3 Best French Restaurants in Tacoma, WA

Expert-recommended Top 3 French Restaurants in Tacoma, Washington. All of our french cuisines actually face a rigorous 50-Point Inspection, which includes customer reviews, history, complaints, ratings, satisfaction, trust, cost and general excellence. You deserve only the best!

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LE SEL BISTRO

229 St Helens Avenue,
Tacoma, WA 98402 Directions

Since 2017

Specialities:

Warm Brie Bacon Lardon and Brussels Sprouts Mushroom Medley À La Banana French Toast Daily Special French Toast French Onion Soup Caesar Salad Seasonal Salad Traditional Breakfast Avocado and Nova Salmon Toast Crab Cake Pork Belly Nova Cold Smoked Salmon Traditional Bacon Tomato Avocado (BTA) Veggie Applewood Smoked Bacon Local Foraged Mushrooms Jambon de Paris Breakfast Sammy Le Sel Burger Bacon Blue Burger Blackberry Grilled Cheese Croque Madame

" Le Sel Bistro combines French and American food with a focus on surf 'n' turf, tasty cocktails, and a beautiful patio with a view of the water. The restaurant is a stylish and relaxed place for brunch or dinner, offering well-made cocktails and a great wine list. Their popular dishes include Alaskan halibut, chicken Francese, filet mignon, and mushroom risotto. They also have vegetarian options. Their French Onion Soup is made in-house and topped with a garlic butter gruyere baguette. The team is friendly and welcoming, and free street parking adds to the convenience. Le Sel Bistro is a great choice for any diner. You can surprise your loved ones with their gift cards. Le Sel Bistro also serves great cocktails.

2026 Highlights: They accept credit cards and Apple Pay. The restaurant has wheelchair accessibility and outdoor seating. "

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Menu:

Burgers And Sandwiches
Breakfast Sammy $24
Le Sel Burger $25
Bacon Blue Burger $25
Blackberry Grilled Cheese $18
Blackberry Grilled Cheese With Chicken $23
Croque Madame $23
Benedicts
Crab Cake $32
Pork Belly $26
Nova $27
Traditional $24
Bacon, Tomato, Avocado (BTA) $24
Veggie $22
Omelets
Applewood Smoked Bacon $24
Local Foraged Mushrooms $25
Jambon De Paris $24
Sharables And Sweets
Warm Brie $26
Bacon Lardon And Brussels $23
Mushroom Medley $24
A La Banana French Toast $22
Daily Special French Toast $22
Soup And Salad
French Onion Soup $9
Caesar Salad $14
Seasonal Salad $12
Grilled Chicken Breast $10
Grilled Or Blackened Salmon $14

Contact:

(253) 327-1015

Mon & Tue: 9am - 3pm
Wed-Sun: 9am - 3pm | 5pm - 9pm

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CITRON EUROPEAN BISTRO

10716 A Street South,
Tacoma, WA 98444 Directions

Since 2016

Specialities:

Bœuf Bourguignon Filet Mignon Steak Frites Chicken Cordon Bleu Chicken Piccata Duck Confit Udon Wienerschnitzel Miso-Maple Salmon Margret de Canard Escargot Bourgogne Bavarian Bratwurst Pierogies Poutine Soupe à l'Oignon Caprese Candied Pecan Salad Shrimp Scampi Pesto Penne Pasta Primavera Crème Brûlée Key Lime Pie Bread Pudding Chocolate Mousse Tiramisu

" Citron European Bistro is a family-run restaurant that serves a mix of European dishes, especially French and German favorites like Wiener Schnitzel and beef bourguignon. Chef Christophe Durliat has over 30 years of experience in top kitchens around the world and leads the restaurant. His goal is to create a true European dining experience with a focus on French cooking. Their menu includes homemade dishes made with fresh, seasonal ingredients from local markets. You’ll find items like escargots, onion soup, fresh salads, cheese platters, and baguette bratwurst. Citron European Bistro also offers vegetarian and gluten-free options. Free parking is available for guests. Curbside pickup and takeout are also available for your convenience.

2026 Highlights: From classic French technique to Asian-inspired innovation and Canadian authenticity, every plate tells a story of culinary mastery. The restaurant crafts each dish with passion and precision. "

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Menu:

Main Courses
BœUf Bourguignon $35
Filet Mignon $50
Steak Frites $50
Chicken Cordon Bleu $28
Chicken Piccata $28
Duck Confit Udon $30
Wienerschnitzel $27
Miso-Maple Salmon $35
Magret De Canard $36
Pasta
Shrimp Scampi $30
Pesto Penne $25
Pasta Primavera $23
Appetizers
Escargot Bourgogne $17
Bavarian Bratwurst $16
Pierogies $14
Poutine $15
Soups And Salads
Soupe à L'Oignon $17
Caprese $18
Candied Pecan Salad $18
Desserts
Key Lime Pie $15
Bread Pudding $15
Chocolate Mousse $12
Tiramisu $12

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CORBEAU

3819 North 26th Street,
Tacoma, WA 98407 Directions

Since 2024

Specialities:

Frites Steak Frites Burger and Frites Market Fish Mushroom Risotto Semolina Gnocchi Duck Breast Half Chicken Almond Apricot Tart Goat Cheese Parfait Blackberry Chocolate Olive Oil Cake Gem Lettuce Korean Caesar Roasted Shishito Tomato Toast Seared Pork Belly Chicken-Fried Quail Langue de Boeuf Fromage Pickle Plate Bread and Butter

" Corbeau serves fresh French dishes and artisanal coffee in a welcoming atmosphere. The restaurant is owned by Trevor Hamilton, who has over seven years of experience running award-winning restaurants, including helping The Table become Tacoma’s first James Beard nominee. Their Fromage plate comes with three cheeses, grapefruit marmalade and crostini. Corbeau also has a large selection of wines, spirits, and cocktails, with an easy-to-use wine guide to help you choose. This is a great place for a relaxed meal with friends. Free parking is available for your convenience. Their Gruyère Shallot Dumplings are served in a spinach broth with capers and crispy sunchoke chips. Gift cards are also available.

2026 Highlights: Corbeau is a modern, elegant bistro that serves up updated French classics. Craig Tronset is the Executive Chef and Kylie Agostini is the Bar Manager of the restaurant. "

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Menu:

Grands Plats
Mushroom Risotto $36
Semolina Gnocchi $36
Duck Breast $46
Half Chicken $45
Petits Plats
Gem Lettuce $16
Korean Caesar $16
Roasted Shishito $16
Tomato Toast $18
Seared Pork Belly $26
Chicken-Fried Quail $16
Langue De Boeuf $18
Fromage $19
Pickle Plate $8
Bread And Butter $7
Frites
Frites $8
Steak Frites $49
Burger And Frites $24
Le Dessert
Almond Apricot Tart $15
Goat Cheese Parfait $15
Blackberry Chocolate Olive Oil Cake $15

Contact:

(253) 533-4833

Mon-Sat: 4pm - 9pm
Sun: Closed
Happy Hour:
Mon-Fri: 4pm - 5pm

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