Home United States California French restaurants Little Frenchie French restaurants

Little Frenchie

4.5 837 reviews 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM 1166 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118, United States

Discover this place

Little Frenchie, located at 1166 Orange Ave in Coronado, is a hidden gem for French cuisine enthusiasts. This charming establishment has garnered rave reviews from customers who can't seem to get enough of its authentic offerings. Diners like Peter E. praise the restaurant for its splendid ambiance and attentive service, while highlighting the onion soup as a standout dish. Alex Xander echoes this sentiment, calling the Croque Madame “one of the best” he’s tasted outside of France. The rich, buttery brioche paired with comté cheese and a perfectly cooked egg has left many, including me, yearning for more.

On a Saturday night, CA Sun experienced a spectacular date night, detailing how the team strikes a perfect balance between efficiency and relaxation. The food, as described by several reviewers, is nothing short of exceptional, including unique dishes like their buckwheat crepes and quiche.Lauren Duncan's glowing account of her wedding reception further confirms the restaurant’s commitment to excellence, with special details and delightful French martinis that dazzled her guests.

With its cozy atmosphere, friendly staff, and delectable menu, Little Frenchie is not just a restaurant; it’s an experience. I can easily recommend it to anyone looking for a taste of France in Coronado.

Photos

Little Frenchie - Photo 1 Little Frenchie - Photo 2 Little Frenchie - Photo 3 Little Frenchie - Photo 4 Little Frenchie - Photo 5

Amenities & More

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Delivery
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great cocktails
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Upscale

Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • Tourists
Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Little Frenchie before visiting.

Reviews for Little Frenchie

4.5
837 reviews
5
100%
4
19%
3
7%
2
4%
1
9%

Review highlights

Based on 837 reviews

Little Frenchie is widely praised for its authentic French cuisine and welcoming atmosphere, making it a standout choice for brunch, lunch, and dinner in Coronado. Customers consistently highlight the exceptional quality of signature dishes such as the Croque Madame, onion soup, and unique items like buckwheat crepes and quiche. The restaurant’s attentive and friendly service, coupled with comfortable seating options including booths and couches, enhances the overall dining experience. Additionally, Little Frenchie is noted for its accommodating event coordination, with thoughtful touches that elevate special occasions. The blend of delicious food, excellent service, and inviting ambiance contributes to its strong reputation among both locals and visitors alike.

Peter E
Jul 04, 2025

Everything amazing across the board. Def request a booth or outside if the weather is nice. Service food and ambiance all amazing would def come back. Onion soup one of the best I’ve ever had. Prime dip was good flavor was great but the fries felt in house made. From the hostess to the managers everyone was on point. Thank you for the wonderful birthday brunch!

Alex Xander
Jun 22, 2025

TL:DR - Little Frenchie serves one of the best Croque Madame's you will ever eat outside of France. The only other place I could suggest is from Republique in Los Angeles. I stopped by right at opening time on a Wednesday and was seated right away. At first only 2 or 3 tables were taken but when I left around 10, the place was almost full. Staff is friendly all around, and the restaurant has a simple European aesthetic vibe. The croque madame is so damn delicious. The brioche alone is ridiculously good. Thick, fluffy with a very crispy exterior and all around buttery goodness. It's filled with lean Parisian ham, so much cheesy goodness from the comte, topped with thick rich mornay sauce, perfectly cooked egg, and a light fresh salad on the side. I wanted to try some pastries but this was more than filing for both my stomach and taste of the morning. I will recommend this place to anyone visiting SD and will be back myself.

CA Sun
Jun 06, 2025

We had dinner on a Saturday night before a play at the Lambs Players Theater. It was absolutely spectacular. We were greeted by friendly staff. We were not rushed, but nothing took too long either. It was the perfect timing for a date night dinner. The staff was very attentive to us during dinner. The food was... there are not enough words to describe how good the food is here. This is definitely a place not to miss if you’re in the area.

Lauren Duncan
Jun 05, 2025

We had our wedding reception here 6 weeks ago and it was a DREAM. Oriana is their event coordinator and she made everything so simple and easy. She stayed within our budget and made everything so special. She came up with thoughtful details like take home cronuts and special menus. She truly went above and beyond. No one’s drink went dry and everyone kept saying how amazing all the food and drinks were. Special call out to the French martinis that were a total crowd pleaser! I couldn’t have pictured a better event. Oriana and the rest of the team did an amazing job. I wish I could throw another wedding so we could do it all over again!

Negar
Jun 01, 2025

Unique french brunch place, items like buckwheat crepe are not offered everywhere, their quiche is absolutely amazing and not found everywhere either, happy with cappuccino as well. Great service. Very comfy couch chairs as well.

Tammy Barber
May 18, 2025

Janesse, our server, was wonderful! We ordered two of her recommendations, herb omelet, and French dip. Both were very tasty and did not disappoint! We even had the creme brulee the topped off brunch perfectly! We sat outside to enjoy the day... I would recommend getting a reservation, if not, it's worth the wait! Ohhh, dog friendly too!

Jenne Acevedo
May 16, 2025

So delicious! We loved dining on the patio and enjoying the nice weather while we ate. The food was excellent. Although they didn't have many allergen markings on the menu, they were able to make several things gluten free. Some vegetarian options too. Highly recommend!

Dani D
Apr 22, 2025

Loved this cute spot! We both had a champagne flight, which we loved. The food was delicious and our server was great. My husband thought the croissant (his fav) was the best croissant he’s had. I loved the baguette!

Write a review

Share your experience with the community. Your honest feedback helps others find great places.

Quick info

Address
1166 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118, United States
Category
French restaurants

Opening hours

  • Monday (Today) 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Tuesday 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Wednesday 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Thursday 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Friday 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Saturday 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Sunday 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Location

Own this business?

Claim this listing to update info, respond to reviews and reach more customers.

Claim listing

Discover more places like this

Browse thousands of bars, restaurants, cafés and more — wherever you go.

View Menu