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Le Chat Noir - Riverside, CA French Restaurants
Le Chat Noir - Riverside, CA French Restaurants
Le Chat Noir - Riverside, CA French Restaurants
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LE CHAT NOIR

(4.9 Score)
3790 9th Street,
Riverside, CA 92501 Directions

Specialty:

✓ Chef's Snails ✓ Mushrooms Stuffed with Roquefort Snails ✓ Smoked Salmon ✓ Mussels with Chicken in White Wine ✓ Mustard Shrimp ✓ Homemade Pâté ✓ Bread Serving ✓ Onion Soup Gratin with Gruyère Cheese ✓ The House Salad ✓ Provençal Chicken Breast ✓ Duck Breast with Exotic Peppers ✓ Venison Ribs Bordeaux Style ✓ Pheasant Breast with Champagne ✓ Sweetbread Vol Au Vent with Sherry

“Le Chat Noir offers a classic menu and a robust wine list in a polished setting in a charming French bistro. This restaurant was recognized for outstanding food safety by the Department of Environmental Health in 2019. They focus on fresh, all-natural ingredients and offer a carefully crafted menu of traditional French cuisine, expertly prepared by skilled chefs. Signature dishes like rack of lamb and the chef’s special escargots showcase the restaurant's dedication to authentic flavors and high quality. Enjoy exquisite desserts like crème brûlée and freshly made Napoleon for a sweet ending. The restaurant also caters to different dietary needs, offering vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options. Whether you are celebrating a special occasion or enjoying a casual night out, you can reserve a table or purchase gift certificates for loved ones. They also serve great cocktails.”

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Price:

The Black Cat's Lamb Hazelnut $38.95
Rack of Lamb with Herbs $38.50
Beef Tournedos, White and Black $60.00
Peppered Filet Mignon $60.00
Tarragon-Poached Salmon Fillet $32.95
Filet of Sand Dabs Meunière $32.00
Garlic Shrimp Flambéed with Pernod $32.95
Cheese Platter $16.95
Homemade Sorbet $9.25
Alexandra's Crème Brûlée $12.50
Caramel Parfait $11.50
Ardéchoise Cup $14.95
Chocolate Mousse $11.95
Gourmet Coffee or Tea $15.75

Contact:

(951) 786-9266

Tue-Sat: 5pm - 10pm
Sun & Mon: Closed

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Cafe Le Reve - Riverside, CA French Restaurants
Cafe Le Reve - Riverside, CA French Restaurants
Cafe Le Reve - Riverside, CA French Restaurants
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CAFE LE REVE

(4.8 Score)
141 East Alessandro Boulevard, Suite 10A,
Riverside, CA 92508 Directions

Specialty:

✓ French Onion Soup ✓ Brie en Croute ✓ Taco Trio ✓ Stuffed Mushroom ✓ Roasted Brussel Sprouts ✓ Fresh Pastry Board ✓ Egg and Cheese ✓ Cali and Beet Salad ✓ Smoked Salmon ✓ The Avocado ✓ Sliders ✓ French Onion Grilled Cheese ✓ Chicken Caprese ✓ Filet Mignon Sandwich ✓ Jambon Beurre ✓ Short Rib Sandwich ✓ Brioche French Toast ✓ Fruit or Berries ✓ Croissant ✓ Egg and Brie ✓ Croque Monsieur

“Cafe Le Reve is known for their excellent French and Californian cuisine served in a cozy dining room with a charming atmosphere. This restaurant is located in Mission Grove. The café serves a delicious breakfast and lunch menu. Guests can enjoy dishes like French Onion Soup, fresh pastries, and pork dishes. This restaurant was voted the best restaurant by Inland Empire Magazine readers in 2022. Their popular breakfast items include Brioche French Toast and the Breakfast Banana Split, while Les Crab and Le California are great lunch choices. The menu also features steak, salads, sandwiches, sides, and drinks. Guests can conveniently order online or arrange catering services for events such as corporate gatherings and birthdays. Free parking is also available.”

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Price:

Mediterranean $17.00
Ratatouille Frittata $18.00
Le Reve $18.00
Fresh Pastry Board $14.50
Le California $12.00
Le Porc $12.00
La Mer $17.00
Le Steak $17.00
Croissant, Egg & Brie $15.00
BLAT $10.00
Spinach & Sliced Tomato $5.00
Croque Monsieur $19.00
Croque Madame $18.00
Brioche French Toast $16.00
Breakfast Banana Split $12.95
Fruit or Berries $6.50
Pavé Potatoes $6.50
Provençal Tomato $4.50
Fries $6.00
Truffle Fries $7.00
Avocado $3.00
One Egg $2.00
Side of Hollandaise $1.00

Contact:

(951) 215-0007

Wed-Sat: 5pm - 8pm
Sun: 10am - 2pm
Mon & Tue: Closed

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Le Rendez-Vous Cafe - Riverside, CA French Restaurants
Le Rendez-Vous Cafe - Riverside, CA French Restaurants
Le Rendez-Vous Cafe - Riverside, CA French Restaurants
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LE RENDEZ-VOUS CAFE

