# Le Coq > Le Coq — French restaurants in La Jolla, CA. ## Key facts - **URL**: https://frankiapp.com/business/le-coq-125303 - **Type**: Restaurants - **Cuisine**: French - **Location**: La Jolla, CA - **Address**: 7837 Herschel Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037 - **Phone**: (858)427-1500 - **Website**: https://lecoq.com - **Coordinates**: 32.85, -117.27 - **Claimed**: claimed - **Vibes**: Modern ## About Le Coq is a modern French restaurant at 7837 Herschel Ave in La Jolla, CA, led by executive chef Tara Monsod, known for her work at Animae. The space blends a Parisian sensibility with a contemporary interior that surprises guests the moment they step inside. Reviewers rave about the date night prix-fixe menu, the tableside flambé experience, and crowd favorites like steak frites and the Rosé Snapper with calamansi beurre blanc. The restaurant also offers a popular Happy Meal during early evening hours, a full bar with standout cocktails, and a live DJ set later in the night. The atmosphere suits everything from intimate dinners to celebratory group outings. ## Hours - Monday: 5pm - 12am - Tuesday: 5pm - 12am - Wednesday: 5pm - 12am - Thursday: 5pm - 12am - Friday: 5pm - 1am - Saturday: 5pm - 1am - Sunday: 5pm - 12am ## Highlights - **Chef Tara Monsod** — Executive chef Tara Monsod personally brings dishes tableside on special occasions. - **Tableside flambé** — A dramatic tableside flambé service turns dinner into a memorable experience. - **The Happy Meal deal** — A $20 Happy Meal with a burger, oysters, frites, and bubbles runs Tuesday to Friday. - **Parisian ambiance** — The sleek interior and late-night DJ sets give Le Coq a sexy, after-hours Paris feel. ## Amenities - Parking - Full Bar - Reservations - Wheelchair Friendly ## FAQ ### Where is Le Coq located? Le Coq is located at 7837 Herschel Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037. Parking is available, so you can arrive without worrying about finding street spots. ### What are Le Coq's hours of operation? Le Coq is open Monday through Thursday and Sunday from 5:00 PM to midnight. On Friday and Saturday, the kitchen stays open until 1:00 AM, so late-night visits are very much on the table. ### What type of food does Le Coq serve? Le Coq serves elevated French cuisine with a modern California sensibility. Standout dishes praised by diners include steak frites, Rosé Snapper with spring peas and calamansi beurre blanc, a French onion tart, baguette with chicken skin butter, and a tableside flambé. The menu also includes a strong selection of vegetable-forward dishes alongside its meat-focused options. ### What is Le Coq's Happy Meal? The Happy Meal is a $20 deal available Tuesday through Friday from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM. It includes a classic burger with Tara's special sauce, three fried oysters, frites, and a glass of bubbles. Diners consistently call it one of the best value bites in San Diego. ### Does Le Coq offer a date night menu? Yes. Le Coq offers a date night special that includes three courses for two people at $98. Reviewers describe every dish as delicious and note that the portion size is generous for two. Chef Tara has been known to personally deliver courses to tables during the experience. ### What is Franki? Franki is a restaurant discovery app that helps you find great places to eat through real video reviews from actual diners. You can browse reviews, photos, and videos of Le Coq on Franki, and earn cash back when you dine there. Download Franki on the App Store or Google Play to start exploring. ### Is Le Coq good for groups or celebrations? Le Coq is well suited for celebrations, group hangouts, and special occasions. The restaurant takes reservations, has a full bar, and transitions into a lively late-night atmosphere with a DJ, so the energy scales naturally from an intimate dinner to a full group celebration. ### How can I contact or follow Le Coq? You can reach Le Coq by phone at (858) 427-1500 or visit lecoq.com to browse the menu and make a reservation. You can also follow them on Instagram at @lecoq.sd to stay current on specials and events. ### Does Le Coq have a happy hour? Yes. Happy hour runs Tuesday through Friday from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM and is a great time to take advantage of the $20 Happy Meal alongside cocktails from the full bar. The restaurant is open seven days a week starting at 5:00 PM, so there are plenty of opportunities to stop in. ## Reviews ### sandiegofoodie — 5.0/5 · Oct 30, 2024 When San Diego's most recognized Chef allows you in the kitchen to watch her make a signature dish....priceless. ### taysty619 — 5.0/5 · Jan 25, 2026 🔥 can’t beat the happy meal 🔥 ### user_938285985 — 5.0/5 · Nov 8, 2025 Got the date night special which was 3 courses for $98 for 2 people and it was absolutely amazing! Every dish was delicious and it was plenty of food for two. The service was excellent and the restaurant had a great vibe. Chef Tara even brought out one of our courses. Will definitely come back again! ### carlys_comida — 5.0/5 · Apr 8, 2026 $20 Happy Meal in San Diego 🍔🥂🍟 ### gisellelelux — 5.0/5 · Jan 20, 2025 Le Coq brings a sexy Paris feel to La Jolla with elevated bites by executive chef Tara Monsod from Animae. The restaurant is beautiful and has a great ambiance, turning into a place to hang out and have drinks to a live dj set after hours. We tried: ⭐️Baguette with chicken skin butter ⭐️Baguette with Pamplie butter & Jam - the baguettes are baked fresh to order and are so delicious. I could have had bread with martinis as a meal. ⭐️Local Yellowtail - beautifully fresh, such a great dish ⭐️ On ### 7.soa_many_bites — 5.0/5 · Aug 20, 2025 A fantastic first visit to Le Coq! The Rosé Snapper with spring peas and calamansi beurre blanc was an absolute delight. The flavors were perfectly balanced, complementing the lean protein without overpowering it. A great choice for a full and satisfying meal. ### chef.chelle — 4.3/5 · Oct 5, 2025 Although there are many meat focused dishes, Le Coq actually also has a wonderful variety of meatless and vegetable options as well! Their Baguette is super fresh, their green beans are crunchy, and their french onion tart is so delicious! ### entirelee — 4.3/5 · Feb 6, 2026 Came out for a bachelor group outing. Music was a bit too loud and everything was delicious but a bit too salty. ### user_fac638 — 5.0/5 · Feb 10, 2025 We absolutely loved the environment and ambiance here! It was very busy so when we walked in we knew it was good. After seeing so many social media reviews I was nervous it was going to be overhyped but it was most definitely worth it. The girls got their steak frites and the steak was cooked perfectly in a delicious au poivre! ### rljfoodie — 4.3/5 · May 22, 2025 Le Coq tableside flambé! An experience!