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Bistro Vivant
A contemporary French Bistro in the heart of McLean. We are open ALL DAY, EVERY DAY... so join us for a late Lunch, early Dinner or any Holiday.
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124 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Rating Breakdown 124 reviews
5 stars
(32)
4 stars
(56)
3 stars
(26)
2 stars
(8)
1 star
(2)
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(84)
- fit for foodies(48)
- great for lunch(34)
- notable wine list(25)
- special occasion(18)
- good for groups(12)
Bistro Vivant Reviews List
Review 1 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nice place
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I hadn't been there before and didn't know what to expect. The food was good, the atmosphere pleasant, service attentive without being a distraction to enjoying lunch with a friend. I would go back again and would recommend it."
Dined on 5/14/2013
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Review 2 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent meal...when we got it!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Dined on the evening of Mother's Day which likely caused some of the kitchen and server slow down. The food was excellent, the service was very nice. We will definitely go back for the food!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Diamond In The Rough
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Bistro Vivant is simply superb...the seafood dishes are fresh, creative, well prepared and taste excellent. The salads and salad extras are unique to the Norther Virginia restaurant scene...and complement perfectly any lunch or dinner entree. The daily specials rely on local and seasonal produce, and each is prepared with a flair not often found in restaurants today. The owner strolls through the dining area to ensure that all is well, and the wait staff is attentive, but never interrupts the table conversation. The menu is straightforward without the clutter of many menus that require a ring binder. The wines are mostly French and are from smaller vintners...a needed break from the "storied wine lists" many restauranteurs promote."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 4 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great birthday dinner!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The menu includes something for everyone, and everything was delicious. My two dinner companions had the hanger steak and the trout, and I had the duck confit. Each of us agreed that our meal was properly prepared to our specifications. Unfortunately, my preferred escargo appetizer was not available, but my second choice of oysters was not disappointing; they were firm, juicy, and briney with a touch of caviar. Our friendly server was knowlegable and attentive without hovering. And the half price bottle of wine was worth the trip."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 5 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is a good addition to the restaurant options in McLean. The food was fine but not spectacular. But I would go back."
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 6 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Post- Concert Delight
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Other than Evans Farm, which has been long gone for many years, I had not eaten at a restaurant in McLean until this past Sunday. Our group of three We were very pleased wwith Bistro Vivant. It was just perfect for a post-concert (as a choral singer, I was the only one in the restaurant wearing a tuxedo). Our waitor was very patient while the three of us had difficulty trying to choose from a wonderful menu. The food was superb. We will return soon (although I won't be wearing a tuxedo the next time."
Dined on 04/28/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 7 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Bisto Vivant is a real gem.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Bisto Vivant is a real gem. And well needed in McLean which has a clientele that loves to dine out but limited choices. Service is excptional and bistro cuisine very well prepared."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We keep going back because
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We keep going back because we want this restaurant to do well. Love the fact that it is different from others in the area.
However, the service is VERY slow. We sat for a long time before someone came for the drink order. The person behind the bar does not know how to make a good mixed drink.
Too much alcohol and no mix.
The food is the saving grace but the menu is very limited.
You are not made to feel at home or that the staff is happy that you came.
It will be a while before we go back....to see if it is better yet!"
However, the service is VERY slow. We sat for a long time before someone came for the drink order. The person behind the bar does not know how to make a good mixed drink.
Too much alcohol and no mix.
The food is the saving grace but the menu is very limited.
You are not made to feel at home or that the staff is happy that you came.
It will be a while before we go back....to see if it is better yet!"
Dined on 04/25/2013
2004
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Review 9 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was good. I had a quinoa
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was good. I had a quinoa salad with duck, edamame and pea shoots. Bistro Vivant is on my list to meet up in downtown McLean after work for a glass of wine with friends."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 10 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
SURPRISINGLY GOOD EVERY TIME
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food has been excellent... and better than the place or location signals--(it's part of a strip shopping mall with parking in front). The service could be better: it's very attentive until things get busy. I've been there 3 or 4 times under the current management and have found the offerings creative (a multi-colored beet salad)... or topping a green salad with really nicely grilled hangar steak(and rare as I'd asked)... but they also had grilled chicken and other protein toppings. The menu is quite varied."
Dined on 04/10/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 11 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Had a wonderful Halibut Friday
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Had a wonderful Halibut Friday night and everything else everyone else had was very good. Will come back."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2002
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 12 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
So disappointing. Was hoping
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"So disappointing. Was hoping for a decent restaurant in Mclean but this is not it. Everything was just OK, little flavor and for the money will not go back."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2005
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Review 13 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was excellent. The
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was excellent. The service was impeccable. One could converse without a lot of noise interfering noise. We will come back...many times."
