LOVED Cote Ouest Bistro!!! I can sum it up in ONE SENTENCE: EVERYONE (from customers to staff) was happy to be here! The place was full of people happy to be eating in a bistro that feels welcoming and comfortable...especially with a nice outdoor patio set up with music at the perfect volume to enjoy good food and good conversation... ...and the staff seemed happy as well, as if they were inviting you into their home. It really was as if friends were pouring you wine and serving you food straight from the heart. SPEAKING OF FOOD... just fantastic French fare! Everything you love, from Onion Soup to Duck Confit can be found on the menu. I went for the Serrano Ham, Oeufs Mayonnaise, and the Steak Frites and devoured every bite between sips of Rosé. I try to eat low carb but couldn't resist their (free) bread service... which I complimented, and got the following reaction, "Want more?" It was an offer I couldn't refuse! Ended the meal in the perfect way with Creme Brûlée then walked off into the night with my wallet none too worse for wear. Vive le Cote Ouest Bistro!!! read more

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This is such a cute place in San Francisco. It had the perfect Paris vibe - great food, amazing bread, excellent wines. The waiters don't rush you (just like in France). The lady servicing water kept coming to do refills - without me asking - that's incredible service for a small place with limited staff. The duck confit exceeded my expectations. I loved the bread and butter. The Salmon was rare and very tasty . The cauliflower was well flavored and mixed very well with the other ingredients. We didn't have enough room for dessert - I will come back to try the French onion soup and mussels in white wine. read more

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Less than 1 star - Won't be back, and we just bought a house two blocks away. I made a reservation for two and specifically requested inside seating. When we arrived, the host -- a blonde woman with a serious attitude problem -- tried to seat us at a cramped makeshift table outside in direct sunlight where there was heavy foot traffic. When we reminded her of our indoor reservation, she was annoyed and told us to wait as "you can see it's packed". Others who asked and didn't have reservations were treated kindly and told "ok don't worry". I was with my mom who was visiting and she is sensitive to direct sunlight which is why we requested an indoor reservation. While we stood there waiting, we noticed a white couple who had clearly finished their meal being (checked paid just sitting) allowed to linger indefinitely, while the table right next to them was being rushed out and asked to bag their leftovers "overthere" because the restaurant was busy. That contrast was not lost on us. When we were finally seated inside (also cramped -- tables are packed very tight), my mom nudged our table slightly to create a little breathing room from the couple next to us. Or at least make it equidistant between table. The same host walked over and told her not to move the tables. No warmth, no apology for the wait -- just another reminder that we were an inconvenience. I was confused about the treatment received. Can someone explain? And then the food. The omelette was runny and greasy. The chicken in my sandwich was so overcooked and dry it was actually painful to swallow -- I'm not exaggerating. I was so excited to find a neighborhood spot after moving nearby. This was supposed to be a lovely Saturday brunch on May 23. Instead, the host managed to ruin the entire experience before we even sat down. The food finished the job. We won't be returning. read more

I just got home from a delicious lunch from this restaurant. The chicken sandwich with lettuce and fries were excellent. The service was very friendly and polite. The ambiance of this restaurant was very cute. I highly recommend this restaurant for lunch. 5 stars read more

Cote Ouest Bistro - Bread - French Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Wow who knew that croissant was the secret to the best French toast of all time. It was very very rich but the fresh berries helped to balance it out. I don't think there was syrup and I didn't need any. It was heavenly. We also had a kir which is a wine based cocktail which was fun and as someone who doesn't love mimosas this was a great alternative. We made a reservation and I was glad because it was bumping all morning. Dog friendly outdoors but lots of dogs so not as good if yours is reactive. Service was quick but I didn't feel rushed. I'd come back anytime! My husband had their classic breakfast which he liked but wasn't my jam (I like sweet) read more

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My family's experience at Côte Ouest was the highlight meal of a 4,800-mile road trip that featured many restaurants. Everything we ordered was excellent, but even better was our interaction with our waiter--a French man, I believe he gave his name as Romy. His warmth, good humor, and playful kindness towards our five-year-old absolutely made our night. A 6th star is deserved just for him. read more

