Les Petites Canailles

An outstanding dining experience, truly spectacular service, and lively atmosphere. We went with the 'trust us' tasting menu and wine pairing, and it didn't disappoint: every dish was stunningly presented with a creative mix of traditional and unique plates, and the wine pairings were consistently strong. The service was top-notch; our waitress, Nikki, and the sommelier were incredibly attentive, walking us through each course and wine. It's a popular spot as evidenced by how busy it was, so would recommend reservations. Excited to go back!

Just absolute perfection from start to finish! The whole staff was incredibly attentive, professional yet approachable and fun. Service was seamless and effortless. All we had to do was sit back and enjoy. The culinary side of things were mind blowing. The steak tartar was so good we had to order another. Everything on the menu looked so appetizing, the Caesar salad and leeks were so fresh and scrumptious. The vol-au-vent was absolutely divine! The tatertots with caviar were playful yet refined. Overall the whole dining experience was unforgettable and I can’t wait to go back to Paso Robles so I can order the “trust us” menu. LPC is a restaurant masterpiece !

I have heard great things about this place, We went last night (Mon night) had a reservation for 7pm. The place was packed. We were politely greeted by a nice young lady. Upon sitting Tim got us waters right away. It's a small place but quite a few people can fit into the restaurant. Very intimate. Our 7 top was front and center right when you walk in. It is loud in the restaurant since there are no buffers to help with the noise. Kirby was our waitress. She was polite and friendly. Told us the specials of the night and got our orders in. It took a bit to get the starters but it was packed. We had bread and steak tartare for the starters. The bread was just bread and butter nothing special for $9. The steak tartare was great. There was some citrus and the egg drops on top were silky. Great flavors and highlight of the meal as it was the best of what we had for the night. Then came our entrees. I got the Steak Au Poivre, which is an Australian Wagyu steak with French fries, I had it medium. It was tough and chewy. Nothing that you would expect a high end restaurant to serve. Plus the fries were over salted. Not worth the $48 it cost. I've had better at a cheaper price! My BF got the Spring Lamb Two Ways. The pork belly was just okay. The lamb loin was tender but both lacked flavor. And wish there were more veggies. Again not worth the $48. The kids got the burger special which was the Iberia ham and steak blended patty with onion rings. There was a funky sauce that I felt overtook the burger flavors. There were mixed reviews with the table but majority were not into it. Another got the mussels. Again the funky sauce took away from the mussels in my opinion but others liked the sauce and not the mussels. The service during the meal was just okay. Majority of the table didn't have waters for over 20-30 minutes which for a high end restaurant is unacceptable. We had to ask to get more water. She came and checked on us two bites into it but then felt we never needed checked on again until the end. Unfortunately most of us will not want to go back as we felt was not worth it. But there were a couple that liked it and will be back.

Les Petites Canailles came highly recommended, and it absolutely lived up to the hype! From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with warm hospitality, setting the tone for an exceptional dining experience. The service was impeccable—attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in ensuring that every guest had a memorable meal. The staff went above and beyond to provide recommendations and accommodate any requests, making the experience feel both personal and elevated. The food was nothing short of spectacular. Every dish was thoughtfully crafted, beautifully presented, and bursting with flavor. The attention to detail in both taste and presentation was evident, showcasing the restaurant’s commitment to high-quality ingredients and culinary excellence. Whether you’re indulging in a multi-course meal or simply stopping by for a glass of wine and small bites, the menu offers something for everyone. The atmosphere further enhanced the experience, blending a cozy yet refined ambiance that makes it perfect for a romantic dinner, a celebratory night out, or an intimate gathering with friends. The décor, lighting, and overall vibe create an inviting space where you can truly savor your meal and enjoy great company. If you’re looking for an outstanding dining experience in the area, I highly recommend visiting Les Petites Canailles. It’s clear why this restaurant has earned such a great reputation, and I’ll definitely be returning.

So excited to have vegetarian options for the chef tasting menu. The staff and food were incredible. The sommelier listened to our preferences and was able to recommend a great Burgundy and another local wine (Pius for the win!). We booked last minute with a note about the tasting menu, and 3 birthdays being celebrated - they knew all the details and had sweet birthday cards for us all. The inventive dishes with top notch ingredients made this a highlight of Paso fine dining. The service is impeccable, rivalling fancy French restaurants without the formality that could make you uncomfortable. A place to come back to!

Trust us -six course chefs tasting menu was excellent with the wine pairings. The server and sommelier were excellent. The wine pairing surprised us with some interesting wines from Hungary and Germany I was really impressed by their extensive french wine selection.

We did the "Trust Us" menu and also ordered the Creme Brulee and the Tartare. The tasting menu was really good, and I would recommend it. But the Tartare was the best thing we had, it was top notch. Check the pix for the food, describing tasting menus is hard :)

If you like proper French food, this is the place for you. Fresh seasonal ingredients prepared to the highest standards. Delicious!

