Bistro Menil Menu

bacon, arugula & tomato mayonnaise on house-made bun

with cornichon-caper sauce

on toasted walnut bread (GF)

classic lemon curd with Italian meringue

decadently creamy classic with crisp sugar shell

distinctive of Ceylon, this tea has an uplifting and expressive black tea taste and good upfront finish

beautifully spiced based on the notes of Ceylon tea laced with sensuous cinnamon producing a refreshing and distinctive flavor

wonderfully fragrant featuring with a mildly bittersweet flavor of Italian almond providing an uplifting and satisfying brew

bright rose and sensual vanilla flavor for the true romantic

a refreshing and delightful treat

soothing aroma and delicate flavor providing a relaxing brew that is naturally caffeine free

Egg whites, Scottish smoked salmon*, and dairy-free basil pesto (GF, V)

Two eggs* over easy on Italian bacon with beurre blanc

With roasted grape tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil (GF, V)

Toasted brioche, Gruyere cheese, jamón serrano, frisee, two eggs* over easy, and Lyonnaise sauce (GF)

A classic Belgian waffle with featuring mixed berry compote, fresh berries, blackberry sauce, maple syrup, and butter (GF, V)

A classic Belgian waffle with crowned with buttermilk-fried chicken breast, maple syrup, and butter (GF)

Piedmont, Italy - Blanc de Blancs

Veneto, Italy

Alsace, France

orange juice and Spanish Brut Cava

Spanish Brut Cava and marinated fruit

Puianello, Reggiano Lambrusco, Amabile Rosso, Dolin Blanc, and orange slice

coffee with Irish country cream

French sparkling wine with peach purée, served in a coupe

Pasubio Vino Amaro, simple syrup & lemon juice

coconut sake, ginger beer, and mint

Cappelletti, Cocchi Vermouth di Torino, Champagne, and orange peel

infused sake, lemon syrup and Prosecco

Aperitivo Cappelletti, orange and grapefruit juice

Dolin Dry Vermouth, Cocchi Vermouth di Torino and bitters

Cocchi Rosa, Merichino cherry syrup & Topo Chico

(our version of the Aperol Spritz) Aperitivo Cappelletti, extra dry proseccco & Topo Chico

Piedmont, Italy - Blanc de Blancs

Veneto, Italy

Alsace, France

Carricante, Sicilia, Italy

Sauvignon Blanc, Loire Valley, France

Chardonnay, Burgundy, France

Chardonnay, Willamette, Oregon

Turbiana, Lugana, Italy

Cotes de Provence, France

Alto Mincio, Italy

Corbiers, France

Gamay, Moulin-A-Vent, France

Sangiovese, Chianti Classico, Italy

Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre, Côte du Rhone, France

Licanten, Chile

Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, Bordeaux, France

Notes of ripe apple and grapefruit flavors mark this crisp and refreshing wine.

Lemony color with golden highlights, fresh and aromatic on the nose with hints of fennel, freshly cut grass and hints of ripe fruit. On the palate it is smooth, unctuous and fruity.

A wine with a soft raspberry pink color, with a delicate aroma reminiscent of strawberries and a wealthy display of floral notes. Tasty, fresh, and fruity on the palate.

A gentle red with notes of plums and red berries.

Fruity, with aromatic notes of blackberry and ripe cherry. it has the soft tannins and easy drinkability of a classic Malbec.

Deep and dark with aromas of dark cherries and plums, with notes of dark chocolate and raspberries.

A classic with a fine minerality framed by notes of blackberry, vanilla, sweet caramel, and a floral nose.

vanilla genoise, strawberry jam, strawberry ice cream, and Italian meringue (GF)

classic lemon curd with Italian meringue in house-made pastry shell (GF preparation available)

financiers-inspired cake with blackberries and whipped cream (GF)

our version of the classic Italian torte featuring our house-made lemon curd (GF)

rich chocolate brownie with pecans, vanilla bean gelato, and drizzling of caramel sauce (GF)

a combination of sweet cheeses with mixed-berry purée and whipped cream (GF)

our creamy delight topped with a bruleed sugar shell (GF)

dairy-free combination of chocolate and coconut cream with toasted coconut flakes (DF, V, GF)

decadent vanilla gelato, exotic passion fruit, or tropical mango sorbet (GF)

Veneto, Italy

Champagne, France

Alsace, France

coffee with steamed milk

steam-extracted, rich and intense; regular or double espresso

a double shot with a dollop of froth

steamed, frothed milk and espresso

twice the milk of a cappuccino

a gentle espresso

coffee and chocolate shop creme de cacao

coffee and Irish country cream

in sweet paprika tomato sauce (GF)

our signature starter with anchovy aioli and spicy brava sauce (GF)

crisp yet tender, topped with Parmesan cheese (GF)

chevre and Gruyere cheeses, leeks, garlic, crisp shallots, served with hand-made bread (V)

with pine nuts, EVOO, watermelon radish, and pecorino cheese (GF)

Houston Dairy Maids cheeses (3) with toasted fig and walnut bread, cornichons, candied pecans, sliced pear, and cranberry mostarda (GF, V)

spicy sous-vide shrimp served with hand-made bread

soft Italian cheese, arugula, pear, and white-truffle oil (V)

fresh pesto, fresh mozzarella, and tomatoes (V)