I came here for lunch with colleagues on a Wednesday afternoon. We were a group of 10 and they had us seated against the wall with the booth seating and combined tables. The decor was minimal and nice, and definitely felt like a more upscale lunch spot. A majority of the group ordered the chicken sandwich which everyone said was delicious! The duck and steak frites were also a highlight for the group. I got the BLT croissant sandwich, which was tasty but I honestly didn't love their fries. The portions were huge and overall we were happy with our lunch! Service was phenomenal and they navigated serving a large party well. Even on a random Wednesday there were a ton of customers. I definitely want to come back for dinner and to try more of their menu items. read more

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I originally found this place on Beli's top 10 brunch list when looking for recommendations. A picture of their French toast caught my eye, and since that is my favorite brunch dish, I just had to go try it. They allow reservations so I would recommend making one before going. They are on the smaller side, but have seating both indoors and outdoors. We were seated right away despite our reservation being 15 minutes later. It can get a littleee crowded based on how busy they are so definitely be prepared to get a little comfy. Getting into the food, the French toast definitely met my expectations. It's a croissant French toast with custard and berries. It was SO good. We also got a chicken sandwich, which was great. The star of the show in this dish was the garlic aioli served with the sandwich. The fries were also very crispy and seasoned well. Finally, I also tried the quiche. The pastry tasted very good along with the eggs. I would very much recommend trying this place for brunch sometime! read more

Cote Ouest Bistro - French Toast - French Near Me - San Francisco, California

Lovely and bustling French bistro in Cow Hollow. My partner and I squeezed in a reservation for SF Restaurant Week, as we thought the menu looked fantastic -- and we were right! Every single dish was so, so delicious, and the portions were solid. The servers were friendly and attentive, even though they were very busy. I would recommend making a reservation ahead of time, given how popular this spot is. I will definitely be coming back! read more

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Our family of four had a wonderful experience at this cute neighborhood restaurant. It was packed on a Thursday night, and we are glad we made reservations. The service is impressive with real French servers imported from France!! All of the food is well-prepared. We had: 1. The raviolis as a starter 2. The tartare as a starter 3. The traditional green salad 4. Steak frites--one with the goat iron steak and one with the filet, both excellent 5. French onion soup 6. Black cod 7. Duck confit 8. Tart tartin 9. Crème brulee I think the weakest dish was the confit, which was a bit surprising, given that is such a traditional French dish. It was just kind of dry. Everything else was fantastic! It was a very good value, too. We had a bottle of some kind of French Sauv Blanc that was only 50 bucks but excellent. Great spot and will be back. read more

Cote Ouest Bistro - Ricotta ravioli-- great as a starter!! - French Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Came with a group of 4 who had a sudden French onion soup craving. We also ordered the salmon , mussels and fries. Service was quick and efficient. The mussels broth was the perfect accompaniment to the bread. The salmon could have been a little bit more flavorful- could have used more helpings of the bisque sauce it came with. Overall a good experience and we'll be back to try more. read more

Cote Ouest Bistro - French Near Me - San Francisco, California

Cutest little hidden gem! So we came to this place on my Boss's recommendation for a party! The spot was rather small for our group of 17 but the restaurant made it work. They had the cutest menu made up just for our office with my Boss's company name on it! I thought the personalization was a nice touch! There was a prefixed menu with starters for the group, personal starters, entrees and desserts. Our waitress was Sierra and she was super attentive and handled our huge group like a champ! The food was absolutely delicious! I had the steak frites (so sorry I forgot the photo) but from the apps to the entrees down to the crème brûlée I was licking my fingers in the end! I will have to come back with hubby for our next little date night out! read more

