THIS MAY, DINE LIKE IT’S 1999!
Bistro Pastis opened May 7th of 1999, and to celebrate ten years as one of Kitsilano’s most Parisian of bistros the restaurant is offering its opening menu, with the original 1999 prices, for the entire month of May.
The restaurant industry is a tough business, and the ability to survive ten years of long hours and economic highs and lows is a testament to a restaurant owner’s commitment to superb service and in this case, authentic French cuisine. John Blakeley opened Bistro Pastis on May 7th, 1999, following a successful career of working as Maitre D’ for Michel Jacob, and as the General Manager at Diva at the Met. Bistro Pastis was a hit right out of the gate, winning Best New Restaurant at the Vancouver Magazine Restaurant awards in 2000 and earning a steady top three position each year in the magazine’s Best Bistro category. In 2008, Blakeley was also honoured with an induction into the BC Restaurant Hall of Fame as well as a Medal of Merit; a highly regarded recognition from the French government bestowed upon citizens who act as exemplary representatives of their country outside of France.
Ten years ago Bistro Pastis was the only French bistro in Kitsilano. Now joined by numerous contemporary counterparts Bistro Pastis still boasts a loyal clientele, many of whom have been dining at the restaurant since the day it opened. For those who have yet to enjoy this little slice of Paris in the heart of West 4th Avenue, the month of May gives all the excuse needed. Dine on delicious Coq Au Vin for $19.50, grilled Lingcod with tomato confit and lemon black olive vinaigrette for $21.50, or a traditional steak tartare with pomme frites and cornichons for $11.00. All wines by the glass and bottle will also be marked down by 30% for the entire month.
Bistro Pastis is located at 2153 West 4th Avenue. The restaurant is open for lunch Tuesday to Friday 11:30 am – 2:00pm, dinner Tuesday to Sunday from 5:30pm – 10:30pm and for brunch from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday. Phone 604-731-5020 for reservations or book a table online at www.bistropastis.com.
1999 MENU
Appetizers
Fish Soup du Cap d’ Antibes, Croutons and Rouille, 8.50
Green Pea and Butter Lettuce Soup, Chicken Quenelles, 8.50
Sauteed Escargot, Grilled Asparagus, Shitake Mushroom Tomatoes and Pastis, 9.00
Sauteed Salmon, Lightly Smoked, Spring Greens, Herbs Crème Fraîche, 11.00
Rillettes de Canard Paté, Pain de Campagne Grillé, Mescluns Greens, 9.00
Steak Tartare, Pommes Frites and Cornichons, 11.00
Roasted Roma Tomato and Goat Cheese Tart Onion Compote, Pesto Vinaigrette, 11.00
Belgian Endive, Candied Walnuts, Pear and Roquefort, Hazelnut Vinaigrette, 10.00
Goat Cheese and Shaved Asparagus Salad, Beet Carpaccio, Walnut Vinaigrette, 9.50
Steamed Mussels, White Wine and Shallots, 11.50 Main Course with Pommes Frites, 21.00
Mains
Poisson
Gratin of Spring Salmon in a Savora Mustard and Fresh Herb Crust, Béarnaise Réduction, 21.50
Halibut en Papillotte, Navy Beans, Mushrooms and Sun Dried Tomatoes, 23.00
Grilled Lingcod, Brandade Croquette, Tomato Confit, Lemon and Black Olive Vinaigrette 21.50
Snapper ,Prawns and Clams Bouillabaisse, Aïoli and Croutons, 22.00
Sole Normande, Shrimp and Mushrooms, Riz Pilaf White Wine and Cream Sauce, 21.50
Viande
Grilled Pork Tenderloin, Potato Sandwich, Caramelized Apples, Sherry Réduction, 21.50
Cassoulet with Duck Confit, Toulouse Sausage, Smoked Bacon, Braised White Beans,22.00
Coq au Vin Chicken Braised in Red Wine, Pearl Onion, Bacon and Mushroom, Home Made Fettucini, 19.50
Roasted Wenzel Duck Breast, Rösti Potato Galette, SwissChard, Shitake Mushrooms, Sour Cherry Sauce, 25.00
New York Steak, Pommes Frites, Peppercorn Sauce, 22.00
Calf Liver, Double Smoked Bacon, Onion Rings, Pomme Purée, Grainy Mustard Jus, 21.00
Side Dishes
Pommes Frites
Sauteed Garlic Spinach
Haricots Vert
$4.50
Sauteed Wild Mushrooms with Shallots and Herbs, $6.50