When in Paso Robles, you must try Les Petite Canailles. Since you're in the area, you might have tasted some excellent wines in this AVA. One of which is Stephan Asseo's L'Aventure. Les Petite Canailles is the concept child of Julien and Courtney Asseo, Stephan Asseo's son and daughter-in-law. The family affair runs deep as Les Petite Canailles translates to English as "The Little Rascals," in reference to Julien and Courtney's 3 children (fun fact is there are 3 monkey fixtures around the restaurant too). We were quite when we visited as Julien himself was running around as the sommelier for the evening. His recommendation of an off-menu Marsannay was fantastic and paired very well with our dishes. We ordered the scallops and hangar steak for our entree with the signature mashed potatoes as a side. They were both very delicious and had such great flavor profiles. The scallops were the opposite of rubbery, juicy and hearty. The steak was cooked to a medium-rare and was delectable and tender. The mashed potatoes are prepared in the same way as Joel Robuchon's. They are fantastic with a perfect balance of buttery and creamy while not being overpowering. For dessert, we couldn't say no to their creme brulee. I have to say that it's probably the best creme brulee I've had so far. Such a decadent vanilla flavor with a perfect Maillard reaction on top. Les Petite Canailles is one of those restaurants for us. One that we have to make sure we visit when we're in the area. I'm already looking forward to the next time we visit!

Can I give six stars? Les Petites Canailles is a small French bistro in the heart of Paso's downtown district. We found this place via the Michelin guidebook, and while it isn't rated yet, I have a feeling it will be soon. The ambiance is casual and lively, with bar seating along the wall of the spacious dining room. A large elevated wine cellar stretches to the ceiling next to the kitchen's pass. The friendly staff greeted us and seated us promptly at our reservation time. We came to LPC for the food, and they have a menu option called "Trust us," which is a surprise five-course prix fixe menu assembled by the chef's inspiration. A wine pairing is also available to accompany each of the 5-courses, carefully curated by Alex, the restaurant's sommelier. Our expectations were high. We were not disappointed. I won't spoil the surprise (I'm not sure how often they rotate the menu), but suffice it to say we were wowed. Each dish was creative, adventurous, delicious. And the wine - Let me say this: If you're adventurous enough to trust the chef, don't go halfway. Every course was divine, but the wine pairing elevated the food to another level entirely. Please, Trust the chef. At the end of the night, dessert was served, along with a little Happy Birthday surprise for my wife. We had a late reservation, and as we were one of the two or three groups left in the restaurant, she got a little sound-and-light-show courtesy of the staff - 50 Cent's "In da Club" (Go shawty - it's your birthday) with a light switch rave to boot. We thought it was hysterical. All around fun night - food, drink, atmosphere - it all hit just right. If you find yourself in Paso Robles and are looking for a casual yet elevated dining experience, I hope you'll try LPC. We will definitely be back.

My partner and I came here for our anniversary and tried the Chef's choice dinner alongside the wine pairing. Reservation was pretty busy so we booked for the bar right next to the kitchen. I thought it was going to be less romantic but it was actually pretty nice and allotted us with a lot of conversation from the staff that passed by. The food was so delicious and well thought-out. We had an AMAZING mushroom dish that we just had to ask about (locally sourced from Mighty Cap). The sommelier was also very sweet and informative. Overall wonderful service. I would definitely come back!

My husband and I have been wanting to eat at Les Petites Canailles for a while. We finally got a reservation for the Father's Day weekend. It was one of the best meals we had in a very very long time!! My husband and I both went for I the chef's tasting menu. My husband also added the wine pairing. Each dish was beautifully crafted and with such unique flavor that I literally wanted to lick every plate clean!! In addition to the wonderful food, the service was impeccable. The wine pairing was outstanding. Each glass of wine complimented each course thoroughly. The sommelier, Dayton and Alex were both so knowledgeable and pleasant. Our waiter, Eric was so welcoming. All the staff that we've come in contact was very friendly. We'll definitely return for the amazing dining experience at LPC the next time we visit Paso Robles!

This was probably the best meal I had in 2023. I'm so glad we were able to get a reservation for my birthday. The ambiance is truly perfect, small enough to feel intimate but still spacious enough you're not sitting on the neighboring table diner's laps. I had to do the 'Trust Us' tasting with the wine pairing. Each course was perfectly paired with the wine and did not disappoint. The flavors were so fresh and amazing and the plating was top-notch. The chef even came over to wish me a Happy Birthday. Truly an amazing experience!

Wow. One of my favorite meals of 2023!!! This place is fantastic and definitely deserves its Michelin. My fiancé came and I came to Paso for wine tasting and made a reservation at les petitioned canailles many weeks in advance and were very glad we did. The restaurant was booked up in the days leading up and was full but not cramped when we entered. The hosts were extremely friendly and greeted us with a decent sized wine menu and gave us many recommendations. We got the leeks a la plancha, steak tartare and burgundy risotto to begin with. The steak tartare was fresh and flavorful and the freshly toasted bread was a great addition. The leeks were highly reviewed but I thought they were rather bland, albeit beautiful to look at. The burgundy risotto was favorite of the appetizers. The creamy sauce was filled with cheesy favors which paired well with the garlicky escargot. Loved the bright green color and presentation of this dish as well. For mains we got the Criee du jour, or catch of the day. It was white fish which was cooked perfectly and very tender. The clam ragout that it was served with was so umami and flavorful. I got a white wine to pair with my dish and the experience was absolutely divine! Perfect date spot for paso. Will be coming back here and trying the "trust us" set menu.