Cote Ouest Bistro - Oysters - French Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Came here with my family for Restaurant Week and we loved it! Everything was yummy and the service was amazing. My dad talked French with our waiter who was so friendly and helpful. We had Filet mignon (good flavor and chewy), Lobster bisque (quite a few real bits of lobster! Good creaminess), Chocolate cake (rich and sweet, but not overly so), duck confit (good flavor), and Chanterelles and spinach tart. The complimentary bread and butter was also very good. Will be back! The bathroom is clean and the outdoor parklet is spacious and heated! read more

The menu has a pretty big variety of dishes to choose from, including vegetarian, meat and seafood options. There's also a good collection of different appetizers and desserts. Great wine selection. I highly recommend trying to the tiger prawn salad and beet salad - unique and tasty dishes. The butternut squash soup (yum!) is made of coconut milk. You can't go wrong with any of the mains. The steak frites are good, although the peppercorn sauce is a bit different from what I'm used to. The beef bourguignon has a really hearty flavor. The scallops with risotto is my favorite though - perfectly cooked and well flavored. The service is great and the atmosphere is pretty lively. There are heaters for the outdoor seating so it stays very comfortable. We went on a weeknight so it wasn't super busy, but I'm sure on Fridays, Saturdays and Sunday, it gets crowded so I highly recommend making a reservation. read more

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Côte Ouest Bistro is an absolute gem! My spouse and I came with high expectations and they were exceeded. We were lucky to snag a reservation (this place definitely fills up!), and every part of the experience was fantastic. We started with the Escargots de Bourgogne, served in rich parsley and garlic butter with puff pastry which was perfectly tender and so flavorful. The Xipirons à la Plancha (sautéed calamari with Serrano ham, Anaheim pepper, balsamic, and persillade) was beautifully balanced and bursting with flavor. For mains, we had the Boeuf Bourguignon, which was melt in your mouth tender, served with creamy mashed potatoes, pearl onions, and pancetta, def a comfort food at its finest. We also ordered frites, which were crisp and golden, a perfect side. Every dish was exquisite and thoughtfully prepared. The bistro has a cozy, charming neighborhood vibe that feels both relaxed and special. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, making us feel right at home throughout the evening. We absolutely loved the food and the experience and we'll definitely be back to explore more of the menu. Côte Ouest is a must-visit if you're in the area! read more

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Little delicious jem, really enjoyed our brunch. Small & cozy but fun ambience. Service was great, waiter was fun. Dishes very pretty & yummy. read more

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I came here for the $60 SF Restaurant Week Prix Fixe Menu. My party arrived 30 minutes early but was able to be seated right away. The restaurant was lively, packed full on a Tuesday night. The service was amazing! Our female service was attentive throughout dinner, getting us more bread to finish off our chicken liver mousse, bringing small sharing plates since we were eating family style, and even noticed our table was wobbly and fixed it for us. All the staff were constantly refilling our water glasses. I didn't have an empty cup at any point of the meal. Appetizer: Would get again - BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP Butternut velouté, coconut milk, roasted chestnut. This had almost a well sifted mash potato smooth yet textured mouth feel. - PORT CHICKEN LIVER MOUSSE Chicken liver mousse, port gelée, rustic batard toast. This was delicious on the toasted bread. I used the complimentary bread to finish the remaining mousse. Mains Pass on the BISTRO STYLE STEAK FRITES 8 oz Bavette steak, served with French fries and a peppercorn sauce. The steak was underwhelming. There was silver skin still attached, making cutting difficult. The flavor wasn't anything special. The peppercorn sauce had a strong punch to it, similar to the strength of very strong A1 sauce. The Garlic Aioli was the star of this dish. I'd get the Garlic Aioli again I would get the DAY BOAT SCALLOPS again. Sautéed day boat scallops, mushrooms, spinach and yellow corn risotto, sunchokes chips, lobster bisque beurre blanc sauce. The risotto was perfectly soft but not mushy. The corn was sweet and juicy. The chips somehow stayed crispy and added amazing texture. If I could only get one thing, it'd be this. Both of the desserts were alright. I wish this had more non-chocolate options like a fruity frozen dessert. We ordered the - PROFITEROLE - Cream puff dough, vanilla ice cream, warm chocolate sauce, almonds - The MOELLEUX CHOCOLAT- Warm chocolate cake, salted caramel, whipped cream, crème Anglaise and finished with a sprinkle of crushed nuts and crispy wafers, was a little dry on the inside. read more

