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Le Chene

3.8 (496 reviews)
Closed • 4:30 pm - 9:00 PM
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Romantic
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Moderate noise
Outdoor seating

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Kristen C.

We really enjoyed our dinner here. Quaint restaurant, beautiful outside patio view. We sat in their main dining room by the window, delicious meal. Ordered a ribeye steak and the Shrimp Scallop Biarritz. The steak was excellent. My parts was very tasty but the pasta got a little soggy. We loved the cocktails, service and ambiance. Will be coming back for happy hour!

My strawberry waffles.
J-Marie A.

If you are looking for a fine dining experience that is in a wooded area, far away from the hustle and bustle of the big city with fresh air and elegance all around inside and outside, then this restaurant is for you. The service is FIVE STAR!!! You will not want for anything. That's a promise. As for the menu - steaks/veal - game - seafood - vegetarian - vegan - desserts - they have it ALL. And it is ALL cooked to perfection. Served hot, not warm but the exact temperature it should be. The cocktails - real or virgin are AMAZINLY GOOD. The owner always oversees everything to make sure that his customers are receiving only the best that fine dining has to offer in his unique restaurant. I always, always look forward to dinging here and so do my sons. The spinach salad is to die for! The steaks are incredibly delicious. The lemon dessert is enough to make you forget your diet completely. As for the French onion soup - it is the ONE and only that tastes like it is straight from France. The stuffed mushrooms are so good for you. The veal is incredibly delicious. I cannot say enough about this far away magical pleasure palate. :) You MUST go!

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Jus E.

A true hidden gem! Worth every single minute of the drive.This place is a complete hole-in-the-wall, but it serves the most VERY AUTHENTIC FRENCH CUISINE you will ever find! It is the only restaurant we will gladly drive 2 hours away from home for, and we have never once regretted it. It's never hit-or-miss here--we always leave completely full and super happy.The food is absolutely amazing! Every time we go, I tell myself I'm going to explore more of the menu, but I always end up ordering the Ribeye! ‍ It is just my absolute favorite. The chef cooks it perfectly every single time. I order it medium-rare, and it always comes out with the most perfect sear!On top of the incredible food, the service is great too. The ambiance is perfect french restaurant fine style! Everything here is delicious, so I highly, highly recommend it! You won't regret making the trip, but be warned: you will start craving it at least once or twice a month!

Cherise S.

So my boyfriend and I went to Le Chêne last night to meet his brother and wife for dinner... and whew, where do I start? Not trying to be rude, but this place felt like it's been frozen in time -- serving what I can only describe as "senior French cuisine." The service moved at the slowest pace imaginable -- it took ages just to get water, and a bread refill felt like winning the lottery. My "salad" was literally a chunk of lettuce with oil, salt, pepper, and one lonely tomato slice sitting on top like it gave up. The crab cakes? Way too fishy. Everything just tasted... tired. The vibe was calm, but not in a cozy way -- more like awkwardly quiet. It also kinda felt like our table was the last one anyone wanted to check on. The crowd was mostly older, and the energy matched that: slow, bland, and in need of some spark. Honestly, Le Chêne could really use a refresh -- new menu, new dining experience, maybe even a little personality makeover. We spent two hours there for two chicken plates, a veal dish, and a steak, and left wishing for a little flavor and fun. Last but not least the most tasty thing was my escargot

Lobster

Everything is fantastic! My husband and I have been going to Le Chene since the 1980s. It just gets better and better. I'm addicted to the beef tongue, calamari & escargot. The sauces are second to none. The lobster is to die for and of course the French onion soup is the best in the world. I mean that literally.

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Van C.

Been here enough times to write about it now. Upon walking in we're always greeted immediately. I've sat on the outside patio and inside dining area near the bar and at the bar. This time I opted for the bar. They told me they have a happy hour. Who doesn't like a good happy hour? Ordered lobster ravioli. French onion soup. I've also had the duck. Next I want to try the beef bourguignon. Lobster ravioli. The sauce is good. But the ravioli tastes previously frozen.... Just be aware. Is it bad? No not at all. Would I order it again? Nope. French onion soup. Traditional and properly made. The broth is not to salty and perfectly savory. Onions caramelized to perfection. Cheese over bread melted perfectly. I HIGHLY recommend their onion soup. Duck. So I've had it two different times. The first time it was so dry I couldn't eat it. Second time it was PERFECT. I don't know if it was an off day or what the first time. Seemed busy as heck so maybe it was overlooked/overcooked. Overall this is a fantastic restaurant. They've been here for over 40 years and obviously there's a good reason they've stayed in business that long. The food is good. The seating is great. Atmosphere is great. Only reason for the 4 instead of 5 is due to the issues I mentioned. Would I recommend d this place? Absolutely. Try it out and enjoy! Food: above average. Decor: outdated but homey. Staff: excellent, no issues. Bathroom. Clean.

