French Restaurants in Annapolis, MD

Annapolis, Maryland is located on the Chesapeake Bay just 30 miles from Washington D.C. The city is famous for being the home of United States Naval Academy, so it shouldn't be a surprise that Annapolis is popular with water sports enthusiasts. Boating, canoeing and kayaking are all possible on the Chesapeake. Annapolis also has several excellent boating events every year. Walkers and cyclists like Annapolis for walks along the Severn River and bike rides on The Colonial Annapolis Maritime Trail. Annapolis also has many excellent French restaurants that are perfect for a lovely meal after a fun day enjoying the city.

Les Folies Brasserie

Les Folies Brasserie specializes in fresh seafood with a French twist. Using recipes from different regions of France, Les Folies Brasserie offers some of the best fish and seafood in Annapolis. The restaurant also serves soups, pastas, sandwiches, chicken and steak, but all with an emphasis on fine French cuisine. Les Folies Brasserie is also known for its raw bar as well as an excellent 3-course Sunday brunch.

Les Folies Brasserie
2552 Riva Road
Annapolis, MD
(410) 573.0970
lesfoliesbrasserie.com

Treaty of Paris

Located in an 18th century style French restaurant Treaty of Paris is known as one of the best restaurants in Annapolis. The Treaty of Paris in The Maryland Inn opened more than 250 years ago. Luminaries such as Benjamin Franklin and John Adams used to eat here. The restaurant's breakfast menu offers typical breakfast fare like pancakes and omelets but portions are large and the food is delicious. Lunch and dinner menus include specialties such as Crab Bisque and Petit Filet.

Treaty of Paris
16 Church Circle
Annapolis, MD
(410) 216-6340
historicinnsofannapolis.com

Cafe Normandie

Owned and operated by the same family for more than 17 years, Cafe Normandie is an Annapolis landmark. Known as one of the best French restaurants in Annapolis, Cafe Normandie concentrates on supremely fresh seafood, delicious soups, crisp salads and various stuffed French crepes. Prices are a little high, but the food is delicious, the atmosphere relaxed and the staff super friendly, so it's worth the slightly extra expense.

Cafe Normandie
185 Main St
Annapolis, MD
(410) 263-3382

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City of Annapolis, Maryland: Visitor Information

Article Written By Rachel Reeves

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