Petit Trois Reviews

We turned up just before 6 and had a 15 min wait. We ordered the pate, Big Mec and the onion soup which was all delicious. The soup was excellent and extremely filling. The chicken liver mousse was divine and the burger was unusual and very tasty. It is on the expensive side but worth it.

If you live for cheese, this is the place for you. Okay cheese and some other goodies. A must have is the croque monsieur, so divine, so cheesy, just perfect, and after you have half of it, you are full, but you have to stuff the rest into your tummy. The baguette is so good that I always joke I will go there one day just for bread and butter, specially made for them by a lady, and you can buy them for $6 each. The burger, escargot, steak, everything is amazing and all prepared in front of you. My one tip, if you can't or shouldn't have so much salt, you need to make it clear to them. We get all our food with no salt as we just have a low tolerance for it and everything is delicious. But please note that French cooking on its own is super salty, just watch out for it. TIp #2, if you go before 7pm then chances are that there is a seat waiting for you, but after that time, you can wait 30 minutes or so. Earlier is better!

Petit Trois was on our list of places to eat in Los Angeles. We liked it so much the first time, we returned the night before we left. The restaurant serves up great food and pleasant, friendly service in a tiny spot. We went early on Mondays and did not have to wait for a spot to eat. There are seats along the wall and seats at the bar, so this is a place best for two people having dinner. If you are lucky enough to sit at the bar you get to see dinner cooked. I loved it. Between the two nights, we had frisée salad, pate, gnocchi, lamb meatballs, croque madame, the Big Mec burger and a strawberry and cream dessert. All fabulous. We love wine. And we knew Petit Trois’s sister restaurant next door, Trois Mec, had a larger wine list. They let us order from it and it just added to a great experience. Don’t miss this food. Go early in the week and early in the evening to grab a seat and enjoy.

I'm so elated to have been able to dine at Petit Trois. We started out with the ham & cheese plate and the beet salad. Both were excellentI The cheeses were well-selected and the hams complemented the cheeses wonderfully. The beet salad was unique and good although it wasn't that memorable for me. For our entrees, we had steak frites and the croque madame with mornay sauce that was ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! I'm looking at the menu again now and should have asked for extra sauce (extra charge, FYI). I chose the pepper sauce for the steak - the size of which was dismal (<8 oz) and the sauce had untempered saltiness. The fries were dry and resembled fries from steak&shake. Of note was the quality of the cocktails! Very nicely done! The decor of the restaurant was very french (duh) and was surprising given its location in a strip mall. The atmosphere was cozy, chic, and the service was very personal - resembling the great craft restaurants of foodie cities of SanFran, Chicago, and NYC, making you feel like you've stumbled upon a well-kept secret in the middle of glamorous LA. I like restaurants that celebrate food - how it's made, who makes it, and the magic that goes on in the kitchen way before food even arrives. This is the feeling that I got when I dined at Petit Trois. Thus, there's little wonder why the restaurant got a James Beard nomination. The atmosphere in the restaurant is elegant without being pretentious, the food is pretty good, and the service is great. I would definitely eat here again and I'm looking forward to the great things that I believe this restaurant will accomplish.

Went here on Bastille Day for lunch. Great food. The frisee lardon salad and steak tartare were very good. The tartine aux lardons was just okay. Overall the food was good and recommended. The seating spaces are small, so be prepared to be close to the person(s) sitting next to you.

Traditional French foo, with a great atmosphere. It's fun to sit at the counter. Had the steak tartare, which was excellent.

So my husband and I saw this place on Food Network and wanted to check it out. It was supposed to be "hidden" and "quaint". But then we got there.... The "hidden" was no longer applicable as there is now a sign where it once had an old Thai Restaurant / Pizza place combo and quaint didn't describe the room with rap music and crowded shotgun style seating. The food... My husband got the lamb sandwich ($16). Two thin sausage links on the same bread they served us with butter pre-meal. It was gamey and uninspired. I got the $10 cheese fries. Tasty, sure, but not for $10. All in all, a letdown to say the least.

This restaurant is a disappointment, especially after all the hype. The wines are second tier, with a very limited selection by the glass. We asked for the "wine list" and were brought back the menus, so I guess there is not separate list to buy wines by the bottle. This is an example of why Petit Trois is a disappointment. Other reviewers have commented on the "amazingly" well-stocked bar. But not well-stocked with wines? Odd, to say the least. The restaurant is too loud for my taste, but I get that loud is the trend with successful eateries these days. The food is just okay, more like excellent French home-cooking. The avocado tartine is a tasty piece of toast with a meh! spread of mashed avocado. The green bean salad with strawberries and some cheese crumbles is so overdressed, it's hard to believe you're in a French restaurant. One of the things I most love about French restaurants is that they NEVER over dress salads. This one does. Several egg dishes were tasty enough, but just that - tasty, the way good home cooks prepare food. The really big disappointment is the steak frites. The six-ounce filet is a decent size for an adult, but either it is too small to sear and still keep it medium rare, or no one in the kitchen gets that a steak should not be "sift" to the touch. It should have a nice sear on the outside, even if the diner wants it rare (which is the way I asked for it, but got medium rare anyway). The fries were okay, not great. The apple tarte is bland and "apple-less." The ice cream was good, though. I'll go back and give it one more try, but so far, Petit Trois does not live up to the hype. It didn't help that the waiter was openly contemptuous of our party of three very smartly dressed women (one prominent attorney, one psychoanalyst, and a hospital director), referring to us as "high maintenance" when we asked for a knife.

Lovely bistro-type eatery...totally enjoyed lunch here with excellent service, terrific trout meunière (salmon trout) with enough butter and almonds to kill, but nonetheless excellent and perfectly prepared, with crisp outside and soft inside...nice baguette, coffee rather blah, but otherwise a good find!

The food at this place is just amazing. Starting with the simple items, like the bread, coffee, and butter lettuce salad all the way to the "real" French dishes and desserts, such as chocolate mousse. I often visit this place simply because of the food. Usually I am lucky to find an empty table right away. However, at night it is common for the guests to have to wait for a table. At noon there isn't such a large crowd, so I prefer that time or in the morning (nothing better than having an omelet for breakfast).

Love the Big Mec burger. So rich in flavor, juicy, on a brioche bun, and wonderful texture. Warning! It may be too rich for some people. As of this review it is my 2nd favorite burger of all time. Frites (aka fries) are excellent if you like thin crispy fries. Recommended with the cheese sauce. Super small location and does not take reservations. Unlike the parent restaurant, Trois Mec which only takes reservations. Ideal times to go is during the weekday either first seating or near closing.

From start to finish......Very knowledgable staff ... True French gastronomy in Melrose.... Great place for a cozy intimate meal... The Duck and steak tartare best in show.... Don't miss the chocolate mousse.....

We went for dinner on a Sunday evening and despite being advised of a 30 minute wait, we were seated at the bar over looking the kitchen in less than 10. It's a tiny space and this adds to a buzzy atmosphere. The staff are friendly and casual and we very much enjoyed all the interactions. The menu is short and the food qualifies as classic French bistro style. Everything was executed perfectly and the quality of ingredients used made this dinner feel like a treat. The filet and fries were excellent and a real standout. Highly recommended.

Small,Cosy,but stylish. I had a burger and man,was is the best burger I ever had. My wife had the omelette,which was magical both in texture and flavor. Pricy place,but absolutely worth it. Friendly staff,great music,awesome selection of beverages. Only the valet parking with 7 $ was a bummer.

Incredible dinning experience! My family went for brunch and did not have reservations. The front desk staff was so nice! She requested we sit at the bar and she would try to see what she could do. We went to the bar and had the best service I have ever had in a bar associated with a dinning establishment. Although the bar was crowded, the staff treated us like we were the only ones there! We had fabulous cocktails and fun. We were seated at a table within 30 minutes and so pleased we got to stay for food - which was exceptional. Again the staff was professional and friendly. You don't see that often enough. I highly recommend getting reservations and you will not be disappointed!

Had the burger minus foie gras since it's now illegal. So it wasn't quite as opulent or tasty but still very good. Shoestring fries ok but I like a thicker french fry. Escargots were very good. Chocolate mouse delicious!

Dishes are not sophisticated but they are tasty and have good combinations of crepes and vegetables. The service is quick and attentive.

Brilliant place, a real mix of locals and tourists, excellent staff who know how to make you feel at home and superb food, which you can watch the experts make right in front of you. The type of place where you can soak up the atmosphere over well made cocktails, chat to your neighbour if you would like to, eat well and leave very happy. If this was in my local neighbourhood I would be there all the time!

I had read about Petit Trois in Bon Appetit magazine (one of the 10 best new restaurants). It was amazing. No reservations; go early and be assured that it's worth the wait. Have a drink from the imaginative menu while you wait. The escargots were to die for, the omelette was perfect, the dessert spectacular. Go.

Great food and fast service! Loved every bite. Try as much as you can. The only thing that really upset me was there is absolutely no reason to put a great popular restaurant in such a small space. There are plenty of restaurant spaces in LA and this one is completely unnecessary for this type of restaurant. I heard the location in Ventura is a little more comfortable so maybe I will try that One next time.

This is a jewel in the middle of Hollywood with 20 seats and food coming out of a kitchen that would be great anywhere in the world. I love this restaurant and is normally my first stop when the LA area.

