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bistro Definition

bis·tro (strō′, bistrō′)

noun pl. -·tros′

  1. a small wine shop or restaurant where wine is served
  2. a small nightclub or bar

Etymology: Fr (Parisian) slang, wine shop, wine seller < bistraud, orig. (dial. of Anjou & Poitou), a shepherd < biste, goat

bistro Usage Examples

Possessives

  • atmosphere: On an nr recent elections the bistro's informal atmosphere.

Converse of object

  • open: Gary will open the bistro seven days a week during December.
  • have: It has a bistro attached ( very handy for the complete night out ).
  • relax: Set in a charming coastal village, this hotel has two restaurants, one fine dining, the other a more relaxed bistro.

Adjective modifier

  • intimate: I like Jarnac, an intimate French-style bistro in the West Village.
  • French: French bistro, sexy place, great for drinks or dinner.
  • Italian: A wide range of pizzas and pastas are served all day in this child-friendly Italian bistro.
  • popular: It's popular bistro serves a fine selection of classic seasonal European dishes and an eclectic range of wines to complement the menu.
  • little: We found a perfect little French bistro with a set menu.
  • excellent: Port D'Andraitx offers excellent bistros, restaurants and shops only minutes walk from the apartment.

Modifies a noun

  • fare: Fox Reformed Wine bar in Stoke Newington offers bistro fare.
  • restaurant: Dine in our cozy bistro style restaurant or in the characterful bar.
  • menu: Our Regency Restaurant boasts an excellent 2AA Rosettes, and our Triumph Bar offers a more relaxed bistro type menu.
  • style: Once the work is finished it will be a pub with informal bistro style food.
  • atmosphere: The food is very good and there is a lively bistro atmosphere.
  • table: They are idea for two seater bistro tables or single chair seating.

Noun used with modifier

  • bar: The bar bistro on the first floor is operational and is proving to be very popular.
  • style: Went to a french style bistro located in a former McDonald's drive thru.
  • cafe: Why not visit the famous café bistro or the gift shop.
  • French: Our local french bistro in London serves them with mustard sauce and I often pop in - they are just wonderful.