They used to have the most delicious lasagna. The last time we went, they changed the recipe.. my lasagna at home has 10 times the meat and it's much better read more

I have traveled a lot and this restaurant is a rare find! The food is unique and extremely flavorful! The menu changes throughout the year, and I have enjoyed many a wonderful meal accompanied by a nice seasonal cocktail, which also changes. Staff is pleasant, efficient and accommodating. From the time you walk in the door until you leave, they get it all right. read more

Sorry, Bistro. You maintain a three this time due to your spectacular food. First off, when I called to make our reservation, they acted like they were too busy. Like, panting after the phone rang *forever*. Our waitress was ABSOLUTELY clueless. They were really busy so perhaps she was a cousin who popped in to help. Useless. Hubby said there were 2 big parties that may have gotten the REAL waitresses. Since she could answer no menu questions, the "head" chef (they said) was called in. But we'd seen him sweeping/ washing dishes. And he wasn't much better (I later saw the menu had been rewritten to clarify one issue) The menu was screwed up and 2 entrees were missing. (Not available). One in our party watched another tables' aggravation. Website advertised Thursday's 1/2 off wine, $1 off any craft beer. The website's as messed up as the menu! Of course that promotion ended long ago. My grits weren't completely hot, but they were delish!!!! 8 gorgeous shrimp!Portions are huge , hands down! And hubby had the beloved pork chops. Ummm, ummm, ummm! read more

After returning to my home town I was very pleased to see that Canton now has a real restaurant. Elegant drinks wonderful entrees and great service. I was happily surprised in all the right ways! read more

Fantastic gem nestled in downtown Canton. We started with amazing seasonal cocktails, and fabulous appetizers. The roasted mushroom dip was delicious. Each of our four entrees were delightfully inspired and impeccably finished. They can be best described as a tender balance between upscale elegance and midwestern comfort. We finished with artfully simple yet tasty desserts. Bistro 101 is a great option for date night, and definitely worth the drive from Peoria. read more

Great food Fair Prices. We try to go to Bistro as much as possible. The pork chops are awesome

Amazing restaurant good food and outstanding customer service clean and well organized

We all enjoyed our dinners very much. My Filet Mignon was one of the best I have ever had, my husbands pork chops were juicy and tender, cooked to perfection, and our daughter thoroughly enjoyed her caliente carmones. Each dinner came with a nice salad. We will recommend d this restaurant to friends And we will come back when we are in the area. read more

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Amazing! Brazilian Steakhouse Skewers, the pork chop, and the best cooked Filet Mignon I have ever tasted. Great job!

Phenomenal food. Great staff and very comfortable environment. I wish I could come every day!

Excellence, is one word that describes this restaurant. Every course was delicious, best tasting filet mignon in central Illinois.

Love this place! Get the pork chops! Two huge chops with the best flavor! Only place I ever get a chop! Drinks are super fun and have had a lot of thought put into the mixology of their craft! Hand cut steaks, great service and all in a early 20th century bank building with original marble floors! Try it - it won't disappoint! read more

The Bistro is a wonderful place to dine in Canton! I love their martinis. My favorite dish is the pork chops but everything I've eaten here has been wonderful. All of the appetizers are awesome and there's something for everyone! The staff is welcoming and always friendly. It's so nice to have a nice restaurant in good ole Canton, Illinois! read more

Bistro 101 - Having a lovely martini at the Bistro for girls night! - American Near Me - Canton, Illinois

For small town Canton, this place has class. I have only been once to see my old band director perform. That's right! Live music! I was so happy to find some culture here. Loved hanging with all the old people, listening to jazz and munching on appetizers. We ordered strawberry salsa that was unique and yummy. We also had artichoke dip. It was very different from other kinds I have had. I didn't have any drinks, but all those oldies were ordering some very pretty, fancy drinks. They looked awesome. It is def in the higher price range in town. Support local businesses and visit! read more

Bistro 101 - Strawberry Salsa and Artichoke Dip, appetizers, drinks, and jazz! - American Near Me - Canton, Illinois

A very classy, exciting, and inviting place. Be sure to check their website and Facebook to see what's going on during the week. Awesome food, service and BEER selection will have you coming back for more. This is a gem for our wonderful small town... Check it out! read more

Great food and atmosphere. Will definitely go back. Try the pork chops. Good beer selection. read more

Bistro 101 - American Near Me - Canton, Illinois

Great steaks and an incredible Beer selection !I really enjoy the ambience. You can choose the dining room or bar area for a different feel!

