We had a wonderful meal with great service. Chez Loma is a Coronado gem! Highly recommend

Such a pretty historic spot. They now have happy hour during the week 1-5 pm. We stopped in and had a beer for $5, glass of wine for $10, and 6 lovely delicate oysters, 6 for $12. Worth a visit. read more

Chez Loma - Oysters, 6 for $12 during happy hour - French Near Me - Coronado, California

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Food and appetizer were good. We stared with escargot which was Devin, Caesar salad was yummy simple presentation. Lobster mac & cheese was yummy. For main course we ordered ribeye steak, with mash potatoes. I will say my stake had absolutely no flavor no seasoning we didn't want to say anything because the service was amazing. Hubby ordered lobster ravioli so we traded dishes he wanted the stake he added a little salt n pepper. We ended our dinner with some coffees and crème brûlée. The coffee OMG!!! So yummy! I have to say our waiter Kevin C. was Amazing!!! Keven gave us the up most excellent service, thank you Kevin. I will say the ambiance is so adorable with a touch of romance with a saxophone playing on the front porch. The manager did come to our table asked us how was our dinner, we did mention about my stake has no seasoning no flavor, not making a big deal about it because we did mention how incredible the service was and our dinner was all in all yummy. Shout out to the manager for making it right which was not needed, THANK YOU!! Definitely coming back definitely recommending Chez Loma to our family and friends. P.S. when we were first seated, the hostess seated us at a table for two near the restrooms next to the kitchen. I will say we immediately requested to be moved. To be honest, for what we pay for dinner, I don't think it's a good location to seat people for dinner. We noticed the two couples after us that were seated in that particular table also requested to be moved. Just a suggestion not a good location nor a good table to enjoy any meal. read more

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Was really looking forward to a French restaurant for dinner, this hardly makes the grade. To be fair, the escargot was probably the BEST I've ever had, but from there the restaurant goes downhill. The menu was reduced due to (seasonability???) with no mention online that the menus was subject to change. I tried the 'special' which was a lamb bolognese and was adequate at best. Hubby started with Steak Tartare, which I'm a huge fan of, but this was "meh" it also was chopped into bite size pieces, rather than ground (strange - even chatted latter with the woman next to us, who also ordered it and was unimpressed). Unfortunately, I took a few days to write this review, and neither of us can recall his dinner order. I definitely would say it could have been a bad night, but I don't think we'll be back. read more

The food was very exquisite, loved the flavors , very unique style of French cuisine. Service was outstanding, attention to every of our request and needs , Rachid E was very attentive to us the entire time , very knowledgeable and friendly , very respectful as well , true professional. The restaurant was very clean , spotless. Background music was low , good enough to enjoy it without losing the quality of a quite conversation. read more

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Incredible from cocktails to desert with no disappointments at each step of the evening. We were greeted warmly upon arrival and our waiter, Sam, was absolutely incredible from entree recommendations to wine. Cocktails were expertly crafted and the Elderberry old fashion was incredible. A must. Escargot appetizer and French onion soup had an authentic European vibe. Wonderful. The lobster ravioli and fresh catch, a lightly blackened Hallibut Oscar were delicious. The cinnamon bread pudding ala mode did not disappoint. Even the coffee was memorable. The restaurant is small, buzzing with happy customers. A Coronado treat. read more

Located in a home just off of Orange Avenue in Coronado, this little gem served up some delicious French food in the small intimate dining room on the third floor. We dined on tender Beef Bourguignon with veggies and potatoes. Our appetizer, Grilled Peach & Burrata, was a divine mixture of sweet and salty with the addition of Prosciutto to the dish. They have a good wine selection. I opted for a glass of Silk & Spice, Red Blend from Portugal which was poured straight from the bottle. The red wine was tasty, almost like a light version of Porto. The service is excellent. Highly recommended for a romantic dinner. read more

My husband and I celebrated Valentine's Day here last night. We did their prix fix menu($125pp), and were both sorely disappointed. My husband ordered the filet mignon/lobster tail option, and what he got was literal lobster scraps. I don't know how else to put it. I had the beef Wellington, and it looked pretty but the meat was super over cooked and flavorless, and the puff pastry was mushy. Pretty disappointed considering how expensive the meal was. The best part was the dessert. I had the carrot cake which was good. read more

