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La Bonne Vie

33A High St, Taunton TA1 3PN, United Kingdom

La Bonne Vie
French restaurant
4.5
69 reviews
8 comments
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2V6W+VM Taunton, United Kingdom
+44 1823 274748
labonneviebistro.co.uk
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Daisy masters
Daisy masters
I'm genuinely confused at all the wonderful reviews this place has.

The restaurant itself looks very cute which is what originally drew us in and the service was polite (although I could hear the waiters complaining rather loudly to one another about a particular customer they'd had) but as for the food... most of it was basically an overpriced, frozen pre-packaged meal. Aunt Bessie potatoes, the cheapest microwave rice imaginable and tasteless veg.

The only thing that had actually been 'cooked' was the steak, which was cooked to a perfect medium rare as requested, although lacked in any seasoning. We had to add salt and pepper to everything.

As for the menu, based on reading reviews and restaurant name, we expected it to be authentic French food, however, I think the only French thing on the menu was the French onion soup, which came out with clearly cheap white french stick bread bought from a supermarket. The rest of the menu was a red flag from the start, with options ranging from Mexican, American, Italian, Indian and British.

I've always wondered why this place doesn't come up in any Google searches or why no one's ever mentioned/recommended it to me and now I see why. I think the only reason it survives is because it appeared to be packed with regular OAP's who wanted simple meat and veg with no real flavour.
Sarah Holland
Sarah Holland131 days ago
What a lovely atmosphere and wonderful staff and service. To think that owner does 50 covers usually on her own with 2 chefs is outstanding. Food perfect and very good value for money. Will definitely be back...
Alex Layzell
Alex Layzell192 days ago
Everything about this place is perfect. The decor is warm, welcoming and charming. The service is friendly and the food is really tasty and great value for money. My grandparents are regulars and recommended the place and it will now be a definite place to go when I am back in the area on another Somerset visit!
Would recommend and return.
Stéphane Jouin
Stéphane Jouin223 days ago
As a French person, I have been wanting to go to this restaurant for a while. And it was very good indeed ☺️ the atmosphere was very relaxing, the staff friendly and the food was great! Me and my Wife will come back 😊
Victoria Drohan
Victoria Drohan345 days ago
Lovely little restaurant, relaxed vibe as soon as you walk in . We had a party of 6 ,& the food was excellent very reasonable pricing . Absolutely will be back loved this little goldmine . Not one too be missed
Jim
Jim1 year ago
A fantastic good value for money restaurant it is. Staff and service brilliant.
Neil Page
Neil Page1 year ago
First visit today very happy with our lunches. Definitely a return visit needed.
Joyce Entwistle
Joyce Entwistle1 year ago
Food excellent been going for years never once had a bad meal or experience. Highly recommend.
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