Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Van Leeuwen Ice Cream, Le Petit Parisien and Claud, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top-rated dining experiences
Experience the best french restaurants in Washington Square. From authentic flavors to modern interpretations, discover top-rated french dining.
Washington Square's Premier French Destinations
Nestled around the iconic Washington Square, this curated selection of restaurants offers a sophisticated blend of traditional French charm and contemporary American flair. From the artisanal pastries at Crispy Heaven to the grand brasserie atmosphere of Boucherie and Le Petit Parisien, there is an experience to suit every palate and occasion. Whether you are seeking a refined multi-course dinner at Frevo or a casual scoop from Van Leeuwen Ice Cream, these local favorites capture the culinary heart of the neighborhood.
30 restaurants in Best French Restaurants in Washington Square | Top Rated French Food
- Van Leeuwen Ice Cream · rated 5/5: American.
- Le Petit Parisien · rated 5/5: French.
- Claud · rated 5/5: French.
- North Square Restaurant · rated 5/5: American.
- Paradou · rated 4.9/5: French.
- SPRING · rated 4.9/5: French.
- Maison Close Restaurant · rated 4.8/5: French.
- Crispy Heaven bakery and restaurant · rated 4.8/5: French.
- Frevo · rated 4.8/5: French.
- Boucherie · rated 4.7/5: French.
- Crispy Heaven bakery and restaurant · rated 4.7/5: restaurant.
- Boucherie West Village · rated 4.7/5: French.
- Revelie · rated 4.7/5: French.
- Bonsignour · rated 4.7/5: French.
- Petite Boucherie · rated 4.7/5: French.
- Pommes Frites · rated 4.6/5: French.
- Pastis · rated 4.6/5: French.
- L'accolade · rated 4.6/5: French.
- Bosie · rated 4.6/5: French.
- Boucherie Union Square · rated 4.6/5: French.
- Carriage House NYC · rated 4.6/5: French.
- Cafe Gitane · rated 4.6/5: French.
- Moritz Pommes Frites Bar · rated 4.6/5: French.
- Oscar's Place · rated 4.6/5: American.
- Le Gigot · rated 4.6/5: French.
- Blue Ribbon Brasserie · rated 4.6/5: French.
- Minetta Tavern Restaurant · rated 4.5/5: French.
- Ayza Wine & Chocolate Bar · rated 4.5/5: French.
- Délice & Sarrasin · rated 4.5/5: French.
- Claudette · rated 4.5/5: 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.
