I can only share the great overall experience! Great food! Great service! What more can I say? I wish I had more pictures but everything was so good we forgot! read more

Escargot Bistro - French Near Me - Oakland Park, Florida

Escargot Bistro is truly a hidden gem for anyone craving an authentic, cozy French bistro experience. From The warm lighting and classic décor create the perfect atmosphere for a relaxed and memorable evening. The service was exceptional -- attentive, friendly, and genuinely welcoming without ever feeling rushed. As for the food... absolutely succulent. Every dish was beautifully prepared, full of rich, balanced flavors, and presented with care. You can taste the quality and authenticity in every bite. If you're looking for a true French bistro vibe with outstanding service and delicious cuisine, Escargot Bistro is the place. I can't wait to return. read more

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Billed as "Discover French Culinary Excellence", the food here was shockingly bad. The disconnect between "the pitch" and the food makes your head spin. The Escargot was completely overpowered by garlic -- that's all you tasted. Raw garlic. The Lamb Shank's "Burgundy Sauce" was inedibly salty. Mind you, I'm not salt-phobic by any stretch, but this was waaaaay over done. The special Tarte Tatin aux Pommes was embarrassing -- the pastry was limp & soggy, and the fruit was cooked to apple-sauce. On the 'up side', Tthe glass of Bordeaux wasn't bad ... read more

Are you kidding me! I had the beef bourguignon and chocolate mousse These were shameful! Whos the chef. The Only thing i liked was the traditional escargot. My grandfather who was an excellent NYC french chef rolled in his grave read more

Went here for date night. Such a cute French restaurant . Service was impeccable and the food was delicious. We will definitely be back! read more

Escargot Bistro - Branzino - French Near Me - Oakland Park, Florida

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This restaurant is so amazingly delicious. It is small and quaint, and PERFECT! The service is excellent and the food is excellently prepared. From the escargot, to the beef Bourgogne, and lamb shank, each were expertly prepared. And the orange soufflé...OUTSTANDING! You must try this restaurant. You will think you are in France! read more

Escargot Bistro - Orange Soufflé - French Near Me - Oakland Park, Florida

Three of us started with caesar salad - way too much dressing making it hard to enjoy. Three of us ordered the fish special which we were told was dover sole. Unfortunately, it was not dover sole - most probably flounder drowning in a very bad herb dressing. Stay away. read more

Under new ownership but still traditional French cuisine and friendly service. The menu remained mostly the same with soup, salad, sandwiches, crepes and more decadent options. We came on a Sunday for brunch and the cafe was packed by 1 PM. It gets a little warm inside but they have a plastic fan running behind the bar. We started with the traditional garlic butter escargot and it was delicious. Lots of butter oil for dipping and the garlic baguette pieces were nicely toasted. The crab cake was a good sharing appetizer. Densely packed with breading and some crab meat. My Mille feuile had great taste and a lot of escargot pieces but the flaky pastry part was not as fluffy as I liked and it was weighed down but by butter which made it a bit too rich. It was like a sponge oozing out oil. The bed of greens helped cut through it a bit. My husband loved his steak frites. My dad's dish was not what we expected at all. It was more of an eggs Benedict description but came out like a soup. It had a pot of cheese pieces inside but the poached egg was a little on the raw side and with the garlic butter, it was mostly a gooey wet soupy mess inside. I think the consistency and the mix of flavors threw me off. read more

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Our friends visiting from Naples recommended this hidden gem. We got there at 5:30pm on a Tuesday and we had the entire place for ourselves for the first hour or so, then a couple of tables filled up. Very calm and quiet experience. The services by the young lady (I forgot her name) was super friendly and to the point, good suggestions and gave us plenty of space to talk and enjoy. The quality of the food was superb, good portions and very tasty. The whole experience was great, we felt like part of the family and we will be back soon... read more

