Bon Appétit: The Best French Restaurants in Brisbane

Dreaming of a Parisian vacation? Skip the flight and head to one of the best French restaurants in Brisbane instead. Between fluffy baguette and rich butter, sweet and smooth crème brûlée and extensive wine lists, it’s a flavour palette you can’t go wrong with.

They’ll tide you over until your next escape to the real deal, we promise!

Montrachet

One of Brisbane’s favourite French restaurants has reopened on King Street, with the kitchen helmed by the award-winning French chef Clement Chauvin, and a fresh new menu.

When visiting anew, diners can expect to see some of their favourites (the favoured double crab souffle and traditional escargot remain), alongside staples like bouillabaisse and steak frites, but each dish has a modern twist.

There are also some new delights to try; Le Duo D’agneau de Printemps (spring lamb two ways), Le Pithivier (roasted pumpkin and mushroom pie topped with sage and brown butter crumble), and a hearty beef Wellington with red wine jus.

With a luxe interior that mirrors the halcyon haze of the Belle Époque, Montrachet is a beloved Brisbane institution known for serving up French classics and a must-do for any Francophile.

1/30 King Street, Bowen Hills

Petite

With a menu designed for sharing, Petite is the ideal new dining destination for date nights or your next special occasion. Serving a concise menu of 20 dishes and 20 wines, there are suggestions for pairing to cut out any laborious decision-making when you’re eager to dine.

Corner of East Street and Ann Street, Fortitude Valley

The French Exit

The French Exit is inviting you to step off the streets of Brissie and into a French-inspired bistro where the simple pleasures of wine, butter, bread and good company are the stars of the show.

From the talented people behind Agnes, sAme sAme, hôntô and Biànca, amongst others, The French Exit welcomes guests with elegant interiors by the renowned Tamsin Johnson. Decadence meets simplicity and is reflective of the menu, which centres around comforting and soulful French dishes. The kitchen, helmed by John-Paul Fiechtner and Ryan Carlson, is turning out Brisbane’s finest produce in the form of steak frites, duck à l’orange, escargot and ananas givré.

As for drinks, the great wine regions of France will be taking centre stage, alongside craft cocktails and a selection of Australian drops.

169 Mary Street, Brisbane

C’est Bon

Bienvenue and welcome to C’est Bon, a French feast for the senses in the heart of Woolloongabba. From breakfast to dinner, C’est Bon will take you from ‘matin’ to ‘nuit’ with their sincere and seasonal modern French feeds.

With gorgeous, rustic decor and a passionate kitchen team, C’est Bon is easily one of the best French restaurants in Brisbane for any occasion. Expect bougie takes on loved dishes like lobster thermidor, terrine and tartare, to sweet classics like crêpes, crèmes caramel, and tarte tatin.

Enjoy their unique space sitting in the restaurant, the bar, in the intimate cosy cellar or enjoy the soleil on the garden terrasse or rooftop bar.

609/611 Stanley Street, Woolloongabba

Herve’s Restaurant and Bar

Herve’s Restaurant and Bar is an elegant long lunch location with a loft-style aesthetic. Watch the energy in the bustling open kitchen with numerous chef stations crafting seafood dishes, pastries and wood-fired deliciousness.

The entire menu is exquisite from amuse bouche to desserts (and the enormous wine list is what dreams are made of), but it’s the Western Rock Lobster Ravioli we’re dreaming of, featuring lobster bisque and tarragon oil for melt-in-your-mouth magic.

Level 1, Craft’d Grounds, 31-37 Collingwood Street, Albion

Bisou Bisou

This French-inspired brasserie and aperitivo bar is brought to you by the Ghanem Group (also responsible for gifting Brisbane with Donna Chang and the Boom Boom Room) and will whisk you away to Paris for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Serving a menu full of French staples alongside modern dishes, you can dine as simply or as ostentatiously as your heart desires at Bisou Bisou.

We love dining on the freshly sourced mussels, classically pot-cooked and served with your choice of sauce and a crusty baguette.

458 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley

La Belle Vie

At the top of Bardon with a glass-walled dining room offering tree-top views, you’ll find La Belle Vie.

With degustation or a la carte menus to choose between, this Inner West restaurant offers classics from foie gras and traditional French cheeses to pan-fried duck breast and — the true mark of any traditional menu — a crème brûlée.

Well-versed in providing top-tier food and service, the La Belle Vie team hark from a mixture of Michelin Star restaurants to family-owned bistros.

Sitchu Tip: Book a dusk sitting to maximise the stunning golden hour views as the sun sets over the lush, green hills.

60 MacGregor Terrace, Bardon

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Writer

Lexie Mamo

16 January 2026

Lexie is the Brisbane Editor at Sitchu and has been part of the team since October 2020. Her background lies in fashion eCommerce and content marketing, having worked in digital roles across brands like Lorna Jane, Black Milk Clothing and dk active. A Brisbane native, Lexie covers food, lifestyle, events, and travel guides for the Sunshine State. When she’s not writing, you’ll find her reading, visiting coffee spots or snapping shots of her rescue cat for his Instagram account.