Bacchus Wine Bistro

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   BettAT

   Mexico City

   14 reviews

   1.0

   14 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

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   I don't know where to start... First, there were flies everywhere, including on top of food to be served. And even calling it out to the servers they didn't care. This is a health hazard... The place was very hot, we were all sweating, and it seems it bothered the hostess that we asked to turn the fans on. The wine selection is very good, and with good prices, but the hostess got offended when we asked her to pour the wine. let me give you some context, because we are not snobs, we ask to chill the wine, and she put it in a different table than were we were sitting, so when we asked if she could pour the wine, she says "this is not a fine dining restaurant, you serve yourself", the nerve! Now on the food. The onion soup, the carpaccio and the vegetarian flat bread it was said to be good. Three of us ordered the Stake au poivre, supposedly American Wagyu, but it was more like a tenderloin. For me personally it was ok, not the best beef I have had, but good. The other two people who ordered said it was a really disappointment, more so when the price is $43. This comes with butter which was ok, asparagus, which were very slim, and wedge potatoes, that were raw... for me the thing I liked the best was the sour cream that came with the potato, which is ironic for a French restaurant. Our server was really nice but he messed up the order on which beef was whose and served the wrong one to all three of us. One of us ordered it extremely well done, but it had to be returned to cook it some more. We decided to get dessert somewhere else Maybe the wide variety of cheeses and charcuterie is what this place is good for, paired with good wine selection, and the place is nice, but in general, it is not worth your while if you are looking for a good meal.
   

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   msspfl060714

   Tampa

   20 reviews

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   3.0

   20 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

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   It was okay. Nothing technically bad, but also not amazing. The entrées were not well seasoned and overly buttered. Our server was great. I would go back if someone invited me, but not on my own.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   New York Area

   2 reviews

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   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on May 28, 2023

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   The staff was very helpful and super friendly. The food was amazing and flavorful!
   

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   Nothard2please

   Tampa

   42 reviews

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   5.0

   42 reviews

   Dined on May 27, 2023

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   Bacchus has consistently delicious, fresh food and the best happy hour deals - food and drinks - and their hummus is amazing. Service is prompt and friendly. The only thing we don't like are the barrel tables (not all their tables are that style), which leave no place for your legs to sit comfortably.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Charleston

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on May 27, 2023

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   Great wine list, hummus and the French Onion Soup is amazing.
   

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   NonieS

   Tampa

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on May 27, 2023

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   Food and service were superb! This is my 5th time to dine at Bacchus. My girlfriends and I came for brunch. We had à reservation for an outdoor table and were seated promptly. Their wine of the month was an Italian Rosè which was delightful and refreshing. We paired it with muffuletta, sardines bruschetta, and a plan he charcuterie. all were well plated nicely, fresh and delicious! We loved the sardines bruschetta such that we ordered a second one and of course, a second bottle of their Rosè. Our server, Taylor was very pleasant and attentive.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 26, 2023

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   I had such an amazing experience. Everyone was so nice and welcoming to us. The food and drinks were amazing i will definitely be back!
   

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   ClaireM

   Tampa

   8 reviews

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   3.0

   8 reviews

   Dined on May 21, 2023

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   Good wine list, very nice outdoor dining, creative menu
   

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   AlysonZ

   Las Vegas

   8 reviews

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   5.0

   8 reviews

   Dined on May 20, 2023

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   absolutely fantastic caesar salad followed by a beautiful hand-picked charcuterie board. Wine is reasonably priced by the bottle. Will be back!
   

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    NINAB

    Tallahassee

    34 reviews

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    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

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    ALWAYS great! Winston, our server was fabulous. Devorah always makes the experience special. FOod is great every time!
    

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    DavidS

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

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    Great Food Great Service. Love sitting outside, lovely sea breeze.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

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    Service and food was great! My mother raves about the Bacchus Grilled Cheese. We sat at a table outside and did not enter the building, so I can’t truly speak to the ambiance of the restaurant. Will visit again for wine and appetizers.
    

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    Sara

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

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    One of my favorite places to go in DTSP. Owners are wonderful. Staff is great. Food and wine is fabulous!!
    

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    Helli

    Hawaii

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

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    We love it… but it will be awesome if we can find a little bit more vegan options 😚
    

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    Lking

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

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    We were there for Mothers day and it was wonderful! The Staff was so accomodating and the food was incredible!
    

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    Wineguy

    Tampa

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

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    Well appointed wine list, great food, atmosphere and service. Great place for a casual meal and a nice glass of wine.
    

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    RandyF

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

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    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

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    We always love this place.
    

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    royals

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

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    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

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    Wonderful food and atmosphere! Service was prompt and attentive.
    

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    Delicateflower

    Tampa

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

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    This was our first time dining at Bacchus and we thoroughly enjoyed it. We were impressed with the staff, especially Davora and Benjamin, our server. Davora is the sommelier as well as the hostess and she helped us pick out a great Chardonnay. The wine list is quite extensive. Both were friendly and knowledgeable. They ensured we had a great time. The food was delicious. We had the carne flatbread, one of the best flatbreads we’ve ever had, the tuna carpaccio and the beef carpaccio. The tuna carpaccio was outstanding and my husband said the same thing about the beef carpaccio. The menu features mostly shareable items, salads, sandwiches and two entrees. The Steak au poive was ordered by several people at another table and came out flaming. It looked wonderful and definitely something we will try in the future. The dining area seats mostly tables for 4 with two larger tables for about 6-8 people. There is also dining outside and along the windows. The atmosphere is fun and comfortable and we do plan on going back. Would definitely recommend.
    

