Thank you Francine Restaurant for a beautiful evening of vibrant flavors, an elegant atmosphere, and award-winning French Mediterranean cuisine The name "Francine" is a loving homage to celebrity-chef founder Laurent Halasz' mother... and his own upbringing in the South of France. With over 20 years of global culinary experience at Michelin Star restaurants, French-born Executive Chef Remy Lefebvre focuses on experience and high food quality to recreate specialties of the region through a product-driven approach...and it shows. My friend and I shared the Whipped Goat Cheese and Filet Mignon Carpaccio to start, followed by the Salmon Riviera and Two Wash Ranch Chicken. If you know me you know I love dessert...and both the Chocolate Pot de Crème and Trio of Sorbets did not miss My friend had the Lychee Martini, and they did the Saison de la Peche for me as a mocktail Did the mention the service was fabulous from top to bottom??! Can't wait to come back soon for their brunch!! read more

Stopped in Francine after shopping on Sunday and it was Happy Hour. What a fabulous selection for both food and drinks. We had Prosecco to drink and a variety of appetizers that were offered. Everything was delicious. And service from the bartender at our table couldn't have been better. I have been there previously, but it was the first time for my daughter, and she can't wait to go back again. read more

This establishment is a very trendy spot that appears on everyone's socials. Its cuisine is inspired Mediterranean/French roots. Overall the food was excellent. The lamb chops were cooked to perfection. The ratatouille was cut perfectly. My absolute favorite was the carpaccio. The only reason for the 4 star review is the value perspective. Be prepared to empty your wallet when you visit Francine's but the food will taste great! Just make sure to budget for some in n out after. read more

Looking for a unique dining experience, this is a go-to spot in Scottsdale, Arizona. A mix of Mediterranean and Italian, this restaurant has something for everyone. Delicious, fresh seafood and pasta, we love everything we ordered. Huge portions which is perfect for sharing and enjoying all the menu and restaurant has to offer! read more

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Everything about Francine is classy, service oriented, and the food is delicious. I often go for a happy hour and food, or for dinner and have ordered so many different items from the menu - and it never fails as it is always delicious. This place is great for a special event celebration, a romantic date, or just a get-together with friends. We celebrated my boyfriends birthday last Saturday with a few friends... we had sea food, a bunch of apps and various drinks. Our waiter, Gilbert went above and beyond for us which just added to our enjoyment for the evening as he was very attentive, pleasant, friendly, and professional. He had recommendations on food items and drinks, and made the evening really special for us. read more

Appealing decor, mediocre French food. A burnt quiche was my most recent unrewarding experience. C'est la vie.

One of my all time favorite restaurants! The food is incredible, but the service is just as great! Everyone is so friendly and welcoming, and I always feel so taken care of! If you're looking for a great date night spot this is it! read more

Food, service, and ambiance were all perfect. Everyone from the group enjoyed the meal. The mushroom rigatoni was so great that we ordered another order and even a friend who doesn't eat mushrooms ate some as well. I wish the bone marrow flavor was more prominent but it wasn't like I couldn't taste it. The seabass was so buttery. The only dish that I did not like was the endive salad. It was really bitter and hard to eat. The orange slices did help but it wasn't enough to cover the bitterness. Escargot and calamari were exactly what you would expect them to taste like. I would for sure come back to Francine if I ever visit Scottsdale again. read more

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If you're looking for an Instagram-worthy place with friendly service, this is the restaurant for you, but unfortunately that's where it ends. I came here with a group of 9 for a bachelorette brunch on Easter, so I expected it to be a bit busy and slow, but it took nearly a hour for us to get our main dishes. My crab cake Benedict was just ok- it lacked seasoning and the eggs were overcooked, but crab cakes were full of crab. The most disappointing dish of the day was the lobster roll. It was 90% bread and had only a few small pieces of lobster. It also came with a sad salad and overly crispy chips. For $40, I expected so much more. The bone marrow pasta was also just ok. I tried a bite of the pancake and egg and again, lacked seasoning. Maybe we came on an off day but I wasn't blown away. read more

