This smart, bustling little French hot spot has real bistro atmosphere.

Atmosphere: Sophisticated bistro atmosphere; well-spaced tables and controlled noise level.

Old-fashioned bistro atmosphere with nautical flavour.

O Map Potted marigolds and jazz on the stereo add to the bistro atmosphere at this cosy Italian place.

His idea was to serve Thai foods with a French inflection in a bistro atmosphere.

That casual bistro atmosphere and emphasis on the local bounty are just what summer vacationers on the East End are looking for.

A gregarious crowd of patrons flocks to this smart little spot for its genuine bistro atmosphere, amiable staff and inventive Gallic fare at inexpensive prices.

Today, everyone is talking about bistros: bistro atmosphere, bistro cooking and, yes, even bistro wines.

"I like the friendly bistro atmosphere, and the food is terrific," Ms. Bloom said.

Good Atmosphere - A cozy, palpably very French bistro atmosphere with mustard yellow walls, wood wainscoting and appropriate art posters.