28847 Fri Apr 16 00:00:09 -0700 2004 3 1 San Francisco Bay Area 0 121321 I'm looking for a good french restaurant in Santa Clara - doesn't have to be fancy. A casual cafe would be perfect - something that would serve croque monsieur, perhaps? thank you! Fri Apr 16 00:00:09 -0700 2004 0 merry 1 121325 We've had two excellent meals at Brigitte's on Saratoga in Santa Clara. The owner is a nice french woman who often visits tables to chat with diners. The cuisine is more french-mediterranean than pure french, and I could really notice the fresh seasonal ingredients both times we went. Their website (http://www.brigittescuisine.com/) has the menu, which changes often, but right now it includes a croque madame in the lunch menu (ask if they can hold the egg for a croque mr.) I'll see if I can find my post, but you can also read the reviews on their website. Link: http://www.chowhound.com/topics/show/24378#94909 Fri Apr 16 00:52:11 -0700 2004 121321 0 Alice Ringer 2 121370 Thanks for your posts. The review of Brigitte's was most helpful! Fri Apr 16 16:53:55 -0700 2004 121325 0 merry 1 121353 Well, it's great for people watching and perfect for a Spring Day- you might want to try the crepe kiosk in Santa Row...I think they're tasty and in addition have great dessert crepes! Happy Eating! Erin Fri Apr 16 14:36:31 -0700 2004 121321 0 Erin