My boyfriend has been wanting to try this place out and I'm so happy we did! The best meal I've had in a while and amazing service. We got there when opened after a day at the science museum (5 minute drive great date idea). We went here on the last day of denver restaurant week and had a great deal ; $55 for a wine , app, entrée and dessert! Anyways to the food ; The first photo shows hand turned Normandy butter with flaky sea salt, 10/10 and their house made bread next to their house sparkling and a rose the next board is a sheep milk cheese with white grape jelly and the best house made crackers I've ever had they were cinnamon and nutty 10/10 The next photo shows the crème brûlée and I'm Gonna say this was the best I've ever had in my life. The vanilla beans were so fresh and visible the top was perfect and the base was so smooth and creamy. 10/10 My entree was the steak frites another perfect dish, the peppercorn sauce in the perfectly cooked medium rare steak , the house made garlic aioli on the side of the perfectly cooked and seasoned frites. 10/10 You will see me again and I can highly recommend! :) read more

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We came here for brunch to celebrate our anniversary. Kir Royal is delicious! The Bellini was good too. ($11.5). Then we ordered two Benedict with confit du canard. (Duck) $22. It was delicious in English muffins. The waiter recommended the thick duck fat hash brown. It was good and different. Service was great - Friendly staff. We had our pup and they gave him a treat. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We sat in their outdoor patio with shades and a slight breeze perfect for a brunch date.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Don't be fooled by the cutesy "Oui Chefs" menu...[[HIGHLIGHT]]young kids are absolutely not welcome here, even if they're quiet, even in the middle of the afternoon.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] And you'll be openly humiliated and insulted as an adult by even daring to bring your kid. [[HIGHLIGHT]]My husband and I come here regularly for a date and we love the place.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] This afternoon we brought our 1 year old with us for the first time; she loves fries and this place has great pommes frites. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We came at 4:30pm and it was probably 90% empty, and obviously not like romantic date night time.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] First, they tried to seat us alone in the back room, and when we asked to sit in the main dining room (where there were ~15 open tables), the hostess was demonstrably annoyed...despite the fact that every other party was seated in the main room. Worth noting, we come here often at the same time without our daughter, and have never once been seated in the back room alone. Our daughter was sitting quietly in her high chair "reading" the menu and playing with stickers, a few of which she dropped on the floor...because, you know, she's 1. A staff member repeatedly walked by giving us dirty looks and complaining to other staff members about the stickers within earshot. After hearing it multiple times, my husband said, "don't worry, we always pick up after our child." The staff member snapped back, "well they're clearly already going to stick to the floor". My husband replied "we are going to pick them up...kids drop things and things happen". She rolled her eyes, and walked away. We always clean up after our kid. We go out of our way to make sure she's only in appropriate places at appropriate times...like, I obviously wouldn't bring her to this restaurant at 7 PM on a weekend night where she might disrupt adults looking for a romantic night. But she was just sitting there quietly playing with stickers, not bothering anyone (except apparently this staff member). [[HIGHLIGHT]]I'm shocked that a place with high chairs and a kids menu would not only be so unwelcoming before we even sat down, but would also insult us as adults by insinuating we would leave our kids trash on the ground in their restaurant.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] And to stand there and openly talk about us in front of other staff members?? Genuinely stunned, offended and frankly humiliated. FWIW, before we left, I picked up every single sticker in under 10 seconds, because I'm a decent member of society and I intentionally buy my kid stickers that are removable and won't stick to a restaurant's floor or tables. Bistro Vendome: if you find a sticker belonging to my kid, I will personally return and remove it, but I will otherwise never in a million years be back. read more

Bistro Vendome was recommended to me by a fellow Yelper, and I am so glad we got to try it. Everything was simple but absolutely delicious. I haven't tried Halibut Cheek before, and it was super unique. The texture was fibrous/stringy in a good way and definitely something worth ordering at least once. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They have plenty of sitting inside and outside but it's still better to make a reservation if you come on the weekend.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance is pretty casual.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The happy hour is great! read more

