Visiting a French restaurant is the best way to enjoy a refined and delicious experience in São Paulo. In such a cosmopolitan city, you can find establishments that recreate everything from the intimate atmosphere of Parisian cafés to the Mediterranean flavors of southern France.
To help you choose the perfect experience, we’ve put together a comprehensive guide to French restaurants in São Paulo. Check out our special selection and find out where to book your next dinner!
Freddy
Considered the oldest French restaurant in São Paulo still in operation, the restaurant opened its doors in 1935. The highlight of the menu is the magret de canard, a grilled duck breast fillet served with apple purée.
When it comes to French restaurants in São Paulo, it’s impossible not to mention French chef Olivier Anquier’s establishment ! With two locations in the city (one on the terrace of the Esther Building), the restaurant offers the classic entrecôte with French fries and a special sauce, as well as wines and cocktails.
Bistrot de Paris
With the charm of small French bistros, this São Paulo restaurant stands out for its bœuf bourguignon. It’s a dish of beef simmered in red wine with carrots and mushrooms, typical of the Burgundy region!
If you’re a fan of *Kitchen Nightmares*, you have to check out chef Érick Jacquin’s bistro in São Paulo. The restaurant offers a sophisticated French dining experience, with a themed ambiance and classic dishes like magret de canard and bœuf bourguignon . In addition, there’s an eight-coursetasting menu option with wine pairings.
La Casserole
Founded by immigrants over seven decades ago, La Casserole is the perfect place to sample classic French delicacies, such as escargot, filet au poivre, and onion soup. Always accompanied by a carefully curated wine list, of course!
Les Deux Magots
A famous Parisian café in operation since 1884, which opened its first Latin American branch in São Paulo. It serves the classic Croque Monsieur and Croque Madame sandwiches, as well as duck confit.
Chez Amis Bistrô
With the goal of being a laid-back bistro in São Paulo, Chez Amis blends influences from France and Brazil. The moules et frites ( mussels in white wine with French fries) is a top recommendation for seafood lovers .