My friend and I decided to have a special dinner while visiting Paso Robles. I treated myself to the 5 course TASTING MENU and Wine Pairing since my birthday was around the corner, and she ordered à la carte. Our server was excellent! She was very attentive, pleasant, and helpful. Honestly, even though I took pictures, I cannot remember what I had and they do not provide a menu with the Dégustation service. I enjoyed the flavors and pairing for each course, yet it was not remarkable or memorable. The evening started with a stern greeting from the hostess, who asked us, with a rude tone, to wait outside (it was cold) as we were 5 minutes earlier than our reservation time. The place had a pretentious vibe and was not friendly. I left feeling disappointed. I've been in several Michelin-rated restaurants and, in my humble opinion, Les Petites Canailles does not belong on their list. In summary, food was good and average compared to other Michelin rated French restaurants and the raving reviews I read. I will go back there again on my next visit from Chicago, but I will order off the menu as the other diner's entrees looked delicious.

My husband and daughter (6.5yrs) had an amazing dinner at LPC. It is the perfect blend of casual non-pretentious ambiance with high caliber quality food and wine. We started with the kampachi crudo with a blend of guava and pineapple - the tartness of the pineapple rounded out by the refreshing sweetness of guava. Delicious! Then we had the steak tartare - perfect light fine texture blended with capers, herbs- our daughter loved this (first time trying tartare). Lastly we had the sea bass special and the seasonal pasta (chanterelles!)- also delicious and well-executed. To finish, we had the apple tarte which was the perfect finish with a small shot glass of house made apple cider. We paired this with a delicious bottle of Benom Contrast- One of our best meals! Great service from our server and the sommelier- attentive, warm and friendly. Highly recommend and can't wait to return next time we're in Paso.

I am not sure 5 stars is enough!! Just such a special experience. We did the "trust us" tasting menu and it was spectacular. So many things I would have never ordered-yet tried and loved! So fun. Service is impeccable.

It was my first time staying the weekend in Paso Robles for a wine tasting adventure. My friend chose dinner reservations at Les Petites Canailles- truly a perfect choice for a Paso Robles newbie! We decided to be seated at the bar since it looked so inviting with the staff and other patrons clearly having a jovial time. A bottle of prosecco sounded like a good idea for our meal which was promptly delivered in an ice bucket and poured by our friendly bartender. I love the simple decor which brings character and compliments the vibrant atmosphere in here. The mirrors with various frames on one side of the restaurant, glass wine cellar and an Anthony Bourdain quote on the wall bring character to the simple interiors. As for the food, it's absolutely delectable, and I can always appreciate a place which serves dishes I've never tried before! Les Petites Canailles hit the mark on three things here. The seasonal persimmon salad with the burrata cheese had a nuance of fresh flavors. I could not pass up the tater tots with caviar although I was thinking: Is this fair to use caviar in this manner?? Either way, I love caviar, and this most interesting dish was nearly inhaled by us both. The leeks a la Plancha was also a new one for me. The herb vinaigrette, pine nuts and of course the way it was put together to be consumed oozed with delicious onion flavors. This is a dish I have to get again. The beef tartare was simple goodness as also the Caesar salad but with very fresh anchovies- not the super salty, oily variety. The ambiance here is somewhat trendy, casual and definitely upbeat. The food was so good and knowing the uniqueness of the dishes, I intend on dining here again!

Recently made our second visit, and it's been perfection both times. If I could give more than 5 stars, I definitely would! Julien & Courtney Asseo (head chef and owners) have created one of the best French dining experiences we've had the pleasure of partaking in. SERVICE: All of the staff we've interacted with have been fantastic. From the hostess to Kerby who waited on us this last visit, to Christina (our Sommelier), who recommended a bottle of 2018 Chateau La Rose Monturon Merlot, which we were told came from the Chef's uncle's vineyard/winery in France. I didn't think the price was too outrageous, and it paired perfectly with our entrèes. As of Sept. 2023, the corkage fee is $30/bottle with a 2 bottle max. However if you purchase a bottle, they will waive the corkage fee (i.e. bring 2 bottles, buy 2 bottles = fee waived). FOOD: The menu is on the small side, but well rounded, and evolves with the seasons. It includes a "Trust Us" selection, which is a nightly 5 course tasting menu based on Chef Julien's inspiration. If you go this route, it is required that the entire table participate. They also have a wine pairing for this selection for an additional fee. Everything we've tried has been amazing. Some examples of our experiences are the Poisson Cru, a Yellowtail Crudo with Jamon Iberico de Bellota, the Steak Tartare, a Spanish Octopus, a 30oz Pork Tomahawk with a potato purée and a side of Roasted Cremoni Mushrooms, the Iberico Pluma (pork), the Hanger au Poivre & Frites (steak & fries), and of course their homemade Crème Brûlèe. As far as I'm concerned, this is the best fine dining restaurant in Paso Robles, and we'll eat here every time we're in town. Obviously, I highly recommend!

