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"Seared Tuna & Foie Gras is spectacular" [Time Out NY]
"Downtown style with a softer edge...Bistro 33 is a capital addition to the neighborhood's global cuisine" [**Newsday]
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Customer Reviews (73 reviews)
NYCNICKK
on Citysearch Nov 09, 2009I was there 2 weeks ago, I walk into the store and there was only 2 people inside, I sat on a 4 people table and the waitress gave the dirty look and said to me "Sir you have to sit on 2 people table because we are getting... (more)
parisgreen04
on Citysearch Aug 02, 2009I had HIGH hopes for Bistro 33. It's so close to my house...it broke my heart when I went there and everything seemed over priced and the shrimp dish I ordered came and was TINY. 3 Tiny shrimp and about a 1/4 of a cup of salad... (more)
forzato
on Citysearch Feb 23, 2009I was excited when this place opened up in my neighborhood. It's a short walk from my apartment and the food is AMAZING. But I've been screwed twice. I've given them every chance and they've failed to redeem... (more)
salonikamama
on Citysearch Jan 25, 2009I was at the restaurant on Friday night. The owners seemed to be having a fight amongst themselves that went outside in heated discussion. However the very professional staff kept their heads above the fray. The... (more)
cillmylandlord
on Citysearch Jan 24, 2009Every experience I have had at this restaurant has been delightful. I have nothing but great things to say about the food and the service. I have been fequenting the restaurant since its opening and find the food to be... (more)
OliversTravels
on Citysearch Jan 22, 2009We tried this place a year ago, and although the service was not special, inventive menu & impressive skills of the chefs made us recommend this place to friends all over. To all people saying that Astoria had lost it,... (more)
MandMastoria
on Citysearch Jan 10, 2009So after all this hype in the yellowcab ads we thought we'd find a new favorite in our hood but walked away really dissappointed. The place was dingy (dirty floors and smudged tables, stained chairs with crumbs on them... (more)
mrsgodzilla
on Citysearch Dec 31, 2008The one thing working against Bistro 33 is its size- the place is downright small. That being said, the service is pretty good, the specialty cocktails are tasty, the ambiance is nice, but it's the food that takes it to... (more)
nimmooo
on Citysearch Oct 04, 2008One of the best meals I've had in New York. Went to dinner with my boss and two clients from Japan and the whole dining experience was impeccable...everything from the food to the service. My table manners and... (more)
ShnnnS
on Citysearch Jul 05, 2008Holy hell this restaurant is amazing! The food is excellent, the service is great, the atmosphere is relaxing and upbeat, the waitstaff is courteous, well versed in the menu, and fun. The first time I ate at Bistro... (more)
ednrtn
on Citysearch May 23, 2008Didn't know anything about this place, but my friends all raved about this place so I went with them the other night. Everything was great! My girlfriend got a bunch of sushi and I had a short rib burger that was awesome.... (more)
HollyOC
on Citysearch May 17, 2008I had read a good review about this restaurant in TONY and I decided to try it out for brunch with my husband and his cousin. The server was very pleasant, but we should have taken our first cue from the fact that there was... (more)
madeline13
on Citysearch May 05, 2008The food and atmosphere in this restaurant our great. I have been there a few times for dinner and it is wonderful. The service is very nice once you are sat. There is even a great outdoor area. The service was even nice... (more)
cohebalover
on Citysearch Mar 27, 2008I gave this place a try .I thought it would be good.... ughhh old nasty sushi. I returned two pieces and did not bother eating the rest...it truly was old and nasty...never going back... (more)
fasaria
on Citysearch Mar 22, 2008Great food in terms of tase and quality. Unique menu, prices a little bit high,but it's worth it. Loved the lamb chops. Just wish it was a bit bigger. (more)
Lizluv45
on Citysearch Mar 06, 2008I have been there several times and have never been disappointed. The cuisine is out of this world, I've had my share of sushi and the sushi here is excellent, very fresh and well prepared. If you're not in the mood for... (more)
sjaw123
on Citysearch Mar 03, 2008Small place, but the food is delicious!!! Probably the best sushi I have had in Astoria,hands down! Wait staff was very curteous. I will def. be going back there again. (more)
mattmm13
