Bistro 5

(781) 395-7464

5 Playstead Rd, Medford, MA | Directions   02155

42.421358 -71.132414 View Website

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100% ambiance
“We were pleasantly surprised at how romantic & intimate the interior is compared to the exterior!”
100% drinks
“good italian, surprisingly strong wine list, prices aren't the cheapest around but are fair considering the portions”
94% food quality
“This is the best place to go in the Boston area for high quality food and great service in a romantic atmosphere!”
100% menu variety
“The Italian menus offer high quality, fresh ingredients put together in an interesting way; I think this restaurant is a great find.”
100% overall
“This is the best place to go in the Boston area for high quality food and great service in a romantic atmosphere!”
100% service
“They're friendly, real people, who you can tell stay for a communal drink after closing, and who's recommendations are spot on.”
66% value
“The prices were reasonable, but I ordered a veal dish that was (over-)cooked in a fryolator and was flavorless.”

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Medford's favorite spot for upscale Italian fare provides suburban couples with a reason to avoid heading into Boston.


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2.0
May 06, 2008

Atmosphere nice - Food too gourmet - left hungry :(. Atmosphere inside was nice. Food overated and overpriced. I am not one for "fancy" food. We left hungry and disappointed. Waitstaff was prompt and attentative as they were not very busy. Overall if you like gourmet food I'd rate it a 3 on a scale 1 to 5. I much prefer the Cafe Escadrille in Burlington for special occasions or The Salem Wood Cafe in Malden for a more casual dinner.

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5.0
March 18, 2008

restaurant week. Went here for rest week - Winter as I thought the menu looked great & I was not disappointed. We were pleasantly surprised at how romantic & intimate the interior is compared to the exterior! The portions were more than adequate, the eggplant & goat cheese appetizer was melt in your mouth yummy! The wine menu was filled with wonderful Italian wines and we were very pleased to see our favorite Chianti Classico wine on there. Overall it was an excellent dining experience & one we will repeat again soon!!!

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5.0
March 03, 2008

romantic plus great food -- what a combination. This is the kind of place you go if you want to hold hands. Intimate, neighborhood bistro with fabulous food -- I've never been disappointed.

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1.0
March 04, 2007

Very Poor Service. I have now had a first after many years of seeking our fine dining. My party of 5 arrived on time for our 8:15 reservation and they kept us waiting 35 minutes while at least 3 other parties, that arrived after us and of comparable size were seated including 2 parties that had reservations at 8:30. After a lack of consideration and feeble explainations we left

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July 07, 2006

Medford's favorite spot for upscale Italian fare provides suburban couples with a reason to avoid heading into Boston.. In Short
Bistro 5's seasonal menu of modern Italian fare has made the restaurant a favorite of Medford residents and couples looking to celebrate a special occasion. The comfortable dining rooms and well-chosen wine list add to the atmosphere. Those looking for an extra-special dining experience opt for the chef's tasting menu, while regular diners enjoy dishes like lobster "cappuccino" (fortified lobster bisque with truffled cream) and seared free-range chicken with prosciutto and polenta.

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5.0
October 23, 2005

Authentic Italian. Another great find outside the city! Bistro 5 is not in a particularly trendy or upscale town, but the food, wine and service are EXCELLENT. I always get the calamari appetizer---it is deliciosly different and very light. The entreés are always in season and perfectly prepared. The pastas, meats and fishes are always topped with amazing sauces. The servers (Angus is our favorite) are always friendly and helpful. This si definitely worth a trip to Medford!

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5.0
April 29, 2005

Great Food near Tufts. My daughter is a college student at Tufts University in Medford. Over the years, when we visit we usually go to Boston. We were surprised when we learned about Bistro 5. It's right in Medford, not far from Tufts and the food is superb. The Italian menus offer high quality, fresh ingredients put together in an interesting way; I think this restaurant is a great find. People don't expect this caliber of food in Medford.

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5.0
March 16, 2005

nice date spot in medford. good italian, surprisingly strong wine list, prices aren't the cheapest around but are fair considering the portions

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4.0
November 13, 2004

great dining. We had a great experience. The staff was very helpful and very friendly. One thing to know before you go is they only serve beer and wine. The food was excellent, the staff was very helpful. We have been twice and had a great time both times.

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5.0
November 12, 2004

Definitely Great!. We've been to Bistro 5 many times and have always been overly pleased with our meal. Yes, it is an expensive meal out but we think it's definitely worth it for a treat.

They have seasonal menus, so it's always changing but you can't go wrong with any of the beef entrees.

The only problem is that they do not take reservations for parties of less than 4 people.

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