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    À L'ouest

    4.5 (89 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndFrench, Brasseries, Cocktail Bars
    Open 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    French onion soup
    Jan H.

    We've been wanting to try this place since they recently opened. Reservations were about a month out, and we came on a Saturday for dinner. I thought parking would be worse than it was, but there were a few Lots very close by with no issue. Since we had a little bit of a bigger party they placed Us in the only booth in the restaurant. It's carved out into the wall and very cute. It had its own chandelier and a curtain you could close if you wanted privacy I'm assuming. It was decorated with pictures all over the wall. The staff was great and explained the menu very well, and made some recommendations. They ordered several dishes between all of us. French onion soup with oxtail was amazing and a must in my opinion. Everyone loved it and it actually had more oxtail and I expected. I will definitely be ordering this again. French onion burger. Unfortunately this was extremely salty and I couldn't finish it so was a bit disappointed. I did scrape off some of the onion mixture on top which did seem to help of it. I'm not sure if this is always how it is or if it was just a one-off. Steak frites. These were delicious, and the texture and flavor were perfect. The gravy they pour over top of it was so good. The portion was pretty generous as well. The Pate with Jam On Top was probably at least favorite. The Jam really overpowered things with the taste, and I just couldn't get past it. None of us really enjoyed it. The beets we're a favorite of everyone's, the texture and flavor in the nuts they added all came together nicely. The ravioli appetizer was also a favorite, everyone enjoyed it. It also had some type of small nuts in it, which added a little extra something, and the flavor and texture was good. Would order again. Unfortunately we were too full for dessert, so so have to try that on the next visit! The menu prices vary, and i feel like it's got a good bit of options. I'd recommend coming here for a special occasion like a date night, or birthday celebration to check it out. Im betting it will be one you return to.

    Dirty Martini
    Esther S.

    This place was nice with a good atmosphere and stylish vibe. The space felt polished and higher-end, and the bartenders were genuinely friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome throughout the afternoon. We only came here for drinks and sat outside at the bar. We had dirty martinis and Carajillos. The drinks were well made, but definitely on the expensive side for what you get. That said, you're probably paying more for the ambiance and overall experience than anything else. Even with the higher prices, we still had a good time and appreciated how kind and personable the staff was. Great spot if you're looking for a more elevated night out and don't mind spending a little extra on cocktails.

    Bread & butta
    Audrey T.

    A'louest has my heart! The vibe of this space is immaculate. Dark, moody, sensual. Amazing spot for a date night or dinner with the girls. Our waiter was nice and attentive! He did a whole layout of the menu and gave us his recommendations as well. We ordered 1 cocktail and 1 mocktail, both were delicious! I still think about the pomme pomme mocktail, would also be amazing with alcohol. The ravioli appetizer is a 10/10! I would go back solely for this dish. Do yourself a favor and order it. The bread is good, nothing special. Steak and frites with the ratatouille is a must. Great flavors and great energy. Will absolutely be back!

    A L'Oest
    Henri V.

    À L' oeste is french meaning 'to the west' westward. The restaurant self describes as a brasserie, which is a dining place that serves beer, wine and food in a casual relaxed setting. Located in North Park, a very trendy popular area of San Diego. As part of the Trust Restaurant Group, this restaurant offers traditional French cuisine with a modern flair. Have dined here a few times; sometimes drinks at the bar lounge and other times with a group of friends sharing appetizers. My most recent visit was for Sunday brunch, which was an added service to the usual dinner service. The brunch menu was limited and didn't offer some popular selections from the dinner menu, which was a disappointment and should be corrected. At Beverly Hills Spago's I often order off menu items from the lunch or dinner menu and the restaurant always accommodates, always, which merits 5 stars. Note worthy dishes from the À L' oeste menu: Salad Laitude, French Onion Soup, mini seafood tower, tuna crudo and Steak Frites..steak was prepared perfectly. Service from the servers during brunch was combative. I ordered a specific salad, but was presented with a different salad and the server insisted that's what it was. Good thing I took a picture of the salad I ordered and had to show the server, who was proven wrong, Trés Mal! Another service faux pas was the long wait for every dish to be prepared and presented, so sloth slow. The quasi manager tried to cover the service errors by the kitchen and servers but the entire dining experience had me wondering like I wanted to leave asap, where's the exit?...'to the west?' Although I may be partial to French foods and while most of the food here was delicious, the disorganized chaos from the servers was NOT a relaxing dining experience especially during brunch. À L' oeste est comme ci comme ça ?!!

    French Onion Soup
    Saleen M.

    Gorgeous restaurant in North Park! Make a resy because it is booking up fast. We waited about 1 month for a decent dinner time. My girlfriends & I came here for a birthday & had a blast. Friendly & professional service, delicious cocktails & the dishes were yummy! Also, what is that fragrance you have as soon as you walk in? It smelled phenomenal! Cocktails, apps & desserts are all a must. Skip the mains, they were not flavorful & way too expensive. Must: - Epi Baguette - Ravioles Du Dauphine - French Onion Dip - Ratatouille - Pomme Pomme (Zero Proof cocktail): So bomb, we ended up ordering 3 of these! - Pistachio Raspberry Tart - Birthday Macaroon, thank you! Pass: - Steak Frites - Black Cod Brochette - Milk Chocolate Mousse

    Dinner
    Charles C.

