The service was great, came here after an engagement to celebrate in front of House was very attentive. The ambience was very sexy and intimate. I personally enjoyed the chicken skin butter with the House sourdough bread. read more

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This is one of my favorite places to celebrate!!! Food is truly fantastic - I trust anything Chef Tara does, and Le Coq is no exception. The setting is romantic, intimate, and beautiful! We first came here after our engagement and were floored by the service. Everyone made us feel special. We LOVED the chicken and onion tart. For a more casual outing - no better way to feast than the elevated adult happy meal! My PERFECT Happy Hour! A burger, fries, 3 large shrimps, and a glass of champagne? Every bit is perfect. For those wanting to mix/match - there are a few other items and drinks on the menu. Le Coq will be a frequently visited spot for us for hopefully many years/celebrations! read more

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Le Coq is a total La Jolla gem - stunning interior design, classy, and elegant. I had the filet with bordelaise sauce, green beans, and mashed potatoes - perfectly cooked and full of flavor. You can taste the quality in every bite. Service was on the slower side (they were slammed that night), but the staff stayed friendly and professional. If you're not in a rush, this is the perfect spot to sip some wine and enjoy a top-notch French meal. That filet? Chef's kiss. read more

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I grew up in La Jolla, so I have been to many different restaurants that have been in this location. Prior to this it was Brian Malarkey's other restaurant Herringbone, with a giant tree in the center. I was a big fan of that so I was sad to see it close. This new restaurant Le Coq is also owned by Brian Malarkey and I would say leans more toward a French steakhouse, although there is also a large bar component as well. They really did a good job with the redesign on the inside although I really do miss the tree. There isn't a dedicated parking lot except pay lots on the side and across the street. Otherwise street parking is pretty difficult to find in La Jolla in general. Our server was polite, however the hostess was not very polite. Aside from that everyone else we encountered was. I started off with a Steak Tartare and really enjoyed it. The cornichons were a great flavor component mixing with the steak. For my entrée I chose the Steak Frites and really enjoyed it. I especially like Au Poivre sauce and thought the steak was cooked perfectly. I also was a huge fan of their iced tea and was happy to see it comes with multiple refills. Overall, I would recommend this place especially for a date, but it is also great for friends or family. read more

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Extremely loud inside, I ate nothing all day expect from here then two hours later I had food poisoning and was throwing up for 10 hours straight. My boyfriend called and tried to tell them because regardless of a refund they should be aware and they tried to blame me saying this has not happened in a long time, at this point I should have took a picture of my vomit. They were dismissing and incredibly rude, eventually said he would send a survey but he never did. They also deleted my boyfriend's review from open table. read more

We came on Saturday w rsvp and was seated right away. Service was quick and prompt right before the dessert course. It took over 30 minutes for them to clear the table n give us dessert. It was a packed restaurant so I'll give them the benefit of the doubt. We came for the new date night menu when I saw it on SD Mag. It did not disappoint. We enjoyed everything but the steak. It was on the tough side. I prefer a tender piece of steak. The decor is very dark and music is really loud. It was a bit hard to hear each other. read more

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Celebrated our anniversary here, and everything was spectacular! For cocktails, I had the Cha, which was a Japanese whiskey + green tea concoction. I really enjoyed it, and ordered another. My wife had the Neuf Connection which was refreshing, but switched to the Langlois Rose later. We started with the Tuna Tartare and Fried Oysters, both fantastic. Fried Oysters were more like a tempura, which I love. For entrees we shared the popular Steak Frites, which lived up to the hype, and splurged on the Miyazaki A5 strip which melted in the mouth. We ordered the Pave as a side based on the server recommendation, and it was like a delicious hash brown. Pistachio for dessert which was good but nothing special. The service was exceptional. At one point Pinay Chef Tara Monsod herself came out to serve it, and that was incredible. She was super nice, and even took the time to get a picture with us. The restaurant was beautiful, in a refurbished old car dealership. Wish we had one of the booths with more space, as our table was very tight right next to tables next to us - that part I did not like. Overall we enjoyed our anniversary night and would go back here again. I highly recommend checking this place out. read more

