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Bistro on the Boulevard - Saint Joseph, St. Joseph, MI

Bistro on the Boulevard - Saint Joseph

4.8 (653)
$30 and under
American
521 LAKE BOULEVARD, St. Joseph, MI 49085

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2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 13 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
The Bistro on the Boulevard in downtown St. Joseph, Michigan, located within The Boulevard Inn, consistently fuses local flavors with a new approach to create an unforgettable celebration of cuisine.

Think of our experience as a gastronomical journey. You may either adventure through the diverse menu to one of our feature entrées, or explore the vast list of tapas to create your own memorable meal. Our ingredients are personally chosen for freshness, and our food is a reminder of the simplicity of high-quality cuisine.

From the bar, you may indulge in craft cocktails created in-house by our sensational staff as we let the finest spirits from local distilleries shine. Our draft beer list features a constantly changing lineup of Michigan’s craft brewers which produce some of the finest beers available. Wine Spectator has honored us with its coveted award of excellence for offering “one of the best restaurant wine lists in the world.”

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Cheryl Bernacchi
  • Neighborhood
    Saint Joseph
  • Parking details
    Parking may be difficult to find in during the summer months, please take into account time needed for parking.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access

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What 653 people are saying

Bistro on the Boulevard - Saint Joseph reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Grand Rapids / Western Michigan

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Grand Rapids / Western Michigan

    Great for scenic views

  • Grand Rapids / Western Michigan

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bistro on the Boulevard in Saint Joseph is celebrated for its "top-notch" cuisine and "impeccable" service. Diners rave about the varied menu featuring unique dishes like Iberico pork, antelope, and elk. With "fantastic" views of Lake Michigan, it's perfect for special occasions. Chef Cheryl's creations consistently impress, ensuring a "wonderful experience."
653 Reviews
  1. Tracy

    Chicago / Illinois3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service! They should bottle the tomato jam!!

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  2. Daniel VIP

    Hawaii9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely outstanding ! We had the tournedos Rossini with its foie gras poele, amazing! And the fries real French/ Belgian fries , thin crusty outside soft inside and the desert to die for! We will definitely be back, thanks for that great moment !!

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  3. Paul VIP

    Chicago / Illinois39 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We visited here for our anniversary and it could not have been more pleasant. They have a great menu and over our many visits we’ve yet to be able to find anything that didn’t hit the spot with an A+. Our server Anne is a jewel. Not inexpensive, but you get what you pay for and the quality is top-notch. Kudos to the chef for the menu and quality of the offeringss

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  4. Alicia

    Indiana1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best spot to eat in St. Joe. I had breakfast here each morning. We also had a very delicious dinner! Great service and food!

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  5. Jonathan

    Unspecified1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Probably the best steak and eggs Benedict that I have ever eaten.

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  6. Barbara

    Wisconsin5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a wonderful meal here. It was our anniversary and they even gave us a card signed by the staff and a complimentary dessert. Very nice.

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  7. Bradford

    Grand Rapids / Western Michigan36 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Enjoyed one of our many favorites from Chef Cheryl and her great team, the Spring Bucatini!

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  8. Anna

    London2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A very nice place to eat with things to choose outside of the usual - we had the antelope and the elk and both were great. Great service.

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  9. Sonny

    Grand Rapids / Western Michigan4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    One of a very few restaurants that have Iberico pork on the menu. It's delicious.

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  10. linda

    Tampa / Central Florida West1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner for a friends birthday. They had a card for her that the staff signed. Sweet gesture

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FAQs

Bistro on the Boulevard - Saint Joseph offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (269) 983-3882.

Bistro on the Boulevard - Saint Joseph is rated 4.8 stars by 653 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
Google Map for Bistro on the Boulevard - Saint Joseph

521 LAKE BOULEVARD, St. Joseph, MI 49085

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Saint Joseph
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking may be difficult to find in during the summer months, please take into account time needed for parking.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Cheryl Bernacchi
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access
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