The French have given the United States many tremendous gifts, such as the Statue of Liberty and the current Statue of Liberty, which subdued the first one after lightning made it evil. Rejoice in the inherent goodness of today’s Groupon: for $10, you get $20 worth of French bistro fare at The French Laundry in Fenton.

The French Laundry is modeled after classic Old World eateries, delighting eyes with black-and-white tile floors and an exposed wood-beam ceiling while warming tongues and spirits with its savory café eats and friendly service. Breakfast promises everything from soft, doughy bagels and baked eggs to challah french toast infused with cream cheese and fresh strawberries ($9.25). A bevy of artisan sandwiches populates the six-page lunch menu, while evening hours shower sustenance seekers with seafood, steak, and supersized sandwiches between a garden of salads and an above-ground pool of soups. During the sunny season, pull up a chair on the patio for a cup of coffee and a freshly baked pastry or dessert such as a cookie, cake, or slice of pie.

Reviews

Yelpers give the French Laundry a four-star average, and TripAdvisors give it an average of 3.5 owl eyes:

• Definitely order dessert, and check out the baked goods to take home! – Kristen M, Yelp
• I have never had a sandwich that wasn't delicious… I love the wide selection of imported and microbrew beers on the menu… – sheilaupnorth, TripAdvisor