Chez Loma - Example of lobster scraps - French Near Me - Coronado, California

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Excellent french cuisine and even better service. The staff were just wonderful. Try the squid appetizer. The wild shrimp and au gratin potato was excelling and the desserts were divine (molten chocolate cake and crème brûlée). After dinner, we were unexpectedly offered a ride back to the Del hotel in a golf cart for six passengers. What a great evening, made even better by the joyful manager and staff. read more

Had the perfect lunch yesterday. Our server, Kevin, was a one-man show who set the tone for our experience. Host, bartender & server, excellent & welcoming at every level. The Caesar Salad & Lobster Mac & Cheese small plate was a perfect lunch--the Mac & Cheese creamy & delicious & surprised by the generous piece of lobster meat that topped it! Top drawer presentation, too. The seared Salmon in Beurre Blanc was cooked perfectly and so flavorful. Try the Chocolate Lava Cake topped with Vanilla Ice Cream alongside a glass of port or a Baileys and Coffee--we were both thrilled with our choice! The value was there . Perfect opener for an afternoon matinee at Lamb's Theater. Will do on repeat! read more

What a wonderful experience! The chef is very talented. The service was impeccable. Enjoyed the beef Bourgogne and it was delicious. My husband had the sea bass. Both prepared to perfection. Will definitely return to this adorable antique house. read more

Came here on a whim. May be my new favorite restaurant. Everything we had was so flavorful, presented beautiful, and service was great. Ambiance inside and outside is also great. As a foodie myself, I highly recommend this restaurant. read more

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Just excellent all around! We sat at the bar and enjoyed not only wonderful service, but the food and drinks were fantastic! Rachid is so great, so friendly, and we enjoyed every minute. Can't wait to come back soon! read more

Such a disappointment. This was a go-to restaurant for me 20 years ago- since then I moved to France for several years. Now back in San Diego, I wanted to bring my French husband here for some good French food. Went there on Friday Jan 26th, the menu given to us bore no resemblance to the menu posted outside. Prices were nearly double. Apparently there is a new chef and a new menu. The starter "Brie and leek Quiche" wasn't. It was feta topped by a few strings of green onion. Their minuscule "confit parmentier" ($45) listed "pommes dauphinoise" instead of mashed. Yet was topped with mashed. In addition, it was obviously just reheated- the first one was cold so I sent it back, the second was hot- but was mostly skin and fat (and not crispy skin!). Hardly any duck meat at all. The arugula served as accompaniment was dressed in a spicy vinaigrette that was too hot to eat. So I didn't. The chicken cordon bleu ($33) looked and tasted like a Costco product.... I can't tell you about dessert- We couldn't wait to get out of there so we didn't order any. On a nicer note: Colin our server was great. He insisted on subtracting the confit despite my protestations. Can't recommend. read more

Chez Loma - Confit Parmentier. "Pommes Dauphinoise??" Lots of fatty skin (not crispy) hardly any meat. - French Near Me - Coronado, California

Food was average, scallops served room temperature like had been sitting out. No bread with salad, had to ask and came with main coarse. No ground pepper for salad. Overall , "meh" read more

I can't top the extraordinary gourmet dinner Tara Meltzer and I shared on our Humpday date night in Coronado. I highly recommend Chez Loma in Coronado. Our 4 courses included British Beef Wellington and Salmon Moroccan style and the best Brussel Sprout appetizer ever. Device was impeccable and the Victorian building of a restaurant was intimate and quaint. Thank you God for another amazing meal, fabulous perfect day and Your glamorous sweetheart I get to share this with. read more

They have a new chef, he comes from Michael Mina and Mission 19 and his Food is amazing, We order a lot; rib eye with mashed potatoes is probably the best I ever had, the octopus served with humus was unbelievable, and oh my god! Grilled oysters with bone marrow! read more

