Chou Chou Bistro

4.3

2377 Reviews

$30 and under

French

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2 people

Dec 21, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighborhood gem
Charming
Good for special occasions

ChouChou (pronounced "shoo-shoo") strives to bring the spirit of Paris to Forest Hill. The casually elegant bistro showcases rustic Old World cooking with a modern French twist, paired with a thoughtful wine list. Chef mina invites you to experience the warm personalized service that is ChouChou. Bon Appetit! All of our reservations are indoors both dinning room and patio are indoors.

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Private dining

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
French, Contemporary French / American
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(415) 242-0960
Website
http://www.chouchosf.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
chef mina
Catering
Chef Mina and his team will tailor any party to your needs.
Private party facilities
Our newly remodeled Parisian style dinning room and indoor patio are ready to host your next special event. Chouchou offers a great variety of homemade French specialty dishes, excellent attention to detail, great customer service and an overall top quality experience for you and your guests.
Private party contact
Angel Garcia : (415) 242-0960

Location
400 Dewey Boulevard, San Francisco, CA 94116
Neighborhood
Forest Hill / West Portal
Cross street
Laguna Honda
Parking details
As You face the restaurant the parking lot is on your right hand side
Public transit
Chouchou is less than half a block from the Forest Hill Muni Station. Take Muni Lines L, M or K.
Entertainment
Dine about town @ $39.95 three courses every day all night
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Christmas Eve
$85.00 per person
Dec 24, 2024 only
Crafting a special holiday menu with French delicacies including the salade nicoise, seafood bisque and crab cake for appetizers, followed by the scrumptious coq au vin, Halibut, , Rack of Lamb, Filet mignon & much more... To satisfy your sweet craving, we offer the famous crème Brule, opera cake, French pudding and more home made desserts, made with love. Merry Christmas
Special New Year s eve menu
$85.00 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
Ring in the new year with us in true french style of fine cuisine,sparkling drinks and warm ambiance
Christmas Day
$85.00 per person
Dec 25, 2024 only
Crafting a special holiday menu with French delicacies including the salade nicoise, seafood bisque and crab cake for appetizers, followed by the scrumptious coq au vin, Halibut, , Rack of Lamb, Filet mignon & much more... To satisfy your sweet craving, we offer the famous crème Brule, opera cake, French pudding and more home made desserts, made with love. Merry Christmas

Popular dishes

Cremant de Bordeaux, Barton & Guestier, Brut N.V France, Sparkling Brut$13.00
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$52.00
Canard-Duchene, Cuvee Leonie, Champagne, Brut N.V France, Champagne Brut$17.00
- Glass$17.00
- Bottle$68.00
Ruinart Blanc de Blanc, Champagne, Brut, Reims N.V France$97.00
- Bottle$97.00
Maison de Madeleine Brut, Cote d'Or N.V Rose, France, Sparkling Rose$13.00
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$52.00
Charles de Cazanove, Tradition, Champagne, Brut N.V Rose, France$78.00
- Bottle$78.00

Rose

Tavel, Lavau 2020 Rhone Grapes, Rhone Valley$12.00
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$48.00
Rimauresq Cru Classe, Cotes de Provence 2020 Rhone Grapes, Provence$59.00
- Bottle$59.00

