Michelin but laid back? Sign me up. Perfectly orchestrated staff you literally don't have to ask for anything? I can get used to this for the evening. Expectacular experience at Jeune et Jolie. From the moment we arrived to the moment we left the service and overall experience was simply top notch. The patio space is beautiful and filled with fresh green foliage. The sage and rose colors stand out in the outdoor space. Definitely chic and modern. The food: We started off with the Plateau de fruit the mer: the selection of scallops, shrimp, prawn and oyster was fresh and the flavors they added to each piece made it for a complete unique bite. The three course menu was mainly a hit with the exception of one selection. The hits: Bavarois d'été - caviar , corn mousse Saint Jacques - rhubarb and vanilla Caille- morel was stuffed with sausage Vacherin - decadent and delicious The misses: Gnudi- (the dumpling like version) not bad, definitely not up to par with the rest of the courses. The beverage pairings were a fun add on. Their sommelier comes out for all four drinks and explains how they pair with the food. He also gives you a bit of history on each producer. I'm sad I waited so long to have this wonderful dining experience but I'm happy I finally decided to check it out. Our waitress was lovely too! She made good recommendations and even shared her favorites. I loved the Bavarois d'été so much and could see the dedication put into dish. This prompted me to ask her, "how long does this dish take to make?" She responded "24hours!" I gasped. To learn about the length of time it took to create my favorite course made me even more appreciative for the food I was enjoying. I can't wait to come back and try new items! Nothing but positive things to say about Jeune et Jolie. read more

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Went here as a family for a birthday dinner. Arrived on time for our reservation and were seated promptly. My daughter was given a birthday card signed by all of the staff. We chose to dine outdoors which was very nice. It was a balmy August evening and nice to dine outdoors. No heat lamps were needed but they have them for cooler nights. The only downside was the train noise which was a minor annoyance. As an aside, when going inside to use the restroom it was very hot and apparent that there's no air conditioning and an open kitchen. Might want to dine outdoors until this rare San Diego heat wave passes. From beginning to end the service was very professional, yet friendly. We were well taken care of. We were promptly met at the table and provided water and drink orders taken. Service was well orchestrated with a nice pace. The four course prix fixe menu ($120) lasted 2.5 hours. The restaurant is advertised as 'French' but I'd describe the cuisine as French nouvelle/New American/Californian. The serve a four-course prix fixe menu, along with an amuse bouche, a bread course and a final chocolate bite, so seven dishes overall. Serving sizes are reasonable and I was the only one to leave hungry (big guy, works out a lot). In my opinion, all of the dishes here were very good but, with the exception of the yellowtail crudo, none of them was over the top. Desert was served with a candle for the birthday girl. Nice touch! The wine list here is almost entirely French with a couple of California wines also on the list. We did the wine pairing ($120) and all of the wines on this list are French. I found all of the wines, except the desert wine (port like) to be mediocre. The kids did the Sans Esprit ($80) which they enjoyed very much. The only negative here is the 4% surcharge added to the bill. It's noted in the small print at the bottom of the menu, so it's strictly legal. However, I personally find upcharges distasteful and not becoming of a restaurant trying to present itself as having great service. I typically subtract this from the tip. read more

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Came here for an early dinner on Wednesday. Place got just pretty fast. Overall, food was good but not as good as last time. Some dishes were too salty. Food comes out very slowly but you can see the attention to detail. Took about 2 hours total. 1. Dozen oysters: not at good as before 2. Croque madame: good but not sure if with The price 3. Lamb tartare with mustard seed and kohlrabi 4. Corn with squash and caviar 5. Scallop with rhubarb, turnip, and vanilla 6. Sea urchin with English Peas and smoked tomato: too salty 7. Quail with morel, strawberry and pistachio 8. Wagyu with black garlic and oxtail: too salty 9. Bittersweet chocolate with malted milk, honey and hazelnut 10. Meringue with passion fruit and mascarpone 11. Bread with avocado butter: really good Overall taste wise 3.5. read more

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Ambiance and vibe check on point. The evening started with an amuse-bouche that was delightfully well balanced. It was the perfect introduction to the meal. I skipped the raw bar and for drinks, I opted to order a cocktail on the menu, Milk Punch: rum, coconut roasted oolong, tarragon. Absolutely loved it... so smooth, balanced, refreshing, and the perfect complement to each course. The Course meals I chose Une (1): Lamb Tartare. Fresh, delicately seasoned, and a beautiful way to start the meal. Between courses, they served warm milk bread with avocado butter. Pillowy soft with rich, creamy avocado butter. Deux (2): Oursin. Rich, creamy, and balanced. I personally like my sea urchin cold, so if you're like me, I would recommend trying another course option Trois (3): Caille. Quail with morels, strawberry, and pistachio. An unexpected combination that came together effortlessly. The thigh part was ever so slightly not as tender as I would have liked. The bottom leg portion was cooked perfectly. Quatre (4): Vacherin. Light, refreshing, and the perfect ending. Not overly sweet, with just the right amount of tart. This was my favorite. Surprise parting bites - a buttery cookie and truffle chocolate were such a thoughtful way to end the evening. Nothing felt overcomplicated or done just to be different. Every dish had a purpose, and the service was warm, attentive, and perfectly paced. The service was impeccable. I noticed some yelp reviews complaining about the optional 4% fee. It's written that you can ask them to waive the fee. I'm usually skeptical of added fees, especially when service is mediocre and lazy servers still expect a minimum 18% tip. It was refreshing that Jeune Et Jolie didn't. When I first sat down, I absolutely planned to ask have the 4% removed, but after experiencing the exceptional service, I happily left it and even tipped 20%. I'll definitely be back to experience the next seasonal menu. read more

