Chez Fabien

Downtown Gem for Brunch and Cocktails!

Chez Fabien in downtown Grapevine is a hidden gem that never disappoints. The ambiance is charming, the food is top-notch, and the bartender, James, is simply awesome. I highly recommend their espresso martini – it's a game-changer. Whether you're in for brunch or a night out, Chez Fabien is the perfect spot. Don't miss out!

Absolutely amazing! We sat in the back corner booths, a fabulous atmosphere. Staff was well versed with their menu, very helpful. I highly recommend the Wild Mushroom Risotto and Parmesean Truffle Fries!! Know that the portions are HUGE! Would have loved to try their desserts. However, I was way too full. Gonna have to come back. Parking was a but challenging. However, it was expected due to it being New Years Eve. We enjoyed mimosas; pineapple, pomegranate, and a classic orange.

Excellent food and service. Only heads up is that this is a festive, laughing, celebrative, on the loud side restaurant. I would not suggest for romantic meal. My wife loved the scallops. Salads and soups were wonderful. Burger was big and flavorful. We will be back.

We visited this place while shopping on a Sunday. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. The food was spectacular and reasonable in price. The waiter was kind and welcoming. The menu items are diverse and well rounded. I had the French toast and the chicken sandwich. The parking is located behind the restaurant. The area is clean and easy to find. We came back for the chicken and waffles. We highly recommend this place 👌.

Enjoyed my salmon sandwich immensely. Slightly rustic ambiance. Came during the busy lunch rush. I've been once before, for dinner, and they had some delicious options. One in our group that time was someone from France, and he approved of the food. Lovely restaurant. Definitely worth a try.

I would recommend making a reservation if possible when planning to eat dinner at this restaurant. If not, you may be waiting for an hour or longer to be seated. This was our first time dining at this establishment, and it was fantastic! Our server was welcoming, friendly, and ready to recommend dishes for us to try. We had the escargot (so buttery & yummy); Spinach Artichoke Dip (hot & tasty); Filet Mignon; and Shrimp & Chorizo Grits. All of the food was savory, and we did not leave hungry. It was a delectable experience and our taste buds we were very satisfied.

January 11th, 2024
Popped in at almost closing time and we still were greeted with warm hospitality.
I requested a not-on-the-menu personal favorite libation and the bartender made it perfectly....... On-the-menu I had a Very Excellent martini! Enjoyed the Wonderful live entertainment.
Can't wait to return for a meal.

Loved it! The food was great, staff was friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was both beautiful and felt cozy. We were seated in the back in booths, but the front was a little busier.
You can order in and eat from their menu or go to the bakery side and order coffee and pastries. We bought different flavors of croissants to bring home. They were all fantastic. I enjoyed the almond croissant the most.

It can be a bit loud sitting inside as everyone is talking over the other tables around them. The service is always good and the food is great. Try the chicken and waffles and the grill cheese and tomato basil soup, and a cronut is a must before you leave!

This was my first time visiting this restaurant. We were in town to see the "Christmas Capital of Texas" (Grapevine) events on a Sunday afternoon. We were fortunate to get a a table for two without a reservation. They were very crowded, but several reservations had not shown, so we were able to take one of their reserved tables. We ordered French Onion Soup, Tomato Basil Soup with G-F Toast, Wedge Salad with Ranch Dressing, and a French Dip with potato chips. We ordered an Arnold Palmer (Lemonade/Tea) and water to drink. Armando R. was our server. He was excellent. I would highly recommend this restaurant for any meal. They offer a breakfast menu all day. Their menu has so many options to choose from: soups, salads, sandwiches, hamburgers, crepes, fish and chips, among other favorites. Their dessert menu is extensive with a g-f option, the bombe. They have a bakery attached to the restaurant, as well. The atmosphere was definitely French inspired from the velvet booth seats to the French artwork featured on the wall. There is also a full bar for those wanting to stop in for a drink. Quite the vibe, amazingly good food for the most hard to please, and great staff. What are you waiting for? A must for your bucket list if you are in town visiting Grapevine.

I enjoyed my 'me' time by visiting this cute, small medium-sized restaurant without looking for it through the local reviews but to see how busy it was for a Sunday morning around 11 am! I also observed that they offered Brunch and it was getting busier by the minute so I decided to seat outside and order my delicious breakfast with a large coffee! It won't disappoint you, it is a must-visit when you are in the historical area of Grapevine, TX✨

Wow this is my new favorite place! Went for breakfast and the food was incredible. They also have espresso that tasted amazing! We sat at the bar and the bartenders were welcoming and gave great service! Cozy intimate atmosphere with really cute lighting. Highly recommend! Will be going back for dinner!

Fantastic brunch spot. We went to the waterpark nearby and wanted a great breakfast on our way out of town. Their food hit the spot. Our family had the waffles, salmon eggs Benedict, and el Parisian. All were great. We didn’t order any cocktails but many people in the cafe had them and they all looked great. I had the lavender latte and loved it. Definitely a go-to day lace if you’re in the area. You can also order grab and go handheld foods like croissants and tarts. We took a variety of croissants home. My fav was the almond and my husband liked the raspberry.

The desserts at this place were absolutely delicious! My sisters and I all got different treats and we annihilated all of them in seconds.

If I lived close, I’d be tempted to be a regular. The person who helped us was also very sweet and patient which I appreciate as well.

It is a cute little place which has a good atmosphere. We started our dinner with shrimp & calamari which was good and plenty to share between two people. For our entree, we had Duck Confit and Mussels&Fries with two sides, bacon mac&chesse and risotto with wild mushrooms. Everything was so great. Duck Confit dish contains both duck breast which came out medium rare and duck leg which was fully cooked and fell off the bone, Yummy! Risotto was so rich, just one bite and I was so happy with it.

Beautiful atmosphere. The food was overall very good. The kids also enjoyed their chicken and fries, which was very well seasoned and homemade (not frozen precooked/warmed up). They had wine available from the local wineries as well. For dinner, we had the Traditional French Onion Soup, Duck Confit, Short Ribs Beef Bourguignon and the kids enjoyed the Fried Chicken Bites with fries. We added a great dessert Strawberry Romanoff Crêpe which was amazing (sorry for the shadows!).

We will definitely be going back!

We love this place. I’ve been a few times and really enjoy their live music on the weekends and staff is friendly. I’ve only gone for late night cocktails and some appetizers. Highly recommend the espresso martini.

Great place to sit and relax around the area. The service was exceptional, staff was friendly, atmosphere felt warm, and yes food was delicious.

Omg, they have the best quiche I've tasted in a while. That slice was beyond thick, soft and flavorful. The salad that came with it, was also full of flavor which caught me off guard. It was soo much, I couldn't finish the quiche, which I was a little sad about.
This was a business lunch and it's pretty cozy inside. Lights are dimmed, so it makes you feel relaxed. Waiter was very attentive as well.

I can’t complain about anything at Chez Fabien. The service was excellent and the food simply outstanding. The steak I ordered was cooked to perfection, perfectly seasoned and melt in my mouth good! This was my first visit, but I’ll be back.