Cafe Monte French Bakery and Bistro

I visited Cafe Monte for Saturday brunch, and overall it was a really pleasant experience. The food came out hot, fresh, and beautifully prepared. The waffle was delicious, perfectly crisp, lightly dusted with powdered sugar, and served with warm syrup. The bacon was cooked just right and full of flavor. We also tried the tuna melt, and while everything else on the table was great, the tuna melt itself wasn’t a favorite. It wasn’t bad, just not as impressive as the other dishes. Our server was attentive, friendly, and made sure we were taken care of the entire time, which I really appreciated. Parking was the biggest challenge. There was construction happening in the lot, so finding a spot wasn’t easy. Once inside though, the food and service made up for it. Overall, Cafe Monte is a lovely spot for brunch, and I’d definitely return for the waffle alone.

Met a couple gfs for Sunday brunch at noon, the ambience is beautiful but the food sort of fell flat for me. I ordered the short rib sandwich just to be told few min later they were out of it. So I settled in on the seafood omelette. Was posed to have like crab, lobster and salmon with cheese but honestly barely could find much seafood and if the cheese was there it was very light, almost nonexistent. And the flavor just wasn’t there for me, had high hopes but just didn’t win me over. The jam for the bread was great as well as the sweet tea.

Wow! Great place, excellent service and great food! We stopped in for some brunch for our 31st anniversary. Duck confit & waffle, smoked salmon benedict are both well presented and delicious! Sam (Samantha), our server, was spot-on. It was our first time in, and she was so pleasant and helpful. The beignets were yummy as well. There is also a full bar with some good bourbon choices. If you are in the South Park area, definitely stop in! We went during the week (Wednesday) and even though we made reservations (highly recommended from reviews on Google), there was no need for them. I’d expect to make them more so for weekend breakfast/brunch/lunch. There is a fairly large parking lot in front of Cafe Monte, and a few spots beside it, so parking shouldn’t be an issue most of the time as it is shared with other businesses in the small plaza.

This was our 1st time eating here. We tried another time and did not realize you needed reservations or you would have to wait a good bit. So this time we made reservations for lunch. We were seated right around our reservation time. The restaurant is very nice. There are many tables in there, so it’s kind of loud. Our server was a doll! She was kind and patient as it was our first time. We asked about the Cheese and meat appetizer. She stated it was excellent, so we started with that. Well it looked delicious until we came to 3 huge pieces of liver pate. I was not sure what it was, so I took a bite and knew right away!!! Oh boy, why on earth was not disclosed on the menu or by the waitress. Liver is a very specific food item that should be disclosed before you order it. The waitress was really nice and brought out a few pieces of some other meat items for our tray, but then I really could not eat anything off the appetizer after that. SO, if you like liver get this. if not skip it!!!! The other food was delish! We also got 2 desserts to go. Nice place to try, but I don’t think we will be back because having to make reservations is not really my vibe for lunch. I just like to pull up on a restaurant when we’re out and about.

Appetizers, drinks and entrees were enjoyed by all but I wouldn’t go out of my way to dine again. The waitress failed to mention that some of her suggestions were actually up charges. For example, she asked if I would like toast or a croissant with my breakfast. The croissant was an additional $2. She didn’t not ask if we wanted whip cream on our drinks which was an additional .50 per drink. Transparency would have been a better option.

French restaurant can rarely be bad. Great place! Broad selection for just about any taste. Even experienced gastronomers will enjoy the food, the place has to offer. Hi, quality service. Thank you, Javier!

The food is good, not great. We got warm bread and subzero butter when we were seated. I got the duck which was fine, but the broccolini was cold. My hot date got the lobster and crab crepes which had a good amount of shells in it, but the flavor was nice. Be careful not to trip over all the canes and walkers.

We found this place on TikTok and decided to give it a try while visiting Charlotte. The food was decent, I got a crab cake Benedict and two cocktails one chocolate martini and a hot coffee type of cocktail they were half off! May never come back but glad I tried it while in CLT.

