I haven't been here in a long while, so I was looking forward to joining a friend to try out an item on their June summer menu, escargot. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The service was good, fast and friendly, and the restaurant was inviting.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We shared the escargot, which in itself was okay. They were quite small and thus barely able to bring the true flavor. This dish was saved by the delicious garlic butter sauce and artichoke hearts that came with the dish. My friend and I agreed that we could have had the latter without the escargot and been quite delighted. I had the crepes florentine with chicken, which were perfectly prepared, flavorful, and correct in temperature. I highly recommend them. read more

Ghinis French Caffe - Crepes Florentine with Chicken Side of hashbrowns - French Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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Came in for a pre-mothers day brunch & the staff was very friendly!! Main issue really was the quality and execution of the food. The breakfast sandwich was lacking flavor & unfortunately the brioche was incredibly burnt & eggs were overcooked/dry. Others at our table enjoyed their food so it seemed like there was no general consensus, but the portions were small. Prices were expensive. We ordered the 2-2-2 ($16) and it was fine the sourdough bread was yummy! Personally I think the prices don't justify the value / quality, but really loved the wait staff. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Everyone was so friendly and the inside is cosy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Ghinis French Caffe - Croque madam - French Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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So disappointing after an amazing meal when I was in town a few years ago. Nothing special at all and over $90 for four people The Croque is much much better at Cafe A' La Carte. Sulky busier, drinks all ice and half filled but billed full price even when pointed out. Overall experience confirmed I will not return. read more

I need to stop in at Ghinis more often! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Delicious food, nice patio (also nice indoor seating), relaxed ambiance, and friendly service earned if a 5 star rating from me![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The egg/tomato baguette was delish. I added hash browns, which were crisp and yummy. Although the food was great, the spicy hot chai tea made it a complete experience! (Waaaaay better than something in a paper cup from a drive-thru coffee chain!) Yum! Yum! Yum! read more

Ghinis French Caffe - Hot chai tea, breakfast sandwich (? egg and tomato), hash browns - French Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

We went here for brunch and it did not disappoint. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambience was very chill, there were seating inside and outside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]They allow dogs here which is a nice gesture.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service was quick and the food was great. We definitely return to try other items. read more

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Love, love, LOVE this cute & underrated little gem of a cafe in Tucson! Ghini's has a great menu for brunch or lunch with options for both more traditional American breakfast food and some delicious French staples. There's plenty of tables for seating indoors - I do wish there was an outdoor patio space, which would be lovely to relax and dine on..but I understand they have to work with what they've got in their strip mall location. The most recent time I came here, I got myself the Croque Madame for brunch and subbed the options for the side with a French Onion Soup for an extra $8. The French Onion Soup was a great size and tasted very rich and delicious - just the way you'd want it to be! I also enjoyed the Croque Madame - especially with a bit of hot sauce (available on each table) splashed onto it for some extra heat! For drinks, I highly recommend the French Mimosa! It's made with Lemon, Chambord, & Champagne. It has a great sweetness that is notable yet not overpowering, and also a bit stronger than your typical Mimosa with the alcohol!! One more thing - this spot is great for vegetarians & vegans. There are plenty of options on the menu, and they are also very accommodating when it comes to preparing vegan alternatives for just about everything on the menu. Most of my family is vegan, so it's one of the reasons the particularly love this cafe so much (in addition to the delicious French food)! Everyone that works here is very friendly and I always love coming here for delicious, high-quality food. Looking for a brunch or lunch spot in Tucson? For both people with regular diets and people with a plant-based/vegan diet, I highly recommend coming to Ghini's French Caffe! read more

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Ya know what? I initially didn't review Ghini's the first time I went for breakfast, bc I just couldn't really remember details. However over the next few mo I would stop in pretty regularly to the bakery side and buy a baguette or un Pain du chocolate. Love all their Croissants btw. So after having spent 7 weeks in Paris last Spring I decided to go for some French onion soup for lunch. It was so good. My server was on point. I thought it was legit. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I love the way it resembles a lil French cafe. Inside the cozy tables and decor is charming[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]],. I will continue to come back, there were a lot of things I wanted to try, read more

Ghinis French Caffe - French onion Soupe a L'oignon- Delicious! - French Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Back at Ghini's again. I keep expecting to lose faith in this place. The King doesn't live forever. Usually, a great place declines over the years. It's got to be hard to sustain excellence year-after-year. But not for Ghini's. Not sure how many years I have been eating here. Literally have never had a meal at Ghini's where I did not say afterwards: "wow that was absolutely delicious." Honestly, the food is so good here, it ought to be criminal to offer... since it is so addicting. If you are watching your waistline or trying for some reason to avoid deliciousness, then I recommend staying away from Ghini's French Café. For the rest of us who love great food, I'll just say to the folks at Ghini's: keep doing what you are doing... it's appreciated. This is the best place for breakfast in Tucson. Long live the King. Highly, highly recommend. read more

What can I say? French onion soup could be one of my main food groups. I think only 1 other place in town even has it but GHINIS is my go to! Soooo good. So gooey. Somehow their water even tastes incredible. Idk what it is?! They offer up delicious brunch and lunch options, a bakery and some small gift shop items. If you're lucky Kia will be your waitress. She is wonderful. Tip: call ahead when you're 15 away and they'll add you to the waitlist and there's usually a waitlist. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They also have patio dining and welcome dogs!![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Stopped in for a recommendation on which bread would be best for French toast. Bought the recommended brioche, made the French toast- it was perfect, thank you. BTW, the artisan baguette and apple turnover I bought too were delicious! read more

Ghinis French Caffe - Apple turnover was delicious! - French Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Went there for breakfast and was not disappointed i had the french onion croquet madame (i think thats the correct spelling) but it was out of this world. My wife had mushroom and brie croquet and she really enjoyed that also. read more

Ghinis French Caffe - French Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

I'm so impressed with Ghini's extensive vegan menu! I want to try everything on it. Too bad I live in Phoenix.:( I thought I'd try their signature dish, the Eggs Provençal made vegan with Just Eggs. Super tasty! I love the way the eggs were seasoned. I also had the Hipsterville Hazy IPA beer by Barrio Brewing and it was excellent. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Fast, friendly service and super cute, quaint French ambiance![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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This was our first time eating here when they were celebrating Bastille Day. After visiting France, I really enjoy French food and wish there were more French establishments. The female manager is a force of nature. I would hire her in a second. The young lady filling water was also efficient. The rest of the staff seemed disorganized. We ordered the chicken Florentine croque, the grilled avocado toast, and the red, white, and blue crepes. I thought everything tasted fresh and flavorful. While the grilled avocado toast has a memorable presentation, I think the name is a bit of a misnomer as the avocado did not appear to be grilled, and the bread, although certainly enjoyable, was not toasted. I look forward to coming back and giving their bakery a try as their cakes are aesthetically pleasing. I recommend eating here, especially if you have extra time to enjoy a meal. read more

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Arrived for Sunday Brunch and no surprise it was extra busy, but we got a table for 3 on the patio within 10 minutes. Wait staff are friendly, attentive, and offer great suggestions. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Tables are somewhat small, but we ordered in waves so it never was an issue and servers accomodated us.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We went for it and started with a Classic Bloody Mary, Caramel Apple Mimosa, and a "Staff Favorite" Orange Cream Recovery Elixer. All are delicious, however we expected the Elixir to have more sweetness. Not a deal breaker, though. All our food was excellent. Not a bad bite. So many choices on the menu, we are already planning our next visit to try more of what we passed up. read more

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Had a lovely breakfast of spinach crepes with hash brown potatoes. The wait staff were friendly and attentive without hovering. [[HIGHLIGHT]]And the restaurant itself is inviting and bright.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]There is also a charming large patio that is a delightful place to eat when it's not too hot.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Ghinis French Caffe - Spinach crepes with hash brown potatoes - French Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

This is such a lovely cafe. My husband and I had breakfast here recently. The staff was welcoming and attentive and the food is good! It was served hot and homemade. What else can you ask for? We will return. I recommend Ghinis French Caffe to anyone looking for an out of the ordinary, hearty breakfast or brunch. They also offer gluten free. read more

Ghinis French Caffe - Ghini's Signature Dish - French Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Authentic French breakfast with friendly service. The downside is the size of the plates compared to the price. I really liked how my tomatoes were cooked. The bread was excellent. read more

