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BISTRONOMIE by Baumé, Palo Alto, CA

BISTRONOMIE by Baumé

5.0
5
497 Reviews
$50 and over
French
BISTRONOMIE by Baumé, French Moderne Cuisine is a combination of fine food with a more open, casual and friendly atmosphere, serving high-level meals at lower prices in a more relaxed environment. Local, seasonal ingredients that support independent farms.

Young people 8 years and older are welcome to join us for dinner provided that they will enjoy the Chef's tasting menu experience and the good company of the adults in their party. SORRY NO BABIES OR SMALL KIDS ALLOWED.

We can accommodate large party up to 8 people maximum, by request only: reservation@bistronomiebybaume.com or text: 1.650.328.8899

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    French, Fish, Contemporary French
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (650) 328-8899
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Bruno Chemel
  • Neighborhood
    Palo Alto
  • Cross street
    Park Boulevard
  • Parking details
    Easy street parking and public parking lots close to restaurant.
  • Public transit
    One block from California Avenue train station, Palo Alto, CA
  • Additional
    Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wine

What 497 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

5.0
5 based on recent ratings
  • 5Food
  • 5Service
  • 5Ambience
  • 4.9Value

NoiseModerate

497 Reviews
  1. Bonov

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on August 16, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best meal ever, we were happy and sad because that’s was the last day of service, but we wish Bruno and Christie good luck for the future. Will miss the extraordinary food and unique professional honest service. Few places like that around the world!!!

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  2. AlexE

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 10, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    High quality food and crafted to perfection. The fish sea bass was crispy and moist, the tomato salmon was interesting and incredibly delicious tasty 😋

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 10, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best restaurant in the world, stunning food and great atmosphere. The concept is unique and special. I love going there.......

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  4. NonoH

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 10, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Memorable experience with my wife. Food is impeccable and service superb.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 10, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Finals days and we will miss the genius chef and his wonderful accommodating wife with a beautiful smile. As always the food was fantastic and perfect portions and service amazing. Thank you for all the years serving one of the best innovative food in the world. Hopefully you will resurface some where else.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and authentic ambience setting. Thank you very much for your honest hospitality

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Surpassing value for the money. Very professional and effective service. Food still two michelin star. Going to this place since 2010 and the quality is always exceptional. Not every restaurant is like this unfortunately

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  8. HenriH

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 27, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect dinner with my business friends.enjoyed food and service.recommend this restaurant

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 27, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible impeccable crafted dishes. The freshest fish I never have and cooked perfectly.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 26, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Highly recommended, food was delicious fantastic, a little price for the amount of food that you got fantastic service

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  11. BeaH

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on July 26, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoy my family time and birthday. The food was delicious and outstanding, service generous and professional.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 20, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and wonderful service. Enjoyed our birthday dinner

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 20, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved food, service, ambience. Very quiet place so perfect for privacy.

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 20, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful meal, with excellent service. Sometimes you get what you pay for....

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 20, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambience and service. Every dish was outstanding and delicious

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  16. Bonov

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on July 19, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always flawless service and superb food.fair prices.

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  17. Zephir22

    San Francisco

    53 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on July 19, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I am still thinking about the experience and the food I got there. The food was top notch but it was the little details on each course that makes it special

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 19, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Impeccable service and fantastic meal.the dining room feel like a relaxing spa.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 19, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Celebrate my 20 years anniversary of friendship. Food was amazing and dining experience unforgettably flawless.

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 13, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The ambience was great the food amazing and the service awesome.

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 13, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place to relax and enjoy some delicious food and drinks. Service was friendly and effective.

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  22. AlexE

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 13, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best birthday dinner ever, the service was very attentive and the food was succulent.

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  23. NonoH

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 13, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent private dinner for 6 of us. The service was discreet but efficient and the food was delicious as always.we brought our own wines and corkage is fair.

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 1, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious and the service impeccable. It was a perfect evening birthday.

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 1, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed it thoroughly. Wonderful food and service. Will return

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 1, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very consistent. Always a good experience and delicious food. Service is stellar.

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 1, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Charming and delicious restaurant. Service was friendly and effective and the food was fantastic.

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 29, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food quality and very tasty. The service attentive and personable. Just a perfect experience

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  29. BugA

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 29, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food. Beautiful interior, outstanding service and immaculate space including bathroom...

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 29, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambience and service. The food was tasty and cooked perfectly. Lovely place for special occasions.

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  31. HenriH

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 29, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good and happy experience from service to food, everything was excellent, period.

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 28, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious. Service impeccable, and just a really nice vibe like you were in a parisian restaurant.

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 28, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An absolute gem, the ambience is quiet here Food perfectly executed. Excellent service.

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 28, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious specially the Wagyu Beef was out of this world. The cocktails were tasty.

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  35. BeaH

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 28, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a good time with business friends. We got the 6 course menu and everything was delicious and service was great.

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 22, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely outstanding experience. Not only the food amazing but the atmosphere and service are the best around.

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 22, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best experience dining in this town which is unique and fun.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 22, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From start to finish our experience was flawless. Will be back soon

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 21, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Most amazing dinner my family. Definitely exceeded my expectations..

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  40. Bonov

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on June 21, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed company with my family for our parents anniversary celebration. The food was delicious and the service was great. Very happy experience overall!!!

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Safety precautions

  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Screening

    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

BISTRONOMIE by Baumé is rated 5 stars by 497 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Google Map for BISTRONOMIE by Baumé

201 California Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Park Boulevard
  • Neighborhood
    Palo Alto
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    French, Fish, Contemporary French
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Easy street parking and public parking lots close to restaurant.
  • Public transit
    One block from California Avenue train station, Palo Alto, CA
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Bruno Chemel
  • Additional
    Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wine
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