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Bistro Menil

(713) 904-3537
  • 1513 W Alabama St, Houston, TX 77006
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(713) 904-3537
  • To Celebrate
    • Nv Ayala Brut Champagne

    • Raspberry Or Lemon Italian Soda

  • Starter
    • Demitasse Cup Of Soup Du Jour

  • Sandwiches & Canapés
    • Smoked Scottish Salmon Finger Sandwiches

      with cucumbers and mascarpone on brioche bread

    • Mini Blt’S

      bacon, arugula & tomato mayonnaise on house-made bun

    • Crab Cake Bites

      with cornichon-caper sauce

    • Savory Chicken Salad

      with mango chutney on warm walnut bread

  • Assorted Sweets
    • Chocolate Mousse

      with double chocolate crisp

  • Black Tea
    • Brilliant Breakfast

      bright and bold morning tea, perfectly rounded with body, strength and color representing the essence of fine Ceylon tea

    • Supreme Ceylon Single Origin

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

    • The Original Earl Grey

      a complex mix of flavors and aromas with a strong body and steady character

    • Ceylon Cinnamon Spice Tea

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

    • Italian Almond

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

    • Rose With French Vanilla

      bright rose and sensual vanilla flavor for the true romantic

  • -Green Tea
    • Green Tea With Jasmine Flowers

      aromas of sweet jasmine petals fused with beautifully light and smooth green tea forming a refreshing brew

  • -Herbal Tisane
    • Pure Peppermint Leaves

      refreshing and uplifting brew that is naturally caffeine free

    • Pure Chamomile Flowers

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

  • Entrées
    • 12-Hour Beef Short Rib $31

      Topped with port wine and shallot reduction (GF)

  • Brunch 1
    Brunch choices listed above are served with your choice of side salad or home fries (thick-cut, home style, potatoes)
    • Brunch Galette $21

      Scrambled duck eggs, wild mushrooms, bacon, Gruyère cheese, roasted tomatoes, and arugula

    • Whole Grain Avocado Toast $22

      Featuring egg whites, Scottish smoked salmon, and dairy-free basil pesto (GF,V)

    • Pancetta And Egg On Toasted Brioche Bun $16

      Two eggs over easy on Italian bacon with beurre blanc

    • Caprese Omelet $16

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

    • Eggs Lyonnaise $19

      Toasted brioche, Gruyère cheese, Jamón serrano, frisée, two eggs over easy, and Lyonnaise sauce (GF)

  • Brunch 2
    • Bistro Scottish Smoked Salmon Plate $27

      Smoked salmon, crab-deviled eggs, pickled beets and onions, caper berries, savory marscapone, served with focaccia bread (GF bread +5)

    • Belgian Waffle Fruit Forward $16

      featuring mixed berry compote, fresh berries, blackberry sauce, maple syrup, and butter (GF,V)

    • Belgian Waffle Savory $21

      browned with buttermilk-fried chicken breast, maple syrup, and butter (GF)

  • Champagne And Sparkling
    • Borgo Maragliano, Francesco Galliano, 2016 $17

      Piedmont, Italy — Blanc de Blancs

    • La Farra, Prosecco Di Valdobbiadene Superiore, 2019 $14

      Veneto, Italy

    • Ayala Brut Majeur, Nv $18

      Champagne, France

    • Cave De Bissey, Crémant De Bourgogne Brut Rosé, Nv $17

      Burgundy, France

  • Rosé
    • Château Bellini En Provence Rosé $

      2020 Provence, France

    • Jaclynn Renée Sonoma Rosé $

      2020 Russian River Valley, California

    • Ottella Rosesroses $

      2020 Veneto, Italy

    • Les Vignobles Gueissard, Bandol Cuvée G Rosé $

      2020 Provence, France

    • Château La Mascaronne, Côtes De Provence Rosé $

      2020 Provence, France

    • Domaine Franck Millet, Sancerre Rosé $

      2020 Loire Valley, France

  • White Wine
    • Puiten, Schreckbichl Colterenzio, Pinot Grigio $

      2019 Südtirol-Alto Adige, Italy

    • Domaine Franck Millet Sancerre Blanc, Savignon Blanc $

      2019 Loire Valley, France

    • Domaine Eden, Chardonnay $

      2016 Santa Cruz AVA, California

    • Domaine Des Malandes Chablis, Chardonnay $

      2019 Burgundy, France

  • Red Wine
    • Aberrant Cellars Confero, Pinot Noir $

      2016 Willamette Valley, Oregon

    • Château Grand Billard $

      2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Merlot Bordeaux, France

    • Bodegas Mogollon, Malbec $

      2018 Uco Valley, Argentina

    • Domaine Tourbillon Côtes Du Rhône Villages, Plan De Dieu $

      2018 Grenache, Carignan, and Syrah Rhône Valley, France

  • Bistro Menil Vermouth
    • Bistro Menil Vermouth $10

      a blend of Lustau Blanco and Rojo vermouths over ice with an orange slice and a carafe of Topo Chico--Chef Greg Martin’s preferred aperitivo

