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    Bleu Bohème

    4.1 (1.6k reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 8:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    BLEU BOHÈME ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Romantic
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    Danielle M.

    Came here for restaurant week to try something fun and new around town. We got sat outside on the sidewalk area, which normally I wouldn't mind but I do think inside would have elevated the vibes and ambiance a little be more for the fancy restaurant. Our server was kind and helpful with our questions we had. The food was really great, the duck confit and chocolate mousse dessert were my favorite of the meal. The escargot was honestly so bad we had to spit it out and stop eating it. I've had good escargot before and this was not it

    Escargots de la Vieille École
    Rebekah W.

    We had a great dinner at Bleu Bohème! The crab cakes were amazing--crisp on the outside and full of flavor. The snails were delicious, and the bread for dipping in the juices was perfect. The octopus dish had a nice texture and flavor, though it was a little too smoky for my taste. The steak was very tender and cooked perfectly--served slightly cold, but still really good. They had a great wine deal: $45 for a bottle to enjoy during dinner and one to take home for 10c. The wine paired nicely with the meal--not outstanding, but definitely a great value. Server was super friendly and attentive. We sat outside, which was lovely, but the inside looked cozy and charming too. Overall, a great experience and I'd definitely come back.

    Happy hour 5 to 6
    Tracy M.

    We went to blue OM and Chef Ken is amazing. He came out to greet us and see how our meals were. The service by Kristi I think her name was. She was so wonderful. We want her next time too. We were a party of six and she was outstanding. The ambience is romantic.

    Ravioli
    Stephanie S.

    I really wanted to love this place. I think maybe I built it up in my head and it did not live up to my expectations. Sat outside on a beautiful chilly night but they use a ton of warmers to make it a heated patio. The server started off great but seemed to lose steam a quarter of the way through the meal. My drinks were empty and I kept looking for anyone to help but our table kept getting passed by. Someone sat near us who maybe come a lot and we didn't get any attention after that. Their food came first and drinks before we got anything. I ordered a spicy margarita but it didn't come until after I had already eaten my scallops. The food was lovely but I'll probably never come again.

    Momo Z.

    It's Restaurant Week again, and I'd highly recommend giving this French restaurant a try. At around $65 per person, it offers great value for the experience. From the moment you walk in, you can feel the French ambiance--the lighting, candles, décor, and overall pace are all very charming. It's a great spot for a date or a small gathering with friends. The menu leans toward classic French cuisine, with elegant plating and refined flavors, not overly showy or pretentious. Every dish we ordered stood out, with well-layered sauces that clearly show the chef's attention to detail. For starters, the Rillettes de Saumon is highly recommended--it's so good you'll want to keep eating it. For the main course, the Confit de Canard is a must-try. This traditional dish from the Gascony region in southwestern France involves curing duck legs with salt and spices, then slowly cooking them in duck fat until the meat becomes tender and juicy. It's considered one of the finest dishes in French cuisine, especially recommended for duck lovers. The service was excellent as well--attentive without being intrusive, with a well-paced dining experience. Overall, it was a very enjoyable meal. Be sure to make a reservation in advance, and if possible, sit inside, as the ambiance is better than the outdoor seating.

    Dessert sampler
    Reza M.

    This place feels like it should be in Paris. Great ambiance, cozy spot. Servers were friendly and knowledgable. Food was amazing. Had the braised short rib and the dessert sampler. House bourbon was tasty in an old fashioned. Definitely want to go back and try other dishes. Prices were reasonable. Highly recommend for date night.

    Crème Brulée
    Sophia M.

    Ambiance was great with the mood lighting and French decor. Additionally, the service was wonderful and we got their great wine special which was $45 for a bottle and you take a second home for 10 cents. I would come back here to try a few more dishes and some more wine! The dishes we did try lacked that "wow" factor in my opinion. The onion soup was good but I've had better and it came out warm, not hot, as I was expecting. The crab croquettes on the other hand were phenomenal! The duck dish was overpowered by a very strong herb flavor and the beef was nothing too exciting - very basic. Our desserts did the trick, but again, I've had better crème brûlée and the brioche was quite dense. I'd come back again and give it another shot with some different dishes but overall I wasn't blown away.

    Mei T.

