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O3 Bistro & Lounge
O3 Bistro & Lounge strives to bring you an unforgettable experience through great food, a relaxing environment and welcoming service. With our contemporary and chic décor, O3 offers a stimulating dining environment that couples seamlessly with the delectable cuisine. In addition to an outstanding dining and social experience for our patrons, O3 constantly strives to provide the highest quality of food. We proudly serve local organic produce, ecologically and humanely raised meats, game and poultry. Only the best ingredients are used. Make your reservations today.
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159 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Rating Breakdown 159 reviews
5 stars
(31)
4 stars
(68)
3 stars
(40)
2 stars
(15)
1 star
(5)
Food
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(66)
- neighborhood gem(45)
- vibrant bar scene(41)
- good for groups(38)
- special occasion(26)
- hot spot(18)
O3 Bistro & Lounge Reviews List
Review 1 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Tasty food that's reasonably priced
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great for a night out with friends without breaking the bank. It's a beautiful restaurant that looks hip and modern. Some of the items - like the KimChee fried rice was a bit overseasoned - but the porkbelly, chicken wings, and pork ribs were fantastic!"
Dined on 7/28/2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 2 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Reasonably tasty. Good cocktails. Staff was friendly but not very prompt (during non busy workload) and left an item off the order.
Fish was slightly overcooked but otherwise good.
Would be a very good choice for pre-theater dinner if they could pick up the pace and attentiveness slightly."
Fish was slightly overcooked but otherwise good.
Would be a very good choice for pre-theater dinner if they could pick up the pace and attentiveness slightly."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 3 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food is very greasy.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We did small plates. Maybe the entrees are better. Great location for the ballet or opera. Also I do not like resturants with TVs"
Dined on 5/07/2013
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Review 4 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Very limited menu
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Only one vegetarian option, and most everything had pork. It would be nice to have some vegetarian appetizers of some sort, like rolls, offer options without pork, expand the menu. Main dishes very limited."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 5 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Disappointing second visit
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We dined at O3 Bistro last year prior to a symphony performance, so came back this year when the occasion presented itself. A new item on the menu, the Chicken Karaage Salad, was overdressed. One of our party ordered the Spring Rolls, which the menu failed to state were fried (not steamed, which was the expectation). In addition, the Lobster Garlic Noodles were over sauced, & the garlic flavor overwhelmed the other ingredients.
On the plus side, the brownie dessert was excellent."
On the plus side, the brownie dessert was excellent."
Dined on 5/02/2013
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Review 6 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"great appetizers but the entrees all were too sweet, almost same flavor."
Dined on 5/03/2013
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Review 7 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Interesting menu and everyone in our party was pleased. Great proximity to civic center events (ballet, opera, symphony, City Arts & Lectures, etc.)"
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 8 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food and close to
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent food and close to the Symphony. An excellent find."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 9 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We came back after a great
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We came back after a great dining experience about 4 weeks ago. The food was once again great! I've got confidence the first time was not an accident. I've recommended the restaurant to friends and expect we will be back again in the near future."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Highly recommended
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I enjoy O3 Bistro & Lounge. Food is great. Service has always been good. Their open face crab sandwich on Friday's is wonderful. I've enjoyed their grilled vegetable sandwich. Was not too impressed with their mushroom soup. This is one of my favorite places to go to in the Civic Center area."
Dined on 04/22/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 11 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My second time there....food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My second time there....food was amazing! Will Return!"
Dined on 04/23/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 12 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Civic Center pre-theater find
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent food with very responsive, thoughtful (and quick) service. Ever since Stars closed, we haven't ventured East of Van Ness for dinner, but O3 is a perfect pre-theater restaurant in the Civic Center area. We'll be back!"
Dined on 04/19/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 13 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My husband and I arrived late
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My husband and I arrived late for our reservation (we had called ahead to let them know), and so we rushed a bit through ordering our dinner (skipping appetizers for example) because we wanted to be able to make it to the beginning of the ballet. There was no need! The food came out so incredibly fast! We were so impressed, and we had time to linger over dessert (rather than over cocktails)."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic
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Review 14 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great when taking in events
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great when taking in events at any of the many cultural institutions in the neighborhood; it's within a block of several.
