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Bistrot Bisou

575 Flinders Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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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 deafening room roar—Bistrot Bisou solves the city dining headache with carpeted floors that keep conversation effortless. CBD regulars bank on the fast-paced prix fixe lunch, cutting into steak frites drenched in herb butter and sea bream carpaccio before the hour expires. Nights turn moodier around wooden tables, marked by theatrical bar pours, chilled Beaujolais, and thick cuts of wagyu to share.

  • Steak Frites & Classic Cuts: Tender cuts of sirloin and wagyu paired with Café de Paris butter, hand-cut frites, and seasoned tartare.
  • One-Hour Express Lunch: CBD diners rely on a swift two- or three-course menu paced neatly within an hour lunch break.
  • Acoustic-Conscious Space: Carpeted flooring dampens ambient chatter, keeping the dining room conversational rather than echoing.
  • Celebration-Ready Service: Attentive floor staff and bespoke cocktail pours tailored for anniversaries and group dinners.
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Why Dine at Bistrot Bisou

From punctual CBD lunch courses to serene, celebratory evenings on Flinders Lane

  • One-Hour Express Dining

    Designed for CBD schedules, the kitchen reliably turns out polished multi-course French fare without rushing your service.

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

    R.

  • Fixed-Price Lunch Value

    Flinders Lane workers can step out for exceptional value, enjoying structured two- or three-course French menus tailored for weekday lunch breaks.

    A solid spot for a quick lunch if you work nearby — great value at $35 for two courses

    Sylvia Liu

  • Milestone Birthday Celebrations

    Floor staff orchestrate memorable milestones with cocktail theatrics, personalized wine selections, and attentive hospitality that spotlights the guest of honor.

    the celebration was unforgettable, and the birthday guest felt truly special.

    KAROL LIZETH ALVAREZ CABALLERO

  • Anniversary Dining with Personal Table Care

    Warm table care, guided menu walk-throughs, and an intimate dining room turn wedding anniversaries into seamless celebrations.

    A big thank you to the staff at Bistrot Bisou for making our wedding anniversary memorable.

    Ian D

  • Acoustic Comfort for Quiet Conversation

    Specially carpeted dining floors absorb ambient room reverberation, ensuring comfortable, unhurried conversation without the loud din of bare floors.

    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

  • Classic Bistro Fare with Modern Charm

    Savor textbook steak frites in an effortlessly calm bistro room, complete with a complimentary photo booth to capture the night. Reserve your table now for a quintessential French dining experience.

    lovely french restaurant with such amazing modern, yet calming ambience and i defs recommend this place! (there’s also a free photobooth on site!!)

    Andy Vuong

Beloved bistro classics and dining formats—reserve your table to savour them firsthand.

  • Steak Frites

    Everything was incredible, especially the steak frites and barramundi.

    Bianca Melb

  • 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

Notable drinks, sides, and on-site touches that complement the dining room experience.

  • Complimentary Photobooth

    there’s also a free photobooth on site!!

    Andy Vuong

  • Left Bank Martini

    Best Left Bank Martini ever, by the way.

    Rebekah Winckle

  • Picpoul by the Glass

    I really love seeing a picpoul on the BTG wine list too. Fantastic!

    Brett Reynolds

  • Shoe String Fries

    shoe string fries is always a yes in my books.

    Parttimepiggy

Before you head over

Practical guidance to get the most out of your visit—reserve your table now for an effortless Parisian escape on Flinders Lane.

  • Pacing the Workday Lunch

    When visiting on a tight work schedule, the two- or three-course express prix fixe menu is designed to fit comfortably within an hour.

  • Navigating Steak Tuesday

    For maximum value, order the 500g beef sharing cut served with fries and sauces on Tuesday, but allow extra time if dining during afternoon seatings.

  • Booking for Intimate Conversation

    For celebrations or dinners where hearing each other matters, the carpeted dining floor keeps acoustic reverberation low; reserve online in advance and start with a theatrical cocktail at the bar.

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