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Explore texture, color and of course, the ultimate tastes with our seasonal menus. All ingredients are carefully selected by our chefs. We source local, sustainable produce, meat and seafood and aim to support our regional farmers and artisans. Enjoy an extraordinary dining experience in the heart of St. Michaels.
DINNER
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WINE
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Avant
& Aprés
HAPPY HOUR
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Holiday Brunch
MAKE A
RESERVATION
SIP. SAVOR. ENJOY.
DINNER
* Indicates gluten-free or can be prepared gluten-free
HORS D’OEUVRES
MARINATED OLIVES* / 5
WARM MARCONA ALMONDS* /6
MUSSELS* /14
White Wine, Sofrito, Grilled Chiabatta
FOIE GRAS* / 20
Pan-Seared, Sweet Pickled Prunes, Port Cherries
Sauternes to Accompany / 12
SHRIMP & GRITS* / 15
Cheddar Grits, House-Made Buffalo Sauce,
Crispy Tasso, Bleu Cheese Drizzle
Salmon Rillette* / 14
Smoked Salmon, Sourdough Biscotti, Dill-Anchovy-Caper Butter
Halloumi Rarebit* / 13
Seared Halloumi Cheese, Raisin-Pecan Toast, Tomato Confit
CHEESE BOARD* / 20
Local Chapel’s Country Creamery Cheeses, Cornichon, Fig Jam, Whole Grain Mustard, Seasonal Accoutrements, Crostini
SOUP & SALAD
BISTRO SALAD* /10
Spring Mix, *Dried Cherries, Shaved Red Onion, Radish, *Brioche Crouton, Buttermilk-Herb Dressing
Lyonnaise* / 12
Frisee, Bacon Lardon, Poached Egg, Dijon Vinaigrette
HEARTS OF ROMAINE* / 10
Grated Egg, Toasted Pine Nuts, Grape Tomato, Croutons, Shaved Pecorino Romano, Black Peppercorn Dressing
Spinach & Poached Fennel* / 11
Toasted Pistachios, Chevre, Orange-Honey Vinaigrette
SOUP
OYSTER STEW / MP
An Eastern Shore Traditions
ONION SOUP GRATINEE* / 9
Gruyere, Ciabatta Crouton
ENTREES
STEAK FRITES* / 36
10oz Creekstone Farms Strip Steak, Pommes Frites, Maitre’d Hotel Butter, Bistro Signature Pub Sauce
OYSTER POT PIE / MP
Potato, Parsnip, Bacon, Ham, Spinach, Celery Root, Cream,
Puff Pastry Dome
Rack of Lamb* / 37
Herbed Dijon Rub, Parisienne Potato, Spring Pea & Asparagus Saute, Port Plum Sauce
HALF-ROASTED CHICKEN* / 28
Pommes Puree, Melted Savoy Cabbage, Bacon Lardon, Natural Jus
SEAFOOD GUMBO / 29
Shrimp, Crab, Mussels, Andouille Sausage,
Basmati Rice, Spice
BRAISED SHORT RIBS* / 34
Potato-Spinach Gratin, Roasted Rainbow Carrots, House-Made Demi
Seared Sea Scallops* / MP
Spring Pea Puree, Sugar Snaps & Bacon, Pine Nut Brown Butter
SIDES
Pommes Frites* / 7
Asparagus* / 7
Roasted Rainbow Carrots* / 7
Spinach-Potato Gratin* / 7
Crispy Mushrooms* / 7
EXPERTLY PAIRED
WINE
* Indicates gluten-free or can be prepared gluten-free
WHITES
Pinot Grigio
Barone Fini 2019, IT…………………………………..9/36
Lageder Terra Alpina 2019, IT……………………….38
Walnut City Pinot Gris 2018, OR……………………..40
Sauvignon Blanc /
Chenin Blanc
Sea Pearl 2019, NZ…………………………………………….10/39
Martin Ray 2018, CA………………………………………….11/43
J. de Villebois Sancerre 2019, FR………………………………61
Ken Forrester Reserve Chenin Blanc 2019, SA…………….36
Chateau De Valmer 2018, FR……………………………………42
UNIQUE VARIETALS
Faisao Vinho Verde, POR………………………………………9/34
St. Cosme Condrieu 2018, FR………………………..26/129
Blindfold by The Prisoner 2016, CA………………..17/82
Chardonnay
Dough 2018, CA……………………………………………..10/39
Novellum 2019, FR…………………………………………11/44
Frank Family 2017, CA……………………………………18/87
Sonoma-Cutrer Chardonnay 2016, CA…………………….51
Domaine Daniel Pollier Pouilly-Fuissé 2015, FR………..58
SPARKLING & ROSÉ
SPARKLING
Zardetto Prosecco NV, IT………………………………………9/36
Rotari Sparkling Rose’…………………………………………10
Perrier Jouet Grand Brut Champagne NV, FR 375ml…….45
Veuve Clicquot, Brut Champagne NV, FR………………….120
Laurent Perrier Brut Champagne NV, FR…………………..85
Rosé
La Villa de Maison Vialade Rosé 2017, FR………………8/32
