Elle

3048 E Broadway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85716 520-327-0500

Description: EAST TUCSON. This French favorite also includes some Italian dishes, and plenty of fresh influence from California cuisine. Located in historic Broadway Village, this is "A Wine Country restaurant," which means that the sophisticated selection of wines ­ all domestic ­ is designed to compliment the fine cuisine. Sample escargot in open-faced ravioli and grilled salmon with shaved fennel in citrus broth. The spacious dining is comfortably modern, with plush furnishings, rich woods and large windows, and the patio is a warm-weather treat.
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Ghini's French Caffe

1803 E Prince Rd, Tucson, AZ 85719 520-326-9095

Description: NORTH TUCSON. Try this breezy cafe for a tasty French-style meal. Chef Coralie Satta-Williams is originally from Marseilles and she creates an array of tempting breakfasts such as her signature Eggs Provençale and fresh strawberry French toast. Lunch options range from creative salad combinations (try grilled Portobello, grapes and smoked Gouda on Romaine lettuce), to fancy sandwiches and full-flavored pastas. And the traditional Marseillaise omelette is a taste treat, filled with anchovies, tomatoes and garlic. Ghini's has a nice selection of French wines as well.
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Janos

3770 E Sunrise Dr, Westin La Paloma Resort, Tucson, AZ 85718 520-615-6100

Description: FOOTHILLS. Janos Wilder, award-winning chef and owner of this lovely restaurant, offers spectacular views and spectacular food to match. Focusing on Southwestern cuisine created with a decidedly French flair, meals here are prepared with local ingredients at the peak of freshness. Every dish is a complex yet rewarding combination of flavors ­ try lobster with papaya in champagne sauce or green tea smoked duck with stir-fried bok choy and spiced plums. Savor each with a complimentary wine and you have what many call the best dining experience in Arizona.
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Le Delice

7245 E Tanque Verde Rd, Tucson, AZ 85750 520-290-9714

Description: EAST TUCSON. If your weakness is French pastries, you may want to skip this one! The selection of tempting treats ranges from chocolate topped éclairs, dainty cream puffs, colorful little fruit tarts, flaky napoleons, multi-layered tortes, and beautiful madeleines and palmiers. Truffles and marzipan figures offer bite-size satisfaction, and the array of freshly baked breads will make you want to give up your Atkins diet forever. Le Delice also serves full meals: eggs and waffles for breakfast; soups, salads and unusual sandwiches for lunch; and a full dinner menu of traditional French dishes such as steak frites, coq au vin and veal cordon bleu.
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Le Rendez-Vous

3844 E Fort Lowell Rd, Tucson, AZ 85716 520-323-7373

Description: NORTHEAST. Set in an old house in the historic Fort Lowell District, Le Rendez-Vous offers a traditional French menu in a posh, romantic setting. This is classic French cooking, with heavy sauces that are not intended for calorie counters. From Dover sole to Grand Marnier souffle, from duck a l'orange to Crepes Suzette, the food doesn't disappoint. Ask for a room in the greenery-filled sun room. Excellent French wines add the perfect finishing touch.
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