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Bistro Bordeaux
The philosophy of the menu at Bistro Bordeaux is an expression of our French culinary heritage, for which we have a profound admiration. The support of our local farmers allows us to use the freshest produce and seafood, just as one would find in the markets in the south of France. The menu showcases the freshness of these pure ingredients through simple, flavorful combinations.
As the passing of fall brings day light savings time with early nightfall, we are always excited to welcome back the great comfort food dishes typically found in bistros; the first taste of the “Braised Short Ribs” and the pervading perfumes of the long cooked “coq au vin”, come to mind. It is, in our opinion, this style of cuisine that offers the clearest definition of traditionally rooted French fare
We hope you enjoy the eating as much as we enjoy the preparation in the kitchen and wish you all "Bon appétit"!
The team at Bistro Bordeaux
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As the passing of fall brings day light savings time with early nightfall, we are always excited to welcome back the great comfort food dishes typically found in bistros; the first taste of the “Braised Short Ribs” and the pervading perfumes of the long cooked “coq au vin”, come to mind. It is, in our opinion, this style of cuisine that offers the clearest definition of traditionally rooted French fare
We hope you enjoy the eating as much as we enjoy the preparation in the kitchen and wish you all "Bon appétit"!
The team at Bistro Bordeaux
176 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 176 reviews
5 stars
(67)
4 stars
(80)
3 stars
(20)
2 stars
(8)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(98)
- fit for foodies(97)
- special occasion(76)
- romantic(66)
- notable wine list(56)
- great for brunch(22)
Bistro Bordeaux Reviews List
Review 1 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Super French bistro - classic offerings with a few modern twists - the food was superb and the service attentive and knowledgeable. I've been for brunch and dinner. Definitely a stand-out in Evanston."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Steak & frites were excellent. Great dinner."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Not up to the Mother's Day tasks.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I am a regular diner here and was really disappointed in the experience on Mother's Day. Waiter was spread too thin, food arrived lukewarm, and whole experience was generally not up to standards I expected."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Limited menu lacking in non-meat choices"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
yeah a new chef!
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Ever since BB got a new Chef, I'd have to say the food has gotten more consistently delicious. the previous one didnt seem to manage well especially during busy weekends. The steaks frites are delicious. This was an issue before with the consistency of the frites either being delivered undercooked and greasy to overly cooked and too crisp. The fish specials now have flavor and overall depth of flavor as before needed some seasoning. I've never really had an issue here with service as the staff here has been relatively consistent and well trained, friendly and engaging. Pascal the owner has a continued presence in the restaurant and you'll see him regularly helping out, carving dishes tableside, and greeting guests. A huge improvement!"
Dined on 4/20/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 6 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Wow..... What happened to the food?
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food used to so great! Not a good experience this time....Sorry"
Dined on 04/22/2013
2011
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Review 7 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We went with a group of 8
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We went with a group of 8 friends with years to catch up on. Food and service were great!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 8 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My dinner at Bistro Bordeaux
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My dinner at Bistro Bordeaux was an excellent experience on al fronts. The food--I had the Idaho trout with peas, leeks and mushrooms served with purple mashed potatoes; my partner had steak frites. Both were delicious. Although the room is crowded, noise did not seem to be an issue on a Sunday evening.It's an outstanding addition to Evanston dining."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Duck was wonderful! Escargots
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Duck was wonderful! Escargots was very disappointing no garlic or butter flavor at all. Bouillabaisse had about double plus the amount of potatoes &little else ,of any we ever had in France or any French restaurant we've ever been to . I made a special call to say we had a birthday & told the waiter who acknowledged that he knew. Dessert was served & finished when the check came instead of the birthday dessert we told him again he then brought something, quite after the fact! Not anxious to go back!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2011
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Review 10 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
While the food was good, it
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"While the food was good, it was overpriced for the type of food and I felt the atmosphere was a little pretentious."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2002
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Review 11 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A very enjoyable dining experience.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A very enjoyable dining experience. Interesting, although somewhat limited, menu with all the bistro favorites. The moules frites are as good as any you'll find in France or Belgium. Polite and attentive service. Wine list is exclusively French and rather pricey. We've been several times and will continue to return."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Our first time there. The
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our first time there. The food, specifically the trout, was superb. Service was excellent. We will surely go back. Somewhat noisey and tables very close together. We heard both conversations from the tables next to us. Mostly problems with their kids or other people's kids."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 13 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always a great experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Always a great experience here. We brought some friends this trip and they were just as impressed. Highly recommend the trout and duck and charcuterie appetizer and, last but not least, the meringue for dessert which is nothing short of incredible."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 14 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food and wines that
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent food and wines that are not found elsewhere and are fairly priced."
