I finally had a chance to try Petit Trois for a post-Pantages lunch. My mom, aunt, and I made reservations for 4:30pm on a Sunday (which was not necessary, they had plenty of room.) The indoor seating was bar tops only and their tables are outside in the makeshift patio, since they are located in a shopping center with Yum Yum Donuts. We didn't love how in order to park in the lot we had to pay the $17 valet fee even though there were plenty of spaces. I feel like that service should only be mandatory during peak dining hours. Anyways, the host and hostess were both very nice and walked us to our table. The host/our waiter for the first half of the meal made some recommendations and shared what the daily special was. To drink, I had the Spritz which was good - nothing to write home about, but it got the job done. We started our meal with a fresh baguette and homemade butter which was divine. For our main meal, we shared the heirloom tomato salad, trout almandine, and "Big Mec" with frites. The heirloom salad - although simple - was refreshing and had a perfectly balanced dressing. The trout was the start of the show. Crispy skin, crispy almonds, and SWIMMING in butter. The Big Mec was also quite good, but I think at that point I was a bit too full to enjoy it. But the meat was cooked well, and the sauce they drizzle on top was tasty. No dessert since we were stuffed. It was truly an indulgent meal. Of the French restaurants I have had in LA, I'd say Petit Trois was memorable. I think if I were to go again I would visit their Sherman Oaks location solely based on the ambiance. read more

My wife and I have been trying to get to Petit Trois for lunch for a long time and it just never worked out. Finally made it. I love this kind of restaurant. Small brasserie, sitting at the bar, shoulder-to-shoulder with everyone, watching the cooks work right in front of you. Before we even got our food I told my wife, "I hope this is the best restaurant in LA because I already think this might be my favorite restaurant." We were told the Big Mec was the move for a first visit. So rich, so delicious. I've honestly never had a burger quite in that category before. We had the steak frites too and loved it. The whole thing just felt like a great lunch. Taking our time, hanging at the bar, nowhere to rush off to. Only thing missing was a glass of wine, which I'll fix next time. Very excited we finally made it. Can't wait to come back. read more

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I went on August 28th. I had reservations for 130pm. Super excited to go. I get there and the host is chatting with someone about working there. Their conversation goes on for about 5 minutes after I get there. I finally let the host know I have reservations and he tells me to wait, he's almost done talking. But then he realizes what he said, did an about face, and showed me to my table. Turns out he was also my waiter - awkward, initially. He took my drink order, gave me menus and then came back and took my order. I ordered the escargot, as my starter and the steak frites as my main. The escargot was under seasoned but I think I could have remedied that by putting the snail into the garlic butter and it would have been perfect. I think I'll do that next time. The steak frites was perfect! I don't really care for fries but they have good fries. I ate a decent amount. The steak was cooked medium and seasoned so well. The ambiance was nice. They had decent music playing. I'll definitely be back to redo the escargot and try The Big Mec. read more

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17th time here and never disappoints! Food is just exquisite and delicious- service is always on point. Now the ambiance is nice but a bit too tight if the place is packed, though that has never stopped me from coming here every time. Had the Steak frites and Filet Au Poivre- perfectly cooked and the sauce was pure elixir on both entrees. Topped off with a dirty martini and then a nice bottle of Bordeaux; and again the wine list is killer! Come or don't; I will keep coming to this place as long as they will have me. Vive la France and thank you for Chef Ludo! read more

Petit Trois - Steak au Poivre - French Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Petit Trois, you had me at the white tablecloths and little Parisian café vibe -- tucked into a tiny strip mall shopping plaza, but somehow transporting you straight to France. The service was absolutely on pointe thanks to Kaiya, Teri, and Randy. Warm, polished, attentive, and just the right amount of fun. Hubs and I split everything, which was the right move because this meal was rich, delicious, and very filling. We started with the baguette bread service, which is an additional charge but 100% worth it. The bread, salted butter, and mixed berry spread were pure France in a basket. Next up was the French onion soup, and wow. Cheesy, full of flavor, with a beautiful broth that somehow managed to be rich without being too salty. Perfection. Then came the Big Mec burger, as seen on Food Network's top burgers -- and yes, it absolutely lives up to the hype. Definitely enough for two. Perfectly seasoned patties, melty cheese, a fresh brioche bun, and that bordelaise sauce bath underneath? Flavor-forward, decadent, and unforgettable. We rounded out the meal with a slice of French toast because apparently we make excellent life choices. Also delicious, also worth sharing. This was not just lunch -- it was an experience. Will I go back? Absolument! Next up: dinner. read more

