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Left Bank Larkspur, Larkspur, CA

Left Bank Larkspur

4.5
4.5
4542 Reviews
$30 and under
French

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 50 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
Inspired by the birthplace of the original Parisian brasseries along the Left Bank of the Seine River, Left Bank Brasserie is an authentic Parisian-style brasserie by Chef Roland Passot. Left Bank pays homage to the joie
de vivre that is synonymous with the Left Bank neighborhood in Paris. Guests are invited to step into
French culture, in a vibrant, social atmosphere that captures all the charm of traditional brasseries
and iconic alfresco dining of France. An all-day menu features authentic French cuisine utilizing
seasonal, local and organic ingredients, and consists of iconic lighter fare such as oysters, tartare and
prawns provençal, in addition to heartier classics like coq au vin and beef bourguignon. Inspired by the
Parisian-style Bar Américain, an extensive cocktail menu features classics of a bygone era, along with a
wide range of rotating taps, seasonal drafts and bottled beer, and an expertly-curated wine selection.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 927-3331
  • Website
    http://www.leftbank.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Our Salle Des Amis is a beautiful, private dining room, with sunny yellow walls, airy windows, warm mahogany accents and vividly colored French posters. Have a party bigger than 35? For 75 people or less, we close off the back half of the restaurant, the Grand Salon. Contact our events team at 415.927.0677.<br />
  • Private party facilities
    Left Bank is the perfect location for your next event. We offer delicious French fare with a broad wine list from France and California that is provided by an attentive and welcoming staff!
  • Private party contact
    Mario Canela: (415) 226-6653
  • Location
    507 Magnolia Ave., Larkspur, CA 94939
  • Neighborhood
    Larkspur
  • Cross street
    Ward St.
  • Parking details
    City Parking lot across street and street parking available
  • Public transit
    Golden Gate Transit across the street. 5 minute cab ride from the Larskpur Ferry Terminal.
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Valentine's Day 2025

    Feb 14, 2025 only
    French is the language of love, and Left Bank speaks it fluently! Celebrate amour with unforgettable menus, designed to awaken your inner romantic. We will be open for regular hours on February 14th, serving our regular menus from open until 4pm. From 4 pm to close, we will be serving a Valentine's Day-inspired 3 Course Prix Fixe dinner for $79 per person. Wine pairings, expertly hand-selected by our Wine Director and Sommelier, will also be available with each course, as well as the option to add Tsar Nikolai Caviar to any course for $30. Treat your loved ones and reserve your table today!
    Valentine's Day 2025 Photo

Menu

Chef de Cuisine: Amelito Ochoa A 3% surcharge allows us to provide the hospitality that you have always enjoyed. Thank you for your patronage. *served raw; consuming raw or undercooked food or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness (state mandated statement)

Appetizers

  • PRAWNS PROVENÇALE$20.00

    tomato, Niçoise olives, basil, capers, Pernod garlic butter

    • CALAMARI FRIT$19.00

      lemon, fennel, peppers, Dijon vinaigrette

      • OYSTERS*$24.00

        half dozen raw market selection

        • CHEESE FONDUE$18.00

          Brie, blue, and goat cheese, Madeira wine

          • ESCARGOTS$13.00

            Pernod garlic butter

            • AHI TUNA TARTARE*$19.00

              avocado, cucumbers, fried shallots, Espelette pepper, toast points

              • STEAK TARTARE*$18.00

                capers, shallots, Dijon

                Soups and Salades

                • FRENCH ONION SOUP$13.00

                  Emmenthal, croutons

                  • SOUP DU JOUR

                    Chef's seasonal selection

                    • BEET SALADE$16.00

                      arugula, radish, goat cheese, honey mustard vinaigrette

                      • SALADE VERTE$15.00

                        butter lettuce, fines herbes, shallots, Dijon vinaigrette

                        • SALADE LYONNAISE$18.00

                          frisée, lardons, poached egg

                          Classic Entrées

                          • NIÇOISE SALADE$29.00

                            seared Ahi, egg, haricots verts, olives, potatoes, tomatoes

                            • STEAK FRITES*$38.00

                              skirt steak, pommes frites, herb butter ~add Bordelaise or au poivre sauce each 3.~

                              • BEEF BOURGUIGNON$38.00

                                red wine braised boneless short ribs, bacon lardons, baby carrots, button mushrooms, pearl onions, pomme purée

                                • PETRALE SOLE$32.00

                                  sautéed spinach, capers, brown butter

                                  • MOULES FRITES

                                    steamed mussels, spinach, white wine, Pernod garlic butter

                                    • half pound$19.00
                                    • one pound$33.00

                                  • CHEDDAR CHEESEBURGER*$22.00

                                    lettuce, tomato, red onion, Dijonnaise, pommes frites ~add bacon or avocado each 4.~