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The food is mid, our server was great. They have a misleading tuna tasting. $70 plus tax per person for 4 very thin slices of Sashimi, a tuna dinner plate, and small scoop of ice cream for dessert, not worth the value for the money. I thought we would get to try different parts of the tuna but unfortunately that wasn't the case. The ambiance is normal. The drinks are average. This place is way overrated. read more

Checked out Le Coq with a group of 4 to celebrate our friends' birthdays! We made a reservation for around 6pm on a weekday and there seemed to still be a lot of tables open by the time our dinner ended. I hear this place can get very busy so I recommend making reservations regardless. The place is intimate which makes it a great place for celebrations. Parking: This place shares a similar problem along with any other business in downtown La Jolla and that is *parking*. Make sure to allot for time searching for street parking. I believe there might be some paid lots around as well. Service: Great service by Randall! He explained everything well and gave us a few suggestions. Our food came out in a timely manner. Food: We ordered family style which I believe was the best way to try out many different dishes. By the end of our dinner, we were all pretty full and even had left overs. -Jus d'Ete ($17) drink: calamansi cocktail -Baguette with chicken skin butter ($12): served with a small baguette, perfect to share with a party of 4. -Steak Tartare ($23): served with fresh potato chips and was very flavorful. -Onion Tart ($18): short rib with caramelized onions. The waiter poured sauce around the tart. Loved this dish. -Spinach Gnocchi ($36): great flavor, looked small but filling. I would agree with some of the reviews that the gnocchi was a little too soft -Duck Confit ($38): this dish is one of my top duck confit dishes! -Green Beans ($14): served with shallot and garlic . -10oz Denver Steak ($62) comes with a sauce of your choice: our server suggested with Au Poivre sauce and it complemented the meat so well -Pistachio Paris-Brest ($18): I enjoyed this dessert! Our friends received complimentary chocolate mousse for their birthdays. Overall: Our party had a great time at Le Coq. Enjoyed the environment, service, and food. Next time, I'd like to try out their happy hour menu. read more

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Unmatched Culinary Artistry, World-Class Hospitality, and True Inspiration We visited Le Coq in La Jolla last night for the Bluefin Tuna Experience, and it exceeded every expectation--not just as an exceptional meal, but as an unforgettable, inspiring evening. Watching Chef Tara break down and prepare a massive 100+ pound bluefin tuna right on the dining floor was pure culinary theater. But the real highlight went far beyond the spectacle: my niece is an aspiring chef, and I brought her specifically to see a top-caliber female chef operating at the highest level of this industry. Representation matters, and seeing someone you identify with excel at this standard is powerful. What truly blew us away was Chef Tara's generosity. She took roughly 15 minutes out of her night to speak one-on-one with my niece, offering thoughtful guidance, mentorship, and encouragement. That level of world-class care extended to the entire team: Bryan, our server: Absolutely phenomenal--warm, attentive, and took the time to share great industry insights and advice with my niece throughout our meal. The Maître D': Capped off the evening by inviting my niece on a tour of the kitchen--a gesture that meant the world to all of us. The Food: We ordered the 3-Course Bluefin Tuna Tasting, and it was exceptional. Some of the freshest, most flavorful tuna I've ever tasted, with each course executed with precision and balance. Simply put: world-class service, incredible food, and hospitality with genuine heart. I cannot recommend this experience highly enough. read more