I spent a weekend in Paso Robles with five of my best friends, and we had an amazing dinner at Les Petites Canailles our first night in town. We were celebrating both our precious time together and Esther A.'s birthday, and the restaurant met the occasion with warmth and abundance. I made an 8:30 Friday reservation just over a week in advance. We were a large party, so this required an email but was otherwise easy. The night of our dinner, LPC called at 6:30 to let me know that our table was open whenever we wanted it. Our group, which included four moms, cheered when we got this news, and we Ubered over and sat down for a more civilized 7:00 supper. The restaurant was cute and inviting, with a homey bistro atmosphere. We got a round table at the front of the dining room and settled in for a wonderful night. The service was chef's kiss exceptional, thanks to the efforts of a pregnant waiter and a giant sommelier (I think our waiter was Kerby, but I'm not sure I got the somm's name; anyway, if management is reading this, he's the guy who's like eight feet tall). Everyone we talked to was really friendly and helpful. We had some allergies in our party, and the staff took them seriously without acting put upon in the least. And speaking of chef's kiss, Chef Julien Asseo visited our table near the end of our meal. He was very personable, and we got to tell him how much we loved his restaurant. When in Paso Robles, one wants to drink wine, and the sommelier helped us out with some great recommendations. We ended up polishing off three bottles of local pinot noir, the last two they had of the Aequorea Seafarer and one of the Delmore Humboldt County. Both lovely wines, and reasonably priced. The food was absolutely delicious. We opted to order a la carte and dine family style, though I'm sure the tasting menu is an experience. We started a round of appetizers. Bread and butter weren't free, but they were good, Wayward levain rustic bread with Stepladder cultured butter. The steak tartare was superb, silky and flavorful, prime hanger steak with traditional condiments, confit egg yolk, and fresh horseradish. The LPCaesar was a stellar Caesar salad, with boquerones, rustic breadcrumbs, and preserved Meyer lemon. My favorite starter, though, might have been the leeks à la plancha, even with the omission of pine nuts (my friend's most critical allergy). The leeks were perfectly cooked, served with an herb vinaigrette and espelette pepper. The mains were all excellent, not a skip in the bunch. The moules frites Hortense were plump and tasty in a lick-the-bowl sauce, with spicy 'nduja, garlic confit, and fresh herbs. The steak au poivre was an impeccable "Black Opal" Australian wagyu hanger steak in a green peppercorn sauce, served with homemade frites. Doubling up on those frites was a good move. They were perfectly golden and crispy, great with the sauces or the house mayo. The seasonal pasta was a mushroom trombe, elegant trumpet-shaped curls of pasta with mushrooms and herbs in a rich, creamy sauce. The fish of the day was dry-aged striped sea bass, served with sunchoke and clam ragout, creamy nage, herb pastoral, and a bright, bursting sprinkle of trout roe. When our mains were cleared, our waiter surprised us by bringing a mousse au chocolat with a birthday candle, on the house. It was airy but lush and dense with Valrhona "Manjari" 64% dark chocolate, finished with crème Chantilly and chocolate pearls. We also ordered Mamoune's crème brûlée and the seasonal dessert. The crème brûlée was smooth and elegant with a delicate, crackling crust, made from a family recipe. The seasonal offering was a beautiful apple tart shaped like a rose, served with hazelnuts and a warm cider made with local apples. We had a blast at Les Petites Canailles. It was a highlight in an extremely fun weekend. I'd recommend this place to anyone looking for a special meal in Paso Robles, and I hope to go back next time I'm in town.

Very good food and service. It was a little loud for a place that has a tasting menu but that's alright. We will be back.

2/9/2023 Wife and I came here for our anniversary after a beautiful winery tour throughout Paso Robles. We made a reservation a week in advance and my wife was extremely excited to go here and have another great meal. -We arrived at 5 PM for our reservation and were seated promptly. There were no other customers in the ENTIRE restaurant. My wife and I had been drinking but were by no means overly intoxicated. We ordered the five course meal with a wine pairing. -The general manager Alex proceeded to come to our table and insultingly tell us he will not be offering the wine pairing to us. I asked him why, and he shrugged and said it "looks like you've been over served", when it was clear as day we were completely fine. I asked him exactly why he thought that we had been overserved, and he had no answer other than to shrug again. My wife and I were embarrassed and disgusted at the way we were treated by the restaurant and most of all by Alex. We ended up leaving and going to The Alchemists' Garden nearby for a lovely meal. I strongly recommend avoiding this place, and not enabling this pompous behavior. There are many classier restaurants in the area.