Jeune Et Jolie - Course Menu - French Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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This has been on my to visit list and what a great visit it was! There was plenty of parking the lot behind it. We had no issues finding the place at all. We made a reservation a while ago and highly recommend doing that. When we looked, reservations were filling up. There's both indoor, outdoor, and bar seating. We chose indoor when we booked. It's a very beautiful restaurant, both inside and outside! The kitchen is open so it was cool to see what the staff was doing from time to time. Service was great! We were promptly seated and well attended to. My only note is that the four course dinner took three hours, where I felt like it could have taken two hours. We felt like the food could have came out a little faster. Good thing I had good company to fill the time! In terms of food, we did the four course meal and shared a wine pairing. Before anything came out, they gave us a little celebratory, non-alcohol champagne. It very crisp and light -perfect for summer. In addition, they gave us a little bit of tuna with avocado (not sure what it was called) Un CRUDO (yellowtail, tomato, cucumber, marigold) -the yellowtail was delicious and I loved the crunch from the cucumbers. The sauce that they have with it really elevated the dish. ASPERGE (asparagus, caviar, wasabi, crème fraîche sabayon) -loved the combination of flavors and textures in this one. It was very fresh and gives summer vibes. In between the first and second course, they brought out a small loaf of bread, which was delicious on it's own. BUT with the avocado butter, it was even better. The avocado flavor was very subtle. Deux CANARD (rohan duck, morel, strawberry, pistachio) -we love duck and this was just perfect. What surprised me was the strawberries, how they prepared it and how well it paired with the duck. Highly recommend this one. OURSIN (sea urchin, english pea, ramp, smoke tomato) -this dish was very flavorful. The sea urchin wasn't overpoweringly fishy at all, but more sweet. Combined with the more savory liquid that it was served with. I liked the texture combination of the soft uni with the pea. Trois PORC (klingeman farms pork, merguez sausage, blackberry, swiss chard) -tasty! I like the pork more than the sausage! TRUITE (ocean truot, artichoke, mussel, tangerine) -loved the trout! It was so soft and tasty. I would also highly recommend this one. Skin was a little harder to break a part so I just at the whole thing in one go. They gave us a dish on the house: GNUDI (parmesan, carrot, spring onion, lemon verbena). This was an okay dish, a little heavier and felt same, same to me. Nothing stand out. Quatre CHOCOLAT (bittersweet chocolate, malted milk, honey, hazelnut) -this was absolutely delicious. We devoured it. There was a lot of different textures on it that I loved. Not too sweet either, probably because the chocolate was more bittersweet. Highly recommend! VACHERIN (meringue, passion fruit, mascarpone, strawberry) -this is the epitome of summer/spring dessert. It felt so fresh! I also love the different textures on this one. I love strawberries so definitely loved this dessert. Highly recommend! They also gave us some additional small bites at the end of the evening. It was a nice touch! In all, I was full and very content with all of the food. A note: there is an automatic 4% surcharge for the bill! The four course is $120. Beverage pairing (alcohol) is $100, wine pairing is $120, and San Espirit pairing (non-alcoholic) is $80. I loved doing the wine pairing. Some of the pairings were really great. It was nice that the sommelier would explain each wine that went with our dishes. Overall a great experience. I would visit again and explore another menu! read more

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Michelin restaurant with 5 courses plus a little extra. We came here for my sister's birthday and made a reservation online in advance. We opted for an outdoor table and there were heat lamps. Free parking available in the lot next door. I jotted down what we ate along with my initial thoughts: Toasted milk bread, toasted cauliflower, and caviar - a nice start to the meal Poireau - dill ranch sauce drizzled over charred leeks, greens, and truffle: the ranch was interesting and went well with the charred leaks House made milk bread with Meyer lemon and sea salt - I really liked this; you can never go wrong with bread and butter Pot iron - savory pastry with truffle; nice vegetarian option Gnudi wrapped in savoy cabbage and the other with a different type. Can be enjoyed separately or together- an interesting array of textures read more

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Came here twice and service and food was excellent on both occasions. Lovely ambiance and the place is pristine. We were seated right next to the kitchen where you could see the magic happen. It's a prix fixe meal and each course was delicious! Their house bread with lemon zest is the best. Great experience overall! read more