Le Coq - The Chef at work! - French Near Me - La Jolla, California

I'm a fan of Animae, so when I heard Chef Tara had this other restaurant venture, it was immediately on my list of places to try. - PARKING - Pretty tough finding a spot in La Jolla, but there are several side streets were you can try your luck and take a stroll if anything. - SERVICE/ENVIRONMENT - Beautiful interior, with a gorgeous bar right when you walk in. The inner dining area is big and also just as aesthetically pleasing as the front. Staff here is very welcoming and friendly, and were very patient as we enjoyed our meal. Always checked in to see how we were doing and removed any plates we weren't still scraping the sauce off of! - FOOD - Baguette w/ Chicken Skin Butter ($12.00): Nice crisp crust and fluffy inside of the baguette. The Chicken Skin butter was unique and together with the bread, was a great start to our meal. Steak Tartare ($23.00): Well-seasoned and fresh beef. Another favorite appetizer for us. Onion Tart ($18.00): Nice warm hug in a tart! This was one of our waiter's top picks and we saw why after trying it. Spring Spinach Gnocchi ($36.00): Not the best gnocchi I've had, but still tasty nonetheless. I felt like maybe the spinach made the gnocchi a bit mushier than I usually like it to be. Duck Confit ($38.00): This might be one of the best ducks I've had! Crisp skin, but SUPER tender duck meat. I'm not a huge fan of beans but the flavoring on the Butter Beans was nice. Denver Steak ($62.00): Cooked perfectly medium rare! The au poivre sauce was absolutely delicious as well. We really wanted to try the Pomme Pave, but unfortunately they no longer serve it! We opted for fries on the side and they were a good accompaniment to our meal. - OVERALL - Another great restaurant to try in La Jolla! Definitely bring friends to try out more of the menu! read more

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Hors d'Oeuvres 1. Baguette - very soft, very good 2. Chicken Skin Butter - eh, nothing special 3. Tuna Tartare - great mix of everything if you like poke 4. Onion Tart - hearty goodness, would recommend 5. Mussels a la Paris - i'm not a mussels fan, but one was good Les Plats 1. Swiss Chard Gnocchi - this was my order & jam. gnocchi is a favorite of mine. the chewy softness. the swiss chard blended into a creamy cheesy goodness added to the enjoyment. 2. Duck Confit - tender, but salty? i think that goes with the syle of the cuisine though. Les Viandes 1. Filet - very tender, but undercooked for medium rare. Service - great, always accomodating Environment - the music was a little too loud to carry out a conversation without yelling. Wouldn't bring a toddler here :) read more

We came for the happy meal since we saw it being advertised all over IG and also bc we've dined at Animae and loved the menu. The aesthetic and vibe is pretty chic and loved everything about it. For a quick second I thought we were going to be underdressed but I'm like We're in La Jolla!? Once we got sat, didn't have any qualms about it and the server was super nice. Loved the concept of the whole place. We got a few drinks - I want to say the Army Navy on the HH menu was so goooood. The bartender was also our server. The happy meal was good! I would say the smashburger was a little salty, but overall everything was decently priced and we talked about coming another time to try out the rest of the menu. read more

Saw some pretty cool social media posts about their happy hour deal and we had to come and try! It's available Mon-Thurs all day but only at the bar and surrounding tables so it might be difficult for larger groups to enjoy together. Steak Tartare: It's good by itself but even better when you mix in the mayo. Kind of a small portion but to be expected for tartare. Baguette with Chicken Skin Butter: The only reason we ordered this was to try the chicken skin butter. Super rich and there's even crumbs of chicken skin mixed in so there's a little crunch. If you get steak, save any leftover butter to eat it with the meat! Chef Tara's Thursday Specials: I'm not sure if the Thursday specials always change or if the special changes daily but we ordered the Hokkaido Scallop and Yellowtail to try. Both of these dishes were light and refreshing with vibrant green vegetables mixed in. The scallops really stood out for being super soft and buttery. Happy Meal: Only during their happy hour, this happy meal is a set that comes with a burger, poached shrimp, fries, and champagne. All for $20, which is such a good deal! The burger itself was surprisingly good and juicy and pretty large for a happy hour meal. The fries were kind of salty though. Pomme Pave: Comes with 4 pieces. These are thin layers of potatoes that are deep fried so every bite is crunchy. There's also trout roe on it which probably was a way to elevate it but I think it's fine just as it is with the creme fraiche. Steak Frites: A ribeye steak with a ton of fries. The steak was tender but the fries, again, were a little too salty. Other than that, this dish was probably my favorite. Overall, I had a great time and thought the food was pretty good. Can't wait to be back to try the rest of the menu! read more

