9 french restaurants in East Village

Best French Restaurants in East Village (2026)

Top-rated french restaurants in East Village, Manhattan. Ranked by ratings, reviews, and vibe.

East Village is home to 9 rated french restaurants. T-swirl Crepe leads the list with a 4.6-star rating across 212 reviews. Prices range from $$ to $$$. Popular vibes include romantic, french-bistro, date-night, celebrity-sighting.

T-swirl Crepe

T-swirl Crepe is a restaurant in East Village described by visitors as seafood and japanese. Based on 10 reviews.

★ 4.6212 reviews$$Indoor19 St Marks Pl, New York, NY 10003

“Some recent reviewers note quality has declined.”

Ella Funt

Ella Funt is a restaurant in East Village described by visitors as drinks-focused, american and steakhouse, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.

★ 4.5209 reviewsIndoor78-80 E 4th St, New York, NY 10003

Dirty French New York

Located in the Ludlow Hotel on Manhattan's storied Lower East Side, Chef Rich Torrisi's Dirty French has been serving its acclaimed interpretation of French-bistro fare since 2014. The New York Times described it as a place that "makes your head spin in a wonderful way."

★ 4.40Indoor180 Ludlow St, New York, NY 10002

“We welcome guests to bring bottles of their own wine for a corkage fee of $75 per 750ml bottle ($150 for a magnum). If you are interested in bringing more than 3 bottles, please contact reservations@dirtyfrench.com to coordinate with our team.”

Marylou

A French bistro-speakeasy in the East Village serving elevated small plates to share, wines, cocktails and featuring live music on select nights.

★ 4.348 reviews$$Indoor41 St Marks Pl, New York, NY 10003

“Make a reservation in advance; seating is limited with a max capacity of around 16 in private room. Try the bar for better service attention.”

Cathédrale Restaurant

★ 4.10Indoor112 E 11th St, New York, NY 10003

Lucien

Classic French bistro open since 1998, now run by founder Lucien Bahaj's son Zac. Rustic Parisian atmosphere with paintings of France lining the walls. A fixture of the East Village dining scene that draws a mix of neighborhood regulars, downtown creatives, and celebrities.

★ 4.10$$$Indoor14 1st Ave, New York, NY 10009

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“Reservations are not available online — stop in during the afternoon to book a table. The bar is a good backup if the dining room is full, and drinks are under ten dollars. Go on a weeknight to avoid the worst waits.”

041 Saint Marks Place

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What are the best french restaurants in East Village?

Moodap ranks 9 french restaurants in East Village, Manhattan based on ratings, reviews, and insider tips. Top picks include T-swirl Crepe (4.6★). Take the Mood Match quiz to find the perfect one for your vibe.

How many french restaurants are in East Village?

There are 9 french restaurants currently listed in East Village on Moodap, with new spots added regularly.

Are french restaurants in East Village expensive?

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What's the highest rated french in East Village?

T-swirl Crepe is one of the highest rated french restaurants in East Village, with a 4.6-star rating. See the full rankings above.

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