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R Bistro, Fairhope, AL

R Bistro

4.8
4.8
73 Reviews
$31 to $50
Bistro

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 5 times today
  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
Chef Misty Rider has returned to the Fairhope area with signature dishes like Crawfish Gravy and a dark roux authentic Creole Gumbo. Her recipes have won awards in the Gulf Coast area from local papers to the notorious TripAdvisors Travelers' Choice Award honoring only 10% of restaurants in the world. For two years running, R Bistro has been a spot of luxury to local and visiting epicures alike. So please join us for a relaxing, whimsical atmosphere of great service and amazing food in her quaint, yet sophisticated bistro near the Fairhope pier. We hope to see you soon!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Bistro, American, French American
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Sat 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (251) 517-7252
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Misty Rider

Menu

Serviced 11-3

Hors D’oeuvre

  • Walnut Pimento CheeseUSD 12.00

    • Paté de MaisonUSD 10.00

      Red onion confit

      • Barbecue Shrimp USD 18.00

        French baguette

        • Crawfish Beignets USD 14.00

          Charred corn tomato tarter

          • Caramelized Onion Gratin USD 16.00

            House fried tortilla chips

            • Crawfish Macaroni and CheeseUSD 15.00

              • Escar-Oysters USD 16.00

                Baked with spinach and lemon

                Soupes

                • Gumbo CupUSD 8.00

                  New Orleans style flavor, dark roux, okra, duck, conecuh sausage.

                  • Gumbo Bowl USD 12.00

                    New Orleans style flavor,dark roux,okra,duck, conecuh sausage.

                    • Soup du Jour CupUSD 8.00

                      Cream of Mushroom - limited time

                      • Soup du Jour BowlUSD 12.00

                        Cream of Mushroom - limited time

                        • French Onion SoupUSD 15.00

                          Salades

                          • Shrimp and SlawUSD 16.00

                            R smoked tomato glaze

                            • NicoiseUSD 20.00

                              Seared ahi tuna, new potatoes, Haricots verts, tomatoes, Kalamata olives, egg, capers

                              • Classic Spinach USD 10.00

                                Egg slices, cheddar cheese, red onion, mushroom, bacon bits, R honey mustard

                                • Bistro SaladUSD 15.00

                                  Baby arugula, roasted asparagus, red pepper, shaved Asiago, aged balsamic, evoo

                                  • Brussel Sprout Truffle CaesarUSD 15.00

                                    • Chicken Paillard USD 20.00

                                      Olive tapenade, fresh green salad, almonds, roasted tomato, with roasted garlic vinaigrette dressing

                                      • Housemade Quiche USD 15.00

                                        With bistro salad

                                        • -ADD- to any salad: 4 oz Salmon, Chicken, or ShrimpUSD 8.00

                                          Sandwiches

                                          • Salmon Sliders USD 16.00

                                            Ground fresh salmon burger, sesame soy aioli, lettuce, tomato, brioche, sweet potato frites

                                            • Tenderloin Sliders USD 18.00

                                              Sliced seasoned eel tenderloin, srirache aioli, caramelized onions, Asiago, brioche, pommes frites

                                              • Croque Monsieur USD 18.00

                                                Fresh baked croissant, french ham, creole mustard, smothered in bechemel and Gruyère cheese, French herb salad

                                                • Croque Madame USD 20.00

                                                  Add egg to Croque Madame

                                                  Plats Principaux

                                                  • Signature Crawfish Gravy PetitUSD 8.00

                                                    With housemade buttermilk biscuits

                                                    • Signature Crawfish Gravy GrandeUSD 12.00

                                                      With housemade buttermilk biscuits

                                                      • Downtown Oysters USD 22.00

                                                        Creamy orzo, roasted red pepper, button mushrooms, fried oysters, roasted tomato glaze.

