Les Faux Bourgeois Vancouver
⭐ Les Faux Bourgeois is known for Steak Frites and Tartare de Boeuf.
💡 Good to Know
- Refreshed in 2026
- New ownership introduced an updated menu while preserving the bistro's familiar atmosphere.
- Four-Course Tasting
- Family-style tasting menus offer a multi-course dining experience.
- Reservations Recommended
- The intimate dining room fills quickly, especially on weekends.
❤️ Top Favourites
🍽️ Les Faux Bourgeois Menu
🦪 Raw Bar
Fresh seafood preparations featuring delicate dressings, aromatic oils and bright accompaniments.
Hiramasa Crudo
Hiramasa served with buttermilk dressing, ginger oil and pistachio.
Torched Prawn
Torched prawn served with Caesar cocktail sauce and Xtreme pickles.
🥖 Accompagnements
French-inspired sides and accompaniments, from freshly selected breads to vegetables and crispy frites.
Pains du Jour
A chef-curated selection of breads served with good butter, mustard and gherkins.
Greens Salad
Fresh greens dressed with lemon Dijon vinaigrette and goat's curd.
Pomme Frites
French fries served with Dijonnaise and chicken salt.
Roasted Myca Farms Mushrooms
Roasted Myca Farms mushrooms with Riesling monté, Comté cheese and fines herbes.
Leeks en Vinaigrette
Leeks dressed in vinaigrette with toasted breadcrumbs and shaved beef.
🍽️ Petits Plats
French-inspired small plates featuring traditional preparations, rich sauces and savoury accompaniments.
Oeuf Mayonnaise
Egg with mayonnaise, sunchoke remoulade, white anchovy, trout roe and chervil.
Escargot en Cocotte
Escargots prepared with parsley butter and served with brioche.
Chicken Liver Pâté
Chicken liver pâté accompanied by Sauternes gelée and sourdough.
Tartare de Boeuf
Beef tartare with traditional tartare dressing, classic garnishes, Mimolette cheese and chips.
French Onion Soup
French onion soup with caramelized onions, crouton and Gruyère cheese.
🥩 Grands Plats
French-inspired main courses featuring premium meats, seafood and carefully prepared sauces.
Steak Frites
Steak served with French fries, sauce au poivre and Montréal butter.
Roasted Halibut
Roasted halibut accompanied by pommes sarladaises and sauce Foyot.
Magret de Canard
Duck breast served with sauce Albufera, piperade and beet pavé.
Moules Frites
Mussels served with French fries, lobster bouillabaisse sauce, saffron rouille and fines herbes.
🍮 Desserts
Finish your meal with classic French sweets, rich chocolate and a selection of cheeses.
Crème Brûlée
A classic French custard dessert with a caramelized sugar topping.
Apple Fritter
Apple fritter finished with Maple Sortilège glaze and aged cheddar.
Mousse au Chocolat
Chocolate mousse featuring coffee and aerated chocolate.
Assiette de Fromages
A chef-selected assortment of French cheeses served with Encoutrement.
🍷 Tasting Menu
Explore a four-course, family-style dining experience with a choice of standard or premium menus.
Four-Course Tasting Menu
A chef-curated four-course meal served family-style, with standard and premium options available.
🍸 Apéro
Start with French-inspired aperitifs, petite martinis and refreshing drinks designed for easy sipping.
The Truffle
Antidote black truffle vodka, Cap Corse Mattei Blanc and cucumber. Earthy and delicate. Contains 1.5 oz of alcohol.
The Kinky
Filthy Northern Keep vodka, Mancino Secco, olive brine and white soy sauce. A savoury, extra-dirty martini. Contains 1.5 oz of alcohol.
The Flip It & Reverse It
Mancino Secco, Lillet Blanc, Tanqueray No. Ten gin and orange bitters. A vermouth-forward martini. Contains 1.5 oz of alcohol.
