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Bon Ap' Petit Bistro

193 Brunswick St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia

Recommended by 50 people

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193 Brunswick St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia

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+61 3 9415 9450
HoursMonday: 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Bon Ap' Petit Bistro

For an unpretentious slice of Paris minus the stiff formality, this Brunswick Street staple delivers. Patrons settle in for the multi-course set menu—crisp duck à l'orange, tender steak with golden fries, and fresh fish over white beans. Downstairs window seats catch the street hum, while the upstairs tables offer an easy, unhurried perch. Inquire after the plat du jour, then tap through the brittle burnt-sugar crust on the crème brûlée.

  • Value-Driven Set Menus: Structured two- and three-course formats pair classic staples like steak aux poivres and crème brûlée at an accessible price point.
  • Unhurried Hospitality: Attentive, warm floor staff keep courses timed for relaxed conversations, ensuring dinners never feel rushed.
  • Split-Level Dining Spaces: Features a casual, street-level room alongside a chic upstairs dining area and courtyard suited for group gatherings.
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Why Dine at Bon Ap' Petit Bistro

From classic multi-course dining to transportive neighborhood charm, see why Fitzroy diners love Bon Ap'—and reserve your table today.

  • Authentic Bistro Atmosphere

    Bon Ap' Petit Bistro captures genuine Parisian charm without pretension, greeting guests with warm hospitality, classic French tunes, and a cozy dining room that feels thousands of miles away from Melbourne.

    The cozy, authentic French ambiance instantly transports you to France.

    Karl Fuentes

  • Versatile Multi-Level Layout

    The bistro offers distinct environments across two levels, pairing vibrant ground-floor window seating along Brunswick Street with an intimate upstairs salon and heated courtyard for relaxed dining.

    Downstairs has a more casual feel while the upstairs is slightly more chic.

    Ciara G-H

  • High-Value Multi-Course Menus

    Diners can indulge in tightly executed two- or three-course fixed price offerings featuring enduring bistro staples like escargots, duck à l'orange, and crème brûlée at accessible rates.

    The set menu is excellent value and the wine list is great.

    Madeleine Scully

  • Focused Bistro Classics

    Rather than overcomplicating dining, the kitchen hones in on traditional French favourites prepared with precision and paired with well-curated wines.

    All the food was amazing; the menu is quite simple and no nonsense.

    Ellie

  • Intimate Date Night Appeal

    Couples appreciate the warm lighting, attentive hospitality, and unhurried dining pace that create a relaxed, intimate setting for date nights.

    Highly recommend Bon Ap Petit for a nice and romantic date night!

    Ciaran

  • Accommodating Group Gatherings

    Attentive staff, tailored dietary handling, and seamless multi-course timing allow group celebrations and private gatherings to unfold effortlessly.

    The staff were incredibly accommodating, organised and made the whole event run so smoothly from start to finish.

    charlotte turner

The most praised traditional French dishes across multi-course bistro visits.

  • Crème Brûlée

    The crème brûlée is perfect and justifiably famous.

    Madeleine Scully

  • Steak

    the steak, which was incredibly juicy, savory, and cooked to perfection.

    Jhermyn Engo

  • Duck à l'Orange

    The food was absolutely spectacular, especially the duck

    Ciaran

  • Fish of the Day

    The fish of the day was fresh and delicious.

    Josephine W

Other favorites

Beyond the core bistro staples, explore curated French wine pairings, rotating house-made desserts, and private courtyard events.

  • Wine Selection

    The wine selection is spot-on, perfectly complementing the meal.

    Karl Fuentes

  • Profiterole

    special of the day which was a crispy profiterole filled with a silky smooth hazelnut cream and paired with dark chocolate sauce and toasted almond flakes. It was not too sweet and the texture of the puff pastry was great.

    Barry

  • Chocolate Fondant

    For dessert, the chocolate fondant and pistachio cake were a satisfying end to the meal.

    Josephine W

  • Courtyard Private Functions

    Hosted a private function in the courtyard space and thoroughly enjoyed our night here!

    Kathy Cheng

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the multi-course set menu work?

Bon Ap' Petit Bistro features a concise set menu where you can choose either two courses (such as entree and main, or main and dessert) or three courses, alongside regular blackboard specials. Note that the set courses offer curated dining rather than a discounted price per course.

Can you book a table or host group events?

Yes, reservations are accepted and recommended for both casual visits and dinner bookings. Staff are well-equipped to accommodate private functions, celebratory dinners, and larger groups across the dining rooms.

What are the seating and dining areas like?

The bistro offers distinct environments across two levels, featuring a casual downstairs dining room with window seating, a slightly more chic upstairs space, and a heated courtyard for outdoor dining during cooler weather.

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