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We took some friends here a few weeks ago and the food was fine but for $30 a (tiny) drink and $50 a (tiny) plate I expected a lot for than "fine." The atmosphere is very quaint, a tiny little house adjacent to a neighborhood in Coronado that looks to be straight out of a fairy-tail. The staff was very kind too although a bit slow as we often waited 20 - 30 minutes in between drinks. I understand this food is meant to be enjoyed at a slower pace and conversation is encouraged but 30 minutes to make 2 cocktails with about 5 tables occupied in the restaurant seems a bit much. Overall, there's many cheaper places in San Diego with much better quality of food but if you have tons of disposable income, don't mind average food, and want to check out some neat vintage architecture with a pretty unique ambiance then be sure to check this place out. read more

It's a classic old house transformed into a quaint restaurant. Art the server and his team provided seamless attention and good guidance on the drinks and food. The food was good but not excellent and the stand out was the hearty short rib. Pricing was reasonable. read more

Ordered the bistro burger with a side of kewpie horseradish sauce. it was delicious! the fries were very crispy and went amazingly with the horseradish. i poured the horseradish on my burger and it tasted amazing. i'm usually not a fan of onions on my burger but this meshed perfectly and didn't dominate the burger's flavor like onions usually do. we also had a caesar salad and potato croquettes. the caesar was pretty good, pretty standard for a salad, while the croquettes shocked me. i usually dislike potato-heavy dishes but this was great, especially with the sauce they provided. the pickled radishes were a very nice touch and elevated the flavor. i ate more than the rest of my family. read more

Chez Loma - burger - French Near Me - Coronado, California

This place seems to be trading on a no longer deserved reputation. Atmosphere: When we entered I could not help but notice an odd smell like old grease. The entry has very dirty carpet. On the way through the dining room I noticed the rest of the flooring was original hardwood, which might be beautiful if it were not covered with decades of filth and nondescript grey commercial floor mats. The upholstery was disintegrating. The seating is "cozy"/cramped. On the plus side, the wall next to our table was reasonably clean and the picture frames at eye level were free of dust. Food/drinks: I ordered escargot with bone marrow to start. It tasted good, had some perfectly cooked tiny tomatoes, and was topped with some excellent micro greens, but was a bit rubbery and surrounded by an overwhelming creamy sauce. The main course was overcooked salmon over undercooked risotto - very marginal. Same for dessert. We had a creme brûlée that had clearly been prepared much earlier in the day. My husband enjoyed his french onion soup and wagyu burger. I did have a nice glass of wine that was well priced at $13 and my husband enjoyed his cocktail, also well priced at $11. Service: Our waiter was pleasant and professional. However, when he asked how our entrees were and I responded "ok" he reacted as if I said it was great. Bread was not offered when we were seated. We asked for some and it came with the first course. We waited so long between the first and the main course that I was no longer hungry when the food arrived. Our silverware was changed, but crumbs were not removed from the table cloth between courses. I would have expected a little more attention to the details. For two first courses, two main courses, dessert, a cocktail and a glass of wine we paid $148 before tip. Overall, we did not find the experience worthwhile. read more

The owner is very hot and nice and the food is yummy. Def go here it is amazing and you wont regret it

Was seated upstairs which was spacious and very nice. Ordered the crab cake appetizer which was delicious. Spinach-arugula salad and beets salad were both great- fresh, perfectly dressed, generous portioned. Filet was cooked to perfection, tender and flavorful. I enjoyed the steak-fries. Surprised at so many bad reviews. Food and atmosphere were terrific. I would definitely come back. read more

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We were here on Sunday, June 16th for dinner just to try the place out. We were surprised by the quality of the food, drink and the service. We ordered the lamb chops, grilled octopus, grilled salmon and beet salad. Everything was cooked to perfection. This is the best french food I've had in Coronado. read more

Chez loma such a cute house on the corner thought let's get a drink before heading home , romantic cozy service was excellent everyone we encounter was great ,down to the customers struck up many conversation with that said decided to grab a little something. Oh the french soup was outstanding just enough of everything onions bread and cheese , wanted another cup . The crab cakes were pure crab no fluff delicious, Cant wait to come back and have a real meal definitely a trip back . read more

