Bleu Rendezvous French Bistro

We will be thinking about this night and this meal for a long time. We sat at the chef's table which overlooks the kitchen. Chef Pierre along with his son Mateo and Mateo's friend Matt kept us well fed and entertained the entire meal. We got the 830 reservation which meant that we closed the place down and we had a great time doing it. The Foie gras was so good. It melted in our mouths. The french onion soup was rich and flavorful. My brother in law and I had the Fisherman's Pot. It was incredible. The addition of champagne lightens the dish and takes it to a whole other level. And while the food was fantastic, the hospitality was even better. By the end of the night we had gotten travel tips for our daughter who was soon to travel to Paris and felt like we had 3 new friends. Our server was wonderful as well. He guided us through the meal with a deft hand. We can't wait to go back!! Don't miss the chance to go if you are in the area!

Loved it before the ownership changes but the new owners is from France and a gem. Quality and lived up to the expectations. It’s more comfortable now and loved what the new owners have done with the place. Nice having a genuine French spot on island Worth a visit especially for special occasions

This is the second time in two weeks that we have had dinner at the Bleu Rendezvous. Both times the service and meals have been excellent! Sean has been our server both times and he has done a wonderful job! Last week my wife and I both started with the French onion soup. It is a delicious hearty soup. Last week my wife had the preselected menu with the trout and the wine pairing with each course. She thoroughly enjoyed it. I had the scallops, which were delicious. Tonight my wife has the special, which were veal sweet breads which she liked very much. I had the halibut, which was wonderful. If you are looking for a delicious dinning experience, Bleu Rendezvous should be on your list. Reservations are a must! Sitting at the Chef’s Counter tonight, got to watch the magic happen, very fun!

This the Classic French restaurant you’re going to share with good friends! We were a group of 10 foodies from various and distinct backgrounds. We did the prefix dinner with wine pairings. Our expectations were high based on what we read about this jem and none was disappointed. The escargot and onion soup were spot on, the trout almondine and Beef Bourguignon were exceptional, but by far the star of the meal was the steak frites. A sublime surprise accompanied by a bordelaise sauce, a side of béarnaise and a small crock of blue cheese sauce shared by the chef! The wine pairings were all from Bordeaux, decanted and beyond excellent. Do not forget to order dessert! I can’t wait for our next rendezvous!

We had a delicious meal here last night and were lucky to get the chef's table which was a lot of fun. I had the foie gras and fillet steak, both of which were excellent. We could have spent less if we had selected the menu of the day which many were having but I am glad we didn't. The food here is high quality and as good as any French restaurant in which I have eaten. The restaurant itself is cosy and welcoming as are all the team and the chefs, one of whom is the French owner. I heard that it is the best restaurant on Sanibel Island and I definitely would agree with that. Don't miss it.

We had a patio table for six and it was just perfect. With a larger group it was nice to be outside where we could converse comfortably. All of our food was delicious. The wine selection was great and our server did an excellent job. We were happy to share this gem with our friends from out of town. Thank you!

From start to finish, this was a wonderful experience. The proprietor greeted us warmly at the front, and took us immediately to our table. The waiter was helpful and made excellent recommendations for wine pairings with our meals. We had the escargot for an appetizer. For dinner, my husband had the fisherman's pot, and I had the duck. For dessert , we had the cream brulee and the crepe Suzette. Everything was flavorful and expertly crafted. This was my birthday dinner, and I must say, it made my day special and thoroughly enjoyable. Thank you for a wonderful experience.

This is my second visit to Bleu Rendezvous in the last several months. Both visits have been wonderful! We were warmly greeted at the door and made to feel welcome. The ambiance is inviting and cozy. The menu is varied with several dishes that appealed to me. My biggest issue was trying to narrow my selection. The food is wonderful and the adorable chef greeted us and checked on us to make sure we were pleased. In short, I will dine here whenever I am on Sanibel. I highly recommend this lovely restaurant!!

