We were given this restaurant as a recommendation and decided to celebrate my birthday here -- and I'm so glad we did. From start to finish, everything was excellent. The pacing between courses was perfect, never rushed and never too slow. The ambience was warm and inviting, and the staff was absolutely exceptional. I started with the Eiffel Tower cocktail, which honestly tasted like Starburst candy in the best way possible. If you love garlic, the escargot is a must -- absolutely incredible. The French onion soup was delicious, and even the ranch dressing on the salad tasted homemade and fresh. We ordered the specials and every single one was 5-star quality. Sadly, I didn't save room for dessert... but that just gives us a reason to come back next time. Truly a hidden gem in downtown Lake Elsinore. read more

The food tasted really good, the service was amazing. The female waiter made me and my family laugh and when I accidentally ordered something that had caramel (I'm allergic to caramel) I gave it to my brother. when we explained what happened the waiter and Chef brought out another round of the Pastry on the house and it warmed our hearts. The inside also looked very nice I liked the design. read more

After several years of dining with Le rendezvous Cafe, I could just about be an expert on their delicious menu that usually seems to be upgraded at least annually. The head chef is caring enough to even leave from his work to make sure that customers are enjoying his exquisite meals. This is where I would not like to exhort the food as much because the price point is so appropriate for the ambiance provided. That is to say, I don't wish them to raise their prices...just joking, of course. In conclusion, I may say that the great servers, elevated ambiance, and the robust tastes and the presentation of the food all have promoted a beautiful dining experience for us over 20 years, whether for a solo diner or an entire celebrating group. The Reeses read more

The food here was good. The water was gross, they definitely need a water filter. I didn't love the ambiance, so personally I wouldn't choose this place for a date. Our waiter was very kind, I liked him a lot! BUT he disappeared after he gave us our food. I've noticed a lot of waiters do that lately, then if we need some sauce or a drink or anything we end up either waiting until our food gets cold or just eating it and getting it at the end of the meal. Again, the food here was good.. but the overall vibe and experience was just alright. read more

If you're driving through Lake Elsinore and blinking, you might miss this absolute gem, but Le Rendez-Vous Cafe is worth the U-turn. It's rare to find a spot that feels this authentic without being pretentious, but they've nailed the "French countryside" atmosphere right in the Inland Empire. The Food The menu is a love letter to crepes. I opted for a savory galette, and the buckwheat flour was perfectly thin with those crisp, lacy edges you usually only find in Brittany. The Savory: The ingredients were fresh--no soggy veggies or cheap cheese here. The Sweet: I couldn't leave without trying a sweet crepe. The presentation was beautiful, and it wasn't cloyingly sugary; it was balanced and sophisticated. The Coffee: Their espresso game is strong. It's the kind of place where you actually want to sit and linger over your latte rather than taking it to-go. The Atmosphere & Service The decor is charming and cozy, making it a perfect spot for a quiet breakfast or a cute brunch date. The staff is consistently welcoming--you can tell they take pride in what they're serving. It's a refreshing break from the usual fast-food chains lining the main roads. The Verdict Le Rendez-Vous is a reminder that good things come in small packages. Whether you're a local or just passing through on the way to the lake, do yourself a favor and stop in. It's easily one of the best breakfast/lunch spots in the area. Pro Tip: Try to get there a little earlier on weekends, as it's a small space and fills up fast! read more

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The vibe in this restaurant is extremely cute. It is super clean and the workers are amazing. The food was delicious. I just moved to the area and I would definitely come back. Extremely delicious!!!!! read more

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Found this Gem in downtown Lake Elsinore, the service was very fast and friendly, the food was 10/10 so well portioned and presented and omg so delicious read more

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Chicken crepe Think chicken pot pie gravy but sweetened by the champagne. Customer service here is Great! Cute little restaurant. Breakfast potatoes were good too. Coffee is okay. But great service. read more

