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Bloom Botanical Bistro, Forest Hills, NY

Bloom Botanical Bistro

4.6
4.6
52 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Vegan • Vegetarian • Meat • Seafood. We are a space that honors and respects all people and food preferences. Our goal is to allow everyone to not only sit and enjoy their meal, but to encourage openness, acceptance and being present; because only when we are truly present, is our soul in BLOOM.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 5 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Vegetarian / Vegan, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Wed, Thu 3:00 pm–12:00 am Fri 3:00 pm–2:00 am Sat 11:00 am–2:00 am Sun 11:00 am–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (718) 880-2872
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Owned/operated by
    Women
  • Executive chef
    Thomas Mitakos
  • Neighborhood
    Forest Hills
  • Cross street
    Metropolitan/71st st.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 52 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Queens

    Kid-friendly

  • Queens

    Innovative

  • Queens

    Good for groups

  • Queens

    Healthy

52 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What an absolutely lovely venue! The menu was creative, the food was delicious and well presented. The vegan pot pie was so flavorful and the espresso martinis were able to be made decaf which was an effort that was appreciated. Pumpkin creme brulee was delectable. We can’t wait to come back!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    We had the lobster Papardelle and it was a tiny lobster tail on top of creamy overcooked noodles. The kung pao calamari was tasty, but greasy and a tiny portion. The short rib was strangely dry and overcooked. The bar was very pretty, the place used to be a pub I believe. The best thing was the music on Friday evening, it was not jazz but a suave latin band. The bandleader played the flute first then sang with a mellow voice. So not impressed by the food but a pretty place.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I wish I knew about this place sooner. My friends and i started off with the Kung Pao calamari and Kobe meatballs and were thoroughly impressed by both. We then both had the Braised Short Ribe which was super tasty. We came on a Friday night not knowing a Live Band would show up- it was so much fun. The speciality cocktails were so innovative and service throughout the whole night was great.

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  4. Shuttergirl

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    The beet salad, scallop entree, and braised short rib entree were all delicious. The waitress suggested that the polenta fries, which come with the short ribs, are often not received well - so I appreciated that she made other suggestions. Since I don't have an aversion to polenta, I stuck with the plate as noted on the menu. However, she was right - the polenta side in the scallop entree is much better. It makes me wonder if they are planning to remove the polenta fries from the menu all together; they aren't terrible, but they don't live up to the rest of the food. The bananas foster dessert is presented nicely, with the flame being added at the table. However, that dessert was the downfall of the entire meal. The bananas weren't soft enough - either because they weren't ripe or because they had been refrigerated - they needed the flame to last much longer. The rum also needed more flame - not enough alcohol burned off, yet there wasn't enough of the rum/sauce either. And the ice cream fell flat as well; it wasn't creamy, and it crumbled. The space and ambiance are lovely; it's fun to have not only instagrammable spots, but someone on staff happy to walk around with a photo light circle, and take photos with your own camera. Overall, the pros outweigh the cons. I would go back, occasionally.

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  5. MaxF

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 13, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    Drinks and service were pretty good. The food was hit and miss. Bruschetta was great,but chicken lollipops were prety bad. Burger was average at best, pasta was nice. Vegan ice cream is not a great substitutefor a real one,while banana cream Brule was nice.

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  6. Marc

    New York Area

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food, fantastic service. The vegan options are tasty (and I'm a carnivore.) We've enjoyed our 8 meals there -- I'm sure there will be plenty more.

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  7. RubiG

    New York Area

    17 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    Short ribs and brussel spouts were great! Entertainment was very good.

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  8. GGL0904

    New York Area

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Good mix of entrees, with a slight tilt towards vegetarian. Lollipop chicken was good and so was the brisket.

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  9. WilliamR

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great dinner Great place Will definitely be going back

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  10. MichaelL

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time going and we will be back. Overall great time

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  11. QueensBear

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    2.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    overall2food2service5ambience2
    Expensive. Beet Wellington was one beet encrusted in dough sitting in some sort of thick mushroom sauce. Goyza appetizer was very good. Decent wine pour. Screwdriver didn’t have much alcohol in it and &2 extra charge for Tito’s. Children’s BD party going on in same room as diners. So loud!!

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  12. Splended

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The food and drinks were delicious. I would recommend this place. A little pricey but the food was worth it.

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  13. josepha

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience2
    Average. A little pricey for the quality of the food

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and beverage was amazing, can’t wait to come back again!

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  15. NikitaT

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Celebrated my 30th birthday here by having brunch with my girl friends. The drinks were good, very fresh and tasty meal and omg the staff was 10/10 They made us felt so comfortable and even help to take our pictures!

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  16. MonaLisaM

    New York Area

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on October 1, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Visited Bloom to celebrate a birthday, we were very happy with the restaurant, it's atmosphere and staff. Our food was brought out quickly, tasty and well presented. The backdrop and ambiance was 100% for sure, we were.able.to take.pictures and enjoy ourselves without issue. We were a party of 4 with a baby and we had a lovely time. We weren't too crazy about the drawers but the drinks were well made and the vegan chorizo was Absolutely delicious. We would visit again.