Miraval Côtes de Provence Rosé 2019, FR 375ml………..28
Famille Perrin Côtes du Rhone Rosé 2019, FR…………….39
REDS
Pinot Noir
J. de Villebois 2018, FR……………………………………………….9/38
Belle Glos Las Alturas 2019, CA……………………..21/100
Bryn Mawr Estate Vineyards 2015, OR……………………75
Maison Louis Latour, Mercurey 2017, FR…………………..64
Malbec / Zinfandel / Merlot
Santa Julia “Reserve” Malbec 2018, AR………………..10/39
Luca Malbec 2017, AR……………………………………………..53
Ancient Peaks Zinfandel 2017, CA……………………………..42
Renwood Winery Zinfandel 2015, CA………………………..48
Alexander Valley Vineyards Merlot 2017, CA……………..44
Cabernet Sauvignon
La Grand Cộte 2017, Paso Robles CA…………………..11/42
Stag’s Leap Artemis 2017, Napa Valley CA…..28/138
Paul Hobbs Crossbarn 2017, Napa Valley CA……………..92
Idle Cellars 2015, Sonoma Valley CA…………………………67
BORDEAUX/BORDEAUX BLENDS
Château Pey La Tour 2016, FR………………………………….44
Château Lyonnat Lussac St Emilion 2015, FR……………….51
Ancient Peaks Oyster Ridge 2016, CA…………………………97
Bravante Trio 2014, Howell Mountain CA…………………..105
Lapostolle Clos Alpalta 2017, Chile……………………………210
Les Petit Clos Apalta 2017, Chile……………………………….79
OLD WORLD
St. Cosme Côtes du Rhône 2017, FR………………………..12/46
La Poderina Brunello di Montalcino 2013, IT…………24/114
Coto de Imaz Gran Reserva Rioja 2012, SP………………….52
Cesari Amarone Classico 2015, IT……………………………..91
Gaja Brunello Moltalcino 2013, IT 375 ml……………………78
Ancient Peaks Oyster Ridge 2016, CA………………………..97
JUST A NIP
AVANT
* Indicates gluten-free or can be prepared gluten-free
COCKTAIL
BISTRO SIDECAR /11
House-Infused Orange Cognac, Lemon, Egg White Foam
MONEY PENNY /12
Gin, Lillet Blanc, St Germaine, Fresh Lemon
Pear-tini / 11
Pear Vodka, Elderflower Liqueur, Pear Nectar,
Lemon Twist
Rumskey Old Fashioned / 12
Lyon Rock & Rum with Select Whiskeys, Orange Bitters, Luxardo
Smoky Sweet Mezcalrita /11
Mezcal, Pineapple-Jalapeño Shrub, Cointreau, Lime
French‟ish” Martini / 12
Vanilla Vodka, Chambord, Pineapple
Middle-Aged Fashioned / 12
Rye, Berry Shrub, Orange Zest
aperitifs
Lillet Blanc
Aperol Spritz
Campari
Capitoline Tiber Aperitivo
Kir Royal
BOTTLED BEER
Mich Ultra Gold, Bud Light, Stella Artois,ESB St Michaels Amber, Evo Lot #3,Guiness Draught Can, Beck’s N/A
SPIRITS
GIN
Tanqueray, Beefeater, Bombay Sapphire, Hendrick’s, Aviation
RUM
Captain Morgan, Mount Gay, Bacardi, Gosling’s
Lyon Distilling Rums: White, Dark, Coffee
TEQUILA
Camarena Silver, Casa Noble Reposado and Herradura Anejo
WHISKEY
Crown Royal, Jameson, Seagram’s VO, Jack Daniels
RYE
Redemption, Redwood Empire (Emerald Giant)
BOURBON
Maker’s Mark, Jim Beam Black, Woodford Reserve, Knob Creek, Buffalo Trace, Basil Hayden’s, Blanton’s
SCOTCH
Dewar’s, Famous Grouse, Johnnie Walker Red/Black
WINDING DOWN
APRÉS
* Indicates gluten-free or can be prepared gluten-free
DESSERTS
Cheeseboard* / 17
Assorted Chapel’s Country Creamery Cheeses, Fig Jam, Fresh Berries | Sauternes to Accompany 12
Créme Brulée / 10
Tahitian Vanilla Bean Custard
Chocolate Mousse / 10
Chantilly Creme, Fresh Berries
Profiteroles / 12
Salted Caramel Gelato, Chocolate Ganache,
Crème Anglaise
Mille Feuille Crepe Cake / 11
Apricot-Mascarpone Creme, Cherry Preserves, Toasted Pistachios
Peach Tourtiere /12
Vanilla Gelato
CORDIALS
Digestifs &
Dessert wines
Fernet Branca, Sambuca, Limoncello,
Selection of Amaros
Taylor Fladgate Ports:
Ruby, 10 Year & 20 Year Tawny
Petite Girard Sauternes, Hennessy VSOP Cognac
Single Malts
Glenlivet 12 / Laphroaig 10 / Macallan 12 / Oban 14 / Balvenie 14 Caribbean Cask
NIGHT CAPS
Vieux Carré / 12
Rye, Cognac, Sweet Vermouth, Peychaud’s Bitters,
Golden Falernum
Local Express-tini /12
Lyon Coffee Rum, Shot of Espresso, Bailey’s Irish Cream, Creme de Cacao
Café Amore /12
Cognac, Amaretto, Coffee
The Bitter End Negroni /12
Gin, Sweet Vermouth, Capitoline Tiber Apertivo
POP. FIZZ. CLINK.
