South Bend Bistro

Exceptional. I would give more than 5 stars if possible. Our meal was superb! I was smiling all the way through it. Creamy whipped butter for our bread, Baked Brie and Harvest Salad for our starters, delightfully presented with flavorful accoutrements. (People next to us loved their scallops.) I had the special, Braised Short Ribs, which were beefy, flavorful, fork tender and enhanced with the evening's wine special, a buttery, bold, smooth cab. My spouse had the Berkshire Pork Chop and enjoyed it as well. His recommended wine pairing, a Nebbiolo, was good. The wine list is well curated. We topped off this fine meal with Creme Brulee (topped with fresh strawberries) and Pot de Creme - luscious chocolate! We were served by the enthusiastic co-owner/sommelier who show joy in what he does. Seating in the restaurant is tight, making it easy to hear others’ conversation.

We love coming to the South Bend Bistro to indulge in higher end service and 5* meals. Our dinner included the filet mignon and the special (seafood stew). We also enjoyed the lobster dip and goat cheese/beets plate. Very yummy! Our server David was awesome. The drinks were great, and the mocktail he made for our daughter was unbelievably good. These guys know their stuff. Definitely coming back for more greatness! Thank you

The South Bend Bistro is our culinary sanctuary, and after countless visits, it remains an unrivaled favorite! David and Cully’s impeccable service makes every trip extraordinary—their warmth, attentiveness, and genuine care make us feel like family. David, in particular, is a wine wizard, consistently pairing our dishes with glasses that leave us, as wine connoisseurs, thoroughly impressed with his spot-on selections. Our latest visit was a masterclass in flavor. We started with expertly mixed cocktails: an Old Fashioned that’s bold yet perfectly balanced and a French Margarita with vibrant, zesty flair. The sea scallops with bacon and asparagus were a sublime blend of tender and savory, while the butternut squash soup was a velvety, heartwarming delight. Our salads were fresh and crisp, priming us for the main event. The pork dish was a succulent triumph, and the salmon and chicken were flawlessly prepared, each bite showcasing the kitchen’s artistry. David’s wine pairings elevated every course, with selections that complemented the flavors so perfectly we were left in awe. For dessert, the raspberry sorbet was a bright, tangy burst, and the flourless chocolate cake was pure decadence—rich, fudgy, and divine. The South Bend Bistro never misses a beat. The food is consistently stellar, the presentation impeccable, and David and Cully’s service, paired with David’s wine expertise, makes every visit a five-star experience. We’ll keep coming back for more!

First rate food and service. Everything was excellent. Salmon was fully cooked but still moist and soft inside, a hard to achieve balance. Clam chowder was amazing. Pasta with sausage was surprisingly spicy, in a good way but I could not taste the truffle. Entrees were $30-45.

Our second time dine here and they never disappointed us. They have the best lobster dip I have ever had, it so creamy and comforting. The filet mignon and halibut is amazing, very fresh, flavorful and super tender. We didn’t have time for dessert since there is a heavy rain after and we sit outside. But overall the experience is awesome, can wait to come back in near future

Great food, David was our waiter. The drinks were fantastic. We had the smoked brie, Halibut, and Tagliatelle with salmon which were all excellent. The Peach tart desert was underwhelming. Great night and food overall.

We’ve been coming to the bistro for many years now and have never left unsatisfied. Last night was no exception. Cully was our server, as he has been numerous times, and was terrific as usual. We were a party of four and had the pork tenderloin special, the salmon, and the short rib rigatoni. For dessert we had the pear tart and the crème brûlée. Everything was absolutely on point. Thank you for another fabulous evening out, we can’t wait for our next visit!

If you are in Sun River, this place is a must! Reservations are highly recommended. This bistro fills up fast. Our food was delicious, the ambiance was cool and soothing, especially considering we sat at the bar (lucky to get a spot with last minute reservation). Best of all, the servers and bartenders at the bar were beyond amazing! Personal, professional, friendly and overall, what businesses need to make happy customers! Just the two of us tonight - we left very happy and felt this place was the jewel of Sun River!