Oh my goodness, what a gem! The ambience is at once inviting and comforting. French cafe music, not too loud, perfect for conversation. Not a TV in sight. Service was extraordinarily professional; our server, Angelika, had intimate, detailed knowledge of the menu...very helpful. Laurence welcomed us like old friends, even though this was our first (but definitely not our last!) visit. Prime rib and Veau Marengo for entrees, both just perfect; the food was genuinely French and served with a flair. If you've been to Paris, you know what a real baguette is like. That's what we got here. Easy to find a wine to our taste. A splendid evening was created for us at this beautiful restaurant. Six stars! It's one of those places you won't forget and will tell all your friends about.

Great food Great ambiance Great owner Nothing to complain about Service is great too I would highly recommend

Staff is amazing. Food is simply delicious. Nice portions. Prompt service. They have daily specials and you can't go wrong.

Beautiful ambiance, exquisite food and highly attentive service from the owners and staff. This restaurant is the gem of Sanibel and well-worth the ride in if you aren't already staying on island. We'll be back!

First thing you notice is the Ambiance. Wonderful place. We spent a month in Paris last year and this place brought back memories. The service was very good and the food was excellent (we had the prime rib - large portion very well prepared and tasted great). I would highly recommend Bleu Rendezvous.

MAGNIFIQUE! J'aime beaucoup Bleu Rendez Vous! Je retournerai!! D. Larson. Sanibel. Laurent et Angelique etait excellentes!

This place is AMAZING! The food was absolutely delicious! The service was wonderful. Our server was so friendly and helpful. The atmosphere was delightful. I highly recommend going as it is so worth it. We will be back!

What a pleasant surprise. We were expecting a decent burger or pizza at best on Sanibel Island. Certainly not an excellent French restaurant. But that's what we stumbled across here. If you enjoy fine French food then this is your restaurant.

The food and service was amazing!! Took another couple with us and they absolutely loved it!!

Great food and service. Not pretentious but classy. Would definitely go back. Small space but you don't feel like you are sitting on top of each other.

By far best restaurant I have ever been to on Sanibel. I have eaten in French restaurants that were considered the best in Paris and I am amazed to see that right here on my island is French food that rivals any of the restaurants that I have known and loved in Europe. Their Beouf Bourguignon is so good that I found myself eating there 3 nights this week - with French music from the 30s you feel like you have time traveled to a Beautiful easier time in the world- And the owners; Lauren who greets you and Pierre, her husband who is a remarkable Chef, are beyond charming ( and they are really French!) I don't know that I will ever be able to try anything else on the menu because I'm so in love with this dish and Pierre changes it a little bit every night like a true chef. They are a young family with three children and the pride and the care with which they tend to every detail of the meal even the homemade bread, makes you feel like you got the break you deserve when you go out to dine. Their escargot is incredible and so are their desserts I got the four course meal my first night and he even though the date I was on was terrible, the food was so good I was floating out of the restaurant by the time i finished my crepe and ice cream with home made fresh dark chocolate sauce. I'm afraid to admit I'm going back again tonight. With all that so many of us have lost on Sanibel, to have found this little gem right here is like treasure for me.

Great meal and fantastic service . Looking forward to returning . The atmosphere was charming and friendly -it is a small intimate setting . The menu offers daily pre fixe specials as well as Ala carte. I had the house special seafood pasta. Divine ! My husband had the beef bourginon- also very good .

Ambiance, service, and food were of the highest caliber. We visited the restaurant on the last day of the winter season, before they closed down for the summer, and each plate served to my family, and the service was as if it were opening day... top notch. I only wish we had found this restaurant earlier in the year to enjoy it more often. Well as they say in French, "c'est la vie", and until next opening season when we'll be sure to dine with them more often. .

