Opened in 2022 in Preston Center, this stylish bistro (au troisieme is French for “the third place”) comes from private chef and caterer Bobby Pollette. Serving New American cuisine with international influences, AT Bistro was designed as a welcoming neighborhood gathering place. The menu features French and New American fusion dishes such as steak frites, escargot & foie gras, and tuna “au poivre.”

Rise nº1, a cozy soufflé restaurant and wine bar in Inwood Village, is one of Dallas’ most popular spots for French cuisine (and a favorite of former First Lady Laura Bush). The bistro offers savory and sweet soufflé options, including the popular truffle-infused mushroom soufflé and a decadent chocolate dish. But one should always start your meal at Rise nº1 with the marshmallow soup—the bistro’s signature tomato soup with goat cheese “marshmallows.”

One of several dining concepts in the rapidly developing Harwood District, this French bistro stands out for its ability to transport you to another world. The eatery’s favorites include filet au poivre steak frites, pistachio-crusted rack of lamb, and moules frites. Plus, don’t forget to start with the shishito peppers or ricotta and honey.

This French-inspired Belgian restaurant with a Texan concept offers great cuisine. Knox Street has snacks like snails, frog legs, sole and squid ink pasta. If you’re not so adventurous, Toulouse offers more familiar options like burgers, lobster rolls or steak frites.

This authentic French restaurant in North Dallas has been serving seafood, steaks, duck and soufflés since 1996. The interior, with its brick walls and bistro tables, makes you feel like you’ve been transported to the French countryside. Popular dishes on the menu include French onion soup, rack of lamb and veal medallions with wild mushrooms. Don’t forget to order a soufflé for dessert.

One of Dallas restaurant owner Stephan Courseau’s three Knox Street locations (the other two are Knox Bistro and Georgie), Le Bilboquet Dallas is a spinoff of the New York favorite. Known for its French wine, crab and avocado salad, and Cajun chicken, “Le Bib” (as it’s known to locals) is the perfect place to relax with a glass of champagne and pretend you’re in Europe.

This North Dallas eatery is known for its elegant French cuisine prepared by Parisian-born chef Jean-Marie Cadot. The menu features everything from fois gras to escargot, but the standout dishes are sea bass, crab cakes and filet mignon.

This French-inspired bistro in Oak Lawn was opened in 2002 by chef and owner Janice Provost. The popular spot offers a mix of French, American and Italian cuisine, including the famous deconstructed Cali roll, the chef’s burger of the day and Mr. Jordan’s veal Milanese. It also features an outdoor patio with string lights for a charming alfresco atmosphere.

This French-American bistro is the newest addition to the French dining scene in Dallas, replacing Nine on the ninth floor of the Thompson Hotel in Dallas. A tribute to Parisian café culture, the restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. The menu was created by Jeramie Robison, the executive chef at Thompson Dallas, and includes several dishes inspired by his childhood in Louisiana (think gumbo and trout amandine), as well as other French specialties.

This Knox Street restaurant, led by chef Bruno Davaillon, offers plenty of great French dishes. Start with the Escargots Bourguignone or Soufflé au Fromage, then explore the main course menu of Steak Frites, Duck Leg Confit and Moules Marinières.