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I mean!! I can't think of anything we wouldn't get again. And there's so much more on the menu we wanted to try! It's a small place, but the host is very accommodating and attentive. The food is absolutely amazing. Everything was a hit! The soup of the day was carrots and leaks. I thought nothing of it, but he pushed it. And it. Was. Amazing!! Seriously, everything was great. And fantastic prices! For two of us with drinks and a bunch of apps and a shared main and dessert waa $140. This spot is added for sure to our rotations! read more

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Frequented this Bistro before it changed owners.... We were disappointed - the water for the table was served in a glass bottle that was not properly cleaned.... We frequent France and I never had Beef Bourguignon served on pasta.... The Floating Island dessert's creme anglaise was super sweet and the meringue was like a thick sponge.... Will sadly not visit again.... read more

Small, bespoke, 8 tablet restaurant with traditional French bistro fare. Escargots is their especialty. I had three courses. Escargots to start with beautifully toasted buttery bread = 7/10. Then country pate with pickles, traditional presentation but American size portion. Pate was crumbly. Those words should never go together = 6/10. Main course was a vegetable crepe which come out like an over stuffed quesadilla. It was soggy and over stuffed with vegetables that should have been cooked before hand = 5/10. I couldn't eat it. Service was excellent but I feel like they are banking on customers who don't know real French food. Obviously I was disappointed. 1 diner, three courses and 3 glasses of wine = $106.00. I wish it was better. read more

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First time here for dinner with my husband. (Saw on TV show, Check Please) They are open for dinner on Mondays. We were immediately greeted by a lovely young woman and shown to our table. The restaurant is very charming maybe 8 tables and very quiet because it was a Monday night. The young lady who greeted us was also our server, her name is Sarah and she was very lovely and informative. We each ordered a glass of wine Les had a French red, I had a Riesling and it was a nice pour. I ordered the traditional escargot ,bubbling hot! and my husband had the French onion soup. I then had the muscles in a white wine sauce and my husband had the beef bourguignon. For dessert my husband had a cappuccino and we shared the creme brulee which was delicious almost like a candy topping on top. I would highly recommend Escargot Bistro, but I would suggest you definitely call and make reservations, the restaurant is small and I'm sure it's much busier as the week goes on. Thank you Sarah we had a great time! Nancy Kelly, Pompano Beach read more

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Had one of my favorite people come into town today and I went to visit them. As my BD is coming up, they treated me to lunch at this magnificent restaurant! This is all our 1st time here. So quaint & personable!The owner (Stephane) is the one who catered to us while his wife is the who cooks 'chief'. Yes that's right! They are so pleasant great hospitality! Which not to many restaurants I've encountered have it! Food was absolutely delicious! We loved it all! Experience was one of my best yet! Will take the drive just not only to support but for delicious food! "Sè Magnifique'! read more

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Can't wait to come back the food service is everything about the place is now one of my favorites after just two or three times read more

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What a hidden gem. This is the best French food we have found here. A family run spot with wonderful food and even better people. Onion soup is the best you will find and the duck is second to none. read more

Escargot Bistro - Le Classic Steak Frites. - French Near Me - Oakland Park, Florida

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The food here is absolutely exquisite Would highly recommend this restaurant especially since everything is so flavorful and made with so much love!!!! The escargot to the lamb shank to everything! This is a MUST try!! read more

This is a quaint restaurant off Commercial Blvd in Oakland Park. We came with friends and had a great time. The food was enjoyed by all. Our meals consisted of Lemon Sole, Lamb Shank and a Quiche Escargot. The salads were excellent also. All the desserts are made by the servers mother in house. read more