Great food great service. I had steak tartar and Cesar salad. All hit the spots. My Cabernet was yummy too.

Dinner was great. We loved the Terrine- one the best ones we ever had. I loved my beet salad and my husband enjoyed his scallops. My steak was perfect- cooked med rare and seared nicely on the outside. My husband loved his fish. We loved the pistachio financier. The wine selection by the glass is great - loved the Austin Hope and the dessert wine was good. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable. The vibe was lively and energetic but not too loud.

An extremely welcoming and friendly staff. We were about 10 minutes behind for our reservation but were still able to be seated. They answered all of our questions about the menu and also walked us through the chef tasting (vegetarian and non-vegetarian options that includes a wine pairing). We decided to order the Leeks Mussels Monkfish Side of seasonal vegetables (peas and carrots) Chocolate Mousse While we enjoyed the food, none of the plates stood out. The highlight of the night for us was the wine since we found an awesome Viognier (Alban Viognier, Central Coast, CA 2021).

Awesome awesome dinner! We had their signature roast chicken and their fish- both of which were cooked amazingly well. My dinner guests both were similarly impressed. The dessert (we got one of each on the menu- mousse, crème brûlée, and pear) were perfect. I have zero complaints about the food! Our server was also a gem. We brought our own wine because I surprisingly was not super impressed with their wine list when I'd looked online- they have an extensive selection to be sure, but it was hard to stomach the inflated prices for bottles i literally have at my house (example- paid 57$ for a bottle they have listed for $100), so just decided to opt for the corkage fee. I know restaurants always mark up their wine so it's just a small gripe. The only other detractor was the noise- it was LOUD and made it hard to have a conversation with my dinnermates. This is not unique to them though- so many restaurants nowadays just are insanely loud, but it doesn't mean I like it! All in all will 100% be back. The food was delicious and the detractors were so minor.

C'est magnifique! Are we in Aix-en-Provence or Paso Robles? So happy we chose this charming bistro while in town to celebrate my Husband's birthday. The ambiance, the service and the food were all exceptional! Thank you Allie for guiding us through the beautifully edited menu...You are a knowledgeable and professional gem! The Sommelier opened and presented our champagne split as though it were vintage Cristal. And the food...Where to begin? The Tarte Flambe, Crispy Sweetbreads and a sublime Striped Bass! To finish off our celebratory evening, Allie brought out a deep, dark Chocolate Mousse with candle...Très bien! All in all...A fabulous and memorable evening! We will definitely plan to return during our next visit. Highly recommended!

Had a fantastic meal at LPC. Enjoyed the chef's tasting "Trust us" menu + wine pairing and it was phenomenal! Great food, excellent pairings and attentive staff. Definitely a must-try place in downtown Paso and can easily be your fave date-night meal or enjoy a fun night with friends or loved ones. It was packed for a week night so make sure to have reservations. Parking is tough so Uber/Lyft it if you can, if you live around the area.

First timer for Paso Robles earlier this year and I fell in love with the entire area. My friends who are a little more seasoned when it comes to places to eat and drink chose this place, and I loved it! I was definitely outside my comfort zone, but it was a great experience. I got than hangar steak and it was delicious! We also got some boujee tots, a cesar salad, and this French wine that I can barely pronounce, so I'm not going to even try to spell it. Beware of the $55 tomahawk, it's pork! My buddy had a mental hiccup and did not realize this and we still laugh about it and make jokes regarding it. I was a good homie though and shared my hangar steak.

My first time dining here at the recommendation of one of my travel partners and also the choice of our birthday girl whose dinner we celebrated. There were 5 of us who ordered the Chef's Menu ($95/pp) without wine pairing ($65/pp additional if pairing was selected). Their website and the instructions when making reservations, the Chef's Menu is "RECOMMENDED" but not "REQUIRED" for the entire table; meaning, 1 of our table could order the Chef's Menu and the others could order off their menu. Or so we thought. The Chef's Menu is an all or none deal; so we all wound up with the Chef's Menu. We carried our own wine ($50 corkage/bottle, max 2 bottles per table). Staying focused on the chef's menu I will admit I was somewhat disappointed with the overall presentation and delivery of the courses. For one, there is no "written" menu (either on paper or I pad) for us to refer to. I thought this was unusual for an upscale restaurant not to have something for us to review. Rather, we had their "manager/sommelier" read the courses off his phone. Go figure. My second grievance was the delivery of courses were not in cadence so we really lost track of the courses. Oh, let me not forget the wine was uncorked and left on the window sill for us to serve ourselves. (pretty tacky I'd say; especially with a $60 corkage fee) last point, we were stuck in the corner at the entrance so each time the door opened we got the blast of outside cold and the yacking of people greeting each other (another tacky point). OK I'm off my soap box now and will try to focus on the positive and they are starting with our server Ryan tried so hard to make everything alright (1 of the 3 stars is for Ryan our waiter). The Chef's menu was okay; I have pictures but I can't really describe it other than it was a meal and it was tasty but not enough to write home about. Central in proximity in the heart of Paso Robles. French cuisine at its finest I guess. I will go back there again and next visit, I will order off the menu as the other diner's entrees looked delicious and I doubt the Chef's Menu impress me Fun Fact- Chef and Mistress related to Clos Solene and Benom somehow; part of the French Connection I'm told. I need to get back there to understand the root of this Connection.

