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Bistango Restaurant

19100 Von Karman Ave, Ste 100, Irvine, CA 92612-6547
949-752-5222
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Ranked #7 of 371 restaurants in Irvine
Price range: RM94 - RM182
Cuisines: American
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Good for: Bar Scene, Groups, Business
Dining options: Reservations, After-hours
Dining style: Casual Dining
Cross street: Martin and Von Karman
Description: Bistango offers artful New American cuisine in the award-winning Atrium Building in Irvine, California. Bistango hosts an extensive bar and a Wine Spectator award-winning wine list with over 400 varieties of wine. The ambiance is further enriched each season by revolving modern art exhibits which are available for purchase. Bistango offers a full-service patio with comfortable furniture and heat lamps to provide al fresco dining at its finest. Our nightly live entertainment and dance floor will complete your experience as you listen to everything from Latin Jazz to R&B to classics to contemporary cover tunes.
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Fountain Valley, California
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16 reviews 16 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

This was my 1st visit, Bistango was recommended and I definitely was not disappointed. I selected one of their "Prix-fixe 3 course menus" Tamarind-Chile Glazed Wild King Salmon. The White Chocolate Cheese Cake was absolutely delicious. I read many reviews before leaving the house and a large number of reviewers commented on the service.....the service is A+! Our server Mark... More

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johannesburg
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33 reviews 33 reviews
18 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013

I was looking forward to my meal here but was quite disappointed - my rack of lamb, ordered medium, arrived "blue" Actually raw. Although they took it back and re-cooked it, it still means that both the kitchen and serving staff ignored the undercooking and served it anyway

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Westwood, New Jersey
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

The reason to go is the decor -- the atrium is amazing and the overall atmosphere is lovely. Wait staff needs to be a bit more, approachable -- they tend to have a bit of an arrogant air. Great time had on a two recent occasions this year.

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Yorba Linda, California
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5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

Steak very undercooked. Sent my wife's dinner back and came back the same way. One more restaurant that needs to be recycled.

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Rancho Cucamonga, California
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2013

The great food is not over priced. You can enjoy anything from a great steak to gourmet dishes, and tasty appetisers. We especially love the friendly staff. Steve the bartender is wonderful. He makes some really awesome cocktails. The band members that are there on Friday and Saturday nights are a must see. They are amazing.

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Toronto, Canada
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25 reviews 25 reviews
21 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2013

We were visiting relative in Irvine and looked up this local spot for dinner. We were not disappointed. Located in a business district, the setting is modern, clean, and very nice with all the art on display. Service was attentive, and friendly. One can always tell when your water glass gets filled right away. Wife had seared scallops and it... More

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Irvine, California
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16 reviews 16 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2013

Constantly changing art exhibits and an "atrium" setting make this restaurant really special. The happy hour is long and has a great selection of not the usual if you want a quick, inexpensive bite. The restaurant is more "special occasion" and has never failed to meet my foodie expectations.

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Southern California
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11 reviews 11 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 December 2012

Party of 8 of us had a great dinner here recently. The wine list is good enough, the food was wonderful and the service very good. I got the $36 prix fixe menu's Flat Iron Steak with the baby spinach salad, delicious. The White choco cheese cake dessert was also great. There is stage area in the restaurant and a... More

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Santa Ana
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11 reviews 11 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 December 2012

Bistango is one of my favorite restaurants. It is a local restaurant, family owned and they have been in bussines for at least a couple decades. Although I am not a regular, I like to go at least three times a year for special occasions. Also, I like to go with people who have never been there because they get... More

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Rancho Santa Margarita, California
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54 reviews 54 reviews
36 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 November 2012

The prix fixed menu at lunch is a good deal, and there are always several specials to choose from. The wines by the glass are innovative: You may choose a 3, 6 or 9 ounce pour which allows you to indulge as much or as little as you wish. It may be a bit noisy for a romantic meal, however.

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