White

Bouchard Aine & Fils, Beaune 2020 Chardonnay, Burgundy$16.00
- Glass$16.00
- Bottle$64.00
Montagny 1er Cru, Les Jardins, Feuillat-Juillot 2020 Chardonnay, Burgundy$72.00
- Bottle$72.00
Rive Sud Sélections, Fruitage, Pays d'Oc 2018 Chardonnay, Languedoc$39.00
- Bottle$39.00
Josh Cellars, Russian River 2020 Chardonnay, California$12.00
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$48.00
Paris Valley Road, Paso Robles 2019 Chardonnay, California$43.00
- Bottle$43.00
Phelps Creek Vineyards, Columbia Gorge 2017 Chardonnay, Oregon$15.00
- Glass$15.00
- Bottle$70.00
Pouilly-Fume, Nicolas Gaudry 2020 Sauvignon Blanc, Loire France$72.00
- Bottle$72.00
Sancerre, Domaine Jean-Jacques Auchère 2019 Sauvignon Blanc, Loire France$16.00
- Glass$16.00
- Bottle$64.00
Dourthe, La Grande Cuvee 2021 Sauvignon Blanc, Bordeaux$52.00
- Bottle$52.00
Eco Terreno, Cuvee Acero 2018 Sauvignon Blanc, Alexander Valley$65.00
- Bottle$65.00
Benziger Family Winery 2020 Sauvignon Blanc, North Coast$13.00
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$52.00
Phelps Creek Vineyard, Columbia Gorge. 2018 Sauvignon Blanc, Oregon$48.00
- Bottle$48.00
Kuranui, Marlborough 2020 Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand$42.00
- Bottle$42.00
Muscadet Sevre et Maine, Dom. de la Fessardiere 2020 Melon de Bourgogne, Loire$46.00
- Bottle$46.00
Gourmandise, Domaine de Montine 2020 Six Rhone Grapes, Rhone Valley$11.00
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$44.00

Red

The Altruist, Markham Vineyards 2017 Merlot, Cab Franc, Napa Valley$72.00
- Bottle$72.00
Pomerol Château Bonalgue 2015 Merlot, Cab Franc, Bordeaux$96.00
- Bottle$96.00
St-Emilion, Grand Cru, Les Cadrans de Lassegue 2019 Merlot, Cab Franc, Bordeaux$17.00
- Glass$17.00
- Bottle$68.00
Château Pey la Tour, Vignobles Dourthe 2018 Merlot, Cab Sauvignon, Bordeaux$63.00
- Bottle$63.00
Château Mazetier, Cotes de Bordeaux 2018 Merlot, Cab Sauvignon, Bordeaux$13.00
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$52.00
Merlot, Anne de Joyeuse 2016 Merlot, Languedoc$39.00
- Bottle$39.00
Margaux, Chateau la Gurgue 2017 Cab Sauv, Merlot, Bordeaux$82.00
- Bottle$82.00
Eco Terrano Cuvee Tierra 2017 Cab Sauv, Merlot, Alexander Valley$68.00
- Bottle$68.00
Lancaster Estate, Winemaker's Cuvee 2018 Cab Sauv, Merlot, Alexander Valley$116.00
- Bottle$116.00
Paris Valley Road, Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles$45.00
- Bottle$45.00
Joseph Carr, Paso Robles, Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles$15.00
- Glass$15.00
- Bottle$60.00
Fortnight, Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon, Mendocino$57.00
- Bottle$57.00
Arrowood, Knights Valley 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma$82.00
- Bottle$82.00
Freemark Abbey, Rutherford 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley$98.00
- Bottle$98.00
Vinus, Jean-Claude Mas Reserve 2020 Malbec, Languedoc$13.00
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$52.00
Hullabaloo, Old Vines 2019 Zinfandel, Napa Valley$12.00
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$48.00
Saint-Amour, La Victorine 2016 Gamay, Beaujolais$42.00
- Bottle$42.00
Gevrey-Chambertin, Vieilles Vignes, G. Seguin2018 Pinot Noir, Burgundy$96.00
- Bottle$96.00
Bourgogne Moillard, Le Duche 2018 Pinot Noir, Burgundy$57.00
- Bottle$57.00
Givry 1er Cru en Veau, Domaine Masse 2020 Pinot Noir, Burgundy$74.00
- Bottle$74.00
Louis Latour, Les Pierres Dorees, Bourgogne 2017 Pinot Noir, Burgundy$17.00
- Glass$17.00
- Bottle$68.00
Sancerre Rouge, Moulin Bele, Andre Vatan 2019 Pinot Noir, Loire$72.00
- Bottle$72.00
Fruitage, Rive Sud 2019 Pinot Noir, Languedoc$43.00
- Bottle$43.00
Jeriko Estate, Upper Russian River 2018 Pinot Noir, Mendocino$57.00
- Bottle$57.00
The 5ive Russians, Natasha's Pinot Noir 2020 Pinot Noir, Sonoma County$63.00
- Bottle$63.00
Soar, Pinot Noir 2020 Pinot Noir, Australia$13.00
- Glass$13.00
- Bottle$52.00
Belle Gros, Clark & Telephone, Santa Maria Valley 2020 Pinot Noir, Santa Barbara$72.00
- Bottle$72.00
Vacqueyras, Clef des Murailles 2018 GSM Rhone Valley$56.00
- Bottle$56.00
Cotes du Rhone, Nature, Famille Perrin 2019 GSM Rhone Valley$12.00
- Glass$12.00
- Bottle$48.00
Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Chante Cigale 2019 GSM Rhone Valley$82.00
- Bottle$82.00
Pic Saint-Loup, Château Lavabre, La Closerie 2017 Syrah, Grenache, Rhone Valley$59.00
- Bottle$59.00

