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Brighton
The Lanes
IL Bistro Restaurant
IL Bistro Restaurant Reviews

IL Bistro Restaurant

Scottish, British, European

Dishes priced around£16

Photo of restaurant IL Bistro Restaurant in The Lanes, Brighton
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Reviews of IL Bistro Restaurant (39)

Read what people think about IL Bistro Restaurant. All restaurant reviews are written by verified Quandoo diners. Learn more about IL Bistro Restaurant before you go by getting tips and ratings from other restaurant-goers. With real-life reviews, you can see what other diners loved about IL Bistro Restaurant and book a table with confidence!

5.5/6

39 reviews

5.5/6

39 reviews

Food:Outstanding
Atmosphere:Excellent
Service:Excellent
Value for money:Great value
Waiting time:Exceptionally Good
Noise levels:Very pleasant
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"Excellent"
6/6
Natalie W.3 years ago · 2 reviews

Food was amazing would definitely eat here again great service

"Excellent"
6/6
Kelly G.4 years ago · 2 reviews

first time here and certainly wont be the last. we had booked a table just as well as it was busy. staff were attentive polite and helpful. food was lovely and fresh. the four of us had a really great meal.

"Excellent"
6/6
Karl L.5 years ago · 2 reviews

Always excellent very good food and service a perfect evening

"Excellent"
6/6
Paul G.5 years ago · 1 review

Great food, really good service. Staff were engaging humorous and helpful. This is our second visit and we will definitely be going back again.

"Very good"
5/6
Donna S.5 years ago · 1 review

Very good meal - Particular high lights were the crepes, and the sardines for the starters and the fish stew and mussels for main - Cheese board was also very good

"Very good"
5/6
John K.5 years ago · 1 review

Steaks and their sauces are amazing. Nice wine list as well.

"Excellent"
6/6
Joanna M.5 years ago · 1 review

Thank you for looking after us. Delicious as always! Great service too.

"Very good"
5/6
Anne C.5 years ago · 1 review

Lovely staff. Very friendly and efficient. Good food, well cooked and good choices.

"Very good"
5/6
ian j.5 years ago · 1 review

Nice food , service good However tables to close together

"Very good"
5/6
Yvonne C.5 years ago · 1 review

Lovely bistro in the heart of The Lanes in Brighton . Food and service superb and atmosphere perfect . Shall be back next time I am in Brighton .

"Excellent"
6/6
Dave C.5 years ago · 1 review

Excellent food and service. Recommend this restaurant. Fantastic place to visit.

"Excellent"
6/6
Nicola S.5 years ago · 1 review

Very nice meal everything lovely service excellent always go to this restaurant when in brighton

"Excellent"
6/6
Christina S.5 years ago · 1 review

Booked at last minute. I am always apprehensive about restaurants in Brighton butGood food and nice staff. Good steak and lovely fish cakes. Recommended. Lovely expression martini too.

"Very good"
5/6
Ryan M.5 years ago · 1 review

Amazing restaurant and the food spectacular as was the service. Recommend to everyone. A lovely little setting in the traditional lanes of Brighton with everything close by to carry on from the amazing time spent at il Bistro

"Excellent"
6/6
grace c.5 years ago · 1 review

Delicious food, well cooked and lovely, welcoming and attentive staff. Restaurant is very cozy and perfect for couples wanting a quiet and good meal together. Will definitely be returning.

"Good"
4/6
Cris F.5 years ago · 7 reviews

Its a nice location ,if you're coming in from outside Brighton, in The Lanes. There are several nice pubs nearby and its close to the seafront . We were there for a birthday celebration, the food was fine , not exceptional and the price was ok .

"Very good"
5/6
Jim N.5 years ago · 3 reviews

My wife and I enjoyed a delicious meal (we both chose the 'special' (chicken with blue cheese). Good attentive service - and Il Bistro accepts Tastecard !!

"Excellent"
6/6
Jo M.6 years ago · 14 reviews

Absolutely wonderful in every way from beginning to end! Atmosphere , service , location , & food to die for. Really really lovely. Will definitely want to visit again!

"Good"
4/6
jack w.6 years ago · 1 review

Fast and nice place. Food ok, not making the top 5 but ok. Service was good and fast. Happy to come back one day soon.

"Awful"
1/6
Rachel F.6 years ago · 1 review

We booked and they said they were full...jokers. they had loads of empty tables and I had booked. Annoying to say the least!! Looked nice though.

