food

                                  • Destin

                                    Best Service

                                  • Destin

                                    Best Ambience

                                  • Destin

                                    Best Value

                                  • Destin

                                    Neighbourhood gem

                                  • Destin

                                    Great for fine wines

                                  • Destin

                                    Romantic

                                  Review summary

                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                  Renaissance is a delightful slice of Paris in Santa Rosa Beach, offering an authentic French dining experience. Guests rave about the "amazing" food, "excellent" service, and intimate ambiance. Signature dishes like duck confit and escargot receive high praise, while the charming decor and friendly staff make it a must-visit.

                                  119 Reviews

                                  1. Fernando

                                    VIP

                                    Dallas

                                    14 reviews

                                    5.0

                                    14 reviews

                                    Dined on 15 December 2024

                                    1. Overall 5
                                    2. Food 5
                                    3. Service 5
                                    4. Ambience 5
                                    Outstanding cuisine and service. Natasha and Valerie are always extremely attentive. Thank you Reinassance team. Merry Christmas!
                                    RenaissanceResponded 6 days ago
                                    It is always a pleasure to see you and your beautiful family! Thank you for this wonderful review!!! We look forward to seeing you following your travel. À bientôt :)

                                    1 person found this helpful

                                  2. PATRICK

                                    VIP

                                    New Orleans

                                    34 reviews

                                    4.0

                                    34 reviews

                                    Dined on 14 December 2024

                                    1. Overall 4
                                    2. Food 4
                                    3. Service 4
                                    4. Ambience 4
                                    Great little gem on 30a. Small intimate space (definitely make a reservation during the busy season). Great ambience and decor. Friendly service, small but focused menu. Wine selection is great however cocktails are not available due to what I assume is a lack of proper liquor license? They only offer premixed canned mixed drinks. The service was pleasant and not rushed which was a nice change of pace from most places that want to turn tables quickly. The portion sizes were perfect in that we were totally satisfied without feeling stuffed or still hungry. We would definitely return but would go for a cocktail first somewhere nearby
                                    RenaissanceResponded 6 days ago
                                    Hello Patrick! We are so glad you enjoyed your experience at Renaissance last night. Thank you for this review! Per Florida law in our county, our restaurant is too small to be able to have a full liquor license. Premixed drinks with the right % are the only cocktails we are allowed to have with a wine and beer only license. We wish we could have it all but it is out of our control. We are so glad you appreciated our wine list as everything on there is selected with care. We look forward to serving you again soon!! Merci beaucoup!

                                    1 person found this helpful

                                  3. Mark

                                    Tallahassee

                                    1 review

                                    5.0

                                    1 review

                                    Dined on 8 December 2024

                                    1. Overall 5
                                    2. Food 5
                                    3. Service 5
                                    4. Ambience 5
                                    Wow, glad I found this little gem. 3 of us came to eat for my son's Birthday. We ordered 3 different appetizers, and 3 different meals. My wife ordered the short rib, my son ordered the Duck Confit, and I ordered the Pompano with Lobster and champagne sauce that was to die for. The wife of the chef is the one who took great care of us. She mentioned the new menu is coming out next week, A good reason to return.
                                    RenaissanceResponded 6 days ago
                                    Mark thank you so much for this wonderful review! It was pleasure to have you and your family done with us at Renaissance. We look forward to seeing you all again!

                                    1 person found this helpful

                                  4. Mike

                                    VIP

                                    Fayetteville

                                    2 reviews

                                    5.0

                                    2 reviews

                                    Dined on 1 December 2024

                                    1. Overall 5
                                    2. Food 5
                                    3. Service 5
                                    4. Ambience 5
                                    Wonderful jewel on 30A! Food and service is top rate!!! Has become one of our favorite places to dine.
                                    RenaissanceResponded 6 days ago
                                    Merci beaucoup Mike!! We appreciate your continuous support!!

