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La Belle Vie Reviews List

La Belle Vie

La Belle Vie, one of the most lauded restaurants of the Twin Cities, is a chef-driven restaurant located in the historic 510 Groveland Building, sharing the neighborhood with the newly expanded Walker Arts Center. Tim McKee, executive chef, is nationally recognized for his fresh interpretation of traditional French Mediterranean cuisine. La Belle Vie's cuisine reflects the belief that "Good food is always personal". At La Belle Vie, food is close to their hearts, and you are invited to share that dining experience with them. Award of Excellence, both Zagat and Wine Spectator Magazine.
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134 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.7 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.7 / 5
(134 Reviews)
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Rating Breakdown 134 reviews
5 stars
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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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Food 
4.7 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.7 / 5
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4.7 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.7 / 5
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4.5 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.5 / 5
Noise Level
1.5 / 3
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • special occasion(114)
  • fit for foodies(102)
  • romantic(83)
  • notable wine list(71)
  • vibrant bar scene(21)
  • neighborhood gem(19)
La Belle Vie Reviews List
Review 1 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent romantic spot!

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Dined on 5/11/2013
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"I brought my girlfriend to La Belle Vie for a birthday dinner and proposed to her as well. (She said yes!) It was a perfect place to do it. The food was excellent and the service was top notch."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 2 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Never disappoints

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Dined on 5/09/2013
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"We had yet another superb degustation meal at La Belle Vie. It was made all the more enjoyable by having Jim as our main server. All 8 courses and the wine accompaniments worked very well together."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 3 for La Belle Vie
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/04/2013
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"This is an experience, not just a dinner. Fabulous, interesting, beautiful food and top notch service."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 4 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

World Class

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Dined on 5/04/2013
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"World class dining. Spectacular prix fixe menus."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, special occasion
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Review 5 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great for anniversaries.

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Dined on 5/03/2013
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Moderate
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"Celebrated 20th here and had a great time just the two of us. Splurged and got the 13 coarse meal with wine flight. Excellent food, wonderful service, good presentation, ambiance perfect. Would highly recommend."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 6 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Family Dinner!

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Dined on 5/03/2013
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"We had a fantastic family dinner to celebrate my wife's birthday. The food was exemplary. The service (with Seth and the other waiters) was wonderful -- they were informative and very attentive. The wine selection was great.
La Belle Vie is the best restaurant in the Twin Cities. If you are looking for a great dining experience for a special occasion, you should go to La Belle Vie!!"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 7 for La Belle Vie
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fantastic food, service and

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"Fantastic food, service and atmosphere! We were celebrating an anniversary and count down to a wedding and could not have had a better night. The servers were very knowledgeable AND friendly. I can't think of anything that was only ok. Thank you for an amazing evening!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 8 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

It is very expensive. A place

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"It is very expensive. A place to go for a special occasion."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 9 for La Belle Vie
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3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Great but very expensive.

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"Great experience. Very romantic. Service I great. Brought my wife here for her birthday. Great choice but!!!!!!!!!! VERY EXPENSIVE!!!!!!!!"
Dined on 04/16/2013
 2012
Special Features: kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food and service were

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"The food and service were excellent. The head waiter was extremely knowledgeable and personable. An excellent experience. The price is $$$$$."
Dined on 04/24/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The dining room was beautiful,

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"The dining room was beautiful, our waiter answered all of our questions, the food was fantastic and the portions were perfect. Be willing to spend some money to do it right."
Dined on 04/24/2013
 2005
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 12 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

If you like great food and

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"If you like great food and perfectly paired wine, this is the only place you should consider."
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 13 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Holy cow it is expensive. If

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"Holy cow it is expensive.
If you love food, this is just too good to pass up.
It has to be an occasion but it is worth it.
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Dined on 04/21/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 14 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Always consistant. Great food.

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3 / 5
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"Always consistant. Great food. Wonderful flavorful dishes. Very creative. Good service."
Dined on 04/21/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We celebrated our one-year

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"We celebrated our one-year anniveresary at La Belle Vie and are still talking about it! The food was excellent as was the service. It was a great total experience and we will go back."
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Food Was Good But Tasting

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"Food Was Good But Tasting Menus Not My Preference. Menu Difficult Comparison To Food Served.
Expensive For Food Served.
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Dined on 04/20/2013
 2007
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Review 17 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Superb!

