Bouchon Bistro

Great French restaurant in Downtown Coral Gables. The food was good and even more value with the Taste the Gables menu! The best by far was the pastries though the steak and frites deserves a good place too. The service was fast and friendly, and the atmosphere warm and welcoming. Cheers to chef Gabe!

An exceptional dining experience! The food was absolutely delicious, and the restaurant’s ambiance and décor perfectly capture the charm and elegance of Paris. If you’ve ever visited the city, you’ll feel transported back. Our server, Dragan, provided outstanding service—attentive, knowledgeable, and particularly well-versed in Bordeaux wines. Highly recommend!

Solid French bistro. The atmosphere is casual upscale. The staff is friendly, however waited too long for drinks and put in the order. The restaurant was fairly empty so just don’t be in a rush because if you are patient the food is worth it. With that said so many lovely dishes my favorites are the French fries, the roasted chicken, the lobster, French onion soup, the chocolate mousse and the lemon tart. Will return.

Absolutely fantastic dinner. Thomas Keller and his team always deliver a top notch dining experience. The best roast chicken ever! Don’t miss out on the seafood platter, the Petit Plateau and the Salade Lyonnaise. Cap off the evening with the profiteroles topped with chocolate sauce.

Last Friday, I had the pleasure of dining at a fantastic French restaurant, and it exceeded all expectations. The service was impeccable, with our waiter Jorge (I hope I'm not mistaken about his name) providing excellent attention and care throughout the evening. Every dish we tried was absolutely spectacular—flavors, presentation, and freshness were all top-notch. It was truly a memorable experience, and I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for an exceptional dining experience. Thank you for such an unforgettable evening!

Finally made it to Bouchon, partially motivated by Miami Spice menu. It was 10 out of 10. Food and atmosphere were terrific, and only outdone by the service. Allison, just back from two months at French Laundry, may have been the best server we’ve ever had in Miami.

Bouchon is both cozy and upscale. The space is small, and the tables are close together, and that is part of the warm atmosphere. The food is phenomenal. Steak frites(add truffle to the fries), seafood tower(the best ever), French onion soup and Bibb salad, mussels, escargot, caviar service, the trout. The service is always consistently wonderful. The managers are always a pleasure to speak with, I am a Thomas Keller fan and Erin & Hunter are fun to speak with about all the different restaurants and experiences. This is my favorite restaurant and I always highly recommend it!

I recently dined at Bouchon and overall, I would give it 3 out of 5 stars. The food was good, particularly the Steak Tartare, lamb leg, steak and frites, and the escargots, all of which were well-prepared and enjoyable. The profiterole for dessert was also a highlight. However, the portions were quite small for the price, and while the flavors were there, the dishes could have used a bit more seasoning, particularly salt. The service was excellent; the staff were kind and attentive, which made the experience more pleasant. However, the ambience did not quite match the French theme, as the music and overall atmosphere didn't feel particularly French. The restaurant is nice but small, and given the high prices, I expected a bit more. Overall, while the food and service were good, the experience didn't fully live up to expectations.

Can not believe the review is not even 4 stars. The foie gras was absolutely delicious! It was perfectly seared, incredibly fragrant, and well-seasoned. It melted in your mouth and paired so well with the thin toast underneath. It was such a treat. Although foie gras can be rich, I had no problem finishing a whole serving here. I also tried foie gras at Hell's Kitchen, but Bouchon really blows it out of the water. The baked escargots with puff pastry were both fragrant and crispy. The escargots paired with the flaky puff pastry were great, though eating more than a couple can get a bit heavy. The garlic butter mussels were tender and juicy. As a signature dish, it was really impressive. The fries served alongside were also delicious--crispy, made from fresh potatoes , and reminded me a bit of In-N-Out's fries. The dishes we tried were a bit greasy, and I started to feel a little overwhelmed . Probably shouldn't have ordered all of these at once, haha . You might want to try the lamb chops or duck leg next time. The custard ice cream puff dessert was fantastic! The ice cream was soft and creamy, almost like a delicate custard, but still ice cream. It was paired with fresh chocolate molten lava, and the combination of cold and warm was perfect. It was so refreshing, and I couldn't resist having two!