Ghinis French Caffe - French Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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Service was attentive and great. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place is cute and cozy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food was very good. We had the signature dish and the tomatoes and eggs were very flavorful. Definitely add the hashbrowns which were also very tasty. The side dish of bacon was crispy, and the pork sausage was flavorful. The hot honey French toast was pretty good, but could be a little bit more soft. Will definitely come back to this place. read more

Ghinis French Caffe - Signature Provençal dish. Hot honey French toast, bacon, and pork sausage. - French Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

This place is always understaffed but despite that the customer service makes a strong effort to make up for it. Food is always delicious and prices are both competitive with certain dishes ( kids menu) and a bit eye opening (crepes) when the bill comes. Overall a place I like coming back to. I came for Mother's Day before the rush and it was well worth it. read more

It was good! Food - delicious - service - great - [[HIGHLIGHT]]ambiance was French /cozy[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. I ordered crepes.

[[HIGHLIGHT]]We brought the dogs and sat outside on the patio. They are very dog friendly and even have a dog menu; some pup cups were ordered[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. My friend and I both had the eggs Provencal with baguette (delicious) . She had the margarita mimosa, and I had the French mimosa, both equally yummy. The service was friendly and they were very efficient, even though it was crowded on a weekday at 10 AM! Will definitely be back! read more

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Wow! What a gem! We are so fortunate to have authentic French dishes and baked goods so close to home! The team at Ghini's is amazing. The dishes are expertly crafted, and the staff are always so friendly and helpful! I go there often for brunch and also use their catering services. Last month, I brought their potatoes au gratin to a party and it stole the show! I have included a picture, but I forgot to take one on the first day, so this is the leftovers reheat. Absolutely delicious both days! read more

Ghinis French Caffe - Au gratin - French Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Super cute cage and bakery! Loved the French vibes! Matt was server and even though it was a super busy day he was on top of everything. Service was amazing and restaurant was clean with cute French Parisian aesthetic. I tried the cold sandwich and asked for my bread to be toasted. My meal came with choice of fruit or greens and I chose greens, I also had the Carmen GF dessert which tasted like tiramisu and sweet chocolate and it was the perfect amount of sweetness. They also carry cute earrings from a local business owner the earrings are hand made and super unique. I will definitely be back to taste the French soup and stuffed creeps. read more

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We looked forward to visiting Ghini's and hoped the drive was worth it. The food was good but not noteworthy but we had standard breakfast fare. Service was slow, polite but kinda automated. The place itself could use some work. The ceiling in particular. The seats weren't comfortable for me. The omelette was decent but had an odd flavor. French toast was decent but nothing I couldn't make and honestly mine is better. Eggs were quality and cooked well. Coffee was excellent! read more

Ghinis French Caffe - 2 French Toast with Protein and 2 Eggs - French Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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I had lunch there with a couple of friends. I ordered the French Dip, one ordered a western omelette and one ordered spinach & cheese crepes. All of us ordered hash browns as the side because there was a sign saying they were the best in town. They were extremely good, not sure about the best in town. We had to wait about 15 minutes for a table because it was noon and they were very busy. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a cute place albeit small. It's in a strip mall so there isn't much room for expansion.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service was good, our drinks were refilled promptly. Staff was very friendly and even though it was busy, tables were cleared quickly and nothing left sitting around. As far as price, a tad pricey from what I remember from reading the menu. I don't know exactly because a friend paid the bill. Overall a decent choice but I'm not sure I will return, not because of anything bad, but French food is not my favorite. read more

When I want to feel like having a sit-down breakfast in Europe (or have guests that would enjoy such a departure in Tucson) this is where I go (Le Buzz is another option). [[HIGHLIGHT]]Tables are packed closely together, even on the porch. That's just part of the experience, but conversational noise is fairly high (and only semi-private) as a result[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]; hot drinks come in small, white ceramic cups. Service can be slow and it's not clear whether it's a shortage of waitstaff or a kitchen that was never intended to handle the expansion that the restaurant made years ago. Staff remains friendly. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Suffice to say, intimate dining is not here Lol.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My usual order (simply because it's my favorite bfast to get anywhere) is the corned beef hash. Alas, it is merely "good" (the corned beef is finely cubed and may not be fresh made/shredded on premises). Their eggs provencal is my dad's favorite and we both opt for the toasted french baguette as our bread option (small, oval loaf that's very crunchy on the outside and pairs terrifically with jam/butter or piled on with eggs). Coffee is bottomless and good and they do brew decaf as well. There's a bakery next door with both sweets and bread options. Parking is free/easy, though you might have a short walk. Weekends will have waits - you could put your name down and peruse the bakery or wander around the strip mall (there's a pet/fish store at the opposite end) or simply run an errand and come back. read more

