Amazing food, great service, good cocktail selection. the place is good too, has a good vibe. went there on a saturday at 830pm, was packed. reservation is recommended. had good vegetarian options as well read more

Cute French bistro in downtown Media Pa. We were going to the arts festival that was being held locally and made reservations to stop in here first. I definitely recommend reservations because it was pretty packed. I enjoyed a Bloody Mary and the eggs Benedict. Wonderful! And the menu is extensive so you'll be sure to find something to order. Service was stellar. Recommend! read more

La Belle Epoque Cafe - Eggs Benedict - French Near Me - Media, Pennsylvania

Great staff interactions from entering the restaurant through end of dinner (friendly, attentive, knowledgeable). Tried the eggplant appetizer - it was a very large delicious serving. Also had the salmon carpaccio - it was amazing and a large serving - oh my! Tried the prosciutto wrapped lobster tail special - the accompanying risotto was delish. The scallops were tops. Realllllly enjoy La Belle Epoque and will return again (and again). Prices are appropriate. read more

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What a wonderful French restaurant in Media! The service was amazing and everyone was so nice and friendly. We ordered the burger, the tuna tartine, the escargots, and the crepe. I was surprised by how the crepe looked like a pressed wrap! Definitely was not expecting such large portions but I'm not complaining. The crepe itself was a bit dry but that's ok because I just dipped it in the escargot sauce even if maybe that's not the way to eat it. However speaking of the escargots... that dish was AMAZING. We just ate up all the butter garlic sauce with our bread, crepes, fries, everything!!! Again that was probably not the way to eat it but it was just that good. No sauce was left at the end. And the escargots were nice and chewy. Would go back for that for sure !!! read more

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It's restaurant week in Media so we decided to stop in for a prix fix dinner at $55 a person--a great way to try out some new menu items. It was early and even though there were other diners, we were told we could sit anywhere so of course we chose a beautiful sunny table by the window. Really enjoyed our choices. The chicken was tender and moist and the scallops were wonderful as well. No additional table side seasonings (i.e. salt and pepper) needed. Service was exceptional as usual. The wine selections can't be beat and we've never had a glass we didn't like including this time. We finished the meal with creme brûlée and chocolate mouse and a duo of espressos--ciao Bella or should I say Au revoir ma belle! read more

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I really like the breakfast here. I get the pancakes and they are so yummy. I've also had the crepes and that was delicious. I've been here just for drinks with girlfriends and it's been fun! Also the desserts are perfection! I recommend making a reservation on the weekends. read more

Dinner: fine. Dessert: Calling it a "portion" feels generous; it was more of a suggestion. A sampling so tiny it seemed embarrassed to exist, gone in two polite bites and a sigh. For the price, I expected layers, balance, maybe even a spark of creativity. What I got was sugar doing the bare minimum and charging rent for it. The presentation was smug, the experience was over before it ever began--mercifully. If this dessert were a conversation, it would be small talk you can't escape. Save your money, save your expectations, and spend both somewhere that understands dessert should feel like a reward, not a regret. read more

This is a very small establishment, so I always prefer the outside seating when it's nice out. The brunch is good here and the servers are always kind. read more

La Belle Epoque Cafe - Coffee - French Near Me - Media, Pennsylvania

Overall notes - great service and even better food. I visited with my girlfriend to celebrate her paying off her student loans and we couldn't have had a better experience. We sat at the side window with a good view of downtown Media at night, and were quickly able to get in an order of wine and truffle fries to start. I'd recommend a starter to give time for conversation and enjoying the great wine selection, as the main entrees took a bit to come out, but it was expected with how busy the place was. I had the seafood risotto and my girlfriend had the pan-seared scallops (her go-to) and we were both enthralled with our dishes. The risotto was so full of flavor and cooked to perfection, and luckily I got to try a piece of scallop as well, which was melt-in-your-mouth tender. They have reasonably sized portions, which I appreciated as it gave us a chance to enjoy the dessert menu as well. My girlfriend ordered the nuts and berries espresso martini, and I had the lavender espresso martini. Might have been the best espresso martini I've had to date. I would've ordered another if I didn't have to drive home! We also shared the strawberry nutella crepe. It was unbelievably light and fluffy, where no single flavor overpowered the others. Thank you for an amazing meal to celebrate such a special occasion for my special person. We WILL be back!! read more