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Located in Carlsbad Village area. Parking: free parking lot behind. Reservation: very recommeded, even for bar seating. Seating: indoor, bar and patio outside. Kitchen concept: open Drinks: Espresso Martini Fraise N/A JJ Collins Complimentary N/A champagne Food from Bar Menu: Croque Madame Bay Scallop and Prawn Tasting Menu: UN: Crudo + Tartare DEUX: Truite + Oursin Complimentary Bread w Avocado infused butter. TROISE: CAILLE + WAGYU QUARTE: Geteau De Crepe + Vacherin And lastly, Anniversary Complimentary Desserts Service: outstanding. Very happy and friendly group. Fyi: 4% service charge automatically added to your bill. Restroom: 2 gender neutral restrooms Everything is superb. Will definitely come back. read more

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Really lovely experience. We came June 2026 and each ordered from the four course menu along with a raw bar starter which included an oyster, mussel, prawn, and scallop each ($23 per person). Along with the four courses they gave complimentary alcohol free wine, a tuna amuse bouche, milk bread with avocado butter and finishing desserts. For our four courses ($120 per person) I had: lamb tartare, uni, pork and strawberry passion fruit meringue. My husband got yellowtail, trout, quail and chocolate dessert. Our favorites were the quail and strawberry passion fruit meringue. Service was very lovely. The waitstaff was super kind and attentive and explained each dish as it was brought to us. This restaurant is a fun experience overall for special occasions. I really enjoyed being sat at a table that had a view of the kitchen and we enjoyed watching the kitchen operate during dinner. Only cons were: there's a 4% service added on (in addition to tip and standard tax) and unfortunately we both had tummy troubles after which I wouldn't have expected from a nice place like this. read more

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Overall, I thought this restaurant was solid, but it didn't quite have the wow factor I was hoping for. While every dish was well-executed, I personally found the menu a bit uninspiring. My favorite courses were the Oursin and the Porc, which really stood out. The experience reminded me of Providence in LA; simple, refined, and undeniably delicious. That said, it wasn't a meal that left a lasting impression. Sophisticated? Absolutely. Memorable or exciting? Not quite. read more

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Michelin star, but for how much longer? So it's a four course tasting menu with a few options for each course that you get to pick from including a few little extras. As for drinks, there are a few different pairing options including a wine and alcohol free option. The wine option is 120 bucks which is a bit crazy to me given this is also the price of the tasting menu. That pairing gets you 4 half glasses of wine. So 2 total glasses for $120. Hard to see this as a good value and think they would do much better working in a tasting at $60 to $80. Smaller cocktail menu but quite a few well crafted options including an old fashioned fat washed with hazelnuts and a sazerac with a brown butter fat washed rye. I went for the sazerac, and while the presentation and glassware was very much on the bland side, the drink was fantastic. Smooth mild nuttiness while still having a direct spiciness from the rye. Amuse bouche - very nice, tuna tartar tartlet is my given name. Playful textures, great start. 1 - crudo - fantastic, best dish for sure. Lightly seared yellow tail in a tomato water broth so to speak. Cucamelon and some yellow tomatoes that tasted pickled added subtle tang while the tomato water added subtle acidity. Beautifully balanced over some crudos that can typically be in your face acidic. bread - incredible milk bread, think parker house roll with an avocado herb butter. could have eaten 2 more of these 2 - duck - cooked perfectly, though mild on flavor and a little bit tough. Morels are delicious though didn't quite go with the dish nor did the strawberry stuffed with pistachio. As a whole the dish felt disjoint. 3 - pork - very disappointing. Pork tenderloin was super bland, no sear, no flavor to the meat. The sausage would have made Jimmy Dean proud but not much else. Swiss chard, again nothing going on here, just there. Sauce was nice (guessing like a pork demi) but it wasn't enough to overcome the lack of flavor here. 4 - chocolate bomb - very smooth decadent chocolate mousse interior. Malted milk foam was barely there and barely foamed. A sliver of a quenelle of ice cream half melted and hardly noticeable in the rest of the dish. This one had so much potential. Chocolate bomb was perfect, but the rest failed to hold up to it. The malted milk would have been a really nice touch if noticeable, and a larger portion of ice cream could have actually paired nicely rather than melting into the background - literally. petite duo - finished with an orange financier, and a chocolate truffle. Financier was nice but the truffle was a bit too bitter and texturally masked by the nuts. Nothing to be remembered. Service was excellent though perhaps a bit too polished, felt like grandstanding and not a natural interaction. Pace was good except for the split between 2nd and 3rd course which stalled for somewhere between 20 and 30 minutes. Open kitchen is cool, but I imagine this limits some communication and probably contributed to the miss there. While there was a lot to like here, there was a lot that fell flat as well. At the Michelin level I'm looking for each dish to shine in texture, flavor, or creativity, hopefully all 3. Course 2 and 3 did not deliver in any of these areas. Heading 2 Michelin restaurants is no small feat, perhaps Lilo is the new baby in the house stealing all the attention. Sadly I don't think for me this is worth a return trip. read more