Italian sausage, beech mushrooms, tomato sauce, and mozzarella

mushrooms, Italian truffle cheese, and white-truffle oil (V)

brava sauce, Manchego cheese, and jamon serrano (Spanish ham)

crisp duck confit, sliced pears, mixed greens, pomegranate seeds, spiced pecans,and red-wine vinaigrette (GF)

sous-vide, farm-raised salmon* (medium-rare), with avocado, grapefruit and orange segments, and dressed with citrus vinaigrette (GF)

the classic featuring caramelized onions, veal stock, crou-tons, and topped with Gruyère cheese (GF)

classic Caesar salad with ro-maine lettuce, Caesar dressing*, white anchovies, croutons, and crab deviled eggs with caviar (GF)

with roasted mushrooms, Piave cheese, and lemon and EVOO dressing (GF, V)

porcini-mushroom-rubbed burger with bacon, truffle cheese, and caramelized onions

goat-cheese-topped favorite with lemon-avocado salad

with cheddar cheese, Bibb lettuce, tomato, and Dijonnaise

Atlantic salmon (farm-raised) with horseradish-dill sauce (GF)

With sauce choron, oil-cured olives, and fried capers (GF)

Served with pink-peppercorn butter (GF)

Topped with port wine and shallot reduction (GF)

Fresh mozzarella and lemon beurre blanc sauce (GF)

Topped with lemon beurre blanc sauce (GF)

With thick-cut bacon and Gruyere cheese

Seared sous-vide chicken with pan reduction (GF)

Our savory favotie with anchovy aioli (GF, V)

White sauce, leek, garlic, with crisp pancetta

Mancheo cheese and jamon serrano (Spanish ham) or Taleggio cheese, arugula, and pear

Manchego and cheese croquettes with sofrito sauce (GF)

with sweet paprika tomato sauce

Fried calamari with fries and brava sauce (GF)

coffee with Irish country cream

French sparkling wine with peach purée, served in a coupe

Pasubio Vino Amaro, simple syrup & lemon juice

coconut sake, ginger beer, and mint

Cappelletti, Cocchi Vermouth di Torino, Champagne, and orange peel

infused sake, lemon syrup and Prosecco

Aperitivo Cappelletti, orange and grapefruit juice

Dolin Dry Vermouth, Cocchi Vermouth di Torino and bitters

Cocchi Rosa, Merichino cherry syrup & Topo Chico

(our version of the Aperol Spritz) Aperitivo Cappelletti, extra dry proseccco & Topo Chico

in sweet paprika tomato sauce (GF)

our signature starter with anchovy aioli and spicy brava sauce (GF)

crisp yet tender, topped with Parmesan cheese (GF)

chevre and Gruyère cheeses, leeks, garlic, crisp shallots, served with hand-made bread (V)

with pine nuts, EVOO, watermelon radish, and pecorino cheese (GF)

Houston Dairy Maids cheeses (3) with toasted fig and walnut bread, cornichons, candied pecans, sliced pear, and cranberry mostarda (GF, V)

spicy sous-vide shrimp served with hand-made bread

with roasted mushrooms, Piave cheese, and lemon and EVOO dressing (GF, V)

crisp duck confit, sliced pears, mixed greens, pomegranate seeds, spiced pecans,and red-wine vinaigrette (GF)

sous-vide, farm-raised salmon* (medium-rare), with avocado, grapefruit and orange segments, and dressed with citrus vinaigrette (GF)

the classic featuring caramelized onions, veal stock, crou-tons, and topped with Gruyère cheese (GF)

soft Italian cheese, arugula, pear, and white-truffle oil (V)

fresh pesto, fresh mozzarella, and tomatoes (V)

Italian sausage, beech mushrooms, tomato sauce, and mozzarella

mushrooms, Italian truffle cheese, and white-truffle oil (V)

brava sauce, Manchego cheese, and jamón serrano (Spanish ham)

Atlantic salmon (farm-raised) with horseradish-dill sauce (GF)

With sauce choron, oil-cured olives, and fried capers (GF)

Served with pink-peppercorn butter (GF)

Topped with port wine and shallot reduction (GF)

Sous-vide French flank steak with black-truffle butter (GF)

Seared sous-vide chicken with pan reduction (GF)

pepperoni, fresh mozzarella, and tomato sauce

lightly battered and fried chicken breast with French fries

with bibb lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise, and served with French fries

with cheddar cheese, bibb lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise, and served with French fries

with tomato sauce and meatballs

with feta, pickled shallot, and mint vinaigrette

with paprika tomato sauce

seared tender duck served with pink peppercorn butter

boneless short rib topped with port wine and shallot reduction

vanilla bean custard topped with a crisp sugar shell and berries

a combination of sweet cheeses complemented with mixed berry puree and whipped cream

Veneto, Italy 14

Champagne, France 18

Burgundy, France 17

Loire Valley, France

our signature dish served with caper and cornichon mayonnaise

boneless short rib topped with port wine and shallot reduction

vanilla bean custard topped with a crisp sugar shell and berries

a combination of sweet cheeses complemented with mixed berry puree and whipped cream

pepperoni, fresh mozzarella, and tomato sauce

lightly battered and fried chicken breast with French fries

with bibb lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise, and served with French fries

with cheddar cheese, bibb lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise, and served with French fries

with tomato sauce and meatballs