Saturday Am breakfast on the patio was awesome! From the superb beignets to the light and flavorful Belgian waffle, our taste buds were cheering! Add a cappuccino to the mix for a delicious breakfast option in Charlotte! read more

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The food is wonderful, both brunch and lunch/dinner. Seating is a bit difficult, though.

Finally a good cafe that does it right!! Food is fantastic! I went a Wednesday afternoon at 12 and I had to wait for just me 20 mins ! Very very busy spot (a good sign ). But maybe if you have a group of people you should make a reservation. Food came out hot ! I do feel that it was alittle noisey with many people the music was a-little to loud. Don't go here if your trying to work or study. Only a good meal! Lol read more

Cafe Monte - Florentine Omelette - French Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

If you're looking for good French food, this is definitely the place. I love how big their menu is. This is definitely a good place for big groups because everyone should be able to find something they like. To start we had the French onion soup which was very good. For the meal I had the short rib baguette sandwich with pommes frites. The sandwich was delicious and very savory. You couldn't really taste the caramelized onions which was a bummer because their sweetness would have complemented the savory meat. The baguette was nice and soft and it looks like the cheese was broiled on top to seal it all in. The pommes frites were good if you like thin fries. The service was just okay. They are generally pretty busy so I'd recommend making a reservation or coming at an odd hour. We had a reservation at 1:30 and the service was still just okay because they were so busy. The food is great though so if recommend checking it out! read more

Cafe Monte - Short Rib Baguette - French Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

The food was absolutely amazing. Everything was cooked perfectly, the Chocolate Chaud was stellar, and I have no complaints. They were so accommodating because there was a delay to my reservation and the staff moved it with no problem! The restaurant itself is a wonderful atmosphere, I love the ambiance. It took me to Paris to say the least. I've been before and I definitely recommend the steak and eggs as well! I look forward to returning! read more

Cafe Monte - Chocolat Chaud - French Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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My favorite lunch in the Queen City! Always consistent and BUSY! Staff are fast and efficient for such a high quality menu. The F.O.S. is one of the best I have ever tasted. Bistro steak is spot on, and the mussels are poached perfectly in their shells; no orange rubbery overcooked morsels here! Frites are also spot on. Don't forget to order extra bread for dipping! Eat here whenever I'm in town. It read more

If you're looking for a brunch, this is the spot. Our food was delicious. I ordered the quiche, which was very light and seemed crustless as the flavors complimented each so well. We shared a Belgium waffle that was light and airy and absolutely delicious! The reason for 4 instead of 5 stars was simply service. Our server was aloof, which is the only way i can accurately describe him. I asked for any specials that day or for anything he would recommend and he pointed to the brunch section and said "people order here". I asked if i could have the spinach salad as my side with the quiche instead of the house and he replied yes. I would have liked to have been aware of the $6 up charge. I would have probably still ordered it but it would have been nice for that to have been communicated We told him it was our anniversary and received a blank stare. There were empty tables around us so no i don't think he was "too busy" he was just aloof We did have a delightful (guessing manager) who brought over 2 glasses of champagne, that had been ordered from our kids and at the end of our meal a box of macaroons also from our kids. She was kind and chatted with us offering smiles and "thank you for coming in" And those macaroons were worth the visit! read more

Cafe Monte - Omelette and the Belgian Waffle - French Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

The Crepes and Freshly made meals are amazing and quite filling! There Flavored Cappuccinos are also a must try! Friendly staff and great service! read more

I visit Cafe Monte whenever I'm in town. The atmosphere is so relaxing, the food is excellent and my server, Lisa provides exceptional service. I live in Washington, DC and have the opportunity to visit several very nice restaurants. Lisa is hands down the best server that I have encountered. Go to this restaurant for a wonderful meal and experience! read more

We really wanted to love this place. Warm flat sparkling wine replaced with warm flat prosecco. Cold food. They took the food off the bill, so hopefully it was just a bad day. I hate to complain. Not a great birthday lunch. read more

Cafe Monte - What we expected and what we received. - French Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Say outside for Sunday brunch and had the best service and food!! I've never been to Paris but if it's anything like this I'll be a happy girl!! read more

Cafe Monte - Beef Short Rib Baguette Sandwich Duck Confit & Waffles - French Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I've been trying to get to this spot for some time now. The restaurant is very welcoming. If you are sensitive to loud spaces, this is clearly not the choice for you. However, if you don't mind a robust and lively restaurant, you'll be just fine. The drinks are delicious. I tried an old fashioned, which is my go to. The French onion soup is super flavorful, I thoroughly enjoyed it. I also ordered the crab cake benedict, which was mediocre in my opinion, but I'm a Baltimore girl so I'm use to jumbo lump crab cakes. Definitely check this spot out, you wont be disappointed!! read more