Great food nice ambiance The Chef came out and talked to us about how he prepares everything

I took my wife here for our wedding anniversary dinner. The decor is well done. The staff is attentive and Chef Pierre even came around and introduced himself to all the dining guests before the dinner service hit full swing. It was a pleasant surprise to us. My wife and I wanted to try everything but we began with the appetizers. My wife ordered the Foie Gras and I ordered the Stuffed Mushrooms and the Escargot. The Stuffed Mushrooms were very flavorful. The Escargot was good but standard fare as it was prepared like most places poached in butter with a nice crusty bread for dipping. The Foie Gras was wonderful. I would absolutely order it again. Prior to the main course in addition wonderful crusty bread we each received a salad with their unique house dressing. It was sublty flavorful and did a great job of cleansing the palate. They also had a nice selection of wines to go with dinner if you want to indulge. For the Main course my wife had the Trout Almondine which she rather enjoyed. The meal came with a large flavorful skin on Trout fillet with potatoes and haricot verts. Nicely prepared. I had the Halibut. The fillet was a bit small. But it was well seasoned and expertly prepared it came with rice. The meal for the two of us was a little pricey but if you want the best there is a price to be paid and we did order quite a selection. This was a special occasion dinner for us that we find time to experience several times a year. All in all it was overall a wonderful dining experience. I would absolutely recommend this fine dining establishment to anyone interested in experiencing French Cuisine at its absolute best. Chef Pierre and his wonderful staff make this a dining adventure one to remember. Make sure to make a reservation and this place fills up fast.

Our fourth visit. All have been great. Great food, wonderful family service Friendly

Last night at Sanibel with reservation at Bleu Rendezvouse French Bistro. This was our 6th dinner here in 4 weeks. The most amazing Restaraunt on the Island. Superb, delicious, excellent! Pick one or all and that describes the meal, service and atmosphere. No surprises, just quality. Thank you Bleu Rendezvous for multiple memorable dining experiences on beautiful Sanibel Florida. Don't miss this gem, it's worth the trip!

Can't say enough about this establishment. Such a welcoming environment. We were made to feel like we were part of the family. Service impeccable, food exquisite and atmosphere perfect for a night out. Thank you Bleu Rendezvous for your service, quality and atmosphere!

Disappointing. We always came with the previous owners, but we heard good things. We came on Tuesday and Steak Frites was the special. We both ordered onion soup which was excellent. Rich broth, well seasoned. The steak Frittes were OK. Cooked about right, but the ends were well done, not medium rare. The Blue Cheese sauce was runny. Fries were excellent hot out of the fryer. The green beans were overdone. The owner told us about their amazing Prime Rib special on Friday. We made a reservation. When we arrived we were told NO PRIME RIB!, But we have anothert AMAZING choice; so we stayed. That was a Glorified BURGER! I ordered lamb chops. 3 undersized single chops. I ordered medium rare. They were brown inside! I was going to let it go but the waitress insisted. OK, 15 minutes later the chef delivers them. Tells me they always temp meat going out. OK, but they are brown inside. Something about these are never pink inside. I cut one open and a tinge of pink. These were tough with grizzled. Maybe 4 ounces of meat. The sauce they were swimming in was not at all appealing. Overcooked green beans (again), lukewarm mashed potatoes. My wife's fisherman pot was good, not great. I spoke to the owner as we were leaving saying I should have been called, "no time to call". We heard two different stories on why no prime rib. No free dessert, no anything. We'll be hard pressed to go back with lots of other choices.

Highly recommend - family run, great food and welcoming service! Small place so make reservations and pri fix a great value.

Another amazing experience at Bleu Rendezvous! We were graciously greeted by Marie, who treats everyone as old friends. We were celebrating our anniversary and will return next week to celebrate my birthday. Tonight's appetizer selections were the lobster bisque for me and the French onion soup for H. I chose the sea bass with beurre blanc spice as my entree and H chose the boeuf bourguignon. Service was impeccable as always. This is truly a lovely dining experience and our favorite special occasion choice on the island. Wonderful food served in a warm, relaxed environment.

This little gem on Sanibel provides full fantastic fine menu and service. Laurence and Pierre are from France and know what great food wine and service is all about

Great food and service. Our best meal on Sanibel. Small site but oustanding. The nightly specials are well prepared.

We had seats overlooking the kitchen. All of the food was so delicious. I had mar and terre with perfectly cooked lobster tail and small filet. My wife had filet with wine reduction sauce and raved about it. Salads were small by American standards with small amount of dressing but still good. Bread comes with a nice herb butter. Crème brûlée and profiterole for dessert was the exclamation point of our meal. The chefs were friendly and while busy still had time to talk with us. Our best meal on the island, we'll be back!

