If you read the story "3 questions with Monte Smith, restaurateur" on our site last week and wondered what the food at Cafe Monte French Bakery and Bistro in SouthPark might look like, here's a pic for you:

Having never ventured over to this Paris-getaway in South Charlotte, I stopped by to check it out for lunch. The bistro offers al fresco dining with cafe tables that look like they've been plucked from France. With jazzy, slow French music piped through their sound system, you really feel like you just might not be in Charlotte anymore. Take a gander at this beautiful BLT sandwich. Thick slices of sweet brioche toast sandwich together fresh tomato, lettuce, and country bacon, served with a side of mixed greens.

Cafe Monte French Bakery & Bistro

6700 Fairview Road

Charlotte, NC 28210

(704) 552-1116