Le Bistrot Pierre is the new kid on the block in terms of places to get some good grub in Brum.....for me it is a more than welcome addition! Myself and a friend who likes to think he is a lot funnier than he actually is (we all know one of those) went in the other day for a meal and were pretty impressed from the moment we walked into the venue. The place is immaculate.....like SO fresh! It's clean, smells like IKEA flatpack and has a really polished finish....I especially like the little courtyard as you walk into the venue....drinks out there on a sunny evening....lovely! We were walked upstairs by the manager after checking our reservation and taken to a table. The resturant is vast with many small rooms giving a cozy feel. We went into an upstairs room with large glass windows overlooking the canal and were sat down.....slight gripe....the restaurant was pretty quiet where we were and we were sat right next to another woman that was eating alone even though there were other tables which would have allowed a little more space/room to chat about mildly inappropriate topics....haha....not a huge ine really just felt a little weird as there were other tables available. We both had the pre theatre menu which is pretty extensive and has a lot of good options. We both had the rabbit pate to start....it was good but don't think I would go for it again.....then I had the pork medallions for my main. The pork was beautifully cooked with a side of dauphinoise and seasonal veg. All amazing I must say...big shouts to the sauce on the whole plate which was rich and full of flavour. The other slight gripe I have is the slightly over attentive service while you are in the venue but im putting that down to everyone there being so keen to impress. I think you can let people relax a little....what you are doing is really good :) 5* will be back....100% try this place out ASAP. read more

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Boy oh boy... If at first I thought this place is going to be pricey and not filling then I'll need to think again. I can honestly say I'm honoured to have visited here with another fellow yelper. I must admit I've never been a big enthusiast of French cuisine, purely because my knowledge in wines accompanying a meal is zero to none. However! This restaurant has opened my eyes once again to European because the food was fantastic and to top that, what makes the difference is the customer service making me and my friend feel like home in this wonderful feeling overlooking the canal. My meal consisted of the pre theatre menu with pork medallions and the chocolate torte dessert. The Pork Medallions was glazed with honey and mustard and layed with some sausage, mustard and pepper sauce with caramelised Apple. Such a combo makes a great mixture that your tastebuds just simply can't resist. The chocolate torte I thought was quite rich (not a massive chocolate fan so bear with me!) however, this was neutralised by the amazing black current ice cream produced from the restaurant chain itself. For an amazing price of £15 pp I can honestly say I feel like I robbed the restaurant for their hospitality. You have made me a very happy yelper Serena and I hope my tipped reached you. Would visit again read more

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I've always loved the Bath version of Bistrot Pierre so was really looking forward to the Birmingham incarnation. We came for a pre theatre menu- two courses £14.95. It's lovely and airy inside with a good bistro "feel", staff were very friendly and helpful. The menu is very substantial for a set menu- and the food itself very substantial too. I had the mushrooms with brioche to start which was lovely- very creamy and rich. I followed with a lovely steak, which I just about managed to fit in. We were served with quite a lot of veg for the side and you really do get a lot for your money. The canalside view is lovely. There's a terrace upstairs and a courtyard downstairs. I'd say it's probably better for casual dining rather than a date as the tables are rather tightly packed and I imagine very busy in the evening. A great place for regulars- they have a loyalty stamp card for all their menus and host special evenings for wine tasting etc. A really fab place for a shopping lunch - not far from the Mailbox and easy reach of Brindley Place. read more

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So happy that this place has finally opened! Have seen it for a while from the outside but had the chance to visit it last night. It's beautifully decorated and combines rustic and modern in a very elegant way. I thought it was a fancy place but the prices are incredibly reasonable! It even has a fairly decent vegetarian selection which is rather rare for French restaurants. I had the risotto which was very delicious! And the wine was lovely too. The whole atmosphere is definitely worth a visit and the staff are super nice too! Sarah who served us was lovely and very helpful! We have eaten downstairs this time with the view of the lovely little terrace but I'm sure upstairs the view will be beautiful over looking the canal! Absolutely enjoyed the place!!! read more

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Dress rehearsal night at this new franchise outlet for Bistrot Pierre. I visited with a group of Birmingham Instagramers, #igersbirmingham We were given the run of the place to take photographs- access all areas! The first thing to say is it's a truly lovely space- ground floor at Gas Street level has a great bar, a couple of semi private areas and a large conservatory-style area. Downstairs there is space for bigger groups, there are access points out onto the canal side and a small garden. The team have done a magnificent job with the decoration and layout. The food was really good. Starters were sharing platters, olives & pate, plus baked camembert with French bread & toasted ciabatta. Pleasingly, unlike many other French restaurants they had some very decent vegetarian choices. I carnivorously chose steak rocquefort salad which was absolutely delicious. A couple of glasses of Syrah washed down the food satisfyingly I can thoroughly recommend Bistrot Pierre and look forward to returning with my family. read more

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This restaurant was perfect for what we were looking for. Food: The food was decent. We ordered the gousse d'ail rôtie for our starter, and the poulet printanier and burger maison for our main. The beef in the burger was quite average, and the burger was nothing special. The chicken was tasted nice, but the sauce was a bit too salty which overpowered the taste. However the potatoes were delicious. The bread with the garlic butter was tasty and the bread was nice and fresh. The presentation of the overall food was great. Service: service was excellent and all the staff were really great. Atmosphere: The decor and the ambience of the restaurant was very cosy and nice, with a few different rooms which made it feel very authentic. Price: The price was average for a restaurant. Our meal came to just over £30. read more

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18/8/16 Quelle brillante idée.... Fixed Price lunch. Not going to list everything this time, but suffice it to say..... The girls (two of them).... Two bottles of: Sauvignon Blanc 2015 11.5% Longue Roche, IGP Côtes de Gascogne Plus Gin and tonics.... The lads (two of them too): Gin and tonics... Two bottles of: Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot/Grenache 2014 13% Les Granges de Felines, IGP Pays d'Oc ......and the food was great too...... Yes, you guessed it..... Drinks cost more than the food.... and that was including two children eating off the same menu.... ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We have booked for the event on the 7th September 2016: 2 or 3 course dinner with wine £22.95 / £27.95 Wednesday 7th September Smoked, sustainable mackerel pâté with crème fraîche, lemon and paprika GF Riesling, Trimbach, Alsace AOC, 2013 12.5% - or - Risotto of wild mushroom, garden peas, baby spinach, spring onions and truffle oil V GF Muscadet de Sèvre et Maine Sur Lie AOC, Château de Poyet, 2014 12% Lemon, rosemary and Parmesan crusted pork with a salad of watercress and herb aïoli Sauvignon Blanc, Longue Roche, IGP Côtes de Gascogne, 2015 11.5% - or - Scottish pasture-fed 21 day-aged rump steak served with dressed leaves, pommes frites and red wine and shallot jus GF Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC, Réserve de Oliviers, Maison Favier, Rhône, 2012 15% Warm baked pear and raspberry frangipane with vanilla crème fraîche and toasted pistachios V Moëlleux Château Laulerie, Côtes de Montravel, Vignoble Dubard, 2012 12.5% - or - Our typical rustic French cheese board GF Quinta Do Crasto, Vintage Port, Duoro, Portugal, 2011 20% The last bit is difficult.... I don't like pears, and I don't tend to like smelly cheeses, but I do like Quinta Port..... read more

Luckily managed to have a preview of the Le Bistrot Pierre as part of our latest IgersBirmingham instameet. It was super cool having access to this new canal side French bistro - including access to all parts of the building, even the kitchen (where all the magic happens)! This gorgeous Grade II listed building has been transformed into a fabulous canal-side French bistro where you could quite happily spend a few hours getting lost in the beautiful decor and vibe...you feel very Parisian! The building's courtyard has been refurbished to create additional outdoor seating and there is additional seating with canal views. We were treated to some delicious starters of camembert, sourdough toast, olives, red peppers, hummus...oh and more bread! This was followed by a spinach, gruyère and asparagus tart with dressed leaves and herb aïoli which was so yummy. We also has the super salade consisting of marinated and grilled halloumi cheese with quinoa, linseeds, edamame beans, puy lentils, baby leaves, mint, pomegranate, croûton and a baby caper and harissa vinaigrette...basically packed with loads of flavour! The vegetarian options are limited (maybe 3/4 dishes) but I was really pleased with what we picked and would definitely order again. The staff were super friendly and were keen of getting any feedback about the service so be sure to let them know, they are really responsive. I look forward to going back over the summer months and indulging in the a dessert. This place is going to be buzzing over Summer so I would recommend getting down to this super chic place right away! Note to self - the cosy booth seat tucked away at the back of the restaurant is most definitely the best seat in the house...must go back for this reason alone! read more

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Restaurant Review Le Bistrot Pierre Birmingham Sunday Dining Perfection from Le Bistrot Pierre Birmingham... the long awaited arrival of this French favourite did not disappoint. Having dined at the Nottingham flagship on several occasions, I was prepared for a nice lunch. I wasn't, however, prepared for the stunning building. Individual touches throughout, with each room offering its own unique character. Dining from the Sunday Set Menu I was spoilt for choice and delighted to see so many Gluten Free and Vegetarian options. Just as impressive where the vast amount of Wines by the glass ensuring more accessibility to higher end choices. I highly recommend this versatile Restaurant, which can be suit the Business Lunch and the intimate Dinner. Anthony my server deserves a special mention, as his product knowledge was superb. Huge thanks to the team, I cannot wait to return! Highly Recommended #HootHint #HootLive #Birmingham #BrumBloggers read more

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My husband and I went to the restaurant on a Thursday evening. We were seated downstairs and were surprised as it was VERY busy. Saying that this did not affect our experience-the service was top notch! Our waitress, Abby, was fantastic. A credit to the business, attentive, pleasant, extremely knowledgable and very friendly. I heard her speaking to other customers who she recognised from opening evening and made them feel very special. Anyway-on to the food....... We had 3 courses-be rude not to! The free bread to start is a lovely touch. The pate was delish and the potion perfect. Prices were very reasonable. We both had the ribeye steak which was cooked to perfection, it is served with a salad and chips so we ordered a side of onion and tomato salad. Desert was an Eton mess (obviously they don't call it this!) & sticky toffee pudding. Again delicious, portion size just right and prices reasonable. My only grumble would be they do not serve beer on draft &, to me, £3.50 for a 275ml bottle of beer is too expensive! read more

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Great food with nice wine selection! I literally eat here everyday when I'm in town.

Well I could lie and say I decided to try this place out for myself , but I didn't I was taken here by a banterless friend. Once I arrived I could instantly smell the plush new furniture and the invigorating smell of fresh paint. At first the place looked like a ghost town , but we soon realised that we had come through the wrong entrance. Shortly after, we were escorted up to the main restaurant by a friendly, inviting waitress - who showed us to our seats. At first we thought we had drawn in a helpless fellow diner in to help us!!! (she was the manager and was obviously wearing her own clothes) The interior was nothing short of break taking, with the giant chandeliers, leather seats and beautifully positioned lights. There was a warm and cosy feel to the air , which I really liked because it made the place inviting. When we settled at our seats we were greeted by a beautitful view of the canal and a handsome waiter to say the least! The menu was extensive but everything was perfectly placed. We went for the pre-theatre menu which was priced at a reasonable £14.95 and we also opted for a cheeky bottle of wine. (3/5 stars too dry for me!) While we waited were given some scrumptious bread rolls , just the right treat to prepare myself for the treats ahead. All I can say is at this point we were kind of bombarded with about three different staff but I feel this was because the restaurant is in its infancy. For starter, I had a delicious , fishy pate with ciabatta bread and I must say I would deffo recommend it. For my main, I had a rump steak with chips. The steak was just about right and the chips were crispy but I must say I did ask for my steak to be medium rare and it came out almost medium. What went well - loved the service, friendly/polite manner from staff and an overall great venue. I also loved the fact that the majority of the staff were french , as this added to the authenticity of the place. Even better if - staff didn't fuss as much, offer more bread with the pate ( as you get quite a lot) and make sure the steak is cooked to the expected standard. read more

Visited midweek whilst in town on business, just myself and a colleague. We both love a good cheese and settled on the baked camembert which was a particular highlight! The mains too were beautifully cooked. Wine selection was varied enough to suit our differing tastes and we both enjoyed our choices. Both the maitre d' and our own waiter were friendly, helpful and looked after us well. The price was reasonable especially considering the standard of food & the catering - felt well served on all fronts! Would certainly return in future. read more

Very good Restaurant, the three cours dinner including wine was great. Next time I will come back again.