We decided to visit Riviera village after a relaxing morning stroll through Torrance Beach. Since it was almost noon, we searched on Yelp and decided to have some crepes for lunch. The restaurant has inside seating for 40 guests and outside for 30. We arrived between breakfast and lunchtime and were able to get the last outside table. The attentive staff got us seated right away, and after browsing through their menu, we ordered the following items (arrived in 15 minutes) : Marine: The buckwheat outer layer was soft, not soggy, and with nice resistance. The light creamy tomato-based dressing with sliced mushrooms was pleasantly flavorful. Both shrimp and scallops were of good size, fresh and juicy. Fromage: Like Marine Crepe, the buckwheat out layer was soft. The mild brie cheese provided pleasant creaminess to the filling. Seasoned bacon, scrambled egg, onion, and mushroom added nice savoriness to the dish. The portions were sensible and the prices were reasonable. Very nice culinary experience. read more

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Been coming here a few times a month over the past 3 years, always loved it. But recently it really became subpar... First the food size is becoming ridiculous (au gratin potatoes so small) The service is where I'm shocked, the waiting staff turnover is crazy. I was there last Sunday evening (05/24) and one of the waiter with a French accent looks like he just started that day, he was clueless about the menu, didn't know what was the soup of the day, and very inattentive to our table (water refill, empty plates...) like he just wanted our tips ! Also I'm sorry about that one but he had a foul smell like he just finished working out... the table next to us was saying the same thing. I came back on Friday (05/29)early afternoon and seen the same waiter still no refill and same foul smell Im going to try their other locations in PV or Hermosa and see if I'm lucky and they're like that location used to be read more

Our family love come to this place we used to love the food until things are changed !!! 1. The food is not the same. 2. The portion of much smaller 3. The young boy waiters barely speak English with his heavy accent and let you wait by the table for cleanup. 4. I think the shift has been changed and food taste become horrible. 5. My daughter order hamburger like she usually left to order this hamburger at that place the meat was like rubber band and the meat was overcooked we specially mentioned the waiter that we want the meat to be cooked medium and she even mention it on the order ahe took !! We ask for hash brown for breakfast that we order the waiter like I don't think we have no more we ran out !!!! See the picture of famous Hamburger ...the meat even our little dog didn't want to eat that meat I hope the owner or the manager will see it and will change his habit to be cheep on food We have to say goodbye my love goodbye we will never return very disappointed Good luck read more

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First time at this location, I've only been to the Long Beach location, love the food here. Charming French bistro located in Riviera Village. Came on a Thursday evening with a friend. Our server, Marius provided some recommendations and was super friendly. For cocktails, I had the cosmopolitan and my friend had the espresso martini, both drinks were delightful. For appetizers, escargots is a must order when I'm at a French restaurant. These were very tasty and it was easy to eat since they were partially removed from the shells. We also had the prosciutto bruschetta which our server recommended and it is also a a must have. For our entrees, we had the mussels with fries with white sauce. This was very good and every Tuesday, they have an all you can eat mussels with fries for $39. We also ordered the New York steak frites. Steak was cooked to medium rare and very juicy. Fries were also crisp. For dessert, Marius recommended the Veronica crêpe, this was a perfect dessert to end our dinner. The cookie butter topped with toasted almonds and vanilla ice cream was so mouthwatering. The amazing presentation of all the dishes matched the deliciousness of the food. A must visit! Will be back for sure! read more

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We had planned to have breakfast at our years long favorite in Manhattan Beach, but it was late (about 1.30 pm) and Saturday. Parking was impossible!! So we drove along the coast to Redondo Beach and stumbled across this place. It looked great, the staff were welcoming and attentive in the extreme. The establishment had a cool, intimate charm both inside and outside in the sun. This time we both decided of different waffle man from the many offered but their dinner and lunch offerings will DEFINITELY bring us back and soon - despite the 50 minute drive from Beverly Hills. Parking is ample and there are so many restaurants and shooed to visit and browse. 2 thumbs up - we will be back and very soon!! read more

