When crepes had to be on the menu for Mother's Day brunch it was immediately on my mindset to book a reservation for Beau Monde. but being the likely 500+th person to come up with that plan that stood no chance in getting a table, McThrill had to act fast in researching the next best destination. Fortunately it lead to my discovering a new spot from the owners of a forever favorite Pub on Passyunk East (http://www.yelp.com/biz/the-pub-on-passyunk-east-philadelphia), that resided inside the spot that used to house one of my former favorite's Ministry of Information (http://www.yelp.com/biz/ministry-of-information-philadelphia), and was completely inspired by timeless actress Brigitte Bardot. With a resume like that it seemed a little to perfect to believe, but those things led to a bit of a hidden gem (http://www.philly.com/philly/blogs/food_department/12-hidden-Philly-restaurants-worth-finding.html), that delivered on all fronts. Upon first entry I was able to notice borrowed things like the Octopus Chandelier and exposed brick wall, and new things like the Bardot inspired decor and chic "waiting area where you could lounge around until someone finished up in the water closet. add in the attentive and informative customer service, French bistro inspired menu, and solid beer & cocktail menu; and you had welcome features throughout. The delicious crepes that brought us here came with Fromage Blanc and a strawberry/meyer lemon jam that heightened the flavor. The spicy hangover cure Hail Mary was fully loaded with Habanero vodka, horseradish, tabasco, black pepper, and a meaty olive. And the well rounded draught menu had solid choices from Nodding Head, Ommegang, North Coast, and Duchesse Du Bourgogne. But for me the main feature by far was the BEST frittata I've ever had that was filled with duck confit, baby kale, toulouse sausage, and more. With even more examples of standard bar fare being French elevated, solid beers and cocktails, and good happy hours during regular and brunch hours; Bardot is a perfect destination to visit no matter what occasion. read more

That squid ink pasta is something else. I can't get it out of my head. Remember the scene in Blue Valentine where everyone was sad? Well, this dish will make you feel the exact opposite of that. It is so transcendent that I actually really forgot about that heartbreaking scene with the daughter until right now this very second. Now it's back in my memory and my day is ruined. Welp, I digress. They have other things on the menu that are pretty darn good. Bardot is what happens when Vernick and The Ranstead Room have a glorious baby who grows up super hip in NoLibs. read more

Bardot is great great great. Great bartenders, great servers, great food, great happy hour specials, great atmosphere, great location. They've got the burger.. and it's really awesome (and typically cooked perfectly, I've had it a few times). They've got fancy more expensive food, and that's awesome too. We live in the neighborhood and were psyched to find out that it's living up to expectations. We just hope it catches on enough to stick around for awhile.. part of that is just that people don't know about it and it's a little off the beaten track.. Being Dennis Hewlett's new place (he's known for the P.O.P.E., also great in that divey with great beer kind of way), I'm guessing he's waiting for word of mouth to spread. And to the guy who posted the review about the burger not being cooked enough for you.. why wouldn't you just explain it to them and ask for a new one? I mean, they're pretty awesome and I'm sure they'd have made you a new burg. It wasn't like there was anything wrong with it.. Just relax buddy. No need to rip on the reputation by Yelping about it. read more

Came here for the first time with friends on a Saturday night for dinner. I had passed by the outside a bunch and always thought it looked cute. It has a cool atmosphere inside (decorated a bit for Halloween!), but had poor lighting I will say. The food however was delicious!! I had White Fish over a Spinach Risotto and an "autumn spiced" beer that I wish I remembered the name of!! Everyone else loved their meals as well and I would definitely come back to chill at the bar and try more of their cocktails read more

I was out with my boyfriend in the city and needed to get out from the cold. We ended up ordering a ruben and we both ordered the cinnamon teas. The food was amazing but the service was horrible. The bar was empty besides a few others and we were taking our time and curling up to one another. The waitress served us and quickly pushed us of the door into the door without letting us enjoy our meal. No matter how good the food is when you're unable to enjoy a quiet evening with the person you love it completely destroys any respect I have for a bar that prides itself on atmosphere. I suppose next time we'll act like an Amish couple and sit across the table staring at one another showing no affection what so ever. If you're a couple looking for a romantic night, avoid this place. You'll only get 15 minutes. read more

Small, intimate hidden treasure in Northern Liberties that we found on Yelp on our way to The Painted Bride. So many great food choices in this area, and this one is definitely right up there with the best! First off, the service was quick and attentive. It was hard to choose, but we settled on the Bardot Burger, the fried Brussels sprouts (with bacon) and the Thai Chili wings. Everything was delicious! You need to make it your business to visit this place, you'll be happy you did! read more

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Three and a half stars and three words: brunch happy hour. What an amazing idea. We got to Bardot Cafe on the earlier side of brunch (11am) and enjoyed three rounds of $5 Bloody Marys. Five dollars! And they were quality Bloody Marys, too. Not too tomato-ey or spicy, just the perfect mix. The food: super rich, which I think would be good for hangovers. Since we were catching up on our drinking that morning, it just left me feeling a bit greasy and lethargic. My favorite was the pork belly biscuit, which was decadent and delicious. I would not recommend the octopus. read more

I'm in fear and loathing of having to write a positive review for this place. I simply do not want other people to find out how wonderful it is. Unfortunately, I have to. I've visited on several occasions late at night for Drinks. The cocktails are creative, well crafted, and most importantly delicious. The staff is friendly and attentive without being overbearing. The Decour is fresh and new but not overtly modern, giving it a great old world feel. I have yet to make it in for a meal here but I look forward to the experience. Also of note, there are two numbered pieces of art on the wall here. They are by Ralph Steadman who is also one of my personal favorite illustrators. His style is a bit different but it fits well in this bar. read more

Bardot Cafe is so super sexy! Definitely put it very high on your list for a date-night! I kept looking around at the velvet paisley wallpaper, ornate lighting fixtures, beveled mirrors, and all of the twinkling candles! There were so very many! Oh, and of course you will get your fill of photos of that blonde bombshell the place is named after too! This place has all the cozy, intimate vibes. Ambiance on point 1,000%. We came here with a group of 6 women on a Friday at 7pm. We made reservations but the place was fairly empty when we arrived. After tasting what Bardot had to offer I couldn't imagine why. Our oh so adorable and handsome waiter (can't remember his name) was very attentive and extremely helpful while I looked over the menu. I had so many questions regarding ingredients and what he didn't know off the top of his head, he found out immediately for me from the kitchen. They actually made a few dishes especially for me and my veg ways! I mean, they really went above and beyond to cater to my dietary needs as their menu normally isn't very vegan friendly. Vegetarian yes, vegan, no, but don't let that stop you. Simple ask! I indulged in the sprouts, Bardot salad as well as the beets, and some frites which were all made dairy free, just for me!! All were tasty, but I remember the golden beets being exceptionally good. All of the ladies in our party enjoyed every dish they had. I'm pretty sure our table ordered and split one of each item on the menu....Charcuterie, lamb burger, wild mushroom risotto, sea bass and coulette steak were a few I remembered. Lost of "oohing & ahhhing" from our party. I do notice some changes to the menu. Perhaps they change out a few items seasonally? Cocktails were very creative, strong and extremely reasonably priced! I first tasted the 'Lola' which was vodka, cherry, lime, ginger beer and rhubarb bitters. Very good! I then had a 'Little Solider' which was napoleon armagnac, apricot shrub, prosecco, citrus. I would recommend either for a lover of sweeter cocktails, but 'Lola' was a favorite. Man, do I love a cocktail with shrubs and bitters! It's really a sweet little spot on a quaint side street in Northern Liberties. Parking was as you would expect it to be in the area so leave a little time beforehand if you have reservation or just Uber it. I kept thinking how much I wanted to bring my husband back as this spot is pretty darn romantic. Perhaps we will try the happy hour one of these days. It's Sun-Fri 5-7pm with $5 bar snacks, $1 off house wine, $1 off well drinks and 1/2 off all beer! Highly recommend especially for couples! Fab Philly Mom says: you're not going to want the kiddos here with you. Maybe for brunch, definitely not at night. read more

I love this place hard. Especially for brunch. Next for cocktails, but also for dinner. There are so many wonderful reviews for this spot and I'm going to say many of the same things: great space, great staff, great menu, and and great cocktails. Such a lovely, tucked away NoLibs spot that I hope they stay here for a very long time. One menu item I have to call out is their Eggs Benedict. The most perfect poached eggs I've had anywhere in Philadelphia and wonderful, fresh, rich and lemony Hollandaise. In a neighborhood of great brunch spots this is one you need to check out (plus, no wait!). read more

Was visiting Philly for the weekend and this place was a few blocks from our AirBnB. Surprisingly, brunch on a Sunday was pretty empty, but who am I to complain! The dishes were pretty standard New American fare, but delicious overall and definitely good sized portions. There were some classic and also unique cocktails on the menu and a solid draft list that had me trying a bit from both sides of the drinks menu. The decor was really unique, sort of a vintage-punk-eclectic vibe with some really neat chandeliers (a giant octopus!) that made it one of those places you can be happy to just sit and look around the entire time you're there. Our waitress was extremely friendly and a pleasure to have - if I lived anywhere nearby I'd be here all the time. read more

Nothing bad or super great about this place. Had some drinks and they were just okay - nothing out of this world. There werent many people considering it was a Friday night. read more

I came here for a quick drink with my pookie. The place is really dark, but charming in its own way. Our drinks were just okay and their selection of local beers left a lot to be desired. Furthermore, the bartenders were ehhhhh. They didn't seem too interested in chatting. The prices are generally good, happy hour didn't seem like much of a deal, though. Overall, this place is just a mediocre bar where a lot of local go, but nothing too interesting. read more

Great Bartenders who make Great Drinks; Great Happy Hour, Good Food, Good Location... can you tell Im a local? Depending on what you are looking for there is no reason not to stop in have a drink, some cheese curds and play your favorite song on the juke box. Have a glass of wine on tap and the salmon for dinner or a "waltz into the darkness" before you head out of the neighborhood to try a new place! Bardot has everything covered! read more

Local pub that we love dearly. Good food, great drinks. Matt's the best - hands down.

The beer list is excellent and the cocktails are finely crafted. The menu/food on the other hand might just be the best value in the city. I used to confidently give that crown to The Good King Tavern, but Bardot's flavors and textures assuredly approached me from behind, embraced me, caressed, and softly kissed the nape of my neck. When it comes to price point these are the best plates around. Like others mentioned, it's very dimly lit and sexy. The feel of this place is lovely. If Emmanuelle and Torst (BK... most amazing beer bar in the solar system?) mated, Bardot would be their 3rd love child. (Definitely leaning closer to that of her mother's image) Bottom line... Bardot is a fucking superstar. Go here. PS - The chicken liver mouse is amazing. Like possibly maybe (yes, a blatant Bjork reference) the best I've ever. read more

Best cocktails in NoLibs/Fishtown/Kensington. I would go far as to say they are on par with what you would get at Franklin Mortgage or any of the other high-end Center City cocktail bars, and they are literally about $5 less per drink (most of their drinks are $9-12). They also have a dark little nook with two victorian couches that is a great place to get cozy with a date. Highly recommended. But if you see me come in, GTFO I want my corner! read more

Definitely my favorite bar in town. Their happy hour can't be beat- 50% off beers, including growler fill ups, and food specials between 5:00 and 7:00 and week nights. Their food is delicious, bar tenders are friendly and outdoor seating is a plus. read more

Stopped in a few times while housesitting around the block and became an instant favorite. The atmosphere is real chill (at least, it was the few times I was in), dim lit, nice selection of beer on tap, and friendly staff. Def pop in for happy hour if you're in the area. read more

Gorgeous room, delicious food, well curated draught list. Nice smallplates set up. Had two tartines and two small plates. The Tartines are 'deconstructed', so could just as easily been named "meat dips with bread", but I think tartine sounds prettier and the deconstructed allowed me to put as much meat dip as I wanted on the bread! Chicken liver mousse tartine: Good mousse, but entirely elevated by the pickled carrots Steak tartare tartine: Absolutely delicious, and don't even like steak tartare. Shrimp: three heads on shrimp that were prefectly tasty Cheese course: Jasper hills, cowgirl creamery, and I forget the last one, but all were nicely ripened with an appropriate accompaniment. I hope it stays around! read more

I've been to Bardot a couple of times now and I really like this place. It's dark & candlelit with a good beer & wine list (including a few wines on tap) and well made cocktails. Service has always been great. This may be due to the fact that the place is usually not very busy, which is a shame. The food is very good. The octopus was melt in your mouth tender. My eggs en cocotte were comforting and hearty, exactly what I was looking for on a cold January night. They came with tender pork, tomato & feta. I ate the entire delicious thing. The prices are higher than the more gastopub-y places in the area, but the prices accurately reflect the type of food that is being served. They were playing Bjork and have a big Adam Walacavage chandelier in the dining area. Solid food & drinks. Great spot. read more

My boyfriend and I love coming here. It has a dive bar feel, but the food is amazing. The wings are the best we've ever had in our lives! We usually get buffalo and General tsao's (my personal favorite). We've also ordered hummus, scallops, the quesadilla, Brussels sprouts, and the beet salad. It was all great. We also love their $4 Black Russian drink. Definitely would recommend - you won't be disappointed! read more

First timer to Bardot and loved it - had the Octopus, Rabbit, Cauliflower and Bardot burger. Everything came out on time and was super delicious (Fries were ridiculous as well). Also. If you are looking for a nice cocktail - try the weekender. Highly recommended! read more

My cousin chose this place for his birthday dinner. He previously went here on a date and loved it. He recommended we try the steak. It came with a nice cut up steak, potato salad and two corn on the cob! I'm a "well done" steak type of a guy, so in not into the mediums or the rares ( nothing should be bleeding) . The ambiance was amazing, this place is kind of hidden, not too many people know about it. The staff was wonderful enough to reserved my table without an actual reservation and even held a cake for me before we showed up. The drinks were STRONG ! Just how I like it ! Overall, not an expensive place if you want a great experience b read more

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My second time eating here, I cant get over the French inspired menu. The mix of flavors on some of the dishes are amazing. I had the scallop special, scallop, in-house smoked bacon, and an apple-brussel sprout salad. A true manage-a-trois of flavors. Bridget Bardot herself would have eaten here. The beer/wine list compliments the menu with strong flavors and high %s. I recommend the Devil's Dancer. They have a very attentive and friendly wait staff. A great bar selection with cocktails that are assembled with the artistry and skill of the finest cocktail bars in Philadelphia. I highly recommend Bardot Cafe for any occasion, a first date, anniversary, or a regular Tuesday afternoon dinner. I will come back for brunch... Oh yes I will. read more

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Lovely. Great service, great vibe, and great physical building. Um, and these were the POPE owners? Awesome work. The beer menu was intriguing enough to keep me ordering, and the cocktail menu looked great too. Although I could not tell from the menu description, the house-made pastrami made the reuben an obvious choice. Great meal, over. Succulent and thirst-quenching. Exactly what I want in a gastropub. Standard Tap? Your monopoly on Northern Liberties--at least to me--may be over. read more

Haven't tried the cocktails or the octopus That everyone raves about but five stars go to this: The service The vibe/atmosphere But most importantly --- THE BURGER. So juicy, the meat doesn't make you feel terrible after, and it is cooked to perfection and EXPLODING with flavor. As a foodie, this burger is very simple but something that really stands out. Just get it. Seriously.' read more

My boyfriend and I had a great experience at Bardot Café last night! We frequent the fishtown/nolibs/kensington area quite often, and I am always interested in trying new places to eat and drink. Last night we decided to go out for a late dinner and had Kraftwork in mind. When we got into the area, I mentioned to my boyfriend that I had passed Bardot Café a few weeks ago and thought it was cute, leading me to check yelp and notice its great reviews. After a little convincing on my part, we ended up here. When we walked inside, the vibe was dark and romantic, with candles everywhere that illuminated the French-style tin bar ceiling. We chose a seat near the bar and our server promptly took our drink order. I started with the "Shoot the Piano Player" cocktail (napoleon armagnac, citrus, pear, prosecco). My boyfriend ordered the double IPA on tap. My drink was pretty good- a bit on the sweet side but overall enjoyable. For dinner, I ordered the pork shoulder sandwich with fries. The pork sandwich was out of this world! The flavor profile was spot on- sweet, spicy, sour and salty. Perfect texture of the pork and bread- plus the red cabbage added a nice crunch. The fries were perfectly thin and crisp and paired perfectly with the red pepper aioli. I just finished the second half of my sandwich for lunch- it was amazing cold too! My boyfriend had the spaghetti noir- He absolutely loved it. I tried a bite and was equally impressed. You could tell it was all homemade. I decided to try another drink - the Lola (vodka, pear, ginger beer, lime, cranberry bitters). This drink was, again, nothing I would shout from the mountain top about. It tasted like a well vodka cranberry. Overall I loved this place. Good vibes, great food and service, decent drinks. I will definitely be back! read more

