Stopped in for breakfast just after opening and the restaurant was surprisingly empty for a Saturday morning. We honestly were a bit alarmed because usually that's a bad sign! However everything was great! Tasty food at prices comparable to other area restaurants. Everything seemed really fresh! Friendly service. My breakfast burrito was packed FULL of egg and cheese, but a touch more meat would have been nice. I love the option to get apple slices as a side instead of potatoes without an up charge. I hope we can get back here to try some of the lunch or dinner options because some sound really tasty!
J S
Went here for brunch and the food was delicious.Super casual upscale feeling, coffee was strong and freshly brewed.This is a great breakfast destination.Will be making reservations for dinner.
Travis Offerman
First time going got the brisket melt. Meat and other sandwich ingredients were good. Bread was a little over toasted but wasnt meal ending. Nice environment and friendly staff.
Todd Mitchell
We had a wonderful anniversary night out. Joshua, our server was fantastic. He recommended both the main course and our dessert which was out of this world. I highly recommend Bistro 3 Nineteen if you're looking for a night out with a great atmosphere and wonderful setting.
Ashley Karminski
I love how welcoming the workers are. The food was also amazing!!
Suellina F.
This was a girls night out with my teenage daughter. This is not the place to go if you want to have any conversation, it has scant furnishings and cement floor with high ceilings, it is a loud and echoing establishment. The burger I had was good, not sure if it was 15 dollars good. The fries needed to be done more and they had an odd flavor. The wontons had smoked cheese in them and it was a strong taste and flavor, not very good. The stuffed sandwich was good, my daughter liked it. The cookie was the cookie of the month, it was smores flavor but my daughter and I both tasted a pumpkin or nutmeg flavor and they did not even warm it, it was wrapped in saran Wrap and put on the plate and brought to the table. The overall experience was disappointing, as this was my favorite place when they were in the prior location in CR. Not sure if I will visit again.
Melinda Gearhart
Ok, so I tried out this place for the first time tonight with My brother, James and it was GREAT!!! VERY PRETTY setting and ambience, Jessica, Our waitress was VERY NICE, Service was VERY PROMPT, and Food and Drinks were VERY DELISH!!! I would post pictures, but I was HUNGRY and ate it all!!! I had The Stuffed Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich and Fries, A Cranberry Mule, Iced Tea Seasoned with Lemon and Ginger, and Key Lime Mousse for dessert...IT WAS ALL AWESOME AND NICE SIZE PORTIONS!!! Would go back again!!!???
CJR
Awesome food, service and atmosphere. Real homemade food made perfectly.
John W.
Couldn't find this place at first on Yelp because somebody had suggested Bistro 319. Too bad Yelp doesn't figure that out with their search. This place, to me, had a similar feel to another place nearby. It's quite spacious and feels a bit dated but in a seemingly intentional way. Maybe trying to be a bit retro? The food wasn't anything to get too excited about, but nothing was bad. I wouldn't say no to this place again, but I'll continue exploring Marion more before I do.
Guy W
We really enjoyed our supper. Decided on sandwiches and went for the Drunken Sailor, and salmon BLT. Both were outstanding with layers of flavors and textures to enjoy. Salad was fresh and nice. Always like skin on potato cut into fries, like I make them at home. Good service, and these days in Marion, it’s nice to be able to park close to the restaurant. We will go back for sure.
I've enjoyed this restaurant many times in the past, but last night I had what may be the best dessert ever. I don't recall the menu title, but it was chocolate cake, chocolate mousse, wafer, and a hint of mint. Outstanding!
Marge H.
This is one of our favorite restaurants in the Cedar Rapids/Marion area. We like to go early and get a booth. Yesterday was my birthday and to my surprise birthday cake was on the menu. This is no ordinary birthday cake! Layers of rich chocolate cake, chocolate mousse, mint mousse covered in creamy chocolate icing. Topped with a mini mint cookie, a chocolate nutty wafer and a dollop of whipped cream. I thought I had died and gone to heaven. This is the BEST chocolate dessert I've ever had. Our meals were good too!! As an extra bonus -- the staff was wearing masks to protect against COVID, even though the curve is down. So glad this restaurant survived the pandemic. We'll be back soon - to try some of the other house specialties.
Josh L
Best ice tea in town. The desserts are amazing. I am a picky eater so wish the had a few more dinner items, but food always seems fresh and taste great.
Shane Erickson
The food was clearly made with passion. Will definitely be back!
Chuck Kroemer
Delicious food! Very nice atmosphere...charming. The service was excellent!
Stopped in for breakfast just after opening and the restaurant was surprisingly empty for a Saturday morning. We honestly were a bit alarmed because usually that's a bad sign! However everything was great! Tasty food at prices comparable to other area restaurants. Everything seemed really fresh! Friendly service. My breakfast burrito was packed FULL of egg and cheese, but a touch more meat would have been nice. I love the option to get apple slices as a side instead of potatoes without an up charge. I hope we can get back here to try some of the lunch or dinner options because some sound really tasty!
Went here for brunch and the food was delicious.Super casual upscale feeling, coffee was strong and freshly brewed.This is a great breakfast destination.Will be making reservations for dinner.
First time going got the brisket melt. Meat and other sandwich ingredients were good. Bread was a little over toasted but wasnt meal ending. Nice environment and friendly staff.
We had a wonderful anniversary night out. Joshua, our server was fantastic. He recommended both the main course and our dessert which was out of this world. I highly recommend Bistro 3 Nineteen if you're looking for a night out with a great atmosphere and wonderful setting.
I love how welcoming the workers are. The food was also amazing!!
This was a girls night out with my teenage daughter. This is not the place to go if you want to have any conversation, it has scant furnishings and cement floor with high ceilings, it is a loud and echoing establishment. The burger I had was good, not sure if it was 15 dollars good. The fries needed to be done more and they had an odd flavor. The wontons had smoked cheese in them and it was a strong taste and flavor, not very good. The stuffed sandwich was good, my daughter liked it. The cookie was the cookie of the month, it was smores flavor but my daughter and I both tasted a pumpkin or nutmeg flavor and they did not even warm it, it was wrapped in saran Wrap and put on the plate and brought to the table. The overall experience was disappointing, as this was my favorite place when they were in the prior location in CR. Not sure if I will visit again.
Ok, so I tried out this place for the first time tonight with My brother, James and it was GREAT!!! VERY PRETTY setting and ambience, Jessica, Our waitress was VERY NICE, Service was VERY PROMPT, and Food and Drinks were VERY DELISH!!! I would post pictures, but I was HUNGRY and ate it all!!! I had The Stuffed Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich and Fries, A Cranberry Mule, Iced Tea Seasoned with Lemon and Ginger, and Key Lime Mousse for dessert...IT WAS ALL AWESOME AND NICE SIZE PORTIONS!!! Would go back again!!!???
Awesome food, service and atmosphere. Real homemade food made perfectly.
Couldn't find this place at first on Yelp because somebody had suggested Bistro 319. Too bad Yelp doesn't figure that out with their search. This place, to me, had a similar feel to another place nearby. It's quite spacious and feels a bit dated but in a seemingly intentional way. Maybe trying to be a bit retro? The food wasn't anything to get too excited about, but nothing was bad. I wouldn't say no to this place again, but I'll continue exploring Marion more before I do.
We really enjoyed our supper. Decided on sandwiches and went for the Drunken Sailor, and salmon BLT. Both were outstanding with layers of flavors and textures to enjoy. Salad was fresh and nice. Always like skin on potato cut into fries, like I make them at home. Good service, and these days in Marion, it’s nice to be able to park close to the restaurant. We will go back for sure.
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I've enjoyed this restaurant many times in the past, but last night I had what may be the best dessert ever. I don't recall the menu title, but it was chocolate cake, chocolate mousse, wafer, and a hint of mint. Outstanding!
This is one of our favorite restaurants in the Cedar Rapids/Marion area. We like to go early and get a booth. Yesterday was my birthday and to my surprise birthday cake was on the menu. This is no ordinary birthday cake! Layers of rich chocolate cake, chocolate mousse, mint mousse covered in creamy chocolate icing. Topped with a mini mint cookie, a chocolate nutty wafer and a dollop of whipped cream. I thought I had died and gone to heaven. This is the BEST chocolate dessert I've ever had. Our meals were good too!! As an extra bonus -- the staff was wearing masks to protect against COVID, even though the curve is down. So glad this restaurant survived the pandemic. We'll be back soon - to try some of the other house specialties.
Best ice tea in town. The desserts are amazing. I am a picky eater so wish the had a few more dinner items, but food always seems fresh and taste great.
The food was clearly made with passion. Will definitely be back!
Delicious food! Very nice atmosphere...charming. The service was excellent!