3 Best French Restaurants in Minneapolis, MN

“French Meadow Café & Bluestem Bar serves Fresh-baked goods and an all-day American menu highlighting organic, sustainable ingredients. They offer organic, fresh, farm-to-table cuisine in a warm, welcoming environment. Their eclectic menu offers something for everyone vegan, gluten-free, vegetarian, and omnivores. Rotating chef specials focus on seasonal organic ingredients; all of their produce and meats are from regional farmer partners operating organic, sustainable, humane farms. French Meadow Café & Bluestem Bar serves local artisan tap beers, craft cocktails, and a curated wine list focusing on organic, sustainable, and biodynamic wineries. Their Signature organic sourdough bread, GF, and vegan 4-layer cakes, pastries & desserts. French Meadow Café & Bluestem Bar is the sole restaurant from MN featured in Truth Love and Clean Cutlery World Edition, a guide to the world's truly great restaurants and food experiences. The restaurant is open for indoor on-site dining and outdoor patio dining in warm weather, takeout, and delivery.”

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“St. Genevieve serves a special menu inspired by classic French country food. This refined French pub has a chic bistro vibe that serves inventive dishes with champagne, beer & wine. Inspired by Paris's salons, cafés, and buvettes between the wars, Saint Genevieve reimagines this hustle and bustle at the corner of 50th and Bryant in the heart of the Lynnhurst neighborhood. The atmosphere is very inviting and intimate when walking in. The service was splendid, and the information was excellent and appropriate. The food was stunning; Everything was perfectly balanced with flavor and presentation. They are open for lunch, dinner, and brunch. St. Genevieve is perfect for game dates, date nights, small plates, and lunch. Gift cards are available. Dine-in, takeout and reservations are also available. Don’t forget to visit St. Genevieve for $2.00 oysters and drink specials every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.”

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“Barbette serves delicious French dishes in a relaxed environment and uses local and organic ingredients, presenting beautiful food in a casual, electric, bistro atmosphere. Barbette also won "best of's" from the local press for late-night eating, Sunday neighborhood night, wine list, date place, desserts, and music. Chef Hinrichs prepares four to five-course meals, including a dessert and a cheese course. In addition, you can enjoy their Duck Confit and Carrot-Saffron Linguini, Miso Butternut Squash Wild Rice Bowl, House-made Heritage Wheat Linguine, and Pan Roasted Chicken Breast. Barbette has vegetarian and gluten-free menu options. Sauteed Green Beans and French Fries are highly recommended dishes.”

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