Atmosphere is welcoming on the cafe side. Service here was attentive and could also be a bit much. Me and my friend ordered Le croque monsieurs. I got the French onion. It was bland and tasteless. Would not order again. I thought it would have the richness of French onion soup but it didn't. It seemed maybe the leftover onions used for French onion soup needed to be used and this is where they put them. My friend got the traditional croque monsieur with ham. That was better but it was also just okay. The tricky thing about French food is you either like the seasoning level or you desperately want more. This was definitely the latter for me. I've also been to France and this place sticks to the very French way of under flavoring. Was hoping Ghini's had more to offer. The side of hash-browns was perfectly crispy, however it has no salt. Just shredded potatoes and oil. I had to add salt and pepper aggressively to my whole dish. We also got the French toast Suzette to share. It had a grand marnier sauce and whipped cream topping. Underwhelming to say the least. It was extremely one note. Just orange and nothing else. Would have been nice to taste some cinnamon or nutmeg in the French toast batter, but it was seemingly just egg. Also the bread in the Le croque was the same for French toast. The bread didn't have any discernible flavor or texture. Just very boring in both applications. We did try the eggnog and both thought it was good not great. It was sweet with vanilla but no spices, and thin on the egg flavor. Could have been richer and thicker. For $7 it's a tiny glass that's 1/3 filled with ice. Store bought taste better bc it's much thicker and richer; for half the price you can have a quart to yourself. Went to the bakery afterwards and the people manning it left much to be desired. No one is friendly or nice. Very much get in get out which is sad bc that's one of the things about French pastries, you want to gaze and inquire. The woman working couldn't describe the flavors at length for the pastries that were unfamiliar to us. Which was a bummer bc we could have learned something new and ventured out. I ended up getting the frangipane pastry that was dusted in something; a combo of flower and powder sugar maybe since it had a chalky mild sweet flavor. The filling was okay but there was maybe a teaspoon spoon of it so the effect overall was chalky and mildly sweet. Would not get again. This is one of those Tucson places that is meant for the snowbirds or people with very mild palates. If you're looking for wow, grand, delicious flavors this isn't going to do that. read more

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If I could give zero stars, I would! This was easily one of the worst dining experiences I've ever had. While the food is decent--which is why I gave this place another chance--the service was completely unacceptable. To start, I waited over 35 minutes for a table for one, even though there were multiple empty tables throughout the restaurant. Once seated, I ordered the Breakfast Margarita-mosa. The server asked if I wanted to make it a double, and I clearly said NO. I also ordered the Eggs Provençal with a side of sausage. The server didn't ask how many pieces of sausage I wanted (since it's offered à la carte), but I let that slide. My food came out fairly quickly, but my cocktail didn't arrive until I was halfway through my meal. When the bill came, I noticed I'd been charged an extra $5 for a double shot in my drink. I went to the cashier to point this out, and the server who took my order decided to jump into the conversation, arguing with me and insisting I had asked for a double--which I absolutely did not. She only stopped when the cashier had to cut her off. To make things worse, the manager refused to fix the charge, saying they couldn't adjust it because I had already drunk the cocktail. But how was I supposed to know I'd been served a double when I hadn't ordered it or tried the drink before? Then, the manager asked if I wanted to speak with the server AGAIN to "resolve" the issue--absolutely ridiculous! This place desperately needs to improve its customer service and professionalism. Between the long wait, the poor communication, and the dismissive attitude from the staff, this experience was frustrating from start to finish. While I appreciate the use of local ingredients, $40 for a cocktail and a basic breakfast is absurd. There are far better spots with shorter waits, better service, and a much more enjoyable vibe. Save yourself the trouble and go elsewhere! read more

