Best of 6 French restaurants in Clinton Hill NYC

If ever there was a dish ripe for revival, it's quenelles de brochet, a relic from the bastions of French fine dining of yesteryear. The poached fish purée dumpling hails from Lyon, but eats like gefilte soufflé (in a good way) and might be even livelier than its foamy lobster sauce l'americaine.

Aside from the sunny yellow exterior and the interior designed to mimic an elegant atmosphere and gorgeous surroundings, as long as you don't mind the hardwood chairs that can be uncomfortable to sit on, then you're all set.

Sure, a fancy, extremely limited Pat LaFrieda burger draws all the attention at this four-decade-plus Soho haunt. But venture beyond the bar and visit the comfortable tables in the narrow restaurant for a sophisticated take on bistro food. A large steak au poivre is slathered with pepper sauce and paired with French fries cooked in duck fat.

You'll have more guests joining you than just those at your table, as you'll encounter crows, skeletons, and more when you go to Citroën in Brooklyn.

Their service is highly phenomenal. They have a variety of brunch food options and drink specials on their menu. Their daily menu revolves around eggs benny, steak, fries, Moiminette pancakes, bacon and more. Perfect for that brunch in your backyard.