Top Best French Restaurants in Bowen Island

"Paris is known as the City of Love and Jules Bistro (216 Abbott Street, Vancouver) in Gastown exudes a charming, romantic French atmosphere that makes you feel like you’re there. This authentic French bistro has been around since 2007. They offer a menu that melds the flavours of France with a West Coast style, offering up authentic, traditional French dishes and daily specials all using fresh, local ingredients at affordable prices."

"Since 2007, Jules Bistro has been a local favorite for approachable French food. Born and raised in Dijon, France, owner and chef, Emmanuel Joinville, brings his skillful love of cooking to each dish he creates. After his apprenticeship and opening his own restaurant in Dijon, he ventured to Paris where he opened a small gastropub near the Eiffel Tower before moving to Vancouver and opening Jules Bistro."

"A post shared by Claire (@clirby) on Jun 1, 2018 at 12:27pm PDT. Cozy up at this quaint Gastown eatery serving up French bistro classics with a bustling little patio. With offerings like lobster bisque and country-style pate, it’s easy to see why this spot is such a hit."

"Le Crocodile was awarded Best French Restaurant in Where Magazine, The Four Diamond Award, and Top Fine French Restaurant in Vancouver Magazine, among others. Chef and owner Michel Jacob from Strasbourg brought his dreams of becoming a chef in Vancouver and opened a restaurant named Au Crocodile, his favourite facility in his hometown of France. Jacob’s goal was to match the level of distinction he had found in Au Crocodile, which he had achieved with a level of honor of consistency over the past thirty years."

"Chef Michel Jacob's Alsatian-style cuisine is one for the books and absolutely worth the splurge. From the warm and inviting atmosphere to the impeccable service and incredible dishes, Le Crocodile continues to be a local favorite for special occasions. The menu boasts plenty of sumptuous hot and cold starters that set the stage nicely for the main event."

"A post shared by 🐙仔 (@celine_wwwdi) on Jul 19, 2018 at 11:20pm PDT. One of Vancouver’s most upscale French restaurants, this elegant space serves classic French cuisine. Their menu has a little bit of everything, with fois-grais terrine, veal sweetbreads and grilled sable fish."

"Les Faux Bourgeois is a quintessential French bistro where you’ll find steak frites, escargot, and servers with French accents who might silently judge you for eating your food so fast. Come here when you want some reliable and reasonably-priced classic French food and don’t want to spend forever trying to get a table. Though if you encounter a short wait, you can kill some time over a few beers at Bells and Whistles a block over before consuming a whole bunch of red wine and creme brulee."

"Les Faux Bourgeois is one of the best restaurants in the city for a number of reasons: The food is excellent, the atmosphere is warm, and the price is right. You don't have to spend a bundle to enjoy classic French cuisine in Vancouver, making this spot a perfect place to take a date. Most main course dishes are under $25 and the portion sizes are generous."

"Take a trip to an excellent Parisian bistro by way of the city’s beachside Kitsilano neighborhood, where up-and-comer chef Dan McGee and team are whipping up French standards with B.C.’s finest produce. The stunning custom-made bar comes from France, and even the serving staff are mostly French, although with the happy addition of Canadian manners. With buttery croissants in the morning, gooey croque-monsieur at lunch, and juicy entrecôte-frites with a mouthwatering crisp char at dinner, anytime is a good time for Au Comptoir."

"If you have a love affair with Parisian cafes, Au Comptoir in Vancouver's Kitsilano doesn't disappoint. They're also open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner so you've got options. In the morning go for the flaky pastries or the omelette with gruyere, fine herbs, and salad; with a cafe au lait, of course."

"A post shared by Au Comptoir (@au_comptoir) on Nov 19, 2017 at 11:02am PST. Reserve a table for two at this Parisian spot for a night of romance. This is the place to savour a glass of fine wine as you tuck into French classics like cassoulet before sharing one of their house-made desserts."

"Where: At 1260 Commercial Drive, in the neighbourhood known as The Drive. The scene: It’s all about simplicity and flavoursome French food at this charming little bistro run by Vancouver-born Cory Pearson and his wife Julianna. The menu is clear-cut: three starters, three mains and three desserts - all of which can be ordered individually or as a prix fixe option."

"Want to take your lover to Paris without the high price tag?. Book a table at the Absinthe Bistro and let the green fairy guide you through date night. This casual-chic eatery delightful French cuisine that you can sample from any one of their rotating fixed-price menus."

"With a menu that changes from time to time, Absinthe is definitely a must-try. Among the popular dishes that I’ve read about, I decided on Absinthe Bistro’s slow-braised (and oh-so-tender) roasted stuffed rabbit loin."

"At The French Table, you'll find traditional French food prepared by master chef Hervé Martin, the former chef and owner at The Hermitage on Robson St, which had a run of 24-years-strong. The restaurant’s “uncomplicated but innovative French cuisine” features items like the marinated salmon with baby dill, creme fraiche and crostini, and sweet breads grenobloise with capers, parsley, lemon butter and celeriac remoulade. Location: 3916 Main St."

"Here’s a restaurant whose charm is held intact by the fact that the founder and owner of the restaurant comes from a tradition of excellence in French cuisine. Chef Herve Martin is mighty proud to share with Vancouver (and the rest of the world) all of his creations, through The French Table. What that means, then, is a food experience that is not just charming, but also delicious."

