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.

Café Gitane

Café Gitane is the Moroccan couscous restaurant. Arrive early because there’s rarely a seat available – proof that Café Gitane is doing something very right. The spicy meatballs and vegetarian burger are the stuff of legend.

www.cafegitanenyc.com/index.php

Balthazar

This iconic French brasserie not only has some of the most delicious food in the neighborhood, but also has some of the freshest bread in Manhattan. The owner, Keith McNally has directed two feature films: Far From Berlin and End of the Night.

www.balthazarny.com/

Le Coucou Restaurant

Chef Daniel Rose has been featured on Parts Unknown with Anthony Bourdain – and for good reason. He learned to cook at the Institut Bocuse in Lyon, and has brought his French flair to New York. Located two blocks from our school, this popular bistro is perfect for a date night!

www.lecoucou.com/

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/