Escargot Bistro - French Near Me - Oakland Park, Florida

Have been here a few times and I can't say bough. Hubby works the front while his amazing wife works the kitchen. Everything is freshly made each day and the service is always amazing. The atmosphere is bistro meets elegance meets simplicity and it all equals perfection. You are made to feel like family from the minute you walk in and it's no wonder they have repeat clients. It's intimate so you may want to call ahead for reservations, especially for dinner. This time we went for lunch and took advantage of the Winter lunch menu where you can get an appetizer, main course and dessert for under $30. You heard that right. I started with the Escargot Au Gratin. Bechamel, mushrooms, escargot and greens. I have to pause for a moment of silence here......just yes, yes, yes. My mom had the French onion soup and there's a reason that you want to get this at a French restaurant. Homemade broth, cheese perfectly melted and just enough bread at the bottom. Perfect ratio on all as you get cheese through the last slurp. Next up is the main course. I went with the sole with a creamy lemon sauce (they also had a vermouth sauce which I look forward to trying next time). The dish comes with some yellow, seasoned rice, steamed veggies and a beautiful cauliflower purée. It was as delicious as it was beautiful. Mom had the Crepe Ooo La La and that's exactly what she said after the first bite. Beautiful fresh salad with bright greens, a perfect crepe filled with chicken, spinach, mushrooms, bechamel and a gorgeous sauce within. It was delicate and filling. Ooo La La is the perfect name for this dish. We move on to dessert and have the crème brûlée. The perfect crackle as you break through that sugary crust and the creme underneath is just refreshing and lovely. It's light and the perfect ending to our meal. They have wine, champagne and make a mean Kir Royal (IYKYK). At the end, you will get a card with a QR code. Scan it and sign up for the updates as the specials change and they have seasonal specials. This is the best kept secret in all of Ft Lauderdale and a local favorite. I cannot recommend Escargot enough. Thank you for always giving us a beautiful, fresh, delicious meal with kind and attentive service. read more

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Fort Lauderdale - Recently had lunch at this gem for the first time. Authentic, generous and delicious. Just go.

Excellent food and a wonderful atmosphere! Always something new to try and the escargot dishes are wonderful. Don't skip dessert!

Stephane does an amazing job of transporting his guests literally to a small cafe in France. The specials tonight included lemon Sole...! But I couldn't resist the lamb shank. One in our party had foie gois...best ever. Another had the crepe cordon bleu. Enough to share for 2-3 ... o nice bottle of Sauvignon Blanc complimented the meal perfectly. The parking can be a challenge. The front lot is small and another restaurant shares the space but there's more in the back. Best to Uber. We skipped dessert this time but the creme brulee can't be beat. Until next time!!! Cheers read more

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Another delicious weekday dinner in France. Fortunately, our travel time was 25 minutes. We had a taste for Escargots Tradition, Cauliflower Soup, Moules Mariniere, Crepe Cordon Bleu. The presentation, aromas and flavors were amazing!! The dining room was relaxing and guests were enjoying themselves. We try to order something different each time. Escargots and Frites are always a must have. Au bientot. read more

We were lucky to be guests at Escargot. I hadn't been there for a couple of years and I knew they had undergone an ownership change. I was delighted to find the same traditional French food, beautifully prepared with a very attentive and friendly staff. I had a delicious Grilled Foie gras, accompanied by potatoes au gratin. my dining companions each had the duck à l'orange which they thoroughly enjoyed Desert, a flan with a crunchy glaze, was superb! We will definitely go back, and soon. read more

The atmosphere made us feel like we were in France. The waitress will with pure kindness with excellent service, delivered our delicious French food. read more

We came here for dinner with friends and had a very good experience. Frankly, the guys' choice of food was slightly better than the gals. But that was fine. We certainly were not complaining. We had very good service from the owners' son -- and he also explained that his mom makes all the desserts. Our friends began with some onion soup and one of the escargot offerings. Sorry, I didn't get the exact name, but his escargot had accompanying artichoke hearts on top of a salad. My husband's escargot dish had an egg in it and béchamel sauce. He said it was rich and delicious! Both of the gals had the duck a l'orange. The crispy duck is pretty plain so the sauce was a perfect add on. There was cauliflower purée and mixed veggies on the plate, too. Our friend's lamb shank was outstanding -- fall off the bone in a deep brown sauce over couscous. But I thought my husband's dish -- one of the nightly specials -- was extraordinary. He had their steak Rossini. Two large thick medallions of the tenderest beef sirloin topped with fois gras. And all covered with a truffled sauce. OMG! That was heaven. For dessert, we shared their chocolate cake and a tarte tatin (apples). It's not quite like being in a cafe in Paris, but it's as close as you can get in Fort Lauderdale. Looking forward to returning again for many other delicious entrees. Bon appetit! read more