And, miracle of miracles, we found FREE street parking right out front. Food and service were terrific."
And, miracle of miracles, we found FREE street parking right out front. Food and service were terrific."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 15 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Unfortunately one of the worst
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Unfortunately one of the worst restaurant experiences I've had in San Francisco - unfriendly, unprofessional, extremely slow service. Food only ok, not going back even though the location is very convenient to our office."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2010
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Review 16 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great for before an evening
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great for before an evening event at the symphony or opera."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2004
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 17 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
On Wednesday night a friend
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"On Wednesday night a friend of mine and I had dinner there and it was great. Food and service both excellent. So when friends wanted to go to a new place for lunch, I recommended O3Bistro. Big mistake. We had reservations and were seated immediately. It then took at least 15 minutes before we ever saw a server. Catamari, which on Wed was excellent, today was tough and reaked of being left over from the night before. Food was not hot and just so-so taste. Another thought of being cooked sometime long before it was served to us. Then as we were finishing entrees, check was plopped down on the table. No "would you like coffee or see the dessert menu." No, just pay the check and get the **** out of here. Totally embarrassed for recommend"
Dined on 04/17/2013
2010
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Review 18 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Fried calamari and especially
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Fried calamari and especially fried chicken -salad too much batter! Oxtail tacos funny taste, I like oxtail s generally. Wine by the glass list Very limited,"
Dined on 04/09/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 19 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We've eaten here several times--usu
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We've eaten here several times--usually very good. The food on this occasion was again very good but there was a major party group in the bar and the noise level was incredibly high. We really could not even carry on a conversation (we were sitting nearer to the bar than at the more distant tables). Service was really very good as always."
Dined on 04/09/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 20 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food was good, but felt
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was good, but felt as though the quality didn't meet the price point. I felt like the menu was over priced."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 21 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Opera House location
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Perfect location for a pre-ballet meal, 1/2 way between Civic Center parking and the Opera House. The food was quite good, some of the best crusted salmon ever. The chowder soup special was very good as were the seared scallops. The bar area can be quite loud and busy so give a little extra time to make a show (5:45 for 8:00 just made it). For drinks, beware of the chili salted sweet and spicy -- the salt is really spicy, but good. The menu has changed slightly from the website but not significantly. Will likely go again when attending a show."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 22 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Very interesting and tasty
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very interesting and tasty menu. Great place to go prior to a ballet/opera/concert performance on Van Ness."
Dined on 03/27/2013
1999
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 23 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Perfect place to dine before ballet
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"First time, very impressed with good and service. Perfect spot to fine prior to attending ballet, opera, symphony performances ."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2004
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 24 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
I will never go there again.
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I will never go there again. Bad food--tuna salad: tuna was dry, salad was limp and stale, had to ask for bread--bread was stale. had to ask for salt and pepper. the waitress never came back to ask if everything is o.k. We ordered coffee from another waiter and she then came around to ask if we wanted coffee. overall terrible!!!"
Dined on 03/26/2013
2007
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Review 25 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
We were three people who visited
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We were three people who visited the restaurant. The waiter kindly welcomed us and strongly recommended to eat duck. She told us that it will be tender inside and crispy outside. Two of us decided to order duck. We got tender duck, but the outside was rubber. We were very disappointed and sent the food back out. After 10 minutes came the same duck out again, with the same rubber skin. We gave up and ate the food. The vegetables and rice was now cold, so it was a rather sad meal."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2011
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Review 26 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellently executed food.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellently executed food. I had the salmon for lunch and it was beautiful: gorgeously glazed on a bed of rice with just the right amount of kick and some raw cabbage for texture and crunch. Very nice. The bread pudding for dessert was heavenly with a salted caramel sauce that was just perfect. Definitely will try this place again when in the civic center area."
