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- 1775 Broadway, Midtown West 10106
- 212-956-1775
François Payard Bakery
Third-generation pastry chef François Payard mixes it up in Columbus Circle with this ultra-high end bakery. Covers the basics well—madeleines, macaroons, the best baguettes you've eve... read more
- 362 W. 53rd St., Midtown West 10019
- 212-581-2400
La Silhouette
When Tito met Sally—former Le Bernardin hands Rahman and Chironis join forces on a modern midtown bistro. Kitchen turns out fine French with global accents. Signature risotto of wild snails a... read more
- 92 Madison Ave., Murray Hill 10016
- 212-889-7100
Millesime
Soaring bi-level space inside the Carlton Hotel retains classic original skylight, mosaic floor, mahogany bar. Versatile venue welcomes the hoi polloi to the downstairs lounge, with wine bar and li... read more
- 310 W. 44th St., Midtown West 10036
- 212-803-4545
Ça Va
English is French. Eligible bachelor bounces back with versatile brasserie in the InterContinental. Sleek main dining space augmented by private rooms, lounge, market and café. Serves all th... read more
- 15 W. 56th St., Midtown West 10019
- 212-777-7773
Má Pêche
The Momofuku empire expands north with well-vetted Ssäm Bar toque Tien Ho at the helm. Franco-Vietnamese cuisine, squid salad and bánh mì for the business set. Bustling "green" (... read more
- 405 E. 58th St., Midtown East 10022
- 212-935-9100
Bistro Vendome
Cozy Sutton Place townhouse serving bistro classics. Serious classics: think escargot, pâté, cassoulet, and sole meuniere. Expand your culinary horizons with parmentier, a beef cheek s... read more
- 60 W. 55th St., Midtown West 10019
- 646-943-7373
Benoit
Maybe Alain Ducasse is mortal after all. New York outpost of venerable French chain can't seem to find its footing. Neighborhood brasserie is the goal. Daily specials nod at chef Chef Pierre Schaed... read more
- 151 E. 58th St. , Midtown East 10022
- 212-644-0202
Le Cirque
Long Live He Who Survived the '80s: Sirio Maccioni is revered by foodies, chefs, nostalgia freaks, and service industry types alike. Then why the long face, or the solemn renovation a couple years ... read more
- 790 Eighth Ave., Midtown Manhattan 10019
- 212-489-2233
Pigalle
When you're sick of Italian and "new" American for your Midtown food fix, trek on over to Eighth Avenue for a proper meal of well-executed French classics. Open early, open late, you'll get the cla... read more
- 10 Columbus Circle, Midtown West 10019
- 212-823-9335
Per Se at the Time Warner Center
Discreet and intimate, with stunning attention to detail by Thomas Keller of Napa Valley's much-revered French Laundry. Warm elements of stone and wood contrast with the larger building's harsh mir... read more
- 130 E. 57th St., Midtown East
- 212-688-3939
Opia
Young professionals, pre-theater crowds, and self-aware movers 'n' shakers sedate themselves with copious amounts of booze and eye contact. French with modern American slant. Grilled lamb on Morocc... read more
- 55 W. 44th St., Midtown West 10036
- 212-391-2400
db Bistro Moderne
Memorably issued humble proclamation of "best burger on earth." Seems smallish, but you'll have a hard time finishing it: juicy, savory, and perfect, with Ding Dong-style truffle and foie gras fill... read more
- 630 Ninth Ave., Midtown West 10036
- 212-333-2323
Marseille
Chill at the bar until the theater crowd scoots, then snag a sidewalk seat and pretend you're from Cassis instead of Caldwell. Menu's more pan-French than Marseille-specific, gets creative with ver... read more
- 1 Central Park W. , Midtown West 10023
- 212-299-3900
Nougatine
Jean-Georges's little nugget next to his Trump International flagship. Long bar ensures less formal scene, but food's every bit as inventive. Prix fixe three-course lunch is the way to go, with sea... read more
- 9 W. 57th St., Midtown West 10019
- 212-829-0812
Brasserie 8 1/2
A midtown favorite, although setting trumps food. Léger stained-glass mural looms overhead while you inhale abundant poached-lobster salad. Delicious underage eats like grilled baby octopus and roa... read more
- 411 Park Ave. So., Kips Bay 10016
- 1-646-355-2975
Les Halles
Anthony Bourdain’s not-so-confidential brasserie dedicated to good meat. Breezy feel transports you to Latin Quarter, except for all the suits stuffing the banquettes. No, Mr. Bourdain is not sauté... read more
- 414 W. 42nd St., Midtown West 10036
- 212-594-1925
Chez Josephine
Former Theater Row massage parlor converted to convivial French bistro by adopted sons of Josephine Baker. Long-running classic with Parisian feel from plush curtains, chandeliers, tuxedoed waiters... read more
- 155 W. 51st St., Midtown West 10019
- 212-554-1515
Le Bernardin
Running on its reputation, but then that reputation is about as lofty as they come. Eric Ripert is more likely to be globetrotting than preparing the orange vinaigrette that tops your warm lobster ... read more
- 182 W. 58th St., Midtown West 10019
- 212-245-2214
Petrossian
A New York landmark around the corner from Carnegie Hall, where many of that venue's world-class performers come for opening night after parties. Time warped, but not in a bad way. Grand entrance g... read more
- 8 W. 40th St., Midtown West 10018
Maison Kayser
IN PREVIEW. Eric Kayser puts New York in good standing with Paris, Tokyo, and Dubai. Signature is the Baguette Monge—crusty on the outside, dense and oh-so-tasty on the inside. Bakery steers... read more
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