We went for drinks and dessert. The patio seating was perfect, with the tables well spaced for comfort and privacy. As dusk fell they brought out elegant lights for each table, and when our server realized the battery was out on ours, quickly replaced it. Our server, who was also the bartender, was excellent. Affable and engaged, with solid recommendations and just the right amount of conversation. We had several cocktails, all of which were good (if slightly pricey). They make their own limoncello, and the bartender was more than happy to adjust the cocktails to our taste. The peach tart and the crème brûlée were both quite good. Don't be put off by the lavender brûlée, as it was just hint and not at all overpowering. To top off the excellent service, one of our party left a clutch behind and by the time we got home the hostess had called to say they had found it and were holding it for us. A great spot for a nice evening out!

We visited this restaurant for the first time the other day and were so impressed. The food was fantastic, the wine menu exceptional and our service was perfect. A beautiful, memorable evening meal on the patio. Vert fresh salmon and halibut. Will definitely be back again.

Still going strong here. Came back and had a very solid experience in this intimate restaurant, almost certainly, the best fine dining in Sunriver. We had the crab cakes (excellent, nice and crisp if a bit too much sauce) and the beet salad to start (very good). Then the filet and the brown butter truffle tagliatelle. Both were excellent. God I miss the chicken from the menu I must confess -- please bring it back. We skipped dessert. Service was excellent, the atmosphere just fine: casual with a formal overtone.

The food here is incredible. The Halibut is our usual go to. It seems really unassuming from the outside but the food and service is top tier. Crab cakes are great!

When my wife and I ate at this bistro a few years ago we described it to friends as the best restaurant in Sun River. No way I can say that now. Rather than describe in detail our complaints, we agreed the menu lacked both imagination and quality. Too bad. Two points in particular: Don't order the tasteless filet or the clam chowder (my wife could not finish it). I should correct one thing, if you relish a huge portion of potatoes, get the filet. When I receive that many potatoes with a meal, I have to check to see if I'm eating at a truck stop. This is the second review I have ever made public, so please believe me when I say I do so now only because of my disappointment.

Everything we ordered was perfectly prepared. The pork chop with the mustard sauce was delicious and perfectly cooked. The crab cakes were so good that we forgot to take a picture of them before we ate a few of them. My husband said the brown butter cake with the Carmel sauce was so good that he is already talking about the next time we are in town that he would crave going to South Bend Bistro. We would highly recommend this bistro for dinner. Make sure you make reservations as they fill up fast.

Food, service and ambiance were impeccable. Far outweighed our expectations and can't wait to go back!

Took some out of town friends here for dinner. Excellent all around. Drinks, appetizers, dinner to dessert. It was very enjoyable. Our waiter was very friendly and professional. Recommend them for a date night too.

Wow! I've been coming to Sunriver for years and have generally avoided eateries within the property because they were just so mediocre at best. The ratings for SBB looked promising, so for our last and only non-smoky day in Sunriver we decided to take a chance. The main things I rate a restaurant on are 1-food/drinks, 2-service, 3-ambiance, 4-cost. Food was excellent. Delicious bread came out with soft butter right away and we enjoyed it very much. Could have eaten a whole loaf, LOL. Cocktails came out soon afterwards. I had a tasty marionberry mule, and they made a creative mocktail for my 18 yr old daughter that she thoroughly enjoyed. Entrees were incredible. My pork chop was very tender and everything that went along with it. We both found ourselves licking our plates because even the sauce was so good. Dessert - we split a flourless chocolate cake. It was tiny, next time I'll order my own dessert so I don't have to share! Service was just right. He was there when we needed him, but not overbearing and not neglectful either. Ambiance - it is a cute little bistro with outdoor seating and a chill vibe. Cost - it was like eating in Portland, so no sticker shock for me. I'd say it was appropriately priced for the quality of the food and service, but on the 'special occasion' end of price. I would definitely come back again!