    A L'Ouest Restaurant has now been open for a couple of months. I have been wanting to try it for dinner. A friend invited me to a meal, and off we went. As other Yelp Reviewers have noted, parking is extremely tight in the area. The restaurant itself is located on the very busy Northeast corner of University Avenue and 30th Street, in North Park. There is no valet parking. The entranceway to the restaurant has a sloping floor. Caution needs to be exercised, especially upon leaving, if you have any mobility issues whatsoever. We each enjoyed the Sole Meuniere. However, the portion was too large for one person, and the dish is likely intended to be shared, although the printed menu makes no reference to that information. It is nice to see this old-fashioned dish on the menu. We were surprised the waiter slapped the check down on the table before it was requested. We were even more surprised when, after we signed the check, and it was sitting on our table, he snatched the signed check from under our noses as we finished our bottle of fine Burgundy. What's going on, A L'Ouest?

    Lorraine M.

    Went on a date upstairs at Georgettes and we were feeling some dessert to round out the evening. While the bar was full, we asked the hostess if they could squeeze us in for dessert and they were able to! Do not skip out on dessert here, they have an extensive and absolutely delicious menu - the banana mille feuille was the perfect balance of sweet and salty , and it paired so well with the strong and espresso forward espresso martini.

    Dawn B.

    Incredible meal here tonight. The service was impeccable. I ordered way more food than I had any business eating but I had to try it all. The French onion soup is some of the best soup I've ever had in my life and I'm a huge soup fan. The burger and tartare are a must try.

    Tuna crudo
    Melissa B.

    Loved this new spot in the heart of North Park. The main appeal is the chic vibe and the outdoor bar with standing space, plus indoor bar seating if you're walking in. It gets quite busy and reservations go fast. We put our name in around 6pm for a table and never got called even after about 3.5 hours, but we ended up just grabbing seats at the bar and still had a great time. We ordered a few cocktails and food and everything was really good. The steak frites were cooked perfectly with a super tasty sauce and crispy fries. We also tried the tuna crudo and grilled beets, both were great. The beets were way more flavorful than expected and I was obsessed with the black garlic marmalade. Sitting at the bar ended up being one of the best parts, and the bartender was super attentive and really helpful with cocktail recs!

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    Sanford P.

    We had a marvelous meal here. The restaurant is loud. Our server Austin was fantastic he had such a warm welcoming way. The French Onion soup was decadent. One of the best I have had. The baguettes were piping hot and tasty. Large salad perfectly dressed. Why do French restaurants have incredible French fries. The New York Steaks were perfectly seasoned and cooked. It just melted in my mouth. Finally the Neapolitan sundae was fabulous. Highly recommended

    Catrina R.

    This was the best meal I've ever had. Had dinner here on a wednesday at opening time. The new renovations (if you're local you know how long this was an abandoned building) are stunning. Started off with a few drinks. Each was unique and delightful. The chilled prawns were fresh and the texture was fantastic. The Jambon de Paris was like the most satisfying deconstructed croque. My personal favorite item from the entire meal was the ravioli. Buttery. Soft. Flavorful. Bury me in them. This dish alone would have me returning and I cannot recommend anything more. As for the entrees my husband got the steak frites and I had the duck. The steak was cooked perfectly and was tender. The fries it came with were the perfect accompaniment with the slight salt but the crispness. The duck was so tremendously orangey and was so satisfying. The meat from the leg was fall off the bone and the breast of it was beautifully crispy on the outside. Our side was the tartiflette. They were potatoes au gratin almost but tasted just like French onion soup and potatoes had a baby. An absolute stunner of a side. We also had their banana cream dessert with phyllo. It was nice and light. The perfect sweet ending. We also had the joy (since it was my husbands birthday) to have a birthday macaroon. It tasted like the essence of every great birthday cake you imagined it could be in a perfect sweet bite. I must rave about the service. Top down impeccable. But our waiter Austin went above and beyond to ensure we picked the right items, enjoyed every dish, and was just really invested in our experience. Everything was truly intentional not just food wise but service wise as well. We will absolutely ask for him to be our waiter moving forward. We made a reservation a month prior as it gets booked quickly. Please note that they are soon opening up for brunch. Is it expensive? Yes. Is it worth it? Also yes. Parking can be annoying but there's a lot adjacent. I cannot rave about this experience more. And yes, it was absolutely more than just dinner. It was an experience. This will be the gauge by which I hold all other restaurants to.

    Dining room
    Ben A.

    Super Cool ambiance, great decor, food was ok. One of the cooler looking places I've been, great for a date night. Food is as pricey and not up to par Ravioli: 5/10 decent but not remarkable Bread: 2/10 ok, but not worth 10. Very underseasoned Steak frites: 5/10 not flavorful, meat had weird taste to it and the au poivre sauce was lackluster. French fries were mid French onion soup: 5/10 was ok but not anything special Soufflé: 10/10 the high point of the meal and among the best I've had. Really knocked it out of the park with this one TLDR: order wisely, enjoy the space, but avoid going crazy

    Dessert menu
    Caroline K.

    Oh my god! Wow wow wow. This place is amazing! I am in love and need to eat here everyday! From the cocktails, wine list, fruits de mer aka oysters, hor d'oeuvres, and the incredible steak frites and ratatouille.. I almost licked the plate. I am so impressed from the care and detail of the interior - it had a vintage California French-brasserie vibe - very cool. Every where you looked the staff was ready and waiting to assist! I was so impressed with their opinions on flavors and they were all so knowledgeable on pairings! I have a new reservation already - can't wait to come again

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