    I had coordinated with Jasmine, special events manager, for my company's private dinner in their Stone Room. She was very detail-oriented and accommodating. I had pre-ordered the following for our "Bohemien" style dinner: Wine Selection: - 206 Schlumberger "Princes Abbes" Riesling 2018 First Course: - La Charcuterie: house-made duck pâté, pork terrine de campagne, jambon de Bayonne, garlic sausage, Rosette de Lyon, Spanish chorizo, coppa sausage, pickled vegetables, croûtons, olives, Dijon mustard - Sadie Rose French Country Sourdough Loaves with Sweet Butter Second Course: - Croquette de Crabe: crab croquettes, jicama remoulade, tomato-rocket salad, saffron aioli - Crêpe au Homard: lobster crêpe, marscarpone cheese, jicama remoulade, white truffle-carrot sauce - Poulpe Rôti: seared Spanish octopus, Portuguese linguica, creamy polenta, roasted chickpeas, fresh tomatoes, sauce verte Third Course: - Salade Maison: butter leaf lettuce, basil/shallot vinaigrette, tapenade croûton, Roquefort blue cheese, apples, almonds, market beets Fourth Course: - Mediterranean Mussels prepared Marinière style: parsley, tomatoes, white wine, garlic, shallots, thyme, butter; served with Pommes Frites Fifth Course: - Coq au Vin: red-wine braised chicken thighs, smoked bacon, carrots, pearl onions, cremini mushrooms, fresh herbs, baguette - Saumon Oscar: Faroe Island salmon filet crusted with crab, pommes purée, fresh asparagus, sauce Béarnaise Sixth Course: - Mousse au Chocolat: dark Callebaut chocolate mousse, seasonal berries One of our guests was vegan, and the chef prepared a roasted vegetable entree for her that was very satisfying. Our server, Gina, took excellent care of us and was always mindful that our water and wine glasses were promptly refilled. The restaurant was very cozy and our private room was separated from the main dining room by a thick velvet curtain. The room itself was nicely set up with a long table for our party of 12, with aged candles that had the wax build-up to give it a medieval appearance. Our pre-selected courses were pre-printed on a custom menu so the guests would know what courses to expect for this unique dining experience. As it turns out, some members of our party were unable to attend due to the unavailability of Uber and Lyft drivers from downtown to this venue. Apparently, it was a busy weekend with the tree lighting ceremonies at Balboa Park and other locations. We had so much food leftover and Gina graciously packed and labeled all of them, which was very much appreciated. For the Charcuterie, what really stood out to me was the house-made duck pâté. It had a rich smoky flavor that was notably the best pâté I've ever had. I've dined at Michelin star restaurants domestically and in Europe, and Bleu Boheme notably has the best duck pâté in my opinion. I enjoyed all 3 items from the Second Course, although I felt the crab croquettes would have been better served with the saffron aioli on the side, as to opposed to on top of the croquettes. Also, the jicama remoulade was a bit too heavy on the cream for me. For a deep fried appetizer like this, a light and citrusy jicama salad would have balanced the flavors and elevated the dish. I had a similar issue with the lobster crêpe. There was already marscarpone cheese inside the crêpe with the lobster, so the jicama remoulade and white truffle-carrot sauce made this dish too rich for my taste. Like the crab croquettes, I would've enjoyed these crêpes more if they were served with something light and citrusy to balance the heaviness of the marscapone cheese. The Salade Maison was the crowd favorite. With all the other heavy dishes, we were craving for something that would cleanse our palette, and this was it. My only complaint was that I had specifically requested blue cheese and dressing on the side while I was planning the menu and it was noted on the contract. All but one of the salads had the blue cheese, anchovies, and dressing mixed in, which I did not care for. The one salad that was sparred was for our vegan guest. I was particularly disappointed since this was the one dish that I was looking forward to the most. The Coq au Vin and Mediterranean Mussels were my 2 least favorite dishes. For both of these, the wine was not reduced so it left a very over-powering wine taste that was a bit too strong to enjoy. The Pomme Frites were also overly salty. They were thin and crispy but were drenched in salt. The salmon was perfectly cooked, and the pommes purée (mashed potatoes) were delish. I wasn't a huge fan of the asparagus, which I thought were over-cooked and the Béarnaise sauce was too creamy and buttery. The Mousse au Chocolat was devine and tasted heavenly. The fresh berries (strawberries and blueberries) helped cut the richness of the dark chocolate mousse, so this dessert was very well executed and well balanced. Overall, we had a very pleasant evening!

