C'est La Vie

4.9 (1398)

$31 to $50

European

18 N Market St, Lancaster, PA 17603

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2 people

May 29, 2025

May 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 34 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

Casual Fine Dining…with Character
Life is made of the places you go and the people with whom you go there. C’est La Vie is a bistro that invites you to enjoy the small things in life, in the company of good friends. Our inviting, playful atmosphere along with our delicate yet satisfying cuisine makes for a place truly like no other. We invite you to experience everything C’est La Vie has to offer — and watch the world go by with us.
Artisanal, yet casual, and above all deeply enjoyable — that is the philosophy at the heart of our food. At C’est La Vie we craft both large and small plates meant to excite the senses and appeal to a wide range of tastes. As another way to pay tribute to life in Lancaster, we source our ingredients from the rich community of local farmers, butchers, and more. Discover our frequently changing menu.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
European, Bistro, Comfort Food
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sat 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(717) 299-7319
Website
http://www.clvlancaster.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Resort Casual
Executive chef
Daniel LeBoon

Location
18 N Market St, Lancaster, PA 17603
Neighborhood
Lancaster
Cross street
West Grant Street and Market Street
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,398 people are saying

C'est La Vie reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

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Lancaster County
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Best Food
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Best Service
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Best Ambiance
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Best Value
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Healthy
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Hot spot
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Neighborhood gem
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Lively
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

C'est La Vie in Lancaster, PA, offers a delightful dining experience with "fantastic service" from servers like Benjamin and Michael. The restaurant boasts an "incredible" atmosphere and "delicious" food, including menu highlights such as the duck, crab cakes, and smoked trout macarons. Patrons appreciate the "wonderful professionalism" and consistently enjoy their meals, making it a "favorite spot" for many.

1,398 Reviews

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Ken VIP
New York City196 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sophisticated French fare in a charming area of downtown Lancaster. Excellent food and decor, friendly service. Not Amish at all!
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Steven VIP
Philadelphia County96 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Kerri our server was awesome. She is always at the top of her game. Great personality and wonderful professionalism.
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Emma
Washington DC5 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food. Professional and friendly staff. Brilliant and tasty food.
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Jeremy
Philadelphia County10 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
In the reservation I had put it was a birthday. No one mentioned it when I checked in. I’m not sure what the point is asking if you’re celebrating a special occasion? The presentation of the escargot and mussels were disappointing. Served in small Le Creuset dish with focaccia. I was expecting a French baguette with French butter. You are a “French Bistro” are you not?The Caesar Salad was just ribs of Romain on a plate with dressing swirled on top. Also, served with a steak knife. A total contradiction of how the escargot and mussels are served. Overall the food was okay. For the prices charged I would have expected more over the top presentations and authentic French recipes.
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Neila
New York City8 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our server, Benjamin, was fantastic. Attentive and accommodating. Food and service were excellent
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Michelle
Philadelphia County1 review
5.0
Dined on May 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We thoroughly enjoy dining at Ces’t la Vie. Food is delicious but our server Benjamin is the best. Courteous, attentive, and just made dining there a pleasure. We will ask for him when making reservations in the future.
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Tom
Philadelphia County16 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another great meal at our favorite Lancaster, PA restaurant!
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Thomas
Cincinnati / Dayton22 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 14, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Consistently good dining experience. Generous food portios.
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Bethany VIP
Baltimore6 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and atmosphere were both incredible! Everyone at the table ordered a different entree and the plates were cleaned! I had the duck which was tender and flavorful. Highly recommend for a great meal!
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Jennifer
Philadelphia County2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous! Loved our special lunch today. Thank you!
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C'est La Vie offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (717) 299-7319.

C'est La Vie is rated 4.9 stars by 1398 OpenTable diners.

C'est La Vie does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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Booked 34 times today

18 N Market St, Lancaster, PA 17603

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Additional information

Cross street
West Grant Street and Market Street
Neighborhood
Lancaster
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sat 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
European, Bistro, Comfort Food
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Resort Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Daniel LeBoon
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.clvlancaster.com/
Phone number
(717) 299-7319

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