Francine - olives, caesar salad - French Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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Every single detail of our dining experience was perfect and exquisitely crafted. The ambience is sublime (elegant without being stuffy), the staff (polished, polite & professional), the welcome (warm), the menu (beautiful choices), the service (there when needed and not otherwise), the food (explosions of flavor with each and every bite). If I lived in Scottsdale I would eat nowhere else. read more

I went to Francine with some family for some light food and drinks. We were happy with the food and drinks we got. The service was great and the ambiance was also very nice. I'd definitely recommend this place or stop by again. read more

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This spot was a hit for a girls birthday brunch! From the quiche to the salmon Benedict everyone loved it all. We started with the calamari which I highly recommend! A very generous serving to share with the table. I think the aioli could use some flavor and salt on the lightly breaded and fried calamari would be an improvement. There isn't anything to improve on the salad and Benedict, they were both amazing. We had amazing g service and the restaurant itself is beautiful. I highly recommend this spot for a special date or gathering. read more

Francine - Quiche and salmon Benedict w/salad. - French Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

What an incredible start to my favorite zodiac season, embracing Pisces vibes and counting down to my 40th birthday with the most delightful French 75 at @francinerestaurant! The staff consistently radiates warmth, and the bartenders are true cocktail maestros. Huge shoutout to the fantastic hostesses who graciously captured memorable moments for me - total #girlcode! Already looking forward to my next visit! read more

Francine - Sitting pretty kicking off Pisces season, my favorite! - French Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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Had dinner at Francine last weekend and our entire family enjoyed it. The happy hour burger is amazing and my picky 11 year old devoured it. The mushroom pasta was delicious as was the bread, escargot, olives and prawns. Our waiter Gilbert was very knowledgeable about the menu and made excellent suggestions for wine pairings. The ambience is classy without being stuffy. Overall and excellent experience. read more

It is seldom I am this pleased with a meal. We came for a birthday party and everything was absolutely divine. We started with round of the scallops for the table. The presentation was beautiful and the flavor was subtle and smooth. Then we had west coast oysters, the flavor was fresh and rarity in the desert for sure. Then came the main course we started with the bone marrow pasta, lighter than most pastas which a very rich sauce. A must try for pasta fans. We followed it up with the grilled blue prawn. My favorite main dish of the evening. Seasoned to perfection, with a garlic aioli to die for. Our side was the ratatouille which was a favorite at the table. I'm extraordinarily picky with that particular dish. But it was incredible. read more

The best French restaurant in Scottsdale This is a great date night choice. The ambience is dark and moody. The energy is great as well. There are plenty of tables and seats inside and on the patio. I would recommend getting a reservation just in case. It does get super busy around dinner time. I got two different drinks. Pomm Excellence - fruity and bubbly. You can't really taste the bourbon. Bourbon Crisp - strong taste with a hint of apple. Between the two drinks I would recommend the Bourbon Crisp. For the entrée I got the filet mignon with the truffle butter, mashed potatoes and ratatouille. The filet mignon was cooked perfectly. The truffle butter was the cherry on top. It was so good! Ratatouille was a side dish that you have to order à la carte. I would recommend this side dish, as well, if you want to share it, you can. The portion is big enough for two people. For the dessert I ordered the olive oil cake with honey. It came with caramel, honey, and mascarpone cheese. The presentation was stunning. Overall, I had a really good experience at this restaurant. I would definitely recommend it to any couples who want a cool little place to grab dinner in Scottsdale. read more

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I have been here for dinner plenty of times and the food and the service knocks it out of the park each and every time. The ambiance will transport you right to Paris! Came here after shopping and was pleasantly surprised that they offer happy hour, aptly entitled Golden Hour on the weekend from 4-6. I enjoyed some signature cocktails for $16 and a few of their bites including their oysters in the beautiful bar area. Highly recommend! read more

Francine - French Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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So disappointed. We have been going for years. When we first sat down we were offered croissants and then when the bill came they were $8.00 each. The waiter was great but took over a hour for the food to come out and when it did it was cold. Not sure what is going on but hope they correct the issues. read more