                                                        • Beef Tenderloin Stroganoff USD 20.00

                                                          Jasmine rice orzo Pilaf, puff pastry crust

                                                          • Bronzed Salmon PetitUSD 20.00

                                                            Roasted vegetables, champagne dill sauce

                                                            • Bronzed Salmon GrandeUSD 35.00

                                                              Roasted vegetables, champagne dill sauce.

                                                              • Shrimp and Grits PetitUSD 18.00

                                                                Smoked Gouda grits, shrimp, roasted peppers,mushrooms, crawfish gravy

                                                                • Shrimp and Grits GrandeUSD 25.00

                                                                  Smoked Gouda grits, shrimp, roasted peppers, mushrooms, crawfish gravy.

                                                                  • Steak Frites USD 42.00

                                                                    Filet mignon au poivre style, R Bourbon molasses sauce, served with a side of pommes frites

                                                                    A la carte

                                                                    • Pommes fritesUSD 7.00

                                                                      • Slaw with R tomato glazeUSD 5.00

                                                                        • Sautéed spinach USD 5.00

                                                                          • Roasted vegetables USD 7.00

                                                                            • Smoked Gouda grits USD 5.00

                                                                              • Sweet frites USD 5.00

                                                                                • Haricots verts USD 5.00

                                                                                  Beverages

                                                                                  • Soda USD 3.50

                                                                                    • Iced tea USD 3.50

                                                                                      • Coffee

                                                                                        • EspressoUSD 4.00

                                                                                          • LatteUSD 5.00

                                                                                            • CappuccinoUSD 5.00

                                                                                              • Hot teaUSD 3.50

                                                                                                • PelligrinoUSD 5.00

                                                                                                  • Fiji water USD 5.00

                                                                                                    Last updated: 14 June 2024

                                                                                                    What 73 people are saying

                                                                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                                    4.8
                                                                                                    4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                    • 4.7Food
                                                                                                    • 4.8Service
                                                                                                    • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                                    • 4.6Value

                                                                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                    Loved For

                                                                                                    • Mobile

                                                                                                      Great for brunch

                                                                                                    • Mobile

                                                                                                      Innovative

                                                                                                    • Mobile

                                                                                                      Good for groups

                                                                                                    • Mobile

                                                                                                      Neighbourhood gem

                                                                                                    • Mobile

                                                                                                      Great for outdoor dining

                                                                                                    • Mobile

                                                                                                      Lively

                                                                                                    • Mobile

                                                                                                      Best Overall

                                                                                                    • Mobile

                                                                                                      Best Food

                                                                                                    • Mobile

                                                                                                      Innovative

                                                                                                    • Mobile

                                                                                                      Good for groups

                                                                                                    • Mobile

                                                                                                      Neighbourhood gem

                                                                                                    • Mobile

                                                                                                      Great for fine wines

                                                                                                    • Mobile

                                                                                                      Lively

                                                                                                    Review summary

                                                                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                    R Bistro offers a warm and elegant dining experience with "excellent food and service." Guests rave about its French-inspired menu, including standout dishes like shrimp and grits and the redfish special. The atmosphere is enhanced by live jazz music and a welcoming staff, making it a "go-to place" for many.

                                                                                                    73 Reviews

                                                                                                    1. Lee

                                                                                                      New York City

                                                                                                      10 reviews

                                                                                                      vip
                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      10 reviews

                                                                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                      We have followed R Bistro from the location downtown. Everyone enjoyed their dinner…biggest hits were the BBQ shrimp appetizer and the soft shell crab entree.

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                                                                                                    2. Tristan

                                                                                                      Mobile

                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                                      Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                                                      3. Service 4
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      Wonderful, first date experience, amazing live music, amazing food.

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                                                                                                    3. Megan

                                                                                                      Fayetteville

                                                                                                      18 reviews

                                                                                                      vip
                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      18 reviews

                                                                                                      Dined on 17 November 2024

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      We had a lovely dinner that started with a heart of gem wedge- maybe the best wedge salad I’ve eaten with the large piece of pork belly. Then dinner was the filet which was cooked perfectly and delish spinach and potatoes. Additionally, we had the chicken with pappardelle. This was also cooked perfectly and very tender meat. This dish was rather large and plenty of left overs. Concluded with a piece of the bread pudding served warm with a caramel sauce. Would definitely dine again.

