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Hours
| Friday | 12–9 PM |
| Saturday | 12–9 PM |
| Sunday | 12–9 PM |
| Monday | 12–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–9 PM |
| Thursday | 12–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 100-102 Ocean Beach Rd, Sorrento VIC 3943, Australia
Phone: +61 3 5984 4995
Website: http://www.bistroelba.com.au/
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Reservations: bistroelba.com.au
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Bistro Elba
Southern French cuisine – Sorrento – lunch & dinner. Open 7 days. Prix Fixe Lunch Two courses & wine $65 12 noon – 3pm.
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Reviews
Rubes
At first, we planned to come here for dinner, but all the tables were full and we were really hungry, so we grabbed something nearby instead. We later made a reservation (to come for oysters and wine). Around 5–6 PM (not sure of the exact time, you might want to double-check), they have half-price oysters, but of course, you need to book in advance.
When we arrived, we ordered a bottle of the house white wine, and it was amazing 100/10! The oysters were okay, nothing spectacular. After that, we tried the beef tartare, and it was sooo good that we ended up ordering the duck main course. Unfortunately, the duck didn’t wow us as expected, it lacked flavor and didn’t have that lovely duck aroma.
The plating and the overall ambiance of the restaurant were very nice. It seems to be a popular spot in the area, so make sure to book ahead. Regarding service, the male staff were very sweet with us, but one of the female staff seemed a bit unhappy. I’m not sure if it was because we ordered only a few items (if that’s the case, maybe the restaurant has a minimum order requirement). Overall, though, it was a good experience. I especially loved their wine!
… moreWhen we arrived, we ordered a bottle of the house white wine, and it was amazing 100/10! The oysters were okay, nothing spectacular. After that, we tried the beef tartare, and it was sooo good that we ended up ordering the duck main course. Unfortunately, the duck didn’t wow us as expected, it lacked flavor and didn’t have that lovely duck aroma.
The plating and the overall ambiance of the restaurant were very nice. It seems to be a popular spot in the area, so make sure to book ahead. Regarding service, the male staff were very sweet with us, but one of the female staff seemed a bit unhappy. I’m not sure if it was because we ordered only a few items (if that’s the case, maybe the restaurant has a minimum order requirement). Overall, though, it was a good experience. I especially loved their wine!
Rio Astawan
I and My Sister had dinner here and it was a wonderful experience. The service was excellent — the staff were welcoming and attentive throughout the evening. The food was champion, full of flavor and beautifully presented. Highly recommended!
… moreG S
We visited Bistro Elba for my partner’s birthday and, while it was acknowledged, nothing was done to make it feel special. My steak arrived cold, and overall the food lacked flavour. For the price, the portions and quality just didn’t match up. The service was very average and didn’t enhance the experience at all. Unfortunately, for the amount we spent, it really wasn’t worth it.
… morechang yue
I rarely leave reviews, but this experience truly deserves one. While the menu appears understated, each dish is executed with remarkable precision and depth of flavour. From the oysters to the mains and desserts, every course was exceptional—without question one of Melbourne’s finest French restaurants. A genuine hidden gem. We will most certainly return. The wine list is equally impressive, and the team’s expertise made the pairing effortless and spot on.
… moreAlex Yu
This is the first restaurant review I’ve ever written, but what occurred here went well beyond a disappointing meal.
I had made a reservation for three, which I responsibly canceled earlier that day because my son was sick. Later, when he felt better, we returned as walk-ins. The restaurant was clearly not busy, making what followed even harder to excuse.
We ordered two glasses of Chardonnay to start. One arrived in a visibly dirty glass, with residue adhered to the inside. When this was pointed out, the server dismissed the concern, claiming it was cork residue—an explanation that was plainly incorrect. Cork does not adhere to glass in that manner. I even attempted to scrape it off with a knife to demonstrate the issue. Although the wine was eventually replaced, there was no apology, only a defensive and dismissive attitude.