Dined on 04/01/2013
2004
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 14 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Bistro Vivant - McLean
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is a Neighborhood Gem. Everything is so fresh. We've eaten here on several special occasions and even attended a wonderful wine tasting here featuring small French vineyards with food parings. We are always surprised and delighted with the food offerings. Ask for their wine suggestions."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 15 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
French food is delicious!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"French food is delicious! Needs warmer/decorative curtains not miniblind to fit more of a French Style high upper scale restaurant which comparable with the price.
Good service!
Will come back! This is my 2nd times at the restaurant.
Will come back! This is my 2nd times at the restaurant.
4M7837 (Mclean, VA)"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 16 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Not up to Usual Standards
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I've been a customer of Bistro Vivant since it first opened. This time the food was partly a disappointment and the service was lackadaisical. I ordered the cauliflower soup and the waiter brought me pea soup and seemed baffled when I told him it couldn't be cauliflower since it was pea green! Unfortunately, when the right soup finally arrived, it was sweet and otherwise tasteless. My friend ordered raviolis as an appetizer and the sauce had separated. The main courses were fine. Service was slow, even though there were few customers when we was there. Hope this was just an off day."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Over-priced and small portions
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Over-priced and small portions for a neighborhood "bistro" -- but it might work in McLean."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2010
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Review 18 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We're regulars at this place. Always great food."
Dined on 03/12/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 19 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We decided to check out Bistro
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We decided to check out Bistro Vivant after reading about new chef Edward Hardy taking over the McLean French bistro. We couldn't have been more impressed. Everything we had was delicious - from the salads to the oysters to the main courses (I had the scallops, my wife had the salmon). We ended up staying for dessert and additional drinks because we wanted to extend our great experience. I can't recommend Bistro Vivant more highly. Chef Hardy has really done amazing things, and the daily specials suggest even better things are in the future."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 20 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We are glad to see this lovely
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We are glad to see this lovely neighborhood restaurant open for business on Sunday. We went early areound 5 PM, and although there were only two other tables dining we had very poor service from the 2 servers. We had to remind them to bring drinks, ask for bread, remind them we wanted to order and so on. Service improved a little when the third server arrived at 6, but it was a slow start."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 21 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very glad to see a French
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very glad to see a French restaurant in McLean. Excellent saumon with spinach, strip steak, escargot (with potatoes) although I prefer a standard escargot serving dish. We did change our 7:30 pm to 8 pm but they did not receive the change - an Open Table issue. But they were gracious because it has happened before. Highly recommend Bistro Vivant."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 22 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Overall was very good this
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Overall was very good this time. Service on the spot. My trout almondine was so large I could take half home. My husband left a little hungry with size of his rockfish special. Go figure, but both were very nicely done."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 23 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Almost ... But not quite
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I wish there was a rating between fair and good cause that is what I really wanted to rate it. food was cooked well and creative, just fell a little flat on flavor. Also if you are going to charge moderately high prices it should be outstanding. My hanger steak had been cooled down considerably and was not cooked to my request. Tables were a little cramped and and my chair was knocked by the service staff about 20 times. The glass of wine was delicious. I think it was a vouvray."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 24 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Where is the original chef?
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I want so much to like this restaurant and have eaten there at least 5 times. Unfortunately, the food is just not good. My steak was very tough, and I suspect it had been pre-cooked and then warmed up in the microwave or other. When the restaurant first opened the food was much better. I am wondering if the original chef left."
Dined on 02/25/2013
2009
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Review 25 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The Cassoulet was superb and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The Cassoulet was superb and the chef's special, Wild Rice with Mushrooms and Foie-gras, was exceptional. They have a first rate wine list, but without the punishing markup that we've come to expect at this calibre of restaurant. The service was as near perfect as can be -apparently casual but in fact very attentive.
Not cheap, so this may be a "celebration" venue for many people, but worth every penny if you love good food in a relaxed atmosphere."
Not cheap, so this may be a "celebration" venue for many people, but worth every penny if you love good food in a relaxed atmosphere."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 26 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
With the new chef that arrived
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"With the new chef that arrived last week, the food has markedly improved. Our last visit several months ago was mediocre at best. This was a significant improvement and we will return after the menu is updated by the new chef (and the arrival of new ingredients with the arrival of spring)."
Dined on 02/21/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 27 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Three of us had lunch at this
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Three of us had lunch at this warm and cozy restaurant in McLean. Service was well paced and attentive - they never rushed us. Food was freshly prepared - Trout Entree,two hangar steak salads; cripsy frites, and excellent bread. No dessert this time, but we will be back again."
