Fun spot to have a meal while in the Napa Valley. A Thomas Keller fresh bistro. Indoor and outdoor seating. Nice bar area. If you can't get in for a meal, eat somewhere else nearby and stop in for dessert and after dinner drinks. Friendly staff, delicious food and all around great atmosphere! read more

Sorry to report: This once great restaurant has turned to crap! We've been dining here for years, but after 3 consecutive inedible meals, it's off our list. The fish actually smelled bad, it was so old. There's salt on the table, so there's no need for the kitchen to imagine that there are no other seasonings they can add by the handful. The waiter recommended expensive side of pureed potatoes -- well, you won't taste any potatoes in this baby food. Just pure salt. There's better food at the many nearby delis or groceries. Plus, when we complained about the expensive red wine that should have been decanted, we were told that knowledgeable people actually request the sediment. Good grief! Take that sommelier's certification away! We've given it three recent tries, so it's not just an off day in the kitchen, folks. Don't be fooled by the famous name. Save your money. read more

We sat at the bar, our bartender, Rebecca was fantastic. The food was amazing. Would recommend this place any day of the week.

We went here one date night. The place have an inviting red exterior. The inside was dimmed and cozy. We were seated close to the bar area. The noise level was quite loud but tolerable. We ordered Poulet Rôti and Saumon Pôelé. Both dishes tastes sooo good. The chicken has crispy skin, juicy meat and paired well with the accompanying vegetables and chicken jus. The Salmon is tender and delicious as well. It paired well with the accompanying root vegetables and red wine jus. Would love to come back here some time and try the other dishes on their menu. read more

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We showed up early and dined on the patio. The sun was shining and the temperature was perfect. Our service was very good and the pace of the meal was very nice as we were not rushed to finish our appetizer before the mains arrived. The food was delicious. The trout was melt in your month good and cooked perfectly. The chicken was a delightful meal. And the truffle fries with the perfectly cooked steak were fabulous. read more

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love Yountville location! Escargo and French onion soup all the way! Of course truffles fries & mussels! Tables are tiny but they are very good at clearing plates out. Mimosa - they make it super strong! Love them They have pastas if you ask the server. I got truffle ravioli pasta which I only enjoyed truffles because I was too full. Once we are done we would usually go to next door for coffee and macaroons. Back here pretty often. read more

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the food was perfect bistro fare, (although the frites could be half as many!) Service was attentive without being intrusive , management is en pointe. Almost too loud to have conversations but nice vibe, staff sharply dressed. Andrew offered us a 'splash' while waiting for the rest of our party. Could not be improved upon... read more

I was on a waitlist for the French Laundry, but I was able to get into Bouchon! Wow! Before I get to the food, the service was absolutely top notch. Each time we were served a different course, we got a new plate and silverware. No saving spoons and forks. I have never been to a restaurant that does that. Sparkling water was flowing and my glass never got to the bottom. Our servers were amazing. We didn't go a traditional route for dinner. We had 2 of their specials and the caviar. Their caviar was served with not only crème fraiche but scallions, capers, red onion, finely chopped egg white and yolk and...toast. I wasn't sure about the toast..but it worked!!! Then we had their bone marrow served with garlic bread which was just luscious. The trout with seasonal vegetables and the olive oil cake with raspberries and raspberry coulis. One of the best meals I have ever had. We didn't have the best location of tables. We were not in the main dining room. We had a table for 2 in front of the bar. But we sure had the best servers! read more

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Best experience in Yountville, from beginning to end. Arrived early, sat at bar, enjoyed a tasty Negroni. Ate everything at lunch, tons of amazing food. Didn't take a lot of pictures in Yountville, because social media people are really ruining the dining experience...subtle pic of my food is one thing, but it's like a photo shoot in some of these places. read more

Fantastic lunch on the patio - attentive service, beautiful weather and a home run as far as food goes! I ordered two of the specials - the butternut squash soup, which I have had once before and was the greatest! Crispy sage leaves just made it sing! They had a special truffle version of the croque madame with truffle fries and it was heavenly. We shared a chocolate crepe cake for dessert and cappuccino. A sweet and perfect end to a lovely lunch. read more