What 2,377 people are saying

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4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.1Service
4.2Ambience
4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Chou Chou Bistro offers a charming French dining experience, with highlights including a "lovely neighborhood bistro" atmosphere and "outstanding" menu items such as the French onion soup and Charolais beef filet mignon. The prix-fixe menu is noted for being a "great value." While service can be inconsistent, regular patrons appreciate the creative and flavorful dishes. The restaurant's ambiance has improved post-remodeling, making it a delightful spot for romantic dinners and special occasions.

2,377 Reviews

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Candice
VIP
San Francisco
36 reviews
4.0
36 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Wonderful mushroom souffle! Attentive service and relaxed pace.
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Mikey
San Francisco
18 reviews
1.0
18 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Upon waiting up front a hurried staff approached us so we said we had a reservation at 6:30pm and he gruffly said, well I'm getting your table now. I ordered the duck confit leg. The menu said nothing about it being in a puff pastry (it was). I am gluten free. My sister ordered the salmon which clearly stated it was in puff pastry (then why didn't the duck state that?) -- the salmon was so overcooked and the pastry seemed as if it had been in the freezer and baked after. It was basically inedible. The lighting was way too bright for evening and when we kindly asked to have it turned down, the same gruff staff member rudely walked away. A neighboring party of 4 was so pleased to have the lights turned down as well.
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Kippy
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
After the restaurant got the remodeled done , now we enjoy the ambiance there. I love the 65 pre fix menu that each of us have our favorites set dinner. The Choi Chou mussels and the sauce are very delicious and you must try . Crab salad has good amount of crab meat and the filet mignon are so tender and good quality meat plus a bottle of Pinot noir. It was perfect meal for my family last night .
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Patrice
San Francisco
27 reviews
1.0
27 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
We got there on time & were seated. It wasn’t that busy yet. Other people came & were seated, they were served their bread before we were. We ordered our food, and the appetizers were served & finally the bread came. Most of the items we ordered were cold. The coffee was cold & with added milk made it colder. My appetizer came out warm, 2 were salads so temperature wasn’t an issue. Entrees came out lukewarm. I’ve been going here since they opened & this was the first disappointing meal I had. My brother had been there earlier this week & his party had an amazing meal. For us tonight was off. After eating my sister went to the restroom & the server came up to & said they needed the table so we had to leave. We just finished eating. Very very disappointed. Today we talked about our experience and what a horrible experience we had. My friend said she'll never go back. I think the staff working there needs training on customer service & serving
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Carol
San Francisco
19 reviews
3.0
19 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
We’ve eaten here a number of times and this visit was not up to standard at all. Services was very slow and partially neglectful. Soup was fabulous. Steak was good. Soufflé was extremely dry, overcooked with zero fluff, and no flavor. Desserts were not fresh but, obviously premade days ahead. Disappointing is an understatement. We will give it another try in the next few months but, if same experience, we will move on to a new fave French place. Sad
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Maureen
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The price fixe dinner was wonderful. So many courses to choose from. Will be back.
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Lizzie
VIP
San Francisco
56 reviews
4.0
56 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We went for Restaurant Week. It was just ok. The duck was dry and lacked flavor, the cioppino was a poor choice, but the hanger steak was good. The best part of the dinner was the French onion soup. It was noisy.
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Ann
San Francisco
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I have to say, this was one of the best restaurants I have experienced in a long time. The food was outstanding. Everything from the French onion soup, to the brie, to the salmon puff pastry to the filet mignon, was absolutely delicious. The flavors were so distinct and amazing. The service was top-notch. I loved the background music and the ambience was wonderful. We will definitely go back. I have nothing but positive things to say. This is an A+ restaurant.
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Linda B.
VIP
San Francisco
53 reviews
3.0
53 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
For French food I'd rather go to Absinthe in the City. Chou Chou is just okay.
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John
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a wonderful and special experience. If you want wonderful food, special attention, and a special French atmosphere, this is the place.
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FAQs