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it's been so long since I've been here!! we had tickets to the Improv and since we were driving from SD we made the trip early to beat traffic...so naturally we had to go out to eat dinner and decided to come back here. it was just as good as i remember. i only ordered French onion soup and hubby ordered the bagette (which I ate some of course!) and steak frites ( I also tasted ) all the food was so darn tasty I still have not tried the burger so I need to come back. read more

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Burgundy escargots was the only thing worth it on the menu that we got for our table. The tuna almondine and steak tartare are dishes that my mom and I could easily make. Nothing outstanding, but at least they are healthy. Service took a bit of time for the entrees. Maybe like a 40 minute wait. Soufflé was good with the chocolate sorbet, but the lava cake just reminds me of Costco. I thought that there was more to the demonstration, but nah. Lackluster and they forgot about our celebration for dinner. Love the emerald green color throughout the restaurant. Bathroom clean and had such a nice vanilla smell with the candle lit up read more

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The food was superb.... Very rich but so delicious. The service is good ( thank you Kevin and Tony) . We sat outside, it was okay, considering the recent heatwave in LA. The annoyance were the mosquitoes and flies. But, I don't hold the restaurant accountable for that. But, just be warned. We all agreed we will definitely return, but sit inside next time. It was a beautiful day and we enjoyed the experience. read more

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I've been here a few times now and had great experiences with the big mec in the past. Recently we came back and I decided to try the steak frites. I have to say that the steak frites were pretty good, but I expected the steak to be a little bit more flavorful, even with the sauce. Still a delicious meal, but with the prices they charge, my expectations were a bit higher. read more

Petit Trois - Steak Frites - French Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Not sure how I had never been to Petit Trois, but here we were. Was in the area, so made a quick reservation and we headed over. Got seated on the patio on a beautiful day, so we were perfectly happy. After a quick glance at the menu, our recommendations from our server, we decided to order. We started with the escargot, as one does at a French restaurant, and the French onion soup. The escargot cube bathed in butter, garlic and parsley and were very tasty. I mean, how can they not be when bathed in garlic and butter? The French onion soup was also delicious with ample gruyere cheese overflowing. Pure indulgence! For entrees, we all tried something different. The steak frites were.... steak frites. If you've tried one, you've tried most, so not very memorable. The duck confit was cooked well and not overly fatty, which was nice. The omelette, let me say, is beautiful to look at. You almost don't want to touch it because it is very picrure-esque, and absolutely cooked perfectly. A, dare I say, perfect omelette. Finally was the Big Mec. Now, there are a lot of good burgers in Los Angeles, but the Big Mec is one of the greats. So much flavor with the double wagyu patties, cheese, special sauce all while sitting in a Bordelaise sauce. It isn't something you would eat every day, as it is heavy, but it is phenomenal when you do. I'd say one of the top five burgers in Los Angeles, in my humble opinion. Overall, delicious French restaurant in Hollywood, a little above Hancock Park, serving delicious food. Get the escargot and French onion soup to start, and definitely get the omelette and the Big Mec, you will not be disappointed. read more

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I like the big mec more! Was missing the borderlaise sauce from the big mec as the wagyu burger's sauce is more cheesy and thick. Ended up eating most of the wagyu and burger separately as I am a messy eater. Fries were delicious as they were last year during our first visit. Wagyu was buttery and soft though, which lets me know I need to make haste and come back to try the steak frites. :) Banana cream pie had a lot of flavors - some sourness from the banana ice cream, toasted coconut praline dust, and coconut caramel - some chunks of banana were more ripe than others. Would opt for the creme brulee next time! Service was good, water constantly refilled during this very rich meal. The bathroom, however, did get clogged towards the end of our meal so I did not get to wash my grubby hands post meal. I think we need to limit the amount of toilet paper available in the bathroom because there is an insane amount of tp in the bathroom. read more

