Bistro Le Cep

4.7

1031 Reviews

$30 and under

French

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Charming

Opened in 2001, Bistro Le Cep features French home cooking at its finest that can be best described as deeply flavored, elegant, yet straightforward. Combining traditional fine dining with a modern perspective, Bistro Le Cep will impress you and your guests with mouth-watering specialties inspired by authentic age old country recipes. We feature a well stocked bar and our extensive wine list includes an exceptional selection of grand vintages, as well as coveted wines from small producers.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
French, French / American
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(713) 783-3985
Website
http://www.bistro-le-cep.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
Elegant Private Dinning room maximum occupancy 48.

Location
11112 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77042-3208
Neighbourhood
Westchase
Cross Street
Wilcrest
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

Moules aux Fines HerbesUS$9.25
Fresh Mussels in a Wine and Garlic Broth served with Fresh Herbs
Filet de Saumon Fumé à la NormandeUS$9.95
Succulent Smoked Salmon served with Fresh Watercress Vinaigrette and Calvados marinated Apples
Pâté de CanardUS$8.95
Duck Pâté with Cumberland Sauce
Avocat Farcis aux CrustacésUS$9.95
Ripe Avocado stuffed with Crabmeat and Shrimp served with fresh Watercress
Escargots à la BourguignonneUS$9.25
Succulent Burgundy Snails in Homemade Seven Herb Garlic Butter au Gratin
Saint-Jacques Poêlée aux Safran GastriqueUS$9.95
Pan Seared Sea Scallop over tossed Baby Spinach and a Saffron Gastrique

Potages du Jour

Soupe à l' OignonUS$7.45
Traditional Onion Soup with Gruyere Cheese
VichyssoiseUS$7.45
Chilled Potato and Leek Soup

Salades de Saison (Salads)

Salade du JardinierUS$6.95
Crisp House Salad with your Choice of Dressing - Caesar, Italian, French, Blue Cheese or House
Salade au Fromage de ChèvreUS$7.95
Crisp Romaine Lettuce tossed with a light Caesar Dressing, served with a crusted Goat Cheese Bruschetta
Salade de Tomates à l'OignonUS$7.95
Sliced Vine Ripe Tomatoes, Sweet Onion and Blue Cheese, served with House Dressing

Specialitées de la Maison (Specialties of the House)

Poêlé Foie de Veau aux PommesUS$22.50
Pan Roasted Calves' Liver with Apples, Crisp Bacon, and Homemade French Fried Potatoes
Steak Entrecôte GrilléUS$32.95
Grilled 13 oz. Certified Black Angus Sirloin Steak with Green Peppercorn Sauce served with Homemade French Fried Potatoes
Medallion de Marcassin à l'aigre-douxUS$22.95
Filet de Buf Financière
Tender Filet Steak wrapped with Bacon and grilled to perfection served with a Pinot Noir Reduction, Creamed Potatoes and Vegetables
- 8 oz. Fillet SteakUS$32.50

Poissons et Fruits de Mer (Seafood)

Cakes au Crabe Sauce Piment DouxUS$23.50
Crisp Crab Cakes topped with a light Pimento Sauce and served with Angel Hair Pasta and Fresh Vegetables
Bouillabaisse à la MarseillaiseUS$23.95
Fresh Fish and Shellfish simmered with Onions, Tomatoes, Fennel, Leeks, Garlic, Olive Oil, and Fresh Herbs
Cod en PapilloteUS$23.25
Fresh Fillet of New England Cod baked with Herbs, Seasonal Vegetables, Petit Shrimp and Crabmeat in Parchment Paper
Escalope de Saumon en Croûte de Pomme de TerreUS$23.95
Potato Crusted Baked Filled of Fresh AlaskanSalmon with Green Beans and Bearnaise Sauce
Crevettes Sautées à l'Aïl, garnies de Tomates GrilléesUS$23.50
Sautéed Shrimp with Roasted Garlic Served with Grilled Beefsteak Tomato, White Beans and Fried Onions
Poisson du Jour MeunièreUS$23.95
Pan Roasted Catch of the Day in Lemon Butter Sauce with Capers served with Fresh Grilled Vegetables
Bar à la FlorentineUS$31.50
Pan Roasted Fresh Fillet of Chilean Sea Bass topped with a light Velouté Sauce served with Garlic Leaf Spinach and Roasted Potatoes

Volaille (Poultry)

Coq au Vin à l'AncienneUS$18.95
Braised Chicken in Red Wine with Carrots, Mushrooms and Onions
Suprême de Volaille aux Champignons des BoisUS$18.95
Breast of Chicken sautéed in Olive Oil with Wild Mushrooms topped with Goat Cheese and Tomato Concasse, served with Spätzle and Fresh Green Beans
Canard à l'OrangeUS$23.95
Half of a Roasted Duck with a Bigarade Sauce, Lentils and Red Cabbage

Rôtis et Plats du Jour (Specialties of the Day)

Sauté de Veau de Lait aux CarottesUS$22.95
Tender Cutlets of Milk-Fed Veal sautéed in Olive Oil served with Mushroom Sauce, Carrots, Fresh Green Beans, and Spätzle
Côte de Porc à la CharcutièreUS$19.95
Grilled Pork Chop and Charcutiere Sauce, served with Creamed Potatoes and Red Cabbage
Lapin aux Haricots VertsUS$24.95
Pot Roasted Rabbit in a light Mustard Sauce with Fresh Green Beans and Buttered Spätzle

What 1,031 people are saying

Bistro Le Cep reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Houston
French
Houston
French

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bistro Le Cep offers "excellent food and flawless service" in a cozy French bistro setting. Guests rave about the "attentive staff" and delightful menu, featuring standout dishes like escargot, duck, and chocolate mousse. With a "quiet and nice atmosphere," it's perfect for both special occasions and intimate dinners.

