bistro
noun
bis·tro
ˈbē-(ˌ)strō 
ˈbi-
ˈbi-
plural bistros
1
: a small or unpretentious restaurant
2
a
: a small bar or tavern
b
Synonyms
Examples of bistro in a Sentence
a bistro in Paris that serves veal chops and hearty stews
a section of the city populated with casual bistros offering entertainment to suit nearly every taste
Recent Examples on the Web
One of those rare New York City institutions that remains unchanged despite operating throughout several decades, Raoul’s is a French bistro that’s been a SoHo staple since 1975.
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Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 10 Apr. 2024
The findings really do showcase just how fantastically diverse America's dining scene is, with winners including waffle spots in Hawaii, Thai food in Idaho, a French bistro in Illinois, an Italian eatery in Delaware, and a Lebanese spot in West Virginia.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 29 Mar. 2024
Now the pair is stepping away from their usual Echo Park digs to open Camelia, a French-Japanese bistro in the Arts District.
—Kate Kassin, Bon Appétit, 28 Mar. 2024
Near that shooting, and near where Brown and Lucks were fatally shot, is an upscale French bistro struggling to stay open.
—Emily Davies, Washington Post, 19 Mar. 2024
Fine-Dining Burgers Patricof is a fan of the patties at French bistro Petit Trois; sake bar and Japanese restaurant Ototo; Sunset Boulevard’s Horses and Michelin-starred Camphor.
—Degen Pener, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Mar. 2024
Guests can also utilize on-site amenities like a bistro, gift shop and hair salon.
—The Arizona Republic, 30 Mar. 2024
Read on to see even more discounts on outdoor lounge chairs, bistro sets, storage ottomans, and more must-haves.
—Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 24 Mar. 2024
Colonia México: Just north of the city center, Colonia México features cozy bistros, historic architecture, wine bars, and gastropubs, as well as beautiful gardens.
—Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 20 Feb. 2024
Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 10 Apr. 2024
The findings really do showcase just how fantastically diverse America's dining scene is, with winners including waffle spots in Hawaii, Thai food in Idaho, a French bistro in Illinois, an Italian eatery in Delaware, and a Lebanese spot in West Virginia.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 29 Mar. 2024
Now the pair is stepping away from their usual Echo Park digs to open Camelia, a French-Japanese bistro in the Arts District.
—Kate Kassin, Bon Appétit, 28 Mar. 2024
Near that shooting, and near where Brown and Lucks were fatally shot, is an upscale French bistro struggling to stay open.
—Emily Davies, Washington Post, 19 Mar. 2024
Fine-Dining Burgers Patricof is a fan of the patties at French bistro Petit Trois; sake bar and Japanese restaurant Ototo; Sunset Boulevard’s Horses and Michelin-starred Camphor.
—Degen Pener, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Mar. 2024
Guests can also utilize on-site amenities like a bistro, gift shop and hair salon.
—The Arizona Republic, 30 Mar. 2024
Read on to see even more discounts on outdoor lounge chairs, bistro sets, storage ottomans, and more must-haves.
—Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 24 Mar. 2024
Colonia México: Just north of the city center, Colonia México features cozy bistros, historic architecture, wine bars, and gastropubs, as well as beautiful gardens.
—Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 20 Feb. 2024
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“Bistro.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bistro. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
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bistro
noun
bis·tro
ˈbēs-(ˌ)trō
ˈbis-
ˈbis-
: a small or modest restaurant
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