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I was visiting friends in San Diego, and we stayed at the Del Coronado. We were walking around looking at menus when a nice man standing in front of this old avant garde looking house invited us to check out their dinner menu. We were hungry and decided to stay because of the welcoming invitation we received. Their menu is small, but everything we had was done very well, and our waiter (the young man who invited us to check out the menu) suggested some very great options. The grilled octopus was about the best I've ever had, served with hummus which was a unique but delicious pairing. We had USDA Prime ribeye suggested by Dallas, and it was to die for. He even brought us some great dipping side sauces served with the other steaks complimentary. My friend had lobster ravioli, and it was filling and amazing. This place is a hidden gem off the main drag of orange ave. What truly made it special was the service we received from Dallas! Thank you Chez Loma and we will be telling our friends about this place! read more

The setting was very quaint and cozy. The menu had many delicious choices. Our server, Dallas, was engaging and personable. He was also very attentive! He added to a pleasant first time experience at Chez Loma. We plan to return to have the escargot which has been reviewed as excellent! Our overall experience was great food and great service! read more

My family went to celebrate my sister in laws birthday. Fantastic service. We had a fun mocktail and delicious meal. I had the filet mignon and literally have day dreams about it. Great ambience and service. read more

Excellent service, nice ambiance in old house like building in town. Food is excellent with creative combinations. The waiter was great and his suggestions were spot on. I'd put the Crabcake as a top 3 I've ever had. It's fine dining that feels comfortable and not pretentious and tasted delicious. Fresh and fabulous. Thank you Chez Loma! read more

The food was really good! The service was great and the environment was really cute and nice! The potatoes were really good! Everyone else's food looked really good and they also have huge portions! read more

Chez Loma - Omelet - French Near Me - Coronado, California

Great simple French menu and excellent service. Love the area and how fresh everything tastes

This place has very French ambience. Nestled in a cute & charming home like building. The food is delicious & authentic French. Excellent customer service. Rashid attended our table. He is courteous. He speaks French as well. He is a true Maître De Garçons. read more

Good place, but call ahead to make sure it's open and then you can get a table out front. Very frequently we make the long drive to Coronado and find that they are not open for brunch. read more

Wonderful restaurant. We ate lunch outside and it was so pleasant. Not a busy street. The service was excellent and the food was so good. I had chiliquiles and a mimosa. Soooo good! read more

Lovely 19th century Victorian style and historic landmark. This review is solemnly based on the service and quality of their cappuccinos. Service was very slow and mediocre, even though there was only 3 tables with guest. When our cappuccinos came out they were scalding hot and by the time they were good to drink, the froth was flat. They did not provide a spoon, which is a standard right? Anyways the waitress, Stephanie, took a long time to come by and by the time she made an appearance, my cappuccino was flat, so I asked her to have it remade bc it was too hot to drink, scalding and I was not exaggerating. My husband was being a trooper and just didn't bother having his bc it was not up to standard. Stephanie brought me another cappuccino, and to my disappointment it was the exact same temperature. Either they don't care or they don't have a thermometer. Perhaps their food is better and we might give them another shot in he future but only for food. read more

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Food super expensive and not worth it. I ordered 2 cups of coffee ( about 200ml of regular coffee), 20 mins after server asked us if we wanted refill and off course we said yes not knowing it wasn't a free refill , so total of 4 cups of coffee & I got charged $48. read more

Chez Loma - Avocado Toast. 2 Slices of bread with Avocado spread for $21 - French Near Me - Coronado, California

I have lived in San Diego for 4 years and there have only been two restaurants that distinctly stood out during that time. Chez Loma is certainly one of the two. My fillet was perfect and the glaze/sauce used was excellent. The side of lobster mac was also very good. High quality food, beautiful location and excellent service. I rarely give 5 stars but they deserved it. read more

We have celebrated our anniversary here several times and it never disappoints. Food is always fabulous. Service is excellent and we love the ambiance. read more

The very best French onion soup I have ever had. (And I've had many.) The tartare was fantastic (unique orange flavor). The bourguignon was incredible. Escargot was the real thing. Great wine list, great cocktails, great service. The vibe and feel is exactly what you want. What are you waiting for? read more

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food was excellent but not hot even after sending it back to be warmed. Service was AWFUL except for the filling of our water glasses. it took forever to get each course and restaurant was not crowded - more staff than guests. May give it another try, not on Thanksgiving, just to see if service will be better. read more