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Very original. Delicious. Cozy and intimate. Great service. ................................................................,,,,,,,,,,,,,

We love our Sunday brunch here the surroundings are intimate. The food is absolutely delicious and the ambience is very French. M

Went again, this time with five others for my sister's birthday lunch. Everyone loved it. I had the traditional escargot appetizer, and then I had Sole with an almondine sauce that was spectacular. One person had escargot quiche, and another a Caesar with chicken, and someone had Quiche Lorraine. The owner was there for us to answer any menu questions and he does much of the serving too. He's so congenial. I will go back, for sure. I must try the chocolate crepes, if I ever save room for them. Unfortunately it's in Ft Lauderdale and I live in West Palm, but it's worth the trip for a grand lunch (and I assume a very grand dinner)! read more

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J'adore Escargot Bistro...Oui oui oui! What's not to love? French cuisine needs no introduction....it is world renown, the culinary standard. Tucked away in a tight strip off of....lies this gem, Escargot Bistro. What might seem like an inconspicuous little restaurant is instantly brought to life the moment owner Didier greets you! What can be more authentic than a French owner, the french owners wife as the chef de cuisine, and an all French wait staff? Not the "I've been living in America for 30 years" kind either. This is full blown, French accent, French humor, and the French pride of cooking on full display. The menu can only be described in one word...classic. Every single menu item has long been a mainstay in classic French cuisine. From the French onion soup, to the escargot, and carnard(duck) a l'orange...it's all there. Some of the highlights: French onion soup- a hearty bowl of onion filled broth topped with easily the best Swiss cheese I've ever had. Something tells me they didn't get this cheese at the local grocery store. Lamb shank- this is more like a dinosaur shank! The lamb is melt of the bone and absolutely delicious. The portion size is unreal. I've never seen so much meat on a single bone. I was able to eat 60% of it before throwing in the towel. In all my years, I've never felt so defeated at a dinner table. It cannot be understated how welcoming and engaging Didier makes his guests feel. I've been to Paris many times over and I cant ever recall having a meal this good while there. Easily one of the most authentic experiences South Florida has to offer as far as French cuisine. read more

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Believe the hype! This hidden gem is easily the best French cuisine I've had in South Florida. Recently enjoyed a wonderful birthday meal here and was delighted by the personable service and the meticulous homemade feast. The escargot tradicion was appropriately decadent. And my 1/2 duck with orange glaze was perfectly crispy without being overcooked. For dessert, we devoured the apple pie which I have to admit puts my own to shame. We will definitely be back to this cozy and playful destination! read more

A small French restaurant where each dish is prepared personally by the chef, they offer a good variety and it is very pleasant to be there. The service is good and the food is excellent. It is not inexpensive, but you get what you pay for highly recommend trying French food. read more

Escargot Bistro - Fish - French Near Me - Oakland Park, Florida

Went here via the recommendation of a local, and it did not disappoint. I truly quaint and fried restaurant tucked away and hidden from view unless you know to look for it.. The inside was dark, cozy, and had all the elements of a homey French restaurant. It was run by a husband and wife team and the husband was our server. His French accent and pronunciations were endearing and his recommendations were spot on. We had an array of appetizers including the namesake escargot and there were no scraps left. Many of us ate a variation of the steak with fries. Our server recommended the pepper sauce and it was smothered all over my steak and made a great addition when soaked with the fries, too. I envied my coworkers who got the steak escargot because it plated more beautifully than mine and obviously a second chance at eating escargot. My steak was tender and was more of a texture of a filet than a sirloin. The only complaint of the whole meal was the fries reminded me of fast food fries rather than upscale French restaurant. (Locally in Omaha we have a French restaurant that serves thicker, seasoned truffle fries with their steak dish and it is excellent!) Once I finished I had literally no room for dessert even though the 3 we ordered looked phenomenal! Service was good, food was good- what's not to love?! read more