Chou Chou Bistro does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Chou Chou Bistro also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 242-0960.

Chou Chou Bistro is rated 4.3 stars by 2377 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 21, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

400 Dewey Boulevard, San Francisco, CA 94116

Additional information

Cross street
Laguna Honda
Neighborhood
Forest Hill / West Portal
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
French, Contemporary French / American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
As You face the restaurant the parking lot is on your right hand side
Public transit
Chouchou is less than half a block from the Forest Hill Muni Station. Take Muni Lines L, M or K.
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
chef mina
Entertainment
Dine about town @ $39.95 three courses every day all night
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.chouchosf.com/
Phone number
(415) 242-0960
Catering
Chef Mina and his team will tailor any party to your needs.
Private party facilities
Our newly remodeled Parisian style dinning room and indoor patio are ready to host your next special event. Chouchou offers a great variety of homemade French specialty dishes, excellent attention to detail, great customer service and an overall top quality experience for you and your guests.
Private party contact
Angel Garcia : (415) 242-0960

Chou Chou Bistro

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Christmas Eve

Special New Year s eve menu

Christmas Day

Mango Panna Cotta

Duck Leg Confit Wellington

Boeuf Bourguignon

Beers & Cider

Guiness, Extra Stout$7.00

Stella, Pilsner$7.00

Fat Tire, Amber Ale$7.00

Clausthaler$7.00

Lagunitas IPA$7.00

Amstel Light, Lager$7.00

Applecider le Père Jules$8.00

Aperitif

Kir Vin Blanc$10.00

White Port Warre's$9.00

Kir Royal, Cassis$11.00

Kir Royal, Pear$11.00

Champagne / Sparkling

Cremant de Bordeaux, Barton & Guestier, Brut N.V France, Sparkling Brut$13.00

Canard-Duchene, Cuvee Leonie, Champagne, Brut N.V France, Champagne Brut$17.00

Ruinart Blanc de Blanc, Champagne, Brut, Reims N.V France$97.00

Maison de Madeleine Brut, Cote d'Or N.V Rose, France, Sparkling Rose$13.00

Charles de Cazanove, Tradition, Champagne, Brut N.V Rose, France$78.00

Rose

Tavel, Lavau 2020 Rhone Grapes, Rhone Valley$12.00

Rimauresq Cru Classe, Cotes de Provence 2020 Rhone Grapes, Provence$59.00

White

Bouchard Aine & Fils, Beaune 2020 Chardonnay, Burgundy$16.00

Montagny 1er Cru, Les Jardins, Feuillat-Juillot 2020 Chardonnay, Burgundy$72.00

Rive Sud Sélections, Fruitage, Pays d'Oc 2018 Chardonnay, Languedoc$39.00

Josh Cellars, Russian River 2020 Chardonnay, California$12.00

Paris Valley Road, Paso Robles 2019 Chardonnay, California$43.00

Phelps Creek Vineyards, Columbia Gorge 2017 Chardonnay, Oregon$15.00

