L'Ardoise

L'Ardoise reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   John

   San Francisco1 review

   5.0

   Dined today

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Having never been, I took a bit of a gamble and booked a table for Kelli’s birthday at L’Ardoise. She is still smiling the next day. We felt welcomed immediately, the waiter knew the menu intimately, the food was wonderful and even though the small dining room and bar were completely full, we had no trouble feeling like we were by ourselves. How does that happen? We will be back for sure.
   

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   Gary

   Salt Lake City11 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We ordered escargot and I was expecting the traditional dish, but instead there were 2 escargots, each in a potato cup. Still good but totally unexpected! Rack of lamb was cooked to perfection and so was the coq au vin.
   

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   John VIP

   San Francisco2 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Such a charming, neighborhood place. Food and service very strong.
   

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   Caroline

   San Francisco4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   One of the most romantic and delicious dinner spots in all of SF. A neighborhood gem.
   

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   RayH

   Washington DC4 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Basically, the same great food and ambiance. But like many restaurants, it has cut back on little things that made it extra special (charging for bread that used to be free and eliminating a free after dinner glass of sweet wine).
   

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   Brian VIP

   San Francisco42 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   One of my favorite restaurants- food and service are always great.
   

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   Andy VIP

   San Diego2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   One of my favorite places to eat when I’m in San Francisco. Great service and delicious food !
   

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   glenn VIP

   San Francisco27 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 24, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Great little gem in the heart of San Francisco. Country French flare with a neighbour feel to it. Make reservations due to its popularity.
   

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   Adeline

   Unspecified1 review

   5.0

   Dined on April 23, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Absolutely wonderful! Best duck in SF. Service excellent, greeted by Thierry at the door. I will be back very soon. Thank you.
   

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    Tina

    San Francisco21 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4

    This is the first time back after a couple of years. We were not disappointed. The overall ambiance and service convey an authentic Parisian bistro, down to the velvet curtains at the entrance that block out the wind from the front door. The escargots, removed from their shells and drenched in parsley sauce, were divine and perhaps easier for someone having the dish for the first time. My duck confit was cooked just right. Although my daughter had to send back her lamb because it was too rare, it was returned pretty quickly, cooked just right. We did think the accompaniment could have varied a bit with the different dishes. They were all served with scalloped potatoes and salad.
    

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