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I've had Bistro Vendome on my list of restaurants to try for several years now, but it hasn't happened until now. Truth be told, I was a bit worried about the mixed reviews I had been reading and didn't want to squander a precious date night on something that might be disappointing. Turns out there was no reason to worry! We had an amazing time (and meal) here this past Saturday. The ambiance was cozy and perfect for a casual date or meet-up with friends. It's great for a cold winter evening, but it also looks like it would be a great place to dine al fresco in warmer summer months. The food was simple, traditional French fare...just the way we like it. The portions are modest, so you can easily order an appetizer and salad to share with a date, each get your own entree and then share a nice dessert. Everything we had was full of flavor. I'd recommend it all, but I'm especially partial to the scallops and the beef tartare. We can't wait to come back. It'll probably feel a bit different depending on the season, but if I could describe our dining experience this time in one word, it would be : HYGGE. read more

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We went to celebrate a special occasion, and overall it was a lovely experience. The staff were very friendly and welcoming from the moment we arrived. We came about 30 minutes early and they got us in with 0 waiting time. We shared our dietary restrictions, and they were paid attention, even pointing out that one of the dishes contained an ingredient we needed to avoid, which we really appreciated. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant was quiet and slightly dim, which worked perfectly for our event and created a romantic atmosphere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]However, our table was very small in the corner and made it a bit challenging to place dishes and balance our plates comfortably. Even the server struggled to find a spot to put the dishes.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our server was wonderful and checked on us frequently. He brought us bread and butter that I am honestly still thinking about. It was incredibly delicious, fresh, soft and perfectly crispy from that outside. The food we ordered was also very good overall. I love onion soup, and while the flavor was great, the cheese on top was very thin and slightly over-broiled to the point that it almost disappeared. I wish they added a thicker slice of cheese. The duck was very crispy and seasoned perfectly. The mussels was my favorite dish, and I would absolutely go back just for them. For dessert, we had crème brûlée, which was delicious. We were happy with our food choices, and I would definitely recommend this place for a romantic date or a special celebration. Just don't set on that small table read more

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My husband and I were checking out the Park Hill neighborhood and stopped in for lunch. Bistro Vendome is on a cute street with other local restaurants and shops and there is ample parking. I got the Croque Madame and my husband got the Pancake Sandwich. Both dishes came out relatively quickly and were nice and hot. The egg whites were a little suspicious - barely set and still kind of clear. I love eggs but decided to scrape off most of the eggs from my sandwich. Otherwise, the gruyere cheese and ham were super tasty. My husband really enjoyed the pancake sandwich. I am not a fan of sweet and savory items together but the bite I had was pretty good. Our server was attentive. The interior of the restaurant is super cute too. I would be interested to come back for dinner and try more of the menu. read more

Bistro Vendome - Pancake sandwich - French Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Beautiful restaurant, art deco flair avec Francophile.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Tables are small and I love to share food so it was tight quarters but still cozy[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] and food was great. I was really scared coming from a food mecca and have been really underwhelmed with the food scene thus far in Denver, and this place gives me hope! ‍ read more

Bistro Vendome - Da Pork. 100/10 would eat again. - French Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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To be honest I felt like this was such a letdown. We went to movie night for Amelie, a quirky French film, with a themed $65 4 course ($88 w/ included tip which the excellent staff deserve!). The menu was a seasoned popcorn, beets with bread, cauliflower and squash with an Italian tuna sauce, a very dry navy bean "cassoulet" with half a spongy sausage as the meat on top, and the only saving grace - their crème brûlée which was delicious and on a totally different level than the other dishes. These foods were elevated for what they are, but incredibly cheap ingredients - and I can't say I saw any connection with the movie through them besides the dessert ( lots of food is featured in the film for inspiration...and not Italian tuna sauce). The chef did great considering ( besides the navy bean "cassoulet" which was simply-bad) but it felt like they sent him to a soup kitchen to get ingredients. Photo of the menu for you to check out and decide for yourself. read more

