Restaurant Reservations - Free • Instant • Confirmed
Learn More
Restaurant Reviews
Find Restaurants in Your Area
Select a Location
Reserve now:

Bistro Pastis Reviews List

Bistro Pastis

A convivial atmosphere, enhanced by the cozy fire place, invites diners to linger a while. Dinner tables are set with crisp linens, making you feel like a welcome guest at a friend’s home. If meeting a friend for a drink or appies, have a seat along the bar, where there’s great people-watching. Pastis is as close as you can get to Paris without a plane ticket. It has one of the city’s largest wine selections by the glass. Very romantic.

DON’T-MISS DISHES

. Traditional Coq au Vin

. Steak Tartare

. Moules et Frites – a bistro favourite.

Bistro Pastis strives to present traditional French bistro fare in an environ- ment that pays homage to its French roots. The menu changes seasonally to reflect available ingredients at their peak. Classic dishes and wines are offered at affordable prices. Traditional plats du jour are offered daily. Bistro Pastis was voted best Bistro by the Vanc. Magazine and Vanc. Sun for 2004 and 2005
See more Bistro Pastis details
233 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
(233 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 233 reviews
5 stars
(84)
4 stars
(108)
3 stars
(31)
2 stars
(7)
1 star
(3)
Food 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Service 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Ambiance 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Noise Level
2.3 / 3
Energetic
Filter Reviews By:
Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • fit for foodies(153)
  • neighborhood gem(134)
  • special occasion(117)
  • romantic(78)
  • notable wine list(53)
  • great for lunch(37)
Bistro Pastis Reviews List
Review 1 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Yummy, fresh, flaky croissants!

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We were there for mother's day and John came by and offered everyone at the table beautiful delicious croissants with jam to start off the meal. They were delicious!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 2 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Mother's Day Brunch Excellent

Customer Avatar
OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This was a very busy day and thus the noise levels were higher than usual, but still manageable. The service was bustling and energetic. We were well served and the food, as usual, was excellent. We have been to this restaurant many times for special occasions and love it."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, notable wine list, special occasion
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 3 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Food was ok!!

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"It was Mother's Day, resturant was super busy and kitchen was backed up. Lets just say took over an hour to get the main dish, and it tested just ok. We had Eggs Benedict, Tomato, Goat Cheesem, Steamed Mussels, White Wine and Shallots with Pomme Frites. They did bring us very delicious croissants but we thought it was on the house since brunch took over an hour.they, $17 for 5."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: special occasion
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 4 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Customer Avatar
OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"First time at Bistro Pastis. Had an early reservation so was quite quiet upon arrival. Sound built up as restaurant filled up. Food was very good, but not the best we have experienced. One of our party wanted to make a substitution and the chef came out from the back and explained why he would not make the sub. Not a big issue and the scallops were excellent.
Overall very good, but there are many other excellent restaurants to try but an excellent neighborhood find.
"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 5 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Customer Avatar
OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/05/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Bistro Pastis continues to over deliver in every aspect of their operation and is a real neighborhood gem. While many people may perceive it as possibly being expensive, it's pricing sits around the "fine casual dining" chains like earl's, Cactus Club etc., and in some cases cheaper. The Sunday night we were in, people were in suits, jeans, shorts and everything in between and you know...it all works and fits into the Kits neighborhood!"
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, late-night find, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion, kid-friendly
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 6 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Never disappoints

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/05/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Amazingly consistent high quality bistro food for more than 10 years now. The recent Vietnam menu was tasty, fresh, and interesting.
A real gem in Kitsilano.
"
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 7 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Worth a Visit!