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    Missy

    Tampa

    4 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

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    It was OK. I made a reservation for a standard table, which was an option to the high top. There was only one standard table and it only sat 2 and we were 3 people. It was very uncomfortable for my husband who just had knee surgery. I ordered the muffaletta without meat and literally got tapenade, arugula and bread. I did not get the mozzarella, it was not worth the price! Overall experience was lackluster. Our server was very sweet, though. Probably won't be back.
    

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    BillfromTenn

    E. Tennessee

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

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    The service was exceptional. Sitting outside is was damp, raining, n breezy, snd the waiter provided blankets to improve to comfort of sitting outside which we preferred. Overall they wagu , lobster salad, duck pate song with a nice selection of cheese was absolutely perfect. Would certainly go back again and highly recommended.
    

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    MACDLC52

    Tampa

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

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    What a nice place to spend a rainy evening! We left the film fesitval at about 6, and the rain was just beginning. We had reservations, and though we were a few minutes early, it was not a problem. We were seated at a bar type seating, looking out on the sidewalk - what a great place to people-watch! The waiter quickly approached us for a choice of water, and then took our wine orders. We listened to his recommendations, and were not disappointed. We then asked for assistance putting together a board - we simply told him the limited set of choices that we did not like (we're not blue cheese or foie gras fans) and he put together a wonder selection for us. He checked on us regularly for wine and water re-fills , in just the right way. He was again very helpful in selecting chocolates for dessert - and what a fun dessert it was! No heavy desserts here -just a few pieces of delicious chocolates. All the good was excellent, and the service was outstanding. Sadly, we are not from the immediate area, or we would be here constantly, but will be recommending it to anyone who will listen!
    

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    JohnG

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

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    Simply outstanding jewel in St Pete! Great support staff who helped us with an ever changing reservation with great patience as well as the always outstanding service personnel who are engaging, energetic and helpful
    

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    JennaJ

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

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    Always the best time. Y’all were SLAMMED today yet service was still great & your somm is a rockstar, which I’m sure you know! Had a few bottles of Pinot blanc, a charcuterie, trio, and flatbread. Flatbread was just okay, everything else nailed it
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

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    This is my favorite wine bar! Love love love this place!
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    7 reviews

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    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

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    Best Happy Hour in St Pete! Charcuterie, Hummus, 4 glasses of wine (2 people) for around $32. Cant beat that! Great service and nice ambiance too!
    

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    ChefHazel

    Tampa

    14 reviews

    1.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

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    So I ordered a bottle of wine , which I enjoyed until a fly ended up in my glass. I summoned the waitress to advise her that I did not order a fly in my wine. She offered to bring me a new glass but did not offer any compensation for the wine that I could not drink. Due to it had a fly swimming in it. My friend and I ordered the lobster salad which was inedible. The server asked if we would like to take it home!!! No it's inedible., we advised. Never going back to Bacchus
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

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    Paul did an amazing job in serving our table. The flow between courses were perfectly timed. Food was delicious and loved the salted Carmel cheesecake!
    

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    ThomasH

    Chicago

    19 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

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    This was our first meal in St. Pete as residents. Bacchus wax terrific, but we are 60 and sitting inside was a bit loud. Otherwise PERFECT.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 21, 2023

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    We were not seated and they forgot about us after telling us to sit at bar.
    

    Bacchus Wine BistroResponded on April 26, 2023Hi there, First, thank you for your patronage and perspective! We are very sorry to hear about this. This is not a situation our management was aware of, and absolutely unacceptable. We always strive for the absolute best customer experience. If you could contact me, I would like to understand the situation better and invite you back to try us again with a gift card for a new experience! Kindly, Devorah GM and The Bacchus Team
    

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    MelissaB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 21, 2023

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    Great Happy Hour- loved sitting at the window, felt like I was outside but with A/C. Service is always great, and it starts at the hostess station. My top three items: Raclette, Lobster Salad, and Cherry Moscato.
    

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    Mike2014

    New England

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on April 18, 2023

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    One of our favorite St. Petersburg bistros. Excellent food and service and a great location. We celebrate many special occasions here.
    

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    Falcon

    Tampa

    64 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    64 reviews

    Dined on April 18, 2023

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    Great happy hour. Flat bread and soup were also really good.
    

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    TimC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 17, 2023

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    Our server, Amy, was awesome. Good plant based options available.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 16, 2023

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    Absolutely one of my favorite places in St Petersburg Food never disappoints, everything is always fresh and flavorful The charcuterie boards are delicious The staff is friendly and attentive
    

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    Chris

    Baltimore

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

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    One of my favorite restaurants! Great food, wine, service, atmosphere.
    

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    HeleneTravelkiddo

    Tampa

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 11, 2023

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    Swung by after work and found out it was national fondue day! And the wine of the month was delicious so I brought one home at their discounted take away price.
    

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    DianeS

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

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    Went for Easter. Wonderful red and white sangria, beet carpaccio was amazing and the grilled cheese was yummy. Benjamin was a very nice and attentive server. I will definitely go back there again!
    

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    onejuan

    San Antonio

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on April 6, 2023

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    Bacchus is on our regular circuit. Excellent food, service and reasonably priced wines make this a staple. Plus great indoor outdoor options. And casual elegant ambiance wrap up the experience.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Key West

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 4, 2023

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    Great time with my friend! Had charcuterie and a bottle of wine to start and shared a flatbread for dinners
    

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