Food and drinks were great. No complaints there Our party of 4 was on time but the kitchen was slow. The bill came 1 hour 35 mins after we were seated. After we paid (and tipped 30%), we were abruptly told by the hostess to leave the table and move outside to finish the drinks we had just ordered. We awkwardly gathered our belongings without protest and were rushed outside unassisted, with the other patrons staring at us. As we exited, we heard the server reappear and graciously apologize to the waiting party, offering them champagne. The table outside was set when we arrived but then actively cleared by the busser after we sat down. No one came back to check in. We felt unwelcome and quickly left. It was unnecessarily uncomfortable and put a damper on what was supposed to be a celebratory meal. This was a service failure. I understand the need to turn tables over quickly, but we should have been given at least 5 minutes notice, especially when the kitchen is running behind. Alternatively, the drinks could have been taken off the bill and we could have left outright. Even help moving or any involvement from our server or the manager would have been appreciated, but they were not present. Having had many great experiences at Vicia, I expected more from the take root hospitality group. We'll give Vicia another chance, but I'll be cautious about trying one of their sister restaurants again With the impending closure, this one may have already given up. read more

As an out of town Houstonian, highly recommend. Beautiful restaurant overall with great food and a wonderful vibe. The steak tartare was absolutely amazing. I'd gotten steak the night before so went with the chicken. Very flavorful, juicy & good sauce. Very attentive hostess set the stage for a lovely night. They even provided readers when they overheard one of the people in our party mention having left hers at home. Tables are tiny though so it made shareable plates a little more difficult. I was a bit worried about topping my wine when I reached over - clearly not a show stopper. read more

Bistro La Floraison - Wine Bars Near Me - Clayton, Missouri

We found this place for a nice dinner bite. We saw the prix fixe menu and thought this would be the best way to try many different dishes. I started with the escargots. They were fried so a different cook, but perfect flavor and the black garlic aioli was the perfect match. My fiancé ordered the tuna crust and I almost wish I would've ordered that as well. So fresh and flavorful. For my main I ordered the mussels and he ordered the gnocchi. You really can't go wrong with anything at this place. The food was absolutely phenomenal and the bartender was awesome. Great place for food, drinks and great company. read more

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Booked a reservation here for our 5th Anniversary. This was a great place for that special occasion, they really made us feel like guests and were very welcoming and accommodating from the time we walked in the door. I reserved a patio table, but when we arrived, the sun was beating down on that patio and it was fairly warm out there. The hostess offered and indoor table which we were happy to agree to. The menu is short, but offers a great variety of dishes to accommodate everyone. We chose the Prix Fixe menu just because we liked the options and the idea of a 3 course meal. The roasted chicken was amazing. I know, hard to imagine but it was literally exactly what I would imagine would be served in the French countryside. It was gloriously moist, and had a buttery, citrus-y flavor of classic French cooking. It was also served with the most delicious mushrooms I've ever had, and I'm generally not a huge fan of mushrooms. The dessert option was an Olive Oil Cake. I was unsure at first, but the description and the berries put me over. It was great! The portions were perfect, we left satisfied, but not uncomfortable and were able to enjoy a night of music after our dinner. Bonus. The bartender was fantastic and willing to discuss the cocktails and the ingredients at length. Which we took full advantage of. Will for sure keep this one on the short list for future special occasions. read more

Bistro La Floraison - When they said "Olive Oil Cake", I was unsure. But when this arrived, it was as delicious as it looks! - Wine Bars Near Me - Clayton, Missouri

What a peaceful experience! The cozy atmosphere set the tone for a delightful dinner. We started with the golden beet and citrus salad. This choice turned out to be the star of the evening. Truely everything was delicious but this salad stands out. Light, flavorful and unique. The French onion soup had a lovely crust of cheese. The PEI mussels were a generous portion with two large pieces of crusty bread with which to soak up the sauce. The roasted half chicken had a wonderful flavor enhanced by the broth it was served in. What a lovely place! read more

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Exquisite, elegant food in a quaint, French-inspired setting with genuinely friendly and knowledgeable service. I went with the prix fixe menu, which included a starter, entrée, and dessert. The first course was the Parmesan soup - a creamy soup with rich Parmesan flavor, topped with sugar snap peas, pancetta, and croutons. It was comforting, flavorful, and well-balanced. For the main course, I had the roasted chicken. It was simply delicious - a tender, perfectly cooked chicken quarter with au jus, mushrooms, a smooth purée, and asparagus. The flavors were clean and well-executed. Dessert was a pistachio financier that was light and not overly sweet. The raspberry sorbet on the side added a nice tart contrast and made for a refreshing end to the meal. My husband had the special -- a ribeye prepared in a prime rib style. It was very tender, with a great crust, and came with crispy pommes frites. He ordered the Pain Perdu - incredible. Salted caramel, gooey and just down right yummy. This was the kind of meal where you take your time, have a good conversation, and leave feeling happy and full. read more

