I had heard of this restaurant for several years. Although not too far from my home it was not really on my radar. My misfortune. Bistro San Martin is a small restaurant located in the old downtown area of Arlington. A pleasant sight on it's own. The restaurant features a just right menu of Northwest American, with a dash of European flair. I realize that description makes no sense, let me just say that the menu has a decent selection of dishes to fit every palate. This evening we tried a sweet potatoes soup, which had a unique and delicious flavor. We could taste all the ingredients, sweet potato, leeks, sweet corn and more. Fantastic. Pastry puff mushrooms with a tiny added sauce that was very very good. Halibut with an incredible risotto and sweet and sour salsa. Flat iron steak perfectly cooked and flavored. Delicious crab cakes. Too full for desert. Maybe next time. Our server was great. Very knowledgeable and helpful with suggestions. Decor is very nice. Prices reflect a fine dining experience. If you can, go now and go often.
Bistro San Martín
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I had heard of this restaurant for several years. Although not too far from my home it was not really on my radar. My misfortune. Bistro San Martin is a small restaurant located in the old downtown area of Arlington. A pleasant sight on it's own. The restaurant features a just right menu of Northwest American, with a dash of European flair. I realize that description makes no sense, let me just say that the menu has a decent selection of dishes to fit every palate. This evening we tried a sweet potatoes soup, which had a unique and delicious flavor. We could taste all the ingredients, sweet potato, leeks, sweet corn and more. Fantastic. Pastry puff mushrooms with a tiny added sauce that was very very good. Halibut with an incredible risotto and sweet and sour salsa. Flat iron steak perfectly cooked and flavored. Delicious crab cakes. Too full for desert. Maybe next time. Our server was great. Very knowledgeable and helpful with suggestions. Decor is very nice. Prices reflect a fine dining experience. If you can, go now and go often.
We been going for a few years . Yesterday we celebrated our 10 year anniversary there and it was like every other time. Amazing as always. The steak and lobster I got was perfectly cooked. We don't eat duck often but my husband gets this one that cook with peach and cherries he loves it. The strawberry rhubarb prawns are a must every time and we like the affogato ice cream for dessert, but also got a second one that is not always available the apple galette...it was so worth it. Leftovers today were amazing.
We been going for a few years . Yesterday we celebrated our 10 year anniversary there and it was like every other time. Amazing as always. The steak and lobster I got was perfectly cooked. We don't eat duck often but my husband gets this one that cook with peach and cherries he loves it. The strawberry rhubarb prawns are a must every time and we like the affogato ice cream for dessert, but also got a second one that is not always available the apple galette...it was so worth it. Leftovers today were amazing.
Excellent Service Food Atmosphere plus fine art on walls visible from every table. Bistro San Martin is our anniversary fav and is used whenever we are working in the Arlington area. One of the Best Premium quality restaurants we have found in NW Washington state. Friendly staff, fast service, excellent food - who could ask for more??