5 to Try: French Bistros
By Citysearch Editors, San Francisco
Indulge in the epicurean sins of cream sauces and tons of butter at San Francisco's best restaurants for French fare.
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Cote Sud
4238 18th St, San Francisco, CA
A charming eatery dishes out an updated take on traditional French fare. -
Chez Spencer Restaurant & Bar
82 14th St, San Francisco, CA
California-French cuisine shines on a still-ungentrified block in the northeast Mission. -
Chez Papa
1401 18th St, San Francisco, CA
Hearty Gallic fare at a letter-perfect mock-up of a Parisian bistro. -
Chapeau!
1408 Clement St, San Francisco, CA
Decadent French food meets up with neighborhood charm at this upscale Outer Richmond bistro. -
Absinthe Brasserie & Bar
398 Hayes St, San Francisco, CA
A Hayes Valley hot spot with an upscale bar scene and a creative spin on classic bistro fare.
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Clementine
126 Clement St, San Francisco, CA
Chapeau's Philippe Gardelle takes the helm at this cozy and romantic French spot on Clement Street. -
Fleur de Lys
777 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA
A-list guests are cocooned in luxury at this modern French haven.

