The Earle

Name: The Earle
Address: 121 West Washington, Ann Arbor, MI, United States, 48104
Telephone: (734) 994-0211
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

3425 Reviews

$31 to $50

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An award winning Ann Arbor institution since 1977, The Earle serves a rotating menu of fine Italian and French cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere. Selections include lamb chops, veal, beef tenderloin, salmon, duck breast, sea scallops and more. Live jazz plays Tuesday through Saturday in the dining room. The Earle's nationally recognized wine list (Wine Spectator's Best of Award of Excellence) offers over 1,400 selections. Three private rooms are available and accommodate groups from 6 to 48.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 22, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 39 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(734) 994-0211

Other options

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Italian, French, Seafood
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(734) 994-0211
Website
http://www.theearle.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Jason Buquet
Private party facilities
The Earle offers three separate private dining rooms.
Private party contact
Zoe Cowan: (734) 994-0211

Location
121 West Washington, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Neighborhood
Ann Arbor
Cross street
Ashley
Parking details
Public parking is available nearby:1) Large public surface lot that occupies the entire city block, bounded by Huron, First, Washington and Ashley. Entrances are on Ashley (northbound) and First (southbound). This lot is "kitty-corner" from our entrance2) City parking structures 1/2 blocks west of The Earle and 1 1/2 blocks east of The Earle
Entertainment
Tuesday-Wednesday-Thursday we have solo performers (piano or guitar) that play from 8pm until 10pm.On Friday and Saturday we have a soft jazz trio (usually piano, bass and drums). The trio plays from 8:30pm until close. No cover anytime.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Roasted Garlic$14.95
Roasted garlic served with crostini and a variety of accompaniments.
French Goat Cheese$12.95
French goat cheese rolled in sesame seeds and baked. Served on arugula tossed in a walnut vinaigrette.
Crab Cakes$16.95
Crab cakes served with a roasted red pepper sauce.
Stuffed Mushroom Caps$15.95
Mushroom caps with a sausage. garlic and sweet pepper stuffing. Baked with parmesan.
Ginger Shrimp$15.95
Sauteéd shrimp in a ginger sauce. Served on a bed of spinach.
Calamari$16.95
Deep fried squid rings with a garlic aioli.
Tortellini with Prosciutto$13.95
Cheese filled tortellini baked with prosciutto, cream, parmesan and freshly grated nutmeg.
Risotto Croquettes$13.95
Risotto balls stuffed with mozzarella, breaded and deep-fried. Served with a tomato-basil sauce.
Bruschetta$16.95
Toasted Earle bread rubbed with garlic and topped with basil pesto, fresh mozzarella, and blistered cherry tomatoes.
Eggplant Parmesan$14.95
Breaded slices of eggplant topped with mozzarella and pesto...served on a tomato basil sauce
Mussels$16.95
Bowl of mussels steamed in white wine with garlic, tomato, and onions.
Escargots$16.95
Sauteed escargots in a puff pastry shell with shallots, garlic, white wine, chives, butter and a hint of pernod.

Soups

French Onion Soup$9.95
Traditional French onion soup enhanced with shallots and chives, topped with gruyére and finished under the broiler.
Bean Soup$8.95
A hearty white bean soup simmered with vegetables, pork and pasta...topped with parmesan cheese.

Salads

Panzanella$6.95
traditional florentine salad of cucumber, onion, tomato and tuscan-style bread tossed in olive oil and vinegar... with basil, capers and anchovies.
Tossed Dinner Salad$4.95
Mixed greens and tomato. Choice of creamy garlic, creamy pepper, red wine vinaigrette, or balsamic vinaigrette dressings. Roquefort dressing add $0.50
Gorgonzola$9.95
romaine lettuce tossed with gorgonzola, walnuts and vinaigrette.
Caesar Salad$10.95
romaine lettuce tossed with a dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, raw egg, garlic, chopped anchovies and parmesan.
Beet Salad$14.95
Red and golden beets, chopped pecans, goat cheese and arugula with thyme and dijon vinaigrette.

