We dined in the bar area on Sunday evening! Excellent service from Peter as our bartender/server! Excellent food/wine recommendations from Jen!Lucky for us we were able to order from the last week of the winter/spring menu.! We opted for the baked local wild diver oysters! We both agreed they were the best we have had this year! So tender and flavorful! Hubby opted for the short rib bourguignon and he loved it. If I see Coq au vin on a menu it’s my go to! Served over house made egg noodles it was the best I’ve ever had! 5⭐️’s all the way! The Bistro is a must while in STM!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steak Frites, Veal Chop, Braised Short Rib, French Onion Soup, Cheese Board V, Seafood Gumbo, Cream of Crab Soup, Shrimp and Grits
Jose Alfaro
Mandatory stop for anyone walking through St. Michael's- MDHomely attention, excellent vibe; warm decor and honest cuisine ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pan Seared Sea Scallops
Joy Royer
Stopped in for a cocktail and an appetizer. Wonderful baked oysters and oysters on the half shell. Great whiskey selection and the blue cheese stuffed olives in my martini were spot on. Service was terrific.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
James Ingraham
Jen always takes great care of us when we come in to dine. Whether you eat in the bar area or the man dining room, service is always top tier!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steak Frites, Pan Seared Sea Scallops, Oyster Stew, Braised Lamb Shank, Oysters on the Half Shell, Veal Chop, Seared Duck Breast, French Onion Soup, Oyster Pot Pie, Seafood Gumbo, Crab Cakes, Shrimp and Grits, Seared Filet Mignon
Ty Maurer
Everything was AMAZING! Amber gave 10/10 recommendations. Will 100% be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Veal Rib
Gary Bright (REALTOR)
Great service, good was very good! Somewhat limited menu options. Great location. Call ahead especially during peak season.Parking: Within blocks of Senegal public parking lots.
Excellent food and service last night for my birthday dinner. We love Bistro and it’s always consistent and the food only seems to improve and be more delicious each time. Peter, was excellent and very attentive. Chef Robby is always excellent and goes out of his way to make sure your food is always above and beyond! We always can’t wait to return!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
liz lilly
I have dined here twice. The first time my bestie and I had our young kids with us. We had no idea the restaurant was so nice! Luckily our kids behave, and we had a good experience, but I knew I had to go back child free. This time, I went with my husband for my birthday. I ordered the same thing I had the first time - the beef short ribs. These are by far the best short ribs I have ever had! I am not a big beef eater, but had these during both visits. The Bistro was my first time trying short ribs and since then I have ordered them other places, and have always been disappointed. The service was great as well. We had champagne during this visit, but I also remember my friend and I trying some cocktails the first time. Those were also good. I can't wait to go back during my next visit to St. Michael's!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steak Frites, French Onion Soup
Lee Lucss
I forgot to take a photo of the "before", but I think our scraped clean plates say enough! Excellent food, it's rare to say you enjoyed every bite of a meal, but the duck was superb. Our waitress was also extremely professional and friendly. Nothing bad to say about anything, great spot!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Veal Chop
Ryan Miner
Having been a regular patron of Bistro St. Michaels for years, I hold dear memories of the impeccable service and delightful experiences my family and I have cherished over the years.The highlight being our wedding rehearsal dinner hosted five years ago, which was nothing short of perfection. Doug was absolutely wonderful planning every detail - something that we will never, ever forget.However, during our brief visit yesterday evening, the warmth and hospitality we've come to associate with Bistro seemed amiss.Upon entering the restaurant, the initial interaction with the young hostess and another employee left us feeling slightly unwelcomed. Instead of the familiar gracious greeting, we were met with a curt inquiry about reservations and an implication that we might as well leave our names if we so desired.It's crucial for establishments, especially ones as esteemed as Bistro St. Michaels, to consistently uphold the same level of hospitality to both regulars and newcomers alike.Every interaction counts, and even a single off-day can affect a customer's perspective.That said, memories of countless delightful evenings spent here make me willing to consider this an isolated incident.I genuinely hope the management can take note of such experiences and maybe invest in a little refresher course on hospitality for the staff.In the spirit of understanding and growth, I'd be more than willing to give Bistro another shot in the future.The magic of the place remains intact in our hearts; I just hope it resonates in every interaction henceforth.Warm regards,Ryan Miner
Google removed Lupe's previous Review. As they did with another of Lupe's previous reviews.ok. Lupe will cut to the chase and give her devoted followers her bottom line Review..."Wonderful food, service, ambiance, decor. Just BEWARE of their undisclosed SOMETIMES disquised outrageously overpriced Dining options. oh! you didn't ask...they didn't tell you when you ordered. Lupe can afford it all...some diners cannot! but warn me and them when we order. some diners CAN'T afford some of their prices. so? ASK! Lupe says ENJOY! it's wonderful. but? ASK!that's all.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
The Swiss Cis
fantastic food and service. everything was delicious. Great wine selection as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Open Faced Crab Cake
Stephen Griffin
I have eaten here several times. The staff is friendly and attentive. The standard entrees are not that appealing and have inscrutable descriptions, so best to bring a dictionary. The daily specials are good choices. Both times I have had the seafood choice. Take care and be sure to ask the price...