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Quiet
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"Each plate on the tasting menu offers a savory combination of flavor elements, each in harmony and balance with the others."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 18 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
5 / 5
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Excellent food and service Our

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"Excellent food and service
Our servers great
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Dined on 04/13/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 19 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Just superb in everyway.

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"We had the 5 course tasting menu. Neither of us could decide on a favorite because each plate was so good, from the uniquely well prepared proteins, terrific combinations of flavors, and beautiful presentations."
Dined on 04/17/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 20 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The Best in the Twin Cities

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Quiet
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"La Belle Vie showed us once again why they are the best restaurant in the Twin Cities. The atmosphere, with tables far apart, is quiet and relaxing. The décor is elegant. The servers are there when you need them but do not intrude into your privacy. Ah the food! Our group of 4 had the shortest tasting menu, and we don't know how anybody can make it through the two larger tasting menus. We were completely full after 5 courses: sea bass, sturgeon, young chicken, beef, and citrus flan. Each was a work of art; each was a mouthful of wonderful flavors. LBV is at the top of its game. Another nice touch is, despite a very expensive wine list, the wines by the glass are sold by the bottle, as low as $28!"
Dined on 04/16/2013
 2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

did the tasting and flight

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"did the tasting and flight for wine. as seniors we split both and we left very satisfied."
Dined on 04/11/2013
 2010
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

My husband and I went to La

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"My husband and I went to La Belle Vie for our anniversary. We had the 8 course Chef's Tasting menu. Everything was exceptional- from the service to the meal presentation- just spectacular. We did not leave hungry! Yes, it is expensive but we would go back for the A La Carte menu or to the bar/lounge for a less expensive visit."
Dined on 04/14/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 23 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

As always, a superlative meal

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(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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3 / 5
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5 / 5
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"As always, a superlative meal and experience. The 5-course tasting menu was full of flavors and just the right proportions for each serving (although our table thought the chicken entree was the weakest one - good, but not great). Our server was nice, but thought she seemed a bit stiff or uncomfortable. We appreciate being in a room with settings that allow quiet table conversation without having to compete with nearby, loud tables or blaring music.
La Belle Vie remains the best restaurant overall in the Twin Cities and one that should make all of us who enjoy fine dining proud.
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Dined on 04/12/2013
 2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Waited over 10 minutes before

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"Waited over 10 minutes before any server even knew we had been seated and came over to greet us, bring water, etc., but once they found us, the food and wine were fabulous and service slowly improved. Some of the problem might have been how dead the place was on a Sunday evening, so maybe the staff were bored/inattentive."
Dined on 04/07/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 25 for La Belle Vie
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Cocktails were interesting

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"Cocktails were interesting and incredibly well executed. Chet's tasting menu was delicious. There was not a miss in the bunch."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 26 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great special occasion spot.

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"Great food. Thoroughly enjoyed everything we ate. Even though we did the 8 course tasting, we were still a little hungry. Just wish the portions given were just a bit larger and more than just 2 or 3 bites. You should not pay $80 for dinner and not be full. The head chef came out and talked to the diners which was nice."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 27 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Amazing Birthday!

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"Everything on the menu is exquisite. Would happily return any time."
Dined on 04/04/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 28 for La Belle Vie
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Amazing preparation, plating

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"Amazing preparation, plating and pairings. Exceptional service. We will gladly return for another special occasion!"
Dined on 04/04/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 29 for La Belle Vie
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The tasting menu is beyond

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"The tasting menu is beyond compare if you are looking for a wonderful culinary treat. The flavors are extraordinary, and the service is exceptional. This is one of the most romantic spots in the Midwest, and a must-stop for anyone seriously looking to indulge."
Dined on 04/02/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 30 for La Belle Vie
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Well worth every penny! Never

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"Well worth every penny! Never had such a wonderful pairing of food and wine."
Dined on 03/25/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 31 for La Belle Vie
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2 / 5
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The staff is very professionel

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Energetic
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"The staff is very professionel The service was effcient. The presentation was artistic. One of our party had the Artic Char it was wonderful.
My wife and I had the beef . very tough. $2.50 for a diet coke refill seems high. When I mentioned the beef they adjusted our bill.
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Dined on 03/23/2013
 2012
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Review 32 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Good for a Special Night

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"Very nice ambiance, but expect to pay for it. The food was quite unique, interesting flavors and textures. The wait staff were friendly and very knowledgeable. They made several accommodations for my girlfriend who is sensitive to dairy which was much appreciated."
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 33 for La Belle Vie
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 34 for La Belle Vie
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3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The food quality was amazing,

