Coming here was a real treat! This small French restaurant has two levels. The kitchen, which is open, although behind a glass partition, and a coffee station with some Cafe tables is downstairs. Upstairs is a bar and a small dining room and a lovely patio complete with black and white striped draperies. Our server was our bartender and was absolutely lovely. In fact, both the bartenders were very friendly and engaging. They were also both very attentive. I started with a cocktail and hubby had a beer. It isn't a full bar, so they didn't have the ingredients for an amaretto sour, but they did for anegroni, so I was happy. We ordered off the restaurant Week menu and left there absolutely stuffed. We both started with the three jumbo shrimp, which really were jumbo. Hubby commented several time how good the control sauce was, and I agree. For entree, I had the duck with orange sauce and hubby had the filet au poivre . Both were so delicious. That also brought a large page of pmmes frite for the table, which in our case, was the bar. We finished it off with the chocolate mousse and the butter cake with cherries and almonds. The butter cake was a little more dense and dry than others I've had, but, big, was it good! I feel like the Melrose district has a lot of fantastic restaurants, and Brasserie Melrose is definitely one of them. Be mindful of the parking situation --their lot only has 3 parking spaces plus a handicap space. You may have to park and walk, so plan for that when you make your reservation. read more

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What a nice surprise to find Brasserie Melrose! Parking isn't the easiest, and that's probably the only downside. Everything else was great. The restaurant has two floors with both indoor and outdoor seating. The patio has a really cute vibe, especially when the weather is nice. We came for Happy Hour and, along with a couple of cocktails, ordered mostly from the Happy Hour menu. Our server, Beth, was super friendly and attentive. We got the Seafood Tower, Caviar, Foie Gras Mousse, Escargots, Tomato Tartare, and fries. Everything was delicious, and the seafood was nice and fresh. We really enjoyed every dish we tried. We can't wait to come back to try their brunch and dinner menus. read more

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Brasserie Melrose had already won me over for breakfast and coffee, but after finally sampling the dinner menu, I'd say it's an all-around winner. The chèvre chaud salad was the standout: warm goat cheese melted over baguette slices, served over greens, and honestly better than expected. The duck confit was solid, and the chocolate fondue with strawberries and pieces of croissant was a fun, very satisfying finish. The place has a quieter, not-too-busy feel, with friendly staff and young owners who clearly care and are aiming high. They lean into the French brasserie concept trying hard, but in a charming way, not an annoying one. Ambitious, pleasant and genuinely enjoyable -- happy to have this spot in the mix. read more

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There was a short line inside, but it moved quickly. I ordered the Potato & Parmesan and Apricot croissant. The potato & parmesan is filled with thinly sliced potato- it's a great savory option. The apricot croissant is flakey & sweet. The Hot chocolate was rich & chocolatey. read more

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First time dining and we were impressed. It's definitely a cute and small place but packed with nice decors and big personalities intern of staff friendliness, food flavor profiles, and great full-bar experience. We sat at the bar to enjoy the cocktails with a full dining menu. The whole experience was great. We will definitely come back and also to bring a few friends. read more

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Came for a birthday brunch and first off, we LOVED our server, Parker. She was absolutely amazing, we loved chatting with her. The vibes are super cute, and the food was great. We had wine, the lobster croissant sandwich, the omelets, the croquet madam, the charcuterie, the shrimp and olive and peppers. The croissant sandwich was REALLY good. The omelets was yummy but smaller than I expected. I didn't love the croquet but the salad it came with was good and the aioli for the fries was also super good. Would love to try them for dinner also read more