Creme De La Crepe - Mrs G's waffle with eggs and bacon - French Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

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I usually think of it only as a breakfast spot. Got the croque Monsieur and it was outstanding! The server was awesome and allowed me to substitute in their French onion soup Riviera village is awesome. Sit out in a sunny day and watch the exotic sports cars drive by read more

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Stepping into Crème de la Crêpe feels like a quick trip to France!! The charming decor and cozy ambiance really set the mood. I ordered the Bisuos crêpe with Nutella, mango, banana, and strawberry, and it was a lovely combo! Sweet, fresh, and satisfying without being too heavy. The crème brûlée was also a hit, creamy with a perfectly torched top. Service was warm and attentive. A great spot if you're craving a little French flair by the beach. read more

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Food was great! However if you like waiting 50 minutes on it forget it. I had my husband go to the car and get saltine crackers because I hadn't eaten since the night before. This was like 1:00 the next day. We figured our food would come pretty fast as not too many people there. Food finally showed after asking 3 times. We we did observe were people coming in while we were eating. They sat for like 10 to 15 minutes maximum and already had been served. Gee isn't that something? They orered off the menu just like us. When the tab came i didn't leave a tip. The only good part of this was the quality of food. It was freezing cold in there so I asked the manager if he could bring a heat lamp near out table. He did which was very kind of him. We ate inside however the doors were open. I didn't bother to photograph the food as the whole incident was too much to deal with. read more

I come here when looking for a patio brunch in Riviera Village. They have mimosas and great consistent menu items that always hit the spot. I am obsessed with the French Benedict with lamb and brie simply because I just can't get that anywhere else! They have sweet and savory crepes, and the staff can always recommend what to order when you can't decide for yourself. read more

Creme De La Crepe - Egg Benedicts - French Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

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I took my friends here for breakfast. We had 2 omelet dishes, one with chorizo and the other with ham and cheese. Not bad, a little dry and over cooked for my taste. It's a nice plate with a bit of salad greens, sliced baguettes, butter & jam and a nice tasting potato gratin. Our other friend had a buckwheat crepe. She claimed it was a tad dry, but filled with goat cheese and other stuff. She enjoyed it nonetheless, especially the candied walnuts on top. Coffee was good and bottomless. It's a nice little French bistro that spills onto the sidewalk. Nice French feel to it. Service was professional and courteous. The place was busy at around 9 am on a Sunday. Prices are reasonable and portions are okay. read more

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Mesdames et messieurs, bienvenue en France Situated about a block away from the ocean, Creme de la Crepe brings France to Redondo Beach's Riviera Village, including the best part: delicious desserts! The restaurant is reminiscent of a European cafe. The inside is a little bit smaller than a regular restaurant, but there is also outdoor seating available to enjoy the air on those nice, warm days. I will say immediately that they offered some of the best service I've ever received. The staff was so attentive in making sure we were taken care of; and we had both a male and female staff member who would each check in to ask if we needed anything, had any questions, or wanted recommendations. When we needed refills or anything else, they were fast to notice and take care of us. For lunch, I ordered the Farmer Crêpe off the Savory menu. This features a buckwheat crêpe filled with goat cheese, asparagus, spinach, walnuts, avocado and tomato. When it arrived, it was bigger than I expected! Not that I'm complaining... :) The tanginess of the goat cheese was a perfect contrast to the buttery avocado and acidic tomato, while the walnuts provided a good texture contrast to the overall feel of the crêpe. There was a lot going on in each bite, in a good way. For dessert, we ordered two of the Bisous crêpe, which features mango, banana, strawberry, and Nutella and is served with vanilla ice cream. I have made my own crêpes before, and I think I'd rather just buy them from CDLC from now on, especially since there's a Build Your Own Crepe option if I get adventurous. Breaking things down, they do a great job with the crêpe texture: not too hard, not too spongey. The fruit tasted fresh, and there was just the right amount of Nutella with it to complement while not overpowering the flavor to be just one note -- letting me enjoy the variety of sweet and savory in each bite. And speaking of sweet, the vanilla ice cream was the perfect pairing. Ice cream always makes everything better! Finally, I want to thank the staff for providing such a welcoming place with a friendly atmosphere. You truly go above and beyond and make me look forward to returning! read more

