Le Bistrot 9 — Restaurant in Fontainebleau

Le Bistrot 9 in Fontainebleau offers the kind of refuge you long for when rain drives you in—warm, intimate, softly lit, with the glow of wood tones and genuine French bistro charm.

On a drizzly evening, there’s something quietly magical about ordering mussels in white wine here. The mussels arrive plump and sweet, bathed in a fragrant broth of garlic, shallots, fresh herbs and dry white wine. The sauce is light but full — perfect for sopping up with crusty bread. Diners often praise the coupled wine list too, suggesting the house does not skimp when it comes to pairing.

Inside, you feel shielded—not just from the weather, but from the rush of travel. The staff carry a relaxed confidence, offering recommendations without pressure, letting you linger over your bowl of mussels and a glass of something crisp and white. In short: the mussels are a delicate highlight, and the ambiance is just the shelter you’d hope for on a...

Came here for dinner with a friend and was quite pleasantly surprised by how good their beef tartare was. Wasn't expecting much from a beef tartare but the way they made it was really quite interesting and surprising. The layer of parmesan crisp really made a difference and elevated the experience of having the beef tartare both in flavour and texture. I was hesitant about mixing it in at first but I had no regrets after taking the first bite, almost craving for more of it if I could have it! The oysters we ordered to share were also really fresh and good. The seasoning was light enough but complemented and imparted enough flavour to the oyster to give it abit of a zing without taking from the fresh sweetness of the oyster. I'd come back again! The service staff spoke limited English but good enough to communicate and gave a fairly hassle free...

We came here with a party of 8 on a weekend without a reservation right when they opened at 19:00. They were able to accommodate us and put us on the balcony outdoor dining.

The food was delicious in particular the foie gras starter, frog less, and steak.

The caesar salad was just ok, but a lighter option for those who don't want a heavier meal of beef tartare, duck, frog legs, or steak.

This is one of the best restaurants in Fontainebleau. They are very friendly to international customers/tourists. Lots of people...