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We had a lovely Mother's Day brunch at Brasserie Melrose. I love French food and had heard great things about this spot, so I was excited to finally try it. One thing to know before you go is the parking lot is very small with only a few spots. When we arrived it looked completely full and it took us a minute to realize there are plenty of covered parking spots right next door at the park and ride. You walk in through the bakery and it smells incredible. While we waited for our reservation, they offered complimentary bubbles, which was such a nice touch. The restaurant itself is upstairs and has a small cozy atmosphere with a bar area. There is also an upstairs patio that would have been lovely if it had not been so hot outside. They had half off bottles of rosé, so we started with that while my daughter ordered a vanilla latte. Honestly, the menu was packed with things that sounded amazing. We decided to start with the Moules Frites. The mussels came in a white wine herb butter sauce with fries and the portion size was generous. We absolutely loved them and of course dipped the fries into that buttery sauce. So good. I ordered the Eggs Benedict which came on a buttery croissant with soft poached eggs and basil hollandaise. That hollandaise was so unique and flavorful. I asked for no ham and added Royal Ossetra caviar instead, which made it feel extra decadent. It also came with a side of greens. My daughter ordered the Croissant Sandwich with soft scrambled eggs, Gruyere cheese, ham, and tomato jam that she loved. It also came with greens and was a very large portion. We ended up taking half of it home. Before leaving we grabbed a couple pastries to go for dessert, a chocolate croissant and a sweet danish, berry custard. They were almost too beautiful to eat, like little pieces of artwork. We enjoyed them later that afternoon at home and both were delicious. Overall we had such a lovely brunch experience and will definitely be back. read more

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This place is not like the elevated French fine dining places in Phoenix, which are quiet and fancy. This restaurant literally makes you feel like you are in a neighborhood restaurant in France - the space is loud (in a good way), small but intimate. We sat at the bar and the bartenders were all super friendly. The food was good as well! The dishes were simple but well executed. I specifically loved their French onion soup - it was cheesy on top, but the soup was broth-based, thin and flavorful. Also, I don't really like chocolate that much, but I LOVED that chocolate fondue! It was rich, nutty and not too sweet, which went perfectly with strawberries. Highly recommend!! read more

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Wow! I'm always on the lookout for the best croissant. Once we heard there was a new brasserie not too far away, couldn't resist checking it out and Brasserie Melrose did not disappoint in the least! Super cute spot on the corner of 7th Ave. Great ambience, get your pastries and order your coffee downstairs and then head upstairs where we sat outside in the sun on the patio. It really couldn't have been a better vibe. I can imagine having lunch of dinner up here would be perfection. Chocolate croissant, butter croissant, cappuccino, and a Parisian latte. All of it was exceptional. My other favorite pastries in the Valley are Essence and Chaccone, and this is right there. Truly. The latte was one of the best I've had in a long time and I will be back for another soon. The service was friendly, prompt to order, and someone checked in on us while we sat outside. Definitely will be back for morning coffee and croissants and dinner or lunch soon. Happy to see this place here and hoping the best for them. Highly recommended! Note: parking is tricky and only a couple spots in back so walk over if you're close by or park off 7th on a side street. read more

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This place was incredible. I wasn't expecting to have enjoyed it as much as I did. Liz was our waitress, and was excellent, cool, calm and collected with their service. Appreciate them letting us try a couple things and give us knowledge on what we would enjoy. My friend and I went for chefs week and their Filet Mignon was the best Filet I've honestly ever had. They really are doing something right over here. Best Filet in town I'll say. Also their Hugo Spritz was super tasty! Can't wait to come back and try more goodies like their Valrona cookie and more. The following week I went to Society Swan and tried their filet and it was nothing compared to Brassiere Melrose. Society Swans filet, smash burger, and chicken Francese were just ok, burnt and dry on the outside. Brassiere Melrose is the place to go instead! They are legit! Great ambience once the gals who were so loud left! :) read more

First timers and won't be the last. The perfect slice of Parisian life in a cute all day cafe. You can seriously stay there all day as menus range from pastry to brunch to happy hour to dinner. We had a lovely time at the bar for HH. One of the most delightful martinis I have had (quinoa vodka!!??). Service was lovely, we leisurely snacked on a few items - the bread and butter was exceptional (that good French butter!). Prices outside of happy hour are really reasonable but the HH itself was a great deal with 30% off all wine bottles and cocktails and a long list of curated snacks. Wish we lived closer. Can't wait to go back! Highly recommend reservations for peak hours as this is a very quaint spot with limited tables. read more

