I decided to take a detour (on the way to a much less worthy dinner) & give Le Gourmet a try. I missed them a couple of times before (closed Sunday & close at 20:00 on Tue.)
It is a small & cozy restaurant with a mini store in the middle selling French cuisine-everything from Foie Gras to Chocolates, cheese, Jams, Rilletes & sausage to name a few.
I arrived on a Wednesday (one of the evenings they close at 8) & there were only a couple of tables full so had my choice of seating. Seems like weekends are when reservations are recommended.
I wasn't sure what to order so based on my server's recommendation I started with the Salad de Chèvre. Before that came out I was served some bread, green olives & sausage which were a great start (& turned out to be complimentary). The salad was excellent with the creamy goat cheese on toast surrounded by greens.
For main, although I haven't had good luck with Duck in other restaurants (overcooked, dry, no flavor, etc.), I took a chance based on recommendation and ordered the Confit de Canard with seasoned potatoes & Foie Gras. The Duck leg was exquisite! So rich & decadent! I was offered some flavored salts but didn't need them as the Canard was seasoned perfectly. The potatoes were also excellent! The Foie Gras was a seared piece topping & very good. I didn't want this meal to end!
Paired it with a Matten (French) Cuvée beer which had an Amber color & was light & refreshing. I really didn't need dessert but who can resist a Chocolate Fondant? It was amazing! Luscious Chocolate middle with vanilla ice cream side. Yes!
My server was attentive & took great care of me. I sent my compliments to the Chef for my unforgettable dining experience. So happy I took the detour. read more