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Folie Douce

1551 G St, Arcata, CA 95521-5647
707-822-1042
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Ranked #4 of 51 restaurants in Arcata
Price range: S$20 - S$46
Cuisines: Bistro
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Good for: Local cuisine
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations
Description: Folie DOuce is a local, seasonal, organic California bistro serving dinners Tuesday-Sunday at 5:30. We embody true California cuisine by utilizing as much local, seasonal, and organic produce and meats as possible in dishes influenced by all ethnicities. Seasonally inspired, we have an ever changing menu while also maintaining some of our favorites year round. We highlight our local community by featuring local winemakers, farmers, and artists on a rotating quarterly basis.
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Northern California
Senior Contributor
23 reviews 23 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

I have enjoyed some fabulous meals here -- and also some less-than-enjoyable ones. Unpredictability and unevenness have been characteristics of this restaurant for many years. (I live nearby, so I keep trying.) When food is good, it is very very good, but when it is bad . . . Sometimes quality varies among entrees served at same time to same... More

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FolieDouce, Owner at Folie Douce, responded to this review
8 May 2013

We appreciate your honesty. While it's never fun to read so-so reviews, we welcome feedback of any kind— it lets us know what we're doing right and also what we can do better. I'm sorry you think our food and service can be a bit unpredictable. We're always aiming to 'wow' our guests every single meal, so I would continue... More

Sacramento, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

I read some of these reviews before going. The decor was charming. The service, the best. The food AMAZING! There is absolutely nothing negative I can say about our experience there. I had the halibtt, as did several others in my party, and it was literally the best we've ever had. Something I never say as a rule. The Creme... More

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FolieDouce, Owner at Folie Douce, responded to this review
8 May 2013

Wow. We are thrilled by this review. Thank you so much for this thoughtful feedback! From our attentive service to our fresh and flavorful dishes, you really captured the essence of our restaurant perfectly. Next time you are in town we look forward to seeing you Cheers, Cris, Owner More

Eureka, California
Top Contributor
52 reviews 52 reviews
40 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

Mainly, don't be in a hurry, make a reservation, and enjoy a glass of wine and the lovely dinner salad or soup of the day for sure. From here, you just can't go wrong. Try Violet Green wine. Wild Caught fish in season has been perfect, the brick game hen with a sweet glaze was the best ever. Whatever this... More

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FolieDouce, Owner at Folie Douce, responded to this review
10 April 2013

Thank you so much for this glowing review! I appreciate you saying that with our menu selection, you can't go wrong. Excellent choice with our brick game hen— that's one of my personal favorites! We like to think of ourselves as a relaxing escape from the hustle and bustle of the real world, and it sounds like we're doing our... More

Senior Contributor
38 reviews 38 reviews
38 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 February 2013

We were one of three tables. It took 20 minutes before we were asked for an order, and another half hour to receive our food. We split a ground lamb pizza and the duck confit entree. The pizza needed more spice, and was quite oily. 5.5 of 10. The duck itself was a bit bland, but the root vegetables and... More

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FolieDouce, Owner at Folie Douce, responded to this review
26 March 2013

I really appreciate your feedback. I'm sorry you had to wait a while before you ordered. We try to pace our service just right — so that our diners have time to take in the relaxing environment and can enjoy their conversations. That being said, I will speak with my servers about being more attentive when guests are ready to... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2013 via mobile

Food was ok. We got there when it opened. 3 other couples. 3 toppers and our 2 topper. Ordered soup and salad and one pizza. An HOUR later, a cool pizza arrived. Was interesting in flavors- very subtle and unexpected for a pizza holding many slices of salami. Soup good- arrived ready to eat- not steaming, barely warm +1. Wait... More

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Sacramento, California
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30 reviews 30 reviews
14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 October 2012

A very small bistro--everything we ate was wonderful. A wood fired oven provided the bread (yum) as well as the pizzas. My all time new favorite pizza--Salami with brie and apricot jam. I am going to try and recreate this at home for an appetizer. Soooo good. My husbands' fish with polenta and heirloom tomato salsa was excellent, perfectly done... More

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FolieDouce, Owner at Folie Douce, responded to this review
25 January 2013

I know it's been a few months, but thank you for taking the time to write this 'gem' of a review! Great choice on our salami with brie and apricot jam pizza — just the smell of it makes me hungry. It's wonderful your hubby enjoyed his fish and your daughter's duck was done 'perfectly'. It sounds like that cheese... More

Trabuco Canyon, California
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31 reviews 31 reviews
18 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 October 2012 via mobile

Our evening at Folie Douce was outstanding. We were fortunate to visit during 'restaurant week' and selected their 4 course special menu giving us the opportunity to try more items than we would have selected from an ala carte menu. From the appetizer, salad, main course to dessert, everything we tried was better than we imagined, fresh and flavorful. The... More

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FolieDouce, Owner at Folie Douce, responded to this review
25 January 2013

This review was even 'better than we imagined'! I know it's been a while, but thank you for your thoughtful comments. I'm so glad you could come and see us during Restaurant Week — that's the perfect way to expose yourself to new and unique dishes! It's wonderful you enjoyed everything on your plate, and thank you for mentioning our... More

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4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 October 2012 via mobile

My husband and I had our anniversary dinner here. WOW is all I can say. The food was outstanding, the service was great and did I mention the food. Had the Roquefort steak and tomato bisque soup. Both were outstanding. Found out they are now open on Sundays starting at 5:30pm for dinner. Make sure you call for a reservation.

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FolieDouce, Owner at Folie Douce, responded to this review
25 January 2013

All we can say is WOW. What an amazing review! I am so happy we could help make you and your husband's anniversary special. Good call on the Roquefort steak and tomato bisque soup — those are two of my favorite dishes! I appreciate you being such an big advocate of our business. Next time you and your husband feel... More

Hillsboro, Oregon
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19 reviews 19 reviews
14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 September 2012

Wow, I've been saying that a lot today. We spent the day wondering through the Giant Redwoods in Humboldt Redwood State Park and there are no appropriate works that explain the enormity of the experience. Then to follow up with a gourmet delight that we had here is, wow, amazing. Everything was fresh local cuisine. We started with fresh local... More

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FolieDouce, Owner at Folie Douce, responded to this review
25 January 2013

All we can say is 'wow'. I know it's been several months, but thank you for your kind words. We're thrilled you were so impressed with our fresh, local dishes! It's wonderful you enjoyed your oysters and steak — two excellent choices! Thank you for mentioning that we offer vegetarian options as well. I'm glad your wife was a fan... More

Arcata, California
Top Contributor
87 reviews 87 reviews
50 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
50 helpful votes 50 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 July 2012

Great food, lovely semi-casual and sophisticated atmosphere, intimate setting. Love their pizzas.

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