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    Tartine

    3.7 (823 reviews)
    Closed • 7:00 am - 9:30 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    White Chocolate
 Pistachio Bavarian Cake, 10"
    Valerie A.

    I recently ordered a large White Chocolate Pistachio Bavarian cake for a birthday party from Tartine, they have a specific cake menu. The person who took my order was very detail oriented and the cake was ready when I went to pick it up, they ask that you give them about a week advance notice. The cake was 10" but could have served at least 15 people. It was delicious!

    Two stars because of the generous amount of tuna. But otherwise...
    Zen X.

    The host and server did not look happy. Almost as if they were upset with me for being the kind of person who would go there to eat. But that doesn't matter. What matters is the food. And the fact that they sell a tuna salad sandwich with very hard bread (it was warm when it came out, but cools off and hardens fast) and leaves with dressing for $16 when you can get a tuna sandwich with soft bread and a bag of chips for $7.95 just fifty feet away at Boney's Bayside Market. Maybe that's why the server looked so upset with me; he assumed I was one of those rich, out-of-touch Coronado idiots who continue to blow their money on crap like this. And it's so upsetting to see how wasteful people can be with their money. I'm just a working class guy who made a wrong lunch decision is all. (I should've gotten fruit instead of salad. It was ONLY $3.50 more...)

    Cappuccino
    Josh W.

    I come here for coffee and I stay here for the atmosphere. The baked goods entice me some where in between. This is my favorite cafe on the island to sit down and enjoy good coffee with better company. The patio feels nestled, but spacious offering a great venue to sit and relax. The coffee is very good for a cafe that offers a full pastry and food menu. I typically order the cappuccino here as it provides a good balance between strong espresso and milky lattes. The food is high end and I enjoy exploring something new every time. The eggplant panini is incredible. The rotating stock of baked goods are never the same and I enjoy the surprise of what flavor of scone they'll have whatever day I found myself here. If you're in a rush (sorry), their take out service is efficient.

    Yu S.

    I got a decaf earl grey and the seared tuna sandwich. The tea was soothing. I would've liked a bit more seasoning on the fish itself, but it was quite good otherwise. The white sauce did pull most of the remaining weight. The tuna was also super thick and fat, definitely not a small portion. The bun was also thick and supportive. The fries were generically good. They remind me McDonald's fries a bit, but when they're actually fresh and have nice texture. I get the sense that this may not have been their best items. If I come back, I sorta want some quiche and salad.

    Morgan B.

    Enjoyed a nice quiet breakfast out side. Had a cold brew and Mexican mocha along with an order of granola and oatmeal. Nathaniel was nice and let us take our time relaxing and enjoying our coffee. He offered for us to look at their pastries as their dessert menu changes daily.

    Chris L.

    Nice seating indoors and out. Indoors is very noisy with most of it coming from the staff and kitchen. Very loud. They open early but their breakfast menu is extremely limited. Cafe was very good. Oatmeal was standard. Croissant was very nice and served warm. Seems it really is about the takeout pastries until lunch. Wouldn't come back with a group for breakfast unless you want coffee and light food. Lunch and dinner menu are more extensive. Example they don't serve any eggs at breakfast unless you buy the $20 quiche. Service was decent but no follow up in the taste of food nor cafe check. Seems they were busy still setting up the tables and getting squared away. Example: They delivered the table flowers at the end of my meal as a drive by with no words. Just plunked it down. Should have that done before they open. Get a reservation for outside tables. They offered a table but then told me the best tables were reserved. Was here for a good bit and no one ever sat at them. Va bene. Tables and floor were a bit dirty for starting the day. Overall a solid 3 based on selections, cleanliness, price and value. It's got a bit of a cult following but I think it is time for a refresh and increased attention to detail. If you want a full true breakfast this isn't the place on Coronado.

    Deserts at the end of the day.
    Polo P.

    Wow! Great food. Had the stroganoff. Huge chunks of beef, great cheese and they make the pasta themselves. Best stroganoff I have had ever. And don't forget the deserts They make themselves and fresh daily. Had this insane cookie and yes I had the brownie. Looking forward to going back and trying the rest of the desserts and menu. First time, but not my last.

    Prime location right at the viewpoint.
    Alison M.

    What a cute cafe! Recommended by the valet at the hotel when I asked for good coffee and he said, "there is a European bakery up the street..." I said, say no more. Great baked goodies, a large food and lunch menu, and delicious coffee. I will be back! Service for to go was super friendly.

