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The Bistro, Lebanon, MO

The Bistro

4.9
4.9
117 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American
At The Bistro, we want to introduce you to new flavors and cuisine styles, but in a comfortable and familiar fashion! Executive Chef Ford Martin is bringing his years of experience and travels to Lebanon showcasing a truly unique menu, sure to entice any palate.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 4 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Bistro, Tapas / Small Plates

  • Hours of operation

    Happy Hour Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Bar Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (417) 532-2269

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Ford Martin

  • Neighborhood

    Lebanon

  • Cross street

    We are located at the corner of Dove Road and South Hwy 5

  • Parking details

    Private Lot

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 117 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. AshleyH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything we had there was amazing! The crab and shrimp cornbread, carne asada and the pork chop. Soooo delicious! Great atmosphere for date night. Great service. We will definitely be back.
  2. Frank

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 25, 2023

    overall3food5service3ambience3
    Food was great! Atmosphere was a bit rough, from the table you could see spray foam insulation protruding from the walls. Also, the rock siding was falling off the exterior in several places. The exterior doors did not have closers on them so they would either fly open and stay open before a wait staff would shut them or they would open up behind customers entering. There was not any salt or pepper on the tables and was not offered by wait staff.
  3. ShPe

    Lake of the Ozarks

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Nice place...food really good but could be hotter (temperature not spicy).. great service.
  4. NancyS

    St. Louis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazingly delicious out in the country ! Pastries on Saturday are also incredible.
  5. SusanE

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food here is exceptional. Creativity to the max. The prices are less than any high end restaurant in our area. What they do as a non-profit for our community is icing on the cake.
  6. MarkR

    Lake of the Ozarks

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome experience! Great food, great atmosphere and Sam does an amazing job serving!
  7. BryanC

    Lake of the Ozarks

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The brussell sprouts are a must get! Everything we had was amazing!!
  8. KimL

    Lake of the Ozarks

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have visited the Bistro several times since their opening and we have never been disappointed. Their menu is constantly changing and it is so neat to have the opportunity to experience different food presentations. The Lebanon area is fortunate to have the Bistro.
  9. JulieW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Upscale dining in a small town. Food was delicious, service was outstanding. Love the mission, all proceeds go to fund the Lebanon Community Farm that provides quality fresh produce to people in need.
  10. SashaH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing experience! We loved the atmosphere, loved the food and felt so welcome by the greeters! Highly recommend the blackened snapper! And the flourless chocolate cake! It was very welcoming and elegant in every part of the building including the bathroom!
  11. RonB

    Lake of the Ozarks

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was excellent. The staff was efficient and friendly. The owners introduced themselves and they too were very friendly
  12. Mimi

    Lake of the Ozarks

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love to impress my family by taking them to eat at the Bistro. We loved it.
  13. JohnnieB

    San Antonio

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The staff was very friendly and helpful. The food was great. We loved the atmosphere. We will definitely return.
  14. OpenTable Diner

    Lake of the Ozarks

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was a special occasion. My best friend proposed to his girlfriend. The atmosphere, service and food were all phenomenal. We could not be happier with how everything turned out. The happy couple will never forget this night.
  15. OpenTable Diner

    Kansas City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dinner was amazing! Both the food and service were fantastic. The chef even visited our table and visited with us about our meal. I highly recommend eating at the Bistro!
  16. KristinK

    St. Louis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food with an amazing dining experience! Can't wait for our next trip back!
  17. AmyS

    Lake of the Ozarks

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service were amazing! The portions were large and the food was delicious! The desserts and appetizers were amazing! Highly recommend!
  18. LarryB

    Lake of the Ozarks

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The quality of the service and food was outstanding. High marks for the concept of providing upscale dining as a means to support a sustainable farm to table community food Bank. The atmosphere is open and comfortable. I would highly recommend The Bistro.
  19. Willie

    Lake of the Ozarks

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent food! Chefs are the best. One of the nicest dining experiences in the Ozarks.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Kansas City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nice bar selection, ambiance. Good selection of dishes👍
  21. Asbowl

    Lake of the Ozarks

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding service!!! Tracy was fantastic. Our group likes to visit and she just really went above and beyond to keep everything filled and checked back appropriately. Kuddos
  22. VernaS

    Lake of the Ozarks

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is an amazing place. Food is wonderful and perfectly cooked. Service is spot on.
  23. B0M0

    Lake of the Ozarks

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    A very good vibe, food, and service. A complete 10/10!!
  24. TimM

    Lake of the Ozarks

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    We went on Valentine’s Day and they had a limited menu. The food was outstanding! Can’t wait to go back and try their full menu. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a good new restaurant to check this one out.
  25. TonyaB