This is a very good traditional small French restaurant. If you're open to it you can become good friends with the people seated around you. The food and service are first rate. I would recommend it. Be sure to get a reservation.

We were so very much looking forward to this restaurant, the reviews were very good and it is one of few restaurants open on Sanibel. The blanc de blanc was house, which was nice, and Pellegrino water.. small salad to start, nice light dressing and a few pieces of crusty bread, both nice. My hangar steak, cooked medium rare as recommended on the menu was a little tougher than the knife could easily dispatch and it had not rested sufficiently, as a result it bled all over the plate. The special turkey a la Normandie, was more of a stew with a truffle cream base, and small pieces of turkey and a few carrots, not what one was anticipating (breast meat, light sauce and a few visible mushrooms) and was a little disappointing. I did mention the steak preparation to the table staff and only when asked, otherwise I would not have mentioned anything. Overall, it was ...nice... and the flavours were lovely, I was just hoping for something more appealing.

What a wonderful hidden treasure on Sanibel Island! Unique and intimate with amazing cuisine and excellent service. The steaks were outstanding and the service impeccable. Feels like you are in an authentic French bistro.

Very nice people. Great waiter. Food very good. A top Sanibel restaurant. Make reservation. Sit inside.

Top notch service, wonderful food and ambiance. Intriguing menu. A definate "will do again soon"

A lovely French couple has just bought this restaurant and are serving wonderful classical French cuisine and a lovely intimate bistro setting

We visit Sanibel every year. And every year for the past few we intend to visit this restaurant. This year it finally happened and we ended up coming back again the same week because it was so good. Nothing else is like it on Sanibel. My wife is still dreaming of the trout. I fondly remember the quail appetizer.

Not knowing if Sanibel was going to produce any Yelp hits for French food, I was completely stumped when Rendez Vous popped up! I'm sure this happens to you...just go with me: you see a movie the 1st time- and think you caught all the scenes and dialogue. You probably see it a 2nd and 3rd time- and now...you somehow caught more details these last 2 times than you did before. What does this all mean? Rendez Vous opened in 2015 and even the last time we visited Sanibel in '17 and two years before that, we missed it. French food is monumental on the island and was so needed! And there was no way we could leave the island this time around without dining here! Rendez Vous is a stand-alone restaurant and located on the quieter side of Periwinkle Way (how I like to think of it). With reservations already in hand, greeting was warm before shown to our table. Run by French Chef and his wife Marie/i/y(?)- both decided to open on the island at their loyal customer's requests. French Pop-ish and Accordion Music played. But I waited for my girl Édith Piaf's 'La Vie En Rise' to seal the deal. Joke aside, the French music added another level to the experience. Rendez Vous has a cozy and old world style with Yellows and Blues, French paintings and Cannes posters shipped from France. These folks specialize in the freshest foods and have a wonderful menu. It's not a huge menu- but enough- to give you a good dose of French Cuisine. Since I'm dairy-free, I passed on the Escargots- but hubs enjoyed them for me! We both shared 2 bottles of S. Pellegrino. While I also passed on the Cocktails/Wine but hubs had Pinot Grigio. Only meat I eat is Lamb and it's sparingly- so when hubs decided on the Medium Rare Lamb Chops, I wanted in! I tasted a bit of the crunchy edge part that's usually cooked more- and were freaking amazing with Garlic and Rosemary (I think). My Chilean Sea Bass was a hefty portion and called for Butter, was substituted for Lemon. Merci- for granting my wish! Dessert menu was eye-dripping too. But I went with a Mango Sorbet and hubs had the French Sundae with a Belgian Dark Chocolate Sauce. (I cheated a bit and had some of the sauce without the Vanilla Ice Cream and was deliciously sinful...oh well) Everyone was super warm but hands up for Chelsea who was so, so friendly and went the extra 2 miles for me! Gracias! And such a pleasure to head to the only French restaurant on the island.

