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Bar Bête

4.3 (116 reviews)
Open 5:30 pm - 10:00 PM

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Red snapper

Very pleased! Arrived before the dinner rush table for one. The hostess was so kind and helpful making a drink for me off menu. I ordered the duck fat potatoes,leek vinaigrette salad,single oyster and red snapper. Everything was absolutely lovely. The barkeep was so nice and friendly. I ordered the famous yellow cake and they brought it out with a candle for my birthday. Absolutely fantastic service

Emily U.

Amazing service, the people here are so nice. The food is delicious too and well portioned. The yellow cake however is overrated in my opinion. The components were delicious but the chocolate frosting is overwhelming and drowns out the natural flavor of the cake. I found myself scraping off most of the frosting so I could get a better, more balanced bite.

Fried fish main
Helen S.

Every dish was a star in its own right! Amazing flavor combinations, rich and savoury. I loved the oysters as well, incredibly fresh and zesty. My boyfriend and I came here Friday late night dinner and it was still very busy! The space is small and narrow so can get crowded quickly. Already thinking of when we can go again!

Meredith Dairy Feta
Michael J.

Loud flavors in a quiet space Dish after dish came out swinging with punchy, bold taste. This is probably appropriate for a restaurant whose lineage descends from a bar: the small plates menu is really all overgrown bar snacks; you need heat, acid and salt to keep up with the alcohol. Nothing even slightly forgettable seemed to be allowed out of that kitchen. The curried cashews show that Bar Bête knew what it's doing; it's elevated above just spicy bar-snack nuts; hot, sour cashews are doused in curry powder, but then accompanied by fried whole curry leaves, whose crisp, wafery consistency provided a great contrast to the meatiness of the nuts. Soft cheese with bread? Bar Bête insists on feta with pickled blueberries and tarragon, paired with hunks of pillowy sourdough. A leek vinaigrette with hazelnuts was my friend's standout, but I thought the little salad dressed with fronds of dill was even better. The ricotta gnudi was my least favorite, but I can't complain; it was smoky, cheesy and comforting. The yellow cake dessert had a rich squelch of thick black chocolate frosting on top and the tang of coarse sea salt; it was so big that it had to be laid on its side. They just don't do subtle here. As a meal, it's relentlessly interesting, if a little much. Ironically, the ambiance might be the one part of Bar Bête that DOES actually do subtlety: a sun-splashed interior with big windows and a minimalist aesthetic that isn't too slick to be approachable, along with friendly, smart service. No cutesy irony or pat theme, nothing that will get in the way of some wine with friends. I came perilously close to five stars for Bar Bête; I'm not sure why I held back. I mean, it's not like Bar Bête ever does.

Sea bream with grapes
Andrew K.

Overall, the meal was good. What I'm having the most difficulty with in writing this review is that it just wasn't overall super memorable and didn't seem to have a distinct identity. Started with the tuna toast. Not typically my vibe but this was a cannot miss and easily the best dish of the night. Duck fat potatoes also wasn't something we would typically ordered and these were...okay. A strange amount of aioli for the amount of potatoes and I wasn't totally sure what to do with it. Also on the saltier side for a spread to be put on top of fried food. We grabbed the little salad. This was also .... fine. Shallot crisps on top could be a nice addition but it also just made the dish a bit salty. For mains: ricotta gnudi was... theme of the night...fine. A little thick rather than creamy and the sauce a skosh too buttery. Finally, the sea bream. I truly do not understand the addition of cooked grapes... The fish was cooked nicely. Good food, fine vibes. Tables pretty close together so I knew everything anyone around us was eating and talking about. I didn't think there was much else on the menu I was interested in trying. Probably won't need to come back but I think maybe worth a try.

Duck breast
Elaina J.

