Interested in trying some new French spots in New York City? You're in luck: We've found the freshest businesses to fill the bill. Here are the newest places to check out the next time you're in the mood for French food.
Palais by Perfect Pie
134 E. 61st St., Upper East Side
Palais by Perfect Pie is a bakery and bistro from former White House pastry chef Bill Yosses.
After serving as Executive Pastry Chef during the administrations of George W. Bush and Barack Obama, Yosses started an online pie shop, Perfect Pie, which became the starting point for this new brick-and-mortar business.
On the menu at this 75-seat restaurant, which serves dinner Monday-Saturday, guests will find dishes inspired by French and New American cuisines, including coq au vin, duck breast with roasted plums, grilled flatbread pizza, a house burger and, for dessert, homemade cakes and tarts.
Palais by Perfect Pie is also open for breakfast and lunch on weekdays, serving pastries and daytime fare, and for brunch on Saturdays. Its liquor license is currently pending.
With a five-star Yelp rating out 12 reviews, Palais by Perfect Pie has been getting positive attention.
Yelper Dew P. noted, "Everything was incredible!"
Palais by Perfect Pie is open from 7 a.m.–9 p.m. on weekdays and 11 a.m.–9 p.m. on Saturday. (It's closed on Sunday.)
La Cantine
60 St. Nicholas Ave., Bushwick
La Cantine is a French-style luncheonette serving breakfast and lunch.
La Cantine, whose name translates as "the cafeteria," offers classic french sandwiches made with ham or saucisson, a daily selection of quiches and salads, and morning favorites like frittata and avocado toast, all available with sides of crispy potatoes. The interior at this counter-service spot is casual but chic, with seating for guests and a minimal pastel decor.
La Cantine currently holds five stars out of seven reviews on Yelp, indicating excellent reviews.
Yelper Mike S., who reviewed La Cantine on Nov. 25, wrote, "The Mecca for those who appreciate beautiful, good, healthy food and beautiful atmosphere."
Elaine B. noted, "Excellent cold brew, avocado toasts, sandwiches and salads."
La Cantine is open from 8 a.m.–5 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday and 10 a.m.–6 p.m. on weekends. (It's closed on Tuesday.)
L'Accolade
302 Bleecker St., West Village
L'Accolade is a bistro and natural wine bar serving a seasonal menu of updated French classics.
Guests at L'Accolade can expect cheese and charcuterie boards, duck rillettes flavored with rhubarb, roast chicken, seafood dishes and a selection of natural wines. This spot also offers daily happy hour from 4–7 p.m., and its duck with fava beans was recently included on Eater New York's list of the "Top 5 Duck Dishes Around NYC."
L'Accolade's current rating of 4.5 stars out of 56 reviews on Yelp indicates positive attention from users.
Yelper Jieun L., who was one of the first users to visit L'Accolade on Oct. 20, wrote, "L'Accolade is a beautiful space, with a lot of wood decor inside. It's a great date spot or a place to catch up with a friend."
Alex F. added, "We have been for dinner twice, and each meal was outstanding."
L'Accolade is open from 4–10 p.m. on Sunday and Monday and from 4 p.m.–midnight on Tuesday-Saturday.
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