Cafe La Vie

Sort by

Filters

1. TL

   TimothyL

   St. Louis

   2 reviews

   2.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on May 8, 2022

   overall2food2service2ambience2

   Entrees were cold, and it took over an hour to come, despite ordering almost immediately and having young children with very short attention spans. And very expensive for what you get.

   Cafe La VieResponded 7 days ago

   Dear TimothyL, Thank you for choosing to dine with us recently. We are disappointed to learn of the issues with food that were delayed as well as staff, and we offer our sincere apologies for this experience. We appreciate your feedback and will follow up with the team to prevent such concerns going forward. We hope you will give us an opportunity to provide you with a much-improved dining experience in the near future. Brian Colon Food and Beverage Director

   Report
2. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   St. Louis

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 8, 2022

   overall1food2service1ambience4

   There was no one else is the restaurant but it still took 15 minutes to get our drink order consisting of 3 drinks. Once another table arrived our server did not return until we asked him for the check. There was also fruit flies all around the table…not good.

   Cafe La VieResponded on May 9, 2022

   Dear Guest, Thank you for dining with us. Please accept our apologies for not exceeding your expectations. You deserved exceptional service from the staff members, and we regret this was not your experience. We are grateful for your patience, and your feedback will be used to improve our responsiveness. Thank you for your comments, and we hope to have another opportunity to show you our dedication to exceptional hospitality. Brian Colon Food and Beverage Director

   Report
3. SD

   SDBJ

   St. Louis

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 8, 2022

   overall1food1service5ambience4

   Nothing like last year’s Mother’s Day brunch. Menu selections were horrible. We were told that chicken & waffles would be available only after putting our orders in our server came back to tell us that it wasn’t. The only positive was our server who was very nice and apologetic for our experience.

   Cafe La VieResponded 5 days ago

   Dear Guest, We are disappointed that your recent visit with us did not meet your expectations. We want to extend our apologies for not providing an exceptional dining experience. Thank you for your detailed comments as we continually strive to improve our guest services. We are grateful for your patience, and we hope to have another occasion to provide the seamless hospitality you deserve. Brian Colon Food and Beverage Director

   Report
4. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   St. Louis

   2 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on May 8, 2022

   overall4food5service3ambience5

   Very long wait and wasn’t staffing shortage just not well organized. Food was wonderful.

   Cafe La VieResponded 7 days ago

   Dear Guest, We are delighted to hear you enjoyed your time with us at Café La Vie. We appreciate your comments regarding the long wait and regret the inconvenience caused. This will be addressed with the team to see where we can improve our guest experience. It was a pleasure having you dine with us! Brian Colon Food and Beverage Director

   Report
5. JW

   JennyW

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 7, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   My sister and I took my mom and grandma for lunch over mother's day weekend. It was so lovely. Everyone had something they enjoyed and the environment was delightful. Our waitress was very attuned to our needs, she gave great recommendations, and was overall lovely. The only complaint we had was that the table was somewhat uncomfortable to sit. The frame of the table made it hard to scoot all the way in and the chairs could not really get close enough to the table.

   Cafe La VieResponded on May 9, 2022

   Dear Jenny, Thank you for choosing Café La Vie and posting such a great review. We continually strive to ensure our guests enjoy everything about their time with us, so we are pleased that you had an exceptional dining experience. We will enjoy sharing your compliments with our staff. Thank you again for the generous rating, and we hope you will return soon! Brian Colon Food and Beverage Director

   Report
6. CH

   CaronH

   St. Louis

   16 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   16 reviews

   Dined on April 22, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Booked a business lunch here and was delighted by the atmosphere and the delicious meal options. It was a nice, quiet environment where I was able to conduct a lunch meeting with minimal interruption. Will definitely consider this again for getting in a lunch in Clayton.

   Cafe La VieResponded on April 26, 2022

   Dear CaronH, Thank you for choosing Café La Vie and your review. We continually strive to ensure our guests enjoy everything about their time with us, so we are pleased that you had an exceptional experience. Thank you again for the generous rating, and we look forward to welcoming you again soon. Brian Colon Food and Beverage Director

   Report
7. H

   Holly

   Chicago

   16 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   16 reviews

   Dined on April 17, 2022

   overall5food5service4ambience5

   Excellent French food. Love this place. Get the French Onion Soup. The eggs Benedict excellent.

   Cafe La VieResponded on April 23, 2022

   Dear Holly, Thank you for the great review! It is always exciting to hear from our guests, and we are delighted you enjoyed your meal with culinary excellence creating the perfect dining experience. It was our pleasure serving you at Café La Vie, and we hope to see you again soon. Brian Colon Food and Beverage Director

   Report
8. KW

   KellyW

   Tulsa

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on April 17, 2022

   overall4food4service5ambience4

   Nice Easter Sunday Brunch for our group. The staff worked to accomodate a request for a larger group and we had several nice options.

