I don't say this lightly: Bis on Main is my favorite spot in Bellevue. Let's start with Jason at the bar. He's the kind of bartender every place wishes they had--remembers your name, makes you feel like a regular, and his espresso martini? Next level. Chef Sal does not miss. I've had the vegetarian lasagna, garlic chicken, ahi tuna--every single dish is consistently excellent. This is one of those rare places where you can order anything and know it'll be good. Pro tip: don't skip happy hour (the burgers are legit), and if you're there for brunch or lunch, get the lobster roll. Best in Bellevue. Great food, great people, zero misses. That's why we keep coming back. read more

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Some friends of ours love this place and invited us to join them for dinner! It was "ok" as the stars indicate. Certainly not worth writing home about. The best part of our meal were the crispy shrimp appetizer! They were delicious and the way they were prepared made them a great texture. The fish dish I had was the special of the evening and while the fish was good, it was overall kind of underwhelming as a dish. For what you get, it's way over priced. Yes, I realize it's in old town bellevue, but geez. They do have a good selection of wine and the staff were great, so that is a bonus! read more

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Cute little place with a French bistro flair with white table cloths, male waiters in black wearing white aprons, and nice artwork throughout the restaurant. A nice wine selection and an uncomplicated single page menu. For starters we selected the escargot and the steak tartare. Aside from the escargot served scalding hot (literally) served in a garlic butter sauce - both were really very good. Entrees included the Penn Cove Muscles served with fries (yes, French fries), and Cassoulet, which is duck with lamb sausage. Both were delicious but not mic drop worth. We enjoyed the meal with a bottle of Pinot Grigio that paired well with the meal. Would recommend as a nice date night or special occasion place in the more quiet part of the Bellevue night scene. read more

Just updating this review 5 years later! Still spectacular. Every time I come in I am tempted to get something other than the crispy garlic chicken... but it's just so good. Maybe try two items and share entrees with who you came with, but definitely make sure one of them is the crispy garlic chicken! Also got the crab cakes and French onion soup and both were fantastic!!! Our server was really nice and he recognized all the regulars that came into the restaurant! He made sure to make everyone feel welcomed and at home. The ambiance is white table clothes and it's a quieter, but still bustling place! Parking is easy in the back and sometimes free self parking and sometimes $8 valet. read more

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A nice brunch for restaurant week sitting in a sunny window. The ambiance is spot on. The detail of linens on the table, fresh flowers and the pretty decor makes this restaurant a jewel. The brunch was delicious and the waitstaff was cheerful. I've been to this restaurant for lunch, dinner and now today for brunch. The parking in the backlot is so appreciated and I'll be back. read more

Bis on Main - Farmer's breakfast - New American Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

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Went during SRW and had their SRW dinner menu. 1st course: choice of French Onion Soup or Crispy Prawns. We had one of each so we got to try them both. French Onion Soup was good. Nothing to rave about. Crispy Prawns - 2 prawns, grand marnier glaze, aleppo pepper - what a teaser! Overall a good dish and if they have this on their regular menu (and more prawns), I would order this again. 2nd course: choice of Cassoulet, Trout Almandine, or Braised Short Ribs My companion ordered Braised Short Ribs - braising greens, cipollini onions, mashed potatoes. Shrot ribs were tender and overall the dish was flavorful. I ordered the Trout Almandine but what came to our table was Cassoulet. When the server realized the mistake, an order for Trout Almandine was placed and the Cassoulet was left on our table while I wait for the trout. So we got to taste the Cassoulet. Cassoulet - duck confit, lamb, sausage, pork, white beans, breadcrumbs - it was good but glad I did not order it. It was too rich for me. Trout Almandine - haricot verts, shallot, fingerling potatoes - I actually like this dish more than the Braised Short Ribs. Buttery (a bit too buttery), but the trout was cooked nicely. 3rd course: choice of Brioche Bread Pudding or Chocolate Mousse Chocolate Mousse - amerena cherries, chocolate chips, whipped cream - it was ok. Brioche Bread Pudding - berries/white chocolate, caramel, whipped cream - between the two, I liked this dessert better, but I've had better bread pudding elsewhere. Service was good. They were very busy considering it was a weeknight but maybe because of SRW. Parking around this are is hard, but they offer valet parking for $8. read more