Prepare to be wowed! Hands down the best omelette I've ever eaten! A simple but delicious homage to the French creation. If you are equating this with the "omelette" you get at the plethora of restaurants in this town, forget it. Butter, baby, and lots of it with fromage and a nice boston lettuce salad on the side. And, wait for it ... the warm bread with the heavenly salted French butter. Escargot? Oui, oui, oui! Again, done to perfection with a sauce that is begging to be sopped up with bread! The pommes fritte are hot and crispy, as they should be. You might try the specials but these are my go-to dishes. You might have a hard time finding this joint. It is behind the gas station on the corner of Melrose and Highland. It's in a strip mall with a donut shop and a pizza sign. There is valet parking but you can usually find a spot on the street. Oh, no cash accepted and 18% service is included. Tiny gem that packs a punch!

Actually insulting to French meal service (I wouldn't even call it 'cuisine'). Polite service in a highly uncomfortable place: had to squeeze for restocking while eating mediocre food. Were told they ran out of wine and had to wait for next delivery. Don't waste your money!

Tucked into a strip mall, this tiny restaurant took me back to Paris! Ah, steak frites! Ah, endive salad, oh fried chicken, umm delicious wines. What more to say?

First off, the food is a five, the room is barstools facing the wall or the kitchen...hence the four overall. BUT, let's get to the food...The Burger, excellent meat, extremely tasty, however I felt the "dark" sauce was a bit overbearing. Steak Frites, just plain excellent. Crab Cake, I really found it a bit sour, but my wife said "best she ever had". Cocktails were masterful and perfectly crafted. Dessert was the Paris Brest, and WOW is the only word to come to mind. Really enjoyed the meal, just not the seating...and the pricing is a bit over the top, it is a burger after all...HOWEVER, we will go again as we NEED to try the omelette!!

Wow, Petit Trois. You've done it. I have visited France several times, including the Burgundy region, and I've often said that you just can't find food like that here in the States. After a visit to Petit Trois, you will know that's not true. Chef Ludo Lefebvre is a proud son of Burgundy, though, so this makes sense. The place is small and does not accept bookings, so you will likely wait for a table. On a Thursday night around 8:00, my wife and I waited around 45 minutes, which is not bad, and the front of house staff could not have been nicer. Chef Ludo was there, too, and was very gracious, chatting with people and taking photos. Oh yeah, the food! It's brilliant. Simple, French classics like escargot, croque-monsiuer, omelette, you get the idea. This is not haute cuisine. A meal for two will probably cost you around $100, with wine, which is incredible. The bread! I can't say enough good things about the bread. Again, I haven't had a baguette like that since France. A few people have complained about the gratuity fee, but I think it's a good thing that they make you aware of it so you don't accidentally tip on top of the added 18% if you don't want to (and you should), but really, who is not tipping 20% or more these days? With service this good, you will want to.

We got there about 5 pm on a Monday, were seated right away. (last time we tried to get in there was an hour wait (no reservations taken)so we chose not to wait. The food was excellent, what we ordered was very rich so we missed the Chocolate mousse desert....too full. A bonus..Chef Ludo was there and we got to say hello!. It is a small place with a marble bar facing the line cooks and the chef de cuisine, another bar with a mirror wall lines the other side of the room. We started with the escargot, eating "family style", moved on to the soup of the day which was an excelled Kambucha squash soup with Julianned potato and apple and chunks of fois gras...yum, yum, yum.. we also ordered the french onion soup, delicious and very rich with so much cheese...we shared both soups. For our "main course" we ordered the Croque Madam which we barely finished. By the time we left there was a line out the door waiting to get in. Can't wait to go back and order a lighter menu so we can make it to desert!

Sherman Oaks at Ventura Blvd and Woodman the old Tiramisu, beautifully renovated, Just opened in May - reservations a must or walk in before 6 PM or after 8 PM. Really great energy and electric buzz for this new local Bistro. Eat at the bar or the open kitchen has bar style seating for 6. Food was outstanding and very French bistro - Onion soup the best in L A ( share for 2 ok ), mussels were piled high with pomme frites and oops garlic and parsley, beets salad super tasty with goat cheese. The $25 hamburger was really good (no fries just the burger) and the trout amandine was my favorite. The menu is limited French bistro and not for kids - We shared a soufflé for dessert and it actually freshly made and elegant. French wines & reasonable priced with nice pour. The opening service was perfect, knowledgeable & tables are comfortably spread apart. No negatives- Petit Trois will be here a very long time. Price per person with 2 glasses of wine was $65 -$70 including 18% automatic gratuity and tax. Locals will have to get used to seeing automatic service charge - Leave a few dollars extra in cash. Parking on the street saves $8 valet. Must GO

My wife, son and I went for lunch before a Dodger game and wanted to try the highly acclaimed burger. The burger was a bit disappointing. The double patties were cooked perfectly but I felt the bordelaise sauce overpowered the taste of the burger. However my wife had the omelet and it was the best we ever tasted. French onion soup was also a winner! Service was casual and fun. Overall a bit of hit and miss!

Delicious food , very produce oriented. Steak tartare with crunchy echelons, sole meuniere that tasted like good fish should do , leeks with crunchy breadcrumb vinaigrette,endive salad perfection Very nice and very professional staff too . I like it that the room is tiny and you have to sit on stools....makes it more special . will be back for sure

Tight but cozy fit, food was fine but small portions, definitely not filling for a hungry man with a decent appetite. 20 minute wait for our group of five, but overall the service was good.

This is a tiny, tiny space. No tables, just two counters with seating. It's very French and a small menu. The hamburger which they've cleverly named the Big Mec, is unbelievably good. Top grade beef and an au jus sauce (burgundy, maybe?) is fantastic. The fries are uber crisp and seasoned perfectly. I could not stop eating until every morsel was gone. Loved it!

Worth the wait, worth the price, worth the trip. Eat here if you can. It's tiny, and there are no tables, just two bars - one that faces the kitchen and one that faces the wall. But the food is great. We had the steak tartare, the chicken, the cheese fries, but the most amazing item on the menu is the Big Mec - an incredible hamburger. At. French restaurant? Yep. And we didn't feel guilty for one second ordering it.

Crazy nice small place in LA, totally recommended for burger(and somebody elses onion soup looked mindblowing)

This was our first visit to this charming restaurant, and we were delighted with the food. We ordered the escargots, pate, and crab cakes for starters. All of which were excellent. We were told by our server that if we wanted to have an entree we had to order it along with our starters. I found this strange, as we weren’t sure if we wanted to order an entree after all these starters. So we ordered the beef tenderloin with fries, which was fantastic. We were so full after all this food and indulging in their fresh bread that we did not have room for dessert! I highly recommend this place. Service could be better!

Superb, superb, superb. We went for a mid afternoon Sunday lunch. There was no wait and we sat at the counter facing the hard working chefs. Two of the partner chefs were there with their families, on enjoying lunch also and the other supervising the action until his wife and small children arrived. The third was busy cooking. We ordered the salmon rillette which was excellent, the fries which were delicious and an omelette and the chicken leg. The omelette was the best I have ever had anytime anywhere! The chicken leg is wonderful. Our friends ordered the escargot. Dessert was flourless chocolate cake and a Napolean. The Napolean was the finest I have ever eaten and I am normally not a fan of pastry and cream! This was all just so delicious that I can't wait to return.

Pseudo French, very bad service, gimmick on your check regarding tips. It just doesn't work. Cramped up in a mall. Supposedly trendy but we eat everywhere here and overseas and this place is far from it.

Answer is here! It's a very small place and they only have bar stools. You can't reserve your seats and maybe you have to wait at least 30 mins for your seat. But all dishes are PERFECT. They serve amazing dished. We got the French Onion Soup, Escargot, Omelette, Mussels - OMG, Everything are so simple but perfectly cooked. Highly recommended this small but great place.

No phone number, No reservation. Walk-in only. No cash. Credit Card only. Automatic 18% gratuity. Petit Trois is the casual version of Trois Mec. It's still ran by Chef Ludo, Chef Vinny, and Chef Jon but it's Ludo that pretty much run the show. The restaurant is small for LA standards but pretty much the norm for Europeans. It's very intimate, a few bar stools and chairs. It can get packed during the weekday but luckily for us, they just started weekend service from 12pm-11pm. We arrived at 2pm for a late lunch and we had the place all to ourselves. Bread and butter arrived almost immediately after we ordered. The warm baguette was crunchy and flaky on the outside and pillowly soft on the inside. The salted butter was room temperature which easily made it's way to the baguette. Both very good. Steak Tartare. One of the best rendition I've tasted. It was creamy and tangy. The beef itself was very smooth and silky while the tang comes from finely diced pickles that balances out the beef's earthiness. Burgundy Escargot. 6 big and fat pieces of Escargot, the meat itself had a nice texture, very tender. The garlic parsley butter was great on the baguette. I suggest using the baguette to mop up the melted butter and bits of the garlic & parsley. Wonderfully rich. Steak Frites. Nice piece of rump steak which was surprisingly as tender as a ribeye from Mastro's. This is a classic, cooked medium rare and topped with peppercorn sauce. The frites are thin like *gasp* Mcdonald's, double blanched, fried low heat first then high heat, perfect fries. Omelette. This is probably the prettiest omelette I've ever seen in my life. It's prepared so simple. In the middle? a very generous portion of boursin cheese. So pretty that you don't want to eat it. Comes with a side of salad. Croque Monsieur. The best in LA hands down. It's mindblowingly good. Who would've thought adding mashed potatoes and cheese on the top of the sandwich then broiling it for 30 seconds would make it so damn good. I can't explain further. Just go out and try it. Chocolate cake. A straight forward cake with caramel sauce and very light whipped cream. Typically, this is a very good dessert but after eating the Valhrona cake from Bestia the night before, this cake is pretty much ruined. We did enjoy this cake though. Napoleon. Layers of flaky puffed pastries sandwiching layers of vanilla cream. This was the weakest dish of the day. I'd skip it and save your $10.

