Café le Jardin

Cafe le Jardin: Where Food Dreams Come True (And My Taste Buds Had a Rave Party)

So, there we were, stuck in the endless vortex of birthday dinner decisions. After much contemplation based on posts online about local restaurants , and a few rounds of rock-paper-scissors, we stumbled upon the hidden gem that is Cafe le Jardin in Audubon. A culinary haven with a sous chef straight out of the legendary Porch and Proper (RIP), this place had been on our radar for ages. Note to self: procrastination doesn't pay off when it comes to fantastic food!

We dove headfirst into the Monday magic: a 3-course feast for the delightful price of $35.00. Hold onto your taste buds, folks, because this was no ordinary meal. Our culinary journey began with a shared plate of Moules-Frites—a.k.a. mussels in garlic butter sauce with a sidekick of golden French fries. If only we could have bathed in that garlic butter, but let's not get carried away (or judged by the neighboring tables).

Our 3-course adventure continued with a synchronized order of French onion soup, Hachis-Parmentier (fancy lingo for Beef Shepherd's Pie), and a finale fit for royalty—the Vanilla Cremeaux, aka a vanilla/orange creme brulee. Picture a party in your mouth, and then imagine that party being headlined by the most fabulous flavor orchestra. Spoiler alert: It was that good.

I must confess; I had a momentary desire to smuggle two loaves of their divine bread home. Alas, my conscience and the watchful eyes of the waitstaff prevailed. The place operates on a BYOB policy, so don't forget to bring your own wine—because let's face it, a party in your mouth deserves the perfect sip to accompany it.

Cafe le Jardin is not just a restaurant; it's an experience. Take advantage of their special deals, like the unbeatable 3-for-$35 on Mondays or the Saturday extravaganza of all-you-can-eat cheese for $25. Yes, you read that right—cheese enthusiasts, rejoice! And if you're not a fan of cheese, well, we might need to reassess our chance to ever have a friendship.

Conclusion: In the grand scheme of culinary delights, Cafe le Jardin has secured a spot in my regular rotation. Owned and operated by the geniuses behind June BYOB in Collingswood (a place I'll need to mortgage my soul to visit), this joint is a testament to the fact that good things come to those who wait. My taste buds are eternally grateful, and my wallet is readying itself for the next foodie adventure. Cheers to Cafe le Jardin—where every bite is a step closer to gastronomic nirvana!