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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.
Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wine
Menu
Bistro Le Cep's menu was last updated on 2/2/2022.
Hors d'oeuvre (Appetizers)
Moules aux Fines Herbes$9.25
Fresh Mussels in a Wine and Garlic Broth served with Fresh Herbs
Filet de Saumon Fumé à la Normande$9.95
Succulent Smoked Salmon served with Fresh Watercress Vinaigrette and Calvados marinated Apples
Pâté de Canard$8.95
Duck Pâté with Cumberland Sauce
Avocat Farcis aux Crustacés$9.95
Ripe Avocado stuffed with Crabmeat and Shrimp served with fresh Watercress
Escargots à la Bourguignonne$9.25
Succulent Burgundy Snails in Homemade Seven Herb Garlic Butter au Gratin
Saint-Jacques Poêlée aux Safran Gastrique$9.95
Pan Seared Sea Scallop over tossed Baby Spinach and a Saffron Gastrique
Potages du Jour
Soupe à l' Oignon$7.45
Traditional Onion Soup with Gruyere Cheese
Vichyssoise$7.45
Chilled Potato and Leek Soup
Salades de Saison (Salads)
Salade du Jardinier$6.95
Crisp House Salad with your Choice of Dressing - Caesar, Italian, French, Blue Cheese or House
Salade au Fromage de Chèvre$7.95
Crisp Romaine Lettuce tossed with a light Caesar Dressing, served with a crusted Goat Cheese Bruschetta
Salade de Tomates à l'Oignon$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 Pommes$22.50
Pan Roasted Calves' Liver with Apples, Crisp Bacon, and Homemade French Fried Potatoes
Steak Entrecôte Grillé$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-doux$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 Steak$32.50
Poissons et Fruits de Mer (Seafood)
Cakes au Crabe Sauce Piment Doux$23.50
Crisp Crab Cakes topped with a light Pimento Sauce and served with Angel Hair Pasta and Fresh Vegetables
Bouillabaisse à la Marseillaise$23.95
Fresh Fish and Shellfish simmered with Onions, Tomatoes, Fennel, Leeks, Garlic, Olive Oil, and Fresh Herbs
Cod en Papillote$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 Terre$23.95
Potato Crusted Baked Filled of Fresh AlaskanSalmon with Green Beans and Bearnaise Sauce
Crevettes Sautées à l'Aïl, garnies de Tomates Grillées$23.50
Sautéed Shrimp with Roasted Garlic Served with Grilled Beefsteak Tomato, White Beans and Fried Onions
Poisson du Jour Meunière$23.95
Pan Roasted Catch of the Day in Lemon Butter Sauce with Capers served with Fresh Grilled Vegetables
Bar à la Florentine$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'Ancienne$18.95
Braised Chicken in Red Wine with Carrots, Mushrooms and Onions
Suprême de Volaille aux Champignons des Bois$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'Orange$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 Carottes$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 Charcutière$19.95
Grilled Pork Chop and Charcutiere Sauce, served with Creamed Potatoes and Red Cabbage
Lapin aux Haricots Verts$24.95
Pot Roasted Rabbit in a light Mustard Sauce with Fresh Green Beans and Buttered Spätzle
What 1,034 people are saying
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Overall ratings and reviews
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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value
Noise • Moderate
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Houston
Good for special occasions
Houston
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Review summary
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Bistro Le Cep offers "outstanding food and exceptional service" in a charming, intimate setting. Known for its "authentic French dining experience," the restaurant consistently impresses with "impeccable flavors and warm hospitality." Guests rave about the attentive staff and exquisite dishes, making it a "neighborhood gem" and a top choice for special occasions.
1,034 Reviews
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Kathleen VIP
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Always a treat to dine here! And a special treat today to have Joe roaming the dining room---ever the gracious host!!
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Steven VIP
Houston39 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 1, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Everything was excellent as usual. Enjoyed our anniversary celebration.
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Alexander
Houston13 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 29, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Started patronizing when first opened many years ago. Always excellent food and service.
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Julio VIP
San Francisco3 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 22, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Great dinner and excellent service. Food was delicious.
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Fernando VIP
Houston8 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 22, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
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 on March 17, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
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
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
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
Overall 4
Food 5
Service 5
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
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Great food! Great service! A quiet place to dine with friends and family and actually be heard!
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Don
Houston4 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 21, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
All 12 of us loved the food and service Waiters are great.
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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 4.8 stars by 1034 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.