I've been here twice now and it's 2 for 2. We shared the Big Mec, omelette, escargot and fries. We loved each of them. This place is small, only seating 25 or so. So go early or plan on waiting a bit. Seat at the bar are coveted as you get to watch the chefs in action.

Our family of 4 visited the new location on Ventura Blvd around 11:30 am for brunch . We didn’t have reservations but were happy to sit at the bar and were able to get seats right away. Danny took great care of us! It was recommended by a friend who said we MUST eat Petit Trois if visiting LA. The architecture & decor was absolutely gorgeous. All 4 of us choose different entrees & they all were beautifully presented & delicious!

They did not disappoint me. We ordered petit trois omelette, vodka pasta & french toast. All dishes were simple yet made our taste pallet to satisfy. Our waiter were so friendly & attentive. I will definitely come back to this place.

When you pull into the strip mall with the Yum Yum Donuts and a blaring pizza sign, you will have no idea you're about to be transported to a tiny Parisian bistro and the best classic french food in LA. Petit Trois is the false-front to Ludo Lefebvre's already famous Trois Mec, located through a small door in the back. But let's stick with Petit Trois--a narrow, 20-odd seat room with marble and wood counters to sit at and a busy kitchen to entertain you. Sit at the counter facing the kitchen and learn how to make a proper omelet not 5 feet away. Listen, when a simple baguette and butter arrives and induces your eyes to roll back, you know something special is about to begin. I was disappointed to hear there was no bouillabaisse that day--cassoulet had replaced it on the menu. And who was the lucky guy? It was one of the greatest meals of my life, perfect in every way--simmered for 2 days with veal stock, duck confit, veal, sausage, ham, the perfect accent of rosemary and the most tender white beans you will ever eat. "It's a labor of love," said our chef. I almost passed out. The aforementioned omelet is without peer. Deserts are all first rate. The folks at the bar and behind the stoves are wonderfully accessible, taking requests for David Bowie songs on the night following his passing. Yes the drinks are overpriced--a glass of Chablis for $20? And the snails didn't wow us, but who cares! This is a special, intimate dining experience for those who appreciate french comfort food and a fascination on how to cook it.

I wish I could rate Petit Trois higher. Andrew Zimmern featured Petit Trois in his season 8 of Delicious Destinations. He's on target about how great this is. I had the omelette. I thought I had died and gone to omelette heaven made by omelette angels. Truthfully. This was the best omelette served with the best salad I've ever had. I cannot imagine where they get the eggs and cheese to make this masterpiece. Wonderful. My daughter had the Confit-Fried Chicken Leg. Wow. Perfect. We started with Burgandy Escargots. Seriously folks - this is what escargot should taste like and more than that - this is how well cooked they need to be. Nothing tough and nothing bad about them - all good! The bread was awesome - I needed to ask for more. We ended with rice pudding. Ah man, I feel bad writing this - but it was wonderful. Look. Parking is rough anywhere in LA. This is no exception. This place is small. It's worth it though. We sat at the counter and watched our chefs make and plate our lunch. They are masterful. I told them I love watching them because they put so much care into everything - they responded that they love their jobs. It shows. Our waitress was attentive and caring. I can't find anything wrong with Petit Trois. I hope to be back soon and often.

We just finished one of the most spectacular lunches we've ever had. No, it wasn't on Paris or Copenhagen or London, but right here in an unassuming little spot in Hollywood. Yes, we'd read the glowing reviews, but nothing prepared us for the perfection of our lunch. We started with chanterelles on a toasted tartine, the epitome of an elegant appetizer. My husband chose the croque madame, which was a masterful blend of perfect grilled toast topped with ham, mornay sauce and a fried egg. Words cannot describe the beauty of this dish, worthy of a magazine cover. I opted for the mussels mariniere which were cooked in a perfectly balanced broth of white wine, creme fraiche, garlic and herbs. The dish came with a generous serving of their famous frites. Once again, the most discerning food critic would have nothing but praise for this splendid food. But be advised: the food is rich and the portions are generous, so come hungry, and be prepared for one of the best meals in Southern California.

You are going to drive passed this place at least twice before you find it and that is with GPS. It is in a crappy strip center and they did not even bother to take the Tai sign down from above the restaurant. Then it will emerge as a tiny mirage. You step into a marble lunch counter and a small, but beautiful kitchen. We went in the mid-afternoon and there were 6 customers there. All of the staff works their tails off in this place even when it is slow. They interact with the customers and share knowledge if they see you have an interest. We had escargot, the chicken leg and a Napoleon. All of the food was incredible, but the chicken was the best I have ever eaten. Why would I order chicken? I normally do not, but so many reviews said to try it and I did. It was INCREDIBLE!!!! I asked Chef Ryan (I wish they all had their names on their jacket so I could mention them all) how it was prepared and he turned from Chef to teacher walking us through the preparation. It was some of the best service and food I have experienced. The only con is that the glass of wine is quite expensive. It is good, but a little high for what you get. I could have sat there all day watching them work. Maybe that is why the wine is high, so I will leave ;-)

This place is miniscule. 8 seats, I mean stools, that face the kitchen or cooking area, and not more than 10-12 opposite, facing the wall, which is mirrored, with a shelf to hold your plates. We were "fortunate" to get a counter space facing the cooks. I felt squashed between two men. The service was very friendly but I felt rushed, Head banging music to keep out older folks. Only $8 valet parking in the evening as it is in a strip mall next to Yum Yum donuts. The food is VERY typical french except for the hamburger most men ordered,and very GOOD. 18% service charge is automatically added to your bill. Wait till they open up in a larger location. You can't go with more than another person. Because 4 stools opening up together would never happen Good luck!!

I felt right at home pulling up a chair with friends over lunch on a lazy afternoon. We had the Steak Frites, Omelette, and Basil Pasta. Wow, Wow, and Wow was what we all said after the first few bites! This was an unforgettable meal that was accompanied by a great atmosphere from staff. We will make this place a regular lunch spot when I'm back in town!

I live four blocks away and have been dying to try this place; but never go because they don't take reservations and I'm not big on waiting for a table. So went with two friends early (at 6:30) and sat right down for an incredible dinner. We had the salmon rillettes and steak tartare to start, Steak frites, sole meuniere, and chicken leg for dinner; and cocktails and wine. Everything was excellent (including the bar). We are definitely going back to try some of the other things on the menu. Please note that this is a very small restaurant with seats along a counter side by side so not appropriate for a group where you want to sit at a table and face each other. Perfect for couples or maybe groups of three people. This is a great spot for dinner. Unique and the food is incredible.

We knew we were going to be having a fairly early and copious dinner elsewhere, so we had to be somewhat abstemious here. Sitting at the counter and ogling the wonderful things coming off the line, that wasn't easy! I had the burgundy escargots, my companion had the steak tartare. Since we were visiting from out of state and not used to LA traffic, we were delighted to see subtle and interesting non-alcoholic beverage choices (ginger beer, limonade, etc). The bread and butter were exceptional, too.

I have not had drink or dish that did not amaze me. Get there super early so you don't have to wait in the line that is always there. The place is a tiny, authentic French Bistro.

This place is fantastic. Open from noon to 11pm. Petit Trois is always reliable and has the highest quality food. Delicious and the decor makes me feel like I'm on the left bank... So glad it is so close to me!

We arrived around 5:30 on Friday and were seated immediately. We shared pea tartine on toast. Very tasty and beautiful! I had the omelette which was sublime and came with a fresh butter lettuce side. My date had the Big Mec burger which was at the other end of the flavor spectrum-juicy and powerful!

Saw this place on PBS, and spotted while driving by, circled the block and had an amazing experience...Saturday afternoon, waited 35 minutes, with the best G&T in LA. Staff was very accommodating, friendly, repeat customers & the bread? Well, felt like I was back in the Montmartre, at my favorite bakery. I had the omelet & salad(delicious & perfect), husband had the burger and potato cake (still talking about it!). Perfect espresso afterward...will go again...soon!

the biggest problem with Petit Trois is that you can't get in, but if you can you must have the omelet that is so light, you need ghost busters to make sure it all gets where it should go and that is in your mouth. The steak, prepared "French" style, depending on the day you are there is simple and delicious, my favorite is with the garlic herb sauce that you must mop up with your pomme frites. Time it right, early or very late lunch, early (5:00PM dinner in order to get a seat, well worth the wait

After reading so much about Petit Trois, I forced myself to head over there to check it out. Look for the Yum Yum Doughnuts Sign-and also look for street parking. Theres only 22 seats and we were lucky enough to get kitchen counter seating. Quite an experience and worth every penny.

