Our Dutchess County tour (http://www.dutchesstourism.com/agri-farmfresh-1011-01mnit.asp) dropped us off in Millbrook for lunch. We didn't have much time, so we made a whirlwind decision to stop in here. (Actually, we were heavily influenced by the family heading in in front of us who assured us that "the food here is truly excellent.") They did not lie. The cafe is proud that their chef was formerly a sous-chef at Tavern on the Green, but the food here is better than anything I ever had at Tavern on the Green. The atmosphere is cute and cozy, French country style, and nicely done. We got the lamb burger (so good! cooked perfectly!) and, well, I was debating whether I should order the ham and goat cheese on a baguette, or the Croque Monsieur. I ordered the former. I got the latter. (The waitress obviously had never taken even high school French; and mangled the menu items charmingly.) I'm completely forgiving, because this was the best Croque Monsieur I've ever had in my life. No kidding. It was just what I was meant to have. We complemented our food with a Belhaven's Scottish Ale and a Sam Smith's organic cider. Entertainment was provided by the lovely 'model' at the table near us discussing her plastic surgery with her 70-year-old date. Seriously, though, I'm sorry this place is so out-of-the-way (for me), because it's really excellent. read more

Cafe Les Baux - French Near Me - Millbrook, New York

Fabulous time here. Went for belated Valentine's lunch over the weekend. Haven't been here in years and it's still as good as I remember We each had a glass of wine - Chablis for my hubs and a really nice burgundy Pinot Noir for me. Both were outstanding. I had a Croque Monsieur which was perfectly done and so filling and we split a side of potato gratin which was one of the best I've ever eaten outside of France! He had a huge plate of Moules Mariniere and a side of frites. Flavor was great and the mussels huge and fresh, though on occasion he found some grit. We shared a delicious Tart Tatin with a side of crème fraiche. The plate was dusted with cocoa powder which really wasn't necessary. The one rather odd thing is that though the place itself is so cute and cozy in terms of the decor, it was very cold inside which made it a bit uncomfortable to dine. And we weren't seated near the door at all. Overall solid French food and totally worth every penny. read more

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Haven't been there in some time and was looking forward to it. Unusual first question,hope you'll be done in a hour or so? We had reservations. Me : Interesting are you going to ask me to leave? Hostess: well we get busy . Good part ; our appetizers and entrees were delicious. Also we ordered a nice bottle of wine ,that was terrific. Still felt a bit rushed. Ordered a crème breule and it was tiny and top was burnt . They didn't care for my comment and was told they tried it and thought it was fine. Last I must say in these times ,when a customer spends $200. on dinner and wine . I don't think I should be rushed or questioned about a dessert that wasn't prepared properly. Definitely disappointed. read more

I had been planning a trip to the Millbrook Winery and wanted to grab lunch at a nice place beforehand. I glanced through all the reviews on here and found that Cafe Les Baux was rated very highly, so I figured I'd give it a shot. Cafe Les Baux is really easy to get to and there's plenty of parking around the restaurant. My fiancée and I loved this place! The atmosphere is very relaxed and the service is very good. I ordered the croque monsieur and it was absolutely delicious and my fiancée got the lamb burger and couldn't put it down. I highly recommend coming to this place if you're in the area, you won't be disappointed! read more

Stopped there for lunch. Small place right off the Main street in Millbrook. Nice simple ambiance, comfortable tables. All food was very tasty - Potato leak soup - very warm-feeling, perfect comfort food. Escargot were done excellently, baked under bread crumbs with just right amount of garlic. I had Croque Madame sandwich which had perfect texture and very tasty cheese. Service was nice and prompt. Keep in mind that place is pretty expensive - simple lunch for two will cost you about $60, and if you order plates, it will be $100+. The place is recommended. read more

Clean but absolutely rich French food with a compulsive attentive staff. Classic traditional French menu-Brilliant, flavorful traditional French food in a quaint NY town. Service is attentive, personalized and friendly. Highly recommend for an experience compatible to a trip to Paris. Dont miss. read more