Dined on 02/18/2013
2005
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 28 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We always enjoy our visits
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We always enjoy our visits to Bistro Vivant. The food is excellent and the wait staff is very attentive."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 29 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was nice, but limited
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was nice, but limited menu. Showed Valentine's Day menu even though it was not available. For Restaurant week, indicated ANY item on the menu but was charged individually for one of the meals, instead of restaurant week prices. Service was not great - long waits and somewhat rude. Will probably not go back. Had they been generous about the restaurant week prices, we would have walked away with a better feeling and would be more likely to go back."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2005
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 30 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was great at Bistro
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was great at Bistro Vivant. We went during restaurant week. My wife had a shrimp apetizer and hangar steak and loved both. I have beat salad and duck confit and both were very good. Our dessert were OK, not particularly remarkable. The fries with the steak were a little too dry and over done. When we mentioned it to the waiter, he indicated that we can ask for the fries to be done to order, like the steak. Good to know...
Service was somewhat slow at the beginning but then become more attentive when some folks left the restaurant after finishing their meals. I think they were a little overwhelmed at the beginning as the place was packed on this Sat during Restaurant Week..."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 31 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I reserved through Open Table
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I reserved through Open Table and didn't know I should tell it to the restaurant. I just entered and said "I reserved a table for two at 11:30" and tell my name. But after 2 days later, Open Table e-mailed me "No-show status". I really feel bad and I think restaurant should promptly checked my name when I said my name. The food was nice especialy for the dessert. (I ate creme brulee and my friend ate chocolate mousse)"
Dined on 02/08/2013
2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 32 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
good food -- good service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"good food -- good service
we did have to wait a little even though we had a resevation."
we did have to wait a little even though we had a resevation."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2010
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Review 33 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A nice looking restaurant
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A nice looking restaurant that was empty when we arrived at noon, but filled up quickly. The service was attentive, and the salad was excellent. Main course of fish was good, and served with some vegetables. The dessert of creme brulee was not up to what I expected, seemed to be pumpkin pie filling with a glaze of sugar on top.
I would return for another meal, but skip dessert."
I would return for another meal, but skip dessert."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 34 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always a good bistro meal
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Always a good bistro meal at Vivant in a pleasant, friendly atmosphere. Wine-by-the-glass seems to be getting steeper there and pushes up otherwise modestly priced menu."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 35 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Restaurant Week Experience
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This is the restaurant's first time to participate in DC Restaurant Week. While some restaurants limit the menu to Restaurant Week choices, this is the only place that's ever said to us, "All of you have to order from the Restaurant Week menu if any of you order from it." We thought that was contrary to the theme of Restaurant Week that allows you to try new restaurants as you wish--either the fixed menu or something from the full menu. All four of us tried the Restaurant Week menu.
My husband uses a wheelchair, and they were very accommodating.
My husband rated the food as outstanding. He especially liked the beet salad. All four of us had the fish and liked it. The chocolate mousse was dark, delicious, and a large portion."
My husband uses a wheelchair, and they were very accommodating.
My husband rated the food as outstanding. He especially liked the beet salad. All four of us had the fish and liked it. The chocolate mousse was dark, delicious, and a large portion."
Dined on 02/06/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 36 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
The restaurant is in the strip
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The restaurant is in the strip mall area where Three Pigs used to be. The Pinot Noir and Cab Sav were very nice. The goat cheese and beet salad was unremarkable and the calamari was chewy with nice exterior crust. We enjoyed the Butternut Squash Ravioli, with its sweet taste. The Portobello mushrooms were chewy and not needed. The flank steak was nice and fries plentiful. Sent back the old coffee. The chocolate mousse was pudding-esque with chopped nuts. Needs a finer approach. The pecan cheesecake was terrible - store-bought at best - and the waiter kindly substituted an apple cake to take home. Plastic covered menus plus a $200 bill for a so-so meal. Let's give this restaurant a little more time to settle in."
Dined on 02/05/2013
2012
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Review 37 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful menu-lots of unique
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderful menu-lots of unique and flavorful dishes and unbelievably fresh produce from local farm"
Dined on 02/06/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 38 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The grilled octopus was delicious
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The grilled octopus was delicious and the trout almondine was prepared perfectly. The restaurant was bright and cheerful and the service was excellent. We definitely will be back."
Dined on 02/06/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 39 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Totally inauthentic ... a
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Totally inauthentic ... a "croque monsieur" is not two pieces of cold toast with some cold sliced ham and partially melted cheese."
Dined on 02/06/2013
2005
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Review 40 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The new French eatery in McLean
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The new French eatery in McLean serves very good Food."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 41 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always enjoyable, whether
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Always enjoyable, whether a casual late lunch or a special occasion. The menu is varied and very delicious."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 42 for Bistro Vivant
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I had seared scallops and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I had seared scallops and they were delicious. My friend had the salmon and felt the same way, thank you for a wonderful meal."
Dined on 01/28/2013
2010
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Bistro Vivant
Based on the average of (82) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
7 out of 7 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate