Bloomsbury Bistro

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509 W Whitaker Mill Rd Ste 101
Raleigh, NC 27608

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(919) 834-9011
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Best

(see explanation of ratings below) Always a fave of ours. We buy $500 worth of gift certificates each year...

Worst

Our night started off just fine. Our app came out in a timely fashion but from then on it got worse. First, the bartender ran out of the liquor I was drinking and could not sugg...

5 of 5 stars (excellent, fine dining) 5/2/2013

(see explanation of ratings below) Always a fave of ours. We buy $500 worth of gift certificates each year... more

5 of 5 stars (excellent, fine dining) 5/2/2013

NC_Chevalier Provided by Partner
(see explanation of ratings below) Always a fave of ours. We buy $500 worth of gift certificates each year (for $400) and give them to ourselve... more

It's not a steakhouse! 2/12/2013

The listing says it is. The listing also mentions tables being close together: that has not been my... more

It's not a steakhouse! 2/12/2013

NC_Chevalier Provided by Partner
The listing says it is. The listing also mentions tables being close together: that has not been my experience. Consistent, creative, ever-chan... more

Out of towner, visited twice, will come back 4/2/2012

I must have hit this place in an uptrend. Both of my meals there with friends who live in Raleigh were... more

Out of towner, visited twice, will come back 4/2/2012

PalateMan Provided by Partner
I must have hit this place in an uptrend. Both of my meals there with friends who live in Raleigh were positively memorable. I read the negative ... more

What Happened? 8/15/2011

I'm not sure what happened to this wonderful restaurant but Saturday evening was my last meal there! \r \r Food and service was not even close to what I remember. \r \r Must have changed chefs! more

pretentious and not so tasty 12/6/2010

What a disappointment. We found the staff to be stiff and pretentious...not a hint of warmth. The food was mediocre at best and, with two tables with parties of six near us, the acoustics were reminiscent of an elementary school cafeteria. Raleigh has too many fantastic restaurant choices to make Bloomsbury even worth one visit. more

Bad Experience Again 9/22/2010

So as one reviewer wrote, you come here for a night to remember. To remember another bad experience is what I found. The food isn't that great, come on. From the moment you enter the front door the entire staff is rude. If you're not one of the regulars, DON'T GO. more

Left a sour taste in my mouth 12/9/2009

Our night started off just fine. Our app came out in a timely fashion but from then on it got worse. First, the bartender ran out of the liquor I was drinking and could not suggest anything. My entree came out luke warm and left something to be desired. Our server was quite rude and to the point of insulting. I will not be dining at this establishment again. Try Glenwood Grill down the street. Pros: Food was good Cons: Pompous waitstaff and rude managers more

Wonderful experience time and time again! 6/4/2009

The Bloomsbury Bistro has a wonderfully attentive staff and Chef John Toler produces fabulous menu after fabulous menu! With the ever-changing fare, all local and fresh, you can go often without ever repeating a dish! I only took a star away from the Bistro because service is typically slow - although I enjoy this type of dining experience, for some people it can be frustrating. Most recently, I took my entire family as well as my boyfriend's family for a graduation celebration. Both our families are small-town folks, and we were a little worried they might find the food fussy and too exotic, but everyone loved it! Thank you to everyone at the Bloomsbury Bistro for making every meal I have with you wonderful and memorable! more

One of the best restaurants in the area 1/28/2009

Bloomsbury Bistro is a first class restaurant. The food and service are always excellent and the menu is updated on a regular basis. Even though the area has gotten a number of new and interesting restaurants in the last few years, Bloomsbury continues to outshine for atmosphere, service and food. Pros: food, service, atmosphere more

Incredible, Delectable 1/2/2009

Wow... this classy place is hidden in the perfect little nook! We spent New Year's Eve with a group of friends and found a new favorite restaurant. This is a true Bistro. The setting is inviting and intimate, the lighting calm and relaxing. The food - amazing. The service - on point. It was a little warm inside, but that may have been due to the amount of customers for New Years Eve celebrations... 5 Stars for this 5 Points restaurant! Bravo! We'll be back very soon... Pros: Wonderful food, great service more

An Evening to Remember 12/10/2008

Everything about this restaurant was great! The wait staff were extremely courteous, knowledgeable, and attentive. The food was excellent, and the meat dishes that we ordered were cooked perfectly to temperature. They really went out of their ways to show us that our business was appreciated. This restaurant really has its act together, down to every little detail. For example, the waiters learn all of the customers' names from the reservations book, so that they can be greeted and addressed properly. \r \r The extensive wine list from well-known Californians to exceptional Bordeaux enhanced our evening to make our dining experience truly memorable.\r \r I look forward to my future meals at Bloomsbury Bistro, and you should check it out too!\r more

Great deal! 11/19/2008

Get two appetizers, two entrees and a dessert sampler of four treats--- all for just $50! Now, that's a... more

Great deal! 11/19/2008

NC_Chevalier Provided by Partner
Get two appetizers, two entrees and a dessert sampler of four treats--- all for just $50! Now, that's a deal! It's been several years since our ... more

Great deal! 11/19/2008

NC_Chevalier Provided by Partner
Get two appetizers, two entrees and a dessert sampler of four treats--- all for just $50! Now, that's a deal! It's been several years since our ... more

Seat Away From The Kitchen! 11/1/2008

The food was exceptional and the waitstaff worked well together to see to our needs. However, the seating should be away from the kitchen door because we spent our entire dinner trying to ignore the loud yelling and foul language coming from the kitchen. more

Ask for the Tasting Menu 9/2/2008

Get two appetizers, two entrees and a dessert sampler of four treats--- all for just $50! Now, that's a deal! more

Delicious food and delightful service 7/9/2008

This was my first time eating at Bloomsbury and as my boyfriend and I left, we had already decided that it would be a new favorite! Having worked at a Bistro, my expectations were high and the entire experience proved to be exactly the type of service and food that I was expecting. The night started with soft, warm bread and butter. We went straight for the entrees and I ordered a steak with potatoes and mushrooms (I don't always eat just veggies). My steak was a perfect medium rare and seasoned just right. The mashed Bachelor Potatoes were delicious, full of bacon, cheese, I forget what else; I ate them all. They never made it to the take home box. My better half ordered something equally delicious, though I can't remember what all it was. I know that there were several meats involved, not just one main meat, and we tried bits and pieces of each other's meals. The atmosphere was quiet and refined. It was not too busy and when I called to make the reservation at the last minute, the hostess sounded genuinely happy that we were coming to eat. This was a perfect romantic evening for us! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! more
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Editorial
  • In Short
    The country club-esque decor and polished waitstaff bring to mind supper club dining, amplified by the presence of neighborhood regulars who all seem to know one another. With a...

  • 7/18/2006 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: Mon. - Sat. 5:30pm - 10pm;Sun. CLOSED
  • Payments: Visa, Discover, Master Card, American Express, Diner's Club
  • Neighborhoods: University
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