You want to experience quality cuisine from people who are not stuffy then you need to experience a…read morelunch from the folks at Le Ferrare. The special was fish with salad so I said "we". The salad was served with warm potatoes and salami which was pretty good. Add the wine, mashed potatoes and mushroom chipotle over the fish and you have a satisfying lunch experience for a decent price. Try this spot.

Favorite restaurant in Fountainebleau! I've been eating…read morehere for years! They have the most memorable Cesar salad I've ever tasted. It has warm potatoes, chicken cooked perfectly, country ham/bacon. It's always very consistent, prompt and very reasonably priced. A real treasure!

Not so small as it were maybe, anyway no problem getting a reservation a few hours before dinner…read more Duck was rare but excellent, although the fat was not crispy enough and was left uneaten. The lamb shank superb. I loved the poached pear, but didn't eat the dryish French toast - anyway it's too filling for dessert after the yummy and opulent main courses

2.5 stars I came to…read moreLe Troubadour at the very start of their lunch service. Despite the fancy atmosphere, the lunch special is a good deal at 17 euros for an appetizer/main or main/dessert. I started with the onion soup, which was easily the saddest onion soup I've had in France. The flavor was good, but it just had some shredded cheese sprinkled on the top, not bruleed as advertised on the menu. For my main course, I had the roast duck. I ordered it medium, but it was totally overcooked and tough, with no pink inside at all. It made me feel bad that a duck lost its life just to be overcooked. The duck was beautifully presented, though, with a side of carrots, mashed veggies, and a mini mushroom crepe on the side. The sides were easily the best part of the meal. Service was good, and I liked the wine that I had. Sadly, I wouldn't go back because of the food quality.

Magnifique! This was my favorite meal in the Paris area so far. Perhaps I need to get out of the…read morecity more. The two of us each got the lunch formule, which included an appetizer and an entree or an entree and a dessert; we both opted for the former combo. I got the "fondue," which was not what it sounded like. It was more like mini pizzas with tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese on baguette slices. Delicious nonetheless. My boyfriend ordered a chevre salad. The goat cheese was plentiful, and spiced with sun dried tomatoes and chives. For our entrees, we ordered salmon with a cream sauce and magret de canard (duck breast). Both were great. The salmon was cooked well, and the sauce was very good, albeit very heavy. The duck was moist on the inside with crispy skin, and also had a nice sauce. Both dishes came with a half of a baked tomato covered in breadcrums - interesting, but not my favorite part of the meal. The waitress was very nice, even when she got overwhelmed by about 40 loud tourists who came in mid-way through our meal (we were quiet tourists, of course). If I'm ever back in Fontainbebleau then I'll definitely come back here.

Not really a review for L'axel, but rather for its patisserie, l'A patisserie. This patisserie is…read moreapparently focused on Japanese-French fusion pastries, and are quite haute - each will set you back 7-8 EUR. We were a group of 8 and ordered a bunch of pastries to share - we got the Sultane (a biscuit with citrus and fig jam, topped with fresh figs and whipped cream dollops), the Or Vert (a pistachio roll filled with pistachio cream and raspberry jam), the Tonka (a soft vanilla cream and chocolate mousse on top of a soft chocolate biscuit, enrobed in a thin casing of chocolate), the Williams (a vanilla mousse with pear compote on a nut biscuit), and then some pain au chocolate praline (pain au chocolate with both chocolate and praline filling, also topped with chocolate). Given my Asian tooth, I prefer desserts that are not as sweet. The Sultane was therefore perfect; the figs and candied citrus added a nice sweetness, balanced by the base (which resembled a graham biscuit). Second favourite is the pain au chocolate - at 2.20 EUR, it isn't much pricier than a classic version, but is far more indulgent! The other desserts were just okay for me - all were super sweet. The Or Vert wasn't too sugary, but I didn't really enjoy the pairing. The Tonka was okay if I just ate the casing and the base, and the Williams was just a sugar bomb. Overall, this patisserie is a good place to splurge, but be ready for some sweet pastries!

Loved this place!! A Michelin star restaurant in an intimate setting enjoying French gastronomical…read morecuisine nestled in the cute town of Fontainebleau. Came here with my boyfriend and some of his friends. Had an amazing 3 hour dinner course. From gourmet appetizers, compliments of the chef, dinner courses, amazing wine, and dessert. I would recommend this place to anyone.

Fabulous! Loved the scallop and froie gras! A nice little courtyard inside the restaurant. Very…read moregood service as well.

Food was excellent. Service was excellent. But, the toilette was clean but strange. The faucet…read morewas barely installed.

This was my favorite place we ate at in town. The food was phenomenal. We had a big group, and…read moreeveryone loved there food. Two people in the group shared the tomahawk steak. It was huge, tasty, and an experience in its own. The scallops were great and three beef dishes were also unbelievably delicious. I let the server recommended me a wine, I had the best 7 euro glass of wine ever. Our server at the end of the night was so witty, her jokes in English were so good, and her English was terrible. I wish I spoke French so I could hear her jokes in her language, I bet they would have been even better. Over all it was the best experience, best food, and worth the prices.

An exceptional, charming English-style pub located in the heart of Fontainebleau…read more When the highly-rated Restaurant La Petite Ardoise turned us away for not having a reservation, we wandered up the street slightly and we're charmed by the menu and the emptyness of Le Franklin. Turns out, this was a blessing in disguise for what turned out to be one of the best meals of our trip in France. I've always loved pub and bistro fare and ambiance, and Le Franklin was no exception. Besides the necessary plate of cheese and charcuterie for apero, we ordered exclusively off of the daily specials menu: Châtaigne Veloute (Chestnut Soup) and a cut of steak referred to as a "fuax fillet". The soup is served with a dollop of creme fraiche, while the steak comes with a side of the most delicious thick-cut fries and sautéed veggies. It is difficult with all the goodness, but you must save room for dessert, as there is a seemingly never-ending list of goodies make in-house. We landed on the Profitroles and Tarte Tatin - both of which are difficult to find traditional examples of in the States. Runners up included Mousse au chocolate and a Speculoos cake. Service was excellent and even with all of our indulgences, the bill came out to around $35 a person - more than reasonable.

As you go farther outside Paris, the meals become heartier. This place has large portion sizes (by…read moreFrench standards) and is carb-heavy with generous servings of mashed potatoes, wild rice, and squash. It worked out perfectly because my brother was dining with me tonight and I think that this restaurant was perfect for him. I know that he wouldn't have been satisfied with just a cheese plate and some salad, which is what I got.

Very nice restaurant with high quality French food. Owner run. Simple menu and delicious food. The…read moreappetizers were awesome except for the Fountainebleu cheese plate. Too creamy. The escargot was a hit and so was the scallops. I had the steak and it was delish! The desserts were unreal. Prices reasonable for the quality of food and the ambience.

Charming bistro with beautifully prepared french cuisine. I had an excellent filet mignon topped…read morewith duck foie gras accompanied by rich Rossini sauce (a foie gras reduction.) husband had thick pork rib with bbq sauce on side. Both mains came with green salad and french fries. Paired nicely with Pinot Gris. The French staff can communicate in English and offered great service. Will go back and try The Entrecôte beef.

The mussel plates are great. You can get your choice of styles for about 6 euro and then add a…read morelarge draft beer and you have an awesome appetizer. Also the french fries here are amazingly good! Great place to meet the crew, to regroup after the chateau tour or take a date who likes mussels. Enjoy.