Good service. Unfortunately, mediocre French food. 85858585858585858585858585858585 read more

We took my sister here for breakfast on Saturday. Somehow she had lived in Charlotte for many years and never eaten here. I decided to give the crabcake Benedict another chance and glad I did. There was one extremely tiny bit of shell but nothing to complain about. My food was awesome. She enjoyed her crabcake Benedict as well. My husband enjoyed his omelette. my only issue was the service. They have a ton of weight staff, but it seems like we were waiting forever to get anything. I asked for hot sauce when we ordered, and again when our food was brought to the table. We ended up having to flag down our waiter to get some. Same thing with the check. make sure to get a reservation. They do take walk-ins, but you might end up sitting at the bar or outside. read more

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

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Cafe Monty has it all! Each of us had a different breakfast entrée and each loved it. The ambience was fantastic with a cozy feeling in a room that has a few other tables in it. Our waiter was excellent, personable and funny! We will return. read more

Definitely an old school set up but hey why mess with it if it works ! I loved this French themed place from the minute I walked in. You feel like you're in a Parisian cafe . Service was excellent with the lovely Anna. She was on the ball the whole time and super sweet and efficient. Loved her! We got there earlier than our reservation but they were able to seat us in a couple of mins. We had a nice back table part booth part chairs. Only thing I'd say is maybe change up the indoor chairs! They are the same chairs they have outside! The coffee! Delicious! I had a cappuccino with skim and made dry. Perfect string coffee and not too much milk just how I love it! My friends had the cappuccino also and cafe au lait. All served in the lovely bowl cups nice and hot. We ordered the beignets first. Wow! These are a must get ! Served with lots of powdered sugar and steaming hot. Delicious doughy soft and slightly sweet. Perfect with our coffees. Then we ordered the chicken and mushroom crepes. To share this is the way to go otherwise good luck finishing this bad boy. Lots of chicken and mushrooms with the lovely slightly citrusy Madeira sauce. Yum. This was super different brunch item but very French ! I loved how the citrus sauce complemented the meat and the crepe itself was nice and thin and covered in the sauce. Highly recommended this ! The smoked salmon croissant with dill creme fraiche was also delicious. Lots of salmon slices and lettuce , tomatoes and cucumber . Dip it in the creme fraiche and this was nice and lighter alternate to the crepe. So fresh and flavorful. Loved the dill flavor. The French fries were also perfect pomme frites ! With the garlic aioli great side. Nice skinny and crispy. Everything here is on point and I just loved the feel of the place. It was definitely just for Sunday brunch. Love the varied menu from most average menus. Had some classics but loved the French additions. Nice bar area where you can eat too or just have coffee and pastries. Or cocktails. Cafe Monte I can see why your an established restaurant! So glad I finally got to try it out. read more

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Food was delicious and the service was amazing! Had great recommendations and will be back. I had the duck and it was juicy and flavourful. Others at our table had the short rib, chicken and trout and all of them loved their dishes. We ended with coconut cake for dessert which was delicious! read more

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Cafe monte serves absolutely delicious food without doubt . Service is amazing - very thoughtful waitress who gave suggestions and various option to consider . The waitress time was little over 20 minutes despite after a reservation. The crab / lobster and veggie crepes were too amazing . The place is a casual hangout place & noise level is little high considering it's not a very huge place . Overall experience is good read more

Cafe Monte - French Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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I had a private lunch here yesterday and the entire staff was wonderful. The events manager Kahli was on top of all my requests and was great to work with. The private room is bright and beautiful and provided the perfect backdrop for my French themed event. Unfortunately I don't have any photos of the food. Was too busy socializing and eating. Lol. Special thanks to Matthew, Christina and the pastry chef who made a special order of pistachio and lemon macarons and boxed them up individually for my guests in advance. We are a lively group and the waitstaff was very accommodating and cordial at every turn. We will be back! read more

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Such an amazing menu. Crepes, onion soup, short rib sandwich, salads, and quiche are all fantastic. Good drink menu as well