Good but not great. I would pick Pastis or Le Bouchon in the Grove over this place if I am in the mood for French food. Ambiance is nice and service was good but the garlic mussels at Le Bouchon in the Grove are much tastier and better overall. Theirs lacked flavor (not enough garlic or salt). I had the steak frits and it was room temperature and not nearly hot enough. It lacked flavor. Even something a fool proof as fries were bland and needed salt. Pastis has equal or better ambiance and everything I have tried there has been amazing which is why I always go there when I am in the mood for French cuisine. While food was decent to good here, it was not great and I probably wouldn't return. When dinner for 2 is $275+ it should have been amazing.

I've been to the other Thomas Keller restaurants. This was the first time I've left one disappointed. My experience with the service was altogether positive. The staff were friendly, courteous, and attentive. And while the service was a bit slow, that was a reflection of the precision and care that it's provided. This was consistent with the product I experienced at the other Thomas Keller restaurants. The restaurant itself was also beautiful. Frankly, the interior was better than the Bouchon Bistro in Napa. I loved the natural light and decor. My only feedback would be to soften the walls to reduce the noise in the restaurant (without losing that beautiful natural light of course). The issue we had was in the back of the house. First, my mother was disappointed by the lack of quiche, which we were informed was not to the chef's standard. Fair enough, but then the French Onion Soup we had was also subpar by tasting far too sweet. We asked for a croissant, which was not available. Again, I understand there's no bakery there, but it's still disappointing. As was the presentation of the baguette, which lacked the distinctive ear that was so obvious when we had it in Napa. And finally, the steak served with my steak frites was criminally small. This was mentioned on other reviews I've seen. Pictures from other reviews also show some variance on the size. I understand that it's a filet, but I think disclosure on portion size or consistency is in order. I don't like leaving negative reviews about such relatively minor things. But there are clearly issues in the back of the house that are tarnishing the Keller brand, which was (at least for me) flawless up to this point.

When a Thomas Keller restaurant opened in the Gables I was elated at this fine dining option in the area. While I have not been to dine at the restaurant, I have made several visits to the bar which is absolutely fabulous. Think upscale French Brasierrie with good cocktails and cozy ambiance. At first, I didn't think the bar scene at such a nice resataurant would be particularly easy to snag a seat at, but it is! They have a super friendly and knowledgable bar team (shout out to Ray and co for the delish martinis). I've enjoyed dirty martinis, carajillos, French 75s, and French martinis there on my visits and all were great. They also have a solid wine selection. My go to bar snacks are oysters and beef tartare, with the escargot rounding it out for a solid third choice. I need to make my way to dine at the restaurant, but the bar definitely has a hold on me as of late. They also offer happy hour Tuesday - Sunday at the bar or in the courtyard from 4 - 6 pm with cocktail and food specials. We love a good weekend happy hour! I will most definitely be back.

The place was OK. I really expected a lot more. The main waiter was very attentive, but I just wasn't impressed. The place is cute a bit busy looking ... good for group or a date. The steak was overcooked so I waa very disappointed. I had higher hopes for the prices

Loooove the food here. I had the mussels, and escargot as an appetizer. The French bread is delicious and crusty. The waiters are extremely professional and cleanly. The presentation is incredible and the vibe of the restaurant has pinned French bistro perfectly. I am coming here for brunch next!

It was a beautiful evening at Bouchon Bistro. We sat outside on a gorgeous night in the charming courtyard and had a truly authentic French meal. It was easy to forget we were in Miami. The vibe outside was charming and quaint and quiet. The foie gras was so perfect I had to request a second order. The duck, the mussels, the steak tartare all felt like I was either in Paris or at least in Montreal. The service was excellent and our waiters were uncharacteristically warm despite being French . Our only minor quibble was that we were a bit neglected with our wine. We had to keep asking them to please pour us some as the bucket wasn't near us. Can't wait to come back and dine inside as well. Maybe sit at the beautiful bar and order a drink and some apps.

Hubby and ate here for our anniversary dinner and loved it! The restaurant is in the historic La Palma building and has been nicely updated. The seats are comfy. The bar is beautiful. We were greeted warmly when we arrived and our server was great. Our water glasses were always filled. Hubby got a glass of burgundy wine and I had the pineapple mocktail which was great. We shared a cheese tasting course to start which was delicious and came with apricot jam, toasted walnuts, crackers, apple slices, and honey comb. We then had the escargot which was flavorful and came with little puff pastries over each. For our mains, we had the boudin noir and the lamb shank daily special which were so good! The mushroom side was also great. We didn't plan to get dessert as we were stuffed, but since we were celebrating our anniversary, our server brought us a slice of the lime tart which was really good. Will definitely be back!