Ghinis French Caffe - Eggs Provençal with Sausage - French Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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Had to wait a little longer to be seen. Of course it is Father's Day. It would have been fine to sit outside if the furniture hadn't been all wet from the misters. Excellent chicken Florentine crêpes. Yum read more

Ghinis French Caffe - French Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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This is a small treasure that has real good French food. The menu is as authentic as it gets! And the freshly backed goods and the bread is worth the trip . I wish I could have had a tasting of each menu items on the table the have a real feel for French cuisine. read more

I ordered the Croque Madame. The slice of cheap white bread it came on could have been better than the nasty thing that came on the plate. Nothing French about it. Flavorless and covered with some more flavorless "gravy " slop. Awful. The waitress disappeared and no one asked for my order until I flagged someone down. The coffee came in a cracked cup. After the dissatisfying meal I went to the bakery hoping to find something sweet to make up for the awful experience. Nope. The chocolate cherry croissant had the stingiest filling. Just a shmear. No cherries. Never tasted the chocolate. Run. read more

In town visiting friend and found this gem on Yelp! We went in during breakfast time and it was busy on the inside but they also offered outdoor seating so we chose a seat outside. The staff were really friendly although we had two waitress, they both seemed to be on the same page and made our service nice and easy! I love the variety of vegan options they provide. I tried the Florentine Madame and it was so delicious! The eggs had so much flavor and that bechamel sauce was delicious. I chose the hash browns as my side and they too had so much flavor to it! I also tried the lavender lemonade which was really good! Nice and sweet although it didn't taste too much like lavender. They even have an area next door where they sell fresh baked breads and pastries. Love love love! read more

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My dad had heard that this cafe has the best French onion soup in town, so we gave it a try. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was pouring outside so we couldn't have a seat in their planter as suggested.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We wrote our name on a list and awkwardly stood in everyone's way with others doing the same thing. 10-15 min later we were finally acknowledged and seated. The French onion soup came out ice cold and we had to request it heated up. I had eggs Provençe and maybe it was because I had been to France this summer, but they didn't blow my skirt up. Service slow, food is okay but not good enough for the hassle. read more

Ghinis never disappoints! The food, the staff are just amazing! This I a tucson gem that I hope lives on forever!

The food was delicious, service prompt and there was no wait for Sunday brunch at 12:30pm. The lavender mimosa just had an essence of lavender. The beef and cheddar croque was really good. read more

Ghinis French Caffe - Beef and cheddar croque - French Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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Went here a couple weeks ago with a friend and though we enjoyed our time together, the meal was not our favorite. We both ordered eggnog and though it was great I did feel that the glass was pretty tiny for the $7 price tag. I got the classic ham croque and it was tasty, but also pretty salty. I was glad to have tried something different, however, I don't think that I would order it again. We also shared the French toast Suzette, which was okay though I was not a fan of the orange flavor and found it a bit disappointing in delivery. We did go to the bakery afterward and though they have some great looking treats, the staff did lack hospitality. I'm looking at the cookies, some were mislabeled and it was difficult to make the selection as the worker did not seem to know them by their labeled names and made picking each one a guessing game. Upon eating them, I was not impressed. But really I should have got what I was originally eyeing, which was the bread loaves and the pies. I may try that next time if I return. I again had Kia as a server who was helpful and attentive. We sat on the patio on a great day and enjoyed the ambiance with the light music. read more

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Service was super slow. Didn't like that I had to wait outside in the heat for a table. Food was ok. Just not crazy about the ambiance, felt cramped. read more

Ghinis French Caffe - House Made Corned Beef Hash and Farm Eggs Plate - French Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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This is our favorite brunch spot! The specialty lattes are always fantastic, and the food is always just as good! The spot is super cute, and even when there is a line waiting to get in, it doesn't take long to be seated. This is a must-try place in Tucson! read more

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Food was really good and traditional. I had the eggs Provençal and it took me back. The decor was fitting for the restaurant. Service was a little slow and could have used a few more servers for the amount of tables they have. read more

Ghinis French Caffe - French Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Went for the specials this month. I had the Mexican Chocolate French toast and eggnog and they were both so delicious. The French toast was perfectly lightly topped with the Mexican Chocolate so it was not overly chocolatey and tasted amazing. The eggnog was so good I wanted to buy a few jars to go. I will try and get back before Christmas for a jar of the eggnog. read more

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