Good food! Very nice place! Definitely a great place to share with friends! Gran comida y excelente ambiente para compartir con amigos. read more

Ah, Café Monte, where the dreams of a repeat magical dining experience go to wither on the vine--or, in this case, get lost in translation from the kitchen to our table. My first visit was akin to a culinary ballet, each dish pirouetting onto our table with grace and flavor. So, with memories of that delightful experience, I decided to take my mom, who was visiting, for what I hoped would be an encore presentation of gastronomic excellence. Unfortunately, what we got felt more like a dress rehearsal gone awry. Let's start with the service. Imagine, if you will, a team of servers who've taken the phrase "stiff upper lip" a tad too seriously. Their approach to hospitality seemed to hinge on a belief that smiles are a finite resource, not to be squandered on mere customers. I half-expected them to break into a Victorian-era etiquette lesson at any moment. Now, onto the culinary misadventures. My order of a gluten-free waffle seemed straightforward enough. I mean, it's a waffle, right? How complicated can it get? Well, as it turns out, quite a bit if you're expecting flambé bananas and end up with a lonely puddle of flambé sauce instead. A metaphor for unmet expectations, perhaps? Meanwhile, my mom, ever the optimist, tackled the French country breakfast. Her review? "It's okay." And in the world of mom reviews, "okay" is a polite euphemism for "I've had better breakfasts at a gas station." But the pièce de résistance was the Café Diablo, a concoction so potent I'm convinced it could double as rocket fuel. After a few sips of what I can only describe as liquid regret, I found myself flagging down a server for an emergency coffee infusion to dilute the assault on my taste buds. The drink's only saving grace was that it was, indeed, very good at being alcoholic. As we wrapped up our meal, I couldn't help but wonder about those rave reviews. Perhaps Café Monte excels in a parallel universe where bananas flambé themselves and coffee doesn't taste like it's plotting your demise. But in our universe, our experience left much to be desired. So, to those considering Café Monte for their next dining adventure, I say: go for the ambiance, stay for the unintentional comedy. And maybe bring your own bananas, just in case. read more

Cafe Monte - GLUTEN FREE BELGIAN WAFFLE - French Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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We were visiting from NJ, wanting to have brunch at "something different" and came across this wonderful Cafe. We started with a French Martini. The French onion soup was delicious. For our meals we had Beef Short Rib Baguette and Chicken and Wild Mushroom Crepes. Both were good size portions and absolutely delectable!! The service was prompt, and our server Brian was very personable and made our experience that much more enjoyabl. We'll be back next time we're in Charlott!!!!! read more

Cafe au lait was good and decaff espresso very good in a big cup. really Liked the croissant toasted with butter and jam. The chocolate pastry cookie was really good too. I'd come back here again for the coffee and pastry. Haven't tried the dinner menu yet. read more

I come here with my coworkers. I've been thrice so far. It's cute, decent, fills up quick for breakfast/brunch. Definitely need a reservation. The first time I came I had a better experience I feel. My most recent visit I had the duck and waffles with a side of berries. The fruit here is ALWAYS FRESH. The waffle was cooked to perfection. Light, fluffy, slight crisp, good light crunch, golden. I was disappointed in the duck. I just did not enjoy the way it was seasoned and I LOVE duck. I just won't order it again the future if I return. We also discovered this time around, there's a separate secret room to the right they sat us in lol. read more

Cafe Monte - Duck Confit & Waffles - French Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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We were very happy with everything. The service was exceptional. The food was fresh and delicious. Matt our waiter was outstanding. Even the hostess that seated us was amazingly polite. Great customer service is a breath of fresh air anymore. To the owner and manager - - you are doing a great job! read more

Went for dinner and we ordered the French onion soup, kale salad, duck confit, and beef bourg. The main entrees were fantastic! The duck confit is cooked to perfection as it is tender and moist! The beef bourg is also amazing. Also tender and moist. Both dishes were full of flavor. Great portion size! Great atmosphere and fantastic service! read more