I really like Bistro 101. The food is always fresh and delicious. The small(er) menu changes a bit from time to time, but always has really great choices. Reservations are encouraged for the dining room as they look at you as if you have committed a cardinal sin without one on a Saturday night. Bistro 101 is always a hit! read more

First time customer on a date with my wife. I have to say that the jambalaya was simply amazing. Hands down the best I have ever had. I literally talked about it for an hour after we left the restaurant. I can't wait to go back. Need I say more? read more

The restaurant prepared a special dinner for a group that was meeting in Peoria for a retreat. Wonderful service for 16 people and a delicious meal - appetizers were ready when we arrived. All food was homemade. The porkchops were moist and well seasoned. I think I could have devoted the entire meal to the pasta carbonara which was outstanding. Roasted broccoli was a nice touch. Desserts were a wonderful finish although we were very full - a delicious, silky bread pudding and the best chocolate chip cookies I've ever had! Highly recommend Bistro 101! read more

We were a little disappointed that we were the only people there and hope it doesn't close down. We had the Duck (pretty good) and the Pork Chops (best I ever had in a restaurant). Pork was tender with a mild, creamy mustard sauce. Brussel spouts that were thinly sliced and great. It also had a mystery/grainy/purple thing that wasn't good. Mashed potatoes done well. We also had the stuffed mushrooms for appetizer that were pretty good. read more

I've been to restaurants around the world - New York, Paris, Mumbai, Bangkok, Beijing - and Bistro 101 ranks right up there. Surprising I know for Western Illinois, but yes definitely worth strip if you like great food. I have to admit that being raised in the Midwest makes me enjoy the comfort food with flair that they serve. However simply outstanding food! My party had the Coffee rubbed steak, meat loaf, tacos, cheesy rotini, and seafood linguini. Each unique and tasty. AND to top it off great service!! read more

Literally just got done eating and writing this review from the table. BLT pasta was delicious and flavorful. Only problem was i ate it to fast to enjoy the flavor experience. I had bread pudding for desert and it was the best i have ever had. The service was great and the waitresses were beautiful. I personally know the chef and his cooking skills are amazing he really has a passion for his art. The Bistro 101 comes higly recommended. read more

Flat iron steak was amazing. Loved the cucumber gin and tonic too! Pots de cream was top notch.

This is as good as it gets in west central Illinois. The food is great by any standards and the service was excellent.

This place is still great...my absolute favorite within 150 miles. Quality food from beginning to end. Nothing in the area comes close.

We are a first time customer as well... had seen the reviews below and thought we would try it out. Staff was really friendly!! Entree came with choice of soup or salad and was the best tomato soup I have had. (never knew I could be excited about tomato soup) was locally grown tomatoes. Great wine selection. We did the chocolate bread pudding and it was great!!! Look forward to coming coming here again!!!! read more

Hands down the best ribeye steak I've ever had....better than Alexander's and The Packing House if you know what tier they were in under the steakhouse realm. Service was good and the ambiance is quite, classy and romantic. Craft Beer list is impressive. Our Go-to Steak joint for sure. read more

My wife and I have been saying for more that a year that we need to go to Bistro 101. We have heard that the food is great from a number of people. We went in for the first time on "Taco Tuesday" and the food was great, the atmosphere is wonderful and the service was fantastic. We went again for our anniversary (two days later) and ordered off the menu. Again the food was great. This is a gem in Canton. They have live music on Saturdays and they have what they call "Jam Sessions" every other Thursday. This place has some real character. The Beer selection is great as well. They rotate their draft beers and they have a good selection of bottled beers as well. This is a great place to go eat and have good conversation. read more

Excellent food and service. I got the pad thai and was blown away. The rest of my crew thoroughly enjoyed their meals. Thanks!

Best in Fulton County by miles. Fun atmosphere especially when the music is coming from the bar in back. Small plates are KING! Always something new to try. Entrees have great variety of fish, seafood, steak, pork and pasta. Well done Fonzi, keep it going!! read more

Amazing food for this little town. We were visiting from WA state and were delighted to find this gem. Amanda, our server was wonderful. Don't hesitate to stop in! read more

Went for tacos this Tuesday. Their first day back from vacation. Sent the first order of chicken nachos back. Everything was cold - chicken, cheese, chips. Replacement order wasn't much better. Chicken was a little warmer but that was all. When our tacos came, the meat on those was slightly warm. Very disappointed. Won't be returning for Taco Tuesday any time soon. read more

Amazing food! We all enjoyed our meals. Drinks were refilled promptly and many times. Salads took a little too long to come out but that's not a big deal. It's pricey but a nice treat. We had a gift card and came from Peoria. Highly recommended. read more

We are regular customers and always had great food and service. This New Years Eve we were seriously disappointed by the menu, price and quality of the food! Will never go back to the Bistro on a holiday. Our party of 12 was severly disappointed and I was totally upset that I had bragged about the food and service . Couldn't even order a steak or substitute for polenta which I don't like. read more

Outstanding every single time. Food is exceptional & service is great. The chef is AMAZING.