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Address: 306 Centre St S, Calgary, AB T2G 5J8, Canada
Website: http://www.francines.ca/
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Reviews
Livya
A fine dining experience where you actually leave feeling satisfied — not just impressed, but truly full and happy. The service was efficient and the food arrived surprisingly fast without compromising quality.
We started with the roasted prawns for appetizers — perfectly seasoned and cooked just right. For mains, we had the lobster rolls and steak. The steak was incredibly tender, cooked to perfection, and full of flavor. The fries were crispy on the outside, buttery and soft on the inside — absolutely addictive.
They also offer a great happy hour before 5 PM with 25% off appetizers and highballs. I wish they had a bigger place. 10/10 experience.
… moreWe started with the roasted prawns for appetizers — perfectly seasoned and cooked just right. For mains, we had the lobster rolls and steak. The steak was incredibly tender, cooked to perfection, and full of flavor. The fries were crispy on the outside, buttery and soft on the inside — absolutely addictive.
They also offer a great happy hour before 5 PM with 25% off appetizers and highballs. I wish they had a bigger place. 10/10 experience.
Evelyn Lee-Mishenev
Wonderful and impeccable place! Glad to see this gem in Calgary’s Chinatown. I was in town for the weekend and luckily snagged a reservation at Francine’s. This is very rich and very delicious French food. Food, ambience and service were all spot-on. I personally enjoyed the tuna tartare, the pineapple soda, the chicken liver mousse and the signature French toast (though everything was great). The steak was tasty and tender, though the sauce was a tad too salty for my taste. I think the garlic mayo (dipping sauce for the fries) was the best I ever had.
… moreYanny C
Incredible food and service! We visited on valentine’s day and it was fully booked, so we only managed to get a seat at the bar. The bar isn’t the most comfortable spot, but it is a great place to watch the kitchen in action and see how the food is prepared.
We ordered the tuna tartare, cheese puffs, ham & chips, steak frites, chocolate mousse and french toast.
We loved the steak and the sauce is my favorite, tho it might be a bit salty for some ppl. I think it pairs really well with wine. It was so tender. The french toast was another pleasant surprise! The added comte cheese and ice cream gave it a lovely extra layer of flavor and the little bit of burnt toast combined with it was just perfect! The tuna tartare would be even better if it were a little less sour, since the lime somewhat overpowers the flavor of the tuna. The steak and french toast were our favourite but all of the dishes were great!
… moreWe ordered the tuna tartare, cheese puffs, ham & chips, steak frites, chocolate mousse and french toast.
We loved the steak and the sauce is my favorite, tho it might be a bit salty for some ppl. I think it pairs really well with wine. It was so tender. The french toast was another pleasant surprise! The added comte cheese and ice cream gave it a lovely extra layer of flavor and the little bit of burnt toast combined with it was just perfect! The tuna tartare would be even better if it were a little less sour, since the lime somewhat overpowers the flavor of the tuna. The steak and french toast were our favourite but all of the dishes were great!
BJ BROMMELAND
Beyond impressed with this place! The cocktails are phenomenal the food sublime, and the resturaunt is so cool! I found myself jealous of all the different dishes passing me by so I know I’ll be back to try something new next time. Unfortunately I was so caught up in all the delicious bites that I forgot to take pictures of half of what we ordered! It was too good to wait .
Tuna Tartare, Little Gem Salad, Steam Burgers, Steak Frites, Citrus & cognac parfait, salted chocolate mouse all favorites – until I have to update my list next time!
… moreTuna Tartare, Little Gem Salad, Steam Burgers, Steak Frites, Citrus & cognac parfait, salted chocolate mouse all favorites – until I have to update my list next time!
Jessica Reddington
We leaned heavily on our server’s recommendations and every single one landed.
Start with the cheesy puffs with parm foam. Completely non-negotiable. You don’t order one for the table — you order one per person. Anything less feels incorrect. Light, savory, wildly addictive. It should be treated as a ritual.
We ordered the beet salad on recommendation and it was excellent — a really smart balance of textures and flavors with bright acidity, earthy sweetness, and just enough savory depth to keep it interesting without feeling heavy or overworked.