The Crepes and Freshly made meals are amazing and quite filling! There Flavored Cappuccinos are also a must try! Friendly staff and great service!

I visit Cafe Monte whenever I'm in town. The atmosphere is so relaxing, the food is excellent and my server, Lisa provides exceptional service. I live in Washington, DC and have the opportunity to visit several very nice restaurants. Lisa is hands down the best server that I have encountered. Go to this restaurant for a wonderful meal and experience!

Fantastic choices on the menu. Staff is friendly, helpfully and service os fast. There is ample parking and the location is right on the middle of the South Park area. Last but not least, this restaurant has the best ambiance in Charlotte.

My wife and I recently visited Cafe Monte French Bakery and Bistro, and it was an exceptional experience. We were particularly impressed by Alaya, who was working at the bar. Despite covering someone else's shift and working a full double, her attitude and kindness made it clear to us that this place is special. The food was outstanding. My wife had the mussels, and we shared the French onion soup, both of which were delicious. I had the New York strip paired with an espresso martini, and the meal was perfectly prepared and flavorful. Alaya's service was amazing. She was attentive, friendly, and made us feel welcomed and valued. Her dedication and positivity, even while working such a long shift, were truly commendable. We will definitely be back to support this wonderful business soon!

I really enjoyed my time at Cafe Monte! It is decorated well and really comfortable the vibe is relaxed and casual. There were so many things on the menu that I wanted to try. We ordered the escargot with puff pastry while it was good I felt that it was not seasoned as well but a little salt and pepper fixed that easily. The French onion soup was delicious. I ordered the croque madame which was wonderful though it could have been cooked a little better because it was fairly soggy. My husband ordered the prime rib sandwich and it was really good as well. my husband and I went for brunch on his birthday and they didn't give us any birthday dessert which was a little disappointing but understandable. The service was okay I felt like she gave us enough time to think and delivery and they leave water at the table so you can continue to fill your glass which is always a plus for me. I definitely want to go again and try more dishes.

Today my 21-year old niece and I decided to visit Cafe Monte for brunch. It's been a go-to eatery in my family for years. We're used to their phenomenal food and service. But today, things just didn't stack up. Our visit was impromptu, so naturally, we had no reservations. After a short wait of 10 minutes, the hostess graciously seated us at a shaded table outside, setting the stage for what we hoped would be another fantastic meal. Being frequent flyers of Cafe Monte's menu, we didn't need a refresher on the options. As we waited in the shaded heat for 10 minutes, a server with a beautiful, long blonde French braid came outside. My niece almost complimented her, but the server attended to the neighboring table and never acknowledged us. I figured that perhaps she wasn't our server. After another full 10 minutes of parched bafflement, she returned and attended to another table's needs. Watching her ask if they'd like refills without taking our drink orders was tough to witness. This time she stopped by our table to say, "I'll be right back to take your order," before disappearing again. We were thirsty and famished and wondered why she didn't at least take our drink order. After patiently waiting for a grand total of 20 minutes I decided it was time to ask for help. And yes, after she walked off I checked the time to see how long we'd have to wait for her return.  Returning to the hostess stand, I politely asked the hostess for another server, explaining our dilemma and how she came and went multiple times without assisting us. The hostess said couldn't reassign our server but said she'd find her and ask her to take our order. Lovely.  Our server finally resurfaced. No introduction, but she said "sorry about that" without any further explanation. We placed our straightforward order: steak and eggs for both, OJ, coffee, and an iced café latte with almond milk. Easy peasy. Our server returned with our drinks. The food followed suit. When the food runner arrived, we realized we were utensil-less. He promised to relay our silverware request to the server. After a five-minute bout of spoon-fed dining with my coffee spoon, my niece walked to the hostess stand to request silverware from her. She offered a friendly and sincere apology, and mentioned that she should have given it to us when we were seated. Understood. No problem. When our server returned she put a bottle of hot sauce on the table although we didn't request it or use it. She asked if everything looked good. It did, but my niece requested ketchup for her potatoes, since our table was condiment-less...minus the hot sauce. She arrived quickly with the ketchup. The meal concluded, and despite the hiccups, I tipped the customary 20% out of dining decorum, hoping to send a message of grace under pressure. This experience felt like a rare misstep for Cafe Monte. No use crying over spilt milk, though. We'll fork over another chance in the future, hoping it'll be back to its deliciously dependable self.