Pouilly-Fume, Nicolas Gaudry 2020 Sauvignon Blanc, Loire France$72.00

Sancerre, Domaine Jean-Jacques Auchère 2019 Sauvignon Blanc, Loire France$16.00

Dourthe, La Grande Cuvee 2021 Sauvignon Blanc, Bordeaux$52.00

Eco Terreno, Cuvee Acero 2018 Sauvignon Blanc, Alexander Valley$65.00

Benziger Family Winery 2020 Sauvignon Blanc, North Coast$13.00

Phelps Creek Vineyard, Columbia Gorge. 2018 Sauvignon Blanc, Oregon$48.00

Kuranui, Marlborough 2020 Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand$42.00

Muscadet Sevre et Maine, Dom. de la Fessardiere 2020 Melon de Bourgogne, Loire$46.00

Gourmandise, Domaine de Montine 2020 Six Rhone Grapes, Rhone Valley$11.00

Red

The Altruist, Markham Vineyards 2017 Merlot, Cab Franc, Napa Valley$72.00

Pomerol Château Bonalgue 2015 Merlot, Cab Franc, Bordeaux$96.00

St-Emilion, Grand Cru, Les Cadrans de Lassegue 2019 Merlot, Cab Franc, Bordeaux$17.00

Château Pey la Tour, Vignobles Dourthe 2018 Merlot, Cab Sauvignon, Bordeaux$63.00

Château Mazetier, Cotes de Bordeaux 2018 Merlot, Cab Sauvignon, Bordeaux$13.00

Merlot, Anne de Joyeuse 2016 Merlot, Languedoc$39.00

Margaux, Chateau la Gurgue 2017 Cab Sauv, Merlot, Bordeaux$82.00

Eco Terrano Cuvee Tierra 2017 Cab Sauv, Merlot, Alexander Valley$68.00

Lancaster Estate, Winemaker's Cuvee 2018 Cab Sauv, Merlot, Alexander Valley$116.00

Paris Valley Road, Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles$45.00

Joseph Carr, Paso Robles, Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles$15.00

Fortnight, Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon, Mendocino$57.00

Arrowood, Knights Valley 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma$82.00

Freemark Abbey, Rutherford 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley$98.00

Vinus, Jean-Claude Mas Reserve 2020 Malbec, Languedoc$13.00

Hullabaloo, Old Vines 2019 Zinfandel, Napa Valley$12.00

Saint-Amour, La Victorine 2016 Gamay, Beaujolais$42.00

Gevrey-Chambertin, Vieilles Vignes, G. Seguin2018 Pinot Noir, Burgundy$96.00

Bourgogne Moillard, Le Duche 2018 Pinot Noir, Burgundy$57.00

Givry 1er Cru en Veau, Domaine Masse 2020 Pinot Noir, Burgundy$74.00

Louis Latour, Les Pierres Dorees, Bourgogne 2017 Pinot Noir, Burgundy$17.00

Sancerre Rouge, Moulin Bele, Andre Vatan 2019 Pinot Noir, Loire$72.00

Fruitage, Rive Sud 2019 Pinot Noir, Languedoc$43.00

Jeriko Estate, Upper Russian River 2018 Pinot Noir, Mendocino$57.00

The 5ive Russians, Natasha's Pinot Noir 2020 Pinot Noir, Sonoma County$63.00

Soar, Pinot Noir 2020 Pinot Noir, Australia$13.00

Belle Gros, Clark & Telephone, Santa Maria Valley 2020 Pinot Noir, Santa Barbara$72.00

Vacqueyras, Clef des Murailles 2018 GSM Rhone Valley$56.00

Cotes du Rhone, Nature, Famille Perrin 2019 GSM Rhone Valley$12.00

Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Chante Cigale 2019 GSM Rhone Valley$82.00