French Annapolis 2552 Riva Rd. If the sand-colored arches of this Annapolis French restaurant remind you of a Spanish villa, that's because Les Folies's prior incarnation was as a Spanish eatery. With a strong menu, a pleasing setting, and good service, this establishment should have no trouble attracting area residents.
Experienced professionals are in charge.
Chef Jean-Claude Galan goes back to the halcyon days of Le Bagatelle on K Street in DC and did a stint at the equally good La Colline on Capitol Hill. First, the bad news. An initial visit in early June was marred by several dishes that were drastically overpeppered and otherwise underseasoned. The two main offenders were the French onion soup and the steamed mussels and French fries. It was not evident whether Galan was in the kitchen, but that should not matter.