Food was delicious and the service was amazing! Had great recommendations and will be back. I had the duck and it was juicy and flavourful. Others at our table had the short rib, chicken and trout and all of them loved their dishes. We ended with coconut cake for dessert which was delicious!

We took my sister here for breakfast on Saturday. Somehow she had lived in Charlotte for many years and never eaten here. I decided to give the crabcake Benedict another chance and glad I did. There was one extremely tiny bit of shell but nothing to complain about. My food was awesome. She enjoyed her crabcake Benedict as well. My husband enjoyed his omelette. my only issue was the service. They have a ton of weight staff, but it seems like we were waiting forever to get anything. I asked for hot sauce when we ordered, and again when our food was brought to the table. We ended up having to flag down our waiter to get some. Same thing with the check. make sure to get a reservation. They do take walk-ins, but you might end up sitting at the bar or outside.

Had an amazing meal at Cafe Monte. It had been around 10 years since I've been here. The one time I went, I got the trout almondine and wasn't impressed, so I never went back. As part of my ladies dinner group we had to come up with a French restaurant so I thought it was time to try again and so glad that we did ! We all agreed that our dinners were fantastic and we'd happily come back. 2 of us shared the shortrib poutine as an appetizer. Oh.My.Gosh. It was amazing. The waiter knew we were splitting it so he gave us each our "half" in our own bowl. It was so much you could definately get JUST THIS for dinner and be satisfied. The flavors melted together so well. The fries were crispy. Gosh darn this was good ! There was a small hiccup though when the waiter took my silverware with the poutine dish when I was done. When my lobster and crab crepe arrived I then realized I had nothing to eat it with. I waited for quite some time to see a waiter but finally just got up and went to the area folks were coming out of the kitchen. It would have been nice if the waiter would have come to see that everyone at the table was good. I got the lobster and crab crepe. I had read the review of this dish online so I knew to expect the crepe not to be crispy at all. It kind of blended into a mush with all the crab and lobster. Let me tell you, I didn't mind at all because it was fabulous. One gal got the beef and asparagus crepe and said it was so good she would definately get it again. They only had 2 desserts that were made there, which was a surprise since I THOUGHT they had a bakery right there. However, our waiter said that only the fruit tart and creme brulee were housemade. I got the fruit tart. It was very good, but very small. One gal got the creme brulee. It was also small but very good. Another lady got the mousse cake. She said it was good even though not made there. It had an orange flavor on the top. The night we were there all cocktails were half off. Great deal. However, we didn't see it advertised anywhere and just noticed when the bill came. If we would have known, we certainly would have ordered more drinks !

