48 Bistro

Disappointing experience, especially considering this price in here. The French onion soup wasn’t very traditional, and the beef tartare came with salad dressing that completely ruined the flavour. The beef quality was just average. The steamed mussels in wine sauce tasted okay but were not hot enough. For a French bistro, the staff barely spoke any English, and one male waiter who slim, had a poor attitude. Would not recommend or return.

I had a very pleasant dining experience at Bistro 48. The food was genuinely impressive — well-executed, flavorful, and thoughtfully presented. You can tell the kitchen puts real care into both ingredients and technique. The service was also a highlight: attentive, polite, and professional without being intrusive, which made the overall atmosphere comfortable and enjoyable. However, one issue significantly detracted from the experience. The restaurant does not accept card payments, and instead repeatedly cites “machine errors” as the reason. This feels less like a temporary technical problem and more like a standing practice, which can be inconvenient and frustrating for customers who expect basic payment flexibility. While the quality of food and service makes Bistro 48 worth visiting, the lack of transparent and reliable payment options is something the management should address seriously.

Absolutely great for the money. Western style food. Not too expensive and in walking distance to city central. The staff was nice and friendly. Highly recommended.

Absolutely recommended. The rating is nothing compared to the service they provide. They are very attentive and polite, the atmosphere is very elegant, the food is delicious. Considering it's a steak, they didn't take long to process my order, and the drinks are spectacular. They deserve 5 stars.

The place is nice. Food so so. Scallops were over cooked. Steak was ordered Medium Rare, but came closer to medium. Pasta was soggy. It is not going to be the best experience. It was just better than walking in the rain hungry.