Bistro du Marché by Tapenade

4.8

1507 Reviews

$31 to $50

French

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2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

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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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French, Bistro, Contemporary French
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(858) 551-7500 ext. 1
Website
http://www.bistrodumarche.net/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Jean Michel Diot
Catering
We can welcome private events of 60 guests for restaurant by out
Private party facilities
Restaurant buy out. Inquire information by calling Sylvie Diot 858-551-7500 ext 1. You may leave a message and your call will be returned in a timely maner.

Location
7437 Girard Ave., San Diego, CA 92037
Neighborhood
La Jolla
Cross street
Between Pearl Street and Genter Street
Parking details
Parking available on Girard Avenue as well as on Pearl Street.
Public transit
The closest bus stop to Bistro du Marché is located on Girard Avenue & Kline Street.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Canyon Road | Sauvignon Blanc, California '19$25.00
Vouvray | Petit Perroy, Chenin Blanc, Loire Valley '17$40.00
Sancerre | Sauvignon Blanc, Dom. Girault, Loire, France '18$35.00
Château des Gravieres | Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Bordeaux '17$26.00
Malk Family | Stag Leap, Napa Valley, California '18$42.00

Old World Charonnay

Macon Village, L. Jadot | Burgundy, France '18$25.00
Montagny 1er Cru | la Grande Roche L. Latour, Burgundy, France '16$76.00
Chablis 1er Cru | Dom. Dampt Freres, Burgundy, France '16$76.00
Chassagne-Montrachet "Caillerets" 1er Cru | B. Gagnard, Bourgogne, France '13$80.00
Corton Charlemagne | Dom. Tollot, Bourgogne, France '13$180.00

New World Chardonnay

Hahn Estate | Santa Lucia, Monterey, California '17$28.00
Trefethen | Oak Knoll, Napa, California '17$38.00
Hafner Vineyard | Alexander Valley, Sonoma, California '15$42.00
Joseph Phelps "Freestone Vineyards" | Sonoma, California '13$58.00

Red Wine

Rhône Varietals

Côte du Rhône | Dom. Delas, Rhône, France '17$25.00
Vacqueyras | Le Mas de Flauzieres, Rhône, France '15$38.00
Gigondas "Flauzieres Grande Reserve" | J. Benoit Rhône, France '17$50.00
Châteauneuf du Pape | Dom. Vieux Lazaret, Rhône, France '16$65.00
Cote Rotie "Champin Le Seigneur" | Dom. J.m. Gerin, Rhône, France '16$85.00
Cornas | "Les Ruchets", Jean Luc Colombo, Rhône, France '15$95.00

Pinot Noir & Gamay

Chorey Les Beaunes | Dom. J. Drouhin, Beaunes, Burgundy, France '17$50.00
Mercurey | L. Latour, Côte de Beaunes, Burgundy, France '17$65.00
Julienas | Henry Fessy, Beaujolais, France '16$36.00
Volnay 1er Cru "Santenots" | Dom. Faiveley, Côte d'Or, Burgundy, France '15$90.00
Dark Horse | California '18$25.00
Coeur de Terre | Willamette Valley, Oregon '15$38.00
Talbott | Monterey, California '17$40.00
Lvlv (Level 5) Rosella's Vineyards | Santa Lucia Highlands, California '17$50.00
En Route "Les Pommiers" | Russian River Valley, Sonoma, California '17$58.00

Merlot & Blends

Château Reynier | Bordeaux, France '16$28.00
Château Lalande Saint Julien | Bordeaux, France '14$58.00
Château de Parsac | Saint Emilion, Bordeaux, France '16$48.00
Château de Sales | Pomerol, Bordeaux, France '15$85.00
Canyon Road | California '18$25.00
Clos Pegase | Merlot, Carneros, California '16$38.00
F. Coppola | Diamond Select, Merloy, Napa Valley, California '16
- 375 ml$16.00

Cabernet Sauvignon & Blends

Château Haut Beausejour | Saint-Estephe, Bordeaux, France '16$58.00
Château Saint Ahon | Haut Médoc, Bordeaux, France '12$52.00
Castle Rock | Paso Robles, California '16$25.00
"Synthesis" Martin Ray A.V.A. Blend | Napa Valley, California '16$46.00
Malk Family | Stag's Leap, Napa Valley, California '15$85.00
Kinsella Estate "Jersey Boys Vineyards" | Dry Creek, Sonoma, California '14$90.00
Daou Vineyard | Paso Robles, California '17$32.00

Other Reds

Enrique Foster "Ique" | Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina '18$38.00

What 1,507 people are saying

Bistro du Marché by Tapenade reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Diego
French
San Diego
Most Booked 1000-Point Tables
San Diego
French
San Diego
Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bistro du Marché by Tapenade in La Jolla offers a captivating dining experience with "excellent food and service" and an authentic French bistro atmosphere. Guests rave about the "delicious" duck confit, branzino, and extensive wine list. Despite occasional noise, the charming setting and "friendly, efficient staff" make it a top choice for locals and visitors alike.

1,507 Reviews

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rose VIP
San Diego19 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Haidren and staff are so welcoming and the food is excellent. Wonderful, low key, unpretentious but sophisticated classic bistro fare.
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Ellen VIP
San Diego12 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was delicious and lovely! The branzino was amazing and their market salad a work of art!!! Fantastic service !
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Sarah
San Antonio3 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a great date night here! Lovely staff and good food!
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Linda VIP
San Diego85 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always, the service, ambience & food were amazing.
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Camille VIP
San Diego14 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent I truly enjoyed. I recommend it very good
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Janis
San Diego86 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely French restaurant in La Jolla. The ingredients were so fresh and the food was so beautifully prepared. Service was great as well. Nice ambiance.
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego1 review
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Wonderful environment and amazing food. I love everything about the service
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Fernando VIP
San Diego16 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very nice experience. Food and service were great. Went with a group of 6 and all enjoyed our choices very much.
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Noni VIP
San Diego6 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Stephen, Julian and Hadrian were wonderful as usual.
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david
San Diego49 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Dover sole was excellent and pheasant was very good.
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FAQs

Bistro du Marché by Tapenade offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 551-7500 ext. 1.