LPC is by far our favorite dinner spot in Paso. The food, the wine list, the staff are absolutely second to none. Every time we leave the restaurant, we say that it can't possibly get any better and it's all downhill from here on... every time we come back, they manage to prove us wrong! This time we started with their home baked bread, butter and olives, LPC's version of the Caesar salad with anchovies. For our mains, we had the steak and the scallops with charred cabbage. We finished it off with the homemade crème brûlée. All choices were absolutely delicious. As silly as it sounds, we just dined there last night, but already can't wait to come back.

It isn't very often that you find secret menus at restaurants, and when you do-- secret menus aren't always the most creative. I've seen smash burgers at bars that were made with tenderloin... okay. Truffle oil and parmesan fries... cool. I have seen some pretty ridiculous things, and in all of the years that I have spent eating at these establishments, discovering these secret menus, nothing even remotely compares to that of Les Petite Canailles. Chef Julien Asseo may have concocted what is truly the most epic secret menu for his bar. Something he tells me he's had on that secret menu since it's inception-- the "Bougie Tots" is the local favorite. So what are the Bougie Tots? And yes, I'm gonna stop you right now and inform you that this entire review of the restaurant, which is beautiful, has wonderful service and incredible knowledge of wine-- with a chef at the helm, who cares deeply about his craft, is coming down to one thing... Caviar glittered tater tots on the bar menu. Yes, that's right, you heard me-- tater tots! America's staple snack. Sprinkled with a caviar that is local to Los Angeles, and decked to the nine in Chef Julien's house-made "Franch" dressing. He tells me it's ranch but with their French twist. I could drink this stuff by the gallon and I'm sure there are millions of 23-year-old college students who would feel the same. Please start packaging this. It could solve many of this planet's issues. This is truly one of the most delicious things I have ever eaten. There was a huge bowl of it too, which made me feel happy because I knew I would have leftovers. Unfortunately, those leftovers never made it home because we decided to commit in some serious foodie masochism and eat the @#$% out the rest of them until our stomachs nearly exploded.

Amazing service, lovely people and delicious food. Alex, Cristina and Allie were super awesome. Warm friendly, gracious people and not to mention the food by Chef Julian is out of this world. I come here anytime even if it is from all the way from NYC.

This place was sooooo good from start to finish. It took awhile to seat us even though they had reservations but they were super nice during the waiting process. My fiancé did a tasting menu and I just ordered a dish but everything tasted AMAZING and the quality was just fantastic. If we're ever in the area again we'll definitely be back. Such a relaxing atmosphere while delivering super high quality food!

We asked for French and we're advised to go to las Petites Canailles, we had a great time. Nice cozy area with a glass wine storage area in the center of the dining room. We had the venison special, bread and mashed potatoes. The meal was delicious and they have a large menu of fine wines! We will visit again soon.

Best restaurant in the area. Highly recommend you try it. Our party loved every bite!

I wish I could give this restaurant more than 5 stars. One of the best meals and service we have ever had. Came here with friends for my Birthday. Seated immediately and had water right away. Our waitress, Allie was so friendly and very professional. She was able to easily describe many of the food items to us. She made us feel so welcome. Started with Caviar that was pricey, but so worth it. My husband had the Hangar steak with a sauce that was unbelievably delicious. I had their pasta special with shrimp and crab. Our friends also had the pasta. The 2 bottles of Bordeaux wine we had went perfectly with our meals. The Wine Steward, Alex is a Sommelier and very knowledgeable about all their wines. He was a pleasure to talk to. We will definitely be coming back here. Almost forgot....my Birthday dessert was a fabulous chocolate mousse that we all shared. YUM!"

Absolutely make a reservation to dine here. Best meal that we had in Paso Robles. The staff is so friendly, it makes the experience that much better. We were almost going to cancel the reservation because there was 4 of us and we were going to be seated at the bar because the restaurant was completely booked. SO glad we kept the reservation! Everything we ordered was perfection. They even made the mussels without the chorizo since some of us are pescatarian. My fave-fave was the vegetable ravioli. So good!!! I was pleasantly surprised how much I liked the caviar tater tots. This meal was perfect. Loved all the wines we had here too. The pistachio pastry dessert was the best ending to the best meal in Paso. We'll be back!

We had a lovely time at Les Petit Canailles. The servers were quite energetic and entertaining. Food was delicious with the fish being my favorite of the night. Crispy skin but delicate and flakey.

