text: I have been going to Bar Bistro since it opened a couple years ago Had I written a review then I would have given the restaurant stars Much has improved since the opening The menu has gone through a couple of revisions Dishes that did not work have been removed Dishes that do work have survived The biggest improvement is the service Once upon a time the service was slow confused and inattentive My recent experiences have suggested otherwise The wait staff as of late has been very attentive friendly communicative and they have had a good knowledge of the menu nnThe cuisine consists of Mediterranean inspired dishes a strong Spanish influence throw in a little American fusion and that about sums it up You can find pizza on the menu Mind you the pizza is baked on a wafer crust It is good but it is not what you expect when you order pizza I have had really good luck with the seafood dishes salads and the soupsnnThe chef has shifted focus to a tapas menu The appetizers are excellent Great place to dine with a few friends if you are looking to share They are a little pricey though for a plate of sauteed wild mushrooms in broth Try the sliders if you are looking for comfort food with a little variety nnPortions are perfect There is no way you can overeat or have leftovers Very tasteful and healthful Food is always nicely seasoned very big on flavor but not spiced so powerfully that it blows away your palettennOf course you cannot write a review on Bar Bistro without mentioning the ambiance The restaurant is located on the st floor of the Arts Factory and works from the gallery flow into the dining room You will find a changing rotation of pieces from local and regional artists that have showed at many of the galleries in the Vegas Arts District The restaurants heritage arts is even present in the dining booths intimate booths with tables in the shape of painters palettesnnI would not eat here on a First Friday I you intend to you must make a reservation With that I make a plea to the Las Vegas resident make an effort to visit Downtown on another day of the month even if it is just for dinner Bar Bistro is open days a week and they eagerly await your patronage