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Came here for a dinner with friends and had a great time! Super friendly service which definitely stood out to me. Also loved the steak frites I got. Perfectly cooked steak, crispy thin fries, and a bangin au poivre sauce Gorgeous cozy interior and great mood lighting. It definitely is a bit too dark, as even me a 27 year old, had to turn into my parents and use my phone flashlight to read the menu even at 7 PM. Definitely will be coming back as I heard they have a good $20 adult happy meal during happy hour read more

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The food was good and most of the dishes were almost like comfort food. I picked the shrimp, and it was not filling. I should've picked the pork chop or the special which was like a puff pastry with meat in it. In any event, we had a zillion dollar baguette with some kind of fancy butter for $12. It was good, but maybe the bread should be complementary and add the butter for like something reasonable like five dollars? I was still hungry when I left. If you want a nice fancy date night that would be great. All the other dishes looked a lot more filling so I would not recommend the shrimp. Additionally, one of the shrimp tasted a little off, but I ate it anyway because as you can see, there are only four. It is a lovely place and I would definitely go there for drinks. Maybe I will try it again and try to eat something better. read more

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The one thought that kept running through my mind as my guest and I were arriving at Le Coq was: "Don't let good be the enemy of perfect." I had a sneaking suspicion that the pedestal I have put Chef Tara Monsod on (after being transported by Animae), wouldn't hold; There was no way the elevation of food could be met by an open-air, painfully decorated and designed, and unusually large room could capture her essence. Was I wrong. But let's start where the center of gravity is at Le Coq: The Food. My friend started out with the Tuna Tartare with Pickled Gooseberry, Caviar, Horseradish, and Crème Fraîche. Can you imagine finding yourself in a more earthly tub of tangy, pickled whipping cream that practically begs one kidney to give itself up. Each bite was a reminder of just how good we can still have it. I ordered the Onion Tart with Short Rib, Caramelized Onion, and Gruyère, It was shortly after my first bite when I realize that if I had to die in quicksand, it would need to be the kind made from these ingredients. The caramelized onion amplified by the seemingly inherent contradiction of the sweetness and nuttiness with the fungi tang of Gruyère makes this dish is a must see-have. For entrees, my friend ordered the Duck Confit and I splurged and order the rack of lamb. I asked our server, the incredibly on-point Anthony, how the chef cooks her lamb and he told me medium. So I asked if they would "turn it down a notch" to medium-rare and assured me that would not be a problem. The duck was what one is given as a last meal; the delicate meat was served with butter beans and pea tendrils and spoke in rich, velvet tones that were earthy, and he devoured it without notice. My lamb arrived but not how I asked for it. In fact, calling it 'medium' is being generous. It came out borderline medium-well and if your going to serve meat medium-well, you might as well not serve it. To be fair to Anthony, he did ask how everything was, and I did tell him it was fine, but that was only because the sauce served with the Lamb was enough to balance out the lamb's imperfections and I already made my way past three bites. But For dessert, Anthony treated us to to some mousee, I had the Basque cheese cake, and my guest had the Peach Chamomile Ice Cream which was the perfect stew of sweet and umami. Basque cheesecake is different in that it has a more hardened, flan-like crust over it's wedge of creamy cheesecake and each bite caused an angel to earn her wings. The server taking away my friends food before he was finished and not asking if he could? Having to wait at the bar five minutes with three bartenders in a practically empty bar? The overcooked $70 lamb? I suppose any one of those things could be overlooked. But that decor? On My God in Holy Hell, who came up with that decor?? French countryside bistro meets disco ball columns meets uneven slats of marbling at the bar area where people will be drinking and walking around, some in heels? I've seen prisons with more promise. (On a side note, to the designers of Le Coq: Treat yourself to Vin Rouge in Durham, North Carolina if you want to study how to Americanize the French bistro aesthetic.) I also take issue with the size of the room. Why are you industrializing your concept? I get that Herringbone - a triumph in and of itself - was that building. But I don't know. Divide the room with a smaller VIP lounge. Something. Anything to make me forget I wasn't in an Amazon warehouse with French drapery. But at the end of the day, you are there to experience Chef Tara's inventions and not get caught up in one person with a big mouth who has an opinion. I will return in the Winter. I mean, frankly, Chef Tara could serve food that required you to sit on nails, and I'd do it. read more

