Inspired by Paris’ iconic brasseries, Petite Left Bank’s design relies heavily on classic bistro elements with a modern, coastal California twist. Located on the Tiburon Peninsula in Marin County, Petite Left Bank carries prominent similarities to the nature heavy, bohemian counterculture that surrounds La Rive Gauche and Paris overall.

Focusing on maintaining a vibrant ambiance from morning to night, the Arcsine team intentionally created a playful bistro atmosphere with refined decorative elements spread throughout the space. At just 1,700 square feet with 65 seats total, Petite Left Bank evokes a jewel box—covered in a rich color palette of French blues and deep reds accented by antique metal details. The effortlessly French yet Californian atmosphere transports guests to an authentic French café where the vibe of the indoor restaurant and bar bleeds out onto the patio. Authentic, French Bistro elements such as wood bistro chairs, a pewter bar top, vintage antique mirrors and herringbone wood flooring provide an elegant yet whimsical theme. Black and white accent tiles at the entrance and in the bar area weave in a modern, chic vibe throughout the space. When guests look up, they will notice a detailed ceiling covered in tin acoustic panels, a classic French motif found in many brasseries. With the space’s proximity to the water and the importance of the Left Bank theme, Arcsine ensured an effortless transition from the indoor space to the outdoor patio incorporating the building’s garage doors in their design.