                                    • F.O. BURGER*$27.00

                                      caramelized French onion, Emmenthal, cheese tuile, butter lettuce, truffle aïoli, truffle frites

                                      Chefs Plats

                                      • CATCH OF THE DAY

                                        Chef's daily offering

                                        • SALMON*$32.00

                                          French lentils, roasted red pepper, shallots, capers

                                          • HALF ROASTED CHICKEN$28.00

                                            pomme purée, jus de poulet

                                            • GRILLED PORK CHOP$30.00

                                              spicy white bean and red pepper cassoulet, sautéed kale, Madeira pork reduction, fines herbes

                                              • DUCK CONFIT$29.00

                                                Belgian endive, toasted almonds, rustic croutons, honey Dijon vinaigrette, orange gastrique

                                                • BUTTERNUT SQUASH RAVIOLI$26.00

                                                  Brussels sprouts, butternut squash, pomegranate, lemon beurre blanc

                                                  Charcuterie et Fromage

                                                  • CHARCUTERIE$24.00

                                                    chicken liver mousse, country style pork pâté, saucisson, whole grain Dijon mustard, cornichons, buttered radish

                                                    • L'ASSIETTE DE FROMAGES$21.00

                                                      Marin French Triple Cream Brie, Cypress Grove Humboldt Fog, Rivoire Jacquemin Comté, traditional accompaniments

                                                      On the Side

                                                      • PAIN ET BEURRE$5.00

                                                        • FRENCH LENTILS$8.00

                                                          • SAUTÉED SPINACH$9.00

                                                            • HARICOTS VERTS$10.00

                                                              • POMME PURÉE$8.00

                                                                • POMMES FRITES$8.00

                                                                  • TRUFFLE FRITES$11.00

                                                                    • BRUSSELS SPROUTS$9.00

                                                                      Last updated: December 12, 2024

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                                                                      What 4,542 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
                                                                      • 4.4Food
                                                                      • 4.5Service
                                                                      • 4.5Ambience
                                                                      • 4.1Value

                                                                      Noise • Moderate

                                                                      Loved For

                                                                      • Marin

                                                                        Great for brunch

                                                                      • Marin

                                                                        Great for outdoor dining

                                                                      • Marin

                                                                        Lively

                                                                      • Marin

                                                                        Most Booked

                                                                      Review summary

                                                                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                      Left Bank Larkspur is a delightful French bistro that consistently provides "excellent food" and an inviting atmosphere. Guests love the "warm and friendly" service and the "amazing" steak frites. With a cozy ambiance and "great" wines, this neighborhood gem is perfect for any occasion. "Highly recommend!"

                                                                      4,542 Reviews

                                                                      1. Paul

                                                                        VIP

                                                                        San Francisco

                                                                        17 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        17 reviews

                                                                        Dined 1 day ago

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        Wonderful and long dinner. All food and drinks were fine, from appetizers to desserts. Great service and recommendations from Dulce.

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                                                                      2. Sally

                                                                        San Francisco

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        3.0

                                                                        1 review

                                                                        Dined 4 days ago

                                                                        1. Overall 3
                                                                        2. Food 2
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                        The crab salad had 3 tablespoons of crab and it was $35

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                                                                      3. Pamela

                                                                        VIP

                                                                        San Francisco

                                                                        5 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        5 reviews

                                                                        Dined 5 days ago

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        Excellent mussels. Delicious bread. Great cocktail.

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                                                                      4. Paul

                                                                        San Francisco

                                                                        4 reviews

                                                                        3.0

                                                                        4 reviews

                                                                        Dined 6 days ago

                                                                        1. Overall 3
                                                                        2. Food 4
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        Wine prices are outrageous. It is a shame that Happy Hour prices are only valid in the bar.

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                                                                      5. Randolph

                                                                        VIP

                                                                        San Francisco

                                                                        113 reviews

                                                                        4.0

                                                                        113 reviews

                                                                        Dined on January 18, 2025

                                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 2
                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                        Food excellent but the eve did not start off well. Understaffed with our waitress having something like 10 tables, including outside! Second time this has happened. Need to hire more servers. That said, we were comped for some dishes and our server Sammy was gracious and made every effort. She was great. Restaurant just was understaffed.

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                                                                      6. Marta

                                                                        Cleveland

                                                                        16 reviews

                                                                        4.0

                                                                        16 reviews

                                                                        Dined on January 18, 2025

                                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                                        2. Food 3
                                                                        3. Service 3
                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                        I believe the food was average, and the service average too.

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                                                                      7. Annie

                                                                        San Francisco

                                                                        3 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        3 reviews

                                                                        Dined on January 18, 2025

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        Four of us leisurely celebrated a birthday. Food was delicious, service was excellent.

