The French Gourmet

4.6

1587 Reviews

$30 and under

French

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2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Neighborhood gem
Charming
Good for special occasions

OUTDOOR PATIO & INDOOR SEATING IS OPEN FOR BRUNCH 7 days a week!
HAPPY HOUR & DINNER (Wednesday-Sunday)
Our restaurant serves California-influenced French cuisine in our completely remodeled outdoor patio and indoor wine boutique, brand new menu and bar with signature craft cocktails. We are a long-time favorite of locals who appreciate the personal service and our extensive wine list. After more than four decades of serving our clients, it is as much an honor and a privilege, as it is a reassurance to know, that while culinary trends come and go, appreciation and dedication to quality endure.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
French, Continental, American
Hours of operation
Brunch Daily 9:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Wed–Sun 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(858) 488-1725 ext. 316
Website
http://www.thefrenchgourmet.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Also a versatile San Diego catering company, our products are all prepared fresh daily on the premises. The dishes conjured up in our kitchen reflect a commitment to originality, freshness and the celebration of taste. Our knowledgeable sales team will work with you to create a menu and style that will compliment your event and your budget. As a local catering company, we can provide you with china, glassware, place settings, equipment rentals, servers and bartenders, and much more.

Location
960 Turquoise Street, San Diego, CA 92109
Neighborhood
Pacific Beach
Cross street
Cass Street
Parking details
There is 15 minute parking in front of the bakery, and parking on nearby side streets.
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Sun - 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM,Wed - Sat - 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Happy Hour 3pm-6pm Wednesday-Sunday Food Specials $3 off all -Appetizers -Soups -Salads Drink Specials $5 -House Wines -Sparkling -Sparkling Rose -Canned Stone Beer $7.50 French 75 $8 Craft Cocktail Of The Day
Dinner For Two Thursday Night
Multiple dates available
Thu - 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Dinner for two for $79 Two select entrees, a preselected bottle of red or white wine and one dessert to share.
Wine Wednesday
Multiple dates available
Wed - 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM
No corkage fee for wine in the restaurant or wine brought from outside.

Popular dishes

What 1,587 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.5Service
4.3Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Diego
French
San Diego
French

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The French Gourmet in San Diego is celebrated for its "fantastic atmosphere" and "great food," with standout dishes like the French onion soup and filet mignon. Guests praise the "exceptional" service and cozy interior. Diners enjoy generous portions and a variety of menu offerings, making it a beloved neighborhood gem.

1,587 Reviews

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deborah
VIP
San Diego
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very positive experience all around. We will return.
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Paul
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From the always delicious escargot appetizer to the sumptuous Beef Bourgingon (perfectly paired with a glass of merlot) to the tasty Shrimp and perfect crunch of the truffle fries, my wife and I had a delicious date night dinner! And the pear tart was the perfect way to end the meal. J. Paul and Janine
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Edward
VIP
Philadelphia
864 reviews
4.0
864 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We’ve dined at this French bistro many times and are always happy and satisfied with our dinner. Top-notch value for authentic French cooking and great pastries to take home for the next morning’s breakfast. I love the calves liver smothered in onions.
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William
VIP
Washington DC
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on February 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went for the Thursday "Date Night" menu and were very pleased with the entree and desert options as well as the red wine selection. Great service and neighborhood ambiance.
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Wade
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Went for restaurant week for the prix fixe menu. Appetizers at my table were the crab cakes and mussels. The crab cakes came with two sauces, both good. The mussels in herbed butter eaten with French bread for dipping was excellent. Mains were the Beef Wellington which was cooked to perfection and served with an exquisite brown sauce, and the Sea Bass with a tarragon lobster sauce, also amazing. They were served with haricot verts and scalloped potatoes both good. Dessert was a warm pear tart, very good, and a white sponge cake with raspberries and marzipan which was a bit overwhelming. The wine paring was well done. Service was solid. We will be returning.
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Dennis
San Diego
103 reviews
5.0
103 reviews
Dined on February 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding meal and huge value for San Diego Restaurant Week. Service from Alex was attentive and spot on. Escargot were delicious and not sure how the chef makes the eggs so fluffy but we're amazing. Real neighborhood gem!
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Patricia
VIP
San Diego
9 reviews
2.0
9 reviews
Dined on February 2, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Disappointed in the Restaurant Week menu. Coquille St Jaques was swimming in a bland sauce, with under cooked potatoes au gratin.
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Lisa
Central Coast
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food and the service were very good. The Value was amazing! This is a very busy week with Restaurant Week Our server was on it! We had a table of 6 and the restaurant was full. So great Job!
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Max
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great friendly service! We went for brunch and it was delicious!
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Gail
VIP
San Diego
53 reviews
5.0
53 reviews
Dined on January 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server was exceptional! I hosted lunch for friends and was delightfully surprised it happened on Restaurant Week. The value was excellent.
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FAQs

The French Gourmet offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 488-1725 ext. 316.

The French Gourmet is rated 4.6 stars by 1587 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

960 Turquoise Street, San Diego, CA 92109

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Cass Street
Neighborhood
Pacific Beach
Hours of operation
Brunch Daily 9:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Wed–Sun 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
French, Continental, American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
There is 15 minute parking in front of the bakery, and parking on nearby side streets.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.thefrenchgourmet.com/
Phone number
(858) 488-1725 ext. 316
Catering
Also a versatile San Diego catering company, our products are all prepared fresh daily on the premises. The dishes conjured up in our kitchen reflect a commitment to originality, freshness and the celebration of taste. Our knowledgeable sales team will work with you to create a menu and style that will compliment your event and your budget. As a local catering company, we can provide you with china, glassware, place settings, equipment rentals, servers and bartenders, and much more.

The French Gourmet

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Offers

Happy Hour

Dinner For Two Thursday Night

Wine Wednesday

Popular dishes

French Gourmet Toast

Churro French Toast

Truffle Fries

Menu

What 1,587 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does The French Gourmet offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The French Gourmet restaurant rated?

Is The French Gourmet currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information