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  17. NancyA

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dining at Bloom is an excellent culinary experience! The food is amazing; the servers are very attentive and courteous; the owner sang Happy Birthday for my friend Rafaela who was visiting from the Dominican Republic and Luisa Marisol came from Palermo. They had a great time! Thank you.

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  18. JillN

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nice to have veggie options. Vegetable pot pie was very good! We will be back.

    1 person found this helpful

  19. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on September 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The atmosphere, food, drinks, and staff are all awesome!

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 22, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great service, good food & fun experience! Desserts were the weakest part.

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on September 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was awesome and the staff were friendly, funny, and very helpful

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  22. ChanelS

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall4food3service3ambience5
    If you’re vegan, it’s definitely worth the visit. The ambience was cool and the DJ was nice, but the service was just eh. The owner came over and chatted with us about the new water filtration system which was cool, but our waitress left for the night without bringing the check or addressing the table and my husband had to ask her for ice 3x. The appetizer portion was so small but the entrees were fine and healthy. I’d go back with my vegan friends/family. My father-in-law wasn’t happy about them not giving bread for the table, but at least the water was good, even without the ice.

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on August 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Alfred, John, and Nicollet were so nice to my 3 year old granddaughter. As usual, the food was great and the children's menu portions were huge! Will be back for brunch this weekend!

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  24. Local

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    So happy to have this gem so close, feels like a slice of Manhattan nearby.

    1 person found this helpful

  25. LindaN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food3service5ambience5
    I celebrated my birthday here last night. It was a great place, the owners were so nice and inviting, the staff was amazing and made sure we were taken care of. I loved the decor and the DJ in the back turned the place into a mini club at the end of the night. I can’t praise this new place enough, a great addition to the area. I’ll definitely be back, highly recommend 🙂.

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A great place to eat and have fun! Alfred, John, and Patricia were awesome!

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  27. YvonneL

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 25, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Great vegetarian selection and some vegan dishes as well. Service is outstanding and the ambiance is wonderful. Really enjoyed the mocktails too!

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  28. StephanieF

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food , ambience, and staff were all amazing. The chef also came out and brought our dessert which added a friendly touch. I would definitely recommend for any occasion.

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on August 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was excellent. Staff werevery friendly and attentive

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  30. NatashaB

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience4
    I think this place will be great after a few months. Right now, it is very obvious the wait staff is new and inexperienced. In addition, the food was bland. So we will wait a few months to try again in hopes it will get better in time.

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  31. firenze

    New York Area

    17 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    Service and ambiance was very good .cocktails were good . Truffle fries could have been fresh. They were made in advance and let under warmer . Not much if truffle taste . Peach cobbler was ok.short ribs and Brussels sprouts were very good

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  32. MealsssssssssssssssssssR

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was a lovely atmosphere and the drinks food and desserts were good

    1 person found this helpful

  33. Cusoon

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious and beautifully presented! My husband has celiac disease and the wait staff was incredibly knowledgeable!

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  34. RubiG

    New York Area

    16 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on August 3, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience5
    The kung pao calamari and watermelon sashimi are great. Love it! My friends had Parpadelle Lobster they all loved it.

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  35. MedinaGall

    Nashville

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great first impression. Good food and atmosphere. Menu had lots of options for varying diets.

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on July 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My first time here and won’t be my last. The service, food, atmosphere and drinks are 10/10. You won’t be disappointed. A nice brunch, lunch or dinner date would be great to visit. I had the Hibiscus Margarita which was so good and the lobster pasta (that’s not the real name, I forgot what it’s called on the menu). The calamari was great too.

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice new spot and great addition to the neighborhood!

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  38. RubiG

    New York Area

    16 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall3food2service2ambience5
    I do much would love this restaurant to succeed. They need to work on dessert and appetizers more experienced waitstaff. Love the concept and a welcome to the neighborhood.

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  39. EddieS

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    I enjoyed the food and drinks at Bloom Botanical Bistro & Restaurant. The service was excellent as well. Looking forward to dining there again.

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  40. KellyG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service!! It was the best veggie burger and sweet potato fries that I’ve ever had.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

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

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Bloom Botanical Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (718) 880-2872.

Bloom Botanical Bistro is rated 4.6 stars by 52 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 5 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Bloom Botanical Bistro

103-19 Metropolitan Ave, Forest Hills, NY 11375

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Metropolitan/71st st.
  • Neighborhood
    Forest Hills
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Wed, Thu 3:00 pm–12:00 am Fri 3:00 pm–2:00 am Sat 11:00 am–2:00 am Sun 11:00 am–12:00 am
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Vegetarian / Vegan, Farm-to-table
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Owned/operated by
    Women
  • Executive chef
    Thomas Mitakos
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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