Great food, pleasant service, prefer the larger side near music for evenings. Nice wine list. Patrick aims to please in all things. We are repeating customers.
Chicken salad sandwich was quite flavorful and good, the other is the half combo salad and grilled chicken seasoned well. Been here a few times I've liked other things better like the house burger
Nice cozy place down on magnolia. I would recommend reservations or showing up early. Also, it is a bit pricey but the food is well worth it. Wine selection coukd be better. Clean dining area, didn't get a chance to see the restrooms.
I had lunch here on a fairly busy day. The service seemed a bit confused at the start, as no one knew we were their table until I pointed out we had been sitting there for about 10 minutes. Once that was squared away, the service was on point. I ordered a salmon salad with Korean noodles, and it was outstanding! Dessert was great, too. I was pleased. I'll definitely return.
This is a fantastic little place. From tube exposed brick wall to the live piano music, Lili's has brilliant ambiance and the food is some of the best to be had in Fort Worth. While everything I've ordered here has been nothing short of magnificent, Lili's donuts are the best thing I've ever tasted!
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New Favorite Destination!. I visited Lili's Bistro last night with my boyfriend and had one of the best meals of my life. I made reservations, arrived 10 minutes early, and we were sat immediately. The ambiance of the restaurant paired with the live piano music was fantastic: Low lighting without being cave-like, lovely oil paintings on the wall, candlelit tables, comfortable seating and wonderful exposed brick, beams and ducts. Lili’s gave off good vibes as soon as I crossed the threshold.
As it was half price wine night (Tues-Wed-Thurs), we ordered the house white wine, which was deliciously dry and crisp, good to the last drop. For apps, we ordered the legendary Gorgonzola fries, as well as escargot. Both small plates were fantastic, served piping hot, packed with herbaceous flavor and cooked to perfection. There was absolutely nothing wrong with them.
For entrees, I ordered the autumn risotto and added salmon with a twist: Our server, Amanda, recommended that I add a Thai chili glaze to the salmon, and I wholeheartedly agreed. The risotto dish was intensely delicious. It is without a doubt one of the most amazing meals I’ve ever had the pleasure of tasting. The sauce, sweet and tangy currant, crunchy pistachios and unctuous salmon sent me to the moon! My boyfriend ordered the seafood trio. The seafood trio’s crab cake was outstandingly crunchy and flavorful, the shrimp and salmon had all the right seasoning and were cooked expertly. So many other restaurants tend to cook seafood ‘til it turns into rubber, but not Lili’s. They clearly have an experienced kitchen staff who are bold about their seasoning and very comfortable behind the stove. We were much too full for dessert, but their tempting dessert menu, namely those donuts with coffee ice cream, do call my name loudly. Next time for sure!
Amanda had finesse, charm, intelligence and a helpful mindset that is sought after in such an industry. She is clearly a professional, passionate about food and service, and is committed to making Lili’s Bistro the star that it is.
I am most certainly returning with my boyfriend, and would love to bring friends and family along!
Beautiful and tasty. The food is delicious, the atmosphere is lovely, what's not to like?
Wow! Beautiful decor. Super quick service. The mufuletta sandwich was the best I've ever had. Fantastic place. I'm here from out of town and wish they'd open one in Atlanta so I could experience more.
My favorite restaurant. My husband and I visited Lilis last weekend. What a real treat. The place is just all around awesome. Christy was our server and the service was excellent. The wedge salad is always a good pick but my macaroon flounder is what brings me back. It has a honey ginger lime sauce. The gouda cream corn makes eating vegetables fun. I would suggest making a reservation because it fills up quickly.
Things you must try before you die.. From start to finish Vance continues to provide both amazing service and delicious food. We went tonight to celebrate a friends birthday and although our tastes vary we all found something we loved. From the tabouli salad and baba gunoush {yes I said Baba Gunoush} appetizers to my perfect and delicious steak medallions with black pepper gnocchi I was in heaven.And our server recommended a bottle of wine that complimented our meal perfectly{ The Prisoner} I just got home and already can't wait to go again it is well worth the drive! Thanks again to Vance and all the crew .
