Bistronomic
French cuisine is not just about a type or category of food, it is truly a technique. What makes French food so popular is the layering of flavors that goes into most of its dishes. When done well, classic French foods like escargot and duck, are transformed into dishes that are distinctively delicious and melt-in-your-mouth with subtle flavors coming one at a time.
One man who knows exactly how to present the finest of French food is Martial Noguier. Serving as the executive chef and owner of bistronomic in the heart of Chicago’s notable Gold Coast neighborhood, Noguier brings...
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Bistronomic
French cuisine is not just about a type or category of food, it is truly a technique. What makes French food so popular is the layering of flavors that goes into most of its dishes. When done well, classic French foods like escargot and duck, are transformed into dishes that are distinctively delicious and melt-in-your-mouth with subtle flavors coming one at a time.
One man who knows exactly how to present the finest of French food is Martial Noguier. Serving as the executive chef and owner of bistronomic in the heart of Chicago’s notable Gold Coast neighborhood, Noguier brings more than 25 years of culinary experience to the modern gastronomic bistro.
Hosting brunch, lunch, and dinner menus, bistronomic is a much sought destination when diners in the Chicago area are looking for a contemporary bistro that not only offers exquisite French dishes but makes them accessible to most patrons with affordable pricing.
Local and Organic
Noguier prides bistronomic on providing as much of its foods as possible from nearby Midwest farms. With farm grown vegetables and cheeses that are delivered fresh and prepared by Noguier and his staff that includes Head Chef Jerome Bacle, who shares the philosophy of bistronomic of skillfully preparing the freshest of foods with local ingredients.
Bacle is known to visit farmers markets in search of the freshest ingredients and seasonal items to produce unique recipes and well-crafted meals that helps give bistronomic its outstanding reputation and good name in the local area.
Menu Specialties
The modern cuisine featured at bistronomic includes expertly prepared Ahi Tuna Tartare, Organic Amish Chicken, Housemade Country Pate, and the ultimate Grilled Cheese Du Jour. Because the French culture enjoys canned or pickled items as part of its roundtable, bistronomic gives its diners the option of ordering a canned sardines in extra virgin olive oil and vinegar or a jar of Picholine caviar or green olives.
Special and Holiday Menus
Staying true its creatively unique and seasonal offerings, bistronomic is well known for designing menus around special events and holidays. From the French holidays, including Bastille Day and Beaujolais Nouveau, the French chefs in bistronomic also honor:
- Christian holidays: Easter, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day
- Jewish holidays: Passover and Hanukkah
- Other special occasions: Mother’s Day and New Year’s Eve
Additionals and Atmosphere
Enjoy primarily French and California wines by the bottle or glass, or a cocktail and imported spirits from the fully stocked bar. As part of its chic, contemporary style, the restaurant décor is composed of gorgeous creams, vibrant reds and deep browns, which are accentuated with in the architecture.
When the weather permits, bistronomic opens up its patio and invites guests to dine al fresco.
Chicago Best Restaurants
As you can see, a restaurant like bistronomic definitely fits as a Chicago Best Restaurant, which is why it is included in our list of reviews. If French food isn’t what you’re craving, check out other places listed as part of Chicago Best Restaurants so you can make a reservations that are sure to please.