Lumière Bistro

36 Ball Park Rd, Sewanee TN 37375
$$ French

From Ratatouille and Rosé to Sweet Potato Pies and Sazeracs, the gastronomic traditions of our American South and the South of France have much in common—an incredibly rich food and drink culture, a love of the land and the bounty it supplies, and a warm and welcoming spirit of hospitality.

At Lumière we embrace the Southern culture of both countries by curating simple, delicious menus from the land, offered with a spirit of sharing, bound to a belief that our role as a restaurant should include more than an economic exchange.

Food and drink nourish our bodies, our minds, and our relationships. We extend that care to our community by providing a place for celebration, an active program of community education and engagement, safe and responsible employment, and a firm belief that no one is doing well unless all of our neighbors are doing well.

Just as Sewanee’s professors once left a porch light on at their homes to let lonely students know they were welcome for food or fellowship, Lumière keeps the light on for our regional family, offering comfort for wanderers near and far from home.

Reservations

Booking Notes:

Dinner reservations are available 4pm - 8:45pm and must be made by 3:30pm. (Brunch reservations by 10:30am.) Our kitchen stays open until 9pm and our bar stays open until 10pm. Dinner reservations are for up to 2 hours at your table in order for us to serve the next guests. We only accept split checks for tables of 5 or less guests. For reservations of 7 or more guests, please text us at 267-585-4448. We accept reservations on a 60 day rolling schedule. We may require a non-refundable deposit.

Business Info

  • Address: 36 Ball Park Rd, Sewanee TN 37375
  • Cross Street: Highway 41A
  • Cuisine: American | French |
  • Cost: | Inexpensive
  • Category: Bar/Lounge
  • Star Rating:
  • Reservations: Recommended
  • Dress Code: Casual
  • Meals Served: Brunch | Dinner |
  • Parking: Street | Public Lot | Car Park |
  • Payment Options: VISA | Amex | MasterCard | Discover |
  • Corkage Fee: N/A
  • Phone: (267) 585-4448
  • Features: Full Bar, Live Entertainment, Outdoor Seating, Wheelchair Access, Lounge / Bar, Free Wi-Fi, Gay / Lesbian, Farm-to-table,
  • Occasion: Child Friendly, Romantic Dining, Dining Alone, Meet for a Drink, Quiet Conversation, Special Occasion, Vegetarian, Quick Bite, Trendy / Hip, Date Night,

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Business Hours

Reservations Available
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Dinner 4 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Friday
Dinner 4 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Saturday
Dinner 4 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Saturday Brunch 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Sunday
Closed
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Customer Reviews & Ratings

4.89 out of 5 stars based on 108 votes

Overall: 10/10
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Value: 5/10
May 23, 2023
Betty Barton B.
First rate in every way

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May 21, 2023
Gail C.
The cocktails and libations were amazing! The food was delicious and presented beautifully! The ambiance was perfect for an evening out with a friend and escaping from reality for a while. Thank you for a wonderful experience at Lumiere, a French Bistro in Sewanee Tennessee.

Overall: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
May 14, 2023
Miree W.
The soup was delicious and the staff so personable! Love the ambiance!

Overall: 10/10
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Apr 25, 2023
Christin C.
Sergio, Taylo, and Boo all took care of us, and they were each outstanding. Keri came to visit, too. The bar menu and wine list are stunning. We'll be back! Chris

Overall: 10/10
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Apr 17, 2023
Susan R.
What a wonderful night of good food and a great atmosphere. Our most favorite ingredient in the Sewanee Salad was the pecans that added so much to the delicious salad. Next was the cheeseboard. As we nibbled through the cheese, pickles, olives and meats we entertained ourselves by reading the wine and drink list. The main course was the stew that was so delicious. We had leftovers to enjoy the next day! To end the night we had the blackberry crepes. Our plates were clean and we went home happy. We will be back

Overall: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Apr 11, 2023
Elizabeth I.
Loved our experience at Lumiere. Our server, Boo, was exceptional!!! I’m so happy to have this new place in Sewanee and look forward to returning in May! and trying the Oysters!

Overall: 10/10
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Apr 09, 2023
Christopher B.
An amazing food experience — we loved everything about Lumiere from the atmosphere, service, food, drinks, price, etc. Highly recommended. We went back the next day it was so good!

Overall: 10/10
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Apr 04, 2023
Jeffery H.
Best meal we've ever had in the Sewanee area

Overall: 10/10
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Service: 10/10
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Value: 10/10
Mar 26, 2023
Sarah O.
What a great meal! And so glad there is another really good restaurant in Sewanee. Love the menu and the dishes were fresh and piping hot.

Overall: 10/10
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Mar 19, 2023
Phoebe P.
The meal was delicious and the staff was efficient and patient. Three dear friends gathering after a long time away from each other. Thank you for allowing us to have a leisurely visit.

Overall: 10/10
Food: 8/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 10/10
Value: 10/10
Mar 18, 2023
Erin M.
I loved our dinner at Lumiere, and I hope you don't mind if I just bring a couple of things up. The crepes my friend and I got were lukewarm, and I think they would have been better hot. My husband and our other friend got the shepherd's pie, which was delicious (and plenty hot). Just a little more lamb in the dish would have been welcome. The soup was very good, and the presentation excellent. The service throughout could not have been better. Thank you! We will be back.

Overall: 10/10
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Value: 8/10
Mar 17, 2023
Kim G.
When we first visited I did not care for the tiny bistro tables for 4. But we tried it again and it was superb and the bistro tables work great for 2! The food, service and atmosphere were a 10. Loved the martinis although a bit pricy at $17. I look forward to visiting again.

Overall: 10/10
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Ambience: 8/10
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Mar 13, 2023
Bonnie E.
There was some rather loud noises coming from some kind of machine in the kitchen, but other than that, it was all wonderful.

Overall: 9/10
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Service: 9/10
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Value: 10/10
Apr 24, 2023
Dan W.
We enjoy your restaurant very much!

Overall: 8/10
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Mar 28, 2023
Lucy K.
Lovely evening at Lumiere which is a wonderful addition to the Mountain offerings! Look and feel were great but the back dining room was very noisy and we had to lean in across the table to hear one another. Some acoustic considerations might help... With no lower back support in the booths sitting for a long time was uncomfortable for most of us. My cocktail although reasonably priced (thank you!) was not to my liking. The wine although a bit pricey for what it was was very nice. Beautiful wine glasses btw. Wait staff were very personable and attentive...could even be a bit less intrusive. Watching people struggle with their whole chickens for two at the various tables was amusing but also distracting. Perhaps the wait staff could offer to take the chicken to the kitchen and return with it cut into more manageable pieces. I think a less expensive, smaller salad offering would be welcome. Bread and olive oil at the table would be a nice touch. Also salt and ground pepper for those who like a bit more. Parmesan or ? cheese would have been tasty addition to the ratatouille which was more one dimensional than I had hoped. All and all refreshing and enjoyable! Wishing you great success!

Overall: 8/10
Food: 9/10
Service: 10/10
Ambience: 7/10
Value: 2/10
Mar 04, 2023
Andy A.
We didn't really like the table and were not given an option for an empty booth which was open during our entire time there. We love the food, but wish there was a larger menu after eating there 5-6 times.