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Hilltop Bistro
Hilltop Bistro is located in North Nanaimo and serves contemporary French Cuisine
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41 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.7
/
5
Rating Breakdown 41 reviews
5 stars
(28)
4 stars
(13)
3 stars
(0)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.8
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(35)
- neighborhood gem(31)
- special occasion(27)
- romantic(18)
- hot spot(8)
- notable wine list(8)
Hilltop Bistro Reviews List
Review 1 for Hilltop Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food and service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We went to the Bistro for dinner based on a recommendation from some friends. I had the lamb and my wife the cornish game hen. Both were excellent in taste and presentation. Service was friendly and attentive and timing out of the kitchen was perfect. This is a little gem of a restaurant and I highly recommend it. WIll definitely be going back."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 2 for Hilltop Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Hilltop is a gem
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had heard great reviews and decided to try for a family birthday. We all tried the 3 course selection each course was superb. We have decided this is our new favourite restaurant. Excellent!"
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 3 for Hilltop Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Top Rate in all categories
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent food (best I have ever had, other than my wife's of course), excellent and personal service was a great enhancement to the evening. the ambiance is warm, friendly and romantic....a great place to propose! the Hilltop Bistro is now our "Go To Eatery for all occassions"."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for Hilltop Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Hilltop Bistro ~ Fine Dining
OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/12/2013
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was our third trip to the Hilltop Bistro and it has quickly become our very favourite place to celebrate anything or take out of friends to,...any excuse really to eat there. Everything is top notch and they always surpass my expectations. I would not hesitate to recommend it and have to pretty much anyone that will listen to me :). The staff is friendly, knowledgable and prompt. The food is beautiful and tastes amazing. Intimate little spot...you will need a reservation."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 5 for Hilltop Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very good food & service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Limited menu but good choices. Food tasty -- small portion of scallops.
Very attentive service. Very noisy."
Very attentive service. Very noisy."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 6 for Hilltop Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
wine price
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We found the wine a little on the pricy side/no affordable choices. We still had a great time."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Hilltop Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Hilltop is our favorite restaurant in Nanaimo...the food and service is always Excellent. We are recognized when we come in, they remember our favorite wines....it is always a special experience. Ryan the owner and chef always takes time to come by and say hello. We have recommend the Hilltop Bistro to our friends!"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 8 for Hilltop Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This is the best restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is the best restaurant in Nanaimo, and would rival the best in the lower mainland. We have some new gems here, by young restauranteurs, that have significantly improved the dining scene. For dining in the evening, this is the best. A small and refined menu, a small selection of wine and beers. Everyone by I had the wine pairings menu, and everyone loved their meal. All 6 of us. Keep it going! Thank you."
Dined on 28/04/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 9 for Hilltop Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best Restaurant in Nanaimo
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This is by far the best restaurant I've dined at in Nanaimo. The food was divine. The wine pairing was excellent. The service was professional and friendly. Can't wait to return!"
Dined on 24/04/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 10 for Hilltop Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Our third visit and not quite
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our third visit and not quite as good as the previous two. Sat at our table for 10 minutes without a greeting or offering a drink, it felt like 1 server was definitely not enough as she seemed frayed and rushed for most of our stay. The food was excellent, but a few small things stood out. The pork belly was not crispy like it usually is, and the lemon custard was much sweeter than previously and some plates were a bit cold. Very minor things I know. We will definitely go back, but I hope their success and gain in popularity is not watering down the soup as they say."
Dined on 20/04/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 11 for Hilltop Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fantastic experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I suspect that my dinner at Hilltop Bistro will be something I remember much longer than most other restaurant meals. As each course of the prix fixe came, my friends and I stopped talking briefly while we explored all the wonderful, thoughtful components of our dishes. Everything was delicious, inventive, and visually pleasing. The atmosphere in the small place is energetic and warm. Some might find it a bit noisy, but we liked the atmosphere very much. Looking forward to the opening of the patio."
Dined on 20/04/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 12 for Hilltop Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nanaimo's Best Spot for Dinner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great experience after wanting to come here for a while. The quality and presentation of the food is outstanding. The service is courteous and knowledgable, and atmosphere is clean and relaxing. Definitely the best dining experience available in Nanaimo and not meant just for special occasions. You can even just grab a drink and some charcuterie at the bar. It's affordable and interesting without being pretentious. Highly recommended and we'll be back soon."
Dined on 13/04/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 13 for Hilltop Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Truly outstanding food and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Truly outstanding food and presentation. Personal and knowledgable service.
Excellent use of locally sourced foods and wines."
Excellent use of locally sourced foods and wines."
Dined on 06/04/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 14 for Hilltop Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Small portions and expensive.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Small portions and expensive. Entres are all over $20. But, food, service and ambience were excellent and we'd return for a special occasion."
Dined on 05/04/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for Hilltop Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Never disappointed!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"As usually a wonderful dining experience. Carlie introduced me to a new wine and it was all she said it would be. Branched out again and selected cheese cake for dessert."
Dined on 28/03/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 16 for Hilltop Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A great new restaurant, one
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A great new restaurant, one of the best in Nanaimo. Small menu and wine list but but outstanding quality."
Dined on 24/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, special occasion
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Review 17 for Hilltop Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best in town by a really long
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Best in town by a really long way. We shouldn't tell anyone because then we won't be able to get in."
Dined on 14/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 18 for Hilltop Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Lovely small restaurant with
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Lovely small restaurant with great service and fantastic food. Celiac friendly choices available."
Dined on 06/03/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 19 for Hilltop Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This was our second visit.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was our second visit. The food is outstanding. I particularly like the duck confit and my wife really likes the beet salad. The wine list is quite good for a small establishment."
Dined on 23/02/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Hilltop Bistro
Based on the average of (22) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.8
/
5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.9
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic