Belle

Our group of 4 was excited to try Belle for restaurant week last night. As another reviewer noted, the advertised price for Belle's restaurant week was $35 when we made the reservation, but the menu at seating was $45/pp, a substantial change which was not communicated to us. Had we known this, we would likely have dined elsewhere. Unfortunately, our service was unfriendly and slow; a 7 pm dinner on a Wednesday evening took 2 hours for small plates, which we found disappointing. The dishes came out cold, and the menu was different from advertised (instead of arctic char, they served a different fish). Three of us who ordered the fish main were surprised how undercooked and soft the fish was (bright pink and raw). A friend ordered the escargot to start and they were under salted and lacking in flavor. Our server said maybe 20 words to us all night, and we could barely hear her. It's loud and tight in Belle space wise, with servers walking on top of diners. Perhaps stick to Belle for breakfast sandwiches!

Per usual, Belle’s French Toast (currently with berry compote) turned OUT. Amazing taste, great coffee shop atmosphere. Easy to hold conversations and to work in if needed. Thank you Belle, for continuing to hold your charm!

Cute place! Somewhat limited indoor seating, they have some outdoor seating. Very limited parking lot but some street parking around. Food was great! We got the breakfast sandwhich and herbed potatoes. Their seasonal apple cider was wonderful. Only down side, the music indoors was very loud and made conversation difficult. They have one bathroom, gender neutral with a baby changing station👍

I randomly stopped in for breakfast one morning and wow, what a treat. The friendly staff genuinely seemed to care about answering my questions to ensure I picked a menu item that I would enjoy. Enjoy would be an understatement! The #6 with peach jam was not only delicious but larger than I expected. Definitely a meal and not a snack. Great experience!

My favorite spot in Belmont for dinner, cocktails, and BREAD. Excellent service and beautiful cooking with a casual, European flare. Don’t overlook this gem!

Known for breakfast but don’t sleep on this place for dinner! Sourdough bread, escargot, house made pasta and beef bourguignon were all amazing! Cocktails were perfect and our server, Lanzlee (might have gotten the name wrong) was wonderful! Thanks for hosting an exceptional date night!

We went for dinner for restaurant week with the advertised price in C-ville Weekly at $35. The menu at the restaurant was $45. The food is good but being a noisy venue to begin with, the loud country music playing in the background was not what we would have expected for a French style bistro meal in this price range and unfortunately affected our enjoyment of the meal. We will not be going back.

Sat outdoors and it was nice. It was a bit pricey, but the quantity and quality were great! My favorite was the salad (the most delicious tangy salad dressing). Oat chai was good! Kids hot chocolate was a tad too sweet, but with extra milk, it was great. Flat white was absolutely amazing

A deliciously sublime meal at Belle. Starting with appetizers, including a cheese board with Comte, Bleu d'Auvergne, and Epoussis with assorted breads, carrot salad in vinaigrette, tartare filet with focaccia, and escargot (this one not sampled by yours truly). This was followed by tender beef bourguignon and glazed carrots. Finally, although we were full, we managed to squeeze in sharing two cherry clafoutis with ice cream. It reminded me of a Dutch pancake with custard--not heavy, and the tartness of the cherries provided a nice complement to the vanilla flavors. The space was cozy and warm, and our server was excellent.

Stopped in for an iced latte and a donut on a busy Saturday. The line ran almost out the door, but went quickly. Both things I ordered were decent, though I didn't find them to be the best in the area. I'd like to try a hot latte instead next time. There are a bunch of tables both inside and out depending on temperature. It's a good place to grab a bite and chat. Breakfast options look good; plan to try in the future!

My friends and I got a weekday lunch here. We ate outside and quickly got a table (though the tables continued to be full and turnover). The menu has some great brunch options. I got the special (see pic) and #5. The eggs are incredibly fluffy. You have to get a cinnamon roll! We also got a cardamom donut, which was subtle and unique. Unfortunately, service was very spotty. There were weird gaps in getting our food. Also, the French toast was obviously burnt. I'm keeping at 4 stars for the chill vibe and great menu options. My flat white was also on point.