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My partner took me here for my birthday, and we had an outstanding experience. Our server looked at my id at the beginning, wished me happy birthday, then she brought back my partner and I a free glass of wine! It felt very special. The staff truly went out of their way to make sure my birthday was unforgettable. Right when you sit down, the staff brings you our pistachios, bread and water. For dinner, we ordered the escargot, duck leg confit, and the steak frites, with mashed potatoes instead. Everything was incredibly delicious. It was really neat being able to try escargot for the first time; I loved the combination of the pastry with the escargot. The duck leg was mouthwatering. For our main course, I enjoyed the steak frites, thoroughly, which came out perfectly cooked, with the mashed potatoes I was able to get instead of the fries. The ambiance was cute and trendy; it reminded me of an old French bistro. I loved the red booth seats, as well. I am so happy my partner and I chose to come here to celebrate my birthday. read more

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This is my favorite favorite favorite French restaurant! The parking here is very easy, with multiple parking lots close by (we were able to park just across the street)! The atmosphere is warm and inviting, perfect for a romantic dinner or a cozy gathering with friends. The service here is very rush and not attentive, given that this restaurant is constantly busy with not an empty seat in sight. We ordered a steak and stuffed gnocchi with truffle and creamy sweet corn. The pasta dish was one of the best I've had in California! It was sweet from the corn and perfectly umami from the truffle. For dessert, we had some large macarons with melted chocolate. It was very fun! read more

Bouchon - Truffle and sweet corn! Yummy - French Near Me - Yountville, California

We had a wonderful lunch experience! Appetizers to main courses were simply delish! Our server was super nice and gave us champagne for our celebration. The bread was divine. We hit the bakery after to bring home goodies. The entire table ordered the mussels except for me. I ordered the fish. Both were great choices. Note I recommend sharing the mussels-- a bit much for once person after having appetizers. We loved the escargot and enjoyed the simplicity of the salmon appetizers. The oysters, definitely a must, came from (if I remember it correctly, Maine and British Columbia). Will definitely be back sooner if not later to try other menu items. The ambiance takes you to Paris! Gorgeous! read more

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My boyfriend booked Bouchon for us tonight as an early valentines and the experience did not meet up to expectations. I felt for the price, our service was disappointing. Our server hardly spoke or made eye contact towards me and it felt pretty gross after a while. I know that French restaurants will refer to men but this tradition feels outdated and rude. We never received plates for bread/appetizers, he forgot to bring us the drink menu, we also asked for sparkling water but our water was flat after our second pour- usually they leave the bottle since it's like $7??? The French onion soup and escargot were very delicious, and the cocktails were pleasant. However the lamb leg was incredibly salty to the point it was almost inedible. The space is also super tight, if you're along the booths you're shoulder to shoulder which isn't very romantic on a date night. We were kinda over it and decided to skip dessert and go home. read more

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Absolutely lights out! Probably the best meal I've ever had. Had six folks in our party and they all had their favorites. Tasted about 1/3 of the menu amongst us. Thank you Thomas Keller! Rebecca (our server) was a gem. read more

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If you love heavy, rich, buttery dishes, this is the place for you! The escargots tasted fantastic and the puff pastry on top was very flaky. The gazpacho was delightful on a very hot day and the chicken liver mousse was as smooth as butter. The rainbow trout and mussels were a tad bit salty and they definitely did not skimp on the butter for these dishes! I was a little disappointed how small and cramped the dining area was and that we had to ask a few times for our bread and butter. read more

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The food was good. The steak and frites are well known for a reason. We upgraded the fries to truffle fries and those were amazing. Also ordered the oysters and the trout filet. The oysters were fresh and served with cocktail sauce and vinegar. The trout was a bit salty but the green beans and fried almonds totally made it a great dish overall. The place has a cozy ambiance and has a restroom nearby. read more