Had a beautiful dining experience in the outdoor courtyard space of Bouchon. My husband and I had reservations on a Friday night and were seated immediately, being asked if we preferred indoor or outdoor. We opted for outdoor and were led to a great spot that was also seated next to a window looking in the restaurant - the best of both worlds! I know some mention inside is crowded and loud but looking in the window, it honestly it didn't strike me as any worse than the Napa location, for which I felt like I was elbow-to-elbow with the table next to us. Our server, Wendy, was kind and made great conversation while also giving us her recommendations. We started with bread and some pistachios. Like others, I was a little surprised the bread was not served warm. Maybe because this Bouchon lacks a dedicated bakery like the Napa one? Bread was still good though, especially with the butter. Strangely, the nuts were served warm though! And they were delicious. For apps, we opted for some oysters, deviled eggs, and escargot. All of it was delicious but the deviled eggs were the standout for me, so flavorful. My husband got the steak frites and I got the lamb dish for the main. One of the other servers (or maybe someone in management, I wasn't sure! ) recommend we get the mushrooms as a side with our choices and this was a fantastic recommendation - the mushrooms may have been one of my favorite things and it wasn't even originally on my radar! My husband legally was going to order his steak medium rare and it was recommended to order medium due to the cut of steak (which was a bit thicker). This was the right call, it was still very juicy. My lamb was flavorful and delicious as well. We had the profiteroles for dessert which was elegantly served with a chocolate sauce poured on top (see video).

3.5 stars, rounding up due to the good and vibe. Miami spice review : definitely a great bang for your buck. We started with the escargot , delicious. The little puff pastries on top were a nice touch. The steak frites was great, the steak was a little small but flavorful and cooked perfectly, I wish the fries had some sort of sauce or dip. Finished with the profiteroles which were kind of hard, the ice cream And chocolate were fine but the cake part was chewy or Maybe just stale. Other notable gems were the French 75 and the deviled eggs. I don't know if I will be back because it is very expensive ($22 for a bowl of French onion soup). But if you can come for Miami spice or happy hour at the bar I would recommend doing that!

Our experience was disappointing. We heard mixed reviews but thought we would give a shot. We started off with the escargot, salmon tartar and French onion soup. Each tasted like they were missing an ingredient. The escargot can do without the puff pastry. For the main course, we ordered the Dover sole and steak frites. The steak frites is tiny and had no salt. The only reason I am giving them a 2 is because the ambiance was nice. It was a shame spending so much on bad tasting food.

What a lovely experience. If you're looking to step out of Miami's urban city lifestyle and enter a world filled with a romantic, busy, yet warm setting -- i urge you to make your way to Bouchon Bistro. This place is spectacular, the energy, the ambiance, wow so impressed by it all. And of course, the service from start to finish was 5 stars. Greeted with smiles, seated immediately (with no reservation) at a table for two, and the server was extremely attentive, helpful, and just had an overall great energy! We ordered a few things, from steak tartar to escargot, steak frites, a bottle of vino and dessert of course. Oh! And to add to the experience their freshly baked bread is so so good. Honestly, I can't wait to go back and try more items on their menu. Next time, I'll definitely make my way to sit by the bar because it looked like it was calling my name, with how cute, and chic it was! Coral Gables, I think I found my newest obsession!

A gem in the Gables. All the food was amazing. The steak frites is the plate to order. We ordered a bunch of appetizers and all were great. Especially the escargots. The bartender made us some of the best martinis we've ever had.

Absolutely a must if you're in Coral Gables. Very extensive drinks selection, excellent food and ambience. Bon apetite !

Lovely spot, reminiscent of old French brasseries. Enjoyed a seared foie gras; Gnocchi a la Parisienne and the Poulet Roti (rotisserie chicken); and for dessert a crème brûlée. All very good casual French fare.

This restaurant is very well appointed and although elegant it's also very welcoming and has a relaxed atmosphere, it's great for special occasions or simply a night out. The service is immaculate. They serve a great onion soup, the steak frites is delicious but extremely tiny I'd say maybe 4 oz. , I had to return the Beef Bourgogne, it was 90% fat and if it had 2 bites of meat it would be too much. They also have a great wine list.