on Citysearch Mar 02, 2008I THOUGHT SUNDAY NIGHT would be a good time to visit Bistro 33. No such luck. They only have about eight tables for two and four bar stools. Then they cram in another two tall, bar-style tables and stools in the middle of... (more)
merilynnt
on Citysearch Feb 17, 2008I saw a lot of negative reviews on here but I really liked this place. The waiter was very friendly and attentive/actually had a sense of humor. I had a fresh raspberry sake-tini that was delicious and their sushi was as... (more)
kayteebugone
on Citysearch Jan 02, 2008I was a huge fan of Lil' Bistro 33 when it was located on 36th Ave. I thought it would be a great idea to try out their new digs on Ditmars for New Year's Eve dinner BUT, I was wrong. I called in a reservation a week in advance... (more)
snarla
on Citysearch Oct 28, 2007why is this here? astoria is a diverse family neighborhood being gentrified at an alarming pace and restaurants like this don't help. I tried to keep an open mind but found the atmosphere too park-slope like, and the... (more)
eileenonjess
on Citysearch Sep 30, 2007Went to brunch on Sunday there for my first time, and there were people there but it was not overcrowded. The menu was interesting, very eclectic (brie and sliced apple omelette), everyone could definitely find... (more)
nikiq
on Citysearch Sep 01, 2007Bistro 33 is a great addition to Astoria. I'm so glad they relocated from 36 Ave! The space is more than double and there's an outdoor Bistro now. This weather is so perfect for outdoor dining and brunching! I have... (more)
sleepies
on Citysearch Aug 07, 2007What a great addition to the neighborhood. I saw this place on my way down to Astoria Park for some sun one afternoon and came back for dinner. We were able to sit outside and people watch while we enjoyed great food and... (more)
jayjay23
on Citysearch Aug 07, 2007What a great place to hang out. Stopped by Saturday night around midnight with a few friends. They have some interesting sake drinks and a pretty cool beer selection and the sushi bar is open late if you want a snack. The... (more)
starrbellie
on Citysearch Aug 02, 2007Staff was rude. Chef is clearly ambitious and arrogant, but food is mediocre and overpriced. Atmosphere (or lack thereof) and ordinary food do not justify the price. Do not recommend eating here.... (more)
e10
on Citysearch Aug 01, 2007Come for the food, leave for the 'tude. That's what we did last night, our second and final visit to Bistro 33. Upon arrival of our appetizers, Crawfish tempura and Bistro's 3- yellowtail, tuna and salmon sashimi with... (more)
Contributor
on Citysearch Jul 30, 2007Blending French and Asian culinary influences for lunch and dinner, including a sushi bar; wine and sake also served. (more)
catycat8
on Citysearch Jul 29, 2007I am glad I did't read the last 2 reviews before going to Bistro 33 this weekend or I probably wouldn't have gone. My friends chose the place because they had been there before and everyone thought it was great! We shared... (more)
astoriapark
on Citysearch Jul 28, 2007Visited bistro a few nights ago.... all I can say is it is "OK." Although the chef has interesting ideas, one can taste the use of bottom-shelf ingredients... and pricing his dishes at Manhattan prices is a big turn... (more)
magicnfood
on Citysearch Jul 22, 2007Of the two times i dined here, earch was marred by some of the most horribly prepaed food Ive ever seen. The title 'french-asian fusion' is trendy, and pulled off well by some, but not here. On my first visit, we had sushi... (more)
laszlojamf
on Citysearch Jun 26, 2007The food was amazing, and we love their new location. The interior is beautifully done--it's about 3 times bigger than the old place (which is not saying much)--and the atmosphere was simultaneously casual and... (more)
sirtlc
on Citysearch Jan 24, 2007Seemingly everything is good at this place -- try the pan seared salmon, their roasted duck, or even simple dishes like chicken teriaki. You won't be disappointed. It was much better when it was a BYO place. It's much... (more)
ivanworking
on Citysearch Sep 21, 2006The 9.1 rating was way overrated. Ambiance was lacking. The place was very 'lil'. Tables were 5" to 6" apart (Do you like to whisper during your meal?). Prices were reasonable. The appetizer was OK. The salmon was very... (more)
dabasov
on Citysearch Aug 28, 2006After reviewing best restaurants in Astoria on citysearch I chose Bistro 33 for a monday night after work dinner. My girlfriend and I had the most amazing dinner ever. We tried battered shrimp and seared tuna, just to... (more)
youngguns
on Citysearch Aug 09, 2006I went into this restaurant on one of my infrequent trips to queens. My party split a few apps. a sushi roll, and my entree was great. It's small and a little cramped. An overall good dining experience was marred by our... (more)