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My husband and I tried this place because it's one of Thomas Keller's restaurant and it once had a michelin star from 2007 - 2022. We went to Napa for Charles Krug's Harvest party and then went here for early dinner. I would honestly say that the catered food from the winery is way better than the food from this restaurant and it also make sense why they lose their one michelin star. Our server at the time paid no attention to us at all, ambiance is very classy but the space is horrible! Tables are very close to each other so the whole experience was very uncomfortable. You're welcome to try it for the experience but be ready to be disappointed. read more

Bouchon - French Near Me - Yountville, California

All the dishes are beautifully prepared. Some tastes more perfect than others. Nevertheless, it's a fun place to eat, and Rich, our server, was wonderful!! read more

Great service and delicious food! Highly recommend to anyone that wants good quality service with exceptional food!

The French Onion soup was spot on. From presentation, to toasted cheese, the soaked bread crumbs, the onions all absorbed of the nicely balanced flavors of the soup. Perfection . The baguette though...it brought me back to the SofiTel in Paris. Airy and crispy. The way I would spread butter and eat bread. All. Day. Long. read more

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My husband and I dined here for lunch on our wedding anniversary. It was our first visit here. The place is cozy with a French ambiance. We were seated next to a very nice young couple and we had a great conversation! The dishes we ordered were all delicious! The staff are friendly and accommodating. We will definitely be back! Also, there's a Bouchon bakery and cafe next door which has a good selection of breads, pastries, etc.. read more

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Next to the Bouchon Bakery in downtown Yountville, a few blocks from the famous French Laundry by chef Thomas Keller is Bouchon bistro by the same chef. Consistently good, with excellent food, service and an upscale, casual ambiance. We were a party of 6, celebrating a special occasion and were seated after a wait since our prior reservations had changed. As soon as we were seated, they brought us the house bread, crusty and soft with the house butter - a delicious way to start off the meal. We started off with the warm goat cheese salad - a perfectly dressed salad with delicious warmed herbed goat cheese. We also got the smoked salmon dip which is served in a jar with a layer of hardened butter and crispy baguette slices, great for sharing. For the entrees, we had the beef bourgnion, a sliced roast leg of lamb with beans, rainbow trout with cauliflower and other vegetables, seasoned with lemon, butter and salt - a delicately flavored dish, pan seared salmon perfectly cooked to medium served on a bed of lentils in a savory sauce. Sides were - truffle fries, spinach with garlic, sauteed mushrooms and deviled eggs. The entrees are portioned for individual servings. For dessert we decided to share the pistachio parfait (a daily special) and the brioche with citrus, cream & rum, macarons and a lemon tart. The pistachio parfait was a super hit here. The lemon tart is one of their signature desserts and was fresh and light, and I'll be dreaming of this for a while. We were initially informed that the daily special was only available until 2:30 pm, but on requesting our server, they were able to get us an order, which we truly appreciated. I've been here several times and the food and service have been consistently good. Appreciate the team here that keeps the place running like clockwork. We hope to be back for more special celebrations here! read more

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We're glad we had the opportunity to experience Bouchon and left satisfied but not WOWed by the experience. Be sure to make your reservations online as early as possible as it does get filled up, especially if you're looking for a dinner reservation. If you're wondering where your menu is, it's wrapped around the napkin. They brought out some french bread (with butter) and pistachios to start. The bread was tasty especially if you enjoy french bread but I was impressed with the pistachios since that's something different. We ordered the escargots and pate to start. The escargots was flavored with parsley-garlic butter and covered with a puff pastry from the Bouchon Bakery next door. It was brought out on cast iron so be careful if you have a cat's tongue like me. I probably burned my tongue a bit but it's all good. Super good! The pate was nice, but they gave so little bread to go with it. I'm used to spreading a thin layer of pate on my bread, but it was a bit of a challenge figuring out how to eat the pate with the limited amount of bread offered. We ended up eating some of it with the non-toasted French bread that was brought out at the beginning of the meal, but it just isn't the same. I suppose I could have asked for more toasted bread, but I'm always wary to do so. For our entrees, I got the poulet roti, the roasted chicken, while my boyfriend tried the truite amandine, the Idaho rainbow trout. I wasn't super impressed with either but liked it just fine. The chicken skin was nice and crispy (although a bit salty), but paired well with the meat and the sauce. The meat was also nice and juicy, not dry as I feared. I found the trout to be a little salty due to all the butter they used, but the flavor was good. It also had toasted almonds and a generous serving of green beans on top which added some nice texture and differing flavors to the palette. Of course we had to get dessert as well, so we tried the citron tart and a salted caramel macaron. The citron tart is served on a pine nut crust which we was not as sweet as traditional tart crusts. However we missed the sweetness that the crust offers since the citrus was so tart. Towards the end, we just ate the citron part without the crust and it was SO GOOD. I don't know how they make it so smooth and custardy. It tasted like you were eating a sorbet. The macaron is pricy but it is bigger than your typical macaron and oh so good! I enjoy a good macaron but find it hard to find a good macaron. This was a good one. I can't explain it but the flavor was just amazing and not too sweet (usually my complaint when it comes to macarons). Luckily they do sell these at the bakery so you can always just stop by there and pick some up. Overall we had a good dinner and would definitely be happy to return in the future. read more

