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Sample the Globe: Austin's French Food Scene isn't Just Croissants and Escargot, Y'all

Chef Chi Minh Pham Ding is bringing an intersectional POW to the brunch game at their Bee Cave café, Baguette et Chocolat, with a unique fusion of French and Vietnamese crepes, baguettes, bành mì, and more. This QTPOC-owned space is a must-visit for anyone seeking a break from the basic.

The San Antonio-based, women-owned Bakery Lorraine is serving up macarons and croissant sandwiches that are worth the trek to Domain Northside.

Hyde Park's Bureau de Poste is the brainchild of Top Chef alum Jo Chan, a Jonathan Waxman protégé bringing classic French bistro fare with a modern twist to the corner of Speedway and 43rd. Think duck leg cassoulet and pomme dauphine, with the requisite half-roasted chicken.

Crepe Crazy on SoLa offers savory and sweet Norwegian crepes—a unique take on a French classic.

Chef Sarah McIntosh of Épicerie blends her Louisiana roots with French finesse. Her menu, featuring fried shrimp po'boys, beignets, and an enviable pastry case, is a delicious love letter to her heritage.

Looking for a tranquil escape? Head to Heaven's Bistro Bakery, where Chef Ghufrana Mahrukh serves up a mean open-faced croque monsieur and a serene patio setting.

Hopfields offers a progressive gastropub experience, with a kickass tap list, wine selection, and a menu that ventures from French ham and cheese sandwiches to escargot dumplings—all near campus!

Julie Myrtille Bakery is a woman-owned, sustainably-minded gem with two locations serving up croissants, quiches, and more. You can also catch Chef Julie at farmer's markets, bringing her French fare to the masses.

Justine's Brasserie is an Austin institution. With a late-night menu of beef tartare, escargot, and rotating seasonal specials, this woman-owned brasserie is the place to be for a true French experience.

La Patisserie, owned by engineer-turned-pastry chef Soraiya Nagree, is a classic French bakery with two locations, specializing in macarons, éclairs, and all the sweet treats your heart desires.

Rob Pate's Péché has been a staple of the Warehouse District since '08, dishing out craft cocktails and New Orleans-inspired fare like bouillabaisse and chicken liver pâté with an intimate, vibey atmosphere.

Sisters Nelly and Linda Garcia, alongside their mother, Rosa Nelly Caballero, brought Old-World elegance to East Austin with Rocheli Patisserie. Their macarons, almond croissants, and éclairs are not to be missed.

So, while Austin may be known for BBQ and breakfast tacos, this liberal city proves it's got serious French flair, too.

Bon appétit, y'all!