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Oakwood Bistro


3.5 of 5 stars 19 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: American
  • 3003 Oakland Dr., Kalamazoo, MI 49008
  • 269-344-5400

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2 of 5 stars
San Francisco, California
7 Oct 2009

Despite a good location, attentive service and a fresh sounding menu, Oakwood Bistro was a disappointment. Lunch special of a turkey sandwich and off the menu item, the falafel, looked like something from a school cafeteria. The turkey sandwich contained one sad little piece of arugula, a few over-fried "root" chips and was thrown on the plate. The falafel on... more

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4 of 5 stars
Kalamazoo, Michigan
6 Jul 2009

We head to Oakwood Bistro about once a month and are usually very happy with our selections. The diverse menu is a nice change of pace compared to other places in the area. Worth a stop if you are in the area. The Bell's burger is worth a try! more

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5 of 5 stars
Kalamazoo, MI
24 May 2009

The Bistro is one of our favorites (we go every couple of weeks). The special (one sandwich, one meal, one pizza and one risotto) and creative, often unique and excellent. It recently became chef owned so things are even more consistent than before. Try the salmon BLT or the thin crust pizzas. The salads and soups are wonderful. The only... more

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2 of 5 stars
Ann Arbor MI
9 Feb 2009
1
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We wondered, when we entered this bistro late during a Saturday lunch hour recently, why there were only a few customers. We found out. Our server was unattentive, but the bruschetta appetizer was OK. My wife's "Kobe" beef steak at $25 was dry, tasteless and grainy, obviously freezer-to-grill-cooked. And my gourmet burger was equally unimpressive, although the lettuce seemed fresh.... more

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2 of 5 stars
kalamazoo
25 Jan 2009
1
person found this review helpful

Just okay, Service was slow and the prices high. Not enough to bring me back that is for sure! more

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5 of 5 stars
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23 Dec 2008

Excellent food- delicious and homey. Very fresh ingredients at a good price. One of our favorites! more

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2 of 5 stars
portage, mi
28 Mar 2008
1
person found this review helpful

People say this place is cheap. If your idea of cheap is twenty dollars per person with tax and tip, then, I agree. For Kalamazoo, a lunch that costs 15 dollars is really expensive. So what do you get for that? Well, we were the only people in the restaurant, so the service isn't bad. The meal starts with warm... more

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5 of 5 stars
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2 Feb 2008

Interesting specials. Always great food, well prepared and presented. more

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3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor reviewer on Facebook
20 Jan 2008

A bit fru fru for my tastes, but its got a creative menu. more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor reviewer on Facebook
16 Dec 2007

Delicious! Try the macaroni and cheese! Fun atmosphere and good menu. A little pricy though. more

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Oakwood Bistro Address

3003 Oakland Dr., Kalamazoo, MI 49008
Tel: 269-344-5400 Fax: 616-343-0115
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.