Café la Vie Menu
Welcome to Café la Vie, a delightful culinary gem located at 7730 Bonhomme Ave, St. Louis, MO. This charming café captivates guests not just with its inviting ambiance but also with a menu designed to comfort and delight.
The standout feature of Café la Vie is its exceptional service, particularly from the staff members like Corinthian and Jennie K, whose warm personalities and extensive menu knowledge elevate the dining experience. Their recommendations have garnered rave reviews, such as the heartwarming Turkey Cassoulet—described as cozy as a “warm blanket” on a cold day.
With an inviting pool area, wonderful drinks, and comforting food, Café la Vie serves as the perfect haven for both relaxation and culinary exploration. It’s an experience that beckons guests to return for more.
BREAKFAST MENU - SIGNATURE BREAKFAST
CLV BREAKFAST
Two Egg's any Style, Breakfast Potato Medley, Choice of Sausage, Bacon or Chicken Sausage and Choice of Toast (Wheat, Sourdough, Gluten-Free Or English Muffin)
CROQUE MADAME
Smoked Ham, Gruyere-Gouda Blend, Grilled Brioche, One Egg Your Way and Mornay Sauce
TRADITIONAL BENEDICT
Two Poached Eggs on a Toasted English Muffin with Smoked Ham and Hollandaise with Breakfast Potatoes
BUILD-YOUR-OWN OMELETTE
Three-Egg Omelette and Choice of Three Ingredients, Choose from: Spinach, Tomatoes, Mushrooms, Onions, Bell Peppers, Ham, Bacon, Sausage, Chicken Sausage, Smoked Salmon, Chevre, Gruyere, Feta
EGG WHITE WRAP
Scrambled Egg Whites blended with Sauteed Spinach and Feta in a Spinach Wrap with a side of Fresh Fruit
AVOCADO TOAST
Butter-Grilled Hearth Sourdough, Fresh Avocado Spread, Char-Grilled Corn and Asparagus, Pickled Red Onion, Heirloom Tomato and Truffle Salt
SHORT RIB & POTATO HASH
Braised Short Ribs with Bell Peppers, Onions, Spinach and Potato Medley with Two Eggs Any Style
FRENCH TOAST
Creme Brulee-Soaked Thick-Cut Brioche, Cherry-Maple Compote, Maple Syrup and Butter
FEATURED QUICHE
Rotating Selection served with a side of fruit
BENEDICT FLORENTINE
Toasted English Muffin with Sauteed Spinach and served with Breakfast Potatoes
NORWEGIAN BENEDICT
Toasted English Muffin with Pastrami-Smoked Salmon and served with Breakfast Potatoes
YOGURT PARFAIT
Seasonal Blend of Fruit, Honey, Yogurt and Granola
OVERNIGHT OATS
Chocolate Hazelnut Spread, Bananas, Old Fashioned Oats, Chia Seeds, Oat Milk and Maple Syrup
STEEL-CUT OATMEAL
Piping-Hot Steel-Cut Oats Topped with Dried Cranberries, Golden Raisins with Graham Cracker and Maple Streusel
COFFEE CAKE
Buckwheat and Banana Bread Blend with Tart Cherries baked in
PLAIN CROISSANT
STRAWBERRY CREAM CHEESE CROISSANT
CINNAMON ROLL
BLUEBERRY MUFFIN
CHOCOLATE CHIP MUFFIN
BREAKFAST MENU - LIGHTER FARE
COFFEE & TEA
FRESH-BREWED COFFEE
illy Ground Arabica Beans
ESPRESSO
illy Coffee Prepared in its Purest Form
AMERICANO
Espresso Diluted with Hot Water
CAFFE LATTE
Espresso Mixed with Steamed Milk, Finished with a Layer of Froth
CAPPUCCIΝΟ
Espresso Blended with Steamed and Frothed Milk
MACCHIATO
Espresso with a Touch of Steamed and Frothed Milk
CANNED ILLY
Canned Cold Brew Italian Coffee
ICED TEA
HOT TEA
Ask your server for your favorite
MIONETTO MIMOSA
BLOODY MARY
Tomato Juice, Vodka, Garnish
LIBATIONS
NON-ALCOHOLIC
JUICE
Orange, Cranberry, Grapefruit or Apple
FITZ'S ST. LOUIS SODA
Root Beer, Cardinal Cream, Grape, Orange, Black Cherry or Diet Root Beer
ASSORTED PEPSI PRODUCTS
Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Mountain Dew, Diet Mountain Dew, Starry or Lemonade
BISTRO CHIPS & DIP
homemade chips with creamy french onion accompaniment
BAVARIAN BAKED PRETZELS
with maldon sea salt, served with a beer cheese sauce
BRASSERIE-STYLE WINGS
dry-rubbed, tossed with our premier sweet & spicy seasoning, buttermilk ranch and celery crudite
MINI TARTINE BOARD
cucumber & tomato, grilled asparagus & prosciutto, peach compote & gorgonzola all served on butter toasted baguette
BAKED BRIE WITH GRILLED PEACH COMPOTE
brie fromage, grilled peach compote, balsamic glaze, pecan crumble
POMMES LE SUCRE
sweet potato fries tossed with our premier sweet & spicy seasoning, served with our parisian aioli
CHARCUTERIE & CHEESE
a rotating mix of cured meats, local & imported cheeses, house mustard, pickled veggies, fruit & nut compote and toast points
DINNER MENU - SHAREABLES
DINNER MENU - SALADS
CLASSIC CAESAR
romaine, buttery croutons, shaved parmesan, white anchovy
MAYFAIR SALAD
romaine, nueske's ham, ceci beans, aged white cheddar, hard-boiled egg, buttery toasted breadcrumbs
ANCIENT GRAINS BOWL
farro, quinoa, roasted chickpeas, cucumber, heirloom tomato confit, parsley, mint, golden raisins, finished with lemon-infused olive oil and fresh lemon juice
Salad Enhancements - 6oz Grilled Chicken
Salad Enhancements - 4oz Grilled Salmon
WHIPPED YUKON GOLD MASHED
SAUTEED SUMMER GREENS
kale/spinach
TALLOW-ROASTED GOLD POTATOES
CRISPY HOT HONEY BRUSSELS SPROUTS
FRENCH FRIES
TRUFFLE FRIES
TOTS
DINNER MENU - SIDES
DINNER MENU - SOUPS
FRENCH OΝΙΟΝ
caramelized sweet onions topped with sourdough, gruyere, fontina and gouda cheese crouton
LOBSTER BISQUE
classic cream-based soup with chopped lobster, and chives
THE BONHOMME
flavorful beef blend of brisket, short rib and chuck, bibb lettuce, tomato, onion, homemade pickles
THE CLAYTON CLUB
thick cuts of smoked turkey, parisian dijonnaise, applewood-smoked bacon, crispy bibb lettuce and sliced beefsteak tomato, served on toasted sourdough bread
CLV FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH
buttermilk & herb-marinated chicken breast, bibb lettuce, homemade pickles, house bistro sauce
TERRACE PESTO MELT
basil pesto, vine-ripened tomatoes, mixed greens, fresh mozzarella, on butter grilled hearth sourdough
CROQUE MONSIEUR
craft hot ham and cheese on brioche with gruyere and fontina crust, served with apple preserves
DINNER MENU - HANDHELDS
DINNER MENU - ENTREES
FLAT IRON STEAK FRITES
6oz flat-iron steak with truffle fries, marrow butter and signature steak sauce
SWORDFISH LA VIERGE
grilled swordfish, spring pea risotto, sauce la vierge
TURKEY CASSOULET
cannellini beans, kale, roasted vegetable broth, smoked turkey, shallots, garlic, lemon, herbs & spices, served with toasted baguette
CAMPANELLE A LA VODKA
pancetta, prosciutto, pecorino, san marzano tomato, cream, thyme and basil
BRAISED SHORT RIBS
whipped yukon gold mashed, sauteed summer greens and red wine sauce
GRAND SALLE CHICKEN
oven-roasted half chicken, served with crispy brussels sprouts, tallow-roasted potatoes, sauce veloute
SPRING PEA RISOTTO
arborio rice, pea pistou, pecorino cheese, lemon zest and torn mint
GOOEY BUTTER CAKE
st. louis gooey butter cake-stuffed wonton ravioli with caramel sauce
GELATO / per scoop
locally sourced gelato served by the scoop, see server for flavors
FRENCH NAPOLEON
layered puff pastry with lemon creme, chocolate ganache and fresh berries