La Tartine French Bistro Cafe — Restaurant in Colorado Springs

So we used to come here all the time, hadn’t for over a year and decided to bring family who were in town for breakfast and had a horrendous experience…

Initially I asked for a rag to wipe down a dirty high chair for our toddler, and the cashier just seemed really annoyed and then brought me back a clean rag with literally nothing on it. I asked for something to actually clean it with (as it had gross food bits all over it) and he brings back a bottle of windex. I ended up using soapy water from the bathroom to clean it up. Next he brings us the hot chocolates we ordered, but they were in those plastic soda cups which are #1 plastic meant for iced drinks which are NOT heat safe as it melts and leaches chemicals when heated. The bottoms were already warping when he brought them over. I bring them back and ask for them in regular coffee to go mugs, proceed to explain why and again, he just seems annoyed.

When we got the breakfast we ordered there were a multitude of things wrong with our order. The croissant sandwich had bacon instead of ham, the mixed fruit had run out so they gave us all cantaloupe, and two orders were missing scrambled eggs. We asked another employee for a refund and after waiting thirty minutes with no response we decided to leave as it was incredibly frustrating even trying to explain all the things that had gone wrong with our dining experience.

As we were leaving we saw an employee bringing in individually wrapped muffins and I think it is safe to say that most of what you are consuming here is not homemade, nor french, or fresh. The customer service is poor, the coffee tasted burnt, and judging by the cleanliness and reaction to asking for a clean place to sit- I seriously doubt they follow proper sanitation protocols. Super disappointing as this used to be a favorite breakfast place of ours, I don’t think we will be...

If you are looking in particular for a great breakfast, lunch or brunch place... Come here to this secret tucked away marvell ! I can't believe I forgot how big this place was..... Perfect fur a ladies luncheon or just a gathering for friends regardless of gender. The portions are generous... The costs are average for French cuisine in the area... The food is really tasty. I have come here (about an hour away)just for their French Onion Soup which is the best in Colorado Springs... I am not exaggerating.. It is so thick, rich and flavorful that it could stand on its own even without the crazy awesome melted cheese on top. Not too salty AT ALL (I don't eat much salt so I can say that with confidence) and generous with the onions. They have an excellent selection of pastas and sandwiches but I am the biggest fan of their SALADS. Try the Tartine Salad... It is a tall salad with, if you can imagine, a colorful pie chart display of finely chopped abacus, beets, chicken, cheese, tissues, bacon, etc and drizzled with vinagarette (or whatever YOU want I suppose)...it comes with a typical French Roll... Crusty on the outside but soft and fluffy on the inside... Break that roll apart and lop on the butter... eat some but save some for soaking up the last couple tablespoons of soup goodness. I was pleasantly full. And had JUST enough for a Key Lime Pie Bite. 3 bites of the pie bite was the perfect size treat. Check out the French pastries and daily made bread.... You shouldn't leave empty handed....drag out your La Tartine experience and take something home! I can't help but think this is a great place for a bridesmaid brunch!!! They NEEF to post their hours on the door.. I have missed them several times, had friends say they missed them, and have seen others miss them as well.... Folks are spontaneous...

My most favorite food choice is La Tartine’s French Onion soup! I don't eat grains, so the croutons are eliminated, so I ask for double the cheese--my favorite part! It's delicious and filling for me. Several of my girlfriends enjoyed their omelette plates. This is a place my girlfriends and I go to on Sundays for lunch. Since I returned from an extended time away from home recently, the place is buzzing and become more popular...with line-ups out the door, especially Sundays. But customers are quickly processed and it doesn't take too long to have meals served...service is prompt! I've been out of town for about 6 months and, when I returned, I was pleasantly surprised that the "word" has gotten around to folks in Colorado Springs that this is definitely a place to go to. The decor reminds me somewhat of a Pariseinne café [I've lived in Montréal & been to France!] with elegance yet simple which adds to the "french" ambience of the place...in my humble opinion! Since being away, I guess I was so taken up with the delightful decor [& added tables/chairs!] changes to the place and the chit-chat my friends were having that I didn't even notice IF there was any music in the background! ;) My experience is that the wait staff we've had were pleasant, engaging, and went over and beyond to make sure our group was completely satisfied with our food. We all sooo loved the food offerings, ambience, and service that this place will continue to be one of our favorite "eating out" places!...