Bistro Vendome - Movie night menu - French Near Me - Denver, Colorado

This place was great! We had a lovely brunch and everyone enjoyed their food. The service was fantastic and [[HIGHLIGHT]]the atmosphere is like an old French cafe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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We tried this place while my in laws were visiting. He found it on open table due to the good wine selection. My expectations were normal. Maybe we would have a decent meal in a little bistro in a quiet neighborhood. I was so wrong in the best way possible!!! Our food was phenomenal. We are from Miami, love good wine, and have eaten at some of the best restaurants across the world. This good was phenomenal. Everything we ate was fresh and cooked perfectly. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The little French restaurant surprised us. Perfect for date night or taking the in laws out.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Everything was exquisite and we will surely be back. The waitress was fantastic. She knew everything about the wine and easily provided recommendations. The gnocchi was like a soft croutons, baked perfectly. The fish was freshband flaky with delicious spicy sauce. The beef tartar was packed with flavor. read more

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A wonderful night was created at Bistro Vendome tonight and I am compelled to share my experience. To be frank, it wasn't as French as I thought would be (not in a bad way though.) When we arrived at the restaurant, I thought we would step into a very traditional French restaurant. To my surprise, its ambience was more of a high-end American. Nicely dimmed inside, the bar area right behind the receptionist desk exists as if to say that it's the center stage of the whole establishment. Dining area is to both sides. It looked roomier on the right side but as we told them that we were there for our 5:30pm reservation for two, we were escorted to the left side of it. In a way, we were glad as it looked cozier than the other. And the wall art up above the benched seating is quite intriguing. We were still in the Happy Hour (ends at 6pm); our wait staff, Justine G kindly told us that. All the drinks during the HH were anywhere from $7 to $9. Not only the wines but cocktails range from French 75 to Old Fashioned to Martinie (House). Good selection there. I got me a glass of house red (some Boudreaux.) Small plates from the Hors D'Oeuvres section are also quite the lineup. From a burger to French deviled egg to beef tartare to even a tart (almond). We went with the Smoked Salmon Salad and Beef Tartare. The starter bread and Meunier butter (not complimentary so upon being suggested by your waiter/waitress, say no if you don't want it but I would order it) was excellent. Who can say no to a bread crispy on the outside and soft as cotton candy on the inside with fabulous French butter with a little sprinkle of salt on?) On a cold night in Denver with temperature in its lower 20 degrees outside, nice warm bread freshly out of oven melts your heart and soul. Soon after we had finished the bread, two appetizers immediately followed. Smoked Salmon Salad or dip (that is what the receipt says which I noticed at the end) was quite small. Accompanied by potato chips, this is a light dish marinated and well-seasoned with salt. Beef Tartare is/was slightly bigger than the Smoked Salmon. This comes with three crispy baguette pieces. A raw quail egg was placed in the center of the tartare. It was beautifully presented. Between the two, I liked the salmon one slightly better than the tartare (in the overall quality.) Portion wise, tartare is/was better. Our main was the Fricassee de Champignons (seared lion's mane mushroom; we split this dish.) The magical ingredient in this dish is definitely the lemon puree placed in a few different spots in the mushroom cream at the bottom. This dish is quite unique, light, and elegant. After having salmon (seafood) and meat (beef), finishing our dinner with this light and yet with a bit of savoriness was the right thing to do. This truly hit the spot; it elevated our night of dining to say the least. Justine asked us if we were interested in a dessert or two. Although we were quite full at this point, we said we would peruse the dessert menu just in case. It's quite extensive. From dessert drinks to sweet cakes and ice cream, we had a bit of regret of not having any room left in our stomachs. We kindly and politely told Justine we would save the occasion for the next time. read more

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Haven't been in since they were downtown. Bartender was cold, not welcoming. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Atmosphere was garbage.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] No thanks. So much lost with this place. read more

