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    Le Chat Noir

    4.6 (557 reviews)
    PriceyFrench, Desserts
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:30 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    LE CHAT NOIR ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Intimate
    Upscale
    Classy

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    Crème brule
    Jas S.

    Le Chat Noir delivered a great dining experience from start to finish. I started with the shrimp appetizer and the sauce paired with it was rich, balanced, and super flavorful. The sea bass was another standout, cooked perfectly and topped with an incredible sauce that really tied the dish together. For dessert, the creme brulee was a solid finish that's was classic, smooth, and satisfying. Overall, a lovely spot with dishes that are thoughtfully prepared and full of flavor.

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    Rose G.

    It was our first time here and everything was amazing! We called to make reservations and came on a Tuesday evening for our anniversary. The interior was a little smaller than I thought but had a really intimate vibe especially with the dim lights. The host was very friendly and made sure to give us the specials before leaving. Our waiter was wonderful! He gave us suggestions and they were all perfect! He made sure to check on us often and never let our waters empty. The food was so delicious!!!! I've tasted escargot a couple times before and it wasn't very good. But we tried the escargot in garlic sauce here...AMAZING! All our food was wonderful and flavorful. The meat was tender and the veggies were good! All in all we give this 100/10 and plan to make another date night to return.

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    Dennis T.

    I recently experienced another great French dinner here with Diane, beginning with Bread Service consisting of freshly baked and lightly crusty baguettes slathered with heavenly butter. Next up for me was an app of Escargots in a Garlic Butter Sauce that was simply superb, followed by Moules Poutelle au vin Blanc (Steamed Mussels) in a milky broth. A crock of Soupa L'Oignon Gratinee au Gruyere featured numerous well-caramelized onions, a delicious broth, and a very cheesy baked lid. For mains Diane enjoyed Les Crevettes in a Lemon Butter Sauce (Sauteed Shrimp), while I was very pleased with my perfectly medium rare Les Tournados de Boeuf Blanc et Noir (Filet Mignon) with both Red and White Wine Sauce. My dessert course was the highlight of the meal. While Diane addressed a large Creme Brulee, I struggled to finish an enormous Dessert Sampler that included Creme Brulee, Chocolate Mousse, Profiterole, and Chocolate Macaron. It was a great end to a great meal. Service was attentive and spot on. And the surrounding ambiance in the small dining room was intimate and romantic.

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    Larry P.

    We are here for my Birthday! The food is delicious and the service was also very well received! All three of us had a fantastic meal perfectly prepared! The appetizers were excellent! The restaurant is small but very intimate! Yes we will return! Thank you for making this evening special!

    Filet mignon
    Amaan V.

    Came here for a date night - and I gotta say this restaurant really nails the 'je ne sais quoi' vibe to a T. We ordered the smoked salmon for appetizers, and filet mignon and pheasant for the main. Everything was perfectly cooked - the pheasant was pleasant and juicy and the filet mignon had the most decadent cognac sauce. Finally we had dessert, which I thought was the highlight. We shared crème brûlée and the coupe ardechoise (ice cream w/ chestnuts and brandy). WOW these were so tasty! Finally, our waiter was the best - he would always check in on us with each course and would leave with either a dad joke or small quip.

    Lisa M.

    The food here is amazing! You can tell the chef puts a lot of love and time into the food that is served. I personally think it is so rare to find places like that lately. The restaurant is on the smaller side which makes it feel that much more intimate. Service is also great! We had a birthday party here without any complaints. We were able to bring our own cake and the restaurant plated it for us (with a fee). Recommend it for special occasions or nice dates.

    Tanya D.

    Amazing service presented by Adrien, his recommendations were solid. I had the best escargot with these mushrooms oh my gosh, perfect for dipping my bread. I also had an amazing glass of wine. I really just enjoy this experience. I came by myself and it was just really nice and classy and a bit of sophistication. The portions of their escargot was really nice. It took them a while to make it because it is made fresh and the mushrooms and I'm not a big fan of mushrooms but with these mushrooms it worked perfectly.