Cafe Monte - Beef Bourguignon - French Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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I was in the mood for dessert. I walked over from my hotel while in town. There was parking. The place was packed. Very popular spot. I ordered at the bar and they got to me quickly. I probably should have gotten something else but I love creme brûlée so figured I would order it since my walk wasn't far. It didn't take long for the order to be filled. Got back to the room and enjoyed but was a little smashed up but overall very tasty. I would love to go back and check out the full menu. read more

Cafe Monte - French Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Had brunch at Cafe Monte. The food was excellent but the service was mediocre. The restaurant was crowded. To sit at a table the wait was 40 minutes. Yikes! That's a long time for breakfast. We opted for the bar. I ordered a coffee which the pot was immediately across from me. Our waiter never served me my coffee. 15 minutes go by as I watch him make countless cappuccino's. I reminded him and he still didn't serve me. So, I canceled my coffee because I was frustrated that he ignored me. We waited an unusually long time for our food. When we did get it .... It was amazing. We had an appointment so we had to take half of it to go but the food was great. read more

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Good food, good atmosphere and attentive waitress! I forgot her name. She was great even for a busy night.

I cannot say enough good things about Cafe Monte! We decided to stop by on a Saturday morning for breakfast and I am so glad we did! Get there early - it fills up fast. The beignets were absolutely incredible. Crispy on the outside, doughy on the inside, and dusted with the most deliciously delicate powdered sugar. The jelly served alongside the beignets was delicious as well. We were really impressed with the serving size for the price. The Parisian omelette was HUGE and served with a side of fruit, 2 slices of multigrain toast, and a skillet potato. I rarely ever take home leftovers from breakfast but today, I did! I also loved the atmosphere. There is a grab and go bakery area in the front as you walk in, if you don't want to be seated. I definitely want to go back and try the bottomless mussels on Wednesday nights! I'll keep you posted if I find out about other deals. Great spot! read more

Cafe Monte - 2 Parisian Omelettes - French Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Had a great time w the fam here for a Super Bowl day brunch. Samantha was a fun and transparent host with the most . Get a beignet, and a mimosa pitcher to start the experience! read more

Make reservations so you dont have to wait! I went with a friend that has frequently dined here. It was good to see them care about her well-being. Our server was Paul, and he was a great server. He bought over some champagne due to me celebrating receiving my degree. I decided on a salad with a croissant. Food was very tasty. My dining partner enjoyed her good as well. I will return to get the other yummy things I saw! read more

Cafe Monte - Chilled Lobster Salad - French Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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This is one of my favorite places to eat I have tried different things here and have been pleasantly impressed with all. The service is great and even though it is small I usually don't need to wait long but, while I do wait I feel comfortable the best of all my Delicious food always comes out hot and fresh! read more

Absolutely terrible service and the last time I'll be here. The waiter and manager were extremely dismissive. We sat down and the table was sticky. I asked if we can get the table cleaned, but the waiter brought napkins instead. I ordered petite filet steak frites cooked medium well and it came back overcooked. The steak was poorly seasoned and unappetizing too. We brought this to the attention of our waiter, but he was dry and unapologetic. The manager came to our table with a similar attitude. It was clear that they just wanted to leave since we arrived an hour before closing. I'm disappointed after having a decent experience here prior. read more

Cafe Monte - Petite filet steak frites - French Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Great brunch. First time going and I couldn't be more impressed by food and service. Will definitely visit again.

A one and done for me. The overall vibe of this place is "ok." My husband and I came here on a Saturday afternoon, no reservation, but were able to snag a table for 2 outside. Our table was right underneath a speaker so it made for difficult conversation while a mix of Parisian and American music were playing. I found the menu to be overwhelming so it took a couple looks to figure out exactly what I wanted. I opted for the French onion soup, side salad, and 3 beignets. The food took about 40 minutes to arrive which was surprising. Overall the food was good and I really enjoyed the champagne vinaigrette dressing on my salad. My soup was nice and hot, served in a traditional lions head bowl, and had plenty of cheese/bread/onions. The beignets were forgettable. read more

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First place I've ever tried the escargot... oh and don't forget to grab a macaroon or a dozen. on the way out. Service was top notch and food hit the spot. Definitely a favorite of ours in town read more