Laurey YiaYia H.

Chrissy helped us tonight...let me tell you...CHRISSY IS AMAZING!! Very personable...professional...efficient!! Chrissy made my birthday very special! Our drinks were tasty and food was phenomenal!!! Ive never had a bad experience here in the 40+ years Ive been coming here!

Monique S.

We have been celebrating our special family events at Le Chene for about 20 years. The food is consistently delicious, the service is amazing, and the environment is beautiful. Thank you for the wonderful memories!

French onion soup
Tommy P.

I ate here on Friday night. Highly recommend the French onion soup it was excellent: rich, flavorful, with the onions perfectly caramelized and the soup perfectly made. The chocolate mousse was just as incredible, light yet decadent. The staff was warm, professional, and attentive, and the dining room had a beautiful, classic French ambiance. Honestly, I don't know how this place only has a 3.7 on Yelp it deserves much higher. Le Chene captures fine French dining, it's the best French restaurant in Southern California.

Part of the ambiance.

The food was succulent. The presentation was appealing to our eyes. The service was above expected. Jessica the waitress, was attentive, friendly, knowledgeable, spoke Spanish and was accommodating. The ambiance was very refreshing to our souls. Being there felt like being in France. The restaurant is surrounded by mountains. There is a smell highway leading to the restaurant, which made us feel like we were traveling in time. There was very few cars in the road which made us feel like we were in a rural place. The gardens are very well kept. It is perfect for any event. I would go back.

1/2 Dozen Escargot French Onion Soup
Therese M.

We had such a wonderful dining experience at Le Chêne! From the moment we arrived, the service was warm, attentive, and truly exceptional. The staff made us feel welcomed and valued throughout the entire evening. The food was absolutely outstanding. We started with the escargot and stuffed mushrooms--both were perfectly prepared and packed with rich, classic French flavor. My son had the filet mignon and lobster, which was cooked to perfection--tender, juicy, and beautifully presented. We also enjoyed the lobster ravioli, creamy and indulgent, and the New York steak with bordelaise butter, which was savory and expertly prepared. What made the evening even more special was the owner. He was gracious, personable, and clearly passionate about his restaurant. You can truly feel his pride in every detail--from the quality of the food to the attentive service. It's rare to see an owner so involved and genuinely caring about each guest's experience. Le Chêne offers not just an amazing meal, but a memorable dining experience. We will definitely be coming back!

Renee K.

I understand a small fee to change a soup or salad but charging the full price of each is just ridiculous! Where's my credit for the soup and salad we paid for which is included in the entree price? I could $2-3 upcharge... but no the waiter didn't say anything about the salad or soup being a full price separate charge otherwise we wouldn't have chose that. The menu is very unclear.

Alex K.

Stopped by for dinner as we've heard really nice things about this place. We didn't have an appointment but it was early enough so it wouldn't be a problem getting a table. Got seated right along the window overlooking into the garden patio area. View is quite nice and serene which makes it for a nice meal. The service was great. Our waitress was very informative in the menu and what was offered. Menu was quite impressive with all the French favorites. There was something for everyone which is great. Also the wine list was quite impressive as well. The French onion slick was great, and plenty of cheese which was the cream on top. Seafood pasta was nice with plenty of chunks of seafood and I believe the pasta was homemade. The beef bourguignon was very flavorful. Plenty chunks of meat. Also the steak was great, cooked perfectly and paired nicely with the condiments. Also had the soufflé which does take a while to prepare. Food was great, service was nice and dinner was a nice experience.

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I have been going to LeChen for over 35 years for special occasions. Very good food and experience.

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I have never had anything but a good experience at Le Chene. I usually get French onion soup, and the seafood pasta, or the Duck.

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As always when we go to Le Chene we have great food and great service. A perfect evening.

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Fantastic service and great escargot. Natalia did a great job! Very unique location and nice atmosphere overall

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Ask the Community - Le Chene

Does anyone know what they serve (I'm assuming NV, but brand?) for the bottomless champagne brunch? Thanks in advance!

Do they have any hidden vegetarian entrees not on the menu?

Yes! For main entrees you can request for a veggie plate or a pasta primavera.

Do they welcome kids accommodate with high chairs?

Yesss!!!

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