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Sun
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tue
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Wed
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Thu
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Fri
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Sat
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Ratings and reviews
4.0
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PRICE RANGE
$7.00 – $45.00
CUISINES
Italian, International, Dining bars
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
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PRICE RANGE
$7.00 – $45.00
CUISINES
Italian, International, Dining bars
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks
FEATURES
Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Dog Friendly
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4.0
423 reviews
Excellent
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Very good
78
Average
39
Poor
31
Terrible
39
Jadam
16 contributions
Nov 2022 • couples
All gluten free menu so was very safe. We had the pasta which was really nice but wasn’t the most filling. The portion sizes aren’t great for the price and would only recommend for lunch and not an evening meal. Nice atmosphere inside and the staff are helpful and friendly.
Written November 3, 2022
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Sarah H
Bristol100 contributions
Favorite Review
Aug 2022 • friends
A whole restaurant gluten free… pure heaven!! We went as a group of 4.. tagliatelle and ravioli was delicious. Lemon meringue cake was insane!
Only complaint was no lasagne as they had run out.
Service fantastic, waitress couldn’t do more to help. I was the only celiac in the group and the waitress gave me bread to try and sent me home with a goody bag. What service!! It was so kind and I really enjoyed trying different things. I would definitely go back
Written August 12, 2022
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Stephanie O
10 contributions
Feb 2022 • family
Very happy we stumbled across this place - the staff were so nice and provided recommendations on the wine to accompany our main meals. A smaller restaurant so we were definitely lucky to get a table. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a lunch spot - next time I’ll try the desserts!
Written February 27, 2022
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Katie M
4 contributions
Oct 2022 • couples
Me and my partner were excited to visit the Bistro as I suffer from coeliac disease and had seen many positive reviews.
Me and my partner booked a table for the evening of 25/10/22. We arrived for our meal and were shown upstairs to a small room. The table we were given was a two seater crammed right next to the top of the staircase. My partner was sat on a poor excuse for a stool which was very small and uncomfortable (and we are not big people) and it was also boiling hot in the room.
As we were the only people up in the dining area (literally the only people!) we asked if we could move to the next table along which was a 4 seater with two chairs and a small 2 person stool as well as being next to the window. The lady serving replied stating “no, as this is a table for 4 people”, we found this unreasonable seeing as the place was completely empty and we’d been crammed next to the top of the staircase despite booking in advance and the place being empty.
We then asked if we could move seats again and were led to the next room along, another small room, with a small bench along one wall with a table and a chair opposite where we were placed right in the corner. The bench was very uncomfortable and this room was also boiling hot. After we sat down, the lady serving disappeared for around 10 minutes before coming to take our drinks orders. My partner asked the lady serving if she could turn the air conditioning on as it was very hot so she tried but it wasn’t working, and then she disappeared for another 10 minutes.
We ended up leaving without even ordering drinks or food as we were so disappointed by the poor service we received. I wouldn’t recommend this place sadly.
Written November 1, 2022
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VdSMilano
Dear Kariem,
if you and Harry, as you write, have read so many reviews about Bistrò, I'm sure you knew - as it is also written on the first page of our online menu - that here you would have found "a LITTLE corner of Paris, a succession of ROOMS with (...) SOFAS AND SMALL TABLES (...) whose PROXIMITY TO THE OTHERS alone would be enough to give you that retro atmosphere (...) that only a Parisian Bistro can offer ".
Honestly, if our "offer" is not as you expected, we do not understand why you have to make a negative review: we have reserved a table for you (which is much loved by so many customers, so much that it is often asked for pic on magazines ...) that is not to your liking? We tried to give you another one available (since the place was almost entirely reserved that evening) but even then we couldn't meet your expectations? Sorry, you can't imagine how much… because we always do everything to please our customers…. But if the air conditioning on October 26 is not working and you were hot, perhaps because too heavily dressed, maybe (MAYBE !!) we don't feel like offering "poor service" as you say.
Really sorry that many customers use the reviews tool in this way.
You couldn't tell what and how you ate.
You cannot describe the food service.
You can't say anything about the value for money.
We were educated in trying to please you but we could not give you a table reserved for others or turn on the air conditioning on 26.10 ....
"Poor service" is what people like you give to TripAdvisor users with reviews like yours. Sorry. Very Much.
Written November 3, 2022
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Allcheckedin
Los Angeles23 contributions
Jul 2024 • couples
The service was aweful. They seated us in "tourist corner" on the upper level with poor ventilation and no a/c and the tall and loud waiter was shouting at everyone. Seemed to get frustrated at basic simple questions and instructions.