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I've been here for dinner and brunch multiple times and have had consistently great experiences with the food and service. My favorite though is that they have All You Can Eat Mussels and fries every Tuesday night for $35! You can try them with the 4 different broths, but I recommend getting the saffron broth it is superb. Also if you get here earlier before 6pm they have Happy Hour pricing weekdays on wine which ended up only being $8 per glass. Another nice bonus, if you ask them for bread there is no extra charge, unlike most places these days yay!! And if it's your birthday they'll send you an email for a free dessert crepe with purchase of entree. Had another fantastic dinner here tonight with excellent service! read more

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This place fails with large parties. We had 12 and they missed 2 orders, 30 min later still no food. Everybody was done eating and still no food for the 2 they missed. The waiter inattentive after food arrived, we never received a second round of drink orders, with empty water glasses, it's like he went to break but he didn't go to break he was busting tables next to us. Now why buss tables if you can't even attend to the tables you currently have. We've been months earlier and had similar issue, when they served 4 of the plates and then proceeded to tell one of friends they ran out of Quiche they ordered. Same experience show how bad this place manages itself. The food was mid at best, nothing great,. We won't be back. Best part of this experience is we found Rebel literally next door has a chef curated brunch menu with delicious food. read more

French done Frenchie! I'm a crème brûle snob. We dropped in for a glass of wine on a chilly night on the patio & decided to add the deviled eggs for a snack, perfectly cooked (topped with tiny bacon shreds, be sure to ask if you don't prefer) they were tasty & four to a plate during happy hour. (Regular hours have six - 3-œufs). Our lovely server, Meredith provided blankets & refilled the propane heater to keep us cozy. Before wrapping up, we decided to enjoy the crème brûle to check if it was up to our standards. HANDS DOWN, best crème brûle we've ever tasted. Made to perfection with a thick, warm sugar crust, proper temperature chill on the custard, a garnished with seasonal strawberries & a house made whipped cream. For good measure we took before & after photos. If you don't know what the perfect crème brûle bar is, start here & with your way down. Or hopefully, UP! read more

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First time here, though I've approved a few of my former students (Le Cordon Bleu) of mine to work in the Manhattan beach location. The ambiance was nice and inviting. The waitress was very sweet. We chose to sit outside but, unfortunately the heating lamps didn't work, so we sat inside. I love fresh squeezed lemonade so I asked how fresh it was because it's my favorite . She said fresh and they may have made it the night before. I was hesitant, but I still ordered it. Then we ordered the French onion soup, too sweet for my liking, but I was hungry so I ate half the bowel. I tasted the lemons juice that's made in house fresh, however that was not the case. It had a bitter, tangy, too sweet and rancid taste. Definitely past its shelf life. Please ensure the team is date labeling for freshness and test the shelf life . Fresh squeezed lemonade refrigerated can last 2 -3 days only. The waitress apologized and I got lavender latte . We then ordered the caprese salad and a build your own crepe. The dishes were a delight and I'd come back again to try them out . Thank you read more

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the food was not tasty at all. I got the filet mignon risotto and the color alone was un appetizing. i could barely finish a quarter of it. creme brulee was nice however read more

5 years later and I'm still very much impressed. I'm on a cut right now so I decided on the healthy breakfast. Which was finger sucking, I mean licking good. Every ingredient that was on this plate was just.... Love at first bite. Je t'aime healthy breakfast. And creme de la crepe restaurant. The service was pretty standard! Nothing that would wow me or make me need to comment on. Of course parking can be tricky but it's worth finding to eat here! And the ambiance is a mini France for sure. Well it feels like it. It's very nice for a change of scenery. I'd def come back for a healthy breakfast again :)!! read more

Creme De La Crepe - Energy Sandwich - French Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

