Classic French Cuisine, Reimagined in the Heart of the Desert
Masterfully crafted dishes inspired by the French Riviera’s elegance and Palm Desert’s warmth.
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.
SOUPS
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
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
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
FRESH PASTAS
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
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
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
Wines, Spirits & After-Dinner Indulgences
Corkage Fee - $25 per 750mL bottle
PORTS
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
Ron Centenario Rum 20 Year Old Fundacion
$16
Kirk & Sweeny Reserva
$12
Marti Plata
$9
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
Espresso
$4.50
Double Espresso
$7
Latte
$5
Cappuccino
$5.50
Corkage Fee - $25 per 750mL bottle
REDS
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
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
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
White Wines • Rosé • Champagne & Sparkling Selections
Corkage Fee - $25 per 750mL bottle
Champagne & Sparkling Wine
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
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
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
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