  • Cocktails By The Glass
    • Adult Mocha $8

      coffee with Chocolate Shop Crème de Cacao

    • Irish Coffee $8

      coffee with Irish country cream

    • Champagne Cocktail $18

      Ayala Champagne, sugar cube, and Fee Brothers Old Fashioned Bitters

    • Bellini $9

      French sparkling wine with peach purée, served in a coupe

    • The Ladybug Cocktail $9

      sparkling wine with pomegranate juice

    • Coconut Republic $9

      TYKU coconut sake, ginger beer and mint

    • Negroni Sbagliato $9

      Cappelletti, Cocchi Vermouth di Torino, Champagne and orange

    • Limoncello Kiss $9

      infused sake, lemon syrup and Prosecco

    • La Familia $9

      Cardamaro, Dolce Sogno d’Asti DOCG Moscato and lemon zest

    • Chambéry Spritzer $9

      Dolin Blanc, raspberry, lemon zest and citrus soda

    • Guzzi Spritz $9

      Cappelletti, Dolin Blanc, Topo-Chico, and orange garnish

  • Cask Wine
    Cask wines are stored in stainless steel containers with inert gases \for preservation. With a reduction in shipping and packaging, their carbon footprint is greatly reduced. Best of all, these wines simply taste great. 1/4 , 1/2 , or Full Bottle: 9/18/34
    • Gotham Project Sauvignon Blanc, 2018 California, Us

      Notes of ripe grapefruit and guava flavors mark this crisp wine.

    • Viña Galana, Verdejo, 2019 Castilla-La Mancha, Es

      With notes of Meyer lemon, grapefruit, and citrus blossom, this crisp and aromatic wine is a refreshing treat.

    • Viña Galana Syrah Rosado, 2017 Castilla-La Mancha, Es

      An energetic nose of violets and ripe red fruits with a nice blance of acidity makes this wine a delicous choice.

    • Scarpetta Frico Rosso Blend, 2018 Tuscany, It

      This tastey blend features Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon at their peak with aromas of cherry and plum.

    • Ryder Estate, Cabernet Sauvignon, 2015 California, Us

      Full-bodied and elegant with aromas of black currants, dark cherries, and hints of vanilla with lush, mid-palate flavors of berries and soft tannins.

    • Bodini Malbec, 2019 Mendoza, Ar

      Fruit and spice balance notes of fresh plums and blackberries in this Argentinian gem.

    • Viña Galana, Garnacha Tintorera, 2017 Castilla-La Mancha, Es

      Powerful and velvety, this classic and concentrated wine evokes warm Spanish evenings.

  • Desserts
    • Lemon Tart $11

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

    • Buttermilk Blackberry Cake $9

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

    • Tuscan Lemon-Almond Torte $12

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

    • Brownie A La Mode $10

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

    • Basque Cheese Cake $13

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

    • Caramelized Banana And Nutella Crêpe $9

      house-made crêpes filled with brûléed bananas and Nutella (GF)

    • Chocolate Coconut Cream Ice Cream $9

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

  • Champagne And Sparkling
    served in 7 oz. coupe
    • Borgo Maragliano, Francesco Galliano, 2016 $17

      Piedmont, Italy — Blanc de Blancs

    • La Farra, Prosecco Di Valdobbiadene Superiore, 2019 $14

      Veneto, Italy

    • Ayala Brut Majeur, Nv $18

      Champagne, France

    • Cave De Bissey, Cremant De Bourgogne Brut Rosé, Nv $17

      Burgundy, France

  • Brewed Beverages
    • Coffee $3

      100% roasted locally, custom blend; regular or decaf

    • Café Au Lait $4

      coffee with steamed milk

    • Espresso $2.5

      steam-extracted, rich and intense

    • Espresso Macchiato $5

      a double shot with a dollop of froth

    • Cappuccino $4

      steamed, frothed milk and espresso

    • Latte Twice The Milk Of A Cappuccino $4

    • Americano A Gentle Espresso $3

    • Adult Mocha Coffee $8

      coffee and chocolate shop crème de cacao

    • Irish Coffee $8

      coffee and Irish country cream

  • Hot Tea And Herbal Tisane
    (each served from individual-sized teapot) 4
    • Green Tea

