Brasserie Pascal Restaurant Review

327 Newport Center Dr. (San Miguel Dr.) Send to Phone

949-640-2700 | Make Restaurant Reservations | Menu

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French brasserie has irresistible Parisian charm and some of the best classic French dishes in OC.

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Brasserie Pascal offers "Meal Deals"---all day, every day---for $10, $15 and $20.

Cuisine

Open

Lunch & Dinner daily, Brunch Sun.

Features

Romantic setting
Private room(s)
Full bar
Reservations suggested
Parking lot
Resort casual

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Dining room at Brasserie Pascal, Newport Beach, CA

Chef Pascal Olhats (Tradition by Pascal, CafÃ© Jardin) took over David Wilhelmâ€™s former French 75 (and CafÃ© Rouge) space in Fashion Island to create a fine French brasserie. The fin de siÃ¨cle interior has been lightened up just a bit, giving this space even more irresistible Parisian charm with its cherry-wood moldings, tulip lights, red leather banquettes and art nouveau posters. Chef Olhatsâ€™s menu is reflective of brasseries all over France, which serve a good variety of classic dishes at reasonable prices. Some start with hot and cold seafood dishes such as mussels, crevettes ProvenÃ§al, oysters, crab legs and shrimp cassolette. Or, try the escargots, foie gras, saucisson Lyonnais or beef marrow. The French onion soup is also a good choice with its dark brown broth and melted GruyÃ¨re. As for mains, there are some lighter dishes (warm quiche Lorraine, chicken crÃªpes, a country-style omelet) and more robust choices (beef bourguignon, coq au vin, traditional cassoulet bean stew with sausage, pork and duck confit). Four kinds of steaks can be ordered here such as steak frites, and the onglet aux Ã©chalotes (hanger steak with green beans, potato gratin and shallot sauce). Desserts are just as well-crafted, like the fluffy and creamy Callebaut chocolate soufflÃ©, a tangy tarte Tatin and seasonal berries with crÃ¨me de cassis and sorbet. The wine list has been artfully chosen and features mostly excellent French varietals, but also some very good Napa and Sonoma selections.

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The Brasserie - A French Restaurant for Everyone by CK_FoodCritic on 04/05/2011

In every way the Brasserie is a superior choice to its sister restaurant Tradition by Pascal. The Brasserie offers great food at a great price. The absolute standout entree here is the Coq au Vin. French Onion soup is competitive here and can often be had with the three course menu. The restaurant is a fun and easy place to have some great french fare. Flavors are bold and simple. Surprisingly this restaurant is very affordable especially for being in such a rich location. I have taken advantage of the three course offerings several times and I was never disappointed. The restaurant is indicative of French Brasseries as a comforting place to have great classic, french dishes all for an affordable price. If one is in the mood for a drink then this is also a good choice. The wine list features great french and california wines perfect for any dinner course.

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