The pastries were phenomenal, but the service and wait time for crepes and sandwiches were in excess of 55 min. To wait for a crepe that long is a bit excessive. Additionally there was no warning that it would take just under an hour for a crepe. We would have ordered something different, or moved on. Two crepe makers where they are making eggs and French toast on seems extremely inefficient. I'd suggest a flat top griddle and dedicate crepe makers specifically to crepes. It would likely speed up the process significantly. Just my two cents. We didn't get a refund, but left without getting our food. Didn't realize it was going to be such a long ordeal. Staff didn't have much to say other than "sorry your order is going to be ready in 10-15 at least". That was at the 55-min Mark. read more

SO GOOD! Must try, everything is delicious. Got the Le Dinde Sandwich and it is a new favorite. read more

French Corner - Le Dinde Sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Hey y'all back with another review... the vibes I was getting from this place were pretty good it was very clean inside the girl who helped me in the front was super nice and cute, I loved her shirt, and everything I got tasted amazing. There was this one girl who was lurking around our table waiting for us to finish so she could take our plates it became a little excessive beside that loved it! I recommend this place to all! I got a gluten-free almond cake and it was to die for couldn't even tell it was gluten free... on second thought hopefully it was or my stomach will not be happy with me later.... lol read more

OMG this place has my heart ! So cozy welcoming! not to mention their pastries are Yummy and coffe so smooth not like starbucks who has the worst coffe on planet ! This place has crepes sandwiches etc . We came here for first time 3 months ago annow this is ll our families favorite coffe house in the world!! read more

Totally agree with the rude staff comment, almost like you are annoying to them if you enter the shop an hour before their closing time. I mean it's not 10 mins before close, it's a full hour before. I've tried their baked goods and they are just ok, don't make up for the rude treatment for sure. read more

My only regret is that I didn't find this place earlier during my vacation to Southern California! The food is scrumptious, the service is personalized, and the ambience is quaint and French-inspired. Best cappuccino I have ever leisurely sipped! read more

French Corner - This little bistro has cornered the delicious dining market! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Its such a treat to have this place nearby. I find myself always being pleasantly surprised when I try something new. My fave so far is the Quiche Loraine and salad. Quality of ingredients and Super great service! Love their thumbprint cookies! read more

Restaurant should be renamed The 90 Minute Corner. Waited in line for 30 minutes only to be told (after placing my order and having paid for it) that it could be up to one hour until our food would be ready because, "Everything is made fresh." Needless to say I asked for my money back and moved on. At the very least that could have put a sign up at the entrance and/or made announcements stating there was a delay. To add insult to injury, the restrooms were filthy. read more

Don't bother. I've never liked the check out machines that require to enter a tip. During the pandemic I shouldn't have to touch anything but no way around it. The big complaint here is the store isn't offering hand sanitizer. The bathroom was closed for all so no way to wash my hands. Unacceptable. read more

Cute little shop in a convenient location for people who work in this area. Perfect addition to this food court. Glad it opens at 7:30 but I kinda wish they opened at 7. People who work there are quick and to the point. Nutella banana crepe is wonderful but I will ask for powdered sugar instead of coco powder sifted on top next time...just my own preference. I love their Le Café Praline but I'm sure the rest of their coffees are amazing, too. They have milk substitutes, too, which is super cool for those who need or prefer nondairy creamers. They also have a variety of pastries, tarts, sweet and savory crepes, and quiches available... One time I was in there and they were making a quiche with pesto in it and I was salivating it smelled so good. I must try sometime. You must stop into this place when in the area. read more

This place is a hidden gem on the outskirts of the village. Amazing food and drinks, especially the crepes. Their sandwiches are also pretty phenomenal. I highly suggest taking a lunch or breakfast here read more

The best chocolate croissant I've ever had in my life. It was a sweet blend of savory chocolate, perfectly folded pastry, sweet hint of almond blend and a moist perfect bite. And it was fresh out of the oven to boot. It was all I could do not to order 3 more and spoil the rest of my breakfast. read more

French Corner - Chocolate almond croissant - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

We are here all the time for breakfast. If you love something as close to authentic French as you can get, this is it.

This is one of the best French restaurants I've ever been to. Everything is extremely fresh and well made, from their soups to their made from scratch pastries. All the locals know about this place as you can see how busy the place is. The price point is a little high but don't let that stop you from trying this one out. I go every time I visit San Diego and haven't regretted it once. read more

Horrible experience visiting for the first time. Rude service. Very Parisian that way but this isn't Paris. Not even close. Hard pass.