Entrees

Whitefish$30.95
Fresh filet of whitefish coated with ground hazelnuts and breadcrumbs, sautéed and sauced with a chive beurre blanc on a bed of sautéed spinach. Served with potatoes
Beef Bourguignon$35.95
Sauteed beef tenderloin with a rich red wine sauce. Served with pearl onions, carrots and mushrooms on egg noodles.
Duck$38.95
Sautéed boneless duck breasts… pan sauced with applejack brandy, cider, apples, and brown sugar… with rum-plumped raisins.
Scallops$42.95
Sea scallops sautéed with mushrooms and garlic, pan-sauced with sherry and cream. Served with a ruby wild rice blend.
Beef Roquefort$45.95
Beef tenderloin sauteed and served with a Madeira enhanced Roquefort-cream sauce. Topped with walnuts and pine nuts. Served with potatoes.
Pepper Beef$45.95
Beef tenderloin rolled in coarsely ground black pepper, sautéed and served with a brandy sauce and garnished with wild mushrooms. Served with potatoes.
Dijonnaise Beef$44.95
Beef tenderloin sauteed and served with a Dijon-cream sauce with green peppercorns and tarragon. Served with potatoes.
Lamb Chops$49.95
Double cut lamb chops sautéed medium rare, with a port tarragon sauce. Served with potato turnip purée, grilled asparagus and roasted carrot and shallot.
Veal$42.95
Veal scallopini lightly breaded and sautéed with garlic and mushrooms…deglazed with marsala and finished with cream. Served with orzo.
Grilled Salmon$31.95
Fresh filet of salmon grilled with shrimp on sautéed spinach in a white wine, shallot and lemon sauce with fresh tarragon and chives. Served with potatoes.
Delmonico
Hand-cut and grilled Prime Ribeye. Accompanied with a Dijon-cream sauce and a mushroom-enhanced soubise. Served with potatoes.
- Market Price
Chicken Saltimbocca$29.95
Lightly breaded and sautéed with prosciutto…pan sauced with white wine, lemon and sage...served with orzo.
Salmon in Puff Pastry$32.95
Fresh filet of salmon rubbed with dijon mustard in puff pastry with a mushroom duxelle. Served with a tarragon-cream sauce.
Stuffed Acorn Squash$25.95
Acorn squash stuffed with a melange of vegetables roasted with fresh sage and a hint of honey, then tossed with quinoa and couscous.
Skirt Steak$26.95
Skirt steak marinated in balsamic vinegar, garlic, dijon, and fresh rosemary and grilled. Served with potatoes.

Pastas

pastas available on gluten free linguini or whole wheat spaghetti

Linguine with Garlic Sausage$23.95
Linguini tossed with crumbled garlic sausage, capocolla ham, sliced hot peppers and romano cheese.
Linguine with Shrimp$26.95
Linguine tossed with sautéed shrimp, julienned sun dried tomatoes and pesto…with parmesan and romano cheese.
Penne with Chicken$24.95
Tube shaped pasta tossed with sautéed chicken in a sweet pepper tomato sauce with kalamata olives and basil. Topped with romano cheese
Four Cheese Penne-not avail. GF$26.95
Penne tossed with a bechamel cream sauce, with four cheeses (Pecorino Romano, Gorgonzola, Fontina and Gruyére) topped with bread crumbs.
Winter Squash Penne$24.95
With sauteed mushrooms, spinach, butternut squash and a splash of cream… enhanced with nutmeg and topped with goat cheese and breadcrumbs.

Bistro Specials

Chicken Paillard$19.95
Chicken breast..butterflied and pounded... marinated in a dijon vinaigrette. Grilled and served with a salad of kale, tri-color quinoa, butternut squash, dried cherries, toasted pumpkin seeds, red onion and thyme.
Earle Sliders
Grilled and topped with Fontina cheese, caramelized onions and bacon on a brioche bun with creamy pepper. Served with a side of French fries
- 2 sliders$15.00
- 3 sliders$19.00