I have been excited about dining at Bouchon since I made the reservation 2 weeks ago and it exceeded my expectations! The interior is stunning and our server Andrej was fantastic, he was attentive & very accommodating to our many food allergies. To start we ordered the Steak Tartare and Escargot, they were both great appetizers but I have to say the Steak Tartare blew me away. It had tons of flavor, texture was perfect and the charred bread paired perfectly with it. It was my favorite dish of the entire meal. The escargot was also great and I loved the puff pastry on top it made it a fun dish to eat! I ordered the Steak Frites, they do recommend it to be cooked medium because of the cut of steak and I agreed although I usually like my steak cooked rare. It was a perfect medium rare and was topped with shallots and herb butter. The shallots elevated the steak but to me it was still missing something. The fries were crispy, paired well with the steak and were even better after soaking up a bit of the sauce from the steak. My boyfriend ordered the chicken dish and I have to say I did like this dish better than the Steak Frites. There were so many dynamic flavors that you could taste individually with every bite. I will most definitely be ordering this for myself next time because two bites was not enough! I will definitely be back to try more dishes on the menu like the french onion soup and lamb leg & get a chance to sit at the beautiful bar!

Service- outstanding and maybe overkill for a bistro. I don't need multiple people serving and cleaning the table. This is not the French Laundry. Food- not up to the hype. French onion soup- I tried this at every French restaurant and this one was too sweet and too thick. Salmon tartar special was delicious. I love steak and pay premium price for premium cuts, but I felt the pricing was egregious for the type of cut. Flat iron is no filet mignon so the price should have been less. Although it was tasty ( didn't take a picture). Oysters- I expect oysters to be cleaned well especially at $6 an oyster. I've eaten plenty of oysters at different restaurants around the world and at different levels of service so I know what to expect at different price points. As a purist that likes my oysters without condiments, I can say the selection of oysters were great ; I just didn't like the random pieces of shell and gritty bite. Ambiance- quaint especially since it's located in the historic La Palma hotel. Bar- great service at the bar. The bar had a great selection of liquor (I'm always happy when I see Chopin). Service is definitely a 5. Food is good but overpriced. I really wanted to love this place especially since I will be eating at French Laundry soon. I could not in good conscience recommend anyone to go here because you'll leave feeling unfulfilled by the dining experience. Try it out for yourself but be warned that you will overpay.

What else can we say that hasn't been discussed. Service was impeccable, food came out in a timely manner, and it was cooked perfectly. Ambiance is just perfect. We arrived a little early so that we could sit at the bar and have a few drinks while our table was ready. The bartender recommended a few drinks, and we enjoyed the whole experience. Some people actually ate at the bar, and it seems like a good idea for next time... not so formal. After all, it is a Bistro. It's definitely worth coming here.

Wow, what a gem! I took my boyfriend here for his birthday and we had such a great evening. Andres, our server was exceptional, Armani and Luigi the bartenders were great, Chef Garrett is a Rockstar, Hunter the floor manager went above and beyond, and the hostess was so kind as well. We tried many different things and they were all perfect (my photos don't do justice!). Thank you, team. We will be back soon!

Omg I love this adorable romantic place. Step inside and it feels like you're at a small French bistro in the meat packing in NYC. The food is so delicious but the pièce de résistance is the foie gras moose. I have dreams about it. I've even been at dinner around the corner and walked over to sit at the bar just to have an after dinner drink and foie gras moose at bouchon. The staff is super friendly and knowledgeable. It's one of our local spots now that we just love. For dessert our first time there we opted for oysters and they did not disappoint. We so enjoy this place.

I am a fan of Thomas Keller so was so nice to try yet another restaurant of his. The food is always absolutely delicious and the service even better and this place was right in line. The steak frites are a must. The sommelier is very knowledgeable and hospitable. We asked if they could puree something for our 6 month old and came out with carrots. What service! We were then invited to tour their kitchen. Which is such a treat when visiting one of his restaurants as you can see the smiling faces of the staff in the back of the house, the clean facilities and the TVs that share a live feed to their sister restaurants. Always a pleasure! We will be back again.