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Took the family here for a late lunch to celebrate my nephews birthday, since there were only a few other tables, it was nice and quiet -great for catching up! We started with the seasonal tomato salad and Boston lettuce, both were fresh, light, and perfect for a warm summer afternoon. The rest of the meal wasn't what I'd hoped for. My cocktail was noticeably watered down, and while my Big Mec was nicely presented and what I could eat was decent, the patty wasn't cooked evenly. One side had a nice crispy exterior, but just underneath it, the meat was completely raw -- not pink, but red & white, still wet & smooshy, clearly uncooked. I like medium rare, but this was more tartare than anything. Most of the adults in our party worked in food service at some point & we understand things don't always go as planned. But the spotty service was a bit of a bummer. Waiting at length on several things, and my nephew's lemonade that never even came, was disappointing. Our server was polite & the staff in general was kind & wished my nephew a happy birthday. My in laws said it was probably just an off day because they'd been before and the experience had been solid. Overall there were definitely bright spots, and I'd love to come back & try again. read more

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Prix fixe: Beet salad - horseradish cream is too intense and there's a lot of it. I wouldn't order this again. The beets and nuts were nice but pretty overwhelmed by the horseradish, even when I tried to avoid getting any of it on my fork. And I'm not a person who hates horseradish, by any means. I would try the Boston lettuce salad next time. Steak frites - the fries were evenly crisp (fried in clarified butter), the herb butter sauce was fresh and light, the steak was a nice medium to medium-rare, even on a piece this small. I would definitely get this again. I'm not sure what the portion difference is between the prix and the regular, but this felt well worth the price we paid as part of the prix fixe. Big Mec Burger - The burger, while cooked nicely medium rare, was a difficult knife and fork burger, due to it sitting in a pool of demi glace. The flavors of the burger were nice, but they might get a little taken over by the sauce. It is an incredibly expensive burger, and I question it's worth. Chocolate mousse - topped with cacao nibs, dark chocolate shavings and hazelnuts. A very rich milk chocolate flavor and a much stretchier almost pudding like texture than I have encountered in a mousse before. Honestly not my favorite dish. I would try the puff pastry option next time! We also got: French onion soup - big pieces of onion in here, that they maybe did not cut the entire bottom of the onion off of. Peppery, but not overly so. It was flavorful with a very satisfying amount of cheese, baked perfectly on the top. Felt like it could have used one more element....salt? Or an herb? It was good but we didn't find it outstanding, especially for the price. Overall, only the prix lunch deal (12-4 M-F) felt worth the price. I'd definitely come back here for that. We were interested in a couple of other menu items that we didn't try, so we'll likely be back someday. I've had better versions of everything we ordered at a better price elsewhere in town, tho. We ate in the bar portion of the restaurant. Service was helpful, friendly and leisurely. Probably a place where you'll have to flag your waiter down, as they're trying to let you enjoy your meal unhurried and uninterrupted. Bathrooms were clean and well appointed. Patio area was closed due to rain when we dined but it looks like a nice space with plenty of shade. read more

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Tried the Big Mec and it was one of the best burgers I've ever had in my life. Husband also agreed. Cocktails were sublime. read more

Petit Trois - Big Mec - French Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Honestly, it's pretty hard to find a truly authentic French spot in Los Angeles. Most places feel more French-inspired than the real deal. Honestly, this is the closest we've found to that cozy French bistro experience by far. Even the decor gives you that transported-to-Europe kind of feeling. My favorite has to be the Burgundy escargot. They're super rich, buttery, and full of flavor. The Wagyu steak frites is perfectly cooked and insanely tender. Absolute delicious! The duck confit is also done really well. The meat falls right off the bone, and the fat is beautifully rendered and fragrant. The only drawback is that the sauce leans a bit salty, I wish it were slightly more balanced, because the dish itself is excellent. Also worth noting is the housemade baguette, golden and crisp on the outside, with a soft, airy interior. It complemented the escargot perfectly, and the cocktails held their own. Luckily we made a reservation, because the hostess at the entrance wasn't very friendly and would have only seated us outdoors on a blazing hot day. Once you get past the rude hostess, everything else was wonderful. Fortunately, the servers inside were fantastic, and I would absolutely come back to try more. read more

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Had an overall ok experience. Over hyped and overrated for the price imo Drinks were really good - we got the Pear (v good but batch made so no substitutions), the gin spritz thing, espresso martini, and also asked to do the zero proof floral tonic with gin. For food i got the duck confit and hubby got the Le mec burger. Everything about the duck confit was WAY too salty I had to sip water after every bite. The potatoes were good though. The burger was super rich (though they do warn you that it's decadent), maybe a little too much. For dessert we got the hazelnut praline thing (Paris Brest) which was really good. The reason I'm taking 2 Stars off is because of how salty the duck was, and our server kept asking us if we're ready to order when we told her we wanted to chill on our drinks for a while. We appreciate it when servers are attentive but she couldn't read the room and just came off as really pushy and seemed like she wanted us out of there. read more