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Man, really loved our experience at Le Coq and had awesome service from Cole and the rest of the crew. Came in for their happy hour between 4 and 5pm. Almost every table was here for the elevated adult Happy Meal with their iconic classic burger, fries, 3 shrimp cocktail and glass of champagne. But being the fatties that we are, we def wanted to try a few more dishes in addition. Let's get into it. Ambiance: perfect for a date night, solo meal, or girl dinner. This place is vibey, had the bops and was upscale, modern, and chic. They make a great espresso martini. Loved the Jus D'ete with the calamnsi juice also. Mussels in a Tom Ka broth were really good, a few greens on it and some bread for that sauce. Rich French onion tart that was like French onion soup in tart form-super cheesy, rich, and not too funky. Tuna tartare was super fresh and flavorful. Nice big chunks of tuna. Potatoes Paved was def a fave since its layers of crispy potatoes, soft on the inside, topped with salmon roe (reheats pretty well in the air fryer since we def had food to take home after). Finally, the Pistachio Paris Brest dessert was super good. Got it to go since we were super full after feasting for HH. Def smaller than I anticipated but great choux pastry and a yummy pistachio mouse filling. Def a fun spot in La Jolla and a good way to get your adult happy meal fix. read more

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I had been looking forward to trying Le Coq, especially Tuna Thursday, with my boyfriend but unfortunately the service made for a disappointing experience. When we arrived, we were seated at one of the large center tables that could accommodate a party of five, despite being just the two of us. Meanwhile, every couple that arrived after us was seated in one of the more intimate booths, which immediately made the experience feel less welcoming. The drink service got off to a rough start. We were deciding between two cocktails, but our server told us one wasn't available because they were transitioning menus and all of the cocktails were pre-batched. When we asked about another cocktail, the explanation we received was simply, "Well, it's mezcal, so it's smoky..." without any additional guidance. Since the current menu only offered three cocktails despite what appeared to be a full bar, we asked if they could make anything from a previous menu. Our server said it was only her second shift and she couldn't make any recommendations, but she'd ask the bartender. About 15 minutes later, she returned with just one suggestion: an Aperol Spritz. Unfortunately, the service continued to decline from there. Our server walked past our table several times without checking in or asking if we were ready to order food. We even commented to each other that maybe it was best not to order because the experience had already been so underwhelming. Throughout this time, we noticed the manager stopping by and speaking with multiple other tables, but ours was never acknowledged. Nearly 40 minutes after being seated, around 7:40 p.m., our server finally returned to take our food order. At that point, we decided to order just one appetizer--the tuna tartare--to see if it would change our minds about staying. To the kitchen's credit, the tuna tartare was excellent. It was incredibly fresh, well-balanced, and easily the highlight of the evening. While the food showed real promise, the level of service simply didn't match the prices or the experience I'd expect from a restaurant in this category. I don't mind paying premium prices for great hospitality, but attentive service is part of what you're paying for. I hope this was just an off night, because the kitchen certainly deserves better than the front-of-house experience we received. It's disappointing because the kitchen delivered a great dish, but the front-of-house experience overshadowed it. As a result, I probably won't return to Le Coq or its sister restaurants. read more

