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Bistro 29 Reviews List

Bistro 29

Bistro 29 located in downtown Santa Rosa, Sonoma County. Bistro 29 is a traditional bistro specializing in “Breton” regional cuisine. The number 29 comes from the department of Finistère (end of the earth) located in the upper tip of north-west France. Known for the Galette de blé noir (traditional buckwheat crêpe) and sweet crêpes, Bretagne also uses a variety of local seafood and produce that can easily be found in and around northern California.
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138 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
(138 Reviews)
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Rating Breakdown 138 reviews
5 stars
(69)
4 stars
(56)
3 stars
(9)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(1)
Food 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Service 
4.5 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
1.9 / 3
Moderate
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  • fit for foodies(103)
  • neighborhood gem(94)
  • special occasion(72)
  • romantic(55)
  • notable wine list(37)
  • hot spot(10)
Bistro 29 Reviews List
Review 1 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best of Sonoma

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Dined on 5/23/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Spent a week in Sonoma County and tried many of the most highly rated restaurants, which were good, but Bistro 29 was the best."
Dined on 5/23/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 2 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great find!

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Dined on 5/17/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great ambiance, great food, and great service. A wonderful find. Would highly recommend the hangar steak!"
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 3 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/15/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We had a great meal and were not rushed. It could be that we were there on a Wednesday night during the farmers market, so parking downtown was limited."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 4 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great dinner on our roadtrip

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Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We were driving from the East Bay to Mendocino with our toddler on a Friday for a wedding and knew we'd need a dinner stop around Santa Rosa. Bistro 29 came through for us with a high chair at a corner table (less distracting for the baby) and sophisticated service tailored to our daughter's needs. We enjoyed a steak and a buckwheat crepe with some lovely endive salad and a Burgundy from the excellent wine list, then shared the molten chocolate cake with salted caramel ice cream. Our daughter dined happily on finger food from home. Staff offered a child's cup and brought her a plate upon request. The service was attentive without being obtrusive, and the courses were served in a timely but not rushed manner. We would eat there again!"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: romantic, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 5 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Not so much

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Dined on 5/09/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We came because the ratings were pretty high. We both had the prix fixe menu at the waiter's recommendation. This consisted of a small appetizer which was good, a fennel and mandarin orange salad (meh), a tasteless fried chicken breast in a puddle of butter (awful), and a cold crepe with strawberry slices with ice cream. I ate the ice cream. Also had a wine pairing which was awful. This is Santa Rosa after all. Good wine is not hard to find. Can't recommend and will never return."
Dined on 5/09/2013
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Review 6 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Reta Little Neighborhood Bistro

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Dined on 5/02/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"8 foodies enjoyed excellent service in a cozy bistro atmosphere. Their pri fix menu and paired wines were quite good and very reasonably priced. Wine list is not large, but has a broad enough selection and covers appropriate price points. They put obvious effort into having wines that pair well with their foods...and they make frequent changes as necessary. EVERYONE enjoyed EVERYTHING that we had. The only criticism would be that the delicate sweetbreads would be better served with a simpler recipe."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Absolutely delicious

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Dined on 5/03/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Another couple, my husband, and I had a great dining experience at Bistro 29. My husband had gone to "yelp" for a restaurant selection in Santa Rosa since we were visiting the wineries and wanting to stop for dinner on our way home. We made reservations and were glad that we did. The place is small and was packed!! There is a nice selection of entrees. We were all very happy with them. The food was delightful to the eye as well as to the palate. And the espresso creme brulee--fantastic. I was a little bit concerned about ordering it but it was a very tasty, large serving. Yes, we will return!!+"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 8 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

try their Tuesday-Thursday

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"try their Tuesday-Thursday $29 dinner..always outstanding, but everything is yummy French with a Sonoma flavor, highlighting locally grown ingredients. Best French in North Bay."
Dined on 04/18/2013
 2002
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

larger group having a birthday

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"larger group having a birthday party was loud and rowdy.....other tables crunched together making walking difficult....although they did comp our dinner after nearly turning our table over and constantly running into our chairs....i won't be returning"
Dined on 04/17/2013
 2009
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Review 10 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

interesting menu- especially

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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"interesting menu- especially the appetizers. Gnocchi seemed to have burnt butter taste otherwise rest of food was good. Service was very friendly."
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2005
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 11 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Service was great,everything

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Service was great,everything we ate was great but just not fantastic! I enjoyed my meal, but I wouldn't say anything stood out as fantastic. Good food."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2012
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Review 12 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great little bistro. I had

