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    C'est La Vie

    3.8 (376 reviews)
    Closed 7:30 am - 9:30 pm

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    Moderate noise
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    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Croissant au Jambon with potatoes
    Mark M.

    Stopped in after the farmers market for a quick bite. We were greeted and was fortunate to have an outdoor seat on a beautiful morning. I ordered the ham and cheese croissant with potatoes. The food came out quick and looked amazing. The croissant was still flaky after being covered in the delicious cheese and over easy egg. Overall, it was a great breakfast to start the day!

    Cappuccino
    Carlos R.

    Nice place, French style... too small for the traffic but good food and pastries. Service French way.. not super super but ok. The pate delicious, hogs presentation.. recommended. Just need more eating room..

    Chocolate Eclair
    David M.

    Looking for an awesome breakfast/lunch place with some of the best fresh pastries around. Then C' est La Vie is where you want to be. Everything and I mean everything is fresh, cooked perfectly and the service is fantastic. It is a small place inside but they also have a nice patio area with umbrella covered tables. Give them a try, you won't be disappointed.

    Priscilla L.

    Coffee was great! Pastries were amazing! The crepes were just ok but they're big so you can share with someone... small place but feels homey... the younger staff is nice! There is an older gentleman there that owns the place maybe and he kind of hovers which is a little uncomfortable and when I asked him for napkins he sent someone else which is kind of odd but other than that it's a nice spot.

    Britt L.

    Lovely place for breakfast in the area. Lots of good French food options! We ordered a Normandy crepe, ham and Swiss baguette & croissant. Cafe au lait was divine and one of our top 5's. Pastries were all tasty. Croissant could be a bit more on the "crispy" side but delish nonetheless. Give this place a try! Service was decent despite how busy it was.

    Mama O.

    I'm bumping my rating up to 5 stars for this place. It's become one of our favorites!! Yes, it gets busy & can be overcrowded at times & the waitresses can be rushed & a bit short but c'mon that's 100% the feel of an authentic French cafe!!! Once you enter you will feel like you've been transported to Paris!! While I haven't been to France in many years, when I eat here I do try brushing up on my French! :) Their pastries are decadent & we can't leave without a couple things to go. We've tried most everything on the menu from the soups to sandwiches, quiche, crepes, salads, paninis, ... everything is delicious. Can't say we have a favorite order but do enjoy their quiches very much as they're not available at many places. Great location. Parking is usually never a problem between the meters & lots.

    Norvegienne salmon crepe ( I cut it open )
    Cheree L.

    Beautiful sunny day to eat brunch outside the restaurant. Staff was very friendly but our waiter wasn't really attentive with us. Didn't ask if we needed anything such as ketchup or water while other tables were serviced with such. Food was on par. My norveigan salmon crepe tasted kinda like a calzone still very good. Everything was cooked to perfection. Potatoes were cooked well also, not oily and very light to eat.

    Paris baguette and soup of the day
    Jessica F.

    Great place for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Only been for breakfast and lunch though and imagine dinner is just as good. This place is reasonably priced for French food as well. Their pastries are always on point and the iced capp is good as well. You really can't go wong with anything you order but the croque madame is magic. This place is always busy so these servers are consistently hustling and they're friendly to boot. They have ample seating outdoors and indoors is cozy. Love coming here everytime I'm in town.

    Outdoor seating
    Ronda D.

    Pretty authentic French bistro. This was our second visit and our group enjoyed our meal. The savory crepe is light and delicious. The quiche was outstanding. Fluffy and tasty. Don't miss the bakery items- croissants are buttery and so so good- baked fresh daily. Hard to choose between all. Seating outside is enjoyable under the umbrella. If you're there early enough you can just walk up and sit down.

    Baguette sandwich - ham & cheese with soup of the day.
    Victoria D.

    A great find downtown! We stopped in during a busy time, Sunday after church for breakfast. The outside was packed they had lots of tables with umbrellas. We opted for the cooler indoor seating. They have an impressive pastry counter when you come inside. Overall the inside gives a more squished NYC feel but the food, pastries, and our waitress were all great. From the baguette sandwich, croissant sandwich, quiche & omelette, everyone at our table left happy!

    Lovely outdoor dining
    Vicki N.

    Absolutely lovely authentic French bakery/café/ restaurant with great downtown Sarasota views that offers both indoor and outdoor (recommended) seating. Came in to order takeout with a 10% discount coupon mailed to my mother who moved nearby recently. Seems family owned, friendly staff, and a wide selection on their menu! Known best for its extensive bakery options and breakfast and lunch, but also serves dinner. Excellent quiches and super rich soups. I plan to visit again for a leisurely sit for brunch outside with a savory crepe or panini. Beverage options are also very impressive! A little pricey, but expected for the area. The Croissant Sandwiches seem the best deal with sides included. Inexpensive metered parking available.

    Gwen M.

    This review is based on Pastries- we wanted to purchase local for some special baked goods for a friend's dinner get together... Chefs kiss !! Amazing sampler plate I put together,. Staff was so helpful and everything looked delicious and a variety of pastries to choose from . Each one more delicious than the next, the lemon tart and soft triangle brownie personal faves but we will be back to try out their food next. I would order each pastry I purchased again they were delicious!

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    Just like Europe, unless you call for service, our waitress pretty much forgot about ys. Food was good though. Womt be back again.

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    Favorite place to go after going to Sarasota Farmer's Market. Love the food and of course their pastries!

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    Excellent service and food. Although I sadly did not try the pastries, they looked amazing. Can't wait to return!

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    Had the quiche and salad. Not impressed unfortunately. Not sure if I would go back or recommend it to others.

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    Really great find on my visit to Sarasota. Amazing croissants & pastries. Great breakfast and super friendly service.

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