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Place is well worth the money. Cute place, full attention from staff. It's great! A little pricey but clearly worth what you spend. The food is carefully plated, served, prepared. so so good. would recommend for anything celebratory or just for fun!!!! Every staff member was amazing so thoughful and friendly. Each dish was explained very well at least once if not twice. 10/10 or more for sure read more

Jeune Et Jolie - French Near Me - Carlsbad, California

One Michelin Star, French-Californian restaurant and cocktail bar, Jeune et Jolie, is serving a dinner menu from their open kitchen in an intimate indoor, outdoor setting. Host, staff, and kitchen work in unison to welcome guests, announce orders, and deliver an experience. FOOD 5/5 CANARD rohan duck (tender), morel (stuffed w meat), strawberry (cooked, sweet), pistachio (paste) 5/5 MUSSELS salt-spring island (BC), sauce vierge (so flavorful) 5/5 PRAWN (chilled, tender) w tomato, horseradish (tangy kick) - OYSTER (shigoku, WA) on the half-shell (light flavors) - BAY SCALLOP pistachio, rose, honey (delicate flavors) read more

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Service and quality of food was firing on all cylinders. The oysters and seafood offerings were phenomenal and might come back just for that at the bar; I couldn't say enough good things about them. The cocktails were exceptional the espresso martini was delicious and the milk punch was something I never experienced and was perfectly fruity and clear. The 4 course dinner gotta better by the plate with my favorites being the gnudi dumplings and the duck and the trout dish with crispy skin. The bread and butter also deserves a shout out as nothing is better than warm hot freshly baked bread with butter. The dessert also was tasty. I can see why this place has a michelin star. I would come back anytime and again I will just for cocktails and oysters as they were that good and reasonably priced so I could enjoy it more often. The 4 course dinner is more of a special occasion thing. read more

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The fantastic service paired with the wonderful food, what a great experience my wife and I had for our anniversary dinner. We had an incredible evening. If you go as a couple, and you order different things, sharing bites gives you that extra sample of different dishes. Loved it and will absolutely return! read more

Jeune Et Jolie - French Near Me - Carlsbad, California

I haven't had a meal this amazing since...well, I can't even remember. This little gem is in Carlsbad and this was our first time dining with Jeune Et Jolie. If you have the time, try the four course tasting menu with the beverage pairing. We are not big drinkers and we went with our teens, so we all tried out the non alcoholic pairing. I love food. I love food experiences. This was a delicious food journey and I am thankful my family is always open to try things with me! Beautiful decor inside and out. We had made reservations and were sitting outside. It was like we had our own private seating area, even though there were other patrons. I didn't even notice them until I got up to wash my hands! If you want something more upbeat, inside seating looked like the place to be. Upbeat but relaxed and chill at the same time. The kitchen is mesmerizing and is out in the open so you can watch all the magic. Every member of the staff was SO welcoming from the moment you walk up. Our server Noah with the help of Chelsea led us on our food journey. They made it personal by learning each persons name & food style. Answered any questions and had the best recommendations. Ryan, the Sommelier had fun pairings. It was our first non alcoholic food pairing experience and he explained everything from ingredients and what flavors will bring out certain flavors in the food. He always followed up after each taste. There is literally an army of people taking care of you. The food...so many delicious & decadent layers of each dish. Fun combinations. Fresh, local ingredients. Perfectly seasoned. It was hard to pick one thing from each course! Each plate had a work of art, visually and flavors! I also liked the portions, not too big, not too small. We were able to even share bites with each other. Another fun thing, in the fourth course pairing in the Cerise & Cafe, the ice cube was actually clear without any imperfections. You don't see that every day and just shows the detail that goes into every single thing placed on your table. Already have the menu on my radar to watch for new dishes to go down to try! read more

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We came here to celebrate our anniversary and it was an amazing experience from start to finish! It is definitely pricey, so I'd save it for a special occasion. The food is delicious and you get extra courses not listed on the menu so really it's like a 7 course meal! The portions are a great size so you don't leave feeling stuffed and the service is spectacular. If you order any drink, I loved the espresso martini! The coconut rum is so unique and adds the perfect differentiator to a standard cocktail. I can't wait to return! read more