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"The food quality was amazing, quantity not so much. My husband and I opted for the tasting menu with wine pairings, it really was a tasting menu. Most often when we have a dinner date we choose chef's choice as it allows us to sample many offerings, usually I am overwhelmed by large servings. As for $400 tab, for us that is often the case, we just expected a bit more food. Don't think we'll be back."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 35 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had a wonderful time at

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4 / 5
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"We had a wonderful time at La Belle Vie. My wife and I both had the Chef's tasting menu with the wine pairings.Food and service very good. I thought it was just the right amount of food where my wife thought she could have had a little more. Nothing to complain about. A little expensive but we would definitely go back!"
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 36 for La Belle Vie
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

This was our second visit.

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(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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Quiet
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"This was our second visit. We were not impressed the first time and decided to give this another try. Glad we did. The food was truly outstanding. The portions were perfect and we left feeling very satisfied and comfortable - we actually like leaving with the feeling we can't wait to return for "more." The only criticism is that we were seated next to the kitchen door and that was a bit distracting. Otherwise we had a wonderful experience."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 37 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We took friends who were visiting

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
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"We took friends who were visiting from Los Angeles. They are true "foodies" who have taken us to some amazing restaurants all over the world and they raved about the food. Every flavor worked together perfectly! We will definitely be returning to La Belle Vie."
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 38 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had a perfectly delightful

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We had a perfectly delightful time. The chef let us do an abbreviated set of courses as neither of us was up to a five course meal (you can order a la carte but this seemed like more fun and it was fun). The food was wonderful--creative and delicious. The portions were small but that was exactly what we wanted. That way we got to try more dishes. The service was excellent. We had a very enjoyable evening."
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 39 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I couldn't of had a better

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
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"I couldn't of had a better experience. (Wait, maybe if chef Tim Mckee brought out every course!)
Really though, everything was absolutely amazing and delightful. Definitely will be back. Awesome awesome awesome.
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Dined on 03/06/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 40 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

It's super expensive but worth

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"It's super expensive but worth it if you're in the mood to splurge"
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2009
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Review 41 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Dessert looked pretty but

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Dessert looked pretty but it didn't taste greati didn't finish it. Maybe I chose the wrong dessert? But overall, it was a good experience. And go with someone that can eat an will eat what's on the tasting menu. That way you can eat at the same time."
Dined on 02/17/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 42 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Expensive, but worth it. the

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
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"Expensive, but worth it. the food was beautiful and tasted incredible. the Chet's tasting menu with the wine flight was amazing!"
Dined on 02/22/2013
 2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 43 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The menu was varied and imaginative

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The menu was varied and imaginative. My friend ordered Skate and was very glad she decided to try it. It came with such a variety of tastes and textures that we were amazed. They have an expert mixologist in their bar, so we enjoyed really creative and delicious cocktails before our wine. Everything was superb. We'll be going back."
Dined on 02/20/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 44 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great food and service. The

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great food and service. The chef's tasting menu was unique. Just understand it's very expensive."
Dined on 02/20/2013
 2004
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 45 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Always excellent. We truly

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Always excellent. We truly enjoyed ourselves. Thank you very much."
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 46 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

It has been a few years since

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"It has been a few years since I had been back to La Belle Vie. It's exciting to be at a restaurant that gets even better over time. The food was excellent and the service the same."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 47 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We had the most amazing experience at La Belle Vie- I've been recommending to all of my friends- wonderful!"
Dined on 02/13/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 48 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Not to be missed

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"La Bel Vie is an absolute must for foodie. It's always a superior experience made more so by Kim our server. Her knowledge is superb and she is a particular standout where i am concerned. The degustation with the wine accompaniment is to be highly recommended."
Dined on 02/13/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 49 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Its an experiance if its own.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Its an experiance if its own. Expensive but worth the overall experience!"
Dined on 02/09/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 50 for La Belle Vie
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food was very good, high quality.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food was very good, high quality. The prices where very expensive for the amount of food I got here. I have got much larger portions at other fine dining around town. After spending $200 on a 3 course meal, I would have still been very hungry if it had not been for the bread, which I ate about 6 slices of and when I asked for more bread, the waiter never returned with it."
Dined on 02/09/2013
 2010
Special Features: special occasion
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