(4.8 Score)
123 North Main Street, Lake Elsinore,
Riverside, CA 92530 Directions

Specialty:

✓ Garlic Toast ✓ Bleu Cheese Wedge Salad Lunch ✓ Sautéed Mushrooms ✓ Caesar Salad Lunch ✓ Cajun Pasta and White Wine Tomato Pasta Lunch ✓ Classic BLT Sandwich and Grilled Cheese Panini Lunch ✓ French Onion Au Gratin Soup ✓ Bouillabaisse Lunch

“Le Rendez-Vous Cafe serves French-inspired breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner in a quiet ambiance. This modern French-Creole café is located in Historic Downtown Lake Elsinore, CA. The skilled head chef, Manuel Gamboa, previously led the kitchen at San Bernardino's famous Le Rendez-Vous Restaurant. His creative dishes look as good as they taste. The café takes pride in offering vegetarian, gluten-free, and paleo options to accommodate various dietary preferences. They also serve great cocktails. Le Rendez-Vous Cafe is a kid-friendly restaurant. This restaurant is located 34.5 miles from Riverside. Their Classic BLT Sandwich Lunch is served with a choice of sides.”

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Price:

Appetizers Starts from $4.99
Salads Starts from $8.99
Pasta Starts from $11.99
Soups Starts from $6.49
Sandwiches Starts from $8.99

Contact:

(909) 424-0355

Tue-Sat: 10am - 8pm
Sun: 10am - 3pm
Mon: Closed

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LE CHAT NOIR REVIEWS

We have been coming to this restaurant for many years. This is literally one of the nicest restaurants. You can go to just about anywhere. The people are great. The menu is great. The attention to detail is great. The food is great. The service is great everything about it is great, the servers are awesome. The atmosphere is great. We have come here for many, many birthday events for mother-in-laws, Mother's brothers wife, everybody, we come here often and love it all the time every time we can, it's great. Parking: Plenty of handicapped, parking and very handicapped accessible.

The food was incredible. The experience was incredible. The service was incredible. The escargot was magnificent. The salmon and chicken was delicious. Every single dish we ordered was fantastic. It was such an authentic, modest French experience that was unforgettable. Absolutely LOVED it.

We order Coming to LA shanwa was an exquisite experience. We have ordered, I don't know, it's perfect. Poirine de poulet au provincial. Adrian What's accommodating? And we were excited to hear him speak French, love the décor and the tight flower invaders. We will certainly do it again.

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CAFE LE REVE REVIEWS

An absolutely lovely and delicious restaurant. We were driving through Cali and stopped here for breakfast. Honestly, I am sad to be so far away from here because I think about the food at least once a week. Everything we ordered was divine, presentation was great, and I was stuffed with enough for leftovers. The staff were so kind and the chef came out to talk to the guests. I highly recommend making a reservation and coming here. We ordered an omelet, crepe, and french toast.

The once in while Dinner service are a amazing. Sign up to their email list so worth it. This place takes limited reservations just like in France they don't over crowd the dining room. The chef comes out to check on all the dinners n to ensure that all is well. The food ohhh my the food is on another level. I can't recommend any one dish cause they very every time.

Exceptional meal. Chef is French and makes you prefer a croissant over and English muffin for a Benedict. Get the Pastry board while you wait for a delicious breakfast.

LE RENDEZ-VOUS CAFE REVIEWS

1st time here we came for lunch and apparently they serve breakfast until 1pm and lunch served until 4pm! We both had the French onion soup which was delightful! Also tried the Coq Au Vin which was tender and juicy, never had chicken this well prepared anywhere! The meatloaf was great with all the mushrooms and sauce. Good portion for both dishes, will be coming back to try the desserts next time too. Left satisfied and just wanted to share our thoughts, looking forward to their grand opening!

This is such a charming addition to Old Town Lake Elsinore! The chef has been with Le Rendezvous for 42 years. A taste sensation and fabulous selection of entrees, sure to delight all. The presentation of each dish is artistic, served with a smile.

Best new place in town!! We loved them ar their prior locations and are SOOO HAPPY to have them in the LE. Best Eggs Benedict ever! The Pineapple Pancake and Breakfast Pot Pie are a must try!!!

TBR® Inspection Score Report

LE CHAT NOIR Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Business Hours: 9
Variety of Menu: 9
Social Media: 9
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of : 10
Reviews Study: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

CAFE LE REVE Total Inspection Points: 115/120
Business Hours: 9
Contact Info: 9
Reviews Study: 9
Variety of Menu: 9
Social Media: 9
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of : 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

LE RENDEZ-VOUS CAFE Total Inspection Points: 114/120
Acknowledgments: 9
Business Hours: 9
Reviews Accuracy of : 9
Reviews Study: 9
Variety of Menu: 9
Social Media: 9
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Pricing: 10