Welcome to C’est La Vie
An award-winning, authentic French bakery & café, now with two
locations serving Downtown Sarasota and Lakewood Ranch.
Bûche de Nöel
Order an iconic French Yule Log cake for this year’s holiday parties & special dinners. Choose from 7 varieties, including gluten-free options.
Click below to view the menu and order online for pickup at our Downtown Sarasota or Lakewood Ranch locations.
Or call (941) 961-0111 to place an order!
Available to order now through December 22nd. Allow 3 days for pickup.
They also make a great gift!
Handcrafted with care
Check out Our Menus
Tasting is believing when it comes to the delicious food at C’est La Vie. Choose from our most popular menu items such as our quiche, crepes, salads, and sandwiches made on freshly-baked bread.
Dinner service at our Downtown café is paused for the summer. We will resume in November.
Discover Our Story
C’est La Vie was created as a place to experience the exceptional tastes of France through food, drink, and shared moments. Located in historic downtown Sarasota 1553 Main Street, and with a new café in Lakewood Ranch 9118 Town Center Parkway, we encourage you to stop in, grab a bite from the bakery, or enjoy an authentic French meal in our dining room.