Cafe Rabelais
$$$ • French, Brasseries, Pet Friendly Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout Cafe Rabelais
Customers' Favorites
Les Escargots Au Beurre Persille
Poire Belle-Helene
Charcuterie Plate
French Onion Soup
Mussels Rabelais
Beef Bourguignon
Steak Au Poivre
Roasted Quail
Fole Gras Duo
Creme Brulee
Cafe Rabelais Reviews
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The escargot is to die for - she has the chicken breast with brown raspberry sauce, green beans, and fingerling potatoes. I opted for the special which was steak, roasted tomatoes with bread crumbs, and an au gratin style potatoes that was exceptional. Dessert was a poached pear and ice cream dish and it was also sublime.
service was a little lacking - we weren't checked on as much as the other patrons and we found one of the waitresses to not be as knowledgeable about...read full review
service was a little lacking - we weren't checked on as much as the other patrons and we found one of the waitresses to not be as knowledgeable about...read full review
Fabulous menu for our Valentines dinner tonight - really great ❤️
Food is delicious. Will go back often.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 6 - 9PM 11AM - 2PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 2PM 6 - 9PM |
| Thursday | 6 - 10PM 11AM - 2PM |
| Friday | 6 - 10PM 11AM - 2PM |
| Saturday | 6 - 10PM 11AM - 2PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Cafe Rabelais is a charming neighborhood restaurant known for its delightful French cuisine and exceptional wine selection. The cozy atmosphere can get lively on busy nights, with seating that may feel a bit tight, and it can be a little too dark for some tastes. Outdoor seating is available, though the summer heat may be a factor. The service is consistently excellent and described as very intimate and lovely, and the warm, fresh bread and tasty dishes like the Terrine, Nicoise salad, Chèvre Chaud, and onion soup are standouts. The chairs can be extremely uncomfortable, and the music is so quiet that it is barely noticed.
Customers praise the authentic European dining experience, complete with an extensive wine list to pair with the expertly prepared French dishes. The tomato and blue cheese salad, steak au poivre, Beef bourguignon, escargot, quail, redfish, and crème brûlée are among the highlights, and every single dessert is praised, though some dishes, like the trout meunière, may be a bit dry. The lunch menu offers reasonable prices for sandwiches and other classic French fare, such as the croque monsieur and stuffed quail.
Recent reviews highlight the delicious starters, such as crab cakes, escargot, and pâté, as well as the mussels, warm goat cheese salad, Beef bourguignon, and steak au poivre as main course favorites. The service is described as friendly and competent, and the overall dining experience is highly regarded, with customers expressing their eagerness to return.