1,031 Reviews

J
Julio VIP
San Francisco3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great dinner and excellent service. Food was delicious.
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Fernando VIP
Houston8 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Bistro Le Cep is an absolute gem! My spouse and I recently took a friend there for a farewell dinner before his move back to Spain, knowing he would love it as much as we always do. This charming, intimate restaurant consistently delivers outstanding food and exceptional service. The staff is always welcoming, and our waiter went above and beyond, recommending a special off-menu dish and a perfectly paired red wine. We trusted his suggestions, and both the meal and the wine were nothing short of amazing. Bistro Le Cep never disappoints—every visit feels like a special occasion. If you’re looking for an authentic French dining experience with impeccable flavors and warm hospitality, this is the place to go. We’ll definitely keep coming back!
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Robin
Houston16 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our first experience at this restaurant… charming charming place! My quiche was delicious and my friend’s Salmon with vegetables was sad perfect
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Terry VIP
Houston65 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent very consistent restaurant excellent food and service have been dining here for 15 years.
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RobertC
New York City4 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 27, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Went with family for 95 y.o. mother’s birthday. Food was lovely. Service was attentive.
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Diana
Houston1 review
5.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food! Great service! A quiet place to dine with friends and family and actually be heard!
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D
Don
Houston4 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
All 12 of us loved the food and service Waiters are great.
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c
chris VIP
Houston26 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First class restaurant for a French Cuisine staff and everything was supurb!
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Carolyn VIP
Houston16 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service . Pleasant atmosphere
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Stephanie VIP
Houston25 reviews
2.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
It was Valentine’s Day. Crowded. Arrived on time but people were cramped in the doorway. Couldn’t get in or out. One gentleman leaving warned us the service was poor. They could have had people sit or stand in the bar area but greeter just ignored us all. The pate was nice as was the hot bread. I had the French onion soup. There were maybe two onion strands. The duck was dry with plain lentils and cabbage. There was some liquid in a tiny container which I tasted but it didn’t have any real flavor so I didn’t use. Not a great experience so far. Then we waited 45 minutes before we decided to leave as the chocolate mousse and complimentary glass of champagne, after that long a wait, just wasn’t tempting any more. The restaurant has been in business a long time and should know how to staff a full restaurant. If they don’t have enough staff, they should not have had all the tables in service. Needles to say we will never return.
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FAQs

Bistro Le Cep offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (713) 783-3985.

Bistro Le Cep is rated 4.7 stars by 1031 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Not bookable

This restaurant is temporarily offline. Please contact the restaurant directly or check back shortly for availability.

11112 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77042-3208

Additional information

Cross Street
Wilcrest
Neighbourhood
Westchase
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
French, French / American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

Website
http://www.bistro-le-cep.com/
Phone number
(713) 783-3985
Private party facilities
Elegant Private Dinning room maximum occupancy 48.

Bistro Le Cep

About this restaurant

Not bookable

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Hors d'oeuvre (Appetizers)

Moules aux Fines HerbesUS$9.25

Filet de Saumon Fumé à la NormandeUS$9.95

Pâté de CanardUS$8.95

Avocat Farcis aux CrustacésUS$9.95

Escargots à la BourguignonneUS$9.25

Saint-Jacques Poêlée aux Safran GastriqueUS$9.95

Potages du Jour

Soupe à l' OignonUS$7.45

VichyssoiseUS$7.45

Salades de Saison (Salads)

Salade du JardinierUS$6.95

Salade au Fromage de ChèvreUS$7.95

Salade de Tomates à l'OignonUS$7.95

Specialitées de la Maison (Specialties of the House)

Poêlé Foie de Veau aux PommesUS$22.50

Steak Entrecôte GrilléUS$32.95

Medallion de Marcassin à l'aigre-douxUS$22.95

Filet de Buf Financière

Poissons et Fruits de Mer (Seafood)

Cakes au Crabe Sauce Piment DouxUS$23.50

Bouillabaisse à la MarseillaiseUS$23.95

Cod en PapilloteUS$23.25

Escalope de Saumon en Croûte de Pomme de TerreUS$23.95

Crevettes Sautées à l'Aïl, garnies de Tomates GrilléesUS$23.50

Poisson du Jour MeunièreUS$23.95

Bar à la FlorentineUS$31.50

Volaille (Poultry)

Coq au Vin à l'AncienneUS$18.95

Suprême de Volaille aux Champignons des BoisUS$18.95

Canard à l'OrangeUS$23.95

Rôtis et Plats du Jour (Specialties of the Day)

Sauté de Veau de Lait aux CarottesUS$22.95

Côte de Porc à la CharcutièreUS$19.95

Lapin aux Haricots VertsUS$24.95

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