This was a very good but unspectacular sandwich. I would definitely recommend giving this place a shot as the prices were fairly reasonable. And the food is incredible fresh. I will definitely go back to try other sandwiches and update this review accordingly. Unfortunately I messed up and did not try their coffee (which by the looks of the ones I saw may have moved the needle a little bit more).

Not sure how I felt about this spot. Went on a Saturday around 12:15pm. They only do their brunch menu on Sunday fyi, but not an issue. I ordered the #6: prosciutto cotto, Gruyère, and I added an egg. For $15, I was rather disappointed: the sandwich was fine but the cheese wasn't melted and prosciutto cotto was almost over powering. $15 for one sandwich with nothing on the side is a bit crazy in my opinion, unless it's an amazing sandwich. Plentiful indoor and outdoor seating, friendly staff. Be prepared to wait a little bit for food, I think I ended up waiting about 20 minutes for my sandwich. And parking lot/street parking is park mobile- not sure how often it's enforced.

Cute little spot with wonderful food, service and drinks. We swung in for a quick brekky and coffee fix. You order at the bar, we got the Croque Madam and one of the breakfast sandwiches along with a nutella empanada of sorts that was delicious! Very popular (for gppd reason) and we happened to get lucky when coming in there was an available spot to sit (late morning, week day) - id say be prepared to wait on a weekend Parking was limited in the lot but street parking was easy to find :)

Went to Belle for breakfast and coffee twice over the long weekend. Absolutely amazing lemon lavender donut. Great lattes. Had an omelette as well that hit the spot. Lovely service and quaint space. Highly recommend.

Incredible rehearsal dinner and welcome party for Colleen and Michael at @bellecville last week. Combine the delicious food - from the poached lobster and quail/pork belly first courses to the trout almondine or ribeye filet mains - with the french bistro ambience and a room full of family and friends, and you get one amazing party. John Shanesy's creative cuisine was on full display from a simple compound butter that we were still dipping our fingers into long after the bread was inhaled to the carrot cake that none of us had room for, but all of us ate. Then, when none of us could even eat a thin mint, the welcome party started and Brooke's signature charcuterie board came out (setting a new standard for what a charcuterie board is supposed to be!) Incredible service and too many Whiskey Cider Smashes made for a memorable evening that kicked off the wedding weekend right.

Delicious food, friendly servers, great cocktails. Sweet space. I'll definitely be back.

Far too expensive for what you get. $15 for a turkey sandwich, seriously! That's just for a sandwich, no side. Seems arrogant. Speaking of the sandwich, it was slopped up with multiple sauces and dripped all over the place. I didn't finish the second half because it was so sloppy and squishy. My partner's sandwich was burnt, but he powered through. My daughter said the avocado toast was fine, but she was hungry within a couple hours. Bottom line- too much money for too little food that is very OK. Would not go back.

Great place for breakfast. Sourdough donuts, cinnamon roll, toast, and english muffins. Great brunch selections on Sunday .

A super cute and simple spot! Bakery and coffee shop by day and resto-bar by night. The sourdough cinnamon roll was absolutely delicious and our chai tea latte was even better.

It's a very nice aesthetically pleasing cafe, the bathrooms are decorated beautifully. My family and I came in for a nice brunch catchup. Everyone was happy with the food they got, the only issue was that my father had an immediate upset stomach after eating (honestly was probably just drinking coffee on an empty stomach). The lady at the front was nice and knowledgeable about everything they had to offer in the menu!

Okay, I want to start by saying we drove an hour off route on an 11 hour trip just to eat this sandwich again. I'm from PA, where pizza shops are abundant and subs with fresh baked bread are top notch. Italian subs are one of my absolute favorite delights. Now, when I say the Italian sandwich at Belle is stellar, I cannot under emphasize the authenticity of this classic. It's an iconic replication of the standard with class, tact and intention. The sourdough roll/mini baguette is out of this world soft with a nice toasty crust. It seems like the meat is sourced ethically, but maybe I'm making that up for the sake of my own pretentious nature. Then, the hunk of real mozzarella is a delicious touch of mouth watering fat. Top it with the thin sliced reds and a balanced mix of Mayo / oil / vin and pepper relish?! AYFKM?! Pair it with a Mexican Coke and you have an "elevated staple". There I go with the pretentiousness again I want to also acknowledge the incredible staff who made accommodations for us driving a long distance and running really close to closing time. Make sure you get the English muffins, doughnuts, cinnamon rolls... whatever is in the sourdough bakery case, for your mornings after. This place is a true gem and I commend the hearts behind this HEARTH!!!

