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Restaurant Reviews for Lavendou Bistro

Lavendou Bistro reservations Lavendou Bistro

19009 Preston Rd. Ste 200
Dallas, TX 75252

Lavendou, a retreat into the French countryside - a place where life is savored as much as the food. Lavendou is thoroughly French, from the inviting decor to the gracious service and authentic cuisine. But don't expect it to be pretentious. Owner Pascal Cayet is dedicated to providing service that is friendly and efficient. And you will find Chef Jean-Marie Cadot's menu to be deliciously approachable. Serving the lighter fare of Southern France, Lavendou offers many items to tempt your taste buds.

Dining Style: Casual Dining
Price: $31 to $50
Parking: No
Cross Street: Frankfort
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Average Diner Rating
Overall Rating 4.2 out of 5 4.2 out of 5 (108 Reviews)
Food 4.3 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.2 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)
Summary of Special Features

Diners classify this restaurant as:

  • neighborhood gem (54)
  • special occasion (51)
  • romantic (41)
  • fit for foodies (37)
  • notable wine list (26)
  • great for lunch (16)
  • great for outdoor dining (15)
  • good for groups (14)
  • great for brunch (3)
  • hot spot (3)
  • late-night find (3)

Lavendou Bistro Reviews List
Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Always enjoy lunch at Lavendou's. Great place to meet friends. Food is always perfect. Our waiter was very attentive. The specials are always right on."

Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/09/2010
(review submitted 03/11/2010)
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Review 2 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"This was our second dinner at Lavendou, and this time we brought with us another couple. Again, we enjoyed our visit, although there was one problem. I ordered the mediterranian sea bass. When I asked how it was prepared, the waiter neglected to tell me it was served whole. The presentation was amazing, but it was extremely difficult to eat because there were so many small bones. The last thing you want to do at a nice restaurant is pick bones out of your mouth. Also, there were a few overlooked scales, another unpleasantry. I would have never ordered this had the waiter answered my question appropriately. Happily, we were not charged for the item. Everyone else thoroughly enjoyed the pork tenderloin."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/06/2010
(review submitted 03/09/2010)
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Review 3 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"We always enjoy Lavendou Bistro. Our dinner on this occasion was wonderful, as usual--and the service could not have been better. On this night, the Thon Ahi Antiboise (grilled sushi grade Ahi Tuna with Cucumber Relish) was cooked to perfection...and absolutely delicious. Additionally, the soup of the day was a 'borscht' like we have never had before: a tasty beef broth with vegetables galore! The cozy atmosphere and the friendly, efficient staff, as well as the delicious fare, keep us returning time after time!"

Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/05/2010
(review submitted 03/08/2010)
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Review 4 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"Food was just OK. Service was very slow. Noise level made it very difficult to talk at a normal voice. We probably won't go to this restaurant again."

Special Features: neighborhood gem

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/06/2010
(review submitted 03/08/2010)
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Review 5 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"We really enjoyed our dinner here. The service was a bit slow at times, but we really liked our waiter. Our food was delicious. One thing, with a lot of restaurants, the food comes out warm, but not really hot. Here it was piping hot. I had to wait for awhile before I could eat it. The wine is excellent. The coffee is excellent."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 03/06/2010
(review submitted 03/08/2010)
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Review 6 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"Even though the food and service were excellent, we were given the worst table in the restaurant. It was our anniversary, and we have been looking for a good place to celebrate various dates throughout the year since our favorite celebration restaurant closed. Unfortunately because of the table situation Lavendou won't be that restaurant.
We normally eat out at least twice a week plus about 8 times a year for celebrations."

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/27/2010
(review submitted 03/03/2010)
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Review 7 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"The only sour note was a side of asparagus. Priced at 6.95, the 6 beautiful spears had to be treated like the Godlike subjects they apparently were!

Otherwise, the sole with crab was perfect and the portion was excellent for the price. One of my guest had the Gambard Coquille St. Jacques and fell in love with the dish.

I cannot say enough good things about the apple tart. Even though it shared the table top with a chocolate souffle, it stole the show!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/27/2010
(review submitted 03/03/2010)
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Review 8 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"My sister just moved from Washington DC and was looking for a French restaurant to replace the one she left behind. She was pleasantly surprised in Lavendou. She raved about the escargots and the Veal. My Sole was divine and my husband's Tournedos were the best! The Grand Marnier Souffle(?) was the icing on the cake. We thoroughly enjoyed our dining experience."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/27/2010
(review submitted 03/01/2010)
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Review 9 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Very reliable for a special evening. Very busy on Valentines with groups and couples. Reservations vital on this day. Good options on set price menu. Only wish that there had been more authentic French dishes but with the volume of business I guess that is nearly impossible. May prefer to come on non holiday to enjoy what they do best"

Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/14/2010
(review submitted 02/25/2010)
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Review 10 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"The food and service is always wonderful."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/13/2010
(review submitted 02/20/2010)
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Review 11 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Excellent, just like its predecessor, Chez Gerard."

