Diners' Choice: French restaurants in San Diego

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Updated 05 May 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall French cuisine in San Diego? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyses more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favourites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Tapas & Beers

4.9

4.9 (532)

$30 and under

French

Downtown

About the restaurant

Located in Downtown San Diego's historic Spreckels building, Tapas & Beers is a French and Spanish Restaurant.

We offer a large selection of Tapas plates to share between friends & family
but also normal size dishes if you don't want to share !

Our beers on tap selection highlights breweries from San Diego County and our wine selection from all around the world will make any wine lover happy too !

Everything you will eat at Tapas & Beers will be made from scratch to order with fresh and mostly organic ingredients !

Discover why our place isso highly rated !

Cheers!

Top review

Dana

Dined 4 days ago

This is a wonderful place to eat and so close to the Civic Theatre. The food and drink are delicious, the owners are charging, and the service is excellent. We will go back again and again.

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Bistro du Marché by Tapenade

4.9

4.9 (1529)

$31 to $50

French

La Jolla

About the restaurant

Named after La Jolla’s popular Open Aire Farmer’s Market, Bistro du Marché allows chef Diot to work closely with farmers to incorporate the finest local flavors into his dishes. Led by Cheffe Amélie Gadoum, Bistro du Marché incorporates quality ingredients and rigorous French technique. Signature dish includes Wild Mushroom Ravioli in Port wine Sauce. One of the specialties: Un Coq au Vin "Ivre de Bourgogne" Organic Chicken Braised in Red Wine Sauce, Yukon Gold Mashed Potato, Carrot, Mushrooms.

Bistro du Marché is based on the culinary concept of “bistronomie”, that emerged in Paris. Bistronomie, is a play on words on the concepts of “bistro” and “gastronomie”. It is a form of French cuisine that emphasizes the blending of haute gastronomic expertise, seasonality, and the traditional “cuisine de terroir” found in bistros across France. The youthfulness of the bistronomie movement has succeeded in reinvigorating French classic cuisine, and raised the bar of traditional French bistros.

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JenniferVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Thank you Wilson for your help in celebrating my husband’s birthday! Your service was great!

Frenchy’s Hideout

4.9

4.9 (16)

$31 to $50

French

Hillcrest

About the restaurant

Welcome to Frenchy’s Hideout, where Parisian elegance meets San Diego's vibrant taste for great food, wine, and unforgettable experiences. Treat yourself to a carefully curated selection of exquisite wines and authentic French cuisine, designed to create a dining experience you won’t soon forget. Whether you're here for a cozy dinner, a celebratory evening, or just a great glass of wine, our inviting atmosphere and passionate team are dedicated to making every visit special.

Our menu blends approachable elegance with the rich traditions of French cuisine, offering both regular dinner service and immersive coursed tasting menus. Each dish is carefully crafted and paired with wines that tell a story.

Join us for our weekly wine dinners, where we explore unique wineries and pair them with delectable dishes, all led by Head Chef Pedro Lugo Brito and Owner/Sommelier Michael Simpson.

Whether it’s famous wineries or hidden gems, we’ll take you on a gastronomical journey like no other.

Top review

Cecilia

Dined on 4 May 2025

Delicious food and amazing service. Highly recommended.

La Bonne Table

4.9

4.9 (1464)

$30 and under

French

Hillcrest

About the restaurant

LA BONNE TABLE is a cozy and intimate restaurant in the heart of the bustling neighborhood of Hillcrest. We serve country french food in a bistro fashion. Our menu consists of classic french dishes, a modest but excellent selection that will change with the seasons. We offer a romantic atmosphere and elegant setting, full bar and french beer on tap. Reservations are recommended as seating is very limited in this exclusive restaurant. Bon Appetit!

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bethesdaVIP

Dined on 3 May 2025

Fabulous waiter. Attentive and knowledgeable cute interior. Looked very country French

Et Voilà! French Bistro - San Diego

4.8

4.8 (2658)

$30 and under

French

North Park

About the restaurant

Et Voilà! is a vibrant neighborhood bistro, located along the North Park corridor. Et Voilà! French Bistro showcases Chef Vincent Viale’s talents, mixing French classics with a modern accent. Find local and seasonal products building upon French recipes from various regions, such as Steak Frites, Coquilles St. Jacques, and soufflés. Explore the diverse regions of France through a curated wine list, and taste a variety of distinct local ingredients with our crafted cocktails. Et Voila! French Bistro is the destination for those looking for a vibrant dining experience, or even for those looking for a simple glass of wine and informal bite at the bar.

No reservations accepted for happy hour

Please be on time to your reservation. Note that your allocated time slot starts at the time of your reservation and NOT when your party is complete. (1.30 hours for 2, 1.45pm for 3/4 people) We likely will not be able to extend your time if you are running late . Thank you for

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GuyVIP

Dined 1 day ago

We were at the restaurant for Mother’s Day. The fixed price menu had something for everyone to enjoy-a really nice selection of choices. One had a choice of 4 appetizers, 4 entrees and 3 desserts. The food was delicious and enjoyed by all of us. Our server Nancy was very attentive but not intrusive. The experience was a wonderful Mother’s Day dinner for my wife. A great restaurant. We have been several times and will return.

