bistro

noun

plural bistros
1
: a small or unpretentious restaurant
2
a
: a small bar or tavern
b

Examples of bistro in a Sentence

a bistro in Paris that serves veal chops and hearty stews a section of the city populated with casual bistros offering entertainment to suit nearly every taste
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The restaurant describes itself as an upscale bistro that focuses on French food and wine, with twists coming from both Spanish and Asian cuisine. Jonathan Shikes, Denver Post, 16 Oct. 2025 To him, though, the bistro is perfect, rich in singular details that people of more heedless taste might have scrubbed away. Nathan Heller, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2025 Add a pop of color to your outdoor space with this vibrant bistro set. Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 8 Oct. 2025 After nearly a year of reviews, Chez Fonfon, a Birmingham French bistro, still has his favorite burger. Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 5 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for bistro

Word History

Etymology

French

First Known Use

1919, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of bistro was in 1919

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“Bistro.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bistro. Accessed 17 Oct. 2025.

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bistro

noun
: a small or modest restaurant

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