Summer in the city is already heating up, but July is about to get a whole lot more delicious. The 15th edition of French Restaurant Week is officially returning to New York City this summer.
Between the massive FIFA World Cup 2026 matches, America250, and classic Bastille Week celebrations, the city will be absolutely buzzing. Here is everything you need to know to get in on the culinary action.
What to expect on the menu
The highly anticipated event runs from July 4 to July 19, 2026, offering diners a vibrant taste of the French dining scene. It is the perfect excuse to treat yourself without breaking the bank.
You can expect prix-fixe lunch menus priced at $30, $45, or $60. If you are looking for a night out, dinner menus will run you $45, $60, or $75. There are also special brunch options available.
You will be able to feast on absolute classics. The menus will feature dishes like:
- Rich Soupe à l’Oignon and Steak Tartare.
- Poulet Rôti and Crusted Whitefish.
- Decadent desserts including Apricot Clafouti and Coffee Chocolate Tart.
To perfectly pair with your meal, the event has partnered with Château d’Esclans, Whispering Angel, and Les Trois Croix to bring an exceptional selection of rosés and wines to the table.
Where to dine across NYC
While the festival is also taking over Chicago, Washington D.C., and Miami, the initial NYC lineup features 30 incredible participating restaurants.
Whether you are uptown or downtown, there is a spot near you:
- Midtown & The Theater District: Options include La Grande Boucherie NYC, Grand Brasserie at Vanderbilt Hall, Le Pavillon, Marseille, and Le Rivage. Soccer fans will want to hit up Le Rock at Rockefeller Plaza, which features a special FIFA Fan Zone this year.
- Downtown & Brooklyn: You can book a table at Frenchette in Tribeca, La Sirène Soho, Lafayette Grand Café in Noho, or head across the river to Levant on Smith in Downtown Brooklyn.
- Uptown & Park Avenue: Check out Nice Matin on the Upper West Side, Café Boulud at Maison Barnes on the Upper East Side, or La Tête d’Or by Daniel on Park Avenue South.
Win a luxury trip to Paris
If the food wasn’t enough of a draw, French Restaurant Week is partnering with Air France for a massive “Win a Trip to Paris” contest.
One lucky winner and their guest will score round-trip Business cabin tickets from New York-JFK to Paris-CDG. In the air, you will get to enjoy menus created by acclaimed French chef Daniel Boulud and curated wines selected by Head Sommelier Xavier Thuizat.
You can enter the giveaway through NYC French Restaurant Week’s Instagram, at the participating restaurants, or online via their official website.
Ready to eat? Diners can book their tables right now on Resy, OpenTable, or online at www.FrenchRestaurantweek.com.
