We visited the Café Bastille all-day brunch restaurant at the Fort Lauderdale location. We chose it because it was right by the waterfront. However, it’s worth mentioning that this restaurant doesn’t accept reservations.
Café Bastille is a charming single-story building adorned with flowers, and its entrance is particularly inviting. Upon our request, we were promptly seated at a table right by the water. Although the space is small, it boasts an elegant interior design and a delightful outdoor area. Even the wallpaper in the restroom was beautiful, and I couldn’t help but capture the pleasant atmosphere in my photos.
My spouse and I ordered the Parisian Omelet, which included ham, mushrooms, and cheese. Additionally, I requested smoked salmon and croissant. As a beverage, we paired our coffee this time instead of classic Mimosas with a Summer Bellini cocktails.
Our server, Allison, greeted us with a smile and efficiently delivered our food. Contrary to some reviews, we experienced no delays in service; in fact, we were quite satisfied. The omelet we ordered was flavorful and filling, although I personally found it a tad dry—perhaps slightly less cooking time would have made it even more enjoyable. On the other hand, the Summer Bellini made from champagne and peach puree was truly delightful. The only critique I have is that the coffee I requested refilled twice arrived cold. However, when we informed our server, the subsequent refill was piping hot.
I must also mention that at many restaurants of this caliber, clearing empty dishes from the table can be slow, but here, it was impressively efficient—a crucial aspect of quality service in my opinion.
In summary, Café Bastille is genuinely charming, located by the water, and their brunch offerings are delicious.
Keep in mind that weekends tend to be quite crowded. Additionally, I recommend arriving before 10:30 AM to secure a spot without waiting in line. Lastly, it’s worth noting that an 18% service charge is automatically added to the bill.
Considering the taste, ambiance, waterside location, and excellent service, the $65 per person, including the tip, felt reasonable to me. But observing the orders from neighboring tables, I believe they paid a more suitable amount.