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Our quaint dining room with just 12 tables! - Reve, Lafayette, CA
Award-winning

Reve

4.9
4.9
2544 Reviews
$50 and over
French
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Reve

4.9
$50 and over
French
Lafayette

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2 people
10:30 p.m.
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
Indoor / Standard Table = dining room. Outdoor = Garden Tent / Patio. Starting October 29, 2024 seating will be in an enclosed heated garden tent. Fully outdoor garden is available by phone only 7 days in advance, weather permitting. Reservations available for 8 or less. To inquire about parties of 9-14 please call.

RÊVE is not that snooty, splurge-on-your-anniversary kind of French restaurant. Au contraire.
This is your classic, everyday neighborhood French bistro run by Chef Paul Magu-Lecugy & his wife, Laura. That kind of cozy little place you’d imagine in Saint Michel or Saint Germain. Not smack dab in the middle of the 'burbs. But lucky for you, that’s exactly where 5-star chef Paul Magu will be paying homage to the French comfort food that he fell in love with as a boy growing up in Paris. We’re talking authentic French onion soup. Steamed mussels. Steak frites. And don’t forget creme brulee… 2021 -2024 Michelin recognized Open Table "Diner's Choice" 2017-2024





Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, Contemporary French
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (925) 385-0793
  • Payment Options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Paul Magu-Lecugy
  • Catering
    No.
  • Private party facilities
    No.
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Neighbourhood
    Lafayette
  • Cross Street
    Mt. Diablo Blvd.
  • Parking details
    Small lot / street parking.
  • Public transit
    BART - Lafayette station + 1/2 mile walk
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Add for an Extra Special Celebration

    US$25.00 per party

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Create that WOW when you are seated at your table. Celebrate your anniversary, birthday or special date night with fresh flowers waiting at your table. A small seasonal arrangement will be waiting for you and your guest along with a hand signed card (for birthdays & anniversaries) from the staff. Go even bigger and add a bottle of Champagne. Please tell us what you are celebrating in your reservation notes.
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What 2,544 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    French

  • East Bay

    Best Overall

  • East Bay

    Best Food

  • East Bay

    Best Service

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Reve in Lafayette shines as a delightful French bistro offering "fantastic food," "impeccable service," and a "charming ambiance." Guests praise the "delicious French classics" and seasonal dishes, while live harp music adds a special touch. Perfect for special occasions, Reve ensures an "unforgettable experience" with its attentive staff and authentic cuisine.

2,544 Reviews
  1. Heidi

    New Orleans

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service - like going to Paris for dinner …… but luckily it’s located in your neighborhood.

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  2. Georgette

    San Francisco

    20 reviews

    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was good but overpriced. For a special birthday, we had to buy dessert so they can put a candle to celebrate. We had to pay extra for a second basket of bread which consisted of 4 small pieces. We were disappointed. We will think twice before we eat there again.
    ReveResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for joining us for your special birthday. We are honored by all who choose REVE for their celebration. We have 5-15 celebrants every night. To offer a "free" dessert for us, a small family owned business is just not realistic. Many guests are avoiding sweets, gluten or like something other than what we would choose - so it gets thrown away. We give a card signed by the staff and get many positive comments about that. Regarding the bread charge & "overpriced" food, our food is high quality and labor intensive. Many restaurants charge for ALL bread. When we gave unlimited free bread - we threw SO MUCH away every night. We believe we charge a fair price for the quality of food and top service we provide, and still provide a living wage to our team members.

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  3. Helene

    San Francisco

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice French menu , bistro style and really delicious. Worth the trip to Lafayette

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  4. Steven

    Central Coast

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service and food. We dine here 3 to 4 times a year.

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  5. Eran

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I recently dined at Reve, and it was a delightful experience! I started with the France soup, which was rich and comforting, setting the perfect tone for the meal. The mushroom dish was a standout, bursting with flavor and beautifully presented. For the main course, I had the veal sweetbread, which was incredibly tender and cooked to perfection. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, making it an enjoyable evening. I highly recommend Reve for anyone looking to savor authentic French cuisine!

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  6. Claire

    San Francisco

    181 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    181 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely evening in Paris! Great food and service. Wonderful mussels and chocolate mousse

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  7. Erika

    San Francisco

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went to Reve to celebrate the birthday of a friend, and it was a perfect place to have a special occasion dinner. The service was outstanding, the food was quite good, and the ambiance is homey, warm, and quiet enough to hold a conversation.

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  8. Henry

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our waiter was fantastic, charming, knowledgeable and very professional. The meal was delicious. The wine list is good although fairly expensive. Nevertheless, a lovely dinner. I look forward to my next visit.

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  9. jaqueline

    San Francisco

    100 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    100 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place it’s just amazing! I do not get tired to go there.

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  10. Jeannie

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely dinner to celebrate a friend's birthday. We sat out on the outdoor patio which was nice and cozy despite the chilly weather that evening. Our server Arlene was friendly and gracious, providing the right level of attentiveness and interaction. The food was delicious as well. I love a good moules frites and the mussels were nice and plump and the fries were perfectly salted. It appeared there were other parties also celebrating birthdays the same night so if you are looking to have a good meal in a nice atmosphere, Reve Bistro is a great choice.

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FAQs

Reve is rated 4.9 stars by 2544 OpenTable diners.

Reve does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

A photo of Reve restaurant

Reve

4.9
$50 and over
French
Lafayette

Make a reservation

2 people
10:30 p.m.
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Reve

960 Moraga Road, Lafayette, CA 94549

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross Street
    Mt. Diablo Blvd.
  • Neighbourhood
    Lafayette
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    French, Bistro, Contemporary French
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Small lot / street parking.
  • Public transit
    BART - Lafayette station + 1/2 mile walk
  • Payment Options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Paul Magu-Lecugy
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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