I have been excited to try this spot since they moved from Larimer to Park Hill. I heard great things about this place and perhaps it was the high expectations, but I was just not that enthralled. Our table of 3 shared the bread and butter - it was fine but not worth the additional charge. We had a few selections from their cheese options. Again fine, but not amazing. I had the hangar steak with fries. The fries were perfect shoestring but the steak was meh We shared 2 desserts, the peanut butter and chocolate dessert and the gingerbread cake. The Peanut butter and chocolate was just perfection. It was like a Reese's peanut butter cup on crack. The gingerbread was meh - overly seasoned and very dry. The service was friendly but I would not say attentive by any means. The ambiance is fantastic - the decor and split rooms make for a great spot no matter what the occasion. Overall cute spot with some good items but with so many other options I would go to a place with more consistently delicious food. read more

Bistro Vendome - Desserts. Chocolate and Peanut butter bomb and gingerbread cake. - French Near Me - Denver, Colorado

My husband and I tried out Bistro Vendome for our anniversary, and it was everything we could have hoped! They even gave us a card signed by the staff. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant itself so so lovely. There are candles on the tables, good music, and it is just beautifully painted and decorated. They've got the ambiance down.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Doug was so great! He had perfect wine recommendations for me, and brought out tastings closer to when my entree was served. I could tell that he listened to my preferences and picked wines that aligned with them as well as my order. Our appetizer was a cheese whiz-style plate? With veggies and such. It was really good, and I appreciated the uniqueness. I ordered the steak and fries, and my husband ordered the duck. I got the pepper crust on my steak, which I highly recommend. It added flavor and texture, and of course, the steak was cooked beautifully. The fries were also delicious. My husband absolutely loved the duck, too! The serving size was fantastic, and he even took some home for later. Lastly, we ordered a creme brulee for dessert. Everything was honestly fantastic. If I hadn't loved out of Denver I'd be back. read more

Bistro Vendome - French Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Warming: this restaurant charges DMW 5%. If I don't like this fee, I shouldn't be eating at this restaurant. Yes, I don't like it and it will be my last time. Forget about my annual birthday bash. It will be held at some where else who doesn't charge the extra fees for back of the restaurant employees. Just raise the menu price, be clear up front. Don't tell me that you have a small sign somewhere indicating this 5% DMW fee. Our waiter for the night was very attentive, definitely worth 25% tip. As always, there will be no repeat business on this type of shady practice by the business owner! read more

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Love this spot in Park Hill. We've been several times and every item we've tried has been delicious. Great Happy Hour specials as well. Wonderful service. read more

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Decided to check out Bistro Vendome for Happy Hour with a friend. I've been looking for an excuse to get back here, and this was the perfect occasion. We tried the Steak Tartare, Duck Liver Mousse, and the Chasseur Burger (Gastrique fries--Yum!) off the special menu. (We sadly missed out on the Almond Tart which was sold out.) We also sampled the warm bread and salted butter, (a worthy addition to any meal), and some of the drinks as well. Honestly, the food was great--classic and well executed--made even better by the specials (seriously, they do this everyday!), and we had a great time. Our server was so sweet and thoughtful; he offered unprompted to grab us some extra grilled baguette for our appetizers and provided some guidance on our drink selection that was much appreciated. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We sat outside on the cute patio, as it felt like it may be the last opportunity we have for awhile to do that, but I do love the interior space here as well. Perfect cozy, romantic vibes for date night.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] If I lived in the neighborhood, I would be pushing the indulgence limits at Bistro Vendome every week. But in lieu of that, I will just have to find more occasions to kick back for a lovely evening out. read more

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Last weekend had the opportunity to experience the great Bistro Vendome. Like you, I was like, ok, another upper east side French restaurant. But it lived up to the expectations. Wonderful, friendly service and actual traditional French cuisine but approachable, appealing and delicious! Please take a moment to enjoy this neighborhood gem! Bon appetite! read more

5pm seating on a Sunday, just in time for Happy Hour. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The seats are painfully uncomfortable[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] and [[HIGHLIGHT]]the music was a 1970s soundtrack (a plus for us.)[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] the chickory salad was amazing, the risotto cake was also amazing but the Chasseur burger (the full price $26 one, not the all-beef $14 one on the HH menu) was a miss. The frites / fries weren't that great either. Bartender's HH martinis were on-point. read more