Vermouth & Tonic
Mancino Secco with Three Cents dry tonic. A light, refreshing aperitif. Contains 1.5 oz of alcohol.
Picon Bière
House Amer Picon mixed with Kronenbourg Blanc for a French-inspired beer aperitif. Served as a 12 oz drink.
Pastis
Pernod with tart elderflower, offering refreshing anise and floral flavours inspired by southern France. Contains 1 oz of alcohol.
Ti' Punch
Saint James rhum agricole with citrus oleo and fresh lime. A traditional Martinique cocktail served at room temperature. Contains 2 oz of alcohol.
🍹 Cocktails
Creative house cocktails combining premium spirits, distinctive ingredients and French-inspired flavours.
Soup du Jour
El Tequileño tequila, mirepoix, smoked tomato, Perrier soda and pickled pearl onion. Light, savoury and full of umami. Contains 1.5 oz of alcohol.
Lemon Tart
Tanqueray gin, vanilla, grapefruit, preserved lemon and sour calamansi, clarified with pie-crust milk. Zesty, smooth and rich. Contains 2 oz of alcohol.
Joe Pêche
Solmano mezcal, sour peach, apricot brandy and white chocolate. A tart, smoky cocktail with stone-fruit flavours. Contains 2.25 oz of alcohol.
Sauvage
Sortilège, Campari, Green Chartreuse and strawberry-rhubarb soda. A vibrant, bubbly cocktail with fruity and herbal notes. Contains 1.5 oz of alcohol.
Tartare
Copperpenny akvavit, Ardbeg Wee Beastie, Tio Pepe Fino sherry, Champagne verjus, porcini and mustard seed. Bright, earthy and complex. Contains 2 oz of alcohol.
Le Pâté
Foie gras Hennessy, Pineau des Charentes, Amaro Lucano and quatre épices. A rich, savoury and aromatic cocktail. Contains 3 oz of alcohol.
🍓 Spirit-Free Drinks
Refreshing alcohol-free cocktails, dealcoholized wine and sparkling beverages.
Diabolo
Sour peach, vanilla and San Pellegrino Limonata. A fruity, tart and sparkling drink inspired by French café traditions.
Rosé All Day
Rose water, strawberry, rhubarb, citrus and white balsamic. A refreshing drink with floral and fruity flavours.
Marseille Spritz
NOA aperitif, tarragon cordial and Glimmer sparkling wine. A vibrant, sparkling alcohol-free cocktail.
Glimmer Sparkling Wine
Dealcoholized sparkling wine made from 100% Chardonnay grapes grown in the Okanagan.
Kronenbourg 0.0%
A non-alcoholic Kronenbourg beer.
San Pellegrino Sparkling Water
Italian sparkling mineral water served in a 750 ml bottle.
San Pellegrino Limonata
Sparkling Italian lemon beverage served in a 330 ml can.
🥂 Sparkling Wine by the Glass
A selection of French sparkling wines available by the glass or bottle.
Bailly Lapierre Crémant de Bourgogne
A sparkling wine from Burgundy, France, made with Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.
Champagne Chavost d'Assemblage Brut Nature
A Champagne blend of Chardonnay, Meunier and Pinot Noir from France's Champagne region.
🥂 White Wine by the Glass
Explore French and British Columbia white wines featuring Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Chardonnay and other varieties.
Pierre Chainier Les Calcaires, 2024
Sauvignon Blanc from the Loire Valley, France.
Kosta Vino x Gaia House Retsina, 2025
A blend of Chenin Blanc and Riesling from Okanagan Falls, British Columbia.
Château Montcabrier, 2025
A Bordeaux white wine made with Sauvignon Blanc and Sauvignon Gris.
Dirler-Cadé Belzbrunnen, 2019
Dry Riesling from Alsace, France.
L. Tramier & Fils Mâcon-Villages, 2024
Chardonnay from Burgundy, France.
