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Overall Total Score
4.3 out of 5
Impressive | 2925 reviews

What NHjo likes about Bistro East:
A town citizen told me that this place was recently bought by a friend of his, so I figured I'd try it out. I had coffee, two poached eggs, bacon, beans, fried potato tots, and toast everything was great! The serving was ample enough to be my main meal of the day. Nice ambiance and views, friendly service, reasonable prices. View all feedback. What David S doesn't like about Bistro East:
There was a long wait to get the meal (close to an hour) and the servers did apologize for the wait but then the meal was disappointing. My husband had the steak and it was tough and he got tired of chewing it and left a portion of it even though it was quite expensive. Both our vegetables were undercooked. The carrots and potatoes were very crunchy. For the price of the main meals the food was not acceptable. View all feedback.

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Menulist
3.4 ★ from 16 reviews
Helena
15.05.2023 - 04:10

It is a 5-star experience for handmade pasta alone! Yum! We have come here twice on our trip and will re-enter ASAP! So nice to have a little...

আব্দুল্লাহ
15.05.2023 - 04:10

We had a bad experience. From time we went into where we got a bottle of beer and a glass of wine lasted 30 minutes. 30 minutes before our dinner...

Mathew
15.05.2023 - 04:10

Not impressed. Portion sizes are very small. Not worth the dignity recommend to lower their prices

Isabella
18.01.2018 - 19:38

Ate here in Aug 2017, we ordered a Philly cheesesteak sandwich, seafood chowder, a 9" pizza and a 12" pizza, 1 iced tea and a coffee. Total price was $85 which...

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Cecile
18.01.2018 - 19:38

Great place to have a meal whenever you're in Annapolis Royal. The food was very good and the service was quick. Staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. I wo...

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Bistro East has recently undergone a change in management. While some customers were not impressed with the new menu items, others found the food to be delicious and the staff to be friendly and attentive. Particularly praised were the gluten-free options available, with many customers appreciating the ability to enjoy a meal without worrying about gluten. The pizzas were highlighted as a standout item, with mention of thin, crispy crusts and tasty toppings. Despite some mixed reviews on service, overall Bistro East seems to offer a pleasant dining experience in Annapolis Royal.

Tripadvisor
4.0 ★ from 703 reviews
David
03.08.2023 - 16:38

There was a long wait to get the meal (close to an hour) and the servers did apologize for the wait but then the meal was disappointing. My husband had the stea...

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NHjo
03.08.2023 - 16:38

A town citizen told me that this place was recently bought by a friend of his, so I figured I'd try it out. I had coffee, two poached eggs, bacon, beans, fried...

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llinel
03.08.2023 - 16:38

Not accessible for walker or wheelchair. The front step has a slope so be careful. No rail and the incline is not obvious. The place is for sale which make expl...

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Sheila
03.08.2023 - 16:38

Excellent food with a beautiful view across from Fort Anne .Stunning location, 5 star food service with a smile in small town of Annopolis Royal.

Rosario
03.08.2023 - 16:38

The 3 of us shared a Thai pizza and chicken Fettuccine Alfredo. It was a very tasty, quality meal. Good service in a comfortable setting made it an excellent ex...

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Restaurantji
3.2 ★ from 53 reviews
Shelley
16.03.2024 - 07:10

Food was good. It was busy, so staff were challenged to keep up with both takeout orders and dining room customers.Beautiful view of the Annapolis River.

Sue
16.03.2024 - 07:10

Poor service waitress very obviously did not want to be there. Delivered our pizza to wrong table. Never did ask for drink order.

dave
16.03.2024 - 07:10

Wonderful food (fresh made pasta and hand tossed pizza with real cheese not that rubber everybody else uses). Worth the trip, even in the off season.

Lisa
16.03.2024 - 07:10

The lunch was yummy. But the Caesar salad was one of the best I've ever had. Thanks Rob Justin for the great service!!!

Brandon
16.03.2024 - 07:10

Ate here for dinner before going to Kings Theatre for a show. We both had the homemade rose pasta and it was delicious. Has exceptional large windows which offe...

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Int Restaurants
4.4 ★ from 2117 reviews
Kirk
16.01.2024 - 08:13

Great food and service. Atmosphere was friendly and without pretence. Everything arrived quickly and was delicious. We were a group of ten with a reservation; s...

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Chelsea
16.01.2024 - 08:13

Wow! This place was so delicious! My husband, 5 year old and myself had supper and everything was great, the staff was absolutely amazing and so friendly. I had...

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Deborah
16.01.2024 - 08:13

Low key, friendly and clean..fantastic flavourful pizza and excellent tomato bisque soup. Had room for dessert, chocolate mouse. So good we were tempted to lick...

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Emma
16.01.2024 - 08:13

Excellent, friendly service. Our food was all amazing: 3 of us had the fettuccini Alfredo, it was THE BEST we’ve ever had. 100% recommend trying the mini chocol...

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Jeremy
16.01.2024 - 08:13

What a wonderful place to have some great food and watch the sun go down on the Annoplis basin. Beutifull place amd awesome service. Definitely my new go to for...

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Findmeglutenfree
3.0 ★ from 6 reviews
galfromawayNS
08.08.2024 - 17:43

New owners as of April 2023. No gluten free options aside from salads. Menu says plans for GF pizza crust at some point.

robert66778
08.08.2024 - 17:43

We dropped in and asked about GF options. The new owner was very nice but said that they are just building the business and will be looking at GF options in fut...

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skubi
08.08.2024 - 17:43

Excellent meal. Nice staff. Very celiac aware. Can do almost everything on the menu gluten free. Would definitely go again. No reservations so go early, put you...

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Jerry
25.01.2023 - 09:34

Excellent meal. nice staff. very attentive. can do almost everything on the menu gluten-free. would go back. no reservations so early, put in their names and en...

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Clea
25.01.2023 - 09:34

This place was great! they were very well informed about zöliakie. most of their menus can be made gluten-free. I didn't have the pizza, but they offered it gf....

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Googleusercontent
3.7 ★ from 3 reviews
Alyssa180645
08.08.2024 - 17:43

Being celiac, Bistro East was a great find and reccomendation from our waitress at Fundys Resraurant in Digby. If you are gluten free and are in the Annapolis V...

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maggie5894
08.08.2024 - 17:43

The restaurant was wonderful. Sadly the building sold and restaurant is now closed. Update: Bistro East has reopened under new ownership. I stopped by to make r...

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fmattheson
08.08.2024 - 17:43

This place was great! They were very knowledgeable about celiac disease. Most of their menu could be made gluten free. I didnt have the pizza but they do offer...

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Yelp
4.0 ★ from 46 reviews

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