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Bon Vivant - Palo Alto

Address
535 Bryant Street Palo Alto CA 94301
Phone
(650) 485-3228
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Business Hours

Status: Closed

Sunday
11:30am-3:00pm, 5:00pm-8:30pm
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
5:00pm-9:00pm
Wednesday
5:00pm-9:00pm
Thursday
5:00pm-9:00pm
Friday
5:00pm-9:30pm
Saturday
5:00pm-9:30pm

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Bon Vivant recalls the charm and pleasure of Parisian brasserie, located in the heart of Downtown in Palo Alto. Bon Vivant food is inspired by bistro classics which showcase French tradition and technique. We composed a menu that celebrates traditional French cuisine alongside seasonal ingredients. The wine list has a great selection of French and Californian wines by the glass, as well as...

From OpenTable: Bon Vivant recalls the charm and pleasure of Parisian brasserie, located in the heart of Downtown in Palo Alto. Bon Vivant food is inspired by bistro classics which showcase French tradition and technique. We composed a menu that celebrates traditional French cuisine alongside seasonal ingredients. The wine list has a great selection of French and Californian wines by the glass,...

At Bon Vivant, guests will be offered fine wines, tasty treats and music in an elegant setting. Inside, the warm ambiance is enhanced with original and unique art works. The service is enthusiastic and spirited, while gracious and unassuming. Outside, sidewalk tables on Bryant Street make people-watching becomes an agreeable pastime.

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Bon Vivant Restaurant Review

This sunny café mixes white tablecloths, a raw wood communal center table and a tasteful bar backed with framed mirrors to create a pleasant spot for a quiet meal just steps from the whirlwind of University Avenue in downtown Palo Alto. Dishes honor classic French cuisine. Start with one of two preparations of duck confit --- if available, we favor the creative pairing of brown butter figs and...

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Average Rating
60

There was absolutely nothing wrong with our experience, they got our orders right, the food was good enough, etc, but all of those feel like they should be a given for the price tag. Neither of us felt that it was very memorable, and I doubt we'll be back.

Average Rating
100

Back again. Happy again. The service was good and the food was amazing.

Average Rating
80

The food was really delicious. Service was not great, but the food made up for it. My only complaint is that everything has cheese and my husband is lactose intolerant, therefore he had a hard time finding something to eat. If they could expand their menu a bit, that would be helpful.

Average Rating
40

The beautiful appointments and decoration in the restaurant defy the stilted experience you have upon entering. If you can get past the unusual smell which is what I can only describe as a combination of Époisses and 3-day old Sea Bass, you are met by a rather sour Host who was clearly annoyed they had only 6 covers that evening. Sorry, not your guests fault. We had reservations, stayed for...

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100

Another rainy night and I almost stayed home. But I'm glad that I ventured out for dinner. The escargots were buttery and delicious. After that, I indulged in the Wild Boar (with cherries and foie gras). Who cares if it rains, when you have such good food to enjoy?

Business description (3)

Bon Vivant is a French bistro located in downtown Palo Alto. Our menu combines hearty and unique French dishes with moderately-priced traditional bistro fare. Bon Vivant offers an extensive wine list, as well as a range of interesting cocktails and apéritifs, including several varieties of pastis (an anise flavored French apéritif). Diners can indulge in fresh breads and desserts cooked on site...

Bon Vivant has perfectly captured the essence of a typical Parisian bistro and presented it to the locals of Palo Alto. Lovely outdoor seating, charming decor and a delicious menu makes it one of the most sought after French dining destinations. Its culinary team prepares authentic French dishes that are cooked in a traditional style, thereby retaining its authenticity. Be it the Charcuterie...

Bon Vivant recalls the charm and pleasure of Parisian brasserie, located in the heart of Downtown in Palo Alto. Bon Vivant food is inspired by bistro classics which showcase French tradition and technique. We composed a menu that celebrates traditional French cuisine alongside seasonal ingredients. The wine list has a great selection of French and Californian wines by the glass, as well as...

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