Best food in Fort Worth!. My boyfriend and I absolutely love Lilis! The menu is extensive and intriguing, whether you're there for lunch or dinner. EVERYTHING on the menu that we have tried has been so delicious! The Gorgonzola fries are to die for. Even a simple grilled cheese has been phenomenal. If you live in Fort Worth, you must try this place! Or if you're just visiting the city, I definitely would recommend trying this great little bistro.
Perfect. Ate there twice in the last 10 days. Once for lunch and then dinner. Both times great food and service.
We love it!. Despite the bickering comments below, Lili's is a great restaurant. If you are in a rush and want "typical" American food, then it's not for you. BUT if you want to have an enjoyable romantic night out and try some (always changing) gourmet food, then it's great! It's super small which makes the ambiance that much better. Sometimes you have to wait, even with a reservation, but there is a nearby bar that has great drinks and atmosphere, so we usually WANT to wait. :) If you want something better than the average chain restaurant then Lili's is a must try!
Lili's Bistro Great find on Magnolia. Magnolia street is an "artsy" street on the south side of Ft. Worth, TX with a number of interesting & quaint eating establishment, one being Lili's Bistro on Magnolia. We got there early around 11am since we had an appointment just after noon, good thing because the bistro filled up fast by noon. Needless to say the food, service & the owner were OUTSTANDING, we will go again. FYI, the name Lili is the name of the owner's daughter, a very nice man I failed to get his name. Their website is http://lilisbistro.com/ The bistro consists of two eating areas, one having the bar & a piano, piano music in the afternoon & evenings. There is parking in the rear with a rear entrance to the bistro FYI. We'll see you there some day, "do drop in", you won't be disappointed *Ü*
Just ate there with my girlfriend last Friday, can't think of a better place for a date night. In fact, she insists that all future date nights be at this establishment. The petite beef Wellington is incredible, as is the service and atmosphere. My girlfriend had the macaroon flounder, also wonderful. The owner actually chatted us up for a few minutes and made us feel very welcome. In the words of my girl friend "Vance is just a doll!" He spoke to many of his patrons, and if anyone wasn't his friend, I couldn't tell. He's a gracious host and kind of added to the small restaurant's charming ambiance. Oh, and in response to Anna's review, he was wearing a shirt and not lustfully staring at my date. Thanks for a great experience, Lilis.
First time tonight! I plan on adding it to the regular rotation! I'll be back!
Great!. Awesome. My husband and I visited for our anniversary and loved the place. The ambiance was nice and there were excellent options for both my husband (a meat eater) and myself (a vegetarian). I'd highly recommend it for anyone looking for a great meal at a unique restaurant.
So good. This place is amazing. Everything we've had from the menu has been ridiculously good, and the service is excellent.
Thus reateraunt was great! Tried the gorgonzola fries, Lili's house burger, and chicken kings ranch stuffed poblano pepper. Everything was exceptional! Service was good. For dessert tried the key lime pie with pistachio crust was the clear winner. But my favorite aspect of this reateraunt was the textures of all the food, perfectly ballanced. It's wonderful fusion of French and contemporary. The food is wonderfully flavored, the texture is silky smooth, and the ballance in the dishes is worthy of praise. Don't overlook this liltle bistro!
Poblano pepper stuffed with king ranch was really good
Gorgonzola Fries. Only been here for lunches. The burgers and gorgonzola cheese fries are so good that I don't mind eating outside in 100+ degree weather during the summer.
Awesome..... I first went to Lili's Bistro the day it opened, and I knew this place was a winner from the moment I walked through the door. Fabulous food, one of the best burgers in the DFW-- and VERY different than many of the other burgers on the scene. The decor is tasteful, the food is tasty and the service is excellent. Our team from the hospital comes there every couple of weeks as a large group, with a very short window of time to eat and get back to work. Vance always makes sure we can get a seat together and squeeze us in as one large group. It is his attention to service, his flexibility to our need and the exceptional food that has kept us coming back for years. Although I must admit, sometimes we cheat on Lili, and visit Cat City Grill... but I'm sure Vance doesnt mind.
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Great Food, very good service. Yes, this is also a wine bar, but the food is well focused and executed quite well.
We started with the Tzatziki Medley (Traditional Greek Tzatziki cucumber-yogurt dip served with a side of Tabouli, a side of their Bulgher & Berries and fried pita bread wedges), and the Phyllo Wrapped Halloumi (tasty, but a little too greasy).