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3.67 stars. During our trip to Colorado, Mom wanted to dine at a nice French restaurant. Through Yelp search, we chose to go to BISTRO VENDÔME on the evening of Friday, June 21, 2024, booking a 6 PM reservation via Open Table. Venue: 4 stars. The restaurant doesn't have its own private lot, but we quickly found parking across the street. Upon arrival, I was impressed by the spot. They have a patio for dining al fresco and the interior décor tickled me pink. I especially liked the very cool gray wallpaper of flowers, butterflies, tree branches and nests, and vintage photos of women's faces in place of heads on bird bodies in the left side dining room where we were seated. The restrooms were also clean. Though, I did wish that the trash cans for the lavatories were next to the doors for convenient disposal of paper towels used to touch the handles for exiting. Food: 3 Stars. Below are what we ordered. Lavender Mist ($14) - Meh. Had to ask for more lavender chamomile syrup and it still didn't jazz me. Sandy Cheeks ($13) - "Really good," according to Mom. Gratin de Tomates Vertes ($11) - Umm...this dish was of a single green tomato, not of multiple, like the menu described. Pretty misleading. Escargot Rôti ($16.50) - Just ok. Mom wasn't very impressed by this HORS D'OEUVRE due to the hint of curry flavour that Auntie Ligaya also tasted. French Allium Soup ($10) - Meh. This vegetarian version can't compete with the standard made with beef broth. The soup just wasn't robust enough and wasn't served piping hot, either. Disappointingly lackluster. Moules et Frites ($30) - Mussels were really tender and the broth was tasty. Salade de Chicorée ($12.50) - Halfed this with Mom. Was WAY too dressed for me which says a lot because I like my salads with a good amount of dressing. I couldn't finish my half. Alyssa ate it for me. Half Duck à l'Orange TO SHARE for two ($65) - Excellent per Mom. The skin was really crispy. They could serve the plate with more sauce, though. No worries - just ask for more and they will happily give you more. Mom said that she would return here specifically to order this dish. Grilled NY Strip Steak ($42) - I wasn't impressed by the au poivre sauce at all. For the price, I had high expectations that were not met. I have had WAY better au poivre sauce elsewhere. Chocolate Soufflé ($11) - Yum. This is a must if you like chocolate and soufflés. The top puffed to a slight crisp and chew and inside was chocolately soft with a somewhat thick sauce. The accompanying pistachio ice cream was a scoop of creamy goodness, a perfect complement. What a great price this sweet ending was, too! Pride Tarte aux Fruits ($10) - Beautiful presentation. Alyssa loved this dessert. Heads-up - Bread and butter are not complimentary. Four slices costed us $4. Service: 4 stars. Service was nice and patient. I wished that they swept off the bread crumbs from our table, though. Although I wasn't super impressed by BISTRO VENDÔME, Mom stated that she enjoyed them so much that she would happily return for the duck. No, thanks, I would need to pass on coming back. read more

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I don't know where to begin with this place!? [[HIGHLIGHT]]Seated in a cute neighborhood, it was a perfect walk from where we were staying.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance is moody and feminine. It sets the tone for dinner to come.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The truffle martini was something I have never seen on a menu before and had to try it. It had just the right amount of truffle. The real winner was the rainbow trout. Hands down best trout I have ever had. Perfectly cooked with a beautiful buttery flavor and a nice crisp from the garnished almonds. Our waitress kept the drinks flowing and replenished our water without asking. A must add restaurant to your list! read more

Have been wanting to visit for years and was really disappointed in pretty much all aspects of my visit. I'll break it down! Service: The host was just strange. Felt like they were extremely socially awkward and didn't know the restaurant layout well. We had a reservation and it felt like they were unsure of how to handle that... Additionally, when we didnt finish our food (more on that later) the server didn't seem to notice things were left sort of untouched/we were disinterested. Would have loved an inquiry and offer for something different.... Food: The menu is super small and very expensive. At first, we thought this was a good sign. Small menu means a few things are done very very well vs tons of items done not so well. Unfortunately, we got four items -- tartar, escargot, pork chop and schnitzel and there was something wrong with all of them. The tartar was actually my favorite because of the house made chips for dipping but was sort of a small portion. The escargot had an extremely earthy flavor similar to matcha but food?? The pork chop was really flavorless and undercooked and my schnitzel offered truly gross flavor pairings of capers, orange jam and lima beans with herbs. The whole meal was $150 and the only thing I liked was my chardonnay and the tartar. read more

