478 Bourke St
Surry Hills NSW 2010
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Bistrode Menu
Bistrode Website
(02) 9380 7333
(02) 9380 7533
info@bistrode.com
Jeremy & Jane Strode
Average Meal Price
$52 - based on one entree & main course only
$16.50-$21.00
$27.50-$38.00
$4.00-$23.50
Bookings are preferred
No of Seats 40
Lunch
Fri from Noon
Dinner
Tue to Sat from 6pm
Wine on Tuesday to Thursday
Accessibility
Wheelchair Access
Awards
One Good Food Hat
Delivery, Pick Up and Catering
Catering
Dining Features
BYO
Child Friendly
Licensed
Bookings essential
2012
SMH Good Food Guide 2012 - One Chef's Hat
2011
SMH Good Food Guide 2011 - One Chef's Hat
2011
Australian Gourmet Traveller 2011 - One Star
2010
SMH Good Food Guide 2010 - One Chef's Hat
2009
SMH Good Food Guide 2009 - One Chef's Hat
2008
SMH Good Food Guide 2008 - One Chef's Hat
2007
SMH Good Food Guide 2007 - Editor's Picks - Favourite Bistro
2007
SMH Good Food Guide 2007 - One Chef's Hat
5.3 Average
Food 5 Ambience 5 Service 6 Value 5
We had a group of 16 and so had a separate area which was fine. The entree's were quite tasty, however, of the four mains on the set menu, none were a stand out. Some too salty, others bland. Its a shame because I was looking forward to it. The service was average, though it's always difficult with a big group.
Jan 20, 2012
1.5 Not Recommended
Food 3 Ambience 1 Service 1 Value 1
We had dinner at Bristrode for the first time and despite reading reviews, we decided to go. The decor is really average but to my disappointment the food is equally as average. My boyfriend should have just cooked us a better meal at home.
For the price, this restaurant is a real rip off. Also the host was extremely pushy, after declining his suggestion to starters once, he proceeded to ask and say 'you really should have some starters' 3 or 4 times. You could just tell that he wanted for us to eat a lot to hike up the bill, really distasteful.
One important note, if you have to go Don't try the honey tart with peanut butter icecream. The most expensive thing on the dessert menu and also the Worst!
Dec 12, 2011
3.5 Below Average
Food 3 Ambience 5 Service 3 Value 3
I went there a Saturday night with a friend, I wait 40 minutes to have the entree and other 45 minutes to get the main courses, I think that's too much.
I asked the waiter to have some more one from our bottle, he told me there was no wine left, I asked him to check again and surprise, there was some more!
We had a booking at 6pm and we must leave at 8pm, the main came out at 7.30 and when we just finished they asked us if we want dessert.
The presentation of the dishes were nice but the food nothing special, I can cook something better at home. No flavour, the meat was cold and undercooked.
For sure I don't go back an other time, I'm really surprise that it's always busy!
Nov 27, 2011
7.8 Recommended
Food 7 Ambience 8 Service 9 Value 7
We booked in advance and got the table for two in the window. Although not BYO on the weekend, they accommodated our request to bring in a bottle of Grange during the week for Saturday night (as it was a special occasion). Our waiter was a young french guy, and was skillful, warm and genuine interested in us and the food.
Chicken oysters and chorizo was a standout starter, and the steak was enjoyed by a steak lover. Slightly disappointed by the desserts, the Chocolate Mess didn't have any elements to cut through the chocolate, a little too rich.
Peanut butter icecream was fantastic, but again I felt the dish didn't have enough to balance the strength of the ice cream.
Overall, I am recommending and I will be going back. This is a little gem to have a high quality dinner for two, or to enjoy a larger group evening.
Oct 27, 2011
7 Recommended
Food 7 Ambience 7 Service 7 Value 7
We really liked Bistrode. 2 Couples on a rainy busy Friday night. It's small and bustly, and the proximity of all the services on top of each other makes for an informal dining experience which we liked. If it suffered from anything, it's that very Sydney problem of staff with attitude. Only one staff member mind you, but if it were my business (I own 3) I'd turf her out on her ear. Otherwise great.
Sep 20, 2011
6.5 Recommended
Food 7 Ambience 6 Service 6 Value 7
We came here for dinner midweek in a medium-sized group and generally enjoyed ourselves despite a few things that let the meal down slightly. Everyone really enjoyed their mains, the duck dish a particular favourite. Cooked to perfection, it was a lovely balance between richer (duck and mushrooms) and light (rice paper roll and thinly sliced veges). The sides were also eaten up with relish (creamy baked cauliflower was delish).
However, the meal was let down by the desserts, a rather haphazard selection that seemed to be (at least in writing) more showy than tasty. The lavender creme brulée just didn't have the x factor, nor did the chocolate fondant. Our only niggle was that our waitress was not very warm or friendly. She seemed visibly stressed and her manner was brusque. Though in the larger part, the cosy atmosphere and hearty food made for a lovely meal.
Aug 05, 2011
7 Recommended
Food 7 Ambience 8 Service 7 Value 6
I ate here twice in the past few months. It is a good bistro, though I do not know why you would specialize in 'British' cuisine.
Most dishes were ok, especially the duck. However the 'corned (waygu) beef' was really bad. I should have guessed what was coming when I ordered it, but did not think it would actually be 'corned beef'. My mistake, but one I would not want to make again.
Jul 31, 2011
4.5 Below Average
Food 6 Ambience 4 Service 4 Value 4
A sad night rude service to noisy all tiles and walls and having one of the owners sitting next to us and ignore the level of service was a gob smack. My partners steak was cold, my duck dry and the choclate fondant too dry. Not to mention having to crash tackle the waitress to get anything.
Jun 12, 2011
7 Recommended
Food 8 Ambience 5 Service 8 Value 7
A mid-week dinner for 2 was ruined by the overwhelming noise level. We were at a small table but had to lean across to hear each other, my date said it made him tense and it was a relief to get out. We both hated the hard seating and felt at this price level that sound insulation and comfortable seating should be essentials. However, the modern Brit (not European, French as described here) food was very good and service fine, though wines by the glass are limited to one choice only in each category.
May 23, 2011
4.5 Below Average
Food 3 Ambience 7 Service 3 Value 5
1 hat restaurant? Cornbeef was too tough, trout was boring. The waitress didn't even fill up our wine glasses and made us feel unwelcome. Ambience was good.
But I can't stand a bad service.
Mar 20, 2011
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