Thanh Vi Restaurant

12/02/07

Surprisingly good French food in the San Gabriel/Rosemead area!

by primojade at Citysearch

So we heard about this French restaurant in the San Gabriel/Rosemead area and we thought...no way! We've been driving to Burbank and Pasadena for the last 2 to 3 years for French food (from Rosemead...that's a bit of a drive). Then recently we found out that this cute little place in Pasadena (Crepe Vine Bistro) can't serve hot foods anymore because they had another fire..so disappointed : - (

Anyway, so we decided to give La Vie a shot. OMG...what a surprise! I can't tell you how happy we are to have found a place that serves decent French food in our area. I had the duck (very impressed!) and my DP had the filet mignon (good as well). We ordered a shrimp salad and some escargot (both good as well) and then, of course, the souffle. The souffle was very airy and light and an absolute treat! It's not as substantial as the ones made at other places but it was very very good! They have decently priced wines and the service staff are very nice. They make you feel welcome and we saw that a lot of their customers were treated like family even though they were not. All in all...a great neighborhood place for good food. The price can't be beat for French food and don't let the location fool you. It's in a nondescript strip mall but they've been there for 8 years and people still keep coming. Make sure you give it a try...it's worth it!

• Pros: Nice relaxed atmosphere, great prices, decent wines, good souffle
• Cons: might be a little hard to find, tables are a little too close

09/28/07

Great place for a quiet night out

by pumilamac at Citysearch

I eat here once a month and it never disappoints me. The atmosphere is quite and private and I've never had to wait more than 5 minutes for a table for two. It's very different than what I expected the first time as it is in a small lot that seems odd for a restautant, because of this when you go for dinner all the other businesses are closed so there is ample parking.

The food is excellent, the price is very reasonable, the service is good to great.

• Pros: Great Food, Easy Parking, Reasonable Prices, Good Service, Best for a casual night out

08/04/07

not bad...

by andylawcc at Citysearch

Wasn't too impressed by this restaurant personally, since I have the expectation of it begin some cult-like, indie French-Vietnam fusion cusinie. On the bright side, it didn't come with the typical French-Viet fusion cusinie price tag (read: Michelia). Corkage is $8 and their wine list is okay.

• Pros: quite a unique French/Viet cuisine experience
• Cons: but food quality is just slightly above average