Cafe Du Village
(323) 466-3996
139 1/2 N Larchmont Blvd
Los Angeles,
CA
90004
34.0737
-118.3239
Neighborhoods: Central LA, Greater Wilshire / Hancock Park
What People Are Saying About Cafe Du Village
The Editor
Mar Yvette
Citysearch
In Short
Located on the quaint pedestrian stretch of Larchmont Boulevard, this small spot is a burst of French air: Framed countryside photos and copper pots hang from the walls, while a handful of servers (with real French accents) weave their way through the fifteen or so tables squeezed inside the main dining room. The sidewalk tables, set beneath a bright red awning that's as shielding on a sunny day as it is on a rainy one, offer room for about a dozen more folks. The menu features traditional bistro fare suited for morning (French toast, eggs Florentine), noon (Nicoise salad, quiche Lorraine) and night (buttery escargot, lamb chops in mustard sauce).
Hits: Though the restaurant is open throughout the day, everyone knows that breakfast is the star of the show. Everything from the Scottish Eggs Benedict (which uses salmon instead of ham) to the blueberry pancakes is worth a try.
Misses: Snagging a table for breakfast on the weekends can be pretty brutal--and service can be slow--but hey, whattayagonnado?
User Reviews
Raerae1
October 07, 2008
Hey listen I was a BIG fan up until that experience. My mother and I went there often and spoke frequently to the owner and waiters. I'm not bitter or unable to resolve conflict, so please, spare me that evaluation. My family was treated beyond shabby and humiliated almost upon arrival. I don't think that needs a conversation. There are some words for what was missing. They're called common decency, service 101, and an apology. I'm glad some people get good service and find their experiences pleasant but they've muddied their waters with me forever.
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Anonymous
October 03, 2008
I love this place! A delicious lamb sandwich, goat cheese salad and crisp iced tea = the perfect lunch. Surely the best thing about Larchmont Village.
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LaBock
October 01, 2008
I went to Cafe du Village because it was suggested by a friend. We were a group of 5. It was brunch time on a Saturday, and we were promptly seated on the lovely back patio. We all got coffee, water, and oj. I couldn't decide whether I wanted a sweet or a savory breakfast, so one of my friends and I finally chose to split two dishes: the corned beef hash with two poached eggs and a biscuit, and the blueberry pancakes. Another friend got the chicken panini, and the other two got the corned beef hash. The blueberry pancakes were to DIE for! So sweet and delicious, lightly dusted in powdered sugar. There was really no need for syrup. And the homemade corned beef hash and biscuit were amazing, but the real treat? The savory potatoes with caramelized onions and peppers. I really loved this place, and will go back as soon as I get the chance. The only complaint I heard was from the two coffee drinkers in the group. Apparently the coffee was weak, which is surprising for a French place. But they were willing to forgive Cafe du Village because the food is so awesome. I recommend it highly.
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Parking:
There are metered spots and free parking spaces along Larchmont and Beverly, but they do fill up fast, especially on weekends when the farmers' market is going on.
Save Money:
The restaurant doesn't have a liquor license, so it's BYOB. Best of all, there is no corkage fee.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Breakfast, Family-Friendly Dining, Brunch, People Watching