We were able to score a last minute reservation. We have been to the one in Napa in 2021 and it was really good. I have to say the service here though blew it away. They were very lovely and constantly attending to our table. Food was great too. Photos to follow of course. The building itself is very nice and the bar ambiance is nice too. I would definitely hang out at the bar. The only downside is the difficulty in scoring reservations because of the massive bots that troll these resy and tock websites. Anyway thanks again

Great meal at Thomas Keller's newest Bouchon Bistro in Coral Gables. Started off with excellent home baked bread and butter along with house pistachios. Shared the Bibb Lettuce and Smoked Salmon appetizer--both very good. Enjoyed the pan seared steak frites cooked a perfect medium at the chef's recommendation (more like medium rare, which I prefer) that was topped with butter; quite tasty. Finished the meal off with dessert by sharing profiteroles and an excellent, light crème brûlée. I had a glass of red wine, friends ordered sodas. Total bill, with additional tip on top of the 18% service charge, came to $115 each--quite reasonable given the caliber of food here. Nice ambiance and very attentive wait staff. Will return.

Steak and frites is miniscule, they should say the ounces in the menu. The service was awful, when I say awful!!! Kept calling the waiter for waiter, for everything. Please put the AC, we are in Florida not Europe. After I saw people fanning themselves with the menu, I realized it was not me being hot, the temperature was uncomfortable, even our waiter agreed. I was embarrassed with the couples we went with, it was totally different when the restaurant opened. Better service and steak and frites was much bigger, was a New York strip. Do not recommend. Go to Pastis. Impeccable service and much better value of food for your money.

Terrible to say the least. We've had appetizers at the location in Yountville and the location here in Miami left a lot to be desired. Terrible service as the table lay dirty for a good hour with food bread crumbs and additional silverware even after we told them to clean it. The bread was stale. No one rushed to assist. Not what I'd expect at all.

Wow! This restaurant was amazing. We had been to the one in Napa, but knew we had to go to their new location in Coral Gables when it opened. The waitstaff was knowledgeable, helpful, and nice. The ambiance inside was a bit noisier but felt like a very upscale bustling French bistro--we sat in the garden which was quieter and more calm for a nice date night, though you do miss out on some of the decor. We started with cocktails which were delicious (the Aneth aperitif was a highlight). Oysters and escargot were delicious to start, and the steak frites for my main was so tender and rich. It was an unforgettable meal, and I'm sure their Michelin star will come soon!

The best French food in Miami! I loove this old fashion vibe, the cocktails are also great, the bar is lovely. Service was excellent with some exceptions but I'll def get back for the food and the vibe. Better to book a table upfront! Thank you guys!

We went to Bouchon for Valentine's Day. We had been to Thomas Keller establishments in California, Bouchon & TFL, as well as tried some items from surf club so we were looking forward to enjoy this Michelin starred chef's coral gables restaurant. let me first say, I was on a knee scooter and the staff was more then accommodating for my needs, including offered a pillow for my leg ( now that is service!). We did the valentines menu. The Eli baguette with salted butter and that delicious mustard from France is a great way to start off Sturgeon rilette w caviar : this was rich and decadent and fresh and the accompanying crostini's were absolutely delicious Lobster thermador- a dish that is so indulgent with butter poach lobster upon a flaky dough with mushrooms and spinach underneath bathed in a cream sauce - decadent heaven I got a side of truffle fries- so unnecessary but fried perfection Chocolate mousse- firm chocolate shell, rich dark mousse, the base rye, fabulous. Ambience cozy. Our server was friendly and warm. Would definitely become a regular here, glad this is Less than 2 miles from our home!

Wow!! I can't recommend this place enough. Went for Miami spice and every dish was absolutely phenomenal, truly made me feel like I was in France!

Horrible. Tried to get a table so that my wife and I could sit side by side, but they didn't accommodate us saying that those tables were for 4 people, mind you restaurant was completely empty at the time. And were very rude about it!!!

* Not up to Yountville's quality of food and service * Hard to get a reservation simply because of Keller's name * There's a lot more competition in Miami now; Bouchon has a higher bar * Cannot compete with the innovative excellent dishes of Pastis We've been repeat diners at the original Bouchon in Yountville, along with French Laundry, Per Se and The Surf Club closer to home. Listen, you wouldn't have to wait 2-3 weeks for an off hours reservation here if it didn't have the name recognition of TK. The Gables location is attractive. I hate to base a review on one visit and only three shared dishes, but it was quite ordinary in our opinion. Years ago when Pascals on Ponce was the only good option for French Bistro dining Bouchon would have been competitive. Then came Le Zoo in Bal Harbor, LPM on Brickell and on the high end Atelier de Joel Robochon and Le Jardinier along with so many other restaurants that are now recognized around the country. Finally we have Pastis. Bouchon Miami executes very simple dishes without any wow factor. At Pastis, by comparison, so many dishes blow you away that unless they really up their game here they woh't be able to rely on Keller's name alone forever. One section of the restaurant has very small tables where you are seated within elbow striking distance of your neighbor diners on both sides, barely have room for a seafood platter and two glasses of wine and forget about sharing any secrets. The acoustics are terrible. You hear a cacophony of loud conversations echoed on top of music. If you want French Bistro and you have to choose between Bouchon Miami and Pastis, you have to choose Pastis.