Coffee was great. Food not so much. Fun friendly environment with some organizational issues. Cinnamon donut tasted like apple? English muffin was awful. Dipped in grease like a donut. Requested toasted with butter and jelly as offered. Paying for the environment, not what is provided.

You can't go wrong with Belle. It's a beautiful little unassuming space with comfortable seating indoors and out. Charlottesville's finest. Love the fresh sourdough, English muffins, avocado toast, cinnamon rolls. Doughnuts! Dinner service--equally amazing.

A frustrating night and not sure we'd go back. We had a reservation for 6:45pm. We arrive and are told our table isn't ready because the party ahead of us are lingering. . No problem. The hostess/waitress comes around to take our drink order and we hang out. 30 minutes later we are seated but still haven't received our drinks. And we're seated at a table for 8 even though our reservation is for 10 people. Two people in our group are late so we've ordered appetizers and they order drinks and appetizers. All our appetizers come and our drinks finally arrive 45 min after we got there minus our friends who are late drinks. We put in our dinner orders and another round of drinks. Our friends still haven't received their first drinks. Our dinners come and our friends still don't have their drinks. The bartender has no clue. An hour after our friends ordered their drinks they finally get their drinks AFTER THEY ASKED where they were. It was clear their drink order hadn't been put in or the bartender didn't see it. I really enjoyed our Brussel sprouts appetizer and sourdough bread appetizer. We got the steak frites and it was fine. Nothing to write home about. Half our party got the butternut squash risotto and there was zero butternut squash in it and the truffle was overwhelming. Our entire table smelled like truffle oil. It took forever to get drink orders. Even though it's a small restaurant it was clear that the bartender could not keep up with the service. They probably need a second bartender. All in all it was meh. Honestly I don't think we'd go back. Belle is open for dinner Wed-Sat.

Fast and friendly service. I ordered the cinnamon doughnut with an iced chai latte and my husband ordered a hot mocha with a cinnamon roll. My iced chai was very good, it actually tasted like chai and not just milk. I thought my doughnut would be hotter than room temp due to cut coming right when it opened but it was just room temp. Overall it was good experience

Best bagel in Charlottesville. Also very cute decor - perfect for date night, brunch, studying, or catching up with friends. Delicious sourdough cinnamon rolls - truly unique!

Food was great. The service was perfect. The ambience was great. They made me feel like a local.

What a gem of a place with some of the best bread and most inventive sandwiches I've had the pleasure of enjoying. Stopping here on my way for a quick breakfast with my group, the service was not only fast, but very accommodating for a carry out order. Rarely do I get paralyzed by choice, but what caught my eye was the smoked whitefish sandwich on brioche and I am SO glad I went with this piece of art. The whitefish was salty and tangy slathered all over the buttery and perfectly toasted brioche. Companions of mine got some donuts and bread as well and WOW - I seriously couldn't get over the donuts and the bread we shared was soft, chewy and didn't even need butter. The cold brew paired so perfectly with our whole meal, and couldn't resist an extra picture out front.

Delicious food and drinks, great setting, friendly service. Will definitely return soon.

Phenomenal food and service. The trout salad sandwich on a croissant was out of this world delicious. The American Breakfast was wonderful, as well and the breads were the best I've ever had. Highly recommend!

Came here for brunch and the staff were really friendly and nice and atmosphere was great. The restaurant itself is a really cool old-school vibe to it. I got the #1 sando and it came out to be just over $13 and I think it was good but nothing special, especially for $13.

Good breakfast food! We visited Belle on an early Sunday afternoon, and it was busy, but we managed to find a table. Belle only takes reservations for dinner and not for breakfast. Another note to keep in mind is that they do not serve their sandwiches on Sundays. Patrons seat themselves and order near the front of the restaurant. There was no music playing (that I could tell), but it was difficult to hear my partner because of the noise generated by the surrounding patrons. I ordered the Belle mushroom and Gruyere omelette. The food was served in under 10 minutes after our order. This omelette was one of the best I have ever tried. The egg was perfectly cooked, and the balance of flavors was excellent. Overall, I would recommend Belle for a fast Sunday breakfast.

Such an amazing meal for dinner tonight at this cute brasserie in Belmont! Landry was a fantastic server. From the Anjou 75cocktail to the Comte and Epoisses with accompaniment's. followed by delicious, perfectly cooked delicate flounder, inventive homemade pasta and lighter modern take on beef bourguignon we were so happy with our choice. The clafoutis dessert was the perfect finishing touch! Everything we had Over the top delicious and all with unique touches ! Easily the best restaurant meal I have had in months!

The food was great! All of their bread is fresh baked so I would recommend their sandwiches. We also ran into their local egg vendor who delivers farm fresh ingredients! The omelet was like nothing I've ever seen before. I would definitely recommend going on a day where you can sit in the outdoor seating and soak in the sun with your meal. My only complaint is that the food took long with only one person in the kitchen on a Wednesday and they weren't able to heat up the focaccia bread I'd ordered in the restaurant. I love that the place is dog friendly though!!!

It's hard to find a good French toast!! Quite often they are beautifully grilled on the outside, only to cut into what turns out to be just dry or flavorless bread. If you are craving really yummy French toast, made the way it's supposed to be made, moist and flavorful, this is the place to go on Sundays for brunch!!! No really!! The scrabbled eggs, bacon and side salad were equally delicious. Belle puts love into making food, especially their sourdough breads! Bravo Belle!!!

My husband and I happened upon this amazing place over the weekend. We were enjoying a few days of much deserved "R&R" in Charlottesville VA. While searching for somewhere to have breakfast we found Belmont Belle. From the moment I walked inside I knew Belle would not disappoint. My husband ordered a Croquet Monsieur Tartine sandwich and I an omelette made with Gruyère cheese and mushrooms. Belmont Belle bakes their own breads and pastries which I can personally attest are beyond delicious. The service was quite good considering how many people were waiting to get a table either inside or out. The ambience is so cozy and inviting. Belmont Belle is a one of a kind little gem that should not be missed by all who visit Charlottesville!

I came here for brunch with my friend. The inside was cute. And the food was amazing. I tried the Cardamom Sugar Donut, the Breakfast Sandwich #2-- Bacon, Cheddar, Folded Egg, and Muffin, and the Belle Benedict with Lox. Everything I tasted was so good. The Cardamom Sugar Donut was fresh baked and yummy. The donut had a nice balance in flavor and was not too sweet. The English muffins were fresh baked, soft, and delicious. The bacon and egg were cooked well, and the cheddar was nice and melted how I like it. The Belle Benedict with Lox was great. The bread was freshly baked and paired nicely with the runny egg to soak up the yolk. And the microgreen salad complimented the dish well to give it more freshness. Overall, I really enjoyed my experience at Belle. The restaurant was cute and lively during my Sunday brunch visit. And the freshly baked bread in the breakfast orders was amazing. In addition, the prices were reasonable, and the meal was fulfilling. It's definitely one of my new go-to brunch spots in the area and I can't wait to come back.

We stumbled upon this gem of a brunch spot while in Charlottesville for a bachelorette trip and it was fabulous! They were quite busy when we arrived, but they were constantly restocking their case of pastries. There was a little bit of a wait on the coffee but the food was relatively quick considering how busy it was. They have indoor and outdoor seating and a nice variety on the menu. I had potentially, the best breakfast sammie of my life, while at Belle. The picture I took, does it absolutely no justice, but I did include it in the review. I ordered the #1 with cheddar and my sister ordered the #6 (at least I think that is what she ordered). My breakfast sammie was filled with generous helpings of sausage and egg. The cheese wasn't overdone and the bread made it feel like I was almost eating a burger. It was a 10/10 experience. If I find myself back in Charlottesville, I will have to come back here bc the food was that great!