🌸 Rosé & Skin-Contact Wine by the Glass
Distinctive wines from British Columbia featuring Pinot Noir and skin-contact Pinot Gris.
Kutatás, 2024
Pinot Noir rosé from Salt Spring Island, British Columbia.
Flower Day Wine, 2025
Skin-contact Pinot Gris from Richmond, British Columbia.
🍷 Red Wine by the Glass
A selection of French and British Columbia reds featuring Pinot Noir, Gamay, Syrah and Bordeaux blends.
Kosta Vino, 2025
Pinot Noir from Okanagan Falls, British Columbia.
Dominique Piron Brouilly, 2023
Gamay from Beaujolais, France.
Cave Saint Désirat, 2021
Syrah from the Rhône Valley, France.
Château Montcabrier, 2022
A Bordeaux blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon.
🍯 Dessert Wine
A sweet wine selection from Bordeaux, available by the glass or bottle.
Château Armahan des Ormes
A dessert wine from Bordeaux, France, made with Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc. Available in a 2 oz serving or 375 ml bottle.
🍾 Sparkling Wine Bottles
French sparkling wines and Champagne selected from renowned wine regions.
Wolfberger Crémant Rosé
A sparkling rosé made with Pinot Noir from Alsace, France.
Domaine Tissot Crémant du Jura
A sparkling Chardonnay from Jura, France.
Delamotte Brut
Champagne made with Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Meunier.
Bollinger Rosé
Rosé Champagne featuring Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Meunier.
🥂 White Wine Bottles
Explore white wines from France and British Columbia, including Muscadet, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay.
Gravelle, 2023
Muscadet from the Loire Valley, France.
Gustave Lorentz, 2023
Riesling from Alsace, France.
Roche, 2023
Pinot Gris from Naramata Valley, British Columbia.
Château de Varennes, 2023
Chenin Blanc from the Loire Valley, France.
Domaine de la Rossignole Cuvée Grand Picot
Sauvignon Blanc from the Loire Valley, France.
La Chablisienne Chablis, 2022
Chardonnay from Chablis in Burgundy, France.
🌷 Rosé & Skin-Contact Wine Bottles
A selection of rosé and skin-contact wines from France and British Columbia.
Miraval Rosé, 2020
Grenache rosé from Provence, France.
Scout Skin Contact, 2025
A British Columbia skin-contact blend of Riesling, Pinot Gris, Gewürztraminer, Épicure and La Crescent, sourced from Similkameen, Skaha, Comox and Fraser Valley.
🍷 Red Wine Bottles
Explore red wines from the Loire Valley, Burgundy, Rhône, Roussillon, Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Cahors.
Tracy & Cie, 2024
Pinot Noir from the Loire Valley, France.
Domaine René Malleron, 2023
Pinot Noir from the Loire Valley, France.
Château de Chamirey, 2023
Pinot Noir from Burgundy, France.
Domaine Coquard, 2021
Pinot Noir from Côte d'Or in Burgundy, France.
Domaine de L'R Le Canal des Grand Pièces, 2024
Cabernet Franc from the Loire Valley, France.
Res Fortes Traveller, 2020
Syrah from Côtes de Roussillon, France.
L'Oratoire, 2021
A Grenache and Syrah blend from Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France.
Gérard Bertrand Héritage An 1152, 2021
Malbec from Cahors, France.
🍷 Premium Bordeaux
A collection of premium Bordeaux red wines from distinguished French appellations.
Château Phélan Ségur, 2021
A Saint-Estèphe blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.
Fugue de Nénin, 2015
A Pomerol blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc.
Château Langoa Barton, 2021
A Saint-Julien blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc.
Echo de Lynch-Bages, 2021
A Pauillac blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Château de Fieuzal, 2021
A Pessac-Léognan blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot. Classified as Grand Cru Classé de Graves.
🍺 Bottled Beers
A small selection of local craft beers and familiar international favourites.