I've been to Bardot many times and enjoy it. Recent dinner was decent but I was disappointed with the chicken sandwich. The flavor was good but the chicken was so small, it only covered 1/3 of the bun. Most of the sandwich was just bread. It was like they put 1 small chicken tender inside. Not sure if that's the norm or what but it was a bit ridiculous. Please work on your chicken sandwich portion Bardot! read more

great spot ! i had a last minute birthday gathering here, about 20 people and we were accommodated with zero issues. we got free range of the area near the pool table and had a server but kind of ordered from the bar as well most were drinking but i ordered food - the risotto was my favorite ! mac and cheese, salad annnd i forget what else but it was all good and came out super quick read more

Cozy bar around the corner of Poplar and 5th in NoLibs. Authentic French cuisine with excellent house reds and good whisky/bourbon selection. They age their own cocktails as well. Been here multiple times. Simple organized menu. Pomme frites are to die for. The Sherry glazed pork belly melts in your mouth. Their artisanal cheese plate always has some excellent cheeses. The Bardot burger definitely has a nice French twist to it. Very disappointed that the Arctic char came off the menu. Desserts are pretty good and inventive. Cherry Panna Cotta is a new addition which is definitely a spring dessert. Check it out!!! Parking can be a pain though. read more

We reserved a table for 10 people yesterday for brunch, and it was absolutely an amazing experience for us! The price was fair and the service was great! Food was delicious and pretty! Me and my friends had tons of fun dining at Bardot cafe, took lots of pics in and out of the restaurant. It was classic! Love it. Def coming back. read more

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I'd like to say I've become a regular here. The bar area is great with good beers on tap and very friendly bartenders. What makes this place get 5 stars is their brunch. I've been here every Sunday for the past 4 weeks now and keep coming back because every meal there is fantastic. First time I was there for brunch I got the Cinnamon Raison French Toast. Amazing and such a huge portion. The maple marzipan is what made it so great. Next week was when I got the Classic Breakfast. Classic, simple, delicious. Then is was the Pork Belly Biscuit. My god that was the perfect meal and the perfect amount of food. Make sure you get everything in each bite. Come before 1 and you get $5 brunch cocktails. read more

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Excellent food and excellent service!! Really Good cocktails & dinner menu and the brunch is delicious. I had the mushroom omelette and it was one of the best I've ever had. Will definitely be going back. read more

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Great neighborhood bar that has really changed over the past couple of years. Used to be more of a stuffy brunch/dinner type restaurant but has now adopted more of a local upscale neighborhood feel (in a good way). Great food and cocktails. Always a really unique beer list with drafts that I haven't seen anywhere else. Highly recommend taco tuesdays. read more

Six small wings for $10? When asked if this was the half size order due to the small portion amount, a cook came out to the bar slamming down a single wing to complete a grand total of seven small wings for $10. Thanks for the generosity guys! read more

Atrocious service! The food is nothing to write home about either. The only draw is the outdoor seating area. Save your money, and go to a different restaurant. Very disappointing! read more

Came here 2x this past weekend! Once at night for drinks and then the following morning for brunch. At night its a really nice chill ambiance. We sat at the bar with very friendly bartenders and ordered wine and dirty martinis. Drinks were good. Next morning we all had bloody marys which were really good with an awesome presentation. For my breakfast I ordered the lamb omelet, it was amazing and I really liked that its not salty. My options were very limited because it was passover. My cousin ordered the mushroom omelet and said it was amazing. This is a great local bar "hole in a wall" and its very enjoyable. Coming back here for dinner in the near future. read more

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Just moved to the neighborhood & this is our new go to local bar. LOVE the vibe and HH specials. Great beer selection and amazing food.

Staff was incredibly obnoxious. Came here with a friend on a quiet evening, only to have the bartender (or whoever it was) behind the counter cursing, being loud, and slamming his fist on the table. Someone's got problems. There are a few other Yelp reviews mentioning issues with Bardot's staff. It's a shame because there are so many over-crowded places in NoLibs and in the city, and this location is a bit more low-key. See ya! read more