Bistro Vendome

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Address:
1420 Larimer Street
Denver, CO 80202

Neighborhood:
Downtown / LoDo

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Cuisine:
French

Price: $30 and under

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Bistro Vendome Details

Dining Style: Casual Elegant
Website: http://www.bistrovendome.com
Phone: (303) 825-3232
Hours of Operation: Brunch Saturday-Sunday: 10:00am-2:00pm Dinner Monday-Thursday: 5:00pm-10:00pm Dinner Friday-Saturday: 5:00pm-11:00pm Dinner Sunday: 5:00pm-9:00pm
Payment Options: AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: French
Executive Chef: Jennifer Jasinski
Dress Code: Casual Dress
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Non-Smoking Area, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Cross Street: 14th Street
Parking: Street Parking

A word from Bistro Vendome

Bistro Vendome, designed to evoke the look and feel of a long-established, family-owned bistro plucked from a Parisian street corner, features a carefully crafted menu that contains a wealth of French flavors served in a comfortable and charming environment. Brought to you by the owners of nearby… Rioja, Bistro Vendome is based a foundation of classical French with a lighter and more contemporary influence. This heartwarming bistro fare pairs well with the full service bar with more than 65 selections of French wine representing all regions of France. Every detail of the food, service and atmosphere guarantees a unique and authentic French dining experience.Continued

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Diners' Choice WinnerFrench
Diners' Choice WinnerOutdoor Dining

