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Le Charm
Prized by culinary cognoscenti for its good French food at bargain prices. Le Charm evokes a traditional bistro feel, with muted ocher walls and a copper-topped bar. The tented out door patio let you enjoy the patio space at any season.
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154 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 154 reviews
5 stars
(61)
4 stars
(78)
3 stars
(12)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(87)
- romantic(82)
- neighborhood gem(75)
- special occasion(69)
- notable wine list(25)
- good for groups(24)
Le Charm Reviews List
Review 1 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We haven't been to Le Charm in over 10 years and it is as good as I remember it to be."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best birthday dinner ....ever!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"On this very special occasion, i celebrated a birthday dinner with my significant other and teenage son. We started the dinner w/ champagne, followed by an order of the mussels (yum). For dinner we had: French onion soup (delish) for the men and escargot for me. for entrees, I selected the coq au vin( cooked to perfection) and the men had skirt steak w/ pomme Frits. We shared the profiteroles, floating island, and the apple tart . We enjoyed our fabulous meal accompanied by a string quartet...they played so Beautifully, if i closed my eyes, I felt like I was transported to France. To top it off, they played the happy birthday song to me as my dessert came out. W-o-w, best birthday dinner ever! Thank you.
Needless to say, we will be back."
Needless to say, we will be back."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 3 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A French Experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A great place to come for a "French experience". The service was very attentive and the food was excellent. The salmon was tasty and the profitaroles for dessert were to die for! LOL The row of side tables are way too close together to make for private dining. I really appreciated being allowed to switch to a corner table both for privacy and because it facilitated my limited hearing.
Parking was easy on 5th street which is always a consideration, and only a 3 block walk away from Yerba Buena Gardens and the theater there, the Metreon, and the Moscone Center.
I would definitely recommend Le Charm for any occasion to enjoy good food and the best of service."
Parking was easy on 5th street which is always a consideration, and only a 3 block walk away from Yerba Buena Gardens and the theater there, the Metreon, and the Moscone Center.
I would definitely recommend Le Charm for any occasion to enjoy good food and the best of service."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 4 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We always enjoy dining here,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We always enjoy dining here, the whole experience is always top notch from the wonderful owner to the service and the food. The atmosphere is casual, sophisticated and not rushed. There is an amazing balance between French and American service styles. Never rushed, servers are attentive but not hovering, food is perfectly timed. The Prix Fixe menu is well balanced with very nice options for each course and nicely priced. This time we started with the escargot and warm goat cheese with brussels sprouts - both were awesome. For the main course we had the Coq au Vin and the Steak Frites, both nicely done. Chocolate cake and Tarte Tatin finished us up. They have a very nice wine list which always helps, we chose the Gigondas - perfect!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 5 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food was very good, but
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was very good, but the service was very slow."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2009
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Review 6 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Met old friends whom we haven't
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Met old friends whom we haven't seen in three years at Le Charm for dinner. Service was excellent, all dishes were great, we weren't rushed despite it being Saturday evening. They still serve some old-time French dishes which seem to have disappeared from most menus, and do an excellent job of it."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We arrived early and got good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We arrived early and got good service at the beginning, but it was harder to get anyone's attention once the restaurant got busy. Good authentic French food. Neighborhood not the most appealing."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Absolutely fantastic food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Absolutely fantastic food and service!"
Dined on 04/12/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 9 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I have always had a pleasant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I have always had a pleasant dining experience at Le Charm. It is an unpretentious establishment serving typical French Bistro style plates and very reasonably priced. The quality has been consistently good and they make the best Ile Flotant in the Bay Area! I have taken friends from around the world to Le Charm over the past 10 years and have yet to be disappointed."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
San Francisco gem
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent food and very attentive service. One of the great dining experiences in San Francisco. Tables were a little "cozy" (close to one another) but the atmosphere and service were overall excellent."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 11 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
First time there and really
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"First time there and really enjoyed it."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
3 happy, 1 not so happy at La Charm
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had guests in from SoCal & wanted to show them some of San Francisco's fine dining. Two of our party of four had the prix fixe & were very happy with all their selections. One guest had rack of lamb & was also very happy. I had the special, bouillabaisse, which was a disappointment. The broth was rich & delicious, but the fish was black cod, which was oily & tasted strong. The shellfish, mussels, clams & shrimp, were small & few. The toasts & aioli were sparse, though flavorful. At $25.00 cost, the dish should have been listed as an appetizer, in my opinion. The wine list was adequate though pricy. The server was professional & attentive. The busboy was very much on his game, courteous & helpful. The owner/maître d' was lovely."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
I've been going to le charm
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I've been going to le charm for more that 5 years, usually 2-3 times a year. This time the service was really subpar, and we were given a really poor table despite being the only diners in the place (we tend to eat early).
