French Cafe and Bakery in Carlsbad VillageIf you are a fan of la cuisine Francaise, you will be thrilled to know about two eateries in Carlsbad Village.

While Julia Child is no longer with us, fond memories of her French cooking remain, and whether you are more of a pastry and dessert fan, or prefer a charming French bistro doesn’t matter since Carlsbad Village has you covered for both.

First, devotees of French patisseries will love The French Bakery and Café. Their almond croissants are to die for, and if you can find your way past the pastries and other goodies, you might enjoy a selection of Les Omelettes for your petit dejeuner, or drop in for lunch and choose one of many Les Sandwiches. Located just behind the Mikko Japanese Restaurant on Carlsbad Village Drive (south side) just west of the I-5 freeway, you can’t go wrong with this charming and tasty bakery. Yep, it’s in a strip mall, but sometimes the best surprises are in the plainest of locations. Call 760-729-2241 or visit them at 1005 Carlsbad Village Drive.

Le Passage French bistro in Carlsbad Village French Cafe and Bakery in Carlsbad VillageYou can also enjoy a more upscale lunch or dinner and take yourself to the banks of the Seine and dine at Le Passage, on State Street in the heart of Carlsbad Village.

This quaint French bistro makes it easy to imagine yourself enjoying Le Diner on the Left Bank in Paris, whether you are seated indoors or on their charming outdoor patio in the back of the restaurant. Call 760-729-7097 for more information and for reservations.

Their website is under construction, but here is an article about the restaurant when it opened in October 2005 (I've met the owner, Michelle Rocca, and she is a charming woman and talented chef). Lunch and dinner are both worth checking out, with a menu that changes periodically and daily specials.

Stay tuned for more on a favorite restaurant in Leucadia, Le Papagayo, and my interview with owner, Francois.

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19 Comments on Viva la France! The French Have You Covered in Carlsbad Village

Jeff - it's always so nice to have the Insiders View of local restaurants. Here in St Pete, Chateau France has just opened a bistro - I only saw the signs this morning, so I'll have to check out if this means they're now serving lunch.

05/24/2008 07:45 PM by Sharon Simms St Pete Florida CRS CIPS CLHMS (RE/MAX Metro)

Jeff if I ever make it out there you are going to have to take me to some of these great places that you have been writing about, I will even wear my sunglasses :) :)

05/24/2008 08:18 PM by George Souto (McCue Mortgage Co.)

C'est très bon Jeff. Je pense que vous êtes un merveilleux REALTOR. Vous certainement capté mon imagination, et probablement beaucoup d'autres ainsi.

05/24/2008 09:08 PM by San Diego Real Estate Voice authored by William Johnson GRI CRS e-PRO (RE/MAX Associates)

Jeff,

Both of these places sound like little treasures. You know all the great places in Carlsbad.

05/24/2008 10:55 PM by Orange Co. Real Estate~Lynda Eisenmann, Broker-Owner, Brea, CA (Preferred Home Brokers)

Jeff....  ooohhh, a French Bistro....  we have a few good ones in Philly.  Crepes are great.... even dinner Crepes....   overall, it sounds good.

jeff belonger

05/24/2008 11:45 PM by Jeff Belonger -- The FHA Expert.com -- FHA Loans -- FHA mortgages -- Mortgages (Infinity Home Mortgage Company, Inc)

Jeff, I think it's time for me to head out to Carlsbad.  These restaurants look very inviting.  I'm ready for my late with a chocolate croissant.  Yum!

05/25/2008 12:52 AM by Pasadena CA Real Estate - Irina Netchaev (Keller Williams International Realty)

Sharon - I enjoy discovering new restaurants, especially those that have been around for a bit and I have not yet enjoyed.

Jeff

05/25/2008 11:16 AM by Jeff Dowler ~ Carlsbad Real Estate (RE/MAX Associates)

George - it will be my treat, and can both wear sunglasses. :) We can spend your entire visiting eating.

Jeff

05/25/2008 11:17 AM by Jeff Dowler ~ Carlsbad Real Estate (RE/MAX Associates)

William - Merci beaucoup, mon ami. Je pense que c'est vrai. Mais, je ne parle pas bien le francais.

Jeff

05/25/2008 11:44 AM by Jeff Dowler ~ Carlsbad Real Estate (RE/MAX Associates)

Lynda - thanks. And I enjoy experiencing them.

Jeff

05/25/2008 12:25 PM by Jeff Dowler ~ Carlsbad Real Estate (RE/MAX Associates)

Jeff - I like all that stuff, unfortunately.

Jeff

05/25/2008 12:27 PM by Jeff Dowler ~ Carlsbad Real Estate (RE/MAX Associates)

Come on down, Irina. I'll treat. The only downside to the bakery is there is no outdoor seating, so it that regard it is not quite Paris!.

Jeff

05/25/2008 12:28 PM by Jeff Dowler ~ Carlsbad Real Estate (RE/MAX Associates)

Jeff, I will take you up on that offer!  :-)

05/25/2008 12:56 PM by Pasadena CA Real Estate - Irina Netchaev (Keller Williams International Realty)

Ce n'était certainement pas mauvaise. Je vois qu'ils comptent mots français ainsi.

05/25/2008 12:59 PM by San Diego Real Estate Voice authored by William Johnson GRI CRS e-PRO (RE/MAX Associates)

Jeff, sounds like my kind of place...just love the French and their cooking!

05/25/2008 02:09 PM by Sacramento Real Estate and Luxury Homes, Assoc. Real Estate Broker,Gena Riede (Remax Gold, Assoc Broker)

Jeff, I didn't realize Carlsbad has such a wonderful selection of eateries!  Yum!

05/25/2008 02:16 PM by Lake Norman Real Estate ~ Diane Aurit (RE/MAX at the Lake)

What a wonderful look at Carlsbad through your eyes and stomach! Wow! Those restaurants sound delightful! Thank you for sharing. Yum! Visiting Carlsbad is on my list!

05/25/2008 07:23 PM by Becky Respess, ABR, CRB, CRS (Broker/Associate North Texas GMAC)

Gena - ditto here. What is especially nce is that it is not a formal high-end restaurant as some French places can be.

Jeff

05/25/2008 11:08 PM by Jeff Dowler ~ Carlsbad Real Estate (RE/MAX Associates)

Diane - I think Carlsbad has a fairly impressive range of restaurants given the size of the town. No, we are not LA or NY but there is enough to suit most tastes and budgets.

Jeff

05/25/2008 11:10 PM by Jeff Dowler ~ Carlsbad Real Estate (RE/MAX Associates)

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