The Bistro – French
The Bistro serves as a sun-drenched sanctuary for morning rituals, where the comforting hum of a bustling kitchen and the sweet aroma of griddled butter fill the air. Golden stacks of fluffy pancakes and thick-cut French toast share the stage with hearty, protein-packed scrambles and savory breakfast burritos, all crafted to provide a soulful start to the day. Whether tucked into a cozy corner with a steaming mug of coffee or enjoying a loaded breakfast sandwich, guests find a timeless, neighborhood warmth in every elevated classic.
1900 North US-31 Highway, Petoskey MI 49770 https://thebistropetoskey.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: French
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, 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, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Tuesday - Friday
- 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Saturday
- 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the satisfying portions and perfectly crispy dishes, highlighting the high quality and texture of the meal. Celebrated for its comfortable and inviting setting, the experience is further elevated by warm, knowledgeable service from attentive staff who guide guests through the menu with ease. Reviewers highlight the
Menu
Traditional Breakfasts
- The Original - $13.95: Two eggs, choice of sausage, bacon, or ham, hashbrowns, choice of toast, 2 pancakes, or 2 french toast, and coffee Available at: breakfast, brunch
- #1 French Toast - $11.95: 2 slices of french toast, choice of sausage, bacon, or ham, and coffee Available at: breakfast, brunch
- #2 Two Eggs - $10.95: Two eggs with hashbrowns, toast, and coffee Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- #3 Short Stack Pancakes - $11.95: Two pancakes with sausage, bacon, or ham, and coffee Available at: breakfast, brunch
- #4 Baked Morning Glory Oatmeal - $10.95: Steel cut and old fashioned oats baked with dried cranberries, apple, orange, carrot, and spices, served with maple syrup and coffee Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- #5 Two Eggs with Meat - $11.95: Two eggs with sausage or bacon, toast, and coffee Available at: breakfast, brunch
- #8 Two Eggs Deluxe - $13.95: Two eggs, 2 sausage, 2 bacon, toast, or 2 pancakes, or 2 French toast, and coffee Available at: breakfast, brunch
Breakfast Handhelds
- Breakfast Burrito - $11.95: Two scrambled eggs, hashbrowns, onions, peppers, choice of meat, and choice of cheese in a 12-inch tortilla Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Ultimate Breakfast Sandwich - $11.95: Large toasted english muffin, 2 eggs scrambled with ham, bacon, and sausage, choice of cheese, served with hashbrowns Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Ultimate Veggie Sandwich - $11.95: Avocado-goat cheese spread, organic arugula, red onion, tomato, 1 egg scrambled, on a large toasted english muffin with curried vinaigrette, served with hashbrowns Available at: breakfast, brunch
Three Egg Omelets
- Greek Omelet - $12.95: Spinach, tomato, oregano, feta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, South-Beach Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Vegetarian Omelet - $12.95: Onion, tomato, fresh mushrooms, green pepper, mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Asparagus & Cheese Omelet - $12.95: Fresh asparagus, swiss cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pa Maxwell’s Omelet - $13.95: Ham, onion, green pepper, american cheese and hashbrowns on the inside Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Western Omelet - $12.95: Ham, onion, green pepper Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Meat Lover’s Omelet - $15.95: Ham, bacon, sausage, cheddar cheese Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Stuffed Ham Omelet - $13.95: Diced onion, ham, american cheese, hashbrowns, and sour cream inside Available at: breakfast, brunch
Breakfast Skillets with Gravy
- Country Skillet - $11.95: Scrambled eggs with fresh bell pepper, onion, sausage gravy over hash browns Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Garden Skillet - $11.95: Scrambled eggs, bell pepper, onion, tomato, spinach, mushroom, sausage gravy over hash browns Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Camper’s Mess - $13.95: Scrambled eggs, diced ham, onions, cheddar cheese, sausage gravy over hash browns Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Meat Lover’s Skillet - $14.95: Scrambled eggs, bacon, ham, sausage, gravy over hash browns Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Corned Beef Skillet - $15.95: Scrambled eggs, slow-roasted premium corned beef, gravy over hash browns Available at: breakfast, brunch
Pancakes & French Toast
- Special Cakes of the Week - $11.95: Weekly flavor with bacon or sausage Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Single Stack Pancake - $5.95: One buttermilk pancake Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Short Stack Pancakes - $7.95: Two buttermilk pancakes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Full Stack Pancakes - $9.95: Three buttermilk pancakes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Stuffed French Toast - $9.95: Two slices of french toast stuffed with cream cheese fruit blend, served with vanilla syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- French Toast (3 slices) - $8.95: Three slices of traditional french toast Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Cinnamon Swirl French Toast - $9.95: Three thick slices of cinnamon swirl bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
