Et Voilà French Bistro authentic dining room with leather banquettes, wooden tables, and chandelier illumination in San Diego

Et Voilà French Bistro full zinc bar with illuminated spirits, vintage French clock, and leather barstools on Adams Avenue in San Diego

Et Voilà French Bistro private burgundy leather booth and wood tables set with wine glasses under warm sconces in San Diego

French Owned and Operated since 2016

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4.7Google (827)

San Diego's Favorite French Bistro

Name: Et Voilà French Bistro
Address: 3015 Adams Avenue, San Diego, CA, 92116, US
Telephone: (619) 209-7759
Price range: $$$

Authentic French cuisine, thoughtful wines and warm hospitality on Adams Avenue.

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Best FrenchReaders' Choice

OpenTableDiners' Choice 2026

Eater 38Essential Bistros

Adams Avenue Since 2016San Diego's Best French

Chef & Owner Vincent Viale at Et Voilà French Bistro in San Diego — Photo by Tastemakers

Our Story

French at Heart. San Diego at Home.

Founded in 2016 on Adams Avenue, Et Voilà was born from a simple passion: bringing true French culinary culture and hospitality to California.

Under Chef & Owner Vincent Viale, we prepare fresh, handmade dishes inspired by treasured bistro recipes — refined with modern technique and seasonal ingredients.

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From Our Kitchen

Handcrafted French Favorites

Soupe à l'Oignon

$18

Caramelized onions, beef broth, melted Emmental.

Coq au Vin

$34

Braised chicken, bacon, mushrooms, Burgundy reduction.

Soufflé du Jour

$16

Baked to order, powdered sugar, house sauce.

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Dinner Tuesday–Sunday from 4:30 PM

Experiences

More Than Just Dinner

Special evenings, cocktails, and culinary experiences beyond the everyday menu.

Every Tuesday · $58 / Person

Soirée à Deux

A French evening for two.

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Tue–Sun · From 4:30 PM · Bar Only

Happy Hour

French bites, cocktails & wine.

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Monthly · Limited Seating

A Taste of France

A new French region every month.

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Bar & Cellar

French Wines. Craft Cocktails.

From rare Beaujolais and Burgundy whites to handcrafted aperitifs — the bar honors French tradition and contemporary mixology.

Smoked Bourbon Bijou

Buffalo Trace, Yellow Chartreuse, Suze, sweet vermouth, orange twist.

$18

Apple Pecan Mule

Vodka, fresh lime, ginger, apple pecan purée, ginger beer.

$17

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Full zinc bar, handcrafted craft cocktails, and tableside pour at Et Voilà French Bistro San Diego

Gallery

Inside Et Voilà

Warm light, dark wood, French food and slow evenings — a look inside the bistro.

40 photographs · tap to enlarge

Velvety Soup with Garden Herbs & Martini at Et Voilà French Bistro — 01 / 40Velvety Soup with Garden Herbs & Martini

Sautéed Shrimp with Herb Sauce at Et Voilà French Bistro — 02 / 40Sautéed Shrimp with Herb Sauce

Cured Meat Slices with Mustard & Pear at Et Voilà French Bistro — 03 / 40Cured Meat Slices with Mustard & Pear

Seared Meat with Mint & Pan Jus at Et Voilà French Bistro — 04 / 40Seared Meat with Mint & Pan Jus

Plated Dish with Green & Orange Sauces at Et Voilà French Bistro — 05 / 40Plated Dish with Green & Orange Sauces

Blackberry Cocktail on the Bar at Et Voilà French Bistro — 06 / 40Blackberry Cocktail on the Bar

Green Velouté with Crispy Topping at Et Voilà French Bistro — 07 / 40Green Velouté with Crispy Topping

Set Table for an Intimate Dinner at Et Voilà French Bistro — 08 / 40Set Table for an Intimate Dinner

Crafting a Citrus Cocktail at Et Voilà French Bistro — 09 / 40Crafting a Citrus Cocktail

Pouring a Drink Behind the Bar at Et Voilà French Bistro — 10 / 40Pouring a Drink Behind the Bar

Tartare with Baguette & Aperitifs at Et Voilà French Bistro — 11 / 40Tartare with Baguette & Aperitifs

Seasonal Plate with Fresh Garnish at Et Voilà French Bistro — 12 / 40Seasonal Plate with Fresh Garnish

The Zinc Bar & Wall Clock at Et Voilà French Bistro — 13 / 40The Zinc Bar & Wall Clock

Charcuterie Board with Pickles & Figs at Et Voilà French Bistro — 14 / 40Charcuterie Board with Pickles & Figs

