I don't think I've had a better Pho in the Tampa area, I love a more rich and fatty broth and that's exactly what they serve here. Everything is made to order and the ingredients seem very high quality. BT has been catering to the Tampa Bay Area for decades and I don't see that changing anytime soon! read more

Loved this little boutique type restaurant. Very close to HAAS Salon. Unfortunately.... the food was quite bland.... dissappointing... read more

Bistro BT - Vietnamese Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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Very delicious but definitely paying a south Tampa price. Small in side but very quaint and pretty. Tried a little bit of everything and all the flavors were so nice. read more

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The small bowl of pho was incredibly weak and overpriced. I spent $40 on a cup of beer in a week bowl of pho. The server was incredibly stale. Her energy was as though she had better places she could be at. My sound advice is that you drive one minute down the road to pho 813. Better food, better portions, better energy, and better bang for your buck. read more

When I walked in, I didn't get the warm and fuzzies. My friend was already there so I saw her , and sat down. It's a cozy spot , maybe 8 tables, I didn't count. I wasn't greeted when I walked in but folks who came after me were. I had the lemongrass chicken banh mi, it was ok, it wasn't bad, it just wasn't special. My friend had the pho and liked it. read more

Bistro BT - Chicken banh mi - Vietnamese Near Me - Tampa, Florida

I appreciate the local mom and pop places. And, I know rent is probably high?? . But, man oh man, is it expensive for what you get. Went for dinner (not sure about lunch, may be more reasonable). Ordered the bento box braised beef. Comes in heavy ceramic glorified lunch tray. 4 sections. One had a thin consume soup (think miso soup kind of). One had a rice puck (think hockey puck), the other had ratatouille (chopped eggplant, squash, zucchini, tomatoes (decent portion), there was also a literal tablespoon size section of pickled veggies (carrots, celery, cucumber). Lastly there was the beef. VERY tasty, but olny somewhere between MAYBE 3 to 4 oz tops. Price tag $40!!! Soup and rice lietrally cost pennies to make, veggies, and about 3.5 oz of beef. My date had the salmon which cam same way except instead of the veggies it had string coleslaw. Salmon size about 3oz, maybe 3.5 (seriously). Price $38. OUTRAGEOUS. I won't be going back due to the sticker shock. If I do, I'll try lunch, they probably have some specials. read more

At first, I was a bit surprised to find the restaurant closed at 4 PM, but I later realized they close between lunch and dinner service--a good note for next time. Upon entering, I was immediately impressed by their beautiful herb garden. They have an abundance of rosemary, more than enough to last me a year! I ordered the Beef Pho and was very satisfied. While I personally would have preferred a bit more seasoning, the pho was still delicious. The menu mentions the use of grass-fed beef, and I could definitely taste the difference compared to other Vietnamese restaurants. My fiancée ordered the pork noodle salad, and it was incredibly fresh. It seems the herb garden is really paying off in terms of flavor. The service was also exceptional--attentive, professional, and upbeat. Overall, I had a great experience and look forward to returning. read more

Bistro BT - Vietnamese Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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I've been a huge fan of BT Nguyen ever since I discovered her in Hyde Park Village many moons ago . She ventured on and our community has continued to be deliciously blessed as she opened up three more establishments in the South Tampa area. Bistro BT's interior is designed with minimalism and has a Zen like feeling. It's small yet comfortable. Service is delivered in a simple efficient manner. She serves up French Vietnamese fare with the freshest organic ingredients. Her flavors pop . One can tell that great care has been put in to all that's done in the kitchen. Today , I ordered the Garden Veggie Salad which is loaded with chopped kale, red and green cabbage, radicchio, broccoli, Brussel sprouts, roasted sun flower seeds, dried cranberries, and BT's special poppy seed and sesame vinaigrette. It's a fave of mine. I ordered my daughter the chicken bahn mi, to-go. Unfortunately , I got home and after tasting the sandwich she did not care for it. She normally enjoys a bahn mi. I tried it and we both found it tasteless. I could not pick up on any flavors. It was not eaten. Thank goodness I had leftovers from my lunch. First time in all these years I've had something from there I didn't care for. read more