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The initial impression of Brasserie Melrose had me excited. The pastry and croissants downstairs looked promising. The chocolate croissant was alright, I've had much better ones near the area. The smoked salmon and ham & gruyere was decent. Unfortunately the good ended there. All wait staff in the dining area seemed like they were new and didn't know their roles. Just to place our order, it took way too long for our waitress to understand and use the handheld device. On to the food. The French onion soup was ok at best. Seasoning was non existent, having to add salt just to make it bearable. Escargot was not bad, a little bit on the saltier side, opposite of the soup. Jambon Beurre, just think of a homemade sandwich with ham and cheese, it reminded me of school cafeteria food. Moules Frites was just ok; I've had better mussels in white wine sauce at pretty much any other places I've been to. Overall, we all left disappointed. read more

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Fantastic pastries! We walked in on a Saturday morning and the place smelled heavenly. I love the black and white decor. The person that took our order was efficient and we ended up getting a pain au chocolat, a cheese and bacon tartine, a spinach artichoke tartine and a canele. The pastry itself was crisp, buttery perfection! Beautifully laminated and the fillings were sublime. I appreciate the slight bitterness in chocolate filling for the pain au chocolat. I see that they have French hot chocolat on the menu and I look forward to trying it next along with something off their lunch menu. read more

Brasserie Melrose - Canele, Pain au Chocolat, Aged Cheese & Bacon Tartine, artichoke spinach tartine - Bakeries Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Phoenix just welcomed its newest European brasserie. This is a true European-style brasserie--where freshly baked pastries meet thoughtfully crafted lunch and dinner offerings, all made in house. From the moment you step in, you're greeted by the sounds of clinking glasses, soft music in the background, and the hum of laughter filling the room. Every dish and pastry brings its own aroma, texture, and depth of flavor, paired perfectly with expertly made coffee and drinks. The quality is undeniable, the atmosphere is inviting, and the experience feels effortlessly elevated. Whether you're stopping in for coffee and a croissant or settling in for a full meal, this is one of those places you'll want to return to again and again. A must experience in Phoenix Bakery - 7am until sold out Lunch 11am - 6pm Dinner - Coming Soon read more

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This cafe was so cute! I love the interior and the service was great. We ordered the pistachio berry croissant, potato tartine and a quiche. The quiche was surprisingly my favorite, then potato tartine, and berry tart last. I will definitely be back to try another quiche. It was the best quiche I've ever had. The texture was so silky like soft tofu. Can't wait to be back to try their dinner menu! read more

Cool, new spot with a somewhat funky location. We stopped in at breakfast. Pastries and coffee were on the menu for us. Service was friendly. Ambiance is very modern and has a nice French flair to it. Savory, plain, and sweet croissants. Ours were delicious. Coffee was top notch as well. All around great experience. N*joy! read more

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The raspberry danish is super amazing. The service was super fast and the food was fresh as well!

Amazing cafe! I love the chic and cozy atmosphere. Based on their butter croissants, the technique, quality ingredients and flavor is spot on! Will look forward to trying more items! read more

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French transplant here, born and raised in France! I'm a tough critic on all American places that call themselves French or European because there are so many with poor execution... and I've gotta say, I'm so happy that Brasserie Melrose opened close to me. I love seeing all the authentic French dishes on the menu, made with actual French products. They have a large collection of wine and cocktails, and it warmed my heart seeing Kronenbourg 1664 beer on tap. The warm goat cheese salad is made with authentic Crottin de Champcol from the Loire Valley, and it's heavenly. The French onion soup takes them 20 hours to prepare, for a reason. Croissants made with Isigny Sainte-Mère butter, pains au chocolat with Valrhona chocolate... on those days when my soul craves the warmth of my home country's food, it's comforting to know there is a little taste of it nearby, no passport needed, no jet lag involved! They have live jazz on occasion, which is nice. Excellent service, too. The parking at the back is a bit limited, but there is street parking nearby if needed. This may not matter to everyone, but because I like supporting places representing groups that are having their voices increasingly silenced these days - it's LGBTQ+ owned! Bon appétit! read more

