In a little red cottage off of West Broad Street, a new creperie is flourishing. With impeccable ambiance, including wait staff dressed as milk maids, Little Falls Cafe certainly charms with its looks. The original structure of the house was built in 1860, now completely renovated while still holding onto its historical appeal.

Upon walking into the Little Falls Cafe, I was met with a bombardment of colorful vintage trinkets, embodying the essence of a cottage in the European countryside. Even the wait staff were dressed to perfection, wearing fluffy skirts and aprons.

However, the service and food failed to live up to its expectations. It took at least 20 minutes for the food to arrive, and the items I ordered hardly exceeded lackluster.

Garden Party Galette – 2/5

This savory crepe was filled with seasonal vegetables, creme fraiche and aged cheddar cheese. I expected a light, flavorful summer galette when I took my first bite; instead it was wet and heavy. I couldn’t bear to take more than a few bites before putting my fork down. The only edible part of this crepe was the plain lettuce placed on top.

Avocado Toast Waffle Special – 4/5

The unique take on avocado toast was arguably the highlight of the Little Falls Cafe menu. The meal featured heart-shaped waffles topped with an abundance of avocado, hard-boiled eggs, herbed creme fraiche and bagel seasoning. The avocado was beautifully light and paired nicely with the light seasoning. It was a perfect summer special, capturing the fun and relaxation of the season.

Little Red Cottage Crepe – 3.5/5

A sweet crepe topped with strawberries and whipped cream, this dessert was a unique take on the classic French recipe. There was a light drizzle of maple syrup, which strays from the traditional serving method of a crepe. Nevertheless, the overall taste and texture were favorable. The locally-grown strawberries were fresh and sweet, complemented by the whipped cream.

Rich, Dark and Handsome Crepe – 3/5

Filled with dark chocolate, salted butter caramel and chopped peanuts, this dessert crepe was another interesting take on a beloved classic. The peanuts added an unpleasant crunchy texture, throwing off the typical melt-in-the-mouth consistency of a crepe. Furthermore, the saltiness of the caramel was a tad overpowering. Despite these flaws, the dark chocolate and caramel blended nicely together, but Little Falls missed the mark on this interpretation of a traditional French treat.

Little Falls Cafe delivers on historical charm and welcoming ambiance. Where it falls, however, is overall food and wait service. With such an emphasis on substance, the quality is ignored. Little Falls Cafe can lure people in with a cute facade and milk maid waitresses, but it would take a great deal of change for me to want to return.