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Bistrot Bisou

575 Flinders Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Recommended by 15 people

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575 Flinders Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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+61 3 9612 5757
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 5:30 – 10:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Bistrot Bisou

Flinders Lane polish without the stiffness—Bistrot Bisou swaps echoing floorboards for carpeted quiet, built for dinners where you never have to shout across the table. CBD workers lean on the one-hour prix fixe, but evening is when the room hits its stride. Regulars split wagyu cuts off the wood grill while attentive staff pace oysters, cocktails, and warm tarte tatin to your rhythm.

  • Acoustic Comfort: Carpeted dining dampens background noise, making room for effortless conversation without competing against loud acoustics.
  • Steak Tuesday: A high-value Tuesday special serving 500g shared beef cuts with fries and sauces.
  • Express Lunch: Two or three courses delivered within an hour for tight midday work schedules.
  • Celebration Ready: Unhurried table pacing, cocktail pairings, and a complimentary on-site photobooth for groups and birthdays.
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Why Dine at Bistrot Bisou

From swift weekday prix-fixe lunches to leisurely acoustic-cushioned milestone celebrations, experience Bistrot Bisou's warm hospitality. Reserve your table today.

  • Paced Express Lunches for Busy Workdays

    A focused multi-course midday format designed for corporate guests needing high culinary standards within a strict sixty-minute break.

    Great place for an express lunch menu if you have only got an hour.

    R.

  • Generous Midweek Steak Specials

    A dedicated Tuesday promotion delivering a shared 500g cut with bottomless fries and custom sauces at accessible pricing.

    Highly recommend going on Steak Tuesday.

    Linh Vi

  • Acoustic Comfort via Carpeted Floors

    Carpeted dining room flooring dampens ambient decibels, keeping table conversation relaxed and effortless without competing against hard-floor reverberation.

    It was also not too loud (as its carpeted not noisy wood floors like on other places)(i picked this restaurant for this aspect as i needed a quiet place for the dinner).

    Maria osullivan

  • Intimate Setting for Low-Noise Dining

    An intimate, softly lit CBD dining room arranged to facilitate easy conversation and relaxed catch-ups.

    The atmosphere feels warm and intimate, perfect for a relaxed meal or a quiet catch-up.

    Agnes an

  • Celebratory Hospitality with Polish

    Attentive floor guidance and personalized touches elevate birthdays and anniversaries into seamless occasions.

    The head of house and all wait staff were wonderful, going above and beyond to make sure our celebratory dinner was so special.

    Anne-Marie

  • Unhurried Rhythm and Memorable Touches

    Evenings run on a generous, unhurried cadence with shared plates and an on-site photobooth for lasting memories.

    Multiple small sharing dishes served over a generous amount of time (no rushing you to eat up and leave).

    Karen Edwards

Signature French bistro dishes and dining services highlighted by guests.

  • Steak Frites

    the steak was cooked perfectly medium rare and melted in my mouth almost instantly!

    Andy Vuong

  • Express Lunch Menu

    Great place for an express lunch menu if you have only got an hour.

    R.

  • Steak Tartare

    The tartare was seasoned perfectly and the toast that came on the side was a crunch lovers dream.

    Parttimepiggy

  • Steak Tuesday

    Highly recommend going on Steak Tuesday. We got the 500g Beef (can't remember the cut but it was super tender) to share.

    Linh Vi

Other favorites

Thoughtful accompaniments, signature sips, and unexpected touches that complete the experience.

  • On-Site Photobooth

    there’s also a free photobooth on site!!

    Andy Vuong

  • Left Bank Martini

    Best Left Bank Martini ever, by the way.

    Rebekah Winckle

  • House Butter

    I especially love the butter and wine list here.

    Jenny Tinanop

  • Shoe String Fries

    And being the potato lover that I am, shoe string fries is always a yes in my books.

    Parttimepiggy

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality details and distinct venue touches that elevate your dining experience—reserve your table today.

  • Complimentary Guest Photobooth

    An on-site photo booth lets groups and party guests capture complimentary souvenir prints to commemorate their evening.

  • Acoustic-Dampened Dining Room

    Fully carpeted flooring dampens ambient chatter and acoustic reverberation, creating a calm, low-noise environment for intimate conversation.

  • Milestone Celebration Hospitality

    Floor staff provide dedicated hospitality for birthdays and anniversaries, arranging guided menu pairings and celebratory dessert presentations.

  • Theatrical Cocktail Crafting

    Guests starting at the bar are treated to cocktails crafted with visual flair and theatrical barcraft before sitting down to dinner.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to make a reservation before visiting?

Yes. Booking can be done easily via their website, which is recommended as walk-in tables can be hard to secure.

Is there a quick lunch option available?

Yes. Bistrot Bisou offers an express prix fixe lunch menu (with two- or three-course options) that accommodates a one-hour workday break.

What is the Steak Tuesday special?

Bistrot Bisou runs a Steak Tuesday special featuring a large-format sharing cut of beef served alongside two bowls of fries and sauces.

Is the dining room quiet enough for conversation?

Yes. Unlike many restaurants with noisy bare timber flooring, the dining room is carpeted, dampening background noise for easy conversation.

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