Escargot Bistro - Steak frites with Pepper Sauce - French Near Me - Oakland Park, Florida

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We've been here for Valentine's Day & a few other times . Last night, we went for Sunday night celebrating my birthday week. We enjoyed a bottle of reasonably priced French Red wine. We ordered Steak Frites with Escargots- never had that before- absolutely fantastic!!! I would definitely order that again!!! For dessert I had cream brûlée' & my husband had one of the special desserts with ice cream & chocolate. We we're blown away how delicious they both were & had a couple of cappuccino's as well!!! Always consistently - one of the best French restaurants we've been to. See you again- soon! read more

Escargot Bistro - Steak Frites with Escargots!!! - French Near Me - Oakland Park, Florida

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Serving lunch and dinner. Service was lovely and helpful. Quality entrees with delicious weekly specials, priced very reasonably for the portions, and a nice quiet intimate setting. The escargot was spot on!! You will be surprised at the range of options from salads, soup, sandwiches to full entrees. About 10 tables inside so check website for times and maybe call ahead if you have a larger party. Bistro is tucked to the right corner, but not super obvious if your looking on google maps. Took me a couple of passes. Parking in the small strip center. The food was delicate, flavorful and a wonderful option for eating local. I was by myself for lunch and ordered more than I realized. Portions very ample. I highly recommend the Escargot Bistro. read more

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Place was amazing, perfect 5 stars!!! I had the sole with a lobster bisque reduction, and cauliflower soufflé. Do I need to say more lol! It was beyond delicious. Bravo to the owners and staff, the service was amazing along with ALL their food. We also had the steak tartare, one of the best I've ever had anywhere, EVER! read more

Escargot Bistro - Steak tartare - French Near Me - Oakland Park, Florida

This is a hidden gem! There is a reason that they have nothing but 5-star reviews! Quiet and peaceful atmosphere with lovely ambiance. Very accommodating with last minute seating. Incredible warm greeting, comfortable temperature for dining. I believe the restaurant has about 10 tables and maybe seat 20-25! Perfect, call for a reservation or eat elsewhere! Don't throw a hissy fit because you blew it! Wonderful French menu and wine list with something for everyone. Food is 5-stars and the service. We had the mussels that I can safely say were better than all of the mussels I have ever had in the south of France! The host Matisse is French and incredibly cute with the sexiest accent! I could easily date him! This restaurant is equivalent to any French restaurant that we eaten at in Beverly Hills! We will be returning for sure! read more

Escargot Bistro - Wine cellar - French Near Me - Oakland Park, Florida

Hidden in a corner of yet another South Florida strip mall you will find Escargot Bistro. This is probably as authentic French as you will find around town. I had the grouper with a delicious sauce. The warm goat cheese salad was a good start. This is a relatively small restaurant that has a homey feel despite its strip mall exterior. Service was excellent and you will find a number of dedicated regulars. This is hard to beat if you want some Paris without the flight. read more

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The food was delicious!! The Escargots were " magnifique" and the crepes too. I will come back for sure. read more

What a wonderful neighborhood gem! I Came here with my friend. Had no idea this place existed. This a family owned and run, true French style cooking. Pretty good wine list, all types of quiches and escargot. I saw steak tartare on the menu and I was sold. I ordered it the day prior. This was the first in a long time I was excited about eating somewhere new. We ordered the Swiss cheese and champignon escargot, steak tartare and entrecot w/ frites. Everything was delicious. Even their fries were better than anywhere I have been to in a while. Service was great, ambiance very welcoming. I'll be talking about this place for a while. Highly recommended. read more