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Review True Bistro - Somerville

Derek Mathieson
Really good plant-based fine dining restaurant! We went here for my birthday and we weren't disappointment. All the items are completely plant-based so you don't have to ask questions to see if any dishes have diary in it. The menu was limited but the variety within the dishes made up for it. The vegan desserts were delicious especially the cheesecake with the chai spices. It was just the right amount of sweet with a spicy kick at the end.
jenna soares
Food is wonderful, great flavors. Perfect for a special occasion. Atmosphere is a little stuffy for me personally. Otherwise it's nice to have a high end vegan restaurant.
Michael Angel
Fantastic Oyster Mushrooms was nice and crunchy with a not too spicy chilli sauce. Saffron Pappardelle was the stand out dish! Chocolate to Die was fantastic for dessert.
Michael Shannon
Truly a restaurant that shows that any food can be just as delicious with a vegan spin. Despite being an omni, if I didn't know it was vegan, their dishes such as the pumpkin cheesecake, salad with smoked cashew cheese, and more would all fool me. Cocktails are excellent and have a great kick too!
Megan K
Very delicious vegan food! The wait staff were very nice and helpful when asking about dishes. The peach and lemongrass pie we could've done without (not a fan of the flavor combinations) but everything else was amazing! Wish we had ordered a extra plate to take home, even though it was expensive. Loved their vegan cheese. Food photos don't do the meal justice! Their outside dining isn't the best set up, so recommend going before it's dark out or eating inside, which is nicely set up.
Wren Lee
I've been looking for good vegan places, so I was excited to go to this place! My biggest gripe is the hours. They have the strangest hours! Check their website to see if they're open. I got the Spanish omelet for brunch. It was my first time having Chao cheese, and it was surprisingly tasty! I wasn't the biggest fan of the omelet itself, though. It felt a bit dry. The side salad had a bit too much oil as well. I did love their toast and butter. Yum!
shriti jaiswal
Quite location with lot of space. Service was quick. Everything is vegan and tasted delicious. Recommend the Spanish omelette.
sanda zolj
My husband and I have a deep history with this restaurant we actually had our first date at True Bistro in 2013. Since that first date, True Bistro has been such a special place to us. It was often the place where we celebrated Birthdays, anniversaries and brought our out-of-town guest to show off high end vegan cuisine. Of course, when it came to planning our rehearsal dinner, we really were hoping that True Bistro would be willing to host such a big party. We were nervous to ask because the pandemic has put strain on a lot of small businesses (with staffing and supply shortages), but they welcomed us with open arms. We had the most gorgeous 3 course meal and such phenomenal desserts that our rehearsal dinner guests were talking about the food for days! Keep up the wonderful work and thank you for hosting so many of our memories.
Tina Storer
Love that this place is fully vegan. Unfortunately I cannot enjoy a lot of the items on the menu due to a gluten allergy. I know that they mean well by labeling "gluten light" items, but it doesn't help me or other folks with severe allergies who have to stay away from gluten all together. I had the red red black eyed peas dish, it was one of two dishes I could get as an entree. It was good but way too spicy for me. Also got fries and ice cream for desert, both which were great. My server was SOOOO nice. The atmosphere is warm and cozy and the staff are great. Would love to see this place offer a few more gluten free options (not gluten light) for us gluten free vegans out there. I appreciate the effort that's already been made, but I'm just being honest :)
Joe Yu
My wife and I aren't vegan but through the years we'd been to True Bistro a few times for dinner with our vegan son. We always enjoy this place because of its ambience, and the food that's surprisingly good for the palate of non-vegan like us. We also like the civilized crowd that this place attracts... Quiet and non rowdy diners. Our most recent visit was about two weeks ago for our son's birthday. I was surprised how their menu has changed... For the better! The selections are streamlined and apparently seasonal. I like how presentation is more focused on a single ingredient complimented by few additional enhancers. Simply put each selection is elegantly presented without being overpowered by the garnishing. Each is subtly and pleasantly spiced without having the feel that I'm consuming an specific ethnic food from somewhere. I highly recommend this place to anyone, vegan or not... And I love their ginger flavored dark rum concoction for cocktail.