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This had been on my list for a while and it lived to the standard I had in mind. I came for the steak frites and big mec. Even though those were good it wasn't life changing. But to my unexpected surprise the liver mouse was so delicious and umami paired with such well toasted bread. read more

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Everything we tried was excellent! Burger was juicy, which they are known for. The mussels were fresh and in a yummy sauce. Service was fast and good. read more

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I was invited here by a friend, and it turned out to be a really lovely experience. It's a French restaurant with valet parking available, but you can also find free street parking nearby if you prefer. The food had a lot of depth and was overall very flavorful. The onion soup was definitely the highlight -- rich, comforting, and one of those warm, satisfying dishes you don't come across that often. The beef tartare was decent, but nothing particularly memorable. The omelette was a bit too cheesy for my taste, though that might just come down to personal preference. Banana tart is so good. Try this. The outdoor seating had a great brunch vibe and was really enjoyable, while the indoor space felt a bit small and tight. Service was also very good -- attentive and friendly throughout. Overall, a solid spot with a great atmosphere and some standout dishes. read more

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I've been to the Sherman Oaks location several times over the last 10 years and I decided to try the original Hollywood location. Upon entering, it is very very small. The front room is counter seating only and it's very cramped and a bit claustrophobic. Thankfully we got a seat at the bar in the back room which was much more spacious and relaxing. One thing to mention, I loved the bar chairs. Most bar chairs are not that comfortable but these were surprisingly comfortable. Our hostess was super friendly but our main server was a bit curt which put a damper on our experience. We got the feeling that we were annoying him which made our meal a bit awkward. We started with the baguettes and French onion soup. The bread was good and soup was one of the better ones I've had. Perfectly balanced but extremely overpriced at $25. For our entrees we got the burger and steak frites. The burger was juicy and delicious but they could tone it down a touch with the bordelaise sauce as it's a bit overwhelming and messy. The streak frites were perfectly cooked at medium rare but the peppercorn was a bit much and it was very salty. The true flavors of steak would have shined more with a lighter spices. We got the soufflé for dessert and was it was excellent. Overall our meal was good but I've definitely had better and lower prices so I don't see myself running back anytime soon. I will say that the valley location is much more of a vibe with a better lively atmosphere but the Hollywood location has better food. read more

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We were introduced to French omelette by Chef Ludo's videos. We've been visiting Petit Trois for a few years now. It was one of the first restaurants we visited once we were allowed to during the pandemic. Inside all the seating are at the chefs counter or individual seating facing the opposite wall. Chefs counter is always cool. We get to watch them make all the food and the making of the French omelette is always a fun watch. This location also has an outdoor seating. It's basically in the parking lot but since they're at the end, you don't get any cars passing by. Last time we came we would need to pay for valet if we wanted to park inside the lot but we found parking across the street. We ordered the French omelette (per usual). This is a very buttery, smooth, rich, and runny. If you prefer your eggs super cooked and dry, this isn't the dish for you. It's cooked in butter, Boursin cheese in the center, and glazed with butter on the outside. Topped with chives and a simple salad. The salad balances out the richness of the omelette. They make sure that it is rolled to perfection. We also ordered the steak frites. That was also very buttery (by the way they use the good European butter). What's the difference between European butter and regular American butter you ask? Well, European butter is higher in fat content and lower in water percentage so it creates a very rich flavor and such creamy texture. The steak was cooked as asked. The frites were crispy on the outside but perfectly cooked inside. I cook a lot so I can usually pick out a lot of the herbs & spices used in a dish. But I could not place the taste of the steak. It was delicious but different. So I asked our server what it was and that's how I learned about Chervil. I met Chef Ludo once at the Sherman Oaks location. Very nice guy. I did not expect him to be the one to bring out of meals so that was a nice surprise. read more

