The Verdict
Frenchy’s Table is the small French dining room that Edith Barthelemy, who grew up in her family’s bed-and-breakfast in central France and trained and cooked in Limoges before crossing the Atlantic, runs at 235 Commercial Blvd in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, a few minutes north of Fort Lauderdale. It is chef-owned, intimate, and the kind of room locals keep to themselves.
The format is a market menu: a two-course prix fixe from $42, three courses from $52, and à la carte plates from about $8, rewritten through the week around the freshest seafood and produce. Escargot, foie gras and classics such as beef bourguignon anchor the card. Tripadvisor diners have ranked it the top restaurant in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea through 2026.
The Kitchen
Edith Barthelemy cooks an honest French menu rather than a showy one. She combines market-fresh seafood and produce into a short, changing card: buttery escargot and rich foie gras to start, mains that run to duck, steak, scallops, snapper and a proper beef bourguignon, and a catch or roast of the day when the market is good. Desserts are her own — a lavender crème brûlée and a house profiterole “trio gourmand.” The two-course prix fixe starts at $42 and three courses at $52, with à la carte plates from about $8.
The Room
Frenchy’s Table is a small, low-lit room a block from the beach in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, sized for couples and a handful of tables rather than a crowd. The mood is warm and personal, closer to a family bistro in provincial France than a resort dining room, with the chef-owner often visible and the service unhurried. It books up quickly for such a small space, so an evening here feels private rather than busy.
Best for a First Date or Anniversary
Reserve Frenchy’s Table for a first date or a quiet anniversary near Fort Lauderdale, when you want a real French dinner and conversation over spectacle. The small room, the chef-cooked prix fixe and the personal service make for a slow, romantic evening. It suits couples and pairs marking something rather than large groups.
Not For
Not for big groups, fast meals or a budget bite. Frenchy’s Table is a tiny, chef-owned room where the menu changes through the week and the pace is leisurely; it is not built for a dozen diners or a quick stop. Skip it if you want a buzzy bar scene, a fixed menu you can plan around, or the cheapest table in town.
Reservations
Frenchy’s Table takes reservations by phone and online, and the room is small, so book ahead, especially on weekends and in season. The two-course prix fixe starts at $42 and three courses at $52, with à la carte plates from about $8; the menu is rewritten through the week. It sits at 235 Commercial Blvd in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, a short drive north of Fort Lauderdale; dress is smart-casual.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Frenchy’s Table worth it?
Frenchy’s Table is worth it for an intimate French dinner near Fort Lauderdale. Chef-owner Edith Barthelemy cooks a market menu that changes through the week, the room is small and personal, and Tripadvisor diners have ranked it the top table in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea through 2026. A two-course prix fixe starts at $42, so it is a treat rather than a casual stop.
What should I order at Frenchy’s Table?
Start with the escargot or the foie gras, the dishes regulars reach for, then choose a main from the changing market card — often duck, steak, scallops, snapper or a classic beef bourguignon. Finish with the lavender crème brûlée or the house profiterole trio. The two- and three-course prix fixe at $42 and $52 is the easiest way to order.
Where is Frenchy’s Table?
Frenchy’s Table is at 235 Commercial Blvd in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, a short drive north of downtown Fort Lauderdale and a block from the beach. It is a small, low-lit room rather than a large dining hall, so it feels private. Reservations are advised, especially on weekend evenings and through the winter season.
Who is the chef at Frenchy’s Table?
Frenchy’s Table is owned and cooked by Edith Barthelemy. She grew up in her family’s bed-and-breakfast in central France, trained there, and ran a restaurant in Limoges before moving to Florida. She writes a short French menu around the freshest market seafood and produce, changing it through the week rather than holding a fixed card.
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