Le Café Serpente
1784 Reviews
2 Cloître Notre Dame, 28000 Chartres, France

Le Café Serpente
1784 Reviews
2 Cloître Notre Dame, 28000 Chartres, France
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An A, Aug 2024
I went in May 2022, we ate outside after a bit of a wait but servers were helpful.
Avocado egg pastry was interesting, quite good but plating was its better quality.
French onion soup was very bad, not thick not creamy or beefy or smooth at all— so watery and flavourless compared to the one we had at the Monet restaurant!! But I’m told that’s how they typically make it in France.
Burger maison was wonderful, so delicious especially the cheese, very special burger and good fries too. I am writing this review because I was thinking about it. I wish I could go back!
R. “R” R.
R. “R” R., Jun 2024
This is a super cute French bistro just off the church. We sat for a meal and a glass of wine. I ordered escargot and a steak tartare. The snails were delicious, perfectly cooked and seasoned. The tartare was fine, but it didn’t have any capers. We sat out side, shrubs could glasses of wine and enjoyed a great mean. Highly recommended if you have time.
Rett Perera
Rett Perera, May 2024
The veal was amazing! For vegetarians, the french onion soup is perfect, though the linguine was alright but underwhelming, I'd stick to cheese, soup, and dessert! Lovely staff and perfect location.
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Michelle Factura, May 2024
This was such a beautiful cafe! We ended up coming here because most places had closed by 10pm. It's literally on the side of Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Chartres. I liked my burger but the risotto was our fave. Staff were very welcoming and nice despite it being very busy when we went. Loved the decor and ambiance, it was beautiful and whimsical.
pijnacker01
pijnacker01, Apr 2024
I’ve been here 4 times now. Every time we visit. Great service, fantastic location right next to the mystical gothic cathedral of Chartres. Starter was not super fresh this time, but the main course was very good! ?
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