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STARTERS
SALADS
FRESH BURRATA– €14.75
beef tomato, basil pesto and croute (V)
KALE AND PUMPKIN SALAD – €15.95
red cabbage, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds and agave syrup
(VG)
ROASTED BROCCOLI AND APPLE SALAD – €15.95
almonds, celery, onion, dried cherries, lemon and tahini
dressing (VG)
ENTREES
THE BISTRO FISH AND SHELLFISH ANTIPASTO
SHARING PLATTER (serves two) – €38
crispy fried calamari, polpette di neonate (whitebait fritters), marinated octopus with garlic and basil oil, fresh tuna* on toasted bread*, mussels cooked in white wine, served with tartar sauce, lemon and chilli oil
FRESH MUSSELS ALL’ AQUA PAZZA – €15.75
cooked local cheese, textures of beetroot and walnuts (V)
ANGUS BEEF CARPACCIO – €14.95
angus beef carpaccio, vinegar pearls, rucola, parmesan and olive oil dressing
GRILLED OCTOPUS – €16.95
roasted cauliflower, persillade and hazelnuts
PIDE (TURKISH FLATBREAD)
‘DEL BRONTE’ – €14.95
‘del bronte’ Bolognian mortadella, provolone cheese and
pistachio
‘BELLA FRESCA’ – €14.75
fior di latte, tomatoes, basil and virgin olive oil (V)
‘BISTRO MARE’ – €16.95
tomatoes, basil, octopus, prawns, black olives and virgin olive oil
SOUPS
CHEF’S DAILY SOUP – €10.25
ZUCCHINI AND MINT SOUP – €10.95
garlic and chive yoghurt (V)
Every effort is made to instruct our staff regarding the potential severity of food allergies. Therefore please inform your server which food cannot be consumed if you have any food allergies.
The products and ingredients purchased are made with a preference
for local and certified suppliers, reflecting our commitment to the
environment and sustainability
(V) Vegetarian Dishes (VG) Vegan Dishes
* Locally Sourced
PASTA & RISOTTO
Add €4.00 for a larger portion
LINGUINE AL PESCE FRESCO – €16.50
white fish, preserved lemon, parmesan, pistachio and pane gratatto
SPAGHETTI CALAMARI – €16.95
zucchini, preserved lemon, mint, tomato concasse and extra virgin olive oil
CASERECCE PORK RAGOUT – €15.95
Maltese style pork sausage*, crushed coriander, parsley and parmesan cream
LOCAL STYLE SPAGHETTI RABBIT – €15.75
rabbit*, peas, red wine, thyme tomato sauce ✠
GARGANELLI BEEF AND PARMESAN – €15.95
gently tossed pasta with beef strips, garlic, beef reduction and mushroom cream
ORECCHIETTE ALLA NORMA – €14.75
aubergine, tomato sauce, pine nuts, chilli and ricotta salata (V)
RAVIOLI FUNGHI PORCINI – €16.50
tossed with a cherry tomato, basil, rucola and parmesan shavings (V)
LE BISTRO RISOTTO – €15.75
pancetta, oyster mushrooms, chicken* boneless thighs, rosemary, and parmesan
PUMPKIN AND ASPARAGUS RISOTTO – €16.75
pumpkin, asparagus, nutmeg, salsa verde and toasted walnuts (VG)
FISH & SHELLFISH
LOBSTER THERMIDOR (per 100g) – €9.50
with brandy, mustard, lemon juice, prawn bisque, tarragon and cream, parmesan cheese
LOCAL STUFFED CALAMARI – €28.50
slow stewed calamari stuffed with seafood and marjoram, served with an olive and caper sauce ✠
GRILLED SEABASS* FILLET – €27.50
ratatouille, extra virgin olive oil and lemon
GRILLED LOCAL RED PRAWNS* . – €29.90
cucumber and olive salad, roasted red pepper puree ✠
FRESH FISH OF THE DAY – € MARKET PRICE
summer vegetables and lemon confit
All main dishes are served with
vegetables and potatoes of the day
BURGERS
CLASSIC ANGUS BEEF BURGER – €16.95
beef patty, gherkins, mix of lettuce, mayonnaise
CHEESY ANGUS BEEF BURGER – €18.95
beef patty, cheddar cheese, gherkins, mix of lettuce, smokey house BBQ sauce
GUANCIALE AND BRIE CHEESE – €23.85
beef patty, brie, mix of lettuce, pickled shallots, truffle mayo
CHICKEN THIGH BURGER – €19.50
yoghurt marinate, Le Bistro spice mix, cheese and cabbage slaw, chilli mayonnaise
BEYOND MEAT – €19.75
vegan burger, vegan cheese, beetroot pickle, mix of salad,
hummus dressing (VG)
ANY MORE VEGAN DISHES?
Yes…… Ask your server for our daily vegan special
MEAT & POULTRY
PRIME STEER BEEF FILLET (300g) – €33.50
flame-grilled, served with your choice of sauce: mushroom and truffle, three peppercorns, mustard, red wine jus
ARGENTINIAN BEEF RIB-EYE (350g) – €32.50
flame-grilled, served with your choice of sauce: mushroom and truffle, three peppercorns, mustard, red wine jus
LOCAL PORK* TOMAHAWK – €27.50
carrot, date and sesame puree ✠
LAMB RUMP – €28.50
blackened aubergine, barley fricasse and port jus
SEARED DUCK BREAST – €29.50
saute of cabbage, mango, tomato, chilli and coriander salsa
GRILLED TRUFFLE CHICKEN* THIGHS – €27.50
mushroom and truffle cream sauce
ADDITIONAL CLASSIC SAUCES
Three Peppercorn Cream – €3.50
Mushroom and Truffle Sauce – €3.50
Red Wine Jus – €3.50
Mustard – €2.95
SIDE DISHES
FRIES – €4.25
TRUFFLE FRIES OR TRUFFLE MASH – €6.50
MASHED POTATOES – €4.25
ROAST POTATOES – €4.25
HONEY SCENTED VEGETABLES – €4.25
SIDE SALAD – €4.25
GREEN SALAD – €4.25
TOMATO AND CAPER SALAD – €3.95
VEGAN MAINS
SLOW ROASTED CAULIFLOWER STEAK – €21.50
grilled tomatoes, crushed potatoes, sumac and rosemary oil (V) (VG)
VEGAN FRIED TEMPEH – €21.50
mushroom ragout and confit garlic potatoes (V) (VG)
GRILLED HISPI CABBAGE – €19.50
tomato and lentil cassoulet (V) (VG)
BAKED AUBERGINE – €21.50
basil puree, confit tomato and rose harissa (V) (VG)
DESSERT
Ask your server for our special desserts of the day – €6.95
VANILLA CRÈME BRULEE AND COCONUT – €6.95
crème brulee, toasted coconut and vanilla ice-cream
MALTESE DELICACIES – €7.25
date fritters, Helwa ice cream, Cannoli, Sinizza, trifle
WHITE CHOCOLATE, MANGO CREAM AND
PECAN BISCUIT – €6.95
oat and pecan biscuit, infused mango and lime, white
chocolate cream
MINI TARTUFO – €6.95
white and dark chocolate mousse, flourless sponge
RICOTTA DI PECORA CAKE – €6.95
a blend of ricotta, sponge layers, almond topping, pistachio ice-cream, orange and berry gel
KNICKERBOCKER – €7.25
local nougat, sesame seed ice cream with caramelized walnuts, meringue drops, strawberry gel and bitter chocolate sauce
CARVED FRUIT PLATTER – €6.50
