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

Reve

4.9
4.9
2588 Reviews
$50 and over
French

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 11 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
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

Reservations available for 8 or less people until May.




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
  • Area
    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, 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

    USD 30.75 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 2,588 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
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    French

  • East Bay

    Best Food

  • East Bay

    Best Service

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Reve offers a charming French bistro experience with "excellent food and service." Guests adore the cozy ambiance, whether dining inside or in the heated outdoor space. Highlights include "wonderful veal sweetbreads," "sublime scallops," and "consistently great" dishes. The attentive staff and lovely garden setting make it a "hidden gem."

2,588 Reviews
  1. Daniel

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I have been searching for a local Provincial French restaurant and Reve was the perfect find. Great food and Great service.

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  2. Robbie

    San Francisco

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a memorable Valentine’s Day dinner at Reve. The place was beautifully decorated and everything we ordered was excellent. From the moment we got there to the time we left, everyone was so friendly and courteous and our service was amazing, it’s like visiting old friends.

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  3. wes

    San Francisco

    39 reviews

    4.0

    39 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was obvious that it was Valentine’s Day. Reve was packed. Obviously the kitchen couldn’t keep up with the volume. The food was good, but not memorable. We started with French Onion Soup. It had evidently been watered down to stretch it through the evening. We missed that rich flavor and it wasn’t even hot - sorta bland and tepid. Next we chose Sole. It was ok, but again there was no attempt to make it outstanding. We finished the evening with Reve’s version of Floating Island Pudding. It was delicious. Finally a dish worthy of the price. Service and ambiance were great. I guess the answer is don’t go to Reve on holidays!

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  4. Paul

    VIP

    San Francisco

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Reve never fails to be exceptional. Both the Duck Confit and Scallops were perfectly prepared and service was excellent. We have been here many, many times since they opened many years ago and will continue coming back.

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  5. Elizabeth

    VIP

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Oysters, snails. mussels, sole, lamb shanks, and truffle fries - everything I tasted was topnotch. We were celebrating a birthday and asked to bring our own cake. It was plated and served beautifully and graciously.

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  6. Liz

    Central Coast

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Highly recommend! Our server was especially knowledge and the food was delicious!

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  7. Rachel

    San Francisco

    16 reviews

    3.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Was expecting a true Michelin star restaurant, as we've heard good reviews. We were definitely not impressed. Perhaps our expectations were too high. We've been to many Michelin restaurants, and unfortunately, this was not one of the great ones.

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  8. Allison

    VIP

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Have had the pleasure of dining at Reve on numerous occasions & it's always spectacular beyond words. Last evening we celebrated my husbands birthday & it was phenomenal, from of course the food ( brings you right to France) to the stellar service & quaint/romantic ambiance. I wish there were a Billion stars for this East Bay Gem, merci beaucoup Reve!

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  9. Robin

    VIP

    San Francisco

    32 reviews

    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on 6 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a fantastic experience! Wonderful food, wine and wait staff. Couldn't ask for a better neighborhood gem!

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  10. Jody

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was excellent and well timed. Good, also excellent with a few stand out items- scallops, mussels, French fries. Really enjoyed the cozy, French atmosphere.

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FAQs

Reve is rated 4.9 stars by 2588 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.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 11 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.
  • Area
    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, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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