Bistro City

Bistro City, located at 1819 E Plaza Blvd in National City, CA, has garnered a loyal following for its exceptional Mandarin and Cantonese cuisine. Customers rave about the friendly and attentive service that enhances their dining experience. One veteran diner highlights that after six years of visits, the restaurant has never disappointed, consistently delivering generous portion sizes and flavorful dishes.

Food reviewers, like Daniela Alvarado, sing praises for the diverse menu, recommending staples such as Singapore Stir Fried Thin Rice Noodles and the perfectly seasoned Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings. The well-balanced Salted Fish Fried Rice and light yet crispy Triple Mushrooms with Egg Bean Curd also receive accolades. The Crab Rangoon is described as a must-try appetizer thanks to its delightful flavor and texture.

Furthermore, patrons appreciate the restaurant's ambiance, which retains a well-kept charm despite being in an older building. The friendly staff is praised for being accommodating and efficient—ensuring that every guest feels welcome. As one reviewer put it, "You will not regret coming here." Bistro City clearly establishes itself as a gem for anyone seeking authentic Chinese fare in a warm setting.

Accessibility
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
- Has no-contact delivery
- Offers delivery
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
Highlights
- Has fast service
- Has great tea selection
Popular for
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
Offerings
- Serves alcohol
- Serves beer
- Serves comfort food
- Serves healthy options
- Quick bite
- Serves small plates
- Serves vegetarian dishes
- Serves wine
Dining options
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Has catering
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
Amenities
- Has toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Quiet
Crowd
- Good for groups
- Popular with tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Accepts credit cards
- Accepts debit cards
- Accepts NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs available
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
- Plenty of parking

el bhergas

Jun 16,2025

I've eaten here for the last 6 years and it's never disappointed. Friendly and attentive service only overshadowed by the quality of their food and generous portion sizes.

Daniela Alvarado

Jun 6,2025

This place is so good! I have been here about three times and nothing had disappointed! Finally reviewing it so I’m going to post all the dishes I’ve had! I’ve had the Fried wontons as complimentary snack. Singapore Stir Fried Thin Rice Noodles, Dry Beef Chow Fun, Triple Mushrooms with Egg Bean Curd, Salted Fish Fried Rice, Crab Rangoon and Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings The Singapore noodles were delicious and such good flavor, and the chicken in it was delicious! The dry beef chow fun was so good also honestly if you have a noddle craving this will settle it. The triple mushroom with egg bean curd was light and delicate but crispy at the same time.. the salted Fish Fried rice was so good also, don’t get it if you don’t like salty things. even though it was salty it was in a well balanced way. The crab rangoons were also perfectly flavored and lightly crispy such a great appetizer and the salt and pepper chicken wings are a must! So so freaking good! Perfectly seasoned and great crunch in every bit. YOU CANT GO WRONG HERE!

Dana Gastelum

May 24,2025

Great service friendly waitress. My dad and I will definitely come again. And the food was great

Samuel Morgan

Apr 30,2025

Good food, friendly staff. They took our order pretty quickly and answered our questions. So that we can make a good food choice. It's an older building, but well kept. They had pictures of the food items posted so that it would be easier to make a choice. They also had lobster that you could order that are fresh out of the tank in the restaurant. They also served good food portions.

Zorrow

Apr 24,2025

Amazing Mandarin and Cantonese food. This is the best Chinese restaurant in town, hands down. Been coming here for years, best place to bring your friends and family for traditional, Mandarin and Cantonese food. The people that works at Bistro City and runs it are amazing. You will not regret coming here. 5 stars !

Paul

Apr 20,2025

Mine and my wife's favorite Chinese food spot. We take everyone here when they come visit us in SD and it's always a hit! The food is delicious, the portions are large, and the service is impeccable. The staff leaves you feeling welcome and the cooks make sure your bellies are full. 10/10 would recommend. I can't say enough good things about Bistro City.

SB- 63

Apr 13,2025

I have been wanting to try this place for a long time. We eat at Family Pancake House and I see it just across the street. Beautiful dining room. Very clean. We had Pork and Black Bean, Walnut Shrimp, and a whole Fried Rock Cod. Added some Chinese Broccoli. OMG. All of the food was delicious. The black bean was not too salty. The fried Rock Cod in a tempura batter was phenomenal. Veggies... awesome. My wife loved the Walnut Shrimp, the main reason why we came here. A must try. Oh yeah, the Hot & Sour soup was good. Thank you.

juan rosales

Mar 26,2025

Great service and atmosphere! We ordered take out, first time trying this place. Let me say it did not disappoint at all. Every dish we ordered was cooked to perfection and tasted delicious. Found my new favorite Chinese restaurant!

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