Fausto's Bistro

Let me start off by saying the food was amazing but from the start I had to ask for bread & water twice, & the appetizer I got was nothing as server explained and I was only able to eat the sauce which was amazing and came in handy when my yummmy bread finally arrived with frozen balls of butter. Drinks stick to wine or beer. Our dinner was amazing! I can’t wait for leftovers tmw🤣 as for the sever on so many levels just no. I’ll definitely be back, I’ll just be sure not to have a certain waitress & stick to wine. Bartender needs lessons. Also I must point out that the hostess was amazing & tried to work the entire restaurant.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 5

Service: 1

We came here because we were looking for a place that served arancini, and we left with our hearts and stomachs full. Everything was amazing. Reminded my husband of the food that his great-grandmother used to cook.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We enjoyed the escargot, linguine vongole, chicken parmigiana and grilled shrimp salad.
The server was personable and professional. He suggested specials and was very attentive.
My Pilates classmates are regulars here. I’m glad I finally experienced dining here.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Delicious! Highly recommend the Caper Chicken and Parmesan Crusted Pesce, as well as the crème brûlée and tiramisu.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

It was so/so. 1st; parking is VERY scarce. We went beacause someone in our group of 5 goes there all the time and is known. Considering this, service was acceptable but nothing special. We received 9complimentary bread basket with TWO pieces of italian bread. Altho appreciated, there were 5 of us. We did ask for more which another 2 came out with our meal. I got a special with shrimp, artichoke hearts and angel hair with lemon butter. Artichoke hearts were marinated & vinegary from a jar, very mushy. Shrimp were jumbo and there were 10 on the plate! Impressed visually but they had that chemical taste. I only ate a couple. I can't explain it, iodine, preservatives, or STP chemical? $26 when you add the salad. Someone got a redfish special with a side of angel hair. The pasta was very dry, barely pink like it had been dipped in sauce, put in a bowl and left to dry under heat lamps. He didnt touch it. Portion sizes are average, you will leave satisfied but will finish your plate. They had water service replenishing our glasses but the waiter never came back to check on us to see if we needed anything or more drinks until the end to see if we wanted dessert and then chatted up our friend, sucking up for a big tip I assume. The place was packed so reservations are a must. Maybe stick with their traditional italian dishes.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 3

I found another “go to restaurant”, I loved everything about it! I’ve been to Irene’s in the quarter, loved it and wanted to try Fausto’s because it was originally owned by her brother, both are true Italian restaurants. I’ve been to many French restaurants that specialize in escargot but I have to say that here it was close to the best I’ve had. It was on as a special for the day and so glad I tried it.
I also had the Linquine alle Vongole as a main which was perfect. Clams are not a popular dish in New Orleans but when I saw it on the menu I had to try it.
Our waiter Damien was such a pleasant and made our dinning experience there even better. If you like genuine Italian you must try this place!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Clams with Linguine

Had fish, very good!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Take out lunch order / Brisket
2 small pieces & 1 was all Fat - Yuck

Food: 1

Dinner out can be any ol' supper, but this outing was super.
Damien was delightful in making our evening lively and engaging in good chit chat. He made great recommendations!
Calamari and escargot were a nice start, with Soft Shell Crab special and some Redfish Limone to bring it together.
Wine is nice too 🍷😉

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We started with the crab claws appetizer and it was a bit disappointing. Way overcooked too the point of losing the shape of a crab claw. The buttery sauce was pretty tasty. The entrees came out and ran the gamut from tasteless to salt lick. It just seemed like cafeteria food, not a dish from a professional chef. The service was decent, despite there being a decent crowd. I hope they fix this, I really liked going here.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 4

5 stars all around!! I have eaten lunch alone all week this week and this was the first staff to actually interact with me. such a kind staff and wonderful food!! the banter between staff members is also great, seems like they all help each other out and pick up where the other left off, made a returning customer out of me. try out fausto’s for some good drinks, great food, and even better atmosphere

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

It's all great

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Good, but not the best. Solid 4 star.
No wait. I was there when the doors open. I didn't care for the ribeye. Mid steak at best.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Aracini amazing and soft shell crab pasta top tier

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I had an excellent fish, served perfectly. Service was exemplary.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5