Burgers & Dogs
- Bistro Burger - $13.95: 1/3 pound grilled Angus ground beef, lettuce, tomato, onion, chips, and pickles Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Bacon Burger - $15.95: Mabs’ BBQ Sauce, thick cut bacon, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion, chips, and pickles Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili Cheese Burger - $15.95: Open faced, housemade chili, onion, cheese, chips, and pickles Available at: dinner, lunch
- Patty Melt - $13.95: Angus beef, grilled onions, swiss, grilled swirl rye, chips, and pickles Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jumbo Dog - $7.95: 1/4 pound all beef grilled hot dog, chips, and pickles Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili Dog - $10.95: Grilled hot dog, housemade chili, onion, cheese, chips, and pickles Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
Lunch Sandwiches
- Chicken Caesar Wrap - $11.95: Crispy or grilled chicken, romaine, caesar dressing, parmesan Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Sandwich - $12.95: Grilled chicken breast, lettuce, tomato, onion, Mabs’ Bistro sauce Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Reuben - $15.95: Shaved corned beef, sauerkraut, swiss, marble rye, 1000 island dressing Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carolina Reuben - $13.95: Sliced turkey, coleslaw, swiss, marble rye, 1000 island dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Crunch Melt - $11.95: Housemade tuna salad, nacho cheese chips, grilled flour tortilla, cheddar Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey or Tuna Sandwich - $11.95: Turkey or tuna on 9-grain bread, lettuce, tomato, onion, swiss Available at: dinner, lunch
- Avocado BLT - $12.95: Bacon, lettuce, tomato, avocado-cheese spread, mayo, choice of toast Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: brunch, lunch
Lunch Entrees
- Shrimp Plate (1/4 lb) - $12.95: Lightly breaded shrimp, french fries, coleslaw, cocktail sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Plate (1/2 lb) - $15.95: Lightly breaded shrimp, french fries, coleslaw, cocktail sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tender Plate (2-piece) - $11.95: White meat tenders, french fries, coleslaw, BBQ or ranch Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tender Plate (4-piece) - $14.95: White meat tenders, french fries, coleslaw, BBQ or ranch Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Salads
- Soup of the Day (Cup) - $4.95: Served with crackers Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup of the Day (Bowl) - $6.95: Served with crackers Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chorizo Chili (Cup) - $4.95: Old family recipe Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chorizo Chili (Bowl) - $6.95: Old family recipe Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Salad - $6.95: Mixed greens, tomato, carrots, red onion, choice of dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $6.95: Romaine, caesar dressing, parmesan, croutons Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fresh Fruit Plate - $12.95: Fresh berries and fruit with yogurt or cottage cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Fiesta Chicken Salad - $12.95: Grilled chicken, black bean and corn salsa, mixed greens, romaine, chipotle dressing, pepper jack Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides & Add-ons
- Larry’s Oatmeal - $6.95: With blueberries and pecans Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Hot Cereal - $5.95: Cream of wheat or oats Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Ham Steak or Sausage - $3.95 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Side of Bacon (3) - $4.95 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
- Cheesy Grits - $3.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Fresh Hash Browns - $3.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Sausage Gravy - $4.95: Featuring Plath’s Country Style Sausage
- One Egg - $1.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Side of Toast (2) - $3.95: Choice of 9-grain, rye, white, sourdough, cinnamon swirl, raisin, bagel, or english muffin Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Beverages
- Coffee, Tea, or Hot Cocoa - $2.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Milk or Chocolate Milk - $2.5: 2% Milk Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Northwoods Soda - $2.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Fruit Juice (Small) - $1.95: Orange, apple, tomato, or grape Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Juice-Cleanse
- Fruit Juice (Large) - $2.95: Orange, apple, tomato, or grape Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb
- Water & Lemon - $0.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Restaurants near The Bistro
- Petoskey Brewing Company — American
- Piper's Mighty Good Pizza — Italian
- The Sweet and Savory Pie Company — American
- Northwood Family Restaurant — American
- Riverside Bar & Grill — American
- Roast & Toast — American
- The Burst — American
- Jerk-N-Depot — Caribbean
- Bob's Place — American