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Michelin star restaurants are all about the experience, heck any fine dining restaurant exists for the experience, that's what separates a good restaurant from great. Came here based off of a recommendation from one of the bartenders at Campfire. He had told me they had a great non-alcoholic program and amazing seafood dishes. I didn't realize this was a Michelin star restaurant and didn't realize they had a tasting menu but I was interested in a la carte and the options were fantastic. First off, I was wearing flip flops and when I walked up to the restaurant, the people dining outside were beautifully dressed, men in suits, all that. I asked the hostess if I was under dressed and she made me feel so comfortable and said of course not and that people can wear whatever they want in here and that they're not fancy, it's California. Loved that. You never know what to expect coming to a restaurant like this so that initial welcoming was awesome. I took a seat at the bar, I was dining alone and this is a great spot for a solo evening. The restaurant is absolute perfection. I mean the pink, velvet booths, chairs, bar, decor, everything was intentional and just stunning. They had an open kitchen concept, which was just the coolest. I loved watching the kitchen in action. I would say it was organized chaos because every kitchen in a restaurant is chaotic but it wasn't, just organized and passionate. The bartender Colin was so friendly, so knowledgeable, helpful, exactly what you would want in your employee working here. I told him I was traveling up the coast and he gave me restaurant recommendations along my way. The more interactions I had with the staff the more you could tell that the people who work here take pride in where they work and the kind of work that they do. I love that. I ordered the Tonique to start, a non-alcoholic drink with blane aperitif, chamamile, gentian and sparkling water. It was refreshing and delicious. For a bite I had the yellowtail crudo, an absolutely stunning dish. It was so delicious. The woman who brought my food over described it to me in great detail. I felt like all eyes were on me in terms of the stellar service. In reality, the people who work here were all eyes on everyone making sure the experience was special from start to finish and it was. I would love to come back here one day and do their tasting menu, I was visiting Carlsbad for the first time and wanted to restaurant hop so I kept my visit short and sweet. So glad I came in here. read more

Jeune Et Jolie - Crudo - French Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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Jeune is such a beautiful French restaurant that is well deserving of their Michelin star! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with the best staff who made my birthday celebration 100 out of 10! They had the beautiful idea of providing a bouquet of exotic flowers for our table from the florist next-door. This wonderful surprise made the entire experience! Even the hostess said that she took the time out of her day before the restaurant opened to run over to their sister restaurant to find a vase to put them in! Every bit of this restaurants details for my special day was so meaningful and I can't thank you enough! The dinner menu is set up in four courses where you get to choose one dish from each course. The chef surprised us with a special additional first appetizer that was mind blowing! Each dish we chose lit up a new taste bud on our palate! Every dish just riddled with in an array of intriguing nuances in each bite. We were told by our waitress that each dish is curated from locally sourced produce and meats, so the menu is always evolving and changing. Thank you so much for this wonderful experience and we are so excited to come back and try a different menu! read more

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Jeune Et Jolie has amazing coastal vibes and service, but the food did not warrant its high prices. Despite it being a Wednesday evening, the restaurant was packed. Reservations required a credit card with a $50 no show fee. Since we were celebrating multiple occasions, the staff prepared a card for our table and treated us to a complimentary toast of Antilope, a non alcoholic sparkling beverage. Service was impeccable throughout the evening and their alcoholic beverages were strong and flavorful. *Sea Cow Oysters: I appreciated the rotating oyster selection. Our order came with mignonette, horseradish, and hot sauce. Although the mignonette looked peppery, it was fairly straightforward with shallot and vinegar notes. The oysters were cleanly shucked and carried a pleasant sweetness. However, I struggled to find what justified them costing nearly twice as much as others. *Amuse Bouche: ahi tuna, avocado, salt, and yuzu. This tiny bite collectively made us pucker. The tuna was quite cold, but its subtle sweetness still came through. *Crudo: one of my least favorite dishes of the night. The yellowtail was seared and served with tomato and cucamelon in a sour chilled broth. Unfortunately, the fish was overcooked, resulting in a dry, chewy texture that failed to absorb the vibrant broth. *Tartare: an excellent rendition of lamb. There was no gaminess whatsoever and the mustard seed added just a hint of sharpness. The incredibly tender meat contrasted beautifully with the bitter, acidic white asparagus. *Pain Et Beurre: warm, crusty bread with a steaming, fluffy interior. The avocado butter was not my favorite, as it created inconsistent pockets of richness, but the bread itself was one of the highlights of the meal. *Saint Jacques: scallop topped with rhubarb and turnip. I never would have considered pairing seafood with rhubarb, but I loved the complementary sweetness. The rhubarb added just enough crunch and tartness to tie everything together. *Canard: duck cooked perfectly medium rare alongside meaty morels and sweet strawberry. Each component was well executed, though I wished there was a stronger connection between the duck and mushrooms. The pistachio smear felt like an afterthought. *Oursin: very disappointing. Although there was a generous amount of sea urchin, the smoked tomato completely overwhelmed its natural sweetness and brininess. The tart shell and English peas were similarly unremarkable. This oddly reminded me of a lukewarm Hot Pocket. *Porc: pork prepared two ways with mulberry and chard. The pork chop paired well with the mulberry, while the sausage benefited from the chard. Unfortunately, the chop was slightly overdone and chewy, while the sausage was rather mushy. The dish needed more texture and a stronger sear. *Truite: the worst dish of the evening. The trout itself was silky and tender, but the skin was rock hard. Even our steak knife struggled to cut through it. The tangerine centered sauce and smoked components created a strange combination that was not cohesive. *Gateau De Crepes: we were warned that this dessert leaned savory, and I would agree. It resembled a thicker, pesto forward crepe. An interesting option for those who do not enjoy sweets. *Vacherin: strawberry prepared three ways and surrounded by meringue. It tasted like strawberry astronaut ice cream in the best possible way. The variety of textures made it one of the stronger desserts. *Final Bites: almond and kumquat bread alongside hazelnut confections. The almond bread was dense and fragrant, while the hazelnut bite resembled a Ferrero Rocher with a subtle alcoholic center. The service and cocktails were exceptional and easily the highlights of the evening. However, every member of my party was disappointed by at least one of their four courses. While we do not regret visiting, I cannot wholeheartedly recommend this restaurant to those seeking culinary excellence at this price point. read more