Customer Avatar
OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/03/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"First time to this restaurant located on West 4th Ave. in Kitsilano. Menu offerings were varied, and dishes served were tasty. Service was friendly and efficient as well. Definitely worth a visit."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 8 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Everytime we go to Bistro

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Everytime we go to Bistro Pastis we are incredibly happy with everything. The staff & owners are excellent and welcoming and the service is tremendous.
Interesting and well-executed food specials + the regular menu keep us coming back.
Special note: the wine list is really well done with excellent quality at every price point.
"
Dined on 28/04/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 9 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food, great service,

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great food, great service, always consistently fantastic!"
Dined on 26/04/2013
 2012
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 10 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

This is a lovely French restaurant

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 a lovely French restaurant with helpful but not overbearing staff. The menu was varied and our meals were all delicious."
Dined on 23/04/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 11 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Pastis lived up to its reputation

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
"Pastis lived up to its reputation as a place with a creative and innovative chef. Service is prompt, friendly and efficient without being cloying. Good selection of wines. We enjoyed the ambience and friendly atmosphere. Will be returning. I have been for lunch a number of times and have enjoyed my meals on each occasion."
Dined on 30/03/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 12 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Never disappoints - always

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
"Never disappoints - always excellent food, service and general all around good feeling.
Always feel welcome and comfortable. No excessive background noise, good for conversation.
"
Dined on 04/04/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 13 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Not Good Value

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"French food is a bit of obssession as is anything French. Pastis had always lost the draw to other French restos in town so I finally decided to give it a shot. The quality of the food, especially the main courses, was below average (with my beuf bourgignon being so dry that I ate 1/3rd only). The sides were uninspiring, as was the dessert menu (with no blue cheese options). The service was prompt but left no memorable impression. The room is classic French, which I really enjoyed. The general medicracy; however, isn't reflected in the bill. It's expensive, which I am ok with as long as it's good value. Bistro Pastis is not good value and I won't be back. I have other options in this city."
Dined on 30/03/2013
 2010
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 14 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Always impressed every time

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Always impressed every time my friends and I have been to dine at Bistro Pastis. The quality of the brunch dishes was excellent. And white linen to boot ... A touch of class indeed!"
Dined on 31/03/2013
 2006
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 15 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Always a brilliant choice

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Always a brilliant choice for a meal!"
Dined on 23/03/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 16 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The evening was lovely but

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The evening was lovely but the service was very slow and the atmosphere was noisy."
Dined on 23/03/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch, hot spot
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 17 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This was our first experience

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This was our first experience at Bistro Pastis but definitely not our last. We love French cooking and theirs was superb. My husband especially liked the steak tartare and commented it was the best he'd eaten in Vancouver. Give it a try. It's a beautiful restaurant. O."
Dined on 23/03/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, great for lunch
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 18 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Don't miss this neighborhood gem

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Pastis is consistently a 5 Star Restaurant in all aspects. We are frequent customers and over a number of years have never ever been disappointed. Staff are attentive, well versed in the menu and properly trained. John, the owner is totally charming and watchful and extremely helpful with suggestions and advice. This Restaurent should not be missed."
Dined on 20/03/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 19 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This French bistro will never

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This French bistro will never let you down."
Dined on 19/03/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 20 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Consistently Good

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
"We've been to Bistro Pastis often and never had a bad meal. Our last visit was on a wet and dismal Friday and the place was hopping. It was so busy that i had to knock a couple of stars off for service. It was very slow. We got seated just before a table of 12 got seated and I think we got caught behind their orders. The staff all pitched in, including the ever busy and friendly owner but still it was quite a wait for food. It was worth the wait as the soup of the day was sublime and my scallop and prawn entree perfectly handled. Bistro Pastis is still a "go to" favourite of ours, a real neighbourhood gem."
Dined on 15/03/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 21 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

As always the welcome was

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"As always the welcome was warm, the service impeccable and the food excellent. A fine dining experience."
Dined on 08/03/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 22 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Had a great evening at Bistro

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Had a great evening at Bistro Pastis with my guests from Toronto who were very impressed ."
Dined on 05/03/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 23 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Had never been before. Went

