Fun bistro
Chez Josephine French Restaurant, New York
414 W 42nd St
(212) 594-1925
9th Avenue and 42nd St, Broadway Theatre District
A, C, E train at 42nd St
Chez Josephine French Restaurant in New York is a bistro hosted by Jean-Claude Baker which is fun and flamboyant.  Lots of famous Broadway musicians come here (including Harry Connick Jr.).  Some of the best food choices include boudin noir, which is pork and blood sauseges with sauteed apples, and another great choice is goat cheese ravioli in veal stock.  The desserts are wonderful - try the creme brulee.  One of the best French restaurants in New York City.


Great Southern French Cuisine (City of Nice)
Chez Jacqueline French Restaurant in New York
72 Macdougal Street
(212) 505-0727
Between Bleecker and West Houston Streets.
A, C, E; B, D, F, Q train at W. 4th St.-Washington Sq. 
Or the 1, 9 trains at Houston Street
The Chez Jacqueline French Restaurant in New York City has wonderful entrees and a long wine list.  Chez Jacqueline French restaurant specializes in duck, sweetbreads, quail, and cassoulet, and many visitors think it is the best southern French restaurant in the US. Two recommended dishes are the Soupe de Poissons Traditionelle and the Carre d'Agneau.

    
Our selections as best French Restaurants in New York City

Cozy and romantic
Jubilee French Restaurant in New York City
347 E 54th St
(212) 888-3569
Between First and Second Avenues.
The Jubilee French Restaurant is romantic and very cozy, with great food and service but without any snooty attitude.  The lamb is especially recommended, as are the mussels.  Reservations are strongly suggested.  Great date restaurant.  The Jubilee French Restaurant's devotees are extraordinarily loyal and go there there after year.  Friendly, personalized service.

Countryside French near Lincoln Center
La Boite en Bois French Restaurant in New York
75 W. 68th St
(212) 874-2705
Between Columbus 
La Boite en Bois French Restaurant in New York is known for countryside French food with a great wine list and full bar.  It's charming, with wood walls, antique furniture, and soft lighting.  The waitstaff is friendly and helpful.  Tip:  if you aren't going to the Lincoln Arts Center, go later, like 8:00 pm, to avoid the pre-show rush.  If you are going to a show, get the pre-theater course.  Incredible desserts.

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