Absolutely phenomenal meal! I took my girlfriend here after a show and it was fantastic. Great ambiance, great tunes, the service was wonderful -now to the food. We had the Escargots de Bourgogne which was delicious. Make sure to order extra bread to sop up the garlic/butter. This was followed by the Bucatini auaviar (pasta with mushroom caviar butter sauce) and the Truite Amandine (trout). I had a great Sauvignon Blac wine with dinner and the cocktails were well made. The dessert was delicious, we had the Vanilla Bean Creme Brulee, and I'm not even a desert guy and couldn't eat it fast enough. Don't even think twice about coming here- we can't wait to come back. Thank you for a wonderful meal and a great expierence! read more

It was our anniversary and they made us feel so special. We had an amazing time! Our drinks were so fresh and delicious as was the food! Thomas our waiter was so diligent and polite. 10/10 would recommend! read more

Before a local play I wanted to try something laidback so I could relax and enjoy the play. La Belle Epoque was part of an online search for restaurants. After reading the reviews for dining options in Media, voila! Please give additional time for parking and walking. La Belle is a small quaint restaurant with a dark romantic vibe. The softly played blend of pop songs past and somewhat present were most inviting. At time it was hard to hear because of the shared space with a 'sports bar". It seems the separation was part of the Mitch and heavy drapes. I had salmon, the portions are fair and cooked perfectly however the yellow squash and haricots were extremely salty. The onion soup was divine. The entrees were not overly priced for the portions. Because the spaced is shared at times it was too loud to fully enjoy the relaxed atmosphere. My server was pretentious. Would I return? Probably not, but I would not discourage others. read more

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The ambiance was good and the food was pretty good but didn't blow us away. We got the burger and steak frites and the burger was pretty decent but would have been AMAZING if it came with an ailo or some sauce for it. The steak was pretty good (we're used to eating in the city so our expectations are high). The ambiance is great for a date night though. We didn't get any drinks. read more

La Belle Epoque Cafe - Steak frites I think ? - French Near Me - Media, Pennsylvania

My reviews are based on 4 criteria: Presentation, Service, Taste, and Ambiance. I came here with two others on a Thursday for lunch. Presentation: Very well maintained restaurant and was very empty at the time we went. Service: Great service but I believe it was attributed to the time we went. Taste: The food was great, the tartine felt refreshing and light. No complaints from the two others. Ambience: Very organized and clean dining area. Overall, it was a pleasant experience and everything went well. I am holding my true review for when I am able to go during a saturday or sunday to see how they operate under pressure. I would not recommend parties bigger than four because of the tight space. read more

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My college aged son felt he was in Europe, didn't expect food like this in Media. From the loud cramped space, to the fancy drinks and the richly flavored food... it transports you into vacation mode. The menu slaps with one hit after another. I hope Media appreciates French food, Majolica in phoenixville was the last time I saw French in the burbs like this. read more

I love this adorable, French bistro right in the heart of Media! I came here for brunch last weekend and my friend and I loved our meals. We had reservations and were seated right away. I got one of their special drinks, which was a christmas mimosa. I loved it! It was super unique and the flavored ice cube melting is what gave it flavor. For my meal, I had their quiche of the day. It was asparagus, red pepper, and parmesan. It was SO GOOD! I loved how cheesy it was. The crust was crispy and the top was perfectly brown. I definitely recommend it! I loved everything here and would definitely come back for brunch. The only reason it isn't 5 stars, is the service. Our server was nice, but we were never asked if we wanted another drink and we constantly had to ask for water refills. Other than that, it was a great brunch! read more