A hidden gem. Friendly attentive service, comfortable intimate setting. Very broad menu of unique selections, everything prepared perfectly. My favorites so far are the frog legs and the triggerfish. Mari and Christian will wow you.

Great local french spot on Sanibel. Fun to sit at bar table to see kitchen. Delicious food, great service and quaint atmosphere.

Love their new location. The hospitality and food are always incredible. Truly a first class experience!

What a gem! This place is a delight and a definite MUST when in SW Florida! Tucked away on a quaint sanibel island, this place brings a taste of France along with its charm and hospitality. The husband and wife team running this place are an absolute delight. It's mesmerizing watching the chef cook in his open kitchen and the dishes that come out are incredible. Meals are accompanied by a nice wine list and of course topped off with scrumptious desserts and a cup of cafe au lait. The decor is adorable and you really feel welcomed in this charming restaurant. To find here is a real treat! Really glad we made it here again!

I visited Bleh Rendezvous Again for Thanksgiving and they had their normal menu, as well as a thanksgiving special. It included a huge plate of turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans and cranberry sauce. Such an excellent experience - my family and I felt right at home without the prep or clean up. The servers are so kind, especially Chelsea! BR also takes Covid precautions seriously and accepts reservations. I highly recommend visiting to treat yourself while on Sanibel

Bleu Rendezvous is always a delightful evening on Sanibel Island: the hostess (Mari Vivet), the chef (Christian Vivet), the wait staff are superb. And the food: escargot, rainbow trout, hanger steak-frites, the French bread rolls, the wine selection and crème brûlée! Excellent!

Have been twice now since they moved. Spectacular service in an intimate setting. Food is well described and perfectly prepared. Staff is very knowledgeable about wine and food. Highly recommended. Mari is so sweet and helpful.

Mari/Christian Visited the reopened restaurant on March 28 and we were overwhelmed. You have done a fantastic job of bringing back the ambiance, culinary excellence and personal touch that we had enjoyed at each of your previous locations. The Dover Sole was outstanding, please don't ever remove it from your menu. The service was excellent. Welcome back from your terrible experience with Ian, and best wishes for a successful continued recovery. Cheryl & Ray Sero We will be back!!!!

Have you ever walked into a place and just felt great? This was it. We were early for our reservation, but we were greeted warmly and seated right away. The room is light and airy with high ceilings and decorated with french kitsch -- lace curtains on the windows, Eiffel Tower metal sculptures, flags of France, etc. but you will not feel overwhelmed by it. Instead it was done with a light hand and each time you'll find a new bit of something that you didn't see the first time your eye roamed the room. The tables have space between them so you will not feel hemmed in. Even the two-tops are comfortable enough to fit all the plates, etc. We immediately received warm rolls and olives on toothpicks (like a tapenade in flavor but bigger pieces). Along with a small ramekin of butter. How nice not to have to ask... My husband started with the double fois gras -- a seared piece of duck liver with a balsamic reduction and fig jam (?) and the other a liver pate. Both were buttery and excellent "melt in your mouth". He said he was in heaven. Meanwhile, I had the small salad which comes with the entree. It was just that -- a small plate of Bibb lettuce (Boston?) in a light dressing, but a perfect starter. For my entree I went with the canard a l'orange (duck in orange sauce). It was a quarter piece of perfectly grilled crispy duck (well done as ordered) in a light orange sauce. It came with mashed potatoes and green beans. While I had my entree, my husband had two apps: the bone marrow and also the merguez sausages. He said the marrow was delicious and that the sausages were a bit spicy but not overpowering (he liked spices). I saved room for dessert -- we shared the creme brûlée. Again, you could see the chef's light touch on the burned caramel top which had four blueberries. The custard was airy and creamy and just sweet enough to finish a delightful meal. Sanibel is lucky that theses veterans made the move from Ft Myers to the island. Think they will be quite successful, but I hope we can still get a reservation as we definitely will be back. Wish we'd found them sooner.

