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Bistro 5, Medford, MA

Bistro 5

4.8
4.8
2143 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Innovative
Bistro 5 is located in Medford, MA just minutes from downtown Boston. "A quintessential neighborhood spot" boasts The Boston Globe.
Chef/Owner Vittorio Ettore and his team serve the finest Italian fare with French and Spanish influences while focusing on farm-fresh local ingredients. The ever changing Chef's Tasting Menu keeps Boston's most distinguished palates returning time and again for seasonally fresh dishes that embody the warmth and richness of Chef Vittorio's own hospitality.
Bistro 5 also offers a full bar and extensive cocktail and wine list featuring unique wines at exceptional values.
The restaurants 2 dining rooms are richly appointed and can accommodate parties of up to 100 guests, making Bistro 5 the perfect venue for your next office party, family gathering, or special event.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, European, French
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (781) 395-7464
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Vittorio Ettore
  • Catering
    Bistro 5 caters to a spectrum of events from casual cocktail parties to formal sit down dinners. We provide innovative cuisine to please any palate using the freshest, local ingredients, and professional service. For more information, complete the form on the private dining page at www.bistro5.com or call to speak to our event coordinator.
  • Private party facilities
    At Bistro 5, our personal service approach ensures we execute every detail of your event beyond your expectation. Bistro 5 has the heart and personality of a local favorite but also boasts the sophisticated Northern Italian fare found in a destination dining experience.
  • Neighborhood
    Medford
  • Cross street
    High Street
  • Parking details
    There are several places to park your vehicle. 1. On High Street in West Medford Square, meters until 7pm 2. Along the commuter rail on Playstead Road, metered until 7pm. 3. Municipal parking lot behind Bargain Spot Liquor Store; in West Medford Square on the opposite side of High Street.
  • Public transit
    From North Station you can take the commuter rail on the Lowell Line outbound one (1) stop to West Medford. We are directly across Playstead Road from the train platform to the right of the bank. It is approximately 11 minutes from North Station.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • New Year's Eve Tasting Menu

    $95.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Amuse Bouche Served with Prosecco Roasted beets, orange-scented ricotta, crispy shallots Appetizers Crispy Oysters Smoked salsify gelée & tobiko Duck Confit Strudel Duck confit with currants, herbs & and blood orange emulsion Dinner Braised Short Rib Fresh Perigord black truffles, truffled mashed potatoes & grilled king oyster mushroom Lobster Risotto Meyer lemon risotto, saffron, leek & orchid Dessert Chocolate Pear Tarte Taten Browned butter whipped cream & amaretti crumbs Passion Fruit Thyme Cheesecake Shortbread crust, mascarpone
    New Year's Eve Tasting Menu Photo

Offers

  • Two-Buck-Tuesday Oysters Only $2 Every Tuesday

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - Thu - 5:00 PM - 8:45 PM,Fri - Sat - 5:00 PM - 9:45 PM
    Enjoy $2 local oysters every Tuesday, while supplies last only!

What 2,143 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bistro 5 in West Medford offers a "really special place" with "excellent food and drink." Guests rave about the creative and exquisite chef tasting menus by Chef Vittorio, paired with thoughtfully chosen wines. The service is consistently praised as attentive and friendly, making it "Medford's best restaurant." Perfect for special occasions or an adventurous dining experience.

2,143 Reviews
  1. barbra

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Horrible. From the service to the food. We have been long time customers since its inception. This was supposed to be a special occasion, and it was just destroyed by the lack of service, attentiveness and quality.

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  2. Madi

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love coming here! Had a small family celebration the other night and called ahead to see if we could do anything special for dessert, they were super accommodating and everything was perfect. Food was delicious and the staff were amazing!

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  3. Nora

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a delight. The food and wine pairings were perfect.

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  4. Diane

    Greater Boston

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The Baccala course was way too salty. The oyster course and halibut was outstanding.

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  5. Dorothy

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    42 reviews

    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed the Feast of the Seven Fishes special menu. The first course was crispy fried oysters on an unbelievably delicious sauce. Chef Vittorio came to our table to describe each course, something we very much enjoyed. The food was, as always, delicious and beautifully presented.

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  6. karen

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    48 reviews

    5.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had not been to Bistro 5 in a few years, and it was even better than we remembered! Menu was varied, food was delicious and service was outstanding! Definitely will return.

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  7. James

    Greater Boston

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This Bistro provide imaginative food, well prepared and fairly priced. Wait staff is attentive. Appreciated that chef stopped by requesting feedback on the dining experience. Only drawback was the noise level, worsened by some high alcohol consuming neighboring tables making conversation almost impossible.

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  8. Don

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bistro 5 is one of the best restaurants in Greater Boston. Last evening our drinks, apps, mains and dessert were all excellent. Like really excellent. We ate at the bar, which was lively, congenial, fun. The staff is welcoming and attentive. Highly recommended!

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  9. Brett

    Nashville

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Time and again - good food, reasonably priced in a pleasant, cozy environment.

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  10. Liane

    VIP

    Dallas

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service and an all around great atmosphere for brunch.

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FAQs

Bistro 5 offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (781) 395-7464.

Bistro 5 is rated 4.8 stars by 2143 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Bistro 5

5 Playstead Road, Medford, MA 02155

Additional information

  • Cross street
    High Street
  • Neighborhood
    Medford
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, European, French
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    There are several places to park your vehicle. 1. On High Street in West Medford Square, meters until 7pm 2. Along the commuter rail on Playstead Road, metered until 7pm. 3. Municipal parking lot behind Bargain Spot Liquor Store; in West Medford Square on the opposite side of High Street.
  • Public transit
    From North Station you can take the commuter rail on the Lowell Line outbound one (1) stop to West Medford. We are directly across Playstead Road from the train platform to the right of the bank. It is approximately 11 minutes from North Station.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Vittorio Ettore
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (781) 395-7464
  • Catering
    Bistro 5 caters to a spectrum of events from casual cocktail parties to formal sit down dinners. We provide innovative cuisine to please any palate using the freshest, local ingredients, and professional service. For more information, complete the form on the private dining page at www.bistro5.com or call to speak to our event coordinator.
  • Private party facilities
    At Bistro 5, our personal service approach ensures we execute every detail of your event beyond your expectation. Bistro 5 has the heart and personality of a local favorite but also boasts the sophisticated Northern Italian fare found in a destination dining experience.
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