What a great place! My wife and I came here for the first time @5pm. Perfect time to come, as it was quiet and not crazy busy like it is later in the evening. We sat on the patio and it was perfect. It really felt like we were in France. Our server, Thomas B. was great. He was knowledgeable with the menu, drinks and had great recommendations. We are definitely not new to French cuisine, as it is our favorite, so we knew what we were hoping to expect. Let me say, it met every expectation and more. I've always said, you get what you pay for and with this place it was worth every penny. We did have an issue with a hair in the food. We weren't upset as this thing happens sometimes. We are only human. We told Thomas and he took care of it. The restaurant/Chef absolutely fixed it and was more than gracious by comping that dish, which I did not ask for or expect. He had 2 starters, and three entrees, mainly cause we wanted to try so many things and couldn't decided. The bay scallops, and goat cheese as starters. The Moules mariniere, mushroom risotto and the Duck confit for entrees. It was all delicious! The flavors were so fresh, unique and complex. We finished our meal with the Mocha De crème desert. Every bite had multiple layers of flavors, it was like a beautiful story, with a beginning, middle and end to each bite. I over-heard that they will be changing menus to their spring/summer menu and I can't wait to come back and see what's new. This is place has made my list of top 3 favorite restaurants in town. Shout out to the Owner, Chef, cooks and waitstaff. Thank you. We will see you again soon.
Karen Coller
Visited the restaurant for the first time last week. Went with a couple of my girl friends to celebrate one of their birthdays. The whole experience from food to service to the restaurant itself was perfect. To our surprise, our waiter Lucien was only on his 3rd day on the job. The way he knew the menu and the customer service he gave, along with recommendations, it was like he had been working there for years. He definitely went above and beyond and is someone the restaurant does not want to lose.I will definitely be returning.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Teddy
Very loud inside, horrible acoustics. Family came in with kids wearing PJs and playing loud games on their tablets. People at the table next to us were screaming and laughing very loudly, a woman was flossing her teeth. Duck confit was dry and potatoes had little to no flavor. Server was attentive and knowledgeable. Raclette was tasty though.Just a very underwhelming experience. Not the classy, upscale vibe we enjoy at other restaurants in the Pearl.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 4
AAInventors
Well, it was an experience for her. Even though she lost her taste during covid, she did appreciate the cold plate during our first try. Staff is very attentive. En un mot ce restaurant est unique pour le décor et l authenticité des repas. Coluche l' apprécirait.Parking: You must park at the main entrance of the pearl.Wheelchair accessibility: Very easy access
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Escargots, Chariot De Fromages, Lobster Bisque, Escargots De Bourgogne a L’Ancienne, Steak Tartare Au Couteau, Sandwich Au Fromage Raclette, French Oysters, Baguette
Cheryl L.
First time at Mon Chou Chou,we had a really great experience. Started with the nice and attention owner(?)who came to chat with us?,which I think was awesome??. And our waiter Marc??????⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️,great service. Chapeau au chef pour l’excellente cuisine??????⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️. I really and highly recommend this restaurant and we will be back for sure♥️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: French Onion Soup, Lobster Bisque, Escargots De Bourgogne a L’Ancienne, Bœuf Bourguignon Benedict
Marc M
I'm French, I know good French food from so so, and this restaurant was fantastic. Very happy I randomly ran into it
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aaron Hill
If you’re going to call yourself a French resto and have Tournedos Rossini on the menu, then please apprenez à cuisiner votre steak! “Bleu” means singed on the outside, raw inside, bloody, almost uncooked. I’m not ready to give up yet, but you’ve got one more chance to get something like moules frites right.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
Tracie Andrews
Our wait person must have had an off day. I'm reading everyone's reviews on incredible their attentive service and ours was so-so. The food was tasty - especially the beet salad and baked mac n cheese. My husband and I brought my mother out for lunch and the waiter forgot her salmon then refilled our ice tea just twice. Wasnt a deal beaker but super small glasses and $100+ ticket, we expected a bit more with the refills. Wasnt very busy so not sure what was up. If it hadn't been for the gift card from Christmas, we never would have tried this unique restaurant - great experience as far as tasty food and ambiance but won't be returning.