Dined on 03/20/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 27 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Not for Vegetarians!
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great location near the Opera House and we were able to secure a table at the last minute. The ambiance was nice, upscale, if a tad loud. Looking around I was excited to have booked this restaurant for our group, but then we looked at the menu. Nothing for vegetarians! On the entire menu, literally only one item was vegetarian. No veggie appetizers, just one entree. My heart sank, since half our group is veggie. How can a restaurant in SF not have a couple veggie options?! We asked the waitress for help and she suggested two off-menu items. The recommended off-menu appetizer and sole veggie entree were both served with / smothered in the same hoisin sauce so the flavor profile was one-note and exhausting. We'll be trying other places."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2004
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Review 28 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was good. Service was
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was good. Service was great. Conveniently located."
Dined on 03/20/2013
2001
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 29 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nice romantic place for dinner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Nice romantic place for dinner right at the Civic Center. Perfect place to go before the ballet or symphony."
Dined on 03/17/2013
2002
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 30 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Happy Hour with $1 oysters
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great Happy Hour with $1 oysters on Monday, fried calamari, fried oysters, vegetarian rolls, and lots more."
Dined on 03/18/2013
2002
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 31 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I love O3 bistro and it was
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I love O3 bistro and it was a pleasure to celebrate my birthday dinner w/ my wife there again this year. I def recommend this place as a must have/try if you live in or around the city. It's pricey, but worth every penny bite by bite. I've never left dissappointed."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 32 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
O3 was a pleasant restaurant,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"O3 was a pleasant restaurant, reasonably close to Civic Center BART and the Symphony, SF Jazz, and Opera. There was nothing outstanding about it, but it was solid, the food satisfying and the menu pleasantly brief (not too many choices, but plenty of good options--made it much easier to decide.) Our wait person had a VERY heavy accent, but was attentive and professional if a little hard to understand. The bar appeared to be busy, but not crowded, which made it seem like a good place for cocktails. I had the Lavender Vodka Collins, which was lovely."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 33 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
It was really close to Civic
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It was really close to Civic Center so that was nice to be able to BART in. The ambiance was great - the bar and lounge area were very modern-looking. The food was delicious and quite affordable. My friend and I shared the Oxtail Tacos, Lobster Garlic Noodles, and I had the Braised shortribs and she had the Duck. So tasty! Her bell pepper margarita was interesting and I really liked the lavender drink that I had. I would definitely come back again."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 34 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
O3 Bistro & Lounge
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The O3 Bistro and Lounge is a great addition to the Van Ness/Civic Center neighborhood!
We were warmly welcomed and shown to our table without delay.
The spring rolls were outstanding. The green Beens and fried chicken were also very good.
We were warmly welcomed and shown to our table without delay.
The spring rolls were outstanding. The green Beens and fried chicken were also very good.
Our server was very pleasant! She was attentive - we never felt rushed.
When we placed our dinner order- our server did not hear us ask for one of the 3 items we ordered. Just as well as the portions are generous."
When we placed our dinner order- our server did not hear us ask for one of the 3 items we ordered. Just as well as the portions are generous."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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Review 35 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Should not have been rushed dinner
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Unfortunately, our experience was overall disappointing. Positively, the food is actually not bad. Our server, a prettier Emmy Rossum type, was friendly and attentive. The place though, lacks some polish. Our appetizers came out less than 3 min. of ordering, which is fine if you're in a rush to see a show in the area, but we never mentioned it. Second, our entrees were on top of our appetizers. They alerted us our entrees were on their way, 10 min into our apps, and we're still clearly eating our apps, so of course every plate was on the table. Could they not have waited/timed it? And the guy handed us our hot plates vs. placing them where he could easily do so. Lacking in many ways."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2005
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Review 36 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
O3 is a nice restaurant, but
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"O3 is a nice restaurant, but the food was but up to the standards of other restaurants in the Civic Center area."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2005
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Review 37 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Food, Service and Presentatio
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We needed a restaurant close to the Asian Art Museum for a quick, early dinner. O3 was an experiment, and turned out to be the perfect choice. The four of us tried different things (carrot soup, spring rolls, pot stickers, salmon, duck, scallops & pork belly, and short ribs). All the dishes were tasty, and presented beautifully. We weren't sure about the pork belly, but it was one of the hits of the dinner. The name and the taste were totally different. Glad we tried it. The noise level we experienced at this early hour was low, but it was early and not yet full, so I don't know if that will be true at a more usual hour. (We were there from 5 to 6:30 before an event at the museum.)"