Chef Jason Buquet

What 3,425 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

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Great for fine wines
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Best Overall
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Best Food
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Best Ambiance
Ann Arbor
Best Value
Ann Arbor
Good for business meals
Ann Arbor
Good for groups
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Healthy
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Neighborhood gem
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BrianO
New England
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
It's been a while since I was at the Earle, and I was not disappointed in my return. Our group quite enjoyed the creative cocktails, old standby appetizers, and tasty main dishes. It was busy for a Sunday evening but easy to carry on a conversation. I'll be back the next time I'm in Ann Arbor.
h
heatherr
Detroit
50 reviews
vip
5.0
50 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food4service4ambience4
The Earle never disappoints. The food, service and atmosphere were just right for a birthday dinner. Loved the roasted garlic appetizer. Lamb chops are awesome.
JM
JerryM
Detroit
1 review
vip
4.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience5
An excellent Ann Arbor favorite in a unique location and atomosphere.
M
Monica
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience4
Timing of each appetizer to dessert was very good.
AW
AnnW
Detroit
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
It is very possible to have an un-rushed, quiet dinner that it very enjoyable and delicious at The Earle. We are always happy with the food and the service.
PM
PatM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great meal, ambience so welcoming. Julia our waitress was great!
KK
KathrynK
Detroit
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service and food. Our table asked about the wine list and we're provided with a sommelier's assistance to help us choose a bottle for the table. The wine was excellent! Our occasion for dining at the Earle was a birthday celebration for 3 siblings. The server acknowledged this, a nice personal touch. Would definitely go back, a very enjoyable experience.
BO
BrulyO
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
My husband and I were celebrating our Wedding Anniversary, and our first experience at The Earle was fabulous from the moment we checked in and greeted until the moment we checked out. PHENOMENAL! Lisa our waitress did fantastic and she was so sweet. ❤️ We’ll be back!
M
Michael
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was our first time there and really enjoyed the evening. We intend to go back soon, probably with friends.
s
skylandergiant
Philadelphia
88 reviews
vip
5.0
88 reviews
Dined on March 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Nice place to go with family or friends!!! recommended
PB
PaulB
Detroit
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The white bean soup and linguini with shrimp were amazing. Great vibe in the dining room made the experience perfect.
j
jerroldb
San Diego
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
GREAT!!! All the way around. Every dish each of us ordered was perfect in its own way. The service and the music were equally as good
OT
OpenTable Diner
Indiana
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had the best table in the house, right by the live music. Three piece jazz combo. Food was excellent. Our server was able to divide for cost for appetizers, cocktails and wines A wonderful evening!
LA
LouA
Philadelphia
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall3food2service5ambience5
The service and ambience was excellent but unfortunately stops there. Food presentation is what you expect from breakfast at the local dinner. Do not mind spending the money but in this case definitely not worth it.
PF
PaulaF
Detroit
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always consistent! Wonderful food, and service....every time. What a gem!
PV
PeterV
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall2food3service4ambience4
The food was decent, the service was good. Felt like this place was coasting on glory of yesteryear. Very dated and uninspiring. Not worth the price. Much better. Restaurants in Ann Arbor. Will not go back again.
HW
HilaryW
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
A hidden gem. Downstairs behind a closed door; never expected what we had. Live music. Great service and incredible food. Looking forward to our next visit!
DF
DeanF
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic dining experience - perfect place for that special occasion
L
Lizzy
Detroit
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious as usual. Service was perfect, knowledgeable with great attention to detail.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Palm Springs
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on March 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always one of our favorite places with great food, huge wine list, and great service.
JB
JoshB
Detroit
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food as always! Atmosphere was wonderful. Did not disappoint
N
Nina
Detroit
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and drinks were delicious and the service was simply outstanding.
BD
BillfromDC
Washington DC
48 reviews
vip
5.0
48 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We visit the Earle multiple times each year and we are never disappointed. They offer a great menu with a nice variety of dishes — and the meals are always well prepared. This time, I ordered the Beef Bourguignon, and it was excellent. The service is always pleasant and attentive. No question, the Earle is our “go to” restaurant in Ann Arbor.
JT
JeriT
Detroit
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall2food3service1ambience4
Our waiter had ZERO personality, never even gave us his name. He was very abrupt and short when he did interact with us. It was our anniversary which we noted in our reservation it was never acknowledged. My husband only ate half of his French onion soup and one lamb chop and the waiter never asked if anything was wrong. It was our first time at the Earle, we had very high expectations and were extremely disappointed. We both have a lot of hospitality experience and don’t like to send food back just because we don’t like the taste.
GH
GucciHendrix
Chicago
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience5
Good ambience, waitress could’ve been more friendly or attentive. Otherwise a nice establishment
JL
JeffL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
This restaurant is a must-do if you’re in the Ann Arbor area and looking for an upscale meal with the ambience of a relaxed and cozy supper club. I had the beef tenderloin with pepper and it was smashingly presentable with an amazing taste. Dinner, drinks and dessert were surprisingly priced considering the quality of the food. I absolutely recommend.
p
private
Detroit
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Lovely - great service- prices super high! Loved the music - should have vegetarian option Fridays during lent. Maybe a fish or veggie soup!
SB
ShaB
Washington DC
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on February 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We enjoyed a lovely dinner at The Earle before heading to a hockey game. Our waiter was friendly and attentive but we never felt rushed. The food was delicious, the steaks were cooked exactly as ordered and desserts were so yummy. They have a great selection of cocktails and spirits. I like the dark, moody atmosphere, it is becoming a favorite of mine in Ann Arbor. My only tiny complaint would be the chocolate ganache cake should be served at room temperature, it was very good but cold and it loses richness when served chilled ( I think).
M
Marsh
San Francisco
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on February 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great evening, we hadn't been there in over a year for no particular reason. The evening reinforced that we need to go there way more often than yearly. Great meal, great service and not too noisy which is important for some of us that have hearing issues.
L
Linder
Detroit
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Earle is a unique dining destination. Excellent food, ambiance, and service.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Earl is a go-to place for us. The food is always delicious. The music is great and the service never disappoints. Best martinis ever!
m
mutt
Detroit
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a great experience as we were celebrating a birthday.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience3
Valentine’s Day!
SS
SarahS
Detroit
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Consistently good food and service with wonderful ambience.
MT
MarylynT
Adelaide
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
If you want a wine list a mile long and the best tenderloin prepared 4 different ways in a cool atmosphere, then The Earle is for you!
R
Rich
Detroit
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 17, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience3
Had a very nice experience... Room temp seemed a bit cool but was OK...Need to have wine by the glass list on-line.... Music was great .... server was superb and efficient ..... we always enjoy our dinners at the Earl.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Detroit
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely dinner during my sister and brother-in-law’s visit. The live music was great, as was the service. The food was excellent as expected. It wasn’t crowded and noisy, but agreeably full with a little buzz.
B
Brian
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My Date and I had such a wonderful experience, thank you and hope to see you again soon!😉👍
CC
CarloC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Duck breasts were amazing, service was great and the overall look/appearance of the restaurant was beautiful and classy. Would recommend for romantic dinner/date! I took my vegetarian girlfriend and she loved it
M
Mango
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2023
overall3food2service2ambience4
Had reservations and we seated immediately. Ordered wine and waited about 15 minutes for it to arrived. Oreldered the calamari and it was fantastic as usual. Ordered the skirt steak with veggies and potaoes. The steak was way iver marinated. Could not task the beef at all. Very sour from the marinade. The potaoes were 4 tiny red skins with no seasoning. Just bland. The veggies were perfect.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

