French Restaurants in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Minneapolis, nicknamed "the City of Lakes," offers outdoor activities throughout the year. Outdoor enthusiasts flock to Lake Calhoun, the largest of the Chain of Lakes. Enjoy paddling, canoeing, kayaking and swimming during the summer. Skate, bicycle or walk along almost 50 miles of paved trails throughout the parks. Drive a few minutes west of Minneapolis and fish for bass, walleye and crappie at Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park. Dine on French cuisine afterward at one of several fine French restaurants.

Visitors to La Belle Vie appreciate the service, atmosphere, and the five-course tasting menu. Enjoy a first course such as King Crab and Artichoke Fazzoletti with Saffron and Dried Tomato. Sauteed Sea Scallops with Carmalized Eggplant, Asparagus and Prosciutto is an example of an entree. Request vegetarian and seafood versions of the meals. Choose to visit the lounge for drinks where you will find a lounge menu with assortment of selections, such as imported Artisan cheeses.

La Belle Vie
510 Groveland Ave.
Minneapolis, MN 55403-3220
(612) 874-6440
labellevie.us

Make reservations to the Vincent A Restaurant while in Minneapolis. Lunch has a two-course menu which changes weekly. Enjoy the one of Vincent's signature dishes, such as escargots in garlic butter, or try the tasting menu. Choose one of several entrees, like Rosemary Honey Mustard Glazed Salmon, Shaved Brussels Sprouts, Pancetta and Apple Broth. Select from extensive wine lists.

Vincent A Restaurant
1100 Nicollet Ave.
Minneapolis, MN 55403-2405
(612) 630-1189
vincentarestaurant.com

Barbette focuses on health conscious meals, providing a casual atmosphere and late night dining. Enjoy organic and locally produced food, such as free-range organic chicken and eggs, grass-fed beef, free-range organic pork, and fresh seafood. Order the Steak Helene, for example, which is a NY strip, demi-glace, with seared Brussels sprouts. Or try the Minnesota Lamb Burger with Chevre from the late night menu, served until 12:30 a.m., containing pine nuts, currants & petite mixed greens salad.

Barbette
1600 West Lake Street
Minneapolis, MN 55408-2547
(612) 827-5710
barbette.com

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