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    Alpin Bistro

    4.3 (171 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 2:30 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Matcha Martini
    Alesa W.

    OMG I have not been to Alpine in probably almost 10 years! I was told about their matcha martini and I just had to go! OMG the staff, so nice and wonderful-just very hospitable! Ray-one of the bartenders there was so cool! I wanted the matcha martini but nonalcoholic and she perfected it! She had never made a nonalcoholic one before but she did AMAZING!!!! It was delicious! Even my friend who hates matcha-actually got one (but with alcohol) loved it! We definitely will be coming back for more and especially for food. We didn't get to eat anything food but their menu looks amazing! It's a small restaurant inside but spacious and it appears they have an outdoor space which looked nice, we sat at the bar which was great because we were able to chat to the staff! It wasn't too busy either!

    Croque Forestier
    David J.

    Taking a much needed break, we ran off to Gainesville, FL (about 40 minutes from home) and wanted to explore some we chose Alpin Bistro in downtown Gainesville. It was a Tuesday night, so we did not worry about crowds. We were seated right away and took our time looking thru the French cuisine based menu. Our table was tucked away from most of the dining room, so it was fairly intimate through no request from us. Perfect! We each ordered a Tapas one a balsamic Brie and the other a chorizo flambé made from pigs at least two years old, who had feasted on acorns (I don't make this up - that's what the menu said). Both were absolutely delicious! Four our entrees, we had the Croque Forestier and the Croque Saumon! Divine! Neither one of us could finish our meals but a pistachio creme brûlée had to be ordered. I wasn't too thrilled with that, but my wife enjoyed it. An excellent outing! Truly delicious!

    delicious quiche and Le Croque Monsieur
    Tara C.

    I cannot believe I haven't left a review for Alpin yet! We love this place so so much! The food tastes intentional made with real and delicious ingredients. The staff is incredible, always welcoming and the bartender makes amazing drinks. Moving from LA to Ocala this place feels we are in Silver Lake or Los Feliz. The atmosphere is a vibe, happy and relaxed. They have an outdoor patio but we always sit at the bar.

    Le Croque Forestier
    Alyssa M.

    The food here was absolutely delicious! While it is quite pricey, I had plenty of leftovers for a second meal so it was definitely worth it. I ordered Le Croque Forestier, and it was so tasty. The ingredients tasted high quality, and it was loaded with them! The side salad was a nice addition as well since it is a heavier dish. The ambiance is very nice and cozy as well. The service was great and fairly quick. I will definitely be back to try more items!

    Parisienne
    Helen N.

    While the service was a bit slow, the server's knowledge of the specials really helped. I got the Norwegienne crepe, which featured salmon, goat cheese, onion, capers, and egg--albeit a little too dill-heavy, though it did complement the goat cheese. The Croque Madam was good but was a bit heavy in sauce and cheese. The egg would have been better if it was soft boiled. The Parisienne crepe was just okay. The interior is cute, featuring a large communal table in the middle along with more private outdoor seating. Prices were reasonable, and I loved the mix of savory and sweet options--definitely planning to try one of the sweet dishes next time.

    Ricotta Cup with French Bread and Wine
    Richard L.

    Dropped in for a light brunch when in downtown Gainesville. Yelp said it closed but this Sunday it was open. I chose a small plate Ricotta Cup with French bread and a glass of red blend wine. It was wonderful and hit the spot. Wait staff is excellent. Ambience casual for brunch. Indoor, outdoor and bar seating available. Looking forward to returning for dinner. Prices very reasonable.

    Crème brûlée, espresso martini
    Chris H.

    Alpin is probably one of my top five favorites restaurants in Gainesville. Alpin has a small, but delightful menu with a large assortment of fancier sandwiches (Croque monsieur variations), soups, and salads. They also have a great wine and cocktail selection, and a happy hour cheese and wine special. The desserts are phenomenal, with my favorites being the seasonal crème brûlées. Service is also good, but be aware it's a smaller space and you might have a wait.

    Amanda J.

    This place is amazing. Food, drinks, & atmosphere. Love their charcuterie and desserts.

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    Crystal W.

    A cute French restaurant, perfect for date night. The staff is friendly. Open kitchen in the middle of the restaurant. The croque de madame and monsieur sandwiches were amazing. The charcuterie board is amazing with choice of gruyere cheese and Brie with fresh fruit (pear, strawberry and grapes). Happy hour from 4-7 PM with discounted wine and small plates. Highly recommend.

    Jonathan K.

    This place is perfectly located in downtown. It's a nice fusion between your typical French cuisine and also a bar to hangout with friends or a date. The atmosphere was quite casual, but the food they served made you feel a little more bougie. I got the salmon quiche, which included a side of salad. The quiche was tasty and savory as it should be. I'm not a huge fan of beets and the chef was overly enthusiastic and poured beets all over my side salad, which I was not a fan of. We also got a cheese board, but they ran out of jam for the night. The cheeses were good, but would have been even better if they had the jam. Overall, I was satisfied with my food, but could see a little bit of room for improvement. This place is relatively small and can be easily missed if you are not looking carefully. There is a parking garage next to this restaurant. If I remembered correctly, it was only $5.

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