Really excellent bistro with wonderful service. The owner was very charming and added to the experience. Will definitely come back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheesecake, Ravioli
Ashley Doufexis
For those of you who long to be sitting outside on the streets of Paris eating traditional French food in an authentic atmosphere…this is as close as you’re going to get.The owner, Frederic Boukaïa, was everything you’d hope for.We dined for lunch and started off with a glass of rose—turned into two later on :)You MUST get the French onion soup to start your meal. We also got the escargot and it was fantastic. First time we’ve had escargot topped on mushroom rather than croissant/baguette. Phenomenal!For our entrees we chose:Leg of Lamb & Swiss sandwich on baguette. Perfect combination of succulent and crispy.Spinach Onion and Mushroom Quiche-we eat a lot of quiche and it was hands down the best we’ve ever had.So happy we decided to stop in Winchester for lunch here on our way back to DC. Only 1.5 hrs from DC! Well worth the drive. We will be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Quiche, French Onion Soup
Michael Trainor
Incredible taste, wonderful atmosphere, incredibly friendly staff. A treasure in Winchester.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: French Onion Soup, Merguez Sausage & Shrimp with Pesto
Aaron Winfree
This place is a hidden gem. It is a family run operation. The father is the cook and his daughter is the waitress. The food is simply amazing. The menu is small, as it should be and they do run specials. My lady got the fillet mignon and I got the Spanish style shrimp. Go ahead look at the pictures, lust all you want because I don't wanna share, it is that good. I rarely will go on about a place and its food but the man is firing on all cylinders. The shrimp and steak we cooked perfectly. Perfectly! Do you know how rare that is now a days? We also got the pate and two deserts, chocolate mousse and creme brulee. Guess what, they were slamming too. We shared all the food stuff, I only did this because I love my lady, I knew in the back of her mind she was doing the same. The food is that good. But what about price you ask surely it must cost and arm and a leg, maybe the soul of your first born? Nope! It cost double what McDonald's would run you for something that is incomparable in flavor. Now I was being a glutton so my bill was up there, but $25 for shrimp that are done correctly is nothing in my mind when Subway will cost you $18 for a sandwich. Be an adult and splurge the extra. It's like chunk lite tuna vs albacore. Just pay the extra quarter a can and enjoy your food and not hate yourself. Well surely the help must be wretched, because you are a nay sayer and think things must have a trade off. Nope! Our waitress was very nice and polite and the chef was fun and cheeky. Now that I've got you all built up you must be like there has to be something bad. There is, it's that you're jelly that you aren't there. Just shut up and give the man money and enjoy yourself. You're overcomplicating things.
This is always a top-notch evening! Everything is impeccably prepared and delicious! The service is friendly and attentive! Reservations recommended.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Grilled Salmon with Orange Chutney, Cremebrulee, Crab and Shrimp Ravioli with Mushroom Sauce, Duck Breast
Chris O.
The food was excellent. The service was all you could ask for. The restaurant is in a downtown storefront wit the inside decorated in a very French theme. Two of us had French onion soup and I had the carrot ginger soup. We all enjoyed their selection. We ordered three different entrees: lamb, liver and beef. All enjoyed their meal. Typical French deserts: Creme Caramel (flan) and the Chocolate Mousse. A very fine evening enjoyed by the three of us.
CP SHORT
This place is legit and loved the French Onion Soup. Skip the over priced imitation French Restaurant American Bar on the walking mall and come here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Crepes
Lee M.
Last night we tried La Nicoise Cafe for the first time. We went into this with no knowledge at all about French cuisine. Our decision to try it was based on the menu (photo) items found on Yelp but mostly on all the great reviews. Thank you Yelp subscribers for helping Yelp do what it's supposed to. My wife and I love good restaurants local and out of town. We have scouted out most of the local area (applying mostly to cuisine that we typically enjoy). If you have a good pallet ready to experience new taste, you have to experience French cusine. Better yet, La Nicoise. The restaurant/ owner is known for French Onion soup.... one of my "go to" dishes. I have tried French Onion Soup from a variety of cities and states. La Nicoise is now my new "win" without hesitation. The owner of La Nicoise Cafe has been known to run the restaurant all by himself- server, cook and dishwasher at once!!! He takes pride in his gem. The atmosphere shows his pride! Very on par for a great dining experience.