Cafe Monte - French Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Even though this restaurant shares a parking lot with other businesses there is enough parking for their customers. When you walk in the restaurant you notice the Italian decor. They have indoor and outdoor dining. We had a great waiter that provided excellent service. For the food I was not impressed. I feel like I could have went to IHOP for better tasting food. My caramel latte was amazing! However don't go by my taste buds, you may have a different experience. At this time my first visit was my last. read more

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I decided to go somewhere special so a friend and I went to Cafe Monte. We made a reservation for noon. The parking can be tricky being near Whole Foods. Seating wait upon arrival about five minutes. It is a quaint place. Like a French bistro. We ordered beignets and escargot for appetizers. Then I ordered duck confit and waffles with a delicious berry compote. My friend had seafood omelette with potato, fruit, and toast with a side of sausage and waffle. I ordered lemon curd tart to go. Average price for eating nowadays. The food quality was worth the cost. We will return and I recommend them highly. read more

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It genuinely feels like you stepped into France when walking through the doors at Cafe Monte. The vibes are incredible between the decor and overall feel making it a very comfortable dining experience. The beef short rib baguette was insanely flavorful and meat was tender as can be. Also tried the lobster crepe which was delicate light and divine. Our waiter was super attentive and helpful throughout our time there as well. Would highly recommend! read more

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

This was an interesting experience.... I brought my parents here to celebrate their 12th wedding anniversary and made a reservation well in advance. The hostess was nice, but we still waited about 20 mins to be seated. No biggie, I understand staffing issues are a tough thing these days. We were seated outside, which was perfect since it was a beautiful Sunday. Our server was a little off and I don't even recall his name, which is probably for the best because he seemed to be a little pretentious. I rarely say things like this in reviews but I was so upset by his initial attitude and a few rude comments, ONLY because my parents were with me and that type of thing is something I will never tolerate. Treat me bad, but not my parents, especially while we are out celebrating such a milestone. He eventually seemed to lighten up or de-stress (who knows) and our brunch got slightly better from there. I ordered a mimosa carafe for the table. My glass had something black floating in it and the carafe looked used and unwashed...but I only asked for a new glass and didn't even make a fuss. At this point I just wanted my parents to enjoy their anniversary brunch and didn't want to make matters worse. I ordered the duck and waffles, which was pretty tasty. My parents loved their food too, so yay for that. We also ordered the beignets and I loved those! We had two beignets leftover so I asked for a box to take them home and our server said he'd box them for me. Then came back and said someone accidentally threw them away so he gave me a box of macarons instead...this was also pretty irritating since I didn't order macarons. BUT they were fantastic so I guess this ended up being okay. Can't say I'd return again, unfortunately. Perhaps this was a bad day for them but after this experience I think I'll venture elsewhere for brunch with my VIPs. read more

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My friends and I came here for a bachelorette party brunch and had a very positive experience. The food is casual French cafe style. The Eggs Benedict were a favorite, and the Chicken and Mushroom Crêpes were a surprising favorite. Our server was fun, our mimosas were tasty, and the ambiance was perfect to start our weekend. read more

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I ordered the swordfish. It did not look at all like the picture on website. Just dry and no seasonings. The roasted potatoes were old. They give you a free dessert on your birthday. My twin and I were celebrating our 70th birthday. They only gave us one dessert to share. no ice for our water. read more

The ambience and decor are enchanting and the food is delicious, but, good luck if you have any type of problem UNLESS YOU ASK FOR THE MANAGER - her name is SUSAN. She's a gifted multi-tasker who listens to you sympathetically, while simultaneously solving your problem. You feel as if you're really being heard, not simply patronized so the next customer can be dealt with. She made the entire experience a magical one ! read more

Our ladies luncheon for December was held at Café Monte. There were 20+ attending. They put us in a beautifully decorated room and took very good care of us. My compliments to the servers and to the kitchen staff. The food was great. Everyone had a lovely time. read more