   Cafe La VieResponded on April 23, 2022

   Dear KellyW, Thank you for taking the time to let us know how much you enjoyed Sunday brunch with us. We are thrilled that our delicious food made for a memorable experience. Highlighted by fresh, local ingredients, our menu features an enticing selection of signature dishes. We look forward to serving you again at Café La Vie. Brian Colon Food and Beverage Director

   Report
9. DM

   DanM

   St. Louis

   5 reviews

   vip
   1.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on April 10, 2022

   overall1food1service1ambience1

   Arrived for 11am brunch (after being informed of their Brunch) , was told they do not have brunch ever. left immediately.

   Cafe La VieResponded on April 14, 2022

   Dear Dan, Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We apologize for not living up to your expectations. It is never our intention to mislead; therefore, we apologize for any miscommunication and frustration this caused. We appreciate your feedback and will follow up with the staff to prevent such concerns going forward. We hope you will give us an opportunity to provide you with a much-improved dining experience in the near future. Brian Colon Food and Beverage Director

   Report
10. NM

    NickMorris

    St. Louis

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 10, 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience3

    It’s in the hotel lobby area, so pretty poor as a location. I had moules, bread was late, no spoon provided for broth. My wife had risotto, which was sent back because it was cold. “Complimentary “ drink provided, but risotto left on the bill. Le Meridien restaurant prices, Hilton quality.

    Cafe La VieResponded on April 11, 2022

    Dear NickMorris, Thank you for sharing your feedback about your time at the restaurant. We want every guest to have a pleasant dining experience; therefore, we hope you will accept our apologies for not meeting these expectations. Your comments will be shared with the appropriate individuals to ensure a better outcome going forward. We hope to have another opportunity to show you the hospitality for which we are known on your next visit. Brian Colon Food and Beverage Director

    Report
11. PO

    PeterO

    St. Louis

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Always go over and above for us!

    Cafe La VieResponded on April 7, 2022

    Dear PeterO, Thank you for dining at Café La Vie. We strive to provide our guests with an enriching experience, and we are delighted that your time with us was excellent. We thank you again for the generous rating and hope you will return soon. Brian Colon Food and Beverage Director

    Report
12. MP

    MissPersnickety

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 2, 2022

    overall3food4service5ambience3

    It was a good place to converse with friends. Our server was very good.

    Cafe La VieResponded on April 7, 2022

    Dear MissPersnickety, It is always a pleasure receiving comments from diners, especially when they mention the outstanding service provided by our associates. We look forward to serving you again soon. Brian Colon Food and Beverage Director

    Report
13. DB

    DwightB

    St. Louis

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience3

    Not sure if if I was aware that this restaurant was actually located in a hotel lobby . The bar decor out shined the seating for this restaurant. Food was ok and the service was ok

    Cafe La VieResponded on April 7, 2022

    Dear DwightB, Thank you for your kind rating and for sharing your thoughts. We are glad our refreshing approach to decorative details added to the enjoyment of your visit, and we also appreciate your suggestions. We hope you will give us another opportunity to provide you with the extraordinary dining experience you should always expect from us. Brian Colon Food and Beverage Director

    Report
14. S

    Sallybird

    St. Louis

    57 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    57 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience3

    Very nice meal. Will be back. Only complaint is the noise from the bar, which is next to the dining room.

    Report
15. LW

    LesleyW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 31, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We had the Vincent Van Gogh themed dinner and thoroughly enjoyed it. It was creative snd delicious

    Report
16. c

    cmabt

    St. Louis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Quality of food

    Report
17. JB

    JavierB

    St. Louis

    16 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on March 26, 2022

    overall1food1service2ambience1

    My visit for brunch here was awful the waitress was probably not prepared to work by herself for brunch , certain beer products not in stock they had to get them from downstairs so they asked if we wanted something else , the food was a glorified croque madams sandwich which was really a egg and grilled cheese sandwich which was awful . Couldn't get drinks service we sat with empty glasses and what was with all the nats in the restaurant area !!! Worse place ever !!

    Cafe La VieResponded on April 14, 2022

    Dear Guest, We are disappointed that your recent visit with us did not meet your expectations. We want to extend our apologies for not providing an exceptional dining experience. Thank you for your detailed comments as we continually strive to improve our guest services. We are grateful for your patience, and we hope to have another occasion to provide the seamless hospitality you deserve. Brian Colon Food and Beverage Director

    Report
18. PT

    PhillyT

    St. Louis

    66 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    66 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We had dinner at Cafe La Vie on a Sunday and it was very quiet however the food and service were fantastic! This is a real gem in Clayton and we will be back for sure!

