This place is amazing! We are so lucky to have this eatery in Guilford, steps from the historic Green. Their espresso drinks are the best around, hands down. The pastries are just incredible - I recommend the blueberry scone, cheddar and bacon (or chive) biscuit, the pistachio caramel scone, any of the seasonal fruit items and the monkey bread. The menu is extensive, everything is very fresh and you can tell they use high quality ingredients. My go-to is the California breakfast sandwich... customize it with multigrain bread, add bacon and arugula for the best breakfast sandwich in CT! This morning I grabbed a Cobb salad for lunch from the grab-n-go fridge - a welcome new addition. Don't miss this place. read more

This is an amazing place for food. Great service, real home made food and friendly service. The classic croissants are incredible! We visit several times every week. The owner is wonderful and pay no attention to the haters. read more

Adorable place to stop and have breakfast. My son and I came in for a Nutella crepe and a blueberry scone. Simply executed and delicious. We had a gift card thankfully because it could get a bit pricy. Chill, peaceful atmosphere and got busier as soon as we were headed out. I've driven by here around lunchtime often and notice it's bumpin' with customers dining inside and out. read more

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I ate here at the recommendation of Guess Where trips. Parking is a bit of a tricky wicket, it's close to the green and I can imagine some patient driving around is required in the summer. It is next to a decent lot, but is shared with other businesses. Seating at the cafe itself includes downstairs, upstairs, and outside so definitely more room. There is a customer restroom and a heavy emphasis on recycling. My peanut butter crepes were so delicious - they definitely had a sweetness without being overwhelming, or the peanut butter and banana being too heavy or sticky. High marks on balance! The feel is like a bunker, the building made of metal but there are so many handmade signs it feels brighter. They also have handheld pastries, all look delicious. The chocolate crepe made a great snack for the next leg of my journey. read more

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This was a great find on our way to Rhode Island. Tucked in Guilford,CT, this cafe is a perfect spot to satisfy your caffeine needs, with your typical coffees and teas, but also a variety of specialty drinks - with lots of fall favorites like Pumpkin Chai and Autumn Frost Latte. We had a brunch/lunch get together - BLTA, the classic but with avocado, a turkey crepe with an egg on top and a wild mushroom tartine. Food was fresh and extremely tasty. The menu has a lot of choices. And there are sweet treats as well. Everyone was pleased. The cafe has outdoor seating. There are a few tables by the counter, but there is an upstairs eating area with several tables. Staff was extremely polite and friendly. Pricing was a bit expensive in my opinion - with sandwiches around $16 and up. Portion size, however, was definitely adequate. So if you are in the area, looking for a morning beverage, perhaps some tasty pastries, breakfast or brunch, check out Belle Vie Cafe! read more

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I've been dreaming of this lunch visit at Belle Vie Cafe from a few weeks ago. I can't wait to go back. We visited on a Saturday morning, surprising not too busy or we missed the brunch rush. The building of the cafe that is also shared with a couple other businesses is so unique. It looks like an airplane hanger for a small plane that's been completely renovated. There is a lot of patio seating and there is a second floor with an additional dining area that over looks the cafe. There were so many options for breakfast, lunch, baked goodies and drinks. The treats and breads are all baked in-house. Oh, so fresh and gluten-free options too. I opted for the Mushroom and Asparagus Crepe which I modified to be made without nuts. The crepe was prefect and flavors blend amazing together. For to drink, I got the Wicked Matcha which was an iced matcha latte with blueberry cold foam. My mom who was with me got the Green Goddess Panini that was fresh focaccia with spicy zucchini, pistachio ricotta and baby spinach. She said it was so good and loved the ricotta. It wasn't too spicy either since she can't do too much spice. She also got the Almond Joy Latte which she loved. I really wished we had grabbed some of their baked goodies like cookies, brownies, croissants, and etc to take home. I was very stuffed after lunch though and I took half of my crepe home. read more

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Sitting at the tables on the patio, we enjoyed our cool beverages, cold brew ice coffee and iced matcha tea. Our crepes arrived and was not disappointed! read more

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Love Belle Vie Cafe. Fun breakfast/ lunch menu with paninis, crepes, baked items, coffee, and teas. In the summer it's a beautiful spot to sit outside, however there is seating inside. Love that they are dog friendly( keep your pets with you in the outside area). The staff is friendly and service is quick and efficient. Highly recommend! read more