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Excited to have this place in the neighborhood! Went for lunch and sat at the bare. Service by Kristi & Eric was fantastic. The place is beautifully decorated , making you feel happy & a bit posh. Prices are not cheap, but everything we had was quality. I had one of the best martini's ever...it had a basil infusion & Kristi was happy to sub out the vodka for gin. My hub enjoyed boulevardier. We split mussels & French onion soup . The buttery garlic broth was delicious (mussels ) and the soup was just what we were hoping for! We ordered an extra baquette with butter to soak up the broth. Can't wait to check out their HH! read more

I've been wanting to stop by since they opened. Of course... parking is very limited unless you park in the community light rail, parking area right behind the restaurant, which I would recommend. We came in and looked at all the pastries behind the counter and ordered Apple Dulce Pecan tart $7.50, Chocolate Croissant $7.50. Canele $3.95, Bacon/Cheese tart $8.50. There wasn't anyone else at the counter except for us. You would think we would've been greeted or acknowledged since there were 2 employees behind the counter, but we weren't. We asked the cashier a couple questions about the pastries and decided to just take it to go. The 4 stars is for the quality of the pastries we had. Unfortunately, we probably won't be back. We love to support mom & pop places but like to feel that they actually want us there. read more

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We came for restaurant week and for a date night and glad we did. When we walked in I immediately knew I was going to enjoy my night. When you first walk in you see all the pastries and kitchen. I had reserved the wine nook (which I highly recommend) for a date night. We were seated right away but it did take a bit for our server to come to our table. The prefix meal included a French 75 which is one of my favorites drinks. To begin I ordered oeufs mayo. I had no idea what it was but our server said it was like deviled eggs. I was surprised at how much I enjoyed the dish. The sauce was salty but celery stuff at the bottom balanced the saltiness. My fiance ordered the oysters which he enjoyed. We both ordered steak frites as our main entree. We both felt the steak and fries were a bit bland. For my dessert I ordered the crème brûlée and cappuccino which both were delicious. I would definitely recommend this place for a date night. read more

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Live in the hood and decided to try on a whim. All food items we had were great. Escargot didn't have much flavor but I wouldn't know how to fairly rate it since I don't commonly eat it. Cocktails, oysters, mussels, shrimp, frites, and baguette with butters were all amazing. Atmosphere was chic and beautiful. Can't wait to try the breakfast items and coffee. I would recommend having louder music as it seemed a bit quiet. And for the one tiny table upstairs we had, recommend creating more space somehow or not seating for a full dinner as there was not enough space for our food and drinks. All other tables seemed sufficient tho. read more

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First off if Brasserie Melrose is trying to pass itself off as a French restaurant then it has failed completely. The food was definitely subpar. We had the French onion soup and the steak tartare for appetizers. The French onion soup was OK and the steak tartare was definitely not a good steak tartar. It was very flat in flavor. For our main menu we had the stuffed cabbage and the duck. The stuffed cabbage filling, which was of veal and pork stuffing, did not have any flavor at all. It was super bland. It was like ground up baby food. The duck was very dry and hard to chew. The orange sauce was very watery and flat. The desert Gadeau Breaton was sweet and delecious. The creme brulee was a bland Custard. It was served in a tin bowl. Usually creme brulee comes in a ceramic bowl. I am left wondering if they just got it pre made and popped the tin can off the top. Maybe we had a bad server. She never checked on us and we had to ask another server for help. She was not very pleasant. read more

Fabulous all around! Will definitely return, thank you. Atmosphere, service, quality of food all exceptional.