    Lake of the Ozarks

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Great atmosphere, great menu and always enjoy my visit here.
  26. Fartinmymouth

    Lake of the Ozarks

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Made reservations two weeks in advance for their ‘valentines dinner’, 3 course meal event. I am so glad we did, because they sold out and people without reservations were turned away. Shortly after arriving, it was obvious why they are in high demand. The atmosphere, service, and food are absolutely amazing. This is the best kept secret in Lebanon, MO! I am already excited for our next visit, and plan on trying everything on their menu over time.
  27. RodneyJ

    Springfield

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was amazing! Atmosphere was great! Can't wait to return and try Happy Hour and brunch!
  28. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great experience at The Bistro! The food, ambiance and service were all top notch. This is such a fantastic hidden gem in Lebanon.
  29. OpenTable Diner

    Springfield

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    The food was really good.
  30. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food establishment in Lebanon, MO. Excellent staff and good eats!
  31. OpenTable Diner

    Salt Lake City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Bistro is a charming establishment not far from the City of Lebanon, out away from all the hussle and bustle of a small city. It was warm and inviting from the moment we walked in. We were there on a Sunday for the brunch, and we had a difficult time deciding what to order. Everything on the menu sounded delicious and appealing. We settled on the Migas for me and Biscuits & Gravy for my husband. Before you roll your eyes, these are not the “diner usual” biscuits and gravy. This recipe has been amped up. We enjoyed chatting with the staff and didn’t feel rushed at all. It was a very relaxing delicious dining experience. We highly recommend the brunch. We made reservations to come back in a couple of weeks to experience the evening dining options.
  32. EdwardL

    Lake of the Ozarks

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The pork chops were delicious, as was the crispy shrimp. Good value for us.
  33. KimL

    Lake of the Ozarks

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    The food was excellent and served in a timely manner.
  34. KathleenB

    Lake of the Ozarks

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    High end dining right here in Lebanon! I’ve never eaten better food. Though it’s a bit pricey, it’s worth the quality and quantity of food you receive. Our server was excellent, very aware of our needs throughout the dinner. Couldn’t be happier!!
  35. OpenTable Diner

    Lake of the Ozarks

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always great food , service, and lovely setting!
  36. OpenTable Diner

    Lake of the Ozarks

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 18, 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    Food was outstanding, drinks were good as well, but service offered a refund even for unsatisfactory ones. The prices were on the higher end but for a nice night out, couldn’t expect different. The only downside was the temperature, it was excessively cold in the seating area.
  37. KennethF

    Lake of the Ozarks

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 17, 2022

    overall3food5service2ambience3
    Food was great. It took 15 minutes to get our drinks and a little longer for a glass of wine. Too long. Need more heat. It was high 20s outside and we had to keep our jackets on to be comfortable. Didn’t help that the main door opens directly onto the first table, with no wind barrier, blasting them every time it opened. I felt bad for those people. The food was great. We had tapas, almost one of each on their menu, and all of them were tasty.
  38. Pumpkin

    Lake of the Ozarks

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 16, 2022

    overall2food2service4ambience1
    It was freezing! Ask twice for the heat to be turned up, not very fun eating with your coat on. There were Christmas lights on one side of the hall but they were not turned on. Two of the party ordered the steak and it was tough, one ordered the pork loin and it was very chewy. The pork shank was the only tender piece of meat we had. In this area it is unheard of not being able to get sweet tea! Really how hard is it to make sweet tea! Was very disappointed and had invited friends that drove two hours to go with us!
  39. Becca

    Lake of the Ozarks

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our family took our parents to The Bistro for my mom’s birthday and they were so kind to accommodate all of us. The food was excellent and so was the service! Try the brussel sprouts, they are amazing.
  40. RonO

    Lake of the Ozarks

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first visit. We were seated in the small dining room and I cannot commend the staff enough for a more caring, inviting attitude despite having a completely full main room. The appetizers, Baked Brie, and the Charcuterie Board was very well presented and had very generous portions. Our entrees, the Pork Tenderloin and Spaghetti with Bolognaise were both excellent, and to be honest, they came home as leftovers because we were pretty full from the appetizers. The evening was perfect, friendly staff, outstanding food, presented beautifully, and a great wine selection.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

The Bistro is rated 4.9 stars by 117 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 4 times today
Google Map for The Bistro

21021 Dove Rd, Lebanon, MO 65536-6036

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    We are located at the corner of Dove Road and South Hwy 5

  • Neighborhood

    Lebanon

  • Hours of operation

    Happy Hour Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Bar Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Contemporary American, Bistro, Tapas / Small Plates

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Private Lot

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Ford Martin

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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