Really sweet cozy café here in Guilford. The staff was so friendly, the gentleman back behind the counter helped me decide on this amazing chicken avocado Panini. So warm and crispy it's the perfect Panini! Vibes were great. Everyone was in a really good mood. The music was awesome. Jams like john Mayer. The inside is a cool garage type vibe but it's very clean. They also had a nice patio space out front, which was a very popular location as it was full. And I didn't venture upstairs, but they had more seating upstairs as well. I'll definitely be going back ! read more

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On top of the horrible quality of food. The customer service was trash. No one greeted me when I came in and I didn't get a friendly vibe at all. read more

Belle Vie Cafe - This is their sad $20 Chicken and Avocado Panini. The panini from Panera is 100x better. - Cafes Near Me - Guilford, Connecticut

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This is a hard review to write because on the one hand I really enjoyed my visit but on the other hand there were lots of little things that weren't quite right. The coffee was so hot I couldn't even start drinking it for 20 minutes. The bread on the Croque Monsieur was way too thick. After spending way too long explaining I wanted a fried egg with a runny yolk that wasn't cooked on both sides I still got a flat egg very cooked on both sides with zero yolk. On a Croque Monsieur that kind of egg is a huge disappointment. The salad dressing was delicious but the salad was *drowning* in it. This place has a lovely menu, keto and gluten-free stuff (!!) and the vibe is fabulous, with very personable staff, but the food (at least the food I tried) could use some work. I also tipped too much to bus my own table and will remember that next time. It's restaurant food prices without the restaurant service. I'll for sure be back to try something else though. read more

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What a wonderful find in Guilford! Right by the center of town. Belle Vie is a cute cafe that offers gluten free , paleo, keto options. Healthy clean eating . Many of the options served are house made! Everything is made fresh and made with love! The owner really does a wonderful job providing great service and food. When I went I was excited to have some baked goods , to have a gluten-free crepe and a delicious gluten-free BLT! My friend and I shared a few dishes. Ofcourse we couldn't finish everything but we truly enjoyed every minute of it. The BLT was gluten-free but you couldn't even tell. It had bacon, avocado, tomatoes! It was perfect! The baked goods and crepe aren't overly sweet. The owner is wonderful, friendly and wants to make sure her customers are happy! The cafe has tables outside so it's perfect to grab lunch or a cup a coffee or her Signature Latte which is delicious and sit and grab a book! You won't be disappointed! And you'll leave happy! read more

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Great spot for a quick lunch! They have WiFi so you're able to work from the cafe if you need to like me, but wish they had more outlets. It was very loud and pretty busy for a late Friday afternoon and was hard to concentrate on work - definitely not the kind of quiet cafe to work from. I ordered the Turkey Panini which was good but nothing special. My iced mocha hit the spot and definitely want to try some of their other menu items. It was perfect for a quick, last minute stop for lunch and WiFi! read more

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My fiancé and I had a great little breakfast at Belle Vie Cafe! The ham, egg, and cheese croissant was delicious, and the staff was friendly. It has a unique, more industrial vibe there while still being welcoming. I would come back again! read more

Belle Vie Cafe - Ham Egg & Cheese Crepe - Cafes Near Me - Guilford, Connecticut

It's always fun to visit this cafe and enjoy the new items and some old favorites from the menu. Happy to try the new Barbie latte !! I loved it !! Light flavored and not overly sweet with the cherry blossom foam! I enjoyed my omelette with spinach, ham and peppers that came with the refreshing salad and the gluten free bread. The Apple galette is my favorite right now and perfect for this transition to fall. The chocolate zucchini and lemon blueberry bread are keto but truly you can't tell because they are perfect!! Service was awesome and the ambiance it's always fun !! read more

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This was my first visit to Belle Vie. I chose an omelette with spinach, mushrooms, and cheddar. Also a cheddar bacon biscuit. The counter person was polite and accommodated my special request. The omelette was served beautifully with the right balance of ingredients. The side salad was dressed to my liking. This is a great destination for a special breakfast. The ambiance was a bit cluttered. The stairway to the second floor could be a challenge. A point off for a single plate drop off on the first floor. Definitely not a show stopper. I'll be back. read more