As soon as you walk up to B. Melrose you have departed Phoenix and -- Voilà! -- landed in Paris. Ambiance was amazing and the service is the only non-French thing about the place. Kristian/Christian was welcoming, calming and brilliant at providing suggestions and just a real cool dude. Declined wine by the glass and instead the bottle which you cannot find at my local total wine (no bottling fee so just take home if you don't finish, cheaper than purchasing 2 glasses). Olives were a great starter and the duck and mussels were magnifique! 10/5, people who rate this less than a 5 are not credible. read more

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Went to Brasserie Melrose for Restaurant Week and it did not disappoint. Everything was incredibly delicious! The escargot with bread was superb! Loved dipping the bread in the escargot butter. The duck breast for the main entree was phenomenal! So tender and succulent! Cooked to perfection! And for dessert, the chocolate fondue was such a treat! Finally since they also have a bakery, we took some croissants and cookies to go! Even the next day, they stayed crunchy and fresh! Service was also on point. Wait staff was friendly and food came out well paced. Definitely coming back! read more

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We were pleased to find this little gem while we were visiting the area. We enjoyed our French-pressed coffee on the upstairs outdoor terrace. We had a delicious brunch and we left feeling like we had gained a friend in our server. Must visit, and ask for Parker! read more

This is a cute little hidden-gem French brasserie. The café au lait was full of aroma, you can tell they use good beans. I like coffee that's bright, balanced and without too much acidity, this one hit the spot perfectly. They also have a fantastic selection of other coffees, and I'll definitely be back for the café au lait again. The croissants and pastries are absolutely divine, buttery and fluffy. It's not easy to find a good patisserie in Phoenix and their croissant is by far the best one I had. The staff were friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. Parking is limited on-site, so you may want to park nearby. Can't wait to try more from their menu. read more

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I had a delicious latte, and sampled the pain a chocolat, and this incredible cheesy Parmesan potato thing before taking it home to share. (I should remember what things are called before leaving reviews lol). The coffee and pastries were both very high quality and delicious. Perfect texture and balance of flavors. The staff were very sweet, it's really neat to go on the second day after they open and overhear them establish their friendships and working relationship and work through drinks and processes. The interior is absolutely gorgeously decorated. I'm in love with the black couch and zebra chair. I really felt like an underdressed American in France in my Claude the alligator t-shirt. I can't wait until they open up their dinner service so I can go back. Maybe I'll have a designated driver and will get to try the cocktails, they all look interesting. I didn't get pictures of the downstairs area because there were people there and I didn't want to make it weird but it's beautiful, there's even upstairs and downstairs patio seating. read more

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Our evening was spectacular. To start with, we did the chefs menu for Chef week. The tomato tart with goat cheese was like eating air with delicious herbs and flavors. If I could've licked the plate without being embarrassed, I would have. Then the main course came with the crab croquette and the fillet. my husband asked for my crab coquette, and he doesn't eat fish?!!! it was absolutely spectacular. This is something they should add to the regular menu. We were so full we couldn't even eat our dessert!! I hate to write this review because this place will become so popular that I will never get a seat again! This is a venue that should not be missed, from the bartenders. to the servers, the spectacular atmosphere, and of course, the amazing chef. This should be on your bucket list of restaurants!! read more

We love Brasserie. The service and food is consistently top tier every visit. We highly recommend it for breakfast, coffee, brunch, and lunch. We are looking forward to trying dinner. We live in the east valley and go out of our way to eat here. It is always an excellent experience. No loud music to drown out quiet conversation. ;-) Love it!!! read more

Arrived for lunch on Sunday and was greeted by just an amazing opening of the kitchen fresh made pastries the smell of coffee and warm friendly faces. We were told it was about a 45 minute wait and decided that was fine as no one was starving. Talking with any employee asking their favorites and watching waiters walk by with delicious looking food we were definitely excited to sit and partake. The bar is open seating and a few couples left getting us the ability to sit much faster than originally anticipated, and ordered some coffee and water. We then got the charcuterie board to share and then ordered after getting to know the bartenders a little better. Here's what I will say as a possible reason for everyone else's high marks for reviews is that we didn't order any pastries, however when it came to the food when we ordered French Onion soup, the Steak and fries and the Mussels nothing was exceptional or mind blowing and it was all good. Being the old BELLY restaurant location which is extremely unique. I think the beauty of the space definitely helps which is great I wish them well and I'm sure my wife will be back for some coffee and pastries but as far as what we felt we got for lunch today it was okay. read more

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Went for a morning cappuccino it was very peaceful and calm in there . Nice for a morning coffee. The cap was good. Pastries look tasty but didn't try. Would come again for morning coffee. Staff is perfect amount of friendly read more

5 stars for ambiance and service. 2 stars for food. Charming place for cocktails and gathering with friends.