Slow Hand x Gaia House Mediterranean Pilsner
A Mediterranean-style pilsner from Slow Hand and Gaia House. Served in a 473 ml can.
Parkside Humans IPA
An IPA from Parkside Brewery. Served in a 473 ml can.
Kronenbourg Blanc
A French-style wheat beer served in a 330 ml bottle.
Petite Champagne (Miller High Life)
Miller High Life beer served in a 355 ml bottle.
⭐ Les Faux Bourgeois Favourites
These selections are based on dishes commonly praised in Google reviews.
Steak Frites
A longstanding signature of Les Faux Bourgeois, featuring steak served with French fries, sauce au poivre and Montréal butter. Diners frequently praise the tenderness of the beef and the richness of the sauce, making this one of the restaurant's most consistently recommended dishes. Recent reviews are more divided on portion sizes and the fries.
Tartare de Boeuf
Hand-prepared beef tartare dressed with classic seasonings, garnishes and grated mimolette cheese, served with crisp potato chips. Customers repeatedly praise the fresh flavour and balanced seasoning, with several describing it as a highlight of their meal. It remains one of the bistro's most popular starters following the 2026 menu refresh.
Moules Frites
Mussels served in a lobster bouillabaisse-style sauce with saffron rouille, fresh herbs and French fries. Reviewers appreciate the tender shellfish and flavourful broth, particularly when paired with bread for dipping. This French bistro classic continues to attract recommendations, although recent opinions on portions and fries vary.
Escargot en Cocotte
Escargots prepared with parsley butter and served with brioche, offering the rich, garlicky flavours associated with traditional French cooking. Customers frequently mention the escargots among their favourite appetizers, appreciating the savoury butter sauce and bread accompaniment. The dish remains on the restaurant's updated menu.
Magret de Canard
Duck breast accompanied by sauce Albufera, piperade and beet pavé. The current preparation offers a different experience from the duck confit that longtime customers remember. Duck remains a frequently discussed choice, with some diners praising the kitchen's preparation while others prefer the restaurant's earlier version.
Roasted Myca Farms Mushrooms
Locally sourced mushrooms prepared with Riesling monté, Comté cheese and fresh herbs. Diners have singled out the mushroom dishes for their depth of flavour and careful preparation, making this a worthwhile side to accompany steak or other main courses. The combination brings a rich, savoury element to the meal.
Mousse au Chocolat Noir
Dark chocolate mousse served with poached fruit and hazelnuts. Customers regularly recommend saving room for dessert, with recent reviews particularly complimentary of the chocolate mousse and its fruit accompaniments. The contrast between rich chocolate, fruit and nuts provides a satisfying finish to a French bistro dinner.
Apple Fritter
An apple fritter finished with maple Sortilège glaze and aged cheddar. This distinctive dessert combines sweetness with a savoury cheese element, reflecting the kitchen's updated approach to French-inspired cooking. It offers something different from the restaurant's more traditional chocolate desserts.
🍽️ Dining Experience
This section summarizes information from restaurant sources, customer reviews and other public sources.
An Intimate French Bistro
Les Faux Bourgeois occupies a cosy corner space in Vancouver's Fraserhood neighbourhood, with wood panelling, warm lighting, banquette seating and a lively dining room. The atmosphere feels polished without being overly formal, making it popular for dates, anniversaries and dinners with friends. Tables are relatively close together, and conversation levels rise when the restaurant fills.
Classic Cooking with a New Direction
Following its 2026 relaunch, the kitchen continues to serve French bistro favourites alongside more contemporary dishes featuring local ingredients. Steak frites, beef tartare, escargots and mussels remain central to the experience, while seafood starters and seasonal preparations introduce newer flavours.
Wine, Cocktails and Tasting Menus
The drinks list includes French wines, British Columbia selections, creative cocktails and spirit-free beverages. Guests can order individual dishes or choose a four-course, family-style tasting menu, with standard and premium options. The tasting experience is particularly appealing for celebrations and diners interested in exploring several dishes.
