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Best Traditional French Restaurants in Downtown

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A photo of Bonaparte restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(5131)
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• Traditional French • Old Montreal
Booked 35 times today
Amazing restaurant with 10/10 food, service, and ambiance!
A photo of Chez Leveque restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1888)
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• Traditional French • Outremont
Booked 32 times today
Very good french restaurant with fresh homemade goods! Authentic french cuisine no gimmick! Good service
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4.2
Awesome(461)
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• Traditional French • Downtown
Booked 12 times today
The ambiance is so nice and feel welcomed 👌 the oysters are very fresh!
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4.5
Awesome(94)
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• Traditional French • Downtown
Booked 3 times today
We went here to celebrate a birthday and our mini honeymoon. We’re a little surprised nothing was acknowledged. Even if they don’t give you any freebies usually they at least say happy birthday or something like that. The food was really good. Portion sizes were great. It is inside a hotel lobby so sometimes you do get the sound of people entering into the hotel but overall the noise was not too bad. 
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4.7
Exceptional(1166)
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• Traditional French • Old Montreal
Booked 11 times today
It is the best seafood and fish restaurant in Old Montreal.
A photo of Le Molière restaurant
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• Traditional French • Quartier des Spectacles
Booked 1 time today
Le Molière, situé au cœur du Quartier Latin à Montréal, est une brasserie parisienne qui ravit les amateurs de cuisine française.Avec son ambiance chaleureuse et ses plats classiques comme la soupe à l'oignon en dôme et les moules-frites, ce restaurant est l'endroit idéal pour une expérience gastronomique raffinée. Il propose également des espaces privés pour des événements spéciaux.
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4.2
Awesome(138)
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• Traditional French • Saint-Laurent/Mount Royal
Booked 15 times today
Fantastic service, team working the pastry counter were great! Amazing pastries!

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  • Patrick
    Key West / Florida Keys •29 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Amazing restaurant with 10/10 food, service, and ambiance!
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    Bonaparte$$$$• French• Old Montreal
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    4.8
  • Marc
    Montreal / Quebec •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 10 Oct 2026
    Very good french restaurant with fresh homemade goods! Authentic french cuisine no gimmick! Good service
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    Chez Leveque$$$$• French• Outremont
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    4.6
  • Sean
    Vancouver / British Columbia •11 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on 22 Sept 2026
    Fantastic service, team working the pastry counter were great! Amazing pastries!
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    Duc de Lorraine$$$$• French• Saint-Laurent/Mount Royal
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    4.2
  • Stephanie
    1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 19 Aug 2026
    The ambiance is so nice and feel welcomed 👌 the oysters are very fresh!
    More info
    COMMODORE restaurant$$$$• Traditional French• Downtown
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    4.2
  • AshleyGold
    Calgary / Southern Alberta •23 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on 11 Aug 2026
    We went here to celebrate a birthday and our mini honeymoon. We’re a little surprised nothing was acknowledged. Even if they don’t give you any freebies usually they at least say happy birthday or something like that. The food was really good. Portion sizes were great. It is inside a hotel lobby so sometimes you do get the sound of people entering into the hotel but overall the noise was not too bad. 
    More info
    Moneme$$$$• French• Downtown
    •
    4.5

Discover best Traditional French restaurants in Downtown

Discover the rich flavors of traditional French cuisine right in the vibrant heart of Downtown Montreal, Quebec. This area is renowned for its eclectic dining scene, where the essence of French gastronomy is celebrated with exceptional culinary artistry. Each restaurant in this locale offers a unique ambiance, ranging from vintage bistro-style settings to more contemporary and intimate dining experiences. Patrons can expect a diverse menu that includes everything from classic French onion soup and succulent duck dishes to innovative vegan options, all made using local, seasonal ingredients. The dining establishments here are not only committed to delivering top-notch service but also to providing a warm, welcoming atmosphere that enhances the overall dining experience. Whether you're a local foodie or a visitor looking to indulge in authentic French flavors, Downtown Montreal's traditional French restaurants promise an unforgettable culinary journey.

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