The Top 5 French Restaurants — as voted on by Experience AZ readers:

Amuse Bouche

17058 W. Bell Rd., #104,
Surprise, AZ 85379
623-322-8881
amusebouche.biz
Serves French fare, including filet mignon, quiche and croissants as well as hummus, frittatas, paninis and sandwiches. Favorites include the homemade meatloaf sandwich and beef tenderloin with carrot butter sauce over mashed potatoes.


Coup Des Tartes

4626 N. 16th St., Phoenix, AZ 85016
602-212-1082
nicetartes.com
Coup des Tartes is a charming bistro-style restaurant with eclectic decor and warmly lit dining rooms. With hardwood floors, coved ceilings and candlelit rooms, it has been hailed as one of the most intimate dining experiences in Phoenix.


L’Auberge Restaurant

301 L’Auberge Ln., Sedona, AZ 86336
928-282-1661
lauberge.com
A destination all its own, L’Auberge Restaurant on Oak Creek was named “One of the Top Ten Restaurants in the Southwest” by Condé Nast Traveler. The restaurant also has the area’s most extensive wine program.


Sophie’s French Bistro

2320 E. Osborn Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85016
602-956-8897
sophiesbistro.com
Sophie’s Bistro is probably one of the most authentic French bistros in Phoenix, reminicent of a Parisian bistro with an inviting and intimate atmosphere and a traditional menu.


Zinc Bistro

15034 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85281
480-603-0922
zincbistroaz.com
Zinc Bistro has been described as “A Taste of Paris in the Arizona desert that charms the Scottsdale dining scene.” Awarded by Phoenix New Times as the Best French Restaurant in Arizona and the Best French Restaurant in Phoenix by the Arizona Republic.

Experience AZ Spring-Summer 2012