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What can I say that hasn't been said already. The food here was excellent. We had the escargot, onion soup, steak frites, and heirloom tomato salad. Everything was top notch, just a little more flavorful to make it extra special and worthy of the fame of Bouchon. We weren't impressed with the service. I'm not sure if they are experiencing staffing issues, but the waiter seemed tired, annoyed, and disinterested. He did get a little more friendly towards the end of our meal, but our first impression was set by then. We sat outside, and it is pretty cramped, but manageable. We came for lunch and waited about 20 minutes without reservations. Overall, a great start to our trip to Yountville. read more

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I love Yountville. I've been to Bouchon in Las Vegas so I gave this one a try but it was louder and less tasty for some reason. A lady from the table next to us said the exact opposite and said this place is better and quieter than Vegas Bouchon so idk what is correct haha Food was too salty for us but their poached pear dessert was really good read more

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Came by with friends. Enjoyed our time and food here. We can't wait to return and try different items.

I absolutely am smitten with the bakery and have been for years and had super high hopes for this restaurant. The dining room furnishings are plush but crammed shoulder to shoulder. Our waiter was professional and courteous, but the food runner was grumpy and seemed to just drop the plates down. I had the braised short rib; the bordelaise sauce was amazing but the meat itself was dry. That combined with the portion size made me very disappointed in the cost. read more

Been here several times so time to review! Wonderful smaller Yountville bistro overshadowed by its Keller relative, the French laundry. Small unpretentious restaurant with intimate feel. Staff are excellent and make you feel at home. Small things taken to perfection like the baked bread and butter that greet you. Food is excellent; we tried the trout and lamb and the dessert too. Would recommend! read more

Didn't have any reservations but the hostess was kind to inform us that the bar was opened and so we took it. The service was fast and friendly. I thoroughly enjoyed all my small plates and the wine. Will be back to do an actual dinner. Thank you! read more

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Even though they now charge for their homemade butter. It's much better than store bought. Epi still has that crunch made minutes prior at opening. Almond croissant feels stale and tough to the taste. Left over from night prior. Even though I was here when they opened. Guess they no longer come in at 4am to start making their goodies. read more

We visited Bouchon on a recent trip to Napa and found ourselves quite disappointed. We had fairly high expectations of a casual French bistro experience from Chef Thomas Keller, and it fell short on most aspects. Food - 4/5. Several items were quite tasty, starting with the bread service; the warm pistachios were a nice touch. The deviled eggs were tasty, and the hubs loved his steak. The mussels were dried out, with several shattered shells, in a bland broth. Both entrees were served with an overload of fries - tasty but overwhelmed the mains. Honestly, just go next door to the bakery, pick up a couple loaves, and head elsewhere for dinner. Service - 2/5 Service was friendly at first encounter. But there were several misses through the night starting with making a big deal about bringing the hubs gluten free crackers and never doing so - nor apologizing for it. Then there was the issue of their menu setup, in which there was poor cell service in the restaurant, a wine list accessed by QR code, and then being told we were not allowed to use their WiFi during a meal. Finally, this meal was during a 110+ degree heatwave in a region that generally does not rely on heavy A/C. The bathrooms are outdoors as well. We repeatedly asked for ice water, and the request was fully ignored. Ambience - 1/5 The decor is cute, but the vibe is killed by their seating arrangement. Bench seating along the wall with tables packed tightly side by side - to the extent where your companion's chair and the ENTIRE TABLE must be moved out of the way to get even the most petite guests in and out. We wound up basically having dinner with the couple next to us because our tables were only about 3 inches apart. It would have been more awkward to pretend we weren't in food sharing distance. There's a difference between casual and treated as peasants. I hope they'll consider their guests full experience and not simply the honor of dining at a Keller establishment. Please remove 1-2 tables, train staff, and become at least the 4 stars one would expect! read more

