Bistro 1 Reviews

8 out of 10 stars

We have lunched at Bistro 1 several times - always in decent weather so sitting outside - it has been consistently excellent and good value for money - one of those places you dread will be replaced by a Starbucks (spit and make the sign) or worse on your next visit. The service is unostentatious but professional - people who know they are good at what they do and don't need to show off. One bonus since we first went is that Southampton Street is now a cul-de-sac and traffic noise and fumes are much reduced.

8 out of 10 stars

I have eaten at the Bistro many times and always enjoyed it even though it is a bit crowded.

There is an amazing choice on the menu and the price is very reasonable.

My only gripe is that I don't like my rice cooked in butter so I have to eat chips

9 out of 10 stars

We, as a group of friends, visit London once a year, at christmas, and have been doing so for the last 3 years, and the only place we go to eat, and our first port of call is Bistro 1 on Southampton Street, Cvnt Gdn.
It is very busy, so book early. Why so busy? Because you can get 3 course meal for under £10, can't be beaten, and the food is good quality as well, not what I initially expected for under a tenner.
Young or slightly more mature, it caters for all ages.
The atmosphere is intimate, which leads to a small negative, that being, it is slightly cramped!! But, for a central London location, with good food, at under a tenner, and good service, we forgive the lack of room. We'll b

Probably best for a younger crowd, this place is great value but gets pretty busy, and is popular with young tourists. Outstanding value on decent food, although the choice ain't vast. Somewhere many people visit again and again I think. 3 courses for under a tenner, can't argue with that!