OUR STORY

A local favorite for dining, Crown Bistro is an intimate 45-seat restaurant known for Executive Chef Owner Jerry Tovar’s hospitality and excellent cuisine.With over thirty years’ experience in the Food and Beverage industry, Chef Jerry’s passion for creating fine gourmet French and American entrees shines through in every meal he meticulously prepares. Crown Bistro has received numerous acclamations from trade magazines, the San Diego Union Tribune and the City of Coronado, including being recognized as a “Best Kept Secret Restaurant” and multiple “People’s Choice Award” winner. The Bistro offers inside and outside dog-friendly patio dining.

It is with profound sadness that we share of Jerry’s passing, Jerry was loved by all and so generous even in his final moments, donating organs that will touch lives for years to come. The Crown Bistro was one of his greatest joys in life & will now be carried on through the hard work of his loving employees & his family, Bella, Sofia & Laura. The Crown Bistro will continue to pay tribute to Jerry’s love and generosity through his culinary masterpieces and vision for the restaurant, “cooking with love” as he’d always say. Jerry will forever be in our hearts and his spirit for life will endure in all of us. We thank you all for your support and generosity throughout the years, and especially during this hard time & transition for the Bistro. May we celebrate his life and allow him to Rest In Peace .