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Cafe Monte is a great place to eat! I've been a handful of times and have always had great food and service, and on my last visit, this was no different. Great food options are available and can please any appetite. The restaurant is Parisian inspired and therefore, the food options are as well. Some of my favorites are the crepes and seafood omelet. Service was great and the waitress not only kept up with our order, but also came back multiple times to check on things. It's located in Phillips Plaza, where there are tons of food options, other retail establishments, and plenty of parking. It's a great location, with great food! Definitely give them a try if you are in the area or passing through. read more

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Brunch at cafe monte is fabulous! Must order the Beignets! Our waitress was very attentive and kind, I wish I remembered her name. The brunch menu is expansive from crepes to French toast to omelettes and salads. They offer gluten free Belgian waffles and they are so fluffy, I wish I knew their secret. Thoroughly enjoyed the atmosphere and our time at the cafe! read more

Cafe Monte - Beignet and bellini - French Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Since the plan was for us to go shopping afterwards at Southpark Mall, I suggested starting with lunch here at noon...and realized there was a wait list. Luckily, the wait wasn't too long...and we lucked into a great patio table outside (and the weather was perfect for it)! As always, I ordered a basket of Beignets to share...then for the entree, I ordered the Chicken Croissant with Fries. The Chicken Croissant wasn't anything extraordinary, but it was pretty good. Thought their Skinny Fries were better this time...not as heavily saturated as last time. As usual, I loved the Beignets more than anything. My friend ordered the French Onion Soup and Lobster and Crab Crepes. Now, I remember that when I ordered the Lobster and Crab Crepes months ago, it was WAY too soggy. I couldn't see or taste the crepes...it almost felt as if I was eating soup. Well, that wasn't the case this time. Her version was much improved...and you could actually see the crepes. Not sure if it tasted any better, but sure looked better! Couldn't tell if my friend liked the French Onion Soup, but surprisingly, it didn't look too great. I've seen much better versions in half a dozen lesser restaurants in Charlotte alone. Of course, it could have tasted great regardless! We also ordered drinks... I had Bloody Mary for once in a long time, and my friend had French Martini (I think?). Well, my Bloody Mary tasted really good, but it was fairly plain looking, in a typical glass cup. Well, as is usually the case here, I loved the ambiance more than anything. They even played perfect French ambiance music out on the patio! Honestly, their food and drinks were disappointing to me (again). I don't know...maybe I expect too much from this place (given how nice it is??), but I'm often disappointed with the quality of the foods or the weak presentation. I just feel that they could do better, but often falls short on delivery. Still, their ambiance made up for it. In fact, their patio dining experience was great enough to rate back up to 4 stars. If only I felt as passionate about all of their foods (and drinks?) as much as I do about the ambiance here. read more

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Visited Cafe Monte on a beautiful autumn day. Available dining inside as well as outside. While it was quite busy, I appreciated how quickly the hostess seated us. I have served in a Cafe before, so I am familiar with the challenges during peak times of dining. I observed that the hostess who sat us also bussed a table. I appreciate when this is done because it demonstrates team work in the staff & makes more tables available. Our server Antionio, was very attentive. Though it was quite busy, he still maintained great service. I loved having an authentic cappuccino today, and appreciated the presentation too! So much lovelier than the fast food version. Sometimes one wants to savor their meal and coffee, which we defintely did here today. The only thing that I would caution on is the parking. There were several signs that read " Allen Tate parking only others will be towed!" Thankfully we did find parking , but we did have to search for a space. All in all though, it was a delightful treat at Cafe Monte today. Merci Beaucoup, Pastor Michelle 866-987-7729 Free 24/7 prayer line read more

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Matt was a very attentive server... kept water glasses full! Onion soup was delicious! Also had Tuna melt with the famous French fries! read more

Cafe Monte - Tuna Nicoise - French Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I have been here a few times and have always had a great experience and today was no exception. There is a big drink menu and food menu. I went with the French Toast and it was delicious. This place is always busy so be sure to make a reservation. They are busy so you may wait a little longer for your server to come around but ours was so polite and sweet so it wasn't a problem. Overall I really enjoy the brunch here and keep it in the rotation. read more