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.
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Find upscale french restaurants in Washington Square. Great french food that fits your budget.
Washington Square's Upscale French Destinations
Explore a sophisticated world of culinary excellence surrounding Washington Square, where the neighborhood's historic charm meets the refined flavors of upscale French gastronomy. This collection highlights premier destinations such as Boucherie and Pastis, offering a rich tapestry of experiences that range from traditional brasserie fare to inventive American, Japanese, and Indonesian-inspired dishes. From the intimate corners of Petite Boucherie to the contemporary elegance of Frevo and Claud, these restaurants promise an unforgettable dining experience for those seeking the very best in the area.
30 restaurants in Best Upscale French Restaurants in Washington Square | Upscale 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.