Bistro Vendome - French Near Me - Denver, Colorado

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Bistro Vendome, a classic French Bistro, with a modern twist. Everything is fresh, well prepared, served promptly and tastes amazing. From the moment we entered, we were treated well by friendly people, who wanted to make sure we had a memorable dinner. The Chicory and Radicchio salad is out of this world way to start. The Chef flew in Fresh caught Halibut, the first from Alaska this year. It was perfect. Crispy skin, succulent and flavorful fish. Pate is phenomenal and made for all. Unlike traditional pate's, the chef omits flour and milk, so just about everyone should be able to eat it and they should. The Coq a Vin takes at least 30 minutes to cook and it is worth waiting for. Crispy skin, tender and flavorful chicken inside. Wow. Order the Souffle -- chocolate lava. Decadent. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Inside the interior reminds me of a Paris Bistro. Clasic and comfortable.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The wine selection focuses on French wines and all pair well with the courses. Recommend you try the optional pairings with your next meal-- It will be delightful. read more

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Where to start? Where we started: mussels & duck liver mousse. Hangar steak with frites were delicious. The frites were the best I've tasted in a while so I made myself let them take the plate away before I could have more. My dining mate had the trout and said it was light and delicious. The staff seemed genuinely interested in talking to us and they gave great recommendations. We came late but they didn't trust us either even when our dessert order can in close to closing and was a soufflé. Instead all they said was worth the wait. Try this place. It's worth a getaway from downtown. For an added treat sit outside. read more

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I came for Sunday brunch. It's been over a year since my last visit. I was seated promptly near the front windows. Their brunch menu has a few items I saw years ago, so they rotate their menu. I started with a classic champagne cocktail, the Kir Royale with a French Deviled Egg. The blackcurrant liquer made for a tart drink and the French Deviled Egg was classically presented with salmon roe on top. Nice looking. Though a croissant would be better than crusty bread. Next was a variation on a classic entree, using salmon salad on crispy latkes with Creme Fraiche. A nice light brunch choice. I added the Bruleed Grapefruit with granola & mint infused yogurt. It's been quite awhile since I had grapefruit served in this fashion. For dessert, I had the Beignets with another classic French cocktail, a French 75 with cognac. The Beignets were covered in cinnamon and powdered sugar with a coffee creme anglaise. Throughly decadent. I was served by Justine G. She gave me several recommendations. They add a 5% service fee to cover kitchen staff. They still offer movie nights on Monday's. read more

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I had never been here before and was excited to check it out when a friend announced she wanted to have her birthday dinner there. We had a reservation and I am glad we did because the place is way smaller than I thought it was. Our server was a nice gentleman that was helpful with suggestions and quick with getting drinks/food to the table. I changed my mind on what I wanted after seeing some dishes being delivered to other tables. The steak and fries looked amazing. I went with that and a dirty martini. My cocktail was delicious and when my food arrived it looked amazing as well. The steak was cooked perfectly to a medium rare. The fries however, I thought they were disgusting. I guess they serve them with a sweet champagne sauce drizzled on them. It was not good. Kind of shocked for a such a great place. Overall the food, drinks and service were good. We shared a bottle of wine for the table. I will say I don't think that was worth $100 for just myself but now I can say I have been there. I might go again if it is on someone else's dime. read more

First of all please do not IM me about this review....Okay! You know when the best part of the meal is the butter and wine something aint right...aight? I have been lucky enough to have hung out a good amount of time in the Marais, St Germaine, Montmarte .... had great bistros meals in all arrondissements. Bistro Vendome's food really does not resemble that of what I had in Paris. French fries ( okay Pomme frite ) with some sort of sweet glaze? A country pate that was really not very flavorful? Perhaps one of the toughest Steak frites I have ever had. Stale french bread.....like wtf To make matters worse my wife got sick from the mussels. Four dinners: entrees, apps, two bottles....probably 4- 5 benji's including tip....yikes. A one off? New location startup? I had trouble writing this as I love small entrepreneur establishments ( I am a huge Francophile to boot) but so many things occurred I had to say it. I am sorry. read more