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Had never been before. Went for lunch with a friend. Absolutely delicious. Very good service."
Dined on 01/03/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 24 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great service, great food,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great service, great food, great wine. Excellent combination!"
Dined on 21/02/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 25 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Unpretentious and wonderful

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
"Unpretentious and wonderful atmosphere. Focus is all on the excellent classic bistro style food."
Dined on 22/02/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 26 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

One of my favourites. Keep

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
"One of my favourites. Keep going back.
Owner is charming and very nice to his customers.
"
Dined on 22/02/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 27 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Neighborhood Gem

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Would be happy to go back there again"
Dined on 17/02/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, romantic
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 28 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I had the best veal chop I've

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I had the best veal chop I've ever eaten. A perfect meal at a very fair price."
Dined on 13/02/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 29 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food and service were

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food and service were great as always."
Dined on 16/02/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, special occasion, great for lunch
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 30 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Very good, as usual, but a

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Very good, as usual, but a new waiter was not stellar"
Dined on 15/02/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 31 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

I believe there were several

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I believe there were several regulars at this bistro as it appeared they were given the most attention. We've been here twice before and have never felt this vibe before. Very disappointed."
Dined on 15/02/2013
 2006
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 32 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Loved this place

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"My wife and I went to Bistro Patis for Valentine's Day dinner. The food was excellent, the setting was quietly romantic, and the service was among the best I've ever experienced."
Dined on 14/02/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 33 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Not to Impressed, the food

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Not to Impressed, the food was good, waited forever to get it. I know it was Valentines day so the whole houpla was because of that."
Dined on 14/02/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 34 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Valentines 2013 Dinner

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Awesome place. Great food, service and ambiance. Had dinner reservations since early December for a Valentines dinner and was worth the wait. We will definitely go there again next Valentines (or any night in between). Great job."
Dined on 14/02/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 35 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Was here for Valentine's Day

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Was here for Valentine's Day dinner on a recommendation. I made the reservation a month early and heard nothing from them until a few days before Valentine's. They want to put a $75 deposit on my credit card or else they will cancel my reservation. Now I understand the business reasons for requiring this on such a busy holiday. However, I believe doing this, so close to the reservation date puts the diner at a disadvantage. I gave them my card # anyway and complete the reservation. Food is better than your average bistro fare, servers are attentive enough. Ambiance was terrible, instead of a romantic evening with my date, it felt more like a large family gathering in a small house - loud, noisy and too crowded."
Dined on 14/02/2013
 2012
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 36 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great service, excellent food.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great service, excellent food. It was nice to get some advice on pastis (the drink) and have a chance to taste different ones. We didn't like one of them and they didn't charge us for it."
Dined on 25/01/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 37 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The first Saturday of "Dine

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The first Saturday of "Dine Out Vancouver" resulted in Bistro Pastis being full. They had a very creative $28 and $38 menu. Food and service were excellent and timely and it all moved like clockwork. We'll be back."
Dined on 19/01/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 38 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This was my third visit to

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"This was my third visit to Bistro Pastis and it still delivers. It had been a long time since my last visit but it's still a lovely spot, with excellent food and fantastic service. Our waiter was the older gentleman with glasses and he was charming and friendly. He wasn't aloof as some staff at fine dining establishments tend to be. Bistro Pastis you're in my all time favourites list!"
Dined on 09/02/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 39 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A wonderful French style restaurant

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"A wonderful French style restaurant/bistro in Kitsalano. The food is well prepared and authentic. wine list is extensive with something to please evryone. The attention to decorative details makes for a pleasant and inviting ambience. Service is attentive but unobstrusive. Overall, you can't miss this restaurant."
Dined on 09/02/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 40 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Loved the food and atmostphere.

