Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Pavé, Le Chateau and Aprés, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top 41 affordable dining experiences
Find affordable french restaurants in Times Square. Great french food that fits your budget.
Times Square's Affordable French Destinations
Experience the elegance of European dining without the premium price tag by exploring this curated selection of affordable French bistros and cafes tucked away in the bustling Times Square area. From the artisanal pastries at Pavé and Metro Marche to the vibrant atmosphere of The Purple Tongue, these spots offer a delightful mix of traditional French flavors and contemporary American comfort. Whether you are grabbing a quick espresso at Anas cafe or settling in for a full meal at The Elgin, you will find a welcoming table for every mood and budget in the heart of Manhattan.
30 restaurants in Best Affordable French Restaurants in Times Square | Affordable French Food
- Pavé · rated 5/5: French.
- Le Chateau · rated 4.9/5: French.
- Aprés · rated 4.8/5: French.
- Tartinery Café - Bar | Grand Central · rated 4.8/5: French.
- The Purple Tongue · rated 4.7/5: American.
- Metro Marche · rated 4.7/5: French.
- Osteria Delbianco · rated 4.7/5: Italian.
- Handcraft Burgers and Brew · rated 4.7/5: American.
- La Grande Boucherie · rated 4.6/5: French.
- Marseille · rated 4.6/5: French.
- The Modern - The Bar Room · rated 4.6/5: French.
- The Modern - The Bar Room · rated 4.6/5: French.
- The Consulate Midtown · rated 4.6/5: American.
- Anas cafe · rated 4.6/5: restaurant.
- NY Bakery and Desserts · rated 4.6/5: bakery.
- The Modern · rated 4.6/5: French.
- Le Bernardin · rated 4.6/5: Seafood.
- Le Pavillon · rated 4.6/5: French.
- Tartinery Café - Bar | Park Ave · rated 4.6/5: French.
- Steak Frites Bistro · rated 4.6/5: French.
- Gabriel Kreuther · rated 4.6/5: French.
- West Bank Cafe · rated 4.5/5: American.
- The Elgin · rated 4.5/5: American.
- 7th Street Burger Times Square · rated 4.5/5: American.
- Quality Bistro · rated 4.5/5: French.
- Le Tout Va Bien - French Restaurant · rated 4.5/5: French.
- Bourbon and Branch · rated 4.5/5: American.
- La Brochette Steakhouse · rated 4.5/5: Steakhouse.
- Inès · rated 4.5/5: French.
- La Bonne Soupe · rated 4.4/5: French.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
