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   ValerieN

   San Francisco

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Romantic setting, excellent French cuisine, great service. A neighborhood gem.

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   OpenTable Diner

   San Francisco

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   One of my favorite most special spots in the city. Always consistently great.

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   Marco

   San Francisco

   14 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   14 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall5food5service4ambience4

   Very pleased with our dinner. Prefer table-distance further apart.

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   Ravi

   San Francisco

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   A near spiritual culinary experience. Lamb, chocolate cake, soup are the go to favorites.

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   laurie

   San Francisco

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall4food4service5ambience4

   Old school French bistro with a warm atmosphere and local food

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6. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   San Francisco

   11 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   11 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Made reservations because Yelp said it was romantic and that was so true but food, service and company was absolutely amazing. Can’t wait to come back. Loved the whole experience.

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   AndrewC

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 4 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   The white wine sauce on the arctic char got my girlfriend to eat mushrooms. She is a notorious mushroom hater. The garlic aioli that came with the fries also had crack in it for sure, it was so good. The quality of every ingredient was amazing, would come back again!

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8. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on March 10, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   The best French restaurant in town. Service was incredible! I just fest like i was in one of these restaurants in Paris! C’etait formidable

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   GregoryJ

   San Francisco

   2 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on March 9, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   This was our second visit and it was as lovely as we remember from the first time. This a a quiet gem of a restaurant with marvelous food and service.

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    mitchellB

    San Francisco

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Delicious neighborhood gem. Always enjoy a brasserie style meal here.

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11. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

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    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Still the best neighborhood gem in Duboce triangle.

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    KatharineD

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

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    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Absolutely wonderful as always! We will return when we are back in town.

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    MariaR

    San Francisco

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Food was very good. We split the entree and it was more than enough food. Bread is constant, basket is always full. Seated very close to the next table so conversation is loud.

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14. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience1

    The restaurant is freezing ! Everyone left their coats on and I had goosebumps while I ate.

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    mrnn

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Sea bass special with the lobster bisque was great. Sancerre wine was excellent. Vanilla creme brulee was exceptional. Great service too.

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    JohnD

    Philadelphia

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Really intimate space, roughly 15 tables and a small bar. Top shelf service, all the dishes were great

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    Kevin

    Sacramento

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    ALWAYS great! The energy, vibe, food, and service are always top notch at one of my favorite restaurants in the city. It’s a struggle to decide what to order because everything is so good. We dined here at 9:15 after an event, and the place was still bustling. We’re always warmly welcomed; and upon leaving the maitre d thanked us, asked how we were doing, and shook our hands as we walked toward the door.

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    Gary

    San Francisco

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    I can't believe it has taken me so long to finally eat at L'Ardoise. A truly charming place. If you like duck, then I highly recommend the Duck Confit ... an amazing dish. Great wines, great appetizers, and the Tarte Tatin for dessert was incredible. I weill definitely be back.

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    MadE

    Raleigh

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing, thoughtful service. An authentic experience, classic French bistro. I'll be back!

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20. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Excellent service was prompt & professional. I will be back

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    PaulP

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    L’Ardoise is one of our neighborhood favorites, especially for a refined special occasion. We love the filet mignon and rack of lamb. Service is high end and the staff is attentive to our needs. We enjoy a trip here immensely.

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22. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Terrific place for a romantic Valentine’s dinner

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    KyleP

    Salt Lake City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience3

    Food was incredible on the Valentine's Day Pre Fix Menu. The tiger prawn raviolis were especially delish.

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    nicolef

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Authentic and romantic spot to enjoy an incredible meal!

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    SFCitizen

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    My husband and I enjoyed Valentine's Day dinner at L'Ardoise. Absolutely spectacular food, excellent service, and friendly staff. If you enjoy French food definitely book an evening at L'Ardoise.

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    wilthefinn

    San Francisco

    63 reviews

    5.0

    63 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Like a trip to France, this boite rocks. Smallish and beautiful, and always a warm welcome. The menu is a trove of wonderful selections, something for everyone. The wine list is excellent with great wines by the glass. Service is quick, informative and helpful. The specials are always superb. Enjoy!

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    Anon

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Friends and I had duck confit and hangar steak for our main course which were savory and tender. The beet salad is a favorite with an outstanding dressing. And the the Floating Island dessert (a meringue) was Oh So Good! The place was cold which could have been heated up a bit. We wore our coats to stay warm. The atmosphere was a bit dark with minimal lighting. The table of 4 next to us was a bit noisy and too close. We had a bit of trouble hearing one another for a conversation. The service was very attentive and prompt. An excellent place for a celebratory dinner.

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    AndyB

    San Francisco

    51 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    51 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    As always. Fantastic food, excellent and attentive service. Great ambience and atmosphere.

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29. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Delicious!!!

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    JGW79

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    One of my favourite restaurants in San Fran for over 15 years

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    MadameP

    San Francisco

    67 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    67 reviews

    Dined on January 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Just like being in Paris !

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    seemarl

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4

    quaint neighborhood gem with excellent service and even better food. quality was incredible. must save room for dessert.

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    HThayesvalley

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 25, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4

    Amazing experience, cozy yet super french ambience, good french food. I would highly recommend the good cuisine for date night! ps. I had the crème brûlée first!

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    marshallv

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Terrific and jovial staff. They were ultra kind. A romantic and perfect date spot. The food is extraordinary. A true French classic!

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35. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Wonderful service and especially wonderful food!

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    Michael

    San Francisco

    40 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on January 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    The food and service are nonpareil...every time we eat her we say the same thing...personally, the duck confit is to die for, but my friends say the same thing about everything they've ever ordered there!

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    Kenneth

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on January 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    L’Ardoise is a mainstay. I have been dining here several times a year for the last 10 years. Food is exactly how one would find it in a top notch bistro in France and the service is wonderful. A true gem.

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    Foodie4

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    ‘It was a dark and stormy night’ - and so it was! Tail end of an endless series of storms when we took a 5:30 reservation and walked in the rain to the glowing wood entrance, cheerfully lit, at L’Ardoise. The heavy velvet curtains around the entrance provided privacy for diners while we shed our wet gear. Greeted cheerfully with an offer to take any available table, we settled in for a charming, intimate and nicely hosted meal. It was a pleasure to see additional customers enter to be greeted by name or with a warm hello - clearly the locals love the bistro. Food well prepared, warmth, camaraderie evident among staff and customers, attentive yet unobtrusive service - we left with a warm handshake from one of our table staff and an internal promise to return.

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39. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Wonderful food. Spectacular service. A must go

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40. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience3

    We had dinner there on NYE & to celebrate my husband’s 40th birthday. We made reservations the day before and since space was limited, we were seated outside. It was so very quiet and service seemed a bit rushed for a prefix menu but the food was excellent. I would say this place would be great for a date or family dinner, but if you’re looking for a place to celebrate a milestone, this place isn’t it.

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