La Belle Epoque Cafe - Christmas Mimosa - French Near Me - Media, Pennsylvania

A close friend treated me to brunch here. I trust her judgement, but as soon as I walked in, I knew I would the place. The hostess/bartender/waitress was great. I loved the decor. I had a hard time deciding on my cocktail and meal and for me, that is an indicator of a high quality restaurant. I told my friend that I want to return. read more

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La Belle Epoque feels like a little escape tucked into Media. The ambiance is warm and intimate, with soft lighting, rustic décor, and a relaxed European café feel that makes you want to slow down and stay awhile. It's the kind of place where conversations feel quieter and time moves a little slower. The food matches the atmosphere perfectly--simple, well-prepared, and clearly made with care. Brunch is especially great, and their coffee is rich without being bitter. The staff is friendly without hovering, which adds to the overall calm, welcoming vibe. Perfect for a cozy breakfast, a casual lunch, or just sitting with a book and a cup of coffee. read more

Cute French bistro hidden away in media. Small restaurant yet friendly service & well prepared food. Recommended for a cozy & nice dinner out thats not too far from home. read more

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Just amazing! Wanted to try everything but decided on the escargot and short ribs. Finished the night with crepes. Everything was so good!

Got two entrees for takeout. Literally laughed when we opened them and saw the ridiculously small portions. Scallop dish was terrible. Over salted and way too much cilantro which overpowered everything else. The duck dish looked so underwhelming in the small space on the side of the plastic container. Total bill was $80.66 with nothing as much as a piece of bread added. read more

The service is good...let's get that right The watermelon gazpacho was interesting but we didn't love it (I generally don't like cold soup). Pinot noir was nice and the pickle juice martini was interesting. The charcuterie needed some jam and the (plain) walnuts added nothing. We can guess cheeses but they should explain what is on the plate. Crepes...his was super good; mine was lukewarm and I mentioned it and the waiter took it back and it was microwaved to a thousand degrees. The salad that accompanied both crepes was okay. Dessert...we split ice cream...Madagascar vanilla. Um...no comment. read more

Food and service were wonderful! We were part of 5 and all of us loved our brunch choices! Our waitress was very attentive and kind. The major down side was the noise. The music's was loud so everyone was trying to talk above the noise. As a result, none of us could hear what others in our party were saying. So if you want food -- it's great. If you want time to enjoy your food and time to talk with friends, this isn't a great choice! read more

Dinner here was AMAZING! I love the environment and the seating was spaced out (Meeting My More Than 6ft Standards)! The staff (Wes) was our waiter and he was prompt and attentive throughout our dining experience! Now..let's get to the main event...the food was cooked to PERFECTION! I had the trout over shrimp risotto with green beans...Delicious is an understatement! The Malbec wine that accompanied my meal was fantastic! Overall, a great foodie night in Media! I will be back to sample other dishes....Oh Yeah! read more

We've always wanted to try La Belle Epoque and we're so glad we did!! Started with the muscles and wow, incredible, really tasty. We even asked for more of the satisfyingly warm rolls to sop up the delicious muscle broth. Next came our hanger steaks. WOW! The steak melted in my mouth. Can't wait to order this again! Plus the steak sauce and fires were perfect! Overall the server was very nice, attentive and recommended the steak & muscles. (Great decision!) Plus I tried their delicious wine and Kir Royal, both very good. We can't wait to return with friends! read more

La Belle Epoque Cafe - Kir Royal - French Near Me - Media, Pennsylvania

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Magnifique! This was excellent. I had the seabass special - with artichoke and baby carrots. We also tried the filet mignon, seafood risotto, and the crispy duck special. Can not wait to come back read more

