Classic French Cuisine, Reimagined in the Heart of the Desert

A True Taste of France - Our Dinner Menu

Masterfully crafted dishes inspired by the French Riviera’s elegance and Palm Desert’s warmth.

Discover the Art of French Dining

Served nightly from 5PM – 9PM

Step into a world of timeless French flavors. At Chez Pierre Bistro, each dish is prepared with the artistry of the French Riviera, the warmth of Palm Desert, and Chef Pierre Pelech’s renowned culinary craftsmanship. From classic bistro comforts to refined specialties, our menu invites you on a sensual, romantic journey through the heart of French cuisine.

To Begin

SOUPS

Les Soupes

Soup du Jour

$13

A daily creation inspired by seasonal ingredients and classic French technique

Classic Onion Soup Au Gratin

$15

Slow-caramelized onions in a rich, savory broth topped with toasted bread and bubbling Gruyère - the quintessential French comfort

Soup de Poisson

$19

A coastal French fish soup with rouille, cheese, and crisp croutons - rustic and aromatic

APPETIZERS

Les Entrées

Blue Point Oysters (6)

$19

Chilled on ice with classic garnishes - fresh and beautifully simple

White Anchovies

$17

Delicate anchovies drizzled with balsamic glaze, served with grilled toast - a Mediterranean favorite

Burgundy Escargots

$19

Tender escargots gently simmered in garlic-herb Burgundy butter - aromatic, indulgent, and irresistibly French

Baked Onion Tart with Goat Cheese

$17

A flaky, golden tart layered with sweet onions and creamy chèvre

Salads

Les Salades

Frisée Salad

$18 / Mini $15

Crisp frisée with poached egg, bacon, and croutons

Organic Mixed Greens

$13

Fresh greens lightly dressed in house vinaigrette

Celery Rémoulade

$16 / Mini $14

Creamy, crisp, and refreshing - a classic Parisian preparation

Endive Salad

$18 / Mini $14

Belgian endives with candied walnuts and bleu cheese

Classic Ceasar Salad

$16 / Mini $14

Fresh romaine, parmesan, and croutons with housemade Caesar dressing

Complimentary:

Assorted breads, sweet butter & house pâté

Main Courses

FRESH PASTAS

Les Pâtes Fraîches

Pappardelle Bolognese

$35

Fresh pasta with slow-simmered meat ragù

Vegetarian Penne Pasta

$35

Tomato, capers, and basil - bright and rustic

Organic Chicken Liver Sauté

$35

With fettuccine and mushrooms - rich, earthy, and elegant

Penne with Sausage Trio

$35

Andouille, Tasso & spicy sausage tossed in a robust, flavorful sauce

ENTRÉES

Les Plats Principaux

Frog Legs Sauté Provençale

$42

Succulent frog legs sautéed with garlic, parsley & Provençale herbs - warm, romantic, and quintessentially French

Veal Sauté Piccata

$42

Delicate veal with lemon-caper butter, served over angel hair pasta

Steak Tartare & Pomme Frites

$41

Hand-crafted French classic served with crispy frites

Duck à l’Orange

$45

Maple Leaf duck breast glazed in a bright, elegant orange sauce

Beef Bourguignon

$41

Slow-braised beef in Burgundy wine, served with fettuccine - hearty, velvety, unforgettable

Calf’s Liver Sauté

$40

Tender liver sautéed with caramelized onions

Filet Mignon (Choice)

$49

Perfectly grilled, served with crispy pomme frites

Organic Chicken Paillard

$39

Grilled & tender with French-style pomme frites

Fresh Beef Tongue

$41

Served with organic spinach - classic, comforting, and deeply traditional

Veal Kidney with Mustard Cognac Sauce

$41

Finished with au gratin potatoes - rich and refined

Braised Veal Sweetbreads

$43

With mushrooms & au gratin potatoes, crafted with French finesse

Split Charge

$9.50

Substitutions

Penne Pasta $9 / Fresh Spinach $10 / Pomme Frites $9.50

DESSERTS

Les Desserts

Crème Brûlée

$13

Velvety vanilla custard beneath a crisp caramelized sugar crust - pure French indulgence

Profiteroles

$13

Tahitian vanilla ice cream & warm chocolate sauce

Beignets

$13

Served with homemade caramel & chocolate sauce

Floating Island (Île Flottante)

$13

Soft meringue on vanilla crème anglaise

Warm Arborio Rice Pudding

$13

With caramel sauce & chantilly cream

Apple Tarte

$13

Thin, buttery tart with vanilla ice cream

Chocolate Mousse

$13

Silky, airy, and topped with whipped cream

Tarte Tatin

$13

Caramelized apples & vanilla ice cream - a French classic

Chef’s Daily Offerings

Ask about our Daily Specials and Fresh Fish of the Day

always wild-caught, never farmed.
Each preparation reflects the season, the market, and Chef Pierre’s creative inspiration

Chef's daily offerings at Chez Pierre Bistro. Ask about our Daily Specials and Fresh Fish of the Day. always wild-caught, never farmed.
 Each preparation reflects the season, the market, and Chef Pierre’s creative inspiration.

Les Vins & Spiritueux

Wines, Spirits & After-Dinner Indulgences

Corkage Fee -  $25 per 750mL bottle

PORTS

Les Portos

Graham’s Six Grape Reserve

$8

Graham’s Late Bottled Vintage 

$12

Graham’s 10 Year Old Tawny

$12

Graham’s 20 Year Old Tawny  

$14

AGED RUMS

Les Rhums Vieillis

Ron Centenario Rum 20 Year Old Fundacion

$16

Kirk & Sweeny Reserva 

$12

Marti Plata

$9

Cognac / Calvados / Armagnac

Cognac · Calvados · Armagnac

Hennessy VS Cognac

$16

Remy Martin VS Cognac

$16

Remy Martin VSOP Cognac

$15

Camus XO Elegance Cognac Calvados Pays d’Auge Lecompte

$19

Château Laubade VSOP

$13

Château Laubade XO

$15

Lecompte 12 Year

$13

COFFEE DRINKS

Les Cafés & Boissons Chaudes

Espresso

$4.50

Double Espresso

$7

Latte

$5

Cappuccino

$5.50

Vins Rouges

Corkage Fee -  $25 per 750mL bottle

REDS

Rouges

12 J Vineyards Pinot Noir 

$33

Bright notes of cherry, raspberry, and plum accented with a subtle touch of spice

14 Dry Creek Cabernet Sauvignon - Sonoma Valley

$41

Elegant notes of toasted oak layered with ripe blueberry and plum, creating a rich, smooth, and deeply pleasing finish

16 Paveil de Luze, Margaux

$51

Notes of ripe blackberry, morello cherry, and crushed blackberries, delivering a lush, fruit-forward profile with beautiful depth and purity

PINOT NOIR

Pinot Noir

40 Joseph Drouhin, Laforet - France

$69

Pure, vibrant red fruit with bright, tangy acidity and a soft, silky texture that defines classic Burgundy elegance

41 Cedar & Salmon - Oregon

$13 / $49

Brimming with vibrant blackberry and ripe plum aromas that leap from the glass with freshness and purity

42 Cloudline Willamette

$13 / $49

Deep cherry and ripe berry notes unfold into a smooth, beautifully balanced finish

43 Fess Parker, Blackberry

$66

Deep black cherry notes intertwined with hints of espresso and layers of rich dark chocolate

CABERNET SAUVIGNON & RED BLENDS

Cabernet Sauvignon & Assemblages Rouges

50 Domaine Paul Mas, Cabernet Sauvignon - France

$13 / $49

Fresh mint-kissed berry flavors with bright, clean acidity for a lively, refreshing finish

51 Domaine Solitude - Côtes du Rhône

$13 / $49

Silky and beautifully textured, with vibrant notes of raspberry and blueberry

53 J. Lohr Cabernet Sauvignon - Paso Robles

$13 / $49

Ripe berries and crème de cassis wrapped in a smooth, luxurious mouthfeel

54 Château Tour de Pez - Saint-Estèphe

$89

Deep in color with rich berry flavors and refined, silky tannins - classic and structured

56 Château Rocher Calon - Puisseguin Saint-Émilion

$69

Elegant and expressive, offering nutmeg and white pepper over a supple Right Bank profile

57 Quilt - Napa Valley

$61

Lush and expressive, with ripe blackberry, mocha, and vanilla layered into a full-bodied, bold finish

58 Silver Oak - Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

$130

Graceful red fruit, gentle spice, and soft oak come together in a bold, velvety, and timeless classic

Vins Blancs & Rosés

White Wines • Rosé • Champagne & Sparkling Selections

Corkage Fee -  $25 per 750mL bottle

Champagne & Sparkling Wine

Champagne & Vins Effervescents

 Pol Clément, Brut N.V. - France

$13 (split)

Vivid fresh fruit with a zesty, crisp finish

Bailly-Lapiérre Rosé, N.V. - Crémant de Bourgogne

$61

Light, elegant, and beautifully aromatic with delicate red fruit notes

Drappier, Carte d’Or Brut - France

$113

Weightless, vibrant, and complex - a refined sparkling with exceptional finesse

Half Bottles

Demi-Bouteilles

10 Drappier - Champagne

$70

Elegant and expressive, offering notes of white peach, quince, and toasted brioche

13 L’Ecole Chardonnay - Washington

$30

Satin-smooth texture with ripe, lush stone fruit and balanced richness

42 Cloudline Willamette

$13 / $49

Deep cherry and ripe berry notes unfold into a smooth, beautifully balanced finish

Trefethen Chardonnay

$35

Hints of toasted brioche, honeysuckle, and lemon cream pie - bright yet indulgent

Chardonnay

Crisp, Elegant & Expressive

20 Domaine Paul Mas - France

$13 / $49

Crisp, clean Chardonnay with vibrant orchard fruit flavors

Joseph Drouhin “Laforet” - France

$13 / $49

Fresh, focused apple notes with delicate nutty nuances

24 Trefethen - Napa Valley

$69

Fresh and vibrant with citrus, green apple, and toasted oak; a beautifully crisp finish

25 Domaine Seguinot-Bordet - Chablis

$65

Citrus, peach, pear, and subtle mineral notes - classic Chablis purity

26 Donati “Unoaked” Chardonnay

$13 / $49

Dijon clones delivering exotic aromas, rich texture, and superb balance.

White Wine & Rosé

Vins Blancs & Rosés

31 Lagaria Pinot Grigio - Italy

$13 / $49

Smooth, fruity, and wonderfully versatile - a perfect pairing for any meal

32 Bailly-Lapierre St. Bris - France (Sauvignon Blanc)

$13 / $49

From old vines with fresh, penetrating fruit and striking purity

33 Fleur de Mer Rosé - Côtes-de-Provence

$13 / $49

Light, refreshing, and perfectly suited to the desert lifestyle

34 Domaine Dominique Crochet - Sancerre

$69

Old Vine Sauvignon Blanc with exquisite minerality and finesse

35 Joseph Drouhin - Pouilly-Fuissé

$76

Elegant and expressive with ripe citrus, almond, and hints of brioche - a refined Burgundy

Reserve Your Table

Experience an evening of French elegance just steps from El Paseo.