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Delicious and fresh Vietnamese food located in south Tampa. The restaurant is surrounded by fresh herbs outside and has a nice earthy intimate vibe inside. Service was great and attentive, you can order from the lunch or dinner menu for dinner. I was looking for something fresh, light and healthy and the Rice Vermicelli Salad "Bun" Bowl was PERFECT! I loved my meal and my fiancé had the pho which was scrumptious too. I can't wait to return. read more

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I've been meaning to come here for a while, and the only regret is that I didn't come sooner. The chicken cabbage salad is elite and so delicious. The customer service was nice. Everyone was friendly and overall the interior of the restaurant is cute. It's small. There's a couple tables. It's pretty cozy. read more

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Our first and won't be our last! So so delicious! The spring rolls and chicken lettuce wraps were amazing. The service was so great, all the servers were so nice. The music and ambiance were great, it matched the vibe! Can't wait to come back! read more

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I was disappointed. The summer rolls were great. Fresh light and nice. The Pho was not very good at all. I have had much better at other place. Unfortunately, not a good first experience. read more

Wanted to check out this place. It's close to airport and plenty of parking. Great ambiance. Food is so so for the price. The whole picture cost us $61. If you what authentic Asian food, it's not a place for you. If you have American taste, you can try. The staff is nice. Quaint little place you could try. Not for us. Staff is friendly and restroom was clean. read more

Bistro BT - Shaken beef and Chicken Curry Stew - Vietnamese Near Me - Tampa, Florida

if you're looking for food that warns the soul, or familiar items prepared like you have never tried them, Bistro BT is the place to go. I am in love with every item I've ever tried on the menu, but my favorites are the fresh rolls with the shrimp, the bun bowl which is a noodle and lettuce salad, and the pho. The restaurant is intimate and colorful. The outside of the building is lined with fresh herbs and vegetables that are grown then used in the kitchen, and the inside is lined with jarred spices and herbs. What truly makes the experience is the owner, BT. I was first introduced to Bistro BT by a friend because I was feeling under the weather. I came here and enjoyed a cup of hot tea and a steaming bowl of chicken pho with organic chicken broth and plenty of vitamin-filled greens. The part of this experience that sticks with me is that I really liked the chopsticks I was given and ask the server if he knew where they were from so that I could purchase a pair. That is when the owner, BT, overheard me and went to the kitchen to grab me a clean pair of chopsticks which she gifted me. She then stayed at our table to ask about our dining experience. BT is a wonder person with exceptional culinary skills, and I'm the brief moment I shared with her it became evident that the restaurant is a reflection of her. Over the years the quality of food and service have remained the same in the best way possible. If you choose to order Bistro BT through a food delivery service you will not be disappointed, but if you have the opportunity to dine in, take it. read more

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This place is small but it has a really good atmosphere. We went around 5:30 and it was pretty empty, they open at 5. There is parking in front or on the side. The staff was really nice and food came out fast. I had the fresh rolls with shrimp. For my main entrée I had pho with beef, both dishes were good. I would like to go back and try other dishes. As others have said before it is on the pricey side. read more

Bistro BT - Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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We had so much fun eating and drinking I have no photos of the food. The numerous flavors of margaritas; some of had mojitos. The fresh guacamole and chips made fresh was fantastic. We ordered two. It was our first meal after two days of trail racing and we were so satisfied. read more

BT bistro consistently serves great quality and delicious food. The service is impeccable and the ambience is calm, zen and welcoming. It's our spot for dinner st least once a week. We absolutely love the girls!! Besides the food, they really make the place! read more

Bistro BT is such a great spot. Prices are higher than some other Vietnamese restaurants but totally worth it. All of their ingredients are super fresh and all of the dishes are a perfect flavor explosion. I love the Chicken Chili Salad, it is a huge portion and my favorite thing on the menu. Spring rolls and Rice Vermicelli Bun Salad Bowl are both great shareable choices. We have also enjoyed the Pho and Bento boxes. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu. The atmosphere and service are wonderful. read more