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Came here with a group of friends for a nice causal (ish) dining experience for dinner and left with a belly full. The first thing you see walking in is the bar and further back are the seating areas with round booths and also larger tables towards the middle. The interior is very trendy and classy, like red wine suave fabric and dim lighting with brick walls and old golden frames. There is some music playing with the conversations in the background which elevated the experience. Our waiter was very nice and constantly came over to make sure we had all of our food and water. We ordered: Steak Frites: 4.5/5 - the fries were addicting! They were thin and crispy and paired well with the sauce (scrumptious). The steak was also cooked very nicely where there is still some juiciness. Pomme Pave: 4.5/5 Spring spinach gnocchi: 3.5/5- the dish was homogenous. The gnocchi was too mushy and the saucy was really creamy so the eating experience decreased. However, the flavors were rich so I wish the gnocchi was more al dente. Filet: 4/5 Basque Cheesecake: 3/5- was not creamy and was getting a little crumbly on the edges which was not fun to eat. Note: We made a reservation ahead of time and there is a fee of $25 per person if you are late. 15 minute grace period as of AUG 2025 read more

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Wow, what an amazing experience had at Le Coq! Truly lived up to the hype, and was an incredibly well designed space; modern and trendy yet very old feeling and classy. We came for happy hour in the bar area only, and just like everyone else there - ordered the adult happy meal (delicious burger, fries, three shrimps, and a glass of champagne) and a few other small bites to try out some other offerings. Really pleased with our experience here, as well as the knowledgeable bartenders, and will definitely be back and recommending this place to others! Save plenty of extra time for parking (as always in La Jolla) and get there early for happy hour! read more

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The food was good and the drink were better! One thing I noticed they cut up the steak? And it was pretty tough even at medium rare but the sides were phenomenal! read more

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Ambiance is swanky ... esp popular on weekends... youngish crowds Thr Snapper, And filet mignon which is ala carte, and burgers are good Steak Frites is super salty Lovely special occassion locale we celebrated relatives anniversary here very loud music Fun youngish club vibe which is why my inlaws chose this restaurant on their big anniversary !!!!! read more

I wanted to try this place because I wanted the same experience I received at Anime seeing that it's by the same chef. Loved the ambiance but the food could have been better. Steak was good but it was very mid with the sauce on the side. I forgot what sauce we got. We got a side of fries for the carbs. Caviar butter was very plain. I've always wanted to try it but it just taste like butter with some caviar on top, nothing more to that. The bread was very hard and stale... I could barely chew it. Beets salad was interesting because there was so many different flavors in it, not too bad. I was a little disappointed only because my expectations were high. I had seen something on YouTube about visiting this place and it didn't live up to what I expected. read more

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Returned to Le Coq recently and had the date night 3 course dinner (shared by two people). Food was excellent like previous visit. But I had a later reservation this time around and sat at table in middle of dining room. Boy, music was so loud that we were practically yelling at each other across the table. We asked for music volume to be lowered but to no avail. Also the dimly lit ambiance is incredibly sexy but hard to read menu without phone light. Feel like an old person asking for more light and lower music volume. read more

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Good for dinner and simple dinner date with your partner. We celebrated our Valentine dinner here after failing to book at other Michelin restaurants. I would say, "good we had our date here". We came in an hour early for our 7:15 reservation so we decided to go to the bar. I had Southern Flare which has a distinct twist of tequila. The I tried the Monte Carlo which is very close to my favorite Old Fashioned. Our bartender Cole is really good in mixing as well us having short conversations we th us. We were seated 7:20 which is good considering they are full tonight. Amazingly the manager handed some free drinks to those who checked in and waiting to be seated. For me that's something you won't see on a high end restaurant. You won't be disappointed for this Michelin resto because the food reply taste good. We also received good service from Joe and DJ. Overall I will rate our experience with 4.8. read more