Ah, Café Monte, where the dreams of a repeat magical dining experience go to wither on the vine--or, in this case, get lost in translation from the kitchen to our table. My first visit was akin to a culinary ballet, each dish pirouetting onto our table with grace and flavor. So, with memories of that delightful experience, I decided to take my mom, who was visiting, for what I hoped would be an encore presentation of gastronomic excellence. Unfortunately, what we got felt more like a dress rehearsal gone awry. Let's start with the service. Imagine, if you will, a team of servers who've taken the phrase "stiff upper lip" a tad too seriously. Their approach to hospitality seemed to hinge on a belief that smiles are a finite resource, not to be squandered on mere customers. I half-expected them to break into a Victorian-era etiquette lesson at any moment. Now, onto the culinary misadventures. My order of a gluten-free waffle seemed straightforward enough. I mean, it's a waffle, right? How complicated can it get? Well, as it turns out, quite a bit if you're expecting flambé bananas and end up with a lonely puddle of flambé sauce instead. A metaphor for unmet expectations, perhaps? Meanwhile, my mom, ever the optimist, tackled the French country breakfast. Her review? "It's okay." And in the world of mom reviews, "okay" is a polite euphemism for "I've had better breakfasts at a gas station." But the pièce de résistance was the Café Diablo, a concoction so potent I'm convinced it could double as rocket fuel. After a few sips of what I can only describe as liquid regret, I found myself flagging down a server for an emergency coffee infusion to dilute the assault on my taste buds. The drink's only saving grace was that it was, indeed, very good at being alcoholic. As we wrapped up our meal, I couldn't help but wonder about those rave reviews. Perhaps Café Monte excels in a parallel universe where bananas flambé themselves and coffee doesn't taste like it's plotting your demise. But in our universe, our experience left much to be desired. So, to those considering Café Monte for their next dining adventure, I say: go for the ambiance, stay for the unintentional comedy. And maybe bring your own bananas, just in case.

I had a private lunch here yesterday and the entire staff was wonderful. The events manager Kahli was on top of all my requests and was great to work with. The private room is bright and beautiful and provided the perfect backdrop for my French themed event. Unfortunately I don't have any photos of the food. Was too busy socializing and eating. Lol. Special thanks to Matthew, Christina and the pastry chef who made a special order of pistachio and lemon macarons and boxed them up individually for my guests in advance. We are a lively group and the waitstaff was very accommodating and cordial at every turn. We will be back!

I have been here a few times and have always had a great experience and today was no exception. There is a big drink menu and food menu. I went with the French Toast and it was delicious. This place is always busy so be sure to make a reservation. They are busy so you may wait a little longer for your server to come around but ours was so polite and sweet so it wasn't a problem. Overall I really enjoy the brunch here and keep it in the rotation.

For French cuisine done right I highly recommend dining at Cafe Monte. Located in South Charlotte this is one of my top five French restaurants. The ambiance is amazing and give the vibes of being at a cafe in France. The colors and artwork are amazing. This was our first time trying escargot but I would definitely recommend it. It was very flavorful and topped with a buttery flaky pastry. We had reservations and were seated promptly. The service wasn't fast and the food was brought out quickly.

Definitely an old school set up but hey why mess with it if it works ! I loved this French themed place from the minute I walked in. You feel like you're in a Parisian cafe . Service was excellent with the lovely Anna. She was on the ball the whole time and super sweet and efficient. Loved her! We got there earlier than our reservation but they were able to seat us in a couple of mins. We had a nice back table part booth part chairs. Only thing I'd say is maybe change up the indoor chairs! They are the same chairs they have outside! The coffee! Delicious! I had a cappuccino with skim and made dry. Perfect string coffee and not too much milk just how I love it! My friends had the cappuccino also and cafe au lait. All served in the lovely bowl cups nice and hot. We ordered the beignets first. Wow! These are a must get ! Served with lots of powdered sugar and steaming hot. Delicious doughy soft and slightly sweet. Perfect with our coffees. Then we ordered the chicken and mushroom crepes. To share this is the way to go otherwise good luck finishing this bad boy. Lots of chicken and mushrooms with the lovely slightly citrusy Madeira sauce. Yum. This was super different brunch item but very French ! I loved how the citrus sauce complemented the meat and the crepe itself was nice and thin and covered in the sauce. Highly recommended this ! The smoked salmon croissant with dill creme fraiche was also delicious. Lots of salmon slices and lettuce , tomatoes and cucumber . Dip it in the creme fraiche and this was nice and lighter alternate to the crepe. So fresh and flavorful. Loved the dill flavor. The French fries were also perfect pomme frites ! With the garlic aioli great side. Nice skinny and crispy. Everything here is on point and I just loved the feel of the place. It was definitely just for Sunday brunch. Love the varied menu from most average menus. Had some classics but loved the French additions. Nice bar area where you can eat too or just have coffee and pastries. Or cocktails. Cafe Monte I can see why your an established restaurant! So glad I finally got to try it out.

