Top Best French Restaurants in Edison

"Founded by Michelin-starred chef Armand Arnal, Maman specializes in high-quality French cuisine at a bakery level price point. The cookies are made with sea salt, French chocolate, macadamias, almonds, and walnuts for a sweet and gooey treat you won't want to miss. Be sure to bring your camera to capture the aesthetics of this cute open air cafe."

"Stepping into this charming NYC bakery transports me to France and the Francophile in me rejoices every single time. Every detail, from the darling plates to the delectable baked goods make for a memorable experience. I’ve had a plethora of baked goods from Maman and have yet to be disappointed by a single item."

"Maman is an idyllic Fench Cafe and bakery serving breakfast with eight locations around NYC. Tribeca has the most spacious location with plenty of seating. Enjoy soup, salads, and sandwiches along with other brunch and breakfast favorites in a gorgeous heated outdoor setting."

"American chef Daniel Rose broke significant boundaries in 2006 when he took Paris, the home of fine dining, by storm with his tiny 16-seat restaurant Spring. His modern approach to classic French techniques was a huge hit and he returned to the US and opened Le Coucou where he has brought a once stale cuisine back into the limelight. There is a significant difference between Spring and Le Coucou."

"Walking into this beautiful Parisian restaurant will immediately transport you to Paris. Le Coucou features white tablecloths, tall windows, candles on every table, a menu full of complicated French dishes with names you might not always recognize. Designed by Roman and Williams, a New York City-based interior design firm, Le Coucou also has a stunning bar that would make for the perfect shot."

"Located on the ground floor at 11 Howard, Daniel Rose and Stephen Starr’s vision of classic French cuisine takes you back to the glory days of lavish dining and haute cuisine. With rows of chandeliers, lush banquettes, and an expansive open kitchen, Le Coucou provides a welcomed respite."

"After hibernating for the winter, this highly acclaimed Williamsburg brasserie (from the same team behind nearby Chez Ma Tante) is set to reopen this week. At Le Crocodile, chefs Jake Leiber and Aidan O’Neal serve French fare inspired by their favorite haunts in both Paris and NYC—and for their first weekend brunch service of 2021, the restaurant exclusively tells Thrillist that diners can expect the debut of two new seasonal items: oeufs en meurette with red wine, porcini, and bacon; and eggs florentine with spinach and artichoke. Finish it off with desserts from executive pastry chef Kimberly Ku including maple cream doughnuts, sticky banana date pudding, tarte au citron, and chocolate cake.How to book: Reservations are available via Resy for indoor dining and heated outdoor garden terrace dining."

"The gist: After hibernating in the winter and reopening this spring, this highly acclaimed Williamsburg restaurant (from the same team behind nearby Chez Ma Tante) is back to hold its place as one of NYC’s best brasseries. At Le Crocodile, chefs Jake Leiber and Aidan O’Neal serve French fare inspired by their favorite haunts in both Paris and NYC, and offer a dining experience that distinguishes it as one of the area’s must-try culinary destinations that feels grown up, fancy, and sophisticated in a neighborhood crowded with basic food spots.The food: French brasserie with an expansive menu of classics and more. Seafood starters include oysters; jonah crab with avocado and yuzu koshu; and pickled mussels with carrot, fennel, and coriander."

"Tucked away on the Upper East Side, on 60th street between Park and Madison, Daniel is one of the fifteen restaurants owned and managed by Chef Daniel Boulud. This Michelin two-star restaurant features contemporary, seasonal French cuisine in a setting that combines striking neoclassical architecture with elegant modern furnishings. The menu here is a symphony of the seasons, inspired by the traditions of French culinary heritage."

"If you really want to dazzle your date, Daniel is among New York City's most impressive restaurants, with inventive dishes and prices to match. The decor reflects Daniel Boulud's appreciation for Italian Renaissance design, but the menu features creative French cuisine. In the main dining rooms, you'll order from the four-course prix-fixe menu, so if you want to dine à la carte, head to the lounge area."

"65th Street and is one of the highest rated restaurants by customers. It serves French cuisine and has a great atmosphere. Daniel is the best place to go for fine dining options."

"Check out this New Orleans-inspired bar with an open garden and oysters. While it’s a bit more expensive than some of the other options on this list, you get the chance to belly up to their antique bar and enjoy craft cocktails, delicious bites, and a lot more."

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"Meaning “among the flowers” in Italian, Ai Fiori serves some of the best dishes in town. Celebrating Italian Riviera and French cuisine, it prides itself on its modern twists on classic dishes, such as vellutata (lobster soup, périgord black truffles and croutons) and blue crab spaghetti. Upon entering the restaurant, you’ll notice a beautiful white marble bar where the skilled bar staff serves up carefully crafted cocktails to seduce your palate."

"Located in the elegant Langham hotel, Ai Fiori dishes up French and Italian cuisine, highlighting their signature house-made pastas. Using seasonal ingredients, the chefs at Ai Fio..."

"There’s so much to be charmed by at this seasonal Soho restaurant that leans into a Southern Italian menu: The space is snug and bright, the staff friendly and knowledgable, and the team here puts out a small but mighty menu. Hits like chargrilled quail with potatoes, tagliarini with nutmeg, and whatever the sole seasonal dessert option is change daily, but nearly always impress. Don’t hesitate to share an order of King’s addicting panisse, or fried chickpea flour cakes."