John Steedman
Really nice restaurant next to Hotel Emma. Beet salad, Cab Franc, and slow roasted 1/4 chicken. All delicious and recommended by Ms. S. who helped navigate the menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Steven
Great food and environment. Lucien was a great server and took great care to ensure a great experience. Highly recommend.
We’ve been to Mon Chou Chou at least 8 times in the last 12 months, and the food, service, and atmosphere have kept us coming back and recommending the restaurant to locals as well as out of town friends.The review is an unqualified 5 star all around even given a most recent trip that left a bit to be desired. They make it right in all points! That trip, we emailed the manager because it was such an anomaly. Not an hour later, Ryan Retalliatta responded and was appreciative and quick to reassure us that anything not the typical Mon Chou Chou experience would be addressed tout suite! Gracious and accommodating, the manager takes a truly personal interest and shows ownership.Excellent spot for any meal or special celebration. You owe it to yourself to try it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Zach Leners
A great dinner spot for a romantic evening. From the appetizers to the entrees it's all delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Escargots, French Onion Soup, Baked Branzino with Brown Butter Caper Sauce Fondant Potatoes French Green Beans
Vvv Sss
Hostess and manager were rude 4/2
Service: 1
Garrick Williams
Although there were minor imperfections in the cooking process (my requested steak doneness fell short), an array of scrumptious offerings from breads including but not limited to Classique Baguettes & decadent baked scallops named 'St Jacques A La Chou Chou' that came together gracefully with succulently prepared lobsters within a flavorful champagne beurre blanc sauce helped make up for it; further complemented by fresh seafood choices especially delectable mussels sure did enhance my gastronomic adventure!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Fries, Baguette, Steak
Odalis Margarita Medina Sarabia
Too many people talking very loudly ??? without control.Parking: The entire parking lot is very full.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Caracoles, Ravioles de Ricotta
What a great place! My wife and I came here for the first time @5pm. Perfect time to come, as it was quiet and not crazy busy like it is later in the evening. We sat on the patio and it was perfect. It really felt like we were in France. Our server, Thomas B. was great. He was knowledgeable with the menu, drinks and had great recommendations. We are definitely not new to French cuisine, as it is our favorite, so we knew what we were hoping to expect. Let me say, it met every expectation and more. I've always said, you get what you pay for and with this place it was worth every penny. We did have an issue with a hair in the food. We weren't upset as this thing happens sometimes. We are only human. We told Thomas and he took care of it. The restaurant/Chef absolutely fixed it and was more than gracious by comping that dish, which I did not ask for or expect. He had 2 starters, and three entrees, mainly cause we wanted to try so many things and couldn't decided. The bay scallops, and goat cheese as starters. The Moules mariniere, mushroom risotto and the Duck confit for entrees. It was all delicious! The flavors were so fresh, unique and complex. We finished our meal with the Mocha De crème desert. Every bite had multiple layers of flavors, it was like a beautiful story, with a beginning, middle and end to each bite. I over-heard that they will be changing menus to their spring/summer menu and I can't wait to come back and see what's new. This is place has made my list of top 3 favorite restaurants in town. Shout out to the Owner, Chef, cooks and waitstaff. Thank you. We will see you again soon.
