Kim’s 5-star review:
A hidden French gem that I cannot gatekeep. You are met with a romantic ambiance set with candles in a charming small French bistro decor. You will not be disappointed with the excellent execution of these French classic dishes. This place is perfect for date nights or even intimate family dinners and birthday celebrations. French food also holds a special place in my heart as I got engaged in Paris.
Mousse de Foie de Canard Maison (Homemade foie gras, thyme, red wine jelly + bâtard toast) - This was one of our favorite appetizers. You get this homemade foie gras topped with a slightly sweet jelly and you spread this on a slice of a superb baguette. You get that creaminess of the foie gras and the jelly just adds the perfect note to cut a bit of the richness. This was definitely to die for and a must order!
Camembert Rôti (Roasted Camembert with honey + toasted almonds) - This was also another crowd favorite and great if you are new to cheese. Camembert is a mild, creamy cheese that is slightly melted and spread on baguette slices. This pairs well with a hint of sweetness of honey.
Moules Dijonnaise (Atlantic mussels in a savory broth of white wine) - This is a classic French dish that is done to perfection. You get these plump mussels in a light broth. You can never go wrong with mussels.
Duck Confit (Locally raised organic French Moulard (duck) confit leg, served with fingerling potatoes, herbs, black currant reduction + watercress salad) - This was probably the best dish of the night. Duck confit is a slow-roasted duck and in this process, you get the most tender and moist. Highly recommend!
Boeuf Carottes Façon Grandmère (Slow-braised beef in red wine reduction) - This is our second favorite entree and of course, this was perfectly cooked. You get the tender slow-braised beef in a bold red wine reduction. This is another classic French dish that is so comforting. Another highly recommend dish!
Steak Frites (Choice strip steak with red wine reduction sauce, served with hand-cut pommes frites) - You cannot go wrong with steak and frites/fries - a perfectly cooked steak in a bold, velvety sauce with hand-cut fries. This is absolutely flawless.
Saumon Canadien (Pan-roasted salmon with stewed green lentils, baby carrots + leeks) - If seafood is more for you, you will not be disappointed. The salmon was not overcooked and the lentils add a great heartiness to the dish.
Volaille des Enfants (Roasted chicken with potato purée, roasted carrots + tarragon jus) - I am not a big chicken person because of the texture, but this has changed what chicken should be in restaurants. You get a moist chicken sitting on the pillow-soft mashed potato. The jus adds just the perfect amount of richness.
They also serve classic French breakfast dishes such as croque madame that you do not want to miss. This definitely takes me back to Paris.
Service is also very neighborly here. They are friendly and welcoming. We always return to this neighborhood spot whenever we miss Paris and just craving French dishes.