Bistango Restaurant – Italian
Bistango pulses with a sophisticated energy, where an eclectic array of globally-inspired small plates invites guests to linger over vibrant flavors and artful presentations. The kitchen masterfully balances texture and heat, pairing the smoky char of Spanish octopus and tender beef skewers with the cool, silken luxury of ahi tuna tartare and creamy burrata. It is a lively culinary destination where every bite—from crispy artichokes to zesty Mexican shrimp cocktail—celebrates a bold, modern approach to coastal dining.
Von Karman Avenue, Irvine, California 92714 +19497525222 https://www.bistango.com/contactRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests rave about the delicious dessert offerings, noting that every dish reflects a clear sense of culinary pride and attention to detail. Celebrated for its comfortable and pleasant setting, the space is frequently praised for its accommodating and timely service that makes it a welcome addition to the neighborhood.
Menu
Appetizers
- Burrata Cheese - $26: Tomato & Strawberry Jam, Crostini, Micro Mint, Basil Oil, Aged Balsamic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Potatoes & Smoked Salmon - $25: Sriracha Aïoli, Dill, Crème Fraîche, Smoked Trout Roe, Chives Emulsion Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Mexican Shrimp Cocktail - $25: Spicy Cocktail Sauce, Cilantro, Garlic Parmesan Crostini Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ahi Tuna Tartare - $28: Cucumber, Radish, Scallions, Avocado, Cilantro, Vegetable Chips, Chili Vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blue Lump Crab Cake - $28: Tomato Tartare, Basil Oil, Lemon Vinaigrette, Pea Sprouts Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Charred Spanish Octopus - $28: Spicy-Lime Romesco Sauce, Caramelized Onions, Potatoes, Olives Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Artichokes - $26: Crispy Potatoes, Lemon Garlic Aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Panko Fried Calamari Strips - $29: Sea Salt, Lemon Wedge, Sriracha Aïoli Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Skewer - $16: Wilted Spinach, Green Peppercorn Sauce Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bistango's Guacamole - $16: Fresno Jalapeño, Tomato, Cilantro, Crispy Tortilla Chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Chicken Wings - $18: Cucumber Sauce, Celery Sticks Available at: dinner, lunch
- Coconut Shrimp - $17: Blue Cheese Coleslaw, Spicy Sweet Chili Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups and Salads
- Soup of the Day - $15: Chef’s daily selection featuring seasonal ingredients Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Garlic Soup - $15: Chives, Whipped Cream, Croutons Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gazpacho - $17: Chilled Tomato Soup, Cucumber, Avocado, Cilantro, E.V.O.O. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $16: Grana Padano Cheese, Garlic Croutons Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Organic Greens Salad - $21: Honeycrisp Apple, Cranberries, Pecans, Blue Cheese, House Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bistango House Salad - $21: Romaine, Celery, Cucumber, Tomato, Almonds, Feta, Mustard Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wedge Salad - $22: Ripened Tomato, Pickled Red Onions, Bacon, Blue Cheese Dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Beets & Pear - $26: Endive, Micro Arugula, Pomegranate Seeds, Walnuts, Goat Cheese, Aged Balsamic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spanish Octopus Salad - $34: Baby Arugula, Tomato, Cucumber, Celery, Olives, Spicy Lemon Caper Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blackened Shrimp Salad - $42: Baby Spinach, Apples, Roasted Pears, Endive, Avocado, Goat Cheese, Apple Cider Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Atkins, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled New Zealand King Salmon Salad - $34: Wild Baby Arugula, Butternut Squash, Cranberries, Pumpkin Seeds, Pickled Fennel, Balsamic Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- California Chicken Salad - $23: Cashews, Napa Cabbage, Carrots, Green Onions, Pea Sprouts, Wonton, Spicy Sesame Soy Vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Confit of Duck Leg Salad - $34: Baby Arugula, Pomegranate Seeds, Caramelized Pear, Pecans, Goat Cheese, Balsamic Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak and Blue Cheese Salad - $47: Prime Flat Iron, Watercress and Arugula Salad, Tomato, Pickled Onions, Balsamic Vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Pan Seared Diver Scallops - $56: Butternut Squash Purée, Pomegranate Seeds, Asparagus, Chorizo, Aged Balsamic Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tamarind-Chili Glazed New Zealand King Salmon - $44: Thyme-Garlic Crispy Potatoes, Broccolini, Lemon, Caper Butter Sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Oven-Roasted Chilean Sea Bass - $59: Exotic Mushroom Risotto, Asparagus, Concord Grape Reduction Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seared Rare Sesame-Crusted Ahi Tuna - $42: Exotic Mushroom Risotto, Asparagus, Concord Grape Sauce Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prime Angus 14 oz Ribeye Steak - $75: Thyme-Garlic Roasted Red Bliss Potatoes, Red Wine Sauce Available at: dinner
- Grilled Grass-Fed Filet Mignon - $65: Potato Purée, Asparagus, Green Peppercorn Sauce Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prime Angus 12 oz New York Steak - $62: Thyme-Garlic Roasted Red Bliss Potatoes, Green Peppercorn Sauce Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prime Angus Flat Iron Steak - $49: Onion Marmalade, Potato au Gratin, Red Wine Sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Marinated New Zealand Lamb Chops - $42: Potato Purée, Carrots, Onions, Port Wine Sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rosemary-Lemon Roasted Chicken Breast - $38: Mushrooms, Potatoes, Haricots Verts, Onions, Pan Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Duroc Pork Chop - $43: White Balsamic Apple Slaw, Cranberries, BBQ Sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta and Risotto
