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Le Vin Bistro

Rua Barao da Torre, 490 | Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
+55 21 3502 1002
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Ranked #167 of 1,185 restaurants in Rio de Janeiro
Price range: INR2,097 - INR12,966
Cuisines: French, Bistro, Wine Bar, Sandwiches
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Reservations, After-hours
Description: Authentic bistro, serving classic French dishes in a cosy and charming atmosphere. From lunch time until late night.
Restaurant details
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Reservations, After-hours
Description: Authentic bistro, serving classic French dishes in a cosy and charming atmosphere. From lunch time until late night.
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Senior Contributor
29 reviews 29 reviews
19 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

Nice place for a quiet dinner in Rio. It's a French restaurant in the heart of Rio. Quiet and the food is good.

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See 8 more reviews by User85 for Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Top Contributor
98 reviews 98 reviews
68 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 41 cities Reviews in 41 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2013

I was a fan of this bistro for some time, started frequenting the first one that opened up in São Paulo over ten years ago. Now they have many locations, and for that reason quality and service has gone down … way down. Service is usually surly and dismissive – at least in two of the locations that I normally... More

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Gabriela F, Public Relations Manager at Le Vin Bistro, responded to this review
11 April 2013

Dear Guilherme, We're truly sorry to learn that a loyal costumer such as yourself, that has been coming to Le Vin for over a decade, is disappointed. Please know that your message has been passed along for the consideration of the owners. In the meantime, I'd be very grateful if you could e-mail me at gabrielasampaio AT levin.com.br, as it... More

Rio de Janeiro, RJ
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3 reviews 3 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 February 2013

We had the most wonderful Velentine dinner at Le Vin in Ipanema. As we live in southern France we know what French food should be like. Some restaurants in Rio have French names but the food is no why near French quality. Le Vin is the first French restaurant I have been to in Brazil that actually serve food that... More

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Gabriela F, Public Relations Manager at Le Vin Bistro, responded to this review
4 March 2013

Dear Niels, We are happy to know that you enjoyed your time at Le Vin and we hope to see you around soon. Thank you for your time and recommendation. Best regards, More

chicago, il
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 January 2013

We went here twice, the wine list is amazing. The food (french) is great and everyone is very helpful! Highly recommend.

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Gabriela F, Public Relations Manager at Le Vin Bistro, responded to this review
26 February 2013

Dear digonzal, We're very glad to hear you enjoyed Le Vin and have been here twice! Thank you for your time and reccomendation. We hope to see you around soon. Best regards, More

Rio de Janeiro, RJ
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107 reviews 107 reviews
86 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2013

Never fails to impress me, excellent steak tartar beautifully seasoned, blanquette de veal was good, the starter bread perfection and so is the pâté. Very big menu hard to make a choice so much you want to try especial living in Rio, service very good well trained waiters who have been there for a while which is always a good... More

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Gabriela F, Public Relations Manager at Le Vin Bistro, responded to this review
26 February 2013

Dear princessofvisconde, We're very happy to know you enjoyed your time at Le Vin. Thank you very much for your time and reccomendation. We hope to see you around soon. Best regards, More

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13 reviews 13 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2013 via mobile

Each time I come to Rio de Janeiro I make a reservation at LE VIN, special place for me. My fellow partners enjoy their meals as well but for me it is always the same receipt "oysters from Santa Catarina". I reserve my table on the left side when entering the restaurant and have a nice view on other visitors... More

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Gabriela F, Public Relations Manager at Le Vin Bistro, responded to this review
26 February 2013

Dear Carlos, We're very glad to know you have been to Le Vin many times and have always enjoyed it. The oysters are a favourite amongst our clients indeed and are freshly sent from Santa Catarina to our restaurants every other day. Thank you for your time and reccomendation. We hope to se you around soon. Best regards, More

Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Top Contributor
71 reviews 71 reviews
39 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 November 2012

I was eager to try Le Vin Bistro as I had heard a lot about it. My friends and I had a good dining experience: efficient and friendly service, good food (the steak tartare was really exquisite), nice wine and a cozy atmosphere with an outdoor area. The prices were a little too high on our opinion. We are used... More

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Gabriela F, Public Relations Manager at Le Vin Bistro, responded to this review
7 January 2013

Dear cpc_27, Thank you very much for your time and comment. Our prices reflect our choice of top quality ingredients that make it possible for us to offer classic French cuisine bistrotière. We hope to see you around at Le Vin. :-) More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 August 2012

Great food and service and nice setting. A nice option for french cuisine and one of the few restaurants in the area where you can get oysters.

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Gabriela F, Public Relations Manager at Le Vin Bistro, responded to this review
7 January 2013

Dear Geoff3021, Thank you very much for your comment and recommendation. We hope to see you around soon! More

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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012 via mobile

Highly recommend this French bistro for a romantic dinner! The food was absolutely delicious on both nights that me and my boyfriend went. Had the Fish of the day with mustard sauce and potatoes and it was mouth watering good! Great wine list, dessert and coffee as well!

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Gabriela F, Public Relations Manager at Le Vin Bistro, responded to this review
7 January 2013

Dear tr0511, Thank you very much for your comment and recommendation. We hope to see you around soon! More

Haarlem, Noord-Holland, Netherlands
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2012

This restaurant is extremely overpriced. We had two mediocre salads, one glass of simple wine, one coffee and two small bottles of mineral water, and we had to pay 185 reais (about US$ 105). Worst dining experience in Rio de Janeiro.

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Gabriela F, Public Relations Manager at Le Vin Bistro, responded to this review
7 January 2013

Dear Paul B, We're sorry to hear you were not impressed by Le Vin. Our aim is to serve top quality French bistrot food and in order to do so we choose only the finest ingredients and this cost reflects on our prices. We do hope you change your mind and visit us again. Best regards, More

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