Quaint restaurant with tight quarters, but felt cozy. Friendly staff and good service. Not long wait times. They do offer a bread and butter service. They have a good selection of wine and not just U.S. wine, which I greatly appreciated. Sometimes it is nice to sip on something I cannot buy myself in a store. Strongly recommend getting the crab cakes. They were scrumptious. I ordered the duck which was cooked perfectly and had great flavor. My husband got the orecchiette pasta with Italian sausage...lots of fennel flavor. It could have used more tomato in the sauce. For dessert, we had the flourless chocolate cake, which was good.

This was the best food I've eaten in my life. I've never had food, let alone a salad leave me speechless and not wanting it to end. South Bend Bistro did us right. What you don't see because we got too eager is our appetizer. It was CARPACCIO Thinly shaved prime Fillet Mignon steak with crème fraîche, sea salt, green onion and truffle oil. Oh my goodness. If heaven had a taste I would imagine it was this dinner tonight. Thank you for a wonderful anniversary dinner South Bend Bistro.

I don't give many reviews but our dining experience at the South Bend Bistro was exceptional. I had the special that night consisting of three lamb chops done perfectly, medium rare with a wonderful Demi glaze, mashed potatoes (substituted) and fresh prepared green beans. My wife ordered the rigatoni as a main dish and it was delicious. We had the clams as an hors d'oeuvre that I would order every night. Colin, our server paired our meal with the perfect bottle of wine. And there you go!

This is a local gem. Interior is cozy and beautiful. All the dishes were high quality and delicious. The four of us started with Manhattans and wine. Warm bread and butter was brought to our table. Scallops appetizer was to die for. Ask them to add one for a few extra bucks. Caesar salad was great and enough to share. Our entrees included: rib eye steak, crispy chicken, salmon and quail. All expertly prepared. Our server, David, is a sommelier and was extraordinary in his recommendations, service and warm hospitality.

What's not to like about South Bend Bistro, the food has amazing flavors, consistent on on my favorite dishes. Did I mention the sea scallops, these little round jewels will make you asking for more. The service is top notch with David at the realm, with knowledge of any wine/mixed drink that you desire. When you walk into this little gem the quiet and cozy tells you why your there.

Visit every time we come to SR! The service, the food and the crab cakes we ate too fast to get a picture of!

Wondeful little gem. Great ambiance, service and solid food. Sat at the bar for a date night and the food did not disappoint.

This is a great place for fine dining! Amazing menu that you can't go wrong with no matter what you order. Wonderful wine list and they are happy to let you taste before you buy. Cozy, romantic dining room. Service is spot on, there when you need them yet no pressure to hurry any stage of your dining experience. Worth the drive from Bend!

For an intimate dining experience in the Sunriver area this is your place. Food is excellent and service is also. Prices are steep for what it is so this is the occasional dining locale.

The best restaurant and food in Sunriver hands down. Pricey but worth it. So delicious, drinks were amazing, the food was even better. The ambiance was great it was calm and quiet. The service was great.

The best spot for dinner in Sunriver---on the patio, in the warm summer months, and avoid the dark, cramped interior. Service was impeccable. Ambiance, outside, was convivial and relaxed. (Mosquitos come out in force after dark, though, so be prepared...). Enjoyed the filet mignon,'duck breast, king salmon, and halibut entrees . Lemon pot de crème was a fun twist, for dessert.

Environment was amazing, drinks were good and most of the meal was one to write home about...until I received my filet. After ordering a medium rare filet I was served an almost well done steak. I mentioned to my server that it was not cooked to my request to which he responded it was the outdoor light impacting the color, this was incorrect. When he returned to the table he expressed they were out of filet (WHAT RESTAURANT RUNS OUT OF THEIR MAIN COURSE ON A HOLIDAY WEEKEND?)... The so called manager, whom was dressed the same as the waiting staff also tried to argue with me about the cook of the steak. What was a great meal from the start ended leaving a very sour taste in our mouths. What could have been a couple hundred dollar meal and a raving review turned into this. Do not recommend.

