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The Park Bistro & Bar, Lafayette, CA

The Park Bistro & Bar

4.5
4.5
1782 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 14 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
The Park Bistro & Bar showcases only the freshest, local and organically grown produce as well as naturally raised meats and line-caught fish. Executive Chef Rodrigo Alvarez has created an approachable, yet inventive menu, presenting a French twist on American fare. With a wholesome and earthy quality, many dishes elevate “comfort” food. Natural light from the romantic inner fountain courtyard, intimate alcoves, a large communal table and versatile private dining spaces. Rustic stone floors, natural wood tables, leather seating and an original art program create a warm and inviting, yet grand and inspiring, space that will create the most memorable dining experience in Lafayette. Reservations are for can be made for The Park Bistro or The Park Bar.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Californian, French American
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–10:30 am Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (925) 283-7108
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Rodrigo Alvarez
  • Private party facilities
    The Park Bistro & Bar offers two private dining spaces for 10-30 people, serving lunch, dinner and Sunday Brunch. Specially prepared menus are available for parties over 20 people. All of our menus are created with the The Park Bistro & Bar philosophy of using sustainable and local ingredients.
  • Private party contact
    Kristen Wilcox: (925) 299-4324
  • Area
    Lafayette
  • Cross Street
    Mt. Diablo Blvd. & Pleasant Hill Rd.
  • Parking details
    Valet and onsite parking is complementary with reservations. Street parking also available.
  • Public transit
    The Lafayette Park Hotel is located approximately 1.1 Miles from the Lafayette BART station.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,782 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Park Bistro & Bar offers a "fantastic bar and innovative drinks" with "absolutely phenomenal food." Guests appreciate the "elegant setting" and "wonderful staff," making it an ideal spot for both casual and special occasions. While service can sometimes be slow, the atmosphere and "delicious food" consistently impress.

1,782 Reviews
  1. Essex

    San Francisco

    15 reviews

    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    A solid location for our annual dinner. Food was much better than my family and I were anticipating. Great drinks. Ample parking with garage, lot and street options.

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  2. Mary

    San Francisco

    14 reviews

    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a great table for 4 in the corner. Unfortunately, our server wasn’t that friendly. Seemed annoyed we were there. And this was before we had to send two cocktails back because they weren’t correct. That wasn’t her problem, but she wasn’t happy with us sending them back. And we waited nearly 1/2 hour to get our drinks. We had a good dinner, but unfortunately our server just wasn’t very friendly.
    The Park Bistro & BarResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Mary, Thank you for taking the time to review your experience at The Park Bistro & Bar. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dinner and the ambiance of our restaurant. We regret to hear that our service did not meet your expectations. We strive to provide friendly, attentive service to all our guests and it seems we fell short during your visit. Your feedback is invaluable and we will certainly address this with our team. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again and provide a more positive experience. Hospitably, Andre Hudson Food & Beverage Manager

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  3. Alexandra

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The ambience is amazing, great for the holidays! Delicious food, great service, you just feel special. 🎄❤️
    The Park Bistro & BarResponded 1 day ago
    Hey Alexandra, we're over the moon to hear that you enjoyed your visit to The Park Bistro & Bar! It's wonderful to know that our ambiance and food made your holiday celebration special. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back for more celebrations in the future. Thanks for the high ratings! Hospitably, Andre Hudson Food & Beverage Manager

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  4. angelo

    VIP

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    I eat out at restaurants 3-4 times a week and this was the first time ever when I checked in and the hostess said “a reservation is just a request, it does not mean that you have a table” even though I made a reservation to sit inside, I was forced to sit outside. This individual appeared to be management which was extremely shocking being that her tone was rude and condescending. I had plans to visit again with a larger group for a bday, but knowing that a reservation is just a request it made me not want to return with friends, family or coworkers for larger gathering due to uncertainty whether we’ll be seated even with a reservation.
    The Park Bistro & BarResponded 1 day ago
    Hey Angelo, We're truly sorry to hear about your recent experience at The Park Bistro & Bar. We understand the importance of making a reservation and we apologize if this made your visit feel rushed. We aim to create a welcoming atmosphere for all our guests, and it seems we fell short during your visit. We appreciate your feedback and we'll definitely take it into consideration to avoid such situations in the future. We hope you'll give us another chance to make it right. Hospitably, Andre Hudson Food & Beverage Manager

