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Le Coq

$50 and over

Contemporary French

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2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 37 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
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Le Coq is James Beard Best Chef finalist Tara Monsod’s new wave French steakhouse. Inspired by the modern Parisian culinary landscape, chef Tara reinvents classic dishes through her signature approach, blending cross-cultural references and ingredients for a distinctly SoCal expression of French cuisine. Bright touches and hyper-seasonal products ground the menu with San Diego style, while nods to chef Tara’s Southeast Asian background are interwoven throughout. Located in downtown La Jolla in a 1930’s historic building with exposed brick walls, steel trusses, and a barrel-vaulted ceiling. Into this storied shell is inserted a posh 1970’s diner club.

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Executive chef: Tara Monsod

From the OpenTable editors: The latest hotspot from powerhouse restaurant group Puffer Malarkey Collective, Le Coq is where you go for modern takes on French classics with SoCal and Asian influences. James Beard Award-nominated chef Tara Monsod dazzles with standout dishes like a duck l’orange with tamarind puree, kumquat, and chicory. Original exposed brick walls in the historic 1930s building, red velvet booths, and lush plants add to the swanky Parisian vibe.

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary French, French, Steakhouse
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–1:00 am
Phone number
(858) 427-1500
Website
http://lecoq.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
7837 Herschel Ave, San Diego, CA 92037-4408
Neighborhood
La Jolla
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Wine

Experiences

Christmas Eve
$95.00 per person
Dec 24, 2024 only
Gather with your loved ones at Le Coq this Christmas Eve. We're looking forward to hosting you for a traditional Christmas dinner, with a French Slant. Your feast will feature 4 courses and bread service. Price per adult is $95 and price per child (12 & under) is $42.
New Year's Eve Early Seating
$110.00 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
Ring in 2025 with us at Le Coq! We will offer a pre-fixe menu with 4 courses, bread service, and opulent add-ons. The last seating will offer a champagne toast and DJ music. Price is $110 for the early seatings and $130/ea 8:00pm and later.
NYE Late Seating
$130.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Ring in 2025 with us at Le Coq! We will offer a pre-fixe menu with 4 courses, bread service, and opulent add-ons. The last seating will offer a champagne toast and DJ music. Price is $110 for the early seatings and $130/ea 8:00pm and later.

What 274 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
3.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Le Coq in La Jolla delivers a dynamic dining experience with inventive French-inspired dishes. Guests rave about the "exquisite cuisine," "attentive service," and "beautiful ambiance." Highlights include the unique chicken skin butter, tuna tartare, and pistachio dessert. While some note high noise levels, the overall experience is memorable and worth trying.

274 Reviews

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Lauren
San Diego
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had Thanksgiving dinner here and it was excellent.
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Angel
San Diego
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Service was good, not exceptional . Food was either very good or just average. Some dishes were outstanding, some disappointing. Tuna, salmon, mashed potatoes were outstanding. Turkey, short rib, average. The vibe is pretty darn cool. Bathrooms are a work of art. Getting food consistently exceptional at this price point would bring us back.
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Amanda
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had the Thanksgiving meal, amazing price for not only the quality but also the quantity we got. Service was excellent, ambiance made me feel like i was in europe. Overall 10/10!
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Cristina
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The special Thanksgiving dinner was excellent! I wished the side dishes had more greens, because I ended up having too much potatoe. French fries with my filet mignon and mash potatoes for side. The desserts were heavenly!
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Mark
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My sister and I decided to spend our Thanksgiving lunch at Le Coq in La Jolla, and it was an absolutely incredible experience. From the moment we walked in, we were welcomed with warmth and a sophisticated yet cozy ambiance that set the tone for our holiday meal. Our waiter, Chris, went above and beyond to make our visit exceptional. He was attentive, knowledgeable, and made fantastic recommendations that elevated our dining experience. His professionalism and genuine friendliness added a personal touch that made our Thanksgiving lunch feel truly special. The food was exquisite, with every dish showcasing the perfect balance of flavor, creativity, and presentation. Each bite felt like a celebration, and it was clear that great care and passion went into crafting the menu. Le Coq is a gem in La Jolla, and it made our holiday memorable in the best way possible. I can’t recommend it highly enough and will definitely be returning for another unforgettable meal. Thank you to Chris and the entire team for making our Thanksgiving extraordinary! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
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Yasmin
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Thanksgiving lunch was great, food was amazing! Service was soooo good! Our new favourite place.
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Nicholaus
Hawaii
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Top notch food and service. Can’t wait to come back.
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Aniel
Los Angeles
53 reviews
vip
3.0
53 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and svc is great. The only thing of annoyance is an extra 4% Svc Charge - on top of 20 % Gratuity. Just ridiculous!
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StillHungry
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful dining experience. Great food and service and truly beautiful ambiance. The space and vibe is special.
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joy
Los Angeles
10 reviews
vip
4.0
10 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The dining room is beautiful, the staff is very attentive, the management is gracious and on point!
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FAQs

Le Coq is rated 4.4 stars by 274 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 37 times today

Experiences are available.

7837 Herschel Ave, San Diego, CA 92037-4408

Additional information

Neighborhood
La Jolla
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–1:00 am
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary French, French, Steakhouse
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Wine

Website
http://lecoq.com/
Phone number
(858) 427-1500

Le Coq

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Experiences

Christmas Eve

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NYE Late Seating

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What 274 people are saying

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