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James Said Bistro, Armadale, AU-VIC

James Said Bistro

4.6
4.6
20 Reviews
$41 to $100
Bistro

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Great for brunch
  • Good for special occasions
James Said Bistro, located on High Street Armadale, offers a refined dining experience that seamlessly blends modern Australian and French cuisine. Led by renowned chefs Michael "Fudge" Armitage and Joane McPhail, our menu reimagines classic dishes with a modern twist, incorporating locally sourced seasonal produce and a hint of native ingredients. Whether you’re joining us for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or enjoying our weekend brunch, our dishes are light, clean, and flavorful.

Our elegant interior evokes a timeless Parisian charm, with rich textures and a sophisticated ambiance that sets the stage for casual fine dining. On weekend mornings, delight in the sights and flavors of our live crepe stand, or unwind with oysters and champagne on weekend evenings. For private gatherings, our Arch and Meeting Rooms offer an intimate setting with candlelight. We invite you to savor a modern take on French cuisine in a beautifully welcoming setting.
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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Bistro, Contemporary European, French
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Sat, Sun 8:00 am–11:30 am Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Thu–Sat 6:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    0427 009 603
  • Website
    http://www.jamessaid.com.au/bistro
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Michael 'Fudge' Armitage
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Event Coordinator: 0427 009 603
  • Location
    926 High St, Armadale, AU-VIC 3143
  • Neighborhood
    Armadale
  • Cross street
    High Street and Kooyong Road
  • Parking details
    Enjoy the use of the James Said car park at the rear of the building
  • Public transit
    Next door to Armadale train station and tram
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wi-Fi available, Wine

Experiences

  • Three-Course Dinner with a Glass of Wine for $99

    A$99.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Savor a delicious three-course dinner where you select your entrée, main, and dessert from our à la carte menu. Paired with a glass of wine, this experience highlights fresh, seasonal ingredients and modern flavours in a relaxed, elegant setting. Perfect for a special evening in our charming bistro.
    Three-Course Dinner with a Glass of Wine for $99 Photo

  • Two-Course Dinner with a Glass of Wine for $89

    A$89.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Experience a delightful two-course dinner where you choose your entrée and main from our à la carte menu. Paired with a glass of wine, this experience showcases fresh, seasonal ingredients and vibrant flavours in a relaxed, elegant atmosphere. Ideal for a cozy evening at our charming bistro.
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What 20 people are saying

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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Review summary

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James Said Bistro offers a chic, French-inspired dining experience with "delicious food" and "exceptional service". Guests rave about the "beautiful decor" and "welcoming atmosphere", making it perfect for any meal. Highlights include "generous portions" and a "superb coffee". A true culinary gem that provides a memorable experience.

20 Reviews

  1. Louise

    Melbourne

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was fantastic and the decor was beautiful. We were expecting the crepes to be bigger, As I am gluten intolerant, I was hoping that the crepes would be made out of buckwheat. Unfortunately I could not order any of those options and they all sounded delicious! The ocean trout salad was very nice.

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  2. Kellie

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful setting, exceptional food and attentive staff. Highly recommend James Said Bistro.

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  3. Jacob

    Melbourne

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great atmosphere. Comfortable layout. Excellent service.

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  4. Josie

    Las Vegas

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 18, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We were a party of 6 at lunchtime, we shared entrees and we each ordered a main course, then followed up with dessert. Overall everyone was happy, a couple of people didn't like certain dishes but overall we had a good time. Staff were very busy so the service could have been better, but this wasn't an issue as we were in no hurry and all the staff were professional, especially Jason. A great spot for a light or longer lunch.

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  5. John

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding! Beautiful food. Wonderful service! Totally recommend.

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  6. rosetta

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    This Restaurant is lovely. I find the decor is very pleasing without it being pretentious. The service was very good and the food most important of all was also very good. I think some of the portions were a bit small although it was lunchtime. We would go again.

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  7. Rosemary

    Melbourne

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 6, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    The salads were basic and very expensive. The summer salad was a plate of lettuce and one asparagus The Niçoise salad was tasteless I had to ask for a glass of water The restaurant was empty with a few women Today menus need to be exciting especially salads. There are many places in the same area that cater for healthy salad . I can go anywhere along high street that caters better $30 was an expensive lettuce I won’t be returning

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  8. Meredith

    Victoria

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous Lunch. Beautiful decor throughout. Lunch menu was lovely, and the food quality and freshness was excellent. Service and attitude of staff was exceptional. This Bisto has attention to detail, and I absolutely appreciated a clean and decked appreciated the bathroom.

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  9. Josh

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, chic ambience and decor and fairly priced menu.

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  10. OLIVIA

    Melbourne

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had breakfast & it was simply delicious. Portions were generous, coffee was superb. The venue is beautiful & the atmosphere is so welcoming. Our waiter Angus was a delight to deal with & we never felt rushed , nothing was too much. We then went & shopped in the amazing clothes section & all in all 100% ❤️ we’re coming back & we now have found a little bit of Paris ! Thank you also to Pauline & John Olivia & Catherine

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FAQs

James Said Bistro is rated 4.6 stars by 20 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for James Said Bistro

926 High St, Armadale, AU-VIC 3143

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    High Street and Kooyong Road
  • Neighborhood
    Armadale
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Sat, Sun 8:00 am–11:30 am Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Thu–Sat 6:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Bistro, Contemporary European, French
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Enjoy the use of the James Said car park at the rear of the building
  • Public transit
    Next door to Armadale train station and tram
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Michael 'Fudge' Armitage
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wi-Fi available, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.jamessaid.com.au/bistro
  • Phone number
    0427 009 603
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Event Coordinator: 0427 009 603
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