Fernweh Hurts
Went to True Bistro with friends for brunch yesterday. We had the sietan burger, salad, tofu scramble, folded crepe, sweet potato panini, biscuit and gravy, cinnamon bun and banana bread. All of which were amazing and filling. I would definitely recommend it for brunch and would go back for dinner. Our server Tina was friendly, helpful and accommodating. Can't wait to go back.
Patti Watson Hayes
Our daughter treated myself and my husband to dinner to celebrate our birthdays. Loved that everything was Vegan. The menu is fabulous. We all wanted to try a little of everything so we all ordered different things and shared them. Off the charts delicious! Even non vegans would be totally happy. There is a wonderful full bar that included sparkling Malbec! To top it all off our desserts came with birthday candles! Desserts were to die for. We had a decadent pumpkin pie and a chocolate desert that sent us swooning! Cannot wait to get back there. Wait staff was knowledgeable and efficient too.
Typhonie Oun
Amazing! Definitely a great vegan restaurant. Highly recommend. Awesome staff. The pumpkin cheesecake is my favorite!
Brianna Daley
Everything was exquisite. We started with three small plates to share then my boyfriend ordered all five deserts offered and we ate almost all of it! I was painfully full but it was still worth it! Such a wonderful experience- great service, great food!
Katie Rose
I am so grateful we got to enjoy a meal at True Bistro while visiting from Detroit. Excellent upscale dining, beautiful ambiance, and the owner has to be one of the nicest people I have ever met. The love that goes into this place is evident in every plate served.
Judy Leoncello
We got there at a little before our 6:00pm reservation for my sons birthday. Noticed that people coming after us were getting their food before us . We were a party of 5 and we didn’t get our food until 1 1/2 later. And were told they would take dessert off because of inconvenience. Didn’t know it would be just 1 dessert because we were 5 people waiting all those hours. . Worst experience ever. We walked out of there at 8 pm very disappointed.
Arjun Kumar Ganjoo
Very Pricey for the portions!! Food wasn't at par to my expectation. Sooba noodles were very salty and not spicy. Saffron Ravioli was great! You may find a lot of your taste buds drown in cilantro, vinegar salt or sugar. Overall it's a place to try once but I would want to revisit unless it comes up as an absolute place of preference with someone in my social circle.
Mark Shadle
Really great vegan place. Prompt service, nicely plated food in a modern newly renovated space.
David Clark
We as a great dinner here Saturday night and followed it up with Brunch on Sunday. The food was very good both times. To say the staff there is great is an understatement , they are truly awesome! Makes the great food even better. Thank you very much to all involved . We will be back... with friends!
Trisha White
Upon entering the hostess made me feel welcome as a single diner. THE BEST vegan food I have ever had!!!! From help with ordering to presentation and conversation with staff! Yep repeat repeat repeat ���
Sandra Spinks
Best place for brunch Saturday and Sunday. Not just the usual vegan cuisine but a different take on food. Tofu scramble with button mushrooms is great, BLT is better than one made with regular bacon. They have wonderful wines and serve drinks. Love this place. It doesn't try to feel or look like a vegan restaurant. Upscale, I take all my non-vegan friends there. The one comment I hear most, This isn't vegan.
Rando Baferdian
This place was nothing shy of exceptional. I had their food once in the past and it was divine... now... I had myself a chance to sit and have Saturday brunch and it was even better. I live nearly an hour away and I will be back soon. We both had scrambles with home fries and side of their sausage. It was delish. My wife and I also split a cinnamon bun that was unbelievable. What has been done here is nothing short of amazing! Get there soon and go there often!
Stephen E. Schindler
OMG, the best Vegan food ever. Fly to Boston just to have a meal there? Probably.
Thom Bentley
This is my favorite vegan restaurant for having dinner with vegans and non-vegans. Everyone I have taken has really enjoyed their meals.
Lynette Haggard
What an outstanding experience we had this evening. Although we're not vegan, having out of town guests (one of whom is vegetarian and gluten free) we decided to try this restaurant. They were so accommodating and the meal was superb. Thank you very much. We'll be back.
Dina White
I was so thrilled to come across an all vegan restaurant! The food is phenomenal! Everything is fresh, wholesome, and utterly delicious! Loved the atmosphere and the staff as well! Will definitely be coming back!
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