- Squid Ink Linguine Alle Vongole - $36: Manila Clams, Shaved Garlic, Parsley, Chili Flakes, White Wine Sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Linguine All'Arrabbiata - $42: Shrimp, Garlic, Chili Flakes, Sauce, Basil Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon-Wrapped Mexican Shrimp Risotto - $42: Roasted Butternut Squash, Chives, Aged Balsamic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Curry Marinated Lamb Chop Risotto - $48: Tart Cherries, Scallions, Herb Greek Yogurt Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pumpkin Gnocchi - $28: Baby Spinach, Garlic, Butternut Squash, Bacon, White Wine Cream Sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Penne Pasta - $29: Achiote Marinated Chicken Breast, Asparagus, Tomatoes, Red Onions, Basil, Little Cream Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti Pasta Bolognese - $27: Bolognese Sauce, Parsley, Chili Flakes, Little Cream Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fettuccine - $38: Marinated Filet, Exotic Mushrooms, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, White Wine Parmesan Cream Sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers and Sandwiches
- Chicken Sandwich - $28: Sriracha Aïoli, Arugula, Tomato, Chimichurri, Avocado Bruschetta, Garlic Fries Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Burger - $28: Salmon Burger patty Available at: dinner, lunch
- BLT Angus Burger - $29: Bacon, Arugula, Tomatoes, Cheddar Cheese, Caramelized Onions, Sriracha Aïoli, Garlic Fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prime New York Steak Sandwich - $39: Sriracha Aïoil, Arugula, Tomato, Onions, Bacon, Provolone Cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kobe Style Beef Sliders - $14: Arugula, Tomato, Cheddar Cheese, Sriracha Aïoli, Crispy Onions Available at: dinner, lunch
Pizza
- Baby Shrimp Pizza - $22: Pesto Sauce, Red Onions, Corn, Roasted Bell Peppers, Chorizo, Cilantro, Mozzarella Cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Margherita Pizza - $22: Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella Cheese, Basil, Oregano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pepperoni Pizza - $19: Tomato Sauce, Garlic Oil, Chili Flakes, Mozzarella Cheese, Oregano Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prosciutto Pizza - $26: Balsamic Pears, Goat Cheese, Arugula, Red Onions, Shaved Parmesan, Aged Balsamic Vinegar Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Brussels Sprouts - $14: Bacon, Cranberries, Goat Cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Green Beans - $14: Sweet Chili Sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Asparagus - $17: Grain Mustard Aïoli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Honey Baby Carrots - $12: Sea Salt, Black Pepper Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom & Bacon Risotto - $21: Salt, Pepper, Truffle Oil, Shaved Parmesan, Concord Grape Sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Potato Au Gratin - $17: Dauphinois Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sautéed Broccolini - $14: Lemon, Butter Capers, Sea Salt Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shishito Peppers - $14: Sea Salt, Lemon, Garlic Aïoli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Truffle Garlic French Fries - $16: Truffle Oil, Parmesan, Garlic, Thyme Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sautéed Edamame - $12: Chili Sauce, Sea Salt Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Affogato all Caffe - $12: Scoop of Vanilla Ice Cream drowned in a shot of espresso Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Almond Pear Tart - $16: Vanilla Ice Cream, Salted Caramel Sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Pastel Tres Leches - $14: Three Milk Cake, Whipped Cream, Strawberry Relish
- Tiramisu - $15: Tia Maria Sabayon, Espresso Sauce
- Trio of Sorbets - $18: In Caramelized Almond Shell, Mixed Berries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal
- Vanilla Crème Brûlée - $15: Strawberry, Mint Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Whiskey Raisin Bread Pudding - $15: Vanilla Ice Cream, Salted Caramel Sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- White Chocolate Cheesecake - $12: Oreo Cookie Crust, Whipped Cream, Vanilla Sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chocolate Raspberry Truffle Cake - $16: Chantilly Raspberry Sauce, Whipped Cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Souffle - $18: Chocolate Sauce, Cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Grand Marnier Souffle - $18: Vanilla Sauce, Cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
Beverages
- Coffee - $5
- Soda - $4.5
- Cappuccino - $5.5
- Latte - $5.5
- Sole Sparkling/Still Water - $5.5 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Bistango Restaurant
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- Bistango offers a sophisticated, lively, and comfortable atmosphere with a modern style focused on globally-inspired small plates and attentive service.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Bistango Restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine, featuring a modern menu of globally-inspired small plates, seafood, and classic pasta dishes.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- Families will find a comfortable, pleasant setting with accommodating service and a diverse menu featuring pasta, steak, and desserts.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- Bistango supports a wide range of diets including gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, keto, paleo, mediterranean, dairy-free, and high-protein options across its menu.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- Bistango offers an upscale dining experience with sophisticated energy, expensive pricing ($$$), and artfully presented globally-inspired small plates.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews do not mention any specific concerns, instead highlighting the delicious desserts, comfortable setting, and accommodating, timely service.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Bistango Restaurant maintains an average rating of 4.0/5 based on customer feedback and culinary performance.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The extensive menu features globally-inspired small plates, diverse Italian entrees, and accommodates over 35 dietary preferences including keto, vegan, and gluten-free.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact Bistango Restaurant by visiting their website at https://www.bistango.com/contact for more information.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not include the specific number of reviews for Bistango Restaurant.
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