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Bistro des Amis
Casual French restaurant Houston Bistro des Amis offers fine dining and catering without the high prices associated with bistros. Come as you are, and expect to enjoy comfort foods at this terrific restaurant. Try the weekly 3 course dinner special for only $27.95. Soup or salad, an appetizer, your choice of main entree, and dessert. It's all included. Lunch specials range from $7.95, to 3 courses for $14.95. A la carte menu available. Bring your own wine, or enjoy our wines, beers, and champagnes. Indoor outdoor dining. Wi-Fi available.
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48 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 48 reviews
5 stars
(16)
4 stars
(21)
3 stars
(9)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(34)
- great for outdoor dining(24)
- romantic(24)
- fit for foodies(21)
- special occasion(14)
- great for lunch(11)
Bistro des Amis Reviews List
Review 1 for Bistro des Amis
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
great comfortable patio
Food
(Very Good)
4
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5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Friendly waitress, nice patio, very nice food. This is a favorite neighborhood place for us. Outdoor seating is fully covered so you don't have to worry about an unexpected shower."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Bistro des Amis
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"delicious French classic cuisine. All four of us were very pleased with the bistro-try the prix-fixe for an outstanding value-you can bring your own wine which I would recommend as the wine list is very small. This is a small place-a made over house-so it is casual--try it. Everything was delicious."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Bistro des Amis
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food and service here
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food and service here are always consistently good. When the weather is nice, it is a treat to sit outside on the patio and enjoy your meal. The servers will not rush you and you can really have a relaxing meal."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 4 for Bistro des Amis
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We had dinner--3 of us-- on
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had dinner--3 of us-- on a weeknight; the restaurant was not crowded and while tables on the deck looked inviting, we ate indoors as temps were borderline. We elected to order the from the prix fixe options (appetizer or salad, entre, dessert for $27.99) and had no regrets. Food was very good, well presented, and service was attentive. Wine list a bit on the expensive side. We plan to return and explore the menu. A great neighborhood bistro."
Dined on 04/11/2013
2008
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Bistro des Amis
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent French country cuisine
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent French country cuisine at good price. Ratio price quality is excellent.
Lapin is outstanding, so is the boeuf bourguignon."
Lapin is outstanding, so is the boeuf bourguignon."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 6 for Bistro des Amis
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Tremendous restaurant. Perfect
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Tremendous restaurant. Perfect for a cozy dinner for two."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 7 for Bistro des Amis
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
This is my second visit and
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is my second visit and I come away thinking that it could be so much better. The food is adequate but nothing special. Plate presentation is totally lacking....why does the chocolate crepe get ice cream but not the Nutella one??? The food just looked "lost" on my plate."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2007
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Review 8 for Bistro des Amis
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We had a lovely time at this
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had a lovely time at this restaurant -- there were six people in our group, and the evening was relaxed and lovely and the food was delicious."
Dined on 03/27/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for Bistro des Amis
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
No Service
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
"Food is mediocre at best. Beef tenderloin was very fatty. Service was absolutely horrible. Waiter was rude and didn't provide much of any service. I wouldn't not recommend this restaurant to anyone that has less than 3 hours to eat dinner. Although there is no reason dinner in this run down shack should take more than 1 hour... If you like to sit for long periods of time waiting for mediocre food, you've found the perfect spot. Honestly, I"m not sure how this place is in business."
Dined on 03/21/2013
2012
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Review 10 for Bistro des Amis
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great neighborhood spot with
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
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5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great neighborhood spot with nice patio for sitting outside to enjoy a glass of wine and well made French food."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2010
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for Bistro des Amis
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The staff here is always warm
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The staff here is always warm and inviting. The food is served in generous portions and tastes great. There is no bar service, but they have a nice wine list with great choices or you can BYOW."
Dined on 03/06/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for Bistro des Amis
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
When in Houston, I always
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"When in Houston, I always make it a point to dine at Bistro des Amis. The owner could not be a more welcoming and hospitable person, and always goes above and beyond to make the occasion special. The menu is top-to-bottom classic French bistro, and it is done to perfection. The cassoulet is worth the trip alone! The wine list is a welcome variety of interesting choices. Five stars to Bistro des Amis!"
