French food doesn't have to be snooty, and Ghini's French Caffe proves that by serving up plenty of non-snooty but delicious breakfast, lunch and tapas, with "Frenchness guaranteed." Ghini's utilizes locally grown and fresh ingredients, including fresh-baked bread from the adjoining La Baguette Bakery. With lots of healthy options (and plenty of not-so-healthy but still delicious options), Ghini's is a great choice for a quick bite to eat or a leisurely lunch. They welcome well-behaved humans and all dogs on their patio, and you can't go wrong with a mimosa carafe and a plate full of crepes or eggs provençale for a lazy weekend brunch.
Runners up:
2. Le Rendez-Vous
3844 E. Fort Lowell Road
323-7373; www.lerendez-vous.com
3. Le Delice Bakery and Café
7245 E. Tanque Verde Road
290-9714; le-delice.com