"A lovely gem along West Point Grey’s southern border, Trafalgars Bistro – “Vancouver’s greenest restaurant – serves modern French fare with farm-to-table flare. The team wholeheartedly embraces “seasonality, simplicity and sustainability” from their partnerships with local producers and the Vancouver Aquarium’s Ocean Wise program to their innovative waste reduction program. Location: 2603 West 16th Ave."

"J-C Poirier’s elevated, Québécois-inspired restaurant is known for its unapologetically decadent menu, featuring rich sauces redolent with butter, impeccable pâtés en croûe, and desserts worth every delicious calorie. Now, with the launch of St. Lawrence à la Maison, family-style meals can be picked up curbside from the Railtown eatery on designated dates. A full meal, including main, sides, dinner rolls, and dessert, is offered on a rotating menu for $47 per person, with partial proceeds donated to Union Gospel Mission."

"Since opening in summer 2017 under the experienced hand of Montreal’s Toqué alum chef J.C. Poirier, St Lawrence has been one of the city’s toughest reservations to score. Step behind the velvet curtain of this small dining room in Japantown and you leave Vancouver and its passion for clean, fresh, lean cuisine behind and dive into a delicious butter-hosed world where old-school French technique meets Québecois cuisine."

"Eating at St Lawrence is like being in someone’s fancy rustic living room in the Quebec countryside. But you’re not in Quebec, you’re in the Downtown Eastside in Vancouver. It’s the best Québécois food in Vancouver and on a scale of richness from air to butter, most of the menu is a croissant."

"Gastown's Pidgin has launched its new program for premium packaged meals called Carrier Pidgin. The restaurant says its goal is to take all the difficulty out of creating a complex multi-course meal. You simply have to finish and season a few items to have a restaurant-quality meal at home to enjoy."

"Located in historic Gastown, we are a Vancouver restaurant paying homage to the unique cultures that make up the tapestry of this great city by seamlessly using Asian and Pacific Northwest ingredients with current techniques. We recommend the pork"

"Set in swanky Coal Harbour, Tableau’s sophisticated vibe carries through its beautiful interior, curated international wine list, stellar cocktail menu and classic bistro features (lunch, dinner and weekend brunch) like the albacore tuna Niçoise salad, rabbit terrine and moules frites. Location: 1181 Melville St."

"Happy hours 👍👍 Just order everything from the menu please 😅. A post shared by Shirley Lo (@slosy) on Jun 23, 2018 at 9:26pm PDT. A stunning eatery that specializes in hearty French bistro dishes with a West Coast twist."

"Often referred to as the 'Venice Beach of Vancouver', Kitsilano Beach Park is the city’s hub for summer action. Known to locals as Kits Beach, this scenic strip of sand is ideal for aquaphiles, with the longest swimming pool in Canada, a gradual-entry outdoor saltwater pool that runs for 137m beside the ocean. It's heated, and there are slides for smaller tots."

"At last, our final, spur of the moment location was a view of BC Place (Vancouver’s Whitecap’s Stadium). We walked around Vancouver and ended up overlooking a gorgeous nighttime view of the cityscape. Most of Day 2 was spent with our friends, taking photos and playing tourist throughout Vancouver."

"Featuring an underground-ish inspired rustic interior design, Fortuna Sound Club is a wonderful party spot in Vancouver especially for people who like casual setups and hardcore clubbing. It showcases high-energy live performances from their resident DJs as well as guest performers. To top it all off, you can book Fortune Sound Club for your special events like concerts, photography shoots, exhibits, and more."

"Fortune Sound Club attracts well known DJs from all over, making it a favorite place for lively and young locals to go and dance. There are always different events happening so it's a good idea to check out their website regularly to see who's playing when. As far as clubs go, it's a pretty intimate space so you're never far from the action."

"Make sure to stop off for a drink at Keefer Bar and Fortune Sound Club and check out Rennie Collection at Wing Sang (which offers free entry). You can also visit some of the firm-favourites such as; Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden and the Millennium Gate."

"A post shared by PIER 7 Restaurant + Bar (@pier7restaurant) on Jan 30, 2017 at 3:01pm PST. Sitting on the water next to Lonsdale Quay, this North Vancouver restaurant offers a beautiful view of downtown Vancouver. From 3 to 6, and again from 9 to close, Pier 7’s Happy Hour features seven different appetizers, all for less than $10."

"Enjoy a 180-degree view of the Vancouver Harbour with world-class boat-to-table seafood. Pier 7’s lively bar, cozy dining room and 2-level year-round heated patio make it the perfect spot for brunch, lunch or dinner on the North Vancouver waterfront. 25 Wallace Mews11:30am-11pm, weekdays / 10:30am-11pm, weekendspierseven.ca"

"With 180° ocean front views of the downtown Vancouver skyline and Stanley Park, no other restaurant in North Vancouver gets you this close to the water. PIER 7, sits in the revitalized Lower Lonsdale Shipyards and is right next to the Lonsdale Quay, shops & attractions.Open 7-days a week for lunch,...See more"

"If you find yourself deep in the south, or you’re making a trip to Ikea in Richmond, then this is the spot for you. Nestled inside Northern Building Supply, the Northern Cafe is the most authentic diner on this list. Grab some lumber or hardware, then treat yourself to a burger or some chicken strips before you start your home improvement project."

"A post shared by Jill (@jillonjill) on Jul 26, 2017 at 12:11pm PDT. This hole-in-the-wall diner is definitely one to keep on your radar. It’s literally above a hardware store."