Garcon

05/30/09

Great place for a long dinner

by podkayne16

I recently brought a friend to Garcon who was visiting the city and used to be a food writer. I was really looking for high quality food in a relaxed atmosphere so we could enjoy ourselves and catchup.

Garcon fit that bill really nicely. We ordered mussels, fries, a beet salad, the beef, the halibut, the pork loin, and two fruit tarts for dessert. We also had cocktails, wine, and espressos. Everything was just lovely. I was really impressed with the quality of the mussels, and I honestly think the halibut was one of the best pieces I've ever had. The staff was wonderful and accommodating.

The only complaint I could think of is that I wish there was a bit more variety in the appetizers. Other than that, though, excellent evening.

• Pros: Excellent food at each course, friendly staff
• Cons: Limited selection of appetizers

03/10/08

friendly service, great mussels

by kworthy

I went there because I was looking for a place that serves mussels in the mission. This place is small and great for a date because it is not noisy. I sat at the small bar and Christoph the bartender took great care of me. I overheard them saying that they will stop servig food at 9pm because it was slow that night. So call ahead to make sure they are still serving and to make a reservation. I heard it get's really crowded on fri/sat. I went on a sunday night around 8:30pm and it wasn't crowded.

I had a bucket of mussels, chocolate mousse dessert (share it... it's fabulous) and a glass of wine. I spent a little bit over 30 dollars inc. tip.

I'd say try it!!!

• Pros: great mussels and dessert
• Cons: sometimes they stop serving food at 9pm

06/06/07

je t'aime

by starunner

This place continuously delivers a nice environment, great food, good service, and amazing desserts!

Great place to go when you don't know where else to go.

• Pros: Desserts!
• Cons: Wish they were open later