BIMA Bistro — Restaurant in Bainbridge Island

On one hand, as a self-proclaimed "foodie," I'd prefer to keep this place on the down-low. On the other hand, I was so pleasantly surprised by the food, decor, and service at a restaurant that's attached to an art museum that I feel like I have to give a review that this place deserves. The food is French cafe-inspired (thus, a bistro), including menu items like croque madame, cinnamon toast, sandwiches, and French press coffee. The value was wonderful in a city full of inflated menu prices - roughly $10-15 per meal. Service was friendly and very accommodating. Lastly, the atmosphere was calm and relaxing; it is in an art museum, after all. Modern, yet cozy, decor with the windows open on a sunny day provided the perfect setting for a great...

We reserved a table in advance. One other table had a couple sitting with coffees. The menus never came, so we walked to the counter. After ordering, the chicken Caesar salad ($19) took 45 minutes to arrive. It was simple lettuce leaves with croutons and about an ounce of pulled rotisserie (Costco??) meat. I have eaten here before and the soup seems to be a decent fall-back....

This place is awesome! We had such a good time here! The food was exquisite and James did an amazing job serving us - great attention to detail and nice conversation. Eating lunch here was a highlight of our...