The staff is extremely friendly. I went here 2 times over 3 months apart and the bartender remembered me and my sister and asked about a trip we took that we mentioned before. The drinks are outstanding and creative. The food is flavorful and the seasonal menu keeps me coming back wanting to try more. The only thing they can never get rid of is that chocolate cake. We actually ended up ordering a whole one for my mom's birthday...it was so good!

Taylor Z.

The portions here are enormous. Even the apps I was already feeling pretty stuffed. I really liked the liver pate and the gnudi. So fluffy and cheesy.

Kim X.

This has been on my list since late last year after I saw an instagram post. My sister beat me to here and only had raving reviews. We made a reservation for two for 6:30pm. It wasn't too busy but it was also pouring out so I'm sure it's usually really busy. I really appreciated the hand towels in the bathroom. At first I was surprised by the limited cocktail menu. I got the DARK. It was done so well that I could see how it's better to have a few amazing cocktails than several average ones. It was also a plus that the cocktail was only 15 dollars. My partner and I shared the following: 1) Duck fried potatoes - expertly fried which came with a large aioli dipping sauce. There was no way that one could finish all the sauce, but I felt challenged to. 2) Tuna toast - we both thought this was the best plate of the evening. It had different flavors of garlic, and spice than the usual soy sauce/sesame oil with the tuna flavor still resonating. 3) Little salad - we needed a vegetable dish. I thought it was a little too mustard forward. 4) Ricotta gnudi - If I knew gnudi was a thing, I would always choose it over gnocchi. It's softer and more pillowy and made perfect the delicious corn, sea urchin butter sauce. 5) Spiced swordfish - Not a bad option for the main protein dish. Excited to try the others 6) Creme brulee - Not the best creme brulee, but definitely satisfied our sweet tooth. The crispy caramel was almost too crispy and was nearly impenetrable. Can't wait to come back and repeat some dishes, but definitely try the others. The menu is also seasonal I believe.

Jess W.

If you're in search of an intimate French bistro for date night, put Bar Bête on your hit list. The food, presented as shareable small plates, strike the right balance between being rich but not heavy. My must-orders: the tuna toast (what a fantastic contrast between the light and spicy tuna and crunchy toast), duck fat potatoes (crispy and flavorful, a fantastic choice for those who love a fry and don't mind it being French) and the crab gnudi (who knew that a ricotta-based dumpling could be so delightfully chewy and flavorful!). We also ordered the omelette and famous yellow cake--I thought the omelette was incredible (a buttery French omelette) and the cake was nostalgic but not a showstopper.

tuna toast
Jackie S.

my friend and i did walk-in bar seating and we made it off the waitlist in ~20 min bc of some cancellations. the bartender and hostess were very warm and attentive. food i loved: tuna toast (unique!!), duck fat potatoes (sooo crispy), and ricotta gnudi (lightly lemony and very pillowy). the main dishes and wine were excellent but the yellow cake that we've heard a lot about was a bit of a let-down... the cake was very dry and and not very sweet whereas the frosting was super thick and overwhelmingly sweet. i guess they balance out but the overall dryness wasn't very pleasant.

Lydia Y.