Dined on 03/06/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 13 for Bistro des Amis
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious food and quaint
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Delicious food and quaint atmosphere, reminiscent of the French countryside."
Dined on 01/31/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 14 for Bistro des Amis
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
"Meh"
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I wouldn't "not" recommend Bistro des Amis but I don't think I would go out of my way to recommend this restaurant. With several good French restaurants in Houston (including one about two blocks away from des Amis) Bistro des Amis needs to take everything up a notch. The entire experiences was "meh". The food was good but not outstanding. The ubiquitous side of julienned veggies was tired and the bread reminded me of the french bread loafs you can buy at the grocery store.
The service was okay but again, not great. The waiter informed us that the restaurant doesn't really have any specials even though the menu mentions several items that are "of the day". The waiter said it was always the same thing. Wine menu is also limited."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2008
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Review 15 for Bistro des Amis
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food was actually outstanding
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was actually outstanding but we gave it 4 stars as my wifes dish was warm at best.
The service started out being excellent but as the night went on we were definitely given the impression that they just wanted us to leave, they started cleaning up around us at 9.30 !"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining
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Review 16 for Bistro des Amis
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Wonderful food, excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Wonderful food, excellent service. Can't wait to return. Quiet, we could actually have a conversation over dinner."
Dined on 02/19/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 17 for Bistro des Amis
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We went on Valentine's Day
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went on Valentine's Day and enjoyed a most excellent duck leg confit, with sweet potato chunks also roasted in the duck fat....over the top delicious. Succulent duck with crispy skin, done just right. The former house turned restaurant is quaint with both indoor and outdoor dining, and is a combination of casual dress with exquisite food....perfect for Houstonians' propensity to dress for hot weather while still wanting a lovely dining experience. It's a bit pricey, but worth it....but not nearly as pricey as, say, Philippe near the Galleria, so a great choice for French fare without breaking the bank altogether."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for Bistro des Amis
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
why does this place exist?
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The total lack of parking is disturbing. I would rate the lunch experience as average in all respects. Nothing stood out in my lunch experience other than it was quiet and offered a good place to have a conversation; but this was likely a result of very few patrons on the day we were there."
Dined on 02/19/2013
2013
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Review 19 for Bistro des Amis
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food and service was good,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food and service was good, but not great or outstanding. There are definitely other French country restaurants in Houston that are better. The atmosphere is very quaint and homey so it would be a good place to go for a quick lunch or brunch on the patio."
Dined on 02/19/2013
2010
Special Features: great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 20 for Bistro des Amis
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nice Valentine's Day Dinner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My wife and I had never had eaten at a French restaurant, so we chose Bistro des Amis ostensibly because of its convenient location. It's located in the Rice Village, which means that you have to deal with traffic, but their valet service helps immensely in this regard. We went on Valentine's Day, so we ordered from their prix fixe Valentine's Day menu. They did a good job of including "representative" French food (e.g., foie gras as an appetizer option, soupe a l'oignon as a second course option, duck confit as an entree option, creme brulee as a dessert option). I ate the more French options, while my wife ate the less French options. Overall, we had a nice introduction to French cuisine on a romantic evening with wonderful service."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for Bistro des Amis
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Bistro des Amis was like finding
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Bistro des Amis was like finding a little piece of Paris in Houston. Loved the food, wine and service.
Look forward to our next visit,
Pat Arnold"
Look forward to our next visit,
Pat Arnold"
Dined on 02/07/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 22 for Bistro des Amis
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Nice place to sit outside
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Nice place to sit outside for lunch and people watch. Excellent staff! Pate' is delish; as is the chicken espallette,chicken cordonblue, veggetable soup and cassoulette.
Reasonable priced wine list."
Reasonable priced wine list."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 23 for Bistro des Amis
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Perfect setting for a quiet dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food in intimate setting with excellent service. The guitar duo on Saturdays is a nice touch. "Nathalie" by Gilbert Becaud brought back long lost memories...Thanks!"
Dined on 01/19/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 24 for Bistro des Amis
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Had a wonderful dinner and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had a wonderful dinner and the service was impeccable. It was my first visit and I will definitely return. I look forward to entertain guests from out of town here."
Dined on 01/22/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Bistro des Amis
Based on the average of (24) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate