I've come here a few times and just kept forgetting to leave a review...so here goes nothin! I'll start by saying that the first reason o came back, was honestly the salad dressing. They use a home made Dijon vinaigrette that is UH-MAZING! It's fresh and perfectly balanced. The salads are made with real fresh deep greens The coffee is nicely brewed with a nice bold flavor. Sandwiches are made with baguettes warmed to a slight crisp and are delightful. All desserts, and I've tried them all, are spectacular! Can't go wrong here read more

French Corner - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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Disappointing. My husband and I are both French and we were recommended to checkout the French Corner because it's authentic... they may have been "authentic" at some point but definitely not today. The savory crepes are made with regular crepe dough (what you would use for sweet crepes) while if it was truly authentic they would use buckwheat flour. So we were pretty disappointed when we saw the guy pour the dough onto the crepe maker and figured we should have asked first (and would have ordered something else). Our second disappointment was that their crepe dough is too soft (once cooked) and doesn't taste particularly good, it's just meh. So none of our 2 savory crepes our 2 sweet crepes tasted great and authentic. They were just some other "American crepes"... read more

The pastries and coffee are authenticly French and made daily on premises! Best crepes ever and the bullet coffee is amazing too!

Wonderful coffee and quiche. I would have visited every morning, but alas, they do not open until 0700.

THE BEST CAFE EVER. Out of all the cafés i've been to this one was the best by a mile. I love that they have amazing food, service and drinks! If you are looking for a good café i would give this place a try. read more

Consistently fresh, tasty, and authentic!! Absolutely love their crepes and the latte I had was AMAZING!! Highly recommend!!

I am giving a three stars review. I have eaten here more than ten times since they have opened. My go to is mostly the avocado toast with crapes/pastries/coffees here and there. I mostly order to-go living close. The food has been hit/miss. Which is acceptable. The minus two stars are for service and customer service. This establishment basically cooks all their food on two crepe grills. They always look overwhelmed and confused. Even though I pre-order online the order is never ready completely. They are always running around because they forgot something. Checking their order/questioning me as if I'm trying to pull a fast one. At this point whoever is helping me (including the owner?) is frazzled/upset , which translates into poor customer service without a smile and thank you. At this point in our economy spending $60 + on a meal and half is a treat for us. At least LOOK like you are happy I choose you. read more

First and last time at this place. Wayyyyyy overpriced!! Rude staff too. Meringue was a third the size of my palm and was $5.20! Oh hell no! I'm a baker and could make dozens of these for $5.the almond croissant was $7.28 and totally not worth it. Starbucks has the same one for $4.25 and it tastes the same. Do yourself a favor and go to the Danish bakery on Roosevelt, their pastries are a hell of a lot better and the people are a hell of a lot nicer read more

Perfect spot for a bite and coffee. And occasional people watching. Great service too. Recommend. read more

French Corner - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Came here for the canele and left disappointed. Was anticipating the slight crunch of the exterior contrasting with a softer, bouncy interior. What I got instead was one soggy canele, quite clearly undercooked with no bite whatsoever. Another reviewer mentioned their crepe was also missing that desired chewiness, which thankfully prevented me from ordering that. After this canele, I believe it. Also ordered a latte which was as just okay. Found some leftover coffee grounds after finishing it. read more

French Corner - Undercooked canele, still soft and mushy interior - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

first time eating here.. ordered a slice of chocolate cake, it was one of two pieces already plated in refrefrigerated case. The cake was not fresh, very dried out . Ordered a breakfast croissant sandwich and eggs were way over cooked. The croissant had been grilled with too much butter and it just fell apart. There was hardly any ham on this sandwich (only a few cut up pieces scrambled into eggs) My turkey panini was so-so... Such a bummer .. Also, I was going to order a pastry but changed my mind after I saw several flies hanging out on top of the pastries.. read more

We certainly enjoyed our breakfast and coffee at this small location very close to the beach. read more

French Corner - Quiche - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

What is there not to love about this hidden gem? The pastries are all made by the establishment, the expresso beverages are world class, and not only do they have scrumptious eggs, crepes, and sandwiches, but they also have gluten free crepes and baked good options as well. Relaxing music, many outdoor tables, sunny location and helpful staff. Every time I'm driving through Carlsbad so make it a point to stop and have a restful delectable meal. read more

French Corner - Breakfast omelette and fresh squeezed OJ - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