    • Pure Peppermint

    • Earl Grey

    • Italian Almond

    • Chamomile Supreme Ceylon

    • Rose With French Vanilla

    • Ceylon Cinnamon

    • Brilliant Breakfast

  • Starters
    • Goat Cheese Provençal $16

      marinated with shallots, garlic, EVOO, herbs, lemon peel, black pepper, and served with hand-made focaccia bread

    • Calamari $10

      crisp calamari topped with grated Parmesan cheese (GF)

    • Eggplant Fries $10

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

    • Truffle Potatoes $14

      crisp, thick-cut potatoes with black-truffle cheese and white-truffle oil (GF)

    • Patatas Bravas $14

      Barcelona-style crisp potatoes with creamy brava sauce and duck egg (GF)

    • Cold Roasted Beet Salad $9

      with toasted walnuts, chives, and red-wine vinaigrette (GF, V) (add crumbled goat cheese +5)

    • Porcini Roasted Cauliflower $15

      with romesco and parsley gastrique (V)

  • Featured Salads
    • Jumbo Lump Crab $27

      with avocado, shredded carrots, beets, Bibb lettuce, and apricot dressing (GF)

    • Duck Salad $24

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

    • Sous Vide Salmon Salad $24

      farm-raised salmon, avocado, grapefruit and orange segments, with citrus vinaigrette (GF)

  • Bistro Salads
    add to your bistro salad choice: CHICKEN 6 • SALMON 7 • CRAB CAKE 15
    • Veggie Bowl $14

      quinoa, roasted beets, avocado, chickpeas, walnuts, roasted vegetables, EVOO and lemon vinaigrette (GF)

    • Bistro Caesar $12

      featuring classic Caesar dressing* and topped with white anchovies and house-made croûtons

    • Arugula Salad $13

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

  • Burgers
    choice of 1/2 lb. beef patty or turkey patty — burgers served with bistro home fries, Brava sauce, and cornichons —
    • Manchego Cheese And Jamón Serrano Burger $16

      classic Spanish cheese and ham highlight this tasty burger

    • Porcini-Rub Burger $16

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

    • Chèvre Burger $16

      a tangy favorite topped with lemon avocado salad

    • The Classic $16

      with cheddar cheese, Bibb lettuce, tomato, and Dijonnaise 16

  • Pizza
    Gluten-free Cauliflower crust available +5
    • Bianca $20

      white sauce, Gruyère cheese, chives, with crisp pancetta

    • Amalfi $16

      soft Italian cheese, arugula, pear, and white-truffle oil

    • La Spezia $15

      fresh pesto, fresh mozzarella, and tomato

    • San Marino $17

      Italian sausage, mushrooms, tomato sauce, and mozzarella

    • Umbria $17

      wild mushrooms, Italian truffle cheese, and white-truffle oil

    • Granada $18

      brava sauce, Manchego cheese, and Jamón Serrano (Spanish ham)

  • Entrées
    All main entrées served with choice of two side dishes (all GF) at no charge: cold zucchini with Parmesan and pancetta • house salad (V) • mashed cauliflower/potatoes (V) • bistro fries (thick-cut, home style, fried potatoes) (V) OR ONE of the following special sides at an additional charge: • seared Brussels sprouts with pancetta (GF) +5 • layered ratatouille (GF,V) +6 • potatoes au gratin (with Italian bechamel and Gruyere) (GF,V) +6 • asparagus and goat cheese crepes (GF,V) +7
    • Roasted Salmon $28

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

    • Seared Lemon-Thyme Chicken $29

      All-natural, cage-free, sous-vide chicken, served with pan reduction (GF)

    • Crab Cakes $30

      our signature entrée served with caper mayonnaise (GF)

    • Chicken And Artichoke Crêpes $18

      Roasted chicken with artichokes, fresh mozzarella, and lemon beurre blanc sauce (GF)

    • Crisp Duck Confit $29

      Tender duck with crisp skin, featuring pink peppercorn butter (GF)

    • 12-Hour Beef Short Rib $31

      Topped with port wine and shallot reduction (GF)

    • Crab And Mushroom Crêpes $20

      A French classic topped with lemon beurre blanc sauce (GF)

  • Small Bites And Drinks
    • Grilled Octopus $5

      Octopus tentacle with olive oil, paprika and lemon sauce (GF)

    • Crab Cake Bites $12

      Bite-sized version of our signature crab cakes (GF)

    • Calamari $5

      Fried calamari with fries and brava sauce (GF)

    • Eggplant Fries $4

      Our savory favorites with anchovy aioli (GF, V)

    • Double-Truffle Potatoes $5

      With truffle cheese and white-truffle oil (GF)

    • Patatas Bravas $4

      Barcelona-style crisp potatoes with creamy brava sauce (GF)