Le Rendez-Vous Cafe - Chicken Crepe - Diners Near Me - Lake Elsinore, California

Oh, wow! What a great restaurant and a great experience! Rendez- Vous opened just over a year ago and I had it BM'd, after seeing it pop-up in several reviews. It absolutely did not disappoint us. We came on a Saturday and they were busy, but not crowded. The three of us sat in their large dining room, opposite the bar as you come in. Water glasses were filled and menus provided. All very professional and friendly. Nice. We started with some appetizers and I just had to try their Escargot. It had the right amount of butter and garlic and it was perfect. Our daughter ordered the French Onion soup and she too, found her's amazing. For our entrées, we went with the Chicken Marsala, Champagne Chicken and Shrimp. All were delicious. We then ended our evening with their Molten Lava Chocolate Cake. Five Stars. Expect to pay around thirty-five dollars each plus extra for libations read more

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Always heard good things about this restaurant and finally got a chance to try it. The food was good. My husband ordered the trio meat omelette and everything was well made. I ordered the meatloaf bordelaise and it was very good. Everything about the meatloaf was good and the mushroom gravy was the best according to my hubby. The banana fosters were yummy and not too sweet. And that was the icing to the cake that sealed the deal for the day. The server was nice and ambiance was nice. Definitely will come back to try the other dishes maybe come for dinner or weekend meals. read more

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Ok, I am stunned. I was invited to a French restaurant in Lake Elsinore so read the reviews, all positive. One mentioned 'meatloaf',... wait,... at a French restaurant?? The wine was WAY better than expected the meatloaf was very good. The chicken Marsala and champagne chicken were good, I tasted the sweet chili salmon and I think I'll get that next time. Shocking isn't it, no disrespect for Lake Elsinore, but a decent, inexpensive French restaurant, what a pleasant surprise. read more

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I love this little spot. The staff are very welcoming and friendly. We ordered the mimosa flight which saves you if you're going to drink. The sunset was sweet and tangy. We ordered the Cajun omelette, split it with an order of the stuffed french toast as well. Both came out hot and tasted fantastic. Not too greasy or salty or overly sweet. I would stop by again for good breakfast or brunch! read more

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We been to all three of their locations: San Bernardino, Colton and now Lake Elsinore. We always have a great time and Russell really is a treat. It's always so great to meet someone who takes such pride in their work. Although we love their regular menu, holidays and special events menu are such a fun experience! Their location is right off the freeway and in the downtown where you can take a walk before or after eating. Parking is free but the ones in front are usually taken so I recommend parking in the back. My favorite is the chicken crepes but the pot pie is great too! read more

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My niece recently moved out to Lake Elsinore, so I went to visit her and have lunch. She chose Le Rendez-Vous, she had never been. We didn't realize the weekends were brunch only, she had seen some items on the lunch menu that she wanted to try, but they weren't serving them. We did ask if they would, the waiter said no. There was another couple that came in after us, they asked if they could have the normal menu, were told no, and they got up and left. Ambiance is blah, and the chairs were uncomfortable. It was dark in there, it almost felt like the lights weren't on and the only light was coming from the window in front. Waiter was nice, as was some other guy who checked on us a sporadically. My iced tea was refilled a few times. The menu didn't scream French to either of us, aside from crepes, which neither of us wanted. She got their Pineapple Brûlée Pancakes, it was just normal buttermilk pancakes with one piece of pineapple on top. I tried the cakes, they were kind of dry and not very sweet. The menu said it has a sweet vanilla sauce on it, neither of us picked up on that. She said the pineapple was caramelized and she liked that, but overall, she wasn't impressed. I had Ham Benedict, which is normal eggs benedict, but also has spinach. The house potatoes on the side were pretty good. Their hollandaise was one of the worst I have had, the flavor was just off, and there was barely any of it. I love a lot of sauce so I can mix it with the potatoes, but I was unable to do that. The ham was thick, but lacked flavor and I got one bite that was super tough and hard to chew. The entire dish lacked seasoning. It got the job done though, I was starving when we arrived and wasn't hungry when we left. Brunch was $50 for our two entrees, a lemonade, and an iced tea. Niece said she might come back to try the lunch items she was craving. I don't think I would come back though. read more

Le Rendez-Vous Cafe - Pineapple Brûlée Pancakes - Diners Near Me - Lake Elsinore, California