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                                  5. OpenTable Diner

                                    Tallahassee

                                    1 review

                                    5.0

                                    1 review

                                    Dined on 22 November 2024

                                    1. Overall 5
                                    2. Food 5
                                    3. Service 5
                                    4. Ambience 5
                                    Renaissance is one of the best restaurants in the 30a and Destin areas. It has a unique atmosphere , decor, and menu. It is truly authentically French. Everything I’ve ordered for my dinner meals has been wonderful. Additionally, the wine list offers many French wines for every occasion and budget. I highly recommend Renaissance as a refreshing experience that’s one of a kind in the 30a and Destin areas.
                                    RenaissanceResponded on 27 November 2024
                                    Thank you!! Merci x1000 for this wonderful review of Renaissance!! It’s always a pleasure to see and serve you and we appreciate your continuous support. We look forward to seeing you soon - à bientôt !

                                    1 person found this helpful

                                  6. Amie

                                    VIP

                                    Mobile

                                    20 reviews

                                    5.0

                                    20 reviews

                                    Dined on 17 November 2024

                                    1. Overall 5
                                    2. Food 5
                                    3. Service 5
                                    4. Ambience 5
                                    We had a lovely experience at Renaissance. The ambiance is perfection. The food was exquisite. The owner and chef are knowledgeable regarding food intolerances. Highly recommended.
                                    RenaissanceResponded on 22 November 2024
                                    Hello Amie ! Merci for this review :) we appreciate you and look forward to serving you again.

                                    1 person found this helpful

                                  7. bob

                                    New York City

                                    5 reviews

                                    5.0

                                    5 reviews

                                    Dined on 2 November 2024

                                    1. Overall 5
                                    2. Food 5
                                    3. Service 5
                                    4. Ambience 4
                                    Wonderful food and service, but very hard to have a conversation bc of the noise
                                    RenaissanceResponded on 22 November 2024
                                    Merci!!

                                    1 person found this helpful

                                  8. Tara

                                    Philadelphia

                                    7 reviews

                                    5.0

                                    7 reviews

                                    Dined on 19 October 2024

                                    1. Overall 5
                                    2. Food 5
                                    3. Service 5
                                    4. Ambience 5
                                    We had a wonderful time and the food was excellent.
                                    RenaissanceResponded on 22 November 2024
                                    Merci Tara!!

                                    1 person found this helpful

                                  9. David

                                    VIP

                                    Nashville

                                    12 reviews

                                    5.0

                                    12 reviews

                                    Dined on 16 October 2024

                                    1. Overall 5
                                    2. Food 5
                                    3. Service 5
                                    4. Ambience 5
                                    Wonderful family owned and run authentic French elevated bistro. The baguette and butter is imported from France and is legit. The dining room is cozy and charming. The menu has all the classics - the onion soup is the real deal and the confit de canard falls off the bone. Highly recommend!
                                    RenaissanceResponded on 22 November 2024
                                    Merci David!!

                                    1 person found this helpful

                                  10. OpenTable Diner

                                    Orlando

                                    1 review

                                    5.0

                                    1 review

                                    Dined on 12 October 2024

                                    1. Overall 5
                                    2. Food 5
                                    3. Service 5
                                    4. Ambience 5
                                    We’ve been wanting to try this so thankful we were finally able to it was so delicious. We will be back

                                    1 person found this helpful

                                  FAQs

                                  Renaissance is rated 4.8 stars by 119 OpenTable diners.

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                                  2 people
                                  7:00 pm
                                  Booked 10 times today
                                  Experiences are available.
                                  Google Map for Renaissance

                                  118 Spires Ln unit 2a, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459-8775

                                  Additional information

                                  • Area
                                    Santa Rosa Beach
                                  • Hours of Operation
                                    Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
                                  • Price
                                    $31 to $50
                                  • Cuisines
                                    Traditional French, European, French
                                  • Dining style
                                    Casual Elegant
                                  • Dress code
                                    Business Casual
                                  • Parking details
                                    Street Parking
                                  • Payment Options
                                    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                  • Additional
                                    Beer, Corkage Fee, Wine
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