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Bistro Garden at Coldwater
Descibed by Zagat as a "classic garden-like setting,The Bistro Garden is modeled after a European Wintergarden with 30 foot ceiling, glass latticework and expansive skylights. Piano entertains nightly in the bar area.
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68 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 68 reviews
5 stars
(41)
4 stars
(18)
3 stars
(5)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(2)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(48)
- neighborhood gem(39)
- romantic(38)
- fit for foodies(30)
- good for groups(22)
- great for brunch(14)
Bistro Garden at Coldwater Reviews List
Review 1 for Bistro Garden at Coldwater
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Mother's Day Brunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My parents and I went here for Mother's Day brunch on Sunday. We were very impressed by the whole experience. There have been many times when we've gone out for a holiday and the service or food have been mediocre. That was not the case here. Our waiter was friendly and accommodating. We were not rushed through our meal. The food was fantastic and reasonable priced, as well. The three of us agreed that we'd come back here again and are curious to try their dinner as well."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 2 for Bistro Garden at Coldwater
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Mothers day Brunch here
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Amazing restiarnt, great vibe, great service. Perfect for mothers day brunch"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 3 for Bistro Garden at Coldwater
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Accomodated our group of six on short notice on a Friday night. Attentive staff, great food in classy environment. Couldn't ask for more than that."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 4 for Bistro Garden at Coldwater
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Best occasion restaurant in The Valley. Love the live piano music! Food is delicious and served beautifully. Decor makes you think that you are eating on a patio in Europe. Just lovely!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 5 for Bistro Garden at Coldwater
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Classic and a Favorite
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Bistro Garden has been one of my favorites for many years. It has a beautiful ambiance - like being in a garden with plants and twinkle lights. The bar has the world's best Greyhounds, made only with freshly squeezed grapefruit juice, and a great cocktail menu. The service is always excellent - you are never rushed, nor are you looking around wondering what happened to your waiter. Live music is provided by a great pianist who plays classics, standards and Broadway. Very pleasant, never intrusive.
Mauricio, the maitre d', is warm and welcoming.
We've always treated Bistro Garden like an "occasion" restaurant, but we've decided to visit more frequently. We'll just have a drink and appetizers and listen to the music."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 6 for Bistro Garden at Coldwater
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I enjoyed my lunch at the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I enjoyed my lunch at the Bistro yesterday. It was a belated Birthday lunch. The service,ambiance,food could not have been better. Everyone including (Maurice or Greg) are always so welcoming. Great Day. Thank you. Paula Carpenter
Please let the restaurant know how great the day was"
Dined on 04/15/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 7 for Bistro Garden at Coldwater
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
lovely room, wonderful piano
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"lovely room, wonderful piano music, great food and service"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2010
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 8 for Bistro Garden at Coldwater
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This is the 2nd year in a
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is the 2nd year in a row we came here for the Easter Brunch and we'll be back next year too. Excellent place in all aspects!"
Dined on 03/31/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for Bistro Garden at Coldwater
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
where is the love
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Went for a 90th Birthday dinner & the service was very spotty & even though we were assured that the restaurant would setup some neat things, etc they did nothing & we even had to remind them it was a birthday!
Food was ok, but again nothing to write home about
Considering that this was supposed to be the most beautiful restaurant in the San Fernando Valley, again we did not think so.
Food was ok, but again nothing to write home about
Considering that this was supposed to be the most beautiful restaurant in the San Fernando Valley, again we did not think so.
We would never go back !"
Dined on 03/19/2013
2009
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Review 10 for Bistro Garden at Coldwater
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The perfect restaurant for
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The perfect restaurant for a business lunch! I always forget how beautiful this restaurant is and how amazing the service is...if you want to impress, bring your favorite client here for lunch."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2009
Special Features: romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 11 for Bistro Garden at Coldwater
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
It is always a pleasure to
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It is always a pleasure to dine here--great service, food and wonderful piano music."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 12 for Bistro Garden at Coldwater
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Had a duck l'orange special
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had a duck l'orange special as my entree, and it was the best duck I've had in a long time. Everything was excellent."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2004
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for Bistro Garden at Coldwater
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
the food was awful. will never
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"the food was awful. will never go back."