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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Quiet
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"Great little bistro. I had two starters which was plenty for me. Both were delicious. My wife ordered the half chicken. Too much food and the fries were soggy because they were on the dinner plate (the chicken was served with a cream sauce). Advice: 1/4 chicken is enough and serve the fries in a paper cone."
Dined on 04/09/2013
 2003
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 13 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best in Santa Rosa, CA

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Quiet
Quiet
"We enjoyed our dinner at Bisto 29. Service was wonderful. The food was fantastic. Everything was delicious. Every time I go to Bistro 29 I pick something new. I love the all the food."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2013
Special Features: late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 14 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Enjoyed a delicious Sautéed

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Enjoyed a delicious Sautéed Pork Tenderloin from the pr fix menu, along with Potato-Leek & Green Garlic Soup! Great service and superb value. Brian and crew, thanks again!"
Dined on 04/03/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Arrived early; greeted graciously,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Arrived early; greeted graciously, seated immediately while we waited for our dinner companions. Staff was outstanding as was the food. Looking forward to our next trip."
Dined on 04/02/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 16 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Loved the menu-Warm escarole

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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Quiet
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"Loved the menu-Warm escarole salad-overdressed.Little Gems salad-perfect, just a light vinaigrette-as a French country salad. Sweetbreads a bit overcooked, but flavor was good, especially mushrooms.Lovely presentation for a sweetbread appetizer.Sole was also overcooked; mushrooms were outstanding as on other dish.The hit of the night was the service and the crepe for dessert-choc ganache with bananas($2.50 for a few banana slices is a bit too much, though),topped w/caramel sea salt ice cream. The salt was "missing" in the ice cream, and the caramel seemed a bit burned.However, when I asked for sea salt, I received grey salt and added it to the top of the dessert plate-this tamed the burned flavor and finished the dessert perfectly."
Dined on 04/03/2013
 2003
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Review 17 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

First Impressions: Excellence

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Quiet
Quiet
"It is the little details that make the difference: a chocolate pastille served with the espresso, the French kitchen towels used as napkins; the Breton-style escargots that DON'T rely on garlic, the attention to decor. Everything about Bistro 29 is attention to detail. The service is authentic, flawless French bistro, only with the incomparable California friendliness found in Sonoma's Wine Country. The wine list is interesting, eclectic, and well-chosen, but the house wines are superb and priced reasonably. The food is entirely another matter: It goes far beyond 5 stars. This is without a doubt the best food being prepared in Wine Country. And, the prices are fair, honest and affordable. This is an excellent restaurant."
Dined on 04/03/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 18 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Everything was excellent,

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Everything was excellent, except the pork tenderloin was dry. Group of 6 and we really did enjoy ourselves."
Dined on 04/02/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 19 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Tres Fantastique!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We spent a lovely evening here lingering over a few glasses of wine and fabulous food. The service here is gracious, knowledgeable, relaxed (yet attentive, but not overly) and super friendly. My husband and I were pleasantly surprised. We started off with the Escargot (highly recommend) and on to a butter lettuce salad that was perfect, potato leek soup (super yummy) seafood cassoulet & pork tenderloin in a green pepper sauce with potato gratin. The desserts were OVER THE TOP delicious...Sweet Crêpe with Meyer Lemon Curd & Whipped Cream and Warm TCHO Chocolate Fondant Cake with Salted Caramel Ice Cream...two of the BEST desserts that I've ever had. Seriously! Can't wait to come back again.
Merci Beaucoup Bistro 29!
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Dined on 04/02/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 20 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

J'adore Bistro 29! It is the

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"J'adore Bistro 29! It is the little fresh and so very French touches that make the menu distinctive; the night we dined there was a marvelous friture on the bar menu, served with aoli. The duck cassoulet is wonderful and the seafood cassoulet is a great departure from tradition. Service is prompt and professional. Bistro 29 never disappoints. Go early for the marvelous bar menu and to avoid the noise level when the restaurant is full."
Dined on 03/29/2013
 2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 21 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Had the special, the filet

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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Quiet
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"Had the special, the filet mignon It was VERY small, but it tasted very good. The other dish we ordered was the half chicken. The chicken came with french fries. Maybe I just don't understand french cuisine, but it is not hard to get french fries. The sauce used to prepare the chicken was very unique and tasty.
Overall it was worth trying, but it didn't surprise us or wow us. Maybe if we tried something more unique like the duck or lamb it we would've had more of a wow factor. My GF ordered the chicken, and that to me is like ordering mac and cheese or a burger at a fancy restaurant. I had to switch my dish with hers because the filet looked more appetizing."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2007
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Review 22 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This was our first time at

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This was our first time at Bistro 29 and our experience was wonderful. We started with a simple arugula with loads of good bleu cheese. It was just right. My wife had sea scallops and I had the brick chicken with truffled frites. We were both very happy with the entrees. We finished with a wonderful slice of chocolate cake with salted caramel isce cream. We walked away very contented and will certainly return."
Dined on 03/28/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 23 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

And again...another fabulous meal!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Quiet
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"I have Been dining here for several years, and singing praises to many friends. The servers are friendly, knowledgeable , and efficient ! We love the food and return again and again! Chef/Owner Brian is an open, honest, and friendly man! His specials are creative and always delicious. The Tues -Thurs $29 for three courses is a steal! This last week we had amazing salad, creamy blue cheese taste in the dressing, subtle, and fresh! The duck confit is what tempted us to go out and enjoy another dinner at Bistro 29! I wanted to lick all of my plates! I did glean the duck bones! Dessert...chocolate torte, house made, moist, intense flavor! Also...their ice cream is all house made...for a special treat!
We Will Be Back!!!!!!!!!"
Dined on 03/27/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 24 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Bistro 29

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"We had never been to Bistro 29 before Restaurant Week. We'll be back. Really like their $29 3 course offering Tuesday - Thursday, will have to try it. More restaurants should do this! Wait staff was very friendly and efficient. Lovely French menu and decor. Small dining room which results in tables too close together - that is something we didn't like - but what do you do? Neighbors hear your conversation and you hear theirs. Food makes up for the cramped space however. Wonderful wine list too."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 25 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Enjoy dining at Bistro 29

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Quiet
Quiet
"Enjoy dining at Bistro 29 more every time I go there."
Dined on 03/26/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 26 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A PERFECT FRENCH BISTRO!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Moderate
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"It was our first time at Bistro 29. We selected it during "Dine Around Sonoma" restaurant week for my father's 94th birthday. Our experience could not have been more perfect! The "prix fixe" menu was top of the line. We had a creatively executed goat cheese encrusted with walnuts, roasted beet, and thinly sliced pear salad followed by a deftly prepared sole meuniere and an exquisite dark chocolate dessert! Servings were generous, flavors amazing and the service perfectly timed. My father chose his favorite cassoulet from the regular menu and said it was "out of this world!" The decor is charming with a Breton feel and at the same time airy, light and modern. What a find! Bistro 29 will definitely be a new favorite!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 27 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fixed price with wine flights

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Energetic
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"Fixed price with wine flights was outstanding value. Great service"
Dined on 03/21/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot
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Review 28 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food was excellent and nicely

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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Quiet
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"Food was excellent and nicely presented. Staff very friendly and accomodating. Have dined there several times and never disappointed. Especially nice if you can get a table by the windows."
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 29 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Perfect Date Night

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
"Great service and outstanding food. Enough said."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 30 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We love this place. It is

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Quiet
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"We love this place. It is small, intimate, and the staff is friendly, helpful and the food really delicious."
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 31 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Took advantage of Restaurant

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Energetic
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"Took advantage of Restaurant Week to eat for firsttime. We hose the prix fix menu. Excellent meal with wine pairing. Wait staff exceptional. Will definitely return."
Dined on 03/21/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 32 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had a great meal. I had

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Quiet
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"We had a great meal. I had informed the restaurant in advance that two of our guests were vegan and they were very helpful and accommodating. Highly recommended!!"
Dined on 03/20/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 33 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Bistro 29 Always Delivers

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Energetic
Energetic
"This was our fourth or fifth visit to Bistro 29 over the past four years. We love their set menus and found the choices during Restaurant Week delightful. We were a table of four and everyone except my husband chose the set menu. The choices were hard to make even with two per course. I chose the goat chees and beet salad, the beef daube and the apple tarte tatin. My husband went for the steak frite. Great flavor and perfectly cooked. My husband is a big eater but he could 't finish the whole plate as the serving was gorgeous. Two amazing highlights for the whole table-the melt in your mouth beef daube that was the best I have ever had and the chocolate dessert option which my mother went on and on about.
Thank you Bistro 29!"
Dined on 03/20/2013
 2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 34 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Bistro 29 is definitely one

