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Bistro V reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.
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Noise • Moderate
Alabama
Best Food
Alabama
Neighbourhood gem
Alabama
American
Birmingham
Best Overall
Birmingham
Best Food
Birmingham
Best Service
Birmingham
Best Value
Birmingham
Healthy
Birmingham
Neighbourhood gem
Courtney
Alabama3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
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Amy
New York City12 reviews
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Amy
Alabama2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
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Leslie
Alabama2 reviews
Dined on 17 April 2025
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Johnny
Alabama24 reviews
Dined on 15 April 2025
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Kenny VIP
New Orleans13 reviews
Dined on 15 April 2025
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Mike
New York City17 reviews
Dined on 13 April 2025
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David
Alabama1 review
Dined on 8 April 2025
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Speer
Fayetteville4 reviews
Dined on 3 April 2025
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Andy VIP
Alabama22 reviews
Dined on 28 March 2025
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Bistro V offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (205) 823-1505.
Bistro V is rated 4.8 stars by 2065 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
521 Montgomery Highway, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216