DELICIOUS BREAKFAST/BRUNCH WITH FAMILY! MUST DO ON OUR NEXT VIST TO LA. WE'LL BE REGULARS! Thank You! for a Wonderful meal with family at your very charming French restaurant! Can not wait to get back to LA and visit you again! Petit dejeuner delicieux et superbes (FORGIVE MY FRENCH; IT'S BEEN YEARS SINCE COLLEGE & VISIT TO PARIS :-)!)

What an amazing meal we had here yesterday. We started with a share of steak tartare and endive salad as well an incredible loaf of bread and the most delicious butter. All were incredible. The endive salad is truly special. Then I just couldn’t resist trying the Big Mec, Petit Troiss burger. It was the most anaIng burger I’ve ever had. We had the sparkling rose as well and that was perfect. The staff were incredibly friendly and inviting, as were the other patrons sitting near us. Give yourself a wonderful gift when you go to LA and get yourself to Petit Trois.

Food and service was great. They only do outdoor seating during the pandemic which was a great alternative to what I hear was a tight indoor bar-space-only. It was windy that day so menu and wine glasses threaten to take off with the wind. The food was really good. All our orders came out magnificent: French Onion soup, monk fish, fried chicken confit, rice pudding dessert. Highly recommended. Tip: eat quickly as the food cools fast being windy and outdoors.

Renowned Chef Ludo Lefebvre serves you perfect French food in Hollywood. Petit Trois is a very cool small counter top eatery. You are literally sitting in the kitchen and get to watch Ludo cook amazing French Classics. Steak, Fries, Escargot, French Onion Soup, and the finest Chocolate Mousse in LA. This is a must try, you will go back for more, we have.

Visited Petit Trois today as the last restaurant for my LA holiday and I can honestly say that it is the best restaurant I have visited during the holiday. I tried the "big mec" burger after seeing it on a youtube review and was not disappointed. The staff were brilliant and ensured that we enjoyed our stay. The restaurant was quite small, but the space was used excellently and the atmosphere was fantastic.

A small location that could maybe seat 20 people to counters. There are no tables. Started off with a Crab Cake, not Cakes for $25, which although it was decent, didn't appear to have much Crab. Then had the Mussels, I wouldn't rate them. They include a service charge in the bill, so make sure that you don't double tip. It's not a comfortable place and the nothing notable about the food, so I won't be back here again.

French restaurant with attentive service. My dad and I had a reservation here at 5:30pm prior to catching a show at the Zephyr Theater. We made a reservation online in advance and opted for indoor seating. Note that only the outdoor dining has tables - everything inside was high top bar seating so if you have a big group, I’d suggest dining outside. Service was very friendly and it was fun being able to see the kitchen prepare our meal. We started with the seasonal salad which had ingredients from the Santa Monica Farmer’s Market - I really liked the bright, fresh dressing. My dad got the mussels with fries and I got the Jidori chicken. I loved the chicken - the skin was crispy and the jus was flavorful. The fried potato that accompanied it was crispy on the outside and fluffy in the inside. We ended with chocolate mousse which wasn’t too sweet, and went well with the fresh cream.

Extremely disappointed by the 37$ Big mec with a bordelaise sauce that was clearly not reduced enough. The fries were good but overseasoned. I hope it was once better... I had read so many raving reviews!

Went on a friends recommendation. Friendly staff. Small bustling space in a local strip mall. They bake their own, delicious!, bread. The food was very good, not great. We had the crab cakes and salad. Apparently the burgers are epic. Next time.

My husband and I found ourselves with time to kill on the 101 around noon today so I said, hey I've been wanting to try Petit Trois for some time but never had time to wait for a table at lunch; let's go and we did and weren't disappointed. We arrived about 12:10 and were seated right away--my lucky day on that. Then gorged on escargot, the Big Mec--it was amazing and messy and delightful and the Jambon Buerre--really felt like I was in Paris with that one-- along with Butter Fries (not making up the name...) and the butter lettuce salad then finished with the chocolate mousse since everyone seemed to be ordering it. All of the food was quintessentially French and superbly delicious. I also had a Fleurs Du Mal cocktail and it was so light and beautifully refreshing I was quizzing everyone about what was in it--who knew there was rose infused vodka? We took our time and enjoyed every mouthful since this would be the meal for the day. I noticed that by 2 there was no line. Note to Self-Think Late Lunch if no time to wait.

This little restaurant only seats 21 people and all the tables are “bar seating” however the food, service and atmosphere is out of this world. It is situated in what almost looks like a car park but don’t let that out you off - French food that was delicious. If we were staying another night I would have gone back! Try the burger and pasta! You will not be disappointed

First lets focus on the good stuff. The place is extremely charming, in the middle of a filthy gas station (between a donuts cafe and a pizza parlor), you can find an incredible cozy bistro Cocktails are great, prepared with mastery. Food is very good, we had an awesome onion soup and the famous MAC burger (which they say is the best of LA, although is not the best that I've had on my life). Now the ugly. The place charges an incredible bizarre service charge + tip policy, first they make a "compulsory 18%" and then the waitress tells you that that is a "subsidy" for the restaurant to pay their wages, but that tip is not included, then you need to tip an additional 15%....That is just nuts... I hope these guys get their act together and solved this, a quick scan on the comments on trip advisor will yield how are customers being annoyed by this strange policy.

We popped in our first night from LA, waiting around half an hour for a seat whilst enjoying a cheeky cocktail. The dinner was divine, having been sat at the bar and chatting to the staff as they whipped it up before us. So delicious and try to leave room for dessert!

When the two of us go out to dinner, because of a health issue we don't know how much we'll want to eat so we like to order courses one by one. The waitress said their chef prefers to get entire food orders all at once, and asked if that would be okay. I explained no. She said she'd talk to the chef, and came back saying the chef refused to accommodate us, with some nonsense about their small kitchen made things difficult. Okay to ask if people will put their order in all at once, but absolutely not okay to refuse serving people any other way. Avoid this place.

What can I say? This was the best burger I ever ate and it will linger long in the memory- incredible food served from a tiny slice of Paris in a surreal strip mall setting. Insane. I even took a pic. I never take pics.

A bit out of the way for tourists and small (read: expect to wait, and then to be crowded when you are seated) but well worth the effort: the service was good and the food is great - among the best French we've had outside France. Highly recommended.

I heard of Ludo's restaurant and decided to search it out. Even with the address, it was not obvious, as it's in a small strip of businesses across from a gas station. I would never have stumbled upon this place. Don't let the location distract you. It's the real deal inside. No tables, only counter seating, and it's tiny. We went for dinner at 10 pm on a Wednesday, and the place was full. Service is polished and professional. We loved the croque madame (even splurged on the $5 egg -- which was totally worth it!) and would definitely order the confit of potato gateau again. Both were decadent and perfectly prepared. Everything was delightful, except the 18% service charge. Yes, the service was worth 18%, but that's not standard practice.

I had wanted to dine here for a while and it didn’t let me down. Classic French bistro with an extensive menu. I just had to have the Big Mec. A bit pricey but incredible burger. And the chocolate mousse was as good a dessert that I have ever eaten.

Finally!! I went to the famous Petit Trois! I traveled from El Salvador just to get in to this restaurant and tryed to meet Chef Ludo. At a first glance what i really loved is that its not a like a fancy reataurant its cozy and humble... You get to understand that you are there for the food and only for a gpod food. At first our waiter that attended us was latino... I am a proUdly LATINO!!... But that guy really did a bad job... He was rude and unpolite... You could see him that he wasnt confortable atending us... But what the hell i was there for nothing but the food, and traveled so far for this experience amd honestly this little guy wandt going to ruined my experience. I ordered the Endive salad... OMG!! That was really amazing!! The anchove taste and the pecans! Was completely shocking! Then i prderer the sparragus!!! WOW nice light hollandaise sauce i really enjoyed it Then!! I ordered the big mec.... WOW!! I ended up amazed... The beef the bread the cheese and the demi sauce!! WOWCHEF LUDO!!! Then i ordered the Mussles... Wow.. So tasty!! In the end the food its really good... But honestly... You should talk with that type of waiters... You could see the envy on his eyes... You dont need that type of people.. ENJOY THE PLACE IF YOU GO!! It really worth it!

Not a horrible meal but had a lot of issues with experience. Omelet was a great soft scramble served with well dressed bid lettuce on side. Needed a tad more of the black pepper cheese or another element. Not worth $24. Big mec was huge disappointment. Bordelaise sauce was reduced and flavorful. But the burger itself was bland and unremarkable. They drenched it in sauce and charged $37 which is ridiculous. Also how does a French restaurant with frites serve what clearly was frozen fries. On top of that the only parking is valet which is another $15 plus tip. Two sub bar entrees somehow costed me $100. Definitely would not go back despite loving the ambience. Service a tad slow. If this meal was like $30 I would probably not be so harsh but the outrageous prices has to be accounted for.

I would honestly buy a table here and move in because this place is just perfect. The butter alone is worth relocating for. And then there’s the omelet — the kind that ruins all other omelets for the rest of your life. The mussels, the crab, the leeks… good lord. I could live off the leeks alone. You tell yourself not to order the hamburger because, really, who orders a burger at a great French restaurant? But then you do. And about 15 minutes after you return to Earth from a euphoric food coma, you realize it might be one of the best things you’ve ever eaten. Everything is amazing. The bar is great. The waitstaff is warm, friendly, and genuinely helpful. It hits every checkmark as far as I’m concerned. Even the butter lettuce that comes with the omelet is perfect. I just went, and I’m already ready to go back. So if you stop by and see a guy with a pillow and a sleeping bag, that’s me.

