Bistro 821 - Naples

The l, escargot was cooked to a frazzle. My seafood paella had little seafood in it, consisting mainly of vegetables that have no place in a paella. It bore no... read more The l, escargot was cooked to a frazzle. My seafood paella had little seafood in it, consisting mainly of vegetables that have no place in a paella. It bore no resemblance to anything a Spaniard would recognise. Lastly, the piece de resistance, a non bruleed brulee. Clearly the kitchen had burnt the brulee whilst using the torch and had sent it out covered in cream. A total disaster and any chef that sends out food that is not up to standard should be sacked. Our experience is that this is a pretentious restaurant for the non discerning. Avoid like the plague.

Shrimp over cooked, chicken was rubbery, food not hot. Caesar Salads were ok, but a plate of lettuce for $12? Dont order the pot pie! It was luke warm, no mushr... read more Shrimp over cooked, chicken was rubbery, food not hot. Caesar Salads were ok, but a plate of lettuce for $12? Dont order the pot pie! It was luke warm, no mushrooms as promised, and it wasnt pot pie, just microwaved chicken and veg in cream sauce with mediocre pastry on top. Waiter never asked us if we liked the meal, despite the fact we did not eat the pot pie. Then later asked if we wanted it wrapped?! The people around us seemed to be having fun, guess we should have had a few drinks before the meal, like they did...

This has to be one of Naples finest restaurants by far! The freshest seafood cooked with imagination, style, and overall deliciousness! The portions are generou... read more This has to be one of Naples finest restaurants by far! The freshest seafood cooked with imagination, style, and overall deliciousness! The portions are generous, the flavor sublime... it doesn't get any better than Bistro 821.

Bistro 821 remains among our top choices in Naples. The Wine and Dine menu is a great deal! I especially enjoy the salmon dish, which is always tasty and comes... read more Bistro 821 remains among our top choices in Naples. The Wine and Dine menu is a great deal! I especially enjoy the salmon dish, which is always tasty and comes in a generous portion.

The food was delicious, the service was excellent, and I couldn't have asked for a better experience! read more The food was delicious, the service was excellent, and I couldn't have asked for a better experience!