Top Best French Restaurants in Nashville

"When East Nashville institution Marche fell victim to the 2020 tornado that swept through Five Points, fans of the morning meal were disappointed because that was one of the best spots in town to linger over a casual brunch. Fortunately, chef/owner Margot McCormack expanded the hours at her eponymous flagship restaurant around the corner and added a weekend brunch. While the menu changes frequently based on the seasons and freshest ingredients, you can expect fantastic breakfast cocktails and coffee service, sticky pastries, lots of fresh fruits and vegetables showcased in parfaits and bowls, and classic bistro fare for main courses.How to book: Grab an inside or patio table via Resy."

"Chef Margot McCormack’s East Nashville daytime cafe Marche merged with Margot during the pandemic — so try sneaking in for a standout weekday morning meal. Carb-filled favorites include the fresh-baked breads and pastries, whatever tartine is in season, plus sweet or savory crepes. And one must occasionally splurge on the chocolate croissant French toast."

"Miel always stuns with its delicious take on French cuisine. With a back patio, and a “barn” on the premises, which can be rented out for groups, there are always options for how you wish to enjoy your sure-to-be fabulous Miel meal."

"Live music and seasonal plates like beet-cured salmon and burrata have returned to Miel, along with patio dining. The Sylvan Park restaurant is open for dinner Thursday through Saturday from 5-9pm."

"Sitting at a candlelit bar, snacking on olives, sipping a proper Manhattan and talking to someone you don’t share a bathroom with?"

"Category: Contemporary American, Outside Dining, and Weekend Brunch. Germantown Cafe is temporarily closed. Scheduled to reopen on October 1, 2020."

"Once Upon A Time In France started in 2016 when musician/sound engineer Melvil Arnt left France to start a whole new life in Music City. Born and raised in Paris where he worked in cocktail bars and several restaurants, his passion for wine and French cuisine led him to launch the project of opening what was lacking the most in Nashville, a true wine bar. On the contrary of opening a wine bar or a classic restaurant, they opened what’s called the friendliest, delicious and affordable, staple of the French culture, A Bistro."

"Father and son Laurent Champonnois and Melvil Arnt opened the no-reservations-accepted chic 1920s-inspired French bistro on Gallatin Avenue back in late 2019, and the 45-seat restaurant was a fast favorite for date nights among Nashville locals. Whether the night calls for escargot, foie gras, or beef bourguignon, Once Upon a Time in France serves up romantic vibes and a wallet-friendly wine list as an added bonus."

"Walking from the parking lot to the restaurant you may do a double take. In a hot second, you'll be transported from Nashville to Paris. Father-son duo Melvil Arnt and Laurent Champonnois combined their life-long desires to open a wine bar and a restaurant to create this French bistro."

"I get the potato beef wrap (or whatever it's called) for a dollar, and it's the best thing ever. Employees are cool too."

"134, Nashville, TN 37209 • (615) 864-8138 Hours: Tuesday through Thursday, 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, noon to 9 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 6 p.m.; closed Monday. L&L Market keeps getting better and better — particularly now that wine and cheese bar Culture + Co. has taken up residency."

"The family-run, cash-only restaurant offers classic Vietnamese fare in a Charlotte Pike strip mall. Grab bún bò huế, fried rice, or a piping hot bowl of pho to go. Other can’t miss items include anything fresh from the pastry case, and the Sunday special mi vit tiem — a roast duck soup with egg noodles."

"If you enjoy Vietnamese food than you have to eat at VN Pho & Deli. It’s right across the street from K&S World Market which is a massive asian market. They sadly don’t offer vegetable broth pho, but they have delicious dry noodle dishes which can be ordered with tofu."

"Longtime patrons and new visitors agree that Green Hills Grille is a local gem. The menu promises delicious staple favorites, the divine Heath Bar Crunch Pie and a fabulous happy hour – all ready to be enjoyed on the adorable and intimate patio."