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What an enjoyable culinary experience! Watching the entire kitchen in action was both a treat and the highlight of the evening. I had a great view, though my partner's vantage point was more limited. The four-course menu was beautifully presented and delicious throughout. The non-alcoholic pairing complemented each dish perfectly and was well worth it. We were also pleasantly surprised by a few extra treats at both the beginning and end of the meal. Service was attentive without being intrusive, and there was no pressure to upsell additional items. Definitely will return for special occasions. read more

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There's a reason that this is a Michelin starred restaurant, the place is simply amazing! The quality of food & service is impeccable! First of all, I appreciate the casual vibe with rose touches throughout. I loved watching the food preparation at the open kitchen that was directly in front of us. From the amuse bouche to the after dinner candy and cookie, I loved every entree! For the four course menu I chose - Crudo - Super fresh with a light and delectable sauce Cabillaud - Black Cod was perfectly cooked, tender and flaky. Truite - Trout with the sauce was the perfect pairing. Caramel Normande - This actually tasted like deconstructed apple pie! I also enjoyed the after dessert cookie and candy. Thoroughly enjoyed the entire experience and I would come back again to try another menu! It's definitely a must do for both locals and tourists! read more

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The food was so unique and delicious to taste, savor, and relish. The service was also S-tier, with Tommy and Amanda both helping me out. They provided not only in-depth descriptions of what was served, but also friendly conversation. The fine attention to detail and overall niceness of both of them (and the rest of the staff walking around) was top notch. It really looked like all of the staff enjoyed their job, which showed how well morale was/is instilled within the establishment by their leadership. Jeune et Jolie has the food quality and service quality nailed, and I'll be sharing how great they are with family, friends, coworkers, and anybody else until I return again. Thank you for this experience! read more

We had a delightful experience visiting this restaurant. The food was truly amazing, and the service was wonderful. The environment was also very pleasant, and everything was beautifully presented. Parking was convenient, as there was a spacious parking area behind the restaurant. My only suggestion, while appreciating all aspects of our visit, concerns the 4% service fee charged for employee health insurance. It felt a bit out of place to itemize this on the bill, and the option for customers to request its removal seemed rather unprofessional. While I am happy to tip 20% for excellent service, an additional 4% specifically for employee healthcare felt somewhat excessive. The restaurants should build it in to their food. The customers should not have to incurred this cost. That's why some LA restaurants lost customers because of this fee. read more

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Excellent food with a laid back vibe. One of San Diego area's Michelin starred restaurants, Juene et Jolie is an amazing place for a date, a celebration or just a nice meal. Located in Carlsbad, the restaurant is has a small indoor space and a large patio. Tables are far enough away that you aren't listening in to someone else's conversation all night. Reservations are available online. For dinner they offer a 4 course prix fixe menu. The menu changes regularly, however, every time I've been here the food has been excellent. The prix fixe menu has 4 courses. There are a selection of 3 options for each course. The concept behind the menu is well thought out. The black cod with persimmon was a highlight as was the pork with quince, turnup and walnut. The combination of the sweet and savory flavors hit the spot perfectly. Service here is good. Not crazy like some places, but good and laid back. Drinks were refilled on time. The wait staff was super friendly and chatty. They added to the ambience nicely. If you're looking for a nice meal in the San Diego area this is an amazing option. read more

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Came here with my husband for a date, and it was such a cute restaurant! We both had the set dinner menu. We both thought the food was very good, and I was full at the end of it, but my husband said it wasn't filling to him. It comes in four courses with little bites in between, and it's nice that you get to try a bit of everything. There is a big variety. The service was very good, and the staff were super friendly. Overall a great experience. Only criticisms were that it was pretty cold that day and the space heaters don't help all that much, so my husband and I were both shivering throughout dinner. And also, be warned that they automatically add a surcharge to your check, not including tip. You can ask for it to be waived, but I personally find this kind of awkward. read more

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Magnificent!!! The service 5 stars , the atmosphere so beautiful, and the food ...each bite was better than the next!! Started with a welcome cocktail followed by the artistry that is called a meal! From crudo, to tartare, trout, scallops, and Wagyu sooooooooooo delicious! Best place to celebrate an anniversary! read more

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My wife and I had a marvelous time dining here. The vibes are upscale and pure elegance. The decor is pristine and for a minute I felt like I was back in the French Riviera. Service is amazing, the staff is kind and very friendly. Decor-5/5 stars! Service-5/5 stars! Food-3/5 stars. The food was a bit of a disappointment, but maybe our expectations were too high considering the Michelin Star. Noting really stood out above normal . We'd love to come back and have drinks at bar and watch the action again. read more