We love the ambiance of the restaurant. It's quaint and makes you feel like you might just be in Paris. Our server was nice and prompt and checked on us several times. We all loved our drinks. I in particularly loved my chai tea with almond milk. read more

Creme De La Crepe - Decaf cappuccino, chai tea with almond milk and another fun latte. - French Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

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Krusteaz bags all over restaurant. The waffles don't taste good and it's clear why. They are using krusteaz pancake mix which is ridiculous for the price they charge. I'd strongly advise to not come here. Just disappointing. Also it was definitely the right spot...contrary to owners response. They know what they are doing. It's lazy. This is the photo when my wife was waiting in line waiting for the restroom. I should have walked out at that point. That was before we ordered then confirmed after tasting the food. Photo posted after owner response. read more

Creme De La Crepe - Krusteaz pancake mix - French Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

Located on the corner of Catalina and Avenida Del Norte. Street parking is pretty much your only option but luckily the parking meters accept coins and the option to pay via a website on your phone which takes credit cards and Apple Pay. Walked up on a Tuesday morning around 1000 and was seated right away. There is the option to sit outside or inside, we opted to sit inside. The menu offers an array of choices and for this visit we decided on breakfast! My husband chose the bisous which is a crepe filled with strawberries, banana, mango, Nutella and served with whipped cream and a scoop of vanilla ice cream. He enjoyed it but mentioned that the fruit is sliced rather thick which he prefers it to be sliced thin. I started with a cappuccino and chose the crab cake benedict - it is served with potato gratin, baby greens, baguette, butter and home made jam. The benedict is one large crab cake topped with two poached eggs and topped with hollandaise. This was DELICIOUS! The crab cake is full of crab meat, the poached eggs were cooked to perfection and the hollandaise sauce is rich, buttery, and smooth, just how I like it! Overall, we enjoyed our breakfast and would visit again! read more

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Fantastic service, delicious food. Highly recommend visiting this restaurant! I loved the crepes and lovely atmosphere. Friendly staff

Excellent food, great service, kitchen was accommodating this time, but they will not do special orders for me next time. Outdoor or indoor dining available. An offer for a coffee refill didn't come until we were finished with breakfast. read more

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This Creme De La Crepe deserves an update. Every time I come here, I receive consistently wonderful friendly service and the food is excellent. My family loves the the different savory crepe dishes for brunch or lunch. I enjoy sitting both inside and outside on the patio to people watch. The food to me is perfection. Metered parking in the village. read more

Creme De La Crepe - Crab sandwich with Salad n potato gratin. Yum - French Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

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If you are looking for an authentic Alpine experience, you have to visit Bruno! I had the most incredible Raclette here--the cheese was perfectly melted and served over tender potatoes with delicious cured hams and a fresh salad. It is the ultimate comfort food and exactly what you want when visiting this beautiful region.The highlight of the meal, however, was Bruno himself. He is a fantastic host who clearly takes huge pride in his restaurant and his heritage. He made us feel so welcome and "at home" from the moment we walked in. I think the world of him!Do not miss this spot if you want genuine food and even better company. 10/10! read more

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Russ and I stopped by Crème de la Crêpe for a late lunch and had a really nice experience. The restaurant felt cozy and beautiful. The music was lovely, and I kept catching myself looking at the pretty lights above the bar. We ordered the bolognese pasta and the fondue with bread and apples. The bolognese was really good. The sauce had a deep flavor and tasted like it had been simmering for a long time, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. The fondue was also great. The cheese had such an amazing flavor and was really good with both the bread and the apples. Gauthier took care of us when we were there and the service was impeccable. He was warm and hospitable and made us feel really welcome. It was a relaxed lunch and we are looking forward to coming back. read more

Food is amazing and comes out fast! Great ambiance to go out with some friends for a treat or breakfast!! The service is great! I had an amazing conversation with a young lady she was so sweet! read more

Went for the food but the desserts took my heart, displayed desserts look delectable and the taste, soooo unbelievable.