I cannot say enough good things about Cafe Monte! We decided to stop by on a Saturday morning for breakfast and I am so glad we did! Get there early - it fills up fast. The beignets were absolutely incredible. Crispy on the outside, doughy on the inside, and dusted with the most deliciously delicate powdered sugar. The jelly served alongside the beignets was delicious as well. We were really impressed with the serving size for the price. The Parisian omelette was HUGE and served with a side of fruit, 2 slices of multigrain toast, and a skillet potato. I rarely ever take home leftovers from breakfast but today, I did! I also loved the atmosphere. There is a grab and go bakery area in the front as you walk in, if you don't want to be seated. I definitely want to go back and try the bottomless mussels on Wednesday nights! I'll keep you posted if I find out about other deals. Great spot!

A birthday treat to my partner, Cafe Monte, was his choice. We made reservations and, upon entering, were promptly seated. I must say their decor is quite delightful, it definitely captures the French style. Our waiter was quite pleasant, providing us with recommendations for both the appetizers and entrees. We decided to order traditional escargot, short rib poutine, trout amandine, beef wellington (reservations required), and peach bellini's. The appetizers, entrees, and beverages were excellent. I really appreciate the staff and on-duty management as there was a problem with the Beef Wellington cook. The server notified the manager on duty, who was truly kind and agreed with us on the cook. She promptly handled the situation effectively and quickly. I truly wish I could remember her name because she deserves to be recognized! We had an incredible experience, and because of it, we will definitely be back!

I have had many good dinners at Cafe Monte over the years but tonight's Trout Amandine was a big disappointment. It was so salty that I could only eat about 2/3s of it. And it burned my mouth with excess salt and made my stomach hurt. I won't order it again. My dining companions enjoyed their salmon and crepe entrees. Hopefully tonight's unsatisfactory trout was just an aberration.

Cozy place to have breakfast. I came to Cafe Monte restaurants three days in a row. I cannot say how much I love this restaurant, but it has its own charm. I tried several dishes, they are pretty flavorful. At least, interesting to me.

Love this little French inspired cafe near Southpark! Great food, great Beignets!!! Don't miss this cafe!

Even though this restaurant shares a parking lot with other businesses there is enough parking for their customers. When you walk in the restaurant you notice the Italian decor. They have indoor and outdoor dining. We had a great waiter that provided excellent service. For the food I was not impressed. I feel like I could have went to IHOP for better tasting food. My caramel latte was amazing! However don't go by my taste buds, you may have a different experience. At this time my first visit was my last.

I decided to go somewhere special so a friend and I went to Cafe Monte. We made a reservation for noon. The parking can be tricky being near Whole Foods. Seating wait upon arrival about five minutes. It is a quaint place. Like a French bistro. We ordered beignets and escargot for appetizers. Then I ordered duck confit and waffles with a delicious berry compote. My friend had seafood omelette with potato, fruit, and toast with a side of sausage and waffle. I ordered lemon curd tart to go. Average price for eating nowadays. The food quality was worth the cost. We will return and I recommend them highly.

It genuinely feels like you stepped into France when walking through the doors at Cafe Monte. The vibes are incredible between the decor and overall feel making it a very comfortable dining experience. The beef short rib baguette was insanely flavorful and meat was tender as can be. Also tried the lobster crepe which was delicate light and divine. Our waiter was super attentive and helpful throughout our time there as well. Would highly recommend!

Always the most relaxing brunch. Very consistently perfect. My happy place for a great cappuccino and crepes or Benedict. Service spot on

I come here with my coworkers. I've been thrice so far. It's cute, decent, fills up quick for breakfast/brunch. Definitely need a reservation. The first time I came I had a better experience I feel. My most recent visit I had the duck and waffles with a side of berries. The fruit here is ALWAYS FRESH. The waffle was cooked to perfection. Light, fluffy, slight crisp, good light crunch, golden. I was disappointed in the duck. I just did not enjoy the way it was seasoned and I LOVE duck. I just won't order it again the future if I return. We also discovered this time around, there's a separate secret room to the right they sat us in lol.

