SAN FRANCISCO -- Since 1996, Chef Philippe Gardelle and his wife Ellen have been bringing the warmth and flavor of a Parisian bistro to San Franciscos Inner Richmond neighborhood.

"Honestly, when I'm here, this is more my home than my real home," Ellen said. "I meet strangers every day. Sometimes we (become) friends."

The menu is a love letter to traditional French cuisine, featuring classics like escargots, coq au vin, cassoulet, French onion soup and creme brule. But behind the comforting flavors lies an attention to detail that elevates every dish.

"We try to bring the same care into the food that you would find in places that might consider themselves more upscale and fancy," said Andrew Gardelle, chef de cuisine, and Ellen and Philippe's son.

From the start, it was a family effor

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