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/14/2010
(review submitted 02/19/2010)
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Review 12 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"We had a wonderful experience on Valentine's Day. The food was very good, and despite the fact that the restaurant was packed we were able to talk easily with everyone at our table. The service was a bit slow, which we understood given that every single table was filled, and we were not in a hurry. I do wish our waiter had been a bit more helpful with the wine list, but the wine pairings on the menu were good suggestions."

Special Features: romantic, special occasion

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/13/2010
(review submitted 02/18/2010)
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Review 13 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"We had a wonderful Valentine's Day weekend meal. Although it was crowded (understandably with the holiday) we did not feel too squished in and were able to carry on a conversation between ourselves without having to shout. The food was excellent as always with my husband enjoying the Tournedos Felix Faure and me devouring the perfectly cooked duck. Souffles are always excellent here and this night was no different. We're glad this place is one of our neighborhood spots and we highly recommend it."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/13/2010
(review submitted 02/17/2010)
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Review 14 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Lavendou is one of our favorites. Never disappointed."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/13/2010
(review submitted 02/17/2010)
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Review 15 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
"With this being my first experience here, the service was aweful. Upon walking through the doors, there was no one available to show us at our table (we had to look for a host). After being seated, our menus were dropped and no one guided us through the process. A few minutes later, someone took our drink order and left. We received no interaction from whomever was to be our waiter (we had no idea who that was). After noticing tables around us recieving their beverages and meals, someone finally took our order without explanation or offering suggestions for dinner. I could continue to speak about such lousy service, but unfortunately, there is not enough room available. I would not reccommend this place to anyone."

Food 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Ambiance 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Service 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/15/2010
(review submitted 02/17/2010)
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Review 16 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"went there for thanksgiving. fiance and i were engaged in paris.... and this parisian food was PERFECT to commemorate. Great service despite the Valentine's Day rush... food was delicious. I loved the seafood in pastry shell starter, as well as the mahi-mahi 0n citrus cream. Lemon Mirangue tart was to die for."

Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/14/2010
(review submitted 02/17/2010)
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Review 17 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"Steak was Walmart quality and $35.00"

Food 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/12/2010
(review submitted 02/17/2010)
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Review 18 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"We were very pleased with our choice of restaurants to celebrate Valentine. Our table, food and service was all delightful."

Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/12/2010
(review submitted 02/14/2010)
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Review 19 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Excellent French bistro food in Dallas. Was one of our favorites when we lived in Dallas and someplace we try to get to each time we return."

Special Features: fit for foodies

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/05/2010
(review submitted 02/07/2010)
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Review 20 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Great scones! Beautiful surroundings."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/04/2010
(review submitted 02/06/2010)
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Review 21 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"The frog legs appetizer was to die for. Best I have had in years. The french fries are some of the best around. The warm bread and olive oil with black olives is very addictive."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/02/2010
(review submitted 02/04/2010)
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Review 22 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Our dining experience was excellent - extremely elegant atmosphere - could actually have a great conversation - "A TRUE DINING EXPERIENCE" The service was only surpassed by the excellent food and wine."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 02/02/2010
(review submitted 02/04/2010)
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Review 23 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Wow! I had a business meeting there with a two other ladies, and I got so much praise for picking this spot to meet. I live very close to this location, and I must say, now that I have found you, I will conduct more of my dinner meetings, and maybe even some lunch meetings there as well. When the weather is pretty this spring, I intend on coming back with my friends and sitting on the cozy porch and sip on tea or wine with my friends. Excellent food; excellent service; fabulous motiff; and great location! Don't change a thing!!!!"

Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/30/2010
(review submitted 02/01/2010)
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Review 24 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"For the quality and price of the food, you would have hoped it would have been better. We will not be returning. The next time we are in the mood for French food we will be dining at Addison Cafe."

Food 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Ambiance 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/22/2010
(review submitted 01/24/2010)
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Review 25 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"Some of the food was very over spiced and over salted. Obviously no one is tasting what they are cooking"

Food 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/12/2010
(review submitted 01/14/2010)
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Review 26 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"the food is excellent, the decor european, the service outstanding; also, i really liked that waitstaff was either french in heritage or spoke the language fluently."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/23/2009
(review submitted 01/13/2010)
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Review 27 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"We enjoyed the quality of the food and the atmosphere."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/09/2010
(review submitted 01/11/2010)
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Review 28 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Very pleasent experience. Worth the price. Enjoyed the wine and the food. Nice menu with varied selection. Will definately look forward to returning."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/08/2010
(review submitted 01/10/2010)
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Review 29 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Lavendou Bistro is one of our favorite restaurants in the Dallas area. We've been there many times, and the food and service are terrific. My only quibble is that on busy nights the noise level gets fairly high. Otherwise, we love it!"

Special Features: romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 01/06/2010
(review submitted 01/08/2010)
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Review 30 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"We had high tea at Lavendou. The price was great, and the food was about right for the price. The service was great, and we really loved the tea. The atmosphere is wonderful with the french theme throughout the restaurant. I have eaten lunch here before, and the food was always good, so they have been consistant with their food and service."

Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/31/2009
(review submitted 01/07/2010)
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Review 31 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"As always... excellent food and service. One of our favorites with the ambience!"

Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/31/2009
(review submitted 01/05/2010)
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Review 32 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"I would recommend Lavendou to everyone! It is great for lunch, dinner or a special occasion. The food is excellent, the service is outstanding and the ambiance is special. We consider it our little gem of a restaurant in North Dallas."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/31/2009
(review submitted 01/04/2010)
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Review 33 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
"Not at all pleased with the dining experience. Poor service, food was marginal at best. I realize it was a busy evening ( New Years Eve) but during the entire meal we felt rushed. Seems all they wanted to do was push more customers through.

No personal touch. VERY DISAPPOINTED WITH LAVENDOU BISTRO. Staying home and having a bowl of Campbell soup would have made for a better evening."

Food 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Ambiance 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Service 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/31/2009
(review submitted 01/04/2010)
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Review 34 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"Have been there many times and always enjoyed the experience and the food. However, on New Year's eve (very early) the service was not attentive, the food was precooked, the choices were very limited and the meal was terribly expensive ($65). All in all, it was the worst New Year's Eve meal I have had in Dallas in the past 20 years."

Food 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/31/2009
(review submitted 01/02/2010)
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Review 35 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
"The food was good but the wine list was an absolute embarassment. We priced four or five wines while we were at the restaurant. The average mark-up was 5 to 7 times retail. This is just unheard. We ordered a Hahn Cab that was $49 that retails for $7 and a Peierre Lichin Bordeaux for $150 that retails for $25 to $30. Also, the service in a less than 50% full restaurant was leaden and almost non-existent. The 2 waiters needed help but didn't get it since the restaurant was understaffed and were working their tails off. A VERY poor experience. We will NOT be going back to this very poor excuse for a French restaurant. I spent $432.00 for no reason."

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Service 1.0 out of 5 (Poor)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/29/2009
(review submitted 12/31/2009)
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Review 36 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Wonderful wonderful wonderful!!!!!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/29/2009
(review submitted 12/31/2009)
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Review 37 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"Lavendou Bistro is a delightful dining experience. Authentic French Cuisine is served in a beautiful atmosphere. It's like taking a trip to Provence."

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/21/2009
(review submitted 12/23/2009)
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Review 38 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"The food was excellent but the service was not very good. There were only two waiters covering the entire resturant."

Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/21/2009
(review submitted 12/23/2009)
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Review 39 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"We celebrated our anniversary with lunch at Lavendou. The food was outstanding. The bread was just out of the oven - wonderful. The beef sirloin was very tender and tasty, perfectly seasoned. The French Onion soup was outstanding. The lamb chops were excellent but the grilled vegetables were overdone."

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, special occasion, great for lunch

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/14/2009
(review submitted 12/16/2009)
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Review 40 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"Had a great time. They did not rush us on a Monday eve when some of our party arrived late. We finished our meal at 11pm but never felt rushed. Food was great and the list of bordeaux wines has many values."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/14/2009
(review submitted 12/16/2009)
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Review 41 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"The best quality price ratio we find in the Metroplex
The real french food without the "faky' snoby attitude!
Wonderful menu and well realized....
And the not so well know wineyard pink Champagne was a discovery."

Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/05/2009
(review submitted 12/08/2009)
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Review 42 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"outstanding dining experience. the owner Pascal makes sure every customer is pleased with a great dinner, and a happy evening. the waiters are cordials and helpful, without being overwhelming. 5 star in my book!"

Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 12/03/2009
(review submitted 12/05/2009)
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Review 43 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
"The food and wine were great. My escargot appetizer was scrumptious! However, several parts of our order got messed up, they brought me a teapot of hot water and never came back with a teabag, and never brought my husband's dessert, which required additional time to have the bill adjusted to remove the missing items. They did offer us a free dessert on our next visit. Prior experiences at this restaurant all had much better service."

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

Food 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 11/21/2009
(review submitted 12/04/2009)
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Review 44 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"It was great! They had wonderful French food."

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 4.0 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 3.0 out of 3 (Energetic)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 11/28/2009
(review submitted 12/01/2009)
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Review 45 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
"As always, Lavendou was outstanding! My mouth is still watering over the duck!"

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

Food 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Ambiance 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Service 5.0 out of 5 (Outstanding)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 11/19/2009
(review submitted 11/23/2009)
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Review 46 for Lavendou Bistro

Overall Rating 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
"My husband loves fine dining more than most things in life and he put this on his top list of places to go. We usually go towards downtown Dallas to eat and we live in Plano, so this was a great find! We also asked the waiter if we could take the wine bottle home with us, because we want to research the area to buy the wine."

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch

Food 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Ambiance 2.0 out of 5 (Fair)
Service 3.0 out of 5 (Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 1.0 out of 3 (Quiet)

By an OpenTable.com user
who dined on 11/14/2009
(review submitted 11/16/2009)
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Lavendou Bistro Based on the average of (62) ratings-only reviews
Overall Rating 4.3 out of 5 (Very Good)
Food 4.4 out of 5 (Very Good)
Ambiance 4.3 out of 5 (Very Good)
Service 4.1 out of 5 (Very Good)
Restaurant Experience:
Noise Level 2.0 out of 3 (Moderate)
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