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We were able to be seated on the patio on a gorgeous Friday night at 7:30PM. We were worried about not having a reservation so we were clearly very pleased by this! We just had drinks & an app before our dinner reservation across the street, but we were honestly a tad disappointed that we weren't eating here after tasting how amazing the tuna crudo was! The martinis were very fairly priced and had blue cheese olives-- my favorite! We will most definitely be back for dinner and will be asking to sit in Dylan's section again. read more

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Charming French bistro. We came for dinner right after we had that crazy snowy, icy days. Of course, it took a while to get a parking spot and when I say this, I meant, to drive up an iceberg and hope your car can make it off of it without incident. My husband dropped me off by the door and I came in, was immediately seated (we had reservations), and the waiter came immediately but said he will be back when I told him my husband was still trying to park. He brought waters to the table but patiently waited. The tables were typical of French bistro I've been to in the area which were on the smaller, dainty end. Unless you're in a larger party then you get a normal sized table. I love the vibe of the place, the oversized glass windows, the fanciful curtains, and the overall brightness of the decor. Very refreshing. When my husband finally came, we ordered some cocktails. I tried their french 75 and he, the melon pisco sour. Both were good, solid cocktails. We opted for the prixe fixe and started with the French onion soup. Since this is a French bistro, is it appropriate to just say onion soup? I'm not sure but it was delicious, cheesey and full of flavors. A perfect start to our meal. Also doubled as a sure way to warm up. I then opted for the scallops for my entrée which was served with some roasted cauliflower. Very good. I really had no complaints. To finish off the meal, I had the chocolate tort. Again, chef's kiss. Needless to say, our service was wonderful. The staff were very patient, quick, and friendly. I could not ask for a better experience and I can't wait to return! read more

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Went here to celebrate my husband's birthday and it was such a pleasant experience. Right off the bat, this place is fancy so be prepare for the fare. We did the special 3-course meal for $50 per person and it was a pretty good deal, cheaper than if you were to order from the menu. I love the setting and the vibe of the restaurant. It's classy but also cozy and romantic perfect for date nights. I think the food is good but I don't know if I'm fully convinced. The roast chicken was well seasoned but the texture was dry. I wouldn't recommend ordering that. The gnocci was really good! However, would it justify the price? I don't know. read more

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I'm French so of course I'm in love with this spot. I started at the bar because I needed to do a little work. The bartender was so nice and I later bought his book about STL. He even signed our books. Thanks Matt! What a gem. Two of my friends crashed the dinner. Bless them. We started with the oysters aka your daily vitamins. Then I got the salmon toast and the gnocchi. Everything I needed all 10 out of 10. Such a beautiful spot, so well done. read more

You truly feel like you've stumbled into a quaint bistro in France here, the service was impeccable and we felt ever taken care of. You must start with the financiers and French onion soup - both incredible. My boyfriend got the scallops for his main, they had a beautiful sauce with them. And don't skip the dessert! read more

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I like this place but I miss Bar Les Freres. Food is tasty and rich. The decor is somewhat cozy but I feel it's missing something that really set the previous restaurant apart. I still enjoy dining here from time to time. Just not a 10 for me. read more

Bistro La Floraison is a must try! It's delectable French food makes it worth making a reservation for. The place gets packed on the weekends so a reservation is highly recommended. We tried the French Onion Financiers - there were delicate and delicious! The duck liver mousse is my absolute favorite and a must try! It's so creamy and doesn't taste gamey at all. For the mains, we tried the Mussels, Parisian Gnocchi and the Monkfish Veronique. Our favorites were the Mussels and the Gnocchi. They were both flavorful and well made. For dessert, we had Pain Perdu which was a perfect end to the meal. In addition to the food, we tried a few cocktails - the Toronto was our favorite! Our server was very attentive and patient with us. She walked through the menu with us and gave us recommendations as well. read more

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Delightful. Yummy. Great service with a sweet gal who was conscious of our conversation and tried her best not to interrupt while providing high quality service. The food was delicious - we did the fixed menu and I could not have locked my plates any cleaner. I'm not usually a fan of gnocchi but the dish came with so many yummy vegetables I decided to order it. I was so impressed. Their gnocchi was crispy on the outside almost like tater tots and boy was it good. I am still dreaming about the chocolate cake for dessert. I'll be back for another pleasant evening this home-like, welcoming bistro! read more