🅿️ Parking & Accessibility
This section summarizes information from restaurant sources, customer reviews and other public sources.
Neighbourhood Street Parking
Les Faux Bourgeois is located on East 15th Avenue near Fraser Street and Kingsway. Visitors can look for street parking along surrounding residential and commercial blocks, checking posted restrictions and time limits. Allow extra time to find a space during busy dinner hours.
Compact Dining Room
The intimate restaurant has closely arranged tables and banquette seating, which may require advance planning for guests needing additional space or mobility accommodations. Contact the restaurant directly to confirm entrance accessibility, washroom facilities and suitable seating before visiting.
📍 Landmarks & Location
This section summarizes information from restaurant sources, customer reviews and other public sources.
Fraserhood Location
Les Faux Bourgeois sits at 663 East 15th Avenue, near the intersection of Fraser Street and Kingsway in East Vancouver. Its neighbourhood setting gives it a more intimate feel than the larger restaurant districts downtown.
Near Mount Pleasant
The restaurant is conveniently located for visitors exploring Mount Pleasant and the Fraser Street dining area. Nearby independent shops, cafés and neighbourhood businesses make it an appealing destination for an evening out.
Close to Robson Park
Robson Park is a short distance away, while the surrounding residential streets and established commercial corridors contribute to the area's relaxed neighbourhood character.
📱 Ordering Options
This section summarizes information from restaurant sources, customer reviews and other public sources.
Dinner and Reservations
Les Faux Bourgeois serves dinner Wednesday through Monday, from 5 pm to 11 pm, and is closed Tuesdays. Reservations are recommended, particularly on weekends and for special occasions. Walk-ins may be accommodated when seating is available.
À La Carte and Tasting Menus
Guests can choose from raw bar selections, smaller plates, main courses, sides and desserts. A four-course family-style tasting menu is also offered at two price levels, providing a more structured dining experience for couples and groups.
Private and Group Dining
The restaurant accommodates celebrations and group dinners, with recent guests reporting positive experiences in a private dining room. Contact the team in advance to discuss larger parties, special requests and menu arrangements.
Dietary Considerations
Vegetarian choices are limited, with the current menu featuring some vegetable-based sides and salads but few clearly suitable main courses. Many dishes contain butter, cheese, seafood or meat-based accompaniments. Guests with gluten restrictions, vegan diets or food allergies should discuss their requirements directly with the restaurant before ordering.
💬 Customer Feedback
This section summarizes recurring themes in customer reviews.
French Cooking and Presentation
Steak frites, beef tartare, mussels and carefully prepared sauces receive frequent praise, particularly from diners who appreciate classic French techniques. More recent guests also compliment the updated menu's presentation, tasting courses and desserts. Some reviewers, however, find certain dishes less satisfying than earlier versions.
Warm, Attentive Hospitality
Many customers describe professional, personable service, with staff who explain dishes, offer recommendations and help make anniversaries and birthdays memorable. Recent reviews frequently praise the front-of-house team, although occasional guests report less welcoming interactions or longer waits between courses.
Romantic Neighbourhood Atmosphere
The intimate lighting, wood finishes and lively bistro atmosphere remain major strengths. Couples regularly choose the restaurant for date nights and celebrations, while longtime patrons appreciate its familiar neighbourhood character. Seating can feel tight, and the dining room becomes noisy when busy.
Mixed Reactions to the Relaunch
The 2026 ownership and menu changes have produced noticeably divided feedback. Many newer customers welcome the refined cooking, cocktails and tasting menus, while some longtime regulars miss discontinued favourites and feel portions have become smaller or prices higher. Experiences with value and the revised menu vary considerably.
Sources
Links used to compile this restaurant’s menu and dining information.
- Les Faux Bourgeois Menu (opens in a new tab)View the restaurant's menu at the linked source to confirm current prices, availability, and menu details.