The pastas were extremely average only.
The funniest was , we asked for lemonaid or lemon soda - he says we only have with fresh lemon juice - we said that's great.
What arrived was a glass full for straight lemon juice. Like 6 lemons squeezed into a glass undiluted. We were shocked upon sipping it obviously.
When we sought to clarify with him, the waiter insisted that this is what we ordered.
Negative points for brainless service and further for arguing!
Of course were charged for that glass of lemon juice.
I appreciate that they have a whole gluten free menu but that's hardly unique in Milan. Just because you think you offer something unique doesn't give you the license to give shoddy service !
On the upside the gentleman at the bakery counter was very kind and we loved the chocolate almond cake!
Written July 30, 2024
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bistrò noitre
Dear Allcheckein,
what a curious review ...
First of all, we would like to know what you think of a "tourist corner".... because from the way you described it, it would seem to be the "ugly" one, while table 205 is one of the most appreciated by our customers...
Secondly, we do not understand why there is "much ado about nothing" due to an obvious misunderstanding linked to the fact that, for us in Italy, "lemonade" is not so usual ...: probably you wanted squeezed lemons and water.... and since there was water at the table... why did you not simply put part of the squeezed lemons that were brought to you in a glass with a little water? Doesn't it seem a bit sterile to argue about so little?
And above all, doesn't it seem disrespectful towards those who work there to call them "brainless" just because you were evidently unable to explain yourself in a request that is unusual for us, in a language that is foreign to us...?
One last observation: our menu is gluten-free because our philosophy has always been to reduce allergens to a minimum to offer the most inclusive experience possible. I would say that this vision has little to do with the concept of "GF tourist trap" ... but on the other hand from your words and your way of expressing yourself towards those who work every day in the service of others it seems that the worst "trap" for you is your total lack of empathy ...
Maybe too many lemons.
Thank you for appreciating our Caprese cake, after all chocolate always works miracles with serotonin..;)
_________________________________________
Gentile Allcheckein,
che recensione curiosa ...
In primis ci piacerebbe conoscere che idea hai di "angolino turistico".... perchè per come lo hai descritto sembrerebbe quello "brutto", mentre il tav.205 è uno dei più apprezzati dalla nostra clientela...
Secondariamente non capiamo perchè cos' "tanto rumore per nulla" per un'evidente incomprensione legata al fatto che, per noi in Italia, non è così usuale la "limonata" ...: probabilmente voi volevate limoni spremuti e acqua.... e visto che l'acqua al tavolo c'era... perchè non avete semplicemente messo parte dei limoni spremuti che vi sono stati portati in un bicchiere con un po' di acqua? Non vi sembra un po' sterile una polemica per così poco?
E soprattutto non vi sembra poco rispettoso nei confronti di chi lavora definirlo "senza cervello" solo perchè non siete evidentemente riusciti a spiegarvi in una richiesta per noi inusuale, in una lingua per noi straniera...?
Un ultima osservazione: il nostro menù è senza glutine perchè la nostra filosofia è da sempre quella di ridurre al minimo gli allergeni per offrire un'esperienza il più possibile inclusiva. Direi che questa visione ha poco a che fare con il concetto di "trappola GF per turisti".... ma del resto dalle sue parole e dal suo modo di esprimersi nei confronti di chi lavora ogni giorni al servizio degli altri sembra che la "trappola" peggiore per voi sia la vostra totale assenza di empatia...
Forse troppi limoni.
Grazie per aver apprezzato la nostra torta Caprese, del resto il cioccolato fa sempre miracoli con la seratonina..;)
Written August 4, 2024
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sarah groves
Manchester7 contributions
Dec 2023 • couples
We’ve been in Milan for a few days and struggled to find a restaurant with easy to access gluten free food! I had Milanese risotto several times 🙈 … This place was a dream, in 16 years I’ve never had a full menu to choose from. Food was delicious, helpful friendly staff too and not ridiculously expensive like a lot of gluten free food which seems to attract a premium. We stayed a few hours and had 3 courses - we weren’t pressurised to leave either! The best dining out experience of our trip without doubt, can’t recommend enough, thank you 🙏
Written December 8, 2023
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Bistrò Milano
Grazie a voi... tornate presto a trovarci
Written December 10, 2023
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Milly Burfoot
7 contributions
Jul 2024 • couples
I visited this with my coeliac partner and he said he’s never had a better meal out in his life. The entire restaurant is gluten free (coeliac safe) and our server was also coeliac meaning she could reassure us on the safety of the meals. The staff were amazing and polite, squeezing us in without a booking, however would recommend booking as it’s a small place.