La Belle Epoque Cafe - Sea bass special - French Near Me - Media, Pennsylvania

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I was able to get a table here without a reservation for dining under the stars. If you go early enough, you should not have any issues getting a street table. I have very limited French food experience outside of some delicious dishes I had on cruises and other special occasions. For our hors d'oeuvres, I had to try the Soupe a l'oignon aka the French Onion soup. French Onion soup is one of my favorite things on earth and it was the one exception I made when I stopped eating meat for over 3 years. (Beef broth). If you have French onion soup on your menu, I am getting it no matter what the time of year. Of course here we are in the summer during dining under the stars and I am going for hot soup. Yes, this is happening. To be honest, it was good but was not my favorite. But that's ok. Maybe I'm a FO snob. My dad started his meal with the aubergine frite (fried eggplant). It was circular fried eggplant stacked with tomato and mozzarella at the top. It was plated beautifully. He liked it. Now for dinner, my dad ordered the Noix de St. Jacques which was scallops with fennel and arugula. To sum it up it was a beautiful salad with some gorgeous large seared scallops. It was different than any other way he had scallops before. For me, I had to try a crepe. I love crepes but have stuck to sweet dessert crepes and have not really gone into savory category. I went with the La Mer, which is shirmp, crab and lobster in swiss cheese and white wine cream sauce. Oh my lord. This was amazing. It was so good!! It comes cut in half and I could barely eat 1 half and had plenty to take home. It was delicious and I say skip the entrees and order a crepe as your meal. I don't think you'll be disappointed. read more

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Made a reservation for 1:30 pm and they call at at 1:29 when we were a minute away from getting there and cancelled our reservation. Because they close at 2. As someone who's work in the industry, I've never heard of a reservation being cancelled a half hour before close. Waste of gas. Fix your open table times like a respectable business. read more

Overall the meal was good, I had the lamb shank special which was as perfectly cooked, the vegetables well done but the sauce was way too salty. My wife had the striped bass special which was ok but not up to the standards I'd expect for my favorite fish. The crepes for dessert were nothing special and certainly average at best for a French place. The wine was very good. I'd give the place 4 stars - but going 3.5 (wish u had 1/2 stars) due to.... 1- With two glasses of wine each, I'd expect better quality for what turned out to be $110/person with tip 2- ambiance was fine and our waitress was nice enough but the rest of the staff we dealt with was just not happy ... not mean ... but no smile So would I go back .... No read more

Had a lovely dinner here with my grandson last night. Great server. Very good sidecar. We enjoyed French onion soup, seafood risotto, seafood crepe with Caesar salad side, crème brûlée and chocolate mousse All delicious. The quiet French music was a treat after the overly loud music in many restaurants. Charming place. read more

4.5 stars. While chilling with my in-laws, we successfully converged on "French food" for dinner one evening. Some of them had been to La Belle Epoque before, but it was my first time. We found parking in a nearby structure and walked over. The gracious wait staff seated us right away at the table in the middle of the restaurant. It was quite empty, but we filled the place with our energy, playing games and drinking wine. Well, I had a martini, but that's besides the point. Appetizers were tasty and included escargot and charcuterie. The best part was dipping the bread into the escargot garlic and oil. Or just slathering the bread with butter and salt. For my entrée, my mouth watered at the thought of Boeuf Bourguignon, so I settled on that, though I would normally have gotten something like steak or salmon. When in a French restaurant! Everything about the Boeuf Bourguignon lived up to my expectations, especially the flavor. I couldn't finish it all, but it was such a satisfying dish. Unfortunately not all my in-laws enjoyed their food as much as I did, especially my mother-in-law, whose crêpe was way too thick to be called a crêpe. The desserts were just okay too. Customer service was friendly and engaging. So close to 5 stars. I'd love to come back and get the Boeuf Bourguignon again. Délicieuse! read more

La Belle Epoque Cafe - Boeuf Bourguignon - French Near Me - Media, Pennsylvania

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We enjoyed a fabulous experience with excellent food, wine, dessert, service, etc. I had the escargot appetizer, one of the best I have had in some time. My entree was the La Poulet crepe beautifully prepared with flavors that only a true French food aficionado could create. The wine list while small, had some nice and well priced choices. For dessert I chose the dark chocolate mousse ...the perfect finish to a perfect dinner. Service was great, and the ambiance was quiet and made you feel like you were in Europe...no overly loud conversations with soft French instrumental music in the background...this place is a true neighborhood gem. Looking forward to a return visit. read more