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This was a nice place for a birthday celebration / Galentine's Day dinner. The inside of the restaurant looks really nice. Love the ceiling. We got the 3-course set menu and everything was really delicious. Salmon and bread for appetizer, surf and turn with mashed potatoes (or as they call them pomme pure) and green beans and chocolate mousse for dessert. The only reason I gave it a 4 star rather than a 5 star is because the music was too loud to my liking. I felt like I had to talk really loudly to be able to be heard and it was hard hearing my table mates as well. Other than that everything was great. read more

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The service was horrendous and the food does not compensate for that. We got sat at 7:30pm, our waitress finally approached us at 7:50. We placed our order for apps and main no later than 8pm and we got our entrees at 8:45pm. When we asked our waitress about the status of our food, she was not apologetic, she just said it was coming. The table to the left of us sat after we did, got their food faster, and finished by the time we got our main course. We did get to meet Chef Tara and watch some of the tune breakdown. She was friendly and easy to approach. This was the highlight of our experience. The rest is nothing to write home about. read more

My fiancé and I walked around La Jolla Cove and luckily, Le Coq, was able to accommodate us without a reservation! This is our second time coming to the restaurant where last time we did the date night for two on a Wednesday night. We had a great experience and decided to come back. So we did the logical thing, and got the date night for two on the menu. It is a total of $98 per couple and you get all of the images that I have shared pull up. This includes bread, freshly baked and steaming, an entrée, and a salad. Bonus part was we got chocolate pudding for dessert. The staff was all very friendly and tentative, with someone wiping down our table between every course. I appreciated the attention to detail during the plating and making this a wonderful experience. read more

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Tried this place out for my birthday dinner and had a great experience overall! Parking is street or lot only, so I highly recommend arriving 10-15mins early to account for parking and (potentially) walking to the restaurant. The restaurant itself is very farmer chic; outdoor bar with an indoor barn look. Very lounge-y/vibe-y music playing the whole time with low lighting. The staff were very nice and accommodating. The menu was explained well and we had no additional questions. All of the food we tried was delicious and we can't wait to come back! The French/Asian fusion inspired cuisine was a nice touch, compliments to Chef Tara! read more

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My husband and I went to Le Coq for their Thursday cutting Tuna experience and we had a lot of fun. When we arrived to the restaurant we were greeted by the host right away and she put us right behind the tuna table so we could see the whole experience clearly. We enjoyed the ambiance as it has that New York industrial vibe. Our server Brian is very attentive and thoughtful, he explained the menu very well. I had the tuna 3-course meal while my husband ordered their onion tart and gnocchi. Every food item came at a very reasonable time and everything was delicious! The portions were big and we got full. We also got their Cha and Old fashioned cocktails , they were very flavorful. We will definitely come back again and try their other dishes! read more

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Wow!!! This place exceeded my expectations! First of all, it's absolutely stunning! It has a trendy bar area as you walk in, and the dining area is so elegant! Second of all, the happy hour menu is such a good value. For $20 you can get a burger, 3 shrimp, fries and a bubbly! Absolutely fantastic deal and delicious!!! Third of all, our waitress Sasha was so attentive and friendly and even though she was very busy, the food and drinks came out very quickly. I highly recommend this spot for a fancy meal, a girl's night out, a hangout spot, you name it! read more

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Had a FANTABULOUS girls' night here. We came on a Sunday, and it was pretty low-key, but we heard that Fridays and Saturdays can be overly exciting. Will have to come back and give it another try when we're in town. Dinner was DELISH and Caleb was the best server! We had a friend that didn't drink, but he brought her a very small glass of light champagne for her to sip on. After dinner, we moved over to the bar for some cocktails and closed the place down. Would definitely recommend this restaurant; food and cocktails were really good. The severs, bust boy, bartender and hosts were also very nice. read more

