Eight of the best French restaurants in California, according to Michelin

PAPILLES

6221 Franklin Ave., Hollywood, 90028

Rating: Bib Gourmand

What the Michelin inspectors said…

Sure, its unassuming location just off the 101 makes it easy to drive right by, but boy what a mistake that would be. This darling is the real deal—quaint and cosy, complete with a pressed-tin ceiling, smoky glass fixtures and colourful tile floor. That wall lined with French vintages isn’t just for show; take your pick and the waiter will pluck that bottle for your table as well.

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The cooking features spot-on classics prepared with great care and little fuss. Highlights like plump frog legs drizzled in verdant pistou as well as the ever-so-slightly crisp red snapper sided by buttery potatoes and grilled romaine are delightful. For dessert, the vacherin with layers of tangy lemon meringue and berry ice cream, is textbook-perfect and oh-so-French.

We want to try…

Duck à l’orange with sunflower seed risotto and turnips ($32).

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