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| Cuisine | Country French | ||
| Hours | Mon-Sat 10:30am-10:30pm | ||
| Address | 1202 Pine St | ||
| Location | Around Town | ||
| Reservations | Reservations recommended | ||
| Phone | 805/226-8191 | ||
| Web site | www.bistrolaurent.com | ||
| Prices | Main courses $24-$35 | ||
| Credit Cards | MC, V | ||
Frommer's Review
Executive chef/owner Laurent Grangien's sophisticated bistro caused quite a stir in this town unaccustomed to such innovations as a chef's tasting menu. But once the dust settled, everyone kept returning for the unpretentious neighborhood atmosphere, superb cuisine, and reasonable (at least by L.A. or San Francisco standards) prices. Whet your appetite with the crispy crab risotto hors d'oeuvre (the crispy tarts are addictive as well) and warm potato and goat cheese salad before plunging into main dishes such as rosemary-garlic chicken, or roasted pork chops with Dijon sauce and puréed potatoes.
Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.
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