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Petit Trois has been on my list of places to go for years, I have been dying to try their Big Mec. For my husband's birthday weekend, I brought him here for brunch. It's $17 for valet parking, and they literally park your car right in front of the restaurant. If you want to save money, try finding parking somewhere else. I selected outdoor seating on the reservation, I highly recommend you do that. The patio is spacious, airy and nicely decorated with plants, plus they have shades to block the sun. Service was excellent, the hostess was sweet and friendly. We waited for nothing, our water was constantly refilled. My husband had a French beer that he really liked, and I had their Bloody Mary, which has harissa and sriracha in it. Spicy and tasty, the harissa gave it a very unique flavor. I got the Big Mec which comes with frites, it was honestly better than I had imagined it would be. It's a delicious ooey, gooey, cheesy, 2 patty burger served on top of the richest, most delicious bordelaise sauce. You eat it with a knife and fork, and even though I was full about 3/4 of the way full, I didn't dare leave any behind. Frites were also excellent, super crisp exterior and a pillowy inside. Husband had the Omelette Petit Trois, the best omelette we have ever had. It's stuffed with Boursin cheese and topped with loads of chives, and also served with a side salad of butter lettuce perfectly dressed in dijon vinaigrette. His meal was impeccable. I really hope we make it back here again, next time I want to come later and experience the full menu. I will say it was pretty pricey, $125 after tax and tip for breakfast, but hey, anything for the birthday boy! read more

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We had a lovely meal at Petit Trois. The escargot was surprisingly delicious -- rich, garlicky, and perfect for dipping bread into the sauce. The peach burrata was excellent, though the basil leaf on top didn't seem quite as fresh as the rest of the dish. The butter pasta for our toddler was simple but very well done. Our son absolutely loved it and happily finished a good portion. The fish was the biggest surprise of the night -- perfectly cooked and incredibly flavorful. The duck leg was tender, rich, and full of aroma, with meat falling right off the bone. For dessert, the banana dessert was outstanding and a perfect ending to the meal. Overall, a wonderful dining experience with great food and a family-friendly atmosphere. We'd happily come back. read more

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I thought the service was wonderful. Everyone was lovely. Indoor seating: there is only bar style seating. I like that vibe. Outdoor seating: they have a large, beautiful, and spacious, covered patio. Parking: appeared to be valet only. Drinks: my Bloody Marys were perfect. Food: there is a brunch menu (on Saturdays) and an after 3 menu. Our food was fine, overall. I would have liked my steak to be at least warm when served and my fries salted. That's the only reason for the 4 - which I hate giving. My French onion soup was beautiful. My friend loved his chicken liver mousse. The lemon butter sauce on the mussels was drinkable! I can see myself coming back on a weekend and sitting at the bar and ordering the mussels and enjoying a cocktail. read more

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Overrated, food is not great. It's good, don't get me wrong, but nothing special. Definitely not worth the price. I had the warm goat cheese salad, burger and the apple tart. All were just okay. read more

Petit Trois - Burger - French Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The front of house woman was quite rude and standoffish which was off putting. Thankfully the server inside was friendly and inviting. Overall, I'd say majority of their signature dishes are excellent. We dined in at 2pm so it was about an hour early for their all day menu, and we were only able to order from their breakfast menu which does not include dinner items. Thankfully, there's still a decent overlap between the two so I still got to order main signature dishes I was interested in. Omelette - 10/5, WOW. I see why this is one of their signature dishes. The fluffiest omelette with Boursin cheese melted in the center. This was incredibly luxurious and the cheese brought a nice touch of acidity to the dish. The butter lettuce is a great side. Steak Au Poivre - 5/5, spectacular!!! They balance the cognac, cream, and peppercorn in the sauce sooo well! The steak was cooked perfectly to medium rare. I didn't find the crushed peppercorns overwhelming. Steak tartare - 2/5, I personally like my tartare with more bite. This was ground up so much you didn't need to chew it and I thought it looked fairly unappetizing. I wasn't a huge fan of the texture and the seasoning could be stronger. It was pretty mild in flavor. My partner would rate this a 4/5, he loved the texture and flavor profile. It was a very generous portion. French onion soup - 3/5, the cheese is some of the best Gruyère I've had. A very nutty flavor and great cheese pull. The veal/onion broth itself was average, it didn't have a great depth of flavor. Fries - 4/5, inconsistent fry. One batch we received was too hard for my personal taste. The second batch we received was perfectly crisp on the outside and fluffy on the inside. read more

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Came here for the first time. Cute place. Definitely reminded me of France minus the noise. Had a glass of chenin blanc, beets salad, and burger. The beets salad was delicious and flavorful, the horseradish dressing was a nice bite with the sweet flavor. The burger was on a bed of sauce. It was flavorful. 1 out of 10 highly recommend. We also ordered fries, you have to request the sauce. Fries are fries, wished it was slightly crispier but still paired well with the burger. Would come back to try other items on the menu. :) Great food and good service. read more