    Bread pudding
    Christine T.

    Came for restaurant week. The menu looked fantastic so I was excited to check it out. Unfortunately everything across the board was underseasoned. Flavor had potential but it just needed some salt. Here is what I got: Gnocchi: Great pillow texture. Had a nice smoky element to it. Scallops with risotto: Wish they seared both sides of the scallops. Lobster flavor in the risotto unfortunately does not come through. Bread pudding: Not as indulgent as I had hoped. Texture seemed off. It was too dense and lacked moisture. Maybe serving with ice cream would have made it better. Service was friendly but will note that it was a little slow.

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    Shirley F.

    Amazing food the prepared just right . It came out hot and delicious. Service was holly jolly. Very nice. Ambience is French friendly. And a decor that is French country.

    So good
    Lauren B.

    Ended up staying local for Thanksgiving and decided to try out this spot for a Thanksgiving lunch. Let me tell you, it was busy right when they opened. You definitely want a reservation just so you don't have to stress about waiting a long time for a seat. The ambience is super cute. Plenty of seating indoors, at the bar, and seating outside. The outdoor seating gives the vibe of dining in Paris. They're well known for their martinis and they offer up a lot of variety. We got their basil martini, espresso martini, and blue martini. The basil was good and not overly sweet. If you like a simple martini, the blue one is for you. Espresso martini was also good - not overly sweet as well. They're all strong too. Sourdough bread is to die for. I'm drooling thinking about their bread. Crab croquettes were delicious. Pate & Terrine hit the spot cause I was craving pate. It is a lot and was too much for just the two of us. Boeuf Bourguignon was hearty and their Turkey plate was so good. I didn't think the Turkey plate would have been my favorite. Dessert was a great way to close the meal. Nothing bad to say about anything we ate or drank. Service was a little wonky. We sat at the bar and just didn't know who our person was. There were multiple persons behind the bar but no one acknowledged us. It took awhile to put our order in. A table that sat down a few min after us got their food before we even ordered. That's why I gave one less star. But that won't prevent me from coming back, I'll just reserve a table that's not at the bar next time.

    Cassidy H.

    incredible as always! this place is phenomenal!! gina was an amazing server and we greatly appreciated having her help us with our order & explain all the cheese and charcuterie! will be back soon!

    We came here fews time in the past and had wonderful experience! Today we are back for restaurant week. We enjoyed everything we ordered! We usually very picky with scallops and ducks. Wow! Thank you to the chef! Especially the ducks and scallops dishes had very unique and delicious flavors! See you soon again!

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    Do they have vegan options?

    Does your staff (servers and cooks/chefs) wear masks?

    Yes

    Are there gluten free and dairy free food options here?

    I wouldn't go there, not a professional restaurant, you will not find gluten free

    Is happy hour from 5 to 6 available on the patio?

    Yes, it is. Cinq a Six.

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    Family-owned & operated
    Established in 2023