Francine is fabulous. I could tell you more, and I will. But if you don't have time to read the rest of this review, just know that this place is special and you should go. Ambiance: Francine is located within Fashion Square Mall in Scottsdale. The atmosphere is chic and has a luxurious feel. Francine's decor is modern, with light colored walls and furniture with contrasting dark wood floors and ceiling. The lighting is warm and the bar is stunning-colorful liquor bottles line the mirrored shelves that are lit behind by the same warm lighting. Service: The service was quite good. We mostly interacted with our server, who at his core seemed to be a performer and to truly enjoy his work. He was friendly and chatted with the kiddo about attending ASU, as he also studies there. Our server was very knowledgeable about the restaurant itself and the dishes. The bussers were also very attentive at clearing plates and filling up water glasses. Food: The food made my gluten and dairy avoiding heart so happy. I ordered the crab and shrimp salad and the ratatouille. The salad was stunning and delicious-with plenty of fresh crab, shrimp, and avocado, perfectly dressed. If I had one critique of this salad it would be that that there were a few too many red onions for my liking. I also ordered the ratatouille because a carb is a necessary component of a meal for me. So the dish is actually called "ratatouille tian," which means that the ratatouille is baked in one dish-this is the tian. Lining the bottom is a thick, tomatoey sauce packed with flavor. On top are thinly sliced roasted eggplant and squash. This was the best ratatouille of my life. Veggies aren't usually the star of the show, but I'd have to say their ratatouille tian is the exception to the general rule. The kiddo ordered the steak frites and noted that the steak was perfectly cooked (medium rare), and that his peppercorn sauce was good, but he missed having actual peppercorns in the sauce. My partner ordered the burger with fries. He was pleasantly surprised that it came with two hamburger patties instead of just one. I got to steal a few of his fries which were crispy and well seasoned. For dessert, the kiddo ordered the profiteroles. Now, because I have to limit my dairy intake, I only had a couple of bites. But the dessert was excellent. There was a bit of a mixup with the kitchen so our dessert was delayed quite a bit, but once it arrived it did not take us long to finish it. The profiteroles, which were sitting in a shallow pool of chocolate sauce, were filled with ice cream and a white chocolate ganache. What I appreciate about this dish is that many restaurants sandwich the profiteroles with only ice cream in between, which makes the profiterole too cold to really taste the flavor. And then all you can detect is the flavor of the ice cream and the texture of the profiterole, but not the taste. To me, that's just a waste of a profiterole. They didn't do that here. There was the right ratio of ice cream to ganache so you can still taste the flavor of the profiteroles, the ganache, ice cream, and chocolate sauce in one wonderful bite. I have no doubt we'll be back when visiting Scottsdale. read more

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I usually don't write reviews, but the service was so bad that I felt compelled to share my experience. My niece and nephews were in town for the holidays, so we stopped by Francine for a late lunch after Dave & Buster's. We arrived at 3:10 PM and were seated promptly by a friendly older gentleman. Unfortunately, that's where things went downhill. We were given the happy hour menu, which was fine, but the food options were pretty limited. I asked our server if we could also get the regular menu, and he replied, "No, between 3-5 PM this is the only food served." The tone and delivery were surprisingly unfriendly and negative. I had hoped the kids could experience a nice French lunch for the holidays, but we decided to make do. The three teens all ordered hamburgers from the happy hour menu. I ordered an Aperol spritz, tuna tartare, and calamari. The server didn't write anything down and said he would remember it, which I've seen plenty of servers do successfully. Service was slow. At the 25-minute mark, we still had no food, though the server assured us it would be "right up." Around 30 minutes in, only one burger and the tuna tartare arrived. We figured the rest would follow shortly. By the 40-minute mark, I asked where the remaining food was. That's when he told me he had only placed an order for one burger and the tuna tartare. I was frustrated. I told him, "C'mon man, use common sense -- how can three teenagers share one burger?!" He went silent. I asked him to place the remaining orders, and even then he got it wrong again -- he only entered one more burger and forgot the calamari entirely. An hour into our meal, the other two finally got a single burger to split. Still no apology. The whole experience was so poorly handled that it was almost comical. Francine is a beautiful restaurant, but this was one of the worst service experiences I've had. I hope management takes note and improves the training and professionalism of their staff. read more