Call this a 4.4. We stopped in for a Saturday lunch before hitting the winery. We started with soups - the asparagus and garlic (both specials) were spot on, the onion tasty, but a bit small I thought. I don't associate onion soup with Provence, but I guess it's what Americans require from French restaurants, and what my daughter wanted. Good bread and butter. Nicoise salads were very successful. A beautiful piece of fresh tuna (you usually get canned across the pond), artistically placed anchovies, egg, beans, potato. Not too much dressing. The frisee was also enjoyed, but was more of an appetizer portion (as it is in France) not a main. Luckily we ordered a side of gratin potatoes (thanks Yelp reviewers) which were excellent. Glasses of rose hit the spot. I'd go back. read more

Cafe Les Baux - Salade nicoise excellent - French Near Me - Millbrook, New York

This Reataurant is in the charming village of Millbrook NY. Set in a cute house in town it has great atmosphere. Food is excellent: pate, French onion soup, split pea soup, monkfish w noodles, steak frites - dessert chocolate mousse and creme brûlée- met the husband wife owners this place is a gem! read more

Confronted by extremely rude staff for a family event. Went in for lunch and will not return. Unpleasant experience.

This place was very good. Cute and great food. I highly recommend the onion soup and the frise salad with egg and lardons. Delicious! Good wine selection as well. No reservation was needed for lunch on a Sunday. Service was a little spotty though. read more

My husband and I have enjoyed eating at Les Baux many times over the years. Today we had some news that made us feel very relieved and in need of celebrating, so in this time of COVID we were delighted to put in our order with Seamless delivery service to have a meal prepared at Les Baux. We had the order confirmed and our card charged. First, we were told that our order would be delayed. Next, we received a message that we would not receive our order. I called Les Baux and reached a very rushed, not very interested person who said that they did not do business with any delivery service. Wasn't she talking to a customer? Hadn't we been anticipating a delicious dinner? I guess not anymore. I am very disappointed, but more so with the restaurant than the delivery service. read more

Food and service is very good. I only wish they would change up the menu once in awhile. And if trout is the "special" EVERY SUNGLE NIGHT, then just put in on the menu for God's sake and have another special posted. read more

Great food and wonderful ambiance. Consistently delicious. We've been going there regularly for five years or so, no better way to start the weekend. Really a gem. read more

This hidden gem in Dutchess county did not disappoint from start to finish. The hot chocolate, Asparagus soup, and lamb burgers completely blew me away! Service was quick and efficient, friendly and warm. I will be back for more. read more

Excelllent ambience and food. I've been eating here for over a decade and never had a bad meal or unfriendly service. The review from someone from the UK trashing the place can be taken with a grain of salt. UK not generally known for it food or culinary sophistication ... see Haggis read more

This is hands down the best French cuisine I've had in the Hudson Valley. The escargots are amazing!!! Les Baux has been our go to special occasion place for years and we've never had a meal here we did not like. My husband recommends the lamb burger and I love the mussels with pomme frites. Also, the best french martini I've ever had. Les Baux is the perfect restaurant to celebrate a romantic birthday or anniversary but also casual enough to enjoy with friends. Incredibly friendly service and a warm cozy atmosphere. read more

Went in without any expectation. Wow. The food was beyond our expectations. We had mussels and trouts. I will recommend anyone who would visit Millbrook area. read more

My family came here to celebrate my sister's birthday and it was a great alternative to the Culinary Institute of America's restaurants up the street since they're closed on Sundays. The food was yummy and decently priced, the service was wonderful, and the restaurant had a very cozy ambiance. Tucked away in a picturesque small town, this delightful little French spot was a great find for unassuming, country French food. We got the escargots (very well executed!), lamb chops, duck, pork tenderloin, and salmon, and they were all pretty delicious. The classic creme brulee was perfectly burnt, a lovely end to our meal. It's clearly a local gem as even on a Sunday night, most of the tables were occupied, and people were still coming in 30 minutes before closing. Overall, very authentic and fresh food with portions worth the money. Definitely recommend! read more

A nice casual french Bistro in Millbrook, NY. About a 40 minute drive from the Poughkeepsie Metro-North Station. We had a great Saturday lunch there of fresh ground lamb burger, frites, and Lamb chops and potatoes au gratin, and a great sampling of cheeses. They take reservations but ares didn't seem to be necessary. read more