If you're looking for a brunch, this is the spot. Our food was delicious. I ordered the quiche, which was very light and seemed crustless as the flavors complimented each so well. We shared a Belgium waffle that was light and airy and absolutely delicious! The reason for 4 instead of 5 stars was simply service. Our server was aloof, which is the only way i can accurately describe him. I asked for any specials that day or for anything he would recommend and he pointed to the brunch section and said "people order here". I asked if i could have the spinach salad as my side with the quiche instead of the house and he replied yes. I would have liked to have been aware of the $6 up charge. I would have probably still ordered it but it would have been nice for that to have been communicated We told him it was our anniversary and received a blank stare. There were empty tables around us so no i don't think he was "too busy" he was just aloof We did have a delightful (guessing manager) who brought over 2 glasses of champagne, that had been ordered from our kids and at the end of our meal a box of macaroons also from our kids. She was kind and chatted with us offering smiles and "thank you for coming in" And those macaroons were worth the visit!

I was in the mood for dessert. I walked over from my hotel while in town. There was parking. The place was packed. Very popular spot. I ordered at the bar and they got to me quickly. I probably should have gotten something else but I love creme brûlée so figured I would order it since my walk wasn't far. It didn't take long for the order to be filled. Got back to the room and enjoyed but was a little smashed up but overall very tasty. I would love to go back and check out the full menu.

Amazing everything! Food, service and ambience. Has a wait almost always, but you could put your name in the waitlist if you have planned your trip well in advance. We went for lunch.

Had brunch at Cafe Monte. The food was excellent but the service was mediocre. The restaurant was crowded. To sit at a table the wait was 40 minutes. Yikes! That's a long time for breakfast. We opted for the bar. I ordered a coffee which the pot was immediately across from me. Our waiter never served me my coffee. 15 minutes go by as I watch him make countless cappuccino's. I reminded him and he still didn't serve me. So, I canceled my coffee because I was frustrated that he ignored me. We waited an unusually long time for our food. When we did get it .... It was amazing. We had an appointment so we had to take half of it to go but the food was great.

Food was excellent..our server was great...mentioned it was my daughter's birthday and she brought us complimentary beignets which were hot & delicious!..will definitely be back

Very cool interior. I've never been to France but I imagine they have cafe's like this. Made reservations and we were seated quickly. They brought us a baguette and butter shortly after we sat down. Our waitress was Lisa, she was great. Had to try the French onion soup right? It was solid but wish I would have tried the snails. Where else can you try snails? Definitely recommend the three cheese fondue. Entrees we tried were the duck confit and the trout almandine. Both were exceptional. Next time, I want to try the beef short rib. They have a few beers on draft but unfortunately nothing French. All in all, a fun and different experience. Will definitely go back.

Love this spot. While this cafe is super busy, it still had a very relaxed atmosphere. It has really cute decor. Our server was very nice and attentive. Water was brought to our table when she came to introduce herself. There was so much we wanted to try! We ended up ordering the Beignets, Lobster & Crab Cake Crepes, Crab Cake Benedict, two Golden Crepes and a side of bacon. For drinks I got a Cafe au Lait and the hubby got a Virgin Bloody Mary. ALL of the food was great. So much flavor and my eggs Benny were cooked to perfection. And that side of bacon, let me tell you when I say they actually bring you a side of bacon, it's a meal itself. I have never been to an establishment that serves that much bacon on the side. I had wide eyes-open mouth when I say the healing portion. Usually, when you order a side, it's like, what?, two pieces? Nah, friend! They came out with a small plate full of that nice , juicy but with a crisp kinda bacon. It was wonderful! I loved it. Will definitely be going back to try out other dishes. -sorry, we started eating before the cam

Nice bar and restaurant ambiance. Prices are reasonable. Brie en croute was excellent. Fresh soups were delicious. Shrimp risotto was good. Service was very good. Mostly French food selections here.