    Escargot
    Kelsii D.

    The French onion soup was some of the best I've ever had! We also had the escargot and while I thoroughly enjoyed the pesto, I do love a little cheese on mine as well. I would highly suggest the crepe de mer. Still top notch and the restaurant was able to get us in during prime Saturday lunch time without issues. Definitely worth stopping in for this gem.

    Escagot with garlic butter
    Tiffany W.

    Brought a friend for dinner to celebrate a milestone. We enjoyed the appetizers (escargots & mussels). My friend indulged in her lamb loin. I thought my duck was a bit over cooked. The dessert sampler was the perfect size to share with someone.

    Steak
    Reza M.

    Love this place. French speaking staff are friendly and informative. Place is cute and cozy. Had the pate this time. Tasty with the unlimited bread. Have had the french onion soup before and it's amazing. We had the steak with two different sauces. Perfectly cooked and so much flavor. Creme brulee is classically delicious. Pinot noir was great. Highly recommend if you're craving french food in the area.

    Our evening was amazing ! Thank you Le Chat Noir ‍ chef and waiter's
    Lee S.

    All I can say is WOW ! I myself haven't had French Food before and for my first time I'm speechless. Just happened to stumble across this little downtown spot with the wife celebrating 34 Years of marriage. From the beginning the experience was amazing. The waiter was very informative and it was a wonderful anniversary. The French onion soup is absolutely delicious and the bread was fresh and the butter was tasty. Not knowing anything about French food I opted for the venison. The sauce was delicious and the venison was tender and juicy, vegetables fresh and potatoes were excellent. Compliments to the Chef ‍ for such a great first experience. Great little romantic spot. Very affordable considering what you get . Definitely will be back to try some more on the menu.

    Hai Y.

    Excellent dining experience! It was my second time dining here with my girlfriend, the service by Adrian was fantastic as always, we felt well taken care of. I got the swordfish and she got the lamb chops, it was her first time trying lamp racks and she loved it! I am also very impressed with both the appetizers and the entrees, the stuffed mushrooms are a must try, and the swordfish cooked medium was delicious. We'll definitely be back for more ^-^

    Baguette with butter
    Sue P.

    Stumbled upon this restaurant by accident and we are so glad we did! Charming little French restaurant with a handful of outside seats. We didn't have a reservation on a Saturday but we were able to get seated outside. We ordered the French onion soup, shrimp, lamb chops and the mini dessert tray. Everything was perfectly seasoned and the veggies were all absolutely fork tender and delicious. My only complaint was the lack of a sauce for the lamb chops as I felt it needed a little something. Very affordable for the quality of food and definitely a place to come back to

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    Everything we ordered was excellent. The lamb chops and shrimp dish were amazing as well as the desserts!

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    Don't speak French, that's fine. The servers will help you with every question you have. Recommend the trust me. Ask for extra bread.

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    Food is AMAZING. Service is excellent. This is our absolute favorite date spot in Riverside.

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    Ask the Community - Le Chat Noir

    Opened for thanksgiving?

    We will be close in Thanksgiving day

    Is there a plan of having Valentines menu for 2025?

    Yes

    Can the restaurant accommodate someone with celiac disease?

    Do they allow outside wine?

    I believe they allow 1 bottle and charge a $25.00 corkage fee.

    Hi, is there a dress code?

    Technically there is not a dress code, but it is encouraged to dress in a more semi formal attire. No sandals, shorts, tank tops, etc.

    Do they have a private room for groups?

    No, but you can buy out the restaurant for a party of up to about 40.

    Do you need a reservation?

    You do not necessarily need a reservation, but since the place is quite intimate (I believe 24 tables) and only open for dinner service, it would be prudent to make one, or at least call ahead to see if a table is available.

    Is there a cork fee?

    yup! If I remember correctly, its around $25

    Doc they offer gluten free menu items?

    Yes, but no vegan options

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