I haven’t been here in five or six years and I immediately noticed when we got here that they updated the decor and it looks great inside. We had the filet mignon, duck a l’orange, mussels, scampi in tarragon butter and crème brûlée for dessert. Our server Juan was lovely and we will back soon. Very impressed by how consistently good this place has been for the last 53 years.
A real hidden gem in the valley. I have been to all French bistros in the valley and this is easily in my top two or three. Being that there are six that I know of it really is better than most. I love how it’s tucked just off Ventura Blvd so parking is easier and it feels more like a neighborhood restaurant that way. It’s small on the inside but the seating is really laid out well with lots of different booths and seating options. The menu is small but has a lot of great options. Tonight however I chose solely from the specials menu.
I started off with the Bone Marrow appetizer and it was fantastic. The gravy they put on top of it really added to the flavor and made me want to order another. Honestly it was one of the better bone marrow appetizers I have had in town. For my entrée I chose the special for the night the Pacific Dory Grenobloise. Delicious sauce which I’ve had before, with one of my favorite fishes: the John Dory. It was cooked perfectly and was a great sized portion. Finally for dessert I topped it off with a Grand Marnier Soufflé and loved it. It was done perfectly and better than a lot of others I have had in town being that this is my favorite dessert so I order it as often as I can.
Overall a fantastic meal in a very casual but classy environment. I would recommend to anyone dining in the valley, any fan of French bistros, or anyone looking for a great meal.
First time having french food and it was delish! Had the lobster ravioli and frog legs. Loved both of the dishes. The new manager Michael was a great host and waiter. He was very attentive and friendly. Even gave my husband and I a glass of champagne on the house for looking so dressed up. Will def go back again!
Great, traditional French food with great service.
Loveeee this restaurant, it’s a gem to say the least. We were introduced to it about a year ago by some good friends that have been going there for 45 years. The ambiance, the service, the food is above 5 stars. The owner and the waiters go above and beyond to make you feel special. The food?… delicious and fresh!! This is our once a month date night with my hubby.
We have enjoyed rediscovery of this lovely french restaurant. The staff is attentive, the ambience is delightful and the food is consistently delicious. We have been pleased and are repeat patrons.
The sauteed mushroom appetizer shown in the picture is excellent.
Charming ambiance, George was friendly & informative, my beef bourgignon was delicious.
The food was very good, and the service was great! Perfect for a fancy night out to enjoy some rich, delicious food. The dessert was quite the experience! Enjoy some flames and a show with your crepe. We will be back again O am sure.
The salmon in coconut white wine sauce served with dark cherries is amazing. Complex flavor pairings on a plate totally unseen before coming here. The cream sauce they make for the soufflé is a labor not many restaurants go through it takes 36 eggs or so. The Marsala mushrooms and sweetbreads are another great traditional flavor to look forward to and try. The poached pear is very visually appealing. Everything here is made from scratch except the Ice cream I give this place 5 stars. A must try on Ventura that has existed since the 70s.
There are no words to describe how wonderful this restaurant truly is. It is our favorite restaurant on the planet.The food is exquisite to say the least, the ambience is second to none and the staff are simply priceless! There are not enough Stars in the sky to give to this little slice of heaven!
A must experience place to eat❤️🎉
My wife and I were looking for a French Restaurant recently and found this gem. The food was absolutely divine! There isn't a single bad thing I could say about anything we ordered. The Owner is extremely friendly and the atmosphere was quiet and intimate. There is parking in the back as well which is a huge plus.
Superb beet salad and delicious fish entrée.
The decor is reminiscent of a chateau. It's warm, cozy, and inviting, with comfortable seating. Their menu has lots of French classics like bouillabaisse, beef bourguignon, and coq au vin. I ordered the scallops, and their Grand Marnier soufflé for dessert.My scallops were cooked perfectly, and the sauce with which it came was great. The mushrooms had great flavor too. I enjoyed the pastry shell as an addition to my meal because it was unique.
Service was excellent, very attentive without being intrusive. Water and wine were both constantly filled, and they checked in on us a few times.
Of course we were not able to dine in, so I can only rate the take out food and service, both of which were very very good. They made every effort to prepare and present everything in the most appealing manner. And all of it was delicious.
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