🍷 Les Faux Bourgeois is a beloved French bistro in Vancouver’s Mount Pleasant, known for its cozy Parisian atmosphere, exceptional service, and classic French cuisine. Signature favorites include duck confit, steak frites, coq au vin, escargots de Bourgogne, and their famous French onion soup. Guests love the warm, intimate vibe and authentic flavors, whether dining in or enjoying their take-out menu. A must-visit spot for anyone craving an unforgettable French dining experience in Vancouver.
Les Faux Bourgeois menu in Vancouver:
Soupe à l’Oignon Gratinée – Rich, slow-caramelized onions simmered in a savory broth, topped with smoked bacon, melted gruyère, and mozzarella. A classic indulgence.
Salade de Chèvre Chaud – Crispy crostini layered with warm, creamy goat cheese, paired with walnuts, organic greens, roasted beets, and a tangy sherry vinaigrette.
Salade Niçoise – A French bistro staple with confit tuna, crisp greens, niçoise olives, capers, egg, tomatoes, and anchoïade dressing. Fresh and hearty.
Salade Verte – Light and refreshing organic greens with crunchy radishes, golden croutons, pumpkin seeds, and a bright lemon vinaigrette.
Pâté de Campagne – Rustic, country-style pork pâté, full of depth and flavor, perfect for sharing with a baguette and good company.
Tartare de Boeuf – Hand-chopped beef blended with capers, mustard, shallot, and egg yolk, served with classic garnishes for a refined French favorite.
Grilled Squid – Tender squid, char-grilled and served with a fresh fennel salad and vibrant sauce vierge.
Tartes Flambées – Golden puff pastry tarts; the Alsacienne features caramelized onions, smoky bacon, crème fraîche, and ricotta, while the tarte du jour offers seasonal inspiration.
Escargots de Bourgogne – Traditional Burgundy snails baked in parsley-garlic butter, served bubbling hot with crisp crostini.
Mon Pleasant Picnic – A generous board of artisan cheeses and charcuterie, perfect for sharing.
Cheese Plate – A curated selection of artisanal cheeses, available in two or four varieties.
Moules Marinières – Plump mussels steamed with white wine, garlic, and parsley, served with crisp pommes frites for dipping.
Truite Saumonée – Pan-roasted steelhead salmon with caramelized Brussels sprouts, toasted hazelnuts, and a nutty brown butter vinaigrette.
Cabillaud – A rich seafood medley of pan-seared Pacific cod, mussels, clams, and prawns with potato, mushrooms, and peas.
Tartare de Boeuf – A larger portion of their signature beef tartare, served with your choice of pommes frites or a refreshing salad.
Canard Confit – Crispy duck leg confit atop a warm salad of golden sarladaise potatoes, goat cheese, arugula, and port jus.
Coq au Vin – A French classic: chicken slowly braised in red wine with mushrooms, lardons, pearl onions, and tender potatoes.
Mushroom Risotto – Creamy Arborio rice infused with earthy organic mushrooms, spinach, sage, and parmesan. Comfort in a bowl.
Le Steak Frites – Juicy hanger steak with a choice of frites or salad, complemented by red wine shallot jus, mustard butter, or peppercorn sauce. Upgrade to tenderloin for an extra indulgence.
Pommes Frites – Crisp, golden fries.
Mushrooms – Sautéed with a savory touch.
Garlic Spinach – Tender spinach with fragrant garlic.
Roasted Brussels Sprouts – Finished with toasted hazelnuts.
Side Salad – Fresh and light greens.
Salade de Chèvre Chaud – Crisp crostini topped with warm goat cheese, paired with walnuts, organic greens, roasted beets, and a tangy sherry vinaigrette.
Salade Niçoise – A French favorite with confit tuna, olives, capers, egg, tomato, and anchovy dressing over fresh organic greens. Vegetarian option available.
Salade Verte – Light and refreshing greens with crunchy radishes, golden croutons, and pumpkin seeds.
Grilled Squid – Tender squid grilled and served with citrus, olives, and shaved fennel for a bright, Mediterranean flavor.
Tartes Flambées – Flaky puff pastry tarts with two styles:
Alsacienne – Caramelized onions, smoked bacon, crème fraîche, and ricotta.
Forestière – Earthy mushrooms, caramelized onions, and creamy goat cheese.
Canard Confit – Crispy duck leg confit on a warm salad of sarladaise potatoes, goat cheese, spinach, and port jus.
Coq au Vin – Classic French braised chicken, simmered in red wine with mushrooms, pearl onions, and tender potatoes.
Mushroom Risotto – Creamy Arborio rice cooked with organic mushrooms, spinach, sage, and parmesan.
Le Steak Frites – Juicy hanger steak with your choice of pommes frites or salad, served with red wine shallot jus, mustard butter, or peppercorn sauce. Upgrade to beef tenderloin for extra indulgence.
Pommes Frites – Golden, crispy French fries.
Mushrooms – Sautéed and savory.
Garlic Spinach – Lightly wilted spinach with garlic.
Side Salad – Fresh, crisp greens.
Chocolate Mousse – Smooth, rich, and decadent.
Lemon Tart – Zesty lemon custard with buttery pastry.
Duck Confit – Tender, slow-cooked duck with rich port jus
Escargots de Bourgogne – Snails in garlic-parsley butter with crostini
Soupe à l’Oignon Gratinée – Caramelized onions baked with gruyère and mozzarella
Tarte Flambée – Puff pastry tarts like Alsacienne and Forestière
Steak Frites – Classic hanger steak with frites or salad and sauce choice
Coq au Vin – Red wine–braised chicken with mushrooms, lardons, and potatoes
Tartare de Boeuf – Hand-chopped beef with capers, mustard, and egg yolk
Warm, intimate, Parisian-inspired bistro atmosphere
Balanced between cozy casual and refined dining
Attentive and professional service consistently praised
Street parking available in Mount Pleasant, though limited during peak hours
Easily accessible central location in East Vancouver
Dine-in with reservations highly recommended
Take-out menu available—call ahead for easy pick-up
Guests compare it to authentic Parisian bistros
Praised for excellent food, cozy ambiance, and great value
Popular with locals and visitors alike—often fully booked