Diner Reviews

"What used to be the Russian Tea Room transformed into a quaint authentic French bistro. We ate mussles, crepes, scallops and trout after a Sunday matinee with great wine and impecsble service. Incredible desserts as well...can't wait to retur n <3"
Dined on 3/9/2014
"Bistro Vendome didn't disappoint for my birthday brunch. Everything was delicious - from the French pastries we started with (apple was my favorite), to my Croque Vendome. I recommend getting it with the optional fried egg. Delicious! The only thing that I think they could work on was the service. Our server was very awkward. She would come to our table and just look at us for awhile and not speak. And another server that dropped off our pastries barely spoke either. But other than that, everything was wonderful!"
Dined on 3/8/2014
"This is a perfect spot for pre theater and pre symphony dining. We have been there 3 times in the past month because it is so special. There is a short walk to the theater complex. The staff is very tuned in to getting us in and out in order to make our shows. The ambience is so welcoming. On Tuesday nights, the restaurant is doing a recipe from a cookbook and supplies the recipe for you to take home. We had mussels in a remarkable broth, about as special as it could be. We asked for spoons to finish the broth. If you like chicken, and I do, try theirs for a succulent surprise."
Dined on 3/4/2014
"Walking distance for downtown meetings. My second visit, and not disappointing. I've lived in France, and this is very close to walking into a cozy bistro in many French cities. The attention to wine is well beyond the American average, and the flavors authentic. The details (like the bread and butter!) are well done, and the preparation of the dishes brings out the flavors. Perhaps because I was hungry and the taste so good, I wished for larger portions. Maybe that could be an option? How many places in the US offer Green Chartreuse as an after dinner drink? Wonderful !"
Dined on 3/3/2014
"The food is excellent (French Fries with breakfast? But of course!) Can't wait for the patio to open for the summer."
Dined on 3/2/2014
"We went to dinner with friends for my wife's birthday at Bistro Vendome last Saturday. The service was friendly, relaxed and attentive. Beet salad was fresh, tasty and uniquely dressed with a wonderful vinaigrette. The scallops were fresh, sweety, tender and very tasty accompanied by several purees and sauces that added to the flavor. The chef accommodated several unique dietary requests. Desserts were superb- a crème brulee and a chocolate mousse cake. We plan to return to this restaurant frequently."
Dined on 3/1/2014
"I recommend this restaurant to anyone who enjoys great service and a delicious French cuisine! With amazing food and a wonderful staff this is a restaurant to remember!"
Dined on 3/2/2014
"I have come here many times for personal occasions (anniversary, special treat) and business occasions (team celebration, recruiting) and it always leaves a lasting, wonderful memory."
Dined on 3/2/2014
"We were very disappointed with Bistro Vendome, we were out for my boyfriend's birthday and to experience Restaurant Week. First, we had a reservation for 7:15 and had to wait 45 minutes before we were seated. The host was rude and asked if we wanted to wait in the bar which was very small. We were sat at a tiny table right on top of another tiny table, so close that the woman next to us bumped us taking off her jacket.The food was meh, nothing really exciting or interesting and certainly not worth the cost. We did have great service our waiter, Matt, was friendly and attentive. The only saving grace was the Creme Brulee, it was to delicious. Otherwise I was not impressed and will not return."
Dined on 2/28/2014
"Six of us dined. Five enjoyed their meal. My experience was not good. Braised scallops were skimpy & tasteless. Sauce on Escargot appetizer was good, but escargot were small. Shared desert of one per couple was a disaster. The Pistachio Macaroon with Chocolate Mousse was long on a green, tasteless macaroon & very short on chocolate mousse with a teeny, tiny sliver of two partial orange sections. To be fair, the other couples enjoyed their Veal Short Ribs & Crème Brulee. This was my last time for Denver Restaurant Week. Out of 10 years, I have had only 3 memorable dining occasions during that event. Now price has gone up to $30 per person and I wish to enjoy the meal I pay for."
Dined on 2/26/2014
"Liked the restaurant ambience. The wait was long the salmon was under cooked and had to sent it back. My wife's veal short rib was very fatty and she waited for me to get my dinner hers was cold . Wine and apps were good."
Dined on 2/25/2014
"Very good food and great service. Expanded menu for Restaurant Week was nice to have some options for a modest price."
Dined on 2/25/2014
"Food and service was very good. First time, and I would go back."
Dined on 2/25/2014
"Bistro was great. The waiter was enthusiastic and knowledgable regarding a wine selection. Food delish. I had the pork hash. So good! It is very much like dining in Paris regarding atmosphere and menu choices. We will return and hopefully sit on the patio on a nice day!"
Dined on 2/23/2014
"Bistro Vendome is certainly one of the best restaurants in Denver. Food is always excellent, and the wine list has hidden gems! A place to return."
Dined on 2/24/2014
"of our meals were great! Presentation and wonderful rich flavors of food make you want to return soon!"
Dined on 2/23/2014
"We enjoyed a wonderful dinner during Restaurant Week - the meal was delicious from the moules, steak frites and creme brulee - not to mention a great bottle of wine...oooh la la! Our server Mark was very attentive and helpful. Looking forward to dining outside when the weather is warmer!"
Dined on 2/23/2014
"Food was great but service was horrendous. Our waiter could have cared less whether we enjoyed our food out not. Never checked with us after the food was delivered and dropped the check without asking us if we wanted anything else. We wanted another round of drinks as we still has plenty of time before the ballet."
Dined on 2/23/2014
"We went for Restaurant week and had a great experience. Every course was wonderful & service was great."