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I've been wanting to come here since I learned they offer vegetarian french onion soup. I looooove it, but it's almost always made with beef broth. The soup was good and certainly scratched the itch. It had big pieces of soft, roasted garlic in it, which was different. I devoured the Salade de Chicorée, which the kitchen was kind enough to split for us so my husband could have it without the goat cheese. It's a pity he doesn't care for soft cheeses, because the goat cheese elevates the flavor profile of the salad. It's delicious. For my main, I had the Mushroom Tagliatelle. It was tasty, with fresh pasta. I didn't expect the fresh, herbal flavors, but enjoyed them. Service was great, with professional, friendly, and helpful wait staff. We will be back for date nights and meals with friends and family. read more

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Lovely Bistro in this quaint neighborhood. Was able to find a ressy quite easily and was seated promptly. Onion Tart: extremely salty. The salad was really salted and with a savory tart, it made it worse. The onion tart was ok to eat. Portion wise, I didn't think the tart was worth it since it was fairly small. Probably wouldnt re-order this dish again. The steak frites: Asked for medium rare and definitely got a steak that was more rare. I shouldve sent it back given how off it was, but I was in a rush to the airport. The fries tbh, were amazing and had this nice sweet taste to them. Ambiance: really nice and cozy. A great place for a date night and service was good. My server was able to recommend her favorites and was very attentive. Overall a solid 3.5 in my opinion given the overly saltiness of the onion tart and less than ideal steak doneness. read more

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Bistro Vendome has been on my list for far too long. So, when the opportunity presented itself to taste their Happy Hour menu, I happily took advantage and brough my mother in tow! Let's just say Bistro Vendome is THE ultimate spot and perfect for anyone looking for...... ++ A wonderful atmosphere or perfect date night out! Nestled the heart of Larimer Square, the restaurant brings France to the heart of Denver and exudes all things intimate and cool. The outdoor dining area is a literal dream, set in a lush courtyard with a fountain and white strung lights with a variety of seating, while the interior features white table clothes, dim lighting and an upscale yet relaxing vibe as if you're sitting in a cafe in Paris! ++ Outstanding staff and service! Upon arrival, we were greeted by a friendly hostess who allowed us to snag the last remaining table outside! Within a matter of seconds, our server arrived with waters and wine options. He provided amazing recommendations along with a delicious wine pairing, wonderful conversation, prompt service and was the perfect amount of attentive. Everything from start to finish was a wonderful experience! ++ Delicious menu offerings and one hell of a Happy Hour! With Happy Hour Monday-Thursday from 4-6PM, it proved to be the perfect spot to dine before our theater show at 7PM. The limited menu offers a variety of eats, and nothing is above $11! We opted to try a little bit of everything and settled on a warm cup of French Onion Soup, Pâté Vendôme (Country pâté, cornichon, Dijon mustard, grilled bread), 2 rounds of Happy Hour Moules (tender mussels, shallots, garlic, Chablis, baguette) and washed it all down with a bottle of crisp white wine. YUM. Everything tasted delicious with the Pate being the most surprising! The spread was firm yet spreadable, wrapped in prosciutto and absolutely divine. Literal chef's kiss! When out and about in Downtown Denver, I'd easily return for a delicious night out! à votre santé! read more

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Stopped in for a quick cocktail. The bar is quaint and fills up quickly. The hostess did not provide me with a menu so I ordered from the online menu which was not up to date. The bartender apologized and provided me with an updated cocktail menu. The bartender and wait staff were friendly and attentive, making sure you didn't want food with your cocktails. I chose their La Colombe cocktail which is a mix of mezcal, tequila, and lime. It was tasty with a bit of spice from the dried chile garnish. I plan on returning another time to try their French bistro food. read more