We moved to SWFL about 2 years ago and have been missing the excellent French Restaurant/Bakery that was in our old neighborhood. After 3-4 visits to Bleu Rendez Vous we're convinced that we've found our new French restaurant. The food and service have been excellent on each visit and we can't wait to go back. In fact as I write this review I'm making a reservation for tomorrow night. The owners love what they do and it definitely shows. Go somewhere else if you want mediocre French Food or go to Bleu Rendez Vous if you appreciate the best that France has to offer. Bleu Rendez Vous= C'est Magnifique!!!

A perfect evening! A warm friendly greeting by Mari begins the start to a wonderful dining experience. We will be back! Stay tuned for a more detailed description of our dining experience from Julie F.

Such a gem! They only open part of the year! We booked an entire trip to Sanibel around visiting this restaurant. The service is amazing and very homey/personal. I highly recommend to anyone visiting the area. Very authentic French food and excellent service.

We found this little hidden gem while searching for a restaurant that serves foie gras. This is such a quote, perfect, little romantic spot. The food is incredible and the service is impeccable, our waitress was friendly and we never had an empty glass of wine or water. We had the escargot and foie gras and the Onion Soup Gratinee, the soup was savory and amazing, the garlic butter escargot was perfect and the foie gras in the fig jam and balsamic was so savory and delectable, just melted in your mouth. For our mains we had Boeuf Bourguignon and the New Zealand Lamb Chops, both were like taste explosions in your mouth. My only wish was that I had more room in my stomach to eat all of the amazing food. We were able to save some room for dessert, we had the Creme Brulee. Just incredible! Do not make the mistake of not visiting this French Bistro. They will close for off season at the end of May, however they will reopen in October. We will wait patiently for the restaurant to reopen in October, as it is our new favorite place.

Let me say you are greeted by a gracious host and promptly seated. The servers are top notch, attentive, helpful and very knowledgeable about the menu. Once seated you are attended to regularly and not annoyed. Just the proper amount of checking in and allowing you to enjoy the meal. The foie gras 2 ways was delectable. The liver was prepared just over med rare and was served with a large portion of pate. Paired with a balsamic reduction and a fig jam along with crusty French mini baguettes. Delightful. The escargot were chewy and not over garlicky like in most restaurants. Very flavorful and a perfect portion. We enjoyed the sea bass served with a golden, buttery beurre blanc and red roasted potatoes and green beans. The potatoes had a blend of seasonings that played well with beurre blanc. The second entree was the Vol au Vent. Exquisite. A lobster tail, large scallop and 3 large shrimp prepared grilled inside a puff pastry were beautiful to behold and even more delightful to eat. The seafood was expertly prepared and the pastry was light and delicate and perfectly golden brown. Finished with a dark rich espresso that was just the right amount of bitter and cream. Only downside. Not many wines by the glass to choose from and not a full bar. Just beer and wine. That was a bit disappointing. A wonderful experience and terrific meal. Highly recommend.

First, we checked in with Yelp and were entitled to a free glass of wine with our entree! Great start! Actually, the best start was just walking in the door. The kitchen is open and the whole cute little place is totally filled with the most appetizing smell of garlic and good food. We felt like we were actually in a little bistro in France. We selected the prix fixe menu - a great value for appetizer, salad, entree and dessert. It's served with crusty little white rolls. My husband had the escargot, which he was happy with. I loved my pâté. For my entree, I selected the cassoulet- very tender duck, smoked sausage, duck bacon over some white beans in a tasty sauce. Our desserts were excellent. If we were staying here on Sanibel longer, we would probably come back again. But we'll just have to wait until we return here again.

Wonderful evening celebrating Bastille Day! Food was spot on! All cooked to perfection; great champagne and wine! Wait staff was very attentive and gracious! Mari and Christian were marvelous chief and host! Love the new venue! Reminds me of the Parisian cafes.

In the interest of full disclosure, I give the restaurant five stars but most people at the table thought it was for stars. I had the Chilean Seabass special and found it wonderfully prepared. The atmosphere is relaxed. Service attentive. We talked with the owner / chef after our meal about the restaurant and recommendations for where to eat in Paris where he was trained. He was very gracious.