Sunset Bistro

This is an update based on an Oct. 2023 visit which involved food I hadn't tried before. Our server was attentive and didn't even flinch when I had to call her back since I decided I wanted the Greek side salad rather than the house salad since I really like the olives. My friend's tortilla salad looked very appealing and he finished up every crisp bit of the edible tortilla bowl--he didn't want the meat that came with it as he's a vegetarian so they gave extra veggies instead which was a nice accommodation. It was MX night and the special was the ribs which came with rice, refried beans topped with cheese, and tortilla chips and salsa: I had to lick my fingers from the zippy but not overly so sauce that covered the succulent ribs that slid off the bone. The chicken shawarma, rice, and vegetables were as tasty as always. I prefer sitting outside than in the close quarters inside, but we came early and it wasn't completely crammed so it was cozy and pleasant. They have daily specials and they are themed like MX or Italian, but you'll never know what they will be unless you call or read the chalkboard first, but they are creative and a good deal. Remember to round out your meal with some beer, mostly bottled, but some on tap, or wine. ------------------------- Schnitzel! Spaetzle! And potato pancakes, mushroom cream sauce, and applesauce. It's German night at Sunset Bistro and things couldn't be better. The first time I went for it a couple of months ago, they didn't serve applesauce and the spaetzle was waterlogged; however, this time the applesauce was there and the spaetzle was lightly pan finished in butter. And look at the size of the Jager Schnitzel! Amber Bock on tap added to the experience and you can dine in or out on the little patio (but since it is a small area with walls on 2 sides, if there are smokers out there your al fresco experience will be marred by stagnant smoke). Caution: German Night is only on Tuesdays, so plan ahead. It's also not well advertised so we had to ask for the special menu and they didn't have beef rolladin since server said they had too much left over the last time they made it--well geez, tell people it's German Night and hand them the menu so they'll know what's available! Put the info on the chalkboard and talk up this special night: it's something to be proud of! Below is my older review which was for a totally different meal--wanted to put the above separately but seems they only allow updates. Anyway, the fish meal experience was a 3 Star experience compared to German Night's 5 Star : The walleye was succulent within its light battered crust, although at $2.50 more than the cod, it could have been larger, and I've had the cod before and liked it as much, I'd probably go cod again next time since once you deep fry a white fish, it's hard to tell much difference. Fries okay, but obviously not in-house and the chicken tenders not as good as in a previous visit. Have they changed suppliers? Didn't have the texture of pure whole white meat chicken like friend remembered from before. Glad they have a few tap beers and not just the lites, so order a full pitcher for the best savings.Nice to have al fresco dining option, especially since although it just faces a parking lot at least there isn't traffic roar like so many ill-placed restaurants have. However, because it's so small it is hard to avoid smoke if others are lighting up so check your location and wind direction if you don't enjoy breathing other people's smoke while dining. Also, the metal chairs are tough on the rump so bring a cushion if you intend to linger.

The patrons are really nice, but inside seating can get very loud. There are only a few seats at the bar, and people squeeze in shoulder to shoulder. They do not have any vegetarian options, and their cocktail selection is limited.

Can’t understand how this place gets good ratings. Both chicken and gyro meat dried out. French fries good. Soup was runny. Service was good. Indoor seating was dark, outdoor polluted by cigarette smokers.

Food was amazing. Short staffed as with everywhere. Small place.

2nd time I visited in 2 mos..both times we asked for napkins we got 2 ..for 4 people. I asked for taziki or ranch both times for fries..didn't get it..we never got asked if we wanted a 2nd beer or beverage..I had to ask 2 times for 2 go box and the check..I almost didn't tip this time but I'm not like that..she afterall brought us our order and I drink ..would of stayed for another and desert but we were apparently eating and the waitress was too busy to acknowledge us..3 people walked out because no service..new waitresses with kind and courteous greetings wouldn't hurt either..the man beside me said well they are both chunky so it's obvious they don't work hard..I just left my cash and bill on table with tip..the food was ok..I've had much better gyros in the mall..fresh they weren't and ty for sooooo much lettuce nothing else..lil meat which was not very tasty..good cardboard sandwiches..thank never again. I gave u 2nd change I'd rather eat at circle k atleast there u know the food your buying sucks..they don't make it seem fresh when it's not...man oh man fail