    This is probably the longest overdue review I have ever written, but at this point, not writing it…read morealmost feels selfish because I would very much like to always be able to get a table here. But alas, Carbon Angela's Kitchen deserves every flower, every reservation, every "you have to try this place" text thread, and every bit of love. This place has become one of my absolute favorite hidden gems in San Diego. Easily top five for me, and as someone who dines out a lot for a living, that is not a casual statement. There are places you like, places you recommend, and then there are places that start to feel woven into your actual life. Carbon Angela's Kitchen is that for me. Angela is truly the heart of this place. She has this way of making you feel like you are not just coming in for dinner, but being welcomed into something she deeply cares about. And Emanuele is absolutely part of that magic too. Together, they have built something that feels warm, generous, soulful, and so special. They feel like long-lost friends and family now, and I am honestly just so proud of them and all they are creating. The food is the kind that makes you want to order with the whole table in mind. The griglia mista is hands down one of the best investments you can make if you are dining with a group. It is the meat platter, it is the moment, and it is absolutely worth ordering. Four to five people can split it, especially if you are also doing appetizers, salad, wine, and a few extra things for the table. It is such a perfect nod to what Carbon was before Angela took over, when the space leaned more BBQ, but now it feels beautifully married with Angela's warmth, Italian influence, and the kind of hospitality that makes the whole meal feel like an experience. And please do not sleep on the rest of the menu. The short rib is fire. The arancino trio is always a yes. The eggplant croquette? Obsessed. The crespelle? So good. The Everything Salad is my favorite salad on the menu, and the street corn should never, under any circumstances, be skipped. I said what I said. The wine selection is top tier, the appetizers are memorable, and the whole place has that rare magic of feeling cozy, intentional, and completely unpretentious. You can come for a low-key dinner, a girls' night, a celebration, or one of those "we just need a really good meal and a really good glass of wine" kind of evenings. And the back patio? Perfect for an evening under twinkling lights. It is one of those spaces that just begs for a long table, good conversation, clinking glasses, and the kind of night that accidentally turns into a core memory. They also have catering menus available, which is very important information to keep in your back pocket if you are hosting anything soon. What Angela has built is honestly something to behold. One of the hardest-working restaurateurs doing the dang thing in a city like San Diego, and now opening Bedda across the way too? I am in awe and wonder watching it all unfold. It takes so much courage, grit, taste, excellence, and heart to build what they are building, and you can feel all of it in the room. Carbon Angela's Kitchen is a true labor of love, a hidden gem, and one of those places I will keep cheering for again and again. Go hungry. Order the griglia mista. Get the Everything Salad. Do not skip the street corn. Share Share Share, so you can try a little bit of everything and do a tried and true family style meal, you won't regret it.

    We dined on Sunday for the first time and tried their Sunday Funday Feast. This Sunday the feast…read moreincluded a Choice of one Pasta Dish; Fresh baked Focaccia and fresh salad. It's served Family-Style and is enough for 3-4 people which was only $60. The restaurant is small and charming with a window into the kitchen. They make their pasta fresh (be sure to include your pasta texture preference when ordering (Al Dente or Softer, etc.) We were greeted by Angela (the owner) and she made us feel welcome (as if we were dining over a friend's home which I absolutely loved). She started us off with some fresh baked Focaccia which had herb + cheese baked into the top (of course it was delicious). We added an appetizer called Crespelle which was a really yummy spin on a Manicotti made the right way (with a Crespelle). The salad was fresh and tasty. We order the Rigatoni Sugo which has a Tomato based sauce and assorted meats (Meatballs, Sausage, Cubes of meat) and was delicious along with the meats as well. We also added the Picanha Steak Entree with the Brie Fondue and that was so different while being soooo yummy. We enjoyed some wine with our meal and we finished with this really delicious Bavarian Cream Filled Napoleon with a Berry Coulis (desserts do change so check with restaurant to see what they have available the day you want to visit).. We can't wait to come back and try their Grigliata Mista (Meat Feast for 3-4 people).

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    Arugula Salad
    Arugula Salad
    Carbon Angela’s Kitchen
    Carbon Angela’s Kitchen

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    Wolf in the Woods

    Wolf in the Woods

    4.7
    (533 reviews)
    4.5 mi
    $$$

    Fantastic meal, wonderful service (from Tucker) and an adorable atmosphere- what else could you ask…read morefor! We were walk-ins, so seated at the bar but that was more than fine since we got to see all the actions as the dishes were being prepared. They recommend 4-6 dishes for 2 people. We got 5, and that felt right. We had the eggplant toast, corn soup, Brussels sprouts salad, yellowtail (our favorite) and the mushroom polenta. All delicious in their own way. What a gem of a restaurant!

    Wow. Just wow. My…read morebest friend had been raving about Wolf in the Woods for years, so she brought me here for my birthday. As two serious foodies, our expectations were high. This place exceeded every one of them. Nestled in a quiet residential neighborhood, Wolf in the Woods feels like a hidden European café you'd stumble upon while traveling. Sitting outside beneath the umbrellas with a cocktail, watching the neighborhood stroll by. It felt like a little corner cafe in Paris. Then the food arrived. Every plate was beautifully presented, but the real magic was in the creativity of the flavors. The combinations were unexpected, yet every one worked. Every dish had me wondering how on earth someone came up with these pairings in the first place. The Sweet Corn & Piñon Soup deserves a standing ovation. We literally stopped talking after the first spoonful. Rich, savory, slightly sweet, comforting and completely unexpected all at the same time. Both of our eyes rolled back in our heads. The Beef Tataki completely surprised me. The outside had a delicate seared crust, the inside cut like butter, and the citrus pairing made me rethink what flavors belong together. And the mushroom and polenta dish? The mushrooms had an incredible texture--like savory little pieces of mushroom jerky. I would have happily bought a pound of them just to snack on. Every dish felt like it was taking me somewhere I'd never been before, yet somehow felt familiar at the same time. Wolf in the Woods creates an unforgettable experience.