    Pavlova and lemon meringue tart

    Incredible food and an excellent value. We came here just before NASCAR. The charcuterie and fruit tart and lemon meringue tart were so incredibly scrumptious that we returned for breakfast the next day and got more desserts to go and share with my parents at home. Showstopping presentation especially for desserts. I loved the relaxed, friendly and restful atmosphere and I told my friends about this place! Did I mention the addictive epi bread from Bread and Cie with European butter? I got extra loaves to go.

    Jade M.

    So I think similar to other reviews we waited a bit by the sign that requests you wait to be seated, until I saw someone walk past me to the register so we waited in that line i let to get to the front and again not be acknowledged by any stay for a few more minutes. Then when we did begin to order they asked "to go" and when we stated for her is when we were seated. Overall waiting to order maybe took 20 minutes? I can understand- there was little staff present between orders bussing and making drinks. It's a large restaurant so it's hard to staff. The food was delicious, we ordered a pavlova, the banana chocolate chip coffee cake, a charcuterie board and two coffees. I could have been happier with the meal. We weren't in a hurry so really the wait was fine.

    Yuko Y.

    Stopped by Tartine and had the prosciutto panini -- it was really good, fresh, and full of flavor. The servers were super friendly and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. Simple, delicious food with great service. Would definitely come back!

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    Cute place for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Food is amazing but the pastries are out of this world!!!!

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    They have handled bread, pastries, dog cookies with bare hands in my experience. I have to ask to use tongs or gloves every now and then.

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    L’orangerie

    L’orangerie

    4.4(55 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    •$$

    Food: Flavors were okay. Fish was cooked well but nothing special…read more Service: Very kind staff although a bit forgetful and slow. Atmosphere: Great location in Coronado with both indoor and outdoor seating available.

    L'Orangerie occupies a space at the Coronado Historical Association building which is on the main…read moredrag of this island city. I think the name was in homage to the orange trees (and buildings to protect them) that were planted along the avenue by the original settlers of Coronado. There was a lovely outdoor patio in front of the entrance. The interior had several tables across from the open kitchen for inside seating. If you don't mind being outside, then dining al fresco is the way to go. A menu of the day was available that featured drinks, salty, sweet, and dessert items. The main menu was several pages long with a few of them dedicated to drinks. For a French bistro, the variety of items was solid. From the list of nine Main Courses, I chose the Creamy Chicken which was a chicken breast coated with cream and mushrooms. French fries and a salad came as sides to the dish. The flavor of the creamed mushroom sauce was good while the fries were ordinary. My concern was the prices as they seemed high, especially for some of the more simple preparations. I noticed that Chef Philippe and all of the staff were fluent in French which was a good sign for the camraderie of the team. The service I received from multiple workers was fine. A happy hour runs from 2:30 to 5:30 daily. I rounded the rating for my dining experience at L'Orangerie up to a four star level because I really liked the ambiance of this new café.

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    Chez Loma - LOBSTER MAC

    Chez Loma

    3.8(570 reviews)
    1.1 mi
    •$$$

    We had the honor of being served by the manager Pedro. Greatl outdoor seating although indoor…read moreseating in the converted historic residential home looked nice. Had the beets, onion soup, filet mignon and chicken. All outstanding. The cheese topping on the soup was browned to a puff pastry like texture. Unique but great. Will return but hoping for specials to get more variety. If you get the beets, don't bother paying for the bread service because they come with bread.

    Spending time in Coronado and wanted to try Chez Loma. Made…read morea reservation for outside. We were greeted and sat outside. Ordered a bottle of wine. May I say that I think the wines were so over priced. I understand making a profit... I'm certainly not against that. When a simple Cote' D Rhône that I can buy for $14 is $65 .. it's just hard to get past that. The menu.... meh. Not impressed. To say Seafood anywhere on your website is kind of misleading. One Salmon dish ( which is pretty pedestrian) and then the fish of the day which was Black Cod. It was quite good.. but really should have a few choices. How about some oysters? How about Scallops? We did the beet salad and the Tuna Crudo. Nothing was outstanding. Really. Will I return? I doubt it. Too many other places in town with more selection. Never went inside... but saw a small bar with a TV and the music was 80's -90's. How about some French Music? Nothing French about it except for the name.