Dined on 02/27/2013
2005
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Review 14 for Bistro Garden at Coldwater
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We brought my mother here
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We brought my mother here to celebrate her 84th birthday. What a fantastic night. The service was extraordinary, the food was absolutely amazing. The whitefish is the best I've ever had, the tuna tartar is divine and the beet and burata salad was impeccable. Follow that with the most perfect chocolate souffle ever!! Definitely our favorite restaurant. A huge thank you to everyone for making the night a magical celebration."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for Bistro Garden at Coldwater
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Absolutley no service
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I typically do not write reviews about restaurants, but this was one of this worst dining experiences I have had. My boyfriend and I ate here becasue we were given a gift card. The food was ok, nothing to write home about but the service was AWFUL. The hosstess never gave us menus, our waiter never checked on us, and we had to flag him down to order. We had to stop the manager and other servers in order to order a bottle of wine, order our food, return the wrong drinks, and to get our check. We had spoken with the manager to tell him how poor the service was and he was slighlty applogetic but did nothing to remedy the situation. We spoke with our server to tell him how disappointed we were and he didnt appear to care at all."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2006
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for Bistro Garden at Coldwater
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Beautiful room, but not much else.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I think the gorgeous space is what's keeping Bistro Garden afloat, because it isn't the food or the service. You can get a very similar meal at Cafe Bizou for nearly half the price. However, the setting at Bistro Garden is worth experiencing once."
Dined on 02/25/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for Bistro Garden at Coldwater
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A lovely evening at Bistro Garden
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The presentation of the food was lovely. The taste of the lamb chops and veal chop of among the best we have eaten. Service was warm, friendly and excellent. The main dinning area is like a huge garden area, hence the name. We are looking forward to a return very soon."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2011
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for Bistro Garden at Coldwater
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Always reliable in quality
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Always reliable in quality of food and service.
Great European vibe to the restaurant."
Great European vibe to the restaurant."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 19 for Bistro Garden at Coldwater
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I HAVE BEEN TO THE BISTRO
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I HAVE BEEN TO THE BISTRO GARDEN MANY TIMES AND THIS TIME ON VALENTINES DAY WITH A GROUP OF FRIENDS. THE ATOMOSPHERE IS VERY SPECIAL AND ROMANTIC. DIM LIGHTING, HIGH CEILINGS WITH TINY LIGHTS IN THE TREES AS IF YOU WERE OUTDOORS. SOFT PIANO PLAYING IN THE BACKGROUND. THE SERVICE WAS GOOD EVEN ON VALENTINES DAY. WE ORDERED FROM A PRE FIXED MENU. THE BEEF WELLINGTON WAS EXCELLENT, AND THE SALMON WAS GREAT AS WELL. THEY HAVE GREAT CHOCOLATE SOUFFLE FOR DESSERT WHICH WAS DEVINE. THEY ARE GENERALLY VERY CONSISTENT WITH THEIR FOOD AND SERVICE AND IT IS ONE OF THE FEW RESTAURANTS RUN WITH MUCH CLASS AND ELEGANCE LIKE FANCY RESTUARANTS USED TO BE. GOOD MEAL, GOOD SERVICE, AND A GREAT PLACE TO TAKE SOMEONE SPECIAL."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 20 for Bistro Garden at Coldwater
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Solid upscale dining experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Solid upscale dining experience for the Valley.. The food was good, and the room is lovely. The service was quick and efficient, but maybe a bit too mechanical..."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for Bistro Garden at Coldwater
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This is an exellent restaurant.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This is an exellent restaurant. I also had my daughters wedding their and it worked
out very well. Great Ambience. I will go again, great food for lunch and dinner. The
service was exellent. The souffle for dessert was great."
out very well. Great Ambience. I will go again, great food for lunch and dinner. The
service was exellent. The souffle for dessert was great."
Dined on 02/10/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 22 for Bistro Garden at Coldwater
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had a lovely evening...very
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a lovely evening...very good food...wonderful service..ambience very romantic..little noisy, but happy to see them doing good business."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2010
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 23 for Bistro Garden at Coldwater
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My husband and I have been
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My husband and I have been here on several occasions and each and every time we enjoyed our dining experience. Excellent service and the salads are amazing so far I have tried the shrimp and crab salad as well as the filet mignon salad both are quite tasty."
Dined on 01/28/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 24 for Bistro Garden at Coldwater
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Okay place for a Sunday Brunch
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had brunch last Sunday. The food was okay. My steak was overcooked. I ordered medium rare and it came well done and pretty tough for a filet mignon. It was seasoned well. My wife had the eggs Benedict with salmon and she said it tasted good. The service was great and so was the ambiance."
Dined on 01/27/2013
2008
Special Features: great for brunch, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Bistro Garden at Coldwater
Based on the average of (44) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
1 out of 1 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate