Bistro on Main

4.9

565 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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2 people

1 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 10 times today

Charming
Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions

Bistro On Main is an American food outlet serving contemporary flavors. Within walking distance from downtown, the place has a country style charm with warm ambience and friendly atmosphere. The restaurant has a casual setup and comfortable seating arrangement with cozy corners. Bistro On Main is a good place to dine out with friends, family and go on a date.

Bistro On Main has a full alcohol bar to enjoy the fine selection of drinks with a diverse palate.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 11:30–14:30 Brunch Sun 11:00–02:00 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–21:00
Phone number
(540) 464-4888
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
8 N Main St, Lexington, VA 24450-2521
Area
Lexington
Parking details
None
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 565 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Virginia
Contemporary American
Shenandoah Valley
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bistro on Main offers an "amazing experience" with "excellent" food and service. Guests praise the "quiet" ambiance for conversations, a "cozy downtown atmosphere," and a "wonderful" menu featuring dishes like "shrimp and grits" and "short ribs." The staff is "attentive," and the restaurant provides a "fantastic dining experience" at "reasonable prices."

565 Reviews

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Andy
Richmond
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience with great food, the team really care about providing an amazing experience
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Hannah
Tallahassee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 7 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent!!! Wonderful place to dine - best food and best service!
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James
VIP
Richmond
36 reviews
5.0
36 reviews
Dined on 7 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent restaurant/bar in every measure. Very friendly (hard working) staff. The bartender is the best, friendly, engaging! Food was very, very good. Shrimp and Grits is awesome. I will go back every time I am in Lexington. Recommend getting a reservation in advance!
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Bruce
Richmond
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 7 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Bistro has an extensive menu with one or two entree specials every night. Cocktails and wine are available to enhance the dining experience.
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Agnes
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 26 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience - loved being able to have a conversation since the noise level was quiet. Will definitely eat there again!
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Audrey
Richmond
31 reviews
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on 24 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Never disappoints. Bistro is simply excellent. I had a celery/leek soup...marvelous. Husband had a crab "shepherd's pie" which he declared outstanding. He also had the short ribs which were super - tender, lean and simmered to perfect tenderness in a fantastic wine sauce. I had the flounder special with capers, olives, tomatoes. The fish was flakey and the entire dish was full of flavor. Excellent pinot noir. Service was attentive. Thank you for a wonderful dinner!
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John
Western NC
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 17 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic dining experience at the Bistro . You won’t go wrong here. Cozy downtown atmosphere. Prompt and friendly service . Great wine , beer, and cocktail list . The dinner menu is manageable with nice offerings . Will return !
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Ginger
Edinburgh
28 reviews
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on 12 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Cute little bistro. Good cocktails and great shrimp and grits!
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Dr. Chris
VIP
Richmond
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 20 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the best restaurants in town! The food it amazing the staff is friendly, attentive, and helpful (awesome!), and the restaurant is clean and cozy! We love it!
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Dale
Raleigh
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We both had salmon and shared a dessert. Full bar with good drinks. Service was excellent and price was reasonable. Would return.
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FAQs

Bistro on Main offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (540) 464-4888.

Bistro on Main is rated 4.9 stars by 565 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

1 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 10 times today

Order delivery or takeout

8 N Main St, Lexington, VA 24450-2521

Dining areas

Additional information

Area
Lexington
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 11:30–14:30 Brunch Sun 11:00–02:00 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–21:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Phone number
(540) 464-4888

Bistro on Main

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What 565 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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