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Belfry Inne and Bistro Reviews List

Belfry Inne and Bistro

Set like a jewel in the heart of historic Sandwich Village, Cape Cod, the Belfry Inne & Bistro beams its warm welcome. The Belfry Bistro is set in a former church; an architectural masterpiece. Soaring ceilings,sumptuous decor, glorious stain-glass, and imaginative interior. Offering fine New American cuisine set in a one of a kind setting. The menu changes frequently and represents New England local seasonal offerings. Cape Cod casual attire is welcomed.
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37 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.6 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.6 / 5
(37 Reviews)
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Rating Breakdown 37 reviews
5 stars
(23)
4 stars
(13)
3 stars
(1)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
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Food 
4.6 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.6 / 5
Service 
4.5 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.5 / 5
Ambiance 
4.5 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.5 / 5
Noise Level
1.6 / 3
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • special occasion(24)
  • romantic(23)
  • fit for foodies(22)
  • neighborhood gem(21)
  • notable wine list(11)
  • scenic view(6)
Belfry Inne and Bistro Reviews List
Review 1 for Belfry Inne and Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Special treat for restaurant week

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Dined on 5/17/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"My husband and I have tried on two previous occasions to have dinner at the Belfry Inn, and both times we needed to cancel our reservations. This time we finally made it there and we were so pleased with the service, the food and the ambience. My husband had the Mussels as his appetizer, and the salmon entree...served with baby bok choy and pea flan,; I had the grilled hanger steak, wild rice and broccoli, after starting with a deliscous bowl of clam chowder. We are looking forward to a repeat visit."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 2 for Belfry Inne and Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

An amazing experience

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
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"Mother's day options can be limited & mundane. NOT the case at the Belfry Inne & Bistro. The wonderfully restored old church setting set a peacful, relaxing tone. The menu was varied & enticing. Making a choice was hard, to say the least. The options made it possible for us to let our more elderly mothers have lots of choices that met their dietary restrictions & desires. Service was great. The Server was a lovely young woman who toild us the history of the Bistro & was so friendly and accommodating. Desert, oh my, was it good. We ordered 4 deserts & shared them. The Mousse Trio was heavenly, the Cherry desert was delectable and the Brulee was so smooth & tasty without being too sweet. Overall, an amazing Mother's Day meal."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, scenic view, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 3 for Belfry Inne and Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Character

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Dined on 5/08/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This former Catholic church still has the warm church feel but a vibrant personality"
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for Belfry Inne and Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food was very good, however, the maitre d' sat me and my elderly mother at a table in the bar area, when there were obviously tables for 2 available in the main room, since other people, who came after us, were seated there. So my mother had to climb up and down steps and it was too noisey in the bar area. It wasn't very convenient nor accomodating."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 5 for Belfry Inne and Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Another great night at the Belfry

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Dined on 5/03/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Pam and I were so happy to be back at our favorite Sandwich haunt. Fantastic .... As always.. DrT"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 6 for Belfry Inne and Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

A gem on the Upper Cape.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Although we are nearby residents, we had missed this gem. The Scallop plate was superb and the Swordfish above average. The calamari appetizer was prepared perfectly and with a very attractive presentation as were the entres. The ambiance is lovely with the chapel motif maintained, and live dinner music by a piano player. Last but not least, my martini (Gibson) was generous and perfectly chilled."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 7 for Belfry Inne and Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful, unique restaurant.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Wonderful, unique restaurant. The food is superb! Nice, friendly waitstaff."
Dined on 04/25/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 8 for Belfry Inne and Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The food and service were

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Quiet
Quiet
"The food and service were very good. Portion was a good size, filled me up and no room for dessert. We dined indoors, as it is still cold outside. The dinning area is great...stone walls, high ceilings, stained glass. If you're in the area and looking for a nice dinner out I'd definitely check out the Bistro."
Dined on 04/18/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 9 for Belfry Inne and Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Always a superb dining experience.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Always a superb dining experience."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 10 for Belfry Inne and Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The Belfry never dissapoints.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The Belfry never dissapoints. Always new and creative cuisine. Great cocktails, imaginative entrees and fair prices. 1 App, 2 Cocktails, 2 Entrees and 1 Dessert = $124 (includes just over a 20% tip). So it's not really more expensive than any other up-scale restaurant in the area (which IMHO is hurting for up-scale creative cuisine)."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Belfry Inne and Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We always enjoy the Belfry;

