Moderately Priced French Laundry Alternatives

If you are just talking about putting sustenance in your stomach, there are certainly places you can go. And even fantastic meals. But the French Laundry is a special place. Auberge is probably just as expensive. There are other 3 star places like Meadowood, and plenty in San Fran. But not sure you will really save money eating there.

Other favorites in that general area of the world.
Redd
The Girl and the Fig
Bouchon
Bouchon Bakery

Last two been to other outposts and always had good meals.

Went to Auberge and spent $600 on wine, 2 tasting menus, and tip. Meal and the view were both incredible but don't believe you will be saving much by choosing Auberge.

FL closed for renovations in April of 2015. We lucked up and got a table right after they reopened as a lot of people tought they were still closed.

It was one heck of a dining experience. One of my kids did the vegetarian tasting menu. It was outstanding.

The following night, we wanted to go somewhere less painful in the pocket book and got a table at Bottega down the street. It was also very very good, at a fraction of the cost. They had a Dungeness crab pasta that I would definitely order again.

Also had lunch at Bouchon. Also reasonable prices and everything was well executed as you would expect from a Keller restaurant.

One a previous trip, had dinner at sunset on the balcony at Auberge du Soliel. Also a fabulous experience.

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You are going to have a great time. Please post a review when you get back.

Cheers!