Petit Trois - Burger :) - French Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I really wanted to like this place, but I'm going with two stars. We ordered the Le Big Mec, Duck Confit, and Hazelnut Praline dessert. I love regular Big Macs, and I can say that the Le Big Mec tasted very similar to one. They said I could only have medium-rare, which is fine. However, the patties were not cooked evenly. They were med/medium-rare on the outside, but towards the center, rare. I could tell it was rare because the meat was just mushy. I ended up eating around the rare parts. Not great for a $40 burger. 2/7 The Duck Confit was SALTY and swimming in a pool of oil. 1/7 The Hazelnut Praline was the best thing we ate. 7/7. We got quite a few drinks. We got a couple rounds of the gin Pear drink, Gin and tonics and an Espresso Martini. The Pear one was tasty, but rather weak because it was batch made. Drink-wise, everything was great. What really pissed me off the most about this experience was the server. Before we order food, we like to get a few drinks, talk, and relax. We explicitly told her this (multiple times), but she kept interrupting us and pushing us to order. As a server, you should be able to read the room. I understand you're doing your job, but it felt like she was trying to rush us out of there. A bit rude, if you ask me. You get to see the Chefs cook all the food if you sit at the bar. It's fun and interesting. Just a warning to the Chefs. We can hear you guys talk to each other. I'm not fluent in Spanish, but I understand enough. Some of the talk was not appropriate for a restaurant setting with customers in ear shot. Overall experience was less than good. I was looking forward to this place all week and I really wanted to like it. Bill was $260. Not worth the price and hype. read more

Had a lovely Memorial Day lunch here this past week with friends. Petit Trois has long been on my list of spots to try and I'm glad I finally made it in. The covered patio is cozy but has enough seating for a few tables, and during the day it is warm, and covered from direct sun as well, perfect to sit and sip on some cocktails. The staff is very friendly and attentive. As for the food, no complaints here. They have a decent lunch special pre-fixe for $44, which includes an appetizer salad, entree, and dessert. I had the steak frites which was cooked perfectly medium and the fries were crispy, along with a Boston lettuce salad and a very well executed chocolate mousse. I would love to come back soon and try their brunch menu. read more

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Excellent fries, delicious omelette with the butter lettuce, and addictive french toast. Those items were unanimously agreed upon as the best of what we ordered. Also ordered the filet au poivre, steak tartare, escargot, and french onion soup. There was a slight bitterness with the au poivre sauce...possibly the peppercorns were burnt, but the filet was cooked perfectly to med rare. The butter garlic sauce for the escargot went well with the baguette, and the French onion soup was definitely cheesy. The star of the show were the fries and we later discovered they were fried with clarified butter. Overall an excellent meal and the service was on point. Now we just have to make sure to wash it all down with some hot tea...there was definitely a lot of butter in most of the dishes. read more

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I was brought here on a surprise date night and I can safely say that the service here was totally on point. We were greeted right away as they were waiting for our table to be ready. The Duck Confit totally made our night especially when we were looking for place that served it as we had expected it to be. Petit Trois hit it out of the park. We ordered: Leeks Fondant - truly surprised me Baguette - couldn't stop eating it! Belgian Endive Big Mec Duck Confit Everything was simply amazing. I want to come back during brunch service and also because the ambience and service was definitely top notch! read more

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This restaurant is a gem. From the staff to the quality of ingredients, the food, the presentation, the menu, the ambiance. The drinks looked superb. We got the piña-mix mocktail. So good. And the frosé looked yummy. Got to see Chef Ludo who's great. We were celebrating my mom's 83rd bday. What a special treat it was. Highly recommend. read more

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I wish more restaurants were like this. The service was fabulous and attentive. Nate was great! The entire experience was a dream. I'd meant to come to this bistro since it opened (10 years ago! Whoa!!) but vacations to California were short and packed. Now that I've moved back, I got to take my husband for a little lunch date. We sat outside since the weather was exceptional, sunny with a cool breeze. I ordered the steak frites, pear gin and tonic, and my husband had the mussels mariniere with gin and tonic with passion fruit and grapefruit. I can't wait to order the Big Mec next time. For dessert, we shared the Paris breste. It was perfectly sweet and nutty. It was worth the wait and little journey up the 5 from OC. Five stars! read more