HAPPY HOUR
* Indicates gluten-free or can be prepared gluten-free
DRINKS
$3
Mich Ultra Gold, Bud Light, ESB St. Michaels Ale
$4
Stella Artois, Evo Lot 3, Guinness Draught Can
$5
La Villa Maison Vialade Red, White or Rosé
$6
Rail Cocktails and Martinis
$7
BISTRO COSMO | Made with House-Infused Lemon Vodka
ITALIAN MANHATTAN | Amaretto instead of Sweet Vermouth
$8
PEAR-TINI | Pear Vodka, Elderflower Liqueur, Pear Nectar, Lemon
SANDWICHES
Short Rib Sandwich /14
Caramelized Onion, Gruyere, Shallot Aioli
BISTRO BURGER /12
Bacon & Cheddar or Mushroom & Gruyere on Brioche Bun
OYSTER PO’ BOY* / MP
Lettuce, Tomato, Spicy Aioli
NIBBLES
TRUFFLE FRIES* / 7
With Parmesan & Fresh Herbs
ROASTED BUFFALO CAULIFLOWER* / 6
House-Made Buffalo Sauce, Bleu Cheese Drizzle
SHRIMP & GRITS* / 12
Petit Cheeseboard / 14
Local Chapel’s Country Creamery Cheeses, Seasonal Accoutrements, Crostini
SIP. SAVOR. ENJOY.
BRUNCH
* Indicates gluten-free or can be prepared gluten-free
SMALL PLATES
CHEESE BOARD* / 21
Local Chapel’s Country Creamery Cheeses, Cornichon, Fig Jam, Whole Grain Mustard, Seasonal Accoutrements, Crostini
MUSSELS* / 14
Sofrito (tomato, caramelized onion, thyme) White Wine, Ciabatta
SHRIMP & GRITS* / 16
Cheddar Grits, House-Made Buffalo Sauce,
Crispy Tasso, Bleu Cheese Drizzle
Sandwiches
All sandwiches come with hand-cut frites | Substitute side salad for $2
BRUNCH BURGER* / 13
Mushroom & Gruyere or Bacon & Cheddar
Crabcake Sandwich / MP
Lettuce, Tomato, Remoulade
Croque Monsier / 14
Ham, Dijon, Grruyere, Mornay Sauce
Croque-Madame (add fried egg) / +$2
SALAD
Add Shrimp* 10 | Seared Tuna* 13
BISTRO SALAD* /10
Spring Mix, *Dried Cherries, Shaved Red Onion, Radish, *Brioche Crouton, Buttermilk-Herb Dressing
HEARTS OF ROMAINE* / 10
Grated Egg, Toasted Pine Nuts, Grape Tomato, Croutons, Shaved Pecorino Romano, House-Made Black Peppercorn Dressing *
Lyonnaise* / 12
Frisee, Bacon Lardon, Poached Egg, Dijon Vinaigrette
Salad Additions
Shrimp* 12
SOUP
OYSTER STEW / MP
An Eastern Shore Traditions
Soup Du Jour / MP
Chef’s Choice
Mains
Bistro Breakfast* / 14
Two Eggs Any Style, Potato Hash, Biscut, Ham, Bacon, Sausage
FRENCH TOAST / 12
Roasted Apples, Chantilly Cream
Eggs Benedict* / 15
Fingerling Potatoes, Roasted Apples,
Ham (Add Crab Cake / MP)
QUICHE DU JOUR / 12
With Mixed Greens, Grape Tomato, Red Onion
Chorizo Hash* / 14
Spanish Chorizo, Potato, Onion, Tomato, Peppers, Gruyere Cheese, Two Sunny Side Up Eggs
SIDES
Brioche Toast, English Muffin,
Biscuit / 2
Ham, Bacon or Sausage* / 3
Grits, Potato Hash, Pomme Frites * / 5
* Indicates gluten-free or can be prepared gluten-free
Call Us
(410) 745-9111
Visit Us
403 S. Talbot Street
St. Michaels, Maryland 21663
Email Us
inquiries@bistrostmichaels.com
Sunday -Tuesday
4:30pm-8:00pm
Friday-Saturday
4:30pm – 9:00pm
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