Unpleasant Dining Experience Dear owner I hope this message finds you well. I recently dined at your establishment, and I feel compelled to share my experience, which unfortunately left me quite dissatisfied. Upon arriving, I had to wait for 30 minutes for a seat, which was already an inconvenience. Despite our patience, the situation escalated when, after placing our order, we waited for an additional 45 minutes, only to find that our food had not been served. This extended delay significantly impacted our overall dining experience and left us feeling frustrated and disappointed. I understand that unforeseen circumstances can occur in a restaurant, but the lack of communication or acknowledgment of the delay was particularly disheartening. I believe in constructive feedback, and I hope you take this as an opportunity to address any issues in your service. I appreciate your attention to this matter and trust that steps will be taken to ensure a more satisfactory experience for future patrons. Thank you for your time. Sincerely, Alejandro Reyes

The food here is always amazing every time I come here . The service is always amazing, very warm welcoming :) . The ambiance here is always a warm feeling, smoothing and calm :3

Came here for brunch not too long ago and loved it! The atmosphere is really cool and almost European looking. The food, however, was delicious. I ordered the Benedict Monte, it comes with asparagus and smoked ham and is served on a croissant. The beignets were perfection! Served with powdered sugar atop and a side of jam. For anyone who hasn't had a beignet before, they are basically light and airy fried balls of dough. Cafe Monte is a Charlotte must!

This place is over rated. Food is not that good and has no flavor. I ordered the French onion soup which was just ok. The tuna melt totally sucked, for $14 no spices and came with cheap McDonald's fries. Service wasn't any better.

This is always a weekend go to for brunch or light fun bites! I especially love the beignets and escargot with a nice cup of tea. Bae always gets a French 75 drink. Great service, and love the music. Definitely makes you feel like you're at a French cafe.

Visiting Charlotte for a few days. Wanted breakfast at an old go to... restaurant wasn't crowded and we did not have reservations. Hostess looked unhappy to be there. She said we could sit at the bar or a "side table" (again, quite a number of empty tables). We sat down and after about 5 minutes a young man came but and all but tossed two water glasses on the table and splashed two ounces of water in them and in us. We waited another fifteen minutes (again not crowded) for a server then just got up and left. No longer a go to when we are in town. Sadly I think this is indicative of an issue in Charlotte.

This is a gem, I will definitely be coming back. I felt so comfortable here. The cuisine is amazing! I had the escargot & blackened swordfish. Jackson is sure to charm you & provide exemplary service! He was wonderful. The atmosphere is clean & beautiful with easily listening French music playing. I am already craving a trip back, I must try the crepes & duck! Thank you for tue beautiful experience on my day off!

Had dinner at Cafe Monte a few nights ago, for the first time in a while. Same outstanding service, same delicious food! This place never seems to have a bad night. We have learned to reserve ahead because the wait can be long if you just walk in, but the beauty of the place is the intimate, artsy environment and the feeling that you've suddenly been whisked from Charlotte and have stepped into Paris. We had the mussels, the chicken and mushroom crepe and the beef short rib dinner. The bread was also hot, fresh and served with the freshest butter. It was 1/2 price wine night, so we all enjoyed a couple of glasses of Sonoma-Cutrer...nice! If you come for brunch, order the beignets and the ham and cheese crepes. I love the waitstaff in black and white attire and the elegance and attentiveness of the staff in general. Charlotte, you can't beat this. Fancy local's best kept secret! délicieux.

Make reservations so you dont have to wait! I went with a friend that has frequently dined here. It was good to see them care about her well-being. Our server was Paul, and he was a great server. He bought over some champagne due to me celebrating receiving my degree. I decided on a salad with a croissant. Food was very tasty. My dining partner enjoyed her good as well. I will return to get the other yummy things I saw!