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First things first--their lot is valet parking only, which is indicated by small and hidden signs by the entrance. $17. Park on the streets! Also, no separate checks but splitting is okay. We made reservations inside (only option) and found out it was counter seating only so we opted for outdoor patio seating instead. It was breezy, but the breeze carried the smell of the garbage to the table. They were also playing French rap music, which didn't seem to fit the ambiance and decor. Service was overall good. Food was good. French onion soup was very rich and cheesy. Escargot was very garlicky but a little bland. Would have liked the steak or sauce to be more seasoned as well. Yogurt had plenty of fruit and was a refreshing with everything else we were eating. read more

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Had reservation at 6:30pm, but we arrived early and were seated right away. Our waitress was very kind and delicate. We ordered escargot, big MEC and duck confit. Escargot came with baguette, which was perfect. When it came out, you can smell the butter from the kitchen and it melts in your mouth once you try. And it goes well with a glass of chablis. Then big mec and duck confit came out. Big mec is huge that I couldn't finish it. The patty was juicy and the sauce around the burger went very well with everything, especially the fries. Highly recommended. Duck confit was good but a little salty for me. But my friend really enjoyed it a lot. She said portion was enough to make her tummy content. Valet is $15, but we were able to find street parking and it didn't seem too dangerous to park a block away on Melrose Ave. read more

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Petit Trois is a masterclass in classic French bistro cooking. We started with the escargot, which was rich, buttery, and packed with flavor--the kind of dish that reminds you why proper technique never goes out of style. The chicken liver mousse was exceptional: impossibly smooth, deeply flavorful, and perfectly balanced by the toasted bread and fresh chives. The steak frites was cooked beautifully and paired with a peppercorn sauce that was rich, bold, and worthy of being soaked up with every last fry. The meal finished on a high note with the chocolate soufflé--perfectly risen, intensely chocolatey, and absolutely worth the wait. Beyond the food, the atmosphere captures the charm of a true Parisian bistro. The service was warm, attentive, and professional throughout. As a chef, I appreciate restaurants that focus on executing the classics at the highest level, and Petit Trois does exactly that. My only disappointment was not getting the chance to meet Chef Ludo. Maybe next time. read more

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If I could give Petit Trois different ratings for its indoor vs outdoor seating experiences, those ratings would be at opposite ends of the spectrum. My first trip to Petit Trois was terrific. My partner and I sat at the counter inside, enjoyed friendly and informative conversation with the chef and staff, and had an outstanding meal. My second trip was a different story. We decided to sit outside this time to enjoy the summer evening weather and...boy was that a mistake. Our table was swarmed with flies the entire evening. At first, it was a minor nuisance, but as the food arrived, it became comically overwhelming. I did see another table that was supplied with a small table fan to shoo away the insect guests, but we were afforded no such courtesy. We ended up giving up on our meal because the flies had caked our entrees. The high price for the meal that felt so worth it on our first trip felt hilariously inappropriate for our a meal that was predominantly enjoyed by flies. Lesson learned and hopefully other readers can benefit from our mistake! read more

Coming here for Brunch during the summer heat was such an unpleasant experience... there was only bar seating indoors with the AC barely working; there was a cute patio area outdoors but there were no fans at all so we were just sitting there sweating in the sweltering heat. Food was pricey but just mediocre. I was really looking forward to the chocolate mousse but found it coming up short: cute presentation but it was too sweet, not chocolatey enough, and definitely too small a portion for that price. read more

Petit Trois - Chocolate Mousse - French Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Family from out of town has this in their list from a food network person. I had been a couple times so made a reservation. Decided on this one because of the Napoleon dessert. And THEY DONT HAVE IT anymore!!!! Why would you take such a unique selling point off your menu??!! Jeanae was our server. She was great. Two of us had the duck and 3 had the steak frites. Food had good flavor and meat was so tender. Disappointed that the fries were frozen bagged fries. Not what you expect with a seasoned chef. Bring back the napoleon and I'll come back. Otherwise, moving on. read more

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It doesn't get much better for a French brunch experience than Petit Trois. Absolutely insanely delicious food - the best omelette and French onion soup and French bread I have ever had. Service was also outstanding and the people watching was superb. Only negative was their outdoor seating area was essentially in a strip mall parking lot. I would go back in a heart beat for any meal at any time. read more

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