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                                                                                                    4. Melinda

                                                                                                      Wilmington

                                                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                                                      Dined on 16 November 2024

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      The food was absolutely divine! Service was great! We sat on the patio with our dachshund and everyone was so kind and polite. Absolutely returning when we visit family again!

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                                                                                                    5. Jenny

                                                                                                      Mobile

                                                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                                                      Dined on 15 November 2024

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 4
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                      It was a first and wonderful experience. Will definitely go back again!

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                                                                                                    6. Jeff

                                                                                                      Alabama

                                                                                                      4 reviews

                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      4 reviews

                                                                                                      Dined on 14 November 2024

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      Service and food were superb. We started our late lunch with a cup of gumbo that was outstanding—dark, rich, meaty with duck and sausage—and clearly, the chef nailed the roux. My beef sliders were excellent and the frites were long, crisp, delicious, and plentiful. My wife’s croque monsieur was spot-on. Altogether, one of the finest lunches we’ve had.

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                                                                                                    7. Nancy

                                                                                                      Philadelphia

                                                                                                      6 reviews

                                                                                                      4.0

                                                                                                      6 reviews

                                                                                                      Dined on 29 October 2024

                                                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                      Had a delicious meal at this nice find while at a business meeting in Fairhope,Alabama. Everyone enjoyed their meal, gumbo, shrimp n grits as well as fish of the day. Excellent service, rustic vibe and many dessert offerings. One suggestion : could have better outdoor lighting and signage pointing to entrance. Would definitely go back 😊.

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                                                                                                    8. Patricia J

                                                                                                      Mississippi

                                                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                                                      Dined on 22 October 2024

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      I ordered the scallops which were the best I’ve ever eaten! Service is always outstanding. Can’t go wrong this this choice.

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                                                                                                    9. VikingFoodie

                                                                                                      Western NC

                                                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                                                      vip
                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                                                      Dined on 19 October 2024

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      Great restaurant! Lots of locals and the jazz on Friday night was solid

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                                                                                                    10. Rick

                                                                                                      Atlanta Metro

                                                                                                      78 reviews

                                                                                                      vip
                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      78 reviews

                                                                                                      Dined on 11 October 2024

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                      My Friend and I sat at the bar, and we had excellent service from Sherry who is a great bartender, and a very professional and friendly person! We were greeted by Taylor, a warm reception! Misty, the owner came out and said hello as well! I love the food, the atmosphere, and all above all the great people! 🥂😎

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                                                                                                    FAQs

                                                                                                    R Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (251) 517-7252.

                                                                                                    R Bistro is rated 4.8 stars by 73 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                                    Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                                                    Make a booking

                                                                                                    2 people
                                                                                                    7:00 pm
                                                                                                    Booked 5 times today

                                                                                                    Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                                    Google Map for R Bistro

                                                                                                    19270 Scenic Hwy 98, Fairhope, AL 36532-6825

                                                                                                    Dining areas

                                                                                                    Additional information

                                                                                                    • Area
                                                                                                      Fairhope
                                                                                                    • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                      Lunch Tue–Sat 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
                                                                                                    • Price
                                                                                                      $31 to $50
                                                                                                    • Cuisines
                                                                                                      Bistro, American, French American
                                                                                                    • Dining style
                                                                                                      Casual Dining
                                                                                                    • Dress code
                                                                                                      Casual Dress
                                                                                                    • Parking details
                                                                                                      Private Parking
                                                                                                    • Payment Options
                                                                                                      AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                    • Executive Chef
                                                                                                      Misty Rider
                                                                                                    • Additional
                                                                                                      Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Takeaway, Wine
                                                                                                    • Phone number
                                                                                                      (251) 517-7252
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