Bistro BT - Rice Vermicelli Bun Salad Bowls - Vietnamese Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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Just discovered Bistro BT even though I've lived near it for a while now and I'm so glad I found it! While their items are on the pricier side, they seem well worth it. I got the pork and pate Banh Mi and it was the best Banh Mi I've ever had. The inside is quaint and quiet and I loved the atmosphere. I looked up BT after and found out there was a To Go version (that I had already been too without realizing it was part of BT) and Restaurant BT, which I'm now so excited to try out! Will definitely be back to Bistro though too. read more

Bistro BT - Pork and Pate Banh Mi - Vietnamese Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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Happened upon this place en route to an appt. so glad we did! We ended up going here for date night. It's very quaint and cozy inside! Everything we got was very tasty. I knew going in that it is not a traditional Asian/Vietnamese restaurant so I knew to manage my expectations. The food was great and the service was just right. They weren't right on top of you but was there if you needed something. The iced ginger tea was so refreshing! My bf said he would just drink their broth the shaken beef was soo goood and flavorful too! read more

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I ordered a pork banh mi to take out. I didn't expect it to be more than triple the price for a banh mi compared to an authentic Vietnamese joint, but I didn't falter at the register because I still wanted a banh mi. Bistro BT's banh mi does not travel well. When I opened my box at home, all of the pickled vegetables fell out of the bun. They did pack an extra little container of other pickled vegetables on the side too. I started to take some bites. This banh mi is super juicy (could be a good thing or a bad thing). Oil dribbled down my chin. The experience wasn't pretty. Good thing I was eating this alone! Overall the taste was alright, just not worth the price point. read more

I have been eating here two times per week since I moved to Tampa a few years ago. I am a fan of all BT's locations. Everything is very fresh! I am also blown away how good and healthful the pho is compared to other pho restaurants. And you never walk away with that over-stuffed pho feeling. 10 stars! read more

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Loved everything about it! Food was tasty and bight quality, service was courtois. Ambiance casual in a simple and cosy décor. read more

Had Chicken Pho and Fresh Shrimp summer rolls which were both very fresh and tasty. Joined for lunch so the bistro was busy both inside and out so I sat at their bar. The staff was very attentive to me and others...I really enjoyed that they recognized their frequent diners! I was alone but felt very comfortable and certainly welcomed. Will dine here again. read more

Food is fresh and great. Beef Pho is tasty, even if not super traditional. Chicken pho did not have as much flavor. Apps are also yummy. Not many tables, so sometimes there is a wait if it is too hot or cold to sit outside, but worth it for casual but nice Vietnamese. read more

Visited for dinner, service was great! Portions are big, we split the curry dish, and got the banana tapioca pudding! I love the ambience, similar to restaurant Bt with the curtains between tables, gives a nice private dining experience, great for date nights! read more

Bistro BT - Monk's Curry Noodle and Veggies - Vietnamese Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Bistro BT is my favorite spot in the area for authentic Vietnamese pho. My husband and I found this gem thanks to our fellow Yelpers and lucky for us, its close to home. Everything we've ordered has been made fresh and you can taste it. The beef tenderloin pho is some of the best pho I've had in years, and the chicken fresh rolls are also a must try. The space is small with sheer curtains separating the tables, plus additional seating outdoors. read more

Bistro BT - Organic Chicken Fresh Rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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I really enjoyed restaurant BT the times I've been there, but bistro BT was a huge disappointment. Went with a group of people - my friend and I who both ordered the monk's curry noodles and veggies for dinner felt nauseous after eating it. I took back my leftovers and when I took a few bites of it a few hours later, I immediately got a headache so it must've been the food that made us feel sick. I wanted to leave a review as I saw another reviewer recently got food poisoning from this place and was dismissed for it, and I think it's important people are aware that food safety might be an issue here. Service was not great either - servers were not friendly and there was some passive aggressiveness? It was subtle but I have not experienced this before. Won't be returning to Bistro BT and now, not sure if I will ever return to Restaurant BT either. Also very overpriced for what you get read more

I dont write reviews normally. I saw a review below about food poisoning, and it really surprised me. I eat here several times a week for years. I am grateful for their healthy and tasty food, and I have NEVER had anything but delicious and healthy meals every time. It is tied for my favorite Tampa Bay restaurant. Also the BT team are gold. Everyone of them shines in their own wonderful way. JB read more

