The French Brasserie Rustique
Executive Chef and Partner Vincenzo Betulia opened his restaurant, The French, Naples, Florida's first traditional French brasserie, in January 2017. Paying homage to quintessential Parisian brasseries at the turn of the 19th century, The French transports guests to a sophisticated yet bustling atmosphere of custom embossed tin ceilings, oversized antiqued mirrors, red leather banquettes, black and white patterned mosaic floors, and hand painted, original murals on select walls, by local artist, Megan Young. A magnificent lighted indigenous "live" oak tree is the focal point of an expansive romantic outdoor dining area complete with marble tables and French bistro chairs, and an indoor/outdoor bar, the restaurant's pièce-de-résistance.
Chef Vincenzo's cooking philosophy is based on simplicity. Combining his passion for honest, simple and rustic cuisine, unique culinary skills and the use of a handful of carefully sourced ingredients, he created the dinner menu featuring a timeless brasserie repertoire of soupes et salades, premiers plats (appetizers), plats principals (entrees) and les garnitures (sides). Delicate pastries and decadent desserts are prepared by our in-house pastry chef, Maria Selas. The French offers a variety of French craft beers, classic craft cocktails and an extensive wine list with almost 200 labels, each tasted and hand selected by Chef Vincenzo and his team. Wines featured vary from value-driven hidden gems produced in small, family owned wineries to more popular Domaines and Châteaux.
- Continental
- French
- International
- Hours: Lunch 11:30am to 2:30pm. Happy Hour 2:30pm to 5pm. Early Dining Menu 4:30pm to 6:00pm. Dinner 6pm until close; Brunch on Sundays. Live Jazz Entertainment 7pm to 10pm Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday Brunch.
- Family Friendly
- Reservations Suggested
- Brunch
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Sunday Brunch
- American Express
- Discover
- MasterCard
- Visa
- Private Room Capacity: 6
- Seating Capacity: 200
- Catering
- Children's Menu
- Farm to Table
- Full Bar
- Group Menu Available
- Happy Hour
- Locally Owned
- Off-Site Catering
- Outdoor Dining
- Private Dining Room
- Cafe
- Menu Item 1: Oefs Mimosa - Deviled farm eggs, braised octopus, nappa cabbage & cumin vinaigrette
- Menu Item 2: Canard a l'Orange - Rohan duck breast & leg confit, lentils du puy, sauce orange
- Menu Item 3: Filet Mignon au Poivre - Peppered cast iron seared beef medallions, pomme puree, baby gree beans & pink peppercorn-cognac sauce
- Menu Item 4: Plats du Jour - a special dish offered each day
- Menu Item 5: Apple Tarte Tatin
- Menu Item 6: Île Flottante, Créme Anglaise, Berries
Whether you're hosting an intimate family milestone celebration, wine event, holiday party or a company or conference event, The French offers a variety of spaces and a menu of beloved French brasserie classics, lighter fare and coastal dishes to make your event truly memorable. From the interior semi-private area for 6 people to the main dining room and beautiful courtyard area with its inviting indoor/outdoor bar, which together can seat up to 150, The French can be reconfigured to meet all your event expectations.
Our highly skilled and dedicated team, known for their excellence in offering superior client service, Chef/Owner Vincenzo Betulia, Executive Chef Frank Pullara, Pastry Chef Jessica King, General Manager Jason Zadorski and Special Events Director Katie Barrett are available to work with you to customize your event and menus based on your needs.
We offer both onsite and offsite event options.
The French offers a brasserie rustique inspired menu reminiscent – in technique and simplicity – to Chef Vincenzo's rustic "country" Italian cuisine at his acclaimed establishments, Osteria Tulia and Bar Tulia. Choose beloved brasserie classics from our dinner menu such as Poulet Rôti Forestière, Tartare de Boeuf, Escargot de Bourgogne, Soupe a l'oignon and Steak Frites, as well as rotating Plats du Jour rooted in tradition including Coq Au Vin, Poisson du Marché and Côte de Boeuf. Chef Vincenzo maintains a passion for using the freshest and highest quality ingredients. Dishes such as pâté de campagne, lentils du puy, saucisson sec (dry sausage), pastas, pastries and desserts are handmade in house. Seafood is fresh out of the water, and meats and produce come from family-owned, local farms. Other specialties including cheeses, nut breads and dried fruits are imported from fine artisanal producers in the United States and France.
Please contact us at info@TheFrenchNaples.com or call 239-315-4019 to book your next event.
- Banquet Capacity: 25
- Total Capacity of Meeting Space: 200
- Catering
The French offers a variety of spaces and a menu of beloved French brasserie classics, lighter fare and coastal dishes to make your event truly memorable. From the interior semi-private area for 6 people to the main dining room and beautiful courtyard area with its inviting indoor/outdoor bar, The French can be reconfigured to meet all your event expectations. We offer a total buyout of our romantic restaurant to host your wedding and reception, rehearsal dinner or other wedding-related event.
Our highly skilled and dedicated team, known for their excellence in offering superior client service, Chef/Owner Vincenzo Betulia, Executive Chef Frank Pullara, Pastry Chef Jessica King, General Manager Jason Zadorski and Special Events Director Katie Barrett are available to work with you to customize your event and menus based on your needs.
Please contact us at info@TheFrenchNaples.com or call 239-315-4019 to book your next event.
- Restaurants
- Catering
- Banquet Capacity: 25