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First time at this restaurant and we arrived about 4 in the afternoon. Although we were way ahead of the dinner crowd the place had a few people there. I ordered the Lagunitas IPA, French Onion Soup and the Meatloaf. OMG! Fantastic meal! The soup was exceptional and the meatloaf had mashed potatoes and sautéed veggies. All were warm and delicious. The soup was hot and delicious! Liz was our server and she was excellent. The place was very clean and welcoming. As we were leaving the owner said "Thanks for coming" and that will bring us back! Great hospitality. A must try. read more

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Oh my goodness, this place is fabulous. The people, the food, the atmosphere. Let's talk about the food, absolutely delicious. We both start with French onion soup and one taste told us we were in for a fantastic lunch. Had the beef stroganoff and a shrimp scampi. Every bite of each dish was crazy good. Finished by sharing a slice of lemon cake. Had enough food for leftovers for dinner. I know I will be back. My only problem is what I hate was so good. I'll probably want to get the same thing when I really want to try something else. I can't wait to go back. Thank you for a wonderful afternoon. read more

Tuesday lunch date with my guy. Out Freaking Standing! I almost hate to rave about this sweet little cafe. It's gonna get busy here when wird gets out. Le Rendezvous Cafe is located in the heart of Lake Elsinore's Historic Main Street District. Cute little mom n pop shops are lined up in this area. There has been ALot of improvements to this area. Gentrification I guess you could call it...but it looks and feels nostalgic and good over here. Service just enough, not intrusive. French onion soup, delectable. Shrimp po' boy the freshest & crunchiest breaded shrimp, perfectly balanced slaw and the "bun" was fluffy and firm all at once. Bacon blue cheese burger excellent and so big! Raspberry tea was choice as this was a celebration lunch not dinner..lol. Bar is inviting. Decor was simple and reminiscent of a Parisian Cafe. Happy Anniversary to us and we found our new favorite spot for a luxury meal at a reasonable price of exceptional quality. Thank you. read more

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Mother's Day brunch was awesome. The duck was exceptional. The dessert plate wonderful along with everything else. The entree's Everyone had were great and the mimosa were fantastic. We love dinning there we drove a long way just the go to this restaurant for Mother's Day. read more

Wonderful! Everything has so much flavor and the ingredients just taste better quality than most restaurants. I got the pole (fish) and I loved it came with two great size filets mashed potato's seasoned perfectly and veggies. I loved the carrot haha. My mother got the Cajun chicken pasta & added on chicken that was great it came with little pieces of veggies zucchini carrots and maybe some other items. Garlic bread was even great haha I loved the way they cut the loaf makes the dish just look even that more unique. Great place. I'll be going back this week to try something else read more

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Very kind service. Food was good. Nice little spot. Would like to come back. There was a lot of personal conversations being had by staff very close to us. I don't mind but when I was in the service industry that was a big no no for us. read more

Le Rendez-Vous Cafe - The breakfast pot pie - Diners Near Me - Lake Elsinore, California

This is a brand new chapter for Le Rendezvous. One thing I know for certain, this charming historic district in Lake Elsinore is a far better place for Le Rendezvous than its previous location in Colton. If you have followed him, this location is much warmer and classier. Manny's cuisine has always been above reproach. I know. I have followed him each time he moved, three locations in two decades. The food remains excellent and consistent. He has never changed his focus on delivering quality, classic French cuisine. He also has always had a nice solid selection of more American diner foods. His menu has something for everyone, including a couple vegetarian selections, and his prices are kept quite reasonable. You will love his champagne chicken, the meatloaf, steak with bordelaise sauce, and lamb chops. These are some of my family's personal favorites, but I also cannot resist when his Soup of the Day is creamy mushroom. Deliriously wonderful! His delicious, hand breaded chicken tenders are some of the best around, and a meal in itself even though it is listed as an appetizer. And I urge you to give in to your curiosity and try his baked escargot in garlic butter. Hard to find these days, but exceptional when Manny is the chef. There is a full bar and a nice dessert menu. He brings his very loyal, competent staff with him from his prior location. Parking can be found in the front, street side, or in a big lot in the back. This little section of Lake Elsinore is a fun community with many interesting, lively festivals throughout the year, and he is right in the middle of it all with a very supportive City Council and Chamber of Commerce. This would make a nice date place. read more

