Bistro 821

Bistro 821
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Bistro 821

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Address:
821 5th Avenue South
Naples, FL 34102

Neighborhood:
Naples

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Cuisine:
American

Price: $30 and under

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Bistro 821 Details

Dining Style: Fine Dining
Website: http://www.Bistro821.com
Email: info@bistro821.com
Phone: (239) 261-5821
Hours of Operation: Dinner Nightly: 5:00pm - 10:30pm
Payment Options: AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: American, Fusion / Eclectic
Executive Chef: Jesse Housman
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking Area, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Smoking Area (patio only), Wheelchair Access, Wine
Catering: Private Chef Services, Private Parties, Private dining room available
Entertainment: Live Music Friday Nights in Season

Getting there

Cross Street: 8th Street
Parking: Public Lot
Parking Details: Plenty of free parking behind restaurant as well as 2- 4 level parking garages behind our parking lot.

A word from Bistro 821

Bistro 821 is the Popular local restaurant where the locals come to dine. We feature an extensive menu of the best dishes from our 15 years of being on 5th Ave in Naples Florida. Large parties over 10 people must call us directly. Private Dining Room Avaialble Our service is friendly, attentive… and unpretentious. We have a full liquor bar and a fantastic wine list.
Bistro 821 is a restaurant you will come too again and again, a place where you will be remembered. Locally owned and operated, you will always find owners Billy Holcomb or Chef Jesse Housman ready to take care of all your needs. Continued

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Awards voted by OpenTable diners