    Report
19. CB

    CharlesB

    St. Louis

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2022

    overall3food4service3ambience3

    Keeping in mind that this is a hotel bar/restaurant - the floor was littered with pieces of bacon and napkins. The menus, (plastic sheets) badly needed to be wiped down. The hotel bar (!) was extraordinarily slow, but when drinks arrived were very good. Service was one waitress for entire place. There was clearly repeated confusion as to who got what plate at which table and the place was NOT packed. Again, it is a hotel bar/restaurant though they vigorously advertise as something more. The food and the offerings were very good. The folks working there were giving it their all, but they did not have they the staff or support to do what they are trying to do. My assessment, management has put them into an untenable position. We will not be back.

    Report
20. L

    Liam

    St. Louis

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience3

    Great restaurant and family friendly. Food is good but loosing its uniqueness. Not sure if we will come again.

    Report
21. J

    Jamie

    St. Louis

    28 reviews

    4.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience5

    We had a wonderful dinner. We came for the three course "Painting on Stone" dinner and it was fabulous!

    Report
22. MA

    MAK35

    St. Louis

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Very quiet … ok it was empty :-) but was meeting a friend whom I hadn’t seen in a while and we decided to stay. We both said food was very good, loved their marinated olives, I had lamb, friend salmon on recommendation and were both very happy with our food. Our server was very attentive, more guests came later. Would like to experience it again when it’s a little busier.

    Report
23. L

    Larry

    St. Louis

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience3

    Limited menu but everything we ate was very good except for the French Onion soup. It was a little weak on onion flavor. Also, not a very big wine selection.

    Report
24. K

    Kevin

    St. Louis

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Food and service was outstanding. We’ll be back.

    Report
25. MG

    MikeG

    St. Louis

    20 reviews

    3.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2022

    overall3food2service5ambience4

    My first visit here. I had the French onion soup, mussels and fries. The soup itself was good, but the bread was noticeably stale. The fries were excellent. The broth of the mussels was disappointingly bland. Perhaps I'll try one of the larger entrees to the hamburger next time.

    Report
26. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    St. Louis

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    If you haven’t been to Cafe Le Vie, I highly recommend it! It’s a secret gem in Clayton. The food and the service is top of the line! They really go above abs beyond to make you feel special! Last night was nothing short of amazing!

    Report
27. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    St. Louis

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Birthday brunch. Salads and soups were delicious

    Report
28. DG

    DiannG

    Kansas City

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 27, 2022

    overall3food2service1ambience4

    Slow service. Mediocre food served slightly warm rather than hot. No bread served.

    Report
29. K

    Kbear

    St. Louis

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We were pleasantly surprised by the warm service (LOVE that Bosnian mistress d'!!! So kind!!), the lovely surroundings and the VERY interesting and delicious food. The only drawback was the hotel setting, but everything else was great. Nice wine list, nice pacing, and a very creative food menu. It is a pleasure to dine in a place where you can hear your co-diner. We will go back.

    Report
30. BP

    BruceP

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 22, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4

    The food was very good and the server was attentive and seasoned.

    Report
31. CW

    CWdiner

    St. Louis

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 20, 2022

    overall4food5service3ambience4

    Better than average food, and quiet.

    Report
32. DT

    DrThom

    St. Louis

    16 reviews

    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience3

    Came for a belated valentines dinner. Service was excellent ! Food was excellent. Got a little loud later in the evening.

    Report
33. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    St. Louis

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2022

    overall1food3service1ambience2

    The Steak was overly cooked. Had to ask for water 3 times. The food took a very long time to be prepared.

    Report
34. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    St. Louis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Valentines/birthday dinner

    Report
35. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great time. Amazing food and very friendly staff. True fine dining experience. Would come here again.

    Report
36. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    Actually I was really nice there were 2 choices through the Valentine’s Course Dinner so I and my husband enjoyed tasting both dishes.

    Report
37. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Was a great experience all around. Food and service was great. Our waitress, Corinthians was fantastic.

    Report
38. CB

    CairaB

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    It was an amazing experience with our server ray! He made our first time experience wonderful and the food and drinks were delicious. Thank you so much. !

    Report
39. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    St. Louis

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 13, 2022

    overall2food2service2ambience4

    Poor service, Mediocre food . Extremely disappointed

    Report
40. JY

    JohnY

    St. Louis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing for our Saturday pre-valentines date. Food was impeccable, service was knowledgeable and accommodating. The hostess wanted out night to be perfect… Cheers!!!

    Report