Its worth a visit - but no reservations, so have some time. But its worth the time - waiting for a table. pate de campagne, or some steak tartare - all of it is very french and very good - and have some wine. Its a french resto!

I love this little nook. Seated at the bar on my lunch hour, with my colleague, felt like I was out if town, on holiday! Had the omelette, so simple yet so perfect.

It’s a raining day in LA, and it’s nice to have a good dinner. Parking area is available in front of the restaurant. It is a nice and cozy, small French restaurant. I got a nice glass of French wine, Pate des Campagne for appetizer and Trout Almondine for a main course. The foods and services are very good. Highly recommended.

Had another outstanding meal with friends yesterday. We shared escargot, Mornay Frites. I had confit chicken leg.

Hype and critical acclaim are hard to live up to, yet Petit Trois exceeded both. The escargot was worth the trip alone. It feels like a true French bistro.

Teeny place...next door to Trois Mec...this is Petit Trois...little three. It's a narrow place with a bar in front of the kitchen and another along the wall. It must seat around 20 people...if that many. Food was just delicious. No reservations...but we went early on a Monday night and got right in. Lovely wines...lovely beer...and a full cocktail menu. Service was very good. No tipping...just a service charge added to your bill...and no cash...credit cards only. It was just like all the cafes that I ate in in Paris. It's really good!

Arrived to find restaurant in a strip mall. Forced to use a valet at $7. Told it would be a 15 minute wait to be seated. While waiting observed that the seating was two counters accommodating 20 people. Very crammed with 3 cooks, dishwasher, bar tender, server and receptionist also crammed into this tiny space. That's when problems started. Since my party of three would require 3 vacant seats while most of the diners were couples. So as people left they were replaced with couples who arrived long after us. Forty five minutes later we we seated in a back area that could accommodate three people. I decided to try the Big Mec a burger. When our food arrived I found my burger smothered in a bordelaise sauce with foie gras. Very odd taste and flavor for this American classic. Final irritant is that they added a 20% tip without me knowing. So then I left the regular tip and later found out that I had been tricked into double tipping. Nice atmosphere in the place but I think Ludo Lefbvre can do better. Won't be returning anytime soon.

Really like the idea of Petit Trois-simple, great French classics like Moules frites, soup a L'Onion, croque madame, Roasted chicken, omelet, etc with classic French wines by the glass. Don't think it's a cheap stop because it's not-it's hard to leave without a $50 pp tab but I can tell you it's always fun and good. Barely any tables, just belly up to the bar and eat there or on the wall side there are high tops you can eat at. It's small, loud and crazy but now open for lunch so you have options. Ludo, Vinny and Jon make a fearsome threesome and Petit Trois is proof of their power. Have fun watching the line chefs prepare the food and occasionally you will see Ludo...Bon Apetit!

Place discovered by chance, slightly strange location (in front of a car park), you can't even see it from the street. French menu, quality cutlery and napkins, high-level food, courteous service, apparently a very popular place on Melrose, a stone's throw from Hollywood. Slightly high bill but worth going. We will be back.

Having see it on an episode of I'll Have What Phil's Having we were anxious to give it a try. We thoroughly enjoyed the atmosphere and food. It's very small and narrow so you sit either at a counter facing a mirrored wall or at the bar. We all had sandwiches and one in our party had one of their signature drinks. The creme bur-lee was scrumptious! Oh, and it doesn't face Highland Ave.

I really wanted to love this place.... I travel a ton and eat at James Beard restaurants regularity. Mostly on business but often with my family. We are European and my kids have a very mature palette, they have no problems eating out in Paris, Rome, Copenhagen or New York, but apparently in LA it’s not easy to get good service for a family with big kids on a Saturday night. From the moment we entered Petit Trois I got the vibe that this was a cool date place, not a regular neighborhood French Bistro. The maitre d was discouraging about the amount wait, underlying message was clearly we don’t know how to seat a family of four. Two other parties that arrived 20 minutes after us were seated ahead and omission was feigned when I pointed it out. Finally we sit and the further disappointment begins: the food was not at all to the standard I expect, mussels were average, Nicoise tasteless and the best part about the confit chicken leg was the pile of frisée salad on top. For a guy that runs chicken restaurants in town I expected more. Honestly the only above average thing we were served was the old fashioned, so cheers to the bartender. Throughout the meal the waiter kept referring to us as “the family” which leads me to believe he’s never seen one during dinner service at Petite Trois before. What a loss. I’m in LA a lot and this could have become a regular go to spot. Alas I’ll be looking for another bistro in town, sorry Ludo.

You can't reserve a table in the small restaurant, but we only had to wait 20-30 min, where we had a glass of wine. The service is friendly and the steak was huge and good. It is a very unformal place, which I like, and I would come back if I lived in LA.

This is hands down my favorite French restaurant in Los Angeles! I tried the Big Mec Burger yesterday and it so tasty! I'm slowly making my way down the menu, next time escargot and this pasta with ham that looked amazing!

I've been here now 4 times and every time it is as special as the first. Definitely NOT a large place and reservations are not accepted, but the food is truly the best in LA!

Excellent little place in Hollywood. French bistro food done amazingly well in a very cool and fun place. The Burger is exceptional as is the Onion soup and chocolate mousse. Everything looked great - and it's fun to observe the chefs preparing everything. Will plan to come back here.

Great food, great menu, exceeded our expectations. Drove up here with our tour guide on his suggestion--he told us don't let the strip mall fool you. He was right. Awesome seating, just like you are in Paris. Cozy, comfy, and small, like a French cafe. Staff knows the menu inside out, and the specials, and the menu is not too large. Portions are perfect. I had this avocado halved, stuffed with shrimp that was coated with vinaigrette and delicious, and French onion soup. I was full until 11 pm. Great food.

The Bon Appetit review was spot on. Arrive early for the 12 noon opening and get in line as this store front restaurant fills early and stays filled. A personable and busy young staff turn out classical French cuisine with flourish. Charm all the way and delicious.

An superb experience with excellent food and great service. The restaurant is quite small, with seating limited to counters and about 5 tables, spread over two separate rooms. We sat facing one of its kitchens and were entertained at the precise work of a large number of chefs working in a very small area. Our reservation was promptly recognized. Our waiter provided information on the daily specials and offered suggestions on individual items when asked. We were a party of 2. We shared a chicken live mousse appetizer that was superb. It was oversized and perfect for splitting. We each ordered steak frites medium rare; they were perfectly cooked with a great sear and the frites were excellent, cooked in clarified butter (ghee). Superb meal. We ordered two desserts which turned out to be one two many: the portions were very generous and one would have been enough. The desserts were a raisin-rum bread pudding and a Paris Brest. The Bread Pudding was superb, creatively presented and truly a show stopper. The Paris Brest was excellent, although I found the choux pastry to be a bit tough for my taste. Service was timely, knowledgeable and friendly. Sitting at a counter for a party of 2 allows for conversation. For a party of more than two, make certain to reserve a table.

Well I visit this city very often as my daughter and son-in-law live here therefore I am taken to many restaurants. They like this place, BUT, I had two classic dishes, which were unrecognizable. French Onion Soup and Steak Tartare. I actually live in London which has some of the most exquisite French cooking, sometimes, not always, better than in France. I am also told "you are a great cook!" I do pride myself on knowing the ingredients and the method of any classic dish and this restaurant needs to learn a great deal before serving food that doesn't even resemble the original dishes. Very disappointing,

By far the best French restaurant/ bistro! Small space but that makes it even more special and coZy place. Try the french omelet, its chef Ludo signature dish and with a reason. From appetizer to dessert, outstanding food.

Being encouraged by all the positive reviews and publicity prior to and around it opening we were primed for an excellent dining experience. It was not. The food is okay, nothing near special and certainly not worth the high prices. My $25 crab cake appetizer was so salty it had no other taste and was barely edible. Two others at our table had the same complaint about their steak tartare. Somebody needs to train the chef to use salt a lot more sparingly. Oversalted as these dishes were is not only unpleasant to the taste but downright unhealthy. I had no idea that I needed to ask for "easy on the salt". This was awful. Even though we were eerly diners, they were already out of profiteroles for dessert. Service was okay albeit somewhat indifferent. ( the new hire who was shadowing our waiter was excellent....he should be the one teaching the others) One in our party speculated after we left that the automatic adding of an 18% tip may actually disincentivize excellent service since the tip is assured in any case. The irony is this kind of mandatory tip works against the wait staff because our party usually tips 20% or more. In spite of our relatively early arrival the main dining room was already so noisy one could barely carry on a conversation. We declined a table in the main room and opted for a table in the back room which at that point was about half empty and quiet enough for good table conversation. That joy disapeared by 7PM and the room was quite noisy. For those looking for a pleasant dining atmosphere with good table conversation....this is not the place for you....or me...or anyone in our party. Overall a real let down.

I do not usually do a review so here I am. I was going for a wedding in West LA and meeting our son in law and daughter coming in from Houston. We came in from Miami. So I looked for a French restaurant who had been reviewed having great steak tartar and escargot. My wife helped me book a reservation for the four of us. My daughter after looking at the reviews said this was Chef Ludo's place. Quite the character but love his passion for food. I make a mean steak tartar and in Miami most restaurants make a tuna tartar. Unappealing to me. I was pleasantly surprised how good this was at Chef Ludo's. Even better than I had at Bouchon in Napa. Escargot was also devine. Hard to screw up snails but delightful. All in all a special dinner. We had dinner the night before the wedding at Dan Tana's and it was a total disappointment..not worth the prices our patron whom paid the bill. Sorry. My Kudos to Chef Ludo. Need you in Miami. We have Michael Mina's steak house but you make a steak tartar that works for me. Willing to share my recipe!! You are the Man!

