Joelle's French Bistro

It's easy to rate Joelle's at 5☆! The food was amazing!! The appetizers were beautiful and delicious. The salad with boursin in a purse, and the mushroom soup were outstanding. We loved the shrimp dish and the halibut. We all shared a perfect flaming crème brûlée. I suspect anything on the menu would be excellent. The service was super friendly. The atmosphere was great!! Enjoy!!!

A hidden GEM! I can’t believe it took us 2 years to find this restaurant just outside Skaneateles. One of the best dining experiences we’ve had in a very long time. Unmatched service, superb and unique cuisine that was totally unexpected. We dined on the back patio and it was simply perfect! Highly recommend!

Great outdoor seating on the deck, food was delish, and staff was very attentive. Truly authentic fare.

Great date night dinner! Always a warm, friendly atmosphere! We usually call for reservations and request the outside patio if the forecast looks good. It does get a little "buggy" as the sun goes down. They have bug spray or bring your own. Hey it's CNY!
Full drink selection with French wines of course! The gourmet menu is on par, next to none, and consistent year after year (we have been coming here since 2012ish) from the appetizers to entrees ending with their desserts. A must try for decerning palates. Pricing is right for drinks, food, and ambience. There were some families there with children, wanted to add that in to let you know it not a "stuffy" establishment!

Food and the view was perfect!
We especially enjoyed appetizers(oyster and onion soup).

Lovely date night. Great drinks and food. The staff was super attentive

Chef Joelle and Chef Melissa thank you for a Devine experience. The Aviance took me right to the French countryside. I highly recommend it. It is worth the time to treat yourself to this jewel. ✨

This was our first visit to Joelle’s. The entire experience was fabulous. I started with a hand crafted cocktail, which was perfect. I had the soup special as an appetizer (butternut squash & ginger) and the lamb chops as the main course. Both were delicious and well prepared. The serving size was generous and I didn’t have room for dessert. The service was attentive but not over bearing. And we ate outside on the patio overlooking the beautiful grounds. The night was capped off with a complimentary, delicious “Mango-cella.” Will definitely return to Joelle’s the next time I’m in the area.

Just wow!! Ate here following my sister/brother-in-law’s wedding ceremony and was blown away by the food and service. There were approximately 25 people in our party and we all fit on the outdoor patio. If you are in the area, this should be a must visit for you. If we lived closer, we would probably eat here once a week! We got to try 6-7 appetizers and had steak with fries for dinner. My cosmo was amazing and everyone else at our table enjoyed wine. After dinner shots were a hit too! Can’t say enough about this restaurant. Quaint place, quality food, friendly/attentive service and great drinks! Thank you to the owners/staff...you nailed it!

The best place for French food and atmosphere. The terrace is a lovely shade drenched piece of France. The staff are super friendly, and the food... Mon dieuz the food. Simply breathtaking. J'adore.

Joelle’s is the best restaurant in Central New York! A spectacular experience from the food to the people to the atmosphere. Perfect in every way. And they make special occasions even more special - creating the most gorgeous cake for a birthday celebration on short notice.

Wow! This place was amazing. From the charming ambiance to the outstanding service, I was immediately impressed. It is hard to find a French restaurant in this area and Joelle's knocks it out of the park. Their wine list had some really good finds, we did a couple bottles of the Cote du Rhone. There were 5 of us in my party, 3 got the special appetizer (a spring salad with phyllo dough pouches filled with a French cheese and fig), one person had the escargot and I had the lobster and shrimp cigar. My appetizer was my least favorite of the 3, and I still thought it was delicious. The aioli on the side could have used a touch more horseradish to my taste. I had the duck - the skin was crispy and the sauce complemented the duck perfectly. The duck wasn't too greasy at all. The sides were also very good. I tried a bite of the lamb and would absolutely order that another time. For dessert I split the creme brulee, flambee style (you have to) and that held up to the rest of the meal. The French Coffee was also nice at the end of the meal. I would like to thank the staff for providing me with such a wonderful birthday experience!

I went here years ago and had a wonderful time. The food is so rich and flavorful. If you are a fan of French cuisine, this is a must if you're in Central New York. I must go again soon, to support this solid chef and her team.

Best French bistro meal since we were in France in 2018. All food was excellent. The duck was great and a value meal for the quantity. My wife had the cassolette that was a close 2nd for quantity. Next time in the area will eat here more than once.

Wonderful classic French food in a beautiful atmosphere. Best steak au poivre ever! Alain Castel, the owner is so warm and welcoming. Fun birthday celebration! Can't wait to return!

Everything about Joelle’s is incredible, from the food to the staff to how warm and cozy the atmosphere is. Hands down the best food around CNY.

We love the outdoor seating in the summer with their great selection of drinks. The place is so cute and the atmosphere is perfect for date night

The staff working at this place tended to my every need even when they had a lot on their plate. Truly amazing service and delicious food. The design of the restaurant was breathtaking as well. For a fine dining experience that doesn’t break the bank I would recommend eating here.

One of the best dining experiences we have had anywhere. The food was outstanding and the service was first rate. The dining room is pleasant and provides a comfortable dining environment. Highly recommended.

We had the fixed price New Year's Eve meal. Our individual entrees were flawless, and the combo appetizer and dessert plates were exquisite.