R Bistro

4.8

73 Reviews

$31 to $50

Bistro

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 29, 2024

11:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

Good for business meals
Charming
Good for groups

Chef Misty Rider has returned to the Fairhope area with signature dishes like Crawfish Gravy and a dark roux authentic Creole Gumbo. Her recipes have won awards in the Gulf Coast area from local papers to the notorious TripAdvisors Travelers' Choice Award honoring only 10% of restaurants in the world. For two years running, R Bistro has been a spot of luxury to local and visiting epicures alike. So please join us for a relaxing, whimsical atmosphere of great service and amazing food in her quaint, yet sophisticated bistro near the Fairhope pier. We hope to see you soon!

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Bistro, American, French American
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sat 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(251) 517-7252
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Misty Rider

Location
19270 Scenic Hwy 98, Fairhope, AL 36532-6825
Neighborhood
Fairhope
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

Shrimp and Slaw$16.00
R smoked tomato glaze
Nicoise$20.00
Seared ahi tuna, new potatoes, Haricots verts, tomatoes, Kalamata olives, egg, capers
Classic Spinach $10.00
Egg slices, cheddar cheese, red onion, mushroom, bacon bits, R honey mustard
Bistro Salad$15.00
Baby arugula, roasted asparagus, red pepper, shaved Asiago, aged balsamic, evoo
Brussel Sprout Truffle Caesar$15.00
Chicken Paillard $20.00
Olive tapenade, fresh green salad, almonds, roasted tomato, with roasted garlic vinaigrette dressing
Housemade Quiche $15.00
With bistro salad
-ADD- to any salad: 4 oz Salmon, Chicken, or Shrimp$8.00

Sandwiches

Salmon Sliders $16.00
Ground fresh salmon burger, sesame soy aioli, lettuce, tomato, brioche, sweet potato frites
Tenderloin Sliders $18.00
Sliced seasoned eel tenderloin, srirache aioli, caramelized onions, Asiago, brioche, pommes frites
Croque Monsieur $18.00
Fresh baked croissant, french ham, creole mustard, smothered in bechemel and Gruyère cheese, French herb salad
Croque Madame $20.00
Add egg to Croque Madame

Plats Principaux

Signature Crawfish Gravy Petit$8.00
With housemade buttermilk biscuits
Signature Crawfish Gravy Grande$12.00
With housemade buttermilk biscuits
Downtown Oysters $22.00
Creamy orzo, roasted red pepper, button mushrooms, fried oysters, roasted tomato glaze.
Beef Tenderloin Stroganoff $20.00
Jasmine rice orzo Pilaf, puff pastry crust
Bronzed Salmon Petit$20.00
Roasted vegetables, champagne dill sauce
Bronzed Salmon Grande$35.00
Roasted vegetables, champagne dill sauce.
Shrimp and Grits Petit$18.00
Smoked Gouda grits, shrimp, roasted peppers,mushrooms, crawfish gravy
Shrimp and Grits Grande$25.00
Smoked Gouda grits, shrimp, roasted peppers, mushrooms, crawfish gravy.
Steak Frites $42.00
Filet mignon au poivre style, R Bourbon molasses sauce, served with a side of pommes frites

A la carte

Pommes frites$7.00
Slaw with R tomato glaze$5.00
Sautéed spinach $5.00
Roasted vegetables $7.00
Smoked Gouda grits $5.00
Sweet frites $5.00
Haricots verts $5.00

Beverages

Soda $3.50
Iced tea $3.50
Coffee
Espresso$4.00
Latte$5.00
Cappuccino$5.00
Hot tea$3.50
Pelligrino$5.00
Fiji water $5.00

What 73 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Mobile
Great for brunch
Mobile
Innovative
Mobile
Good for groups
Mobile
Neighborhood gem
Mobile
Great for outdoor dining
Mobile
Lively
Mobile
Best Overall
Mobile
Best Food
Mobile
Innovative
Mobile
Good for groups
Mobile
Neighborhood gem
Mobile
Great for fine wines
Mobile
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

R Bistro offers a warm and elegant dining experience with "excellent food and service." Guests rave about its French-inspired menu, including standout dishes like shrimp and grits and the redfish special. The atmosphere is enhanced by live jazz music and a welcoming staff, making it a "go-to place" for many.