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This place is a gem in downtown Lake Elsinore. Cute little date night or grab a bite to eat with friends as I had. My gal pal introduced me to this restaurant and I had no idea it was here- it had previously been a little Vietnamese place back in early 2000. I can see why this restaurant has been doing so well. Il sorry I can't recall our server's name but he's in several Yelp photos. Excellent service. Delicious food prepared well and presented well. Hearty, comfort food with generous portions. Even my pot pie I had ordered seemed more flavorful the next day since I had to take some of it home. My only disappointment was no flambée action (the lfor the bananas foster, and the flavor was a bit bland in contrast to my past experience at other places, and to past Yelp photos/experiences from others here at this location. Our server informed us it's not something they do regularly. I was hoping to introduce my friend to banana foster, but that fell short- to no fault of anyone. What an awesome experience that would have been for a random Fri night dinner with friends. read more

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I missed this restaurant when it closed in Colton because it was always a place that was truly a pleasure to visit. But atlas I got to go to the Lake Elsinore location and didn't realise how much I missed the food and the people. I highly recommend Le Rendezvous-Vous for the DELICIOUS French food they serve,as well the great atmosphere of just being there. When you go ask for Russell because you'll get the Best service ever. Gloria read more

A Hidden Gem in Lake Elsinore! We had an incredible dining experience at Le Rendezvous Café -- Lake Elsinore's newest French restaurant located right on Main Street. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warm hospitality and a cozy ambiance that felt like a little escape to Paris. I ordered the Chicken Pot Pie, and it was absolutely delicious -- flaky, flavorful, and comforting. My partner had the Ribeye, and it was cooked to perfection -- tender, juicy, and seasoned beautifully. What really makes this place special is the chef himself -- he's also the owner and has been cooking for over 40 years. You can taste the passion in every bite. Knowing that he actually owns the building and has invested fully in our community made us appreciate the experience even more. We love supporting small, local businesses -- especially ones that care this deeply about quality and service. Highly recommend giving Le Rendezvous Café a try. We'll definitely be back! read more

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Came for valentine dinner. As always... amazing food, service and atmosphere. If you've never tried this place you're missing out. Definitely one of the best restaurants in the Inland Empire. read more

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My favorite place to go for delicious Escargot. Made the traditional way with a perfect blend of parsley, garlic, and butter. Absolutely fantastic! Introduced ten of my friends to Le Rendez-Vous Cafe in early December 2025. I could write several paragraphs about everyone's comments, but suffice it to say, everyone loved it. Several of my friends have already returned to enjoy Le Rendez-Vous Café's friendly service and fantastic food. read more

Le Rendez-Vous Cafe - Traditional Escargot - Yummy - Diners Near Me - Lake Elsinore, California

The "special" I had on yesterday was perfect. I ordered well done and that's what I got. I usually request this everywhere and .33% they don't get it right. This owner/chef cooks everything perfectly. Ribeye without all the bone!!! The salad dressing, homemade, the garlic toast has homemade low calorie butter, the steamed vegetables were perfectly softened; I enjoyed every morsel. Literally, not 1 crumb was left to scrape. This is a nice sit down location, hidden away from the other local shopping-eating locations up/down I-15. Give them a try. It's Friday night! read more

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Food was delish and the restaurant was quiet and low key. Good for those would like an intimate dinning experience. I've been here for dinner and brunch. The "French 75" mimosa is a must try. Staff were friendly and attentive. It's hard to point out anything negative. But if I did, I'd say the food portions are a little on the smaller side. But the quality of the food is Grade A. I had the Chicken Marsala for dinner and Banana Foster French toast combo for Brunch. Try it, you will not disappointed. I'll definitely be back! read more

Le Rendez-Vous Cafe - Bananas Foster French Toast combo with Mimosa Flight ! - Diners Near Me - Lake Elsinore, California