The chips with ham were one of the most unexpectedly good bites of the night. Served cold, slightly sweet, salty, crisp — strange in theory, perfect in execution. The kind of dish you don’t stop thinking about once it’s gone.
The lobster dish was another standout. The lobster meat had a subtle lemongrass note, while the mint slaw added freshness and lift. Together they were incredibly balanced — rich but clean, bright without being sharp.
Steak À La Francine was cooked perfectly, a beautiful pink inside, and the sauce deserves its own moment. Deeply savory and comforting, like a rich, wine-forward beef gravy that nods to beef bourguignon without feeling heavy, or dated.
One detail I really loved was the use of upcycled fine china for the plates — it adds so much character and makes the whole experience feel intentional and personal rather than generic.
Trust their amazing service staff, order with curiosity, and don’t skip the cheesy puffs.
… moreStart with the cheesy puffs with parm foam. Completely non-negotiable. You don’t order one for the table — you order one per person. Anything less feels incorrect. Light, savory, wildly addictive. It should be treated as a ritual.
We ordered the beet salad on recommendation and it was excellent — a really smart balance of textures and flavors with bright acidity, earthy sweetness, and just enough savory depth to keep it interesting without feeling heavy or overworked.
The chips with ham were one of the most unexpectedly good bites of the night. Served cold, slightly sweet, salty, crisp — strange in theory, perfect in execution. The kind of dish you don’t stop thinking about once it’s gone.
The lobster dish was another standout. The lobster meat had a subtle lemongrass note, while the mint slaw added freshness and lift. Together they were incredibly balanced — rich but clean, bright without being sharp.
Steak À La Francine was cooked perfectly, a beautiful pink inside, and the sauce deserves its own moment. Deeply savory and comforting, like a rich, wine-forward beef gravy that nods to beef bourguignon without feeling heavy, or dated.
One detail I really loved was the use of upcycled fine china for the plates — it adds so much character and makes the whole experience feel intentional and personal rather than generic.
Trust their amazing service staff, order with curiosity, and don’t skip the cheesy puffs.
Sumit Bansal
Went on a Monday night and was blown away. The food feels like a perfect blend of France and Calgary. We had the ham and chips, beet salad, burger sliders, and French toast. The food was simple, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. The service was prompt and the vibe was welcoming. Definitely worth trying at least once.
… moreMelanie Trottier
We ordered the ham & chips, cheese puff, side olives, steak a la francine, salted caramel mousse and trench toast. The stand out dishes were the ham & chips, steak and french. Atmosphere is great, space is not too small but not too big, service was friendly and attentive but not overbearing. One of the best meals we’ve had out in the city in a while!
… moreBen Roth
I came to Francine’s tonight to try and steal the recipe for the burger. Tried 3 rounds and still wasn’t able to figure it out. Maybe 3 more next time and I’ll finally figure out what makes them so darn delicious?
Francine’s is so good it’s stupid. Like, if I moved away from Calgary, it’d be the one place I’d have to eat at whenever I visited. Garrett Martin has really goobered up my taste buds, and I’m not sure if I’ll be able to sleep laying in bed yearning for more Steak a la Francine, more tuna tartare, and much more semifredo.
Go here. Do yourself a favor. Eat a little burger. Drink a little cocktail. Laugh with someone you love. You deserve it. Parfaite.
… moreFrancine’s is so good it’s stupid. Like, if I moved away from Calgary, it’d be the one place I’d have to eat at whenever I visited. Garrett Martin has really goobered up my taste buds, and I’m not sure if I’ll be able to sleep laying in bed yearning for more Steak a la Francine, more tuna tartare, and much more semifredo.
Go here. Do yourself a favor. Eat a little burger. Drink a little cocktail. Laugh with someone you love. You deserve it. Parfaite.
M L
Really enjoyed the lunch here. Amazing hospitality from start to finish. Started with the chips, salad and steamed burgers. All were spectacular. Finished it off with the trout and crepes. Divine. Worth mentioning they sell Krug champagne by the glass. Highly recommend trying this place out.
… morePat
Quite possibly our new favorite restaurant in the city! Service was top shelf and everything we ordered was on point. Highlights were definitely chips + ham, cheese puffs, steak frites and French toast. Great wine, beer and cocktail list as well. Can’t wait to go back.
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