C’est la Vie! Restaurant
C’est la Vie is the authentic French Bistro in Sarasota in business for 26 Years. It’s easy to forget that you’re in Florida and not France on your visit to C’est La Vie. When owners Christophe and Geraldine moved to Sarasota 26 years ago, it was their mission to bring an authentic French bistro experience to America. C’est la Vie opened its doors in 1997 and was one of the first restaurants downtown to offer outdoor seating like many of the established bistros in France.
Popular menu items at C’est la Vie are quiche, crepes, croissants and sandwiches made on freshly baked bread. Most of the recipes are Christophe’s own creation, although some were passed down from parents who ran their own restaurant in Paris when he was a child. C’est La Vie prides itself on baking fresh, authentic french recipes from Paris. With a warehouse bakery located in the heart of Sarasota, you know you are getting fresh, delicious pastry every day.
C’est la Vie! is one of the favorite spots in Sarasota, so there is usually a crowd of people enjoying a great meal or snacking on savory French pastry. Seating is available inside and outside, and menu is full of variety of choices.
C’est La Vie was created as a place to experience the exceptional tastes of France through food, drink, and shared moments. Located in historic downtown Sarasota, they encourage you to stop in, grab a bite from the bakery, or enjoy an authentic, French meal in their dining room.
Customer Reviews:
“I highly recommend this place for breakfast, lunch or dinner. I love their pastries and special order all my birthday cakes from them. The owners are kind and caring with customers.” – Veronique Vernhet
“We leave the island often to come downtown and enjoy one of our favorite places to eat. The croissants are amazing! Everything I’ve ever had was so good and the staff is very friendly. Totally recommend!!!!” – Amy Francis Jones
“A slice of Parisian life in Sarasota! Incredible French breakfast and coffees, viennoiseries, crepes, baguettes, etc. The almond croissant is double baked to perfection. We have been coming here for over 15 years for their food and European (read: relaxed) service. Don’t rush at this iconic restaurant…sit back and enjoy La Vie en Rose!” – Irene Chang Britt
Addresses:
1553 Main Street
Sarasota, FL 34236
941-906-9575
Lakewood Ranch location:
9118 Town Center Pkwy Ste 102,
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
941-961-0111
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