Dined on 04/10/2013
2003
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 15 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
While I personally was not
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"While I personally was not overjoyed with my food and experience, the rest of my group absolutely loved their food, we ordered the steak tartare and escargot and everyone raved about them, steak ponne frites were order by 3 of us and the steak was a bit tough but the frites were yummy. The duck was amazing and my husband said the trout was the best fish he had ever eaten. Desserts were well received as well, the merengue, pain pardu and chocolate terrine were all very good. Overall, service and food were great for mostly everyone and we would definitely return."
Dined on 04/10/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Overall very good but slooooooow
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Overall very good but slooooooow service"
Dined on 04/10/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 17 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Dinner was excellent. Wine
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Dinner was excellent. Wine list is impressive. We had a great evening!"
Dined on 04/10/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 18 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Wonderful!!! Everything perfectly
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderful!!! Everything perfectly prepared. Keeps getting better and better."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2004
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Review 19 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We LOVED the Sunday brunch!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We LOVED the Sunday brunch!! So much so that my 15 year old son asked if he could go back and bring his friends!! The food was excellent, we will be back! Thanks!"
Dined on 04/07/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 20 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Our waiter was not particularly
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our waiter was not particularly attentive to us when compared to the other table he was waiting on. I felt like he did not show us the same amount of attention and did not want to interact with us. He didn't even come by at once to ask how the food. I didn't have a problem with any of the food but it still would have been nice to check in on us. My boyfriend and I were here before on our first date and everything went perfect until the owner or manager of the establishment chased us a block and a half because he thought we didn't give enough for a tip. Talk about embarrassing!!! My boyfriend had a very good tip in fact on the table and did not place it on the receipt tray because we were in a bit of a hurry to leave."
Dined on 04/07/2013
2011
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
I went in to celebrate my
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I went in to celebrate my birthday and there was tension at the table to begin with and the server didn't help the situation at all. He was completely rude and gave us attitude whenever we asked him for anything. I have never felt soooo awful from dining at a restaurant to the point where I have cried. The manager Nory (sp?) was very understanding and made sure to accomodate our feedback."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 22 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Our go-to place for small
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our go-to place for small family get-togethers, or just when we feel like good, reliable French bistro food. As good, or better as any of this type in the city or suburbs."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 23 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Easter Dinner. Excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great Easter Dinner. Excellent server: Michael"
Dined on 03/31/2013
2001
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 24 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food, terrific service,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food, terrific service, the wait staff knows their food and their wines and is very attentive... GREAT profiteroles!"
Dined on 03/29/2013
2010
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Review 25 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent Bistro
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I am a frequent diner here for a reason: the food is very good. I took my daughter out for oysters (Tuesdays are “oyster night”). We ate two dozen; half east coast/ half west coast. Fresh, briny and firm with three clear sauces(one a bit spicy, one mostly vinegar and one on the buttery side).
My daughter had Coq au Vin which was tender and delicious in the classic French preparation. I had Gnocchi Parisienne à l’Arome de Café et son Agneau Braisé (braised lamb shoulder, Julius Meinl coffee gnocchis, oil cured olives, tomato concassée, confit shallots, lemon preserve, Aleppo pepper) which was melt-in-your-mouth good. Salty, savory and a slight sweetness brought out the rich lamb flavor beautifully."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 26 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We always have a great meal
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We always have a great meal at Bistro Bordeaux. We both had the barramunda (sp?). Very fresh and flavorful."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2004
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Review 27 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We're never disappointed at
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We're never disappointed at our favorite local bistro. So happy they settled into Evanston, and made the dining scene even better. Another lovely evening."
Dined on 03/19/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 28 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Maybe needs an "Extreme Makeover"
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A real test of a fine restaurant is how it sustains its quality of food, service and ambiance over time. Perhaps it was just this singular instance, but BB did not present itself well in ambiance and service especially. Others have told me that they have recently been disappointed in the food quality as well."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2007
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Review 29 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Not worth the price
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The meal was average and pricy. I had the steak frieze and it was tough. Service was good but $90 for soup, entree and glass of wine for two, I expected the food to be very good and not average."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2008
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Review 30 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Especially in a restaurant
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Especially in a restaurant like Bistro Bordeaux which attempted to be very romantic (i.e., hanging candles for light, etc.) and upscale, the management should remind tables not to be very loud. One table in the middle of this small restaurant had a young child who was yelling for quite some time. The parents did not attempt to stop the noise which was annoying to those of us near them. The manager should recognize his obligation to all customers to provide a more pleasant dining environment and not permit one table to ruin it for everyone."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2001
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Review 31 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Sweet restaurant, super friendly
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food here was extremely good to outstanding. I had the butterbrown trout and couldn't stop eating it. My friend had the dessert that was like french toast dipped in creme brulee. So amazing. Most appealing was the attentive and friendly staff."
Dined on 03/20/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 32 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ooh La la
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent food, great service. I am a HUGE water drinker. Never once wanted for a refill. Sounds like a litte thing but to me this matters a lot. Loved the $1 oyster special & they tasted super fresh."
