Best French Restaurants in Melbourne

Melbourne's French cuisine showcases the country's rich culinary heritage with a focus on fine dining and haute cuisine. Characterized by intricate preparations and high-quality ingredients, French dishes in Melbourne often feature classic combinations such as escargots, bouillabaisse, and coq au vin. Melbourne's French restaurants also demonstrate a strong emphasis on wine pairings, with many offering an extensive selection of French wines to complement their menus.

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Last updated 11 Aug 2026

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Hardware Societe
Melbourne CBD
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Awa French Creperie & Cafe
Fitzroy
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Babines
Collingwood
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Bistro Gitan
South Yarra
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Bistro Guillaume
Southbank
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Bistro La Provence
Brighton
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Bistro Sousou
Fitzroy
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Bistro Thierry
Melbourne
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Bistro Voliere
St Kilda
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Bistrot d'Orsay
Melbourne CBD
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Bon Ap' Petit Bistro
Fitzroy
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Bon Matin
Richmond
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Chez Olivier
South Yarra
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Croissanteria
Southbank
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Entrecôte
Prahran
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France-Soir
South Yarra
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French Saloon
Melbourne CBD
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Frenchie
Collingwood
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Harriot
Melbourne CBD
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Le Gaulois
Glen Waverley
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Maison Bâtard
Melbourne CBD
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No35
Melbourne
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Paris Go Bistro
Carlton
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Philippe
Melbourne CBD
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Reine & Larue
Melbourne CBD
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Roule Galette
Melbourne CBD
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Smith St Bistrot
Collingwood
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Tartine
Richmond
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