Omg - Horrible! Don't invest your time or money!!!! So.... first of all we are foodies with my hubby, we do travel and eat in small places and 5 star restaurants as well. We do not look for labels. We came to cafe les baux since in the area touring for our 11 year wedding anniversary. Service was nice, started well with apptz and drinks yet to informed us while dessert on the table that we have 5 minutes left- " would you like some espresso since we will need this table in 5 mins" ( made reservation 2 weeks prior)......our 10 year old sits with us listening to it. I ask for owner since i could not believe server will come out with such an idea. Owner came in...gosh!!!! CHinese lady owning french bistro!!! Please im European - i know better. And she is literary arguing with us to get out telling us place is small. Food was was ok - my son sandwich was very good $13, my $36 lamb was 5 out of 10, creme brulee extremly hard sugar top and custard was not smooth at all. Not worth it. NOT A FRENCH FOOD. Overall horrible experience, owner is nasty and I felt the most unwelcomed after spending $190 bucks. She ultimately killed my anniversary day - twice, embarrassed me in front of my child so does the rest of diners. read more

Escargots was so delicious definitely get an order for the table. Not to be missed!!! The duck was phenomenal and especially due to the side of potatoes gratin. Most delicious potatoes gratin I've ever had. Great salad choices all are delicious. A+! Real French food in an unexpected place read more

Not sure what all the good reviews are about. My husband and I came here, I ordered pork he ordered munk fish. I got three giant overcooked pieces of pork, with a sauce that was too strong and frozen vegetables from a bag. The fish was gross and my husband couldn't even eat it because it tasted like it had gone bad. His fish came with overdone pasta and more frozen vegetables. We also got two appetizers. Another let down. We got cheese and fruits, thrown onto a plate that didn't even go together. Then to top it off they charged us 3 bucks for a coke and 4 bucks for a cup of coffee. Never returning. read more

Quaint French establishment. Secure a reservation beforehand. They're very popular for dinner and holidays, but they're also great for lunch! The crowd can be a who's who of the area... don't dress like a slob if you come here or you will stand out. read more

Never had a bad meal here! Been here many times over the past 10 years, lunch and dinner, eat-in and occasionally take-away. Always delicious food, decent friendly service. Highly recommended! read more

Outstanding food preparation. Had mesclun tuna salad, tuna prepared rare and great flavors. Calves liver was cooked perfectly medium rare with creamy mashed potatoes. Had Bordeaux wine special and it paired wonderfully with my meal. The service was attentive and prompt. This was a great culinary experience. Be prepared to spend some money here but the value is worth it. read more

Been here three times. First time I ordered the mussel appetizer which is so big you can eat as a meal. The 2nd time I tried the croque Monsier which was amazing. Came here tonight for dinner and had the lamb rack. Absolutely superb. My father got the curried lamb stew and the lamb was so tender it melted in your mouth. It was hard to decide who had the better meal. Everytime at the restaurant ive tried one of their soups and it never disappoints. The only downside was at times ther service seemed a little cold and pretentious. Other than that it is highly recommended. read more

Came in for lunch last week after hearing how wonderful the cafe is. We were the first people in for lunch and had to search for a hostess to seat us. Our small group ordered from the menu and nothing was very good. The French onion soup was thin, the escargots were bland and overcooked and positively swimming in oil. My burger was fine, but just a standard burger. One group member also got the lamb burger which was again bland and lacking any kind of sauce. The third group member got the hanger steak special which was cooked fine, but the wine had not been cooked out of the sauce and was very pungent. The fries were the best part of everyone's entree... Sad. I went to wash my hands in the restroom after our meal and found no soap... Not even an empty soap dispenser. I had to walk to the bar to request hand soap, which sent the staff scrambling because clearly they didn't have any. Gross. Later that afternoon and evening, all three of us had stomach pain and became sick from our meals. Such a disappointment, after hearing how good this place was a few years back. read more