We had the fried finger food starter, and the 2 handmade ravioli (meat + vegetarian) which came with complimentary homemade bread, all were perfect size and delicious! Amazing range of gluten free beer as well. Even as a non gluten free person myself the food was amazing.
We thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience and will definitely be back next time we’re in Milan.
Written July 16, 2024
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The_Coach55
Ruislip1212 contributions
Oct 2022 • solo
Bistro is situated on Corso Magenta and is close to the Archaeological museum.
I had a late lunch here and was able to get a table without prior booking on a Wednesday afternoon.
I had potato soup with croutons to start, pasta with clams and porcini mushrooms for main course and tiramisu for dessert.
All were really good. The tiramisu came in its component parts. The black coffee and sponge fingers separate from the mascarpone cream. It was very filling.
To drink, I had both Aperol and Campari spritz plus a glass of grappa with the tiramisu.
Thoroughly enjoyable and the service was nice too.
Cost was €58 excluding service.
Written October 14, 2022
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John S
21 contributions
Jun 2022 • couples
Everything Gluten free, nice Ambiente, and food is ok . BUT practically no service at all and very small meal portions. We came in and were seated in the last corner, although the Bistro was quite empty, we waited a good moment to be served an after that our starter an main dish came immediately and practically no time between, just to be forgotten for the rest of our stay.
Written June 3, 2022
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mctavish2017
Macclesfield71 contributions
Jun 2023 • family
This quirky bistro is amazing. If you are gluten free, vegetarian , lactose intolerant or vegan this is the place to go. I was with three family members who have no intolerance, they ate pasta, bagels, pate, ricotta and tomatoes on bread.They bake there own breads which are the nicest I've had. Each of us absolutely loved it. All the food is good for all allergies/ intolerance needs. It was so refreshing to be able to eat anything from the menu. Well done!
Written June 29, 2023
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Lauren
33 contributions
Jul 2023 • couples
Everything on the menu is gluten free!! We came here for lunch and had the most amazing focaccia sandwiches, and the staff were really lovely too! It was so nice and rare to find somewhere that is fully gluten free but tastes absolutely amazing so I was really happy! My boyfriend (who is not gluten free) had the focaccia too and really enjoyed it. Would definitely recommend!!
Written July 12, 2023
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Wendy C
1 contribution
Jul 2023 • couples
As a celiac, I was so excited to try this place after reading the reviews, and I was not disappointed! Ordered the tagliatelle with bolognese sauce and my husband had ravioli, both delicious. And was brought a small bucket of rolls, which were also great. For dessert, the sachertort was amazing, and non-celiac hubby loved the cheesecake. Definitely recommend!
Written July 29, 2023
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trafalgarman
Morley49 contributions
Dec 2023 • couples
My wife is gluten intolerant and we were looking for safe and tasty dining during our stay in Milan.
We have dined here twice and also purchased pastries to take away.
The menu choices, food quality and service were excellent and we would recommend this restaurant both to those with or without allergies.
Written December 30, 2023
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Elizabeth74
5 contributions
Aug 2024 • family
This restaurant is fantastic! The food was excellent, freshly made and served by fantastic staff. I am coeliac and this is the first time I've ever been able to have the choice of everything off a menu, it was wonderful! My husband and son are not coeliac and thought their dishes were absolutely delicious. Their philosophy is wonderful and I wish them every success- we will certainly be back when we are next in Milan!
Written August 2, 2024
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bistrò noitre
Thank you...Thank you...Come back soon to visit us...we are waiting for you
Grazie...Grazie...Tornate presto a trovarci... noi vi aspettiamo
Written August 4, 2024
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danni
London7 contributions
Apr 2024 • couples
We had a FANTASTIC experience!
A couple travelling from the UK. The food was incredible, home made. Gluten free heaven. The server was coeliac so extremely relatable. The gluten free bread was incredible! Best Gf bread I’ve ever had, and home made!
We had the lasagne and NY cheesecake dripping in Nutella YUM!
The atmosphere was great, the server even gave me a special GF treat to take away with me!
It was a superb visit! Anyone with coeliac visiting Milan we would a million % recommend this place!!
Written April 26, 2024
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