My visit to Bouchon was their first month open. The place is gorgeous in the old La Palma building in Coral Gables. There is an excellent shellfish program "Fruits De Mer" with fresh New England clams, oysters and lobster featured. Huge shrimp as well and you can opt for caviar service too. Our party of 5 opted for the Grand Plateau seafood tower and it was just excellent, 1 lobster, 18 oysters, 6 giant shrimp, 6 clams, and 12 Mussels. The bread was served right on the table cloth with some pistachios as well. The menu is printed on a brown paper bag type paper. The wine list is featured on an iPad or QR code you can pull up on your phone. Our party ordered the Terrine de Foie Gras de Canard. Which is basically spreadable foie gras in a jar. It was served with toasted baguette, excellent, buttery, melty, great! For a fun shareable snack we had the Oeufs mimosa, where are French style deviled eggs, they were the best deviled eggs I've ever had! Creamy and delicious. The menu is ever changing, so keep that in mind, some items might be different or not available by the time you visit. Several of our guests opted for the classic Steak Frites. Note their medium rare was very much on the rare side, so if you prefer an American steakhouse medium-rare, you may want to go medium-rare plus or medium, that said the steak was flavorful and delicious, fries were fresh and crisp. We ordered a special of the evening a braised lamb which was very good. Two of our guests also went for the salmon which was perfectly cooked over lentils. We ordered two sides for the table although we could have gotten by with just one or one, green beans and "Purée de Pommes de Terre" which is a long way of saying "Mashed potatoes" they were average and skippable. For dessert we ordered Profiteroles, which are ice cream sandwiches with a pour of chocolate sauce on them, had tip to our server, who suggested we have them made with pistachio ice cream, which was delicious, a brownie style cake with ice cream, (This has a big "Miami style" sparkler on it for one of our friends birthday, and a classic Crème brûlée. All tasted great, the last two were my personal favorites. Service was prompt and flowing, with the server and ample support staff waiting on our table. The back portion of the dining room is for the larger tables, and as a result is loud, so not the ideal location for a more quiet dinner. The mid section of the restraint is where the two seat tables are, that sounded less noisy although I wouldn't say "quiet". All in all a great first impression, would be interested to do a brunch here as well.

Phenomenal food with excellent service as always. Cocktails were on point and timely. We will definitely be back again.

One of my favorites French restaurants in Miami , the food is so delicious. The restaurant is located in the beautiful historic La Palma Hotel. I came for happy hour with my friends and was amazed by everything we ordered. The drinks on menu were flavorsome, the service was 5 stars and the restaurant ambience was perfect. Can't wait to come back here for brunch.

Michelin? No way. In part did enjoy some things like the Foie Gras Saute that was wonderful. The main courses Truite Amandine and the special Salmon Poele were also very good. However, the special soupe de jour that evening, a gazpacho type, was quite bad. Pass on the escargots unless you like almost 3/4 inch of pastry on top, and not very tasty pastry. The bread rolls, rather hard. In part am ok that they basically just place rolls on the table itself with no plate, but would say this is out of place here. This is not a "bistro" regardless of the name. Worse, all the courses were brought simultaneously, literally minutes after the appetizers were brought. Inexcusable. Michelin stars not what they used to be, seems they are all over now because the State and Oralndo and Miami Counties paying Michelin to come. No matter, Bouchon needs to improve more considering. BTW, place can be uncomfortable too with those bulky table pedestals interfering and don't sit at booth chair either.

This was a big let down on my birthday dinner. This is a beautiful space with a decent vibe. The two of us had a drink before dinner and the two bartenders were excellent. Dinner was a different story. Our server was a bit stand-offish and not very friendly. We ordered the lamb and steak frittes. The fries were hot but the two meats were cold. The butter on the steak never melted and the plates were cold to the touch -- it was an obvious miss. Really not sure how this left the kitchen without anyone noticing. No one came to check on us so we ate the meals. The server had basically disappeared off the floor. When they cleared the plates, we mentioned the food was cold. The manager offered to comp a dessert or drinks, but I explained I did not want anything free. They gave us a dessert anyway. It did not sound like much of an apology, but more of an excuse -- especially because they knew it was my birthday. I would have expected them to at least ask us to come back another time so they could show us the way they do it and that this was a rare mistake. Nope. Cold food is a really big miss. And it was both of our meals. So that makes it an even bigger miss -- especially at a prices where you expect a certain base level of quality. Really a very disappointing birthday dinner.