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Lovely French restaurant on Wydown in Clayton. If you remember Bar La Frère, it's exactly the same as it was back then we had a reservation. It is a very small resto do you'll need one. I suppose because it was so frigid that night, people didn't want to leave so we got seated a half hour past our reservation. The manager was very nice, apologized and sent us complimentary Gougères. That was nice!! They were perfectly made and were délicieux! Our server was wonderful. Very attentive and asked if we had any food allergies. The menu of course is tres Français. We had a bistro burger, Parisian gnocchi and roasted chicken. All well made and came hot to the table. The French onion soup was so good. Rich broth and a crunchy cheesy toasty top. Perfect on a cold snowy night. Very good cocktail and wine list. French 75 was great. You can order from the regular menu or they have a prix fixe menu Tuesday-Saturday. Spritz hour is their happy hour and it's just that for one hour between 5-6. They have build your own spritz cocktails and served by the piece apps. Also a burger and Tour de France (a sampler of all their apps. Great place, fantastic service. Oh and get the chocolate torte! It is heaven on a plate. Not heavy or dense. Just perfect. Street parking with one really small public parking lot so be prepared to hoof it. Cheers! read more

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Food was incredible. The service was amazing as well. Some very unique and authentic French cuisine. read more

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Food: 5 Stars Service: 5 Stars If you're interested in a little bit of French magic in the kitchen, be sure to visit Bistro la Floraison for an evening to remember. Reservations book quick, so you'll want to plan well in advance to secure a spot. Street parking is usually available near the restaurant. I love that much of the decor was retained from the Bar les Frère days. The intimate and elegant dining space make for a great date night. We loved our server, who from the get go, was warm and welcoming. He had a great sense of humor and overall, we loved his presence and appreciated his suggestions for the evening. The restaurant boasts a short menu, but the dishes presented are anything but. You'll come across beautiful flavors and a variety of textures, creating a sort of magic in your mouth. Some our favorites include: - Devilled Eggs: Golden Kaluga caviar, smoked creme fraiche, chives - French Onion Financiers: Almond, thyme oil, comte cheese - Steak Tartare: Steamed egg yolk, crispy shallots, smoked bone marrow vinaigrette, salt and vinegar potato chips - Main Bouchot Mussels: Spanish chorizo, sofrito, white wine and saffron broth, toasted baguette - Chestnut Mont Blanc: Pedro Jimenez sherry, chocolate ice cream, mascarpone cremeaux Tips: Ask for any specials that evening and order it. You won't be disappointed. Cocktails are alluring and will have you lingering around for more. read more

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Came here for spritz hour and sat at the bar. The decor is charming, as was the bartender. He explained the menu options; for the vin du jour, there is a red, white and a sparkling option to choose from. My friend and I shared the Tour de France. We loved the gougeres so much (basically cheesy cream puffs) that we ordered more. Everything was delicious! We both loved the pain perdu and vacherin desserts. read more

The service was amazing. The tuna delicious. The mussels incredible. Thoroughly enjoyed the meal.

I visited Bistro La Floraison with my foodie girlfriends and we had an absolute blast over great food! The spritz hour cocktails and fair is the perfect way to start your evening meal. Please allow time for this and indulge completely. The French onion financiers are my favorite item on the menu next to the oysters. The trout toast was also a favorite among the group. For my entree I chose the short rib because I was hungry! It's a filling entree so be sure to bring your appetite for that one. I also sampled my friend's salmon entree. It looked so bleak and simple but was probably the BEST salmon I've ever tasted (I fished salmon and trout on the Great Lakes y'all so that's quite the compliment). I love that the menu changes seasonally so you have to visit every so often to get the full experience. Our wait staff was fun and very knowledgeable and accommodating. We had a few good laughs with them as well and definitely will return. read more

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I was blown away by the food and service at Bistro La Floraison! I've eaten next door at Akar many times and didn't even know the name of this restaurant until I saw it on eater.com's list of Essential STL Restaurants. They take reservations on Tock, but I didn't have any issue getting a table without one. Our waiter was top notch, welcoming and informative. Every dish we tried were unique and delicious! Pain de Maison $6 - Great starter load of baguette with a nice crunchy crust. French Onion Financiers $12 - Not sure what I was ordering here, but tasted like cake with delicious savory cream icing. Must try! Green Garlic Vichyssoise $16 - Another mystery dish we thought was a salad but was, in fact, a cold soup. So good, you have to try it for yourself! Ricotta Gnudi $32 - Similar to gnocchi, very pillowy balls with creamy citrusy sauce. I'll have to come back and try their Spritz Hour Wednesday-Sunday from 5-6pm where they offer smaller portions of their snacks. .|\---/| | o_o | .\_^_/..2023 read more

