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    Bistro 221

    4.3 (160 reviews)
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    Casual
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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    Chicken Wings - highlight of the meal
    George D.

    Was in town for work. Options for food were limited. This place was recommended to us. So, we gave it a shot. Street parking right out front. We were welcomed immediately upon entering and told we could sit anywhere we wanted. Service was fast and friendly. Restaurant is clean as is the men's bathroom. Food... Ordered the wings app. We wanted 12 but they actually only had 6 left. Strange. The Wings were the hit of the meal. Very big and flavorful. Not very spicy. Philly Cheesesteak - average. The veggies overwhelmed the sandwich as the meat to veggie ratio was way off. (See pic). Also, I don't even remember the cheese so that should tell you something. Bread was good. Fries - awful. They serve those frozen, breaded type of fry - not fresh cut. Probably would not go back.

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    Erin L.

    Husband and I went for date night - recommended by our daughter in law. Really nice atmosphere. We went early so it was not busy. I had blackened shrimp tacos which came with salsa and chips. Husband had shrimp Alfredo and a salad. We shared a peach cheesecake for dessert. Husband thought his Alfredo needed salt (easily remedied). I thought it was excellent- Alfredo sauce can be too thick or too watery and this was really good. Tacos were nice. Katie was our server and she was great. Overall good food and great service in a nice atmosphere.

    Salmon n sweet tea
    Nat P.

    Bistro 221 is a true hidden gem. Housed in a gorgeous restored brick building, the space strikes the perfect balance between cozy chic and versatile charm. The upgrades are clearly well thought out--this is a spot that could easily transform into a formal venue, yet it's just as comfortable for a dressed-down, small-town family dinner. The food did not disappoint. We started with the deep-fried catfish pieces, which were light, crispy, and full of flavor. My husband ordered the salmon with vegetables--cooked beautifully--and I enjoyed the Bistro Burger with fries, extra crispy just as I requested. Every dish arrived hot and fresh. To wash it all down, the beer was perfectly cold, and my husband gave two thumbs up to the sweet tea. Service was another highlight. Our server, Ms. Courtney, was spot-on: warm, attentive, and efficient without ever feeling rushed. Prices were very reasonable for the quality and experience offered. Frankly, I'm amazed this place isn't packed more often. Bistro 221 deserves to be buzzing every night. In fact, Hollywood should take note--this place could easily be a filming location with its character and charm. Highly recommended! Oh and mentions must be made about the gorgeous outdoor seating areas, patios, for all seasons!

    Triple decker club
    Courtnay B.

    Cute spot with bricked interior and outdoor patio seating. Stopped in for lunch and ordered the fried chicken sandwich with fries and triple decker club sweet potato fries. The Chicken Sandwich was excellent and I thoroughly enjoyed the sweet potato fries. The club was not my favorite. I think it might have been the pesto that was throwing it off for me. Service was great.

    Burger 221
    Kat H.

    Roadtripping & stopped here! Sooo cute! Everything was a 10/10 - food, service, and atmosphere. Brady was an excellent server - warm, attentive, and made us feel like regulars. The catfish bites were on 10. My husband isn't usually a fan, but Brady recommended it, describing it as "melt-in-your-mouth." He was absolutely right - good af, but seriously so yummy! This place is a gem.

    Sherry C.

    This was our first trip here while we were traveling up I-95. Usually we stop at a different place, as we are limited with restaurants because of our dogs. It was a pleasant surprise. It's a really nice place with a great outdoor area. The food was good and the place has a good menu. My only problem was the EXTRA SLOW service. I think they need to hire a few more people. We were practically ignored outside. Other than it being a 2 hour stop instead of a 1 hour stop, it was good.

    Club with fries!
    Lorren P.

    Enjoyed my visit to the Bistro. I met a dear friend for lunch. We were seated right away and offered menus. We hadn't seen each other in months so we ended up speaking for over 45 minutes. Wife we ordered anything! Our appetizers were served quickly (once we ordered). They were delicious, we got fried zucchini and pot stirrers. We dove right in and forgot to take a picture. We sat there and spoke for almost two more hours before we finally ordered a main meal. The entire time our server made sure our drinks were filled and never seemed to be trying to rush us. Our food arrived and it was on point. My club sandwich was great tasting and served to perfection. The bistro is a great spot for a meal, the restaurant was clean and welcoming. The staff was great and food was delicious!

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    Real food great service and decent prices. I'm on a long road trip and it is worth the stop.

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    The service was friendly and the food was delicious! The restaurant was really cute with the brick walls and welcoming decor.

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    Good pesto chicken salad, doesn't look like the photo tho. Grilled cheese/ ham was great...

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    Excellent food and service. Great atmosphere. Street parking. Town of friendly people. #supportlocal

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