L'Artiste Patisserie
Encino, CA 91316
Phone: (818) 386-0061
- Price:
- $
- Cross Street:
- Louise Avenue
- Hours:
- Daily 7:30am-4pm
Editorial Review for L'Artiste Patisserie – by Sarah Colombo
In Short
White curtains hang in the windows, framing doting grandmas parading their little darlings around other ladies who lunch. Meanwhile, the takeout crowd ignores the lure of quaint tables and patio seating. The two worlds merge at the L-shaped pastry cases, one filled with breakfast treats like muffins and croissants, the other displaying tarts and macaroons. Fresh baguette sandwiches and a host of salads are popular lunch choices. Omelettes filled with fancy cheeses and veggies make all-day appearances.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoLunch takeout service is fast and efficient. Generous slices of coconut vanilla or chocolate devils food cake travel well for afternoon tea parties with office mates.
The ExtrasAside from baguettes, the bakery offers a nice sampling of fresh baked bread loaves, including rye, whole wheat and challah.
User Reviews for L'Artiste Patisserie
07/06/2008 Posted by restaurantdiva
Honey, that's BAGUETTE. A "banquette" is something you sit on, built-in seating along the side of a wall - or in a booth. They are often made of vinyl - or, in really fancy places, leather. You may want to have someone help you edit your posts.
03/31/2008 Posted by Tetsujin28
Whisper Café is by far the best café restaurants in Los Angeles. If you miss that afternoon café experience that you had in Paris, then long for it no more! Vivre Le Whisper Café! Whisper Café is a friendly respite from its busy Ventura Blvd location. Sit among the friendly customers, their pets and staff at a patio table to enjoy incredible food! Please avoid the Starbucks and Coffee Bean nearby! This café has the best coffees from Italy (Lavazza) and freshly bakes it breads and pastry onsite. Please indulge on the various flavored Macaroons (Almond, Vanilla and Pistachio) which are beyond description and the yummy carrot and coconut cakes. Breakfast is a winner too! From simple delicious oatmeal, fantastic omelets with a fresh baguette! Originally I was looking for a review of a coconut cake that I saw on the Internet over a year ago and I found that this restaurant had changed owners and its name from L'Artiste Patisserie. Since my first visit, I have been back as many as four times a week for coffee, breakfast, lunch and dinner. I also have taken cakes, pastries and a banquettes home! Bravo to the Owners, Chris the Chef and Yvette. The staff, Yari and Xavier are top notch servers and will spoil you for any other dining experience. My recommendations for breakfast, the Whisper Omelet and Oatmeal, for lunch any of the terrific sandwiches on Banquettes. Huge salads! Dinner have the Lentil soup and Beef Wellington which are delicious and save room for a Napoleon and a café au lait! The dinner selection is top notch and offer vegetarian choices. Again save room for the pastries! Bring a bottle of wine with you or buy one at the nearby CVS. Please say “Hello” to me, most likely I will be sitting at the front patio table enjoying my café and a good book!
Pros: Friendly Service, GREAT FOOD!, GREAT Bakery!, GREAT Coffee!
Cons: None
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