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
"Loved the food and atmostphere. The servers were friendly and efficient with their service. The atmosphere was casual and it felt comfortable enjoying a meal with family and friends."
Dined on 30/01/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 41 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Despite going in a group of

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Despite going in a group of 4 on the last Saturday of Dine-Out Vancouver, the staff/ servers were friendly, relaxed and professional. There was no sense of urgency or hurry. The food was marvelous; 2 had the 28 dollar selections and 2 the 38. The salmon was the stand out appetizer; the crab crusted fish delicious, the steak was lovely. The desserts, and we had the 3 selections were all enjoyed, with either the lemon tart or the chocolate mousse (which tasted nothing like awful instant pudding) were absolutely great. I liked the wines that were suggested with the meal. The room is pleasant- absolutely packed, but not so packed we intruded on one another's parties. (my son has already booked Valentine's Day, sans mamma sigh)."
Dined on 02/02/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 42 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

EXCELLENT! Food was great!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"EXCELLENT! Food was great!
Definitely will come back!
Sincerely,
Edita Bastakova
"
Dined on 24/01/2013
 2010
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 43 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Perfect Gem!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We had a great dine-out experience, best table by the fireplace, lovely server who was still bubbly and attentive even though it was the second to last night of dine-out and she must have been tired. The food was amazing, great wine and they even modified a dish for one of our guests to be gluten-free!! Overall, amazing time!"
Dined on 02/02/2013
 2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 44 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

A great cozy bistro on 4th Ave

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Loved this place! Great bistro atmosphere, warm and cozy with friendly and attentive staff. Also, when we asked to move to another table due to the loud person seated near us, we were made to feel this was perfectly acceptable and no bother at all. The only shortcoming was our main course - an unexceptional salad nicoise, which featured too much heavy dressing and not enough veg, and my companion's small slice of quiche accompanied by a similarly overdressed salad. Our deserts were very good, however, and gave us a positive ending to the meal."
Dined on 25/01/2013
 2012
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 45 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Just average, nothing special

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The restaurant is a decent size but they try to put way more table than they should, the seating is really crowed and uncomfortable.
Food quality is normal, nothing special. Services is alright, it was a really busy night when we went ( a group of six people), but I felt they try to rush us out the whole time. For the amount of money we paid, there are definitely better alternative in town, will not return or recommend.
"
Dined on 01/02/2013
 2011
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 46 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

I was at Bistro Pastis for

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I was at Bistro Pastis for dine-out night. The place was super crowded and noisy, I guess full to dine-out couples catching up with the last weekend of this event. I had a chance to try out the steak and chicken breast on their $28 menu. It wasn't terrible, but it wasn't spectacular either. Service was slow and it was difficult to get servers when we needed them. Won't be coming back unless 10 other better french bistro around it closes down."
Dined on 02/02/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 47 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Went during Dine-Vancouver.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Went during Dine-Vancouver. Great food and definitely a neighbourhood gem in Kitsilano!Fantastic service."
Dined on 01/02/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 48 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great experience for dine

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great experience for dine out
We chose the $38 set, the appetizer was great but the main course was a bit disappointing. The duck was quite salty and made me want to ask for a bowl of rice. The dessert was quite good, loved it. Will come back again in the future.
"
Dined on 31/01/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 49 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

I went for Dine Out and had

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I went for Dine Out and had the duck terrine, steelhead, and clafoutis. Every course was delicious! The steelhead was amazing!! And the serving staff were all very friendly. I will definitely be going back again, Dine Out or not."
Dined on 30/01/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
Review 50 for Bistro Pastis
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

There was a lot of people

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"There was a lot of people due to dine out and so the noise was high but that did not take away from the great service and the delicious food. Every item was perfectly prepared. The 3 courses for dine out was amazing! Definitely a favorite. Although it took time to get our entrees out (probably due to the dine out full house), we appreciated the special attention with the extra wine glass being poured by management, an apology and recognition of the extra time we needed to wait, and an extra order of pomme frittes on the house. These little touches shows appreciation for our business and definitely wins us over!"
Dined on 28/01/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
0points
0of 0voted this as helpful.
Thank you! You have successfully submitted a comment for this review.
1 2 next>>