This was an outstanding meal. We were celebrating a few occasions tonight and wanted to try somewhere different. I've walked by this place a few dozen times and always wanted to try it. From the wine, to the cocktails to the food and crepes for dessert, everything was excellent. Great ambiance and environment, very good service with the right timing, not sure I could find a complaint if I wanted to. My mother-in-law eats a lot of fish and said her dish was one of the best salmon dishes she's ever had. I felt the same away about the mussel appetizer and the escargot. Highly recommend, thanks for having us! read more

Great food. We loved the crepes!! I had the duck which was great! really nice ambience. Yummy cocktails! Great service.

The bartender was extremely nice. The eggplant appetizer was beyond terrible... Sitting at the bar was asked to slide down for two other people normally I never mind doing that...although now I'm sitting with all the drink garnish's right in front of me and felt cramped! Nobody's fault just got treated like a second citizen... Was thinking about ordering dinner but had nowhere to eat it‍ read more

Love the food, especially their crepes, they have a wonderful wine list, however the staff are not always attentive or maybe just aren't trained well... inconsistent service seems to be what I experience here most, as opposed to inconsistent food quality. That aside, I've enjoyed my time here, and would return, if only for some wine at the bar and a crepe during brunch. read more

I LOVE this place. I was looking for a good place to eat and stumbled upon La Belle Époque. I've been there quite a few times since my first visit and it never disappoints. It is my go to restaurant when I don't feel like finding a place to eat. I know I will always get amazing food and drinks and great service. My absolute favorite! read more

La Belle Epoque Cafe - Le La Filet Mignon Crusted fish (can't remember the name of the dish, but so good) Chocolate Lava Cake - French Near Me - Media, Pennsylvania

Love the food! Best mussels I've ever had, great brunch and nice staff! Great options for brunch and dinner

This was a really great find. Traveling from West Philly to Media rarely has happened for me, but my kid has an appointment out here every Thursday, so we are finding ourselves at restaurants in Media. We stopped to check out the menu for this cozy French Bistro and decided it would be a good place to eat. We were seated in the dining room and right away were told, (I believe) it was the their 25th anniversary? (Don't quote me on the number). But what this meant was a free glass of champagne for me and a free dessert for my daughter. How lovely! Such a nice touch. We ordered two of the specials... the tar tar which was halibut, salmon tuna and mango. I thought it was delicious! My kid couldn't do it, but it wasn't because this dish wasn't prepared beautifully. (She doesn't have the chops for these sorts of things yet). I ordered the fish special and it was so tasty. I believe it was trout... cooked perfectly, skin crispy and inside tender and flaky. It was served with rice and baby bok choy and plated perfectly. This was a delicious order. My daughter ordered the citron chicken with hericotvert and delicious mashed potatoes. Chicken was juicy and the mash had great flavor. For the dessert, my daughter chose the crème brûlée and it was really delicious. Creamy, caramelized and bursting with vanilla. My Argentine Malbec was a perfect order and this was a good night. The place is cozy but could stand some cosmetic upgrades. However, it did not take away from our good food, service and complimentary treats. I would definitely dine here again. read more

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Went here with my parents a few days ago, and I have to say it is one of the best places around. It was one of the many times that we have been there, and every time has been an absolute delight. But this time we had some new options from the menu (burrata, scallops, and the Branzino special). Amazing flavor profiles, all paired beautifully with a nice French wine on the patio (I had the Creusserome Chardonnay). From the food to the service to the atmosphere, it is above and beyond what a classy establishment should be. The staff is always friendly and working hard to please everybody equally, especially during the chaos that is Dining Under the Stars. I've eaten at most places in town. La Belle is arguably the finest restaurant in Media. read more