We went to Tapenade for a special dinner with friends with whom we were visiting. My wife was wearing black, and the hostess (without any prompting) substituted a black napkin for the white one which was part of the table setup. My wife was impressed, as in lesser restaurants, one gets the white napkin anyway and then has white "fludge"... more

Very nice restaurant, the best I have been to in San Diego. more

not much veggie selection, but I'd like to try it again more

classic, french food...impeccable service, best restaurant in la jolla more

Classic french food, great wine more

A five course French tasting menu in La Jolla, who knew? The decor is a pleasant box of widely spaced paintings (wine bottles and black and white French scenes that appeared to have been selected from the art department of Linens and Things) that lacks a personality of its own. Service was uneven. The waiter had been taught the correct... more

The food is just spectacular! What a treat! The menu and wine lists are well balanced. Service is excellent. The decor although very nice, could be refreshed. more

The best French in San Diego. more

My wife and I had read some good reviews of Tapenade on TripAdvisor and thought we'd try it out. After a week in La Jolla / San Diego, I must say I'm glad we did. Everything was fantastic. The butternut squash soup had far more flavor than many you get at other places. I also ordered a beef strip loin,... more