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Nestled in the charming setting of Aérogare des Invalides in Paris, Chez Françoise offers an authentic French dining experience that captures the essence of Parisian elegance and culinary artistry. This cozy yet refined restaurant is a hidden gem, perfect for those seeking a memorable meal away from the bustling crowds. With its inviting ambiance, exquisite seasonal menus, and a reputation for impeccable service, Chez Françoise stands out as a must-visit destination for food lovers and travelers eager to indulge in authentic French cuisine.

Chez Françoise is renowned for its seasonal menu that showcases the best of French gastronomy. Diners can indulge in beautifully presented dishes like the lobster ravioli, where the rich, succulent lobster flavor is perfectly complemented by a delicate, flavorful sauce. The grilled sea bream served with roasted eggplant and a vibrant pomegranate seed garnish offers a taste of the Mediterranean with a French twist. Each plate is crafted with care, emphasizing fresh ingredients and sophisticated techniques that elevate the dining experience.

A standout feature of Chez Françoise is its intimate setting, tucked away from the busy streets, creating a perfect ambiance for romantic dinners or quiet gatherings. The restaurant's wine list is carefully curated, offering a selection of exquisite bottles that perfectly complement each dish. The veal, a highlight on the menu, is renowned for its tender, balanced flavor that embodies the essence of French culinary craftsmanship. The seasonal menu changes frequently, ensuring a fresh and exciting experience with each visit.

Chez Françoise is celebrated for its authentic French cuisine, intimate ambiance, and exceptional service, making it a top choice for both locals and travelers seeking a genuine Parisian dining experience.

To enjoy a refined French dining experience with seasonal dishes, a cozy atmosphere, and attentive service that makes every meal special.

Experience the authentic flavors of France in an elegant setting that promises a memorable culinary journey. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply craving exquisite French cuisine, Chez Françoise invites you to indulge in its seasonal menu and warm hospitality. Reserve your table now and discover why this Parisian restaurant continues to delight both locals and visitors alike.

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Beautiful little restaurant tucked away from all the crowds.

We both had the all-inclusive menu - great choices and each dish was delicious.  Dinner comes with a beautiful bottle of wine.

Not only was the price excellent everything about this restaurant was over the top - including the service.

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Came here for a last-minute dinner and booked a reservation online. I'd recommend reserving ahead, as the restaurant was nearly full even for our small party of two.

The food presentation is gorgeous, and the seasonal menu offers plenty of options. We ordered the croquettes, gnocchi, sea bream tartare, eggplant, veal, steak, and seafood ravioli. The veal was definitely the standout -- it felt like the most complete and balanced dish. The others were decent but lacked a defining element (citrus, salt, sweetness, etc.), so the flavors didn't quite come together.

The space itself is beautiful and provides a refined French dining experience. However, we skipped dessert as the savory dishes didn't leave us craving more.

Service was good overall. The host wasn't very accommodating when we tried ordering (both in English and French), which made things a bit awkward, but nothing too problematic.

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My friend used the Fork App to book the restaurant, it gives 30% discount off the Ala carte menu item. We ordered the Lobster ravioli & grilled sea bream with Aubergine. The lobster ravioli was good, you could really taste the lobster in the ravioli. Unfortunately the sauce for the lobster ravioli was a little salty.
The sea bream was extremely well done with a sliced of grilled eggplant & eggplant mash with peas shoots & pomegranate seeds.
They provided tuna as appetizer that comes with a sliced of bread crouton. Service was decent, we had no complaints. 
The ambiance of the restaurant was very nicely done. Although it's abit weird getting there, you have to walk downt to a flight of stairs & turn left into restaurant 
We ordered dessert too. Dessert was good, the Citron sorbet was good & refreshing , so was the white chocolate & Marscarpone cheesecake. They even served a complimentary thin sliced pound cake.
A thoroughly enjoyable meal, for 2 entree & dessert with the 30% discount, it cost us $54 Euros.
I did hear that the restaurant will be moving to Rue Amelie which will be an easy location to find.

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Really not good. No flavor. Disappointed. Every single meal was lacking any taste or flavor it was truly disappointing for our first meal in Paris

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3.5 stars. Upscale, romantic, classy - this (slightly hidden) gem made for a great experience! Service was excellent and though food was good, it was not the most memorable for the price point. 

Food: The plus- they were very willing to help me avoid gluten and dairy. They even had an online menu to suggest items by allergy! I enjoyed warm gluten free bread, scallops, and salad (as all the other sides were not allergen friendly). The others in my party cleaned their plates of lamb (highly recommended), mackerel (the fillets had bones), and  oysters, and raced about the cake. 

Service: Excellent! This was the best service I've experienced this trip (more than Paul Bocuse's restaurant!). What I most appreciated was the friendliness and attentiveness without being stuffy, condescending, or inconsistent among clients. Well done. 

Ambiance: Cozy but a great size for groups. I liked that you didn't have to dress over the top; it was comfortable, easy, and fun. 

For the service and overall experience, I would consider going again.

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After a long morning of visiting various tourist attractions, we stopped at the first lunch spot we could find. Upon arrival, we realized we were underdressed compared to the rest of the diners, but we still stayed and enjoyed our meal in the outdoor dining area. The location was a bit odd, as it was under an Air France terminal/office building.

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The four stars for this restaurant was quite misleading.  The location is a bit odd because it's inside of an Air France terminal.  The ambiance is great, very clean & accommodating as we did not speak the language.

