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 and 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 and inspired spirits to pair with great company.  Offering weekly live music and seasonally shifting menus, Bistro is the social hub of the local downtown nightlife.

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


Cheers and 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 Brunch: 10:30am - 1:30pm


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!