Dined on 03/12/2013
2007
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Review 38 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Interesting menu, with a fusion
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Interesting menu, with a fusion take on favorites that does not obscure the reason these foods are favorites in the first place, yet gives them a fresh, vibrant taste. Service is good. When I asked to have my salmon cooked a little more thoroughly, the server obliged nicely, and when it returned, it was perfect. It's a nice option before the ballet or symphony."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 39 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
3rd time there - very consistent
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"3rd time there - very consistent and well presented food."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 40 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good Asian-fusion food, though
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good Asian-fusion food, though a bit pricey. Long wait for bread 'til they baked it, but delicious when it was finally served."
Dined on 03/05/2013
2008
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Review 41 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My new favorite place to eat
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My new favorite place to eat before the ballet. Tasty food with a nice variety, and a really lovely place to sit and talk with a friend."
Dined on 03/06/2013
2008
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Review 42 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We redeemed a travel zoo voucher,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We redeemed a travel zoo voucher, the food overall was well prepared, the yucca chips with the ceviche were not fried properly, some were limp with too much oil while others were so crisp they shattered. The cocktails were tasty. We had a hard time understanding our server even when she spoke slowly. Also, we redeemed our Yelp free appetizer, she put in the order, but the dish never came to the table, when we asked about it, we were informed we could take it to go. The jury is out as to whether we would return or not."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 43 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
The service at lunch is painfully
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The service at lunch is painfully inadequate. Impossible to go on a one hour lunch break. They need more staff. The food is good although they could use more vegetarian dishes."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2000
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Review 44 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
really had agreat time 2 nights
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"really had agreat time 2 nights in a row."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem
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Review 45 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Food and Service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"So far I have been here twice, at the recommendation of a friend, with whom I went the first time. There are so many good things on the menu that I'm anxious to return to give them all a try. I occasionally book for a group of 6-8 people, and intend to do so in the near future. Food is excellent, reasonably priced and the service is friendly and very good and very timely."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 46 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Really noisy!!!! Asked server
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Really noisy!!!! Asked server to have music turned down . It was, thankfully.
Though we ordered three (3) different things, the flavors all seemed to be the same."
Though we ordered three (3) different things, the flavors all seemed to be the same."
Dined on 02/13/2013
2005
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Review 47 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great location with adequate
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great location with adequate food. Nothing to write home about."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2008
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Review 48 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We picked this restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We picked this restaurant as it was only two blocks from the War Memorial Opera House. Service was excellent and we thoroughly enjoyed our dinner."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 49 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Not as good as before
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Really liked this place when it first opened. The service and food are now poor. Ribs which used to be fresh now feel like they are reheated. Lamb Chops the most expensive dish were tiny. The waitress seemed to have trouble speaking english and just turned her back on us with out allowing us to finish the order. Cloth napkins are now tiny paper napkins. Where the light used to be low and romantic it is now bright lights which means the atmosphere is like being under Neon lights. There is no music and the whole place feels like it lacks that something special. When it first opened everything seemed to flow and the food was strong and fresh. So disappointing to see somewhere lose its mojo."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2005
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Review 50 for O3 Bistro & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Loved O3
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The 4 of us loved it. Modern motif. All different plates and each was delicious. Staff was friendly and helpful. Service was great and quick. Had theater tickets and no problem having cocktails, dinner and plenty of time to walk to Orphem."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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