Soupe au Pistou
orzo, peppers, green onions, tomatoes, wild garlic, basil parmesan
Asparagus Risotto
dill, wild garlic, truffle oil, goat cheese
Beet Salad
roasted, pickled raw beets, arugula, goat cheese, orange zest crème fraiche sunflower seeds
Local HeirloomTomatoes
lovage verde, cucumbers, asparagus radishes
Beef Tartare
tempura house pickles, fried capers, toasted pine nuts and chips
Cheeseplate is served with honey, nuts brioche $18
Le Calendos
soft, cow, natural rind,
Bleu Bénédictin
Bleu Bénédictin
Le Chèvre Noir
firm, goat cheddar,
Napa Cabbage Roll
hai scented basmati rice, scallions, wild mushrooms, spinach, tomato jam carrot, ginger, yuzu sesame broth
Pickerel
warm potato cucmber salad, house relish, asparagus, radishes
Grilled Pork Chop
'Naughty Neighbor' beer battered onion rings, choucroute, radish leaf pesto, apple butter
Richard's Cheese Burger
sliced tomato, grilled onion, grainy mustard, romaine, sesame seed bun frites
Duck breast
brussel sprouts, spaetzle, cranberry chutney jus
BCB Rib Eye
mushroom Marsala sauce, haricots vert frites
A sweet and satisfying way to linger at the table.
Crème Brulée
Boston Cream Pie
Strawberry Goat Cheese Tart
with strawberry balsamic sorbet
Buttermilk Lavender Cake
with citrus curd chantilly
Cheeseplate is served with honey, nuts brioche $18
Le Calendos
soft, cow, natural rind
Bleu Bénédictin
semi-soft, cow, blue
Le Chèvre Noir
firm, goat cheddar
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This go-to spot for Ottawa’s food connoisseurs has the perfect ambience for a great evening out with friends or a romantic dinner for two, with its dim lighting and chilled-out music playing in the background. You’ll be delighted by the modern French bistro dishes, like the mushroom risotto, juicy Cornish hen and the incredible chicken liver pate. Make sure to try the creative sharing plate, combining tuna with beet salad, truffle oil and popcorn! The professional, attentive staff will keep your glass filled all night too.
View this Smart ListThe Black Cat Bistro, located in the heart of Ottawa's Little Italy, is not for those who want to keep their wallets in their pockets, but as the saying goes, if you're going to eat French, don't skimp. The menu is not large, but it is seasonal and well-considered. How about chicken liver pate to start and Cornish hen as a main? Or, if you are seeking something equally delicious but more affordable, the menu also features the delectable Richard's Burger.
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