La Chatelaine French Bakery and Bistro - Columbus, Ohio

Allen H.

Stepping into this charming restaurant is like a mini-vacation to France!

From the French-speaking staff to the atmosphere, this place is the real deal. As someone who's traveled to France, I can confidently say it captures the authentic feel. The display of desserts upon entry is a feast for the eyes – I did get a beignet, which was delicious. Then I remembered that I had to do this review. The rest of my meal – creamy lobster bisque, fresh mixed fruit, and perfectly executed French toast – was equally impressive. The unlimited French coffee was a delightful bonus.

The French-themed decor and clean facilities complete the experience. Perfect for a gathering of up to four, this is a must-visit for a genuine taste of France in Ohio.

Adila

Food was exquisite! and the owner was nice to us. We enjoyed our first brunch time in Ohio. Especially pastry with spinach was so good:)
one thing we hope is more explanation with food&desserts because we tried a chocolate cake but it wasn't cake😅 it was meringue and cream but was nice experience!

Stephanie S.

We really enjoyed this experience with our 9-year old daughter. She said it was like walking through a door and entering a bistro in France! The staff were absolutely wonderful and definitely added to the experience. We went two days in a row since we were in town for the weekend. I highly recommend the lobster bisque if it is available. My family loved everything they tried. We took a lot home too because the bread was amazing. I am gluten sensitive (to wheat in US products) but I could eat here with no problem!

kai

The staff were kind, just not very organized. The food was pretty good, personally I loved the little fruit pastry/tart. And my boyfriend and I both got the croque monsieur, it was generally okay, even coming from someone who doesn't like them usually (me). He thought it was pretty good but he has had better. Also the hot chocolate was nice and creamy. Definitely recommend this restaurant.

Brian R.

Discovered this place while looking around. Trying to find something in the area to do, planned it for a lunch. Turned out to be kind of a later lunch which affected our dinner plans, the food was delicious. All the pastries were very, very good. Service was so accommodating. They have a Caesar dressing that is proprietary and is one of the best Caesar dressings outside of being made table side that we've ever had the croissant was so buttery and flaky it's undescribable. The place is also this quaint little spot that feels like you're in France if I'd had ever been , the music they're playing over the speakers is also a French radio station which kind of takes you away. We definitely will be returning to this spot as many times as we can possibly.

David S.

I was in Columbus for the afternoon for some errands and found this little French cafe/bakery. The restaurant looked warm and inviting. The bakery portion is right inside the front door. I picked out a strawberry tart with creme filling to enjoy for later, and it was delicious. There is a cafeteria style line where you pick out your food, pay, and then set yourself. I selected a cup of vegetable soup with bread. My spouse got the onion soup and bread. My soup was warm and tasty, chocked full of veggies. The onion soup was dark and rich with a deep flavor to the broth. Both were delicious. The bread was excellent. Crispy on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside. It was a great experience overall. I hope to go back again.

Bri R.

Visited on a Wednesday afternoon and although it wasn’t very busy, they had run out of a decent amount of pastries which is to be expected. However, I was still able to order a few with my friends and they were absolutely incredible! The vibe was very cozy and inviting and left me wanting to come back to spend more time here. I ended up getting the Pain au Chocolat which was so good and my friend got the Brioche Royale which she also really enjoyed. Overall, I highly recommend checking this place out and hope to come back soon to try more pastries and their other food options!

Christa B.

A lovely experience every time!! The pastries are beautiful and also delicious. My only negative is that in 2025, they only offer half and half or skim milk... no non-dairy options like almond, coconut or soy! Slightly annoying for someone who is lactose-intolerant and has a monthly breakfast meeting scheduled there!!