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Little Frenchie

Name: Little Frenchie
Address: 1166 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA, United States, 92118
Telephone: (619) 675-0041
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

$30 and under

French

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2 people

23 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 54 times today

Charming
Neighbourhood gem
Great for brunch

Little Frenchie is a chef-driven approachable bistro modeled after Parisian neighborhood cafes. Enjoy our rotating menu of Provencal classics, our immense selection of unique cheeses imported from France and our extensive wine collection from both France and California. We take pride in the imported and local ingredients we use; our produce is sourced from regional farmers, and our seafood from local area fisherman.

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Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Matt Sramek

MICHELIN Plate
2022

From the OpenTable editors: It could be the red leather banquettes, cheese counter, or silver buckets of wine, but everything about Little Frenchie screams Paris. Fuel your idyllic getaway with bistro classics like crepes and moules frites, very drinkable glasses of French and Californian wines, and a breathtaking seven-layer chocolate cake with Chantilly cream.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
French, Contemporary French / American, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Brunch Daily 09:00–15:00 Happy Hour Mon–Thu 15:00–18:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 15:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 15:00–22:00
Phone number
(619) 675-0041
Website
http://www.littlefrenchiesd.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
1166 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Area
Coronado
Cross Street
Orange Avenue
Parking details
None
Additional
Beer, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

French BaguetteUS$7.00
normandy butter, sea salt
Burgundy EscargotsUS$23.00
garlic-herb butter, baguette
Endive SaladUS$19.00
candied pecan, apple, fourme d'ambert, cider vinaigrette
Steak TartareUS$23.00
angus beef, capers, dijon, shallot, egg yolk, toasted baguette
Jardine SaladUS$16.00
petite lettuce, shaved vegetables. fines herbs, shallot vinaigrette
Bone Marrow RôtiUS$22.00
fennel confit, mustard seed, fine herbs
Roasted Beet SaladUS$22.00
purple haze goat cheese, castelfranco, fall citrus, aged sherry vinaigrette
Onion Soup GratinéeUS$18.00
aged comté cheese, country bread

Cheese Board

Choose 3 for $21, 4 for $24, 5 for $28, 6 for $31. Rotating daily selection of artisan cheeses. Served with french baguette, house jam, candied pecans, and seasonal accompaniments

Barely Buzzed (Cow) Uinta, UT
Epoisses (Cow) Bourgogne, France
Tomme du Savoir Fermier (Cow) Savoy, France
Humboldt Fog (Goat) Cypress Grove, CA
Petit Agour (Sheep) Auvergne, France
Saint Angel (Cow) Guilloteau, France
Fourme d'Ambert Blue (Cow) Puy-de-Dôme Auvergne, France
Bayley Hazen Blue (Raw Cow) Jasper Hill, Vermont
Rogue River Blue (Cow) Central Point, Oregon

Entrées

Niçoise SaladUS$24.00
albacore, cherry tomato, fingerling potato, green bean, hard boiled egg, niçoise olive, sherry vinaigrette
Classic Moules FritesUS$32.00
salt spring mussels, white wine, crème fraîche, pomme frites
Le BurgerUS$24.00
raclette cheese, onion confit, aïoli, frites, cornichon
Frenchie's Beef DipUS$23.00
slow roasted beef, aïoli, comte cheese, caramelized onion, beef jus, mixed greens
Coquille St. JacquesUS$48.00
seared scallops, celeriac purée, cauliflower, fennel and celery salad
QuicheUS$19.00
bacon, spinach, comté cheese, caramelized onion, mixed greens
Moules MoucladeUS$38.00
salt spring mussels, vadouvan curry, charred lemon, levain
Steak FritesUS$60.00
prime new york, maître d'hôtel butter, pommes frites
Loup de Mer a là GrenobloiseUS$39.00
mediterranean seabass, sautéed spinach, lemon, capers, beurre noisette
Croque MadameUS$20.00
brioche, ham, comté mornay, sunny side egg, mixed greens
Smoked Salmon TartineUS$22.00
levain toast, soft scrambled eggs, creme fraiche, red onion and capers
Herb OmeletteUS$19.00
boursin cheese, fines herbs, mixed green salad
- Add 1/2 Oz Kaluga CaviarUS$28.00

