Café de France

Winter Park residents have adored this cozy bistro and its lovely, park side location since 1982. Owned and operated by French natives from the get-go, its cuisine is top-notch, serving the freshest ingredients available with daily specials dependent on market availability. From luscious lamb, served sandwich-style at lunch and on its succulent braised shank for dinner, to savory sides such as roasted Brussels sprouts and grilled artichoke hearts, Café de France offers intimacy and a warm, locals-only sort of atmosphere in a metro that's entirely too rife with chain venues. Not surprisingly, the wine selection is excellent, as well. Bon appétit!