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Tina Fitzpatrick
4 adults and two pups had a wonderful experience on the back patio. We had a exceptional service from Peter. I do not love blue cheese and had considered having it on the side of my Shrimp and Grits. He recommended against it and I am so happy I listened to his recommendation. It was a perfect counterpoint to the Buffalo shrimp.The gazpacho with crab was an additional menu option and it was delicious! Perfect on a warm, humid night.We finished with peach tartine. It was tart and sweet with a lovely ginger tang.It was the perfect evening. Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pan Seared Sea Scallops, Open Faced Crab Cake, Chicken Roulade, Shrimp and Grits
nga Barber
Food was so good. My husband and i still talked about it 24 hours later. We had truffle fries, shrimp and grit, Seafood Gumbo and Swordfish, and they were all delicious. Unfortunately, there were no picture taken cause we ate them too fast?… yes, they are that good. Warm Cherry Crumble is out of this world . Thank you for the phenomenal service, and amazing staffs.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Gumbo, Shrimp and Grits
We dined in the bar area on Sunday evening! Excellent service from Peter as our bartender/server! Excellent food/wine recommendations from Jen!Lucky for us we were able to order from the last week of the winter/spring menu.! We opted for the baked local wild diver oysters! We both agreed they were the best we have had this year! So tender and flavorful! Hubby opted for the short rib bourguignon and he loved it. If I see Coq au vin on a menu it’s my go to! Served over house made egg noodles it was the best I’ve ever had! 5⭐️’s all the way! The Bistro is a must while in STM!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steak Frites, Veal Chop, Braised Short Rib, French Onion Soup, Cheese Board V, Seafood Gumbo, Cream of Crab Soup, Shrimp and Grits
Mandatory stop for anyone walking through St. Michael's- MDHomely attention, excellent vibe; warm decor and honest cuisine ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pan Seared Sea Scallops
Stopped in for a cocktail and an appetizer. Wonderful baked oysters and oysters on the half shell. Great whiskey selection and the blue cheese stuffed olives in my martini were spot on. Service was terrific.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jen always takes great care of us when we come in to dine. Whether you eat in the bar area or the man dining room, service is always top tier!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steak Frites, Pan Seared Sea Scallops, Oyster Stew, Braised Lamb Shank, Oysters on the Half Shell, Veal Chop, Seared Duck Breast, French Onion Soup, Oyster Pot Pie, Seafood Gumbo, Crab Cakes, Shrimp and Grits, Seared Filet Mignon
Everything was AMAZING! Amber gave 10/10 recommendations. Will 100% be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Veal Rib
Great service, good was very good! Somewhat limited menu options. Great location. Call ahead especially during peak season.Parking: Within blocks of Senegal public parking lots.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheese Board V, Soup, Seared Filet Mignon
Excellent food and service last night for my birthday dinner. We love Bistro and it’s always consistent and the food only seems to improve and be more delicious each time. Peter, was excellent and very attentive. Chef Robby is always excellent and goes out of his way to make sure your food is always above and beyond! We always can’t wait to return!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I have dined here twice. The first time my bestie and I had our young kids with us. We had no idea the restaurant was so nice! Luckily our kids behave, and we had a good experience, but I knew I had to go back child free. This time, I went with my husband for my birthday. I ordered the same thing I had the first time - the beef short ribs. These are by far the best short ribs I have ever had! I am not a big beef eater, but had these during both visits. The Bistro was my first time trying short ribs and since then I have ordered them other places, and have always been disappointed. The service was great as well. We had champagne during this visit, but I also remember my friend and I trying some cocktails the first time. Those were also good. I can't wait to go back during my next visit to St. Michael's!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Steak Frites, French Onion Soup