Cafe Monte - CRAB CAKE BENEDICT - French Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

A true Charlotte gem! I can't believe I've lived in Charlotte for 15 years and only just now tried Cafe Monte. Ordered the Croque Madame and it was glorious, cheesy, ham-y, deliciousness. Perfectly balanced with salad on the side, but wouldn't judge you for opting for fries. Service was splendid. Coffee and water always kept full and my food came out unbelievably quick. This is a spot I'll be bookmarking for when I have out of town guests and, of course, when the craving for another Croque Madame hits (like next week). read more

Cafe Monte - Croque Madame with side salad - French Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Nice bar and restaurant ambiance. Prices are reasonable. Brie en croute was excellent. Fresh soups were delicious. Shrimp risotto was good. Service was very good. Mostly French food selections here. read more

Best service, friendly people, good food; the brunch is the best in the city, short ribs are a must try. The best croissant both chocolate and almond another must try! read more

Great European Flavored Coffee, reminded me of Italy's Coffee! Perfect French Onion soup just what the doctor ordered! I'm my own doctor...it was well worth the 26 min drive! Chicken Salad was very tasty it was made with grapes and nuts in it, yummy! A bit Pricy menu prices; but for the sandwich was a large portion and could possible be split between two people. The 1/2 soup 1/2 salad combo $16, with no bread or side item, that was a bit high for the potion size. We definitely will return for a cup of coffee and a pastry... read more

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6 of us went to Cafe Monte for my birthday. We preordered lobster for the Friday night lobster special 2 weeks ahead of time. When we were served our lobster, it looked as though they stuffed tid bits of lobster in a used shell and green slime covered the meat. I asked why a green slime was on the lobster meat and was told it was "brains" by the waiter. Everyone should know that a lobster with a green substance on it is spoiled lobster. When we asked for the manager, he apologized and said they had run out of lobster. So where did they get the spoiled lobster they tried to serve me??? The manager didn't handle the situation professionally at all. The restaurant ruined my birthday. We preordered the lobster, so why did they try to serve me spoiled lobster. The cost for 2 bites of the spoiled lobster was 52.00. I refused the lobster altogether and was served short ribs. The manager charged us for the short ribs that I didn't want in the first place. Will NEVER go back to this place!!! Awful read more

My first time at Cafe Monte and it was a hit! Nestled just beyond South Park Mall, Cafe Monte is a quaint and charming French Bistro. Menu - expansive. It's soooo hard to pick what to get because there are so many good choices. Lucky for them, it means I must go back to try the items I didn't choose today! Staff - friendly, knowledgeable, and safe (taking all the COVID measures seriously) Drinks - opted for a latte, just what I needed. Food - ordered the crab cake sandwich on a brioche bun and fries. DELISH. I actually brought home 1/2 of the sandwich because it's a decent size portion. Finished off with some beignets as we wanted something sweet to end the meal. They came to the table piping hot (just how I like). The strawberry jam - must add. 10/10 would recommend. Cannot wait to eat my way through the rest of the menu! read more

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Stopped by for dinner with a friend as it was close to where I was staying. The food was very good. The trout was cooked perfectly and the accompanying green beans and potatoes were good. The server was polite. Even though the restaurant was busy, our food came quickly. read more

Simply put - the food here is Amazing! Chef John and his staff definitely know what they are doing. My friend suggested we attend their wine pairing dinner that they have the last Tuesday of every month. The wine dinner is about $60 a person. They pair a glass of wine with each course of the meal. When we arrived and I scanned the crowd, I honestly wasn't sure what I had agreed to. It was an older crowd and I honestly was prepared for bland and boring food. But I was blown away from the very first bite. The food is made with love and passion. You taste it in every mouthful. I can't even begin to tell you what my favorite course was because everything was delicious. They had these potatoes that were individually sliced and then stacked back together. It created so much texture within that potato - I was mind blown. We had oysters that were sweet, fresh and the epitome of what seafood should be. The duck was tender and paired so well. The wine they paired each course - amazing. I'm not a big wine drinker but there wasn't a wine I didn't enjoy. We conversed with a few other couple and found out that this was a fan fave among them all. Many couples attested this was their favorite wine dinner in town. So much cheaper than other places and the food was the best. I can't confirm how much cheaper than others but you guys, the food is nothing short of amazing. The night they have the wine pairing dinner - they are still open to public patrons so it's just the back part of the restaurant that is designated for the wine dinner. The wine is available to purchase by the bottle after dinner - at a great discount! And the courses featured on their wine pairing dinner are items not on their menu. It allows Chef John the ability to showcase his talent. So yeah - make your reservation now for their next wine dinner. It's always the last Tuesday of the month. You will not be disappointed. Just heed my advice when I tell you to take an Uber or Lyft. The wine will be flowing. It's very intimate even the restaurant is still open. Chef John came out after dinner and spoke to everyone that came out. He's got a cult following apparently. People had gifts for him! So enough of that - it was just so good that I went back for restaurant week last night. Again, delicious. The food here is definitely some of the best eats you'll get in Charlotte. I'm a fan. I had the jerk pork tenderloin with coconut rice. It was so much food. I should have taken some home. But gluttony took over because I couldn't stop eating this meal. It had the perfect balance of all flavors - sweet, spicy, salty, bitterness (from the side of broccolini). I mean I'm writing this and now I want to go back. Like today. My only regret is that I've lived in Charlotte for four years before ever coming here. read more

