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Bistro Novelle, Calgary, AB

Bistro Novelle

4.2
4.2
33 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Contemporary Canadian

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 5 times today
  • Good for business meals
  • Healthy
  • Charming
Welcome to Bistro Novelle. We are honored to have served the community for 10 years and counting -- whether you are a local regular or a new friend, it is our pleasure to host you.

We look forward to welcoming you.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Canadian
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 7:30 am–11:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (403) 300-6632
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 33 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2
4.2 based on all time ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 3.9Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

33 Reviews
  1. Doug

    Calgary

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 12 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great staff, very accommodating and food was great..... we booked after 1 for a quiet lunch and it was perfect.
    Bistro NovelleResponded on 16 August 2024
    Dear Doug, Thank you for choosing us! We enjoyed serving you and loved knowing that you had a great lunch. We appreciate your kind feedback and hope to serve you again. Best, Bistro Novelle Restaurant Management

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 17 April 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was quite slow for lunch hour eventhough restaurant wasnt busy at all
    Bistro NovelleResponded on 21 April 2024
    Dear Anonymous, I'm very sorry that your meal was not timely and regret any lapses in service. Your feedback is valuable to us and we will work on improving our service. Thank you for choosing us and we hope to provide you with a better dining experience on your next visit. Sincerely, Bistro Novelle Restaurant Management

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  3. DeliaW

    Calgary

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 February 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    This Bistro lacked atmosphere and the decor was like a school canteen. It could use some artwork on the walls and maybe a rethink on the layout of the tables perhaps add some additional color. I was meeting a client and had never been to this venue but thought I would give it a try. My client and I had the same pear and arugula salad. I added a chicken breast which was dry and overcooked. My client ordered the crab cakes which were large and simply lumped on top of the salad. She did not love the crab cakes; the salad itself was tasty. I will add the staff were very engaging and helpful with the menu but it wont encourage me to return.
    Bistro NovelleResponded on 23 February 2024
    Dear DeliaW, Thank you for acknowledging our great service. However, I am sorry to hear that you were not entirely satisfied with the meals. I also regret that the atmosphere was not to your liking. We appreciate your feedback and take it into consideration as we continuously strive to improve. Your patronage is valuable to us, and we hope that you will reconsider visiting us again in the future. Best, Bistro Novelle Restaurant Management

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  4. WendyM

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 February 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Other people came after us and their order was taken before ours. Very disappointed that the fries have changed. The fries that are now used are dreadful, limp and not appetizing at all. Shame this restaurant started out amazing and has gradually gone down hill.
    Bistro NovelleResponded on 18 February 2024
    Dear WendyM, We are honored to have your continued support and appreciate your feedback. Thank you for helping us understand what we can do better to maximize customer satisfaction. It has been a pleasure serving you and we hope to host you again soon. Sincerely, Bistro Novelle Restaurant Management

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  5. KathleenA

    Calgary

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 17 January 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Tuna poke bowl very good, pear arugula salad with salmon very good, dressing on the side as it was spicy. It was very slow service compared to usual. one server on the floor that we could see and she was also making drinks. Took too long. I would not recommend if someone needs a 1 hour lunch spot.
    Bistro NovelleResponded on 19 January 2024
    Dear KathleenA, I'm pleased to hear that you enjoyed your meal. However, I apologize for the delayed service you experienced during your visit. Your feedback is valuable to us as it helps us to identify areas for improvement. Thank you for taking the time to share your review with us. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you better on a return visit. Sincerely, Bistro Novelle Restaurant Management

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  6. FlipAppeal

    Calgary

    36 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on 9 January 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is the perfect location for your meetings. Accessible parking, great ambiance, great staff, and quality food. Not a busy location so perfect for meetings and great conversation. The menu accommodates all dietary requirements and the staff is top-notch. Highly recommend.
    Bistro NovelleResponded on 15 January 2024
    Dear FlipAppeal, Whenever guests use the word "perfect" regarding their dining experience at Bistro Novelle, we are all ears! Thank you so much for your business and for taking time out of your day to let the team know how much you enjoyed your time with us. Please come back soon. Best, Bistro Novelle Restaurant Management

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Calgary

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 12 November 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing brunch at Bistro Novelle. Excellent food, service, and atmosphere.
    Bistro NovelleResponded on 9 January 2024
    Dear Anonymous, Your review of your experience is what we aim for every customer! Thank you for sharing your generous review with us and other patrons. We value your feedback, business and hope this is the first of many visits to Bistro Novelle. Best, Bistro Novelle Restaurant Management

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  8. MichyB

    Calgary

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 26 September 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service, and good food! we were impresseed!
    Bistro NovelleResponded on 7 December 2023
    Dear MichyB, We appreciate your review and recommendation. I'm delighted to know you found your dining experience to be top-notch. Please find a reason to visit us again soon. Best, Bistro Novelle Restaurant Management

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  9. LeoD

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 24 September 2023

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Empty restaurant but still waited one hour for our food, my burger was cold and the bread hard as a rock. One of the worst dining experience. Not recommended
    Bistro NovelleResponded on 14 December 2023
    Dear LeoD, Our goal is to provide a wonderful dining experience, so I regret that you did not enjoy your meal. I'm sorry for our lapses in service. We appreciate your attention to sharing a review, and we hope to serve you better in the future. Sincerely, Bistro Novelle Restaurant Management

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Boise

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 August 2023

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    The food was very mediocre and was definitely not worth the price. Service was slow and it is evident you are eating in a hotel restaurant. Not impressed.

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Bistro Novelle is rated 4.2 stars by 33 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for Bistro Novelle

525 5 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 3R7

Additional information

  • Area
    Calgary
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 7:30 am–11:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Canadian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Wine
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