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Went here during Seattle Restaurant Week and had their brunch (ends at 2 pm). The brunch special is 3 course: drinks (mimosa/coffee), beignet, and entree (chicken sandwich, quiche, or french toast). I had the mimosa, quite sparkling as I prefer it. The beignet came out and was good, had a spread on the side. The main star(s) of the show was the sandwich and the french toast. I preferred the chicken sandwich more as it had a unique and delicious after taste. The french toast was good, but wasn't as memorable as the sandwich. The service was very attentive and came in to check on my table. Along with their great service, they were accommodating to me being late to my RSVP. read more

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My inlaws live in Aegis of Bellevue. One day they escaped and went around the corner to Bis. These people have dementia and were both using walkers. Bis proceeded to serve them a $125 lunch and then they sent my mother in law "home" to get her purse because they had no cash or credit cards. They kept my father in law there to make sure they got paid. My mother in law got lost and the gas station down the block called 911 to help her. Bis should have handled this better. The special was rissoto. read more

This is fine dining in Bellevue and it's a cozy spot on Main Street so it's got the usual vibe in bellevue. It was holiday time and what a feeling of Xmas here. We had. A group of 8 and we had a great time. They didn't have a signature daiquiri so don't how the bartender does on that classic. But the Negroni was nice. They have a large selection of Pacific Northwest cuisine. I had their interpretation of a bouillabaisse which was rich a flavorful. There's complementary parking in the back which is very convenient. Overall a good spot for a business dinner :-) read more

For starters, love the fact that they have valet parking! Huge bonus for me! Our lunch reservations were for midweek at noon and when we arrived, the restaurant was packed. The menu is most impressive with something for everyone. At our table, an order of the wagyu meatloaf was ordered, the butternut squash bisque (probably the best soup I have ever had) and the farrow salad with kale, goat cheese and dried cranberries. The soup and salad also arrived with a warm breadbasket. The hostess as well as our waitress were awesome and so attentive. We just had the nicest meal today! Additionally, my mom had been given a gift certificate about 5 years ago and had misplaced it during a move. She came across it and brought it to the restaurant and she was so happy that they allowed her to use it towards our lunch! Good job Bis! read more

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To get this review rolling I arrived late, par for the course really but helps with the entrance and honestly you get to see how a staff responds. Bis on Main wait staff were very good all around and that really makes or breaks a place. I've eaten here twice and both times the service was very good, professional and polite, all be it a bit stiff but I can't complain. The general ambiance is cozy and more intimate, this is a great place for a dinner date or special occasion for two. In my case we had way more than two but it worked out well. You can easily bring 6-8 people if you call ahead. Food - pretty top notch, the rib eye was very tasty, spot on medium rare. The salad was good, not the best I've had but still solid. The charcuterie board was nice, could have been a bit more generous on the cheeses but still tasty. Wine selection is reasonable although there are no "value choices". It's $16-$27 dollars per glass.... That's right per glass. I do think any restaurant should have a nice house red for less than $10 per glass. I get it, restaurants make a lot of money on alcohol but the meal is also not cheap so cut a guy a break. We did crack open an Opus One so you know I was suffering but still. All in all, Bis on Main is a great choice for a dinner date, special occasion or business dinner. Pocket book will thank you if you keep it to just a few times a year though! Expect higher end quality and service in the end. read more

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So my husband has been eyeing this place for a while especially when he found out that the chef from the barking frog was the owner of this place (this isn't a new place just under new ownership) Unfortunately when you initially walk in there is that old building smell, which you eventually get nose blind(ish) to. We came in for brunch and were immediately seated, the welcome was very warm and attentive. I love that they had chicken sausage which I don't always find on their menu and the menu itself was fairly typical to most breakfast menus. So let's talk food Beignets 4/5 lovely pastries a little heavy handed on the sugar, it came with chocolate syrup and huckleberry cream cheese. I will always be a proponent of chocolate sauce and not syrups, I get it it's more expensive but alas Steak and eggs 3/5 a few things here the cook was great but the steak absolutely needed more of a sear, and the potatoes had no place being on that place without getting more crunch, hollandaise and eggs were fine but over all a lack luster dish Farmers Breakfast 3/5 same issue with the potatoes, we did sub bread for biscuit which was yummy, the components were fine they were just missing something extra and with the price point expected of a restaurant in Bellevue and an ex chef of a woodinville favorite we expected more There are quite a few breakfast places I'd have enjoyed more is what it comes down to. I hope they keep adjusting the menu until they get it right and we'd be more than happy to come back! read more

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Went for brunch, food quality and service is great, restaurant is quiet, but just a little on the expensive side. read more

Bis on Main - Lobster roll ($39) - New American Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

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Excellent meal this evening! I had the halibut cheeks special which was an excellent dish-a bit too much garnish but clearing that away it was amazing to eat. I started with the seared foie gras which was a gorgeous plate-would've been perfect with more of the sweet sauce to balance the dish. Service was friendly and prompt. We did end up not getting a side we ordered but that was ok and was corrected on the bill. Bis has kept the casual vibe-lively but not too loud. The valet parking is great - adding $8 for it seems amazing but gratuitous but it is a tough neighborhood to park. read more

Awesome place to meet up with old friends and eat some amazing food. Chef Bobby has always gone above and beyond. The service staff know what they are doing and will know how to read the table. If you are looking for exceptional service, wine/cocktails and food ..... this is the place read more

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Our experience was beyond amazing, from the service to ambiance to the food. Thank you, Chef Bobby, for all of your wonderful recommendations! read more

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Still amazing food and top notch service, Mikayla is the best! Everything was presented beautifully and tasted so good! Chef Bobby really has done something great with Bis. My favorite Bellevue restaurant hands down! read more

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The evening we spent at Bis On Main was definitely a five-star evening. We started with a drink at the lively bar and Jason created some wonderful drinks for my fiancé. They have an amazing selection of the finest whiskeys and superb wines and at the best prices we've found in town. Then we ordered some fantastic foods suggested by the staff and the owners stopped by to introduce themselves to us. How often does that happen in today's selections of fine dining establishments. The place had an uplifting vibe. We will definitely be going back the next time we are in Bellevue. Why this isn't recommended as one of the top 10 restaurants on every list is a mystery. read more

The food was worst than cafeteria or dorm food. We ordered simple breakfast, eggs, bacon and it came with potatoes from yesterday or last week. Soft scrambled eggs were scrambled hard. Bacon was a glob, from being deep fried! I was appalled for spending $29. On garbage! I've heard so many good things about this place I was excited being my first time. BRUNCH IS NOT YOUR THING, stick to what is good and not terrible! Server Jordan was decent, he knew we were not happy. read more

Bis on Main - New American Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

Updated to a 1 star. The place is a joke now. The change of hands with new owners have ruined it. Food and everything has lost its magic, charm, and sense of nostalgia. The owner seems to harrass anyone leaving a bad review or honest feedback too--many of them, my friends that I agree with in experience (originally protested their thoughts/feelings prior to my own followup) were warning me of this beforehand. Sad. Just sad. read more

Over priced menu with mostly flavorless food. Old school "high end" should learn what seasoning is. Service was good and hence two stars. read more

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Yelp took this down the first time, said I wasn't actually there!? Included a photo of the receipt. The service at the bar was great but the food was less than great, and eye wateringly expensive. Martini, app, main course and a bottle of wine ($50) was $183.00. I had the Cassoulet and it was brown, basically all brown. And it was kinda salty. It seemed like chef had some leftover ingredients and decided to cook the crap out of it, throw in some (formerly) white beans, and add some breadcrumbs to the top. I ate about half of it. Wasn't ever asked if I liked it or not. I'm from out of town but have to return to this area frequently, but won't be eating here again. read more

Bis on Main - receipt - New American Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

If you have been a fan of the Barking Frog in Woodinville, over the years, you are familiar with the quality Chef Bobby Moore puts out. Bis on Main - an institution in Bellevue, was acquired by Moore a few years ago as his new venture. It's a banger! We stopped by today, and were welcomed as walk-ins for brunch. The restaurant is very comfortable, double-white linens and classic white tableware, but still totally casual. Staff were attentive but not lurking, and waters and coffees always topped off. Brunch had a reasonable offering - I would say prices a little above normal (like eggs Benny at $29 vs $20) but add-ons a bit high (sub crab cake Benny +$18). But the quality was perfect and I'm willing to pay for that. Exceptional whole grain English muffin, perfectly poached eggs, and maybe the best crab cakes I've had in the last 10 years? Not drowning in hollandaise, but I would say, dressed perfectly. The beignets, just like at the Frog, are phenomenal - hot, pillowy and sugared, served with marionberry cream cheese and a warm dark chocolate sauce. Definitely will remember to come back to try the other menus. read more