filmchef
on Citysearch Jul 14, 2006Chef Gary did it again the other night. We sat at the counter watching them prepare the meals. Best seat in the house for any foodie with dreams of grandeur. For starters we had the Crab avocado salad & ceviche. Crab was... (more)
rayray26
on Citysearch Apr 05, 2006So glad to find a great brunch spot in Astoria. My girlfriend and I stumbled upon this place after an early Sunday movie, and were happy we opted to forgo the popcorn. We ordered truffled eggs with salmon and quiche... (more)
asian23
on Citysearch Apr 02, 2006We live in Astoria and were so excited to try this place out! The reviews were very good but we were so disappointed when we got there! Svc was horrible and the food was overpriced. Not only for what you got, but for the... (more)
jessiejrr
on Citysearch Feb 13, 2006After a crazy day @ work, & with no reservation, we were so lucky to score a seat at the bar on an incredibly busy evening. We had been there several times before, but never realized what a joy this experience could be. As... (more)
meach24
on Citysearch Jan 27, 2006I have been finding more and more places to eat in Astoria, but none better than lil' Bistro 33. It's small, romantic atmosphere is fitting for its addictive food. The service was great and if you get there a little... (more)
vicman
on Citysearch Jan 23, 2006been here three or so times and the food is always fantastic. really superb for the location and price. (more)
nygrk
on Citysearch Jan 20, 2006The food, service and atmosphere were very good. It is slightly expensive but for the kind of food that they serve the prices are reasonable. The place is very small but cozy so it is recommended to make... (more)
emlwalker
on Citysearch Jan 15, 2006I was completely impressed with Lil' Bistro. From the attentive service to the complex flavors of each dish, I would completely recommend Lil' Bistro to anyone who loves to eat. The fuzzy tuna roll was so good, we had... (more)
trachstar
on Citysearch Jan 12, 2006NEW LOCATION IS OPEN!!! Astoria dining just gets better and better. The menu is so unusual. I had the duck with cherry sauce. Perfectly cooked, a little on the sweet side, but delicious. The rest of the table ordered... (more)
hooahman
on Citysearch Dec 29, 2005We read so many great reviews here, so we gave a try on our anniversary. The service was excellent, but food was just awful. Crews told us that they are experimenting with their menu, but we felt all dishes need more... (more)
m16
on Citysearch Dec 21, 2005The prices are over the top for the neighborhood. These people are trying to bring SOHO to Astoria, charging more than what one would pay *in* SOHO. As a vegetarian, the two options on the menu were a cop-out (roasted... (more)
katies6767
on Citysearch Dec 18, 2005Very disappointed after hearing such great things. 2 of us came in at 8 pm, ordered 2 appetizers & 2 entrees. The "waitress" interrupted us halfway through our meal to say that if we wanted dessert we had to order it... (more)
jabrams24
on Citysearch Sep 19, 2005The food was amazing...the only drawback of this place is its tiny size. Make a reservation! The ambience is nice, but it was a touch hot with the kitchen being right there...but it's certainly worth the food, and it's... (more)
bennymakada
on Citysearch Sep 10, 2005This place is a stunning gem of a restaurant - real food with incredible flavours...brilliant, elegant plate presentations, excellent value, sweet, pleasant service, intimate atmosphere, but you can't say... (more)
bigdaddyzack
on Citysearch Sep 08, 2005I love Tuna rolls and can't get enough - Sushi on Thursday nights is the way to go! Try the assortment or order something from the kitchen - either way you will enjoy it immensely!... (more)
giggles033
on Citysearch Aug 30, 2005This place might be small and hidden but it has a quaint charm with great flavors. (more)
ladiip0et
on Citysearch Jul 13, 2005WHEN I FISRT STEPPED FOOT INTO THE DOORS OF BISTRO, I WOULD HAVE NEVER THOUGHT THAT THIS SMALL PLACE HAS FABOLOUS DISHES. THE CEVICHE IS SO GOOD, EVERY BITE MAKES YOU WANT MORE. THE GUAVA SAUCE SPICED UP WITH THAI... (more)
jennieml78
on Citysearch Feb 16, 2005Thanks to citysearch I actually found this place. My boyfriend and I had our first of many wonderful dinners there. The owners are such nice people, they really cater to their clients. The chef and part owner is so into... (more)
mugdha
on Citysearch Feb 15, 2005I went there with my colleagues and we tried everything on the menu. The food was just delicious! After stuffing ourselves silly, we still ordered all the desserts and finished them in no time. Need I say more?... (more)
