The French Gourmet

4.8 (1612)

$30 and under

French

960 Turquoise Street, San Diego, CA 92109

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem

OUTDOOR PATIO & INDOOR SEATING IS OPEN FOR BRUNCH 7 days a week!
HAPPY HOUR & DINNER (Wednesday-Sunday)
Our restaurant serves California-influenced French cuisine in our completely remodeled outdoor patio and indoor wine boutique, brand new menu and bar with signature craft cocktails. We are a long-time favorite of locals who appreciate the personal service and our extensive wine list. After more than four decades of serving our clients, it is as much an honor and a privilege, as it is a reassurance to know, that while culinary trends come and go, appreciation and dedication to quality endure.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
French, Continental, American
Hours of Operation
Brunch Daily 08:00–15:00 Happy Hour Wed–Sun 15:00–18:00 Dinner Wed–Sun 16:00–21:00
Phone number
(858) 488-1725 ext. 316
Website
http://www.thefrenchgourmet.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Also a versatile San Diego catering company, our products are all prepared fresh daily on the premises. The dishes conjured up in our kitchen reflect a commitment to originality, freshness and the celebration of taste. Our knowledgeable sales team will work with you to create a menu and style that will compliment your event and your budget. As a local catering company, we can provide you with china, glassware, place settings, equipment rentals, servers and bartenders, and much more.

Location
960 Turquoise Street, San Diego, CA 92109
Area
Pacific Beach
Cross street
Cass Street
Parking Details
There is 15 minute parking in front of the bakery, and parking on nearby side streets.
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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A little taste of France 🇫🇷✨ Started with a rich, comforting French onion soup, then dove into flavorful mussels, perfectly cooked steak, and tender lamb chops that hit every note. 🥩🍲🐑 And because no French meal is complete without something sweet—popped next door to the bakery for their famous banana nut bread. 🍌🥖 Pure perfection! @frenchgourmet #FrenchCuisine #FoodieAdventures #GourmetEats #BonAppetit #pb #pacificbeach #mussels #matcha #icedtea #bread #lambchops #bananabread #steak #ribeye #carrotcake
lifewithnolita
Been wanting to try out their pastries from @frenchgourmet and I finally got to! 🍰 Definitely gotta go back and try out the restaurant when it's open. I believe the restaurant is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, but the bakery side is open! This place is so cute with the ambiance reminiscent of a cozy French bistro. • • • #sandiegofood #sandiegobakery #thefrenchgourmet #thefrenchgourmetpb #pacificbeachsandiego #sandiegofood #sandiegoeats #bakeries #pasteries #bistros

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at The French Gourmet.

4.8

(1612)

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

1,566 Reviews

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JudyL
San Diego5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 8 January 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was very nostalgic to dine at French Gourmet just before they close their doors on Jan 11th. San Diego is losing a great institution. While a frequent customer in the 1980’s and 1990’s, it’s been at least a decade since I had been there, and was so happy to see really nothing had changed. Good food (the service and onion soup were a 10, the salad Niscoise scored a little lower but still very good, and the ambiance was relaxed. When we arrived for an early lunch the intimate space was empty, but by the time we left it was packed with a line out the door. For the entire time, we were never rushed. So sad to see it go, but congratulations on an outstanding history. Adieu à un merveilleux café!
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Anne Gold
San Diego4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 January 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always excellent food and service. The flavors are second to none in San Diego!
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Jimmy
Portland / Oregon1 review
5.0
Dined on 3 January 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Undeniably the best French food in the San Diego area. Excellent ambiance, preparation, flavor, and service. Prices are very reasonable and portions are larger than I have experienced at most French restaurants around the USA. It is a shame we just discovered this gem as they are closing 1/11/2026 due to retirement?
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Valeria
Las Vegas1 review
5.0
Dined on 1 January 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was perfect! We enjoyed the food and the ambiance.
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RobynAnn Gold
San Diego98 reviews
5.0
Dined on 29 December 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love The French Gourmet! We are so very sad that Michele has to close. The atmosphere, service, and food & drinks are always spectacular!
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Susan Gold
San Diego21 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 December 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very loud table of teenagers when we first arrived. After they left everything was great. Always a delicious day at The French Gourmet! we’ve been coming here for 35 years and will really miss them. STOP THE TOWER!!!!!
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Alan Gold
San Diego20 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 December 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Eat here as often as you can, because it will be gone within a month. This is one of few restaurants in San Diego that still prepares classical food. (Another: Jack & Giulio's in Old Town).
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Donald E.
San Diego4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 18 December 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This has been our most favorite restaurant for years. The wonderful food, the friendly ambiance, the pleasant service, all top notch. We've had so many delicious meals and so many wonderful experiences here, it feels like home. Whenever out-of-town guests have visited us, we've always taken them there. We've never been disappointed. We are very grateful that the owner is going to be able to retire, but so sad to know the French Gourmet will be closing soon. We wish the owner and staff well and thank them for years of pleasant dining. Donald E. Smith & Joel A. Fine
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Elle Gold
San Diego174 reviews
4.0
Dined on 13 December 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Love the take out baked goods from here and have had catering success as well - bu never dined at The French Gourmet. It has a small dining room and patio. Our server was prompt, courteous and attentive. We enjoyed brunch- my steak and eggs were perfectly prepared. Had bottomless mimosas and the bread is delicious - worth the trip just for the bread alone. Do go.
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Joseph Gold
San Diego9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 13 December 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The noise level that I specified was largely because of a single party, and may not reflect the usual vibe of this restaurant. Good food, very generous service. The escargots were much smaller than what I’m used to, but I’m otherwise satisfied.
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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
French, Continental, American
Hours of Operation
Brunch Daily 08:00–15:00 Happy Hour Wed–Sun 15:00–18:00 Dinner Wed–Sun 16:00–21:00
Phone number
(858) 488-1725 ext. 316
Website
http://www.thefrenchgourmet.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Also a versatile San Diego catering company, our products are all prepared fresh daily on the premises. The dishes conjured up in our kitchen reflect a commitment to originality, freshness and the celebration of taste. Our knowledgeable sales team will work with you to create a menu and style that will compliment your event and your budget. As a local catering company, we can provide you with china, glassware, place settings, equipment rentals, servers and bartenders, and much more.

Location
960 Turquoise Street, San Diego, CA 92109
Area
Pacific Beach
Cross street
Cass Street
Parking Details
There is 15 minute parking in front of the bakery, and parking on nearby side streets.
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.