We went here for brunch on a Saturday morning. They were busy when we arrived so we put our name on the list. They had about an hour wait to be seated we heard from friends that the place was good so we wanted to check it out. They do have a parking lot and we were able to find parking with no problem. After an hour wait I went to check in on our reservation to see how much longer the wait was and the host stated they tried calling and texting my number. The host wrote down my phone number incorrectly after I repeated my number two times for her to write it down. She was able to seat us right away after the second check in. This place was nice they had indoor and outdoor seating. We ordered some drinks they had beignets we ordered some and they were nice and fluffy. I had the crab cake Benedict which was good. My boyfriend order led the stray and eggs which was good. Both meals came with a potato patty which was good. My boyfriend liked the croissant the most. He stated the croissant was nice and warm. The steak was cooked well. My crab cakes were good as well.

First place I've ever tried the escargot... oh and don't forget to grab a macaroon or a dozen. on the way out. Service was top notch and food hit the spot. Definitely a favorite of ours in town

A one and done for me. The overall vibe of this place is "ok." My husband and I came here on a Saturday afternoon, no reservation, but were able to snag a table for 2 outside. Our table was right underneath a speaker so it made for difficult conversation while a mix of Parisian and American music were playing. I found the menu to be overwhelming so it took a couple looks to figure out exactly what I wanted. I opted for the French onion soup, side salad, and 3 beignets. The food took about 40 minutes to arrive which was surprising. Overall the food was good and I really enjoyed the champagne vinaigrette dressing on my salad. My soup was nice and hot, served in a traditional lions head bowl, and had plenty of cheese/bread/onions. The beignets were forgettable.

Cafe Monte, have never disappointed - I need a place to eat, study, relax. I enjoyed my lunch, read and chatted with Brittiny at the bar. Brittiny was very friendly. Also, I must say, They make the best french onion soup!

I stopped in at 2:00 pm for a quick bite. There was a nice bar area and the restaurant was crowded. I thought it was a grab-n-go place but more of a sit down cafe. The Hostess was on the phone the entire time I was there and the lady at the bar offered no assistance so I never saw a menu. I asked about the bakery next to the bar and she was able to help with that. The lemon tart I bought was old and tasted like meat from being stored in the refrigerator. Prices were high and quality poor. Would not recommend.

One of my favorite spots for brunch - Café Monte in SouthPark! I know it's not just my favorite since it did win a few awards from OpenTable in 2020 for Best Value, Best Lunch and Best Brunch and for good reason! My go-to order is the Beef Short Rib Baguette with Caramelized Onions, Provolone and Garlic Aioli with a petite house salade (or you can get pomme frites!) with the champagne vinaigrette. It's the most complementary side to the richness of the sandwich! That savory, fatty beef drip tho gets me everytime and the aioli adds even more richness! I also like to get the salad though to save room for the beignets. YAS I said beignets. You absolutely cannot leave here without them. They are little pillow doughnuts of heaven! If you've been to Café du Monde In NOLA - I honestly think these are better because they are fluffier and lighter which means you can eat more! I love putting the strawberry jam that comes with it on top too! Wash it all down with a café au lait and you'll have the picture perfect meal! Don't sleep on their dinner options or cocktails either. This place is just amazing all around and is super high quality French food with reasonable price points!

They need new hosts because why did this little girl tell me they have no times at all when I see a 2 PM opening on their reservation website... like girl ... like I don't want to be petty but like girl why is you lying.

Food was great as was our server but the Amy Schumer look a like behind the bar was nasty as USUAL.

Cafe Monte is a great place to eat! I've been a handful of times and have always had great food and service, and on my last visit, this was no different. Great food options are available and can please any appetite. The restaurant is Parisian inspired and therefore, the food options are as well. Some of my favorites are the crepes and seafood omelet. Service was great and the waitress not only kept up with our order, but also came back multiple times to check on things. It's located in Phillips Plaza, where there are tons of food options, other retail establishments, and plenty of parking. It's a great location, with great food! Definitely give them a try if you are in the area or passing through.