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Lobster Frites - Petite Left Bank, Tiburon, CA

Petite Left Bank

4.5
4.5
417 Reviews
$31 to $50
French

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
Petite Left Bank is a traditional French café and bistro set in the heart of Marin County, in the charming downtown area of the coastal Tiburon peninsula. Like its sister restaurant Left Bank, Petite Left Bank is named in homage to and inspired by the iconic brasseries of La Rive Gauche, the southern or “left bank” of the River Seine which winds its way through the center of Paris. Petite Left Bank is a modern and approachable setting, and at the heart of all the space has to offer Tiburon is a French café. During the day, handcrafted dishes feature modern flavors and techniques that embrace its French European heritage and elevate the café experience. As the day turns to night, Petite Left Bank transforms into an alluring, lively, and exciting space with bistro highlights that showcase French recipes and classics. Seating along the sidewalk under the bistro lights feels like a true French cafe and the fire pit offers a cozy hangout to enjoy French bites and cocktails.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, Café
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 910-1010
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Tiburon
  • Cross street
    Juanita Lane
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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What 417 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Marin

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Petite Left Bank offers a charming ambiance reminiscent of France, with "excellent" food and attentive service. Guests praise the French onion soup, cassoulet, and steak frites as "delicious," and the desserts are a "delight." While some experienced slower service, the overall dining experience is generally positive and memorable.

417 Reviews
  1. Kelly

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Petite Left Bank is a gem. We have been a couple of times & loved it so… we thought we’d go for their Thanksgiving special. Did not disappoint. Four course, great value, lovely.

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  2. Kathleen

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    We had Thanksgiving dinner here. The salad and soup were great along with the pinot noir. The turkey was very dry and not edible. Apple pie was frozen. They refunded me on the turkey which was kind. The service was wonderful.
    Petite Left BankResponded 3 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us at Petite Left Bank and for taking the time to share your feedback. We're glad to hear you enjoyed our salad, soup, and the pinot noir. We're sorry to hear about the turkey and apple pie, and we appreciate your understanding regarding the issue. We're thrilled to hear that our service was a wonderful addition to your Thanksgiving dinner. We hope you'll give us another chance to serve you better in the future. Best regards, The Management Team

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  3. Lonna

    San Diego

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful dinner and a great experience—wait and bartender Sal was fantastic!.The food was amazing (oysters, chicken, haricot vert, mussels), and the service was friendly and attentive. Definitely have the crème brûlée. The restaurant is simply decorated and feels like a true French bistro. We’ll be back!
    Petite Left BankResponded 7 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Lonna! We're delighted to hear that you had a wonderful dinner and experience at Petite Left Bank. It's great to know that you enjoyed your food selections and the service. We're thrilled that our decor and ambiance added to your experience. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We look forward to your next visit!

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  4. Thomas

    Portland

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Really enjoyed our evening here. Outstanding service. Live music was a plus, especially as it was unobtrusive.

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  5. Debra

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Dark and no candles. Service excellent, food wonderful
    Petite Left BankResponded on November 19, 2024
    Thank you for the review Debra! We're thrilled you enjoyed the excellent food and service. We appreciate the feedback on the lighting and will make adjustments to improve the overall experience. We look forward to seeing you again. All the best! The team at Petite Left Bank.

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  6. Michelle

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Today we came for brunch and without doubt a great decision!! Nice atmosphere in the pretty location .. I like the bistro set up they have going on and the main event; the food , was delicious ! ! Extremely good!! The staff were welcoming as always and our server was top notch !! We have been here twice now and have been very happy on both occasions . There will be a third visit in our future without a doubt !!
    Petite Left BankResponded on November 12, 2024
    Thanks for the review Michelle! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your brunch experience at Petite Left Bank and found our atmosphere to be lovely. It's great to know that our bistro set up added to your positive experience. We're glad that our food and service met your expectations. Your satisfaction is our top priority and we're excited to have you back for another visit soon! All the best! The Team at Petite Left Bank.

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  7. Barry

    Seattle

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food, as usual was delicious. Service, as usual, excellent Ambiance, as usual, delightful
    Petite Left BankResponded on November 9, 2024
    Hey Barry We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your meal and found our service excellent at Petite Left Bank! It's always a pleasure to serve you and we're glad you appreciated the ambiance. We're committed to providing delicious food and excellent service to all our guests. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best, The Management Team

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  8. Elena

    Orange County

    1 review

    vip
    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We were so fortunate to have Carlos as our server. His professional timing throughout our meal was perfection.
    Petite Left BankResponded on November 9, 2024
    Hi Elena, Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience at Petite Left Bank. We're thrilled to hear that our service was up to the mark and that you found it to be a pleasant and enjoyable dining experience. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to serving you again soon. Best, The Management Team

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  9. Coleen

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    I picked petite left bank for my birthday dinner with my boyfriend. When we were offered a table choice, I chose wrong and got stuck too close to another party (of 4). It was too close for comfort. The oysters were great, the bread was not (in a French restaurant, v disappointing). The entrees were spectacular and made up for my disappointments. I had the steak frites and my boyfriend the boeuf bourguignon. We were very happy with our entrees - the best dinner we have had in a v long time!
    Petite Left BankResponded on November 6, 2024
    Good day Coleen, Thank you for choosing Petite Left Bank for your birthday dinner and for sharing your experience. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the spectacular entrees, especially the steak frites and the boeuf bourguignon. We're sorry you didn't enjoy your seat choice or the bread. We appreciate your feedback. We hope to serve you again soon. All the best, The Team at Petite Left Bank

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  10. Michelle

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Really nice place . Staff were friendly in general and our actual server was lovely . We tried a few of the happy hour offerings and all were delicious . The restaurant was a little quiet as we were there at 4pm as we were leaving things were livening up . It was also a Sunday . We really enjoyed ourselves and will certainly go back !!
    Petite Left BankResponded on October 28, 2024
    Thanks for the review Michelle! We're delighted to hear that you had a great time at Petite Left Bank and enjoyed our happy hour offerings. It's always a pleasure to hear that our staff's friendliness and the quality of our food and drinks left a positive impression on you. We're also thrilled that you plan to return. We look forward to seeing you again on your next visit!

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FAQs

Petite Left Bank offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 910-1010.

Petite Left Bank is rated 4.5 stars by 417 OpenTable diners.

Petite Left Bank does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Petite Left Bank

1696 Tiburon Blvd, Tiburon, CA 94920-2500

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Juanita Lane
  • Neighborhood
    Tiburon
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, Café
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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