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We always enjoy the Belfry; the food is always delicious and well-prepared and well-presented. We had a very personable waitperson, Lynn, who made the meal extra enjoyable."
Dined on 04/05/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for Belfry Inne and Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food and the staff were

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food and the staff were fabulous. In our group of 5 everyone loved their appetizer, entree and dessert."
Dined on 03/29/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for Belfry Inne and Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I came here after getting

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I came here after getting married for a nice weekend getaway from the noisy city. It was perfect, so relaxing and beautiful. The customer service was excellent, they made sure that we were taken care of in every way possible. The food was also amazing with the nice piano music in the background. That Sat we rented bikes and did 20miles on the canal bike trail and around the town in general. It was a tad bit chilly because of the time of year but that made it all the special because it was so intimate and private. It surpassed my expectation and I plan to come here for my yearly anniversary getaway."
Dined on 03/29/2013
 2013
Special Features: great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 14 for Belfry Inne and Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

one of the better Cape Cod

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"one of the better Cape Cod restaurants we've tried (we haven't had any luck finding really good food on the Cape...). bland bread, bland lentil soup and over-sauced fish entrees countered by very fresh ingredients, PERFECT green beans and wonderful desserts. in Boston, this would be a decent choice, but on the Cape, it's way above average."
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for Belfry Inne and Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A wonderful and memorable

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Quiet
Quiet
"A wonderful and memorable evening. Everything, surroundings, piano player, food and drinks were terrific. Can't wait to go back. A beautiful restaurant."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for Belfry Inne and Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

This is he second time I have

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This is he second time I have been here. It was better than the last time. The food was really good and we sat in front of the fireplace. The service was friendly, but not imposing. It was a great dining experience. I wouldn't travel far for this. But, once in the area, I wold do it again. The piano man was a great plus. You don't see that very often, anywhere."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 17 for Belfry Inne and Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food was excellent. Service

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Quiet
Quiet
"Food was excellent. Service started off great then our waiter was missing for long periods of time. Had to get our own steak knives, salt, pepper, second requests for drinks, etc. He may have had too many tables; don't know. Overall we loved the Bistro and would go back again."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2009
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Review 18 for Belfry Inne and Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had a great evening, my

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We had a great evening, my wish to have a table at the fireplace was accommodated and since we had the earliest reservation (5 pm) we had the entire restaurant to ourselves before the other patrons arrived. Our server was helpful in explaining the menu choices and very attentive without being intrusive"
Dined on 02/27/2013
 2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 19 for Belfry Inne and Bistro
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Wonderfully unique surroundings

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Wonderfully unique surroundings and excellent food. Nice wine selection. Seafood cooked perfectly with nice accompaniments. Dessert was inventive and quite good. Would definitely recommend."
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 20 for Belfry Inne and Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This was one of the best dinners

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"This was one of the best dinners we have had in a long time--everything was fabulous. The food was great, the wine was amazing, and the service was excellent! The restaurant is in an old church, and it was quite charming; it might be noisier in the summer when it is more crowded, but off season it is a treasure!"
Dined on 02/17/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for Belfry Inne and Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We have been to the Belfrey

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We have been to the Belfrey many times and it never disappoints. I have recommended the Belfrey to friends who are now frequent customers."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 22 for Belfry Inne and Bistro
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Consistently Excellent!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We spent Valentine's Day at the Belfrey Inn and Bistro and loved it, as usual. We are frequent guests and the experience is always wonderful. Our filet mignon was outstanding, and every detail of the meal was perfect. Thanks so much for a great celebration."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Belfry Inne and Bistro
Based on the average of (15) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4.6 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.6 / 5
4 out of 4 recommend this product
Food 
4.5 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.5 / 5
Service 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Ambiance 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Noise Level
1.9 / 3
Moderate