I forgot to take a photo of the "before", but I think our scraped clean plates say enough! Excellent food, it's rare to say you enjoyed every bite of a meal, but the duck was superb. Our waitress was also extremely professional and friendly. Nothing bad to say about anything, great spot!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Veal Chop
Having been a regular patron of Bistro St. Michaels for years, I hold dear memories of the impeccable service and delightful experiences my family and I have cherished over the years.The highlight being our wedding rehearsal dinner hosted five years ago, which was nothing short of perfection. Doug was absolutely wonderful planning every detail - something that we will never, ever forget.However, during our brief visit yesterday evening, the warmth and hospitality we've come to associate with Bistro seemed amiss.Upon entering the restaurant, the initial interaction with the young hostess and another employee left us feeling slightly unwelcomed. Instead of the familiar gracious greeting, we were met with a curt inquiry about reservations and an implication that we might as well leave our names if we so desired.It's crucial for establishments, especially ones as esteemed as Bistro St. Michaels, to consistently uphold the same level of hospitality to both regulars and newcomers alike.Every interaction counts, and even a single off-day can affect a customer's perspective.That said, memories of countless delightful evenings spent here make me willing to consider this an isolated incident.I genuinely hope the management can take note of such experiences and maybe invest in a little refresher course on hospitality for the staff.In the spirit of understanding and growth, I'd be more than willing to give Bistro another shot in the future.The magic of the place remains intact in our hearts; I just hope it resonates in every interaction henceforth.Warm regards,Ryan Miner
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 2
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Google removed Lupe's previous Review. As they did with another of Lupe's previous reviews.ok. Lupe will cut to the chase and give her devoted followers her bottom line Review..."Wonderful food, service, ambiance, decor. Just BEWARE of their undisclosed SOMETIMES disquised outrageously overpriced Dining options. oh! you didn't ask...they didn't tell you when you ordered. Lupe can afford it all...some diners cannot! but warn me and them when we order. some diners CAN'T afford some of their prices. so? ASK! Lupe says ENJOY! it's wonderful. but? ASK!that's all.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
fantastic food and service. everything was delicious. Great wine selection as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Open Faced Crab Cake
I have eaten here several times. The staff is friendly and attentive. The standard entrees are not that appealing and have inscrutable descriptions, so best to bring a dictionary. The daily specials are good choices. Both times I have had the seafood choice. Take care and be sure to ask the price...
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
4 adults and two pups had a wonderful experience on the back patio. We had a exceptional service from Peter. I do not love blue cheese and had considered having it on the side of my Shrimp and Grits. He recommended against it and I am so happy I listened to his recommendation. It was a perfect counterpoint to the Buffalo shrimp.The gazpacho with crab was an additional menu option and it was delicious! Perfect on a warm, humid night.We finished with peach tartine. It was tart and sweet with a lovely ginger tang.It was the perfect evening. Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pan Seared Sea Scallops, Open Faced Crab Cake, Chicken Roulade, Shrimp and Grits
Food was so good. My husband and i still talked about it 24 hours later. We had truffle fries, shrimp and grit, Seafood Gumbo and Swordfish, and they were all delicious. Unfortunately, there were no picture taken cause we ate them too fast?… yes, they are that good. Warm Cherry Crumble is out of this world . Thank you for the phenomenal service, and amazing staffs.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Gumbo, Shrimp and Grits