"Excellent"
6/6
Irene B.6 years ago · 1 review

Food was delicious! Portions very generous, we enjoyed every mouthful. Service was friendly, efficient and despite it being a very busy Saturday night, we didn't have to wait long for anything. Perfect! Thanks to all.

"Excellent"
6/6
Maureen R.6 years ago · 1 review

We had a fabulous night and the food was exceptional (as always). Joe and the staff are so welcoming and attentive . We choose this restaurant because we know we will not be disappointed. Thank you IL Bistro.

"Very good"
5/6
Jacquie M.6 years ago · 10 reviews

First visit to Il Bistro and I would definitely go back. The menu was very good and in addition there were specials and two and three course set menus. Thoroughly enjoyable I rushed lunch.

"Very good"
5/6
Thomas M.6 years ago · 1 review

lovely steak with a nice cosy atmosphere and friendly staff

"Excellent"
6/6
Jennifer R.6 years ago · 1 review

Good atmosphere, friendly and helpful staff, excellent food. It was nice to find out that we had our table for the evening, rather than in some venues, for a set period. Looking forward to the next time.

"Excellent"
6/6
Sarah H.6 years ago · 1 review

We had amazing food and the customer service was great. Lovely quaint restaurant. I would highly recommend Il Bistro to anyone. Our advice is: get a steak!

"Excellent"
6/6
Emily H.6 years ago · 1 review

We turned up early which wasn’t a problem. The food was delicious. The waitress who served us, who had blonde hair (sorry to say I never asked for her name) was amazing, time was left for everything e.g. in between meals and while we were eating we were given enough space to simply enjoy the food. Excellent place would go again.

"Good"
4/6
Jim N.6 years ago · 3 reviews

Staff friendly and attentive. Food good value as I used my Tastecard (2 for 1 mains). Food quality reasonable although menu was a bit limited but two 'specials' were on offer. Service good. Will visit again.

"Excellent"
6/6
Susan H.6 years ago · 1 review

Excellent lunch, served by a very friendly and efficient staff. We will be back. A lovely break in a busy day before visiting a friend in the hospital.

"Excellent"
6/6
Mila B.7 years ago · 2 reviews

Delicious food, great atmosphere, super friendly and professional stuff. Highly recommended for either quick lunch or posh dinner with friends or loved ones. Location is a big advantage too!

"Excellent"
6/6
clare B.7 years ago · 2 reviews

What a fabulous place! My husband and I had steak and it was cooked to perfection! Lovely friendly staff - would definitely recommend! Clare from Swansea

"Excellent"
6/6
Simon H.7 years ago · 1 review

A perfect lunch - great tasting food, relaxed and informal surroundings and all at an excellent price. The lunch special menu, at just £10 for 2 courses, is one of the best value offers in Brighton's Laines but the quality and selection are not compromised. The staff are attentive and friendly and, all in all, it was an extremely pleasant experience.

"Excellent"
6/6
Kate J.7 years ago · 1 review

Lovely food and excellent service! I would highly recommend to friends. The steak was amazing, just what I needed after the marathon! We will go back next time we are in Brighton.

"Excellent"
6/6
Paul M.7 years ago · 1 review

A friendly welcome,excellent food,efficient non intrusive service,no wonder we go back there time and time again.There are a choice of menus,we normally eat from one of the set menus for lunch,and indulge in the a la carte for dinner,all represent excellent value for money. The specials board is worth consideration too!

"Excellent"
6/6
Heather R.7 years ago · 2 reviews

An amazing evening with incredible food and service! One of my favourite Brighton restaurants! Highly recommend to any steak lover, and the Il Royal sauce is a must!

"Excellent"
6/6
Rachel A.7 years ago · 1 review

Great family run restaurant serving the best steak, nice wine and great service. Would throughly recommend this restaurant to any one who wants a good steak!

"Excellent"
6/6
Alison D.7 years ago · 1 review

Fantastic meal will be going back great staff too Shame we live so far away, loved the specials too, wish this place well against all the chain companies

"Excellent"
6/6
Paulene L.7 years ago · 1 review

Excellent food and service. Very friendly staff and ambiance. The 3 of us really enjoyed our evening and dinner at Il Bistro and would recommend t our friends.

"Excellent"
6/6
Rebecca B.7 years ago · 1 review

Great meal and very varied and comprehensive menu ! Also lovely welcoming atmosphere , along with fantastic service by very friendly & helpful waiter and waitress ! I would highly recommend going there lunch or evening