I drove almost 11 miles to try this restaurant/bakery. It was NOT busy - and I ordered the Nicoise salad ... and sat down, with my number. The place is nice - with red and white decor - and there were 2 tables with a total of 4 people, and me at a separate table. And I waited. A few people came in and left with orders and drinks, and one couple ordered and sat outside. And I waited. Then the outside couple got their sandwiches - the inside table got their order, the second table got their dessert. And I waited. I thought 30 minutes was long enough ... to be sitting without anyone to wonder about me sitting there with a number but no food. So, I stopped the next person who worked there and asked why my salad was taking so long!! The 'chef' came over - he forgot. Then I got the Nicoise - and there was no egg. The chef then brought me a sliced egg. He offered me water - from a huge glass bottle - and even poured the first glass full for me! Wow! I did eat the entire salad - and the slice of buttered bread - and drank the water - and was sorry that I didn't 'bother' them for more dressing. I am sorry that I added a tip after ordering. I should have tipped $1 AFTER receiving the order. The gal who took my order NEVER apologized. I will NOT go back - there are French restaurants closer to where I live and they have always been attentive AND delicious. read more

POSERS! not real authentic french food the crêpes were bland and not anything like described! the breakfast crêpe's had raw onion and carrots uncooked like a salad. very disappointed. read more

Five stars.? Really. So the service is horrible. They take for every to make your coffee. The owner never smiles and the turn around of cashiers is mind blowing. Yes the food might be ok but as for the rest this place doesn't deserves 5 stars. Always understaff. read more

French Corner - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Perfect place for a cute little date during the day. My partner and I had a sandwich and a Nutella crêpe, they were both delicious. The bread specially, the baguette was crunchy and the side salad had a great dressing. The sizes are filling and they have a wide variety of beverages. Great place!!! read more

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

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This place was amazing! As someone who needs to eat gluten-free I'm always on the lookout for new places. And I love crepes! If you ask them they will use the batter for the savory crepes for any of them. You just have to let them know (savory batter is different from what they use for the sweet crepes). My friend and I split la Jambon Fromage Crêpe, and la Fruit Rouge Crêpe - both were excellent. I ordered the Noir and she ordered the Praline coffee, of the two I enjoyed Le Noir more. I appreciated the richer chocolate hazelnut flavors. All around, yum! read more

Cute place but service is slow. Be ready to order what you want because you'll be waiting for your food and cafe for a while. I spent a good 15 min to order a cafe latte. read more

Interesting how other reviewers mentioned the owner. I saw her ask a table to leave and not return simply because they weren't spending as much money as the owner wanted. Food is expensive. I ordered quiche and it was a microwaved piece from the display case. Cute place I guess but not worth a return visit. read more

Rude employee and stale looking items in the glass counter. This is not an authentic French cafe. They cook potatoes on a crepe grill.

I had no idea this location had such an extensive menu. This morning I had the breakfast crêpe that came with eggs, ham, and Gruyere cheese folded in a crêpe, along with a double cappuccino. Sidewalk seating is awesome, but could use a few more tables outside. read more

French Corner - Breakfast crêpe with double cappuccino. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Real French food nothing compared to them Food is excellent very good ambiance Fair prices and good service highly recommend for people that loves French cuisine read more

While the food was tasty the service was horrendous: While ordering at the counter it was clear that the gal taking orders wasn't happy not sure why though -and then when we starting placing our order we asked if ham could be substituted or removed from a breakfast item. We were told no. We ended up selecting another item. We then ordered a specialty coffee from their menu that sounded delicious and we were told they no longer make despite being still on the menu. Also tried to order another item that was listed on the menu and again told they also no longer made. We made due and ordered other items but clearly the gal taking our order was irritated. We then sat down questioning ourselves why we didn't go to another nearby restaurant. We figured she clearly was having a bad day. We then waited for our breakfast order. Two of our three orders arrived at the same time. We waited thinking our third order would arrive in a minute or two. After nearly 15 min we approached the counter asking about our 3rd meal. At which we were then told that we didn't pay for a croissant which was strange because we never ordered a croissant. My husband then pulled up our receipt that showed our third order that we had paid for yet still had not received. The gal then quickly realized that our third order hadn't been prepared. We then waited for the third dish to be cooked. While waiting I went to the self serve water station - there was only 1 glass at the station and a couple of plastic cups. I calmly told the same employee that they were almost out of their glasses and she proceeded to glare at me and let me know to use the plastic cups. I told I had planned to do so but just wanted to let her know they were running out of cups. Again the food was delicious but the service way off. read more

Excellent little cafe / breakfast lunch spot. French music in the background. Lovely crepes and desserts! Recommended. read more

