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We also host private events, from seated dinners to canapé-and-cocktail gatherings, with menus built around our favourite seasonal dishes.","urls":{"menu":"https://service.scan2dine.io/p/i1ehBIqzvyx0","about":"https://service.scan2dine.io/p/i1ehBIqzvyx0/about","reservations":"https://www.opentable.com/r/francines-calgary","website":"http://www.francines.ca/","knowledge":"https://service.scan2dine.io/p/i1ehBIqzvyx0/knowledge.json","llms_txt":"https://service.scan2dine.io/p/i1ehBIqzvyx0/llms.txt"},"cuisines":["french","bar","cocktails","aperitifs"],"priceLevel":null,"location":{"address":"306 Centre St S, Calgary, AB T2G 5J8, Canada","city":"Calgary","country":"Canada","geo":null},"contact":{"phone":null,"whatsapp":null,"website":"http://www.francines.ca/"},"hours":{"mon":{"open":"11:00","close":"23:00"},"tue":{"open":"11:00","close":"23:00"},"wed":{"open":"11:00","close":"23:00"},"thu":{"open":"11:00","close":"00:00"},"fri":{"open":"11:00","close":"01:00"},"sat":{"open":"11:00","close":"01:00"},"sun":"closed"},"rating":{"average":4.7,"count":252,"source":"google"},"menu":{"url":"https://service.scan2dine.io/p/i1ehBIqzvyx0","currency":"CAD","categories":[{"name":"Food","items":[]},{"name":"Drink","items":[]}]},"ordering":{"url":"https://service.scan2dine.io/p/i1ehBIqzvyx0","inVenue":true,"delivery":false,"pickup":true},"reservations":{"url":"https://www.opentable.com/r/francines-calgary"},"chef":{"name":"Garrett Martin","title":"Chef","bio":"Garrett Martin is the chef behind Francine’s, a French bar in Calgary’s historic Chinatown. 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I think the garlic mayo  (dipping sauce for the fries) was the best I ever had.","avatar":"https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJ1gRx4J9SHL0OLjBpgAdqJUeg7zK2NOH1iP2wy39vGkC5QoQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4","rating":5},{"date":"4 months ago","name":"Alayne Brigitte Sanchez","text":"Such a vibe from the moment we walked in ✨ The team had amazing energy and it really set the tone for the whole dining experience. Every dish we tried had spot-on flavours — you can tell a lot of care goes into the food. Timing was impressive too, everything came out quickly without feeling rushed.","avatar":"https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVKpuHtyqN1fm-slSCVpcSr0dverX-BxcL9c1gIJWbKMKQSI55n=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba6","rating":5},{"date":"4 months ago","name":"BJ BROMMELAND","text":"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 😀.","avatar":"https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLxlziXoADNm9eUGzlmL-cllD8dISQazsZO4mCXR9UMurSztw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3","rating":5},{"date":"Y est allé il y a 1 jour","name":"joanne","text":"Our experience at Francine’s was one of the best we’ve had in a very long time in Calgary. The food was perfection. It’s a fresh, innovative menu. The halibut cheeks are to die for! If you haven't been here you need to try it. I will definitely be going back.","avatar":"","rating":5},{"date":"Y est allé il y a 7 jours","name":"tawfiq","text":"Unbelievable food experience, fantastic service. Must try steak and frites. I would highly recommend this place.","avatar":"","rating":5},{"date":"Y est allé il y a 7 jours","name":"Thanh Or","text":"It was a nice restaurant with very delicious food. The service was great too.","avatar":"","rating":5},{"date":"2 weeks ago","name":"Giggles 07","text":"If I could give this restaurant more than 5 stars, I definitely would!!We've been wanting to try this restaurant for months, and it absolutely lived up to our expectations. From the moment we walked in, the staff were warm, friendly, and genuinely welcoming. The service was attentive without being intrusive, and everyone made us feel well taken care of.As for the food, every dish was beautifully prepared and full of flavor. You can really tell that a lot of care and attention goes into both the ingredients and presentation. Everything we ordered was delicious, and each course left us excited f","avatar":"https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIF-ugncpM8lS9PGQBT0bO6fSdS9wsHMUHs8rQsoXIHbhcgyg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2","rating":5},{"date":"a month ago","name":"Jennifer Brewster","text":"We had an amazing dining experience at Francine's! From the moment we arrived, everything was exceptional. The food was absolutely delicious—every dish was full of flavor and beautifully prepared. It's rare to find a restaurant where every part of the meal exceeds expectations, but Francine's did just that.","avatar":"https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLkKQbhPNHWGiG9xsOyb_t_WUZ04emN0_FiOEU4D0qz613fmA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3","rating":5}],"events":[],"socials":{"instagram":"https://www.instagram.com/francines.yyc/","facebook":null,"tiktok":null,"x":null,"youtube":null},"images":["https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/85dd532e-68ad-479f-9fdb-b3a95e5d1d65/hero-01-O2Tk-eIygb.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/85dd532e-68ad-479f-9fdb-b3a95e5d1d65/hero-02-rKFixSTIT7.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/85dd532e-68ad-479f-9fdb-b3a95e5d1d65/hero-03-_QCZ8gDzPb.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/85dd532e-68ad-479f-9fdb-b3a95e5d1d65/gallery-01-Fx7JKKQVo3.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/85dd532e-68ad-479f-9fdb-b3a95e5d1d65/gallery-02-uiVqREWwoQ.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/85dd532e-68ad-479f-9fdb-b3a95e5d1d65/gallery-03-m0ntFhRsXB.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/85dd532e-68ad-479f-9fdb-b3a95e5d1d65/gallery-04-bYoybnzuad.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/85dd532e-68ad-479f-9fdb-b3a95e5d1d65/gallery-05-3qLcheqVdm.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/85dd532e-68ad-479f-9fdb-b3a95e5d1d65/gallery-06-6yUhfIf_ap.jpg","https://rsinf001prodscmed.blob.core.windows.net/scan2dine-products/restaurant-leads/85dd532e-68ad-479f-9fdb-b3a95e5d1d65/gallery-07-wKmhNSsfnn.jpg"],"faqs":[{"question":"What cuisine does Francine's - A French Bar serve?","answer":"Francine's - A French Bar serves french, bar, cocktails and aperitifs cuisine."},{"question":"Where is Francine's - A French Bar located?","answer":"Francine's - A French Bar is located at 306 Centre St S, Calgary, AB T2G 5J8, Canada, Calgary, Canada."},{"question":"What are Francine's - A French Bar's opening hours?","answer":"Monday: 11:00–23:00; Tuesday: 11:00–23:00; Wednesday: 11:00–23:00; Thursday: 11:00–00:00; Friday: 11:00–01:00; Saturday: 11:00–01:00; Sunday: closed."},{"question":"Does Francine's - A French Bar take reservations?","answer":"Yes. Reserve a table at https://www.opentable.com/r/francines-calgary."},{"question":"How can I contact Francine's - A French Bar?","answer":"You can visit http://www.francines.ca/."},{"question":"Who is the chef at Francine's - A French Bar?","answer":"Garrett Martin, Chef, leads the kitchen. Garrett Martin is the chef behind Francine’s, a French bar in Calgary’s historic Chinatown."},{"question":"How can I order from Francine's - A French Bar?","answer":"Order directly from the menu at https://service.scan2dine.io/p/i1ehBIqzvyx0. Guests dining in can also scan the table QR code to order."},{"question":"What's the average rating of Francine's - A French Bar?","answer":"Francine's - A French Bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 on Google, from 252 reviews."}],"last_updated":"2026-07-09T18:29:37.935Z"}