I've seen this place many times on my walks but, only finally stepped in. I had no idea wha I had been missing. We were greeted by such a friendly and knowledgeable young woman who made us feel more like I was coming to someone's house for lunch rather than a cafe. I had a hard time deciding on my order but, ended up having the French onion soup, a chèvre salad and took some bites from my friends crepe. I enjoyed my lunch with a nice glass of wine and finished with a shared creme brulee with a perfectly heated sugar top and espresso. All in all, I'll definitely be coming back again. I felt for just a couple of hours that I was back in France relaxing on a summer day. It was a nice feeling. read more

Great for girls brunch! We sat in the outside patio and it was such a nice day. I got the hot chicken salad and it was yummy read more

Creme De La Crepe - Hot Chicken Sandwich - French Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

I've come here many times! The ambiance is really cute. The food I've got is really good! Service is pretty quick as well. read more

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Great breakfast spot that really encapsulates the quintessential European breakfast experience! I ordered a Salmon Benedict - and the healthy portions, perfectly-cooked egg, and rich Hollandaise sauce took me right out of Redondo Beach and transported me to the homey cafes and bistros of Paris. That nostalgic feeling can't be beat! The only drawback that I observed was the service - the pace of things certainly could've been picked up a bit. I didn't feel like we were thoroughly attended to at all times. Still, that one blemish aside - this place is pretty good. read more

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SIL was coming on for a weekend visit and we wanted to maximize the very short time she was here. She had a Saturday morning open so I recommended we have brunch before attending a family gig later in the afternoon. It came down to this place or an Italian spot a few minutes away. Not sure how this won out, but we found ourselves here within an hour of opening time. We decided to sit outdoors because it was such a nice and sunny SoCal day! And since I got to take a Quick Look at the menu before arriving, I knew what I wanted. ESCARGOT: Comes with 6 pieces, so it was a perfect portion for our party of three. They were cooked tender and served in melted butter mixed with what looked like pesto. The butter mix was so good we dipped our leftover bread for some yummy bites! FRENCH ONION SOUP: A must-have for me whenever I see it on the menu. Served piping hot. Had a taste of the broth and cheese and flavor had depth and hearty. I asked for two more spoons to share with my group (because I'm afraid I might eat it all without giving them a taste!) But the spoons took so long, the soup kinda got cold. Still good, though... CRAB CAKE BENEDICT: I normally don't order Benedict's but this got me curious. And I'm glad I did! They use real crab for the whole cake. Didn't have a lot of fillers and seasoned well. The béchamel sauce was tasty but not overpowering. And the poached egg was cooked perfect! Came with a side of arugula salad and potato gratin, both served as palate cleansers. Bread, butter and jam included. There was plenty going on with this plate but all somehow came together beautifully. SAINT PIERRE CRÊPE: Cuzzo's choice of eats. Came with salad and lemon (should you decide to splash the crepe and/or salad with it for addded taste.) I had one bite and k was also sold on this dish. The crepe was fluffy and the fillings (crab and meat) stood out. Delish! BOLOGNAISE BUCKWHEAT CRÊPE: SIL's eats. The filling was deliciously savory, it didn't need the crepe! Also served with a side of salad. This, too, I'd recommend! BRETONNE: Banana and Nutella crepe to share. Loved the fluffy crepe, good amount of Nutella. The banana slice I got was a bit on the raw-ish side, but not detrimental. A good finish to our meals. FOOD: 4.5. Very close to perfect! SERVICE: 3.5. Average at best. Our server(s) seemed a bit all over the place, and maybe they're understaffed? But yeah, they didn't have their own sections. It wasn't a few minutes after we put our drink orders in when another asked us for the same thing. It took too long for the extra spoons to come (so we can share the French onion soup) that the soup got cold. Also took long to get to-go containers. They were quick with the tab, though. The food came out quick, so the kitchen staff is their saving grace (which is the reason for the 0.5 bump.) But overall, table service leaves much to be desired. VALUE: 4. Reasonably priced for the quality and quantity we got. PARKING: Metered street parking only ($1.50/hr - not bad for RB.) It gets busy, more especially on the weekends. Plan accordingly. OVERALL: 4. We did enjoy our stop, I'll say! Highly recommending for anyone in the mood for a French themed brunch! read more