We stumbled upon this place and it was overall a good experience. The food is delicious. We had lots of oysters, octopus, steak tartare, olives, salmon with mashed potatoes. I like that their food is mostly made with olive oil and tastes genuine. The olives with some pickled veggies was our least favorite. The steak tartare could be better. The octopus and salmon were great. Service was extremely slow though. read more

Francine - Steak tartare, salmon, octopus, olives - French Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

I love this restaurant!! It's one of a kind. Passionate staff. Dedicate French owner. Everyone focused on the food and the experience. A true Parisian Bistro in Old Town. Delicious food, outstanding wine and cocktails. Jordyn served us with polish and care as we sat at the bar. Perfect. This is a totally unexpected find. read more

Very expensive dinner but everything was amazing. The only thing we didn't like is that the cacio de pepe with bone barrow was too oily - they put way too much olive oil. We enjoyed French 75, old fashioned and Hugo spritzes. All well made. For appetizers, we got the whipped goat cheese, escargot and octopus. All were great. Will say the pastry puff on escargot was too well done. For entrees we got the brazino which was a beautiful table side production with the oily pasta and ratatouille. All very good. For dessert we got the creme brulee which was very delicious. Ethan was our server and he was great. Recommmend having him. Place felt like you were transported into France without leaving Scottsdale, Az. Thankfully the weather was great so we got to sit outside. read more

First time trying Francine and I will be back to explore other options on the menu! The food and drinks were delicious, I got the cosmopolitan blanche (I believe) as well as the steak frites. I asked for my steak to be cooked well done but it came out medium, the bartender serving us even noticed. The food took quite awhile to come out so I just shared the pieces I wouldn't eat with my friend. Though the steak wasn't cooked to my liking, the flavor was spot on. Drink was strong but I'd try something else the next time I go. For dessert we also ordered an espresso martini and the chocolate pot de crème. The espresso martini is very strong, but good. The pot de crème was absolutely delicious, it has cream on top with candied pecans. Definitely would order again! Though the food was good, we were sat at a table a bartender was serving so the service was very, very slow. We arrived at 6:30 and didn't leave until past 8:30. We also had an issue with being charged twice for an item so after the long wait for the check we also had to wait for it to get voided, then recharged. Maybe making a reservation would have helped the seating arrangements but not sure. I love the ambiance of the restaurant, it's gorgeous and very modern. Though there were a few inconveniences throughout the dining experience, I would come back to give it another shot because the food was very flavorful and I love the vibe of the restaurant. read more

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The waitress was amazing and very sweet. I ordered the chicken and waited 45mins to an hour for it. The manager came out and apologized and said it was a prepping issue but my order should be out soon. When the order came it was room temperature. We told the manager and he said it was due to the chicken having to rest before they plate it. REALLY.... A few minutes to rest should not have caused my food to be room temperature..... plus after waiting almost an hour it should have been hot. No excuses. read more

The ambiance at Francine is elegant and perfect for a brunch with friends or a date. The service was wonderful, though the food didn't quite live up to expectations. read more

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My husband and I had dinner on a Saturday night. Very loud, very overpriced, mediocre food, service was very slow. As we waited a long time for our entées, we were told that the kitchen requires 30 minutes for a baked chicken. When I ordered it, I was told it was a half chicken. It was not a half chicken. It was one wing, one drumstick, and a small square of white meat on a bone that was not a breast; My husband had rigatoni that would have been a half portion in any other local Italian restaurant. We are frequent international travelers and this is some of the worst food we've ever had anywhere. read more

Had the most wonderful dining experience Thursday night. We were a group of six. Four of us were visiting Scottsdale. Me and my husband live here and never considered French cuisine, thinking it was too rich. It was one of our best dining experiences. The service was top-notch and the food was absolutely delicious. From the ambiance to the attentive staff, everything was perfect. I highly recommend and will be back. read more

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Beautiful patio abd dining area, great service, and delicious food. We ordered the Steak Frites and Bone Marrow Bucatini, both delicious.