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Popular dish

Soufflé du Jour

Popular dish

Boeuf Bourguignon Traditionnel

Experience

Mother's Day 2025

Parc Bistro-Brasserie

4.7

4.7 (3244)

$30 and under

French

Banker's Hill

About the restaurant

Listed as one of OpenTable’s “100 Best Neighborhood Gems in America for 2021”, Parc Bistro is located in the center of beautiful Bankers Hill, just minutes away from everything San Diego has to offer. We have an incredible wine menu, creative craft cocktails, dedicated, attentive, warm, and knowledgeable service, a fantastic heated patio and Multi-Award Winning Cuisine. We are a seafood focused French Bistro that offers both classic French cuisine and globally inspired dishes. Don't miss our Famous Brunch, Voted "Best Brunch in San Diego!"
Once you visit us once…you’ll want to become a regular!

Offering Private Events Spaces that can accommodate anything from 10-150 guests, Parc Bistro is an excellent choice for your next event! We specialize in birthday parties, baby showers, wedding rehearsal dinners, corporate events, family gathering and more. We know how to make each event special. Sit back, relax, and let us take care of the details! Email jenny@parcbb.com for inquires

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TomVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Superb food ... However, this restaurant also is very noisy, especially if you're seated near a party of six.

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Popular dish

Kale Salad

Popular dish

Baby Roasted Beet Salad

Popular dish

Lobster Risotto

The WineSellar & Brasserie

4.8

4.8 (1026)

$31 to $50

French

Sorrento Mesa

About the restaurant

Established in 1988, The WineSellar & Brasserie is San Diego's premiere destination for fine wine and exquisitely crafted locally sourced, organic fare.

Consistently ranked among OpenTable's Top 10 local restaurants, The Brasserie has been honored with either Wine Spectator's "Grand Award" and "Best Of Award Of Excellence" every year since our inception.

With your meal, enjoy a bottle from the adjoining WineSellar boutique wine shop or choose a wine from our award-winning list. Either way, you’ll find an outstanding selection of unique small-production wines not found anywhere else. Not in the mood for wine? Choose from our rotating list of craft beers or seasonally available craft cocktails.

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JohnVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Absolutely, always the best times here. The cuisine, the wine list, the team, you can't ask for more!

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Experience

Laird Family Estate Wine Dinner

Little Frenchie

4.8

4.8 (1552)

$30 and under

French

Coronado

About the restaurant

Little Frenchie is a chef-driven approachable bistro modeled after Parisian neighborhood cafes. Enjoy our rotating menu of Provencal classics, our immense selection of unique cheeses imported from France and our extensive wine collection from both France and California. We take pride in the imported and local ingredients we use; our produce is sourced from regional farmers, and our seafood from local area fisherman.

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AlfonsoVIP

Dined 1 day ago

We went for Mother’s day dinner and it was great allaround Highly recommend this Restaurant Thanks to all the staff

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4.6

4.6 (879)

$50 and over

French

North Park

About the restaurant

Wormwood invites you to step into a bygone era, where poets, artists, and dreamers found inspiration in the Green Fairy. Tucked between North Park and University Heights, our whimsical corner of San Diego offers a French dining experience like no other—where each dish is crafted with passion, paired with curated wines and signature cocktails, and brought to life by exceptional service. Whether in our cozy dining room, enchanting patio, or hidden Secret Garden speakeasy, every evening is a journey of flavor and hospitality.

Now, we welcome you to experience Wormwood’s weekend brunch, every Saturday and Sunday. Indulge in a refined menu, sip handcrafted cocktails and artisanal coffee, and embrace a slower, more romantic pace to start your day. On Sundays, live jazz fills the air—transporting you to Belle Époque Paris with every note.

Brunch at Wormwood is a celebration of indulgence, connection, and the art of hospitality. A morning affair you won’t want to miss.

Top review

Reid

Dined 1 day ago

Every item we ordered was spectacular. I wish I had dined here years ago. My new favorite restaurant in SD!

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Experience

The Gourmet Hour

Experience

Wormwood's Celebration Tasting Menu $120pp

Experience

Mother's Day Jazz Brunch at Wormwood

Chez Loma

4.7

4.7 (1831)

$31 to $50

French

Coronado

About the restaurant

Our new San Diego home is located in the Carez Hizar House (circa 1889), a Coronado historical landmark on Loma Avenue almost at the corner of Orange Avenue. We are within walking distance to beautiful downtown Coronado, the Hotel Del Coronado, and the beach. A French inspired bistro where people feel comfortable and enjoy fresh rustic fare at reasonable prices. Sourcing locally to achieve maximum freshness and offering our customers what they want instead of following culinary trends.
If your desire is a casual tapa at the bar or a dinner with friends or colleges, Chez Loma under new management, offers an inviting space to relax, enjoy and socialize.

Top review

Cheryl

Dined 5 days ago

We eat at Chez Loma every time we’re in Coronado. The food is always excellent. The wait staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommend.

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