The food was as good as usual, but the service was so bad that I'm taking it off my list of recommendations. I probably won't be back again."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2010
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Review 14 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
One of my top resturants of
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"One of my top resturants of San Francisco"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 15 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We always enjoy dining at
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We always enjoy dining at Le Charm. Thursdays are always nice because they have live music and it is not crazy busy. The Prix Fixe menu is a great deal and has a nice selection for each course. Two of us ordered off the Prix Fixe menu and one of us ordered off the ala carte menu and everyone was very pleased with their selections. The service is always excellent, prompt but not intrusive, and very cordial. We love this place and hope you will try it if you have not done so. They have a very nice wine list with most wines being very affordable."
Dined on 03/21/2013
2005
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
As a French (actually French,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"As a French (actually French, not someone with second cousins having lived in France 70 years ago) I warmly recommend Le Charm. Feels like home. Get the Gigondas or Crozes Hermitage with the escargots and osso bucco... and finish off with the Tarte Tatin..."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 17 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This was a lovely re-discovery
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was a lovely re-discovery in SOMA. The owner was very friendly, the ambiance was stellar and the food was authentically French through and through. Success!"
Dined on 02/22/2013
2005
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Review 18 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
LOVE Le Charm!!! Can't beat
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"LOVE Le Charm!!! Can't beat the price, the food is excellent, the ambiance wonderful especially on Thursdays with live music and all the servers are FRENCH which makes you feel you are in France on holiday!"
Dined on 03/14/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 19 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Le Charm is Michelin rated
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Le Charm is Michelin rated and I'm so glad I found this place in our neighborhood!!!
All the staff is very friendly and accommodating. We were running late and called to let them know and they were able to accommodate us, even though they were very busy. From my experience - very few places can do that.
Our server Alexa (sp?) looked very young (not that it matters) BUT was very knowledgable, helpful and very sweet. I would like to complement her!
Loved my chicken liver salad! Very tender steak tips.
I will be a returning customer for sure!!!"
All the staff is very friendly and accommodating. We were running late and called to let them know and they were able to accommodate us, even though they were very busy. From my experience - very few places can do that.
Our server Alexa (sp?) looked very young (not that it matters) BUT was very knowledgable, helpful and very sweet. I would like to complement her!
Loved my chicken liver salad! Very tender steak tips.
I will be a returning customer for sure!!!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 20 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Perfect "prix fixes" menus,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Perfect "prix fixes" menus, rather large portions.... excellent presentation and taste.
The service is attentive and "just like in France".
Highly recommend."
The service is attentive and "just like in France".
Highly recommend."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 21 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Romantic Parisian Hideaway
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great ambiance in an authentic Parisian bistro setting w/ lovely decor and wonderful, live music. The onion soup was a dream come true as were the coq au vin, tarte tatin and creme brûlée. The owner couldn't have been nicer and surprised my partner with a candle on his dessert to help celebrate his birthday. To cap off the evening she also brought us each a complimentary glass of dessert wine. I'm seriously considering having my 60th birthday celebration in the back garden. Even if I don't we look forward to returning there to dine in the future."