Visited the restaurant for the first time last week. Went with a couple of my girl friends to celebrate one of their birthdays. The whole experience from food to service to the restaurant itself was perfect. To our surprise, our waiter Lucien was only on his 3rd day on the job. The way he knew the menu and the customer service he gave, along with recommendations, it was like he had been working there for years. He definitely went above and beyond and is someone the restaurant does not want to lose.I will definitely be returning.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very loud inside, horrible acoustics. Family came in with kids wearing PJs and playing loud games on their tablets. People at the table next to us were screaming and laughing very loudly, a woman was flossing her teeth. Duck confit was dry and potatoes had little to no flavor. Server was attentive and knowledgeable. Raclette was tasty though.Just a very underwhelming experience. Not the classy, upscale vibe we enjoy at other restaurants in the Pearl.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 4
Well, it was an experience for her. Even though she lost her taste during covid, she did appreciate the cold plate during our first try. Staff is very attentive. En un mot ce restaurant est unique pour le décor et l authenticité des repas. Coluche l' apprécirait.Parking: You must park at the main entrance of the pearl.Wheelchair accessibility: Very easy access
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Escargots, Chariot De Fromages, Lobster Bisque, Escargots De Bourgogne a L’Ancienne, Steak Tartare Au Couteau, Sandwich Au Fromage Raclette, French Oysters, Baguette
First time at Mon Chou Chou,we had a really great experience. Started with the nice and attention owner(?)who came to chat with us?,which I think was awesome??. And our waiter Marc??????⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️,great service. Chapeau au chef pour l’excellente cuisine??????⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️. I really and highly recommend this restaurant and we will be back for sure♥️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: French Onion Soup, Lobster Bisque, Escargots De Bourgogne a L’Ancienne, Bœuf Bourguignon Benedict
I'm French, I know good French food from so so, and this restaurant was fantastic. Very happy I randomly ran into it
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
If you’re going to call yourself a French resto and have Tournedos Rossini on the menu, then please apprenez à cuisiner votre steak! “Bleu” means singed on the outside, raw inside, bloody, almost uncooked. I’m not ready to give up yet, but you’ve got one more chance to get something like moules frites right.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 4
Our wait person must have had an off day. I'm reading everyone's reviews on incredible their attentive service and ours was so-so. The food was tasty - especially the beet salad and baked mac n cheese. My husband and I brought my mother out for lunch and the waiter forgot her salmon then refilled our ice tea just twice. Wasnt a deal beaker but super small glasses and $100+ ticket, we expected a bit more with the refills. Wasnt very busy so not sure what was up. If it hadn't been for the gift card from Christmas, we never would have tried this unique restaurant - great experience as far as tasty food and ambiance but won't be returning.
Really nice restaurant next to Hotel Emma. Beet salad, Cab Franc, and slow roasted 1/4 chicken. All delicious and recommended by Ms. S. who helped navigate the menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food and environment. Lucien was a great server and took great care to ensure a great experience. Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: French Oysters, Steak
Restaurantji Recommends
We’ve been to Mon Chou Chou at least 8 times in the last 12 months, and the food, service, and atmosphere have kept us coming back and recommending the restaurant to locals as well as out of town friends.The review is an unqualified 5 star all around even given a most recent trip that left a bit to be desired. They make it right in all points! That trip, we emailed the manager because it was such an anomaly. Not an hour later, Ryan Retalliatta responded and was appreciative and quick to reassure us that anything not the typical Mon Chou Chou experience would be addressed tout suite! Gracious and accommodating, the manager takes a truly personal interest and shows ownership.Excellent spot for any meal or special celebration. You owe it to yourself to try it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A great dinner spot for a romantic evening. From the appetizers to the entrees it's all delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Escargots, French Onion Soup, Baked Branzino with Brown Butter Caper Sauce Fondant Potatoes French Green Beans
Hostess and manager were rude 4/2
Service: 1
Although there were minor imperfections in the cooking process (my requested steak doneness fell short), an array of scrumptious offerings from breads including but not limited to Classique Baguettes & decadent baked scallops named 'St Jacques A La Chou Chou' that came together gracefully with succulently prepared lobsters within a flavorful champagne beurre blanc sauce helped make up for it; further complemented by fresh seafood choices especially delectable mussels sure did enhance my gastronomic adventure!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Fries, Baguette, Steak
Too many people talking very loudly ??? without control.Parking: The entire parking lot is very full.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Caracoles, Ravioles de Ricotta