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  5. Patty

    VIP

    San Francisco

    97 reviews

    3.0

    97 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was not very good. We seldom saw our server. I wanted another glass of wine and I asked another server. Food delivery was very slow. Maybe this was due to the holiday. Loved the holiday decorations.
    The Park Bistro & BarResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Patty thank you for your feedback and your review. We apologize for the slow service you experienced during your visit. We value your feedback and will strive to improve our service in the future. We hope to serve you again soon and provide a better experience. Hospitably, Andre Hudson Food & Beverage Manager

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  6. kathleen

    San Francisco

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The wait staff charming, food delicious and ambiance in bar area delightful

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  7. Mona

    VIP

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    It was a busy night in the area that we were seated. However, we got there around 5 and didn’t leave til 7:45 … not due to us meandering and socializing due to the holiday gatherings but each aspect of the meal from taking the orders for drinks to food took a long time! They needed more workers to cover the number of patrons. For example, one of my guest noticed our drink order sitting at the bar counter for a long time.
    The Park Bistro & BarResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Mona. We're sorry to hear about your experience at The Park Bistro & Bar. We understand how busy it can get during a busy night, and we apologize for the delay in service you experienced. We aim to provide efficient service and we're sorry we fell short this time. We appreciate your feedback and will use it to improve our service. We hope to serve you better in the future. Hospitably, Andre Hudson Food & Beverage Manager

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  8. Jon

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great. Busy holiday season evening and appreciate that staff took a minute to make sure all were comfortable with table.
    The Park Bistro & BarResponded 6 days ago
    Hi Jon, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We're glad to hear that your experiences at The Park Bistro & Bar worked out to be a memorable experience. We understand that it can get quite busy during the holiday season and we're glad that our team made sure to ensure all of our guests were comfortable with their seating arrangements. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and I am so glad I was able to offer a solution that worked out for you and your family. We look forward to welcoming you back for another great dining experience. Hospitably, Andre Hudson Food & Beverage Manager

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  9. Kathkeen

    Baltimore

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Excellent food as always. Not busy but the service was severely lacking in time attentiveness. Waited 20+ minutes with more than one request for our bill
    The Park Bistro & BarResponded 6 days ago
    Hi Kathleen, Thanks for the feedback. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our food at The Park Bistro & Bar. We apologize for the delay in service you experienced during your visit. We strive to provide efficient service, and your feedback helps us improve. We appreciate your patience and hope to provide you with a better experience on your next visit. Hospitably, Andre Hudson Food & Beverage Manager

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  10. Ron

    San Francisco

    25 reviews

    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Where dining on a busy pre Christmas Saturday night. Waitress/service was excellent, it appeared the kitchen and staff were handling an overflow house well. We had the halibut and crab cakes and appetizers, drinks and were super.
    The Park Bistro & BarResponded 1 day ago
    Hi Ron, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your pre-Christmas dinner at The Park Bistro & Bar! It's wonderful to know that our staff and kitchen were able to handle an overflow house well and that you enjoyed our halibut and crab cakes. We strive to make every visit a memorable one, and your kind words are a testament to our efforts. Thank you for your high ratings and for choosing us for your pre-Christmas dining. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Hospitably, Andre Hudson Food & Beverage Manager

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FAQs

The Park Bistro & Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (925) 283-7108.

The Park Bistro & Bar is rated 4.5 stars by 1782 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 14 times today

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Google Map for The Park Bistro & Bar

3287 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Lafayette, CA 94549

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Mt. Diablo Blvd. & Pleasant Hill Rd.
  • Area
    Lafayette
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–10:30 am Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Californian, French American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet and onsite parking is complementary with reservations. Street parking also available.
  • Public transit
    The Lafayette Park Hotel is located approximately 1.1 Miles from the Lafayette BART station.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Rodrigo Alvarez
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (925) 283-7108
  • Private party facilities
    The Park Bistro & Bar offers two private dining spaces for 10-30 people, serving lunch, dinner and Sunday Brunch. Specially prepared menus are available for parties over 20 people. All of our menus are created with the The Park Bistro & Bar philosophy of using sustainable and local ingredients.
  • Private party contact
    Kristen Wilcox: (925) 299-4324
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