Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Ladurée, The Purple Tongue and Handcraft Burgers and Brew, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top-rated dining experiences
Experience the best french restaurants in Hell's Kitchen. From authentic flavors to modern interpretations, discover top-rated french dining.
Hell's Kitchen's Premier French Destinations
Hell's Kitchen offers a sophisticated slice of Europe with this curated selection of premier French dining destinations and eclectic neighborhood favorites. Experience everything from the refined elegance of Per Se and Gabriel Kreuther to the classic bistro charm of Marseille and Steak Frites Bistro. The collection also features a diverse array of flavors beyond traditional French fare, including artisanal treats from NY Bakery and Desserts and contemporary American plates at West Bank Cafe. Whether you are seeking a quick cafe stop or a luxurious multi-course meal, these restaurants provide an unforgettable taste of the world right in the heart of Midtown.
30 restaurants in Best French Restaurants in Hell's Kitchen | Top Rated French Food
- Ladurée · rated 5/5: French.
- The Purple Tongue · rated 4.7/5: American.
- Handcraft Burgers and Brew · rated 4.7/5: American.
- Marseille · rated 4.6/5: French.
- NY Bakery and Desserts · rated 4.6/5: bakery.
- Tartinery Café - Bar | Columbus Circle · 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.
- Le Tout Va Bien - French Restaurant · rated 4.5/5: French.
- Per Se · rated 4.5/5: French.
- L’Adresse American Bistro · rated 4.4/5: French.
- Le Marais · rated 4.4/5: French.
- BXL Cafe · rated 4.4/5: French.
- IRIS · rated 4.4/5: French.
- Seguidilla Bistro · rated 4.4/5: Spanish.
- 44 & X Hell's Kitchen · rated 4.4/5: American.
- Chez Josephine · rated 4.3/5: French.
- Bar Boulud · rated 4.3/5: French.
- Cafe Un Deux Trois · rated 4.2/5: French.
- Baked Cheese Haus Raclette · rated 4.2/5: French.
- Berlina Cafe & Pizza · rated 4.1/5: cafe.
- Collage Bistro and Bar · rated 4.1/5: American.
- The Chef's Table at Brooklyn Fare · rated 4.1/5: Japanese.
- The Grand Tier · rated 4.1/5: French.
- L'Adresse American Bistro · rated 4/5: French.
- Flûte · rated 4/5: French.
- Amy's Bread · rated 4/5: American.
- Le Soleil · rated 4/5: French.
- Brasserie 1605 · rated 3.7/5: 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.