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For a limited time they are offering a 3 course Bluefin Tuna meal for $65 per person - only available on Thursday. The 1st was a tuna tartare. It was light and refreshing. We were worried about the portion size thinking it'll be one of those meals where we'll need another dinner after. The 2nd course was a giant piece of tuna katsu paired with porchini mushrooms and yuchoy. I couldn't believe this was tuna! Could of fooled me for chicken katsu. The veggies, caspers, and soy bordelaise help cuts some of the heavyness. By now we're already ultra full, BUT there is always room for dessert. The final course is 2 generous scoops of their pain perdu ice cream with a touch of caviar and maple syrup and a cute little taiyaki! A little salty and sweet situation. Overall the meal felt like I was on CHOPPED and the theme is Tuna. I really enjoyed Chef Tara's take on this ingredient. Although we ordered 2 sets of the 3 course we only got 1 gift to go. Service was a good and I appreciate there's a main waiter but also a few floor managers to ensure every thing is ok/getting more feedback from customers. read more

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Went for the three course Bluefin Tuna dinner which, despite the negatives of my experience, I still highly recommend because it's a great deal for some high quality fish. Our menu was tuna crudo (fantastic, no notes), tuna au poivre (left much to be desired, very one note flavor profile and was very lukewarm) and the pain perdu ice cream (a bit too salty for our taste). I believe the menu changes week to week so you might have more luck! We went for a birthday dinner and they did provide an extra dessert, a delicious chocolate mousse, for the celebration. Highly recommend stopping by for a special occasion, everyone was super obliging and eager to help us celebrate. All in all, the service was attentive and kind. One other thing, it's a bit dark inside, so if you or someone you plan on going with has glasses or impaired vision get the phone flashlight ready! read more

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My husband and I went here for our first wedding anniversary and it didn't disappoint!! The ambiance walking in was so nice. Interior design was great and the music they were playing was right up our alley. The service was top tier - all the servers/hosts/etc were so good at anticipating our needs so we never had to ask for anything while we were there. The food was insane! The chicken skin butter was to die for, rosé snapper was tasty, and the steak frites was the best steak frites we've ever had. The fries were seasoned to perfection. The mousse was so good too! We definitely want to come back again! There was a paid parking lot right across the street and we had zero issues finding parking on a Saturday night. There were still free sidestreet parking available as well. read more

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Beautiful restaurant. Loved the mirror 2 coqs by the restroom. We ordered bread with the chicken skin butter cause I'm a sucker for anything that has crispy chicken skin. It was excellent with piping hot bread. We also had the salmon rillette with a garlic chive bing bread. Get it! So good the bread was absolutely fantastic we ordered more. The rillette had a layer of hardened butter or ghee I forgot but when you put on the bread it melted into it. Amazing! I ordered the charsiu pork excellent also. The star of the dinner other than the bing bread is the wagyu burger it had so much flavor and juicy not greasy just phenomenal. The only negative was hard to find parking and it's really dark in there had to use my phone light to see the menu. Service was also attentive and outstanding. Great place. Highly recommend go before a play at the La Jolla playhouse like we did. read more

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First time visiting Le Coq. My husband and I got to experience their NYE 2026 prefixed menu. The pricing was pretty fair for a NYE event. The ambiance was beautiful - very chic. Service was amazing! Very attentive and friendly. The food was average despite a beautiful presentation. Overall, it was a good experience. read more

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This restaurant is so beautiful. From the interior to the staff to the dishes! Pricey, but overall good. Our waiter was great and recommended his favorite dishes. We ended up going with the Tuna Tartare, Yellowtail Crudo, Onion Tarte, Wagyu and Pommes and shared everything. We also got the Pistachio dessert to share. That was a bit salty but overall very good. Our favorite were the Wagyu, Onion Tarte and the Tuna Tartare! read more

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Amazing service and delicious food! I would say it's a semi-casual place where you can definitely celebrate a milestone, but also a place if you wanted to come for a date night. Came to celebrate an anniversary and our waiter served us so attentively! The food was to die for and I would highly recommend the salmon rillete!! One of the best things on the menu and it will not disappoint!! read more

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