Always a great dinner at Bistro Vida. The food is non chalant French, big flavor impact, fresh, and creatively simple. I love the atmosphere, the mix of guests, and the staff is so friendly. Love Bistro Vida!
Paul
I always come back to Bistro Vida for a “fix” of typical French food in a typical French restaurant setting. Service is impeccable, the waiters are attentive to your needs and food is served hot and the way you want it prepared and cooked. The only thing missing is a prix-fixe value menu but then prices à la carte are already reasonable. My couscous had three big merguez sausages in it and copious amount of vegetables, for $30 (Jan 2026). The restaurant was very busy unlike some neighborhood eateries which is a sign that they're doing it right!
Dianne
From the moment we walked in to the waitress taking our drink and food order, to serving our entree—everything was perfect. It was a “yearly reunion” of sorts, and we were not rushed and occupied the table for about two plus hours. I highly recommend this restaurant.
Donna
BistroVida is a valuable gem - friendly, welcoming and helpful service; delicious food in reasonable portions, wonderful menu variety, and all in a lovely European atmosphere. It quickly becomes a favorite once you have been there!
Toby
I went to Vida for lunch with a friend. I hadn't been there in a few years. It was just as good as ever. I will definitely return sooner next time!
Paramjit S Juneja
Wonderful French dishes. Enjoyed the meal with family.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Wes McKeithen
Amazing service & delicious food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dima Leshchinskii
My favorite restaurant on Santa Cruz avenue in Menlo Park. Excellent French food, very friendly staff including the owner.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Randall
We came on Thanksgiving and it was a busy time for the staff. We opted for the steak frites and beef bourguignon which were delicious. Split the Tarte tatin for dessert; generous portion and it was also great. Very nice wine selection at reasonable prices. Loved the atmosphere and our meal and will definitely be back.
My first time here and I loved it. The food was excellent, and the service was impeccable.
Mary
What a fantastic experience we had at dinner. We had the beef bourguignon and the halibut special. Both were delicious. We sat in the new Bar Loretta area which is very nicely done. Vida always does an amazing job of preparing their French recipes. Love everything about this place.
Tod
A favorite restaurant. First time eating next door in new addition. Watched beginning of ultimate Stanford football (reunion weekend) exciting victory over Florida State.
Edie
We were excited to have dinner in Vida's new Bar Loretta. The food is great as usual. The bar is really beautiful. So many great places to hanger out.
Always a great dinner at Bistro Vida. The food is non chalant French, big flavor impact, fresh, and creatively simple. I love the atmosphere, the mix of guests, and the staff is so friendly. Love Bistro Vida!
I always come back to Bistro Vida for a “fix” of typical French food in a typical French restaurant setting. Service is impeccable, the waiters are attentive to your needs and food is served hot and the way you want it prepared and cooked. The only thing missing is a prix-fixe value menu but then prices à la carte are already reasonable. My couscous had three big merguez sausages in it and copious amount of vegetables, for $30 (Jan 2026). The restaurant was very busy unlike some neighborhood eateries which is a sign that they're doing it right!
From the moment we walked in to the waitress taking our drink and food order, to serving our entree—everything was perfect. It was a “yearly reunion” of sorts, and we were not rushed and occupied the table for about two plus hours. I highly recommend this restaurant.
BistroVida is a valuable gem - friendly, welcoming and helpful service; delicious food in reasonable portions, wonderful menu variety, and all in a lovely European atmosphere. It quickly becomes a favorite once you have been there!
I went to Vida for lunch with a friend. I hadn't been there in a few years. It was just as good as ever. I will definitely return sooner next time!
Wonderful French dishes. Enjoyed the meal with family.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Amazing service & delicious food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My favorite restaurant on Santa Cruz avenue in Menlo Park. Excellent French food, very friendly staff including the owner.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
We came on Thanksgiving and it was a busy time for the staff. We opted for the steak frites and beef bourguignon which were delicious. Split the Tarte tatin for dessert; generous portion and it was also great. Very nice wine selection at reasonable prices. Loved the atmosphere and our meal and will definitely be back.
Delicious, fresh food, excellent cocktails, outstanding service. Definitely a favorite spot!
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Great staff. Wonderful decor. Delicious food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My first time here and I loved it. The food was excellent, and the service was impeccable.
What a fantastic experience we had at dinner. We had the beef bourguignon and the halibut special. Both were delicious. We sat in the new Bar Loretta area which is very nicely done. Vida always does an amazing job of preparing their French recipes. Love everything about this place.
A favorite restaurant. First time eating next door in new addition. Watched beginning of ultimate Stanford football (reunion weekend) exciting victory over Florida State.
We were excited to have dinner in Vida's new Bar Loretta. The food is great as usual. The bar is really beautiful. So many great places to hanger out.
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