I rely heavily on Eater in LA for new restaurant recommendations, and I've read plenty about Petit Trois, so I was excited. I ordered what they recommended: the breakfast sandwich called Mec Muffin and have never looked back since. Amazing brunch, will try dinner next.

This casual, small & narrow French bistro is currently on the Hollywood hipster circuit. It is located in a small strip center below an old Thai Restaurant sign...giving it a bit of a quirky feel. One of the owners is famed "Taste" judge, Ludovic "Ludo" Lefebvre. The restaurant is expensive and for the price I'd rather be sitting at tables versus stools at one of two long ledges. (Women, there are hooks under the ledge so you can hang your purses..but there was no place to put a jacket.) Our (closely seated) neighbors actually gave us a taste of their omelette. We had the steak frites which was prepared with a rich, tasty & very peppery sauce. The meat was cooked medium rare as preferred by the chefs...but it was a bit fatty and not particularly tender. Wine by the glass is expensive but our attentive waitress allowed us to taste a few before we made our choices. Tip is pre-calculated in the bill at 18%. Nice bread and butter (from Normandie) is brought to you. Water available on request. The place is so "French", the simple plates are imported from France and then the logo is applied here in USA. (We asked.) No reservations. The wait was an hour to be seated so we had drinks at another hip nearby eatery. It was fun to check out this place...but I probably would not eat here again. It was a bit tight in space and loud....and frankly not particularly comfortable. If it was an option, I'd give a 3+ rating.

It's just a fun experience. 3 of us went on a Saturday at 1:00 pm and given the size - only had to wait about 15 minutes. The baguette and butter is out of this world. Traditional French bistro fare. Great crowd watching and we did see a movie star.

Petit Trois opened a 2nd location on Ventura Boulevard in Sherman Oaks: Petit Trois Valley. Hours are 8 am to 10 pm, and they serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner. We went for lunch on a Wednesday. It was quite busy, but even though we had no reservations, we were seated immediately. The decor is very bistro-style, with dark wood, an open kitchen in the back, and very French looking. There is not a lot of sound absorption, but it may be better to go at slightly off-hours. The menu is limited, especially if you don’t want to spend $38 for steak frites or the like. We ordered salmon rillettes with baguette ($16) and Salad frisson avec lardons (14.75). I had a glass of wine; there was one Chardonnay at $17 per glass, which was nothing special. (They don’t seem to have a house wine.) The rillettes were exquisite but better served as an appetizer to split rather than a lunch course. The salad came with maybe 3-4 lardons, and although it was tasty, there was very little bacon-y flavor and a pool of dressing at the bottom of the bowl. The service was adequate bordering on inattentive. There is valet parking behind the restaurant but no rear entrance so diners who use the valet must walk around to the entrance on Ventura Boulevard—not exactly convenient for the handicapped.

Such an interesting strip-mall setting. Not many seats, either overlooking the kitchen or along the opposite wall. A casual bistro- atmosphere, but with fine-dining attention, folding your napkin if you get up, brushing away crumbs, etc. The baguette and onion soup were absolutely perfect. The Big Mec was huge, gooey and served in a pool of sauce. Frites delicious (quite salty)--we made the mistake of thinking we needed the ones that came with steak frites and a side order--the servings are lavish. Add-on service charge makes the bill higher than you thought...

Don't get me wrong. The food is not bad here. Even though it's priced high, if food is worth for the pay, we have no problem with that. What got me to give a two-star is the ridiculous restaurant policy about a mandatory 18% "service charge" on the bill. It says on the bill that this 18% service charge is added to all guest checks to allow them to pay their team members above CA minimum wage. And on the credit card receipt there is another slot for "additional tip". In that situation, will you put additional tip? If not, our server gets nothing or just little share from the 18% pool even he served us? But if we put additional tip and plus the mandatory 18% service charge, it's over 30% just for tips!!! The problem here is why do we have responsibility to share your payroll problem? We feel like we have been robbed. Is it even legal to charge your patrons with these additional charges because you pay your staff with minimum wage? We were there for lunch on weekdays. It's full of people so apparently they are doing good business. We took some beautiful pictures of the food we had and thinking about sharing with everyone but now all I am writing is about the unreasonable 18% mandatory service charge plus additional tips. Just curious if everyone eating there is okay with this policy... I am not cheap but this is just not right. Think hard before coming to this restaurant. We spent over $100 for two people's lunch. We could have gone to better restaurant which is worth to pay for!

Had a hearty breakfast which was excellent. Will return for dinner and see if that's as good. Great ambiance and pleasant people

Amazing food. Amazing chef! The 18% service charge is not a tip apparently. Our server told us that it just makes everyone on staff earn $18 an hour. Sounds like highway robbery to me. Didn’t know what to tip. Really good service but just confused. Seems sketchy to me.

This is the little restaurant that could. Set in a non a shopping mall that you wouldn't look twice at this has to be the best French cuisine not in France. The French onion soup is devine , the mussels are cooked to perfection and the baguette left me wanting for more. I can't wait to go back!!!

Superb for lunch. Always wonderful. No tables, just stools. Opens at noon. No reservations. Lunch and dinner seven days a week. Great service, friendly staff. Fried chicken leg with salad, salmon, pasta, steak tartare for three guests. All outstanding. Love to come here when visiting family who lives nearby.

5 star food. Such a reminder of France. I enjoyed the omelette, which was perfection. My friend had the croque monsieur, and loved it! The salad that came with the omelette was fresh, but a little too much dressing for my taste. Good service, nice wine selection. My only complaint is that the space is really small, and really warm. It is not a place where you feel like you can really enjoy the spectacular food because you are uncomfortable in your seat. I cannot imagine being a server here and trying to navigate the space!! You have to be in the right mood to eat here, but the food makes it worth it.

The food is mediocre at best. The place is crowded and they have the nerve to charge an 18% tax on the bill. Naturally it is 18% on the total, not the sub-total so the customer is paying higher than 18% gratuity. People in L.A. don't seem to care!! they flock here anyway.

We were in LA for a long weekend and decided to try this highly recommended cafe and only had to wait about 30 minutes for seating for 3. The cafe is tiny with no tables only 2 bars and the menu is limited but I think anything you order will be delicious. We ordered BURGUNDY ESCARGOTS, the omelet, and the burger-- and shared each dish. The escargot was my favorite with their wonderful bread but each dish was well done and delicious. The staff was wonderful-- it appears that each server is responsible for each guest and so there is always someone to answer a question or to fill a water glass-- actually it is surprising how many staff members there are for such a small place. It was a delightful meal and I look forward to going back.

Open at noon with a line waiting outside for the chance to sit at a crowded bar and side ledge, it's all worth it to experience French bistro food at its finest. From the appetizers pate terrine to the escargot and the best onion soup this side of Paris to the croque Monsieur and steak frites it's heaven. Five stars even though there are no reservations, no corkage allowed and gratuity included. A bargain compared to the expensive big brother Trois Mec next door.

I love Petit Trois, great menu that sings to my heart.. I only wish they had seats with backs on them, I have a bad back.. The stools really fatigue my neck.. But I will still suffer through a little pain, for a few plates of heaven. Great Job Petit Trois!

Four of us walked into Petit Trois on a late Sunday afternoon and – it must have been divine intervention – we were immediately seated together at the bar facing the mirrored wall. The place is VERY small, and at one point, possibly during a shift change, there seemed to be more wait staff than customers. Despite the somewhat uncomfortable seating arrangement (the wooden stools and limited space for plates) I’m very glad we went. I think I could have been quite satisfied with the baguette and the olive appetizer alone, but since it was an “occasion” I splurged on the (drum roll) lobster thermidor, which I had never had before. So glad I did – it was delicious and well worth the price. Everyone was pleased what they ordered - the omelet, gnocchi, steak, onion soup, squash soup, even the French fries - not a "meh" in the bunch!

Had the croque monsieur and a glass of red wine at this unassuming restaurant. Absolutely delicious. Would return again to try the rest of the menu.

Tiny restaurant with giant flavor! We stopped in on a Saturday mid-afternoon and were able to sit immediately. I started with a glass of rose that was lovely and my partner got this (now one of my favorite drinks to return for) mezcal with ginger ... light and lovely blend of flavor. The bread and butter, well, what can one say about French butter but more please, and the baguette was fresh and delicious. I ordered the omelette which was fluffy and moist and so good. However, my partner ordered the mussels, (although I love clams, I have not been a fan of mussels) and I must say I will return. We ended up sharing family style as I enjoyed the mussels so much. The broth was fabulous and I can't wait to return for more. We ended our lunch with lattes and chocolate mousse that was the perfect delightful ending to what is now my favorite go-to spot. I must add that I wasn't feeling great when we entered for lunch, and with the exceptional staff, food, drink and company, I left feeling so loved and happy.

After being recommended this bistro or brasserie by several friends, we checked it out and were grateful. It was totally consistent well done classic fare, great portions, steak frites, escargots, hamburger, and a great carrot salad... Very small and confined, but not uncomfortable. Totally pleasant.

Ludo Lefevre has been making much waves in LA cuisine and also after much notoriety in TV with various cooking shows and his "reservations only" and "eat whats on the menu" Trois Mec has been rated as one of the best new restaurants in the US. Well if you don't have time to wait to go to Toris Mec, his bistro Petit Trois is definitely worth getting to if you miss Paris on on hot sunny day in Los Angeles. Only thing, good luck finding this place. Its in an odd place on a strip mall next to a gas station which used to be a thai restaurant. And I thought I knew LA like the back of my hand. But once inside I felt like I was transported back to Paris. Once you open the door its all in front of you. The row of barstools on one side facing the mirror with a small center and the other row join front of the kitchen and the dishwasher. It is so small the chefs are all over each other and yet they work with great Harmony. And the sous chef, Steven apparently is from my part of the woods and he's not french but he sure knows his business Hey, no pretensions here just like the real french bistro found in small towns around France where the locals hang out. Now lets talk about the food. The Petit Mec burger was just perfect and so juicy while the chicken leg fried in beef fat was crunchy and so flavorful. The prices are definitely french, it is not cheap but worth it. Oh and my preferred drink "old Fashioned" is properly called "La Mode" was just perfectly smooth.

I had the best burger of my life here. Everything is good here. And I mean the entire menu rocks. Steak frites is insane. Try to sit facing the kitchen and ask the bartender to surprise you. The desserts are also great.

Having been next door to Trois Mec where we felt somewhat cheated and unimpressed and especially after stopping into Petit Trois afterwards, I have looked forward to this meal. Yesterday - 5pm, perfect time for grabbing a coveted bar stool at this first come first serve. Let me start off with sharing I ordered only one dish and do not feel it shortsighted to assign a 5 Star review as a result. Because, I ordered Bouillabaisse. For you novice wannabe chefs - of which I'm one, this dish is the ultimate litmus. It is a bear, an odyssey, an arduous journey to nail. Short cuts are immediately apparent. The seafood stock properly done is a day in and of itself of handholding, then the main event - scallops, fish, shrimp etc have to be cooked perfectly, not overdone. Petit Trois absolutely nailed every incredibly challenging component of this seemingly simple, utterly complex dish. It was early and not mobbed so the chef shared some of his prep - and indeed, zero short cuts. My perfectly baked baguette on the side was put to good use for every last drop of the stock - but the included toast points with the requisite Bouillabaisse Craime Fraische were themselves perfect. Yes, it is perfectly legitimate to give a restaurant 5 stars for food based on one dish only when that dish is this juggernaut. I'll be back -

had a great evening here but did NOT look at the bill closely and we ended up paying 40% tip as they already included 18% in the bill!... unfortunately there is a space for 'additional tip' when I went to sign and didn't pay close attention... they should remove that...

The location is just plain odd - a deserted strip mall was to be the location for our much anticipated dinner . Chef Ludo Lefebvre has made this tiny hole in the wall into a 20 person kitchen/bar. With local recommendation, we headed here for dinner on a Monday evening and were luck enough to get the last two spots at the bar. With no phone number and no reservations it was perfect timing! The staff were informative and efficient . The food was as good or better than the local bistrots in Paris. Snails in garlic butter in their shells were earthy and sticky with piping hot garlic butter. Steak frites was cooked to perfection , charred fat and red blood inside. The menu is short and seasonal, the wine list also stripped back but all delicious and delightful . Go here if you can

I was a little skeptical when we pulled into the parking lot, but my skepticism quickly faded the moment we sat down. Although the physical surroundings aren’t anything to write home about, the coziness of the outside dining space, combined with the great service and delicious food made the parking lot location of the dining space a non-issue. The French onion soup was so flavorful- a richly flavored broth with the perfect topping of torched Gruyère. I tasted the salad that came with my daughter’s crocque monsieur, and I could have made a whole dinner out of that fresh and flavorful side salad - so simple, yet SO delicious! I don’t even know where to begin to express how unbelievably tasty my trout was! It was a pink trout (which I had never seen before, and which our server was quick to explain the origin of) with the most amazing lemon almond sauce - I could have licked the plate! The amount of lemon was perfect, and the entire plate was framed with a ring of the almondine sauce; I think I ate every almond on the plate! I would HIGHLY recommend Petit Trois - you won’t be disappointed!!

Yesterday we had lunch at Petit Trois. Every time We eat there after every bite I think, this is as good as anything I have ever tasted anywhere in the works. You must go

Best croque Madame around! If you want a croque madame this good, either go to petit trois or get a ticket to Paris. We were just there in October and this restaurant took us back, but for much cheaper than the plane ticket. Their Cabernet Franc is good too! They add 18% service charge with a story about it not being a tip, but that it rather goes towards paying people more (that's what a tip *literally* is). Cool, whatever, it's a tip but you can call it what you like... I tipped extra anyways because I would have anyways, because the food was excellent.

We heard about Petit Trisha from I'll Have What Phil's Having. It more than lived up to our expectations and the James Beard nomination. We started with excellent escargpt.and the perfect crusty baguette, which was still warm. My wife had the schnitzel special and I had the confit fried chicken. Both were outstanding. The chicken was the most moist I've ever had. Everything looked delicious and this 21 seat place is worth finding.

Having been to Paris a number of times, I came to Petit Trois expecting it to be just ok. I was so wrong. This French bistro is the equal of the best bistros in Paris. The food is amazing. The desserts were spectacular. Ask for Janee. She made the experience even better!

Have been several times and the food is consistently excellent. I had steak frites with peppercorn sauce, wife had mussels, and we split crab cake to start.I always go early so I can sit at counter and watch cooks on the other side prepare dinner. Love the drinks as well. Note--not great for groups of more than 3 as seating is side by side; also from 3-6 can use happy hour menu for smaller bites and less expensive cocktails. Love this place. Unfortunately they do not take reservations so go early or wait.

We visited for lunch on a Friday and were seated immediately. This place is quite small and there was a wait just after we arrived. The bread is amazing - warm and crusty, served with butter. We had the onion soup which was thick and rich and the croque madame. I felt the sandwich bread slices were too thick which made it difficult to eat. The taste was very good nonetheless. We wanted to try the burger but it is served rare and they do not allow you to make ANY changes to the food preparation here so we had to pass. This is a cute place for lunch.

You will not believe the level of food and service in this tiny little restaurant!! I love French food and won't hesitate to try it. The restaurant is in a shopping center, facing a gas station and next to Yum Yum Doughnuts!! It is a narrow space with only bar stools (must go with either one or maximum two people, otherwise you won't be able to have a conversation). It is all about the amazing food and service!! My husband and I went there for lunch, had the Boston lettuce salad, the escargots, and the croque monsieur. Oh and we each had two glasses of wine!! True, authentic French delight!! Love it, will go back definitely!

We decided to see if we could get in to this restaurant early one evening several days before Valentine's Day. We arrived at about 6:30 and there was only one other person in the very small place (it got completely crowded within the hour). You do feel like you're in a french bistro and sitting together at the counter was fun and romantic. The seating options are on stools which are not comfortable. We presume they don't want people to linger. We sat at the counter where we could watch the chefs. The service was great and the chef nearest us talked to us about the different options. We got the foie gras terrine and escargot appetizers and both were quintessential and delicious examples of these dishes. For our entrees one of us got a mussels special which were the most tender mussels we had ever had. The other ordered the cassoulet. Unfortunately, it was dry (albeit tasty). Chef Ludo asked how it was and he could see it was dry. He mentioned "how difficult" it is to get it just right. We wish ours had been right. But, we'll definitely go back. The steak frites that our neighbor ordered looked and smelled terrific.

This small place in the back of a mall brings out great food although it may be a bit too expensive....great steak, mussels, crab cake and steak tartare......not very romantic but you will love the food.

Outstanding French cuisine. Staff is so nice and the service is on point. I have been here twice in successive years and it has been first rate each time, Awesome French music (hip hop and contemporary) with a super chill vibe. Eating here is an authentic LA experience that I would highly recommend for any visitor who loves great French food.

There is an 18% service fee added to the bill. I knew that, but I didn't know that the server would bring us the check and explain that the service fee isn't a tip. He said that the service fee allows them to be paid higher wages, but it's not a tip. So, we felt like we would be rude if we didn't tip on top of the service fee. But aren't tips supposed to make up for servers making lower wages? If the service fee is helping them make more, then why are they asking for tips too? I wouldn't have minded except that the prices are already very expensive, and you already have the service fee too. Add a tip on top of all that? Then you're talking about nearly a $100 lunch for two, easily, even without alcohol. That explains why they weren't so busy at lunch. I did like the Parisian atmosphere and the French bread was really good. But overall, felt like I paid too much, especially for dining on a barstool.They are charging fine dining prices here. I wouldn't mind going here for coffee and dessert, but not lunch again. The meal was really heavy and we didn't feel great afterwards, so maybe we didn't make the best choices. We split a French onion soup, and he had a Big Mec and I had a very cheesy croque monsieur. Really wanted to love it, but they need to make some adjustments, starting with not asking for a tip if they have a service fee. And maybe making some of their dishes a little less heavy. Please don't think I'm cheap. I don't mind paying for quality, and I've spent some bucks on meals in Paris, France. They were a better value.