Seared Fish with Citrus & Edible Flowers at Et Voilà French Bistro — 15 / 40Seared Fish with Citrus & Edible Flowers

Crispy Chicken with Roasted Vegetables at Et Voilà French Bistro — 16 / 40Crispy Chicken with Roasted Vegetables

Steamed Mussels in Garlic Broth at Et Voilà French Bistro — 17 / 40Steamed Mussels in Garlic Broth

Plated Dish with a Glass of Wine at Et Voilà French Bistro — 18 / 40Plated Dish with a Glass of Wine

Garden Salad with Citrus Aperitif at Et Voilà French Bistro — 19 / 40Garden Salad with Citrus Aperitif

Salmon in a Bowl with Sauce & Garnish at Et Voilà French Bistro — 20 / 40Salmon in a Bowl with Sauce & Garnish

Back-Bar Shelves & Spirits Clock at Et Voilà French Bistro — 21 / 40Back-Bar Shelves & Spirits Clock

Pouring Red Wine at the Table at Et Voilà French Bistro — 22 / 40Pouring Red Wine at the Table

Mussels in Creamy White Wine Sauce at Et Voilà French Bistro — 23 / 40Mussels in Creamy White Wine Sauce

Peach Cocktail with a Thank-You Note at Et Voilà French Bistro — 24 / 40Peach Cocktail with a Thank-You Note

Chocolate Dessert with Berries at Et Voilà French Bistro — 25 / 40Chocolate Dessert with Berries

Green Apéritif on the Bar at Et Voilà French Bistro — 26 / 40Green Apéritif on the Bar

Tray of Five Signature Cocktails at Et Voilà French Bistro — 27 / 40Tray of Five Signature Cocktails

Plated Dish with Herb Sauce & Peppers at Et Voilà French Bistro — 28 / 40Plated Dish with Herb Sauce & Peppers

Charcuterie Board with Wine at Et Voilà French Bistro — 29 / 40Charcuterie Board with Wine

Two Cocktails on the Bar at Et Voilà French Bistro — 30 / 40Two Cocktails on the Bar

Sharing Board with Glasses at Et Voilà French Bistro — 31 / 40Sharing Board with Glasses

Seared Meat with Garnish at Et Voilà French Bistro — 32 / 40Seared Meat with Garnish

Rice & Avocado Plate with Crisps at Et Voilà French Bistro — 33 / 40Rice & Avocado Plate with Crisps

Mushroom Pasta with Candlelight at Et Voilà French Bistro — 34 / 40Mushroom Pasta with Candlelight

Stuffed Zucchini with Shrimp at Et Voilà French Bistro — 35 / 40Stuffed Zucchini with Shrimp

Cheese & Fruit Board with Wine at Et Voilà French Bistro — 36 / 40Cheese & Fruit Board with Wine

Sliced Meat with Green Vegetables at Et Voilà French Bistro — 37 / 40Sliced Meat with Green Vegetables

Shrimp & Green Pasta in Cream Sauce at Et Voilà French Bistro — 38 / 40Shrimp & Green Pasta in Cream Sauce

Seasonal Plate with Fruit & Herb Sauce at Et Voilà French Bistro — 39 / 40Seasonal Plate with Fruit & Herb Sauce

Cheese, Bread & Fruit Spread with Aperitif at Et Voilà French Bistro — 40 / 40Cheese, Bread & Fruit Spread with Aperitif

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Guest Impressions

Loved by San Diego

★★★★★

4.7Google

827 reviews

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4.8OpenTable

3,002 reviews

Authentic Bistro Fare

★★★★★

"The best French restaurant in San Diego. The duck confit took me straight back to Paris."

Sarah M.Verified Diner · Normal Heights

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Tuesday Soirée à Deux

★★★★★

"Tuesday Soirée à Deux is the best value in San Diego — three courses plus a bottle of wine for two."

David & Ellen K.Anniversary Dinner · North Park

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Bar & Happy Hour

★★★★★

"The Happy Hour at the bar is a hidden gem. Escargot, mushroom tempura, a glass of Beaujolais."

Marcus L.Local Regular · Adams Ave

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Open Tuesday through Sunday from 4:30 PM · Walk-ins welcomed at the bar

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Location & Hours

Et Voilà French Bistro

3015 Adams Avenue, San Diego, CA 92116

Adams Avenue · North Park · Normal Heights

Phone

(619) 209-7759

Hours

MondayClosed

Tuesday – Thursday4:30 PM – 9:00 PM

Friday – Saturday4:30 PM – 10:00 PM

Sunday4:30 PM – 8:00 PM

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San Diego · Adams Ave

Et Voilà French Bistro

3015 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA 92116

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