Los Angeles Times

Knife Pleat is the perfectly tailored French restaurant Orange County needs

On Black Friday of all days, I had just finished eating lunch at Knife Pleat, the 6-month-old French restaurant inside South Coast Plaza, when the lights flickered and then stayed off in the dining ...
Los Angeles Times

Costa Mesa’s Knife Pleat earns a Michelin star

Michelin stars have long held a stature unmatched in the dining industry, and a restaurant that earns the distinction is held in the highest esteem. This week Orange County gained its third Michelin ...
Eater

LA Food Critics Really, Really Love Pasjoli’s Elevated French Dining

Mona Holmes is an editor at Eater Southern California/Southwest, a regular contributor at KCRW radio, and a 2022 James Beard Award nominee. Both recommend the $165 roast duck for two, which must be ...
Orange County Register

Here’s a first look at Knife Pleat in Costa Mesa’s South Coast Plaza

Knife Pleat has finally arrived at South Coast Plaza, looking as chic as a boutique and offering plates that are just as stylish. The power couple: French chef Esnault came West after helping Alain ...