Diners' Choice WinnerAmerican

Diner Reviews

"Everything I had/sampled off fellow diners' plates was delicious. Goat cheese and artichoke spring rolls, Neapolitan pasta, artichoke risotto, rack of lamb. And we didn't even try their two biggest specialties (sea bass and snapper). Plus, they were the only restaurant during my visit that had a decent craft IPA on tap. I had a lot of great meals in Naples--this was definitely one of, if not the best."
Dined on 3/11/2014
"I had a guest in from out of town in Naples and I was able to secure a reservation at the Bistro 821. We arrived promptly at our scheduled time and were seated immediately. Our server, John B., promptly took our drink order and brought bread to the table. We ordered 1/2 salads (plenty big) and upon recommendation from John, we both ordered the Miso Sea Bass. It was absolutely wonderful, served with asparagus and mashed potatoes. What a terrific evening. My guest was delighted and took cards to recommend the place to her friends back at the Hilton. What a gem! Nice, efficient server too!"
Dined on 3/10/2014
"We had out of town guests and chose this proven restaurant. Love the fact that they offer half portions in both salads and entrees. Wonderful waiter. We will be back!"
Dined on 3/10/2014
"Item ordered had too many onions/garlic. Not what I expected for Penne ala Vodka, Would go back to this restaurant though but would order something else."
Dined on 11/18/2013
"I'm never a fan of a seating arrangement with tables lined along the wall...kindda feels like your dining with the people on either side of you. That being said the food is wonderful. Interesting food without being too crazy with odd ingredients. Sea bass is out if this world. Risotto dishes are great. Love the ability to order 1/2 portions....which, with appetizer and salad, was still enough to bring home something for lunch the next day! Highly recommend!"
Dined on 3/9/2014
"Dined with 4 couples in total and everyone was very pleased. Doug was our waiter and he was SUPERB. Food was great and service was excellent. Will definitely recommend Bistro 821."
Dined on 3/1/2014
"We have been to Bistro 821 many times and never been disappointed. The early wine and dine is a bargain. The table is always ready for the time booked and we have been fortunate to always get an outside table when requested."
Dined on 3/7/2014
"...it is awful. Everyone else enjoyed their dinner."
Dined on 3/7/2014
"THANK YOU ANGELA FOR MAKING OUR DINNER AT BITRO 821 SO MEMORABLE."
Dined on 3/7/2014
"This has been our 19 year old grandsons long time favorite. However, this time we were seated in the far back corner, facing the kitchen. It was noisy and chaotic, and distracted from our meal. Our waiter was brusque and never mentioned the specials (we overheard him telling them to other diners). He would disappear, and we had to ask for bread after our meal was served. Our meal came very quickly, and we felt like they were anxious to turn our table. Much better places to spend your money on 5th Ave."
Dined on 3/6/2014
"Great food at an awesome price if you get the dining deal"
Dined on 3/6/2014
"Attentive and quick service. Great meal highly recommended spot and we loved our meal. Sea bass is prepared with a crust and a soy sauce done perfectly. Combo of fish was also a hit. Will be returning soon."
Dined on 3/5/2014
"Everything is usually very good as it was tonight. We dined off the specials menu"
Dined on 3/5/2014
"So great we came back a 2nd time while vacationing in Naples. The miso seared sea bass is a rich delicious experience. Wonderful service fantastic meal both times!"
Dined on 3/3/2014
"our party of 6 was all seated by 6 pm (our reservation time) and could not order from the Dine & Wine menu as we always have been able to on the same time schedule. We have always enjoyed this feature as we go to the Gulfshore Playhouse - we eat at 6 then go to the 8 pm performance. I doubt we will go again since they have changed their policy."
Dined on 3/1/2014
"We've celebrated anniversaries and birthdays and taken advantage of the 'wine & dine" and the restaurant personel have always gone overboard with service & special touches......and they have always tried their hardest to seat us outside & usually succeed. Besides that their wine & dine special is not only a bargain but the food & wine are also very good!!!!"
Dined on 3/1/2014
"While we are always delighted with he quality of the food and the choicesmade available, we also look forward to the delightful staff who make a special evening even more memorable. On Saturday w had the occassion to have Monica as our server nd she did not disappoint. We are looking forward to seeing you again tomorrow evening. Sincerely T and M"
Dined on 3/1/2014
"We dine out often with friends. It's hard to find a place that everyone's food and dining experience is perfect. It was an excellent dining experience. We were seated in time for our reservation. Thank you Bistro 821!"
Dined on 3/1/2014
"Dined here for the first time on a busy Sunday night. Ambiance, service & food were all excellent. Be sure to get an outside table. Presentation of plates was beautiful. Baked brie appetizer - wonderful. Sea bass - best we've ever had! Prawns & Bouillabaisse - fabulous. And when we just couldn't decide, we chose their great "pick two or three" option. A great dining experience, & we'll definitely be back!"
Dined on 3/2/2014
"Three out of 4 people had the sole and were disappointed. Too much butter and they felt the sole tasted as if it were previously frozen. We have eaten there numerous times and have never had a complaint."
Dined on 2/27/2014
"service and food were both good. The noise level was louder than "energetic""
Dined on 2/27/2014
"Great experience .. took our family visitors to 821 for a special dinner treat while in Naples. We were not disappointed. Great food ... terrific service. We will be back!"
Dined on 2/26/2014
"We were 6 for dinner. Douglas, our server was good end efficient and all 6 enjoyed the fine food! Will return!"
Dined on 2/26/2014
"We always enjoy going here. Food quality perfect. Nice to have a choice for portions. Its always very busy so the waiters have to many yables to attend to. Bread came too late and we would have had more drinks if waiter had been around. We of course come back!"
Dined on 2/25/2014
"food is always good and usually service is as well. this time we had a server who didn't bring us bread, didn't get our drinks to us. didn't get our food to us hot."
Dined on 2/23/2014
"Bistro 821 Staff was very helpful in assisting my guests with presenting a surprise homemade cake and they took the initiative to decorate the table for a special occasion. Service was accommodating and efficient without rushing. Great atmosphere; energetic but not overly noisy! Seafood Risotto was excellent and my guests raved over the snapper and sea bass. A Naples restaurant with a friendly personality even in the midst of season!"
Dined on 2/23/2014
"Bistro 821 is surrounded by a lot of high profile restaurants on Fifth. But few can match the consistently good food and creative menu."
Dined on 2/22/2014
"We had a enjoyable meal. The srevice was good and the meal was great. One of my favorite restaurants in Naples."
Dined on 2/18/2014
"i wish there was a bistro like this near our home - i would go every week. Service a little below par - waiter was very friendly but obviously had too many tables to really be attentive. but thats my only negative. the food was truely enjoyable. everything we had was so delicious. i would definately go there again on my next visit to Naples."
Dined on 2/22/2014
"The place was packed, but we were seated promptly (had made reservations three days earlier) and the service was great. The small Bistro mix salad was very tasty and just the right size. The seafood paella was among the best we've had – served with an abundance of seafood and just the right amount of soupiness to the rice; the pork chop was cooked to order and came with a very nice marinade. The wine list had a nice selection at various price points. Don’t miss the Key Lime pie to top off a great meal here."
Dined on 2/19/2014
"I picked this restaurant by chance on line before going on vacation, I was pleasantly surprised that I picked such a great place. The bartenders were very good, even told me what to order. the sea bass with risotto, It was the best meal of my vacation. We will return next year."
Dined on 2/13/2014
"My complaint was I substituted a rice cake for the mashed potatoes and was up charged $2.99 to switch a STARCH for a STARCH. which I thought was ridiculous."
Dined on 2/20/2014
"We've had dinner here on several occasions and every time we have a wonderful experience. It never disappoints. The meals are plentiful and high quality. The presentation of the meal is so inviting. Ambiance could not be better - although we always sit outside. The host/manager very accommodating and our wait person very friendly and knowledgeable. This time we decided to try their early dining special which was a steal. It was excellent -- as comparable to their regular dining menu. We were never rushed. This is a must for you to try. Thank you Bistro 821."
Dined on 2/18/2014
"This restaurant features a diverse menu, and some interesting specials and special combo offers. We ate outside, and it was comfortable and fun. Our server was efficient and fun. Salads were outstanding, as were the entrees. Been here twice, and really enjoyed it both times."
Dined on 2/17/2014
"Excellent service, fabulous food quality...consistently great!"
Dined on 2/14/2014
"The food at Bistro 821 has been wonderful every time we have gone, but nothing beats the amazing waitstaff. The servers are attentive and extremely knowledgeable about the menu and the restaurant. There's nothing not to like here."
Dined on 2/16/2014
"The service we received for dinner was horrendous. So much so that my wife and I believe that they were short staffed and had a busser, with no experience or training, serve us. First we never received our appetizer. Then it took 45 minutes to receive bread and an hour to receive our main courses. By the time food came to our table they finally put our wine that went warm into a chiller. She also never stopped by the table and never asked us how it was. When I asked to speak with the manager, when i got the check, he seemed to be aware of the issue, giving the excuse that they were short staffed because someone went home with the flu and took no responsibility. The meals we received were ok Mine came out luke warm but my wife loved the lamb"
Dined on 2/17/2014
"We vacationed in Naples for five days. Bistro 821 was the last restaurant we dined at. By far it was the best meal we had during our stay. The food was excellent and the service was great!"
Dined on 2/16/2014
"Bistro 821 is one of our very favorites in Naples!"
Dined on 2/15/2014
"Again, we had a very enjoyable experience at Bistro 821. Our server, James, was very professional and efficient. He also encouraged me to try the Paella, which was superb. Others enjoyed the bass and pork tenderloin, which was much larger than anticipated and consumed with great delight. The wine is acceptable and overall this meal cannot be topped."
Dined on 2/17/2014

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