WHY A French-accented restaurant, wine bar and deli that’s good for brunch, lunch, tapas or drinks.

WHAT Chef Thierry Perez chose a large industrial space for his latest Culver City venture, which combines a wine shop, gourmet-to-go and a full-service menu offering everything from crèpes to polenta with veal brains. The tapas happy hour runs from 5-9 p.m., with small plates for just $3.

WHO Parents and writers munching on fresh croissants and coffee in the a.m.; p.m. couples and singles sampling the wine selection.