A new favorite here! Be sure to try the Avocado Toast with roasted butternut squash! Holy smokes! So good! The pastries are also top notch! (the apple galette- yum!!!) Originally from Romania, the owner Alexandra graduated from the French Culinary Institute in Manhattan and worked in the restaurant business for over 11 years. In 2019, she decided to start a cottage food business, baking from home. Her dream was alway to have a cafe with delicious coffee, pastries and healthy seasonal food and she did it! Must try on her menu: Avocado Toast with butternut squash Prosciutto and Ricotta Tartine Croque Monsieur with egg Croffle (Croissant Waffle) with Banana, Dulce de Leche and Almonds Shakshuka - two sunny eggs with goat cheese, tomato and pepper sauce with focaccia bread Apple Caramel Crepes Keto bagel with Lox Holidays hours are: New Years Eve 8-2 New Years Day Closed Definitely check out Belle Vie Cafe- the plates are stunning and beyond delicious! read more

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Cute healthy cafe with indoor and outdoor seating. My friends and I came here for breakfast. I got a large iced chai tea and the breakfast sandwich which was yummy. Good location too. read more

Belle Vie Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Guilford, Connecticut

Place has recently been revamped with new menu items. It's a big improvement in food quality. My mushroom crepe was fantastic. Plenty of seating inside, outside and upstairs. Couple of critics: my latte wasn't too warm- the mike wasn't steamed long enough and they really need to hire at least one other worker to help with making drinks on the weekends. I saw a lot of people ordering this cold purple butterfly tea which looked amazing, I'll be back and when I return I plan to give it a try! read more

We love Belle Vie Cafe! Our favorite breakfast place on the shoreline. I eat Gluten Free, my husband doesn't, and this place satisfies both of us with their fantastic selections. I usually have the GF crepe with bananas and strawberries, but sometimes I'll go for the GF California breakfast sandwich or shakshuka. My husband will go for the regular California sandwich, an omelet or the eggs with bacon. He will usually steal some of my crepe too. They offer plenty of delicious pastries, which my husband enjoys once in a while. A few keto options are also available. The coffees and lattes are great. We find them smooth with no bitterness. They also offer a lot of dairy free milks options. The place gets pretty busy but we never had an issue getting a table. We usually wait for the coffees at the counter, find a place to sit and the food is brought to our table. Belle Vie Cafe is definitely a must! Merci read more

The food was great. Was there in the summer and back for New Year's Eve. The issue we had was that they lost our order and we had to ask about it and the whole order even the coffee was lost. They finally found it and made it right away. It would have been nice to offer a free coffee for the inconvenience. I would still return when in Guilford because the food is fresh and delicious and they have a culture to be eco-friendly. read more

I'd give the guava tart 5 stars. I'd give the apple galette 4.5 stars. The cold brew was excellent...5-star worthy for sure! The space was tight and oddly laid out. After you pick up your coffee , you have to back-track and return to the fray of people waiting in line to get milk, sugar, etc. It was very stressful. And sadly, the space was so stressful that the guy working the counter was surly...not an excuse, just an explanation. I'd give the space and service 3 stars. read more

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Delicious find!! It's a cute little eatery, there's only a few tables downstairs but a bunch upstairs and a few outside for when it's warm out. You order your food at the register and pay and then you get a little sign, your food comes to you by the sign. My mom got the avocado toast and she said it was incredible. I ordered the shakshuka, which I've been wanting to try for a while now, but there isn't a lot of places around here that serve it. Will definitely be coming back!! Oh, also ordered the guava cheese danish for tea later, that was KILLER!!! read more

Belle Vie Cafe - Shakshuka - delicious!!! The bread it came with was so delicious and served warm! - Cafes Near Me - Guilford, Connecticut

I had the spinach and mushroom crepe and it was delicious. My husband had the guava pastry. It was also really good and flaxy. You could really taste the guava. Their cappuccino is good, but the barista makes incredible masterpieces with the foam. I still enjoyed the food better than the coffee. We went during a holiday and there was ample parking in the park next to it. read more