What a cute place! The service was great and the ambiance is very intimate and romantic. Great date place. I highly recommend the rigatoni. I said "yum" after every single bite!

This was a nice place to get dressed up for dinner in Sunriver! Our server was very kind and attentive. I'm giving 3 stars because for the price of the food I would have expected larger portions, especially for the pasta dishes. The layout of the tent was a little strange as the heaters didn't provide warmth to all of us. Overall the food was pretty good though!

Terrible service, food is mediocre at best, and the owners are rude woke jerks, I will not be returning.

We finally made it to dine here. We waited too long. It lived up to the hype! We started with the scallops- don't miss these, perfectly cooked with a little piece of bacon on it! For our main course I ordered the filet, it was perfectly cooked Med rare with a char on the outside. He decided to step out of his usual picks and had the quail, it was delicious! The ambiance is quaint and romantic, the service was excellent and the food was the star of the show!

Excellent service and intimate space. I've never had a bad meal here. This was my go to place for all celebratory events until they stopped serving the duck - but now duck is back! Halibut and duck are exceptional - baked brie is also awesome if they have it. I don't like creme brûlée but my family does - and they love it.

We celebrated our anniversary here and couldn't be happier! The service was a bit slow but sitting outside under umbrellas is a nice venue. We ordered rigatoni with jumbo shrimp and filet mignon...FABULOUS meals. The waitstaff was polite and prompt. Thanks for making our anniversary special.

Absolutely delicious! My family loves this little hidden gem! My kids (now 11 & 14) always ask to come here. Appetizers, dinner, dessert...all wonderful! We enjoy the outside seating area in the summer and the quaint little indoor seating in the winter. There's a little bit of something for everyone on the menu. We love their non-alcoholic margaritas too-such a fun twist on the original if you have to drive or have kiddos!

The food was amazing and so was the service! The filet mignon melted in my mouth and the garden salad was incredible!

First time at South Bend Bistro and it did not disappoint! We sat at the bar and enjoyed the scallops, salads, crispy skinned chicken, and pasta. It was all melt in your mouth. I'd suggest paying $9 more for double the scallops ;)

First time to Sunriver and this place came highly recommended. Thought I would give it a go and I am glad that I did. Quaint and cozy crossed with modern presentations of food and flavor galore. Will admit that the menu looked basic upon first glance but the presentation and flavor profiles proved me wrong. Cute place dropped in the middle of the woods with a super friendly staff and lovely covered back patio. Arwen made the whole experience a true delight. Recommend if you are ever passing through.

Decided to treat myself to a nice meal on my last evening in Sunriver, this trip... And what a treat it was! How did I miss this treasure previously? My meal was the rigatoni and summer salad--simply outstanding each dish and particularly together. I look forward to returning as Sunriver is a favorite place. (Can't rate the ambiance or service as it was take out however, the staff was gracious both ordering and pickup.)

I went on line to look at the menu and wine list and thought this would be a nice place to have our anniversary dinner. I was so very wrong. We were seated at a table with flies flying around the window. Then my husband had a huge ant on him. We told our server we like to eat slow and not be rushed. We ordered drinks and an appetizer. She kept coming back to ask for our dinner order but we hadn't yet received our appetizer. 30 minutes later I asked her about the appetizer and she said she didn't take an appetizer order. Then she corrected herself and said the tartare takes time. 10 minutes later the appetizer arrived. I wanted halibut plain, no salt and no seasoning on the fish or my vegetables. I couldn't eat any of my dinner, it was so salty. Don't waste your money going here. Try The Kitchen at the Sunriver Resort. It's in the lobby. Better service, servers listen attentively and food it great.

