The French Gourmet

4.7

1588 Reviews

$30 and under

French

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 5 times today

Neighbourhood 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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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
French, Continental, American
Hours of Operation
Brunch Daily 09:00–15:00 Happy Hour Wed–Sun 15:00–18:00 Dinner Wed–Sun 16:00–21:00
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
Area
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, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Private dining

Offers

Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Sun - 16:00 - 20:00,Wed - Sat - 16:00 - 20:00
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 - 16:00 - 20:00
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 - 16:00 - 20:00
No corkage fee for wine in the restaurant or wine brought from outside.

Popular dishes

What 1,588 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
4.6Service
4.3Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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San Diego
French
San Diego
French

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The French Gourmet offers a "charming" dining experience with "amazing" French cuisine. Known for its "delicious" brunches and diverse menu, it features standout dishes like escargot and French onion soup. The staff, including favorites like Mark and Antonio, provide attentive service. Despite some service hiccups, it remains a "favorite" for many patrons.

1,588 Reviews

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Matt
San Diego5 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent service and fantastic food. Seating outside isn't too loud with the street noise.
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Kristen VIP
San Diego6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time here even though I've lived in the area since 2007. Great menu options for all palates. The desserts were unreal too. We had attentive service. Would recommend to others.
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Ronda
New York City8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely little restaurant! Not sure how we have never been here over the many years we have come to this area. Food was delicious and the drinks were fancy! We were too full after dinner for dessert so we bought some dessert at the entrance of the restaurant to enjoy later:)
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FAIRREVUE VIP
San Diego10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great local spot for breakfast, lunch and dinner Will miss it!!!
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deborah VIP
San Diego20 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 February 2025
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 Diego1 review
5.0
Dined on 9 February 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
Philadelphia866 reviews
4.0
Dined on 8 February 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 DC21 reviews
5.0
Dined on 7 February 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 Diego2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 February 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 VIP
San Diego103 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 February 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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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 4.7 stars by 1588 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

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 5 times today

Order delivery or takeout

960 Turquoise Street, San Diego, CA 92109

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Cass Street
Area
Pacific Beach
Hours of Operation
Brunch Daily 09:00–15:00 Happy Hour Wed–Sun 15:00–18:00 Dinner Wed–Sun 16:00–21:00
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, Takeaway, 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 booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Private dining