The food is GREAT! Especially the omelet, fresh bread and French butter. I could eat that again and again and again. Bit on the high side but if you are treating yourself and a loved one, go here!

What drew me to this wonderfully hidden cafe in what looks like a deserted strip mall was Chef Ludo Lefebvre interview with Evan Klineman, a well known chef in her own right, on KCRW's Good Food. Ms. Klineman asked how to make a perfect omelette like the one pictured above. Chef Lefebvre told her about the one he makes a his cafe. I cannot tell you what a perfect omelette, but this one was the best one I ever had. It came with a salad and I paired it with a fruity Chablis. A wonderful meal. My wife had the chicken fried in beef fat with lemon zest, which also came with a salad seasoned with a Lemon vinaigrette. Our appetizer was a bean salad with thinly sliced plum and pears topped with a horseradish dressing. The dessert was a chocolate cake which was a little disappointing because I thought the Carmel sauce took away from the cake itself. Overall a great experience and find.

This was my first visit to a French Restaurant and I was not disappointed. We had breakfast here during our visit to LA. I tried the Omelette Petit Trois and my wife had the Avocado Tartine. Both our dishes were excellent. The food is great, the service is great, what more can you ask for? Try it.

A small restaurant that bangs out great French Bristo food. It is located in a small strip mall and has mostly bar type seating. We had the omelet and French onion soup, both very good. Service was quick and we were in and out in no time.

I saw reviews that said this place gets crowded and wanted to avoid that. We went on a Tuesday afternoon and it was empty with the cooks prepping for the evening rush. Our food was very good and the service was adequate. The waiter really didn't have a firm grip on how to describe the food, but he was friendly. The cooks who were working behind the counter spoke to us and told us how to make some of the recipes.

This was my first visit to chef Ludovic Lefebvre's classic French bistro. There is a second Petit Trois in Sherman Oaks that apparently is larger and has a similar but not identical menu. His fine dining spot Trois Mec used to be next door in a space that still has a "Pizza" sign out front. It's now used for extra seating on some evenings. Petit Trois is in a strip mall along Highland Ave. and has a pretty narrow interior with only high-top counter seating facing the kitchen or the opposite wall. There is a wider patio in front with actual tables. I booked a lunch reservation because I saw online they have a 3-course prix- fixe weekday lunch option for $44, with 2-3 options for each course. I chose the beet salad, trout almondine and choux chantilly. I also ordered the chicken liver mousse appetizer and the jambon buerre sandwich with frites because I wanted to try their versions. The beet salad was great, with a kick from horseradish cream and crunch from almonds and pistachios. The chicken liver mousse was also fine and substantial, with a much softer texture that a traditional pate, served over toast. The trout also had crunch from the almonds and tang/acidity from the capers and lemon. I ate the frites while here and took the ham sandwich home. It had Gruyere cheese as well; I couldn't really taste the butter. The baguette was fine; note they are not made in-house (no space!). The choux chantilly, a profiterole-like pastry filled with cream, was meh, would have benefited greatly with the addition of fruit. The place became busy pretty quickly, and service was decent It was fun watching the chefs and line cooks prepare, plate, inspect and serve the dishes; I got several glimpses of dished I did not order but may in the future. Overall a great authentically French lunch.

Small place and a bit loud when packed. Typical French bistro food but extremely fresh and well prepared. Small but interesting wine list. The chorey les beaune tasted great and at 60 dollars is a steel😍 the bread is to die for.

What ruined my visit to this (French???) strip mall restaurant was the obliviousness of the management to quality service. After that food at any restaurant will turn mediocre. Great potential. Nice staff. I was served a heap of left over french fries: multicolored by different stages of frying. They had run out of wine (not true; several bottles still on shelves). If that was the case management could have opened a bottle instead of having us wait for almost one hour while they restocked the place in the middle of people eating.

This place is like the best French dining I have ever had, like being in France. Definitely try the escargot , even the baguettes with fresh jam , and espresso were so delicious. The baguette was so soft and flaky. Love this place and can’t wait to come back again.

Beware of abysmal business practices! Stopped in for lunch after visiting art galleries in the neighborhood. Lunch was fine: mussels, delicious salad. Time for the check. Only then did the gracious and adept server rather apologetically tell me that the restaurant slaps on an 18% service charge prior to tip. I was astonished. This is absurd and, in my opinion, criminal. Instantly. what seemed like a lovely neighborhood spot became, to me, an outrageous, money-grubbing enterprise. Shame on the sneaky and audacious management. Never again.

This was absolutely one of the best meals I have ever had. I had a foodie friend in from London and he and I both loved it. We ordered the omelette, onion soup OMG the best. Loved being able to watch the chefs prepare our meal.. excellent... I love Ludo!!

Great French comfort food in a contemporary setting with extensive wines. Outdoor seating to enjoy the hip neighborhood.

I have been wanting to eat at Petit Trois since it opened but did not have (or make) the opportunity to do so until now. One of my dining companions lived many years in France and wanted an authentic bistro experience, having already been blown away by their sister restaurant in Silver City-Trois Familia. Let me be clear that I really wanted to rate our experience 4.5 stars but this is not an option and we came just a tad short of 5 stars. We arrived one Saturday afternoon to be seated right away. The start of fresh real French baguette, thin, crispy crust, soft interior with creamy salted butter is harder to find than one might think. Delish. The French onion soup looked amazing so I started with that. Unfortunately this was a miss. Yes expectations were very high but the broth lacked flavour and depth which was not made up by the beautiful cheese crust nor the onions inside the pot. Better than many I have had but not the best and that was the consensus of the group. Fortunately everything was up from there. The classic omelet made with Boursin (as Ludo Lefebvre calls it “French velveeta ”) was textbook with a beautiful butter lettuce salad. Someone was hedging there bets for desert!? Another classic arrived, a gorgeous steak frite, a delight to the eye but even better in the mouth. Perfectly prepared medium rare and smothered in a generous potion of peppercorn cream sauce that had a wonderful peppery flavour without over powering the cream. The potion of sauce allowed for plenty of extra to dip the beautiful thin hot frites in the excess. Really one of the best I have tasted. I believe the piece-de-resistance was the steak tartare. Perfectly prepared, finely chopped and seasoned (loved the briny capers), the generous mound was covered in a layer of crispy fried shallots that not only complemented the flavours but added a beautiful textural element to the dish. Accompanied, again, by a awesome piece of bread, toasted and drenched in butter this was a full and satisfying meal when finished with a generous slathering of mustard from the little pot on every table. Service was very professional but attention to our needs a bit slow and our order for additional toast (for the tartare) was forgotten. Minor but a small contributor to the “lost” 1/2 star in the rating. Overall, worth the wait and a delightful afternoon with great food and better company. Loved it.

Another frenchy style restaurant to conquer Los Angeles but too small. Have to wait 45 minutes to get seated at 12:30, no reservation accepted, just squeeze in and wait but food looks great so your appetite is entertained... They are supposed to serve the best Hamburger of the USA... Very Good but not the best, too saucy... Have to go back to taste the rest of the menu...

Wonderful food, just bring your cardiologist. Three of us went for lunch to avoid the evening crowds and were first in line when they opened at noon. We were seated at the bar overlooking the small kitchen, an ideal spot to see how the food is prepared. Two of our group ordered cocktails and were pleased with the results. Then came the food. We wanted to try a number of dishes so we ordered with the intent of sharing. --Escargot: Delicious in a buttery, garlicky sauce that the wonderful French bread served with the meal sops up nicely. --Pea Tartine: Very good. French bread covered with a thick layer of creme fraiche and goat cheese, topped with fresh peas. --Omelette: The best I've ever eaten, served with fresh butter lettuce with a vinaigrette dressing (also the best). --Croque Monsieur: A delicious heart attack on a plate. --Big Mec: Cheeseburger. The only dish that was a little disappointing. --Paris Brest: Delicious French dessert. Perfect pastry. Hazelnut cream. --Napoleon: Crisp layers of pastry above and below delicious custard. The staff is very friendly and take the time to thoroughly explain each dish. The meal was expensive, but worth it. I can't believe how much butter is used throughout the meal. I'll definitely be back.

Love this place. Limited menu packed with pleasure. Leek starter, French onion soup (as good as it gets), steak tartare, and sole meunière (expensive but beautiful). Steak frites are solid, but the cut of beef shares with good reason middle child status. The mussels are excellent,..the star is the steamy crusty bread with perfect butter. Makes you want to hike an extra hour to justify the indulgence. Bringing out the best in food, by letting it speak for itself. Thanks for "last meal" quality food.

Went here with my boyfriend on his last day in town before returning to Paris. He liked the burger, I loved the Poutine (cheese fries). 👍🏼We sat at the bar and enjoyed watching the chef. The Paris Brest was pretty good, the actual pastry a bit dense. The 18% tax feels like plenty for a tip but our hostess made it clear we were "free to leave more." There is a $7 fee for "valet" if you park your own car in their lot 👎🏼

Our son had researched this restaurant via YouTube , he certainly picked a “little gem”. We managed to get the last 3 seats , at the end of a narrow interior. Such a lovely atmosphere , great music too. We had the fettuccine special x2 and a burger . Food was very tasty, and the glass of Rose wine went down a treat. We tried the Napoleon and the Paris Brest for dessert,again so tasty , the Paris Brest was quite an ample portion,overall this has been our highlight so far in L.A, if we have time , a second visit may be on the cards