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    Saint James French Diner

    Saint James French Diner

    4.2(350 reviews)
    1.3 mi•Gaslamp
    •$$

    Having eaten here several months ago for dinner, loving it, and forgetting to leave a review; I…read morefigured I'd redeem myself and post my latest lunchtime snack I had here at Saint James a few days ago while waiting for a Swiss watch technician from across the street to come back from lunch himself. French onion soup. Enough said. Deviled eggs rounded out our light snack, and those were freshly prepared. While the expected olive and chive flavor was outstanding, the anchovy was done just right to elevate the dish (my understanding now is that anchovy is usually included in deviled eggs as served in Europe). Our espresso martinis excelled at fronting the coffee taste before the vodka, instead of the usual other way around. This sip was exactly as I remember when I had the same for dinner previously. Service as mentioned, was extremely friendly and more importantly, went beyond service and well into hospitable. Love coming here. So, if you're in the area and just need a light snack (or a hearty dinner), drop on by - HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

    Came here for a meetup. Did some research and I guess it has some history. Here was my experience…read more AMBIANCE Parking: Downtown San Diego, parking can get chaotic but doable. But your best with public transportation, rideshare, or carpooling. Seating: It's a smaller, intimate space with a mix of tables, booths, and bar seating. Room for maybe 50 people or so. Vibes: In the heart of Downtown San Diego, there are a lot of eateries and activities. The spot itself, Saint James feels like someone took an old-school American diner, sent it on a trip to Paris, and brought it back to San Diego. You still get the casualness and familiarity of a diner, but with the moodier lighting, décor, bar, and menu of a French bistro. It's stylish without feeling like you need to be overly dressed up. Being tucked into the Palihotel also gives it that cool boutique-hotel energy. FOOD / DRINKS Burger Parisienne (Recommend) A comforting flavor with some simple french influence. At its core, you've got something very American: a juicy cheeseburger. Then the French influence with the caramelized onions and a rich bordelaise (sweet wine) sauce. It's rich, savory, and makes this much more of a fork-and-knife burger than your typical grab-it-and-go situation. French Martini (Recommend) When at a French restaurant, do French things. Fruity, smooth, and easy to drink. You get the sweetness and tartness you'd expect from a French Martini, making it a nice contrast to the richness of the Burger Parisienne. CUSTOMER SERVICE Friendly, attentive, and professional. Can't complain! TL;DR OVERALL 4 Stars. Good food, good drinks, and that balances French flavors with American culture. It's not quite a traditional American diner nor a traditional French bistro. If you're exploring Downtown San Diego and want something a little different without going full fine dining, this is worth checking out. TIPS * Check out their weekday Happy Hour from 3-6 PM

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    Et Voilà French Bistro - Cheese-filled phyllo

    Et Voilà French Bistro

    4.6(936 reviews)
    5.1 mi•University Heights, North Park
    •$$$

    I've been here multiple times before for happy hour & then some. Love it before but LOVE THEM even…read moremore now!! Our gf had her bday celebration here two weeks ago. I was 30mins early with homemade bday cake in hand to surprise the bday girl. Since I was the first one there, Ludo & staff were exceptionally sweet to let me sit & wait even though all parties haven't showed up yet. Exceptional customer service!!! 12 out 10!! Delicious food & pretty big portions. Can't rave enough about this fine establishment!! Btw, there's an extra charge for bringing outside cakes which isn't a problem. In fact!!! They went above & beyond with cutting the cake & decorating each slices with fresh fruit & tasted like a coulis sauce. Gave the restaurant staff the rest of my homemade pandan carrot cake to share. Highly recommend Et Voila to every one!

    Some friends of mine brought me to Et Voila French Bistro for a birthday dinner. I have not been…read morehere since 2016 when they first opened. For my dinner, I had the traditional Boeuf bourguignon with pappardelle pasta. My friends ordered the Steak au Poivre et Frites and Coq au Vin. We also had a great bottle of wine called Lacoste-Borie 2018. The last time I had boeuf bourguigon was about 20 years ago. a rendition of Anthony Bourdain's recipe, but without the pappardelle pasta. Et Voila's version with the pappardelle was outstanding. The freshly made pasta, not only added great texture, but also flavor. It prepared just right, too. The Cabernet sauce was excellent and offered a great depth of flavors. The dish also came with tender carrots, sweet pearl onions, and white mushrooms. All of them were perfect. The beef was rendered down beautifully and had great color and was very tender to the touch. The beef offered exceptional preparation and was an absolute pleasure to eat with the Cabernet sauce. Well done chef. I was treated to a house soufflé which was excellent. It hit all the notes: light, soft, and airy, but packed with flavor. The sauce that came along with it was very good. My friends, who are regulars here, were very pleased with their dishes as well. I have to say, both of their dishes looked amazing. The hospitality at this French Bistro is first rate. All the employees, including the owner, were very amiable and welcoming. They aim to provide an excellent dining experience and that's what they do. This place is perfect for date night, special occasions, or just to simply enjoy a delicious quiet meal.

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    Wormwood - Dessert

    Wormwood

    4.3(499 reviews)
    5.0 mi•University Heights, North Park
    •$$

    Wormwood is an absolute gem with a moody, secret-garden sanctuary that strikes the perfect balance…read morebetween upscale French gastronomy and distinct Baja influences. The ambiance sets the tone for an unforgettable date night, complete with fantastic non-alcoholic mocktail options and an incredible wine list. We did their culinary tour, and every single course was executed with incredible precision and intention: Parker Loaf: Warm and cozy with rosemary and local honey bee. Calafia Oysters: Bright and unique, paired with a fermented spicy kosher granita and citrusy absinthe vinaigrette. Local Yellowtail: Balanced beautifully with a coriander avocado mousse, morita sea pearls, and a fermented spicy ginger sauce. Palate Cleansers: Refreshing watermelon mint and strawberry rosemary sorbets. Taleggio Agnolotti: Creamy and pillowy, served with local pea beurre blanc and grilled yakitori Baja shrimp. Grass-Fed Lamb Rack: Northern California organic lamb cooked to perfection with goat butter. Baja Trout: Ginger-brined with a rich kombu beurre blanc and maple-glazed bok choy. Dessert: A stunning Opera cake and deconstructed crème brûlée to round out the night. Beyond the plate, the service was seamless, warm, and elevated without feeling pretentious. Between the lush patio setting, thoughtful drink pairings, and flawless menu pacing, Wormwood delivers one of the most memorable dining experiences in the city.

    Two stars, one for the bread being fresh and delicous and one for the nice servers. Other than…read morethat, we were deeply disappointed with our experience. We booked a table for Saturday at 630pm for our Wedding Anniversary (noted on the reservation). We were seating fairly quickly in the romantic patio area right next to the piano. Its really cute and looks just like the photos. It cozy spacing, so we were sitting elbow to elbow with our neighboring table. Unfortunately, it was also right next to the fly catcher so every time the breeze came by, we experienced a really bad odor. We recognize we are outdoors and flies are a problem, but maybe dont put a table near the fly catcher or place it somewhere that doesn't catch the breeze. It made for a pretty unpleasant experience and we didnt figure out what the smell was until partway through our meal, so it felt like a big ask to be moved at that point. We ordered the 3 course meal. Service was extremely slow and it ended up taking 2 hours. It seemed like a busy night, so maybe the kitchen may have been backed up or they were short staffed, but a little acknowledgement of the slow service by our waiter would have been appreciated. The drinks were okay, but took 20 minutes to come out. There was a gap of about 40 minutes between appetizer and the main dishes. The wait was not worth it. For appetizers we got the muscles and shrimp. The muscles were tasty and the only item we liked of the night. The shrimp was overcooked. For mains we got the short rib and the chicken. The short rib was not tender, the sauce and sides were fine, but for an $8 uncharge we expected the short ribs to be fork tender. The chicken cordon Bleu was more like a chopped chicken croquet. It was fried nicely, but needed more seasoning and flavor. We did not finish either plate. For dessert we got the creme brulee and the opera cake. The creme brulee was a good size portion and but just tasted like cream. We thought the kiwi did match. The opera cake was decadent and flavorful, but the almond ice cream tasted too much of almond extract. Overall we were underwhelmed with the food. There was no acknowledgement of our anniversary, so we were a little disappointed in that. Unfortunately we will not be returning.

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    Kingfisher - The flan was a great end to the meal