Bis on Main - Beignets - New American Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

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It's always a pleasure to be at this place--whether it's for breakfast in the morning, lunch, or dinner. The staff is well-trained and provides a high level of service. We often see the owner personally present, supervising the staff and engaging with guests. We highly recommend this spot--it's one of our favorites in Old Bellevue. read more

Bis on Main - It's very pleasant to sit outside at this place. The small tables are perfect for two, with a beautiful view of Old Bellevue Street. - New American Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

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Unfortunately this placed missed the mark for me. I got the black cod which was not crusted with miso but instead topped with raw ginger (as seen alongside your sushi)! The fish was cooked well but that's really the extent of the enjoyableness of that dish. The hubs got the pork chop which was cooked well but the flavor profile wasn't that great. Overall pricey and disappointing meal. read more

Came here for happy hour- had an old fashion, wagu burger and fried chicken burger. All 3 were great. Service was excellent. Would come again. read more

The service was very poor. After we were seated and our server came to our table and asked to take our order, we asked her for a few minutes to look at the menu. We were then ignored for 10 or 15 minutes. When the server did come back, we ordered a drink. It then didn't arrive for quite a while. We finally asked person cleaning a table to get our waitress and find our drink. When we finally got her attention. The drink arrived very promptly, suggesting that I've been sitting on the bar for a while. Our food also took a while to arrive and it took a while to get a cappuccino. People who arrived after we did were served promptly. The food tasted good, but the service was terrible. We have enjoyed Bis over the years. My husband doesn't want to return. I wrote to the restaurant on the email provided on their website about our experience. And I have not received a response. read more

I have lived in the Bellevue area for many years and I still think the crispy chicken is one of the best dishes in town! We had amazing service combined with great food celebrating my birthday today. read more

Bis on Main - Worlds best crispy garlic chicken - New American Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

Tonight we went to Bis on Main in Old Bellevue and what a treat. we arrived a little early and were seated right away. it was a little quiet when we started and we got the chance to talk to our server and she explained the menu, and we ordered out meal. 3 of the Crispy Garlic Chicken and one order of the black Cod. we each had an oyster and then two of us had the lentil and Andouille sausage soup. the souple was rich and hard and super delicious. The meals came and it was awesome how much chicken was on the plate. As described the chicken was. moist and full of flaver, mashed potatoes velvety and smooth and delicous green beans. The Blasck Cod was equally as delicous and i even had encough chicken to take some home for lunch tomorrow. We shared two desserts and they were both delicious. Wondeerful experience a definite winner. read more

Bis on Main - Apple Crisp and Creme Brulee - New American Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

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I've eaten here before and had a positive experience so decided to consider this place for our rehearsal dinner since many guests were staying in downtown Bellevue. We looked at a ton of places and ultimately agreed on Bis on Main. This place checked a lot of boxes. We liked their versatile menu that was bound to be a crowd pleaser, their full bar and wide selection of wines, the classy and romantic atmosphere, and their private back room that could seat up to 38 guests. It has doors that can close if giving speeches or needing privacy. I just want to say that Bis on Main did an AMAZING job. Beforehand, the manager helped me create a set menu with 2 choices for salad, 4 entrees, 3 desserts, and a preselected red and white wine (beer and cocktails were available through a full bar). On the day of, the waitresses were so attentive to us and our guests. The service was honestly exceptional. Guests never had empty drinks because they were so on top of it. Food orders were taken swiftly and the food came out pretty close to the same time. The food was also excellent. So many guests came up to us both during and after and mentioned how delicious everything was. Most people ordered the Caesar salad but I got the mixed greens salad which was great too. Favorites were the miso cod and the steak. Both cooked to perfection. The desserts were quite large for each person to eat one, and we probably could have forgone those or shared, but honestly were apart of the set menu we had made and were still quite good. We had no trouble meeting the minimum ($3200) with 36 guests. Tl;dr: HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend coming here for hosting your next private event. A bit pricy, but so worth it for a good experience. Classy ambiance, top notch service, and excellent food and wine. read more

