BEST FRENCH: Sel & Poivre

A dainty step into this Darlinghurst institution immediately proves the old adage that a restaurant full of natives, true-blue tucker makes. Mere centimetres from the doorway, a wave of mouthwatering butter, guttural Français and Chanel parfum washes over you. Offering a menu filled with what they call ‘simple fare that tastes great’, S&P makes for the perfect French bistro experience sans airfare. (Angela Bennetts)

263 Victoria St, Darlinghurst. 9361 6530, www.seletpoivre.com.au