I am sorry to write a bad review, but I thought I had selected a good restaurant to take my wife for our anniversary dinner. We had tried Carson's American at the Sunriver Resort earlier in the week and while the food wasn't spectacular, the service was exceptional. Seeing that the chef at the Bistro was a woman, I selected this versus a couple of other recommended spots in Bend, since we have been pleasantly surprised when choosing a female chef in the past. Unfortunately, this experience turned out to be much less enjoyable. My wife and I were not ravenous, so we skipped salad and shared an appetizer of three crab cakes. The crab texture was evident, but the flavor was completely masked by the deep fried taste of whatever oil these were prepared in. Not good. Hoping this was a on-off, my wife ordered the pistachio crusted halibut while I made the mistake of ordering the porkchop which was described as including a sweet potato puree and roasted Brussel sprouts. Luckily, my wife enjoyed her almost perfectly cooked halibut, but I, alas, was served a fatty and barely cooked pork chop that was as tough as round steak and smothered in a cherry(?) puree. I was unable to find the promised sweet potato ingredient anywhere. The web site promised a sommelier, but none appeared and I ended up choosing a nasty Pinot Noir (not on purpose, mind you) since a Merlot by the glass was unavailable (apparently). The service here was also under par for a 4-star restaurant. Our waitress was abrupt, asked the standard questions, but didn't really seem very interested in our answers, which she sometimes did not wait for. When we arrived, the place was not very busy, but business picked up 30 minutes later, we received only cursory attention. Overall, I have received better food and service at chain restaurants.

Abysmal service. Infact it looks like they serve customer who look a certain way. We went in, server tells us the waiting is more than 1.5 hrs. And we don't see anyone waiting. We still put our name in, they didn't even bother to call!!

Wow! Food was amazing, service was friendly and knowledgeable. If you're in the area this is a must do! Pork chop was juicy and large, scallops best ever.. The harvest salad I will have dreams about for quite awhile... seriously, a salad

Food can be very greasy n that's all you taste. It only took us 2 times to try their food and that was it. No more visits. Sorry!

I personally called and spoke with Laura, to do a special request order for a 70th birthday dinner evening for a friend & her party, I asked about having a bottle of champagne to be presented at their table upon the party's arrival. I asked and discussed several options, of specific bottles that might be available. I selected one of several options, a specific bottle/brand/vintage. The price was determined and I agreed, along with a 20% tip added on for the phone in order. It was charged to my credit card. All was in order. However, when I was shown, a photo of the actual bottle that was served, it was a totally different one. It was not something that I had considered. Needless to say, I was shocked. I did not know if it was a more or less expensive bottle or anything l would have preferred over the one that I ordered or asked for. I feel, I should've been called and asked about, beforehand, whatever options, and, whether or not to 'upgrade', or whatever....before it was served and presented. I would have been more than willing to do so, had I known beforehand. The fact of the matter is; that I feel that I should have been called and notified, ahead of time, of the substitution. On another note, I understand the food was great!

We had a great evening at The Bistro! Excellent cocktails to start followed by an order of crab cakes to split as appetizer. Very nice quality crab cakes were moist inside and crisp outside with a lovely presentation. I had the filet cooked perfectly and my dinner companion had the lobster special. We sat inside which is always intimate and cozy. Hoping the place gets busier as summer comes and the patio will open up too. This place is a must for a special dinner out when staying in Sunriver.

South Bend Bistro never disappoints. Always a fabulous outing with husband, girlfriends, family, and friends. Love the food, service, wine list, heated patio, and ambiance. Well, love everything except the entitled, self-possessed, pretentious types who show up without reservations, insult the staff and the locals who love this establishment.

The Filet Mignon is amazing. The best I have ever had. Beautiful patio seating. Wonderful service. This is a must while in the Sunriver area. Perfect for date nights or anniversary dinners.

This was our first time to South Bend Bistro and it was small, charming, and classy on the inside. Cully was our server and he was very attentive and knowledgeable! There were 6 of us and everyone loved the Crispy Chicken, Pork Chops, and Salmon. We know several friends who say that South Bend Bistro is their favorite restaurant and now I know why!! Perfect spot for a special occasion or out of town guests!

