Léa French Cafe
106 N Marion St, Oak Park
(708) 613-5994
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Soup portion a wee bit too small. Prices a wee bit too high. Overall very great experience!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
I love it but wish the aroma inside smelled like fresh baked bread and not like burnt or fried eggs!! I eat outside when I am able to.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 5
Service: 5
Horrible service. Took 20 minutes for pastries and coffee - barista was rude and slow.
Which sucks because the food is absolutely delicious
Service: 1
I went there and got a croque monsieur with chips for lunch and it was great. The girls in there need to tie their hair up though. They wear baseball caps but some of them had long hair just wearing it down, no ponytail or hair net.
Simple, delicious menu
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Turkey Cheddar Sandwich, Quiche Lorraine, Le Bastille Turkey Cheddar
I was good surprise my service satisfaction say my name correct full name obviously I like the food service sometimes it's irrelevant have a good day my order number was 132
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Baguette
We've been going here for years, and the food quality is incredibly consistent. It's excellent every single time. Never disappoints!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ordered a croque madame… the sauce was overpowering and made the bread so soggy that it was falling apart. Had a couple bites before throwing it away. I’m so disappointed!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Cute from the outside. Plain on the inside. Fresh croissant breakfast sandwich. My hot beverage was only tepid.
I tipped at the register at time of purchase only to find out that I have to pick up my own food and bus my own table, just like at McDonald's. So, don't tip if you go here. Je suis désolée.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 3
Great Chocolate Croissants! Nice chill atmosphere but can be challenging for find parking if street parking or lot is full.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Restaurantji Recommends
Breakfast croissant sandwiches and the Croque Monsieur were immediate draws for our brunch choice at Léa, and they didn't disappoint.
Le LaFayette is an elevated egg/cheese/bacon (or veg) delight on a buttery, flaky croissant. I was impressed by the care in seasoning the omelet and the contrasting texture of the crispy bacon.
Speaking of that bacon, it's prominently featured on the Croque Monsieur. My husband complimented the bechamel, which was herby and not overly cloying. Paired with the saltiness of that lovely bacon, his sandwich was perfect for me to sample. It's certainly rich, as one expects, and it was more my speed sharing it rather than committing to the whole plate. Bags of chips were nice, just not a standout among the rest of our meal.
Our drinks were a well balanced lavender lemonade and a gingery Rishi Masala iced chai latte.
The pastry case and plentiful baguettes were entirely tempting, and several takeaway customers were there just for bread. Our Apple Tartlette was the right size for dessert. Glossy lattice pastry was the star, just salted enough and very tender. We would have loved a bit more apple filling to be on par with the pastry.
Seating inside was comfortable and overall we got a pretty chill vibe from this spot, though I could imagine a rush particularly in the morning. If it hadn't been sprinkling, the small storefront patio tables also looked pleasant since the street was surprisingly not chaotic either.
Order kiosks at the entrance were easy to navigate and pay. It wasn't busy and we could have approached the counter but I suspect the staff appreciates the kiosks, as they also seemed to be continually prepping online orders.
Our mid-morning Léa stop was perfect to fuel up before back-to-back Frank Lloyd Wright tours ? Merci!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cozy atmosphere. Service was quick. Really tasty sandwiches and croissants
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Baguette
Prices have increased, quality and size gone down.
Everything is packaged to go in plastic regardless, incredibly wasteful.
Tables and floors, filthy
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
Cute, nice place with great food. Even good portions! The BLT croissant was large and fresh. And the quiche was tasty, as were salads. Pastries were fantastic too. Very reasonable prices.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Friendly and helpful service, Either place an order personally or type it in on the kiosk (two available). Great coffee and fresh bakery items. A comfortable atmosphere for couples, family and of course if you are on the go. No cash, credit card only.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Baguette, Bakery
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