Francine was super elegant and sophisticated. I had a great date night dinner here! The food was so unique, delicious, and refined tasting. It was a very fun dining experience. read more

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VIBES: 4/5 FOOD: 5/5 SERVICE: 4/5 VALUE: 3.5/5 The Niçoise salad was one of the best salads of my life. I've thought about it on multiple occasions since. The fact that it is almost $40 is a tough pill to swallow. I don't normally spend so much on food. I'm not sure how reasonable that markup is, but I'd pay it again. The ambience is beautiful and well curated--it just feels to me like I have to remember to sit up straight and not touch anything. The coffee was good, I was pleasantly surprised. read more

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Food and services both top notch. We will be back for sure! We had the most attentive waiter who doubled as bar tender but he still took great care of us. read more

I want to take a minute to send some recognition to our amazing experience tonight. I haven't been back into Francine in probably 2 years, not for any reason but just busy. Anyways our server Gilbert was so knowledgeable and led us down a great culinary journey. Super friendly, and welcoming. He's 10/10!! When you do go in make sure you ask for him. read more

My second time here. Came in around 2 on a Friday. The tables were about 50% taken, but I rode solo at the bar. The bartender and his bar back was extremely helpful. I forgot both of their names unfortunately, but both younger gentlemen. I wanted a boujee lunch and that's what I got. Started with a dirty grey goose martini with blue cheese olives and the steak tartare. The tartare was delightful and a hearty portion. The bread was burnt so I didn't use any of that, but didn't need to. The tartare could stand alone. Then ordered the mushroom pasta and asked the bartender for a red wine to compliment that dish. He immediately recommended the one in the photo, and while it's not typically my style standing alone, it was DELICIOUS with the mushroom pasta. Again, the pasta portion was hearty so I was able to take this and some of the tartare home for leftovers. The mushroom pasta dish was also DELICIOUS. And I'm not a huge pasta fan. Plenary of various mushrooms and truffle without being overbearing. Spent about $100 on 2 drinks, appetizer, and lunch entree. While most would be delighted to have AC in our current 115 degree weather, wearing shorts and a top won't keep you warm in here. It was frigid. So much so I said something, but more so asking if it was always that cold. The answer is yes. So bring some layers or wear pants. read more

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The service and ambiance were fantastic here! Loved the filet mignon carpaccio and would definitely visit again!

Really great food. I had the mushroom pasat, highly recommend. Awesome atmosphere. The customer service was good!

Great food, beautiful restaurant but don't be in a hurry. Very slow service as the servers definitely take care of too many tables at one time!! Especially loved the lobster pasta dish!! read more

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I've been eyeing Francine for a while so we finally decided to go for our Valentine's dinner, and the experience was remarkable. Everything was perfection from the service to the food and atmosphere. The French 75 and the salmon were definitely my favorites. It was such an excellent choice to celebrate this special occasion and we can't wait for next time. read more

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This was my first time coming to this restaurant. It was pretty empty since it was the Easter holiday. We had a reservation and didn't have to wait at all to be seated. The hostess seemed annoyed when I asked to switch seats and he seemed inexperienced which was very irritating. The manager was amazing and so was the waiter. Amazing customer service. The one star I'm taking off is for the hostess that stated, "he couldn't control or do anything about us wanting to move seats and that's out if his scope." That's very rude and very immature to say. If you can't move a seat then find somebody who can!!! Once we were settled in our new seats everything was great. They have a very extensive wine list which is great since I'm a new wine drinker. The menu I wish had more vegetarian options. I ordered the noble bread, pita and hummus and the mushroom rigatoni. The bread was good but maybe a little too crunchy. The butter was delicious. The hummus was very good. The pasta was okay but could use more flavor. Wine was great. Wound u come back? Service was great but probably not. read more

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Such a beautiful and refreshing atmosphere. Everything is clean and modern. The staff 2-3 staff that I encountered greeted us and served us kindly. Price is pretty high. Portions are enough for sure. Not small. Caesar salad is enough to share. Yum crumbled cheese crisps and yolk dressing so so tasty! Enjoyed the quiche 2x, sliced beef sandwich 2x with ajou, cold chicken, salad, sandwich, French toast at brunch time, and ceaser are all wonderful! The lavender specialty drink is one of my favorite things. I want to learn to make it myself. read more

Francine - French Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona