What are some common dishes served in a French restaurant?

It depends on the type of restaurant. There is upscale French food and "peasant" type French food. Although, what used to be considered peasant food (because it was made with what little pantry items the poor used to have) is now becoming the main attraction on many menus. The French are know for constantly experimenting and evolving at the top of the culinary world. They are masters of both very complex and very simple, understated dishes. They are great with using fresh herbs and are even better about knowing their cheeses. Although you can find just about anything on a French menu these days, here are some classics: crêpes,delicate pancakes with sweet and savory fillings; quiche, most recipes now include cheese, vegetables, seafood or ham to the basic mix of eggs and cream; ratatouille, originally a poor farmer's dish, prepared in the summer with fresh summer vegetables; bouillabaisse, a hearty fish and seafood soup; Coq au vin, chicken in red wine. Don't leave a good French ...  more