For the Entrees we ordered the day's Special (Polenta Crab with a cajun shrimp topping) and the Crab Cakes. Wow! Even the sides and the tomato wedge were tasty.
For dessert I went for the new item they have: vanilla ice cream served with almond chocolate and bacon. Hard to describe, but you've got to try it.
FYI: If you don't call ahead for a reservation, you will be seated outside if you show up during their lunch/dinner rush(which is fine for people watching if the weather is behaving). But there are only 8-tables outside and no place for anyone to wait around if you are out of luck for a table. So be prepared: they are well managed and courteous but leave no room to accommodate clueless diners with no manners.
I can't get that burger out of my mind.. Living in Texas all my life, and enjoying good food, I've had a lot of burgers. I've never had one in the same league as the Gorgonzola burger on sourdough at Lili's. It is simply amazing. Like Fort Worth Hole in the Wall said, it kills you with happiness. We've loved everything else we've tried here as well, including salads, grilled chicken and tenderloin. Our friends enjoyed the salmon very much. The Gorgonzola wedge salad is heavenly. I don't normally care for iceberg lettuce, but this dressing makes it worth it.
We've always had good, pleasant service. The atmosphere is lovely. The patio is wonderful in good weather. The prices are not outrageous like they could be with such good food. We keep going back because it's all wonderful. Parking is definitely an issue, though.
Funky charm. Enjoyed our starters and entrees- wasabi wontons and crab cakes were standouts. Atmosphere and service was delightful as well.
Funky, fun & delicious!. Lili's is about creativity - think "nouveau comfort food" - the signature waffle fries with Gorgonzolla are a must - tilapia in all its forms rocks here - the enchiladas are served almost deconstructed - very interesting - desserts are awesome, wine selection interesting and different - don't get the king ranch chicken unless you have time for a nap afterwards
Good specials. Dropped into Lili's once later on a Friday night with some friends. They had some interesting specials on the menu that day and I decided to try the baked flounder topped with shrimp and fresh crab. While the portion was a tad on the small side for the money, it was still a very good dish.
I've heard much of this Gorgonzola Burger and I've been meaning to get in there to try it. This will be my mission for my next visit, there will for sure be a next time.
The Best In Town. Lili's house burger is the best burger by that I've ever eaten. I am not a burger fan and I generally never order burgers. I tried a piece of my friends burger and fell in love. Everything I have tried there has been wonderful. This is my new favorite spot.
Small but Awesome. I love this place. You must try the Lili's House Burger. The gorgonzola dressing is fabulous, and you must have it on their Jalapeno Bun. We have taken many people to eat at Lili's and the reaction is always the same, "Great food."
Thanks to Vance Martin for a great food experience.
Absolutely love Lili's! We have never been disappointed, and I routinely refer people to Lili's for the service, the food, and the experience of Fort Worth's friendly atmosphere
Wonderful food!. Never have we been disappointed at Lili's! The food is amazing in a low-key setting.
Fantastc!. We really enjoyed our meal. Tom was our server and was very friendly and knowledgable of everything on the menu. The food was fantastic. I would highly recomend this restaurant.
Lili's. This is an amazing place. From the staff to the food it is always a wonderful experience. I don't think I'll ever get tired of it!
If you are a cheeseburger “purest,” this place may not be for you. It is a bistro and has that feel and the food (as you can see) is served with a chef’s flair. The burgers are flavored well and cooked medium (the way it should be.) You get your choice of sourdough or jalapeno bread for the bun. The fries are waffle-style and we even tried them with s
This restaurant is amazing.
The Crab Cakes had an awesome dip that came with chips.
The Poblano Burgers is so flavorful, yum!
The Lamb Special was tasteful throughout.
Overall, great food, wonderful ambiance, and the service was exceptional.
This was by far an absolutely outstanding eating experience. Personalized by the owner who checked up on each person. The food is excellent, with no compromising on quality or freshness. Our guest assistant Amanda was constantly checking on us to make sure everything was ok. From the small plate crab cakes, to the salad, to the main entrees of tilapia and crab, ending with the perfect brown cinnamon and apple pie with ice cream, delivery, presentation, and service was well organized, timely and seamless. Parking is plentiful and the live music relaxing and not overpowering. Thank you to everyone for making an enjoyable evening happen. We will be back. A+ all the way around.