This place sucks. Plain and simple. We came twice in the past week just to make sure it wasn't a fluke day. For starters, the service is AWFUL. Not very friendly and extremely slow. The first day we went around noon and was told that the kitchen was closed for a half hour so the cook could take a break. Welp, there went our plans. Still stayed for coffee and it was fine. I do find it ridiculous to close a kitchen right at lunch time. The next time we went we ordered a crepe, banana bread and coffee cake. The breads were okay, the crepe wasn't very good. The coffees took such a long time to get there. We received all of our food and ate it and still waited another 10 minutes for coffee. Let's not even talk about the to go order we placed where they gave us the wrong food and we waited a nice amount of time for it when this place has never been that busy. This place is mediocre at best. Honestly take the drive to Versaille in Encinitas if you're looking for a French cafe. Now that place is a 10/10. This place is a joke read more

5 Stars for the location at the corner of Carlsbad Blvd and Beech Ave corner. Not the one at 2744 Carlsbad Blvd., Carlsbad, CA 92008 Dear Food Enthusiasts, Recently, my friend and I spent a delightful weekend exploring the beautiful city of Carlsbad, California. During our stay, we had the opportunity to indulge in the culinary offerings of the French Corner Cafe, an experience that revealed a striking contrast between its two locations. The French Corner Cafe boasts two establishments in Carlsbad, and the difference between them is pretty remarkable. Our first visit took us to the cafe at 2744 Carlsbad Blvd., Carlsbad, CA 92008. Regrettably, this particular experience left us feeling disappointed. The food was served cold, lacking our anticipated authentic French touch. The overall taste and quality did not meet our expectations, leading us to leave the establishment hungry and unsatisfied. It was indeed disheartening to encounter such a letdown. To our surprise, we discovered that the same proprietor owns both locations. However, determined to explore further, we gave the French Corner Cafe another chance and made our way to their other location at the corner of Carlsbad Blvd and Beech Ave as we see the Blvd. the moment we entered, a welcoming and warm atmosphere welcomed us inside; a warm and inviting ambiance instantly embraced us. The menu offered an array of tempting dishes, including the Crepes Vegetarian Breakfast, the French Toast, the Croissants with Almond, the Lemon Tart, and the Onion Soup. To our sheer delight, each bite became a delightful burst of exquisite flavors that transported us straight to the heart of France. The food was impeccably prepared, and we sincerely appreciated Chef Daniel's culinary finesse and meticulous attention to detail. This time, our dining experience truly embodied the authentic taste of France. ( Thank you, Chef Daniel and Staff ) While both locations share the same ownership, it is essential to acknowledge that they operate with separate staff and chefs. While the cafe at 2744 Carlsbad Blvd Carlsbad, CA 92008 left much to be desired, we wholeheartedly recommend visiting the French Corner Cafe at the corner of Carlsbad Blvd. Blvd., and Carlsbad Village for an exceptional and delightful French culinary journey. In conclusion, if you find yourself yearning for the delectable flavors of France during your stay in Carlsbad, we strongly advise skipping the location on 2744 Carlsbad Blvd and heading straight to the one at the corner of Carlsbad Blvd and Beech Ave for an unforgettable dining experience. Please remember that this review is based solely on our personal experience, and individual preferences may vary. Bon appétit! Rating: French Corner Cafe on 2744 Carlsbad Blvd Carlsbad, CA 92008:(one star if any) Blvd. French Corner Cafe at the corner of Carlsbad Blvd and Beech Ave: (5 stars) Happy dining, Sana & Kholoud read more

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This spot is super cute! It was my first visit here. Customer service: The atmosphere felt a little awkward at first. I happened to walk in when a customer was complaining to the owner about still waiting for their coffee. Everyone could hear her conversation with the customer & her conversation with her employees about what happened. They went back & forth a couple of times. Just seemed like she could of handled that a little differently. When I got to the counter, the employee was kind & attentive. I didn't experience any delays with my order. Coffee: I just had a basic coffee-French Roast with creamer. The coffee tasted great! Note: they don't carry dairy free creamer. Food: I got the crepe with strawberries. I thought it was going to have real fruit. It only had a strawberry jam with whipped cream on top. I felt for the price, it could of came with a little more. I was unfortunately dissatisfied. My friend had their yogurt parfait, which looked delicious! I would come back here and try something else on their menu. read more

The French Corner has become a fixture in Carlsbad and in Encinitas. The food is quite god, the salads excellent... but, the Pâté Tartine is not up to par. $11 for a thin piece of toast, a smear of "homemade" pâté and 3 sprigs of lettuce do not cut it for $11. Madame, vous n'etes pas genereuse avec votre pâté. Best to go to a good grocery store, buy a slice of French pâté, good bread, and have it at home. Still, if you like to sit along the sidewalk, and have a cup of coffee and a nice crêpe, that is the place for you. read more

