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“consistently satisfying meals!”
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We so enjoy eating at Bistro Aix. My latest pet peeve about SF restaurants is the inconsistency in preparing the basics, but this is never a... More >

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Contributor, April 19, 2005

Global inspiration plus local ingredients equals a well-rounded experience at this California bistro.
The Scene
The well-scrubbed, well-heeled Marina crowd pops in for a quick plate of pasta in designer sportswear, or a three-course celebratory meal in a sportcoat. This crowd demands good service and a knowledgeable, attentive waitstaff delivers, hustling orders to the cozy, wood-beamed dining room and the spacious and elegant heated patio.

The Food
Though the ambience evokes a French cafe, the menu has many native tongues. The exquisite duck confit has a perfectly crisped skin and is served with flavorful caviar-shaped lentils. The tender calamari, delicately fried Japanese-style, is set off with a Thai red-curry aioli. Crepe-thin pizza is best when prepared simply, such as the tomato with three cheeses. But linguini with overcooked prawns and tomato-fennel sofrito is too reliant on olive oil. A better choice is the lamb steak, complemented by thick-cut potato gratin and velvety sauteed spinach. Desserts like flaky, rustic apple pie and creme brulee taste homemade.

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Aniag F.
“Bistro Aix”
  Aniag F.
This place is great for group celebrations as well as romantic dining. It has a great colorful ambience. It's great to go with large groups because you can order the combination pre-fixe platter... More >
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“Glad I tried it”
  krabkin
I had heard mixed things about Bistro Aix and I see it all the time. I finally tried it this weekend and was very pleased. The waitstaff was attentive and helpful, and allowed me to customize my... More >
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“Great Food, Great Services”
  case7en
Go to Bistro A|X once a month and have always been please by the service and quality of the food. One my last visit with had reservations for a peak time on the weekend and they were running 20-30... More >
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“Great neighborhood spot”
  luxie77
This is the best restaurant in the Marina. I eat here about once a month and LOVE it. The thing I like most about it is that they do French bistro food in a straightforward, honest way - no trendy... More >
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“Loved it!”
  edmoto
Great food, even better service. Our waiter was friendly and acconadationg. We felt that our business was appreciated. More >
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“Great deal!”
  sftaste
Wow! Six people at the table - we shared 4 appetizers, 3 bottles of wine, we each ordered our own entree, and shared 3 desserts -- All that for about $50 per person! Not bad when we all splurged the... More >
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“My FAVORITE!”
  wfinster
My favorite restaurant for a nice dinner with a date or a casual dinner with friends. The service is always very friendly and attentive. The portions are large and the food is wonderful. I have... More >
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“Great food & wine - friendly staff”
  srpapas
I've been eating at Bistro Aix for ages. I find the ambiance there very pleasant. The host/hostess is always accomodating - even without a reservation. We like to either eat at the bar (the... More >
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Bistro Aix--CLOSED

4.6 based on 18 reviews

3340 Steiner St
San Francisco, California 94123
(415) 202-0100

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