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Le Normandie

542 Lighthouse Ave, Pacific Grove, CA 93950-2745
831-375-5011
5.0 of 5 stars 53 Reviews
Cuisines: French
Dining options: Reservations
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Southern California
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW

If you tire of the busy Monterey and Carmel restaurant scene and want to try an unhurried dinner with a local flavor and casual feel, Le Normandie is for you. Christine and her husband have been serving wonderful French-style food on the Monterey peninsula for years but seem to have happily settled into this Pacific Grove location. We dined at... More

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Kansas
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

We, like many, choose Le Normandie based upon the reviews. These reviews are absolutely correct. We enjoyed our first evening's meal so much that we immediately made reservations for the next evening, cancelling a reservation at another Pacific Grove restaurant. Since the menu is hand-written and changes daily, rather than make a suggestion, every entree (ranging from beef, seafood, pork,... More

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San Francisco Bay area
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

I was looking for a new restaurant to try on the Monterey Peninsula and, after reading the rave reviews on TripAdvisor, we chose Le Normandie, right in downtown Pacific Grove. My husband and I were up there for his birthday weekend. Reservations are a must. The restaurant was packed, but Christine made sure that we never felt neglected. The french... More

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Boulder, Colorado, United States
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

This restaurant is owned and run by a lovely French couple. A small intimate setting, live jazz and incredible food at a reasonable price. Simply lovely! Reservation suggested. More

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durham
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62 reviews 62 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
42 helpful votes 42 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012

went here on the advice of seven gables inn. what good advice! we went on a tuesday night, they had a special that night which was a really good price for starter main and a glass of very nice wine. the owner marie-christine was very charming, originally from normandy, she told us how she ended up in pacific grove. the... More

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Katy, Texas
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012

Definitely make reservations. We tried the Tues. night special based on reviews. That's a really good deal and the food was great. There are quite a few tables with minimal service (might be all family), but overall, we didn't really wait too long for anything. Take your time to enjoy the atmosphere and music and don't be in a hurry.... More

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Oakdale, California
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Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012

After reading reviews, we made reservations at Le Normandie for dinner and were not disappointed. The atmosphere was very casual and relaxed. We had the medallions of filet mignon that melted in your mouth and the peppercorn sauce was excellent. We enjoyed the hospitality of the owner who waited on us - very warm and friendly. It was also nice... More

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Campton, New Hampshire
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52 reviews 52 reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2012

Saved Le Normandie for our last night of four weeks in Monterey and Pacific Grove. We were not disappointed. Marie warmly welcomed us and made certain that everything was just right for the entire evening. The country French food was exquisite. And the tab at the end of the evening was very reasonable, just a bit over $100 with four... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2012

I live in the neighborhood and dine here a couple of times per month. I recently had my favorite meal: French onion soup, Caesar salad, great bread and a glass of wine, all for $24! Christine, the owner, even helped me with my French. This is one of the best restaurants on the Monterey Peninsula. More

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Edmonton, Canada
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Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2012

Tonight we enjoyed our fourth visit to Le Normandie in less than a month. It is one of the most comfortable, satisfying and delicious restaurants that we've experienced in years. Each time we are there, we're greeted with a friendly welcome and wonderful service. It's always fun to see how many of the people who walk in are regulars and... More

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