This is one my of all-time favorite "go to's" in Tampa. I eat here regularly, for both take out and eat-in, and it is consistently wonderful. I'm a huge fan of Chef BT and her "Think Global, Eat Local" vibe, and I love each of her offerings. Don't miss Restaurant BT for an elegant, fabulous date night. But when you need a quick "grab and go" nosh or some of the best Pho and fresh rolls in town, BT to Go is Not To Be Missed. read more

I can definitely recommend this restaurant. It's a small restaurant in South Tampa that serves primarily Vietnamese food but other American foods as well. I had the curried chicken with blackened rice, spring rolls and chicken lettuce wraps. Everything was super delicious. The atmosphere and waitstaff were delightful. I can find absolutely nothing wrong with this restaurant and we're so glad to find that is only a mile from my home in South Tampa. read more

BEWARE!! My friend got FOOD POISONING here. Shortly after eating here my friend had stomach cramps, sweats and repeated and violently throwing up. I immediately called the restaurant and spoke to the owner to let her know what happened so no others customers would suffer the same. To my shock she was not even interested to hear, she said it could not happen at her place and did not even as much ask how my friend was doing, but instead took a defensive and combative approach. She told me, and I quote " Have a nice life" and hung up the phone on me. So Nasty Food, Nasty Owner. Not to mention our bill was over $150.00 for soup, salad and tea? My shock was how the owner was so Rude and Flippant as to what happened. BEWARE!! This could happen to you. read more

If you have never had French Vietnamese I know it sounds interesting but it's such an amazing favor journey it's worth the trip. This is another restaurant by the owners of Restaurant BT and it's just as good. Menu is different so don't expect the same items, I always go for the Bun Bowl and ginger prawns. Such amazing flavors and very delightful on a warm day since it's a cold bowl. The duck appetizer is small but fantastic. And you can't come here without getting the addictive Jasmine Tea. Best drink I have ever had. read more

Food here is so good, I always come for the cabbage salad that they make, it's next level!

I absolutely love restaurant BT and BT to go. Of the 3 BT restaurants, id say this one is the worst. All the BT restaurants are higher in price but I'd say most of the time are worth it. The service isn't bad and the ambiance is a sense of clean minimalism. It's cool! There is both indoor and outdoor seating. We went for lunch and orders the bahn mi. It was good but nothing amazing like you'd find at Restaurant BT. I found it hilarious that they charged me for my hot sauce as well. Overall, it was fine to check out but I just wasn't wowed by the place and won't be going back. There are a lot of other restaurants popping up that would be better worth your time in my opinion. read more

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BT Nguyen continues to cook up delicious French-Vietnamese cuisine for Tampa diners! Bistro BT is one of three of BT Nguyen's restaurants in the South Tampa area. This restaurant is a slightly more casual and moderately priced version of Restaurant BT. My husband and I have grabbed lunch here twice. The pho is a little more expensive than other Vietnamese restaurants we have dined at, but worth it since all of the ingredients are super fresh and of high quality. My only complaint was when we were charged extra for asking for more sriracha sauce. A bottle of sriracha costs less than $3... do you really need to charge me more for a condiment? Order the ginger iced tea. It is one of our new favorite drinks! read more

Bistro BT - Beef Tartare Appetizer $16 (Pricey, but tastes amazing!) - Vietnamese Near Me - Tampa, Florida

The BEST Bahn Mi' sandwich ever! Tasted even better after taking other half home and eating it 3 hours later! Beautiful inside just wish it wasn't so loud. You can barely hear the other person sitting across from you. read more

Sophisticated and tasty food. really warm environment! service is inviting and friendly!

The Smoked Duck Bruschetta was fabulous! Great atmosphere and the staff is so sweet and attentive. I would highly recommend 10/10

BT herself is always sweet and to the point with me. I like her style and art in food a lot. I have had the Chili Chicken Salad, and it is to die for (just the right portion). Let's not forget about her Pho- it is warming, tasty enjoyable all year round. Located in the heart of Tampa. Give them a try. read more