Farmhouse Cafe
San Diego, CA 92116
Phone: (619) 269-9662
- Price:
- $$
- Specialties:
- French Food
Editorial Review for Farmhouse Cafe – by Erin Chambers
In Short
With seating for just 40 people, plus a few more on the small patio if the weather permits, Farm House harks back to the smaller sidewalk cafes of Europe. The interior paint chips perfectly to evoke an old farmhouse feel, as do iron accents and fabric chair backs. Candles light each table and the half-circle bar, while rustic French classics illuminate the menu. Escargot Risotto and roasted tomato soup stand out on the appetizer list. Flat-iron steak drenched in blue cheese butter can't be beat for dinner.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoNote that the menu is based on seasonal, fresh ingredients. So don't expect to see the same specials in summer as in winter or other seasons.
What to DrinkThough the menu is heavily French, the wine list is eclectic and international. Try the bubbly Cava from Spain or a great, crips white from Ausutralia.
User Reviews for Farmhouse Cafe
07/10/2008 Posted by corkette
The atmosphere is hardly romantic or oozing any country charm - avoid the patio; you're practically eating in a busy street (Adams Ave.) Inside, some tables are too close to each other so you could at least describe it as cozy. Their breakfast menu doesn't offer too many options and portions are small. The french fries were good but they need to work on their bouillabaisse recipe -blah and overcooked. The desserts were tiny and average - the chocolate dessert seemed like it was frozen and thawed just before dinner. Waitresses were flustered for an early Sat night dinner and the restaurant was only half full. Gave it a couple of chances but it failed to impress us. There are some excellent new restaurants cropping up in San Diego and this not one of them.
Pros: flat iron steak, french fries
Cons: desserts, ambience, patio, waitresses, tight seating
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