My wife and I stopped in for dinner with no reservations after our visit to Millbrook Winery. We were immediately sat down and our evening was a delight from there. Ambience had a country side feel. Wonderful French music in the background. Service was outstanding. And the food was the best French cuisine I've had outside of France itself. We got a fig salad with goat cheese, escargot, mussels in wine and a filet of sole, meuniere. Absolutely amazing dinner. Too bad they are 1.5 hours from where we live. If in the area, a must try! Hats off to the owner of this establishment. They got this right! Bon appetite! read more

The star of Millbrook. Great French food, lovely service from a friendly staff. I've now dined at Cafe Les Baux three times and I've never been disappointed, except when I wanted what I'd had last time and the menu had changed. No worries, what I ordered instead (the duck) was excellent, too. Now that I'm moving from LA to NYC, I hope to come here much more often. read more

Don't hesitate to eat here. Reservations are a must for dinner. Every dish is excellent especially the broccoli soup, mussels, grilled salmon and lamb burgers. Try the chocolate mousse for dessert--it's enough for two. read more

Excellent little French restaurant in the heart of Millbrook. I started with the special garlic soup which was heavenly; my wife had the French onion, also delicious. I had the duck breast in port wine reduction. Cooked perfectly with a delicious side of fresh vegetables (the menu said Haricot Vert but it was a mix, mostly green beans, and delicious). The side of potatoes au gratin was one of the best I've ever had. The wife had steak frites, and if that was not perfect I would not be giving four stars. The food is 5 star but the ambiance and service bring it down to 4. Unfortunately, they're limited by the space they have but I wish the decor were more French bistro/Parisian cafe'. I would definitely return. read more

This is a small gem of Millbrook. Best french onion soup I've ever had, very good escargot, and friendly staff.

I go there often it's small and quaint. I've never had a bad meal there their rack of lamb and lamb burger are excellent.

My husband and I come here on special occasions. There lamb burger is really good. My go to dish is the duck which is cooked to a perfect mid-rare, although the last time I had it, it seemed a little tough and chewy but I'll forgive them this time. The gratin is so rich and scrumptious, you feel guilty with every bite. The flourless choclate cake is another rich dish, but to die for. read more

Friendly service, delicious food, nice atmosphere. My friend and I went here after she went riding on a Saturday. Though we got there without a reservation, and dresses extremely casually, we were seated right away with smiles. I started with the mussel appetizer and got the pork tenderloin as my entree. My friend ordered the esgargot and duck breast. Olives and bread came out first. The bread was fresh and tastier than I expected. The mussels came in a big bowl. I think I overdid the mussels a bit because the white wine broth was so delicious. I ended up dipping much bread in the sauce, which made me quite full for the entree. That said, the pork tenderloin came out as three medallions, a side of potatoes au gratin, and vegetables (snow peas, carrots, and broccoli). The pork was tasty though a bit on the salty side. Two medallions instead of three would have been the right amount. I had also requested the pork cooked to the chef's recommendation. I guess that was well-done because the pork was definitely thoroughly cooked. I didn't mind much because it was still juicy. I tried my friends' escargot and duck as well. Both were great, though the duck skin was a little fattier and less crispy than I prefer. We didn't get drinks because we were driving 90 minutes back. I'm only giving Les Baux four stars instead of five because the food is not as traditionally French compared to French restaurants in major US cities or Paris. It was slightly more Americanized in its huge portions, thorough cooking, and choice of vegetables. read more

I've NEVER had a bad meal here. Though it is a bit pricey I promise you will not regret spending the money, so worth it. So, so good. Get the frites, you won't be disappointed. read more

Just a great experience. Food is great! I obliterated my salad with such joy. That is a sentiment I almost never feel. Entrées were great, too. The wait staff was just the best. We were traveling north up the Taconic. Easy to get from the highway. If you're in need of a good meal while traveling, check this place out. read more

Pretty good lunch! Went here with a friend and the other reviews are spot on. Onion soup was very good and had a sandwich which was simple but outstanding because of the bread. Service was fair, did not appear to have air conditioning so it was a tad warm for my liking. but I will be back when in the area hopefully for dinner! read more

Great, food was good, service was excelent. There with wife Desi, Ryder& Tamar.

Typical French bistro with offerings of French onion soup, lamb, pate and other items. Our party of four liked their dishes, though there were no standouts on the menu. read more