Always a great time at Bis! Jason is the best! Never had a bad meal here, and especially since the remodel the vibe inside is very relaxed. Keep it up! :) Tip - use their valet! $8 and SO worth not having to find parking, especially during the weekend. read more

Bis on Main - Steak tartare. - New American Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

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We went after the lunch hour and the food was absolutely delicious! They gave us a different menu since it wasn't lunch time, but everything we tried was excellent. The service was lovely and the ambiance was really nice and relaxed. The prices are also very reasonable for the quality. I definitely want to go back to try the other menus because the food was so good! read more

Brunch at Bis on Main - who knew! I wish I'd known sooner. A great menu that spans breakfast, brunch, and lunch, there is something for everyone. I had the avocado toast and added poached eggs. Seriously good. We shared beignets to finish. They were great! A lovely place for a relaxed and enjoyable weekend brunch. read more

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Parking - on the street was easy. Service - it was amazing. Constant follow up and food did come out fast and good. Dinner ... Fries - amazing and crunchy. The truffle mayo was a great option. Escargot - there was actually 2 in each slot and they were decent sizes. I didn't care for the small breads that came with it as it was too hard or toasted. Miso Cod - cooked to perfection and the black rice was a great compliment. Bolognese - great tasting and the noodles were perfectly cooked. All in all, I'd go back. Bonus the owner is from Hawaii! read more

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We walked in for last minute dinner and were seated in the bar area. It's a cozy restaurant, casual and charming. We all agreed it would be a good date spot. The service is very good. Our waiter was friendly and knowledgeable. Easy to talk to and left us well-situated. We tried the rigatoni bolognese, crispy chicken, crab cakes, and beet salad. I thought the best dish was the crispy chicken. My friends liked the bolognese most. Everything was good. Along a street of good eateries, this place is a gem. read more

Bis on Main - Rigatoni Bolognese and Crispy Garlic Chicken - New American Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

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Atmosphere was comfortable and intimate. Food was exceptional. Highly recommend it.

Alright, first time trying after new ownership. Of course you have to try the popular Crispy Garlic Chicken as the promise was to not change much but to improve and add new wrinkles to the menu. It didn't disappoint. But for those that prefer to spend less dollars, this simple but delicious chicken, mash and carrots for $42 might be a bit much, maybe. I would agree that price for this staple is a tad high, but you know, Bellevue, and smack dab in Old Bellevue downtown. I love this combo though, and the chicken was mostly moist, cripsy, slightly garlicy, slightly salty (as it should be). Mash was perfect and I love roasted carrots always! Menu is higher priced, the food for the most part might meet the pricing, but I can see for some it may not. It's a nice quaint experience though. Interior is unchanged, and place gets decently busy after 530pm in the winter. During the summer though its busy throughout the day. Great for family get togethers, a date, and some charm to add to it. read more

Bis on Main - Crispy Garlic Chicken - New American Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

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I had a great meal and the service was awesome. order the pork chop or the chicken, and was it down with a glass of Passing Time wine.

I have such mixed feelings about this place. We sat outside, which was cute. Our server was attentive, and the avocado toast was very tasty. Everything was going great until something I ate suddenly made me very ill. My entire meal came back up. I notified staff, but I'm not sure they did anything about it. I hope others don't get sick. Update: I hate giving bad reviews, but I talked with the owner, who tried to convince me I got sick from something I ate the night before, or that I was pregnant, and that it takes hours for food poisoning to present. A simple google search shows it can present as soon as 30 mins, which it did. No reassurances about food safety measures in the kitchen. Note also, I had the poached eggs. Down to 2 stars. read more

Bis on Main - New American Near Me - Bellevue, Washington

We arrived early for dinner on Saturday night. We wanted a nice slow paced dinner and that's exactly what we got. Our server, Mikayla, was attentive, engaging, and personable all while not being pushy or rushing us. All the dishes were perfectly prepared, including the crab cakes, our salads and the salmon special entree. A great server combined with great atmosphere and great food is a trifecta! read more