Queen City Bistro
Queen City Bistro offers an exquisite culinary experience with inventive dishes, creative cocktails, and a welcoming, elegant atmosphere on Beverley S...
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Queen City Bistro
Highlights
Must-see attractions
Queen City Bistro offers an exquisite culinary experience with inventive dishes, creative cocktails, and a welcoming, elegant atmosphere on Beverley Street.
Reservations Recommended
Make reservations ahead of time, especially for larger groups or weekend dining.
Shareable Portions
Portion sizes are generous and often shareable, making it great for groups.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
American, Italian
Price
$$$
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Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
Mushroom Ravioli
Heavenly mushroom ravioli in a pistachio cream sauce, a unique and delightful vegetarian option.
Elegant Atmosphere
Experience a charming rustic ambiance, perfect for date nights or special occasions.
Inventive Cocktails
Tantalizing and creative cocktails crafted by expert bartenders, like the unique take on an Aperol Spritz.
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Reservations Recommended
Make reservations ahead of time, especially for larger groups or weekend dining.
Shareable Portions
Portion sizes are generous and often shareable, making it great for groups.
Ask About Specials
Inquire about daily specials, which often feature creative and delicious dishes.
Accommodates Allergies
The staff and kitchen are attentive to food allergies, ensuring a safe and enjoyable meal.
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Reservations Recommended
Make reservations ahead of time, especially for larger groups or weekend dining.
Shareable Portions
Portion sizes are generous and often shareable, making it great for groups.
Ask About Specials
Inquire about daily specials, which often feature creative and delicious dishes.
Accommodates Allergies
The staff and kitchen are attentive to food allergies, ensuring a safe and enjoyable meal.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Queen City Bistro is lauded for its exceptional food, creative cocktails, and attentive service, creating a memorable dining experience. While some find it slightly pricey, the generous portions and high-quality ingredients justify the cost for most diners. The ambiance is a perfect blend of casual and upscale, making it ideal for various occasions, from date nights to group celebrations.
"This is a gorgeous place next on the Staunton strip. Very close to our Airbnb and Blackfriars theater. This was an excellent place to bring my in-laws, comfortable booths and diverse menu, including a variety of vegan and vegetarian options.
Ashley was great as a server, great recommendations. My family came to dine twice here."
Julian Oquendo
"Absolutely wonderful. The building is very cool. (Love the bar top). The food was FANTASTIC! Caponata Formaggio is to DIE for. My husband got the Tuscan Salmon that was delicious! We got a Root Beer Float (added rum) to share, that was very yummy. The service is exceptional! William was our server and he was fantastic! Attentive without being intrusive. Perfect combination for a waiter! Chef Tom is a very talented chef and we were delighted to meet him!"
Julia Rikard
"We stopped in here on a Saturday evening for a late dinner after getting to town for an overnight stay. It was one of the only places that we saw on the map that looked like they were open later. Just to note - they are open until 1am Friday and Saturday (see one of my pictures) but Google maps hours does not reflect that.
We sat at the bar and were immediately greeted by a bartender. We ordered drinks to start. I had a lavender lemonade mocktail that was very good. We ordered the sliced ciabatta bread and olive oil as an appetizer. There was a live musician performing in the front of the restaurant and he was good so we enjoyed that.
We had the braised short ribs and Tuscan salmon for dinner. The portion size on the ribs was big so half of that went home as leftovers. I liked the salmon. It said sun dried tomato cream sauce but I didn’t notice the sun dried tomato part, just the cream. It was still good.
The atmosphere was laid back and easy going. I think this could be a good place for a date night or just hanging with friends. One bartender was a little more personable than the other but they both were attentive.
I would come here again if ever in the area and maybe try a different meal and their dessert."
Miss Val
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Frequently Asked Questions
Diners rave about the mushroom ravioli, meatball trio, shrimp 'grits', and tenderloin wrapped in prosciutto.
Yes, the menu is perfect for vegetarians and also offers a variety of vegan options.
Absolutely! The elegant yet welcoming atmosphere makes it a great choice for date nights and celebrations.
The atmosphere strikes a balance between casual and upscale, making it suitable for various occasions. Dress is typically smart casual.
Yes, reviewers note that the staff and kitchen are very attentive and knowledgeable regarding food allergies.
They are open until 1 AM on Fridays and Saturdays, though it's advisable to confirm current hours.
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They are a newer addition to the Staunton food scene but have made a big impression,” says West. Stell adds that you can expect “excellent” meals, “no exceptions,” and West confirms the Beverley Street eatery has a “fantastic brunch menu and tasty, creative cocktails.
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Stauntonians have a new reason to visit 23 E Beverley Street. John Allen is opening Queen City Bistro this week in the space that was for many years Emilio’s and the Pompei Lounge. Chef Tom Hughes’s kitchen will serve upscale food like steak, grilled salmon, and chicken cacciatore, and will have a casual vibe.
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