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Fabulous dinner and service. The Duck l'orange combines confit with seared duck breast. Escargot came 2 ways, traditional and in fennel butter. Beef tartar served with fresh fried potatoe chips. Gluten free bread was out of this world, and great sour dough and churned butter for the gluten eaters. I liked the casual atmosphere with a touch of French class. Worth a visit when your in Denver. read more

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Came here to enjoy a girls night on a weekday. The place wasn't that crowded at all and the vibes were clean and modern but cozy. Plenty of room for big groups and private groups if that's what you're looking for. We enjoyed the restaurant week menu, and of course ended up spending a little over to splurge for the special apps. The steak tartare really is a highlight. The escargot wasn't a highlight to be honest, wouldn't get it again. The duck entree was really good and There are only a select few gluten free dishes so just be aware you may not get your first choice. Service was friendly and prompt. Overall it was decent. Not sure I'd return anytime soon but enjoyable enough for the occasion. read more

This is by far the best French restaurant (and one of the best overall restaurants) I have been to in Denver. Bistro Vendôme is tucked away in the Park Hill neighborhood and is truly a hidden gem. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere, service, and food is on another level and made for a dream date night spot.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I would 100% recommend this spot. read more

The restaurant is inviting and all 4 of the meals were delicious. The waitstaff were all top notch. Bring back the bouillabase and we will surely be back. read more

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I really enjoyed my experience here and it came highly recommended. This cute upscale place does good business and gets busy- even with indoor & outdoor seating. Despite being substantially busy the place gives great service and gets your food out at a good pace. The food was very good, my favorite two favorite things were the duck & the tartar. For being a upscale restaurant the price is pretty reasonable in comparison to other places like it. I can see why this place stays so busy. I would absolutely recommend it and come back. Happy eating! read more

Disappointing, From time we arrived until we paid. The final bill was over two hours and 15 minutes. Service was exceptionally slow. I ordered the halibut and received approximately two or 3 ounce portion. About a third the size of a dollar bill. Fish didn't have a lot of flavor other than on the fried side. Extremely expensive for what you get. I anticipated paying more because it is a French restaurant, but I didn't anticipate paying so much more for such a tiny amount of food. There's a lot of really good restaurants in Denver, unfortunately, this isn't one of them. In all fairness other people I was dining with had the coq au vin. Which did come with a reasonable portion size and actually was prepared. Excellent weight. Unfortunately, that's not what I ordered and basing my review off my experience. read more

If I could give this place ten stars, I would. We ate here last night before seeing Dracula, and it was the absolute best dining experience I have had in some time. We arrived at 5 and were seated in the dining room by the window. The tables are small and close together, which made it feel intimate. We were served by Bobby, and had the most attentive and awesome service the entire time. We order the pate, chicken mousse, and cheeses for our starters, and our favorite was the pate. Bobby recommended an incredible wine, which was appreciated! Our dinners were so delicious, it's hard to put in into words. I ordered the duck confit, and it was AMAZING. The duck was so crispy and perfectly seasoned, and was plated atop some sweet fruit purée. The balance between the savory and sweet was perfect. My hot date order the trout almondine and this was also incredible. It was a perfectly cooked whole fish with butter, lemons, and almonds, alongside some sweet carrots. We also ordered dessert and espresso martinis, and these were also perfect. No surprise there! It's rare to have this level of experience at a restaurant. It wasn't just the food and service, it was the ambience and overall vibe. It was romantic, approachable, and beautiful, and I can't wait to go back. read more

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Came here for brunch during the holidays before our nutcracker show. It is a very cute little French restaurant in Larimer Square! Food was very delicious. Had the steak tartare, their cheese, jam (honestly forget the cheese name but it was amazing) and crackers, duck eggs Benedict, and the French toast. Steak tartare was probably my favorite. So flavorful and the bread that it came with complemented it very well! Bread also toasted really well. Soft in the middle and crisp on the outside! Eggs Benedict with duck (Oeufs Benedict) was also very delicious. Very rich and moist in taste. The French toast was moist and soft. However nothing too special in my opinion. Overall and excellent experience and loved the food. Highly recommend the place! read more

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