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This is easily one of the best brunches I have ever had. I took my mother for an early Mother's Day celebration and both of us cannot stop talking about how good this was! The crepes and frittata were so tasty. A little heavy yet nice and light with the fresh veggies incorporated. The French onion financiers are a must try! The burst of flavor in each bite is easily one of the best small bites around. Plenty of patio seating outside but the inside is just so cute with a Parisian feel. read more

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This is a quaint little spot that packs an amazing punch on flavor and quality. I had the Dame de la Nuit to drink. I love that it came with a sidecar of sparkling wine to add at will. We started with the duck patte, steak tartar and fried oysters. The duck patte was the perfect consistency served on thick bread with an apricot dollop that really kicked off the flavor. The steak tartar was served with chips. It was a simple but delicious dish. The oysters were fried to perfection and melted in your mouth. They disappeared quickly! For dinner, we shared the gnocchi plate and the monkfish. The gnocchi was slightly pan fried on the outside and had a wonderful flavor. It was like tiny pillows in my mouth. The monkfish was really wonderful. This is a more dense fish, much like lobster and it was cooked to perfection. Our server was very friendly and knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend for a date night or special night out! read more

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What an experience! We had walked past this place many times but we decided to have a birthday dinner here and we couldn't have been happier! Everything was sublime, from the starter course (Tour de France) to the drinks, salads, entrees, and deserts! Our waitress was also the bartender and she was terrific!!! The room itself was also very neat with high ceilings and interesting decorations! The website also made it very easy to make reservations. read more

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Quaint atmosphere on the patio (where we sat) and inside make for a relaxing somewhat upscale experience. We are not huge fans of (or well versed) in French cuisine, but we enjoyed every dish here! We started with a drink (nice selection of cocktails & some mocktails!) and ordered the appetizer sampler to try a few things. The oysters and financiers were our favorite on that. I opted for the fish and my husband the chicken cordon bleu. Both were nicely balanced and not too heavy! We won't be rushing back but we're pleased with our experience. The service was attentive and the meal was paced well. read more

Bistro La Floraison - Tour de France (appetizer sampler) - Wine Bars Near Me - Clayton, Missouri

The ambience is perfect Parisian bistro with marble topped cast iron tables and a sumptuous pink velvet banquette. Chandeliers dangle elegantly from the ceiling. The service is much friendlier and more approachable than what one might expect in Paris. It was perfectly attentive without being intrusive. All of the servers seemed to work together. The wine list is good and our choice was spot on. They have a Tour de France appetizer that is worth trying if you are unfamiliar with caviar or pate; however,if you are serious about those luxury foods you might want to skip it and save room for where this restaurant shines. I was sad to see the beef bourguignon was no longer on the menu. We had the chicken cordon bleu and the halibut. The chicken was a solid rendition, although I would have preferred melted gruyere rather than a sauce inside the chicken. The halibut was amazing. Perfectly cooked, not fishy, on a bed of a sauce with green parsley and other herbs and a delicious sauce on top. For dessert, I cannot recommend the Pavlova enough. The meringue is light and crispy. The berries and ice cream are luscious. It was not cheap! It was; however, worth every penny. read more

This meal was incredible. I didn't know there was food this refined in St. Louis as it was my first time visiting. My boyfriend and I started off with the Tour de France, which I highly recommend, it was a big highlight of our meal. Next, we got the local asparagus and the steak tartare. I've had steak tartare many times and this one was one of my favorites. For the entree, I ordered the trout and my boyfriend got the Parisian gnocchi, both were incredible. We finished off the meal with the pain perdu, it was so satisfying and i cannot stop thinking about how darn good it was! We also had a scoop of their lemon poppyseed ice cream, which i've never had anything like before, it was wonderful. Bistro La Floraison really surprised me, the flavors and textures of each bite were extremely mouthwatering and elevated. The service was very good as well which made this the perfect date night! read more

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Omg the food was soo delicious. I highly recommend the tasting plate. You get a bit of everything. Even the burger was yum! The waiter was super nice and it was a cute place. I would def go back. read more