73 Reviews

L
Lee
New York City
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We have followed R Bistro from the location downtown. Everyone enjoyed their dinner…biggest hits were the BBQ shrimp appetizer and the soft shell crab entree.
Is this helpful?
T
Tristan
Mobile
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful, first date experience, amazing live music, amazing food.
Is this helpful?
M
Megan
Fayetteville
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a lovely dinner that started with a heart of gem wedge- maybe the best wedge salad I’ve eaten with the large piece of pork belly. Then dinner was the filet which was cooked perfectly and delish spinach and potatoes. Additionally, we had the chicken with pappardelle. This was also cooked perfectly and very tender meat. This dish was rather large and plenty of left overs. Concluded with a piece of the bread pudding served warm with a caramel sauce. Would definitely dine again.
Is this helpful?
M
Melinda
Wilmington
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was absolutely divine! Service was great! We sat on the patio with our dachshund and everyone was so kind and polite. Absolutely returning when we visit family again!
Is this helpful?
J
Jenny
Mobile
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
It was a first and wonderful experience. Will definitely go back again!
Is this helpful?
J
Jeff
Alabama
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service and food were superb. We started our late lunch with a cup of gumbo that was outstanding—dark, rich, meaty with duck and sausage—and clearly, the chef nailed the roux. My beef sliders were excellent and the frites were long, crisp, delicious, and plentiful. My wife’s croque monsieur was spot-on. Altogether, one of the finest lunches we’ve had.
Is this helpful?
N
Nancy
Philadelphia
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Had a delicious meal at this nice find while at a business meeting in Fairhope,Alabama. Everyone enjoyed their meal, gumbo, shrimp n grits as well as fish of the day. Excellent service, rustic vibe and many dessert offerings. One suggestion : could have better outdoor lighting and signage pointing to entrance. Would definitely go back 😊.
Is this helpful?
P
Patricia J
Mississippi
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I ordered the scallops which were the best I’ve ever eaten! Service is always outstanding. Can’t go wrong this this choice.
Is this helpful?
VF
VikingFoodie
Western NC
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great restaurant! Lots of locals and the jazz on Friday night was solid
Is this helpful?
R
Rick
Atlanta Metro
78 reviews
vip
5.0
78 reviews
Dined on October 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
My Friend and I sat at the bar, and we had excellent service from Sherry who is a great bartender, and a very professional and friendly person! We were greeted by Taylor, a warm reception! Misty, the owner came out and said hello as well! I love the food, the atmosphere, and all above all the great people! 🥂😎
Is this helpful?

FAQs

R Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (251) 517-7252.

R Bistro is rated 4.8 stars by 73 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 29, 2024

11:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

Order delivery or takeout

19270 Scenic Hwy 98, Fairhope, AL 36532-6825

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Fairhope
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sat 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Bistro, American, French American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Misty Rider
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

Phone number
(251) 517-7252

R Bistro

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Hors D’oeuvre

Walnut Pimento Cheese$12.00

Paté de Maison$10.00

Barbecue Shrimp $18.00

Crawfish Beignets $14.00

Caramelized Onion Gratin $16.00

Crawfish Macaroni and Cheese$15.00

Escar-Oysters $16.00

Soupes

Gumbo Cup$8.00

Gumbo Bowl $12.00

Soup du Jour Cup$8.00

Soup du Jour Bowl$12.00

French Onion Soup$15.00

Salades

Shrimp and Slaw$16.00

Nicoise$20.00

Classic Spinach $10.00

Bistro Salad$15.00

Brussel Sprout Truffle Caesar$15.00

Chicken Paillard $20.00

Housemade Quiche $15.00

-ADD- to any salad: 4 oz Salmon, Chicken, or Shrimp$8.00

Sandwiches

Salmon Sliders $16.00

Tenderloin Sliders $18.00

Croque Monsieur $18.00

Croque Madame $20.00

Plats Principaux

Signature Crawfish Gravy Petit$8.00

Signature Crawfish Gravy Grande$12.00

Downtown Oysters $22.00

Beef Tenderloin Stroganoff $20.00

Bronzed Salmon Petit$20.00

Bronzed Salmon Grande$35.00

Shrimp and Grits Petit$18.00

Shrimp and Grits Grande$25.00

Steak Frites $42.00

A la carte

Pommes frites$7.00

Slaw with R tomato glaze$5.00

Sautéed spinach $5.00

Roasted vegetables $7.00

Smoked Gouda grits $5.00

Sweet frites $5.00

Haricots verts $5.00

Beverages

Soda $3.50

Iced tea $3.50

Coffee

Espresso$4.00

Latte$5.00

Cappuccino$5.00

Hot tea$3.50

Pelligrino$5.00

Fiji water $5.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does R Bistro offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is R Bistro restaurant rated?

Is R Bistro currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information