Ludo Lefebvre and partners Jon Shook and Vinny Doloto already had an LA legend on their hands with Petit Trois on Melrose and Highland. Their sophomore effort in the Valley goes far beyond the limited counter service seating of the original, with a massive space and all-day service that makes diners feel like they are transported to the heart of Paris. Expect fun twists on American classics like the breakfast sandwich, the Mec Muffin, and the signature burger, the Big Mec.

Chef Dean Yasharian takes French technique to the Los Angeles suburbs with Perle in Pasadena. The easygoing bistro serves classic French fare including steak tartare, escargots, and what may be the best tarte tatin in town.

This charming Los Feliz spot does all-day bistro fare in a rustic farmhouse-style storefront right on Vermont. Loupiotte Kitchen, which is owned by longtime Parisian restaurateur, Sarah Bessade, serves up basics like soft-scrambled eggs and and pain perdu for breakfast, with options ranging from quiche to a goat cheese salad for lunch.

Executive chef Matt Bollinger, who previously cooked at Jean-Georges and Trois Familia, serves well-worn and beloved French fare at Gigi’s. Look for approachable dishes like a country pate, Parisian gnocchi, and halibut beurre blanc, along with showier takes like the Regiis Ova caviar with potato chips and a seafood tower that blows past the expense account minimum.

It’s all about the romantic ambiance here.. Try the steak tartare with burnt onions and pickled egg yolks, and the filet mignon with celery root puree and pickled pearl onions.

Stationed in what feels like the restaurant epicenter of LA, République is more popular than ever. Those weekend lines for breakfast and lunch are an initiation into LA dining, but well worth the wait. Approaching République for dinner should not be done without reservations, which will ensure a faster route to oysters, duck breast, and housemade bread with pan drippings.

Oriel in Chinatown is simply a beautiful room to behold. They’ve kept things simple with a wonderful wine list and short menu with onion soup, charcuterie, ratatouille, escargots, and beef bourguignon.

Over its four-decade history, Le Petit Jardin changed venues and went through a few owners. This daytime neighborhood staple cranks out breakfasts, crepes, salads, and open-faced sandwiches which are best eaten on the outdoor patio.

Don’t be put off by the slightly quirky name, this funky and inviting French spot is an offshoot of the now-closed Air Food in Santa Monica. The vibe feels like dining in someone’s Parisian apartment, while the food hits all the classic notes with duck confit, croque monsieur, and the like on the menu.

Chef Dave Beran’s Pasjoli strikes the perfect balance between upscale and relaxed. Settle into this Santa Monica bistro for refined takes on French classics like steak au poivre and halibut meunière. Save room for a chocolate souffle for dessert.

France meets California at chic Venice eatery Chez Tex. The mom-and-pop restaurant feels right at home in the hip neighborhood with its blend of California and French flavors, from skirt steak and chicken paillard to housemade veggie burgers and chickpea salads.