Anis Bistro

2974 Grandview Ave, Atlanta, GA 30305-3214 404-233-9889

Description: BUCKHEAD. With its lazy, easy ambience, you'll want to loll about this wonderful bungalow restaurant, preferably on its enviable patio, and enjoy great Provencal-styled cuisine. Begin with classic, white wine-steamed mussels or vodka-cured salmon before sampling the veal porter house with wild rice or, perhaps, thyme-roasted free range chicken with fingerling potatoes. Live jazz enlivens the place on Thursdays and Fridays; Latin tunes on Monday. Service can be slow at times, so plan accordingly. Reasonably priced.
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Atmosphère Restaurant

1620 Piedmont Ave, Atlanta, GA 30324 678-702-1620

Description: MIDTOWN. The neighborhood surrounding Ansley Park doesn't want for lack of charm, and folks there surely thank their lucky stars that one of their neighbors just happens to be this romantic French number. Located in an old, restored home, Atmosphère serves up a casual, understated attitude befitting its bistro-inspired inspired setting. The cuisine, it must be noted offers well-conceived takes on French classics like steamed mussels mariniere, roasted duck confit with dauphinois gratin, and raviolis niçoise with beef stew and red wine reduction. NB Live music on Thursday nights.
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Babette's Café

573 N Highland Ave, Atlanta, GA 30307 404-523-9121

Description: PONCEY-HIGHLAND. Babette's is a special place for both dinner and Sunday brunch. Occupying a converted bungalow in the historic Highlands area, the dining room is pure Country French, with small, intimate spaces and romantic decorative touches. The brunch menu offers many breakfast and lunch favorites, including eggs benedict, fresh berry pancakes, smoked trout and salmon salad, and French toast with brioche. You'll also find excellent desserts and an extensive wine list at the relaxed, authentically European establishment.
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Bistro Niko

3344 Peachtree Rd, Atlanta, GA 30326 404-261-6456

Description: BUCKHEAD. This quaint bistro in Atlanta's bustling Buckhead area serves up traditional French fare in a casual, yet sophisticated, setting of antique decor and warm lighting that give the space a Parisian flair. The menu, complete with French titles and English descriptions, features savory selections like roasted Maine monk fish and braised Elysian Farm lamb shank prepared in a rich variety of spices and sauces. Bistro Niko also serves an exquisite Sunday brunch with delicious omelettes, sandwiches, soups, and pastries that capture the true delicacy of French cuisine.
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BLT Steak

45 Ivan Allen Jr Blvd NW, W Atlanta - Downtown, Atlanta, GA 30308 404-577-7601

Description: DOWNTOWN. Clean-lined, monochromatic BLT Steak eschews the traditional dark interiors of a steakhouse and adds in a dose of bistro accessibility and downtown style. Exceptional American and Japanese cuts of beef are the focus, naturally aged and broiled at high heat. Go for a NY strip with bearnaise sauce or a flavorful, bone-in rib-eye. Poultry, veal, and seafood are also available, along with seasonal specials. A host of rich sides and decadent desserts contributes to a full meal, and a raw bar delivers ocean-fresh shellfish to aficionados. Moreover, a broad selection of wines fits the restaurant's stellar reputation, and while meals don't come cheap, they do come with high praise.
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Café Intermezzo

4505 Ashford Dunwoody Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30346 770-396-1344

Description: BUCKHEAD. Many locals say this is the number one spot for dessert and coffee in Atlanta. A favorite with locals and tourists, the southern Buckhead café is always busy. With a selection of 120 fresh cakes and pastries, you're sure to find one ­ or several ­ that you can't resist. The festive bar is a popular place to meet for drinks as well. Choose from among 70 wines, 36 coffee drinks, and 30 single-malt scotches. Dinner is available too, but that's just icing on the cake (so to speak) ­ for more than 20 years, the place has been known for its desserts!
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Co'm Dunwoody Vietnamese Grill

5486 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd, Shops of Dunwoody, Atlanta, GA 30338 770-512-7410

Description: DUNWOODY. A comfortable, soothing dining room dressed in muted tones sets the scene for an inviting meal at this well-received Dunwoody restaurant. Family-run, it boasts Vietnamese cuisine with a French influence that has been prevalent in the nation's recent culinary history. Representative dishes include seared ahi tuna with a soy-chili reduction, Indochine lamb bourguignon, "shaking" filet mignon, and Vietnamese chicken curry. Noodle and clay pot entrees are available too, along with a handful of exotic cocktails that will readily transport your taste buds to an Eastern locale.
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Floataway Café

1123 Zonalite Rd, Ste 15, Atlanta, GA 30306 404-892-1414

Description: EMORY. This fabulous French-inspired restaurant holds court in Atlanta's warehouse district. The industrial feel of the neighborhood extends to the quirky decor, which includes milk bottles that serve as hanging lights. The menu is top-notch, featuring appetizers of pasta or baby squid, followed by outstanding potato gnocchi with veal sweetbreads, wodd-grilled hangar steak or penne with braised lamb. The desserts, as you might expect, befit such a tantalizing and artistic cuisine.
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Joli Kobe Bakery & Cafe

5600 Roswell Rd, Prado Plaza, Atlanta, GA 30342 404-843-3257

Description: SANDY SPRINGS. Bakery in Sandy Springs combines delectable best of France and Japan.
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La Madeleine French Bakery and Café

1165 Perimeter Center W, Atlanta, GA 30346 770-392-0516

Description: DUNWOODY. This place is known for fast food with a French flair. First off, you order cafeteria-style and settle into the simple dining room to enjoy your meal or dessert. Once seated, table service makes the visit more pleasant. Soups and sandwiches are fresh and delicious, but the fabulous French desserts invariably become the highlight of the meal. Pies, cakes and puddings are prepared with aplomb. Perfect for a midmorning or afternoon coffee break.
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Le Giverny Bistro

1641 Clifton Rd NE, Emory Inn, Atlanta, GA 30329 404-325-7252

Description: EMORY. This hotel-affiliated French restaurant does its most brisk business at lunch, thanks to patronage from surrounding offices. After a bite of Le Giverny's delightful cuisine, these folks know they've found something good. Steak frites, a perennial classic, is always a terrific choice, and sautéed rainbow trout with a touch of hazelnut butter satisfies the need for something both light and flavorful. Pork tenderloin, merlot-braised lamb shank, and pastas are also delicious ­ whether you sample them day or night.
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Nikolai's Roof

255 Courtland St, Hilton Atlanta, Atlanta, GA 30303 404-221-6362

Description: DOWNTOWN. This restaurant on the 30th floor of the downtown Hilton Atlanta offers marvelous views of the city skyline and unparalleled elegance. The menu focuses on French cuisine with a few Russian nuances here and there. Indeed, it's been Nikolai's trademark to utilize high-quality, fresh ingredients to create consistently innovative dishes. The upscale environment makes this a perfect choice for business celebrations or special occasion dinners, and the sommelier's hand-chosen selection of wines continues to be among the most impressive in town.
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Pastis

936 Canton St, Roswell, GA 30375 770-640-3870

Description: ROSWELL. Gracing a 19th-century house, this French bistro plies patrons with Gallic cuisine, especially that which recalls southern France. The busy, bustling place appeals to lively patrons, as does the second-story balcony, which is coveted for its great views of historic Roswell. No matter where you sit, the menu pleases. Steak frites, lamb shank, calamari, lobster-studded pasta, and roast duck hint at the options, and you'll also find pâté, escargot, and charcuterie. Plus, live jazz adds to the merriment on weekends.
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