Outstanding restaurant with a French influence. I had the fish of the day which was cooked perfectly in a delicious broth. Sides are separate. My favorite part of this restaurant, besides the monkeys climbing around the ceiling, are the sommeliers. They seem to be everywhere, and generously share their knowledge. It's a great experience.

Disappointment all around. I could not be more heartbroken with the customer service because I used to enjoy this place. My husband and I shared a few kisses at dinner and the server had the nerve to tell us he believed we were overserved when we were just having a little romantic moment, nothing crazy. We had a bit to drink prior, but were by no means drunk. Why is it a problem for a couple to show the smallest bit of affection of public? How appalling.

Everything is so delicious. French wine was superb! Tout est delicieux et super!!! Merci a tous!!

Following a gluten allergy diagnosis, we're revisiting some of our favorite places seeking gluten-free options. Les Petites Canailles soared tonight. The waitress knew about our gluten-free request from our reservation and was incredibly knowledgeable and compassionate while guiding us through the menu. We were pleasantly surprised by the number of options and that their fryer is naturally gluten free. We opted for the Caesar salad and leeks to start. The Caesar salad is excellent, even without the breadcrumbs. The leeks are life changing: perfectly cooked and topped with the most amazing herb concoction. The mussels with nduja were perfectly balanced and we devoured the fries. The lamb was a gorgeous, incredibly layered dish. It's the best lamb we've ever had at a restaurant.

Always a wonderful, fully French, experience. Lovely staff, food, wines and ambiance.

First time coming back since a lock down visit (outdoor dining) and was super excited to come back. Not sure if it was an off night but overall the food was disappointing. It was a super busy Saturday night and the service was definitely less attentive than last time. It is really hard to pass up caviar so we had to try the tots and overall it was a waste of caviar. The tot to caviar ratio was way off as the tots overpowered the caviar. My benchmark for steak tartare was the one we had last year and we were super excited to have it again however it was missing that pop in flavor. The highlight this visit was the lyonnaise salad and the pig ears were a great touch. The biggest let down was the waygu steak it was cooked perfectly but was quite chewy and not what I would expect from a prime cut of beef. Maybe try the 'trust the chef' menu next time?

Wowww what an amazing French restaurant highly recommended the ambiance was amazing the appetizers was delicious and for the main dish we had the fish stribass and for dessert the pistachio franancier who definitely coming back don't miss out on the place

What a great place for dinner! We liked it so much that we ate here twice during our visit to Paso Robles. The first night, we had the mussels with nduja sauce and frites, and the roasted monkfish. For dessert, we had the chocolate mousse. The second time, we had the beef cheek bourgignon and the special pasta with lardons and mussels in a sauce with kimchee. The pasta dish was really unusual and delicious. You could taste the garlic and a little heat, but not so strongly that you knew it was kimchee. We also had the chocolate mousse again. All the food is delicious and perfectly cooked. The service is also great. Our servers were Eric and Allie, and we got help from Christina and Alex in choosing wines. I admit that it's a little loud. But we enjoyed the fun and lively vibe. We would definitely eat here again.

Just an overall outstanding experience at this little bistro that is far too elegant and complex to be considered a bistro! Amazing menu: locally sourced and French inspired. Staff were all very knowledgeable and so eager to offer insight. Preparation was top notch and service to match. We were disappointed that only early reservations were available but in the end, it was terrific to have a chance to get acquainted before the evening rush started. We never felt hurried at all and had a terrific evening here at LPC. Cannot wait to return!!!

Impressive track record of high-quality beautiful and tasty little treats. You never need to stress or worry about a special order.

There is no other way to encapsulate our PERFECT experience than a 5/5 star review. Everything from the quaint and comfortable atmosphere to the impeccable service to the knowledgeable sommeliers to, of course, the menu, was incredible. We decided that we would "TRUST US" and get their signature off-menu 6 course meal with a wine pairing. We were delighted by each new dish and wine - every flavor was delectable but the 2 stand outs for me were the 3rd course crab cake and the 4th course confit prawn in squash curry reduction. Simply divine. Loved our waiter Eric who was friendly and helpful and provided us the perfect experience all around. People in Paso are so kind and generous, and that was never more apparent than at Les Petites Canailles!

We had the most amazing anniversary dinner at LPC - every bite of every dish was a revelation, but the service, the personal care and attention from every single person we interacted with, made an already exceptional evening truly a night to remember.

