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Lobster Frites - Petite Left Bank, Tiburon, CA

Petite Left Bank

4.6
4.6
438 Reviews
$31 to $50
French

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2 people
19:00
Booked 14 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
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
  • Area
    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 438 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Marin

    Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Petite Left Bank offers "excellent food" with standout dishes like steak frites and French onion soup. The "service is wonderful," and the "ambiance is delightful," creating a charming French bistro experience. The restaurant is praised for its "attentive staff" and live music, making it perfect for special occasions or cozy dinners.

438 Reviews
  1. Chad

    VIP

    San Francisco

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Well prepared food. Great service. Not crazy about the tv, but other than that it’s a cute spot for a casual date.
    Petite Left BankResponded 1 day ago
    Hello Chad, Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and service. We look forward to welcoming you back for another casual date soon! Best wishes, Petite Left Bank Management Team

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  2. Frank

    VIP

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was excellent, loved the wine and the service was great. Highly recommend The Left Bank!!
    Petite Left BankResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Frank, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Petite Left Bank! It's fantastic to know that our food, wine, and service met your expectations. Your high recommendation means the world to us. We can't wait to welcome you back for another fantastic meal. Thanks for the high ratings and the recommendation! The Team at Petite Left Bank

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  3. Laura

    VIP

    San Francisco

    31 reviews

    4.0

    31 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We went for an early dinner and because we like Left Bank in Larkspur. Service was great. The beef bourguignonne was tasty, though not as tender as what we have had at the Larkspur location. My Salad Niçoise was good. Oysters were fresh and delicious and the onion soup was outstanding. Our cocktails were excellent (dirty martini and petit pont). It was an enjoyable evening with live music.
    Petite Left BankResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you so much Laura for the review. We appreciate your feedback! We're so happy to hear you enjoyed your experience on Valentine's Day at Petite Left Bank and found our offerings delicious and our cocktails & service to be great. We're also happy to hear you enjoyed the music by Diogo Sabre. We look forward to seeing you again! The Team at Petite Left Bank

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  4. Erik

    VIP

    Denver

    4 reviews

    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Really off night for a restaurant we used to frequent. We ordered 4 items, and they were out of three of them. The menu had half of the usual offerings. Ended up ordering things we weren’t very interested in because of the lack of selection. Out of our usual wine, we paid $75 for a very mediocre bottle that retails for $24. We left most of it. Doubt we’ll be back.
    Petite Left BankResponded on 8 February 2025
    Hello Erik, We're truly sorry to hear about your recent experience at Petite Left Bank. It's disappointing to know that we fell short of your expectations, especially when it comes to our food selection and wine offerings. We strive to provide a variety of choices for our guests, and we regret that we missed the mark this time. We appreciate your feedback and will use it to improve our service. We hope you'll give us another chance to serve you better in the future. Best, The Management Team

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  5. Paige

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I wonder why I hadn't been to this restaurant sooner. The service that we received on my birthday was superb, and the meals we ordered were all so delicious! The restaurant has such elegant vibes. I really liked the interior and the French music playing in the background. I'll definitely recommend Petite Left Bank to anyone who's in or near Tiburon! And I will be back someday! Thank you so much for making my birthday so special!
    Petite Left BankResponded on 8 February 2025
    Hi Paige, We're thrilled to hear about your wonderful experience at Petite Left Bank on your birthday! It's fantastic to know that our service and meals added to your celebration. We take pride in creating a warm and elegant atmosphere, and it's great to hear that you enjoyed it. Your recommendation means a lot to us. We're looking forward to your next visit. Thank you again for your kind words and for making your birthday special! Best regards, The Management Team

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  6. Peter

    VIP

    San Francisco

    21 reviews

    2.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    OMG, worst dinner ever Were sat next to a family with 3 kids under six that roamed, screamed and threw food The waiter, Victor, I don't think has a day of experience We ordered bread and a couple came in and were served bread and an entry before we received bread after asking 3 times My wife's salad was brought but my shrimp cocktail was not until 10 minutes later I ordered a lobster roll and was told 20 minutes later they were out of Lobster. I was asked if I wanted a crab roll and replied yes. 15 minutes later I was told they had lobster. Another 15 minutes and I was brought an overdone bun and some overdone lobster after which I sent back after a bite. Be sure to avoid tables with small children as the restaurant is tiny. Most importantly, avoid Victor.
    Petite Left BankResponded on 8 February 2025
    Hello Peter, We're truly sorry to hear about your recent experience at Petite Left Bank. We understand the importance of timely service and it's clear we missed the mark during your visit. We apologize for the confusion with your orders and the lack of a smooth dining experience. We also regret to hear about your disappointment with the lobster roll and the overcooked bun. We appreciate your feedback and will use it to improve our service. We hope you'll give us another chance to provide the exceptional experience you deserve. Best, The Management Team

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  7. Kathy

    VIP

    San Francisco

    33 reviews

    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on 30 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    delicious onion soup and steak and creme brulee. excellent service
    Petite Left BankResponded on 30 January 2025
    Thanks for the review, Kathy! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our onion soup, steak frites and creme brulee. It's wonderful to know that our service met your expectations. We strive to provide excellent food and service, and your feedback is a testament to our efforts. We look forward to serving you again soon at Petite Left Bank.

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  8. Yen

    VIP

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food! Didn’t even charge us corkage fee for our bottle of wine

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  9. Jake

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a 7pm reservation for outdoor seating on a Friday night. However, it was cool outside and we were hoping to sit inside. Staff went out of their way to accommodate us and then we proceeded to have an amazing evening. The food was excellent (cannot say enough good things about the steak tartare) and we enjoyed the ambiance. I highly recommend.

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  10. James

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was outstanding and they were great in accommodating our needs. The noise level was good to allow conversations at our table. The food was excellent and reasonable.

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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 4.6 stars by 438 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.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 14 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
  • Area
    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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