The French Press

728 Columbus St, Ottawa
(815) 313-5239

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Tim Feehan

Nice place for coffee and breakfast/lunch. We loved it and went twice in our weekend visit from out of state.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Onion Soup, Crepes

Tiani Guthrie

I really was looking forward to trying this place. I was disappointed in the minimal options for coffee. Really cute place tho. Didn't try the food I will sometime

Joseph Kilgore

Wonderful food, service and decor are top notch. Would recommend to anyone looking gor a pleasant experience.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Crepes

hissweetgrace

This is the sweetest breakfast/brunch spot. Very cute Victorian style French decor makes you feel like you are in someone's home. Food is superb. I loved the French onion soup and the breakfast crepe with bacon was sooo good. I'd definitely come back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Onion Soup, Quiche of the Day, Crepes

Megan Houghton

This place is AMAZING! The food was outstanding! Best quiche and French onion soup I have ever had! Kathy is extremely talented! The cafe is absolutely adorable and the staff is super friendly! Can’t wait to go back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Onion Soup, Quiche of the Day

neil pleskovitch

As close to Paris you’ll ever get in LaSalle County! Treat yourself! Amazing crepes & light lunch options. Parfait!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Charlotte Wilson

This adorable little spot excels in all the ways. Atmosphere is quaint, warm, welcoming, I felt like I could just sip coffee at one of the tables all afternoon. Service is stellar, the kindest servers and owners. I had the croque madame and the lemon curd because who can decide between sweet and savory crepes?? Both were perfect and so delicious. There’s more on the menu I want to try, and though we are only here for the short weekend, I hope to return and try more before the end of our trip!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Colleen Milholland

Parking: My family and I love grabbing breakfast here. The kids love it, but they are also old enough to entertain themselves. I'm not sure if they offer entertainment for smaller kids. The kids really enjoy the Nutella crepe, Italian soda, and iced coffee. We have made it our mission to try as many of the different crepes on the menu and their weekly specials. We have enjoyed every single item we've tried. Their French press coffee is delicious as well. The atmosphere is unique and cozy and I've never experienced an atmosphere like it in our area. The service is great, the servers are really friendly and knowledgeable of the menu items. Highly recommend.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Crepes

dwight K.

Authentic cuisine, delicious food and great service. Just go! Merci Beacoup!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Melanie Joy Bacon

Idyllic ambience and amazing food. Bravo.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Onion Soup, Quiche of the Day, Crepes

Michael Skinner

Kathy and Kevin are wonderful hosts! The food is excellent, and we will be back again. Thank you for everything!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Onion Soup, Quiche of the Day, Crepes

Heather Hudson

Absolutely wonderful experience. The place is charming and the food delicious. I had injured myself walking prior to visiting the restaurant and everyone went above and beyond to make sure I was ok, from bringing me bandaid to coming out of the kitchen to check on me. It was the kind of sincere love and concern for a total stranger that we need in this crazy world. Thank you all for a wonderful, caring, and YUMMY experience!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Michael Skinner

Thank you Kathy and Kevin for a wonderful and delicious lunch! You have great place, warm atmosphere, the service good, and the both of you are such good hosts! It was a pleasure meeting you, and we plan on coming again. Mike and Lori.

Maria Zarif

Had the parfait, French onion soup and salmon salad! All was delightful and a very cozy and cute ambiance! Definitely stop by for brunch!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Salmon Nicoise Salad, Onion Soup

Daniel Judd

This is a wonderfully relaxed atmosphere with flavorful and affordable french food. I particularly enjoyed the iced tea lemonade as it was not overly sweet as they squeeze the lemons fresh. A lovely date spot and a piece of France in Ottowa!

Kid-friendliness: This is a smaller and quiet restaurant with antique furniture. It is a lovely place to take a child that would enjoy a fancy but affordable family meal, but could be a struggle for a child who needs to move around.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Onion Soup, Quiche of the Day, Crepes

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