Our table had the steak, duck, and truffle lobster pasta.  The savior was definitely the truffle lobster however the other two dishes did not fare as well.  It was lacking flavor and texture.  We ordered a bottle of the Bordeaux and was extremely disappointed.  It cost us a pretty penny and was not worth the visit.

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I went to Chez Françoise with a groupon for two menus parlementaires because I remembered the amazing food [that I could've gotten, but didn't]. It was for my friend's last day in Paris, so I thought that he deserved some really quality food - even if the service would be bad.

HOWEVER, there has been a complete change in service. It was absolutely incredible; the maitre'd was really nice and welcoming, and the waiter who served us was also quite good. He kindly explained what a "vacherin" was and he was patient and attentive. Near the end, service got a bit hurried because the restaurant was so full and there were so few waiters. We didn't get many refills on our water, but that wasn't really a problem. 

Our food ... my goodness. Just as amazing as I remembered, even though I got completely different things. I made an excellent choice with the millefeuille aux aubergines with ricotta and basil and sundried tomatoes - I have no idea how they did it, but it was the perfect combination of flavors and texture. After my first bite, I sat back into my seat, trying hard not to be clichéd by closing my eyes to enjoy it more. It was really quite fabulous. My friend got the terrine de lapin, which was also really good. Mmmmm. :) Strangely enough, the online menu says that those two appetizers are unavailable at night. That's not true because we got them. Whew. 

Our plats - we weren't that excited about them because they didn't sound that great on the menu, but we were pleasantly [and wonderfully] surprised. He got the plat du jour, which was some sort of meat with tagliatelle and champignons de paris sauce. His meat was deliciously tender and flavorful. Wow. I got a fish with a really good sauce - and the fish was cooked extremely well, too. Mmmm :) 

For dessert, I got the moelleux with the yogurt ice cream, and he got the vacherin. Both were excellent. The moelleux wasn't as good as I remembered it [even though it was still good], but the yogurt ice cream was really delicious. I totally loved it; I've never had it before. It was also served with three slices of rose-flavored pound cake. :D 

My friend got a rosé [recommended by the waiter] and despite our groupon, we were served cordially and kindly. Awesome. 
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After such a great experience at Chez Françoise, I decided to bring my brother back here ... two days later. Haha. I'm including this in this review because I'd only give it four stars this time, but I want my overall rating for Chez Francoise to still be five. 

They were as wonderfully nice as they were last time, even though we weren't well-dressed at all. [Last time, I was wearing a nice dress. This time, I was just in normal clothes]. When I asked if I could get just an appetizer [instead of a plat], the waiter was like "of course" so that was really great. I got the millefeuille aux aubergines again. :p My brother got the magret de canard with the green curry sauce. It was interesting, but he didn't enjoy it as much as the magret de canard with honey that he had the night before somewhere else. That was kind of a shame; I had to agree that the magret de canard was not that great. I had such great memories of the magret de canard I had here during Semaine du Goût, so that was a little disappointing. 

We got the strawberry and peach in a mint jelly with lemon sorbet and the rose-flavored pound cake again. SO GOOD. I think it's a brilliant idea, and they executed it perfectly and deliciously. The lemon sorbet was wonderfully tart and went really well with the sweet mint jelly and fruit. Nom nom. :) 

I'd totally recommend Chez Françoise, especially now that they've upped their service. Definitely make a reservation, though, and I wouldn't recommend the magret de canard with green curry unless you like that kind of thing.

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I had my birthday dinner here with my wife.  We had a very nice booth inside. Our wait staff was fantastic and very helpful.  We had dinner and dessert.  I had the chicken and asparagus and she had the salmon for our entrees.  One of my favorite meals so far.  We ended up with the creme brûlée and an apple tart that wee equally as tasty.

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Make sure not to come here looking like a tourist in shorts and t-shirt as the rest of the crowd will be dressed like the professional government workers they are.  They have a parlimentre menu for a reason.  It is not suprising that there are few tourists coming here as it is behind the Air-France building so someone walking around would not see it from the street.

The food was not amazing but it was very good.  I had a deal so got 50% off the normal 30 euro price for the three course meal but I would pay the full 30 euro in the future.

My steak was a little fatty but was cooked medium rare(a pointe in french) liked I asked for it.   The chocolate garnache dessert tasted recently made.

Service was good though do know your french as it helped with both the staff and the menu.

Chez Françoise: Top French Restaurant in Le Touquet-Paris-Plage

Nestled in the charming surroundings of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, chez francoise offers an authentic French dining experience that captures the essence of Parisian culinary artistry. This hidden gem provides a refined yet cozy ambiance, perfect for both casual outings and special occasions.

Hand-selected meats and seafood elegantly prepared to satisfy and surprise

Classic French desserts like silky creme brulee and refreshing fruit sorbets

Selection of fine French wines, local spirits, and refreshing cocktails to complement your meal

Exclusive seasonal tasting menus curated to showcase the best of French gastronomy

Savor authentic French cuisine at Chez Françoise in Le Touquet-Paris-Plage. Experience delightful flavors in a charming setting. Book your table now!

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Chez Françoise

Explore the culinary delights of Chez Françoise, a hidden gem nestled in the charming streets of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage. This restaurant offers an authentic French dining experience characterized by a refined ambiance and impeccable service. Known for its seasonal menus and meticulously crafted dishes, Chez Françoise is the perfect place for food lovers seeking quality and flavor.

A culinary haven in Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, Chez Françoise is celebrated for its seasonal French dishes, delightful wine selection, and warm, inviting atmosphere. Whether you're seeking a romantic dinner, a special celebration, or simply a taste of authentic French cuisine, this restaurant promises a memorable dining experience.

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