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    Bar Bouchee

    4.2 (314 reviews)
    PriceyFrench
    Closed 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Always something new on the menu

    This is absolutely my favorite restaurant in the area -always a good vibe and the food is incredible. The menu changes with the season -highly recommend you make a reservation now!

    Chicken liver mousse
    Len Y.

    Stopped here for a little dinner before a show and was delighted to enjoy a delicious country style French meal in an outdoor seating that was more than cozy. An "Al fresco" seating area is equipped with lovely radiant heat that kept the drizzly night from getting us down. We began with escargot and a chicken liver mousse that was rich, velvety and just luscious. A petit hanger steak, cooked to perfection and a plate of handmade cheese filled pasta pillows served with a rich lamb ragout was just what I needed to satisfy my voracious appetite. Attentive server and beautiful decor keeps this place on the top of my fine dining list. BTW, the craft cocktail Bees Knees was a delicious blend of Bar Hill gin with a cinnamon simple syrup and dash of nutmeg was just perfect

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    Eliza Jameson M.

    Im afraid i confused Bar Bouchee with Cafe Routier!!!!! Ive been to both and both FABULOUS but the pics here are Cafe Routier Le cuisinière est magnifique !!!! il y a un place endroit confortable et décontracté, mais le nourritures est extraordinaire !!! and of course they speak English the food is wonderful and authentic French cuisine

    Shrimp salad special
    Naomi R.

    We adore Bar Bouchee but I think what makes it exceptional is Christine, one of the waitresses. She makes every meal there fee like I've flown across the ocean and am back in France. Best escargot but the shrimp special this time was the star of the show! We bring our son, who's 6, and he is always fine there but I wouldn't necessarily say it's kid-friendly inside.

    Definition of Bouche

    Came here for new years. The Staff and the food were amazing. The place looked good dressed up for the holidays as well.

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    Excellent food and service. The ambiance is ok, nothing special, maybe a little loud, but it's ok.

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    Delicious food, excellent service, cozy atmosphere. A gem restaurant located in a quiet street in Madison, CT.

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    Great place for a late afternoon drink! Friendly and relaxed staff, wonderful outdoor seating that is warm on a cool day!

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    I have been there multiple times. It is always my favorite restaurant in CT. Food is excellent, service is great!

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    The chicken dish and oysters were fabulous.Service excellent and the bartender was extremely helpful!

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