Bistro du Marché by Tapenade is rated 4.8 stars by 1507 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

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Google Map for Bistro du Marché by Tapenade

7437 Girard Ave., San Diego, CA 92037

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Between Pearl Street and Genter Street
Neighborhood
La Jolla
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French, Bistro, Contemporary French
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Parking available on Girard Avenue as well as on Pearl Street.
Public transit
The closest bus stop to Bistro du Marché is located on Girard Avenue & Kline Street.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Jean Michel Diot
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bistrodumarche.net/
Phone number
(858) 551-7500 ext. 1
Catering
We can welcome private events of 60 guests for restaurant by out
Private party facilities
Restaurant buy out. Inquire information by calling Sylvie Diot 858-551-7500 ext 1. You may leave a message and your call will be returned in a timely maner.

Bistro du Marché by Tapenade

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

White Wine

Champagne & Sparkling

Cremant de Bourgogne Rosé Brut | Bailly Lapierre Bourgogne, France NV$42.00

Jacquart "Brut Mosaique" | Champagne, France NV$60.00

Rosé de Provence

Coteaux d'Aix | Dom. Bieler & Fils, Provence, France '18$38.00

Pinot Gris & Other

Campagnola | Pinot Grigio, Italy '18$25.00

Trefethen | Riesling, Napa, California '18$28.00

Rhône Blanc & Rhône Varietals

Côte du Rhône Blanc | la Solitude, France '16$28.00

Condrieu | Dom. Bonserine | Viognier, Rhône, France '16$80.00

Sauvignon Blanc & Chenin

Canyon Road | Sauvignon Blanc, California '19$25.00

Vouvray | Petit Perroy, Chenin Blanc, Loire Valley '17$40.00

Sancerre | Sauvignon Blanc, Dom. Girault, Loire, France '18$35.00

Château des Gravieres | Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Bordeaux '17$26.00

Malk Family | Stag Leap, Napa Valley, California '18$42.00

Old World Charonnay

Macon Village, L. Jadot | Burgundy, France '18$25.00

Montagny 1er Cru | la Grande Roche L. Latour, Burgundy, France '16$76.00

Chablis 1er Cru | Dom. Dampt Freres, Burgundy, France '16$76.00

Chassagne-Montrachet "Caillerets" 1er Cru | B. Gagnard, Bourgogne, France '13$80.00

Corton Charlemagne | Dom. Tollot, Bourgogne, France '13$180.00

New World Chardonnay

Hahn Estate | Santa Lucia, Monterey, California '17$28.00

Trefethen | Oak Knoll, Napa, California '17$38.00

Hafner Vineyard | Alexander Valley, Sonoma, California '15$42.00

Joseph Phelps "Freestone Vineyards" | Sonoma, California '13$58.00

Red Wine

Rhône Varietals

Côte du Rhône | Dom. Delas, Rhône, France '17$25.00

Vacqueyras | Le Mas de Flauzieres, Rhône, France '15$38.00

Gigondas "Flauzieres Grande Reserve" | J. Benoit Rhône, France '17$50.00

Châteauneuf du Pape | Dom. Vieux Lazaret, Rhône, France '16$65.00

Cote Rotie "Champin Le Seigneur" | Dom. J.m. Gerin, Rhône, France '16$85.00

Cornas | "Les Ruchets", Jean Luc Colombo, Rhône, France '15$95.00

Pinot Noir & Gamay

Chorey Les Beaunes | Dom. J. Drouhin, Beaunes, Burgundy, France '17$50.00

Mercurey | L. Latour, Côte de Beaunes, Burgundy, France '17$65.00

Julienas | Henry Fessy, Beaujolais, France '16$36.00

Volnay 1er Cru "Santenots" | Dom. Faiveley, Côte d'Or, Burgundy, France '15$90.00

Dark Horse | California '18$25.00

Coeur de Terre | Willamette Valley, Oregon '15$38.00

Talbott | Monterey, California '17$40.00

Lvlv (Level 5) Rosella's Vineyards | Santa Lucia Highlands, California '17$50.00

En Route "Les Pommiers" | Russian River Valley, Sonoma, California '17$58.00

Merlot & Blends

Château Reynier | Bordeaux, France '16$28.00

Château Lalande Saint Julien | Bordeaux, France '14$58.00

Château de Parsac | Saint Emilion, Bordeaux, France '16$48.00

Château de Sales | Pomerol, Bordeaux, France '15$85.00

Canyon Road | California '18$25.00

Clos Pegase | Merlot, Carneros, California '16$38.00

F. Coppola | Diamond Select, Merloy, Napa Valley, California '16

Cabernet Sauvignon & Blends

Château Haut Beausejour | Saint-Estephe, Bordeaux, France '16$58.00

Château Saint Ahon | Haut Médoc, Bordeaux, France '12$52.00

Castle Rock | Paso Robles, California '16$25.00

"Synthesis" Martin Ray A.V.A. Blend | Napa Valley, California '16$46.00

Malk Family | Stag's Leap, Napa Valley, California '15$85.00

Kinsella Estate "Jersey Boys Vineyards" | Dry Creek, Sonoma, California '14$90.00

Daou Vineyard | Paso Robles, California '17$32.00

Other Reds

Enrique Foster "Ique" | Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina '18$38.00

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