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I was most excited to eat at Bouchon after walking by it so many times when I visit the bakery next door. It was pretty easy to get reservations as there are usually lots of last minute cancellations throughout the week. I booked a table for us but it gets quite noisy indoors with the music the chatter and the tables being quite close together. We requested to move outdoors and they happily accommodated us. The salmon tartare unfortunately missed the mark for us but you could see how intricately prepared the garnishes were. The showstoppers were the entrees I had the beef bourguignon and my husband had the roast chicken. We were both blown away by the sheer tenderness of the meat and the complexity of the sauces. The desserts were good too but a little simple compared to our other courses. Service was a little slow but I assume it's because we sat outside. We'll definitely be back to try the rest of the menu! read more

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We had high expectations and Bouchon met them. Of course, the food and service were superb, but it's the little things that stand out: bringing gluten-free bread to the table to meet one diner's dietary requirement, the care with which a waitress placed the white paper atop the tablecloth, making sure the corners were just so, and the freshly painted rest rooms. The Petit Plateau, caviar deviled egg and French onion soup appetizers were sublime. For our main courses, steak Bouchon was cooked to perfection and tender. Asparagus salad, Moules Au Safron and Rack of lamb were incredible. For dessert, profiteroles and creme brûlée were the icing on the cake. Our server, Ina, and the rest of the waitstaff were thoroughly professional. The restaurant seems to operate like a well oiled machine. read more

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I would like to start off by giving the disclaimer that nothing we are tasted bad but overall this was just very underwhelming. We are in town for my birthday and decided to give this place a try for a nice meal. We had high expectations given it is owned by famous chef. The atmosphere is ok but the music is way too loud and you are crammed in like a sardine. I couldn't hear my husband 2 feet away from me. Our waiter was very nice and prompt and the food came out quickly. The food was where the underwhelming part came in. The escargot was good and garlicky. Their French bread was good. But the salmon was very bland. Like they didn't season it at all. It just tasted like unseasoned salmon. My husband ordered the same thing and said his salmon was a little overdone. It was definitely a nice piece of fish but it was reallly boring. It needed salt or acid or something. Or a seasoning of some sort. The only thing that had flavor were the leeks at the bottom. Wouldn't recommend. The desserts were good -we figured as the bakery next door we had already stopped at a few times and everything was good. We got the crème brûlée and profiteroles. Solid. Coffee was also great. But overall ... meh. We don't think we would ever go back. The cost is reasonable for a high end restaurant but honestly I would have paid more for some salt or like a crack of pepper. Sometimes I feel these chef restaurants put too much energy into being pretentious and not enough energy into the flavor of their food. We have seriously had better food in our little Chicago suburb. read more

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This is my first time coming here and I had a great experience. I should warn you the noise level in this restaurant is pretty loud with the music and loud chattering; if you're looking for a more intimate time, dine outside. My friend and I started with some Ossetra Caviar for $120. It came with the full spread of toppings and baked brioche toast. This was fantastic and an unforgettable experience. For our main course, I ordered their leg of lamb which was cooked medium rare to rare; it was juicy and full of flavor. It paired well with their ratatouille. My bro ordered their rainbow trout which was topped with green beans and almonds; he wasn't a big fan because it was a bit too cold for him and a few bones here and there. I tried it and I thought the meat was nice and tender with a milky texture. They do provide complimentary braided baguette with butter which is always key. We paired our meals with some 19' Bordeaux and it was great. For dessert we shared the profiteroles; ice cream filled bon bons and homemade chocolate drizzled on top. This was a great dessert choice. I'm a fan of Bouchon and would love to come back again! read more