Dined on 03/14/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Lovely experience!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It was our anniversary, our first time at Le Charm, and it was definitely special! The waiter was attentive and helpful (there was plenty of staff). The food was French, very fresh, prepared with care, and with a few original touches. The chicken livers over salad greens were sautéed in a deep sauce. The endive and roquefort salad, a standard, added radiccio and walnuts in the center. I had a falling-apart and luscious osso bucco, and my husband had the cassoulet (which could easily be shared by two), and it was filled with lovely pork, duck, (English?) bacon, and sausage. We shared a tarte tatin, which was covered in a tasty syrup. There was a wedding party,& several romantic couples, and groups of happy friends that night. Great!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 23 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
SUPER!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Le Charm has been consistently good for many years and is better every time I visit..."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2011
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Review 24 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Le Charm is a long-time favorite
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Le Charm is a long-time favorite of ours. The food is consistently outstanding, but with enough variety to keep it interesting. The decor is not especially fancy, but I still feel that it's a special occasion."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2009
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 25 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
An enjoyable experience.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"An enjoyable experience. A very good waiter and the food was very very good as was the wine. Comfortable charming place with great lighting and very comfortable seating. Love it"
Dined on 03/01/2013
2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 26 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
As always, I love going to
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"As always, I love going to Le Charm. This time I took two colleagues from out of town and they enjoyed it very much. The staff always provide my group to some very special treat and I certainly will return. PJ Handeland"
Dined on 02/27/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 27 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Our experience was enhanced
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our experience was enhanced by the very friendly and helpful staff, who went out of their way to be nice and warm and all one could want. Food was delicious as well."
Dined on 02/27/2013
2009
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Review 28 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Not much to say: Service,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Not much to say: Service, food, and experience were all exemplary. Thank you!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 29 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fine as always, this Gallic
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fine as always, this Gallic gem fits its name well. Small menu the only limiting factor, but they altered the menu several times for us to make dishes we prefer. The seared scallops are a special draw, as are the seafood in puff pastry and the mussels. Do not miss the excellent creme brulee!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 30 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A GREAT EVENING
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"THIS IS MY 3RD TIME AT LE CHARM. IT IS ALWAYS DELIGHTFUL. LINA YEW, THE CHEF AND OWNER IS TALENTED AND WAS WELCOMING TO ALL OF US. WE HOSTED OUR SON'S REHEARSAL DINNER FOR A GROUP OF 52 LAST DECEMBER. IT WAS EFFORTLESS TO PLAN THIS VERY IMPORTANT EVENT AND IT WAS A WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE FOR ALL. I RECOMMEND IT TO ANYONE HOSTING AN IMPORTANT EVENING OR JUST HAVING DINNER. I ALREADY HAVE A RESERVATION FOR OUT-OF-TOWN COLLEAGUES NEXT WEEK. PJ HANDELAND"
Dined on 02/15/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 31 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
It seems that the restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It seems that the restaurant wasn't fully prepared for the Valentine's rush, as the service was slow at start, and they ran out of popular courses fairly early in the evening.
However, the food was excellent and the waiters were very courteous. It was a fun and romantic dinner for me and my wife, and we most likely try this restaurant again for another romantic dinner in the future."
However, the food was excellent and the waiters were very courteous. It was a fun and romantic dinner for me and my wife, and we most likely try this restaurant again for another romantic dinner in the future."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 32 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
DELICIOUS! The prix fixe
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"DELICIOUS! The prix fixe menu is a wonderful option and at a great price point too! The tarte Tatin dessert (apple tart) is the BEST I've ever tasted and I order it at every visit. Each time we visit San Francisco from Los Angeles we make a reservation at Le Charm. It's our favorite place."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 33 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was wonderful. Service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was wonderful. Service was also good. The one problem was the noise, there was a large party and that's where the noise came fro. The food, however, more than made up for it."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 34 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I really felt like on Valentine's
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I really felt like on Valentine's Day the regular Menu would have been readily available. It seemed like we had to order the options on the Valentine's Menu when we didn't want to. We did our research on the restaurant beforehand and we really wanted dishes on the main menu but were not able to get them. I also feel like this restaurant could use a stronger beer menu. I mean they only had three beers: Sierra Nevada, Heineken, and (I can't recall the third maybe Great White). I mean I don't think it is very hard to mix in Blue Moon."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 35 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I love Le Charm and was not
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I love Le Charm and was not disappointed with anything that night. It is a fabulous restaurant with great food and service and is reasonably priced."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 36 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We had the steak which was
