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Best French Restaurants in Santa Ana

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A photo of The Hobbit restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1511)
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• French • Orange
Booked 7 times today
Went for anniversary dinner on a Wednesday night. Being a weekday I thought they would be slow, but they were busy and the staff were on their A game. Hors d'oeuvres in the cellar and had cocktails while perusing the bottles - some great wines down there. Matt was amazing describing the wine pairings to the room with every dish. Everything from the 3 small bites to start, the fish and beef wellington mains, and cheesecake to finish was amazing. Very impressed and will be back again.
A photo of L'ORANGE CAFE restaurant
4.3
Awesome(4)
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• French • Orange
All 4 of us enjoyed delicious meals and we will have to return to try the tempting, beautiful desserts! It was a lovely Mother's Day spot. ❤️.
A photo of Zinqué - Newport restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1298)
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• French • Newport Beach
Booked 63 times today
Favorite place in that area with a beautiful view and amazing marina vibe. Great food, reasonable prices, the best people watching!
A photo of The Cellar - Fullerton CA restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(3800)
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• French • Fullerton
Booked 32 times today
Loved everything about this restaurant from service to food to drinks to atmosphere. Definitely will be coming back many more times to come.
A photo of Brodard Chateau restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(364)
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• French • Garden Grove / Westminster
Booked 19 times today
The spring rolls were delicious and the shaken beef was incredibly tender and tasty
A photo of Little Sister - Huntington Beach restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(93)
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• French • Huntington Beach
Booked 18 times today
My recommendation for a party of 4: get 2 shake shake beef, papaya salad and garlic noodles. All 4 will leave full, and what a view of the ocean!
A photo of Little Sister - Irvine restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1475)
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• French • Irvine
Booked 48 times today
Arrived on time and were seated promptly. The service was excellent, and the food was great. Highly recommend!
A photo of The Wild Artichoke restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(205)
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• French • Placentia / Yorba Linda
Booked 10 times today
The food was phenomenal! I would use a little less sauce on the bone in short rib so the beef flavor comes through but it was still delicious. We’re not from the area and stopped in for a late dinner and it turned out to be a very nice surprise. It was hard to decide from the varied menu. There were so many delicious choices. I’m giving it 5 stars in spite of the disinterested and grumpy server. The other server was polite and I was hoping we’d get him but unfortunately we didn’t. I don’t want a server to be my buddy but a friendly and interested manner is always appreciated. He took our order and brought the food out in a timely manner so that part was done. It’s a small restaurant with small tables but in spite of that the ambience wasn’t bad at all. It’s tastefully decorated. I’d definitely go back again in spite of the 45 minute drive.
A photo of C'est La Vie Restaurant and Bakery restaurant
4.2
Awesome(240)
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• French • Laguna Beach
Booked 1 time today
Everything was great. Weather, food, service. We’ll see you again soon.
A photo of Marché Moderne restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(5952)
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• French • Newport Beach
Booked 25 times today
Still one of our favorite restaurants. Alan is the best. Thank you for a wonderful date night.

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  • BradGold
    San Francisco Bay Area •35 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    One of the best dinners we have ever experienced. A Wednesday evening Steak menu w full menu as well. Scallops and Hamachi crisps were excellent. The bone marrow was the best we have had in a long time. French NY steak, Australian Wagyu Onglet and chicken cordon bleu with wild mushrooms, Moroccan cauliflower were spectacular! Professional and friendly service by Philip and his crew added to the impressive meal. Will return.
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    Marché Moderne$$$$• French• Newport Beach
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    4.8
  • Elena
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Favorite place in that area with a beautiful view and amazing marina vibe. Great food, reasonable prices, the best people watching!
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    Zinqué - Newport$$$$• French• Newport Beach
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    4.6
  • Chuck
    Orange County •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 4 Oct 2026
    Everything was great. Weather, food, service. We’ll see you again soon.
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    C'est La Vie Restaurant and Bakery$$$$• French• Laguna Beach
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    4.2
  • SusanGold
    Los Angeles •56 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 26 Sept 2026
    The spring rolls were delicious and the shaken beef was incredibly tender and tasty
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    Brodard Chateau$$$$• Vietnamese• Garden Grove / Westminster
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    4.8
  • Suzanne
    Los Angeles •1 review
    4.0
    Dined on 10 May 2026
    All 4 of us enjoyed delicious meals and we will have to return to try the tempting, beautiful desserts! It was a lovely Mother's Day spot. ❤️.
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    L'ORANGE CAFE$$$$• International• Orange
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    4.3

Discover best French restaurants in Santa Ana

Discover the charm of French cuisine in North Orange County, Santa Ana, where a variety of restaurants offer a taste of France right in the heart of Orange County. These establishments feature a broad range of French dishes, from classic coq au vin and bouillabaisse to innovative fusion creations that blend French culinary techniques with local flavors. Each restaurant prides itself on providing an authentic French dining experience, complete with meticulously curated wine lists and elegantly crafted desserts that cater to both traditional and modern palates. Santa Ana's French dining scene is vibrant and diverse, reflecting the city's cosmopolitan flair and appreciation for gourmet international cuisine. Whether you're looking for a romantic dinner spot or a cozy bistro to enjoy a leisurely brunch, the French restaurants in this area promise an unforgettable culinary journey. With a focus on high-quality ingredients and exquisite presentation, these eateries strive to transport diners to the streets of Paris through every bite. Enjoy the ambiance, from chic modern decors to quaint, rustic settings that echo the charm of French country inns, making each dining experience unique and delightful.

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