Pricey... but worth it. The #5 breakfast sandwich (pork, pimento, pickle, English muffin) is enormous and delicious. Beware if you take it on the run as it is a huge, oily mess to eat. Still figuring out what the delicious green sauce is (someone please enlighten me). As for the baked goods, everything is sourdough-based which can be hit or miss for me. I'm not as big a fan of the famous cinnamon rolls as everyone else in cville, but the donuts are excellent--light and not too sweet. There is plenty of room to sit inside or on the patio but parking can be scarce.

One of the best breakfast sandwiches I've ever had and I've had a ton. Also easily the best English muffin that had ever entered my mouth. The food and ambiance here are Didn't take a point off, but WHY do you open at 9am??? It's late for me even though I'm here on vacation. If I were a local I'd already be at my desk before I could get any of your delicious food.

Here's a local spot that folks from out of town seek out too if they're lucky enough to know about it! Such a quaint area of Belmont within Cville and this bakery is known for sweet and savory treats. It doesn't open until 9a so not for the early risers but that's because they need time to bake all those goodies! I had a warm coffee along with the #1 which is the egg, sausage and cheese sandwich on a brioche bun. It was huge and I think I'd use a fork next time since it was falling all over the place but decadent. Definitely get your $$ worth!! The sausage patty was enormous and jam packed with seasoning, the egg was fluffy but I would have preferred a choice of cheese since I'm not a yellow cheese fan (you wouldn't be either if you ever visited Cabot Creamery in Vermont!). I'm saving the sweets and full breads for my next visit since they have donuts and additional sweet treats too!

Friendly staff. Only drip coffee or cold brew. Wish they had an espresso machine. Bread is top notch. The grilled cheese was not bad. Tomato soup was diluted, it was just ok. Clean bathrooms, parking available, nice place. Maybe I need to try other items. My first time here

Heavenly smell of cinnamon walking through the door. Service was walk up, ample seating, friendly staff. Food was just good, a bit under seasoned and no salt or pepper shakers. Coffee is why I deducted a star. Bitter and tastes like chicory. I put in loads of 1/2 & 1/2 and still threw out half a cup. Hubby felt the same.

Best breakfast sandwiches in town, healthy delicious unique sourdough donuts, amazing barista and coffee selections. Awesome crew too. New tables outside are upgrades.

Went for dinner for the first time (lunch is always fantastic). Loved the ambiance. Service was great and the food was outstanding! The bread is handmade and fresh. The appetizers are unique and really delicious. I got the orzo main plate, and loved it. I like the limited menu, as it allows for chef John and his partners to really bring out the best in what they are offering. Will 100% go back again. Well done!

This place is a hidden gem! It's about one year, and the ambience is so lovely. It has great outdoor seating for those to enjoy when the weather is nice, and plenty of indoor seating as well to be spaced out in the midst of COVID-19. The food is delicious! They have a great selection of bread, pastries, and sandwiches. My friends and I came in the morning, so we ordered several breakfast sandwiches and donuts. Their #1 sandwich was the bodega, which has sausage, American cheese, egg, on a brioche. Was very good! The other sandwich I tried was the prosciutto cotto, seasonal jam, gruyere on an english muffin. The jam was delicious, and was a nice balance of sweet and savory. The pastries also looked good, and I tried a blueberry donut. It was better than most donuts I had. If I ever visit Charlottesville again, will most definitely be dropping by here!

Immediately greeted by a lovely person and got delicious drinks. So fun. Interesting menu.

This place has a great vibe and food to match. We go probably every weekend but most recently came here to celebrate our engagement over champagne and donuts :)

We were in town visiting our friends and they told us this was the best place for egg sandwiches and they were not wrong at all! I don't think I have ever raved about an egg breakfast sandwich til now!! I got the #3 - avocado, egg, chili paste, iceberg and brioche and holy crap however they make their chili paste it MAKES the whole sandwich. Just so flavorful and delicious. My boyfriend got the #1 bodega without the sausage - american, folded egg, brioche and he said his was also really good!