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Gracious Sunday Brunch Time for another Sunday Brunch after Church. Has become a bit of a concern with the new puppy because my wife does not want to leave him alone. You always hear about separation anxiety with pets but I always though they were talking about the animal and not the owner. In any case, it worked out perfectly. Could not get a reservation till 12:30 but since we get out of Church in Davidson at10:30am, it gave us a chance to split up the morning. Drove home and took him for a nice long walk, played with him a bit and back into his crate for a nice nap. Left Cornelius at 11:45 am to allow time for construction traffic on I-77 and got to the restaurant with a couple of minutes to spare. Walked in and with our reservations, we were immediately seated at a small table near the back. Cozy and intimate atmosphere that carries the feel of a French Cafe or Bistro well. Love the pictures throughout the building. Our server was there momentarily with menus and gave us time to review but the beverages and the regular offering as well. I ordered a cup of the Dark French Roast which was perfect. Good and bold yet still smooth. My wife ordered an Espresso Martini which she enjoyed as well. Sounded a bit unusual but then again I used to enjoy Irish Coffee so in the same ballpark. We had reviewed the menu on line before we drove down and my wife had spied a Beef and Asparagus Crepe she wanted to try. Unfortunately it was not on the menu but when she inquired about it, she was told that it was on the dinner menu and they could offer that as well for Brunch. Score one for the restaurant on the Customer Service side. I ordered the Fruit de Mer (Sea) Omelet and it turned out to be one of the best omelets I have ever had. Great variety with smoked salmon, crab and lobster and I think a little shrimp in there as well. Perfectly done. The Toast was good and the side of fruit, while a bit heavy on melon was also good. Easy to see why this place was voted one of the top 100 places in the US for Brunch. Great menu and execution, great customer service and an elegant dining atmosphere. Easily going to be a favorite. read more

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Cute little restaurant, was expecting more of a cafe vibe but was definitely okay with a restaurant. We had our baby in a stroller and it seemed like it was going to be a problem from the hostess but after "making space for it" and headed back to our table I didn't understand the little fuss over the stroller. The place is quiet large and I was able to maneuver and park her just fine. My husband and I both ordered the Croque Madam Sandwich. It was quite tasty, not the best we've had but all in all good. We had the option for fries or salad, we both got salads. It was some mixed greens with diced cucumbers and tomatoes with a white balsamic; simple but yummy. We'll be back to try other menu items, it all seemed so good! read more

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A memorable restaurant experience, despite the long wait. Started brunch off with café at lait and beignets, of course. We went on a Tuesday around 11 am, and there was a 35 minute wait, but we were glad to get in. Brunch served until 3 pm. Beautiful interior, and nice staff! Expect a wait for your food, and be sure to order those beignets! I was very happy with my mushroom and chicken crepe! read more

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I have been to Cafe Monte several times and what I will say is that they dont disappoint. The service is awesome and the food is absolutely delicious. On both days I went in on the weekend. The first time it was pre pandemic, and packed to the max on a sunday. The last time that I went it was on a saturday and close to closing time. There was a nice crowd, but not super packed. I ordered the crab and shrimp crepes and the crab salad. The crepes were simply decadent! The creamy sauce which was rich and smooth perfectly complemented the texture of the crepes and the sweetness of the seafood. The salad was light and refeshing. There was a light vinagrette on the salad that I really enjoyed. My friend ordred the salmon which came with veggies. She said that her food was really good as well. I cant wait to find my way back over there! read more

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First time here and I absolutely loved this place better food, better prices, and less stuffy than another French restaurant in CLT. Staff was friendly. Their bread service was AMAZING seriously where is that bread from!? I got the chicken with pomme purée and it was delicious. My only small recommendation would be to have some jus to go with this dish. Will 100% be back again soon. read more

Cafe Monte - French Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

The food and service is ten star. The quality of the food is just amazing. The Sunday morning brunch is one of the very best that I have had. I have been all over the world. This is a outstanding place to dine at read more

