CHOCOLATINE French Café
| Address: | 2955 Thousand Oaks Blvd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362, USA |
| Phone: | +1 805-557-0561 |
| Site: | chocolatine.net |
| Rating: | 4.5 |
| Working: | 7:30AM–4PM 7:30AM–4PM 7:30AM–4PM 7:30AM–4PM 7:30AM–4PM 8:30AM–5PM 8:30AM–1PM |
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Daniel Lipe
We stumbled across this pastry shop on our drive from simi to Malibu back in June and we loved it! It felt like home away from home. We visited quite a few French pastries during our stay in California and in the LA area, not one of them had good, authentic and unaltered French pastries like Chocolatine. Owner was very nice. We stopped for tea and a 4pm snack. Told the owner to surprise us. She brought back, among other goodies - the best macaron you can find in LA. Whenever were visiting LA this will be a must stop to replenish on breakfast goodies, deserts, or afternoon snacks. Most definitely recommend locals to drive the extra miles and try it out. 6 months later and Im still thinking about that macaron and pastry. Merci!
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Arlette T
This was the worst food Ive had in a long, very long time. The quiche was soggy and completely tasteless, if that is possible! My husbands food was just as awful. This isnt exactly "haute cuisine." So how can it possibly be so bad?? The french owner was, what shall I say, french! Obnoxious and arrogant. From what I heard, he is selling the business and moving back to France. Do yourself a favor and eat next door - at least the hamburgers looks "eatable".
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Zacgary
This is one of the best little coffee shops that I have been to in Ventura County. The owner is from France and is the one running the shop as the waitress and behind the counter. They are extremely genuine and have a very family oriented atmosphere. As someone who has visited France multiple times, I can vouch that the food and drinks are authentic. Im definitely making this my regular coffee shop!
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Emilio Lemus
Such a charming place! We have been driving by for a few months and decided to stop by for some hot chocolate (and sweets!). We could not have had a more pleasant bite. The owner who was working was extremely friendly and the service was great! If you are in the area looking for a casual bite or if you want to just treat yourself and get away, i recommend chocolatine
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Milan Stogner
I almost dont want to give this place a stellar review because I want to be able to get a table when I go haha. This place is absolutely phenomenal I have been in there are several times and each time is better than the last. Everything cooked perfectly and beautifully displayed. Their wine list has so many great options! LOVE LOVE LOVE!
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David Graveline
This place is as close as you can get to France while still in Thousand Oaks. Quaint atmosphere? check. Delicious crepes, sandwiches, and quiches? check. Amazingly creative, fresh, DELICIOUS desserts? check! Plus the owner and some of the servers are from France and speak in French for those of you who want the practice. :-)
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Jeannette Mitchell
Voila!.... So delicious and authentic. My husband and I went yesterday and I wanted to go back already today. The best quiche ever. The owner was so great and friendly, her husband makes everything, amazing. Cant wait to take my french mother-in-law here when she visits. Merci. ;)
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A Private User
My all time favorite place to eat!! My 3 year old loves the ham and cheese panini. Love the atmosphere as well the owner is so sweet, he always welcomes people with open arms and will take time to explain what each chocolate has in it or what type of chocolate it is.
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Aaron Smith
To those who have said the service is slow. It is. Its quintessential, authentic French. Slow is good. As Americans, were accustomed to everything being fast. The food was great. The cafe au lait was perfect. So come in. Sit down. And relax. Its worth the wait.
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JC P
Les chocolats sont delicieux comme les crepes. Lambiance est tres Francaise. Merci pour un petit coin super sympa.
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Juan de Dios Garcia
I had a head in early to work one day and decided to try out this little French café just down the street. The bread is amazing. I tried the croque turkey. It was very refreshing. The coffee is better than most around. And what a great find in this area.
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Juan Carlos Hernandez
Great little place for a a nice cup of coffee. Just moved to T.O. and came here early in the morning to have some coffee before unpacking my belongings, it was Sunday morning and it was quiet, peaceful and the the quiche was delicious.
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Melissa Kibrick
Came in for Saturday brunch with 4 adults and 2 kids. The place was tiny and the 2 workers ignored us for 10 minutes until we stood up and started to leave. They then asked if we wanted to order. By that point, we didnt.
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A Private User
Sharon - Nov 18, 2011 A trip to Paris without a security check! Outstanding pastries, quiches, and chocolates. Delightful for breakfast, and lunch or a snack during the day. The chocolate items make great gifts.
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Adela Valcea
Such a cute little spot in the heart of Thousand Oaks! And to top things off the owner is so sweet and hospitable! A great experience and I will definitely recommend and come back myself!
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Charlie Bonar
I had a delicious quiche prepared perfectly. I also had a crepe with berry filling. Ummm. Excellent French pastries and chocolates. The staff and owner were great. Try this place!
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Kathy Gulbranson
Love this little French cafe, great light fare for lunch, delicious pastries, and friendly young couple from France who own it! Its definitely worth going out of your way for.
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A Private User
Dont waste your time going to this place. We recently went to purchase a few pastries and truffles....absolutely disgusting and far too expensive! I threw the items away.
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Brigitte Richard
Just had a succulent Croque Veggie. Very tasty. Miam-miam. Merci
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Jennifer Jones
The pastries seemed to be several days old and the coffee was just acceptable. The atmosphere was depressing and the service staff appeared miserable.
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Dillon Deffense
Came in for macaroons as a present and the owner was very kind and helpful. The macaroons were amazing! Im going to come back for breakfast.
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Thamburaj Daniel
Quaint little store that took me to France. Fantastic food. Lovely folks. Highly recommend this place. Dont miss it. Check it out.
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John Farmer
Awesome coffee, pastries, and chocolate. Friendly and nice owners. Small place. Can get busy at peak times. Well worth it.
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billy winston
I am going back tomorrow because of the best quiche, coffee and desserts. So Yummy! By the way I live in Orange County.
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Michael Drews
Lovely, very french. go somewhere else for your fast food, if you want to linger with friends this is the place
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Samuel Leiboff
Great place. Very cute and cozy. The croque monsieur was a great snack and the americano was perfect.
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romain Prieur
A nice little French heaven far, far away from my home country. Too bad I do nit live closeby
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Patrick Beyond
Excellent pastry and great staff. Much better now under the new ownership. Will go back again
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Joshua Welcher
A very inviting and nice shop. The owner is very friendly and makes great food and desserts.
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Miriam M
Excellent food and service. They have THE BEST hot chocolate I have ever tadted!! Yummm!!!
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Natalie Joy
Lovely chocolate shop and French cafe: Sandrine is from France so you know its authentic!
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Jen McClellan
Wonderful quaint atmosphere. Best cappuccino in town. Food and desserts are deeeelish
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Dave Hampton
Fantastic. Amazing desserts and coffees and chocolates. Authentically French.
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Dylan Fields
Amazing crepes and sandwiches. Ive been coming here since I was a kid.
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Miriam Nunez
Slow service, food was okay, had to wait a long time to be seated
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Paul Rivas
Great food, cozy atmosphere and wonderful service.
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Julie Argento
Espresso and chocolate croissants....so good!
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Monique Daniels
Excellent food and desserts, a real gem!
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Brenda Bordagaray
Wonderful place. New owners super nice.
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Rob Parquette
Great authentic french desserts
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Rachael Gula
Great new owners!
