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La Rive Gauche

320 Tejon Place, Palos Verdes Estates, CA
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4.0 of 5 stars 4 Reviews
Cuisines: French
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Los Angeles
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2012

We have been going to Rive Gauche since 1976 and it is superb. Do not be concerned that you may be the only customers in the restaurant. It is old world style and the staff gives you plenty of time for all the courses. If you are in a hurry then you may wish to tell them or request the... More

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San Pedro, Ca.
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 March 2012

We again went to La Rive Gauche, this time for our Anniversary. The food was Excellent and the atmosphere is awesome. The Staff was excellent as well. For sure we will return More

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Rancho Palos Verdes, California
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34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 October 2011

While it's a mystery to us how they stay in business, they are one of the best-kept secrets in PV. Delicious classic French fare and service. Usually, it's pretty empty, but on Valentine's Day, hubby and I went for a romantic indulgent dinner and it was packed. If you are a local south bay resident, it's worth the drive up... More

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Culver City, California
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2011

We found this french restaurant by a web search. The interior decor is pink walls, framed by dark wood timber, pink tablecloths, (yet more) pink menus and dark green chairs matching the wall- to-wall carpet. Some people say the color scheme is dated, but we liked it. There are celebrity pictures on the walls. Lace curtains cover the lower windows... More

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