3 Best French Restaurants in Fremont, CA

“Papillon Restaurant offers a luxurious setting, classic French cuisine, and a fine selection of wines. Executive Chef Nittra Foreman has been part of the team for nearly 40 years and trained at Tante Marie in San Francisco. The menu changes with the seasons, using fresh ingredients, and features favorites like Roasted Rack of Lamb and Tender Beef Wellington with a flaky crust. Papillon Restaurant offers an elegant dining experience for both lunch and dinner. Guests can dine in the beautifully decorated main dining room or the softly lit atrium. For lunch, the ivy-covered glass solarium provides a bright, relaxing atmosphere. The restaurant has an extensive wine collection, with many options available by the glass, including both domestic and international selections. A spacious banquet room seating up to 70 guests is available for events with the same fine dining experience. Guests can also enjoy outdoor seating. Papillon Restaurant offers online e-gift cards. Free parking is available for customers.”

“Frodo Joe's Petit Cafe serves sweet and savory crêpes, Thai dishes, and smoothies at Gateway Plaza. Their menu is carefully designed to combine fresh ingredients, great flavors, and elegant presentation. They offer a variety of savory crêpes with delicious fillings, indulgent dessert crêpes, tasty sandwiches, and fresh salads. Frodo Joe's Petit Cafe provides a high-quality dining experience in a relaxed and casual setting. They take pride in their diverse menu featuring top-quality coffee and tea, and a variety of smoothies. Frodo Joe's Petit Cafe also offers gluten-free crêpes and vegetarian options. They offer plenty of parking options, and you can also order your favorite dish from home. Their Chipotle Black Bean Sandwich features black bean patti, tomato, lettuce, and chipotle sauce. They also serve at San Lorenzo.”

“Zola + BarZola provides locally sourced French cuisine and an extensive wine list. This restaurant is located 17.6 miles from downtown Fremont. Guillaume B is the owner of Zola + BarZola, which received the Michelin Guide's Bib Gourmand award in 2015. The restaurant serves a variety of cocktails, beers, and wines in a sophisticated setting, along with a carefully crafted dinner menu from the Zola kitchen. They highlight both French and Californian wines and focus on warm, friendly service. Zola + BarZola features seasonal French dishes in a beautifully renovated space using the best meats and produce of the season. They offer private and semi-private dining options for special events with the Zola Dining Room accommodating up to 70 guests. Gift cards are available. Public parking is offered nearby with a large parking lot under City Hall. Street parking is free after 5 p.m. and all day on weekends. The restaurant is about 45 minutes from downtown San Francisco and 30 minutes from San Jose. They also serve great cocktails.”