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Bistro 29 is definitely one of our very favourite restaurants, and it being French adds its attractiveness. The staff went out of their way to make for a perfect evening. Thank you."
Dined on 03/20/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 35 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great place!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This was our first time here and everything from the food to the service was outstanding. We will definitely be back!"
Dined on 03/19/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 36 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food and service were

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Quiet
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"The food and service were excellent!!"
Dined on 03/19/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 37 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We went to celebrate our anniversar

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We went to celebrate our anniversary. It also was Restaurant Week in Santa Rosa. Very crowded. The wait staff was training a new person so that was a bit challenging for all. Food is very good, nice vibes and very comfortable. We don't eat meat (mostly chicken, fish, vegetarian) and no fried foods. This is a serious French restaurant so a lot of butter is used - fair warning to others on diets."
Dined on 03/19/2013
 2002
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 38 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Extremely well executed Country

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Extremely well executed Country French inspired cuisine using local ingredients. Service is impeccable, the wine list while not large is very well selected."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 39 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Gets even better.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Quiet
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"I've been coming here. For years now and my most recent meal with Salmon and lentils was one of the finest we have ever had here. Keep it up Brian and staff."
Dined on 03/13/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 40 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

excellent! as always:-)

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Always outstanding,we go once a year or so (so many other restaurants to visit!)but we always come back here."
Dined on 03/14/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 41 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The food was excellent. The

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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was excellent. The first with the black chantrelle mushrooms and the gnochi was outstanding. The dessert crepes were also exceptoional. The cassoulet and the filet were good. the only negative comment I would make was that the coffee was luke warm. All that being said, we would go back again."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2005
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Review 42 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Steamed mussels are outstanding.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
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"Steamed mussels are outstanding. We thought authentic French. Great service."
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 43 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We both had the duck cassoulet

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We both had the duck cassoulet (they also have a seafood cassoulet). You don't often see that on menus, which is why we both focused on it. The portion was quite large and at a very high temperature when it was brought to the table. I would go back just for the cassoulet, but will want to try other items on the menu.
One downside is that parking can be hard to find."
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 44 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Food always well prepared

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Food always well prepared and interesting. Service was excellent and friendly. This restaurant is always at the top of my list."
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 45 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had the $29 midweek fixed

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We had the $29 midweek fixed price special and it was fabulous. Service was great. Highly recommend."
Dined on 02/20/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 46 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Bistro 29 love!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Love Bistro 29! The food is wonderful (you must try the Daube of Beef... oh my!) But what I appreciate is the wait staff are absolutely wonderful - and consistently so. This time Devin was our server (and he always remembers me by name). I was trying to recollect a great wine that had been suggested to me on a previous visit, and our server on that occasion overhead me questioning Devin about it. Christine (I think) came over and confirmed what that wine was. Unfortunately it was no longer on the menu, but she recommended one that would be comparable - which I had already spied on the wine list. So the synchronicity was great!"
Dined on 02/19/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 47 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We are vegans and I notified

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We are vegans and I notified them well ahead and talked to them the day before Valentine's Day. Even though they had a prix fixe menu that night, they printed a special vegan menu for us. The food was wonderful and the service was superb. It's nice when a restaurant is willing to embrace people with special diets."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2002
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 48 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

It was Valentine's day, but

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"It was Valentine's day, but you wouldn't have known it when dining here that night. There weren' t any special decorations or ...anything. We felt slightly rushed through our dinner. The food was good
Was it "special" for that day, no. It just was just a dinner, one luke warmed dishes followed by another. Would I go back and pay what I paid, NO! It was dime a dozen meal for Sonoma county. I wished I had gone elsewhere where you pay just as much but with much better food and experience.
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Dined on 02/14/2013
 2011
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Review 49 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Simply superb in every way

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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Quiet
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"Simply superb in every way for Valentine Day."
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 50 for Bistro 29
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Place.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We were very impressed with this restaurant. They made extra attempts to seat us early, but were very cautious about making sure a later reservation wouldn't have to wait due to our early seating. The service was perfect. Not to pushy but just right. the Food was excellent. We had the fixed menu and enjoyed every bite. I would highly recommend this rest. to anyone looking for a great dining experience, but one should know the pricing before you go in. It could be a little pricey for someone looking for a common menu. The food was unique and very delicious and well worth the price. Kudo's to the staff and chef!!!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2013
Special Features: special occasion
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