Walked in and the line took FOREVER like the staff need to speed things up and WHEN I got to the front the lady was super rude to my mom on Mother's Day I almost had to throw a chair at her NEVER DISRESPECT MY MOM read more

I don't always forget my lunch, but when I do, I eat at the French Corner. I've been slowly making my way through the sandwich board, even though there are pastries and breakfast and many other delicious looking things. Coming at noon is a bit of a gamble, as The Island gets very busy. Still, I find the wait here a good deal less than average. Back to the sandwiches. Something I noticed right away are the baguettes. I'm 95% sure these come from Prager Bros bakery nearby, which, has excellent bread, with the baguettes made fresh daily. Being asked for cold or panini press I think the flavor comes alive through heat. Each sandwich comes with a bag of chips. Greasy, lays chips that don't seem to fit the style of the French Corner. Reading other reviews has encouraged me to return and try some coffees and sweets. read more

What a delightful find on our first trip to Carlsbad! The French breakfast was wonderful. The coffee was outstanding and the staff was welcoming! Whenever we travel to Carlsbad this will be a mandatory stop! read more

Love this place. Here on vacation and keep going out of my way to come back. Crepes delicious. Chai tea latte flavorful and creamy- not like the pre fab Starbucks bland. Prices are reasonable. Food high quality ingredients. Great place to meet and chat. Vibe is French chic but not stuffy. Give it a try. read more

Such a lovely place, best cappuccino, and made to order crepes exactly the way you want, attention to detail, nice relaxing Parisienne music, not loud, very good service. read more

We stopped in for coffee and a snack and left happy! The crepes are the best I've had and their coffee is equally as delicious. I will definitely be back to try more acorn items on their menu. read more

TERRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE!!!! We went there today and sat outside. We went inside to ask for a menu, but they didn't have one, just the one on the wall. So we looked at the pics they had on yelp, we sat there for probably 10 min deciding if there was anything that we would like. But since we were pretty hungry and they only offer breakfast/lunch items we decided to go somewhere else. Once we got up the owner of this place chased out of the door and started YELLING at us for not placing an order!!!! So if you do deicide to eat there, make sure you stand on the sidewalk and do not sit down(!) while looking at their yelp, otherwise you are obligated to order there!! Just to be clear there were plenty of empty tables, so it is not like someone was waiting for our table. We went there a few weeks ago and ordered some coffees and pastries to go. The coffee was so so, but the pastries were pretty good. Today after we decided to go somewhere else we were thinking about coming here some other time to get breakfast and coffee, but after today we will definitely never come back!! And we'll be sure to tell our friends about this nasty treatment of their potential customers!! Another thing is there was a HUGE MESS outside, muffin and empty water bottle on the table, a t-shirt drying on one of the umbras (wtf??) and some towels hung on some of the chairs. I was sure it was one of the customers, but then it turned out it was the owner's son who made such a huge mess!! If they are so untidy outside where their customers can see the mess just imagine how their kitchen must look like!!! I'm just very happy and relieved that we didn't order anything there today!! I think this place could have been decent if it wasn't for the customer service! Looks like everyone who gave this place a one star was complaining about the same thing as I am and not the food! (This review is for the other location that doesn't have a yelp yet, but has the same owner) read more

The place is darling, the owner is legit French and so sweet, the espresso is next level but the delicatessens...I'm floored, seriously best ever. I thought it was a fluke, it was too good, but I then went there a second time and it was even better. read more

French Corner - I don't know the name of this but it was the most delicious pastry in my life. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Wonderful service, delicious everything, nice atmosphere and seating... would come here again and again! Would add more veggies to the meat entrees tho... a little tomato and arugula makes it! read more

The French Corner is a great place for morning coffee and pastries and also for lunch breaks. I went to explore the area one morning when I was early for work. I had the most pleasant time ordering a croissant and a small coffee. The person working there was very helpful when I was choosing my pastry. I came back later that week for lunch and had the Parme sandwich and salad. Both were so delicious that I came back again (!) with my two coworkers and we all had lunch and enjoyed our break sitting in the comfy chairs near the fountain. I plan to come back to try the quiche! read more

I would strongly NOT recommend this place to vegetarians, vegans or anybody with a dietary restriction. Not because they don't have many options in the above cases( their menu is their choice); but because they ended up giving us something which was definitely not vegetarian; they had given us TUNA in the name of the "Le Vegetarian sandwich & the La Vegetarian Crepe". They have every right to deny serving vegetarian food but no right to claim it's vegetarian when something is not. Shows that THEY JUST DON'T CARE. FALSE PROMISES. NOT COOL. ------------- Thank you Alexandra for your reply. I'm adding this part as this review was before we returned our order, and because I agree with one of the things you've mentioned. Also I'm the wife, not the person who you met, just thought you wouldn't want to have the wrong person in mind. Yes, they did give us a refund and apologize, and I'm appreciative of that. But I would also like to let it be known that we did not transfer tuna from one dish to another like you've claimed we did. That picture is 100% TRUE, taken right after I had taken a bite​ of both. Looks like we started of on the wrong foot. That's fine, we can carry on with our separate lives, while agreeing to disagree. Wishing you the best. read more

French Corner - I would NOT recommend this place to vegetarians, vegans ;as they gave us TUNA in "Le Vegetarian sandwich and La Vegetarian Crepe". - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

It doesn't get any better than walking into a "little piece of Paris" for lunch! From the moment you walk in you are greeted by smiles and fragrant aromas of true French pastries and savories alike. The food is fresh and made to order and absolutely mouthwatering! I enjoyed reminiscing of my time in Paris while brushing up on my French with the owner Alexandra (spelling?), and enjoyed a Jambon Fromage crêpe, prepared to perfection light and bursting with flavor. I also took a croissant to go, and that didn't disappoint either, buttery flakey and fragrant. I will definitely be visiting for a morning coffee, they open around 7am and have a variety of pastries to accompany your piping hot cup of coffee. Definitely worth a try, I was 100% happy and my French food cravings 110% satisfied. read more

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They use small pieces of ice in their iced coffees and they're delicious. Great sweet crepes and the breakfast sandwich always comes out hot! It has a yummy vinegar on it and the bread is great read more

My friends and I stopped by for a break today and we all enjoyed the food, pastries and coffee's. Their croissants are out of this world. Their customer service is the cherry on top. Everyone there was so nice and customer service oriented. Next time I want to try their crepes. Heard the Nutella and strawberries is so good. Can't wait and would totally recommend this place to anyone. read more

I was excited when this place opened up! Not just because it was a new place to try out but also because of their positive reviews on their Encinitas location. They definitely did not disappoint! I've had a number of things from breakfast, to crepes and salads and everything has been delicious. I'm always greeted with a "Bonjour!" and cashiers are always so helpful and friendly. Today, I had their albacore tuna salad. You definitely get your money's worth. I could have easily saved half the salad for dinner but it was just too good. Can't wait to try out more of their menu! read more

French Corner - Albacore tuna salad - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

My favorite breakfast place in all of Carlsbad! They make a marvelous Mocha that never disappoints, and their breakfast croissant is unbelievable! read more

Asked for a double espresso. Told her twice. Got a single. She checked the order and found that a single was entered. She offered to overcharge me for another single but I was disgusted with bad service and left. read more

Great vanilla latte and blueberry muffin earlier today. Super fast and delicious!! Nice little "neighborhood" place!

We had driven by this place a few times and it always seemed busy, so we decided to try it for ourselves. It's very cute and clean. I love that you get to watch them making the crepes and omelets right there in front of you. The eggs and fruit were fresh. Their fresh-squeezed orange juice was amazing! Worth the price! We ordered the Croissant Breakfast Sandwich. Amazing! Hot, fresh, delicious! We also tried a slice of the Quiche Lorraine. The crust was super-yummy. It did not have much cheese or ham and the egg had a slightly crumbly texture. Not my favorite, but overall the place was really nice. Staff was efficient and got our meal out fairly quickly for how busy it was. We will definitely be back to get another breakfast sandwich and to try the french toast. The pastries also looked incredible! We will have to get one of those too, next time. read more

Never ever disappointed when I eat here. Everything I order is good! Pastries and crepes r so so good and coffee is very fresh. I would love to see more vegan options for sandwiches and crepes tho. My bf and I come on a weekly basis. We can't get enough read more

New location at 2744 Carlsbad Blvd at corner of Beech. Same owner and great pastries, food. So happy they are in the village now

Hard to know what to say. The crepes, sandwiches, and baked goods are delicious. But the service is consistently the worst we have ever experienced, every single time. They will not start a phoned in take-out order until you arrive to pick it up, which is problematic. When dining in, either they are understaffed (I get the sense there is an ownership/management issue here), or the baristas will make coffee drinks (mediocre) for their friends before your order even if your order was in first. Sigh. This place could be so good. The almond croissant is dreamy and the guy who makes the crepes is the best. But if you want to eat here, get ready to wait. read more

So glad we decided to try this place. This location has turned over quite a bit but French Corner is a keeper! I got the Chicken salad sandwich and my husband got the salami. Both were excellent. And the Dijon vinaigrette dressing is delicious. Will definitely go back as there is so much on the menu I want to try! I highly recommend this place! read more

$4.00+ iced tea was great. It came in a smallish glass and I was pretty thirsty. I asked how much it was for a refill. $4.00 again. Really?! read more

Great casual lunch spot! This little gem of a French restaurant is on the perimeter of a plaza with a fountain and lots of seating (like an outdoor food court). My friend had the quiche Lorraine (ham and gruyere cheese) and I had the croque monsieur sandwich (open-faced with ham, gruyere cheese & dijon spread). Both were delicious! For dessert we had mini chocolate souffle's and a coconut macaroon. Exceptional!!! I can't wait to go back to try the crepes and croissants. read more