A rare gem in Raleigh: French cuisine at its finest.
(919) 518-9432
6112 Falls of the Neuse Rd
Raleigh,
NC
27609
35.866
-78.6204
Neighborhood: North
Hours:
Tue-Sat 11am-2pm
Tue-Thu 5:30pm-9:30pm
Fri-Sat 5:30pm-10:00pm
Saint-Jacques
Last updated 9.23.09
What People Are Saying About Saint-Jacques
The Owner
Saint-Jacques
Owner
Names TOP 50 RESTAURANTS in U.S. by Open Table Diners. Voted "Best French restaurant" Metro Magazine 2008 & 2007. Founded and Operated by Lil and Lori Lacassagne, Saint Jacques restaurant is the only true French restaurant to be operated by French born and with a vast majority of French speaking employees in the Triangle. Our culinary style and offerings are easy to enjoy. We do not hide basic flavors of the fresh item with over powering sauces or other ingredients. Everything on your plate is there for a reason, and the great wines we serve will marry these dishes. We want to enhance…
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – French gourmands can indulge in fabulous food at this elegant little restaurant in North Raleigh. Owned by restaurateur Lil Lacassagne, Saint-Jacques offers a menu full of French delights--including coq au vin, bouillabaisse and aioli--but the desserts and carefully selected wine list may be the true secrets to a memorable meal. This is the perfect restaurant to celebrate a special occasion or to spark a new romance--just be sure to reserve a table before you go.
10/23/09
WE LOVE THE FRENCH!!!
by goheels2
I just want to say, I LOVE this place. It was my first time for my girlfriend and I trying French food and it was my birthday. First thing you notice is how quaint the place looks and feels. We were greeted and seated promptly when we came in and the matre'd was very nice. The service was very good. We never had an empty glass or unwanted plates/silverware just sitting on the table. Someone was always coming by filling up the water glasses or asking was everything OK especially the owner. He and his wife are from France and they take great pride in what they do. He was a sweet man. Our server was very cool and she made great recommendations. I choose this place because it sounded interesting and my girlfriend and I love to try new places/foods. I made a really good choice. One of the features we loved was the grapefruit sorbet they gave as a palate cleanser. If we could eaten more of that we would have. It was really good. The food portions are just the right size so you can save room for dessert. Glad we did. I had the lemon burlee tart and my girlfriend had the apple tatain. Excellent!!! It was a wonderful ending to a great meal and experience. We will be coming back!!
- Pros: The Food Was Fabulous!!!
- Cons: They spoil you rotten!!
10/10/09
A Wonderful Place to experience!!!
by GorgeousFlyy
I ate at this restuarant tonight and was so excited to come home and write this review. I allowed them to pick their most recommended wines and meals to serve me and boy was I in for a treat! I was served a wonderful wine which married the meal and left my mouth completely and utterly satisfied. the Appetizers and Entrees were delicious. Please DO NOT make a mistake by ignoring this place because of its outer appearance once you come inside you will forget where you are at. The staff is wonderful and knowledgible. The owner personally greeted me and my date and I must admit the personal touch was well worth the price on the check! I look forward to eating here again
- Pros: atmosphere, flavor and service
- Cons: none
12/21/08
La cuisine est tres bonne!
by libbykins4
I recently visited Saint Jacques with friends and the experience was lovely. Amongst us, we ate 8 different dishes, all beautifully prepared. The wine list was lovely, all French, thank God. It is frustrating that so many "French" restaurants in the area don't even have a Chateauneuf-du-Pape on their wine list. Also impressive, the service. The server was polite, but never insinuated herself more than necessary at the table. She provided the mis-en-place quietly and without ever disturbing the guests. It was like everything you needed for the meal was simply there whenever you needed it. The owner, I assume, was always available. He touched the table several times throughout the evening to make sure everything was perfect, and he was very kind, never pretentious. I appreciated an evening well spent, and I will dine at Saint Jacques again in the future. Anyone who posts a negative review, in my opinion, is simply not someone meant to appreciate such a fine dining experience.
- Pros: Attentive owner, excellent service, and fantastic food
- Cons: This beautiful restaurant deserves a better location.
The Details on Saint-Jacques
Message from Saint-Jacques
- We offer wine dinners
- Authentic French cuisine
- Cooking Classes
Names TOP 50 RESTAURANTS in U.S. by Open Table Diners. Voted "Best French restaurant" Metro Magazine 2008 & 2007.
Founded and Operated by Lil and Lori Lacassagne,
Saint Jacques restaurant is the only true French restaurant to be operated by French born and with a vast majority of French speaking employees in the Triangle.
Our culinary style and offerings are easy to enjoy. We do not hide basic flavors of the fresh item with over powering sauces or other ingredients. Everything on your plate is there for a reason, and the great wines we serve will marry these dishes. We want to enhance the flavors, awaken the delicate without destroying the subtle. While we dedicate and commit ourselves to value and care for your health, our truest mother concern remains, "Look, listen, smell and please enjoy yourself".
"Thank you for enabling me to express my life passion"
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