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7. Bergerac French Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 324 reviews
Reviewed By Rich M
Bergerac exceeded expectations. Firstly the service delivered by a group of young enthusiastic French was spot on. A good looking menu with plenty of interesting specials. Trad dishes like onion soup and escargot delivered good flavors. Cassoulet authentic. Good wines by the glass. All up a very good experience...
6. Philippe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 225 reviews
Philippe Mouchel Rated as one of the world's finest French Chefs, undertaking his apprenticeship at Hotel Le Grand Cerf, Evreux, Philippe Mouchel began his career at the age of 16 and recently opened 'Philippe' in Melbourne. Philippe is a contemporary Fre
Reviewed By Peter F
We were a party of 14 for dinner with a pre-arranged (smaller) menu.For my starter I ate the Ora king salmon mariné gravlax with fennel and beetroot salad and walnut mayonnaise. Fine salmon, delicately pickled baby beetroot and subtle mayonnaise. Splendidly balanced and delicious.For mains I had Gold band snapper, with a safron risotto galette and asparagus fumet. The flavours on the plate were to die for - and more pearls of flavour than listed on the menu. Fish skin crusted and seasoned perfectly. We who ordered this all coo-ed throughout the eating.Chou profiterole for desert, with hazlenut praliné cream, yuzu, and praliné ice-cream. Unexpected orange accents throughout. Refined and delicious.Vegetarian colleague had fixed starter and main and choice of desert. Whilst the usual suspects were there (asparagus followed by gnocchi), the treatments, flavours and plating were anything but. One of our diners is allergic to olive oil and that was catered for.An excellent wine list and attentive service.Very slow delivery of the first course - 60 minutes from ordering to first plates; we all went through two rounds of sliced baguettes and butter - makes this a 4 rather than 5 star rating. Be warned: steep flight of stairs down from ground-floor entrance and no lift.Highly recommended. I will return.
5. Bistrot d'Orsay
Overall Ratings
4 based on 452 reviews
Bistrot d'Orsay has been situated in picturesque Collins Street for 20 years, in an area regarded as the âParis Endâ. The interior is instantly evocative of the French capital with trompe lâoeil ceiling and a towering vintage French poster adorning the di
Reviewed By Allder
We have waited ages to return and now know why. Beautiful ambiance, friendly, warm and professional French staff. Delicious food and as you would expect a great wine list. This really like being back in Paris for us. We shared the charcuterie platter (note the Chicken Liver pate was sublime). I went for the lamb special while the man did the beef. We unashamedly shared the pear tarte tatin and a lovely dessert wine. Could not have been happier
4. The French Brasserie
Overall Ratings
4 based on 641 reviews
Instantly welcoming the French Brasserie offers a relaxing sanctuary at the top end of town. Soaring ceilings and vast glass expanses achieve a chic contemporary atmosphere while friendly attentive staff anticipate your every need. Open for lunch Monday -
Reviewed By Thierry12233
Absolutely a great french rerstaurant.After a superbe and warm welcome by restaurant owner ( genuine welcome, and genuine care ), you will be able to seat and relax in this greatly and smartly designed restaurant, with high ceiling, mezzazine ...Menu a la Carte offers a good variety of french most popular dishes.The wine selection is great also, and reasonnably priced.You will be served by french waitresses who are extremelly charming.So, if looking for a chic french experience, dont go any further.2 car parks just 1 minute away from restaurant are avalaible.I recommend :Boeuf Bourguignon : superbe !( marinated beef, served with red wine french sauce )Bonjour,Thanks for your feedback and review. We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed dining with us and that the staff took care of you, thank you for mentioning. The Beef Bourguignon is one of our favourite meals, so glad that liked it - it is a true dish of France. We'll be sure to pass on your kind words to our staff and team, and we're glad you enjoyed your visit.MerciChrissy SThe French Brasserie
3. Chez Bagou
Overall Ratings
4 based on 36 reviews
Chez Bagou is an elegant and chic French Bistro run by Aurelien Bagou, which opened in Melbourne's Albert Park, September 2018. Quaint and authentic food presented in Bistronomie style and served by superb staff, knowledgeable, friendly and 5 star service
Reviewed By TH3004
After my partner and I had 3 courses each, most meals were good, not amazing, but good. The dessert Tarte Tatin was a big let down but not as big a let down as being charged $20 per bottle of wine for corkage! We had some really nice bottles of French wine, we brought back from France and wanted to enjoy these with our French meal. Chez Bagou openly advertises BYO on a Tuesday and Sunday night on the website, however there is no reference of the corkage charge here nor on any menus we were presented with. When we sat down my partner queried the BYO he saw on the website with the waiter, yet still no mention of the $20 per bottle corkage charge. A little transparency here would have gone a long way. Needless to say receiving the bill and seeing a $40 charge for a bottle and a half of wine left such a sour note on what was supposed to be a really special evening for my partner and I. We have previously dined here and enjoyed it hence we were looking forward to coming back. We let the waiter know we were expecting a corkage charge, that goes without saying, but an amount of $40 was not appreciated especially as there was no transparency surrounding the charge. $40 is simply gross profiteering off your customers, it would be far better to not offer BYO on any night. After my partner and I dined here he sent an email to Chez Bagou to give feedback through the right channels, we never received a response!
2. Roule Galette Melbourne
Overall Ratings
4 based on 516 reviews
Roule Galette is a little piece of France in the city where you will find French staff, speaking the language of Voltaire who will serve you in a warm and intimate setting reminiscent of Montmartre in Paris. Music, whether Breton or French songs of the la
Reviewed By giddyin0z
Back in Melbourne for a visit, we definitely had to go eat at the Roule Galette again. Our meals were as fabulous as in the previous year. :-) Perfectly prepared galettes (= the savoury variety made with buckwheat) and crepes (= the sweet ones), friendly and prompt service, pleasant atmosphere. Merci beaucoup!
1. Chez Bagou
Overall Ratings
4 based on 36 reviews
Chez Bagou is an elegant and chic French Bistro run by Aurelien Bagou, which opened in Melbourne's Albert Park, September 2018. Quaint and authentic food presented in Bistronomie style and served by superb staff, knowledgeable, friendly and 5 star service
Reviewed By TH3004
After my partner and I had 3 courses each, most meals were good, not amazing, but good. The dessert Tarte Tatin was a big let down but not as big a let down as being charged $20 per bottle of wine for corkage! We had some really nice bottles of French wine, we brought back from France and wanted to enjoy these with our French meal. Chez Bagou openly advertises BYO on a Tuesday and Sunday night on the website, however there is no reference of the corkage charge here nor on any menus we were presented with. When we sat down my partner queried the BYO he saw on the website with the waiter, yet still no mention of the $20 per bottle corkage charge. A little transparency here would have gone a long way. Needless to say receiving the bill and seeing a $40 charge for a bottle and a half of wine left such a sour note on what was supposed to be a really special evening for my partner and I. We have previously dined here and enjoyed it hence we were looking forward to coming back. We let the waiter know we were expecting a corkage charge, that goes without saying, but an amount of $40 was not appreciated especially as there was no transparency surrounding the charge. $40 is simply gross profiteering off your customers, it would be far better to not offer BYO on any night. After my partner and I dined here he sent an email to Chez Bagou to give feedback through the right channels, we never received a response!
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