"King, in Soho, is helmed by two women who met at London’s iconic River Cafe. The pair have a simple and elegant approach to cooking, drawing inspiration from what’s in the market and their larder. Plates skew smaller, so be prepared to order a few."

"Founded in the 1960s by Charles Masson Sr., La Grenouille has delighted customers with their traditional and superb French haute cuisine ever since. Freshly cut flowers that fill the interior with a floral perfume, impeccable customer service, and consistently delicious staples have earned this famed French restaurant a loyal fan base. Traditional dishes like frog legs Provençal-style and grilled Dover sole showcase La Grenouille’s mastery of French skills while their zucchini blossoms in ravigote sauce highlight modern twists."

"Restaurants French Midtown East. New York’s haute French dinosaurs (including Lutece, La Cote Basque and La Caravelle) have basically gone extinct over the past few years. La Grenouille, which opened in 1962, is the last survivor, a window to when stuffy waiters and chateaubriand were considered the highest form of dining."

"This quiet, romantic restaurant from culinary superstar Jean-Georges Vongerichten is loaded with awards: two Michelin stars, four New York Times stars, five diamonds from AAA and a coveted spot on the list of Les Grandes Tables du Monde. To rival these accolades are the spectacular views of Columbus Circle through the restaurant’s huge windows. Private dining and buyouts of the main dining room are available for a more exclusive experience in this world-renowned restaurant."

"Manhattan’s award-winning, three Michelin star Jean-Georges Restaurant specializes in an intriguing fusion of French, American, and Asian cuisine. Treat yourself to exquisitely-prepared dishes, such as juicy Diver Scallops, Crispy Confit of Suckling Pig (with rutabaga “Pudding” and smoked bacon marmalade), or Caramelized Beef Tenderloin. An extensive, globally-sourced wine list is also available, as are refreshing beers and cocktails."

"Located in Red Hook, another one of the best breweries in Brooklyn to check out is Sixpoint Brewery. This craft beer in Brooklyn spot has been around the neighborhood since 2004 when it opened in its small garage space and claims to use a ‘mad science’ approach to their signature brews through their different techniques and ingredients they use to make their master brews. Sixpoint has been around long enough to be considered one of the first in the craft beer in Brooklyn scene behind Brooklyn Brewery in Williamsburg of course."

"Since 2004 Sixpoint Brewery has been working hard to become part of your best breweries in NYC list. So much so that they have a specific Mad Science method to crafting their beers, and use a six-point star as their logo, which is a combination of the Brewer’s Star, a symbol of the Brewer’s Guild, and the Nautical Star. A unique icon of brewing awesomeness that pays homage to the neighborhood’s nautical past."

"When you see the famous six-point star emblazoned on your brew can, you can trust that it was made from one of the most popular craft Breweries in Brooklyn. Sixpoint Brewery is known for its cans as much as the amazing flavors that fill them. The brewery’s slogan, “Beer is Culture,” stands true and has created an incredible community around it."

"The home of these longtime gypsy brewers is probably the most aesthetically pleasing brewery I have ever set foot in. If you're looking to go on a beer date, this is the spot. The space might come off a bit Williamsburg-pretentious at first to a brewery traditionalist, but the beer speaks for itself."

"Grimm Artisanal Ales has built a solid fan base of beer lovers. After years of operating as a nomadic pop-up brewery, it recently established its first official location in East Williamsburg in 2018. It’s the perfect spot to visit after you’re done walking the Brooklyn Bridge!"

"There are literal drawers full of baklava at this Soho shop, in addition to platters piled high with Greek cookies in at least two dozen different shapes. Supplement an order of baklava with pistachio shortbread, seeded bars, or diples, a ribbon of dough fried into a curl and dipped in a honey syrup. Bonus: Order a cup of Greek yogurt at the counter and get candied cherries and crushed baklava on top."

"An airy, white-walled bakery drawing on Greek cuisine, Pi makes almost everything from scratch, including boxes of assorted Mediterranean cookies. Nibble on the shortbread confections to forget about the tourist mobs and Holland Tunnel traffic just outside the door."

"Le Pain Quotidien offers quick vegan meals|Courtesy of Le Pain Quotidien. Yes, this Belgium chain is present in multiple cities (the first American store opened on the Upper East Side in 1997), and it has been a plant-based staple ever since. Le Pain Quotidien has been dishing up vegan recipes for over 30 years, focusing on heavily organic, sustainable and in-season ingredients."

"Le Pain Quotidien (LPQ) is a dependable place to either grab and go or sit and chat. This is a great spot for coffee, breakfast or casual lunch meetings."

"Located in Midtown, Sony Wonder Lab is an interactive science and technology center where visitors can play with the latest technologies and discover how electronics are used in daily life and various professions, including health and medicine, environmental engineering, computer technology, and entertainment. It is a great place for children between 8 - 12, and even fun to visit for adults. Do you know what’s the best part?"

"Museum of Illusions is one of the best New York City attractions for families. It is a small two-storey interactive museum, close to the High Line or the Whitney Museum. It is the perfect NYC attraction for teenagers as well, as there is an element of participation and cool factor in almost every exhibit."