Sides

Roasted Heirloom CarrotsUS$14.00
basil pistou, toasted pistachio
Pommes FritesUS$8.00
house cut kennebec potato, garlic aioli
Haricot VertUS$12.00
sauteed haricot vert, mustard greens, lemon
Asparagus GratineeUS$14.00
mornay sauce, gruyére cheese

What 1,436 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Diego
Great for brunch
San Diego
French
San Diego
Great for brunch
San Diego
French

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Little Frenchie offers a delightful fusion of European charm and exquisite flavors in the heart of Coronado. Known for its "yummy food" and "impeccable staff," this French bistro excels with dishes like buckwheat crepes and short ribs. Enjoy a chic, pet-friendly ambiance, "outstanding service," and a memorable dining experience.

1,436 Reviews

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Yael
Pittsburgh
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
The service and ambiance outside were very nice but the food was terrible. The dining area and the bathroom were very dirty. I wouldn’t recommend eating here
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Roberta
VIP
Central Coast
106 reviews
5.0
106 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was very good & service was especially good. Great options for food - including vegetarian….and the roasted carrots were my favorite!
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Brian
San Diego
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We make it a point to eat here before taking in a play at the theater nearby. Our server was attentive and the food is always very good. I strongly recommend the beef tartare, french onion soup, asparagus in mornay sauce and the French dip sandwich. Great ambiance as well. Lively but not too loud. Thanks Little Frenchie!
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ToNy
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Celebrated our wedding anniversary over breakfast. Everything was amazing service excellent
Little FrenchieResponded 1 day ago
Bonjour, We are truly honored that you chose to celebrate such a special occasion with us. It brings us so much joy to know that everything—from the cuisine to the service—was excellent for your anniversary breakfast. Congratulations once again, and we hope to welcome you back soon for more memorable moments!
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Priscilla
San Diego
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Ok place, our server was not very attentive, nice, but just a general friendly server. Would of preferred a refill of water or coffee before my cup/glass was empty. We went for breakfast and its wasn’t busy, so not sure why it took very long for our food, pastries and service to be delivered. My favorite part was the hot chocolate, super delicious. I would just go again for that alone.
Little FrenchieResponded 1 day ago
Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the hot chocolate—it’s a favorite of ours too! That said, we’re truly sorry the overall service and pacing didn’t meet your expectations. We’ll use your comments to help improve our attentiveness and efficiency, as your satisfaction is very important to us. We hope you’ll give us another opportunity to deliver the warm and seamless experience we strive for.
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Lisa
VIP
Los Angeles
33 reviews
2.0
33 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Underwhelming again. Second visit here & very disappointing. To echo another reviewer, quiche was incredibly over salted and the crust was tough due to heating preparation. Scallops were average at best. We especially enjoy French cuisine and I have to say I find it somewhat surprising to see this as Michelin recognized….third time will not be the charm!
Little FrenchieResponded 1 day ago
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We are deeply sorry to hear about your disappointing experience, especially given your appreciation for French cuisine. The issues you’ve described regarding the quiche and scallops fall short of the standards we hold ourselves to, and we truly regret letting you down. We take your comments to heart and will be reviewing these concerns with our culinary team to ensure improvements are made. While we understand your frustration, we would greatly appreciate the opportunity to restore your confidence in us.
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Patricia
VIP
Washington DC
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food and excellent service! We will return!
Little FrenchieResponded 1 day ago
Bonjour, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We are thrilled you enjoyed our cuisine—it is a true labor of love inspired by the flavors and traditions of France. We look forward to delighting you again soon!
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SARA
VIP
San Diego
131 reviews
5.0
131 reviews
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We loved Little Frenchie. The brunch is fantastic. We had the All American breakfast, Omelet, Wagyu burger and some dessert, Almond croissant & expresso. Everything was delicious.
Little FrenchieResponded on 15 December 2024
Merci beaucoup for your kind words! We’re so delighted you loved your brunch experience at Little Frenchie. From the All American breakfast and omelet to the Wagyu burger and those sweet moments with dessert, it sounds like you enjoyed a true feast! We take great pride in crafting our croissants daily, so hearing how much you enjoyed the almond croissant and espresso warms our hearts. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon for another delicious taste of France.
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Karen
VIP
Hawaii
35 reviews
5.0
35 reviews
Dined on 11 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The onion soup is marvelous - great flavors and textures. Don't expect to look lady-like with the cheese that doesn't stop.
Little FrenchieResponded on 12 December 2024
Bonjour Karen! We love hearing that our onion soup is a crowd-pleaser! It's definitely a hearty and indulgent dish. Love your lady like comment, the cheese truly adds to the magic of the dish! Hope to welcome you back soon.
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kim
VIP
San Diego
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a fabulous delicious brunch and highly recommend. The French toast is amazing and LF’s has the best Avocado toast in Coronado as well as San Diego!
Little FrenchieResponded on 10 December 2024
Wow, merci beaucoup for your amazing review! We’re absolutely thrilled you had such a fabulous brunch with us! Hearing that you loved the French Toast and crowned our Avocado Toast the best in Coronado—and all of San Diego—has us over the moon! The perfectly textured bread really does make it special, and we’re so excited to have delivered a meal you’ll remember. We can’t wait to welcome you back for even more delicious delights!
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FAQs

