Welcome to the Bistro at 197

Established in 2011, we are a from-scratch eatery focused on elevated comfort food. An upscale but casual restaurant, bistro provides a dining experience of progressive American cuisine paired with great wine selections & the best craft cocktail scene in the area. Located in the historic downtown block of Canal Commons in Oswego, we provide a fun, upbeat, yet elegant evening of chef-made food & inspired spirits to pair with great company.  Offering weekly live music & seasonally shifting menus, Bistro is the social hub of the local downtown nightlife.

Bistro prides itself on a leisurely, unrushed dining & drinking experience. We invite you & yours to come share with us a great dinner from your first bite to your last sip.


Cheers & Good Eats,


Bistro197.

Please call the restaurant to reserve your spot for large parties & special events.

We would love to accommodate you!

Business Hours


Monday & Tuesday: 4pm - 8pm

Wednesday 11am - 8pm

Thursday & Friday: 11am - 9pm

Saturday: 4pm - 9pm

Sunday: CLOSED


On the days we serve lunch, the bar is open all day with a break in food service from 3:00pm-4:00pm.


We serve our small plates from

4:00pm-5:00pm Thursday-Saturday

with our full menu opening at 5:00pm.


The bar is open past kitchen hours,

business permitting.


Thank you!