Dined on 2/22/2014
"We enjoyed our dinner at Bistro Vendome except for the insanely awful music that was playing. We were in the wine room and everyone in there agreed that the Cats in Heat and Fighting music was disturbing. I understand the use of fast music to hurry people along in their dining experience but what was playing could not be considered music and distracted from an otherwise great dining experience."
Dined on 2/22/2014
"Definitely one of downtown's best restaurants.. Busy restaurant during Restaurant week, but they handled it well... definitely a good time!..."
Dined on 2/22/2014
"The food here is wonderful and everything on the menu is delicious. I had the croque madame and it was fantastic."
Dined on 5/4/2013
"Excellent Paris bistro atmosphere with first class good and wine. We'll be back for certain."
Dined on 2/21/2014
"The wine, the food, the service, was perfect. We were celebrating my wife's birthday and it was just perfect. They were fantastic."
Dined on 2/18/2014
"We have eaten here many times and when we went for valentines day we were not disappointed. It is a truly romantic restaurant and the food is fantastic."
Dined on 2/15/2014
"Food and ambiance were great. Our waiter seemed to resent explaining menu items. Are they suppose to mimic actual French wait staff? ;)"
Dined on 2/7/2014
"Bistro Vendome continues to impress me. The service is outstanding and the food is delicious and extremely reasonable. This was our first visit on a Saturday night and we were very impressed with the service and quality of our food. Everything was first rate."
Dined on 2/15/2014
"Staff food and ambiance were all too notch. Favorite place in Denver."
Dined on 2/15/2014
"Great little place went for saturday brunch it was quiet, quaint and cozy. Food was delicious waiter was so helpful and respectful he made us feel special. All around awesome. Location is fantastic as well off the street and secluded far from the city although in the heart of the city. Great date spot!"
Dined on 2/15/2014
"Have been to Bistro Vendome for both brunch and dinner and the staff & service is awesome as is the food, cocktails and wine."
Dined on 2/14/2014
"The food here is great. The atmosphere is cozy and I love the outdoor seating. It is so beautiful and quiet for being downtown. I will definitely go back here."
Dined on 2/14/2014
"A group of friends and I had a delicious meal in this charming french restaurant behind some of Larimer's great boutiques. My risotto croquette was marvelously crisp on the outside and creamy on the inside. It was perfectly accompanied by a fresh green salad. A lovely glass (or two..) of Vouvray brought it all together. Although it was snowing when we were there, the front patio in the courtyard looks perfect for outdoor dining - far removed from the busy street, with nice shade trees."
Dined on 2/10/2014
"Had a lovely time celebrating at Bistro Vendomme. From valet parking to dessert everything went smooth. Our server was incredibly knowledgeable and the food was delicious. Great bistro dining."
Dined on 1/31/2014
"don't want to write a long or formal review. Just want to say that it was as fabulous as the first time i dined with you. great service, wonderful food--each dish had its own character, taste, and presentation. (we had veal short ribs, salmon, and duck) we will return"
Dined on 2/8/2014
"This place is delicious. Every time I have gone, the menu has been slightly different, so I always get to try new things. The fresh bread is warm when it is brought out and a small sample of soup before dinner is always a plus. I keep coming back and wish I could go more frequently."
Dined on 2/8/2014
"My husband and I had our anniversary dinner here and I must say it was just ok. The bartender, Jason, was terrific. He was knowledgable about the wine list, friendly and engaging. The food was good, although we had to send our appetizers back as they were only lukewarm (lobster bisque and sweetbreads). I think they put sugar on the fries, which ruined them for both us. Table service started out good, then fell apart at the end. The server disappeared for about 15 minutes for our whole room. We won't be going back."
Dined on 2/8/2014
"I've visited Roija a couple times and always been impressed, so I was expecting the same from their sister restaurant and it didnt' quite deliver. Food was ok, not great, but ok. We had the mussels - the broth was delicious, but a few of the mussles themselves were REALLY fishy tasting. My date had the trout which was notably better than my short ribs, which essentially just tasted like roast beef I'd make in the crockpot at home and were sitting on a parsnip puree which was good, but I found it too sweet for the short ribs pairing. Service was slow and we sat for at least 15 min waiting for the check. Beautiful setting, romantic, and not particularly expensive, but I'm not sure we'll go back."
Dined on 2/8/2014
"Our early Valentines experience was tremendous. The staff was friendly and knowledgable and tended to our needs without missing a beat we were not rushed through like dining cattle which made the ultimate evening a truly wonderful and romantic experience for my wife and I. We will be back..."
Dined on 2/8/2014
"What an outstanding result to the effort put forth by everyone on Team BV involved in the Beer & Barleywine event! Their passion was evident throughout the evening. The food was amazing as always, but the pairings took everything to another level. The usual excellent service was equally lifted by the staff's excellent coordination & enthusiasm. (Where else does a server hear a utensil drop to the floor from across the room & not only discern which one, but arrive at the table in seconds with a replacement?!!) We felt so welcome, had so much fun, & learned a lot! Plus, BV made it affordable enough for us to attend more events in the future. Thank you, everyone, & bravo!"
Dined on 2/6/2014
"Bistro Vendome continues to be a preference! Whether brunch,lunch or dinner this restaurant is excellent. The menu include french favorites as well as specialties, the space resembles a french cafe, and the service is stellar."
Dined on 2/5/2014

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