Little Frenchie offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 675-0041.

Little Frenchie is rated 4.7 stars by 1436 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

23 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 54 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1166 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Cross Street
Orange Avenue
Area
Coronado
Hours of Operation
Brunch Daily 09:00–15:00 Happy Hour Mon–Thu 15:00–18:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 15:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 15:00–22:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
French, Contemporary French / American, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.littlefrenchiesd.com/
Phone number
(619) 675-0041

Little Frenchie

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Why they're an Icon

MICHELIN Plate

Additional information

Onion Soup Gratinée

Quiche

Le Burger

Hors d'Oeuvre

French BaguetteUS$7.00

Burgundy EscargotsUS$23.00

Endive SaladUS$19.00

Steak TartareUS$23.00

Jardine SaladUS$16.00

Bone Marrow RôtiUS$22.00

Roasted Beet SaladUS$22.00

Onion Soup GratinéeUS$18.00

Cheese Board

Barely Buzzed (Cow) Uinta, UT

Epoisses (Cow) Bourgogne, France

Tomme du Savoir Fermier (Cow) Savoy, France

Humboldt Fog (Goat) Cypress Grove, CA

Petit Agour (Sheep) Auvergne, France

Saint Angel (Cow) Guilloteau, France

Fourme d'Ambert Blue (Cow) Puy-de-Dôme Auvergne, France

Bayley Hazen Blue (Raw Cow) Jasper Hill, Vermont

Rogue River Blue (Cow) Central Point, Oregon

Entrées

Niçoise SaladUS$24.00

Classic Moules FritesUS$32.00

Le BurgerUS$24.00

Frenchie's Beef DipUS$23.00

Coquille St. JacquesUS$48.00

QuicheUS$19.00

Moules MoucladeUS$38.00

Steak FritesUS$60.00

Loup de Mer a là GrenobloiseUS$39.00

Croque MadameUS$20.00

Smoked Salmon TartineUS$22.00

Herb OmeletteUS$19.00

Sides

Roasted Heirloom CarrotsUS$14.00

Pommes FritesUS$8.00

Haricot VertUS$12.00

Asparagus GratineeUS$14.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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How is Little Frenchie restaurant rated?

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Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

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