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Great consistent food no matter which location you go to. Great crepes! I love the escargot. So tasty. I usually get a croque madam and it's always delicious. Good price points. Clean restaurant and good selection of beers. Very friendly usually international staff. I highly recommend. read more

We decided to come here after dinner yesterday and it was really good. We got the build your own crepe and a Nutella crepe and both were delicious. The service was great. read more

Creme De La Crepe - French Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

The service was poor. The coffee & the food we ordered took a really long time (20-30 minutes) AND it was incorrect. The food was OK (once we received the right order). I don't know if it's just this location, but I wouldn't return. read more

How is the word does this place have 4 Stars? This may be one of the worst meals I have ever had. Sweet French Onion Soup? No thank you. Nicoise Salad with overly fishy fish and tasteless dressing along with the classic French Sole Filet with buerre blanc? No just melted butter smothering an overcooked filet of something with 3 spears of asparagus that were the highlight of the dish and a square of overly cheesy boxed potatoes gratin. Seasoning? Maybe the chef had covid? Some bites were overly salty while others were completely devoid of even a grain of salt. Please please please fix yourselves. read more

Where to begin. This was the first and last time going here! I went there with my wife because we heard that the food was "really good". We love eating in the area, especially since we can sit outside and enjoy the weather. We ordered 2 different hash plates which came out greasy and lacked flavor. The egg that was supposed to be sunny side up came over cooked and hard. Then the waiter asked if we needed any ketchup or hot sauce, we said yes to both..... he forgot. When we complained about the food the waitress was generous about taking it off the bill and offered us a free crepe to make up for the experience. We ordered the free crepe and a second crepe to try different flavors. My wife's came out good, it was a pre selected option that had strawberry, banana and chocolate. I decided to get crazy and order a build your own. Mine was supposed to consist of banana, Nutella, cookie butter, and vanilla ice cream. As you would imagine, the vanilla ice cream would add that creamy delicious refresh to the pallet......... but they forgot it. They also forgot to come back and check on us to make sure we were good. We then got the check passed to us by the waiter who did a drop and go. Now, I wouldn't just write this because of some missed items, especially since they were doing what they could to fix the problem, but here's the kicker.... After waiting 20 mins, I took the bill into pay. I was expecting the place to be busy and full of people. Nope! One guy sitting at the bar. The waiter was behind the counter, the waitress was folding napkins. Overall, not worth it. read more

This is a cute small cafe located in the heart of Redondo Beach within walking distance from the beach. My friend and I had a nice long day at the beach and were looking for something lighter to eat. The restaurant ambience is very nice-you can sit outside if you like or inside for slightly more privacy. I ordered a savory crepe. All the savory crepes are made with buckwheat while the dessert ones are made from a more traditional crepe batter. I didn't care for the buckwheat crepe even though I know it's healthier for me. It was very very dry and crunchy and I'm used to a softer texture. Luckily the filling was pretty good with potatoes, eggs, bacon, cheese and mushrooms. It did take quite awhile to get my food-I waited over half an hour and there was only one other customer in the restaurant. The wait staff were very friendly and the view from the cafe was nice. However, the parking is challenging, the savory buckwheat crepes are dry, and the wait for the food is long. I would recommend if you go and don't mind waiting, to order something to drink and get a dessert crepe. read more

Creme De La Crepe - Switzerland crepe - French Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

Service and food was incredibly! So delicious, friendly atmosphere, and great place for a first date :)) read more

Creme De La Crepe - French Toast With Fruit - French Near Me - Redondo Beach, California

Creme de la crepe was outstanding and one of the best meals I've had in a while. Best escargot I've ever had and amazing coffee. Food was outstanding and the service was spectacular as well. Great environment inside and I'd come back here any day. Good french onion soup and a very reasonably priced menu. Crepes were great and I'm looking forward to the next visit. read more

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