As an unabashed lover of carbs and a gluten enthusiast, Belle's menu based on naturally leavened breads enthused me. My wife and I finally checked out this place during a recent Friday lunch, and our meal left us thoroughly impressed. We opted for Belle's take on an Italian hoagie for me and a eggplant-tahini sandwich for her. As a Philadelphian, I take my hoagies very seriously and have had many a disappointing sub during my time in the South. Belle's rendition tasted so good I nearly wept. The bread makes the sandwich, and Belle's hoagie roll could go toe-to-toe with the best rendition I've had in Philly and elsewhere. The quality Italian cold cuts, zippy pepper relish, and crisp lettuce and tomato made for a bite that reminded me of home and satisfied immensely. While I'm partial to the hoagie for sentimental reasons, my wife's eggplant sandwich tasted equally good. Hers arrived on crispy yet fluffy focaccia paired smartly with meaty eggplant, chopped eggs, and creamy potato chunks tossed in a deliciously verdant tahini sauce. The sandwich was incredibly messy but offered a punch of flavor on, of course, awesome bread. We ended with a sweet treat in Belle's sourdough cinnamon roll. The roll itself was not too sweet and the sour kick from the ferment played well with the sugary glaze. The base bread was moist and chewy, and thus represented a big improvement from most of the cinnamon rolls we tried prior. The carb feast sat well in our stomachs, a testament to the slow, natural fermentation this place specializes in. My wife and I left this place full and yet eager to return and explore more of the menu. If you're in the mood for sandwiches or quality bread/baked goods, Belle should be your next stop.

Delicious spot for breakfast or hanging with friends. The portions are huge too! We stopped in while in town but I could see myself here a lot if I lived in town. Lots of great outdoor seating too. The staff was wonderful too!

Cute place to stop for an afternoon of getting work/studying done! There is a good variety of indoor and outdoor seating depending on your mood and plenty of outlets inside to plug in your laptop. The drinks can be a little pricey as expected for a small coffee shop, but the food options are more reasonably priced (both breakfast and lunch available). I had an oat milk latte to start off and then the Kale Caesar as a late lunch which was super tasty (heavily dressed and tossed with lots of shredded parmesan plus in-house made croutons). My husband got "The Mother" sandwich which was huuuge and brought his leftovers home. We also shared the Maitake Poppers which were delicious and had a texture similar to tempura/lightly fried calamari. Overall, good experience - can get a little loud for studying but quieter down as the afternoon wore on. I definitely would go back to try out their breakfast and mimosa and wine specials (and the patio once it starts cooling off)!

I tried this place finally! Highly recommend for baked goods and breakfast sandwiches. Can't wait to try everything else. I also had a donut. I'm glad I did take out or I would have gotten another. I ordered online at 10:00 am so I had no trouble getting in and out. I like not waiting.

Had a very bad experience at Belle the other day so unfortunately I will not be going back. I had been looking forward to trying this spot as I had heard great things. When the sandwich that I ordered came out, it was cold and the avocado it had on it tasted rotten (you know that unfortunate taste avocado has when it's just not right...). It also just had what tasted like a cold Sriracha chili sauce squirted all over it. I went up to the lady working the register and showed her my sandwich and explained that the avocado tasted rotten and would it be possible to get something different? She got a man from the kitchen who I assume was the manager and I repeated the predicament to him to which he just stared at me and replied blankly "Well that's too bad," with no sense of sympathy, apology, or customer service. IMO, this is very poor management of a restaurant and I will not be going back and will not be recommending this place. There are too many cafés and bakeries in town to waste another brunch here.

I can't believe how good these breakfast sandwiches are. They must put drugs somewhere in there. Really. You take a bacon, egg, and cheese anywhere, and if Belle makes it, it's the most delicious thing. I don't get it, but I'll take it every weekend. Favorite thing on the menu is the #6 (prosciutto, jam, gruyere), add egg. Boom. Your whole day just got better with one bite of that flavor bomb. There is a bit of a wait, but I would stand in line for an hour for that #6.

So cute and has amazing breakfast & sandwiches. Great place to bring friends and family visiting town.