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Must say this was a treat. You don't really choose the menu at least it was like that for us. The service was outstanding and the experience was great. You get the opportunity to try combinations you may not think about. My wife and I went for a celebration and it was well worth it and deserved. We would highly recommend this place and the environment was relaxing. read more

Great ambiance at the bar The big platter was delicious. Best mussel i ever had in my life!!! Cocktails were unique and nice but not worth the price in terms of complexity and volume. Service was great too read more

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This is more of a fine dining place that was really fun to visit. I love the atmosphere. It's an open kitchen concept, which you get to experience if you sit inside - either indoor tables or at the bar. Plateau de fruits de mer: 7/10. Good. I appreciate the variety. It's just that it was expensive for what you get. Homard: 8/10. Very unique dish which is why I got it. The foam was super interesting. The lobster was very tender and flavorful. It was a delightful experience to eat. Again, just expensive. Porc: 7/10. Very tender and good flavor. I'm surprised this is considered one of the heftier parts of the meal as it felt like a portion very similar to the homard. The little pearl onions were delicious. Overall, very pricey. I don't do fine dining often and this might be why. I would recommend reservations for a table if possible, because maybe I would've felt like it was more of a fine dining experience. That said, watching the chefs work in the open kitchen was fascinating. I think a table inside with the multi course menu would be the perfect experience here. I asked for recommendations of what to order and the staff were all super knowledgeable and I appreciated their input. The service was fantastic and everyone was super nice. Parking is plentiful in the back and free. read more

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A much anticipated resy, saved it for our milestone anniversary. Reservations can be made online (deposit), but they can't be changed or altered or you don't get much help via phone it leads to an automated system and sms/email don't get responses. There's street parking and easy access. The two seater tables are very small, barely hold the course and complementary sides. Service is alright, a bit lacking. And courses come out really slow. Food is ok/lackluster. We weren't wowed by anything and we did not like a few courses. So this is a prix-fixe - 4 courses with atleast one vegetarian option and pescatarian option. Further they gave us some options to accommodate our mushroom intolerance. It started with an amuse bouche made of cauliflower bread egg yolk and either truffle or caviar (based on diet). This was really obnoxious. Not at all amuse bouchey ! The yolk was so pungent and polarizing. The apps were buttermilk truffle salad and a crudo,both were ok. Next came some bread and butter with a chikpea pannise and a cod. The courses were better than app but still nothing extraordinary. Mains were lentil and trout (pretty sure this was salmon?!) and the server said morel mushrooms while there were none in the dish. Dessert was actually our least favorite and one we were most looking forward to. Coffee and chocolate based both felt neither sweet nor interesting. Coffee felt like milk pudding. Their drinks are nice - Sazerac and then milk punch in that order. The price is steep and at that point as well as the Michelin recognition I guess we expected much more. read more

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We had heard about Jeune Et Jolie from our friends and we wanted to give it a try. Upon arriving, parking was a little challenging to find. There is a parking lot behind the restaurant, but the lot was very full and dark. But lucky a spot opened up for us. When we made our way to the host station, we were greeted promptly and within a short time, escorted to our table. The restaurant was bustling and the kitchen looked like a well oiled machine ready for our orders. We ordered a couple of drinks that were delicious. The highlights were the foods though. Each dish came out meticulously plated. Each dish was flavorful and balanced. Overall a great experience. Looking forward to our next trip back. read more

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My friend invited me to join her for her birthday dinner celebration. I never been to Jeune et Jolie (aka Young and Beautiful) but heard the name a lot. I was sooo excited to finally try it. Come to find out later, it's one of the top Michelin restaurants in Southern California. I stepped into a dimly lighted restaurant filled with elegance in the air. It definitely had a youthfulness vibe based on the color scheme of the decor and was indeed beauuutiful in every way. My friend's choice in restaurant was exquisitely perrrfect for this occasion. The service was suuuper stellar from the start when engaging with the hostess outside then our waiter inside. When I looked at the prix-fix menu options, everything sounded delicious; although, it took some time to make a selection. I'm sure glad I did because my dinner was fabulously amazzzing. All I can think of is how each course had a lovely delicate artful appearance. My palate couldn't wait to enjoy each bite of the delightful picturesque dish. Oooh là là, this place is where food is elevated to the utmost and mastered as a true art form. My compliments to the chef. Très très magnifique!! So if you're into fine...fine dining, I highly recommend Jeune et Jolie :-) read more

