Francois Frankie Le Carousel Bar

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François Frankie is an American brasserie and cocktail bar whose menus mix familiar American fare with French-inspired dishes. Current offerings include French onion soup gratinée, escargots, mussels and frites, steak frites, croque monsieur and Niçoise salad, alongside burgers, salads and seafood. The bar adds house cocktails and a broad wine selection. Its French dishes are a notable part of a wider brasserie menu, rather than the restaurant's sole focus.

What to try

  • French onion soup gratinée — Signature item

    French onion soup with aged Gruyère, brioche croutons and veal broth.

    $14.00 · per bowl

  • Escargot — Signature item

    Escargot with herb and spinach butter, breadcrumbs, Parmesan and sourdough.

    $22.00 · per order

  • Jambon de Paris croque monsieur

    French ham, Dijon mustard, Gruyère and Mornay sauce on toasted challah.

    $24.00 · each

Hours

Monday 11AM-8:30PM
Tuesday 11AM-8:30PM
Wednesday 11AM-8:30PM
Thursday 11AM-8:30PM
Friday 11AM-8:30PM
Saturday 5-9PM
Sunday Closed

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