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10Best French
Biff's Bistro
(Restaurants - French)
4 Front St E, Toronto  M5E 1G4 • 416-860-0086
Distance: ~491 m *
        Description: DOWNTOWN. Owned by the Oliver Bonacini group (which also owns the much lauded Canoe and Auberge du Pommier), Biff's is a charming French bistro serving a traditional menu. Steak frites, duck confit, bouillabaisse and mussels Provençale are standouts, but there are additional options like braised rabbit, arctic char with celeriac and cabbage remoulade, and grilled quail. The prix fixe option is a great deal.
       

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Beerbistro
(Restaurants - French)
18 King St E, at Yonge St, Toronto  M5C 1C4 • 416-861-9872
Distance: ~0.580 km *
        Description: DOWNTOWN. If you're searching for a place where food is in abundance and beer is plentiful, then look no further than Beerbistro. The place gives off a lively, bustling vibe, but that doesn't mean you can't relax here. A traditional bistro, the restaurant serves up some great European dishes. A bowl of tasty mussels in a steamy beer broth will grab your attention while other funky favorites like the lobster quesadilla are enticing too. A trip to the bistro isn't complete without digging into their special collection of German and Belgian-wheat beers.
       

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Brassaii
(Restaurants - French)
461 King St W, Toronto  M5V 1K7 • 416-598-4730
Distance: ~1.164 km *
        Description: DOWNTOWN. Brasaii's contemporary gray and white decor takes its cue from the 1920s-era black and white photographic prints that line the walls. When combined with fantastic traditional French cuisine, the effect is a stylish dining experience that just may make you forget you're in Toronto. Starters include all the traditional favorites: escargots in garlic butter, onion soup, steak tartare, and mussels. Featured main dishes run the gamut from steak frites to salade Nicoise with seared tuna. Daily specials are reliably good as well, and desserts are sublime – try chocolate ginger truffle tart with caramelized mangos.
        User Rating: 10 / 10
       

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Le Sélect Bistro
(Restaurants - French)
432 Wellington St W, Toronto  M5V 1E3 • 416-596-6405
Distance: ~1.211 km *
        Description: DOWNTOWN. At this authentic Left Bank-style bistro found in the Garment and Warehouse District, diners indulge in classic dishes like duck confit and cassoulet while enjoying the strains of jazz music. The frites are arguably the finest this side of the Atlantic. Be sure to try the tarte tatin – comfort food at its finest. One of the best deals in town is Le Select's three-course prix fixe, available every night. Service is friendly and attentive; reservations are recommended.
        User Rating: 9.5 / 10
       

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Jamie Kennedy at the Gardiner
(Restaurants - French)
111 Queen's Park, Gardiner Museum, Toronto  M5S 2C7 • 416-362-1957
Distance: ~2.651 km *
        Description: DOWNTOWN. Considerably more sophisticated than the usual museum café, Jamie Kennedy’s Gardiner outpost is a delight. The contemporary setting is bright and airy with floor-to-ceiling windows, making it a refined midday escape for harried office workers, tourists and ladies who lunch. The menu changes frequently to take advantage of seasonal produce such as ramps and fiddleheads, and incorporates meats from regional farms, local artisanal cheeses, and the like. The trademark Kennedy fries are always available.
       

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Bonjour Brioche Bakery Cafe
(Restaurants - French)
812 Queen St E, Toronto  M4M 1H7 • 416-406-1250
Distance: ~3.272 km *
        Description: EAST TORONTO. On a small corner in Leslieville, the little Bonjour Brioche Bakery Cafe brings the taste of a true French patisserie to life. Known most for its brunch menu options, Bonjour is a great choice whether you crave a piece of quiche or the sandwich du jour. And if dessert is more your thing, the aroma of delicious pastries makes it hard to stop with just one. From the service to the setting, everything is simple and relaxed.
       

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Batifole Restaurant
(Restaurants - French)
744 Gerrard St E, Toronto  M4M 1Y3 • 416-462-9965
Distance: ~3.643 km *
        Description: EAST TORONTO. Casual, comfortable and cozy, Batifole serves traditional French fare situated in a former residence. Savor terrine de canard, a charcuterie platter, cassoulet, steak frites and other bistro-style fare, or enjoy something with a bit more contemporary edge. This place is tiny and popular, with closely spaced tables (much like a Paris bistro), and a certain lively buzz in the atmosphere – don't expect a quiet, romantic dinner!
       

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Grill at Scaramouche
(Restaurants - French)
1 Benvenuto Pl, Toronto  M4V 1H3 • 416-961-8011
Distance: ~4.240 km *
        Description: MIDTOWN. Adjacent to the much celebrated Scaramouche, this more casual sibling serves similar (albeit a bit less expensive) food in a slightly more casual atmosphere. The menu is mostly French, with touches of Asian and Italian influence. Start with duck spring rolls or spring vegetable risotto, then enjoy grilled quail, steak frites or fresh ravioli stuffed with beef, spinach and gorgonzola.
       

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Célestin
(Restaurants - French)
623 Mt Pleasant Rd, Toronto  M4S 2M9 • 416-544-9035
Distance: ~6.557 km *
        Description: MIDTOWN. Célestin offers both classic dishes and more contemporary ones, with a la carte options and a tasting menu. Try scallop ceviche, frog legs, braised rabbit ravioli, foie gras torchon, butter basted lobster, duck confit or seared venison. Follow up with pistachio floating island for dessert. Located right next door is the restaurant's bakery, where you can pick up a fabulous crusty baguette or some buttery croissants on your way home.
       

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La Petite France
(Restaurants - French)
3317 Bloor St W, Toronto  M8X 1E7 • 416-234-8783
Distance: ~11.143 km *
        Description: WEST TORONTO. Since 1986, the cozy and appealing La Petite France has been a popular place for budget-friendly fine dining. Start with traditional onion soup, seared foie gras with port sauce, or escargots. Classic main dishes include roast chicken with lemon ginger sauce, cassoulet, pan-seared flank steak with shallots, osso bucco, and trout amandine; most come with frites, a worthwhile splurge even for dieters. The prix fixe menu is a good value, and the respectable wine list has several affordable options.
        User Rating: 9.5 / 10
       

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