You know that little french bistro
in your dreams?
well, now it's in lafayette.

RÊVE is not that snooty, splurge-on-your-anniversary kind of French restaurant. Au contraire.

This is your classic, everyday neighborhood French bistro. That kind of cozy little place you’d imagine in Saint Michel or Saint Germain. Not smack dab in the middle of the 'burbs. But lucky for you, that’s exactly where 5-star chef Paul Magu will be paying homage to the French comfort food that he fell in love with as a boy growing up in Paris. We’re talking authentic French onion soup. Steamed mussels. Steak frites. Cassoulet. And don’t forget dessert …

Come to dinner and you’ll feel like a guest in Paul and Laura Magu-Lecugy’s home. (Yes, kids are welcome. And no, you don’t have to dress up.) Stop by for an apéritif and a little pâté on your way home from work. Or an espresso and seasonal tarte after the movies.

Whatever you order, it comes with a side of joie de vivre.

Awards: Michelin Recognition 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 / "Best French Restaurant East Bay" - Readers Choice East Bay Times ( 2018 - 2024 ) / 2024 “Best French Fries” - Reader’s Choice East Bay Times / 2022 “Most Unforgettable 50 Restaurants of the East Bay - Mercury News / ” Most Romantic Restaurant East Bay (runner up 2022) - Diablo Magazine / Diners Choice - Open Table (2017 - 2023) / Top 50 Restaurants East / South Bay - Mercury News (Sept 2019)

Due to our limited seating capacity, reservations for tables made before 7:15 will have a second (or third!) seating. The table will be re-booked and needed for other guests. If you like to linger, please book after 7:15 pm or call for your reservation.

Reservation types: indoor seating = standard table /// outdoor = clear heated enclosed tent in our beautifully landscaped & art filled garden patio.

Please call the restaurant directly if you have specific needs regarding your reservation. (925) 385-0793

Due to limited availability, we can not accommodate all special requests.

Small Parisian feeling dining room. Photo: Cody Pickens

Reservations accepted by phone or through open table 5 - 8:30 Tuesday - Saturday

Someone is available to take your call after 2:00 PM Tuesday - Saturday. (925) 385-0793. Please do not email for food & reservation requests. Email / Phone are not checked on Sundays & Mondays

We are able to accommodate groups of up to 8 people

For groups of 9-14, please see our private parties page.

“Champagne! In victory one deserves it, in defeat one needs it.” Napoleon Bonaparte

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