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Came here per a recommendation from a family friend for a birthday dinner! I love a good steak tartare but unfortunately they only serve that Thursdays-Sundays, so we couldn't include that in our Tuesday night dinner . The restaurant itself was really cute. There's not too much space inside but they have a nice outdoor area flooded with heating lamps with was great. We brought our dog so the outdoor seating worked out well for us! The menu wasn't huge, similar to most French restaurants we've been to, but they definitely had the classics. They also had this "set" menu where you could choose from either one app and one entree, or one entree and one dessert. We ended up getting two of those with the soup and salad, and adding an extra entree. The highlight was definitely the French onion soup. The mussels were also yummy but I can't say they were the best mussels we've ever had. The pork chop initially came out a bit undercooked but they gladly fixed that for us and the fish was tasty but nothing too special. Overall, I'm really glad we got to try this place and definitely recommend for a cute date night! read more

Cote Ouest Bistro - French Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Best French restaurant in the SF!! After trying many mediocre and expensive French bistros, this is the jackpot!! The food is delicious and so reasonable priced, especially for the Marina. All the entrees priced at mid $30, which is incredible deal for huge pork chop, duck confit or steak & frites. The starters are also great for sharing and the bread is complimentary. Lastly, don't skip dessert! The floating island is my all time favorite with meringue and vanilla custard sauce but all the choices looked great. The vibe is great both inside with tall ceilings and mirrors as well as outdoor seating with heating lamps. Service is warm....yes, the French can be :P Can't wait to return! read more

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It wasn't even in our game plan to have brunch today, but while walking past C.O.B., the food caught our eyes. Hmmmm, looks pretty dang good. We were lucky to find a table and planted our butts down to enjoy a wonderful meal in the outskirts of Cow Hollow/Marina. Ooooooooey and goooooooey YUM. The French onion soup and a salad was my perfect brunch today. My BF chose the eggs Benedict and that was pretty tasty too. Just another bon appetit day in San Francisco with all the fixings. P.S. - the bread was AMAZING! Crunchy outside and a chewing soft inside. That in itself is worth the visit! read more

Cote Ouest Bistro - Soup du jour... French onion soup and mixed greens. - French Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Visited Cote Ouest Bistro for an SF Restaurant Week lunch in the early afternoon on a Friday and it was lively! A few tables open but lots of people chatting, eating, and drinking, which was a great sign. Service was friendly despite the busyness. The Restaurant Week menu offered a choice of either an appetizer and entree, or entree and dessert for $45. We ordered the beet and goat cheese salad, chicken liver mousse with port jelly, steak frites, boeuf bourguignon, seared scallops, and the apple tarte. The chicken liver mousse was an excellent start, but the beet and goat cheese salad was absolutely phenomenal! The goat cheese was coated in kataifi and fried so that it was crunchy on the outside, and warm and cheesy on the inside. The mix of the kumquats, shallots, and pistachios offered acidity and sweetness and perfectly balanced out the bitterness of the arugula in the salad - as an arugula-hater, I absolutely loved this salad and wouldn't have wanted any other green. The boeuf bourguignon was rich, savory, and so comforting. The scallop risotto was also perfectly cooked and the dish as a whole was just another example of a well-balanced plate of flavors and textures with the creamy risotto, crispy sunchoke chips, and super-sweet corn, alongside the tender and sweet scallops. The steak frites was good, although there was a tendon or something similar through the length of it - it didn't quite compare to the scallop risotto or boeuf bourguignon but it was simple and tasty! It was nice to have a dessert for something sweet to conclude the meal, but I think next time I'd just go with a third appetizer since they were so delicious. The Restaurant Week menu is a great deal, but more importantly introduced us to some really wonderful dishes at this local spot. Would definitely love to come back and recommend checking them out, Restaurant Week or otherwise! read more