Met up with a friend/long-time bartender from Delmonico's (Manhattan) at the new Thomas Keller's Bouchon Bistro in Coral Gables. I live in the neighborhood literally 4 minutes aways walking and my friend lives next door to the restaurant. How convenient!!! I went by late Friday night and even after a long busy night, Erin, a manager let us in and proudly showed us the dining room and bar, the ambiance is so approachable and friendly. I said I would be back on Sunday and the General Manager Mr. Harris invited me to come at 5 PM at the bar because it was going to busy. My friends... that is hospitality. I arrived on Sunday at 5 and my friend, a very good bartender ordered the Côtes-du-Rhône, J. L. Chave Sélection, Mon Coeur 2020, wonderful, great on the nose, light on the front with red berries and white pepper on the back. 14% alcohol and 60% Grenache, and 30% Syrah. We had 5 glasses! My friend ordered the Devil Eggs, and I asked the bartender CJ to order some more dishes. He did a great job with the Escargots de Bourgogne, parsley-garlic butter & puff pastry (delicious), Laitue Bibb lettuce & garden herbs with house vinaigrette, the House Bread was very good, but I like it warmed, Pianoforte Saint Marcellin style cow cheese, served with toasted croûtons was strong as mentioned by CJ but the honeycomb filled with natural honey really balanced it out well. The dessert was a slice of a citron tarte and it had very lemony flavor and nice crust. The whole staff was great, and I'll be back to the dinner experience with more friends!

Wow! Definitely tasty. Didn't even get to take pics of all our food. We downed the steak that came with the fries in a matter of minutes! The fries were crispy and stayed crispy the entire meal. The clams were good, but heads up they come cold over ice, not hot in a sauce. Olives were amazing also. Perfectly marinated.. and don't get me started on the bread! Another item we didn't get to take a pic of. 5 stars for me! Everything was great.

A lovey experience, the staff were all extremely nice, so observant and their service was top notch! Definitely the best service we have had in Miami! We got the steak tartar and that was excellent, would absolutely go again just for that! Otherwise the steak and fish we got were good, nothing outstanding or creative in nature but very good French food! The lemon tart was excellent! Not an extensive drink menu for cocktails but the few we had were good. The restaurant is beautiful inside, large bar, good vibes, music not too loud. Overall, would come again - can't wait till they open for lunch.

Bouchon Bistro is a Thomas Keller Bistro located in the newly renovated and beautiful La Palma Building in Coral Gables. If you have visited the old La Palma restaurant in the last decade, you'll be in awe of the current location that brings the old school sophistication back to this block of Galiano. The inside of the restaurant is beautifully done, all the way up to ceilings- seriously, check them out. They are beautiful. The service was excellent as well. I dined on opening night. Our server made excellent recommendations and even sent food back to the kitchen so we could continue enjoying our appetizers rather than being rushed. Any other restaurant on opening night would have rushed the service and forced us to hurriedly finish our apps to make way for dinner course. I was very impressed with this. I had deliciously prepared old fashioneds all night and my glasses of bourbon and water were never empty. For dinner, we tried a lot of items. We had the foie, pate, and escargot. The escargot with the puff pastry on top were easily the best I have had. I was just in France in May. And yes, they were better. The pate and foie were also delicious and I can't wait to go back and try pig ears. For mains, we opted for the famous chicken dish loved at the Yountville location and the Steak Frites. The steak frites were deliciously prepared and my favorite of the two entrees. There's nothing like a perfectly cooked steak with french fries on the side. The chicken was also delicious and a HUGE portion. We took almost half of it home. It was very reasonably priced given the humongous portion and the delicious corn it comes with. For dessert we had the ice cream bon bons with chocolate sauce. I might have butchered that spelling. My apologies. Those were delicious and the chocolate sauce was exquisite. Wanted to take that home as well :) Overall, our meal was fantastic. The fact that it was fantastic on opening night is amazing and a true testament to quality. I am dying to go back but this might be the toughest reservation to get in Miami-- and with reason. Dare I say that the service far exceeded that of the Surf Club.