Will P
Food was excellent. Owner was super funny and nice. Would recommend to
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Len Dest
Charming French bistro iin beautiful Oid Town Winchester. Classic French dishes by the owner and chef. Friendly but slow service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Calves Liver, French Onion Soup
A hidden gem and a touch of France in downtown Winchester, reminiscent of European cafes. A great place to bring a special person for a quiet, romantic lunch or dinner. The menu is authentic and the food is excellent. No shortcuts or frozen food here. Do not miss the French onion soup, and for dessert, the crème brulee
Alan S.
Arrived there on a Tuesday to celebrate my birthday with my friend and his 93 year old mother, who is in a wheelchair. As we began to enter, the owner walked to the front door and asked us if we had a reservation (which hasn't been necessary in the past), and when we said no, we were advised not to come in. If reservations are required (not suggested), I completely understand that ... but the cold reception we received ... and to an older person in a wheelchair at that ... well, that was unacceptable. Won't be returning.
Michael St. Jacques
The food is fantastic, but too pricey. Worse yet, the owner/operator is surly and often rude, despite the fact that my wife and I have been going there for 15 years. We won't be back.
Visiting Winchester Area. Food was absolutely delicious!!! So glad we decided to make reservations!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cremebrulee, Crab and Shrimp Ravioli with Mushroom Sauce, French Onion Soup
Denise K
Have you ever eaten in a restaurant where your eyes started watering, and you almost began crying because the food was seasoned to perfection, and everything was absolutely perfect in a wonderfully French way? No? Then you have never visited La Nicoise Cafe. This cafe is fantastic. The owner/chef/waiter seamlessly transitions from each of these roles throughout the course of the meal, ensuring that guests have an excellent experience. Les Escargots were astonishingly prepared: tender and smooth with exactly the right amount of garlic. And the onion soup? I can't even describe it. It simply was wonderful. Beautiful food! Merci beaucoup!
Really excellent bistro with wonderful service. The owner was very charming and added to the experience. Will definitely come back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheesecake, Ravioli
For those of you who long to be sitting outside on the streets of Paris eating traditional French food in an authentic atmosphere…this is as close as you’re going to get.The owner, Frederic Boukaïa, was everything you’d hope for.We dined for lunch and started off with a glass of rose—turned into two later on :)You MUST get the French onion soup to start your meal. We also got the escargot and it was fantastic. First time we’ve had escargot topped on mushroom rather than croissant/baguette. Phenomenal!For our entrees we chose:Leg of Lamb & Swiss sandwich on baguette. Perfect combination of succulent and crispy.Spinach Onion and Mushroom Quiche-we eat a lot of quiche and it was hands down the best we’ve ever had.So happy we decided to stop in Winchester for lunch here on our way back to DC. Only 1.5 hrs from DC! Well worth the drive. We will be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Quiche, French Onion Soup
Incredible taste, wonderful atmosphere, incredibly friendly staff. A treasure in Winchester.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: French Onion Soup, Merguez Sausage & Shrimp with Pesto
This place is a hidden gem. It is a family run operation. The father is the cook and his daughter is the waitress. The food is simply amazing. The menu is small, as it should be and they do run specials. My lady got the fillet mignon and I got the Spanish style shrimp. Go ahead look at the pictures, lust all you want because I don't wanna share, it is that good. I rarely will go on about a place and its food but the man is firing on all cylinders. The shrimp and steak we cooked perfectly. Perfectly! Do you know how rare that is now a days? We also got the pate and two deserts, chocolate mousse and creme brulee. Guess what, they were slamming too. We shared all the food stuff, I only did this because I love my lady, I knew in the back of her mind she was doing the same. The food is that good. But what about price you ask surely it must cost and arm and a leg, maybe the soul of your first born? Nope! It cost double what McDonald's would run you for something that is incomparable in flavor. Now I was being a glutton so my bill was up there, but $25 for shrimp that are done correctly is nothing in my mind when Subway will cost you $18 for a sandwich. Be an adult and splurge the extra. It's like chunk lite tuna vs albacore. Just pay the extra quarter a can and enjoy your food and not hate yourself. Well surely the help must be wretched, because you are a nay sayer and think things must have a trade off. Nope! Our waitress was very nice and polite and the chef was fun and cheeky. Now that I've got you all built up you must be like there has to be something bad. There is, it's that you're jelly that you aren't there. Just shut up and give the man money and enjoy yourself. You're overcomplicating things.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chardonnay, Cremebrulee, Shrimp Espagnolle
This is always a top-notch evening! Everything is impeccably prepared and delicious! The service is friendly and attentive! Reservations recommended.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Grilled Salmon with Orange Chutney, Cremebrulee, Crab and Shrimp Ravioli with Mushroom Sauce, Duck Breast
The food was excellent. The service was all you could ask for. The restaurant is in a downtown storefront wit the inside decorated in a very French theme. Two of us had French onion soup and I had the carrot ginger soup. We all enjoyed their selection. We ordered three different entrees: lamb, liver and beef. All enjoyed their meal. Typical French deserts: Creme Caramel (flan) and the Chocolate Mousse. A very fine evening enjoyed by the three of us.