The beignets were airy, light and fluffy! They are a must try! If you're in the mood for breakfast the French country breakfast is a perfect American classic. Our server is attentive and helped us decide from the expansive menu . Our food came out very quickly. I'm very impressed by cafe Monte, I will be coming back. read more

The food was good and a much larger portion than expected for the price. The staff all were friendly that we were exposed to. Cool environment as well. My problem was mostly how slow everything was. We had a 5:45 pm reservation and arrived on time. We were promptly seated and greeted by the waitress in a timely manner. But from the ordered drinks including beer and wine taking a while and then apps and main courses it took a longer than believed time to complete. I would probably eat there again to see if it was just a bad day. read more

Love the ambience and love the food. One of the best places in charlotte to have a good brunch / breakfast. Been there few times and will continue to. Omelettes, egg benedict all are really good and coffee is good too. Will always go there again and again. read more

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Amazing place. It is like stepping into happiness, great french country ambience, music, and SO many delicious options. Also have to thank Brittany the bar tender for excellent recommendations, and the cappuccino was one of the best I've ever had. read more

Cafe Monte - French Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I made reservations a month in advance, and I am so glad I did! The place was packed. Even on Saturday morning at 9:30! Our server Diana gave us great recommendations. We started with the Beignets...which were so good I could have eaten 10! For my meal I got the crab cakes benedict with a side of bacon. It was delicious. The mimosa litter is the way to go, more bang for your buck if you have a big party! Overall a great experience. I can't wait to go again and get some of the other appetizers. read more

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I went to Cafe Monte with my bf for Valentine's Day and it was SO GOOD. Espresso martini was amazing and so was my bf's cocktail. We got the escargot and my fave part was probably the bread... fresh and warm and they brought more when we asked. Lisa our server was so great and gave me a great recommendation - chicken and mushroom crepe. Holy cow. I haven't had a savory crepe like that before and it was a huge portion and so full of flavor. Tonight we're going to dinner for our anniversary and were on the way to another place and on the way cancelled our reservation and called to make a rez at Cafe Monte instead LOL. So we are headed there now and i will need to resist ordering the same thing so i can try more of the menu!! So excited. 10/10 read more

One of my top brunch spots in Charlotte! And it's a great date spot. The atmosphere feels like you could be sipping a cappuccino in France. The Hot Beignets with confection are a must starter. And you definitely want to get a drink from the Cafe. I usually go for the Cafe Au Lait ... Picture in the review. They will also give you free refills of regular drip coffee with a Cafe purchase. Today I got the Brioche French Toast with a side of bacon, and it was amazing! Best French toast around and the bacon is a fantastic side. Bacon is a little on the salty side, but didn't bother me. We felt very safe in the restaurant. All servers wear masks and they keep tables socially distant. They also do a great job of wiping/disinfecting each table after you leave. read more

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Enjoyed Cafe Monte this morning for a business meeting / breakfast. The food was very good and the wait staff was attentive. They allow for reservations and they are conveniently located in the South Park area of Charlotte. The prices were very reasonable. I would visit again. read more

Always been my favorite restaurant in the city but lately, service and quality have taken a bit of a dive. Servers go MIA after placing your order and it takes 10-15 minutes to be greeted. I've found sitting at the bar to be a better level of service. read more

I have had many good dinners at Cafe Monte over the years but tonight's Trout Amandine was a big disappointment. It was so salty that I could only eat about 2/3s of it. And it burned my mouth with excess salt and made my stomach hurt. I won't order it again. My dining companions enjoyed their salmon and crepe entrees. Hopefully tonight's unsatisfactory trout was just an aberration. read more

French onion soup - delicious Duck confit and potato salad - could go lighter on the mustard; it was overwhelming Risotto - wonderful! A must try. Beignets - not on the menu but delicious in a French way, not NOLA way, all the same (big thanks to our server for letting us know it was available) read more

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We came here for brunch after a run and loved it. We had reservations for 9:45am and the place was really busy, but they sat us right away. I ordered a breakfast crepe and it was divine! Everyone else at my table loved their breakfast orders, also. The carafe of mimosa was also good and reasonably priced when split between three of us. read more

Cafe Monte - Litter of mimosa - French Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Celebrated my birthday here with several friends. Love the atmosphere and the food is always delish. Service was great and consistent. If you haven't been, check it out! read more

My favorite brunch, lunch, & dinner in Charlotte. I go everytime I come back home! The best brunch items in my opinion are the omelettes & quiches! I also loooove their mussels & recommend their endless mussels on wednesday! I recommend you make a reservation tho, it is so popular it gets really busy!!! read more

Cafe Monte - Really cozy - French Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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