A highly recommended little French restaurant, tucked away in Downtown Paso Robles, Les Petites Canailles is a charming French Farm-to-Table bistro that specializes in highlighting Central Coast California ingredients. The restaurant is owned by renowned French Chef Jilien Asseo, and his wife, Courtney, who named the restaurant "Les Petites Canailles" which translates to English as "the little rascals," which represents their 3 children. The restaurant is relatively decent in size with a very cozy and intimate atmosphere, perfect for a date night or special occasion. Items to try: Tarte Flambé, Tarte Aux Champignons, Snake River Farm American Wagyu Ribeye with a Shallot White Wine Butter, Housemade Duckfat French Fries

Quick Summary First time coming back and was quite disappointed by the drop in food quality. The restaurant was busy and bustling. Gone were the days of outdoor dining and excellent food/service. Very expensive and pedestrian food. Really sad about the decline in quality after a year Food- 2 stars Bougie Tots- very mediocre. The tater tots were plain and topped with minimal caviar, creme fraise and chives. Truly a waste of caviar as the tater tots dominate most of the flavor profile (too much potato and very little caviar) Steak tartare- this was very good the first time we tried it, but was just ok this time Bread and butter- I'm surprised they actually served this. The bread was rock hard and cold. Hardly touched it after the first bite Lyonnaise salad- this was actually pretty good. Really enjoyed the pig ears as well American Wagyu- this was cooked well, but very disappointed by the meat quality. This was really chewy and was "choice" at best Truffle pasta- this was good but pretty standard Polenta- this was good but pretty standard Service- 5 stars Food service was paced well and they were very attentative. Bottom Line Used to love LPC when they first opened during the pandemic. But was very disappointed by the decline in food quality at our latest visit

Fabulous restaurant that I would highly recommend to others. The food and service is top notch. Our friends had read about it in some article and made the reservations for the four of us. I am so glad they did! We were greeted warmly and brought to our table early. The staff are all friendly, professional and knowledgeable, especially their soms. You can get great French white burgundy to Occidental to hundreds of other bottles that they carry. Now about the food, there was a special appetizer recommended by our server--some kind of organic tomato tart which had a blend of cheeses. My husband and friends enjoyed it while I passed since I don't like goat cheese. I had their Caesar salad which was excellent! Fresh anchovies and Meyer lemon were differentiators. For dinner, I ordered their IBERICO DE BELLOTA "PLUMA"--FRESH SWEET CORN POLENTA, BLISTERED SURFSIDE FARM SHISHITO PEPPERS, PIQUILLO AND CHORIZO PEPPER SAUCE. It is shouting out good! As in, I will always go back to that restaurant whenever I am in Paso Robles. Everyone at our table enjoyed their meals from black cod to mussels, special mashed potatoes side, to the pasta, cheese plate and dessert. Everything was delicious. Four thumbs up!

For tonight's visit we decided to go off menu for the "Trust Us" six-course meal created by the chef. We opted to be surprised as each plate came into the dining room. First, there was an amuse bouche, a puff pastry bite. Second came a local ingredient sourced salad with greens, sesame seeds, pecans and tiny zucchini blossoms. Then we were treated to a tomato tart with three cheeses that the waitress told us was her favorite. It was ours too! We learned the chef had composed it for his wife's birthday and it was such a success they added it for us diners. Romantic! Next came a swordfish steak a basil smear underneath and eggplant two ways. Since I wrote nothing down, my memory is sadly lacking in description! In fact, I forgot to mention the fresh oysters in lime and they were eye popping! Following the fish was squab with a fig compote and a duck confit taquito over toasted quinoa. Lastly, dessert; Earl Grey ice cream with yellow plums over a crumble and topped with a light caramel sauce. Unique gourmet dishes! I think the chef is on the fast track for his first Michelin star. I know he earned one in my book.

We had the tasting menu with wine pairing and it was amazing! Dishes were creative, but not overly fussy. Pairings were well matched, and pourings were generous. Service was excellent and charming/personal. Restaurant space was vibrant but not too loud. We loved it and would happily drive back from Los Angeles to eat here. It's a place that takes the food seriously, and knows that dining should be fun too.

Love LPC never disappoints. Food and service is impecable! And those mashed potatoes are out of this world.

Thinking of this restaurant, I'm still really upset and disappointed. My friend and I came to celebrate my birthday dinner, and for a fine dining experience, we were let down in every way. Maybe our expectations were too high? Originally I could only get bar seating, but asked if we could have a table as less than half the restaurant was filled at 6 PM. They let us know that we would have to be out by 8 which was fine with us. We started with their bread and butter plate and a half bottle of champagne. Our server was very friendly, but after our first course he was MIA. Others served us and explained the dishes. This was a big downfall, especially as he and the others saw my friend and I could not even eat half of our dishes. We did the 5 course tasting menu, not knowing what was on the list. The first dish, porchetta with an herb sauce. Incredibly oily, and we removed the layer of fat off of it. My friend and I got really sick to our stomachs until the next day and we think it was this dish. The fennel salad, we're both not a fan of fennel, so wasn't enjoyable to us. Their take on pasta carbonara, all you can taste was egg, my friend loves eggs, but she ate one bite. Very underseasoned. The wagyu hanger steak...seems like they can't mess this up right? It did not taste good and was way too rare. Their fries were good but also very very oily. McDonalds has way better fries. The dessert was just okay. Again, we expected our server or anyone to ask if things were okay, especially with our dishes that were nearly full being taken back. But not one peep. After we felt nauseous the entire night and had stomach issues all night, morning and afternoon. Such a waste of our time and money.