Solomon
This was our 3rd time here and it did not disappoint. The toasted ravioli is to die for! The maple bacon Brussel sprouts were delicious, and the salads were really good and fresh! We absolutely will be returning. Not sure what all the negative reviews are about, this place is amazing!
We really enjoy this cute little restaurant. The only downside is that there is not a full bar. Beer and wine only and the wine selection is limited. The last two visits, my shrimp was over cooked and chewy. Atmosphere and staff are great! Another thing I love is the live music in the evening, very romantic.
We typically do not order dessert but the dinner portions are not over the top and allowed us to get the donuts - they were wonderful and served warm!
This green Chile pork loin is probably the best dish I’ve had in Fort Worth 🤤
Discovering Lili's Bistro in the heart of Fort Worth has been nothing short of a culinary revelation for my wife and me. The moment you walk through the doors, you're greeted with an atmosphere that instantly feels like home—warm, inviting, and full of character.
Customer service is top-notch, setting a new standard for what 'excellent' truly means. The staff are not only attentive but also anticipate your needs, making the entire experience seamless from start to finish.
However, the true star of the show is the food. Each dish is a symphony of flavors that sings to your palate. Whether it's a staple on the menu or a seasonal special, you're guaranteed to savor every last bite.
Overall, I can't recommend Lili's Bistro enough. Five out of five stars, without a doubt.
Our waitress Amy and her trainee Jessica were fantastic some of the best service we've ever had.
The food was generally fantastic.
The calamari was just a little bit overcooked. The teriyaki salmon could have used a little more flavor. However that is just nitpicking overall it was really good
Four stars for the atmosphere because it was too dark in there.
It's going on one of our favorites list and we will definitely be back
An absolute gem in Fort Worth! We loved the service and the food, it was delicious (my pictures don’t do justice). Must-haves include:
• Lili’s House Nachos
• Fried Dill Spears
• Greek Wedge Salad
• Lili’s House Burger (one of the best I’ve ever had)
We had the seafood relleno special, crab cake small plate and the chocolate torte. Everything was very good! Wonderful service
Tried something a little bit different tonight and stopped in to Lili's Bistro on Magnolia. Started off with a baked Brie appetizer with focacia bread. My wife had the macaroon flounder with rice. I tried the tenderloin medallions and added the prawns. Everything was absolutely delicious. Would highly recommend.
This is one great place! We found a true gem! My wife and I tried this place for the first time for our anniversary and we absolutely enjoyed it. The food presentation looked so good we forgot to take pictures of entree but we did capture appetizer and dessert. We had the Asian Crab Cakes to start, very good.. my wife had the Double Lobster Ravioli and I had the Beef Tenderloin Gnocchi, so so so good! We finished dinner off with the powdered donut and coffee ice cream dessert, again very good! Great service and great atmosphere, piano player was a really nice treat too! We'll be back for sure!
Good food and atmosphere. Nice menu with lots to choose from burgers to sandwiches. The award winning burger was good while my wife loved the chicken salad sandwich. Save room though for the donuts and ice cream! A little pricey but worth a try. Very good service!
Visiting from out of town.
We stopped in for lunch after a trip to Cooks Hospital; it was very close to hospital district. We loved the charm of the restaurant.
Food was delicious; we loved the sandwiches and clam chowder.
We ordered a poblano burger to go for our son and he loved it!
We will definitely be back when we are in the FW area!:)
Thanks again for the owner’s hospitality!
We have visited here many times. Whether we have a reservation or sit at the bar, there no better service and cuisine on Magnolia Ave. Keith is our go to waiter, but all of the staff is top notch. Whether getting appetizers or a full meal, the food is always delectable. You will always get a visit from the owner showing his goal of a great dining experience.
I have been coming here since they opened. I have never had a bad experience, the staff have never been anything but that most professional, courteous, and polite. The food, regardless of what you order, will be amazing. And the Apple pie, my god, the Apple pie. I defy you to try and find better apple pie at any restaurant, anywhere.
I'm sad that I had to move 300 miles away. But anytime I come back to fort worth, you can bet I will make a trip to Lili's Bistro. Maybe I'll get lucky someday and they'll build another location down here in Houston. If that day never comes, I'll still keep going home to get some once in a while.
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