Upon reviewing the receipt later, I noticed we had been charged for “Chablis” instead of the Chardonnay we ordered. This discrepancy was never addressed or explained, raising serious concerns about accuracy—or ”INTENT.“
The food did little to redeem the experience. Aside from the gnocchi, the dishes showed a lack of balance and basic care. Two of the three oysters were aggressively salty, to the point of being unpleasant to eat. The mussels suffered from the same flaw, with salinity overwhelming any natural flavor. The cooking felt careless rather than deliberate, lacking the discipline and refinement expected at this level.
The final interaction was the most telling. We paid in cash and were given $4.30 entirely in 20-cent coins—without explanation, acknowledgment, or courtesy. In context, this felt less like indifference and more like contempt.
By that point, it was clear this was not a series of isolated mistakes but a pattern of dismissive behavior. Concerns were brushed off rather than addressed, and the overall tone suggested that guest experience was of little importance.
Hospitality depends on professionalism, accountability, and respect—especially when things go wrong. All three were notably absent. I left feeling unwelcome and disrespected. This is not an experience I would repeat or recommend to others.
… moreI had made a reservation for three, which I responsibly canceled earlier that day because my son was sick. Later, when he felt better, we returned as walk-ins. The restaurant was clearly not busy, making what followed even harder to excuse.
We ordered two glasses of Chardonnay to start. One arrived in a visibly dirty glass, with residue adhered to the inside. When this was pointed out, the server dismissed the concern, claiming it was cork residue—an explanation that was plainly incorrect. Cork does not adhere to glass in that manner. I even attempted to scrape it off with a knife to demonstrate the issue. Although the wine was eventually replaced, there was no apology, only a defensive and dismissive attitude.
Upon reviewing the receipt later, I noticed we had been charged for “Chablis” instead of the Chardonnay we ordered. This discrepancy was never addressed or explained, raising serious concerns about accuracy—or ”INTENT.“
The food did little to redeem the experience. Aside from the gnocchi, the dishes showed a lack of balance and basic care. Two of the three oysters were aggressively salty, to the point of being unpleasant to eat. The mussels suffered from the same flaw, with salinity overwhelming any natural flavor. The cooking felt careless rather than deliberate, lacking the discipline and refinement expected at this level.
The final interaction was the most telling. We paid in cash and were given $4.30 entirely in 20-cent coins—without explanation, acknowledgment, or courtesy. In context, this felt less like indifference and more like contempt.
By that point, it was clear this was not a series of isolated mistakes but a pattern of dismissive behavior. Concerns were brushed off rather than addressed, and the overall tone suggested that guest experience was of little importance.
Hospitality depends on professionalism, accountability, and respect—especially when things go wrong. All three were notably absent. I left feeling unwelcome and disrespected. This is not an experience I would repeat or recommend to others.
Jasmyn Kane
The food here is the rare level of delicious where you cannot stop commenting on each bite. The service was attentive if not a little too frequent at first, but that would be my only criticism. Excellent choice for a cosy date night or an elevated meal with family or friends.
… moreIqbal Hamdi
Very mediocre food at exorbitant cost.
And the non-alcoholic drinks were so bad that we left those after the first sip. Those should be completely removed from the menu. Don’t serve something that you’re so bad at.
We were just too disappointed to try the dessert.
And in the end they didn’t even bother asking ‘how was the food?’.
… moreAnd the non-alcoholic drinks were so bad that we left those after the first sip. Those should be completely removed from the menu. Don’t serve something that you’re so bad at.
We were just too disappointed to try the dessert.
And in the end they didn’t even bother asking ‘how was the food?’.
Kellie
Bordering between 3 and 4 stars. There has been a change here in the kitchen, Miss the whole fish special and there is a dip in flavour from general seasoning to the oyster vinaigrette. That said the food is fresh, service informed and friendly, ambience honest and relaxed (a hard find in Sorrento). We continue to give our custom, reviewing because we saw a few negatives over summer and wanted to correct / balance where we could. It can get pricey because of the wine list, however food alone remains reasonable, fresh and flavoursome.
… moreNatasha Abdullah
Went on a Sunday lunch. Not overly busy, relaxed, ambient and lovely sunny day. You get what you pay for, everything was great. Thoroughly enjoyed the food, great drinks list and attentive staff. Will definitely be back again.
… moresarah bou
2nd time at Bistro Alba, and can’t fault it. Food is delicious, atmosphere is great, service is great. Highly recommend it.
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