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The French Gourmet, San Diego, CA

The French Gourmet

4.7
4.7
1589 Reviews
$30 and under
French

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 2 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
OUTDOOR PATIO & INDOOR SEATING IS OPEN FOR BRUNCH 7 days a week!
HAPPY HOUR & DINNER (Wednesday-Sunday)
Our restaurant serves California-influenced French cuisine in our completely remodeled outdoor patio and indoor wine boutique, brand new menu and bar with signature craft cocktails. We are a long-time favorite of locals who appreciate the personal service and our extensive wine list. After more than four decades of serving our clients, it is as much an honor and a privilege, as it is a reassurance to know, that while culinary trends come and go, appreciation and dedication to quality endure.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French, Continental, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Daily 9:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Wed–Sun 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (858) 488-1725 ext. 316
  • Website
    http://www.thefrenchgourmet.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Also a versatile San Diego catering company, our products are all prepared fresh daily on the premises. The dishes conjured up in our kitchen reflect a commitment to originality, freshness and the celebration of taste. Our knowledgeable sales team will work with you to create a menu and style that will compliment your event and your budget. As a local catering company, we can provide you with china, glassware, place settings, equipment rentals, servers and bartenders, and much more.
  • Location
    960 Turquoise Street, San Diego, CA 92109
  • Neighbourhood
    Pacific Beach
  • Cross Street
    Cass Street
  • Parking details
    There is 15 minute parking in front of the bakery, and parking on nearby side streets.
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.,Wed - Sat - 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
    Happy Hour 3pm-6pm Wednesday-Sunday Food Specials $3 off all -Appetizers -Soups -Salads Drink Specials $5 -House Wines -Sparkling -Sparkling Rose -Canned Stone Beer $7.50 French 75 $8 Craft Cocktail Of The Day

  • Dinner For Two Thursday Night

    Multiple dates available
    Thu - 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
    Dinner for two for $79 Two select entrees, a preselected bottle of red or white wine and one dessert to share.

    Dinner For Two Thursday Night photo

  • Wine Wednesday

    Multiple dates available
    Wed - 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
    No corkage fee for wine in the restaurant or wine brought from outside.

Menu

At present, we do not have menu information for this restaurant. Please see their website or wait to visit the restaurant to learn more.

What 1,589 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    French

  • San Diego

    French

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The French Gourmet offers a "charming" dining experience with "amazing" French cuisine. Known for its "delicious" brunches and diverse menu, it features standout dishes like escargot and French onion soup. The staff, including favorites like Mark and Antonio, provide attentive service. Despite some service hiccups, it remains a "favorite" for many patrons.

1,589 Reviews

  1. Matt

    San Diego5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service and fantastic food. Seating outside isn't too loud with the street noise.

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  2. Kristen VIP

    San Diego6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time here even though I've lived in the area since 2007. Great menu options for all palates. The desserts were unreal too. We had attentive service. Would recommend to others.

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  3. Ronda

    New York City8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely little restaurant! Not sure how we have never been here over the many years we have come to this area. Food was delicious and the drinks were fancy! We were too full after dinner for dessert so we bought some dessert at the entrance of the restaurant to enjoy later:)

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  4. FAIRREVUE VIP

    San Diego10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great local spot for breakfast, lunch and dinner Will miss it!!!

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  5. deborah VIP

    San Diego20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very positive experience all around. We will return.

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  6. Paul

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the always delicious escargot appetizer to the sumptuous Beef Bourgingon (perfectly paired with a glass of merlot) to the tasty Shrimp and perfect crunch of the truffle fries, my wife and I had a delicious date night dinner! And the pear tart was the perfect way to end the meal. J. Paul and Janine

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  7. Edward

    Philadelphia865 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We’ve dined at this French bistro many times and are always happy and satisfied with our dinner. Top-notch value for authentic French cooking and great pastries to take home for the next morning’s breakfast. I love the calves liver smothered in onions.

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  8. William VIP

    Washington DC21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for the Thursday "Date Night" menu and were very pleased with the entree and desert options as well as the red wine selection. Great service and neighborhood ambiance.

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  9. Wade

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Went for restaurant week for the prix fixe menu. Appetizers at my table were the crab cakes and mussels. The crab cakes came with two sauces, both good. The mussels in herbed butter eaten with French bread for dipping was excellent. Mains were the Beef Wellington which was cooked to perfection and served with an exquisite brown sauce, and the Sea Bass with a tarragon lobster sauce, also amazing. They were served with haricot verts and scalloped potatoes both good. Dessert was a warm pear tart, very good, and a white sponge cake with raspberries and marzipan which was a bit overwhelming. The wine paring was well done. Service was solid. We will be returning.

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  10. Dennis VIP

    San Diego103 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding meal and huge value for San Diego Restaurant Week. Service from Alex was attentive and spot on. Escargot were delicious and not sure how the chef makes the eggs so fluffy but we're amazing. Real neighborhood gem!

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FAQs

The French Gourmet offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 488-1725 ext. 316.

The French Gourmet is rated 4.7 stars by 1589 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 2 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The French Gourmet

960 Turquoise Street, San Diego, CA 92109

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Cass Street
  • Neighbourhood
    Pacific Beach
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Daily 9:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Wed–Sun 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French, Continental, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is 15 minute parking in front of the bakery, and parking on nearby side streets.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.thefrenchgourmet.com/
  • Phone number
    (858) 488-1725 ext. 316
  • Catering
    Also a versatile San Diego catering company, our products are all prepared fresh daily on the premises. The dishes conjured up in our kitchen reflect a commitment to originality, freshness and the celebration of taste. Our knowledgeable sales team will work with you to create a menu and style that will compliment your event and your budget. As a local catering company, we can provide you with china, glassware, place settings, equipment rentals, servers and bartenders, and much more.
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