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    View of the entrance and small bar area (4 seats max)
    View of the entrance and small bar area (4 seats max)
    Carne adovada
    Carne adovada
    Kakawa chocolate pot

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    Kakawa chocolate pot
    The Smoking Goat

    The Smoking Goat

    4.1
    (1.9k reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$$

    I was thoroughly impressed with The Smoking Goat, and I can't wait to go back and dine-in. What…read moreimpressed me most was that we ordered this delightful meal for takeout after my surgery. Ordering promptly at 5pm, our dinner arrived promptly and hot. I wanted to make sure we tried it all, so without further ado: The Poached Pear salad was delightfully refreshing, with the pistachio pesto adding so much pizazz. We also ordered the cheese plate because Humboldt Fog was on the menu, a fast favorite. Steak Frites were cooked to perfect medium rare, and the Duroc Pork Chop literally melted in our mouths, with the red pepper really standing out on the dish. Even the market veggies were perfectly seasoned and duck fat truffle fries were loved by Dad. After a life changing event, this meal was like a welcome hug home for our family and it really set us up for a nice evening. For being takeout, it was def 5-stars and I see why this is a beloved gem in the heart of North Park.

    Food is good. Different from other French restaurants I have visited. Service is nice . Ambience is…read morea quiet environment. Dark dinner vibe. Comforting and warm feeling. We got the duck all around $40. With potato gratin with cheddar and leeks, sautéed spinach, a few carrots, Cippolini onion. We also got French onion soup and Brie, it was all pretty good.

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    Interior
    Interior
    Wild Mushroom Linguine
    Wild Mushroom Linguine
    Duroc Pork Chop Tasso ham & red pepper Basquaise

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    Duroc Pork Chop Tasso ham & red pepper Basquaise
    The French Gourmet

    The French Gourmet

    4.1
    (1.1k reviews)
    9.2 mi
    $$

    Literally, no one makes a croissant as good as this place. Their plain croissants are simply…read moredivine. Flaky buttery soft it's like crunch on the outside. When I eat that, I prefer to takeoff the hard layers and then savor the yummy middle separately. It's a whole experience! Well, I originally came for the croissant. I also ordered some Too Good To Go bags to see about testing other things out. To my surprise, there were some savory croissants bread and Napoleon's. I always assume Napoleon's were overrated and then I got to try this and thought wow I get why they make these now.

    We were excited to use this bakery for our wedding after tasting their sample flavors--they were…read moredelicious, and we left feeling confident in our choice. Unfortunately, the actual wedding cake was a major disappointment. We ordered a classic/simple two-tier cake, but when it was picked up, it arrived disassembled with plastic separating the tiers which clearly showed when it was assembled, making it appear cheap. It didn't feel like the polished presentation we expected for a wedding cake. The venue staff had to place the top tier themselves, and because it wasn't properly secured, it nearly fell off during our cake cutting in front of our guests. We were under the impression that wedding cakes were a standard part of their business, but based on our experience, I wouldn't recommend them for weddings or other special occasions when a polished product is expected. I truly wish our experience had matched how great the tasting was. I haven't gone to this bakery for anything else so based on my experience with this cake I'm giving it 3 stars.

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    Tasted okay, but didn't look as expected - fondant was VERY wet-looking (not planned that way), icing was VERY sloppily applied.
    Tasted okay, but didn't look as expected - fondant was VERY wet-looking (not planned that way), icing was VERY sloppily applied.
    The French Gourmet in Pacific Beach
    The French Gourmet in Pacific Beach
    It's always a delicious day at The French Gourmet

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    It's always a delicious day at The French Gourmet

    Bleu Bohème - french - Updated August 2026

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