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Wow! What a hidden Gem. I've walked by this restaurant on Main Street in Lake Elsinore many times and have not considered going in before today. I sure have missed out. The food was FANTASTIC! The service was top notch and the ambiance was exceptional. The Chef/Owner came out to greet the customers and he was so personable. He takes pride in creating every dish for the pallet and eyes. His plates are a masterpiece. All the sauces are home made and absolutely delicious. I highly recommend you give it a try. I'll be going back for sure as this is now my new favorite spot on Main Street!! read more

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Quaint French cafe with awesome food. When we came in this cafe and there were a few customers. As the evening went on, more and more customers came. I had the Champagne Chicken. It is delicious. The chicken is extremely tender and moist. The flavors of the chicken and the champagne and mushroom sauce complemented each other. Very light and delicious. Also, the vegetables are very light, perfectly cooked with just enough butter to enhance the flavors of the vegetables. My husband had the sweet chili salmon. The salmon is moist, flaky and tender. The sauce is sweet and delicate. It didn't overpower the salmon it only complimented it. We then had the mixed berry crepe for dessert. It had mascarpone, sweet vanilla cream and a raspberry caramel sauce. It is absolutely amazing . The flavors were distinct and melted in my mouth. It is very light, large enough for two people. Even though the meals are not that big, the flavors were enough to fill me up. The manager was very accommodating to our needs, he also told us about the specials for the day. He asked numerous times how were we doing and how is the food. read more

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My family stepped in to have a quick dinner after work. It was it very first visit. I'd get wanting to check this cafe out for brunch. We ordered the French onion soup, green salad with a champagne dressing, chicken pot pie, the swordfish special, and the meatloaf. The food, we were told, was cooked by the owner. It was delicious!! The cafe is decorated like a French cafe, is small and quite cute. The staff were so personable we forgot we were out. The place feels like family. We'll be back! read more

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Had dinner there once and breakfast this morning and both experiences were terrific! Food is gourmet at reasonable prices and comfortable atmosphere. A big asset for old town LE! read more

Le Rendez-Vous Cafe - Breakfast Pot Pie - Diners Near Me - Lake Elsinore, California

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We had a wonderful dinner and cocktails at this hidden gem! The sole and the steak and lobster were amazing! They know how to make a dirty martini and the service is A+! Russel is a gem! read more

Third visit here and never disappointed. My favorite is breakfast and the cheese stuffed French toast. Give them try you won't be disappointed! read more

Le Rendez-Vous Cafe - Too, Wife's blue cheese burger Middle , Stuffed French toast Bottom, eggs, potatoes and bacon.sausage - Diners Near Me - Lake Elsinore, California

My favorite go to restaurant! great food Great Service EVERY time. Thank you Le Rendez-Vous for your attention to every dining detail.

Food is amazing! Best meal I've had since moving to this area 9 years ago. The food was cooked perfectly. You won't be disappointed. read more

My lunch was very delicious and service was fast. Nice to have good food I can get in a timely manner while on my work lunch break. Looking forward to my next visit. read more

5 stars This quaint French cafe is Magnifique! The owner Manny is so delightful, he comes to your tables after your courses and makes sure you're 100% satisfied. He is also the top notch Chef here. He's an artist with his dishes, a scientist when it comes to his sauces. ‍ Everything was so delicious. I guarantee you'll be taking home lots of food. His portions are large, and prices are affordable. This is one of my new favourite places. Please give him a try. You will not be disappointed. read more

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AMAZING experience and the food was BOMB! We are so happy we found this spot! The brunch menu is outstanding. The quality, the taste and presentation was top notch! The service was crazy wonderful! Everyone working there took time to explain the menu and the history of their restaurant. We killed all of our food and we are so excited to come back for dinner and lunch! The menu looks ridiculous! You MUST go to this hidden gem! You will not regret it! The ambiance was perfect too. Not too loud for a Sunday brunch. read more

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Le Rendez-Vous Cafe Ahhhh-mazing! The atmosphere, hospitality, customer service, the FOOOD, everything is perfect. The owner is also the chef, which makes me have a deep appreciation for this establishment. The love he must pour into his restaurant is felt. Portions are excellent. read more

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