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You can order delivery directly from The Earle using the Order Online button. The Earle also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (734) 994-0211.

The Earle is rated 4.7 stars by 3425 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 22, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 39 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(734) 994-0211

Other options

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121 West Washington, Ann Arbor, MI 48104

Additional information

Cross street
Ashley
Neighborhood
Ann Arbor
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Italian, French, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Public parking is available nearby:1) Large public surface lot that occupies the entire city block, bounded by Huron, First, Washington and Ashley. Entrances are on Ashley (northbound) and First (southbound). This lot is "kitty-corner" from our entrance2) City parking structures 1/2 blocks west of The Earle and 1 1/2 blocks east of The Earle
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Jason Buquet
Entertainment
Tuesday-Wednesday-Thursday we have solo performers (piano or guitar) that play from 8pm until 10pm.On Friday and Saturday we have a soft jazz trio (usually piano, bass and drums). The trio plays from 8:30pm until close. No cover anytime.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.theearle.com/
Phone number
(734) 994-0211
Private party facilities
The Earle offers three separate private dining rooms.
Private party contact
Zoe Cowan: (734) 994-0211

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The Earle

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Order delivery or takeout

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100 Detroit / Eastern Michigan Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Duck

Lamb Chops

Stuffed Mushroom Caps

Appetizers

Roasted Garlic$14.95

French Goat Cheese$12.95

Crab Cakes$16.95

Stuffed Mushroom Caps$15.95

Ginger Shrimp$15.95

Calamari$16.95

Tortellini with Prosciutto$13.95

Risotto Croquettes$13.95

Bruschetta$16.95

Eggplant Parmesan$14.95

Mussels$16.95

Escargots$16.95

Soups

French Onion Soup$9.95

Bean Soup$8.95

Salads

Panzanella$6.95

Tossed Dinner Salad$4.95

Gorgonzola$9.95

Caesar Salad$10.95

Beet Salad$14.95

Entrees

Whitefish$30.95

Beef Bourguignon$35.95

Duck$38.95

Scallops$42.95

Beef Roquefort$45.95

Pepper Beef$45.95

Dijonnaise Beef$44.95

Lamb Chops$49.95

Veal$42.95

Grilled Salmon$31.95

Delmonico

Chicken Saltimbocca$29.95

Salmon in Puff Pastry$32.95

Stuffed Acorn Squash$25.95

Skirt Steak$26.95

Pastas

Linguine with Garlic Sausage$23.95

Linguine with Shrimp$26.95

Penne with Chicken$24.95

Four Cheese Penne-not avail. GF$26.95

Winter Squash Penne$24.95

Bistro Specials

Chicken Paillard$19.95

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Chef Jason Buquet

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