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I have passed Bouchon at least two dozen times throughout my trips to Yountville. First of all, I am not a fan of any restaurant or restaurants which are run by a managing group ( in this case - Thomas Keller Group) . That's sounds a lot like Stallone's "Demolition Man" movie about future (Taco Bell story in that movie's plot explains whole ordeal). Finally, few days ago I decided to explore it since I love French food and I had an urge for it. I admired their interior, ambiance and service. I was greeted and taken care of immediately. I sat at the bar, since I didn't want to wait for a table. A bartender was very good, he fixed my seating and provided info on daily specials. I have ordered onion soup ( Soupe a L'Oignon), and lamb ( Gigi's d'Agneau) and some beer. Plus espresso at the end. Also, I was provided with their small baguettes and butter, which were excellent! Their Onion soup wasn't as rich as I expected even though their cheese on top gives you a bold/strong flavor, the soup itself is a "Borderline American Version". In France, it's always comes with bold flavors accompanied with spices like thyme, pepper, and sometimes Brandy. 3/5 Lamb, unfortunately, it wasn't exactly cooked to a perfect balance. Lamb loves heat, it's not a steak. It turns into gummy and chewy texture if you take it off too soon just to get that pink mark. I'd give it another 10 min, and believe me that pink wouldn't disappear, it's a lamb! But it would melt in your mouth! Their ratatouille ( comes with lamb) was too salted! A French chef somewhere in province would have a nervous tick for a day if he'd tasted that. 2/5 Overall, I think it's overhyped. Plus anything that comes out from "managing groups" have tendency to degrade faster, because chefs who own restaurants are putting their hearts into it rather than a salary read more

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First stop of Thomas Keller Day was at good ol' Bouchon. We were taken immediately to our table outside because I had reservations, which I totally recommend. 1/2 dozen oysters -- I got to enjoy a half dozen juicy oysters all to myself and I relished every second of it. Perfectly shucked oysters that slid right off the shell. Beef Tartare -- Garnished with radishes, pickled cucumbers, endives, and horseradish crème fraîche with slices of grilled sourdough bread. I was really hoping it would be served with a raw egg to give it that extra creaminess but it was still good nonetheless. Mussels in Saffron Broth -- Absolutely incredible, would not change a thing. The mussels were fresh so naturally, they were overly plump and extremely easy to fork off the shell. The broth was light, aromatic and so full of flavor, make sure to dip it with bread and the mussels. If it's not hot, make sure to sit out on the patio. They have awnings and the perimeter is lined with shrubbery for privacy. Skip out on dessert and walk a few steps to the bakery next door. The line may seem intimidating but it moves quickly. read more

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We went there on the Friday night and it was packed. We sat in the corner, the booth was very comfortable but there were very little space between tables. We ordered some Friday night specials such as leak salad, white truffle pasta, onion soup. We also ordered caviar and I got mussels with truffle fries. They are all tasted wonderful and the service was on point. I would definitely go again. read more

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Everything here was delicious. I am so glad we went as a group so we can taste a variety of food. Wait staff was courteous and professional. Now the food: Oysters: came with a vinaigrette and was fresh and delicious Niçoise salad: tuna was seared perfectly Giget de Agneau: the lamb did not have a gamey taste. It was cooked perfectly. The ratatouille was the star. Boudin blanc: the sausage was very moist. The potato purée was so good. Poulet Roti: The chicken was not as moist as I would have liked. The sweet corn with the bacon lardons was the star of this dish Steak frites: the meat was so soft and seasoned well. The fries went well with their garlic aioli Table bread: delicious from their bakery next door and they bring you as much bread as you want without hesitation. Great experience! Everything was delicious. The staff was great and the atmosphere was not so stuffy. I would definitely go again. read more

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