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Let me just say, this opinion is coming from someone who has never ventured a michelin star restaurant before. This gem is located in the heart of Carlsbad. Tommy assisted my family and I and right off the bat, you can tell how knowledgeable he was of the restaurant and chef's mission. In addition, it was a huge plus to have Tommy serve us, because he was just so charismatic! We ended up coming here for the four course meal- my family and I tried to diversify so we can try most of the options, and let me tell you, it did not disappoint. I will also say, as a fairly adventurous eater, do not sleep on the vegetarian options! They were so delicious and each bite was packed with intentional flavor. The leeks were a stand out for me! Of the four dishes I picked, the only meat option I went with was the duck, and it was seasoned and cooked to perfection. What I also loved about Jeune et Jolie was how they also had a non-alcoholic pairing with the meal. This option makes me more inclined to come back with my s/o who chooses not to drink alcoholic beverages. Everything we ate and drank had such purpose. While you'd probably spend a pretty penny here, it was all worth it. The staff, atmosphere, food, and drinks were absolutely perfect. Thank you to Tommy and the staff for a wonderful experience! I highly recommend Jeune et Jolie to anyone looking for an upscale experience! - read more

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So good! My family and I visited for my birthday and we had an incredible experience. We sat outside, which was beautiful, despite the weather. The staff was so kind to turn up the heaters and offer us blankets. Likewise, our server was extremely gracious and knowledgeable. The food and cocktails were all incredible, we enjoyed every bite. Will be back! read more

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I've been here when it first opened and got lots of fanfare and wanted to come back. This time around, it was my birthday and my friend and I were originally heading over to Campfire for a casual dinner and it was a 45 min wait for a table so we walked around and ended up at Jeune et Jolie. They had immediate available tables on the patio and my friend was game to check out the prix fixe dinner menu. We started with a bottle of white burgundy wine- nothing terribly fancy but it went very well with the soft flavors of the fish courses and the sweet/savory of the appetizers. Each course came with an explanation and I didn't have to get the entire history of each ingredient-- it was approachable and understated. Every single dish was clearly prepared with immense detail and deserved its place in a Michelin starred restaurant. My friend decided to splurge on a few upgrades involving caviar so we just went for it and were not disappointed. Overall, I love that Jeune et Jolie continues to offer excellence- it's consistent and it's approachable. I wasn't expecting to get a table on a weekend night. Surprises are beautiful and that's was J &J offers- delightful unexpected experiences. read more

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Wow, this was the best meal I had in ages! I was so happy we decided to stop by on the way to San Diego. Every dish was mindblowing - especially the uni, halibut, and crudo Loved the attention to detail in their dishes. They had superb service, and even gave us a celebratory toast for my birthday, along with a cute card. Vibes were super cozy, like a French bistro. I highly recommend this restaurant as a cute date night spot or girls night out. read more

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Ahh, Jeune et Jolie. I was itching to come here, and so happy to have finally made the trek over. The Carlsbad fine dining establishment was my opportunity to make up for the fact that I had never gotten to visit Auburn in Los Angeles. Walking up to Jeune et Jolie, what can I say - the place is gorgeous! It's super cute, mixing fine dining and casual in a pleasant way, and just absolutely, well, welcoming. We sat outside and enjoyed the calm and the last of the summer sun. It got a little chillier in the evening. The menus are also rather simple and take a lot of the decision-making out of the struggle. There are a handful of options for each course, and honestly if you wanted, you could share the portions. They're small, but not that small. If you have a party of 3-4, feel free to literally get everything on the menu. I did enjoy the wine pairing, cocktails, and oysters we ordered as well. I'm not sure it's worth going into a course-by-course since I imagine it changes regularly, but the pictures should do some justice. I still think about the surprise bread course, and the steak tartare is a favorite. I struggle here on the final rating. I'm tempted to give it a 5 star review, but I think for the price range, there should be just a touch more of something - the service, the portions, something (not everything). The service was friendly but intermittent and could use some slight refinement around the edges. Not everyone will be filled up at the end of the night. In fact, I expect there is a large contingent that will want another course or two to finish things off. But maybe the argument is that this isn't true "fine dining", and that's what Lilo is for. Maybe. But for what Jeune et Jolie is? I appreciate it. I'm willing to try Chef Bost's other creations at Lilo and Wildflower. read more

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Not trying to be a hater, but honestly not worth a Michelin star. The only thing Michelin worthy is the amount of times they changed our utensils. It's an open concept kitchen with pretty cute diner-like vibes along the sides of the restaurant. Let's start out with the drinks. Aesthetically it was fun, because it came in a long milkshake glass, and being in a diner-like booth, it really gave me diner vibes. It was almost all ice and barely any drink. The taste was not too bad but a little overly sweet. We opted for the raw bar appetizer option (plateau de fruits de mer), which came with an oyster, prawn, bay scallop, and mussel. The bay scallop was my favorite but the rest were pretty good too. There were 4 people in our party so we pretty much tried everything on the menu. Honestly, the presentation was very good but the taste of everything did not live up to its Michelin name. The bread and butter was provably the best part of the meal along with the amuse bouche that were sprinkled throughout the meal. We opted for the more expensive beef option but it really wasn't worth it. The meat was pretty tough and I can make a better steak grilling a choice steak on a grill. The service was great and they constantly checked up on us and changed our utensils, but it was really overboard in my opinion. read more

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