shakman
on Citysearch Feb 13, 2005I highly recommend this delightful dining spot. The menu is so interesting, along with the romantic atmosphere, and charming decor. The food presentation was done to perfection! And it wasn't just looks, it tasted... (more)
verysteadyhand
on Citysearch Feb 10, 2005My colleagues and I went to Lil' Bistro 33 to celebrate the holiday season. Everything on the menu sounded fantastic so, we ordered it all! Each dish was different and they were all amazing. Even the desserts are works... (more)
cityexplorer
on Citysearch Feb 10, 2005Just checked out Bistro33 at its new location (even better because it's closer to where I live). The food is even better than before and they now serve sushi all the time! I think it's the best in the neighborhood (and... (more)
dolonsen
on Citysearch Dec 28, 2004Slightly bigger than a Manhattan apartment's kitchen, seats about 18 people, and is pretty non-descript from the outside. HOWEVER: the food is unparalleled, the service most excellent, and the prices, though not... (more)
kate201
on Citysearch Dec 21, 2004everything was good except the crab cake(it wasn't horrible but i've had better). i don't know if this is a place to take your date to..i didn't think it was all romantic...looked more like a cafeteria with nice... (more)
buddie67
on Citysearch Oct 07, 2004They now have a liquor license and I asked when they will be taking credit cards and they said in two weeks. The service is wonderful and the food is absolutely to die for!!!! Its great to have a great resturant in the... (more)
blackbird
on Citysearch Sep 30, 2004If you live in the area...... GO. If you don't live in the area....GO. If you need a nice place to take a date...GO. If you want great food at a reasonable price....GO. And finially, as a parent, I went with my daughter... (more)
nadinemac
on Citysearch Sep 10, 2004With a modest exterior one can easily miss this bistro...don't ,we highly recommend it. Bring wine, cash. (wine & cards not accepted yet) Specials of the day plentiful! First, we tried duck and vegetable spring... (more)
litigation
on Citysearch Sep 09, 2004My first time here was for lunch with a friend. You HAVE to have the lamb starter. The flavor was amazing! The duck spring roll and the salmon tartare was sooo tasty. The plum vinagrette on my spinach salad was great. And... (more)
luz_elenia
on Citysearch Aug 24, 2004Bistro 33 is a hidden treasure in Long island City. I almost hate to write this for fear that once people know how great the food is I might not be able to get a table. Asian /French fusion is what they call it. I think it's... (more)
tslane
on Citysearch Jul 15, 2004We stumbled upon this place by looking up restaraunts in City Search! I'm so glad that we did because the food was excellent and the service matched it. Everything tasted so fresh and was blended perfectly. I love to... (more)
bkarawan
on Citysearch Jul 15, 2004I came all the way from Rockland County to enjoy the amazing food and atmosphere of LB33. The space is warm, cozy and intimate. The menu offers a wide selection of reasonably priced starters and entrees. We started... (more)
po248
on Citysearch Jul 06, 2004I must say something about this place because it really did take my breath away! just like what my gf said after having dinner in this very romantic, yet simple but nice restaurant. You better just come! The food is... (more)
tsmalloy
on Citysearch Jul 05, 2004Great new spot in Astoria/LIC. Great food, nice atmosphere, friendly staff. Perfect place to take a date or to impress visitors from out of town or just other boros. (more)
esynder
on Citysearch Jul 01, 2004A great place to spend an evening- start with seaweed salad and delicious ceviche, have the steak with blue cheese for dinner and move to dessert crepes to die for! Bring a bottle of wine and enjoy.... (more)
emuramatsu
on Citysearch Jul 01, 2004Amazing ceviche. Shrimp stewed in coconut milk and the crab cakes entrees were wonderful. Killer banana crepes. Just a short walk from the N/W line 36th Ave stop. Date idea: dinner at Lil' Bistro 33 followed by a movie... (more)
dcocoros
on Citysearch Jun 30, 2004...that way you can sample more of the excellent menu choices. We started with the Grilled Shrimp with Mango Salsa and the Crispy Tofu Salad. Both were delicious. The Salmon and the Duck entrees were superb and we were... (more)
povey
on Citysearch Jun 28, 2004I got the fast breaking news that there's a cozy, warm & simple restaurant out there in Long Island City. And when I checked it out with my boyfriend-we were grateful to our friends who told us about it! The food with a... (more)