Oriole Garden Bistro
Oriole Garden Bistro
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MICHELIN Guide selection
- Bib Gourmand: good quality, good value cooking
MICHELIN Guide's Point Of View
Oriole is a haven of calm in the bustling city centre. The upscale bistro decor is alluring – the bar is terrific – though a spot on the verdant ...
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Restaurant menu
- Grilled little gem with couscous, muhammara, labne and za’atar
- €16
- Beetroot with a dressing of goat yogurt, lavas, almond and apple
- €16
- Ajiaco with corn, avocado and potato
- €17
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What diners said about this restaurant:
Tung-Ying T. • 1 review
September 14, 2024
4.5/10With high expectation for a Michelin restaurant, only to find that the waiter and I were talking past each other. My English might not be that good, but this was still the worst communication experience I’ve ever got. I knew the waiter had tried his best, so did I, which made me feel even more upsetting. As for the food, both I and my friend thought it’s not worth the price, that’s it. The three courses dinner has a good starter, good dessert, but the main dish is just ordinary. The cocktails were good there, but still couldn’t save the awful experience.
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Antonio F. • 1 review
September 7, 2024
5.5/10My fish was raw. I was very disappointed.
Annabel C. • 1 review
August 31, 2024
10/10My husband and I visited here for his 50th birthday and we were not disappointed. Everything was outstanding, from the espresso martinis, to the setting, to the food. Special mentions to Luca, Florine, Anwar and Andrew for making such a special occasion even more special
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mia n. • 1 review
August 30, 2024
9/10The atmosphere of the garden in a summery day was perfect for a girls lunch.
Boris G. • 1 review
August 27, 2024
9.5/10Excellent food, service and ambiance!
Oriole Garden Bistro • Owner
Dear Mr. Gelse, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food, service, and ambiance. It means a lot to us that you had a great experience, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon! With kind regards, Team Oriole
Vy P. • 1 review
August 21, 2024
9/10The food was very tasty and delicious. The staff was very friendly and accommodating.
Ella J. • 1 review
August 2, 2024
5.5/10Unfortunately we found our experience at Oriole a bit disappointing. One person in our party is vegetarian, but we were surprised to find that the chef's menu had no vegetarian option (!). There was also no substantive vegetarian main meal, just a combination of vegetable sides, so not a great experience as a vegetarian. Of the food we did have, it was a bit mixed: some very good dishes, some underwhelming, and one poor. For the high price, we would have expected a much more gastronomic experience. The service was very friendly, although the wait times were fairly long at times.
Oriole Garden Bistro • Owner
Dear Ms. Jakubowska, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your experience at Oriole did not meet your expectations, particularly regarding the vegetarian options. We also appreciate your comments about the quality of the dishes and the wait times. Your feedback is invaluable, and we will certainly take it into account as we strive to improve and offer a more consistent and exceptional dining experience. Thank you for your kind words about our service. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future and provide a dining experience that better meets your expectations. Kind regards, Team Oriole
Sneha N. • 3 reviews
August 16, 2024
9/10Great ambience and service though food is on the expensive side considering very small portions and average taste.
Janet S. • 5 reviews
August 9, 2024
7.5/10We did not enjoy the ambiance of the inside dining room. I had requested the garden seating but the weather did not cooperate. They did have a small atrium for seating. But we were seated in a tight booth in a dark interior room. This was very crowded and noisy. The customers at two tops were even more compact. Service and food was very good. I do not recommend dining here unless weather permits outside (or atrium) seating.
Sabrina P. • 1 review
August 8, 2024
10/10Staff was friendly and knowledgeable help with menu selection and helped us make the right choices for us.
Maria P. • 2 reviews
August 6, 2024
10/10Beautiful small garden space with excellent food and ambiance
Line G. • 2 reviews
July 24, 2024
8.5/10A bit over priced for what it is
Oriole Garden Bistro • Owner
Dear ms. Grove, Thank you very much for your feedback. We strive to provide high-quality food and service, and we value your input. We will take your comment into consideration as we continue to improve. We hope to welcome you back soon. With kind regards, Team Oriole
Patricia G. • 1 review
June 28, 2024
10/10Beautiful setting; romantic and comfortably cozy. Service was amazing, and the best food we had during our four day visit.
Mike W. • 1 review
July 3, 2024
5.5/10Nice setting. Service disinterested, served wine and beer at different times, took 20 mins for our first drink to arrive. Sorry to say but the food was bland and a bit boring. Also 11 euros for cheesy chips is criminal. Oysters were good
Jon A. • 1 review
June 28, 2024
9/10Classic food with a twist, good atmosphere, great!
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Sophia V. • 1 review
June 22, 2024
10/10The restaurant was absolutely beautiful and the food was gorgeous! Very friendly waiter and service was great.
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Jacob L. • 5 reviews
June 10, 2024
10/10Everything from food, service and ambiance was just great.
Ellen Christine C. • 8 reviews
May 11, 2024
10/10We had a wonderful evening. The location is great. Our waitress was super charming and the food was very good. The wine pairing was excellent and the pooring generous.
Jan d. • 1 review
May 11, 2024
7.5/10Amazing space and ambiance. The cook for all dishes was excellent BUT the flavours were very conservative. For a Bib Gourmond restaurant I would expect bolder flavours. The veal and rhubarb dessert were the best choices. I would come here for the ambiance, cocktails and appetizers but they need to up their standards for the flavour profiles of the main course to justify the spend and have me return.
Stas E. • 1 review
May 5, 2024
6.5/10Location is amazing. Service is nothing special, not too fast, not too slow but on the slower side. The food in my opinion isn't worth the money that are payed for it. Work on improving the quantity of food and the quality of dishes. The main course was pathetic. The rest was OK.
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About this restaurant
Oriole is a casual, laid-back bistro, celebrating the most loved and recognized cuisines in the world, Mediterranean food. The seasonally rotating menu features recognizable Mediterranean dishes, that encompass simplicity, personality and flavour. Enjoy a lovely aperitivo on the terrace, a quick lunch or a festive Mediterranean dinner with a big group of friends in the relaxed and inviting interior, that takes you to the Mediterranean coast with its lush greenery.
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Oudezijds Voorburgwal 197, 1012 EX Amsterdam
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