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had the steak which was good and the salmon which was ok. We also had a salad which was good and onion soup which was very good. The desserts were yummy."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 37 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Though its location, at 5th
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Though its location, at 5th and Folsom, seems poor, it is actually a short walk (4 blocks or so) from the Moscone Center. Classic Bistro food and as a Prix Fixe menu, very good value. Nicely and professionally served, though we had the bad luck of arriving coincidentally with a party of 16 at one large table, making our service too slow to have desert and make it to an 8PM show at the Theater for Performing Arts in Yerba Buena center. So we skipped desert, but otherwise enjoyed the ambience, quality of food and service, and the value. Will return, but will budget more time if we plan theater afterwards."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2008
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Review 38 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Thoroughly enjoyed our Prix
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Thoroughly enjoyed our Prix Fixe dinner for $35. Delicious endive & radichio salad, excellently cooked salmon, with sauteed spinach and pommes dauphines -- so very, very good. Dessert was Creme Burlee (the best I ever had) and profiteroles -- wonderful to share both. The only criticism I have is that we would have like to sit in their garden area but it was extremely hot from the overhead heaters. We were told that they could not be lowered and that they were either on or off. Unfortunate, because it is lovely outside, but very uncomfortably hot."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2010
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Review 39 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
It's a small intimate restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It's a small intimate restaurant so the noise level rises quickly and the seats are a bit cramped if you're not against the wall. The outside looked beautiful - tented with lights and heat lamps. Probably roomier out there!"
Dined on 01/30/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 40 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing food at a very reasonable
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Amazing food at a very reasonable price. Get the prix fixe for just $35 and enjoy a three-course meal. Escargot is buttery and decadent, and the steak is top notch. Definitely recommended."
Dined on 01/29/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 41 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was prepared beautifully
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was prepared beautifully and tasted great! The downside was the complementary bread; it was served cold on a cold winter night."
Dined on 01/29/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 42 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We were told we had to vacate
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were told we had to vacate our table in 1.5hrs, which we found surprising as we'd made a reservation, rather than walked in off the street. Other than that, the service was fast, polite and pleasant."
Dined on 01/25/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 43 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I have lived in San Francisco
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I have lived in San Francisco for many years and I had never been to this restaurant. I must say the food was delicious and the service was great. I will be going to Le charm more often for sure."
Dined on 01/23/2013
2007
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 44 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was delicious and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was delicious and service impeccable. My husband and I had a great time. This isn't a place to go if you're in a hurry. I appreciated that we didn't feel rushed and that we were able to relax and enjoy our meal. We would definitely come back."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 45 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Pre fixe menu is the best
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Pre fixe menu is the best value.
Great food, service and good portions.
The servoce is excellent.
Staff took the time to sing and wish my mother-in-law a happy 88th Birthday !!!
Great food, service and good portions.
The servoce is excellent.
Staff took the time to sing and wish my mother-in-law a happy 88th Birthday !!!
We will be back."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 46 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We were here years ago and
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were here years ago and it has really gone downhill. Choices are very uncreative and I have had far better brasserie food elsewhere. Tampi."
Dined on 01/24/2013
2003
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Review 47 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Both main dishes were too
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Both main dishes were too salty. However, the french onion soup and floating island desser was excellent. Service was very friendly and attentive"
Dined on 01/25/2013
2011
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic
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Review 48 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Give your review a title (optional)
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Un mot - MAGNIFIQUE!! What a great place this is! From our first impression, as we saw the twinkling lights outside, to the beautiful warm and cosy decor inside, we knew that we were about to experience something special. And we were right! This was our first time and we will definitely be back to celebrate future special occasions. The food was super-delicious. Both my husband and I had the prix fixe and we both chose the onion soup and the coq au vin. The soup was piping hot, as soup should be, and the chicken the best we'd ever tasted. The tarte tatin is a must for dessert, as is the creme brulee. Do go there. You'll not be disappointed."
Dined on 01/24/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 49 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Per usual, enjoyed another
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Per usual, enjoyed another delicious meal accompanied by welcoming and efficient service. Thank you!"
Dined on 01/24/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 50 for Le Charm
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Delicious dinner and friendly,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Delicious dinner and friendly, efficient service. We'd go back."
Dined on 01/24/2013
2008
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