This is a nice place for solid traditional French Bistro dining. The service was good, the ambience was cozy, and the food was good. We were especially pleased with the veggies, cooked to perfection, including the wonderful cranberry sauce and sweet potato french fries. The entrees are traditional Bistro style dishes. The duck confit is the signature dish of the restaurant. It was good, but not the best I've ever had. The skin wasn't pan fried crispy enough, and the marinate was a little too strong and bitter (maybe heavy on the cloves?). The poussin was a little dry as well. The deserts received mixed reviews. The creme brulee was good, a little on the creamy side. I prefer the Le Bec Fin style where it is more firm, but still excellent. The vanilla gelato was great, but I didn't like the profieroles as they tasted a bit stale. Overall Bidwell Street Bistro is a very good dining experience. We enjoy it very much and would go again!
Pros: cozy, good service
Cons: located in strip-mall
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