About

French Market Bistro opened its doors on April 9th, 1996.  

Through these many years, proprietors Chef Timothy Kringlie and Justin McDonald have dedicated themselves to bringing consistent quality of products and hospitable service to our guests.  Along with Tim's sous chef and back of the house manager, Borivane Khemmanyvong, and a host of long-time employees on the kitchen line, the Bistro has established a name for itself as having creative nightly specials and food quality and consistency that is known throughout the south. 

French Market Bistro has a nationally recognized wine list with over 250 selections by the bottle and 15 wines by the glass to please any palate.  Keeping up with the wine and beverage program is Emily Hart of the Bistro.  Justin McDonald is into constant search and seizure of wines from all parts of the world and takes great care in keeping our many regular guests' glasses full with their favorite wines.

Please consider visiting us one day soon.

Call today at (225) 753-3500

 Reservations are highly recommended but not required. 

Customer Reviews

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A Google user
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The food and service are consistently good. The steak and 1/2 lettuce with home made bleu cheese dressing is a favorite as are all the salads

A Google user
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I have never had a bad meal at the Bistro! I'd like to recommend their appletini as well.

Yarely Toledano
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Love their lamb delicious and great memory

Emily Turner
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One of best places to eat in BR. We tend to order the evening specials and have never been disappointed. The OYSTERS are the best in town

Christie Uselton
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The service is excellent. The price is just right. The food is wonderful. The drinks are tasty

Laura Bennett
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Had the Caper Chicken, it was marvelous!!! The service was great and portions big! Very yummo indeed!"

Jonathan Peyton
Jonathan Peyton
Customer Review

Love this place! Amazing food & service for lunch or dinner. Great wine selection. Very friendly staff, good atmosphere, clean. Highly recommend!

Jason Lambert
Jason Lambert
Customer Review

This place is fancy. Clean, and the people here are polite and professional. The firecracker shrimp was a great way to start before the 2 dozen charbroiled oysters.

Cheri Babin Olinde
Cheri Babin Olinde
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Blackened chicken was delish. Everyone cleaned their plates. Was busy for lunch, but they got us in and out quickly. Great service.

Peggy Camp
Peggy Camp
Customer Review

This is one of my very favorite places to eat. I recommend making reservations. The food, service, and atmosphere is great.