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Cote Ouest was recommended to us by a French waiter at Kokkari so we figured it HAD to be legit, and our assumptions were correct. It feels like a local neighborhood bistro. There's inside and outdoor seating available. We opted to choose indoors since I run cold but the outdoor seating looked pretty cute! We were given complimentary bread and butter to start. Then decided to ordere the soup de jour (French onion soup $14), croque monsieur ($18), and mussels ($25). I love a good mussel dish, and it's an even bigger plus when they come served with frites. My dish was quite large and plated beautifully with mussels galore. We had so many fries that we couldn't finish it all - fries and a small salad also accompanied the croque monsieur. Service was fabulous and I really wanted to try the desserts/grab a cup of coffee, but we were pretty full (and I have a should-I, should-I-not relationship with sugar since we're getting wedding ready anyway). Regardless, LOVED this place and would come back in a heartbeat. Made me want to book a flight to France. read more

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Great experience. Had the escargot to start which were very nice balanced in flavors. Went to the scallops risotto which was delightful. Then the steak. Also nice made. Service was attentive. Quality was good. We sat outside so luckily it was a nice day for that. We will be back. read more

Cote Ouest Bistro - Escargot - French Near Me - San Francisco, California

This place is perfect for a weeknight date night. They have a special for an appetizer and entree or entree and dessert for under40 dollars. I loved it. We keep meaning to go back. The owner is incredible and so kind! read more

San Francisco's BEST brunch spot. Everything from start to finish was flawless. All the food was mazing the Benedict was phenomenal in taste and presentation. Steak frites was juicy ordered medium well, usually this comes back burnt and dry. The deviled eggs are super tasty too, I can go on and on for a while and I'm drooling again thinking about this meal. Service is quick, authentic and direct. The place gets very busy, and for good reason, I highly recommend reservations ahead of time. It doesn't get super loud though you'll be able to have a good conversation. read more

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Delicious and interesting French food for reasonable prices, good variety on the wine list. Great service and comfortable seating. Complimentary bread & butter. Prix Fix for week nights. Indoor and outdoor seating. read more

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Enjoyed the ambiance - sat outside on one of the most beautiful evenings in the city. Had the steak frites - steak was fantastic but I confess I prefer skinny frites with steak frites and their frites are too thick. Service is efficient if not terribly warm but that's ok. The tarte tatin was divine. Saw a huge celeb there so that was exciting as we left. read more

They have been on my radar for years thanks to seeing them every year on the restaurant week website, as well as by recommendation from a coworker. This year I was finally able to go. I made a reservation online and we were promptly seated soon after they opened. They packed in a lot of seats and tables and so it did feel a tad tight. They also have a substantial outdoor seating area right out front. It was very busy that day, don't know if they are always packed like that but it seems like there were no empty tables. With all that being said, now on to the food. The food was VERY and I mean VERY disappointing. The chicken in my friend's coq au vin was severely over cooked and dry. She also thought it was a little too heavy on the wine. As for the steak frites, my steak was also very tough and over cooked as well. It was so poor of a showing that I wouldn't consider going back to give it a 2nd shot were it not for multiple people I know vouching for it. read more

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Amazing vibe and out of this world food. I can't wait to go back. The service was top notch too.

We chose Côte Ouest for its proximity to the Palace of Fine Arts Theater, where we saw a show after dinner. This ended up a perfect choice since we were able to leave our car in its street parking spot and make the short, pleasant walk to the theater. Unfortunately we were behind schedule for the evening so, after changing our reservation to a later slot, we only had time for entrees (and the amazing, warm fresh-baked bread). I had Steak Frites (the steak was perfect) and my wife had Duck Confit (delicious and moist with crispy skin). We regretted not having time for appetizers (looking at you escargot and onion soup) and the yummy sounding desserts. Next time! The atmosphere was of a welcoming neighborhood hangout that seemed to have many repeat customers. Service was friendly and accommodating. We very much look forward to returning for a longer visit! read more