Stepped in for some drinks and a lite meal. We were able to land two seats at the bar which was quaint and felt like a typical bar in Paris, so that was nice. Our bartender took our drink order right away and told us about the specials. We ordered the salmon tartare and the seared Foie Gras. We found both dishes to be flavorless. Nothing spectacular. The Foie Gras was actually cold. After experiencing these two unimpressive appetizers we decided to not have dinner. We were not impressed, not sure we would be back.

They have tried to create a French Bistro in Miami but it turned out to be a Disney World cafeteria. The place is small and overcrowded. It is EXTREMELY loud. So loud that you cannot have a romantic dinner. My chicken was good but the steak and fries were subpar. Bread and pistachios were served at the beginning without plates to put your hard bread in. Never seen that before. Service was not good at all. I had to be asking for water continuously. This place is definitely not worth the money.

Magnifié! This is one the greatest french cuisines I have ever try in Coral Gables hands down. Highly recommend trying the entrees and going for one main course.

What an amazing French restaurant located in Coral Gables. I was in town for a work conference and ended up here for a business dinner. The ambiance was so cute and cozy. Food was spectacular!! I ordered the steak frites and the flavors were amazing. The service was also perfect as we've had so many issues at other restaurants. This place it to the t. The creme brûlée was one of the best I've ever had. Highly recommend it!

Amazing pastries and service. Carmel macaroon is to die for. I have other favorites but I don't want them to be out when I come- so you'll have to visit and check it out for yourself. If you go in the middle of the week the line is much smaller. The town of Yountville town is worth a visit.

What a great addition to the Gables dining scene. Keller again bats it out of the park with his Bouchon Bistro. This will be a mandatory addition to the Michelin Guide when it comes out. Located in the Historic La Palma Hotel--where we had our wedding reception 26 years ago--is Bouchon, the ideal setting for evoking old world charm. The decor is Parisian chic brasserie. You arrive to the hostess stand and are whisked away to your table. A journey to Paris faster than the Concorde. Immediately our drink order was taken and bread service was begun. My martini was exquisite. Hemingway at the Paris Ritz eat your heart out. We started with the petit Seafood Tower (2 prawns, 1/2 a lobster and oysters) perhaps the freshest seafood I've had in Miami. Then we had the Chef's own caviar. Exquisite. Go with the middle option, excellent buttery taste. Our entrees were the steak and frites and the Moules frites. Both were to die for. The presentation was what you would expect. The Moules' bowl had a side dipping reservoir. Genius. My only quibble was that the steak was not as flavorful as I would've wanted. All was washed down with a great French Loire Sancerre. The servers--if they look familiar they are and are from Miamis finest, such as Fiola--were exceptional. Our Serbian waiter was knowledgeable and when we asked that the meal be slowed he changed the tempo thereof. Giuseppe the GM came by several times to check in on us. The staff was attentive at every turn like hawks ready to pounce at your every request. The cost is reasonable for this caliber of restaurant. And there are some dishes that are really affordable. I can't wait to go back, for a formal dining experience or just a quick bite at the bar. Parking off street or valet.

A new gem comes to Coral Gables! What an amazing experience to enjoy this Thomas Keller bistro. The location is perfect with plenty of off street parking and valet. The restaurant is beautifully decorated with a nice bar area, great lighting and the ambiance of the gables. The hostess area had three hostesses very welcoming and we were seated promptly. Once at our table our server greeted us and gave us plenty of time to enjoy our cocktails. We started with two delicious appetizers, the escargot and pâté, both delicious. The escargot was tender, garlicky and had a puff pastry that was amazingly flaky and buttery. The pâté accompanied with grilled pieces of baguette and a tangy mustard, beautiful! Our mains, the trout almandine and the lamb. The best trout we've ever had, lightly grilled with an amazing taste. The lamb was so tender and flavorful. We also order the truffle mashed potatoes and shared in the delight. We would definitely return to this location and most definitely recommend.

Beautiful restaurant no doubt. We asked for a corner booth seating and the host was very much accommodating. We had beef tartare, steak and frites, ribeye Rossini, spinach and profiteroles. Bread is complimentary. Delicious, more on the small portions side like Surf Club. We love the place and will come back for sure. It gets loud to avoid that I'll suggest early dinner when is not pack. Plenty of street parking.