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                                                                      8. OpenTable Diner

                                                                        VIP

                                                                        Los Angeles

                                                                        6 reviews

                                                                        5.0

                                                                        6 reviews

                                                                        Dined on January 17, 2025

                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                        Exceptional servers obviously trained very well. Food prepared and executed skillfully
                                                                        Left Bank LarkspurResponded on January 17, 2025
                                                                        Thanks for the great review! We're so happy you had a fantastic experience. Can’t wait to see you again soon!

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                                                                      9. Angelika

                                                                        San Francisco

                                                                        6 reviews

                                                                        4.0

                                                                        6 reviews

                                                                        Dined on January 12, 2025

                                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                                        2. Food 4
                                                                        3. Service 4
                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                        Went for brunch with my friend. We both had the salmon hash and shared the French toast. Everything was delicious. The waitress was friendly and very attentive. Ambience is always great. It was very nice.
                                                                        Left Bank LarkspurResponded on January 17, 2025
                                                                        Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you and your friend enjoyed the salmon hash and French toast. It’s great to hear the service and ambiance were on point as well. We look forward to welcoming you back for another great brunch!

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                                                                      10. Carole

                                                                        San Francisco

                                                                        14 reviews

                                                                        4.0

                                                                        14 reviews

                                                                        Dined on January 12, 2025

                                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                        4. Ambience 3
                                                                        First, let me say that the food was exceptional. Our waiter was also exceptional. We were very happy to be there and enjoyed our dinner immensely. The one disappointment was: I looked on the website for photos of the "lovely outdoor patio" which was advertised, and all I saw were street-side tables. Not wanting to eat near traffic, I telephoned earlier in the day and a VERY French man answered. I asked him if there was really a lovely outdoor patio, because all I could find were photos of tables on the sidewalk next to the street. He ASSURED me that there was indeed a "Lovely Outdoor Patio" We got there, and all the outdoor seating was right on the street. I understand that this is consistent with Parisian restaurants, but in Europe, these outdoor tables are not in the middle of a neighborhood with heavy traffic. That is a very different atmosphere. When we arrived and understood the situation, we asked if we could switch our reservation to indoors, but alas, they were fully booked. I looked on the website again, and they appear to have removed that "Lovely Outdoor Patio" line, so I think I am just venting at this point. Go there, enjoy a fabulous meal.
                                                                        Left Bank LarkspurResponded on January 12, 2025
                                                                        Thank you for your thoughtful review! We're thrilled to hear you had an exceptional dining experience and enjoyed both the food and service. We deeply regret the misunderstanding regarding the outdoor seating, and we sincerely apologize for any disappointment it caused. We'll take your feedback into consideration as we work to improve the clarity of our restaurant descriptions. We’re glad you still had an enjoyable time, and we hope to welcome you back for another great meal!

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                                                                      FAQs

                                                                      Left Bank Larkspur offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Left Bank Larkspur also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 927-3331.

                                                                      Left Bank Larkspur is rated 4.5 stars by 4542 OpenTable diners.

                                                                      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 50 times today
                                                                      Experiences are available.

                                                                      Order delivery or takeout

                                                                      Google Map for Left Bank Larkspur

                                                                      507 Magnolia Ave., Larkspur, CA 94939

                                                                      Dining areas

                                                                      Additional information

                                                                      • Cross street
                                                                        Ward St.
                                                                      • Neighborhood
                                                                        Larkspur
                                                                      • Hours of operation
                                                                        Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
                                                                      • Price
                                                                        $30 and under
                                                                      • Cuisines
                                                                        French
                                                                      • Dining style
                                                                        Casual Dining
                                                                      • Dress code
                                                                        Casual Dress
                                                                      • Parking details
                                                                        City Parking lot across street and street parking available
                                                                      • Public transit
                                                                        Golden Gate Transit across the street. 5 minute cab ride from the Larskpur Ferry Terminal.
                                                                      • Payment options
                                                                        AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                      • Additional
                                                                        Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                      • Website
                                                                        http://www.leftbank.com/
                                                                      • Phone number
                                                                        (415) 927-3331
                                                                      • Catering
                                                                        Our Salle Des Amis is a beautiful, private dining room, with sunny yellow walls, airy windows, warm mahogany accents and vividly colored French posters. Have a party bigger than 35? For 75 people or less, we close off the back half of the restaurant, the Grand Salon. Contact our events team at 415.927.0677.<br />
                                                                      • Private party facilities
                                                                        Left Bank is the perfect location for your next event. We offer delicious French fare with a broad wine list from France and California that is provided by an attentive and welcoming staff!
                                                                      • Private party contact
                                                                        Mario Canela: (415) 226-6653

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