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    Bstro 38

    4.4 (95 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 10:00 pm
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    BSTRO 38 ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Intimate
    Happy hour specials
    Good for groups

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    Passionfruit Martini Lavender Martini
    Michelle O.

    02/05/25 Dinner prior to seeing broadway show An excellent restaurant with great variety and fantastic service. Loved the fact close to Times Square but not directly in middle of the madness. Staff was welcoming and friendly. The food was well prepared and tasty. Would go back. Prices were about right for the quality and atmosphere. Favorite appetizer was the scallops but we enjoyed all ordered. Only hiccup passionfruit martini was just ok. All in all would return to sample other menu items. Side note: recommended to friends mother prior to my dine. Her and her friends all loved and enjoyed.

    Rose K.

    Everything we ordered absolutely delicious and to my surprise, I had one of the best dirty martinis I have ever had!

    Branzino-don't order. Was mushy and had a weird texture.
    Michelle J.

    We made the reservation online but there was a glitch and they really didn't have openings but they were accommodating and gave us a table. The place almost immediately filled up and it's not a huge place so I really appreciated it. Now I have to say, my meal was awful! The fish (branzino) tasted like it was frozen, thawed and frozen and thawed again. I cannot explain it but the texture was off and I know because I love branzino and it's my go to when I am at a restaurant. It was slightly mushy, I thought there were vegetables underneath the fish. It was just bad. The other people around us had food that looked good. Maybe it's not the place to order fish and you're better off ordering meat.

    Scallops Gratin
    Maria C.

    I really enjoyed the drinks and the food, and the service was excellent. It's a charming spot for a date, lunch and dinner spot. We had several dishes including scallops, lamb chops and the burrata salad. all of which were excellent. Here are some photos. Missed the drinks pics lol

    Chilean sea bass
    Jessica P.

    Fantastic dining experience from a random find based on who took reservations at 6:15 on a Friday night. The ambiance and service were spot on--I couldn't ask for anything better. The calamari was so tender and the breading was subtle. My Chilean sea bass special was delicious, as was the lobster. The filet was a bit tough; maybe not the best cut. But overall a great dinner with super sides plus a just-enough-fruit red sangria.

    Catherine Y.

    Everything was well cooked, but there was no wow factor in any of the dishes. My only complaint would be the salmon croquettes were slightly dry and the skin on the fish wasn't crispy. The short rib was luscious and the vegetables were beautifully seasonal. The dessert was also really good (can't remember what it was now but it was yummy). Reliable cooking is what I would call it.

    Wesley C.

    We had the Pork Osso Buco - (slow braised pork shank with natural jus and saffron risotto) and Churrasco ( grilled skirt steak, chimichurri suave broccolini, yuca fries and Aji Amarillo)

    Hibisco cocktail
    P. M.

    I was a solo diner, traveling for work. Treated with the respect of a family or large party. I had the signature roasted free-bird chicken breast that came with spicy peppers and was great-so flavorful. The Hibisco was a lovely bourbon to send the day. Highly recommend!

    Happy hour menu
    Tiffany K.

    Had lunch at Bstro 38 today for the 1st and omg I was blown away by how good the food was! Definitely going back for happy hour and dinner! Lastly the service was amazing!

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    Angel B.

    The Bistro 38 old fashioned with grapefruit bitters was outstanding! The short ribs dinner was delicious and perfectly cooked and presented. Vibe was that of a local spot - not touristy at all. The service was friendly and helpful.

    Signature Roasted Free-Bird Chicken Breast
    Luanne A.

    We enjoyed our visit to Bistro 38 so much that we went there twice in 2 days on our visit to Manhattan. We were staying close by but found this charming little restaurant/bar to be so inviting with great quality food and drinks. We had drinks and appetizers on the first visit but went back to celebrate our Birthday dinner which was fantastic! The owner Abas was very welcoming and kind. We felt like we knew him forever. Wonderful experience and will always return to Bistro 38 whenever we come back to NY! Thank you Abas for making our birthday celebration extra special!

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    The food was excellent and the service even better! Great place for lunch! The owner came over to make sure all was as expected.

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    Had the steak sandwich it was delightful. Staff was very nice. Nice place to have a good dinner or lunch!!!

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    Service was excellent. Food was okay. I had the chicken sandwich it was tasty but slightly overcooked.

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    I made a reservation online, we came, and the restaurant was closed!! They're taking reservations for the day they closed! WTF.

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    Great experience here, picked up fast and easy for lunch! The staff was friendly, and the Chef's Horiatiki Salad was fresh and refreshing.

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