C’est La Vie is an authentic French restaurant, bakery, and café located in University Parkway | Lakewood Ranch area. Myriam and Jean Dandonneau run the first "C’est La Vie !" franchise partnership. C'est la Vie ! offers you a great selection of wine and beer, outdoor and indoor seating like many of the established bistros in France. The french chef Arnaud Wallet is in charge of the cooking and prepare a large variety of traditional dishes : mussels and french fries, beef burgundy, foie gras, snails...etc... Enjoy the taste of authentic French Bistro Cuisine for breakfast and lunch and dinner. Dine outdoors on the patio or in our restaurant. Fresh baked breads and authentic french pastries are available seven days a week from our own bakery. For something different, bring the taste of France to your next event. We offer on-site catering for all types of functions throughout the greater University park area.