Bistro

4 (128)

£26 to £40

International

51 Buckingham Gate, London, SW1E 6AF

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Good for business meals
Innovative

Having undergone a modern yet classic refurbishment in 2017, Bistro's elegance is perfect for a romantic dinner after a day of sightseeing. The international seasonal menu is full of fresh, locally sourced produce and includes delightful dishes such as a traditional London platter, comforting Indian favourites and desserts to surprise and indulge in.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
International, Pan-Asian, British
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–10:30 am Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
Website
https://www.stjamescourthotel.co.uk/dine/bistro/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
51 Buckingham Gate, London, SW1E 6AF
Neighborhood
Westminster
Parking details
<br>The closest car parking facility to the restaurant is owned operated by APCOA and located on Horseferry Road.
Public transit
St. James's Park tube station and Victoria Station are located nearby.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Seafood Bouillabaisse
Served with Garlic Toast Bruschetta of Marinated Cherry Tomatoes
Duck & Foiegras Terrine
Fig Chutney, Marinated Baby Cress, Beetroot Hollandaise, Olive Crumble & Melba Toasts
The Bistro Samosa Chaat
Onion, Tomato & Coriander Salsa, Duo of Chutney – Tamarind & Mint, Crunchy Vermicelli Sprinkle

Main Show

Choice of:

Pesto Grilled Salmon
Served with Creamed Potato Mash, Seasonal Grilled Vegetables & Caper Beure Blanc
Chicken Tikka Masala
Indo-British Classic of Spiced Chicken Tikka in Tomato Gravy Spiked with Pounded Spices & Fresh Coriander, Served with Steamed Rice
Wild Mushroom Risotto
Parmesan Shavings, Enoki Garnish, Mushroom Pate

The End

Choice of:

Deconstructed Blackforest
Vanilla Cremeux, Chocolate Sponge, Griottine Cherries, Cherry Foam, Cherry Gel
Banana Pannacotta
Caramelized Banana, Peanut Brittle, Rum Foam

What 128 people are saying

Bistro reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.0

4.0 based on all time ratings

4.1Food
4.1Service
3.8Ambience
3.7Value

Noise • Moderate

119 Reviews

S
Stacy Gold
Orange County26 reviews
5.0
Dined on August 17, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A very nice restaurant with an interesting menu including Indian food that was priced very reasonably. We experienced very good service with no problems.
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NickC Gold
London1 review
1.0
Dined on July 13, 2019
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Usual restaurant closed. Bedlam. Queue outside temporary restaurant snaked back to reception (>20 people 🙁). No one serving, general disgruntlement, never got near a table - went to a much nicer, quieter place down the road ... and won’t return.
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JoyR
Oklahoma1 review
5.0
Dined on July 7, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waiter was adorable! Seeing that we had two young teens, he brought them "kid champagne" when we had wine. He was helpful with the menu as one had tree nut allergies. It was a super experience.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
London135 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 11, 2019
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Tried the clever bento box which offers excellent value and variety for lunch. Being owned by Taj Hotels the Indian food was authentic and delicious. Service was rushed and stressed but came together.
BistroResponded on March 18, 2019
Thank you for your valuable feedback and observations. We will take all of them on board. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon.
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OpenTable Diner
Nashville5 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 8, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was wonderful and service was exceptional! Our server was the best and she made everything delightful!
BistroResponded on March 10, 2019
Thank you for visiting us and your words of kindness! Looking forward to welcoming you back soon!
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AlfredoR Gold
London19 reviews
4.0
Dined on December 25, 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Service was friendly, but very slow Food was okay, nothing to write home about Ambiance was pleasant Price for Christmas Day dinner was okay Would not come back, but it was an ok dining experience
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OpenTable Diner Gold
London7 reviews
4.0
Dined on December 22, 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Quiet and calm
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Buzz
London137 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 27, 2016
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Somewhat tucked away, within either the Tag Hotel or St James's, lies this smart upmarket dining venue. The service was slick and professional. The food was excellent (we opted for the set lunch menu of 2 or 3 courses), with a sensible limited choice. The presentation was excellent. I have been to Bistro 51 now +/- 8 times ; this visit saw the standards rising ever higher. Well done.
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SuzyQ
London105 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 4, 2016
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I hosted a business meal at Bistro 51 with a number of clients from Sweden. The menu had a mixture of traditional British foods, curry's and great grill selection, so all tastes were met. Fantastic service too.
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MRWRIGHT
London14 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 28, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
My duck was very tasty and the waiter was very tentative to me and my woman and did a love gesture doing a written decoration wishing her happy birthday on the desert
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
International, Pan-Asian, British
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–10:30 am Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
Website
https://www.stjamescourthotel.co.uk/dine/bistro/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
51 Buckingham Gate, London, SW1E 6AF
Neighborhood
Westminster
Parking details
<br>The closest car parking facility to the restaurant is owned operated by APCOA and located on Horseferry Road.
Public transit
St. James's Park tube station and Victoria Station are located nearby.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Trailer

Seafood Bouillabaisse

Duck & Foiegras Terrine

The Bistro Samosa Chaat

Main Show

Pesto Grilled Salmon

Chicken Tikka Masala

Wild Mushroom Risotto

The End

Deconstructed Blackforest

Banana Pannacotta

What 128 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Additional information

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