Came here over the weekend to check out the newest spot in Melrose and I wasn't disappointed at all. The establishment was incredibly welcoming and the owner at the register was very kind and excited to have his business open to the public. I've been waiting for this place to open and I'm so excited the time has finally come! I got a Meyer lemon tart that was incredibly flavorful with the perfect texture. Looking very forward to what they have this weekend! The restaurant is French style and achieves a great ambiance. I'm incredibly excited for lunch and dinner service to start. Kudos! read more

Great breakfast place for pastries and a killer Quiche. Need to try their weekend lunch.

Finally a true, & I mean true French restaurant, not American French. The baguette, the butter, sole meunière, scallops, everything homemade just like at home in France! I wanted to order it all lol The menu was like being home. The Wine pairing was sublime, naturally I went for the Vouvray, perfect temperature, devine. I Lived in AZ for over 10 yrs and tried everything French & gave up, this place is French as French can be in AZ. Compliments to the Chef, we celebrated our 40yrs anniversary and they made it so special Pour mes amis Français en Az, le seul restaurant que je recommande, bienvenue chez nous ou ce restaurant est Français, quel trésor, une ambiance chaleureuse, une cuisine délicate aussi meilleure si pas mieux que l'on trouve chez nous. Oubliez tous les autre restaurants Français dans la région, et je les est essayé tous, rien n'est au niveau de la Brasserie Melrose! Quel trésor culinaireBon appétit à vous tous Parking can be tricky but have you been to Paris & tried to park? Don't hesitate this place is authentic and the food, omg, none to be in par in any other restaurant and this place would make it in France, that alone is an honor to have such a chef in Phoenix. read more

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Omg I saw someone's Instagram late at night last night and thought of checking the place out this weekend. Well I couldn't wait I happened to be not far and went to grab a few things to try for a treat for me and the family. Well 10 items later, everything was so beautifully made couldn't decide. Lol. I was a pastry chef for 30+ years and I'm now retired so the Instagram really enticed me but as soon as I walked in the smell of butter and the artistry of the pastries were irresistible and had to try almost everything!! Lol I've only eaten the Quiche Lorraine and a butter croissant but let me tell you it's the best I've ever had!! I absolutely love Quiche and I do have to admit it's even better than mine!! The croissant was so beautiful and light and buttery. I could have eaten them all. I can't wait to go back this weekend and bring my grandchildren. I try to teach them what really good quality food taste like! I live in Peoria but will drive 25 minutes gladly for this place what a treat. Can't wait to try their lunch menu. This place totally nails my philosophy! Simple quality ingredients handmade and done right!! read more

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We had dinner Thursday night excited because it's restaurant week! We were so excited to try this new place. We had a 630 pm reservation. Unfortunately we didn't get seated until 710pm. Our waiter looked frazzled and very busy. We ordered off the special menu and found out they were out of some items. We had oysters on half shell which were delicious. The deviled eggs weren't available but olives and peppers were offered. I should have skipped my appetizer. Duck breast with fondant potatoes next. Only complaint was no seasoning. No salt. Steak frites without salt. Frites were dark brown, just shy of overcooked but not burnt. The steak was mostly fat and gristle. No salt to be found on the steak. There was salt on the table but it doesn't make up for no seasoning on the food. The chocolate fondue was sold out for us but available at the table next to us who arrived 30 min after we were seated (go figure). Overall we were disappointed. The wine pairing was excellent and that's why I gave you the 2nd star. Our waiter did the best he could in what looked like a rough service. I don't know if we will come back. We did get another recommendation from the 2 chefs at the table sitting next to us So, it wasn't a total loss. read more