Bistro 5

05/06/2008 Posted by mia345

Atmosphere inside was nice. Food overated and overpriced. I am not one for "fancy" food. We left hungry and disappointed. Waitstaff was prompt and attentative as they were not very busy. Overall if you like gourmet food I'd rate it a 3 on a scale 1 to 5. I much prefer the Cafe Escadrille in Burlington for special occasions or The Salem Wood Cafe in Malden for a more casual dinner.

Pros: Atmosphere, Easy to get to

Cons: Food just average - portions small

03/18/2008 Posted by holten

Went here for rest week - Winter as I thought the menu looked great & I was not disappointed. We were pleasantly surprised at how romantic & intimate the interior is compared to the exterior! The portions were more than adequate, the eggplant & goat cheese appetizer was melt in your mouth yummy! The wine menu was filled with wonderful Italian wines and we were very pleased to see our favorite Chianti Classico wine on there. Overall it was an excellent dining experience & one we will repeat again soon!!!

Pros: ambience, food, value

Cons: parking

03/03/2008 Posted by lhq

This is the kind of place you go if you want to hold hands. Intimate, neighborhood bistro with fabulous food -- I've never been disappointed.

Pros: food, service, ambiance

Cons: no casual bar area if you want to eat by yourself and catch the ballgame

03/04/2007 Posted by tditty

I have now had a first after many years of seeking our fine dining. My party of 5 arrived on time for our 8:15 reservation and they kept us waiting 35 minutes while at least 3 other parties, that arrived after us and of comparable size were seated including 2 parties that had reservations at 8:30. After a lack of consideration and feeble explainations we left

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10/23/2005 Posted by petitgourmand

Another great find outside the city! Bistro 5 is not in a particularly trendy or upscale town, but the food, wine and service are EXCELLENT. I always get the calamari appetizer---it is deliciosly different and very light. The entreés are always in season and perfectly prepared. The pastas, meats and fishes are always topped with amazing sauces. The servers (Angus is our favorite) are always friendly and helpful. This si definitely worth a trip to Medford!

04/29/2005 Posted by rhymom

My daughter is a college student at Tufts University in Medford. Over the years, when we visit we usually go to Boston. We were surprised when we learned about Bistro 5. It's right in Medford, not far from Tufts and the food is superb. The Italian menus offer high quality, fresh ingredients put together in an interesting way; I think this restaurant is a great find. People don't expect this caliber of food in Medford.

03/16/2005 Posted by bostonoffice

good italian, surprisingly strong wine list, prices aren't the cheapest around but are fair considering the portions

11/13/2004 Posted by mmegmurf

We had a great experience. The staff was very helpful and very friendly. One thing to know before you go is they only serve beer and wine. The food was excellent, the staff was very helpful. We have been twice and had a great time both times.

Pros: Staff

11/12/2004 Posted by ellybelly

We've been to Bistro 5 many times and have always been overly pleased with our meal. Yes, it is an expensive meal out but we think it's definitely worth it for a treat. They have seasonal menus, so it's always changing but you can't go wrong with any of the beef entrees. The only problem is that they do not take reservations for parties of less than 4 people.

Pros: Great Food, Cool Atmosphere

11/06/2003 Posted by krisw

Bistro 5 is that 'most special place' you take friends from out of town when they're done "doing the tourist thing" and want the best of what your city has to offer. The Bistro serves the best authentic modern Italian cuisine this side of Rome. Careful attention is paid to flavor, presentation, and providing a wonderfully wide variety you won't find elsewhere - like rabbit, boar, and divine sauces. The pasta and bread are handmade! And the wines are excellent and well priced. The staff adds to the experience. They're friendly, real people, who you can tell stay for a communal drink after closing, and who's recommendations are spot on. And since its significant renovation, you won't find a warmer ambiance in Boston. Bistro 5 is great anytime. And it's an especially good restaurant to take out-of-towners for a real treat they'll remember. Can't recommend it highly enough! ENJOY!

Pros: Excellent Food, Excellent Staff, Excellent Ambiance