Dined on 03/19/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 33 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We have been to this restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We have been to this restaurant many times and each time it gets better. The food is wonderful and the service is excellent. The owner normally comes out to greet people. We love it and are frequent diners."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 34 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had a terrific experience.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a terrific experience. My husband and I made reservations the day of for another couple and ourselves. We were seated right away at our reservation time. The restaurant was full, which is always a good sign! Delicious food. They had the authentic French mustard for our steak-frites!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 35 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Well executed classical French
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Well executed classical French bistro food with great wines"
Dined on 03/12/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 36 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was great as always
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was great as always and "Oyster Tuesday" ($1 each)is the greatest deal ever !!"
Dined on 03/12/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 37 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
my wife and I always enjoy
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"my wife and I always enjoy coming to this restauraunt when we get the chance for a night out. Great bistro food, wonderful service, great wine, lovely room, no stress. Thanks!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 38 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Bistro Bordeaux never disappoints!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Bistro Bordeaux never disappoints!"
Dined on 03/01/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 39 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Slice of France in Evanston
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food, a little noisy but was worth it for some excellent dishes."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 40 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent classic bistro.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We knew that Pascal (owner/ proprietor) hired a new chef, and wanted to see if that made a difference. We waited a month for him to settle in. we were not disappointed. Menu included dishes ranging from classic bistro fare such as cassoulet (homemade sausage, veal stock, whole lardon) or steak frites (juicy and tender with huge flavor and golden, crisp pommes frites) to more local fare (trout, salmon, lamb shank) prepared simply but with huge and complex flavor. The duck breast confit, on a bed of sauteed kale in a setting of orange/carrot reduction is a must. Do have the fois gras with banana (it works! it's incredible). Very good wine list which our server knew well. Warm dark wood and low lighting adds perfect atmosphere."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 41 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Painfully slow service.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were at brunch for two hours due to painfully slow service. We will not be returning."
Dined on 02/24/2013
2013
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Review 42 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Pleasant look, and nice atmosphere.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Pleasant look, and nice atmosphere. Service was okay, but had to ask a couple of times to get some extra salad dressing, and something else. The food is okay, nothing special. The prices are a little high. e.g. I had Croque Madam Sandwich, wife had Fish entree. One salad,one Onion Soup, 2 soft drinks, 2 deserts. $109 including tip,plus parking,and coat check.
I would recommend restaurant because it is one of the few French Bistros around, and the food and service is okay."
I would recommend restaurant because it is one of the few French Bistros around, and the food and service is okay."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2012
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Review 43 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Truly ouststanding restaurant.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Truly ouststanding restaurant. Very authentic french and executed flawlessly. Great wine list. Its a little pricey if you do it up but its well worth it."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 44 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Have been here several times
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Have been here several times and this visit showed poorly. A dispirited woman was posted at the center bar, setting the tone of the staff. Our waiter lacked knowledge and was disorganized. The food was poorly timed, very average, too much salt and lacking in fresh seasonings and herbs. The restaurant seems to be losing its French authenticity."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2006
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Review 45 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Wonderful floating island
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Wonderful floating island - not always on menu - and rainbow trout. Table for 2 a little cramped."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 46 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Almost felt like in France,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Almost felt like in France, especially because the waiters were talking french...
Delicous food, nice atmosphere - we'll be back:-)"
Delicous food, nice atmosphere - we'll be back:-)"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2011
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 47 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Interesting and tasty dishes.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Interesting and tasty dishes. Very good service."
Dined on 02/19/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 48 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Bistro Bordeaux is one of
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Bistro Bordeaux is one of our two go to spots in Evanston (along with Campagnola). This time we chose it for our Valentine's dinner. They go out of their way to dress up the restaurant with romantic lighting, and they also had extended their Restaurant Week specials for the week. We had the roast chicken and the salmon entrees. Both delicious. We also enjoyed the reasonably priced wine that the server recommended."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 49 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very human
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The room was beautiful, candles everywhere for Valentine's Day. Apps were superb, my wife had the mussels which were fantastic, I went with the Steak-Frites, it was cooked perfectly but the cut of meat was not as good, (stringy) as I would have expected. We ordered after dinner drinks my wife's came, mine did not, by the time they realized it they rushed and brought me the wrong thing. Handled it wonderfully, hence the very good for service but not outstanding. We will definitely go back, I'll probably try one of the cassoulets next time. We are looking forward to it."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 50 for Bistro Bordeaux
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Our second year to have Valentine's
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our second year to have Valentine's Day dinner there, and this one did disappoint a bit...mainly because they crammed too many tables into that restaurant! It's a lovely scene, with the glass bubble votives hanging from the ceiling and perfectly dim lighting - really beautiful, and the food is always (in our experience) quite good. The service was slow this time, though, and we really felt WAY too close to our neighbors."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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