Excellent place for a post work girls happy hour. We came for the spritz hour before dinner at Oceano. We got a variety of spritz' from the options listed (they let you customize, how fun!) and caviar on chips. Caviar was divine and the custom spritz' were gorgeous, huge and delicious. Warning... they catch up to you quicker than you would think ;) Beautiful flowers outside - perf for a cute insta photo op - but we sat inside on plush couches (and were not disappointed, it is giving the dream tea party you always wanted as a girl). The service was top-notch, the bartender was reading a newspaper and made a spritz in like 2 minutes flat (way cooler than me). Will be back soon ! read more

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When my date showed up late (due to me not knowing the restaurant across the street is "by reservation only" and you can't just have drinks... so we went across the street for drinks to Bistro La Floraison. My date had a glass of wine and I had a couple glasses of Gene'vre such a wonderful beverage ... sweet but not overly and I asked for the mixologist to go light on the Amaro (which is a bitter). Perfection! Local art Quaint and sensual ambiance Lots of seating and can host small parties (groups of at least 8). Fun place to meet a friend or loved one! Or even a business clientele. read more

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I cannot say enough great things about Bistro La Floraison! First of all, ask for Damian if you go! The vibe is so chic and romantic at the same time. The drinks were delicious but the food was just amazing. We ordered a multitude of items between the 3 of us to split... but my favorites were the scallops (SO good) and the cheesecake. The financiers were a great starter as well and the French onion soup is a generous portion! Don't sleep on the chicken cordon bleu. This place is a must try!! read more

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Recently opened Bistro La Floraison is my date night pick for September. The restaurant and wine bar has a beautiful decor and perfect patio to enjoy the cooler fall weather! Reservations online! MY FAVS: Gougeres, Smoked Trout Rillette Toast, Fried Chicken Cordon Bleu read more

Bistro La Floraison - Fried Chicken Cordon Bleu - Wine Bars Near Me - Clayton, Missouri

We came here with my sister and brother in law and new son! Parking meters on Wydown or Hanley directly out front, and for Sunday brunch there were plenty available! Loved the decor, ambiance of the place, very chic, there's one room with larger tables for bigger parties and a "pink" room for one-one. Service was very attentive, drinks were a little slow to come out but food was great and I would recommend! I tried the mushroom frittata and my partner got the bistro burger! read more

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Delicious foods, caring & attentive service, and very romantic ambiance. We made a reservation and they had a table ready for us on time. Highly recommend Edith Piaf's big heart for mocktail lovers, it was moderately sweet with perfect amount of lemon juice. I absolutely love soup in Maine Bouchot Mussels, they were slightly creamy and flavorful. The baguette was nicely buttered. My husband liked his pork chop, their new addition to the menu. Pain Perdu was the highlights of our dinner, we will be back again even just for this toasted bread with perfect combination of gelato and caramel sauce! read more

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The restaurant is very pretty and cozy. The drinks were made to perfection and so tasty. We tried so many dishes! The smoked trout Brandade was great. The financiers were our very favorite - so much flavor in that little "cake." I loved the Duck Liver Terrine. And it sounds silly but the Endive salad was very good and the roasted chicken was the best I think I've ever had. I know! Roasted chicken! but we all loved it. read more

We had a delicious Sunday brunch with great food and great service! We loved the ambiance and felt like we were back in Europe! 10/10 would highly suggest for brunch! read more

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A wonderful experience at Bistro La Floraison! Starting with the Tour De France as an appetizer, which allowed us to sample a variety of hors d'oeuvres. The caviar chips were to die for. As was my entree, the fried chicken cordon bleu. We sat at the bar, and the bartender was so friendly and so much fun. He made amazing drinks as well! Everything was simply magnifique! read more

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Loved our dinner at bistro la floraison! The service and ambience are great too. We got the French onion financiers which were this cake like thing with cheese on top and they were delicious. Our favorite was the stuffed peppers which had hot chicken mousse inside, ricotta gnudi which was described as soft gnocchi, and the salmon. My husband and I both tried two different spritz and they were great as well! Our waitress was extremely friendly and helped us with suggestions and her recommendations were on point! We usually opt to sit outside but it was a cute setup inside. We'll definitely be back for dinner and spritz hour read more

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Outstanding experience! Super friendly, staff is are great. Food was fresh and spot on! Delicious and reasonably priced, too. We will be going back to try the fried chicken cordon blue. read more

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It's so cute inside and that was the first thing I noticed! Very pink, very French! I overall enjoyed my food and experience. My short rib was soooo tender! I switched out my pommes paillasson (way too oily for me) for a simple side salad, and that was delicious and light. The smoked trout toast was very good, but the toasted bread was really hard around the edges, and hard to eat. Service was helpful and efficient. Would love to return and try dinner! read more

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