Had the chicken salad salad. Sweet little spot to grab something quick with good attention to flavor

In California, the standard is free refills on soft drinks and iced tea -- especially if you are charged $4.50 and given what is tantamount to a glass of crushed ice. We ordered two sandwiches and two iced teas and the counter and took a table. When it came, my sandwich was drowning in pesto and after two swallows of my iced tea, I asked for a refill. The manager came to our table to explain that she would need to charge me another $4.50 for the tea. For real? Fine, may I have a cup of water?, I asked her. She pointed to the water jug across the restaurant and told me I could fetch it myself. Seriously, and then they have the nerve to expect a tip? The pastries here are very good and we have eaten lunch here in the past. I'm 100% sure I never paid twice for a refill of my iced tea. If this is a new practice, we won't be back. Mind you, I can understand a coffee shop charging per cup to avoid people ordering one drink and nursing it for hours, taking up a table. That wasn't the case. We both ordered fancy sandwiches. read more

As other reviewers have stated, The owner, Alexandra, is just awful! Zero customer service skills! We went there yesterday and ordered some food and a plain single cappuccino. The cappuccino came out with chocolate on it. We asked the server to please remake it without the chocolate. The owner then came out to our table and told us cappuccinos are made this way. We told her we were regulars and it had never been made with chocolate before. She continued to argue with us. We then asked that our whole order be cancelled and refunded. I asked for a receipt for the refund but she said her machine was paperless and that it was taken care of. I checked my credit card this morning and she double charged us instead of doing a refund. I guess I will be calling Chase Bank tomorrow. Maybe she was just having a bad day but we will never go back. The saddest part is that this is where my hubby and I had our first date 10 years ago - when it was Its a Grind Coffee shop. We then went to Naked Cafe a couple of blocks away and it was absolutely delicious and friendly. No chocolate on their cappuccinos unless you order it that way. read more

Best sandwiches and crepes ever!! Loved my spinach and goat cheese with sun dried tomatoe crepe! My husband had the Le Jambon Fromage Sandwich which is a tasty Baguette Sandwich w/ French Ham, Gruyere Cheese, French Pickles Cornichons & European Butter. He couldn't stop thinking about the sandwich ever since! We will be back for sure as we loved the food!! read more

This is home of THE BEST chocolate almond croissant. Also, the best place to exercise your patience muscles as the service is not rushed or hurried. Expect a line and don't be an a-hole. Let's keep the vibe chill please. read more

More like a solid 3.5 stars but since I didn't get the desserts, I'll give it a better score, hoping it'll be better in the future. I came here for lunch and got the chicken salad sandwich, the bread was good and the sandwich itself was good, but it felt a bit too hard for my liking. I also wasn't a fan of some of the le, la and les used incorrectly on the menu, so that irked me a bit. The desserts looked good though so I'll have to check it out again and give it another try. read more

Small little cafe spot, was very busy and had a variety of healthy ratings. I got a Le Praline coffee and it was amazingly good. The food was delicious, the cafe was cozy to sit either inside or outside. The line does tend to get a bit big during breakfast hours. I took my order to go and ate across the little park that is right in front. read more

French Corner - French Toast & Omelette du Parisian - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

I love this place! The first place I wanted to eat at post lockdown. The food is soo good! I had the nicoise salad last time and I wanted to come back for the crepes, so here I am. Support small business that make our towns who they are. Best cappuccino in town btw. Plenty of distance between tables, my favorite is the sidewalk. Right next to the beach. Cleaning and precautions all in check. Come out and enjoy al fresco dining. =) read more

French Corner - Sun-dried tomato crepe sooo good! Hits the spot. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California

I was spending the day in Encinitas and after some coffee I had at some other place I decided to try this one. I was surprised! Food was so delicious I loved the salad that came with my breakfast. omelette was so good. I also had some Nutella crepes that I share with my husband and were so good. Great atmosphere and view. Service was good and helpful. read more

Easy five stars. Incredibly kind service, very authentic french café quality cuisine, and great coffee & pastries. What more can you ask for? read more

We ate at this french corner, we're not from here and its our first time. The first experience was my friend ordered a $12 crepe and she gave her a $50 and the cashier gave $7 back and we were confused but she corrected it. And then the waiter comes out and brings us another crepe and we said we didnt order it. We told her we didnt want it but she said they will throw it away anyway. So we took it and my friend ate it. And then a different lady came out and told us we needed to pay for the crepes! She said sorry we made a mistake giving you the crepe and you're gonna have to pay for it. What is this service? read more

French Corner - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carlsbad, California