French Restaurants

Louise Lamensdorf brings a little bit of France to Dallas and a little “Paris On your Plate” with her restaurant, Bistro Louise. Bistro Louise has won a myriad of awards, and Louise herself has trained under some of the finest chefs in the country, but the real proof behind the success of the restaurant can be found in the food. The cuisine is American with French, Spanish, and Italian influences, and the result is an authentic, gourmet dining experience. Louise uses only the finest cuts of meat and seafood that have been flown in from all over the world, and …

York Street Restaurant is governed by an ethical culinary philosophy, where “supporting sustainable, responsibly raised food lies at the heart of what we do best.” Chef Sharon A. Hage uses fresh ingredients in dishes like Wolf Fish Di Parma, which features a prosciutto roast, thin green beans, and sherry-shallot vinaigrette, and pairs her menu with a selection of teas that stands in for a more traditional wine menu. Also at the heart of what York Street does best is promote its family – get to know baker Armando Castillo; the waiter, Clint Patronella, and receptionist, Sheryl White. But most of …

Picturesquely set with a “cottage in the woods” vibe, Lola the Restaurant is a quaint escape from city life. The historic house in which the restaurant resides seats seventy, and includes some unique attributes, such as the tasting room. Seated in this room, diners may sample the 10-course petite portion meal, for a delightfully diverse experience. Elsewhere in the restaurant, a prix fixe menu serves as the nightly menu, offering the option of two, three, and four courses. Dishes like Lemon Sole and Braised Beef Short Ribs and delectable dessert selections like Peanut Parfait with grapes and brittle, and Pear …

Aurora is decadence at its most classic. The quaint and intimate dining room exudes romance, with subdued lighting, candlelit tables, and soft accents. The open kitchen, set behind a frame of etched glass, looks like a theater stage, with the kitchen staff acting out a nightly performance. Their creations are as whimsical and elegant as the décor, with an array of French-inspired dishes that play on premium ingredients, inventive combinations, and classic pairings. The menu changes weekly, but entrees like Chicken Crusted with Lemon Thyme, Beef Tenderloin with Horseradish Pomme Puree, and Lamb Rib Medallions with Sweet Potato Gnocchi suggest …

The cozy, intimate retaurant has been a Dallas favorite since it opened in 1984. By day, it is light and cheery, with sunlight coming through the lace curtains. In the evenings, diners are immersed in the cozy glow of the intimate room.