This is such an underrated spot that deserves to be on everyone's list. Starting with the tuna toast. Fresh fish tossed in fermented chili with a fragrant chive spread. So much flavor in one bite If I had to choose one dish, it's the liver parfait. The earthy richness of the chicken liver is paired beautifully with the sweetness of the stewed peach. It's buttery & creamy, just beyond words. Also these toasts are massive and last the whole dinner. Duck fat potatoes - also amazing. They are perfectly crispy but also have this greasy undertone in the most yummy way?! Maybe not the right word, but it's good so get it. Served with a huge dollop of garlic aioli & parsley paste. Believe me, the fat + fat combination is very comforting Leek vinaigrette is a great refreshing break. The most delightful leeks with golden raisins and hazelnuts sprinkled throughout, covered in shaved parmesan. The hints of acidity rly elevates the dish and makes it the ideal salad. We ended the meal with the fluffiest omelette ever. It's stuffed with crab and covered in uni butter. Very good, but did feel a bit too heavy after the whole feast. I would get it again tho ‍ Lastly, the famous yellow cake. Don't let the pictures fool you, this is huge. It's a simple yellow cake but the dark chocolate frosting and sea salt makes it complete. This is what your homemade cakes aspire to be. Tuna Toast $19* Chicken Liver Parfait $15* Duck Fat Potatoes $9 Leek Vinaigrette $15* Crab Omlette $25 Yellow Cake $9 대존맛. 내가 와인바 음식을 진짜 좋아하는데 여기가 딱 내가 추구하는 스타일이다. 심플하면서 풍미롭고, 전체적인 밸런스가 잘 잡힌 디쉬들! 시킨게 다 완벽 베스트는 닭간 파르페. 간 특유의 진한맛이 복숭아의 상큼한 단맛과 넘나 맛있게 어울러진다. 버터까지 있어서 살짝 느끼할수는 있는데 그것마저 좋다~ 다른 디쉬들도 너무 맛남. 참치 토스트는 매콤함, 리크 샐러드는 향기로운 깔끔함, 감자는 묵직한 바삭함을 선보인다. 다양하게 느껴지는 입안의 행복 마무리는 케이크! 정말 기본적인 베이스인데 촉촉함은 물론이고 다크 초콜릿 프로스팅으로 고급진 리치함을 더하고 씨솔트로 밸런스를 탁 잡아준다. 사진으로 보는것보다 크니까 당황하지말기. 글라스 와인 리스트도 좋고 정말 너무 맛있으니까 꼭 가보세요 제발

Liver Parfait
Megan M.

Well this is a bit of a tough review for me. I came here for my birthday dinner about a month back and was disappointed. The service was solid and the vibes were A+ but the food was tough. Here's the thing.... If you order any of these dishes by themselves they are great HOWEVER I wanted to order a little bit of everything and all of the dishes had the same exact flavor profile which was just an absurd amount of salt. It was one of the saltiest meals I've ever had. We ordered the Liver Parfait, Tuna toast, leek vinaigrette, duck fat potatoes and the ricotta gnudi. If I only ordered one of the dishes, I may have enjoyed it but as the courses kept coming it just got worse and worse. There was no break from the salt. It was a festival filled with so much salt. I didn't even intend on ordering this food but the waitress was set on telling me my original order wouldn't be nearly enough. PRO TIP: if you come here, don't let the waiters upsell you. Only order 1 or 2 things and grab a drink because the atmosphere is very pleasant. I would not recommend this restaurant if you are looking for a big meal, maybe just a quick bite. PS: I LOVE SALT, this was just way too much.

Little gem salad
Katey G.

I've been hearing about Bar Bete for the past couple years (the opened Dec 2019...) but came for the first time this past weekend. We got here at 9:30 PM on Friday, and the restaurant was fully busy. The service was really great. The manager in the server were really attentive the entire time. We had a nice table with a good amount of space surrounding us, I didn't feel too cramped, but cozy. We started with the tuna toast, and had the goose fat potatoes, the clams, and the salad. Literally, everything was amazing. The tuna toast was so beyond delicious. Everything from the freshness of the fish, the perfect balance of flavor, and the sourdough bread. Literal perfection. We heard a table next to us who was sat at 10 PM that they ran out of tuna toast... Tragic. We kept it light and didn't try any of the main proteins, but the sea bass looked amazing. We finished with the yellow cake, which you must also do. I love the mix of highbrow / lowbrow food, and this was the perfect bite. I caught myself laying in bed at midnight wishing I had another bite of the yellow cake. OK, not to go on and on about the tuna... But it was the best thing I've eaten this month at least. Their menu changes from time to time, I look forward to trying all the new dishes soon. The one thing I will mention, the restaurant is so loud. It really needs some sound insulation - voices were just bouncing against the walls and it made it really hard to hear. But the buildout is gorgeous!

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