Intimate and atmospheric, this European-styled establishment captivates visitors with its unmistakable charm. Metallic furnishings, ambient lighting and a secluded area in the back help the cause, as does intriguing original art, which changes monthly. French and Californian wines are prominent, but vintages hail from around the world, and selections are available by the glass or bottle....
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In Short A handful of copper tables, wrought-iron bistro chairs and zinc-green walls decked with a revolving exhibition of local art create a Left Bank mood. The low lighting and high spirits form an ideal setting for an after-work get-together or romantic rendezvous. The extensive wine list features a selection from French and Californian vineyards, with many award-winning reds. A...
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Posted by Contributor
on April 21, 2009, (Edited May 09, 2006)
Euro alert! Not quite Barcelona or Paris, but close enough. Tiny back-street den-like boƮte sporting leather, copper, and wrought-iron flourishes and romantic (read: horny and groping) clientele. Revolving exhibits of local artists' works adorn the walls, with a clientele that can afford them. Specializes in French and California wines by the glass. Good selection of wines and beer, plus...
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I went to Hotel Biron for the first (and only) time on a weeknight. The place was not busy - about a third of the tables and the diminutive bar were occupied. We took a table 5 feet from and directly in front of the bar and bartender, but service never arrived. Eventually I made my way to the bar and as I expected, having observed and overheard an unwelcome, loud and inane exchange going on...
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Posted by Phaetone
on April 21, 2009, (Edited August 07, 2008)
this place does have great ambience, but a good rating comes with a total package, and service is above everything else. i went in on a tuesday evening at 9:12pm, and it looked like no one was in charge of the place. i was hoping to make my way to the end of the bar where there's a cosy little room, and it was a mess in there. there was a girl behind the bar but she just didn't seem to care....
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Posted by enjoynapalife
on April 21, 2009, (Edited November 28, 2006)
Love this place. Great wine, nibbles, and atmosphere have made it one of my new favorite places. The laid-back vibe and 30s-ish crowd makes this a perfect spot to throw back a few glasses. It gets a little crowded as it gets later, so get there on the earlier side. It's a great place to start the night! Oh! And the staff is really cute, too!
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+ Cute boy staff, Good Vibe, Couch in back
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Posted by lolasmommy
on April 21, 2009, (Edited July 13, 2005)