    Kingfisher

    4.3(712 reviews)
    2.2 mi•Golden Hill

    I am so happy I was able to make last minute reservations to Kingfisher for right when they open at…read more5pm on a Saturday! They only had a table for 5 but we ended up having 6 people in our party. They were so kind to be able to accommodate the additional person! They had personalized menus that greeted my party and it wished my friends a happy birthday!! They actually got to take the menus home! This was really a nice touch, I appreciated the details. We family-styled everything which is honestly the way to go so everybody can try a little of everything! It was majority of our party's first time dining there. We started off with some drinks, I got the Non-alcoholic Guava Mocktail and I got to try what was the equivalent to an espresso martini too. Definitely liked the guava drink better because it tasted like guava nectar juice (kind of like Kerns or Jumex). The Expresso Martini had fresh mint in it and it tasted earthy which wasn't my cup of tea. For food we started off with the Heirloom Tomato Salad which was DELICIOUS!! I don't know what they put in the Vietnamese Green Goddess (probably fish sauce since all the dishes basically had this) but it was magnificent and one of my favorite dishes of the night. Then the Scallops and the Black Cod came out. The Scallops came in a set of 3 and we cut them in half so we could all have a taste. The sauce on this was DIVINE!!! It was citrusy but still really flavorful bursting with umami. I'm literally starting to drool reminiscing about it xD We wanted to keep it to use on other dishes because it was so good. The Black Cod was also delicious. It had fried skin attached and a sesame soy glaze. Next up came the Beef Tartare and the Wagyu Steak. The Beef Tartare was probably the least flavorful out of everything we ordered, but it was still well seasoned. My friend said it was really spicy but it might have just been her bite because I didn't think it was spicy at all. I like that the give you the option of leafy greens or shrimp chips to eat it with. The Wagyu though, was an all-star dish. It was the crowd favorite for sure, we all enjoyed not only the steak but the picked baby eggplants that come with it, and the sauce was phenomenal!! Lastly came the Dry Aged Duck which is what they're known for. It was definitely the biggest fish out of all. You were able to eat the duck with two different sauces, one they called a "Fish Sauce Chimichurri" and "Vietnamese XO sauce" which is more so satay. My friends liked the XO sauce but I liked the Chimichurri better. They had actually forgotten about the side of Buttered Rice but I was told it was incredibly flavorful on its own so we still asked for it. It had more than just butter in it, there was dried shrimp and sesame seeds, and it was made with coconut milk or something because it had a sweet but savory taste to it. I saved some of my duck and Wagyu to eat with it which was actually pretty good. Overall I liked that they brought out the dishes from lightest to heaviest and especially after they brought out out 2 sides of Buttered Rice we were all satisfied and full. It was the perfect amount of food. Honestly EVERY dish was different but amazingly dank and I think it's the fish sauce in everything. They were also sweet and kept the cake we brought in the fridge, placed the candles on it for us, and even after we sang they cut the cake for us!! 10/10 would recommend coming here for not only the food but the impeccable service!! Since we had a larger party there's an automatic 20% gratuity already added to the bill, which came out to be $555! (Look at that angel number!)

    We came here during Restaurant Week which was probably our first mistake. For $75, it just wasn't…read moreenough food. Looking at pictures from other nights, most of our food was half the size or missing some major component. For example, the egg noodles had only a few very thin truffle shavings compared to what I saw online. They also lacked the real truffle flavor. The chocolate dessert was half of its normal size. Overall, everything is extremely overpriced and lacks flavor. The food was so bland across the board and it felt like we were being skimped out not on just the size but the flavor too. We eat a lot of Asian food and the taste wasn't even close to matching our expectations. All the workers were very friendly, but the food came out very slow. They also gave us a printed out menu for our anniversary with our last name on it which was spelled wrong. I don't care about that, just thought it was very funny. The restaurant was smaller than we expected, but we did enjoy the colors, the layout and the overall ambiance. Wouldn't go back!

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    Wolf in the Woods - Sweet Corn & Piñon Soup (100% -- the famous one)

    Wolf in the Woods

    4.6(547 reviews)
    3.8 mi
    •$$$

    Fantastic plates combining contemporary presentations and combinations across a familiar palette…read more This gem of restaurant sits in a pleasant hilltop neighborhood in San Diego, overlooking a forest, serving great experiences to the locale. Plates like the pisto, tataki, and lamb summarize the restaurant's ability to create once-in-a-lifetime bites in an artistic fashion. The interior ambiance and service staff only help to elevate the occasion.

    Such a beautiful little hidden gem! This place is small and intimate, tucked away among the trees,…read moreand has such a peaceful, almost magical atmosphere. We happened to be there when it started raining, and honestly, it made the experience even more fabulous. Sitting surrounded by the trees with the rain coming down felt so cozy and romantic. I'm usually a Sauvignon Blanc girl, but they didn't have it on the menu. Our server was so nice and attentive and recommended a wine that was similar to what I normally enjoy. I really appreciated that she took the time to understand what I liked instead of simply choosing something for us and her recommendation was lovely. The food is more about beautiful little bites designed to pair with the wine, rather than large portions. The toast was crispy golden bread served with a creamy, herby spread and bright orange salmon roe.The colors, textures, and presentation were absolutely beautiful. The combination of wine, small bites, attentive service, trees, and the rain falling around us created such a memorable experience. It's a small space, but it has so much character and charm. Definitely a place for slowing down, enjoying good wine, sharing beautiful bites, and taking in the atmosphere.

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