"Perfect for what it is. The service here is amazing: thoughtful, kind, and attentive. The variety of food is impressive for a small park bistro, and the quality truly stands out. You can tell the staff cares about both the food and the experience. The parking here is free and plentiful, which makes visiting easy. A good rule of thumb is that if there is parking available, there will be space for you at the bistro. If the lot is full, the place is packed and it is worth coming back at another time. My children loved their bagels, and I loved my tuna. We all had a wonderful time sitting by the lake. I have dietary restrictions, and the staff took them seriously without ever making me feel like a burden. My children can be picky eaters, but every request was met with care and attention, as though it was a pleasure to accommodate us. They wanted us to feel welcome, comfortable, and happy. And we did. In fact, it was some of the best service we had on our entire trip, which made this tiny spot by the lake so memorable. Most of the time when you eat at a park, you do not expect this level of service or this caliber of food. When I first saw the prices online, I rolled my eyes, but after experiencing it firsthand, I can say they are completely warranted. An excellent spot. I cannot wait to come back."

"This place honestly never disappoints! I usually take bike rides on the trail and end up grabbing a healthy salad and coffee on the way and the quality of the food always impresses me! Today I’ve got a flan and it was one of the best I’ve ever had! Absolutely recommended!"

"The food tastes like airplane food. I understand this place offers a nice view by the lake, but its main product is still the food — and they seem to have forgotten that. I ordered the bistro breakfast: the scrambled eggs were completely bland and overcooked, without even a pinch of salt. The potatoes tasted like they were made yesterday, and the bacon was cold and hard. The food was so bad it ruined my mood to enjoy the view."

"The food was decent and perfectly edible, but I came here for more than just a meal — I needed a place to get some work done. Working here with a view of the lake was an absolute pleasure. The surrounding nature is stunning, peaceful, and truly inspiring. A great spot if you want to combine light work with a beautiful, relaxing environment."

"☕ Coffee & Pastries: I only had tea during my visit, but they do have a selection of pastries available. 🏞️ Spacious Seating: The coffee shop offers quite a bit of seating, both indoors and outdoors, which is nice for spreading out and relaxing. 🌊 Lakeside Location: Its location right by Shoreline Lake is a definite plus. It offers a pleasant view and is conveniently next door to the lake rental facilities. 💰 Value: I found the prices to be slightly on the higher side. While this is somewhat understandable given the prime lakeside location, it feels a bit overpriced for what you get. 🚨 Service & Awareness: This was a notable point of concern. While waiting, the door swung open and hit us, and there was no immediate reaction or apology from any staff member. This lack of awareness and regard for customers was quite disappointing. 🤔 Overall: American Bistro has a great location and ample seating, making it a good spot if you're looking for a convenient place near Shoreline Lake. However, the slightly high prices and the concerning lack of staff awareness during the door incident made the experience just "okay" for me."