Downtown Bistro & Grill Burlington – American
This lively urban retreat captures the essence of refined bistro dining, where the air is thick with the savory perfume of white wine garlic mussels and rich, melted Gruyère atop classic French onion soup. Friends linger over shared plates of golden risotto balls and crisp, truffle-dusted fries, savoring a menu that seamlessly blends coastal elegance with the soulful warmth of a neighborhood favorite.
Elizabeth Street +19056397577 https://downtownbistro.caRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegetarian, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, dairy-free, low-sodium, pescatarian, heart-healthy, plant-based, whole30, paleo, glp1, low-fat, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, high-fiber, gerd, carnivore, tlc, alkaline, aip, renal, zone, volumetrics, macrobiotic, slow-carb, lectin-free
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests love the cozy atmosphere and frequently praise the accommodating service staff for their attentive and regular check-ins. Standout dishes include the well-seasoned appetizers, which reviewers highlight as a flavorful start to a meal shared with partners or friends. Celebrated for its warm ambiance and consistent quality, the experience is often described as highly recommended for those seeking a welcoming and intimate dining environment.
Menu
Appetizers
- Bruschetta - $15: grilled baguette topped with diced roma tomatoes, red onion, olive oil, fresh basil & parsley Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Truffle Parmesan Fries - $16: roasted garlic aioli, truffle oil, parmigiano, parsley Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Coconut Curry Mussels - $20: P.E.I mussels, curry blend, coconut milk, tropical salsa Dietary tags: Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- White Wine Garlic Mussels - $20: P.E.I mussels, roasted garlic, white wine tomato broth Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- New England Crab Cakes - $23: pan seared, Maryland crab, herbs and spices, red pepper aioli, sweet chili soya glaze Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari - $19: crusted with our signature dusting, roasted red pepper aioli Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Risotto Balls - $19: Arancini, Italian herbs, mozzarella, marinara Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buds and Brie - $23: phyllo wrapped French brie served warm, roasted garlic, crisp crostinis, Niagara Cabernet jelly Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Potato Fries - $15: garlic curry aioli Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Soup
- French Onion Soup - $11 Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hungarian Beef Goulash - $11 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Daily Soup Feature - $11 Dietary tags: Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Beetroot & Goat Cheese Stack - $18: roasted beets, goat cheese, rosemary & honey dressing, toasted walnuts Available at: dinner, lunch
- Poached Pear Salad - $18: chilled crisp mixed greens, chardonnay poached pears, mission fig dressing, blue cheese, cranberries, roasted pecans Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bistro Caesar - $18: romaine hearts, house-made creamy dressing, herb croutons, pancetta crisp, shaved Parmigiana Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Vegetable & Chevre - $18: crisp mixed greens, grilled seasonal vegetables, pecan encrusted goat cheese, raspberry vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Pecan Crusted Chicken - $36: buttermilk marinated boneless grain fed chicken breast, jalapeno maple cream, whipped potatoes, seasonal vegetables Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sesame Crusted Salmon - $34: organic salmon, cilantro mango chutney basmati rice, seasonal vegetables Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Canadian AAA Beef Tenderloin - $56: 7 oz. grilled seasoned filet, roasted garlic Yukon gold smashed potatoes, market vegetables, blue cheese butter or Shiraz demi-glace Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beau’s Lagered Ale Short Ribs - $46: 8 hour braised Norwich short ribs, Yukon gold mash, seasonal vegetables Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood & Chicken Jambalaya - $35: creole seasoned rice medley, mushrooms, red peppers, smoked chicken, mussels, shrimp, andouille sausage Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Tenderloin Schnitzel - $31: panko crusted pork tenderloin cutlet, mashed potatoes, fresh vegetables, mushroom onion demi-glace or gorgonzola cream sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bistro Burger - $27: 8 oz AAA sirloin, maple bacon, cheddar or blue cheese, beefsteak tomato, red onion, pickles, garlic aioli, brioche bun, house cut frites Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Not Your Fried Chicken - $22: blackened chicken breast, cheddar, tomato, lettuce, garlic aioli, brioche bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lake Erie Perch Tacos - $22: soft tortillas, cornmeal & creole dusted perch, crunchy slaw, Remoulade sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Louisiana Linguine - $34: blackened chicken, sautéed shrimp, shallots, bell peppers, cajun cream sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Three Cheese Ravioli - $28: sautéed pancetta, rose sauce, pasta pillows stuffed with ricotta, mozzarella, provolone cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seafood Linguine - $38: shrimps, scallops, mussels, clams, fresh herbs, tomato white wine sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Fat Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jumbo Shrimp Linguine - $35: shrimp sautéed in garlic olive oil, artichokes, diced tomatoes, roasted red peppers, fresh herbs Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Penne Alla Vodka - $32: smoked chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, baby arugula, vodka rose sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pasta Alla Zozzona - $32: guanciele, pancetta, fennel sausage, tomato sauce, Pecorino, egg yolk, rigatoni Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Medley Penne - $30: sauteed portabello, cremini, porcini, shiitake, bolets, cream, arugula, parmigiano, truffle oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rigatoni Bolognese - $25: slow simmered Angus beef, pancetta, San Marzano tomatoes, fresh herbs Available at: dinner, lunch
Flatbreads & Crepes
- The Roman Flatbread - $20: tomato sauce, soppressata, pepperoni, mozzarella, red onion Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fig & Prosciutto Flatbread - $20: garlic fig jam, French brie, arugula, balsamic drizzle Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Vegetable Flatbread - $20: pesto, grilled vegetables, goat cheese, arugula, balsamic drizzle Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Salmon Crepe - $22: shaved Atlantic salmon, diced potatoes, mushrooms, dill cream sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Seafood Crepe - $24: shrimp, bay scallops, diced potatoes, baby arugula, gorgonzola cream sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, GLP-1, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Crepe - $22: goat cheese, baby arugula, house smoked chicken, rose sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Crepe - $22: grilled vegetables, basil pesto cream sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Sautéed Mushrooms - $4 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seasonal Vegetables - $4 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, 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
- Upgrade to Caesar Salad - $3 Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Upgrade to Soup of the Day - $3 Dietary tags: Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Bistro & Grill Burlington
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews for this restaurant are overwhelmingly positive, highlighting the cozy atmosphere and attentive service without mentioning any specific concerns.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- Visitors should expect a cozy, intimate atmosphere with attentive service, highly-rated appetizers like risotto balls, and extensive dietary-friendly menu options.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- The restaurant offers a cozy, warm, and intimate atmosphere described as a lively urban retreat with attentive, accommodating service.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Bruschetta accommodates vegan, dairy-free, and plant-based diets, while the Poached Pear Salad fits vegetarian, gluten-free, and high-fiber requirements.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This American bistro stands out for its consistent 4.0/5 quality, warm ambiance, and an exceptionally diverse range of health-conscious dietary options.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain the specific number of reviews for Downtown Bistro & Grill Burlington.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking a cozy, intimate atmosphere with attentive service and diverse dietary options like keto, vegan, and gluten-free would enjoy this bistro.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- The price range at Downtown Bistro & Grill Burlington is moderate, indicated by a price level of $$.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The restaurant accommodates mixed diets with vegan, gluten-free, keto, and high-protein options like bruschetta, poached pear salad, and seafood linguine.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include white wine garlic mussels, French onion soup, risotto balls, truffle-dusted fries, and well-seasoned appetizers.
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