    • Pizza Bianca $9

      White sauce, leek, garlic, with crisp pancetta(GF)

    • Pizzettes $9

      Manchego cheese and Jamon Serrano (Spanish ham) or Telegggio, arugula and pear (GF)

  • Favorites
    • Favorites

      La Farra Prosecco diValdobbiadene Superior, 2019 Veneto, Italy $5 7oz coup ALL CRAFT BEER AND CASK WINE $5/GLASS

  • Bistro Menil Vermouth
    • Bistro Menil Vermouth $5

      a blend of Lustau Blanco and Rojo vermouths over ice with an orange slice and a carafe of Topo Chico--Chef Greg Martin’s preferred aperitivo

  • Cocktails By The Glass
    • Adult Mocha Espresso $5

      with Chôcô Noir

    • Irish Coffee Espresso $5

      with Irish country cream

    • Bistro Mojito $5

      Mint, lime simple syrup, and sake

    • Bellini $5

      French Blanc de Blancs with peach purée in a coupe

    • The Ladybug Cocktail $5

      French Blanc de Blancs with pomegranate juice

    • Coconut Republic $5

      Coconut sake, ginger beer, and mint

    • Negroni Sbagliato $5

      Cappelletti, Cocchi Vermouth di Torino, Champagne, and an orange slice

    • Limoncello Kiss $5

      Ginger-infused sake, lemon syrup, and Prosecco

    • La Familia $5

      Cardamaro, Dolce Sogno d’Asti DOCG Moscato, and lemon zest

    • Italian Red Sangria $5

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

    • Chambery Spritzer $5

      Dolin Blanc, raspberry, lemon zest, and citrus soda

    • Guzzi Spritz $5

      Cappelletti, Dolin Blanc, Prosecco, Topo Chico, with orange garnish and Pellegrino

  • Starters
    • Goat Cheese Provençal $16

      marinated with shallots, garlic, EVOO, herbs, lemon peel, black pepper, and served with hand-made focaccia bread (add GF bread +5)

    • Calamari $10

      crisp calamari topped with grated Parmesan cheese (GF)

    • Eggplant Fries $10

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

    • Truffle Potatoes $14

      crisp, thick-cut potatoes with black-truffle cheese and white-truffle oil (GF)

    • Patatas Bravas $14

      Barcelona-style crisp potatoes with creamy brava sauce with duck egg (GF)

    • Octopus $17

      char-grilled with smoked paprika, lime, and olive-oil drizzle (GF)

    • Cold Roasted Beets $9

      with toasted walnuts, chives, and red-wine vinaigrette (GF, V) (add crumbled goat cheese 5)

    • Porcini Roasted Cauliflower $15

      with romesco and parsley gastrique (GF)

  • Featured Salads
    • Jumbo Lump Crab $27

      with avocado, shredded carrots, beets, Bibb lettuce, and apricot dressing (GF)

    • Duck Salad $24

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

    • Sous Vide Salmon Salad $24

      farm-raised salmon, avocado, grapefruit and orange segments, dressed with citrus vinaigrette (GF)

  • Bistro Salads
    • Bistro Caesar $12

      featuring classic Caesar dressing and topped with white anchovies and house-made croûton

    • Arugula Salad $13

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

  • Pizza
    Gluten-free Cauliflower crust available +5
    • Bianca $20

      white sauce, Gruyère cheese, chives, with crisp pancetta

    • Amalfi $16

      soft Italian cheese, arugula, pear, and white-truffle oil

    • La Spezia $15

      fresh pesto, fresh mozzarella, and tomatoes

    • San Marino $17

      Italian sausage, mushrooms, tomato sauce, and mozzarella

    • Umbria $17

      wild mushrooms, Italian truffle cheese, and white-truffle oil

    • Granada $18

      brava sauce, Manchego cheese, and Jamón Serrano (Spanish ham)

  • Entrées
    All main entrées served with choice of two side dishes (all GF) at no charge: • cold zucchini with Parmesan and pancetta • house salad (V) • mashed cauliflower/potatoes (V) • bistro fries (thick-cut, home style, fried potatoes) (V) OR ONE of the following special sides at an additional charge: • seared Brussels sprouts with pancetta (GF) +5 • layered ratatouille (GF,V) +6 • potatoes au gratin (with Italian bechamel and Gruyere) (GF,V) +6 • asparagus and goat cheese crepes (GF,V) +7
    • Roasted Salmon $28

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

    • Seared Lemon-Thyme Chicken $29

      All-natural, cage-free, sous vide chicken, served with pan reduction (GF)

    • Crab Cakes $30

      our signature entrée served with caper mayonnaise

    • Crisp Duck Confit $29

      Tender duck with crisp skin, featuring pink peppercorn butter (GF)

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