French in NYC

French is just one of the many languages spoken in the city, but the love story between New York and all things French is an enduring one.

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We are far from being the only Frenchies in the city! From some of the finest restaurants in Manhattan to our friends local wine bars in Bushwick, we are compiling a directory of the best places to experience french culture throughout the 5 boroughs.

Sezane

This is the brand that drives every Parisian girls crazy! Sezane embodies a typical Parisian style, effortless chic with beautiful materials, and affordable! There’s clothes for every occasion and the limited edition collections makes every purchase unique.

www.sezane.com/us

International School of Brooklyn

When it comes to French education for kids, Coucou highly recommends the International School of Brooklyn! ISB is an independent, non-profit school that is known for its innovative and robust Nursery–8th Grade French and Spanish language immersion program and International Baccalaureate curriculum.

www.isbrooklyn.org/

Brooklyn Fox Lingerie

To find fancy French lingerie brands. If there’s one non food-related thing that the French do better, it’s got to be lingerie!

www.brooklynfoxlingerie.com/

The Invisible Dog Art Center

To check out an out-there art show. Started by a Frenchman, frequently features French artists.

www.theinvisibledog.org/

L’Industrie

For your pizza fix. Tiny hole-in-the-wall pizza spot run by French people, right next to Coucou. Who knew French pizza was a thing?

www.lindustriebk.com/

Barbès

To have a drink and see some live music. Learn all the names of the métro stops along line 2 while you sip on a pastis so you can impress your friends on your next trip to Paris! Don’t miss out on their amazing concerts!

www.barbesbrooklyn.com/