Love this spot! The owner is a sweetheart, customer centric and family oriented. The coffee drinks are well made, I usually go vanilla iced latte or coconut iced coffee. They offer fresh, baked on site pastries as well as breakfast sandwiches, crepes and lunch options. There's indoor and outdoor seating and be sure to check out upstairs for a quiet space to work remotely or enjoy a treat! Great addition to the Guilford community. read more

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Really terrific pastries including scones, and "keto" cakes. The espresso, cappuccino is terrific! read more

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Fabulous food, quick (despite how busy they were) and very gracious service in a lovely setting. The menu of both food and drinks are extensive with many well prepared favorites and unique choices. Highly recommend this gem! read more

Excellent food, lattes, vibe and service. We will be back again. California sandwich was superb and the Nutella strawberry crepes were a treat. Loved the outdoor/indoor vibe. A perfect spot! read more

Great little place! The outside resembles an old airplane hangar. Very cool and modern industrial inside. They had some great scones and breads, etc., lots of coffees and teas to choose from. They also have a good menu for breakfast dishes and lunch as well. I ordered an omelette with side salad. I enjoyed it very much. We also shared a blueberry scone and that was good too. My iced mocha was delicious! The one downfall was the elimination of straws. There was so much mocha on the bottom that was hard to mix in and would have been great if I have a straw to sip my coffee. But all good. It was a great little place in a cute area of Guilford. read more

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Fantastic pastries & food! Gets very busy on the weekends. Dog friendly outdoor seating.

They were getting ready to close within a half hour so their baked goods were limited. Ordered coffee and 2 slices of chocolate chip bread pudding. Everything was delicious. Pieces of bread pudding were large and rich so took some of it home. Will be sure to stop earlier next time to sample other items. read more

Delicious food served quickly in a casual atmosphere. I went here for a lunch break and was pleasantly surprised. You order your food at the register and then you take a little flag for your table. The place was busy but line moved fast. My food was ready within 10 minutes. I had a panini - bread was crispy without being hard and cheese was melted without being runny. It was perfection. Prices are very reasonable, especially considering the quality. It's my new favorite lunch place!! read more

I've been here several times for the low carb options, they are delicious! High quality ingredients kind of pricey but worth it excellent coffee. Counterservice friendly staff, cute outdoor patio weather pending. read more

Best. Cafe. Ever. Delicious, quality food. Great service and local cafe. My go to place for matcha, food, and to work on my computer! Love their sweet crepe with Nutella, strawberry and banana. Also love the chocolate crossaint. For breakfast will also order 2 eggs, salad and sourdough on bread. Pretty sure inhaled it last time! read more

Great breakfast. Fast and efficient table delivery. Friendly and helpful staff. Coffee is definitely rated 5.

It's boho spirit in outdoor seating is intimate on cool metal chairs and tables with a few leaves of of tree cover to offer you more seating options. It's smallish outside but there seems to be seating upstairs. Remember you're busing your own tables and the buckets are downstairs. I'm not a fan of tartines (the open sandwich) but their baked goods look fresh and I bet they'd change my mind if I was a regular or a tourist. I was just a one-off passerby and my only real complaint is my coffee wasn't hot. read more

Belle Vie Cafe - Mango crepes - Cafes Near Me - Guilford, Connecticut

Excellent service, better food! Have not been disappointed and I don't believe I will.

The Belle Vie has brought a fabulous new option to Guilford, CT. I was stunned by the delicate quality of the almond croissant that I ordered on their opening day. I have tried croissants in many places- Paris, Quebec, Martinique- and I will attest to the fact that theirs is as good as any I have had in France. So, I was not surprised when the owner told me that she learned her art by studying at the French Culinary Institute. The latte was perfect. I am certain that I will be a regular customer of this cafe. read more

This was one of my favorite places before the new owner/new menu. I have to struggle to find something I want to eat on this menu, and everything I've tried so far has been disappointing. It would be easy for them to create some fun options.... Maybe fries (regular and sweet potato)with a selection of dipping sauces.... French dip seems like an obvious choice.... Sliders with a French flair.... Things beyond crepes and sandwiches.... The location, and pleasant staff are the only reasons to return, the food is not. read more

Great coffee, great breakfast sandwiches! Pastries looked good but will need to come back another time to try. Can't go wrong!