This place is legit and loved the French Onion Soup. Skip the over priced imitation French Restaurant American Bar on the walking mall and come here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Crepes
Last night we tried La Nicoise Cafe for the first time. We went into this with no knowledge at all about French cuisine. Our decision to try it was based on the menu (photo) items found on Yelp but mostly on all the great reviews. Thank you Yelp subscribers for helping Yelp do what it's supposed to. My wife and I love good restaurants local and out of town. We have scouted out most of the local area (applying mostly to cuisine that we typically enjoy). If you have a good pallet ready to experience new taste, you have to experience French cusine. Better yet, La Nicoise. The restaurant/ owner is known for French Onion soup.... one of my "go to" dishes. I have tried French Onion Soup from a variety of cities and states. La Nicoise is now my new "win" without hesitation. The owner of La Nicoise Cafe has been known to run the restaurant all by himself- server, cook and dishwasher at once!!! He takes pride in his gem. The atmosphere shows his pride! Very on par for a great dining experience.
Food was excellent. Owner was super funny and nice. Would recommend to
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Charming French bistro iin beautiful Oid Town Winchester. Classic French dishes by the owner and chef. Friendly but slow service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Calves Liver, French Onion Soup
Restaurantji Recommends
A hidden gem and a touch of France in downtown Winchester, reminiscent of European cafes. A great place to bring a special person for a quiet, romantic lunch or dinner. The menu is authentic and the food is excellent. No shortcuts or frozen food here. Do not miss the French onion soup, and for dessert, the crème brulee
Arrived there on a Tuesday to celebrate my birthday with my friend and his 93 year old mother, who is in a wheelchair. As we began to enter, the owner walked to the front door and asked us if we had a reservation (which hasn't been necessary in the past), and when we said no, we were advised not to come in. If reservations are required (not suggested), I completely understand that ... but the cold reception we received ... and to an older person in a wheelchair at that ... well, that was unacceptable. Won't be returning.
The food is fantastic, but too pricey. Worse yet, the owner/operator is surly and often rude, despite the fact that my wife and I have been going there for 15 years. We won't be back.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Steak Frites, Cremebrulee, Merguez Sausage
Visiting Winchester Area. Food was absolutely delicious!!! So glad we decided to make reservations!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cremebrulee, Crab and Shrimp Ravioli with Mushroom Sauce, French Onion Soup
Have you ever eaten in a restaurant where your eyes started watering, and you almost began crying because the food was seasoned to perfection, and everything was absolutely perfect in a wonderfully French way? No? Then you have never visited La Nicoise Cafe. This cafe is fantastic. The owner/chef/waiter seamlessly transitions from each of these roles throughout the course of the meal, ensuring that guests have an excellent experience. Les Escargots were astonishingly prepared: tender and smooth with exactly the right amount of garlic. And the onion soup? I can't even describe it. It simply was wonderful. Beautiful food! Merci beaucoup!