We had a lovely dinner with our favorite people at Cote Ouest Bistro! We chose this location because the menu looked fantastic and they had outdoor seating We always bring our dog along with us and they are dog friendly on the patio. We made a reservation for 7:00 and when we arrived they were quite busy so I definitely recommend a reservation. There were other dogs on the patio as well and the and the owner did come out and talk to some of the guests about his own dog which I thought was very sweet. When our friends arrived we were able to enjoy some great conversation and perfect weather. They do have heaters on the patio area but they didn't even need to turn them on. We ordered a bottle of 5 Russians Pinot Noir for the table and I had duck confit. It was absolutely delicious, melt in your mouth goodness. It was better than any I had in Paris. My husband had the mussels, while our friends enjoyed steak frites and spinach pie. The service was very good and everything tasted wonderful. It was one of those evenings that you hope never ends. I can't wait to come back to kota Ouest. read more

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A little bit of France in SF! We loved our experience during Restaurant Week. We started with the beef tartare and the buffalo mozzarella salad--both were amazing. The black cod was delicate and delicious, perfectly paired with asparagus. For dessert, we couldn't resist the crème brûlée and profiteroles--absolutely divine! Amazing ambience and next time I would love to sit in the window corner table! read more

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Came here for brunch with family. The food is amazing and service was very friendly. Highly recommend. Their croissant french toast was out of this world. Also really enjoyed their deviled eggs and French onion soup. Definitely coming back. read more

Came here for dinner after watching Les Miserables and I loved it. Amazing service. The server constantly checked in on us and was super attentive. I loved almost all the dishes-- honestly, the steak was okay. I usually like a peppercorn sauce but this one was quite salty. The fries were great though, nice and crispy. The scallops melted in my mouth and I loved the cheese on top. The duck confit was so tender, truly fall off the bone! I suggest setting a reservation because it gets quite busy. We finished our night with a creme brûlée. Such a sweet way to end the night!!! Perfect date spot, I'd love to come here again. read more

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Good food but standout service. Especially if you have kids they are so accommodating and friendly.

I adore this place! It's very small and intimate and feels very authentic French. The owner is usually there greeting everyone and is very nice. The staff is also quite attentive but not overbearing. Tonight, we tried the chicken liver pate (not pictured), the escargot, and the special appetizer which was the steak tartare. The liver was the standout - it was some of the best I've had in SF. It was so smooth and creamy and the jam on top was excellent. They have a decent wine list and the 5 Russians Pinot paired perfectly with everything. I can't wait to come back! read more

Cote Ouest Bistro - Escargot - French Near Me - San Francisco, California

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what a great little spot! the menu looked delicious (and ended up being delicious), so of course we had to go in. the staff was very friendly and attentive - frequent water refills! the place was small inside and had some exterior seating set up. we got to sit inside in the corner booth which was great! the food was very fresh, juicy, and flavorful. everything a delight! happy to have went & would definitely return when i'm in the area again. yum!! read more

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First time here wonderful food, fantastic service! Very quaint neighborhood bistro. Love the atmosphere! Fun for parties of 2 and small groups. Highly recommend and looking forward to returning. read more

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This restaurant single handedly made me sad I do not live in San Francisco. Such a cute restaurant with a cute outdoor seating area. Felt transported to a Parisian restaurant. I started with a Kir Royale, perfectly made. I ordered the quiche du jour, which was a ham and cheese, and my husband got the chicken sandwich. Both were so flavorful and absolutely amazing. Service was attentive, but did not feel like we were being rushed. Please come to the LA area!! read more

Cote Ouest Bistro - Quiche Du Jour - French Near Me - San Francisco, California

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We had tickets at the Palace recently and wanted to try somewhere new. We found this amazing French place with great reviews and we made a reservation for Saturday night. The manager helped pick out a great bottle of red wine which really complemented the food. We started with some yummy onion soup and jamon. We split order of duck confi, which was luscious. We had two desserts which really rounded off a wonderful meal. We will definitely be back! So many yummy options to choose next time. read more

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