Le Chef - Southampton

Romantic, cozy, exquisite food and presentations, really Le Chef is one of my very favorite restaurants. In the summer season, reservations are essential, although, there is a high bar, so if you want to take a chance, go for it. Tonight we enjoyed their French onion soup and Caesar Salad. The broth has a small white wine, and the bread is crusty and decorated with Gruyere. It's beautiful. The shaved parmesan and crispy croutons complement the crispy green and light dressing. For our main course I chose the Baked Salmon and Ratatouille. Surrounded by a delicate sauce, the salmon was cooked for perfection. The skin was extra crispy and produced great taste. My husband chose the Monk Fish Francese. It was the best he ever had, he looked at the order of another as he has done since our high school protests! I am so used to the server expressions when reorders dinner for his dessert, as some times the manager comes to the table to check his choice. The Monkfish was so moist and tasted like lobster. The lemon butter sauce was also exceptional. But he wanted the homemade cheesecake with a raspberry glaze, so this time he stayed with Dessert. This is a great little place on jobs Lane. You will never be disappointed here!

It's been a few years since I had the chance to visit South Hampton. Le Chef has always been my way to the restaurant and they have not disappointed. I had the braided short ribs and they were super delicate and out of the bone they should be ribs. The soup of the day, the broccoli was also delicious. My partner enjoyed their signature duck court and tuna tacos. I'm glad they were able to eat the Tacos GF for both of us. The service was also good. We both suffer from various food allergies (glues, milk, nuts and raw eggs) and they were able to absorb what is not easy.

Very standard French restaurant. Good selection of dishes, everything was well cooked. Came with a large group 8 and the service was attentive and fast. Highlights were the service, bar service and duck. I wish they had a chocolate sufflé.

Our experience was great, largely through our bartender Patrick. We sat at the bar and enjoyed some drinks, Calamari Salat and Steak Tacos. All were very good. Recommended.

The Old Hamptons French Cozy Spot is still here. Great Wine. Small romantic room. Solid French Cuisine. Why Not go less trendy but more good?