Location: San Jose
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Where to eat French food in San Jose: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Reviews on French food in San Jose, California, United States. Welcome to bustling San Jose, where Silicon Valley meets Spanish history and modern edifices sit alongside meticulously restored 19th-century buildings. Such is the contrast of this city rich in tradition and, thanks to the tech industry, just plain rich. Five star-hotels and fine restaurants line the streets of the restored downtown area, and the cultural scene is thriving with museums, theater and art to rival any world-class hub. Don't miss the Tech Museum of Innovation, an exploration of Silicon Valley and its impact on the area. History buffs will relish the old mansions and can delve into the city's past at the History Museum of San Jose. Save time for a round of golf or the locals' other favorite pastime, sipping coffee and people-watching at a crowded cafe.
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8. Elyse Restaurant
Overall Ratings
5 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By Robert H
I ordered the âSeafood Trio in Bisque Sauce,â which was pan seared salmon filet, prawns, pork and shrimp wontons, served on a bed of garlic seasoned noodles with a seafood bisque flavor. This meal was excellent. I absolutely loved it. And it was very much unlike any meal I have eaten at other restaurants. Congratulations to the chef and owner. I was tempted to order an interesting appetizer and soup as my entire meal (mushroom tartelette and American Wagyu Pho soup simmered for 10 hours!); perhaps during my next visit. The waitress was very helpful in explaining each offering on the menu about which I asked. The menu choices are quite different than most restaurants so I needed help to understand. The owner is polite and cordial. I think Elyse is one of the very best restaurants in San Jose and the whole of the South Bay. The interior is quite attractive, classy, but not overstated. Customers will fit in if they are dressed up or if they are casual. My personal recommendation is not to wear shorts, but that is my idea, not the ownerâs. This is also a restaurant to which I would not bring little kids. The night I had dinner, Elyse played background music that was perfect for the setting and not very loud so it was easy to have private conversations with your dining partners. Elyse serves only dinner starting at 5:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday.Parking is either street or structure; however the VTA light rail stops right in front of Elyse so think about that option.
7. Left Bank Brasserie Santana Row
Overall Ratings
4 based on 640 reviews
Left Bank is an authentic Parisian-style brasserie located in San Jose's vibrant Santana Row, a place to see and be seen. Open since 2003, Left Bank transports guests to a quaint brasserie in Paris, where diners feast upon classic French cuisine in a char
Reviewed By Weism
A lovely evening in a wonderful restaurant with a terrific atmosphere. The food was quite good, and the prices were reasonable. The service was very competent, and we enjoyed ourselves sitting outside in a cafe atmosphere with a ready heat lamp above if needed. Nice meal!Hello,Thank you so much for the feedback, we look forward to serving you again soon!Thank you,Andrew ByersGeneral Manager(408)[email protected]
6. Black Sheep Brasserie
Overall Ratings
4 based on 78 reviews
Black Sheep Brasserie is located in the heart of downtown Willow Glen, featuring a mix of modern Californian and classic French inspired cuisine composed of seasonal ingredients. With an eclectic and restrained French varietal wine list, local and foreign
Reviewed By 229RobertD
Couscous and halibut steaks. Vegan and vegetarian dishes. And yes, they also offer a New York Strip Steak. The portions are not large but I know the portions served were adequate. Actually, I was quite full when I left. The halibut was tasty. It could have used an aeoli sauce or something. It was a bit bland. One does not need as much food as a person is served in a typical California restaurant. BSB serves a smaller amount and everything is a la carte. I liked the variety on the menu. It is a creative one. The service was pretty good. It was pretty busy on the avenue on a Tuesday night. The outside dining option was a pleasant choice on this occasion. I would eat here again.
5. Left Bank Brasserie Santana Row
Overall Ratings
4 based on 640 reviews
Left Bank is an authentic Parisian-style brasserie located in San Jose's vibrant Santana Row, a place to see and be seen. Open since 2003, Left Bank transports guests to a quaint brasserie in Paris, where diners feast upon classic French cuisine in a char
Reviewed By Weism
A lovely evening in a wonderful restaurant with a terrific atmosphere. The food was quite good, and the prices were reasonable. The service was very competent, and we enjoyed ourselves sitting outside in a cafe atmosphere with a ready heat lamp above if needed. Nice meal!Hello,Thank you so much for the feedback, we look forward to serving you again soon!Thank you,Andrew ByersGeneral Manager(408)[email protected]
4. Le Papillon
Overall Ratings
4 based on 179 reviews
Reviewed By James_Hytner
Some things were excellent (service, menu options, lobster, sea bass, soup, tenderloin) and some things were not (all the salads, bread, scallops, deer and the soufflé.). Good wine options at reasonable prices.We truly appreciated the Chefâs menu choices and creation and plating. The portion sizes were more than adequate (when it came to salads and desserts - smaller portions but higher quality would have made this a 4 star review.) We also felt that the pricing reflected the fact that they knew it was not going to be a five star execution (I would certainly pay a higher price if all 4 courses were 5 Star.)Iâm glad we went and I would suggest that everyone experience Le Papillon for themselves.
3. Left Bank Brasserie Santana Row
Overall Ratings
4 based on 640 reviews
Left Bank is an authentic Parisian-style brasserie located in San Jose's vibrant Santana Row, a place to see and be seen. Open since 2003, Left Bank transports guests to a quaint brasserie in Paris, where diners feast upon classic French cuisine in a char
Reviewed By Weism
A lovely evening in a wonderful restaurant with a terrific atmosphere. The food was quite good, and the prices were reasonable. The service was very competent, and we enjoyed ourselves sitting outside in a cafe atmosphere with a ready heat lamp above if needed. Nice meal!Hello,Thank you so much for the feedback, we look forward to serving you again soon!Thank you,Andrew ByersGeneral Manager(408)[email protected]
2. La Foret Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 270 reviews
Located in Almaden Valley, La Foret is a fine French dining establishment in a creekside, old country setting.
Reviewed By anilt413
Superb atmosphere. We ordered the special for the day and a buffalo entree, both were excellent. Absolutely cooked to perfection with exquisite taste to each. Service was outstanding, our waiter was polite, fast and friendly. This was our first time here, it will not be the last.
1. Left Bank Brasserie Santana Row
Overall Ratings
4 based on 640 reviews
Left Bank is an authentic Parisian-style brasserie located in San Jose's vibrant Santana Row, a place to see and be seen. Open since 2003, Left Bank transports guests to a quaint brasserie in Paris, where diners feast upon classic French cuisine in a char
Reviewed By Weism
A lovely evening in a wonderful restaurant with a terrific atmosphere. The food was quite good, and the prices were reasonable. The service was very competent, and we enjoyed ourselves sitting outside in a cafe atmosphere with a ready heat lamp above if needed. Nice meal!Hello,Thank you so much for the feedback, we look forward to serving you again soon!Thank you,Andrew ByersGeneral Manager(408)[email protected]
