I wanted this to be special. I wanted it to excel. It let me down in so many ways. Five people, four appetisers, two wine and one beer, and four main courses. I was lured here because someone said it was better than Bistro de Margo; it was not. Service was good from the server and poor from the bus boys and kitchen. The kitchen failed in many ways. Could I give it fractional scorse it would be 2.6. The server was good and had a phenomenal memory to take all our orders with no notes. Wow! The three appetizers were delivered out of order. One came. Fast forward 20 minutes; the remaining two came out. The appetizer dishes were never cleared. They hung around until we decided not to have desert! The appetizers were underwhelming; how can you screw up a Caesar salad? The main courses disappointed in many ways. The dishes were serverd luke warm. Mussels were dehydrated on top of the heap and obvioulsy sat under a heat map. The steaks were cooked well but accompaniments were cold, cool, or barely warm; take your pick none were appetizing. The plates were stone cold which didn't help. Finally after dinner was served and eaten and plates cleared for deserts we did not order the remaining plates and debis were cleared from the table. Not good. Not professional. Not worth the money. The wines were good. The beer was good. Dinner came to $275 plus another $60 tip. It wasn't worth it. There is clealry issues in the kitchen and staff. They were simply not into it. I would not come back. If you want a French dinner look elsewhere or just don't try that in Burlington. read more

Lovely little place in downtown Vermont I came here with my girlfriend for our celebration. We had a great time. We went late and so we got their reduced price menu (last hour). It was very reasonable. We ordered an entree and two apps. Everything was super tasty and served quickly. I look forward to coming here again! read more

It was a dark and stormy night! Coming into this warm and cozy restaurant was like be welcomed in by friends sheltering us from the storm. Everything from food to service to ambiance was excellent. So glad we made reservations. The tables were close and all were full. We had to wait for about 5 minutes for our little two top to be vacated and set up for us. Crystal, our server greeted us and got us started on drinks - Pinot Grigio for my husband, a virgin Hot Toddy for me. After perusing the menu we decided upon Chicken Statler for him, Mediterranean Salmon Pasta for me. Both dishes were excellent. Along with the pasta and the flaky fresh salmon, there were roasted tomatoes, kalamata olives, roasted red peppers, baby spinach, all blended with a rich feta parmesan cream sauce. The only downside was that the main course was so good, we had no room for dessert. Good food, good service, cozy atmosphere. Definitely worth the visit. read more

We walked by the night before and the plates looked amazing, so we decided to give this French Bistro a try. It's got a great location right on Church St. and it has a cozy and warm vibe for a wintery day. We made Sunday reservations and arrived at 7:45 PM as the evening was winding down. Our waitress was excellent and we enjoyed her help throughout the evening. My son and I ordered Beef Bourguignon and my wife ordered the Mediterranean Salmon pasta. A few glasses of wine and some great food made for a nice evening as we dropped our son off at UVM. Pricing was around +$25-30 per plate. I would come again! read more

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A cozy, French bistro with intimate seating and a bustling crowd for a Sunday night. Our waitress gave recommendations for popular items and seasonal choices. The menu is extensive with an item suited for anyone dining. We had the Pumpkin Chowder and Onion Soup for our starters- pictured is the glorious cheese pull and rich savory broth. For entrees we ordered the French classic, Beef Bourguignon, and a light, protein forward White Truffle Beef Tartare with homemade kettle chips. The entree portions are very large, bring your appetite or plan on a to-go box. read more

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While walking around Church Street on Friday morning, I decided to stop by Leunig's based on the great reviews--and I'm glad I did. The ambience is charming and cozy, with a touch of Parisian flair. I got seated right away at 11:30 am, and the place was pleasantly quiet. I chose a window seat, which was perfect for a bit of people watching on Church Street. They also have outdoor seating, which I'll definitely try next time. I asked the waitress for a recommendation and went with the steak frites. The steak was tasty, but the real highlight for me was the fries--crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and full of flavor. Simple yet delicious. Overall, a lovely spot for a relaxed meal in the heart of Burlington. Great service, good food, and the perfect location to soak in the vibe of Church Street. read more

Leunig's Bistro - Steak Frites - French Near Me - Burlington, Vermont

Burlington, VT - we came here for a late supper on a quiet Sunday evening as the food looked pretty good and the menu is appealing with a rounded variety of bistro classics. The fam were in a Canadian state of mind and ordered poutine (short rib + duck confit) which was tasty. The duck poutine was overpowered by rosemary at the end but we uncovered a surprising amount of duck at the bottom, so dig! The feta cheesecake, new to the menu, was a revelation. Even as a non-feta fan, I was won over by the savory & creamy texture and flavor. Probably my favorite item of the night. I enjoyed my rich & loaded cavatappi carbonara but didn't love the beef bourguignon my husband ordered which was disappointingly dry and chippy - in part because I make a fine one at home that's luxuriously fall-apart-tender in gravy so have higher expectations of this standard dish in a French restaurant, even a casual one. Our waitress was lovely, though the hostess wasn't terribly warm or welcoming. There's a lot to like here however and I wouldn't mind touring across more of the menu. read more

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Very nice atmosphere, delicious food, responsive wait staff. Definitely on the higher end price wise but worth it for a good date night read more

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We were at Leunig's for lunch on a Monday. It is one of the few restaurants that's open on Monday noon in Church St Marketplace area. Obviously there were a lot customers at the restaurant due to this fact. They had both indoor and outdoor seating options available. We sat inside, right front of the fancy bar. They also had a big dining hall at the back as well. There was only one waiter who was attending all the tables. For first 10 minutes, we didn't get any attention from him, until we had to call him to put in our orders. The food came out within a decent time. Fried oyster was good. I got the trio slider that had lamb, venison and bison. Each of them was made with different toppings. I really liked the variety and the way they were cooked. But the best dish was the chicken fingers my daughter got. Probably the best chicken finger I ever ate. It was made so well with thin fried layer and soft chunky chicken inside. We all liked the french fries as well. Overall all the food dishes were spectacular. Personally I had mixed feeling about the place as I had amazing food here but the service was not satisfactory. I'd still recommend Leunig's for its unique menu and incredible food. read more

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Upon arrival, the host promptly sat us at a table. The tables were very close to each other. Barely any wiggle room. We were there for Monday lunch. There was only 1 waiter and 1 bartender. We waited A WHILE before the waiter came to take our order. All we had were appetizers and kids meal so it came out fast because I felt other tables waited long for food as well. Despite the wait, the food was actually good. We had lobster with salad, sliders, oysters and chicken tenders/fries(kid's). All are flavorful and tender. They breaded the lobster which was pleasantly good with lemons (like calamari). Oysters were cooked with garlic flavor. Great portion of chicken tenders, we all had some because they were really good. Overall a busy restaurant at downtown area. Great food if you don't mind to wait. read more

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If you visit Burlington, you should go here for a meal. This area has heavy traditions of French cuisine and the food here is pretty legit for the US. The ambiance is beautiful old building with top notch staff with friendly service. We forgot our leftover bag and the server ran out to catch us! Super nice. Expect to pay $19-20 for a sandwich or salad but all the food I saw came out of the kitchen looking great. If I had a negative it would be that they don't have any French beer on tap. And they DO have two taps devoted to Von Trapp beer that is really not good at all compared to other Vermont offerings. Cocktails were beautiful and delicious so my wife really enjoyed her day date with me. Highly recommend. read more

A fantastic bistro takes you to Paris for an afternoon. The high prices are well worth it. The service was stellar. It's in the heart of the shopping in Old Town district. The history of the location is quite intriguing, ask the maitre d. Next to the restaurant is a kiosk that serves coffee and French pastries along with sandwiches. read more

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Excellent! Sat outside for lunch and had the lakeside goat cheese platter, the steak tartar, and the harvest salad and it was fantastic! Good service. Such a cute place. Highly recommend. read more

My husband and I came across this place while walking around and decided to have dinner here. We ate outside since there was no wait. The food was great, but the service... no. It was quite hot in the afternoon and typically when it's hot, I don't have much of an appetite. At this point it cooled off considerably so I had no problems being outside. My husband ordered the 'Beef Bourguignon' which was Beef Tips Braised in Red Wine, with Bacon, Pearl Onions, Carrots, Celery & Button Mushrooms With Garlic Mashed Potatoes & Haricots Verts. He absolutely loved it and the portion size was great. I ordered 2 soups for my main because, as stated before, I was not that hungry. I ordered a chilled soup: 'Chilled Green Tomato Avocado Gazpacho' and a french onion soup. They were both absolutely delicious. However, you would have thought I murdered someone. The server said, "You do realize it's 2 soups". I said yes. She said, "You want 2 soups?" and I said, "Yes, I am not that hungry. That is what I'm ordering". I understand her telling me it's 2 soups - just incase I didn't realize - but after I said I was aware, she kept going and was completely baffled at why I was ordering 2 soups. Who cares? I'm PAYING you for the soups.. just give it to me. I felt very judged (because I was being judged) and when she bought them over OR checked on our table, she just kept saying "Here are the 2 soups" or "Hows the 2 soups?" Why would I order something big if I know I'm not that hungry? She asked about our vacation. We told her about it and she immediately questioned it. We explained why we choose to do what we were doing and still questioned it. I don't understand this lady. I liked the food and I would never come back or recommend. Her judgey attitude was uncalled for and she did it to a few tables about certain things. Just unnecessary. read more

I had a great conversation with a total stranger on the ferry from NY to Vermont. They highly recommended eating at Leunig's Bistro. I looked at some reviews and decided it would be a good match for our group. We were seated quickly with menus and after a short while our server came over with water and took our drink order. There were many familiar items but also some very interesting choices. The Soup Pistou was hearty and tasty, the Gothamist sandwiches were delicious and came with a very nice portion of mixed greens with a vinaigrette. My Wedge Salad was good but disappointing.....two of the items listed were never put on my salad....and for the price... there was barely any bacon or blue cheese. (I was not looking for a cup but you can see from the picture there was barely a tablespoon. I also didn't think about the missing items until I was almost done) My most favorite part was when we saw someone eating escargot we had to order some. It was tender, with a delicious garlic butter sauce and melted cheese....we soaked it up with perfectly toasted baguette slices. Our server was excellent and I wish we lived closer! read more

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Overall a great experience! The food was perfect and the staff was so kind. A very romantic ambience. read more

Leunig's Bistro - French Near Me - Burlington, Vermont

Came here for lunch with my family of 6 (and 2 kids) during labor day weekend. The restaurant was busy so service was a tad bit slower, but the staff was definitely doing their best (and they were very friendly about it as well). We are all vegetarian and their food was delicious - lots of vegetarian options and they are able to accommodate and adjust the menu for us. The food was really good (not gonna lie, the kids tomato pasta was delicious!). We did not order alcohol but got some mocktails and they were great. We sat outside on the patio and the weather was really nice and convenient for a group our size. read more

Food was good -- not exceptional. I had Eggs Benedict; my friend had a burger. She had to request more onions because her burger only had a very thin sliver. She said the meat was good. She said the French fries had an odd coating of some kind. We loved where we sat under a small moveable sail next to the promenade on Church Street, fascinating people- and dog-watching. Service from our particular server was aloof and disinterested. He disappeared for long periods of time when we needed his assistance. They did nit appear to be understaffed. Even though the food was OK we won't go back. We prefer to find places with GREAT food. read more

My wife and I went to check out the marketplace on Church Street. Let me tell you, you couldn't pay me to go there again. Total disaster. Very sketchy, but that's a whole different story. The only good thing that came out of that walk was Leunig's. Tremendous place. I ordered the burger, my son had the burger too, and my wife had pasta. Absolutely fantastic. Some of the best food you'll find. We sat outside, and I'll tell you, I had my head on a swivel the whole time, but the food and the service were so good it made up for it. The staff was very friendly, the server was attentive, helpful, really first-class. Leunig's was the winner. Great food, great service, truly the highlight. read more

Every time the food and service is excellent. I haven't tried anything on the menu that I haven't loved. I love the oysters and escargot... and the eggplant sandwich. This is a top spot in Burlington for me... it's sad that Church St has gone so far downhill. Having the addicts talk to you while eating outside downgrades the experience but that's not the fault of the restaurant. read more

Very cute, intimate French bistro in downtown Burlington. I would say that the dinner special is such a treat and steal if you can make it. We ordered the soup and salad for our appetizers but also a pate to sate our appetite. Each dish was reasonably portioned and we were both very full by the end of our meal. The restaurant was not too busy, and our service was a little slow. Yet, they may have wanted to space out our meal and we did not feel rushed at all. read more

Leunig's Bistro - Duck Pâté - French Near Me - Burlington, Vermont

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Overall: what a way to cap a beautiful day trip through Vermont. We had read another individuals review saying how he recently went on an emotional journey and came solo. Leunigs was pretty good with company too. Food: get the poutine full stop. A half portion (ask the server) is more than enough for 3 people to share. The duck with the cheese curds and the confit gravy really just starts you off with richness. I ordered the roasted chicken and I think the highlight was the vegetables. I had to tell the waiter that these were probably the most "real" vegetables I've had in a long time. Fresh full of flavor and taste like they came straight out of a garden. The meal really just reminds me of a wonderfully cooked home meal. Topped it off with some coffee and this weird hot cocoa cocktail. I actually despise chocolate but I would order that hot cocoa cocktail again if I could. Ambience/Decor/Service: really romantic American style restaurant decorations with dark lighting and old school seating and tableware. The server was a little late (other circumstances) but incredibly kind to talk to. read more

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Tuesday night dinner option Was Leunig's. Don't know how to pronounce it but the food was good. It looks like an upscale French themed restaurant. Most of the menu option didn't appear to be French at all though. We were told to make reservations in advance and thank Goodness we did because it was crowded. Like just about every other place in Burlington it's rather tight. The foyer had barely enough space for two people to fit through at the same time. Noise level was moderate so you would be able to have a nice conversation without yelling. I ordered and old fashioned that was a little on the sweet side but not bad. For an appetizer my friends and I shared an order of the truffle fries. They were the best part of the meal. Seasoned to perfection, light and crisp on the outside, and not too oily. For my main I had the filet. It came with asparagus and a seafood medley. I could have done without the hollandaise sauce because the steak was delicious without it. Very good service from our waitress earned them the 5 stars. Never had to ask for refills on water and she checked on us often. read more

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The food is great. It is very very rich - you would not eat it every day but it's wonderful every once in a while. The place itself is really charming. It bills itself as like a Parisian bistro, and it is not wrong. It's right in the Church Street area and it has a lot of that holiday style energy. It's always crowded, but that can be fun. The staff are extremely knowledgeable incompetent. read more

Excellent service / Food was yummy . Clean place to dine , very comfortable atmosphere

Amiable service but super slow. Awesome drinks and good food but the breads are a bit hard to chew. Sitting on terrace, the vibe was good. Prices are steep. read more

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I had the pleasure of visiting Leunig's Bistro three times within my 5 day stay. I thought I made an early reservation at 6:30 p.m., however, when I arrived it was packed. Matt was my server and he was great. I ordered the Halibut which was some of the best I've ever had. The desert was delicious as well. Then I went twice for lunch and ordered their pumpkin soup! Wish I had the receipe. I entertained myself watching Sean the host who was constantly in motion. I would highly recommend this restaurant. read more

We showed up on a Wednesday night with no reservation. Credit to the staff they got seated us in 5 minutes and even got us a cool seat that looked out into the activities outside. Real good food. Recommend sharing the appetizers so you can get a sense of all the good options. We had the cornbread stuffing, mac n cheese really spaetzle and cheese. The cornbread stuffing was excellent and moist. The mac n cheese was cheesy and perfectly cooked. I had a filet for the entree. It was very good. I asked for it to be medium rare and it was cooked exactly medium rare and so tender. We finished with crème brûlée and is was so good of course cooked with maple syrup. The only detractor was the service during the meal was the speed of service. It took a while for everything -- drinks to appetizers to meals to come out. Other than that real good. read more

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We stopped in Burlington on our way back to Boston from Canada and Leunig's had the most interesting menu in the area by a country mile. We had the goat cheese, calamari, carbonara, and onion soup. Every dish was delicious and we somehow managed to clean every plate! The 5 stars are well deserved read more

Leunig's Bistro - Goat Cheese - French Near Me - Burlington, Vermont

I was on a business trip here in Burlington. We actually had a different location picked out, but the wait was 90 minutes. We decided on this location, and the wait was only 30 minutes. It was a beautiful night to do outdoor dining. The service was exceptional. I started with a Bloody Mary. It was solid. For my meal, I got the Watermelon Glazed Scallops. OMG... It was AMAZING! Perfectly cooked. Perfect marriage of flavors. Overall, it was a great decision to stop here. Service and food were just perfect. read more

Leunig's Bistro - Bloody Mary - French Near Me - Burlington, Vermont

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We just had a most excellent meal at Leunig's Bistro. Everything was wonderful. We started with the duck confit poutine. It was incredibly delicious. Just the right combination of salt and spice with a decadent gravy over the fries. We had three different entrees: duck two ways, braised short ribs, and steak frittes. The duck was divine. The short ribs were amazing. The steak was really wonderful and the fries were even better. All in all, it exceeded our expectations. read more

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One of the things I like about the dining options here in Vermont is the availability of Garden/Beyond Meat burgers. We had reservations for lunch, and we were seated immediately. Ordered: Beyond burger with grilled onions, cheese, and a side of sweet potato fries; then the turkey sandwich, which my companion was quite pleased with as it is quite a heavy sandwich. Service was excellent, and the price point was as expected. I rated four stars because the sweet potato fries (not pictured) were limp, and those who love fries know that's a No! read more

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I had dinner at Leunig's tonight for the second time. I live in Nashville, and my daughter is in school near Burlington, VT. My husband and I came to dinner at Leunig's tonight after moving our daughter into her dorm. The food was wonderful. The ambience was wonderful. The service was absolutely above and beyond. I wish I remembered our server's name. I don't, but she was a lady who used to be a preschool teacher, and she was so wonderful and kind to us after a long and emotional day. When I go to a restaurant, I expect good food. And I expect good service. What I received tonight with service that was exceptional, intuitive, comforting, and empathetic. I will return over and over when visiting my kiddo. read more

We came for a birthday and were 8 people. From start to finish everyone was friendly and competent -- the service was outstanding. They accommodated substitutions and for all that we ordered the price was reasonable. The food was great - many of us had the steak frites, mussels and salad were all plentiful and tasty. Highly recommended. read more

Food was amazing, we called at 8:30 last Friday and asked if we would be a bother if we showed up at 9:15 because they have an opening in reservations on Yelp. They said yes come in so we went in and everything was phenomenal until I got the steak frites that I ordered medium rare. It was raw in the middle, straight up purple uncooked meat. When I asked if it could get heated up the waitress said "I'll get that put up to medium for you". Look I get it's the end of the night but we asked if it would be an inconvenience if we came in and you said it'll be fine dining. There was no reason to have a snobby answer to me asking for my steak to be cooked properly! It was raw! I didn't want it to be cooked to medium I wanted it took be cooked in general! Honestly debating on whether or not I'll come back. There is no space for such nonsensical comments in the service industry but your duck confit poutine is one of a kind around here. - coming from someone that works in a restaurant that many of your waitresses and hostesses go to right down the street. read more

I love coming here for escargot. It's smothered in garlic, butter and cheese. The drinks; alcoholic or nonalcoholic are creative and excellent. The bathrooms are clean and the service is always great. read more

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Ordered a salmon caesar. It took over 30 min., was tasteless, the salmon was overcooked and Not 6 oz. as indicated on the menu. When the bill came it was $16 for the salad and an Additional $18 for the salmon! Crazy. I checked and she said this was accurate. A Total rip off. The salad was marked $20 on the menu. Even in NYC they don't charge that for a yummy salad. My starter of artichokes was 2 halved hearts fried, for $16. Not bad, but overpriced again for what they were. read more

Great food, good adult drinks, and friendly atmosphere is what made Leunig's Bistro a Burlington institution.

went for lunch on a day visit to Burlington. the ambience was great. sat inside next to window open to the outside on a beautiful day. great level jazz music playing in background and the bar was intriguing - i'd love to visit the bar in the evening for drinks with friends. buttermilk fried chicken was very good. wish they could have put just a splash of some kind of dressing on the mixed greens that came with it. The violets daiquiri (on the rocks) was beautiful to look at (picture worthy) and deliciously tasting service a tad slow. read more

5 stars for food, service, and atmosphere. Happened to arrive between 4 and five for a late lunch. Bistro menu included an entree and soup or salad for $25. Local fresh bread, great cocktails, and specially priced wine to pair with the meal. Soup au Pistou was perfect and the Salmon with Orange & Blood Orange Marmalade Pan Seared Salmon topped with Orange & Blood Orange Marmalade, Sautéed Baby Spinach, Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes served with Citrus & Fennel Salad was one of the best meals I've ever had. Husband's Beef Bourgogne was a fresh twist on a classic dish with a punch of rich flavor. Do not leave without trying Leunigs Cheesecake- a mixture of Green Mountain Cream Cheese & Vermont Mascarpone, Graham Cracker Crust topped with Black Pepper Balsamic Strawberry Sauce & Whipped Cream. First visit- won't be last. Bought gift certificates on the way out to introduce others. Yum! read more

Leunig's Bistro - Salmon - French Near Me - Burlington, Vermont

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