French Cuisine: 12 Restaurants Found
Bistro St. Tropez
Address: 2400 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Before Patou came to Old City with its ultra-hip appeal, Patrice Rames already had a Philadelphia success nestled atop the Marketplace Design Center in Center City. Since 1987, Bistro St. Tropez has been serving Philadelphia foodies the finest of French food, and has given five-star French spots like Le Bec Fin some stiff competition. In Bistro St. Tropez you will find the illusion of Provence amidst simple elegance, classic French cuisine, and a predominately French wine selection—all presented with Rames’s signature classic style that gives Philly a true taste of France.
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Brasserie Perrier
Address: 1619 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
French food gets comfortable in a chic Walnut Street restaurant. Opened in 1997 by Georges Perrier, famous for his work at the renowned Le Bec Fin, Brasserie Perrier is an exploration of international cuisine with enough versatility and authenticity to please any palate. The classic Art Deco interior is bright and lively and boasts a pleasant aroma of rich onion soup and sweet chocolate desserts. The bar and lounge is a perfect retreat for 30-something professionals interested in a smart cocktail and tasty after-work treat, while the formal dining room offers a more lavish culinary experience for Brasserie Perrier’s loyal patrons.
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Caribou Café
Address: 1126 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Paris descends upon Philadelphia at Caribou Café Restaurant, an authentic French Bistro located in Philadelphia’s Theater District. Burnt Orange walls host vibrant French posters and black and white photographs, which transport diners to the streets of Paris. The menu of traditional French Bistro fare includes Pâté, coq au vin, and escargot at lunch and cassoulet and boeuf bourguignon at dinner. An extensive wine and beer list includes 22 wines by the glass and 40 specialty beers. Combine the authentic French fare, lively ambiance, and fantastic wine and beer selection and it is easy to understand why Caribou Café was named Best French Restaurant by Philadelphia Magazine in 2004.
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Nan
Address: 4000 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Nan restaurant is a true testament to the diversity and complexity of Philadelphia’s culinary landscape. Nan is located near University City, and although its location on 40th and Chestnut is certainly not bustling with restaurants and bars, Nan is a destination spot worth traveling to. Through tactfully marrying classic European and traditional Thai cuisines, chef/owner Kamol Phutlek achieves true gastronomic modernity. One small dining room, minimalist in style and casually elegant in demeanor, provides an atmosphere perfectly conducive to long conversations and or lingering over a fine meal.
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Tangerine
Address: 232 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Forget crisp, white tablecloths and predictable three-course meals. Life is too short to be spent adhering to dining norms, and no one understands this concept better than legendary Philadelphia restaurateur Stephen Starr. His Old City gem, Tangerine, throws tradition out the window, aggressively pursuing a more creative culinary angle. While the menu is filled with traditional Mediterranean dishes, Executive Chef Todd Fuller’s preparations offer a unique take on classic favorites, keeping customers coming back for more. From grilled octopus salad to Merguez kabobs, fresh flavors and worldly spices abound at this trendy local favorite.
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