This place sucks! Plain and simple. Service was terrible and food wasn't much better

Again, Yelp helped me select this one. The reviews were raving, so we had to try it...plus, they had happy hour. We ordered a couple of cocktails to start and got a couple of happy hour appetizer options. We ordered the HH charcuterie plate, the pork belly and salads. The charcuterie plate was a bit disappointing in size, however, the prosciutto was one of the best we've ever had. The pork belly was quite tasty and the salads were good too. The best part about the place was the ambiance and the staff. Everyone was extremely friendly and warm and the place was quaint and cute.

I travel all over the world and I try to treat myself after a long day's work to a really good meal. This was among the best meals I've ever had. I ordered all appetizers (they just looked too good) plus a cab and a chocolate cake dessert. Bread and butter was brought out with water. The bread was very good, the butter was a bit rock hard, would have preferred more room temperature, but that's a nit in the overall picture. Scallop appetizer - really delicious, just perfect, and the sauce and vegetables, though sparse, were very good and they all complemented each other well. Carpaccio appetizer - probably the best I've had, but it had too much rock salt on it, just an aberration I think, but I had to pick many of them off. I liked this a little less than the other 2 appetizers, but it was still delicious. Pork belly appetizer - this was among the best dishes I've ever had. The flavors mixed together incredibly, though I thought the peanuts didn't belong in this dish, so I left them on the side. I can't even begin to describe how delicious this appetizer was. The cab, from California wine country, was quite good and the pour was generous and in a traditional vortex wine tasting glass. I hadn't eaten all day, so I got dessert too. The chocolate cake was good but not other-worldly like some of the other dishes. It was supposed to be warm but it was cold. Everything was home made, even the ice cream scoop on top. The presentation on everything they brought out was a piece of art. And the waiter was very good, coming by just enough but not bothering me. Also, he brought out the appetizers sequentially instead of all at once, which I really appreciated. This place is right in the middle of a tourist trap and they could have served hot garbage and people would fall victim for lack of choices. But they did things right and put a world class establishment together that could compete with culinary fare in San Francisco. For $70 out the door, this was a bargain. Wish I lived here, I would come back over and over.

Went for our anniversary and weren't disappointed. Crab cakes tasted of crab and the complex flavors of the spices and other ingredients. Best green salad we've ever had. Roasted duck didn't need a knife and was delicious. Pistachio encrusted halibut was a joy. Day was supposed to be in the nineties and it never reached 70. Our purposely-chosen patio seating was chilly. Our waiter concocted a hot cider non alcoholic drink for us that was certainly warming and full of sweet, spicy, and even a bit of savory flavors. He helped to make a chilly night into a pleasant one. A great waiter, wonderful mean, lovely ambience for a special day. We'll be back.

This is my second review of this restaurant! We had the good fortune of enjoying two spectacular meals during our Sunriver stay! Everything was fabulous...filet mignon, halibut, scallops & orechetti . I want to also acknowledge the exceptional service we received from Arwen & Culley. Such a pleasure when service, meals & ambiance all combine for a most magical dining experience Carmen C.

Be prepared for a larger bill than other restaurants in Sunriver. That being said- I thought the outdoor atmosphere was beautiful. All three sides were open for proper airflow. Lots of lights and heaters! The food was awesome. Appetizer of Brie was good but a little small for $16. The bread served with it and with the meal was perfect. I had a Caesar salad and pasta that was very good. My husband loved his steak with the add on of 2 scallops. The dessert espresso martini was perfect with the flourless chocolate cake. We were warm though we were seated against the open railing so our back got a little cold. The inside seats were toasty warm. There is an additional $10 charge for heaters at each table but if you are willing to have an expensive dinner out the $10 is well worth it. The servers were friendly and attentive. The food came out hot. No complaints from me! Just make a reservation and be prepared for the price tag!e

Great food, had the pork chop and it was wonderful. Get the crab cakes for sure. I'll definitely be back.

Bends best fine dining. Highly recommend this place. Great food. Absolutely great service.